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The Buzz on Michelle Obama's Honey

By Paul Bedard

July 13, 2009 RSS Feed Print

By Paul Bedard, Washington Whispers

The first beehive has finally produced some honey, and we hear it tastes and looks splendid. First beekeeper Charlie Brandts tells us that it has a hint of citrus, a sweet local trait, and that the first honey pull totaled 43 pounds. But don't look for it at the supermarket. Most will be used by the White House chefs, and some may go out as gifts.

First beekeeper Charlie Brandts, a White House carpenter, in front of the South Lawn hive.

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Inside scoop on bees:

* get this to charlie brandts

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Matt Erwin of MN 2:24AM September 21, 2009

Question: What are the three worst quality commodities in the world right now?

Answer: Money, Medicine and Food.

Conslusion: Local Honey is a quality form of all three.

Get some quick!

Your'e looking great, Mr. Brandts. You have triggered a Honey Revolution! Many thanks!

Paul Bedard, please keep the news coming on this magnificient effort.

Cheers,

John Smith

PS: It works for me!

John Smith 12:49AM July 15, 2009

Past presidential households have lavished taxpayers' money on luxurious carpets, expensive crockery,extensive renovations and self-serving recreational facilities. It is good to see the Obamas put our money to good use on producing honey, organic food and other such productive enterprises. To Charlie Brandts and the other White House staffers who contribute their time and effort, kudos and blessings!

Colin Littleton of MN 2:45AM July 14, 2009

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