There is a special kind of magic in watching a Silkie roo grow up, and Nimbus is proving it one fluff-filled day at a time. BodySurfDan shared a simple love note with the world: "Love this little guy. He's growing up fast." And honestly? That's all it takes. We get it. One minute you're peeking into the brooder at a puffball that fits in a teacup, and the next you're staring at a feathered teenager with opinions about everything. It happens fast, like a sneeze in a dust bath. We've seen this story before, and it never gets old. Just last week we were cooing over Six fluffy chicks have hatched—egg-cellent news from our feathered friends!, and not long before that, Tiny Marans Froment chicks are cluck-tastic, and currently napping! reminded us how quickly those little dinosaurs turn into real birds.
But here is our honest take on Nimbus: this isn't just a growth update. This is a milestone in the great chicken keeper's journey. You see, Silkie roos are special. They are the fluffy, five-toed goofballs of the poultry world. They often live up to their reputation as the "bantam lap dogs" of the barnyard, but they still have that rooster fire. When you see a post like this, you are witnessing a relationship. The fact that BodySurfDan says "this little guy" with clear affection tells us more than a thousand-word essay ever could. It tells us that Nimbus is a character. Maybe he's the one who puffs up at your shoelaces. Maybe he's the one who sings his tiny, pathetic crow at dawn that sounds more like a squeaky gate than a rooster's call. We know from our own Chickens Got Her Good! A Backyard Poultry Adventure that these birds have a way of leaving a mark, sometimes literally. But the good ones? They leave a mark on your heart.
So what do we tell a reader who asks about this post? We tell them to enjoy the ride. If you are new to chickens, or if you are that person who is still a little nervous about them, look at Nimbus. He is the perfect example of why we put up with the scratched-up hands and the constant need to check on the coop. He is growing up fast because he is loved. And that is the best thing you can give a bird. You don't need to be an expert to appreciate this. You just need to understand that a chicken can be a friend, a comedian, and a tiny tyrant all rolled into one feathered package. The practical takeaway here is simple: take the pictures. Take the videos. Because one day you will look back at the baby photos and wonder where the time went. And then, if you are really lucky, your Nimbus will jump into your lap and remind you that growing up is a cluck-tastic adventure.
Keep an eye on this one, folks. If Nimbus is growing this fast now, he is about to hit his "teenager" phase. That means he might get a little bold, a little squawky, and maybe even try to challenge your authority. But that is the beauty of it. Watch how BodySurfDan handles it. That is the real story we are all waiting for.
