Joelel. Welcome to our forum, wonderful that you have found us. Wonder what happened to your bees, so long ago? Things do happen, and sometimes we just don't know. That is a beautiful thing that your Son wanted to get into bees and you both went for it. You have been held deeply under the spell of the honeybee, we all are. So many members here tell the tale of having kept bees years before, got out of it, only to return, that is the compelling nature of these little beauties. Have fun with your Son. I am sure that you can teach him many things about keeping the bees, beautiful. This will be a place where you can tell your stories, tales and experiences -- to people who really do care, that will shine forth. Stick around. We love new members and love to listen and help. So nice to hear that the colonies are flourishing. Have that wonderful day, to love and it and live it, health. Cindi