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CpnObvious · « **on:** April 10, 2014, 03:05:32 pm »

Hello. My name is Jeff. ~~I like long walks on the~~

I was introduced to beekeeping when I was about 13. That lasted for 2 years until my hives both died of Nosema. I never restarted. Now, 20+ years later, I've been saying I'm gonna restart for the past 10 years. Well, I've ordered two packages of Italians, so there's no turning back now! I've been working on cleaning up my old equipment, buying a few things here and there, and have a lot more work to do to get them ready for the arrival in another two weeks. Time for me to leave work, so I may opt to post more later, but no more time to type now.

Cheers!

Jen · « **Reply #1 on:** April 10, 2014, 03:30:28 pm »

Hi Cpn! Glad you're here, you will find plenty of bee knowledge here, and quickly if you need it. You'll also find a batch of very nice people who are eager to help and share. Warning! Be Prepared For Humor!

Slowmodem · « **Reply #2 on:** April 10, 2014, 03:32:24 pm »

Welcome and enjoy your stay! Lots of friendly, knowledgeable folks around here!

apisbees · « **Reply #3 on:** April 10, 2014, 03:41:54 pm »

Welcome Jeff, glad to hear you are returning to bees and beekeeping.

kebee · « **Reply #4 on:** April 10, 2014, 03:56:41 pm »

Welcome Jeff to the forum, ask all the question you want that way we all learn something and good luck with the bees.

Ken

Papakeith · « **Reply #5 on:** April 10, 2014, 04:09:57 pm »

Welcome to the Forum

Perry · « **Reply #6 on:** April 10, 2014, 04:37:23 pm »

Quote from: CpnObvious on April 10, 2014, 03:05:32 pm

Hello. My name is Jeff. ~~I like long walks on the~~

I was introduced to beekeeping when I was about 13. That lasted for 2 years until my hives both died of Nosema. I never restarted. Now, 20+ years later, I've been saying I'm gonna restart for the past 10 years. Well, I've ordered two packages of Italians, so there's no turning back now! I've been working on cleaning up my old equipment, buying a few things here and there, and have a lot more work to do to get them ready for the arrival in another two weeks. Time for me to leave work, so I may opt to post more later, but no more time to type now.

Cheers!

Oooh boy, I can see you're gonna fit in real well here. Bees and fun, a good sense of humour makes everything better.

LazyBkpr · « **Reply #7 on:** April 10, 2014, 09:15:49 pm »

Yep! I bet he likes Pina Colada's and getting caught in the rain too! I'll get him switched to RUM in no time flat!!

Welcome to WWBF, glad to have you, and looking forward to answering questions or learning from them!!!
Scott

Jen · « **Reply #8 on:** April 10, 2014, 09:19:29 pm »

Gin! Lazy, Gin! It's actually good for you! Seriously

blueblood · « **Reply #9 on:** April 10, 2014, 10:13:55 pm »

Again, welcome Jeff!

CpnObvious · « **Reply #10 on:** April 11, 2014, 08:27:50 am »

I'd have to say @Jen was the closest. Gin & tonic, Rum & coke (hold the coke), and Whiskey sours are my drinks of choice. I'm glad no-one mentioned beer... I must be at the right table!

Thanks for the friendly welcomes!

brooksbeefarm · « **Reply #11 on:** April 11, 2014, 08:59:59 am »

Welcome Jeff, from the Show me State. Jack

riverbee · « **Reply #12 on:** April 11, 2014, 11:20:41 am »

greetings and welcome to the forum jeff! look forward to reading your adventures with the bees!

Riverrat · « **Reply #13 on:** April 11, 2014, 04:55:03 pm »

welcome aboard Jeff

Bsweet · « **Reply #14 on:** April 12, 2014, 07:52:05 am »

Welcome to the forum, glad to have your company. Jim

G3farms · « **Reply #15 on:** April 12, 2014, 08:42:09 am »

Welcome to the forum, lots of good folks on here. Good luck with your new bees and do keep us posted.

tbonekel · « **Reply #16 on:** April 12, 2014, 09:07:24 am »

The eyes of Texas are upon you, Jeff! Yeah, that sounds kind of creepy when you think about it, but welcome to the group! One thing is for sure, 20 years ago, it would have been hard to find support like what you will find on the boards here.

efmesch · « **Reply #17 on:** April 12, 2014, 02:47:08 pm »

Gretings from across the "pond", Jeff.
Welcome to WorldWideBeekeepers forum.
When you first started 20 years ago, did you live in MA?

CpnObvious · « **Reply #18 on:** April 14, 2014, 12:35:21 pm »

@efmesch... Yes. I grew up only about 12 minutes from where I live now. In fact, one of the two hives I'm setting up will be in the EXACT same place I had bees years ago. When I told my mother I was getting back into it she was excited... but then disappointed when I told her the hive wouldn't be there to help her garden out... So I ordered another! The bees at her place will be loving the fairly large garden she has as well as her small fruit orchard. The bees on my land won't have quite the same short commute... but there are several LARGE farms and fruit orchards in the immediate area. I a bit nervous about bears where I am, though... I may be investing in a small electric fence, or something... Time will tell!

BoilerJim · « **Reply #19 on:** April 14, 2014, 12:44:29 pm »

Jeff, I am really glad you have found us. A sense of humor is a must and I see you've got one. You will fit in nicely around here.