Playing Chicken

Last month, on a quick trip to Houston, I made my usual stop in Ellinger for a coffee refill.

This cute couple had taken over the side parking lot. 

Right away, I thought of my Frankie bird, my pet guinea, may he rest in peace. 

So I had to stop and chat with them before heading on my way. 

Mister Dominique was showing off something fierce, 

crowing loud and strong even though the sun was high in the sky.

I just can't resist a pretty feather and beady eye... 

Yes, people were probably pointing and laughing at the crazy woman in the parking lot, talking to the chickens and taking their pictures.

I just ignored them.

(Don't tell him I said this, but, handsome as he is, Dominique just isn't quite as cute as my Frankie.)