Ignittion key Broke off 528e

Well what a way to start the day! My daughter turned the key on our 528e and the key broke off in the ignition. I found a simple fix and would like to share it.
I took a small set of needle nose pliers, ground them down to a fine point for about 2 inches. I inserted them into the ignition and was able to grab the broken off portion and remove it. Sometimes the sun shines on each of us.
Bob