Years ago when I was in the telecom industry, we had a term - early adopter which described a customer who was on the cutting edge of technology. One who was willing to stumble through issues and troubles to have the thrill of being on the forefront of the industry helping to mold and shape the direction of a product or service.
Well I'm the farthest thing from an early adopter. I'm not willing to trail blaze for others, to go out and create a demand for a product or service. Nor am I willing to fight bureaucracy to affect change. I admire those who are. Although I secretly wish I had their gifts I have learned to accept the personality type I am (ISFP should anyone care at all) and roll with my strengths and weaknesses.
So..... for those out there that have fanned the fires of the backyard chicken and homesteading movements, I tip my hat to you and say thank you! Because of you I have a selection of books from which to glean information. I have a city (although chicken friendly to begin with) who has reworked their zoning and regulations to make it even easier to become a feathered friend keeper. I have online communities to troll (I promise I will join soon) and a classes to learn more from like-minded individuals. And maybe most important of all, access to supplies and equipment that makes it all possible. This is truly fantastic and exceedingly helpful for someone embarking on owning livestock for the first time.
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