In lieu of the Dark Days that have passed of late; Civil & Social upset in our country, the hideous actions of a madman Anders Behring Breivik in Norway & the tragic passing of the greatly talented Amy Winehouse
I thought it would be nice to lift the mood slightly…
There may be chaos in parts of our nation and our world as a whole but I believe that we have the power to pull together and rise like a phoenix from the ashes!
So all in the best possible taste are a list of reasons to keep your chin up tired Britain!
Reason No 1: Royal Brides
Ok, ok so the nuptials of Prince William to The New Duchess were 3 months ago, but who can get enough of The Former Miss Middleton. Her Megawatt smile and impeccable, flawless turn-out have made her a hit around the world. A valuable asset in these times!
Royal Wedding Day April 2011
The Duchess In America, Dazzling in McQueen
Holding her own in L.A, Wearing Jenny Packham
We were of course treated to a 2nd Royal wedding this year. Princess Anne, The Princess Royal's daughter & the Queen’s eldest grandchild married England rugby player Mike Tindall in a ceremony that was as far from that of William & Kate in miles as it was in Pomp & Protocol.
The small private affair at Canongate Kirk was as touching as the first wedding was grand but was very befitting of Zara, who is of the “New Generation” of Royals. Popular and in touch with people.
Both these royal brides and their husbands give us hope for the future of “Brand Britain”
Reason No 2: The Queens Diamond Jubilee
Her Majesty the Queen
Come on. Deny me that HRH Queen Elizabeth is an EXTRAORDINARY person. Few on this planet have lived with the duty, the state secrets, the scrutiny, the tragedy and the greatest period of social change this country has ever seen. All without as much as ruffling her hair.
The Diamond Jubilee will be the 2nd that the country, nay, the world has ever seen. Queen Victoria is the only other holder of the Medal that will be awarded to Her Majesty on the events dawning.
We proved for William & Kate that we still have a love for the Royal and in this age where reality is so harsh and grim and our politicians are proving s unjust and corrupt. Could the new era of royals provide us with a new symbol of hope?
Reason 3: The Olympics
Face it, it’s happening. Whatever the cost of Building (and RE-building what has been damaged). Whatever your thoughts, the Olympics are coming to our shores, in less than a year! Come on Team GB, let’s not Balls it up!
If the Olympics really aren’t your thing, then maybe glad news that “The 5 J’s”, Jennifer Saunders, Joanna Lumley, Julia Sawalha, Jane Horrocks & June Whitfield, have agreed 3 new “Ab Fab” specials. 1 to coincide with Christmas. 2 for the Olypmics.
Who could want more? A Smorgasbord of Mood Elevating National Events to lift even the darkest of hearts?
So screw the endless cuts & the harshness of reality. Let’s do what the Brit’s do best.
Stiff upper lip.
Heads high and March on…..
looking towards the royal family in a new reign of symbolism?
The one last glimmer of light in a rapidly dulling global torch
And at only 66p per year per person. The Royals are INFINITELY cheaper than our M.P’s & a much sounder investment. The currency of Kings & Queens never fluctuates despite the global market… and it’s the one thing WE STILL DO BEST!!
God Save The Queen
TheArtfulBlogger
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