Beekeeping In The Fall Means Solving Queen Problems

[@toddholmer9700]

Some time ago I was involved in a motor vehicle accident and was diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury. Bee keeping has made my life a little less hectic. There are many times a day I go out and just watch the bees go in and out of their hive without it seems a care in the world. It has made me realize there are so many other things in the world and has actually helped me get a stress relief and a new purpose in life.

[@chuckcampbell3927]

🛫📖🛬 Todd, GOD has given you Wisdom. Your words are very Wise. Thanks for sharing. I thoroughly agree with you sir. 📖🛐✈️🐆🐝🐝🐝🐝

[@eastsussexbeesandwildlife5801]

Wish you well with your recovery!

[@ME_MeAndMyBees]

I too had an accident (Car by 3rd Party 😡) Anyhow, Beekeeping keeps you focused : Off Pain, when watching Bees, or even doing an Inspection (I have to use a Spare Box, go through, lift out each Frame,) Box by Box. May take some time, but I can't Lift a x10 Frame Box anyway how. 😖 And, I love my x5 over x5 Nuc Hives. And if I feel that's way to much... A Horizontal Hive is a no Brainer ! Awesome Hive for those who are Physically Challenged, or can't Stack Regular Boxes, due to Landscape, Weather, or Scared Neighbours. H.H are a Win, Win. ✔ Just love the H.H Colony. They are my Bee Engine for new Colonies (Splits: Made several this Year,) so have a Great Apiary of a Horizontal Hive, a few Langstroth Hives. A UK National, x5 Nucs of both Langs and Nats. Oh and a new Addition of a Warre Hive. It's a Fabby Hive of Bees and Honey. Taking that off next Spring.... 😏 Bees can teach you loads, and, keep 'those moments of Rubbish' at arms length ! And a Beesuit, Smoker, Gloves. also help with this to. 🤣 Yet it may feel at Times ? : 👀 Really do I need to do XYZ ? Cant I just put it off !?! Nope ! DO the Bees... 👀 Now mentoring a Newbie Beek in next Town Over, may be in my Second Year of Bees..., But when your teaching another, it certainly shows you do have Skill and Passion keeping Bees. 😎 🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝 Happy Beekeeping 2022. 🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝 Nice Video David : Put my Bee Pupil your way. Both saying Hi from a cooler, very Autumnal 🍂 Scotland ! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@rickyengland4628]

Thank you for your video I'm a new beekeeper after my Health forced me into early retirement thanks to be keeping I now have something to occupy my time I love to just sit and watch the bees work. Becoming a beekeeper has been a blessing in disguise and thank you once again for all of your videos

[@sanpoilstudio]

Bees have taught me what is going on in the landscape we live in, the changing seasons and the plants that appear, the first sap from our cottonwoods, a garden that hums with happy bees and happy rancher.

[@beek]

Yes!!

[@TNWhiskey1968]

After retiring from law enforcement you feel a bit like you lost your purpose in life. Beekeeping has brought back a sense of purpose for me and has been more enjoyable than I ever could have expected it would be. Thank you for all that you do for us! I learn so much from your videos and hope to see you in Pigeon Forge early next year!

[@pamreber7449]

Beekeeping has taught me to rely on MY decisions I may research, ask “experts” but the decisions is mine I must take responsibility for it 🤩

[@beek]

I rarely give a "heart" to comments (Like a Paul Hollywood handshake) BUT, this is GREAT!! I love your comment soooo much. I'm going to mention this in my green answer chair today. Wonderful perspective on beekeeping!!! 👏👏

[@JasonEganApiary]

Beekeeping has taught me that honey should be more expensive!! 😂 I could sit outside and watch those girls flying in and out all day, they work with purpose and intention, it has been inspiring to watch them work!

[@helenedooley2606]

My grandfather raised bees for years. He passed away 2 years ago at 101 years old. My passion to get into bee keeping was because of his love and fascination with bees. I wish he was here to help mentor me, but I think of him often while at the farm. It’s almost magical watching them flying in and out of the hive. It’s taught me patience, appreciation and there is wonder all around us.

[@karenallen7488]

Bee Keeping has taught me that we as humans could learn a lot from bees. How they are organized and how they function as a unit. If only we watched and learn from them our world could be so much better I believe. Thank you for all you do it really helps. Be Blessed

[@beek]

Exactly

[@bryanbetournay5557]

😮What “No Dancing!” 🤣🤣

[@beautahfulbees]

Beekeeping has taught me perseverance, patience and has taught me to be a helper.

[@JulieNewMexico]

I helped my father raise honeybees when I was in my teens. He is long gone and I have returned to raising bees at 65. This has reminded me of so many times with my father. Now I am teaching my grown autistic son how to raise bees. It has been so great to build new memories with my son, as my father did for me.

[@mw1130]

The biggest thing I learned about beekeeping is a) it's not cheap to begin,b) it takes time to understand what your doing,c) find a mentor. I was fortunate to get the president of county bee club to come over and provide invaluable insight. She loves sharing knowledge and also helped save my hive.

[@jonniebl]

I have been bee keeping for 5 years now. I have decide that 6 hives are the right number for me. I really enjoy just watching my bees come and go, I am so easily entertained. The bees have a calming effect, and make my life enjoyable.

[@adam-bonticoubees]

Beekeeping has taught me to not let my frustration get the better of me. Stay calm, be patient, stay focused and my life is just more enjoyable.

[@Steele_Wings]

Beekeeping has helped me be a more patient and observant father. I have the same joy when my kids were born when virgin queens come back from a mating flight with more bees. Birth of a new colony. Pure joy. My daughter brought home a fiancé from college. The wedding is in February 2023.

[@kathybuschow2467]

I'm 71 years old and always lived in an urban area until 6 years ago. I'm going into year 5 as a beekeeper and have had some great successes, as well as some big losses. This video is exactly my current problem. Additionally, I lost the majority of my colonies this summer so I'm down to 3 from 9. Beekeeping has taught me to be patient and not stress about my losses. This way I can enjoy my bees. Sitting in the apiary and watching them is very zen! Yes, this has been very disappointing - I repeatedly had swarms immediately following several days of rain here in Virginia. They even swarmed next to me when I was working another hive for swarm mitigation. Argh. But I already have a plan for spring. Last year I purchased some queens from California and they were amazing layers. Their colonies were very strong. I'll order 3 for the spring to put in nucs. Thank you for your videos. I have tried your feeding plan and it has worked well for me.

[@doreenbusche9928]

Beekeeping has taught me the importance of bees in our world. They have also helped me to overcome my long term Covid I am dealing with. I love watching them and relaxing.

[@carlland9024]

Beekeeping has not only taught me patience but also seems to demand it.

[@andywhetsell8828]

Beekeeping has helped me slow done and be more observant.

[@sethshortt4315]

What beekeeping have taught me is to enjoy the process of work! beekeeping doesn’t have immediate rewards, but when it does the rewards are SWEET!!

[@Zarealy]

Bee keeping has turned me back into a student. It has given me a desire to be a bee geek, I can't get enough.

[@joec2114]

I was always taught that you were to stay busy, work hard and do your best. That is how I have tried to live my life. Observing bees has given me a new appreciation for that teaching. Those are the only things a new knows how to do and they have shed new light on those things for me... Always busy, the slackers in the hive. Everyone has a job to do and does it without question. Work hard. All you have to do is open a hive...no one is taking a break. Doing your best. What a new does in the hive, from making honey to tending brood is done with precision. The we have all been great reminders for me and great teaching moments for my grandchildren. Very much appreciate your wisdom and insight.

[@terribrickey3145]

I am learning that Beekeeping is an art. It is a skillfulness that is managed by knowledge, observation, attention, and wisdom, gained by experience over time and practice. Thank you for sharing your art so that I too, may become more skillful.

[@agmiller5232]

Keeping bees has taught me to slow down. Moving at “bee speed” calms both the hive and me.

[@hollyrogers5382]

I had no idea how much I would enjoy beekeeping! My daughter who 9 is obsessed with ours bees! We joined our local bee club volunteered at our local fair to help with the bee booth. I have been a stay at home mom for many years. Not much time for hobbies or friends. With the support of my husband encouraging me to just go for it( 7 years in the making) I brought home my first nucs this spring!! I have been humbled with the willingness of beekeepers to help answer my newbie questions. I have a big passion for beekeeping along with my daughter ❤️ 💕 which is something i will treasure forever!!.

[@shawnboutersebouterseurban387]

Beekeeping has introduced me to a wide variety of people. Joined a couple of clubs, and went to Hive Live conference. My world has become educated in the value of bees and how much they provide. Many new friends.

[@arc6232]

What Bee keeping has taught me, is that the more you know about bees is when you realize how much more you need to know about bees.

[@jenniferdeghuee1615]

Beekeeping has taught me patience. Inspect, evaluate, give time and act. It's not my natural approach to life but beekeeping has taught me to take my time and when in doubt, wait.

[@rebeccapalmedo2254]

Beekeeping (Year 2) has taught me to move more slowly before drawing conclusions while inspecting my hives, and that there are several solutions to everything to try out! This applies both to beekeeping and in life!

[@paulineolive940]

I found a swarm on the road outside our home. I managed to rescue some of them with an egg carton from all being squished. I put it down near them and they all ran onto it. So then I had to get them off the road, no gloves, no veil, no smoke. It was pretty heart stopping for someone who knew nothing about swarms. The next day they were still in the box I put the carton in so I ran around getting something to put them in but they were gone by the time I was organised. It has started me on a path of bee keeping. I now have one hive and am trying to get up to speed with the what, when, where and how of keeping healthy bees. Every time I go out to the hive there is something magical about it. Your videos are a great help. ❤

[@markcross3629]

David, I am faced with this very thing of potential no Queen or failing one. This Vedic helped me greatly. Mark

[@ctrclegg1]

I love Beekeeping ❤️ When I learn to care for my bees, it teaches me to be more concerned with my fellow men.

[@LorenMarieP]

Beekeeping has helped me learn to enjoy HARD work!! It is such as satisfying feeling to come inside after lifting heavy boxes of bees and honey, and sweating like crazy and a full suit in the middle of a sunny summer day. But the bees I’m helping and the honey I gift to my friends and family is such a reward for that work.

[@tyronecottingham7085]

Since I’ve started beekeeping I’ve have learned to slow down and pay more attention of the people and things around me. To enjoy life to the fullest. Save the bees save the world.

[@garyRt23Bees]

Bees are the most amazing creatures in the world. A perfect example of what can be accomplished if you work together !

[@Flachickenman]

Been doing it for 3 years. Bees have taught me how we as humans must put our beliefs and ideas aside for the good of the whole. And work tirelessly at it without question!

[@catbellinger5383]

Bee’s have shown me focus. At times when I am in my hives, their tone quiets my mind to a sense of Zen. I’ve also learned that investing in a vented suit is paramount when it’s HOT! Thank You for your videos!

[@jimmywarner1105]

This is my first year with bees and they have thought me patience and they help me to relax more. I watch my girls by setting beside them and watch them come and go with nectar and pollen. Man that’s so relaxing.

[@johnbonds5084]

Beekeeping has taught me to slow down and enjoy the beautiful nature around us. The bees are so gentle and easy to work as if they know I am there to help. A little honey in return is not too much to ask.

[@halfcircleworkshop]

Be keeping has helped me to bond with my kids. I'm a single dad and it's hard sometimes to engage the kids. My teenage daughter helps me tend the bees, and I've had a little honey stand at the end of the driveway with my son on Sundays after church. It has helped us to do more as a family. Thanks for all your help David!

[@christopherroop4937]

Beekeeping is teaching me about setting goals and striving for something that can’t be obtained, perfection. Second year beekeeper with 10 colonies and NO ☠️- OUTS . 🙏🏼🐝

[@andrewwirz7579]

Bee keeping has taught me that things don’t always go as planned and that you just have to stay positive, look at the situation at hand, and work together with your colleagues or fellow bees to solve the problems that life throws at you

[@Blitz3.1415]

I started beekeeping this year. It has taught me not to put off something you want to do. I've wanted to be a beekeeper for about 15 years. I'm so happy to be doing this and learning so much about these amazing little creatures.

[@karey7672]

My bees have helped be less stressed. Its calming to me to inspect my hives and watch the bees.

[@tlcraig9033]

Having MS for 27 years and using the stings had slowed the negative effects. I love honey in my coffee every morning. I speak with all who listen of how a hive works . I really love bees and their welfare. Started with one today I count twenty seven....Love your content ...every time you post I am there ,,,,,,,,,,,,,thanks for your time and love of bees

[@BuildingATitan]

Beekeeping has given me a much needed reprieve from the affairs of the world around me. It allows me to engage with nature and the bees never fail to amaze me. The life of a honeybee is fascinating!

[@robertsutherjr]

THE ONE OF MANY THINGS I HAVE LEARNED FROM BEEKEEPING IS PATIENCE. YOUR VIDEOS ARE VERY INFORMATIVE, KEEP UP THE GREAT VIDEOS. THANK YOU FOR TEACHING OTHERS.

[@thewanderer36]

Beekeeping has taught me patience and help me to relax and learn from them. They will let you know when there's a problem most of the time just by watching and listening to them.

[@velodaman]

Since becoming a beekeeper I have been enriched with seeing the delight when I give a neighbor a $1000 bottle of honey. One neighbor was thankful for the recently delivered honey as she was able to use it as a burn salve after walking on a hot coal. I decided not to ask any questions and quickly went home.

[@lindamizer7635]

Keeping bees has impacted me in several ways. It has made me really observant, not only of bees, but pollen bearing plants and the relationship between these plants and bees. Beekeeping has made me appreciate these small insects and their impact on the local environment and beyond. Beekeeping has helped me think logically as I consider management of my hives and provided my aging brain with a lot of stimulus. I believe bee keeping has made me a more aware and thoughtful process of the intricacy of nature and the fine balance between each of the components that have always surrounded us. I have learned patience and appreciation of the wonder of nature through my beekeeping and enjoy using it as a connection with my grandchildren - the oldest one even did a Kindergarten Science Fair project on bees! It has given me a new connection with my husband as he helps me with the bees, making equipment and devising homemade solutions to some of the bee challenges I have faced. The responsibility for my bees keeps me in tune with serving a greater need and has provided hours of pleasant contemplative time as I clean equipment and do general management chores. I believe bee keeping has enriched my life, given me a sense of purpose and a source of continued self-education.

[@morningsunhomesteaders5466]

I have enjoyed learning from your videos and wish to thank you for the time you give to teach us. I am a 66 years young Texan that lives out in the woods. I have to say learned patience above all. Through this first year journey I come to respect nature so much more deeply, by learning not only about the bees but seeing what grows for them through each season and it has gotten me out on walkabouts through my land to explore. I never knew the life cycles of the bees, insects, and plants so much before. I have loved the lessons they have taught me, I am looking forward to many more years of this contentment with my little girls.

[@blackdiamondsw1]

Taught patience and moving slowly with focus

[@cherstar920]

Learning to keep bees has enriched my life by rekindling my love for learning. I love that the beekeeping community at large is a wonderful place to learn and ask questions. Analyzing a hive and consulting others feels like building a skill that carries over and benefits other aspects of life.

[@theresebailey3602]

Becoming a new beekeeper has taught me how valuable bees are to mankind. Untill I started reading and learning more about the life of bees I considered them just insects. My life and thinking about bees have changed for the better. I have now help my brother start keeping bees. I have been beekeeping for 4 years. I wish I had started sooner.

[@JH-ds2dt]

Bee keeping has taught me the wonders of nature.

[@Spiffytheweed316]

Bee keeping has caused me to grow in several ways… First, it has opened my eyes a little more to the awesome work of our creator, God. Bees are amazing little insects! Second, it has helped me to get out and work at something that is peaceful(sometimes 😂) and enjoyable. I could watch my bees work for hours. Third, it has helped me to be flexible. The bees needs change from day to day and week to week and my approach has to change as well. So far, my first year has been a lot of fun and I look forward to helping my bees make it through the winter. Thank you for all the informative videos!

[@andreatembreull7780]

My best friend and I were both individually interested in bee keeping (but we didn't know the other was interested - just never talked about it). I live in a condo with a small yard with little sun, so even though I joined a bee club 5 yrs ago, I didn't have the chance to start keeping a colony. My best friend passed away suddenly this past May. A friend of his I had met & I became closer in our grief & she told me Jim had wanted to keep bees, & she had introduced him to a man who has bees, but he could never get Jim to really commit. Since Jim's property was more suitable, I was given permission to put a hive out there. I bought a nuc & now have a really nice colony. I feel close to Jim with I'm with the bees & they bring me peace knowing I'm carrying on an endeavor Jim was interested in starting himself. Thanks Dave for all your videos & advice!

[@bigdoghoney8853]

Beekeeping is something I've enjoyed sharing with friends and family. I've helped several others get into beekeeping. Being a mentor to others helps build closer relationships with people I've not know very well.

[@jamesgehde6331]

I love watching my bees work, I always tell my wife I'm going up to see my therapy animals. The entrance activity tells me a lot.

[@bryanvyse3333]

Bee keeping has taught me to trust in nature and genetics, incredible creatures!

[@ashleyrist3882]

Beekeeping has taught me to slow down and have patience. Waiting for my nucs to grow, the flowers to bloom, the brood to hatch. I love taking a long lunch and going through my hives during a tough day at work.

[@ginapicciolo3228]

The bees have helped me so much! I have a heart condition that causes my fingernails to grow Inward and down pinching and splitting my fingers. One day I was desperate and I stuck my fingers in honey, I could feel immediately relief and I decided to adopt bees and help them because they helped me. Then I found out about propolis products and started making my own which are helping me so much with the splitting and eczema that I give it to people just to help them. I don't know what I would do without my bees and their products! Thank you for all your help with keeping my colonies healthy. Gina

[@honeyandthecoop803]

Beekeeping has taught me to stay humble, in my first few seasons starting in spring made it look so easy as they exploded in population, soon after I was humbled and forced to educate myself more on the struggles of honeybee colony survival in today's times.

[@gerrysherman2865]

Your Videos have helped me explore new ideas in my Bee Keeping ,Thank You David Im in North Carolina Mountains.

[@Silver-hairtrader]

This is our first year beekeeping. My daughter and I are on this journey together. We started with one hive in April. Someone, very kindly, gave us a second hive after we volunteered some hours helping him with his hives. Our first year has had a lot of challenges, but we have learned so much. We are excited to make our way thru the fall and winter. The bees seem healthy. We are trying to make good decisions to show our bees we care about them. We would love to add the comb honey cutter to our equipment for next year’s honey harvest.

[@ryots1970]

Hi David, My work is a fast passed high pressure industrial environment. Working with the bees helps me to decompress and be more relaxed in my off hours when spending time with my family. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with this community.

[@Jaden1673]

Being a beekeeper has taught me many things. I've learned about chemistry, biology, and ecology. It's also taught me that your never to old to learn new skills. While being a beekeeper I also learned to overcome some fears. Such as the fear of bees, of heights, and trying new things. These are just some of the ways beekeeping has helped me to grow.

[@n1xcb1]

I’ve learned about how we’re all connected and bees, and other natural pollinators are so important to our environment, and also worked with fellow veterans to make a difference

[@jerrygreen7850]

Beekeeping has taught me to always different ways to approach a problem. It has also taught me to have more patience. Just to stand back and observe before I react.

[@Austinhekking]

Beekeeping has brought me closer to nature. I have found myself more interested in learning about flowers, plants, and trees to understand where my bees gather nectar from. Because of this I feel more aware and connected with the surrounding environment.

[@JoeHHarrell]

Beekeeping has taught me that bees aren't anything to be afraid of, they're fairly gentle creatures (Africanized bees excluded). It's also taught me that beekeeping is both simple and complicated, it's a fairly simple process to set up and get started but also can be a bit complicated with mite treatments and winter preparations. I wish I'd gotten into it earlier in life.

[@mbagdescanning]

We (husband and I) have large vegetable garden and flowers everywhere. Yearly I would be out watching for bees and saw few except for the Bumblebees. We have only had our honeybees for two years. Last year I searched for our bees but alas very few. This year that has changed. Now I enjoy watching honeybees, bumblebees and wild bees all working together. And I got to tell you our harvest this year has been unreal. Now I can't wait for winter where I can break from cooking and preserving. We have only pulled two frames this year for honey and it is amazing the difference between spring and fall honey (color and taste). Has greatly improved retirement.

[@jamesdavis3600]

Since taking up beekeeping it has given me a way to relax and remove the stress from my job. I have finally found something I truly enjoy working out. It also has given me the opportunity to be mentored and to pass my experiences and knowledge to others. I appreciate you and others for taking your time to each other beekeepers what you know about beekeeping. Please keep the videos coming. Thanks.

[@stephenstarner3171]

Bee keeping has become my place of meditation. It has been an absolute joy taking my time to study and learn each time I visit. My kids are becoming more interested in learning about it and have even been able to hold a frame. It is giving my family another way to connect and enjoy nature. Keep up the great videos always enjoy watching!

[@glorianelson6468]

Beekeeping has taught me to have patience with things that are out of my control because sometimes when I think I have made my best decisions, things that go on in the bee world completely turn me upside down as far as controlling what goes on in the hive

[@scottweymouth4026]

This is my second year!!! It has taught me to WORRY!!!! I worry about if I’m doing it right and if I can always get them through the winter! Thanks for all you do

[@billmee5776]

Beekeeping has kiven me something that I get to enjoy doing with my 9 year old daughter. I find it relaxing working my hives.

[@margaretlynd3514]

Thanks for the video. Bee keeping has taught us that life doesn't have to be neat and tidy. We have enjoyed having the wildflowers growing by the hives and fruit trees instead of spending time weed trimming and mowing. It feels more right if that makes sense. Watching the bees dance around the flowers makes me feel more welcome in my yard.

[@datkin29]

I have learned to be more ZEN when working with the Bee's and that keeps them calm and it translates to my day to day life

[@mikeneff7212]

I really enjoy it, this is my fifth year, no over the winter bees yet. The things I am learning.. You try something and try something else, till it makes sense and works. I already lost one of my three hive, I believe they swarmed on me, left few bees. Whenever you become passionate about something, you want to learn more and more about it. We all need things to keep us excited and involved and not just waste all our time inside at work or on the TV, etc. I enjoy watching what you teach us, David and I have used the things you have shown us.

[@spider2914]

Beekeeping has taught how to relax and have less stress when working bees. Love the videos and all that you teach.

[@tullg1]

Beekeeping has taught my family to work together on a common goal, everyone gets to bring their knowledge to the table. We have learned about the mini-ecosystem that exists near our hives. We slow down, watch the busy bees, see the lizards, ants, wasps, birds and even praying mantis' that all now live with and near the hives.

[@michaeloconnor5420]

Beekeeping has taught me a lot not only about our honeybees but about nature and all the plants trees and flowers they forage. Before my bees I never payed attention to the time of year things bloomed and the nectar and pollen each created.

[@wpankey57]

I am planning on installing my first packages or nucs this coming spring -- so I'm a "neebee." These are some of the things that I have learned from bees: you can't keep bees on your own -- our least you shouldn't. What I mean by that is beekeeping is a skill/art that has been passed down from generation to generation. All present beekeepers stand on the shoulders of all those that have come before them. Most of the knowledge we possess today has been gleaned from hard-fought lessons learned from the past. In addition to the past, I have learned that we all need help from our contemporaries. For example, your videos and book have been of inestimable help to me in learning the fundamentals of beekeeping (also the many other excellent books and bee journals). As an Illinoian myself, I have joined the Illinois State Beekeepers Association as well as NIBA (the Northern IL chapter). NIBA's mentoring program has given me a great deal of Northern IL beekeeping knowledge as well as the hands-on experience that I desperately need. I have also been fortunate enough to be mentored by a commercial beekeeper in my area. His monthly beekeeping classes have also been very informative and the hands-on experience invaluable. Lastly, I've "joined" a virtual Saturday morning bee meeting of the Foxvalley Beekeepers Association. Our "Breakfast with Bees" is a great chance to network with others and just "talk bees." Saturday mornings have become one of the highlights of my week! All of these people have taught and encouraged me a great deal. Without their help I'd be all the poorer aspiring beekeeper! All our success as beekeepers is a joint venture!

[@eddieburchfield8649]

I am starting my beekeeping career in the Spring with 2 packages. I’ve enjoyed learning about the life cycle of the worker bees. With no ego, they step up and do the necessary job(s) without a second thought to their own selfish desires. I believe this is how mankind started, a servant mind for our fellow man but somehow, somewhere we lost the “honeybee attitude”. #NotTooLateToChange

[@pattibuckman2473]

For the first two years I wouldn’t have much to with our hives. Then I started to watch UTube . I’ve learned to be gentle and see how important it is to have the ability to keep a swarm or hive removal alive. Yes it’s work but I have enjoyed the bees so much. They call me “The Queen of Bees”. I love enjoy sharing my honey with others and explaining the way bees act and why. You’d have to say I’m addicted to them, can’t seem to get enough. Here in Missouri the season is about to end until spring.😢 “ Just remember To Always Smile and Bee Happy “.

[@valerieslayton9994]

Beekeeping has given my heart wings.

[@paulaneely3434]

Hi David, thanks for all you do to help new and experienced beeks learn about our craft. I have heard beekeeping is part science and part art, and I find that to be true. An artist follows his gut instinct and a scientist relies on evidence and experiments. I've been learning by watching, taking classes and getting my hands on my hives this year. Since April I've learned to overcome my fear of flying insects and get face to face with the bees. Your videos gave me the confidence to even work gloveless one time, and I haven't been stung. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your coffee talks and pep talks.

[@saundimcclain-kloeckener1234]

Beekeeping has helped me be more patient. I enjoy the wonder of their world.

[@Nucandcrannyfarms]

Thank you David !! Beekeeping has taught me alot of new things but the most important lesson was to be patient and let my bees do their thing .

[@tomphlipot3249]

Bee keeping has taught me to be calm when surrounded by chaos.

[@timothiabalentine5344]

Beekeeping has taught me more about patience than anything. You need patience to have success with the little honey's. That is just how it is.

[@billhackett9544]

I'm a fairly new beekeeper, this is my first winter. This has focused me on learning everything I can, since I am now responsible for a lot of little lives.

[@ncarlo12]

This is my first year as a backyard beekeeper. I know that I don’t know enough and need to keep learning. Beekeeping is like a fun science experiment that never ends. I learned the hard way you can’t throw a package of bees in a box and call it a day. Hive beetles took over and my bees took the midnight train back to Georgia.

[@ScottPickettUT]

I love the problem solving of beekeeping. My one hive turned into 4 hives this past spring because I didn’t understand the swarming behavior. I’ve learned to listen to the hive, they tell you when they have had enough messing around.

[@CitySingersChoirs]

The bees have really gotten me more in touch with the world around me. I pay much more attention to the life cycle of all of the plants and trees.

[@DonaldRogersBaldEagle]

I've learned to bee more patient and steadfast with my work knowing that even little steps will get you to your destination.

[@jimmykramertheswolehunter1980]

Beekeeping has taught my fiance and me how to work together and be patient. It's also taught us that even when you think you are doing everything right sometimes you are thrown a curve ball and you have reevaluate the situation and react accordingly. This is our first year beekeeping and we have 3 hives. One of the hives may have lost their queen we are going back in this week which is 10 days after we noticed no eggs or larvae to see if we have any eggs or larvae. If not we may have to combine with our other two hives. Thanks for all the helpful information and your online beekeeping course has been a great resource as well for us.

[@jimm1589]

Beekeeping had taught me there are multiple options for one given scenario. At first I thought it'd be simple... boy was I enlightened. As a first year Beek, it's definitely opened my eyes to all the surroundings and what they effect.

[@willardlackey1272]

Since becoming disabled from triple bi-pass surgery and covid -19 bee keeping has given me a purpose