WW2 Spitfire pilot Mary Ellis dies - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-44962253
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Oh, that's so tragic. She was on that Ewan McGregor show recently and, must admit, did look her age.
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It's not "tragic" to die at 101.Originally posted by vwdan View PostOh, that's so tragic. She was on that Ewan McGregor show recently and, must admit, did look her age.
Such an awesome life, though.Hard Brexit now!
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Oh good - Thank GOD you're back!Originally posted by sasguru View PostIt's not "tragic" to die at 101."Is someone you don't like allowed to say something you don't like? If that is the case then we have free speech."- Elon MuskComment
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Bore off you utter dullard.Originally posted by sasguru View PostIt's not "tragic" to die at 101.Comment
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Maybe wait until you're 100.9 and review your position.Originally posted by sasguru View PostIt's not "tragic" to die at 101."Don't part with your illusions; when they are gone you may still exist, but you have ceased to live" Mark TwainComment
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Merely pointing out it's a misuse of the word "tragic". No need to get yer knickers in a twist.Hard Brexit now!
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Yeah 101 is a good innings
but the more important question is Who was making the sandwiches while she was off flying? Were our boys getting hungry while she galavanted around?
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Ok don't get me wrong but am i right in saying she just delivered the planes? She was delivery girl, admittedly of planes.Comment
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