This Honeybee, Apis mellifera, is on her way to work.
The honeybee is headed straight into a Wild red columbine (Aquilegia canadensis)
She has an important job, one requiring experience and a certain level of maturity. She knows where to go, what to do when she arrives at her destination, and how to meet her responsibilities.
She is determined.
She works for the goals of her community over her own personal interests. Her Apis compatriots benefit from her expertise in the field and various other sacrifices. Most of the time she works alone and unsupervised.
She makes a garden grow.
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My Gardener Says... 
“She works for the goals of her community over her own personal interests.” Such a worthy goal that so many of those we elect ignore altogether. It will be very interesting to see what the next year brings… will anything change? Or will greed and corruption remain dominant? Sometimes I fantasize about animals being on equal footing with us humans in terms of legislative powers. Totally unrealistic, I know, but just imagine! The world would be so different…
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That’s exactly what I was thinking as I watched the bee and took the shot. Will anything change–all we can do is work toward that and hope.
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I don’t know how you get such great shots, but this this another fantastic one.
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Dumb luck!! I was trying to get a shot on a windy day–we’ve had lots of those–and the bee flew into my line of vision. I was tickled that it was a pretty good capture.
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Probably a lot of wildlife shots are luck.
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I can only vouch for mine!
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If your wind’s been anything like yours, I’m filled with admiration. This is a great photo. On the other hand, just think what the little bees must be thinking as they try to deal with the wind. Talk about a need for determination!
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Oh man, has it been windy! I’ve spoken with Audubon folks and it seems that bird migration is slower this spring, as the feathered friends are choosing different paths. But yes, I’ve gone out to the garden at times and it’s not possible to photograph flowers at all. Can you imagine the strength of pollinator and bird wings, working against these blusters?
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If only we humans could learn a thing or two from her.
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They’re hard workers for their community–yes, we could take a page from their playbook.
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It’s so exciting to see the bees, butterflies, and other pollinators back! Yes, they work hard and play vital roles.
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Yes it is! I’m sure you’re pleased that spring has arrived in Wisconsin and that your pollinators are doing their thing!
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Fantastic photo!
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Thanks–lucky shot!
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I don’t often see columbine flowers but I did find one along upper Bull Creek four days ago. Maybe they’re having a good year too.
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I often feel like that’s what I am seeing in the morning-wildlife showing up for work (while I provide the lunch cart and creche)
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Haha–yes!
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