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The Chicken Ranch Is Up For Sale

Spring Chicken
Spring Chicken Posts: 10,255
in EggHead Forum
After a lot of pondering, mulling, thinking, and even dreading, the Ranch Madam and I have decided it is time for us to re-adjust our lives and move closer to family. 

 

We have lived here for 29 years and now we are facing the final chapter in a wonderful life filled with fun, joy and all the many things that everyone faces in the course of living. 

We're still healthy, so there are no health issues forcing us to change. It's more like we want another adventure while we can still enjoy it. 

We've found a delightful, over 55 community, called Terra Mariae http://www.terramariae.com/ in the outskirts of Covington, Louisiana, a small town with small town values and a comfortable way of life. But it also offers all of what we want and need in our remaining lives. 

Plus, it is only 20 minutes from Judy's sister and husband's new home as they too have reached retirement age. 

We've already met both Big Green Egg dealers, and they are well stocked with Big Green Egg items, know how to cook on Eggs and are conveniently located. They will be well visited by us. 

We decided to build new instead of buying an existing house because we want our own fingerprints on it from the start. 

The house design is decidedly French, as is the popular style in South Louisiana, but it is considered a 'Garden Home' that sets on a zero lot-line. That virtually leaves me nothing to mow. I'm good with that since I will no longer have my International Workforce. 

The garden part is professionally designed and planted with easy to maintain bushes to give us a 'garden look' right outside our courtyard style side entrance. 

It just felt right for us. 

A covered patio is comfortably convenient for relaxing in private. Another uncovered patio area that is actually larger than the Coop, is located near the covered patio. Yes, there will soon be a covered outdoor kitchen, albeit a lot more formal. 

The outdoor kitchen (yet unnamed) will be limited to just two Large Eggs, Lulu and Lola, that have volunteered to accompany us, along with the Blackstone Grill which will be incorporated into the counter. 

Lily Large did not want to leave the area where she 'free-ranges' so she was adopted by a friendly neighbor who promised to give her just enough chores to keep her happy. In Egg Years, she's now 126 years old, but still looks good and can turn on any manly man. We wish her well. 

Shirley Small will accompany us to our new home but will actually live with a neighbor who expressed a strong interest in ceramic cooking. He's helped us with a lot of the leg work of getting the approvals for us to live there. I'm sure his wife does not mind having a 'working Girl' living with them. 

It's very likely that Shirley will get together with Lola and Lulu from time to time. 

Maggi Mini and Mini-Maxine, along with their accessories, want no part of moving with us and asked to be sold to the highest bidder. They will be fine. 

The large accumulation of Chicken Stuff in and about the Coop is being sorted according to whether it will make it there or not. Some of it clearly won't be going with us. We hope to leave the Coop bare of all traces of what went on there for over a decade.

Spa Monkey, wants to remain here to annoy the new owners. What can I say but... Good!!! 

As for our involvement in Eggfests, the Space City Eggfest ten days from now will probably be our last as cooks. It has gotten to be too much for us in more ways than one. 

We'll pop in here now and then to see what's going on, but the time has come to hang up our spurs. 

Oh, and if I come up with any brilliant ideas for something to cook, I may post it on YouTube and post the link here. 

For all of those we've met over the years, thank you for accepting us in your ranks. For those we've chatted with on this forum but never met in person, thanks for your comments and help. For those who are new to Egg'n, you are in good hands with many Egghead Friends who are eager to help you enjoy your Egg more than you could ever do alone. 

With that, I'll say, ****-a-doodle-doo... 

Spring "Old Chickens Never Die They Just Go Away" Chicken 
Spring Texas USA
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  • Foghorn
    Foghorn Posts: 10,227
    As a Texan, I will say that it is definitely our loss.  You will be missed.  Congrats on moving into the next phase of your lives while you can still enjoy it.  

    XXL BGE, Karebecue, Klose BYC, Chargiller Akorn Kamado, Weber Smokey Mountain, Grand Turbo gasser, Weber Smoky Joe, and the wheelbarrow that my grandfather used to cook steaks from his cattle

    San Antonio, TX

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  • Battleborn
    Battleborn Posts: 3,696
    Best wishes on the next chapter. Although I have only been here for a little while, I always enjoyed your posts. 
    Las Vegas, NV


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  • Photo Egg
    Photo Egg Posts: 12,137
    I'm very happy for your new start and move Leroy and Judy...excuse me while I go wipe my eyes.
    Texas will never be the same.
    Thank you,
    Darian

    Galveston Texas
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  • Foghorn
    Foghorn Posts: 10,227
    I think what @Photo Egg and I both really meant to say was "good riddance" and "the average IQ of both states is about to go up" - or something like that...

     =) 

    XXL BGE, Karebecue, Klose BYC, Chargiller Akorn Kamado, Weber Smokey Mountain, Grand Turbo gasser, Weber Smoky Joe, and the wheelbarrow that my grandfather used to cook steaks from his cattle

    San Antonio, TX

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  • Jeremiah
    Jeremiah Posts: 6,412
    Best of luck with the move. We'll be looking forward to video of the new Cajun digs!
    Slumming it in Aiken, SC. 
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  • EggObsessed
    EggObsessed Posts: 786
    Hey, @Photo_Egg, pass the box of Kleenex this way.  I'm so happy for you, Judy and Leroy, but still sad to set you loose.  I only hope the rest of us Texas Eggheads can carry at least a fraction of the torch y'all carried and taught us.
    Kelley 
    Egging with No Joke Smoke (Bruce), enjoying small town life in Brenham, TX., the home of Blue Bell Ice Cream.  BGEs: XL, Medium,  1 MiniMax. 36" CookRite Commercial Griddle, and a Shirley Smoker.
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  • SGH
    SGH Posts: 28,989
    I wish y'all the very best my friend. 

    Location- Just "this side" of Biloxi, Ms.

    Status- Standing by.

    The greatest barrier against all wisdom, the stronghold against knowledge itself, is the single thought, in ones mind, that they already have it all figured out. 

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  • fishlessman
    fishlessman Posts: 34,586
    i did not know Louisiana was off grid
    fukahwee maine

    you can lead a fish to water but you can not make him drink it
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  • SGH
    SGH Posts: 28,989
    fishlessman said:
    i did not know Louisiana was off grid
    Now you do ;)

    Location- Just "this side" of Biloxi, Ms.

    Status- Standing by.

    The greatest barrier against all wisdom, the stronghold against knowledge itself, is the single thought, in ones mind, that they already have it all figured out. 

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  • JRWhitee
    JRWhitee Posts: 5,678
    Good luck with the new chapter, I too have enjoyed your posts and recipes. I look forward to seeing the new digs.
                                                                
    _________________________________________________
    Don't let the truth get in the way of a good story!
    Large BGE 2006, Mini Max 2014, 36" Blackstone, Anova Sous Vide
    Green Man Group 
    Johns Creek, Georgia
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  • Gulfcoastguy
    Gulfcoastguy Posts: 7,335
    See you in October at thatgrimguy's .
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  • bgebrent
    bgebrent Posts: 19,636
    Hoping your transition is smooth and good brother.
    Sandy Springs & Dawsonville Ga
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  • six_egg
    six_egg Posts: 1,112
    What great people you two are. It is a blessing to have crossed paths and I am sure we will again. I wish you well in this exciting next chapter.

    XLBGE, LBGE 

    Fernandina Beach, FL

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  • Mickey
    Mickey Posts: 19,768
    We are headed west from St Augustine now. Will drive by Covington late this afternoon or early tomorrow. 
    You will be missed by all my friend. 
    I did not pick this up but can go back and get it. Place beside your Egg World and name it Lions Den. It says 1513 but can change it to 2017. 

    Salado TX & 30A  FL: Egg Family: 3 Large and a very well used Mini, added a Mini Max when they came out (I'm good for now). Just given a Mini to add to the herd. 

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  • SaintJohnsEgger
    SaintJohnsEgger Posts: 1,826
    Good luck and congrats on the move.

    Just don't abandon us. Check in often and contribute to the forum once you get settled.

    Marshall in Beautiful Fruit Cove, FL.
    MiniMax 04/17
    Unofficial BGE MiniMax Evangelist
    Facebook Big Green Egg MiniMax Owners Group


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  • Laegger
    Laegger Posts: 5
    Did you visit Abita Lumber? They have a lot of BGE equipment and carry every size of egg, plus they are fun to chat with. That is my go to dealer. Hope to see you there.
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  • Fred19Flintstone
    Fred19Flintstone Posts: 8,174
    Wishing you both peace & happiness with your new chapter in life.
    Flint, Michigan
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  • The Cen-Tex Smoker
    The Cen-Tex Smoker Posts: 23,179
    Good luck LeRoy and Judy. Was a pleasure every time we got together at a fest. I feel like we got out-recruited by an SEC team. 2 five-star recruits headed to bayou country. Sad day for Texas, indeed. I hope to see you down the road.
    Keepin' It Weird in The ATX FBTX
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  • Spring Chicken
    Spring Chicken Posts: 10,255
    Laegger said:
    Did you visit Abita Lumber? They have a lot of BGE equipment and carry every size of egg, plus they are fun to chat with. That is my go to dealer. Hope to see you there.
    Sure did, and enjoyed talking to Jim Coffman.  Bought a bag of BGE lump while I was there.  He even suggested we try Abita Cafe for lunch.  That was a wonderful surprise.  REALLY great food.  Lots of history in that little building.

    We will be visiting both again.

    Spring "Flying The Coop" Chicken

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  • DoubleEgger
    DoubleEgger Posts: 19,172
    Good Luck 

    http://eatwhereulive.com/chicken-retirement-options/

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  • DaveRichardson
    DaveRichardson Posts: 2,324

    Ahh Covington.  If the beverage desire hits, try my friends just down the street at Abita Brewing.  Went to college with one of the Brew Masters there and they are a great brewery!  They sit on top of the biggest and freshest spring in the state.  And that Abita Café....... Yum!!!  Maybe ya'll can get then to start egging as well!


    Just watch out for the neighbors that swing around on wreckingballs and lick hammers......

    LBGE since 2014

    Griffin, GA 

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  • Ozzie_Isaac
    Ozzie_Isaac Posts: 21,673
    edited May 2017
    Congrats the move.  Covington is a great area, I have family about 10miles from there in Mandeville.  Only issue is Carey will be pretty close ;)

    I would rather light a candle than curse your darkness.

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  • caliking
    caliking Posts: 19,780
    Nooooooo!!!! Say it ain't so. 

    I was was okay when you said the Chicken Ranch was up for sale. When you said the girls were being disbanded. Even when you said you were leaving Texas...

    ... But no more cooking at Eggfests after May???

    Now I'm sad. 

    But still wish you and Judy the very best for your next adventure. Y'all definitely make the eggfest circuit a fun(ner) deal :)

    #1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February  2013 • #3 Mini May 2013
    A happy BGE family in Houston, TX.
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  • Chubbs
    Chubbs Posts: 6,929
    Sorry to see y'all go but excited for your new adventure. I trust you guys will stock up on 150 prime briskets before leaving TX. 
    Columbia, SC --- LBGE 2011 -- MINI BGE 2013
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  • Laegger
    Laegger Posts: 5
    +1 on stocking up on prime briskets. I've searched high and low around the Covington are and can't find any. If you do, let me know and I'll do the same.
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  • thetrim
    thetrim Posts: 11,387
    Congrats on the move and good luck w the move and getting on to the next chapter.    One good thing that sticks out is you'll be right down the street from the next Brisket Camp in October.    Hope to meant hall there.  
    =======================================
    XL 6/06, Mini 6/12, L 10/12, Mini #2 12/14 MiniMax 3/16 Large #2 11/20 Legacy from my FIL - RIP PitBoss Navigator 850G 11/25
    Tampa Bay, FL
    EIB 6 Oct 95
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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 26,455
    Unlike some others your news today is old information to me as you have been sharing your intentions and plans from a while back. Since we have never met in person, but have spent countless hours accumulated over the years I think we feel like we know each other quite well. Your planned departure from the forums will leave a hole and your chatter and sense of humor will be missed! Once again Pat and I wish you and Judy only the best of the best in your new chapter of life.
    Re-gasketing the USA one yard at a time 
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  • Focker
    Focker Posts: 8,364
    Take care my friend.
    Brandon
    Quad Cities
    "If yer gonna denigrate, familiarity with the subject is helpful."

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  • CTMike
    CTMike Posts: 3,664
    Congrats and good luck with this new chapter in your life. 
    MMBGE / Large BGE / XL BGE (Craigslist Find) / SF30x80 cabinet trailer - "Ol' Mortimer" / Outdoor kitchen in progress.  

    RECOVERING BUBBLEHEAD
    Southeastern CT. 
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  • Spring Chicken
    Spring Chicken Posts: 10,255
    Thanks folks for all the nice comments.  We'll still be around, just quieter and less involved.  It will be good entertainment for us to read your posts and see the creative ideas that everyone is coming up with for recipes, outdoor kitchen designs, and the always great photos of delicious foods cooked on the Egg.

    Spring "Moving Out Of The Fast Lane" Chicken
    Spring Texas USA

     
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