Preparing Our Livestock for Winter in the Highlands - Ep. 219.

[@alistairholes7633]

You're crit right about that Colin it's definitely good that you and Shaun are back on a Friday at 4:00pm it hasn't been the same with out you guys last Friday and I like to say thanks you from all of us who watch you both for all the laughter's and the joys 👍

[@TheUffeess]

Because of you, I had to read up on how to keep bees here in Sweden, where it can get really cold in the winter. Apparently the bees create heat during the winter by sitting close together like in a ball, it's called a winter ball. The queen sits in the middle and the worker bees rotate to take turns sitting at the far end. The temperature can be around 20 degrees Celsius in the middle, even if it is minus 20 degrees outside. Fantastic! Then we in Sweden have a saying: "A stone has fallen from my heart". It's fitting after all the "stone problems" you had to go through. As usual, thanks for an entertaining channel and greetings from Sweden!❤👍

[@suzannewch7202]

We have the stone falling from one’s heart expression in Swiss German as well!

[@TheUffeess]

@@suzannewch7202 Scandinavians understand "Low German" very well and sayings were mixed then before High German became the Germans' first language. Sometimes it went wrong, but it became fun. In German you say "Unkraut vergeht nicht". In Swedish it became in english "Evil gunpowder does not perish so easily"...😃

[@TheUffeess]

"Krut" in Swedish is Schießpulver...

[@johnwhale3774]

Loved this, it was very interesting , look foreward to your next one .

[@edgarfreidel6985]

The same applies to „German“ German, too.

[@rosemaryherrick9273]

So glad you have recovered, and that you are both back!! Your foliage looks very like the foliage here right now (outside Phila,PA)

[@marygordon4831]

Really enjoyed the Bee education. Glad your back!

[@amandamonaghan1190]

Nice to see you both back ❤

[@Wellbaby94]

The vlogs about bee care have been so interesting. Who knew! I’ve loved honey forever and respect the bees that visit our garden, but knew nothing of their care. Thank you for teaching us something new about our valuable resource.

[@bizzarostormy]

The pair of you have something special. Thanks for giving me a bit of a lift.

[@PAVx_]

Thanks for this educational vlog today. I learned a lot about beekeeping. And it is good to have you back!

[@petajames4292]

Aww it's lovely to see your bees all snug and cosy for the winter. Hope your cervical pain has disappeared colin🙈😂😂 take care both xx

[@christineprice5463]

Nice to see you back doing well 😀

[@annbeirne9583]

I think your bees and chickens are so lucky to have such caring and loving people looking after them. It was so lovely to see you smiling and happy together and hear Sean's cheeky laugh again. Keep safe love and hugs to you both and Oatis it was lovely to see him too❤❤💚🧡💛💜💖❣❣💕💗

[@terry94131]

Another delightful outing boys! Glad to see Colin in fine fettle.

[@chrismarydownes8153]

Great to see you back. See you again tomorrow. Take care. 💕🐾xxx

[@noelborden8787]

I thought Shaun was going to completely laugh like a lunatic. I'm so happy you are feeling better, Colin. Have a good weekend, lads.

[@thewunder-lusters9644]

There they go, snug as bugs in a ...erm ... beehive! 😄

[@MrGreatplum]

Great to see you both as bonkers as ever 😄 really good to see how bee keepers look after bees in winter too!

[@judymurphy3842]

Hi Colin & Shawn. Every video you do is so informative. Love you two working together. Oh yes, adore the chickens & Otis. Greetings from NZ.

[@geoffb3240]

and it's good to have you back! Great vid as usual :)

[@robertlalor8090]

Fridays are not Fridays without a Foxy dose. So good to see you back from the quacks. Bless you.

[@garyjcoy]

Colin - hope you are all recovered. Love watching you guy's channel.

[@mosschops1974]

Love the chicken photo bombing Colin! Really interesting vlog - great to have you back!

[@hilexcomputers]

Beautiful pictures gentlemen. Love the area that you live in. All the best.

[@lauralarson3490]

Colin & Bees 🐝, sooo calming just to watch & listen to! You are in your element, so Sweet & Bee- Wise. Interesting vlog also winterizing comments. Even with the latest health issues, you both appear more peaceful & at home these days, in a good way!!🧡🍂🍁🍂 🐝 🍂🍁🍂🧡

[@baybeeslancashire]

Really enjoyed this, your love and care for the bees and chooks shines through.

[@weezerr2d283]

Thanks for the video…loved the clip on the bee’s ( learned a bit )…stay safe and take care !!

[@valeriemcginnis5857]

What beautiful fall scenery! Very interesting about your chickens and bees. Love you 2 and Otis! Becareful and take care of yourselves.

[@sharoncastro1849]

Welcome back! Things are looking pretty good on the farm. Glad you’re feeling better Colin. Can’t wait for your next vlog. 🤗

[@richdodenhoff6846]

Strap-on = extension. I love Colin's linguistic machinations!

[@HomelessHouston]

WELCOME BACK Beautiful fall colors. Who knew that bees needed to be winterized. Got your 2023 calendar yesterday THANK YOU.

[@stefaniedecoster2772]

Good to see you feeling better Colin, and the book looks fab!

[@elainepepperrogers2968]

Good to see you both back and Colin is on the mend x

[@Bob8091]

Really pleased to see you both back after your recent and painful health issues. In different ways, both of you must have suffered badly. Thank heavens you have bounced back. In regard to the bees, those blood-sucking mites sound horrible.

[@Bob8091]

It just came to me what you meant to say.... Coccyx.

[@Lynette21122431]

Hi, y’all. Thank you for the beautiful scenic shots, the update on the chickens area and how you’re planning for their winter, as well as for the bees and the hives. Colin, you can do this, you can wait until March to check on your beloved bees. Shaun, I know you understand this perfectly, I’m so glad how Colin makes you laugh! Y’all are quite the happy pair. Remember, hug each other for me and give Otis a hug as well, from all the way over here in Portland, Oregon.

[@karen-ud1hc]

Good to see you back, Colin - you’ve never looked better. Gorgeous fall shots - must be pinching yourselves. The chickens, the bees, oh my!

[@No28adams941]

Welcome back lads great vlog and explanation of bee keeping 👍

[@davidmoore3550]

We want a dry hive and a strap-on for chickens. love it.

[@stevekrahn8808]

Just received my calendar today in Canada! Absolutely beautiful and heart warming!! I wanted to send you three a big hello and thanks, for being a part of my mental health journey. It's an honor to witness your transition from one exciting lifestyle to another. Carry on boys!

[@FoxesAfloat]

So glad you like the calendar, Steve ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mikaylajweighill]

I have to say your content keeps getting better and better. I am glad that you are on the mend Colin

[@billhowie3438]

Another Fantastic blog info about the bees and glad to see your both well many thanks.

[@lovelyskull3483]

Thank you for the lovely video.

[@Bee-ih5uy]

You two are such naturals at all of this! Those bees and chickens are living their best lives because of you two, not to mention Otis of course! I'm very glad you're feeling better now, Colin, it must have been quite stressful for the pair of you - all the very best to you both from this stranger 'cross the pond!

[@jamesvanian5524]

What a great video. It's so nice to see everything getting back to normal again. I found your work with the Bees quite fascinating and interesting. I hope they are O.K during the winter because it does get very cold in Scotland. You have chosen such a beautiful place to live. Keep well and safe. James.

[@lynn-in-the-tanglebox]

Aww, hope the little buzzy peeps keep snug and safe,and the pecky buggers 🙈😂...now,just you two and Otis to get your thermals and big jumpers ready.fab vlog as usual xx

[@Spookieham]

Bees, chickens, laughs and double-entendres galore - great video !

[@judewilliams9345]

Right chuffed to see you both again. Big, gentle hugs. Love you guys 🥰 xxxx

[@richardwhipple3522]

OMG. This vlog was so educational and interesting. I love my honey, but never realized all the work necessary to keep the bees safe. Thank you so much.

[@Motormad196]

Fascinating. The bees are wonderful, truly amazing.

[@marcellacruser951]

Such calm, happy hives! I hope they do well over winter for you.

[@sharonpettman1274]

What a beautiful place to live....I love Autumn and all the beautiful colours, have a great week

[@annwagner5779]

Take care, you two and all the beasties. So good to see you back, vertical!

[@nightnurse2543]

Lovely shots at the beginning of the video.Great to see you well again Colin 😀Very interesting to see how you care for the bees 🐝 Best wishes Diane

[@tonyowen116]

Love the fall colours. Nice piece on prepping the hives for winter. Look forward to receiving your photo book. Cheers...

[@janeiredale-cox992]

So happy to see you boys back...hope you stay well Colin...and I wish both of you all the best..cheers from chile

[@melissaeichmann1003]

So great to have you back!! Another great vlog guys; loved the bee keeping

[@melaniem573]

Great Goog! The bees look like they are going to be very snug indeed!

[@elainehooton6108]

Nice to have you back, the autumn colours are gorgeous. 😃

[@carolepurshouse417]

A fantastically informative video as always. I think your both extremely talented and have adapted to life in the Highlands so well. Please keep the videos coming.

[@juliacarr47]

This was a great video guys I never thought you had to do anything with bees over winter, I love that you let us in on your journey.

[@beckyrobinson5672]

Hi boys, Thanks for video. it was great seeing youns and the bees and chicken's. I learnt something about 🐝🐝🐝. Take care and God bless.

[@gingermolinero8386]

Colin it’s wonderful to seeing, hope you are healing well. Shaun you must be relieved. Please pet Otis for me

[@joseebaillargeon1321]

Great vlog!!!! I always look forward to Friday’s glad you are back:) cheers

[@sharonbamber2229]

Cracking vlog boys. Great to see you back on form 🧡🧡🧡

[@irenamangone]

Love Autumn in England/Europe the trees change colour we don't have that in Queensland Australia m.y favourite place is Derbyshire

[@keithsquawk]

Good to see you getting ready for winter. After all, it can get a bit nippy round the Trossachs.

[@kateogden6907]

Fantastic episode guys. You always have me laughing so much! It’s great to see you out and about a Colin but please don’t over do it. Still sending you wishes for a fast recovery. Thank you for making my not great day better. 💖

[@christruesdale5195]

Your vlogs always make me smile the whole way through. Thanks for giving us some uplift in these rather querulous times.

[@jwuertz7101]

I had a dream you adopted reindeer for over the winter to help pull a sled and a plow in the spring to start the garden. It was very cute! Thanks for the winter prep video! I never knew this about bees!

[@fraserrowedianekincaid6988]

Welcome back from a rough few weeks. Really enjoyed learning about bedding down the 🐝 for winter. Stay well and look forward to the train barn next week.

[@janetthompson6792]

Beautiful photography, thank you glad your feeling better

[@gregtitus645]

Culin Great video I learn alot about Bees and chickens from you videos they are so good tganks

[@RodMatheson]

Happy Halloween guys! 🐝🐝🐝 We really enjoyed your winter prep upload and you can really see your love for 🐝🐝🐝 and how much it relaxes you. Total natural! Glad to see you both and back fighting fit! Stay safe for the winter months ahead! ❄️🙏👌

[@oceana9294]

Interesting...I enjoyed seeing how you "winter" your bees and chickens. Colin, you look a little more relaxed this vlog and Shaun, you look great as always.

[@chrystaleng5946]

Glad to see you back Shaun you are looking and sounds so much better. Colin does not look as stressed also. I live with chronic pain which effects my mental health, so love you guys and your humor it is a great help.

[@andrewward3417]

Good to see you back and looking good. Really enjoy your vlogs

[@fourutubez7294]

I'm always getting my mucking furds wuddled

[@kristinedavid1747]

Sooo good to have you back, your smiles are almost back to normal, I’m glad Colin is feeling much better, now the weekend can truly start like in the good old days:)

[@lisaturner3130]

Good to see you both & Ottis. Iam glad your cervix isn't giving you to much agro lol. Take care of each other x

[@Ady_Rickell]

Nice to see you back I missed you last week and look forward to your weekly video. Glad you are starting to feel better

[@andyrbush]

Wonderful to see you back. So entertaining watching you two bounce off each other.

[@jacquelineryde7339]

Lovely to see you back, and find the bee keeping fascinating 👍👍👍

[@anthonywillis7613]

So, so good to see you guys and on top of this such interesting topics. What a great future of education you are providing us. Building a train installation at some point in a cold barn. Trrrraaaaiiiin . Love you guys.

[@debbi7161]

Colin, if indeed you now have a cervix you need to get straight back on to your surgeon!! 🤣 What a pleasure to see you guys when I come home from work to a house of teenagers 😱! You light up the day. Love your photos of autumn in bonnie Scotland... material for book 2? Much love to you Colin and Shaun, also Otis 🐾, the 🐓🐔 & b🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝s!

[@jjnolan6533]

Good to have you back

[@jamesbarry4324]

Glad to see you back!!!

[@AuntieSullivan]

Glad to see Colin up and about. Thank you for a very interesting vlog, Gentlemen.

[@Steve9357]

ohh my lord i loved this one... Shawns triggers are showing... but Great Advise an intresting to see you do the hives.😋

[@stevecrombie5357]

Welcome back sir. Glad you are feeling better.

[@hobbshire9373]

So glad yer back and better. Loved the chicken photobomb when you were working on the bee hives. Everything looks great! Thanks for sharing.

[@TheOBLife]

What a great video. Excellent clear information for the viewer. I can just imagine the hen huddle and the bees buzzing as the snooze in the cosy hive. Glad you are both looking well.

[@barrycoppock]

It's good to have you back.

[@denisewilson5727]

Love you two. So pleased you are on the mend Colin. I am learning so much about bee keeping, loving it. THANK YOU ❤

[@simonbiggs9102]

It's so relaxing watching you two. After having a stressful time. I can calm right down.

[@yellownev]

Well done Colin looking after your bees - they do a great job

[@DavidJones-oj4jz]

Hope you've got your thermals and warm clothing - look forward to your winter blogs with the scenery you've got

[@atmrtwbike]

Welcome back, guys! Glad to see you fighting fit, Colin! Thanks for another enjoyable vlog. Those autumn colours are absolutely wonderful.

[@fp30e]

Glad your back Colin and looking well. Great Video guys. Take Care.

[@Goldie644]

Great to see you up and about again !

[@teresatucker3446]

Great to have you back and in great form! ❤️

[@alanschultz3858]

you are looking so much better now pal and Shawn looks more relaxed keep up the good work

[@layalabi1667]

Beautiful photography!! Thanks!!

[@bedclintred]

You know Colin is feeling better, when he has got Shaun in stitches of laughter. 😂 Good to have you back guys it's not been Friday without you both. 👍😁🐔🐝