Blue Skies to a dear lady

[nursey]

You might wonder why I wrote Blue Skies about the loss of someone I helped look after. My lady Maggie was a real diamond girl - really smart, beautiful and liked the good things in life.

She always used to smile when I used to tell her I was off to Duxford or an airshow - then I found out why - she adored Spitfires, she helped make them during the war. She used to fly various planes, delivering them to where they needed to go to.

Last night I was doing a night shift, I spent most of it with Maggie. I had to make a phone call no one likes to make - thankfully her family were with her for a couple of hours before she passed away at 5am this morning.

So Maggie, Blue Skies - you are already missed by those of us who loved looking after you at work, and when I next see a Spitfire I will think of you.

[Grim Reaper]

My thoughts go to her friends and family.

Blue skies

[Leviathan]

A very sad post indeed! I have to say though, it was done with a great deal if feeling and compassion and I am sure Maggie greatly valued your friendship - well done nursey!


Leviathan

[nursey]

Thanks for the replies - Maggie was a special lady. I'm lucky where I work as several of the ladies have a war-time history of serving in the WAAF's, Land Army etc. Its all living history and you can learn so much from them, just by giving them a little of your time.

It was a privildge to look after Maggie for the last 8 months, and in her final hours - she might be gone, but the things she taught me won't be forgotten - never go to bed on an arguement, dont be afraid to say 'I'm Sorry', and a smile can say a thousand words and make your day that much brighter.

I guess I'm just saying cherish our older folk - when they are gone they are gone.

[Red 2]

A truly heartfelt post that I'm sure struck a chord with everyone who has lost elderly loved ones and particularly so at this time of year when the world seems to be rejoicing. My own mum was also very dependant on nursing care and you cannot overestimate what that means to those whose contact with the world has been forcibly restricted by illness.

Nursey, people like you bring so much joy and a meaning to life for those in the winter of their lives. Try not to be down hearted as your special lady passed on knowing how much she was cared for.

Blue skies to all those who have been loved but are in a better place now.

[von hitchofen]

She always used to smile when I used to tell her I was off to Duxford or an airshow - then I found out why - she adored Spitfires, she helped make them during the war. She used to fly various planes, delivering them to where they needed to go to.



its alway nice to remember those "behind the scenes" people, who manufactured, tested, repaired and delivered the aeroplanes we love, and helped made such famous acts of heroism possible

my own late, lamented Granma worked at Radlett at the Handley-Page factory...

Blues Skies Maggie

and thank you

[Dutchie]

Blue skies lady Maggie

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[Craig]

I'm sad to hear your news Nursey, but I'm sure Maggie was delighted that someone enjoyed her stories and took an interest in her life. Too many older folks these days die alone and uncared for. Credit to you that you can ensure some of these fantastic characters see out their days in a manner befitting of some of the amazing lives they've led. -smile

[buzzard]

Sympahies nursey.

Very unusual post - shed a tear for sure, knowing none of you.

Happy Xmess nonetheless
Buzzard

[Agent X20]

sad .. no.. ...I bet she would'nt want you to feel sad.... ........tis the start of a new journey now... Blueskies...

[Eagle1]

A very moving and touching post....

E1

[nursey]

Agent you hit it right on the head - its a new journey, one we will all have to make one day.

I try my best for all the people under my care - my parents raised me with the motto - treat others how you yourself would like to be treated. Death is scary for a lot of people, but the family said in their letter that it was a lovely peaceful passing - which has given them comfort. I'm just glad I did the best I could for them.

Thanks for your replies, means a lot.