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About inthebeeloudglade

An unlikely beekeeper who runs The Honey Exchange, a hive and honey store in Portland, Maine.

2021 Four Million Bee Roadtrip, Part 1

I never told everyone the end of last year’s story, but I think I’m finally ready. It was one of the hardest days ever at The Honey Exchange and I’m not too proud to tell you it’s the only time … Continue reading

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A Teaser

We’ve got some new toys to play with in the Bee-loud Glade and plans to capture a few visits to the beehives on video. Our experimental first attempt was hooked up through Facebook live, as I dug into the store … Continue reading

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2020 Three Million Bee Roadtrip, Part Two

Yesterday’s essay may have been a bit more serious than people have come to expect in the Bee-Loud Glade. Sorry, these feel like serious times. Tonight’s story is going to be unusually brief. As I’ve said, so much about this … Continue reading

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2020 Three Million Bee Roadtrip, Part One

“Act like you know what you’re doing, even if you don’t. Above all, send the bees love. Every little thing wants to be loved.” ― Sue Monk Kidd, The Secret Life of Bees Being a geezer has its benefits. For … Continue reading

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2019 Three Million Bee Roadtrip, Part Two

Years ago my friend and stand-up guru, Tim, said (regarding his students’ performances), “the ones who make me the most nervous are the ones who aren’t nervous.”  I have shared this wisdom with countless beekeepers, especially new beekeepers getting ready … Continue reading

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