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Can we still be friends if I live in Rio Rancho?

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Jo LaMore replied to NMBeek's discussion 'Thanks's Sophie' in the group Book ClubJune 30

NMBeek- I second your thanks to Sophie and recommend her reading list if you just can't think of what to read or are going browsing at the library... a little bump for Sophie Jo

Celeste replied to NMBeek's discussion 'The 2009 Tomato Fiesta' in the group Urban FarmersJune 24

Thanks! I can hardly wait!

NMBeek added 2 discussions to the group Urban FarmersJune 23

NMBeek replied to Geni's discussion 'Postcards From The Hive' in the group Urban BeekeepersJune 23

Geni -- Dadant sells what they call a "Bottling Bucket Kit" (M01354) which I like because it includes a 5 gallon food-safe plastic pail with a honey gate, a tight fitting cover and three separate filters that fit inside the bucket, 200 micron, 400...

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Where I Live:: North Valley

About Me:: Happily retired and enjoying learning about and doing those things I've never been able to do before. Avid reader, hobbiest beekeeper, private pilot, Master Gardener, motorcyclist, stoneware potter and presently learning how to sculpt and draw. People and friends are the important things in life.

Favorite Thing(s) About Albuquerque:: climate and long-time friends, the wonderful warmth of the tri-cultures

Relationship Status:: Married

What I'm Reading:: Usually two or three going at a time, mysteries, sci-fi, action adventure and texts on whatever I'm learning about right now, bees, potting, sculpting, etc. I've joined a couple of online book clubs to broaden my exposure to good books.

What I'm Listening To:: Very eclectic, I like almost everything except Gangsta Rap. Probably listen to classic rock and country the most.

I took up pottery after I retired, just for fun. Here's some examples. I'm working on learning to sculpt and draw now.

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Income Taxes and Hummers -- If you gotta have one, it's great to have the other !

Not many folks I know are overjoyed about income tax time. The "Ides of April" tend to not be our favorite time of year. Here in the Duke City, however, we got a little golden tinge to the day. That's the day the hummingbirds return to the Burque and I don't know anyone who can… Continue

Posted on April 17, 2009 at 2:22pm — 2 Comments

Introducing Tim O'Leary

OK, so he is just a dog and a rescue dog on top of that, which is kinda the point here. One of my wonderful companions of many years finally passed on last month. Paca, (yep, she was a rescue dog too and carried the acronym for People's Anti-Cruelty Association as her name), had been… Continue

Posted on November 14, 2008 at 12:00pm — 7 Comments

First "Cut-Out"

I participated in my first “cut-out” this weekend. A “cut-out” is beek slang for removing a colony of bees that have taken up housekeeping in an unwanted location, as in this case, the ceiling of someone’s front porch. Honeybees need dark and dry places to build a nest and make a new… Continue

Posted on March 24, 2008 at 10:07am — 6 Comments

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At 6:19pm on April 25, 2009, Bryan Horn said…: Hello,

Writing for a friend who has a bee colony every year in his big tree in the front yard (Ridgecrest area). He does not want them as he has small children and dogs, yet he hasn't done anything because he does not want them destroyed. Any ideas on what to do? I saw them today and they seemed very active to me (swarming??). Any assistance would be appreciated....thanks...>Bryan

At 12:04pm on April 24, 2009, Johnny H. said…: I am sorry my phone did not work today. Thanks for trying me. The number I hope I gave you was 505-231-7593? I will be down at the Bee Seminar tomorrow.

At 9:07pm on April 19, 2009, Iberostar said…: Whoa, how MANY bees???? Gave me the shivers - but thanks for answering my question. It never occured to me HOW people get bees in those numbers.

At 3:31pm on April 19, 2009, Iberostar said…: I saw your discussion on a swarm list. I have a couple of questions. What is a swarm list?
If I get some unwanted bees, do I call a beekeeper to relocate them?

At 8:49pm on April 2, 2009, Kenny said…: Jerry, do you know if the road from Mora to Angel Fire via Black Lake is paved? I think it's NM434.

At 1:01am on March 31, 2009, Gene Stillman said…: I thought I had joined the group but evidently not. Just joined now. My equipment is in the truck and ready. The new hive is painted and will be set up ready to go tomorrow after work. Thanks for adding me to the swarm list.

At 8:34pm on January 28, 2009, Kenny said…: Saw your comment about Hillsboro. If you ever decide to ride out there, be sure to allot some time to go further west on 152 all the way to Bayard (there's gas in Bayard). That is a great motorcycle road if you like twisties!

At 6:23pm on January 28, 2009, Jacqui Lewnes said…: Hi Ya Back!

At 3:38pm on January 22, 2009, Sarahjmd said…: You crack me up. I had a regular pic of myself on for a while, but I like the mystery so much more! Have mac - will goof with it.

At 10:46pm on January 21, 2009, Sarahjmd said…: Thanks for organizing that meeting, and thanks for inviting me. I learned a lot and I am even more excited to get started than before. I'm working on the husband. I may have him semi convinced to let me go for it in the back yard. Maybe I can make beekeeping a "Thing" at the b&b.