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Offline rt1068

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Question from the wife
« on: September 04, 2016, 07:38:46 pm »
As I am preparing for bees next year my wife had a question that I did not know the answer to. That in and of itself is not uncommon. I rarely know how to answer her questions.  :laugh:  But, anyway, she asked if it is going to be possible for us to go on vacation once we have bees. I know there are times when you have to get in the hives to check on things but is there a set of guidelines on how often this needs to occur. We have a trip planned for next July that will take us away for a couple of weeks. Should I postpone getting bees for another year or should they be alright to be left alone for a few weeks?

As always, I appreciate your responses.
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #1 on: September 04, 2016, 07:55:44 pm »
Who checks them in hollow trees. Checking hives is for the beekeepers benefit only. The bees do fine with no interference from humans.

Enjoy your vacation.The bees hope it is an extended one.  ;D
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #2 on: September 04, 2016, 08:38:36 pm »
Quote from: iddee on September 04, 2016, 07:55:44 pm
Who checks them in hollow trees. Checking hives is for the beekeepers benefit only. The bees do fine with no interference from humans.

Enjoy your vacation.The bees hope it is an extended one.  ;D

Iddee always has a great way of putting things. :)
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #3 on: September 04, 2016, 09:15:14 pm »
No worries and I like your questions. The bees got this and liken it to having a great crew you manage on a large construction project, they know what they are doing and will let ya know when assistance is needed, they know how to do their job.

I agree with iddee as well  ;)
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #4 on: September 04, 2016, 09:25:20 pm »
July in my area the bees would be guarding my honey for me until i got time to take it off anyway. 8) Jack
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #5 on: September 04, 2016, 09:52:58 pm »
Your question would be of concern  if you were starting to raise cows or chickens.  But bees are great ones for inviting their owners to go away on vacations.  Have a jolly time together, knowing that bees, in spite of your absence, will still continue "doing a-what comes naturally", on their own.   Isn't it insulting to think that as far as they are concerned, you are totally unnecessary?
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #6 on: September 04, 2016, 10:06:22 pm »
rt ~ take my advice as a woman who has been pretty much happily married to the same man for 40 years now.

Don't ever answer her questions! Simply say "My beloved, I'm not sure! Until I find out, how can I help around the house?" then kiss her on her nose and smile.

Now I can answer your question  :D  All Of The Above   :D

And like Jack (brooksbeefarm) said, the bees will be very busy foraging and making honey. Swarm season will over for the most part. Great time for a vaca  ;) 8)
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #7 on: September 04, 2016, 10:23:00 pm »
Jen I think that's great advice for all of us married guys here! ;D
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #8 on: September 04, 2016, 10:30:41 pm »
40 Years Green Bee... Forty! Trust me on this one  ~snork~
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #9 on: September 04, 2016, 10:35:05 pm »
You know what they say if momma's not happy no one is. :laugh:
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #10 on: September 05, 2016, 02:39:17 pm »
Quote from: Jen on September 04, 2016, 10:06:22 pm

Don't ever answer her questions! Simply say "My beloved, I'm not sure! Until I find out, how can I help around the house?" then kiss her on her nose and smile.


   huh?   :-\\

   no....    :no:  DON'T do that!!!
  Use a LOT of big words with a variety of different meanings, and keep a straight face, In fact have a stern look and nod your head a bit as you wave your hands about.. Make it an ELONGATED reply that lasts several minutes... She WILL eventually walk away in confusion...  it takes two or three times before she STOPS asking questions...   
   Follow Jaybirds advice and you will only ADD to your HONEY DO list!!!    :yes:
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #11 on: September 05, 2016, 04:01:18 pm »
Well Yeeaah! That's the whole point Scott  ;) 8)
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #12 on: September 05, 2016, 04:31:32 pm »
I've tried that Lazy, but I think my wife is smarter than I am! :eusa_wall:
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #13 on: September 05, 2016, 04:38:32 pm »
Quote from: Green bee on September 05, 2016, 04:31:32 pm
I've tried that Lazy, but I think my wife is smarter than I am! :eusa_wall:

Mine is definitely smarter than I am. No question :\'( :D
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #14 on: September 05, 2016, 04:42:21 pm »
Is that you rt , or did your wife hijack your computer? :laugh: :laugh:
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #15 on: September 05, 2016, 04:49:54 pm »
 :D it is me. I don't mind her being the one with the smarts. What is it they say?  Ignorance is bliss. And I am a very happy guy!  ;D
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #16 on: September 05, 2016, 04:54:45 pm »
Humm haven't thought of it like that rt. Maybe that's why I am so happy. :D
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #17 on: September 05, 2016, 05:25:03 pm »
My hubby is the one with the smarts and a lot of it, however, I am the one with the instinct and a lot of it  ;) 8)
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #18 on: September 05, 2016, 05:28:22 pm »
Yea, I agree with the long explanation spill , has worked before . But be careful the tide can turn at any minute :yes: :yes: :yes:   
Eggshells I recall  :laugh:
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Re: Question from the wife
« Reply #19 on: September 05, 2016, 05:37:39 pm »
Yeah, I have one of those too... you can substitute the Confusion for frustration and it still works!
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