tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post1817162333746031347..comments2024-03-29T03:27:37.284-05:00Comments on Two Men and a Little Farm: DEATH OF A BEEHIVE1st Manhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-55694416127670540372016-09-11T23:51:36.300-05:002016-09-11T23:51:36.300-05:00Hey, I understand completely, you have actual dail...Hey, I understand completely, you have actual daily farm things to do. I did shed a tear or two. It's frustrating and shocking. We put so much time and effort into it don't we? Sorry about the loss of yours too. At the time, I was read to just give up for awhile but I think we have to get knocked down and get right back up. After reading both of your books, I know that we just keep moving forward, right? Thanks!!<br />1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-7072273932369264642016-09-11T23:32:43.695-05:002016-09-11T23:32:43.695-05:00Thank you. Thank you. 1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-51309316329888112082016-09-06T04:41:23.732-05:002016-09-06T04:41:23.732-05:00My experience absolutely seconds everything Kev sa...My experience absolutely seconds everything Kev says, and I've learned more from mistakes and problems than I care to admit. Leighhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02435811789823712254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-73564100432376383682016-09-06T04:38:44.760-05:002016-09-06T04:38:44.760-05:00Oh no! Oh no! I can't believe I missed this po...Oh no! Oh no! I can't believe I missed this post (well, actually I can, because I've been dealing with a dying computer and trying to get a new one set up plus apples, apples, apples.) What a shock it must have been to find poor Ariadne in that condition. I would have cried. I agree with your idea to relocate in shade next time. I made sure mine had shade for the very reason of protecting them from our southern summer sun. Of course I lost mine for other reasons as you know. It's such a blow and really knocks the wind out of one's sails, doesn't it?Leighhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02435811789823712254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-6336292416475698092016-08-15T20:36:20.635-05:002016-08-15T20:36:20.635-05:00Oh no! So sorry FM :(
Oh no! So sorry FM :(<br />Tonya @ My Cozy Little Farmhousehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12289024681312440621noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-34959969178668739562016-08-12T00:08:59.958-05:002016-08-12T00:08:59.958-05:00LOL! Thanks! I hope everyone you named read this...LOL! Thanks! I hope everyone you named read this, they have a fan in you! Thank you for your years of support and though we might not see each other as often as we'd like, there is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. <br /><br />Much love! 1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-4209508767921157162016-08-12T00:07:49.945-05:002016-08-12T00:07:49.945-05:00No I totally understand. I need to hear all sides...No I totally understand. I need to hear all sides. I value your advice and I do need to look at that fact. But then I look at it might be a few more years and I'd rather have something established. At least with fruit trees and veggies, ha. We'll see. And thanks for the tip about PP, I will check hi out. Thank you so much your support ALWAYS means something to me. 1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-9378736857394163672016-08-10T16:12:44.034-05:002016-08-10T16:12:44.034-05:00One of the reasons I like reading your blog is, al...One of the reasons I like reading your blog is, along with fun/happy/sad/gross/gack! dialogue that you generate, everyone else's comments are awe inspiring too. I always look for Kymber, Texas Rose, Anne in the Kitchen and others to see what wisdom/insight/witticism they have to offer. I love that we all want you to succeed and grow. I come here everyday, not just because you are my friend and you write well but to 'visit' them too.<br /><br />I'm still sad about the bees, and I know you'll be a better beekeeper/shepherd in the future. I look forward to hearing from all of you in days to come. <br /><br />Peace to everyone! <br /><br />AlisonAlisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16038740547034882445noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-20955886349636958002016-08-10T12:26:05.089-05:002016-08-10T12:26:05.089-05:001st Man - i truly hope that you don't think th...1st Man - i truly hope that you don't think that i was discouraging you. i soooo want you to succeed. someone else that can help you - HE is the bee king and he goes through ups and downs every year - but he is the bee king is Pioneer Preppy. he is listed in our blog roll...and his email is listed on his blog. he answers any and all questions from people that are truly interested in beekeeping. check him out - he may have some answers and pointers.<br /><br />and again, i am truly sorry for how devastated you must feel. sending love to you both always. your friend,<br />kymberkymberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02607117635648274823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-1067801256206197682016-08-09T21:09:47.442-05:002016-08-09T21:09:47.442-05:00Thank you, I think afternoon shade is most importa...Thank you, I think afternoon shade is most important in our area. I'm going to see what's recommended and do some scoping out as I'm out there over the next few weekends (to gauge "summer sun" before next summer). Thanks!!!1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-84443992161332472902016-08-09T21:08:50.940-05:002016-08-09T21:08:50.940-05:00Yep, you are definitely right about nature, she kn...Yep, you are definitely right about nature, she knows what she is doing, ha. Thanks, looking into shade options. Thanks!!1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-11761510464577122432016-08-09T21:07:41.063-05:002016-08-09T21:07:41.063-05:00Oops, hit enter too quickly, that was supposed to ...Oops, hit enter too quickly, that was supposed to end with "thank you again for the kind words". :-)1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-63062108786687961972016-08-09T21:07:10.713-05:002016-08-09T21:07:10.713-05:00I think about that, but as so many say, we have to...I think about that, but as so many say, we have to build ourselves up for this kind of loss, the first is hardest, and while they never get easy, they do happen. We'll see how it goes....at least I have time to make an informed decision. T1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-9583697000432377832016-08-09T21:04:37.194-05:002016-08-09T21:04:37.194-05:00I know.....thanks!I know.....thanks!1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-36114604143638914422016-08-09T21:04:25.057-05:002016-08-09T21:04:25.057-05:00Thank you!! That means a lot. I know some people ...Thank you!! That means a lot. I know some people in the world (no one here of course) think "they're only bugs" but they don't understand beekeeping and their importance. Thanks!!!1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-90445350153809438942016-08-09T21:02:42.987-05:002016-08-09T21:02:42.987-05:00I will try again, no worries there. Thanks for the...I will try again, no worries there. Thanks for the kind words. I'm definitely thinking of seeking out a beekeepers association. Thank you!!1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-49933756281840598072016-08-09T21:02:32.141-05:002016-08-09T21:02:32.141-05:00Oh how devastating! I just can't imagine. N...Oh how devastating! I just can't imagine. Not being a bee keeper myself and reading your thoughts and these comments, I vote for give it another try. I agree with moving the hive(s) to somewhere they get afternoon shade.Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14626678045896424852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-10167776804601178672016-08-09T21:01:39.656-05:002016-08-09T21:01:39.656-05:00Wow, thanks for sharing that. I think I'd be ...Wow, thanks for sharing that. I think I'd be a basket case if that happened, ha. But you are right and your words are very profound. "A better shepherd every year" I will remember that. And you are right bees are so important now. Thanks again!1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-53047810974242552142016-08-09T20:57:00.952-05:002016-08-09T20:57:00.952-05:00Well what a sweet comment. Thank you so much. It ...Well what a sweet comment. Thank you so much. It means a lot!1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-125825916033938912016-08-09T20:56:22.915-05:002016-08-09T20:56:22.915-05:00Yep, I think you're right. I didn't give ...Yep, I think you're right. I didn't give them the space they needed, though the heat might have been too much as well. I will check out the website. And i like the idea of crepe myrtles. Maybe I plant them this fall so they get established for next spring. Thanks for the kind words. Yep, I hear from friends about their chickens and I think I know what you mean. 1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-62406622474706562392016-08-09T20:51:37.097-05:002016-08-09T20:51:37.097-05:00She may have and if she did, more power to her. I...She may have and if she did, more power to her. I'd much rather her set up shop elsewhere than think I lost her completely. <br /><br />Neighborhood hives are such a great idea. Thanks!!!1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-36433438453195166962016-08-09T20:50:29.742-05:002016-08-09T20:50:29.742-05:00Yep, I think I place it too much in the full all d...Yep, I think I place it too much in the full all day sun. I think some afternoon shade would be nice. I'll look around as I'm out there this month and see what looks good for the future!1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-67767247029349081112016-08-09T20:49:34.673-05:002016-08-09T20:49:34.673-05:00Yep, we'll see what the future holds. I have t...Yep, we'll see what the future holds. I have taken a few classes, but I think a local group would be great. Thanks for the suggestion and definitely will check TS. (love that place, ha). Thanks again!!1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-46165635183635444412016-08-09T20:44:19.342-05:002016-08-09T20:44:19.342-05:00I think semi shade is best for us too, since it...I think semi shade is best for us too, since it's so hot at times. I am out there, other than pouring rain weekends, out there every weekend at least throughout the year. So checking regularly is easy. Of course, this time, I put it off the last two or three weekends because it was so hot and I saw them flying in and out. I should have looked inside. That's my fault too. We learn! Thanks!!!1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3552387675026716797.post-41630920553694355862016-08-09T20:42:41.351-05:002016-08-09T20:42:41.351-05:00Thanks sweet Kymber! Yep, that thought is crossin...Thanks sweet Kymber! Yep, that thought is crossing my mind. I will check out the blog, thanks for that info too! Stay tuned!1st Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04861609647607912193noreply@blogger.com