Month: April 2025

Planting New Seeds When the Old Don’t Sprout
I’m a bit of a gardening nut. When the days get longer and temps start to rise, I’m excited to put my hands in the soil again. I watch anxiously for the seed I placed in the ground to emerge as tiny plants. But, if nothing comes up, I’m in…

To Swarm or Not to Swarm? That is the Question
The first time I experienced a swarm of bees, I was filled with both awe and terror. Awe as I witnessed the massive bee tornado encompassing my entire backyard. And terror as I watched a hive I’d spent so much effort trying to maintain, readying itself to leave. What causes…