A 101-year-old woman from Aberdeen, Frances Blair, has fulfilled a long-held dream after making a special trip to a Marks & Spencer store with the help of her care home. Frances, a devoted fan of the retailer, had been living at Tor-Na-Dee care home in Milltimber for four years and had expressed a strong desire to revisit the M&S store on St Nicholas Street, which she once frequented with her daughters and friends. However, that particular store had since closed, so staff at the care home arranged for her to visit the Union Square branch instead in August. The visit was a special occasion for Frances and her companions. She traveled with her daughter, Pat, and two fellow residents, Katherine Clark and May Bremner. Upon arrival, they were greeted with a red-carpet welcome, complete with flowers and alcohol-free sparkling drinks. They then enjoyed a pamper session in the beauty department, receiving hand massages and facials. The group spent the afternoon browsing the latest clothing and jewelry collections, enjoying the experience of being treated to a luxurious day out. Before leaving, the group was presented with goodie bags filled with treats like shortbread, sweets, and skincare products. Frances described the day as enjoyable, highlighting the cafe visit, the guided tour of the store, and the pampering session. She said it made her feel special and like a VIP. The trip was made possible through Care UK’s Wishing Tree initiative, which allows residents to suggest ideas for new experiences or activities they would like to try. Sue Jones-Wood, home manager at Tor-Na-Dee, expressed how delighted she was to help make Frances’ dream come true. She noted that the visit allowed Frances to reconnect with a place that held many cherished memories. The Wishing Tree initiative, she explained, gives residents the chance to share their dreams and passions, and it’s rewarding to help make those dreams a reality. For Frances, the day was a reminder of her long-standing love for Marks & Spencer, making her a true superfan of the brand.