A place for the bees
A few years ago, we planted drought resistant plants in a flower bed and when it matured, we had bees coming to visit all summer long. so far, I counted three varieties of bees, and a host of other flying critters that love to visit.
many years ago, a neighbor took me out amongst his hives and it was fascinating. shortly after that, I grew some buckwheat as a green manure crop in my garden. My intent was to plow it under just as it started to bloom. but when I saw the bees buzzing around, I left it and would frequently stand in the middle of the patch, just watching the bees. they worked diligently and paid little attention to me.
Since that time, I have found watching been to be one of the more relaxing things. they are simply fascinating creatures and very important to pollinating many of our fruits and vegetables.