A bee at work in our redbud tree, Fairfield Glade, Tennessee. March 19, 2012.
(Note: All pictures may be enlarged by clicking on them once or twice.)
I went out late Monday afternoon with my macro lens to get some pictures of the redbud tree in our front yard. When I got there I found that I wasn’t the only one interested in the blossoms. There were bees all over the tree.
Fairfield Glade, Tennessee. March 19, 2012.
Since I’m allergic to bee stings I thought of beating a hasty retreat, but the bees were intent on the blossoms, and as long as I stood relatively still, they just ignored me. So I thought I would try to get some pictures of the bees at work.
The encounter with the bees was entirely unplanned, but I think I got some pretty good pictures for the experience. And best of all, I didn’t get stung.
March 21, 2012 at 3:41 am |
The red bud trees are so pretty this time of year. Glad you did not get stung.
March 21, 2012 at 4:15 am |
Great job on both counts. (the photos and not getting stung)
March 21, 2012 at 5:19 am |
That was brave of you to stay around when you are allergic to the sting. Lovely blossoms and good shot of the busy bee.
March 21, 2012 at 5:27 am |
Those are really wonderful/detailed shots George.
I love seeing the bees do their work…that is a good sign for all of us.
So glad none of my relatives stung you!
March 21, 2012 at 7:32 am |
bees terrify me and our powder puff the whole tree HUMS so i stay far away from it. your bees look fat and healthy to me. great shots from a brave photographer.
March 21, 2012 at 10:42 am |
Enjoyed the photos. Great shots and glad you didn’t get stung!!
March 21, 2012 at 1:20 pm |
I would love a Redbud. Not very many out this way. Well the trees are in the Nursuries but they don’t do well out here. Gorgeous pics. MB
March 21, 2012 at 3:30 pm |
I always wanted a Redbud tree..the flowers are awesome. Nice macro shots of the non-stinging bees, George.
Thanks for sharing the beauty of your yard, stop by any time to view the beach
March 21, 2012 at 4:33 pm |
You got great results George!
I’m allergic too and this time of year we really have to be careful.
I’m kinda glad the blossoms are sweeter than me.
March 21, 2012 at 4:38 pm |
Ahhhh Spring! A lovely season. You are sooooooooo far ahead of us. It’s nice you share with photos though!
Linda
http://coloradofarmlife.wordpress.com
March 21, 2012 at 5:10 pm |
oh such beautiful signs that spring has sprung.
i would have to do that this weekend or soon.
hope you’re having a good spring so far.
March 21, 2012 at 5:51 pm |
Those bees are very busy; great shots! I’m glad that you didn’t get stung!
March 22, 2012 at 7:53 am |
What bee-autiful shots!
March 22, 2012 at 9:37 am |
Nice photographs. With the problems there have been I am always happy to see active bees gathering the pollen.
March 22, 2012 at 11:12 am |
You got some wonderful shots!! I think I like the last one the best!!
March 22, 2012 at 1:11 pm |
They are in full bloom around here and just so beautiful!
March 23, 2012 at 1:29 am |
What a joy for my eyes Your lovely photos are!!!
March 23, 2012 at 8:43 am |
Wonderful! I love Redbuds and almost missed seeing the ones here while we were in Tucson.
March 26, 2012 at 1:20 am |
That photos more lovely, I love the color of those flowers.