I was re-sighting two hives and got stung twice, on both middle fingers so I think they were trying to tell me something. I am not sure they managed to get any venom in as it only left a white mark that went away within 10 minutes. A few days later as I was leaving the apiary one got me ninjas style on the stomach through a thin t-shirt. This sting was good and proper going red, itchy and inflamed which lasted 2-3 days. I am hoping this is normal as I have not been stung since a child, so I am not sure what to expect.