192. Forging New Paths: A Welder’s Journey from Comfort to Courage

On this episode of With Her Two Hands, we are joined by a remarkable and inspiring woman who has been molding metal and shaping her destiny for over 25 years. Starting as a high school student in the welding shops, she's navigated the high demands of trade school, unions, and challenging work environments from pipe welding in shipyards to demanding restoration projects. Amidst personal challenges from an unsupportive partner to raising children as a single mother, then finding a supportive new partner who was in the military which had her relocating frequently and having to continuously prove her mettle in the male-dominated world of welding, she never let it stop her.

Now, in a bold move to reinvigorate her career, she's diving head first into the art of automotive restoration and coachbuilding, showing her children—and us all—the importance of chasing dreams and embracing change, no matter the stage in life. Join us for an inspiring episode as she shares her journey of overcoming, challenges and complacency, rekindling her passion, and taking risks that redefine her craft and life. Tune in to learn how one woman's resilience and ambition are forging a new future in metalwork.

 

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