The
compassionate individual dubbed as the "flight angel," who was seated
beside the 96-year-old grandmother, offered support upon learning about her
apprehension towards flying.
Megan
Ashley, a passenger seated across the aisle, witnessed the event and shared a
video on Facebook. While on a Southwest flight from San Diego (SAN) to
Nashville (BNA), she observed a 96-year-old woman who hadn't flown in 15 years.
As
the plane encountered turbulence, the elderly woman requested to hold her
seatmate's hand until takeoff and embraced him tightly. Throughout the flight
and beyond, the gentleman, whose name remains unknown, displayed kindness and
generosity. Ashley elaborated on his behavior:
To
be more precise, this gentleman willingly held her hand, allowed her to cling
onto him, engaged in conversation to calm her nerves by explaining the situation,
all the while being a compassionate stranger. Throughout the entire flight, he
exhibited remarkable assistance. He attentively observed as she made her way
down the aisle, assisting her in rising to use the restroom. His comforting
presence made me smile throughout the journey. He continued to aid her as they
disembarked, carrying her suitcase, helping her into a wheelchair, and staying
by her side until she reunited with her daughter, who had been separated from
her. She expressed her gratitude by calling her sister. What a beautiful
gesture. Someday, I aspire to offer assistance in a similar manner.
To
demonstrate that not all news is negative, I've begun the day with two
uplifting stories. Amidst the occasional tales of intoxicated flight attendants
or unruly passengers, there are numerous instances of kindness and compassion
exhibited by both flight attendants and passengers alike. These heartwarming
narratives contribute to the improvement of my day, and hopefully, to yours as
well!
If
this touching story resonated with you, please share it with others, and let's
collectively strive to spread a little more kindness.
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