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There's a book in this, A.C.

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Maybe someday!

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Jan 26Liked by AC Shilton

Love to see you and the critters thriving, AC. XO

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aww thank you!

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Jan 26Liked by AC Shilton

I stumbled upon your Substack after reading “Under the Henfluence” last summer. I’ve never commented but I do enjoy your Friday updates. I’m a big fan of chickens and love seeing what life is like on the farm. Looks tough but also rewarding and cozy!

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Aww Tove is one of my favorite writers! Thank you for reading -- it is rewarding and cozy but boy some days are hard!

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Jan 26Liked by AC Shilton

Howdy! Do you have a “buy me a coffee” or similar? I just got my first paycheck after being unemployed for months and I am donating to the writers whose creative work has kept me going. It won’t be much, but I want to give something. I don’t wanna give or subscribe to Substack (politics reasons, you’ve probably read the issues). But I would like to donate. Got a place for that?

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Oh goodness, Frank! That is so kind of you! Here's my ask: Someday, if I ever get to write a book about this place, will you buy a copy? And maybe tell a friend about it? That's what I would be most grateful for! But thank you so much for the words of support and congrats on the new job!!

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Absolutely! That’s a given. I concur with the commenter above that there’s a book in your farm experience. I look forward to buying it and spreading the word.

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Jan 26Liked by AC Shilton

Having a partner to trust and appreciate makes all of life easier. I’m happy you have a good one. Chickens Minaj should be famous, bustin those rhymes. Here’s to warmer days and dreams of poolside pina colodas.

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Chickie Minaj is absolutely ready to go sit poolside with her entourage!

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Chickie Minaj might have a book of poetry or an LP in her!

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Your beautiful pictures warm my heart. I'm glad you, Todd, and the critters made it through the cold, snowy time.

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I truly admire your endurance and caring spirit

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Whew! Stay cozy down there—hoping for warmer temps for you all soon. You can send the snow up to me and my local ski hill up here in Canada!

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Whew! Glad you all made it and that you have someone to share the joys and sorrows of farm life with. Take care!

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