Peeking Bees Apiary

To all the mothers, grandmothers, stepmothers, fur moms, queen moms, and every woman who stepped up with the heart of a mother Happy Mother’s Day.

Just like in the hive, where the queen, worker bees, and nurturers each play their part in protecting and raising the colony, motherhood comes in many beautiful forms. It is not only about giving life, but also about giving love, guidance, sacrifice, and strength.

Tonight, before Mother’s Day ends, Peeking Bees Apiary honors every mother and every woman who became one through love, care, and choice. Thank you for being the quiet strength, the gentle hands, and the fierce protectors of your own hives.

May your hearts be as full as blooming flowers, and may your love continue to nourish generations just like bees help life flourish.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing mothers around the world. From our hive to yours.

After a few days of feeling under the weather from heat exhaustion, I was finally able to check on my bees again.

I’m happy to see them still thriving.

Moments like this also remind me that soon, I’ll be harvesting my last batch of honey for the season, then it will be time to split colonies again and start preparing for the next one.

So much time, effort, and preparation often lead to just a few precious days or weeks of harvest. It’s a little bittersweet , watching one season come to an end while already working toward the next.
But that’s also what makes beekeeping exciting. Every season brings new lessons, new challenges, and new opportunities to do better.

This year, I’ll be applying new knowledge, learning even more, and moving forward with a simple thought:

New hive, new life.

The bees have been busy lately, collecting nectar and pollen, and even they take time to stop and hydrate under this intense heat.

Meanwhile, this beekeeper is feeling a bit under the weather because of it. 😅🥹

With temperatures rising, heat exhaustion and heat stroke are real risks, especially for those spending time outdoors.

A gentle reminder: Stay hydrated. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty.
Take breaks in the shade.
Wear light, breathable clothing.
Listen to your body. If you feel dizzy, weak, or unwell, rest immediately.

Even the bees slow down when it gets too hot. We should too.

Taking it easy for now. Stay safe and keep cool everyone.

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Feel free to visit and see our Honey and Propolis products.

Organic Beekeeping Training Day..

We have bee items for sale today. Visit us we are open till 1pm.

Enjoying the last night of my vacation here in Makati.

I came across this big shrub of dama de noche (Cestrum nocturnum), quietly filling the air with its strong, sweet fragrance. It’s known for blooming at night and attracting nocturnal pollinators like moths.

When I was younger, I used to think there was a ghost nearby whenever I smelled this same with camia flowers.(Lapit kasi sa South cemetery. 😅)

It may look simple during the day, but at night it transforms the whole space, a reminder that some of the most beautiful things happen quietly and unseen.

A calm and fragrant way to end the trip.

I saw a bunch of African tulip trees near the plaza and schools. They’re undeniably beautiful, and of course, we respect all forms of life.

But as a beekeeper, it also makes me think. Some pollinators, especially stingless bees, may struggle in areas where these trees are common, as they can negatively affect their survival.

I understand that as a citizen, I can’t dictate what gets planted in our city. I just hope that in the future, there can be more consideration in choosing plants and trees not just for aesthetics, but also for the pollinators that quietly support our environment.
Because a healthy city should also be a place where bees can thrive.

Happy to see the narra trees (Pterocarpus indicus) slowly blooming.
It means more pollen and nectar on the way, giving our bees the resources they need to grow, forage, and thrive. A good sign of the season ahead.