I am back from a short sojourn overseas and am rearing to go. Eden Men's Shed had a fruitful day at our Eden Cruise Ship stall in Imlay Street, Eden yesterday (Friday). Met quite a few Shedders from all over the place, Geelong (Vic), Cessnock, Liverpool, Rouse Hill, Camden, Albion Park and other I can't remember there were that many of them. All had interesting tales to tell about their various Sheds and what they do or don't do. It is interesting to hear about the other Shed. Two ladies even chatted to us and said that it is great to have Men's Sheds because women have their own spaces, like the Country Women's Association and VIEW and men need a space for themselves without having women around. NOT MY VIEW came from 2 lovely ladies - so don't start anything hear about equality. Anyway - we did manage to sell quite a lot, and we are really pleased with the results. We may have even picked up a new member - and talked a few into joining a Men's Shed in their local area. Oh - and may have even added a few new things to others Shed's as people were asking if Men's Sheds accept donations of tool and materials. There you go guys, and no thanks necessary. Catch ya next time folks. Lou

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