Shedder - Michael
Quick Info
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
Age |
88 |
Work Status |
Retired |
Shedder Since |
2022 |
Work History |
Toolmaker / Manager |
Preferred Shed Activity |
Outdoor projects, planters, log stores, trellis |
Shed Roles |
Member |
Woodwork Experience |
Hobby Woodworker and DIY |
Other Interests |
Motorbikes, Walking, Gardening, Football (previously playing and referreing) |
Favourite Biscuit |
Dark Chocolate Digestive |
My Shed Journey
I have always been an active person. I try to go walking everyday come rain or shine, When my wife became ill I became her full time carer, which I don't mind for a second, but it does mean that I spend more time indoors. My son saw some information about the Men's Shed online and suggested that it may be a good thing for me to try. So I gave it a go whilst my grown up children took care of my wife. I soon found that I really enjoyed coming to the shed.
I usually work in the outdoor workspace at the shed with a regular group who all enjoy working outside. We call ourselves the A Team because it winds some other Shedder up, but it is only a bit of fun. We work together to make outdoor items like planters, seating and trellis which are all sold to help fund the shed.
I was 85 when I started my shed journey. Now 88 I am the oldest member of the shed. If I can do it, you can too, don't let your age hold you back.
Keep moving,
Published February 2025