Love in the Henhouse

quote of the day comes from Mrs. Beaton's Book of Household management:

sec. 947)

If the cock should, by any accident, get killed, considerable delicacy is required in introducing a new one. The hens may mope, and refuse to associate with their new husband, clustering in corners, and making odious comparisons between him and the departed

and in honor of St Patrick's day:

alternative lyrics here.