Bruce, welcome to our forum, great you found us. As you delve deeper and deeper into the studying of the honeybee, you will realize that you will be held deeply under their spell, they have that way about them. And as you begin to keep bees, nothing will stand in your way. Take this winter to study and learn, lean on our forum for advice, learning. We were all once upon a time a new beekeeper, and asking questions is one good way to learn, never be afraid to ask questions, all questions are important, and all will get answers. Stick around, we love new members, we love to listen. Have that most wonderful day, of love, health and peace, Cindi