Amen to that! Dang, another dig at the #Harkles. The Cambridge’s not only got seated front and center and way closer upfront compared to them (when they should be if not on the same row the row behind them) but Kate also got another loan. Yikes, sucks to be in the Sussex fandom today.
“She was very supportive. In fact, she took the time to make sure that I was happy and looked-after, for that particular occasion. Which, in probably everything that she is doing is a very small element, but it shows how caring she is really.”
The Duchess of Cambridge speaking on Queen Elizabeth II’s support in the ITV documentary “Our Queen at 90.”
Barack had always felt a special fondness for Queen Elizabeth, saying that she reminded him of his no-nonsense grandmother, Toot. I personally was awed by her efficiency, a skill clearly forged by necessity over a lifetime in the public eye. One day a few years earlier, Barack and I had stood, hosting a receiving line together with her and Prince Philip. I’d watched, bemused, as the Queen managed to whisk people speedily past with economic, friendly hellos that left no room for follow-up conversation, while Barack projected an amiable looseness, almost inviting chitchat and then ponderously answering people’s questions, thereby messing up the flow of the line. All these years after meeting the guy, I was still trying to get him to hurry up.
One afternoon in April 2016, the two of us took a helicopter from the American ambassador’s residence in London to Windsor Castle in the countryside west of the city. Our advance team instructed us that the Queen and Prince Philip were planning to meet us when we landed and then personally drive us back to the castle for lunch. As was always the case, we were briefed on the protocol ahead of time. We’d greet the royals formally before getting into their vehicle to make the short drive. I’d sit in the front next to ninety-four-year-old Prince Philip, who would drive, and Barack would sit next to the Queen in the backseat.
It would be the first time in more than eight years that the two of us had been driven by anyone other than a Secret Service agent, or ridden in a car together without agents. This seemed to matter to our security teams, the same way the protocol mattered to the advance teams, who fretted endlessly over our movements and interactions, making sure that every last little thing looked right and went smoothly.
After we’d touched down in a field on the palace grounds and said our hellos, however, the Queen abruptly threw a wrench into everything by gesturing for me to join her in the backseat of the Range Rover. I froze, trying to remember if anyone had prepped me for this scenario, whether it was more polite to go along with it or to insist that Barack take his proper seat by her side.
The Queen immediately picked up on my hesitation. And was having none of it.
“Did they give you some rule about this?” she said, dismissing all the fuss with a wave of her hand. “That’s rubbish. Sit wherever you want.”
I think what’s really ironic is how right the Queen was about Meghan not needing a veil for her second wedding. That huge mosquito-net veil did nothing for her bridal ensemble. She would have been better off with just the tiara on her head. Go figure.
I bet the reason for the announcement at the wedding and on the tour was their way of getting back at the queen once she realized the queen pretended to be dumb about the origin of the tiara she actually wanted. It must have burned seeing what you want walk down the aisle. I don’t about y’all but that’s clarification that the queen knows how to shade. Remember their name SexDumbKill. 🤭
So Meghan is rude with the Queen’s staff, the Queen had to have a chat with Harry about it. Why am I not surprised by this.
Also, Meghan wanted Eugenie’s tiara? And The Queen’s people said they couldn’t trace the history so she couldnt wear it, but then Eugienie wore it later? Interesting.
Not the Greville emerald tiara worn by Eugenie but sounds like an emerald tiara not seen before. But point remains about her behavior.
I’m going to wait and see if that actually happens. The schedule at Sandringham is quite rigid. I don’t see why anyone would want to go unless they had to.
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Starting this engine off with the British Royal Family, because we all love a good soap opera, and I’ve been tuning in just as things are getting interesting.
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What did Queen Elizabeth II think of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s tour?
I’d be a little on the heavy-footed side to catch that return flight home, because dear old Gran is not looking happy and trouble is brewing (The Empress Rx, The Lovers Rx).
She has been watching the past couple weeks unfold and feels there is a need to clean up after a mess (Five of Swords) that could negatively impact how her family is viewed, which she feels she needs to protect against (Seven of Wands).
This is largely due to Harry’s impulsive rush into projecting the image of ‘happily married family man’, when he is still need of growth and maturity as an individual (Knight of Swords Rx). What this came off as was a one-sided charity, or public honeymoon tour, where Harry could parade the flag of his newfound adulthood, rather than serve the diplomatic purpose (Six of Pentacles Rx, The Fool Rx).
While she does want to avoid conflict upon their return and stay focused on getting the family image back in good shape (Five of Wands Rx), it will be extremely difficult for her to avoid speaking sharply against them and the bad press she feels they have created (Page of Swords Rx, The Tower Rx).
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I’m wondering what other screw tightening is going to happen behind the scenes with these two.
I think the Queen has got to be exasperated with them both at this point. And she has to invite them to Christmas too, even though she may not want to at this point. The Christmas walk to church at Sandringham will be a must watch!
I forgot to add a that the ONLY substance that has managed to seep through the belly-cupping, hand-holding, and family drama have been (i) the grants and scholarships from the Queen’s patronages, (ii) the Queen’s relationship with Fiji and Tonga, and (iii) the Queen’s message to the royal family of Tonga. I think that is because of Samantha Cohen.
In the centre of the photograph is a pale blue and gold evening dress by Sir Norman Hartnell, which was worn by The Queen on a State Visit to The Netherlands in 1958.
So the traditional royal family order – the one worn by Camilla, Sophie, Diana – is made of ivory. William is an outspoken and active opponent of the illegal ivory trade, and has spent much of his royal life promoting conservation and combatting poachers, the illegal trade, that sort of thing. It was a theory that Catherine hadn’t yet gotten the order from HM because it’s made of ivory, and that would have been a slap in the face to William. Kate’s order is made of glass, which means HM consciously made a few decisions – first, to grant her granddaughter in law this very big honor, and second, to do it in a way that honors her grandson and eventual heir’s wishes. It’s a huge success for William and Catherine. Convincing HM to change anything isn’t easy, but at least one of them convinced HM to do this. It’s a really, really big deal.
Queen Elizabeth II receives Dutch King Willem-Alexander I and Queen Maxima at the ceremonial welcome at Horse Guards Parade, London. Oct. 23, 2018
I always forget that State Visits will bring Theresa May out of whatever cave she lives in when she’s not trying to convince the public she’s not a robot
Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall greet King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands at Buckingham Palace || October 23, 2018 in London, United Kingdom.
No one really knows the answer to that except those really close to The Queen such as Philip, Charles, Anne, etc.
But since Megs hasn’t been pictured next to The Queen since their engagement together months ago, I think it’s safe to guess probably not. There are no photos of Megs together with the Queen at Balmoral, unlike Kate.
I mean, what’s to like? Megs can’t do a tour properly, unlike Kate. So I would go with no, The Queen probably doesn’t like Megs very much.
Very likely. I think the Queen will probably say no. And Harry and Megs would have to visit the US when campaigning for the most contentious presidential election ever will be happening. Just not a good time for a royal visit with Trump as president.
I’m interested in this but also cynical and think more than likely they’ll have him be overly dramatic, exaggeratedly grumpy, and “whiny.” Because he’s everyone’s favorite royal punching bag.
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