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Originally Posted by Dennis
Hi Adrian
 Yes, we astronomers do attract strange looks some times, although a few people have shown a real interest and fascination when I explain what I am trying to do when looking for DIY bits and pieces!
I also find that various stores have different stock items and when there is a rush on e.g. water tank fittings during the water tank rebate period in SE Qld, the shelves can empty quite quickly of certain items.
Good luck with the TAFE course. 
Cheers
Dennis |
Oh good, I'm not alone
. I've had those funny looks too when searching through the pvc pipe fittings for "something that will do the job"
"Can I help you, what are you looking for". "Dunno, but I'll know it when I see it "
Bill