I posted this photo of our late-blooming goldenrod a few weeks ago. The bees loved these flowers! I found 13 bees in this photo.
I promised I would post a pic with the bees I spotted (haha! spotted, then circled!), so here you go!
Most of our flowers are done for the season, but mums are holding steady — and our funny little snapdragons poked their heads up this week. I love our garden!
This summer we installed a patio in our front yard. I love this space so much!
Because I managed to land in the hospital just one day before our gravel and pavers were delivered (wah! 😩) my contribution to the physical work of building the patio was limited. Sarah and Mckenzie did ALL the hard work. I appreciate them so much! For my part, I did a lot of cheerleading, childcare, and chocolate dispensing. (Not really. I dispensed more freezies than chocolate. It was hot. 😉)
I knew this patio was going to be wonderful, but I didn’t realize how beneficial it would be for my well-being. Not only is it gorgeous (we have Sarah’s expert design eye and amazing muscles to thank for that!), but since we’re continuing to do social visits outdoors until kiddo is vaccinated, it is a magical place for connection, too.
One of my favorite activities during the past few weeks has been to watch the incredible bee activity on our late-blooming goldenrod. One day I counted more than 30 bees at one time! They are fascinating to watch.
Here’s a photo from of one of those days. It’s hard to see all the bees because they moved around so much. I found 13 in this photo. Can you find them? Can you find more!?!
(Naturally I also have an answer key to this bee puzzle with bees circled in red. 😆 I will publish that photo later this week.)
In other news, I’ve been busy as a bee taking UPenn courses for my certificate in Positive Psychology and EdX classes on Bridging Differences. I love learning new things. It makes my little brain so happy!
And, I am even happier that I get to share some of the science-based happiness hacks I’ve been learning in an upcoming workshop. Yay! I’ve missed connecting with you in workshops!
Rewire Your Brain: Happiness Hacks (before the holidays hit!)
Where: Online
When: November 16th, 6:30-8:30 CT
Cost: Pay what you want — suggested donation $50
Register here:
https://bit.ly/pre-holiday-happiness-hacks
Learn how to use your brain’s superpowers to make the best of any situation. (And yes, that includes hospital stays or holidays, family gatherings or family feuds.)
We have more control over how we experience our lives than it seems. Learn simple, science-based techniques you can use to make your joyful times more joyful and your challenging times less challenging.
I look forward to reconnecting with you soon!
xoxo
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