Ziffa, as a new beekeeper, as you are, I agree totally and 100% with the comments that you have received. The most important thing in the world right now for you, is to become as familiar as you can with your bees -- and that means examining them as much as you feel necessary. Iddee is correct in saying that disturbing the bees sets them back a little, no doubt about that. BUT....they key to becoming that great beekeeper that you aspire to be, will be to understand them and their behaviours, what goes on in their homes, so look, as much as your little heart desires. Good, you are finding out that our forum will be that learning tool that is so important, ask your questions. Have a most wonderful and awesome day, health. Cindi