It Was My Dad’s by mamabec

It Was My Dad’s

My dad was once a Volunteer Firefighter in Weirton, West Virginia. This is his old sterling silver badge. He spent his life as a locksmith - he actually taught me how to pick a lock. To this day I know how to re-key a lock so that old keys will not work in the door. I did that very thing when we moved into our current home.
What a cool story.
December 14th, 2025  
It’s soo beautiful, he shared an important skill.
December 14th, 2025  
@beverley365
He did teach my brother and I ways to do things. My great memory that I have carried on to our two sons is this: Teach them how to do something. Once they get it down, ask, “Show me two more ways you can get the same end result.”
THAT is a lifetime tool and teaches you how to think in different ways.
December 14th, 2025  
Lovely story and badge.
December 14th, 2025  
Hello Mamabec,
I’m sending you happy vibes & energy & all positive thoughts
for this wonderful new year! 🍀🤗🙏
January 2nd, 2026  
February 11th, 2026  
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