aqr81
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I echo what ez-duzit said...I would add also for me not to be intimidated or afraid to give it a try. He's been gone since 2000 and I do miss him some days.
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What your Dad taught you,
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I echo what ez-duzit said...I would add also for me not to be intimidated or afraid to give it a try. He's been gone since 2000 and I do miss him some days.
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ShaneMSnyder
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My dad taught me a valuable lesson: Fathers need to be there for their sons. Mine wasn't, good riddance. I'm here and will always be for my 2 year old son.
stingry
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Great thread, brought back a lot of good memories. Here's a few things I learned from my father:
Hard work has its rewards
Owning is better than borrowing, if you borrow, always return better than you received
Do it right the first time
Borrowing money is a necessity of doing business but do so responsibly
Pay your bills, even if you have to go without
Cheers
Steve
Hard work has its rewards
Owning is better than borrowing, if you borrow, always return better than you received
Do it right the first time
Borrowing money is a necessity of doing business but do so responsibly
Pay your bills, even if you have to go without
Cheers
Steve
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First of all, I never heard my dad "bad-mouth" anybody. He was a very kind, considerate, and honorable man.
He was also a mechanic for many years before he and my mom went into the motel business. He could fix just about anything, and if he didn't have a specialized tool for certain mechanical jobs, he would make one for the job. One of his favorite sayings was, "Anything worth doing is worth doing well." My dad and uncle also built Junior Johnson's first race car, and Junior won a good number of races with it on the dirt tracks.
My dad taught me how to do many a DIY job around the house. Many of the jobs I learned by watching, but I also leaned by working with him. You can't put a price on the many lessons I learned and skills I developed from my dad.
The great consolation is knowing that one day we will be reunited in heaven.
He was also a mechanic for many years before he and my mom went into the motel business. He could fix just about anything, and if he didn't have a specialized tool for certain mechanical jobs, he would make one for the job. One of his favorite sayings was, "Anything worth doing is worth doing well." My dad and uncle also built Junior Johnson's first race car, and Junior won a good number of races with it on the dirt tracks.
My dad taught me how to do many a DIY job around the house. Many of the jobs I learned by watching, but I also leaned by working with him. You can't put a price on the many lessons I learned and skills I developed from my dad.
The great consolation is knowing that one day we will be reunited in heaven.
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jeffmoss26
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My dad has taught me many things over the years:
-Always do your best
-A man's word is his honor
-If mama ain't happy, nobody's happy
-Never burn a bridge
My dad is not into tools nearly as much as I am, but he has always been handy around the house. My uncle was a plumber for 30 years, and I learned a lot from him and my grandfather too. We all love gadgets and tinkering.
-Always do your best
-A man's word is his honor
-If mama ain't happy, nobody's happy
-Never burn a bridge
My dad is not into tools nearly as much as I am, but he has always been handy around the house. My uncle was a plumber for 30 years, and I learned a lot from him and my grandfather too. We all love gadgets and tinkering.
mcdrsr
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GREAT GREAT POST.....
My dad was a doctor, but a fanatic about woodworking and building things. My Dad and brother and I built our summer home on an idyllic lake in Rhode Island. I learned electrical, framing, plumbing and so much more from that project. We built Heath Kit tube amps and were always building new speaker designs.
We lived in a small town and dad was "Doc" and everyone respected him because he was such a nice guy and incredibly generous. He taught me by example. I always wanted to make my dad proud of me. I still miss him.
He was active into his 80s, and took up computers at 70. He was always so curious about learning new things and was a true gadget guy.
I was lucky enough to spend lots of time with him in he last years even though we were on separate coasts.
He was truly my hero. He taught me so much.
My dad was a doctor, but a fanatic about woodworking and building things. My Dad and brother and I built our summer home on an idyllic lake in Rhode Island. I learned electrical, framing, plumbing and so much more from that project. We built Heath Kit tube amps and were always building new speaker designs.
We lived in a small town and dad was "Doc" and everyone respected him because he was such a nice guy and incredibly generous. He taught me by example. I always wanted to make my dad proud of me. I still miss him.
He was active into his 80s, and took up computers at 70. He was always so curious about learning new things and was a true gadget guy.
I was lucky enough to spend lots of time with him in he last years even though we were on separate coasts.
He was truly my hero. He taught me so much.
BigAl62
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My dad taught me a lot about life and such, but he also taught me about respect for tools by being a bad example. I still have mangled screwdrivers that taught me to lock my tool box at home as well as at work! He definitely was NOT a hands on guy! That's OK, I still love and respect him!!!
1/2 Cup
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One of the many my dad taught us as kids growing up on a dairy farm "you f#@%%d it, you fix it".
chris142
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My dad tought me how to cut the ground off electrical cords so I could plug new things into the old outlets in the house and garage.
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When I was 13 or 14 my dad was working for North American Van Lines.
During summer vacation I would go with him.
On my first time helping him, I walked out of the house we were moving with NOTHING
In my hands.Promting this exchange: Dad:"WTF are you doing ?"
Me:"Coming out here to tell you something"
Dad:"Every stick of furniture in that house needs to go on this truck ...TODAY, carry something out."
Set it on the grass or whatever but get it out here".
Now I have OCD about people who waste their movements when working.
During summer vacation I would go with him.
On my first time helping him, I walked out of the house we were moving with NOTHING
In my hands.Promting this exchange: Dad:"WTF are you doing ?"
Me:"Coming out here to tell you something"
Dad:"Every stick of furniture in that house needs to go on this truck ...TODAY, carry something out."
Set it on the grass or whatever but get it out here".
Now I have OCD about people who waste their movements when working.
JohnnyMI
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Funny, I'm 24 years old and am from Central MI area. With literally almost the exact same post in mind! This is my first post by the way. I also graduated and landed a job in my field, and bought a house shortly after graduation. I have one problem I inherited from my dad though; I have 2 trucks, a car, and a four wheeler! Hard to get rid of something you are attached to. I am not married, but have been in a happy 6 year relationship to a beautiful girl as well. I have learned everything from my dad and he teaches me something every time he comes over.
"Do it right the first time, you'll never have to do it again."
toomanytoyzz
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Here's a great story about my dad to sum up what kind of guy he was and still is. We moved in next to a family when I was a lark (3 years old). Through the years we grew close to our neighbors. There kids were older than my older brother and I and would babysit us while our parents would go out to dinner/movies etc. from time to time. Typical suburban neighborhood living.
Well, one night Billy, (neighbors oldest son, and a bit of a hellraiser) who just got his license, knocked up at our house and was extremely upset. Apparently, his parents went to the Poconos for a long weekend leaving him and his two sisters alone. Well, Billy in his infinite wisdome decided to take his dad's beloved '56 Chevy coupe out for a joyride with a couple of friends resulting in some decent front end damage. My dad knew that the father would mame or possibly murder his son for committing such an act. My father owned a bodyshop, Billy knew this and put his fate in my dad's hands.
Needless to say, my father spent the rest of the weekend and all day Monday down at the shop whipping it back into shape before they arrived home Monday night. Well, dear old Billy's dad is still alive (and living in the Poconos...lol), but has never known about his son's mishap causing damage to the chevy. Cool thing is my old man never told me that story. My mom told me while we out for his birthday some years back. My dad isn't one to toot his own horn.
Billy was always a "misunderstood" kid constantly in and out of trouble, but he always respected the hell out of us especially my father. He even got to repay the favor years later. My brother's bike went "missing" one day while at the local pizza shop. My dad asked Billy if he knew anyone who might have it. The next morning it was standing proud on our front porch. Billy apparently told my dad later that afternoon that "the person must have felt bad about taking it." with a **** eating grin on his face
Well, one night Billy, (neighbors oldest son, and a bit of a hellraiser) who just got his license, knocked up at our house and was extremely upset. Apparently, his parents went to the Poconos for a long weekend leaving him and his two sisters alone. Well, Billy in his infinite wisdome decided to take his dad's beloved '56 Chevy coupe out for a joyride with a couple of friends resulting in some decent front end damage. My dad knew that the father would mame or possibly murder his son for committing such an act. My father owned a bodyshop, Billy knew this and put his fate in my dad's hands.
Needless to say, my father spent the rest of the weekend and all day Monday down at the shop whipping it back into shape before they arrived home Monday night. Well, dear old Billy's dad is still alive (and living in the Poconos...lol), but has never known about his son's mishap causing damage to the chevy. Cool thing is my old man never told me that story. My mom told me while we out for his birthday some years back. My dad isn't one to toot his own horn.
Billy was always a "misunderstood" kid constantly in and out of trouble, but he always respected the hell out of us especially my father. He even got to repay the favor years later. My brother's bike went "missing" one day while at the local pizza shop. My dad asked Billy if he knew anyone who might have it. The next morning it was standing proud on our front porch. Billy apparently told my dad later that afternoon that "the person must have felt bad about taking it." with a **** eating grin on his face
PugetDude
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A few things my dad taught me...
1. Your word is a contract.
2. Half of life is showing up, the other half is showing up prepared-success is when preparation meets opportunity.
3. Anything worth having is worth working for. Nothing is "free"
4. Set realistic goals; when you meet them, re-set and keep working.
4. Don't lie, you are not smart enough.
5. And sadly, don't wait too long. He retired in Jan 00 at 64 and died in May 00 His "retirement" only lasted 5 months.
Unfortunately, nothing about tools or how to use them. He taught me the important stuff, but really wasn't much of a tinkerer, mechanic, woodworker, or DIY guy... those skills I learned elsewhere.
1. Your word is a contract.
2. Half of life is showing up, the other half is showing up prepared-success is when preparation meets opportunity.
3. Anything worth having is worth working for. Nothing is "free"
4. Set realistic goals; when you meet them, re-set and keep working.
4. Don't lie, you are not smart enough.
5. And sadly, don't wait too long. He retired in Jan 00 at 64 and died in May 00 His "retirement" only lasted 5 months.
Unfortunately, nothing about tools or how to use them. He taught me the important stuff, but really wasn't much of a tinkerer, mechanic, woodworker, or DIY guy... those skills I learned elsewhere.
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ladderwell
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My "Father" who I frequently refer to as (sperm donor) taught me that cheating on your wife will end in divorce, and that you will become that far off relative that nobody ever sees. (Thankfully)
My DAD taught me:
-If it's got tires or ****, it'll cause you problems! (Still married to Mom after 25+ years)
-How to fish
-How to hunt, and take care of the land.
-Many times silence is the loudest thing you can say.
-Don't be in a hurry, wherever it is you're headed, it'll still be there when you arrive. 2.5 Million miles in a UPS truck without a scratch taught him that.
-Don't worry about things you can't control, things have a way of working out.
-You can love you wife, and not have to be with her every second of every day.
-Learning never stops, no matter your age and experience.
-When things are at their worst, keep a level head and work it through. This has been especially valuable as a Paramedic, sometimes you have to have ice water in your veins.
Even my Father-in-Law has taught me a few things:
-My favorite: cut to size, kick to fit.
-The Andy Griffith Show, has many of the answers to life's questions.
My DAD taught me:
-If it's got tires or ****, it'll cause you problems! (Still married to Mom after 25+ years)
-How to fish
-How to hunt, and take care of the land.
-Many times silence is the loudest thing you can say.
-Don't be in a hurry, wherever it is you're headed, it'll still be there when you arrive. 2.5 Million miles in a UPS truck without a scratch taught him that.
-Don't worry about things you can't control, things have a way of working out.
-You can love you wife, and not have to be with her every second of every day.
-Learning never stops, no matter your age and experience.
-When things are at their worst, keep a level head and work it through. This has been especially valuable as a Paramedic, sometimes you have to have ice water in your veins.
Even my Father-in-Law has taught me a few things:
-My favorite: cut to size, kick to fit.
-The Andy Griffith Show, has many of the answers to life's questions.
little d
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The greatest lesson my Dad taught me was, no one is perfect, "hell, the last man to walk on water...they hung him on a cross" but, if you do the best ya can do everyday, you can look yourself in the eyes every morning with out having to look away and no one can take that away from ya.
My little brother said it best, "I'd give every second left in my life for a chance to sit down to the dinner table, over a cup of coffee with Dad".
My little brother said it best, "I'd give every second left in my life for a chance to sit down to the dinner table, over a cup of coffee with Dad".
bad_idea
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Take pride in a hard days work and stay till the job is done.
57JoeFoMoPar
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Dad has taught me a lot of lessons, even if by setting an example of what not to do in life. Dad is around and a good guy, and thanks to my mother I still have a good relationship with him, but he's set a good example of what not to do. Thanks to my Mom, I've become a person I can be proud of.
OctoMan
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Can't list it all. I suppose a few quotes are in order:
"Never throw anything away",
"There's nothing so small or insignificant that it can't be turned into a major project.",
"When you're up to your *** in alligators, it's difficult to remind yourself that your main objective was to drain the swamp!",
"Never throw anything away",
"There's nothing so small or insignificant that it can't be turned into a major project.",
"When you're up to your *** in alligators, it's difficult to remind yourself that your main objective was to drain the swamp!",
Capt Chrysler
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Learn your job fast and well. Then walk with your head up and chest out. (Dad was WWII Navy. Also never discus religion or political issues at work. When I got a little older he add "Never -+-+ (action involving a member of the opposite ***) at work. Seems he was right on all of them.
Miss ya Pops!
Capt. Chrysler
Miss ya Pops!
Capt. Chrysler
schor
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I'm in the camp of dad did nothing for me as far as teaching me anything other than indirectly.
Don't hit your kids, I know cause it hurt when I was a kid.
Praise your kids when they do almost anything. Unlike me never getting praise only being called stupid.
Teach your kids everything they want to learn. Unlike being told theres no time for that now.
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I'm glad lots of people here have good things to say about their dads.
I'm trying my best to be one, but I even find myself falling into his ways sometimes.
Don't hit your kids, I know cause it hurt when I was a kid.
Praise your kids when they do almost anything. Unlike me never getting praise only being called stupid.
Teach your kids everything they want to learn. Unlike being told theres no time for that now.
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I'm glad lots of people here have good things to say about their dads.
I'm trying my best to be one, but I even find myself falling into his ways sometimes.
theoldwizard1
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The best thing my Dad taught me was to get a good education, work hard and save my money.
My son only learned #2 !
My son only learned #2 !
MN4x4
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Many of the same things mentioned here, but also one I didn't see:
"Always leave a tip."
"Always leave a tip."
bww_mnm
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an important one my dad tought me:
- there's not such thing as a 15 minute job.
one other one from my college days:
- call your mom.
- there's not such thing as a 15 minute job.
one other one from my college days:
- call your mom.
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mpraddict
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Humility
Never to take advantage of anyone
Know when to be silent
Always take care of your tools
I could go on, but those few really stand out at the moment.
Never to take advantage of anyone
Know when to be silent
Always take care of your tools
I could go on, but those few really stand out at the moment.
Paco Pena
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Never go duck hunting with **** Cheney or be protected by George Hickey.
Paco
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Wamerjamer
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My dad preached the same thing .Forgot about it until you posted.
If you practice this don't be surprised if the tippee remembers next time you come around.
Taildragger
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His words were beaten into us kids heads.
"Clean it up, and put it back"
Ashamed to say I am still not very good about that.
"Clean it up, and put it back"
Ashamed to say I am still not very good about that.
more than i remember.... a few things stuck. "leave the shop the same way you found it"...."don't marry a woman just because she's good in bed"..that one took a long time to fully understand. "Pay your debts promptly"...."never sell a house"...
Midnight_America
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My feelings exactly.
twistedpiston
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My old man taught me most of the same things mentioned here. He was a hard-*** and rode me a lot, but he was fair.
Every time I sit down to work on something, I hear his voice in my head "You can't get anything done sitting on your ***"
Here's a couple pics of him, one when he was young and the other the hard-*** I remember. ...I miss him nearly everyday.
Every time I sit down to work on something, I hear his voice in my head "You can't get anything done sitting on your ***"
Here's a couple pics of him, one when he was young and the other the hard-*** I remember. ...I miss him nearly everyday.
schor
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Zeke
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My father taught me too. He made me very firm about my ability to do things, when he said, "You cant do that." I have spent my life proving him wrong
Both of my parents served as an example of how not to raise your kids. They never told me they loved me and they didnt act like it either. I enjoyed raising my kids, they were a joy to be with and I told them often that I loved them and there is no doubt that I showed them my love.
Both of my parents served as an example of how not to raise your kids. They never told me they loved me and they didnt act like it either. I enjoyed raising my kids, they were a joy to be with and I told them often that I loved them and there is no doubt that I showed them my love.
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Stokes_
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Too many to mention really. But some stick out more than others:
"Stay away from 12 point"
"Take care of your ****"
"Never open up your garage to anyone"
"Stay away from 12 point"
"Take care of your ****"
"Never open up your garage to anyone"
Growing up my pops was a body man at a local Pontiac dealer. I spent a lot of my youth looking at pin ups in the break room. But what my dad taught me growing was as follows
"Don't touch that, you'll f... It up"
Don't place a grinder disk side down
And if you call a stuck nut/bolt/part "turkey" enough times it will complie
growing up working on cars with my dad I thought 90% of car parts were called turkey's
"Don't touch that, you'll f... It up"
Don't place a grinder disk side down
And if you call a stuck nut/bolt/part "turkey" enough times it will complie
growing up working on cars with my dad I thought 90% of car parts were called turkey's
sammon287
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If you borrow a tool (or anything), return it in the same or better condition than how you received it. Give a firm handshake and look the other person in the eyes when you do it. I think of that one when I get a limp fish handshake from a man.
The one lesson he didn't mean to teach was this: enjoy life while you are young instead of being too frugal and only planning for old age. He had an unexpected illness in 94. After recovering, he went and bought a pickup with style (F-150 flareside) and options that he wanted, but didn't need.
I have far surpassed my father's garage skills, but will never be as professionally or financially successful as he has been. He has a stronger work ethic than I do, so I hope my sons catch it from him. I have a decent career, but don't give it more than 60% effort.
The one lesson he didn't mean to teach was this: enjoy life while you are young instead of being too frugal and only planning for old age. He had an unexpected illness in 94. After recovering, he went and bought a pickup with style (F-150 flareside) and options that he wanted, but didn't need.
I have far surpassed my father's garage skills, but will never be as professionally or financially successful as he has been. He has a stronger work ethic than I do, so I hope my sons catch it from him. I have a decent career, but don't give it more than 60% effort.
AZ Pete
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Amen Mike, I would add a love for the outdoors, hunting, fishing and bird dogs. I am in the process of passing some of that to my grandchildren. These are good seeds to plant in young minds.
Vernmotor
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If you don't have time to do it right the first time/How you going to have time to do it again ?
If you got nothing good to say/don't say anything.
If you got nothing good to say/don't say anything.
