FAMILIESON ACEBOOK
The RAF FF runs aclosed Facebook group (RAF Families) and is aplace where the mums, dads and partners ask questions, support each other and share their own stories. It was whilst doing one of our many virtual visits to the group that we found this poem, written by one of our founder members who had written to reflect, in her own words, the purpose behind this amazing and growing group.
The parents of those serving in the RAF have pride Fortheir sons and daughters joining up and some travelling the world wide But while they’re off enjoying their alternative family life Those of us left behind can feel anxiety and strife We’re glad for them, but miss them and can often feel alone With that empty space that’s left behind despite all those at home
So this group we have created started off with only two has now become four hundred and we’re all in voting you to join us, feel supported, share acuppa of aword We understand each other,you can let your voice be heard. The RAF family and it’s net spread far and wide And that family border spreads beyond those serving, those inside That family includes those of us at home -that’s me and you We’re part of this strange culture, we’re the parents of the crew So if you need to talk abit, don’t sit and be alone Makecontact, get in touch, you’ll find it easy with your phone There’s text and email messages, there’s Facebook and much more Forsometimes you might hear afriendly knock at your front door From Scotland, Northern Ireland, in the UK everywhere Asupport network is waiting To share friendship, love and care From me to you lot
By Tracey McCabe
To join this group, simply search for ‘RAF Families’.
Additional Facebook groups: • RAF Dispersed Families
• RAF Reserve Personnel and members of their families
SPRING 2019
raf-ff.org.uk
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