Tree trimming services are often called to remove hollow trees that pose a hazard. Hollowed out trees are prime lodgings for a feral bee hive. A few days ago, I was called out by our local tree guy to
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Its that time of year. My yearly Beekeeping Class. This is my third year attending NorthEast Kansas Beekeeping Association (NEKBA) which is our local beekeeping organization, in my neck of the
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WooHoo! I finally got a camera! Take a look at my first venture into photography and enjoy the last snow(hopefully) Loved the look of this one! Snow Logs Corn Field Dried Mullein Nature’s
Continue readingOk, I confess, I have a secret obsession. For those of you who know me, it may come as a bit of a surprise. No, its not horses, bees or chickens although, I readily admit to being mighty
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Yes, I really do make Bee Queen Manuka Honey Lotion! As a matter of fact, I made a batch of unscented lotion today. Making lotion is a lot like baking bread. Leave out one step and your nicely risen
Continue readingHeadines screaming pet food recalls seem to be an everyday day occurrence, of late. Many result in serious and or fatal consequences. Let’s face it, for most of us, our pets are beloved members of
Continue readingI’m sitting here after a week away from the computer, valiantly trying to get my eustachian tubes to open. My right ear has been clogged for a week and my left opens up
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Are Black-eyed peas a part of your New Year’s tradition? Chances are, if you are from the South, you will serve up or consume a portion of black-eyed peas and a “mess of greens.” on
Continue readingWe wish you a merry Christmas We wish you a merry Christmas We wish you a merry Christmas And a Happy New Year REFRAIN Good tidings we bring to you and your kin, We wish you a merry Christmas and
Continue readingFor those of you who can’t get enough of CHICKENS! Another great post from our resident Chicken Diva, Cindy Neumann. Chickens and Tiaras Cinnie the Circus Chicken We all have that one
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