The Honorable Bee

"The bee is more honored than other animals, not because she labors, but because she labors, but because she labors for others."       Saint John Chrysostom

           

  I was asked recently if I had any photographs of bees.  I knew I had a couple of good ones I liked, but I really thought I had more.  Then I remembered how hard it is to photography these very busy, very fast creatures.  Here is what I have:   

 

Check out the pollen on the legs!