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.
Senior Moments 
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.