Treebear, aka, John Hargrave :). Welcome to our forum, so wonderful you found us. It sounds like you are living a very beautiful spot, and yes, you will probably be busy for more than a decade, smiling. You have entered the beautiful life of the honeybee, you will be held deeply under their spell, all beekeepers are, in one way or another. Stick around, this will be a wonderful place to tell your stories, tales and experiences, a further bonus -- you will make some new and wonderful friends. We love new members, and we love to listen. Have that beautiful day, to love and enjoy, to live, share, and health. Cindi