Not a Royalist but I have empathy as the Queen was loved by millions & a great comfort to many in the many fractious uncertain times of her reign.
To command a place of affection and respect in the hearts of the British people she obviously will be missed by many and certainly gave her all to country and family.
RIP
R.I.P.
To those who are not royalists, id say, take a look at France......
Has always been there, others have much too learn. King Charles 111 just doesnt sound right.
As a Yank I can't fully understand the royalty. However, I do know class and selflessness and she represented that. I know some say how lucky she was to be born into royalty but I wouldn't want that job for all the money or jewels in the world. You represent an entire nation and you do it for all of your life. Your every move is watched and reported on. A good chunk of the UK is counting on the stability and composure that she brought.
If only some of that class rubbed on on the corrupt clowns that rule us in the US.
Maybe they can read some of obama's poems from his book that he "gifted" the Queen with during his visit. Truly a priceless moment watching the Queen's face when he presented his gift from the US during his visit. She earned her pay that day. Did not even flinch although she probably dropped it in the nearest rubbish can on her way back to the palace.
Did you guys have a holiday on her birthday? We did here so what happens does it convert to the Charles now?
As for the none Royalists like me, it's because very few countries have them or disbanded them in the modern era so we are less aware of what they offer and what they are for. We appreciate the countries that have like the UK but we are none the wiser about the procedures.
As for Elizabeth she always presented well and the definition of a Lady is described in her life.
Nope Oz not on her birthday but we got two days off for the jubilee this year.
Not sure what will happen in Aus about that.
Hope you are bearing up as well as can be.
In a time where everyone in any position of power seems to be such a detestable prick, she was a genuinely positive ray. She will be sorely missed. I'm not a massive monarchy fan nor do I really care for the royal family but she made a difference, clearly did her best for the people she represented and grafted until the very end
Seen a lot of internet tossers using this as a platform to peddle their racism agenda, notably Trevor Sinclair and they can bugger right off.
Sad news, if not totally unexpected.
Let’s see if Charles III fares better than the first two.
RIP Queen Elizabeth. Long she ruled over us with dignity and grace.