Q: In order to help a new group of bees get off to a good start, you should provide them with a nectar made of 1 part sugar to 2 parts water. Put this mixture in a bee feeder and place it in or on the hive, depending on what type of bee feeder you have. Monitor the level of the nectar in the feeder so that you can refill it when it gets empty.  After the colony is more established you will not have to feed it much nectar in the spring. It is a good idea, however, to always feed your hives in the fall so that they can have enough food to prepare for winter.  There are internal feeders available that hang among the frames. There are also external feeders that are placed near the hive. Once you have your colony in place, it is important to keep an eye on how healthy they are. In order to inspect the inside, you will need to smoke the bees to make them docile. Once they are calm, you can begin pulling out the individual frames inside and inspecting them. When inspecting the frames you are making sure that there are no other types of insects in the hive and that the honeycombs are being formed properly. The amount you need to inspect the hives will change seasonally. Tending to bees is seasonal work, meaning that they take more work in the spring and summer. During their active months you will need to check the hive at least weekly. They take very little work at the end of fall and throughout winter, when you just need to check on them monthly. Bees use the frames you provide them with to reproduce and to store honey. As your colony grows, you will need to add more frames so that the colony can continue to expand. When the existing frames are almost full, you should add another box on top of the original box. In most cases, this new box filled with frames will be used to store honey and the older, lower box will be used more for reproduction. the honey once the colony is strong. Once the colony is established you will be able to harvest part of their honey for yourself. However, you want to make sure that the hive is really thriving before taking their honey. With their survive in mind, it's a good idea to wait until the end of a colony's second summer to take their honey. Honey is harvested by taking the frames that are filled with honey out of the hive and cutting off the layer of wax that is capping them off. Then, once the combs are opened, you can drain the honey out of them. This can be done with an extractor or by letting the drain into a bucket for a few days.
A: Feed new colonies until they are established. Inspect the hive inside and out. Add space for the bees as the colony grows. Harvest

Q: You should have clean hands whenever you are touching the area around your band-aid to prevent the spread of bacteria and possible infection.  Use clean water from a tap to wet your hands. Warm or cold is fine. Turn off the tap and apply soap to your hands. Rub your hands together to create a lather with the soap making sure to coat the back of your hands, between your fingers, and underneath your fingernails. Continue scrubbing your hands for 20 seconds. This is about as long as it takes to sing the “Happy Birthday” song twice in a row from beginning to end.   Rinse the soap off of your hands with clean water from the tap. Dry your hands with a clean cloth towel, paper towel, or you can air dry them. As an alternative to washing your hands, you can use a hand sanitizer that is at least 60% alcohol. Like washing your hands, cleaning the area around your band-aid can help prevent infection or the spread of bacteria during removal.  Fill a clean bowl with clean tap water and mild liquid soap. Warm or cold water is fine, although warm (not hot) water may feel more comforting. Soak a clean washcloth in the soapy water and wring it out to remove excess moisture. Gently wash the skin around and on top of the band-aid with the wash cloth. Avoid putting direct pressure on top of the band-aid as you do this. Instead, give it a quick wipe with the cloth. Gently pat the area dry with a clean, dry washcloth. Choose something not too thick that it blocks the cold of the ice. Don’t use a gel pack because it won’t get the adhesive cold enough. Ice can make the adhesive brittle so it pulls off your skin easily. The time it takes here depends on how strong the adhesive is, and the overall size of your band-aid. If the band-aid doesn’t release easily, continue icing it. Repeat this until the band-aid is able to come off entirely. It’s easiest to slide a fingernail underneath an edge and gently prying it up.
A: Wash your hands with soap and clean water. Clean the area around the band-aid. Make an ice pack by wrapping several ice cubes in a paper towel or thin cloth. Hold the ice pack against the parts of the band-aid with adhesive. Test to see if the band-aid is released by lifting a corner.

Q: After you bring your child home, consider whether to take time off. You are covered by the Family and Medical Leave Act, which requires that most employers give their employees unpaid time off. Talk with your Human Resources department if you have questions. You can expect a social worker to visit you in the months after you bring your child home. You’ll discuss how you’re adjusting and share any information from pediatrician visits. The number of visits will vary. If you had an international adoption, you may need to complete a post-placement home study and send pictures or updates to the home country. Missouri law requires that you wait six months before a judge will finalize the adoption. Generally, this is nothing to worry about, but you should consult with a lawyer if you have questions. Once your adoption is approved, you have the same rights as a biological parent. A new birth certificate will be printed with your names as the adoptive parents. Adoptive parents often experience many emotions—excitement at the presence of the child, confusion about whether they’ll be good parents, etc. You should see if you can find a support group near you.
A: Take time off, if possible. Have post-placement visits. Wait to finalize the adoption. Visit with a support group.

Q: Now as you come to a close, slowly open your eyes and take note of your feelings and the energy in your body.
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End your meditation session.