looks like a little more rain...

another day inside, but instead of looking at equipment or painting signs, i thought a couple of words and a few pictures would be a pleasant interruption to the wet outdoors.
a couple of days ago, in between the spring showers, we were able to catch a little sun and take a few pictures of some happenings around the place.
the bees were ecstatic to leave the hive for a quick flight around the farm. this is just a handful of some returning in the evening.










the hives seem quiet from the outside, but inside, they are bustling with activity. i wish you
were able to hear what this picture sounds like. the bees seem to be doing pretty well this year despite the crazy spring weather.
in less than a month, the hive has more than doubled in size, and, soon, we will be adding supers. hooray for honey!

even though the bloom was early and the hives young, the trees seem to be loaded with apples this year. thank you honey bees. we passed this little cluster of baby apples on the way to the garden.
the garden has expanded in size and by quantity of delectable treats this year. we started picking spinach, radishes and onions a couple of weeks ago. the hops are about six inches tall and the blueberries are flowering.
we are excited about getting some squash, pumpkins and gourds in the ground after it dries.
i think we are interested in setting up a co-op for either plants and/or produce next year; so, let us know if you have any ideas and/or interest.
the crazy, purple puffball of a flower belongs to one of our chives. the potatoes are starting to get little buds, which reminds me that we need sweet potatoes. the snow peas are looking for something to hold. i'm ready for more fresh veggies!