COVID Senior Lockdown, Day 16

Today’s treat: COVID survival tools from the attic.

My late father’s welding mask. During 44 years in the hot mills at Bethlehem Steel in Baltimore, he needed a lot of protection. For today’s uses, this particular model is not so good at keeping germs out, but excellent for keeping yours in. And scar…

My late father’s welding mask. During 44 years in the hot mills at Bethlehem Steel in Baltimore, he needed a lot of protection. For today’s uses, this particular model is not so good at keeping germs out, but excellent for keeping yours in. And scary enough to keep other folks at the supermarket at least six feet away.

My father’s retirement gear, handmade for him by his brother, another steelworker and fisherman, ca. 1985. When repurposed for today’s lockdowns and Stay Home orders, this is essential equipment while maintaining your home and yard. Or doing the Net…

My father’s retirement gear, handmade for him by his brother, another steelworker and fisherman, ca. 1985. When repurposed for today’s lockdowns and Stay Home orders, this is essential equipment while maintaining your home and yard. Or doing the Netflix thing. Note the vintage beer cans, original equipment.

Thanks, Dad, for the assist.