Hi Dave
 
Like Hugo, I think there is still hope. I suffer from paranoia each winter
fully expecting the worst. Instead of knocking on the hive, which my father
advised me not to do for the same reasons Hugo mentioned, I have instead
resorted to a reliable Littman Cardiology II stethoscope, which I have found
to be useful for more than just on my regular job. The 'scope has been so
successful that I have even managed to listen in on quite a few intimate
conversations that actually go on between the bees as they while away those
long, quiet winter days and nights. And I come away from the hive feeling
much better...give it a try.
Joanne Hulbert
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