We are so used to Royal (& pseudo-royal) drama here lately, that a peaceful, calm & "right" Royal event seems preternaturally quiet. Abnormally normal LOL. But i know the Royal garden parties are absolutely lovely events where everyone enjoys the balmy weather, the company enoyable & enjoying, charities, public service workers & community achievers being recognized for their amazing work & the delightful lil finger foods are a huge hit. I've read before how much guests enjoy the petite cucumber, smoked salmon & roast beef sammies & the scones with clotted cream & jam. It's so nice, that it's positively strange & we love it. Very nice write-up DC. 👌✔
Once upon a time, the sovereign's garden party was looked upon as a quaint relic, certainly by Americans but I suspect also by many British. Today, by contrast, we are reminded that events like these, by being traditional, convey a deeper meaning, and we are assured by it happening.
As to the piteous Archie Sussex, if he does exist, I wonder if he will rebel against his parents' resentments and forge his own way and bonds, even if he is removed from the LOS and a title. Equally likely that he will be troubled...a second generation of festering resentments. What a way to raise a child! Both H$M were born under a bad sign, like the old blues tune, indeed.
A beautiful and quiet respite that is proof that, in royal affairs, silence can occasionally be found in the joys of a garden party and a dog named Vegas.
I am happy that the PoW is feeling comfortable in going abroad advocating and supporting serious work that will not include an AI affiliate link.
KCIII, QC, PA and DoE, back together and finding their cadence, gates opened, tea poured, selfies taken, hands shaken and people celebrated for their achievements.
And yes, there is a certain sadness at the very edges. Archie’s birthday, the distance, the choice’s made by his parents and the support and life that might have been.
I am going to enjoy the silence, albeit for the moment.
We are so used to Royal (& pseudo-royal) drama here lately, that a peaceful, calm & "right" Royal event seems preternaturally quiet. Abnormally normal LOL. But i know the Royal garden parties are absolutely lovely events where everyone enjoys the balmy weather, the company enoyable & enjoying, charities, public service workers & community achievers being recognized for their amazing work & the delightful lil finger foods are a huge hit. I've read before how much guests enjoy the petite cucumber, smoked salmon & roast beef sammies & the scones with clotted cream & jam. It's so nice, that it's positively strange & we love it. Very nice write-up DC. 👌✔
Once upon a time, the sovereign's garden party was looked upon as a quaint relic, certainly by Americans but I suspect also by many British. Today, by contrast, we are reminded that events like these, by being traditional, convey a deeper meaning, and we are assured by it happening.
As to the piteous Archie Sussex, if he does exist, I wonder if he will rebel against his parents' resentments and forge his own way and bonds, even if he is removed from the LOS and a title. Equally likely that he will be troubled...a second generation of festering resentments. What a way to raise a child! Both H$M were born under a bad sign, like the old blues tune, indeed.
It sounds so lovely. You can have no idea how jealous we are over here of quiet weeks.
Doesn't it sound lovely, i've always thought i'd like to attend one especially in these turbulent, chaotic times we have here now.
A beautiful and quiet respite that is proof that, in royal affairs, silence can occasionally be found in the joys of a garden party and a dog named Vegas.
I am happy that the PoW is feeling comfortable in going abroad advocating and supporting serious work that will not include an AI affiliate link.
KCIII, QC, PA and DoE, back together and finding their cadence, gates opened, tea poured, selfies taken, hands shaken and people celebrated for their achievements.
And yes, there is a certain sadness at the very edges. Archie’s birthday, the distance, the choice’s made by his parents and the support and life that might have been.
I am going to enjoy the silence, albeit for the moment.