The Ripe Bunch

By Jean Adamson

The Shed had a visit from this aptly named group

They all marched in – quite a troop!

A simple lunch of soup, cakes and scones

And it seemed they were there and then they were gone!

But the visit – I hope – was not a waste of time

For this group of mature ladies, all in their prime

Creative Regeneration took the lead

And they quickly moved to Gourock gardens with speed

The herb and walled gardens both played a part

In supplying the food that we all take to heart

Growing your own helps keep us all healthy

And it helps with the cost, so not just for the wealthy

Our Shed volunteers chatted with ‘The Girls’ while there

We complied with our motto of Meet Make Grow Share

And then Bruce delivered an interesting speech

All about the Shed and how far we have reached

Then time to move on ‘Up the Port’ to Muirshiel

And as I write this, I wonder how you all feel?

Has your day been worthwhile? Did you learn from your visit?

Did you build on your knowledge? If we missed something, what is it?

The Shed is a place where friendships are made

Where we hope you will feel like you wish you could have stayed!

But you’re welcome back here with your interest and smiles

And you don’t need to travel for too many miles.