Trapped???

If often thought it was a pity that the only work the Royals seem to be allowed to do, apart from "Royal duties" is military service. They might have benefitted from a spell in the civil service, or the NHS.

Years ago as part of my job I had to visit a hospital. We had a tour of some wards and spoke to patients. They were all pleased to have someone to talk to, I guess they were bored! It was an uplifting experience, I had a vague idea of what it might feel like doing this on a regular basis. It was a positive experience, nothing like the daily grind and real struggle that is the lot of most people dictated by their birth. Harry said that he didn't realize that he was trapped until he met Meghan. That's quite telling.

I don't sneer at anyone, but one would hardly class it as a difficult job.. I admire the charity workers. I have been one myself whilst doing full time work.

exactly MOnica, well said.

He met and talked to people, showed an interest in the work at the church. he has visited it before and remembered the previous visit in some detail.

The people there seemed really cheered that he was visiting and taking an interest in what was happening.

I expect you will sneer at this kind visiting, but I doubt you come from the same demographic, inner city and poor. For many people like that who so often feel overlooked and isregraded a visit like this is immensely important.They feel that they do account for more than nothing because they have had a royal visit.

But what did PC actually do there?

Welbeck- what a terrific organisation. Thanks for telling us about it. You see the RF opening things or visiting places but don't find out much beyond that.

Thanks Ro60. Will look up.?

Ro60 it did prompt me to do a quick search and they’ve started to film a third series in late i2020. I’ll look up those others apart from The Bridge, already seen that and loved it.

Blossoming: me too. Also enjoyed The Bridge, Valhalla Mysteries, Sondamn Murders & Rebecka Martinsson (all Scandinavian & beautiful scenery)

I loved this Icelandic TV serial, hoped this thread would tell me they’re making another season but no such luck!

They're not trapped. It's their choice. If it's so bad, why are they not fleeing from it?
Yes some did a stint in the forces and that was good. However they don't slog eight hours a day like most people as well as looking after the children, doing the housework, gardening, decorating etc etc. And I don't think you really need me to explain what their "work" entails. But you are entitled to your opinion as am I.

katie59 absolutely so, all these women posting here, is that how their husbands behave? Do they really think his behaviour is acceptable? And let's remember his paedophile brother hiding from the US courts at the moment.

In what way is 2000 or so engagements per year 'not real work' or William's stint as a helicopter pilot or Harry's role as a soldier, which he apparently loved until it was wrecked by tabloid disclosure.
They're not free to go and work in Asda or whatever it is that you think is 'real work' and that's an example of why they are trapped in their roles.
Here is an article setting out just how much they all do every year.
writeroyalty.com/2019-by-the-numbers-royal-work-round-up-part-1/
Goodness, I'm no royalist but they have a miserable life doing what they're told.

geekesse

Any family where all members have to bow or curtsey to Granny is unhealthy. Queen she may be, but at home, among family, she is just as human as everyone else, and insisting on this outdated, feudal custom is ridiculous.

Agree.

GagaJo

Problem is, Prin was the first to take to the camera to have his say. BEFORE Diana. Now, there is a precedent set by the heir to the throne.

You’re right Gagajo! God help Harry if William decides to do the same.

Prince Charles funded Harry and Meghan in a big way. Their lives were cushioned by his generosity. He was very supportive of Meghan and her mother at the wedding and I read he funded her wardrobe afterwards. Yet Harry lets drop he is “estranged” from him. He didn’t need to do that. No matter what has gone on you don’t behave like that to your father.

Iam64

One thing we can surely all agree on, is the RF have all learned from childhood that you smile, never show genuine feelings. Diana failed to succeed in this key part of her role. I suspect that’s one of the reasons so many people empathised with her.

It’s hard to smile when you know that your husband is screwing Camilla.

Bird in a guided cage

welbeck

i think Prince Charles did v well to carry on carrying on today.
he went to Jesus House, a predominantly black church near Brent Cross. basically it's in an industrial estate at the side of the North Circular Road, where it's 10 lanes across.
they are very good people there. i have nothing to do with them, but they came and literally helped me and mine in our hour of need, spent 2-3 days, giving free labour, lots of people, some with expertise, and equipment.
i offered them a donation and at the end of the day, the group leader said she had a favour to ask me. she gave me back the banknotes i had given her, and said she wanted me to take it to spend on something for myself. she pushed it in my pocket.
anyway they organised a vaccination drive there, which is particularly valuable as so many black people have been wary of having the vaccine.
and the black people there don't think the RF is racist.
and if PC had to go somewhere the day after that interview, i'm glad it was there, to those genuinely good people.

Brought me to tears, Welbeck. Such a lovely post, they sound like a wonderful organization. Good on PC for carrying on as usual. That's what it means if you're in the RF.

Any family where all members have to bow or curtsey to Granny is unhealthy. Queen she may be, but at home, among family, she is just as human as everyone else, and insisting on this outdated, feudal custom is ridiculous.

One thing we can surely all agree on, is the RF have all learned from childhood that you smile, never show genuine feelings. Diana failed to succeed in this key part of her role. I suspect that’s one of the reasons so many people empathised with her.

I’m particularly critical of Charles because of the way he treated Diana. He is no different to any “professional” wether male or female, in public you give a measured response, you do not show your emotion or real feelings.

Anyone who has access to the Times, inThe Times 2 section there is a very good article on “trapped” By Caitlin Moran.

Problem is, Prin was the first to take to the camera to have his say. BEFORE Diana. Now, there is a precedent set by the heir to the throne.