Thursday, August 31, 2017
Activity After Dark
We got the call - the bees had to move from their holiday spot since the crop dusters were on the way. Well, the best way to move a hive is after dark, when they are all back home for the night. So we went out, taped the openings closed, tucked them in the van, and went for a drive to their new home.
You could hear the hives humming - they weren't too happy with us. But not one came out to get a drink before bed! We gently put them in their new home and out they came to see what was going on! Not too many people can say they have taken a road trip with bees!
Thursday, August 17, 2017
In the News
This was kind of fun...it was in our local paper today. Great publicity for bees!
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Sunday, August 13, 2017
Cut Comb
As a kid, this was a favorite of mine! I LOVE cut comb!
And ours is ready!!! We have a limited quantity this time around.
We are selling them for $10.00 each.
Read more about cut comb - this is a great site!
My favorite part of the article:
Why eat comb honey?
Try this: If you can get some honey in the comb, cut off a piece and place it in your mouth.
Just let it rest on your tongue for a moment, savoring the bit of honey dribbling from the cells that were just cut.
Now, slowly crush the comb between your tongue and the roof of your mouth.
One by one, the delicate, gossamer-thin walls of the wax cells burst, releasing their treasure of flavor and aroma.
The last living things to touch that honey were the bees that made it.
The last time that honey was exposed to the air was in the atmosphere of the hive.
Yes Mom, I have yours saved so it won't get sold. :)
And ours is ready!!! We have a limited quantity this time around.
We are selling them for $10.00 each.
Read more about cut comb - this is a great site!
My favorite part of the article:
Why eat comb honey?
Try this: If you can get some honey in the comb, cut off a piece and place it in your mouth.
Just let it rest on your tongue for a moment, savoring the bit of honey dribbling from the cells that were just cut.
Now, slowly crush the comb between your tongue and the roof of your mouth.
One by one, the delicate, gossamer-thin walls of the wax cells burst, releasing their treasure of flavor and aroma.
The last living things to touch that honey were the bees that made it.
The last time that honey was exposed to the air was in the atmosphere of the hive.
Yes Mom, I have yours saved so it won't get sold. :)
Honey is Ready!
More honey is ready!
This time we have a 1 lb. size for $8.00. (Our other sizes are sold with our wait list.)
Let us know if you'd like some!
bbilby7@gmail.com
This time we have a 1 lb. size for $8.00. (Our other sizes are sold with our wait list.)
Let us know if you'd like some!
bbilby7@gmail.com
Sunday, August 6, 2017
August Hive Happenings
Bees, Bees Everywhere
It cracks me up when they are head-first in the cells. It means they are working hard, but it still makes me chuckle when I see it.
Checking things out
The colors are amazing...see that gal in the middle??
Here she is close up! Hard at work!
I imagine they are playing telephone in there....
Coming in from a long, busy day.
The bees coming in the hive....SO much activity....
Thursday, August 3, 2017
Honey in my Tummy
We wanted to create a place for your favorite honey recipes. So - if you have a favorite honey recipe that you are willing to share, please leave it in a comment below! We can't wait to see what you use honey in.
National Honey Board Recipes
Southern Living Buzzworthy Recipes
Food Network Honey Recipes
Cooking Light Healthy Recipes with Honey
National Honey Board Recipes
Southern Living Buzzworthy Recipes
Food Network Honey Recipes
Cooking Light Healthy Recipes with Honey
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
Busy Bees
Bees work hard to make honey!
Our next batch of honey should be ready SOON! Let us know if you would like to be first to know - we will add you to our list!
I also have lists going for creamed honey or honeycomb.
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Bees, Bees Everywhere It cracks me up when they are head-first in the cells. It means they are working hard, but it still make...