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Christy Spencer replied to Christy Spencer's discussion Water Kefir in Growing Gourmet
"Thanks, Danica,
I've been using half bottled spring water from Sprouts and half mineral water. I decided to use regular brown sugar instead of organic to cut cost, but I'm questioning that choice and whether there is pesticide exposure. I bought…"
Feb 16, 2012
Christy Spencer replied to Christy Spencer's discussion Water Kefir in Growing Gourmet
"Thanks, Catherine! I appreciate your advice. :) "
Feb 15, 2012
Catherine, The Herb Lady replied to Christy Spencer's discussion Water Kefir in Growing Gourmet
"Christy, I do not have experience with kefir, but I do a lot of yogurt.  I can tell you that you have to 'refresh' the starter from time to time.  I believe kefir is a similar type of culture.  It just kind of weakens, so you probably need to get a…"
Feb 15, 2012
Christy Spencer posted a discussion in Growing Gourmet
I've been doing water kefir for several months and love it, as does my family. The last few weeks by grains seem to be smaller. They are still re-producing and the kefir is fermenting in good time, but the grains look more mushy in the bottom of the…
Feb 14, 2012
Christy Spencer replied to Laura's discussion Chickens in Glendale? in Micro Livestock
"She's just walking a little wild. :) My chickens did their best to imitate their neighbor ducks recently. Chickens are very social birds."
Oct 31, 2011
Christy Spencer replied to Laura's discussion Chickens in Glendale? in Micro Livestock
"I live in Glendale and keep chickens. I haven't checked in more than 10 years, but I think hens are allowed, roosters are not."
Oct 27, 2011
Christy Spencer replied to Catherine, The Herb Lady's discussion Livestock Vacation Care Swap Idea in Micro Livestock
"I think this is a great idea! It's one of the primary reasons we haven't tried having a goat yet."
Sep 21, 2011
Christy Spencer replied to Christy Spencer's discussion Downsizing & giving away chickens in Micro Livestock
"Thank you all for your replies. I have committed them to their new home. :)"
Sep 21, 2011
Christy Spencer replied to Christy Spencer's discussion Downsizing & giving away chickens in Micro Livestock
"Thanks, Sheri! Glad to have finally joined the group and will stay since I'm keeping a few birds. :) I'll send you an e-mail."
Sep 21, 2011
Sheri Schmeckpeper replied to Christy Spencer's discussion Downsizing & giving away chickens in Micro Livestock
"I just sent you an email because I'm interested, but it depends on where you're located. What are your cross streets & city? BTW, welcome to the Micro Livestock group! :)"
Sep 21, 2011
Christy Spencer replied to Christy Spencer's discussion Downsizing & giving away chickens in Micro Livestock
"They are about 10 months old."
Sep 21, 2011
Christy Spencer posted a discussion in Micro Livestock
I have four Rhode Island Reds that I'd like to place in a new home. We've had backyard chickens for awhile, but discovered that two of our children have egg allergies a few months ago. I'm having a hard time keeping up with eggs when they are not…
Sep 21, 2011
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