Harry and Meghan ‘royal’ tour of Nigeria.

fancythat

I dont get the comparisons bit either.

Me neither, but if anyone wants to do the comparisons stuff, the empathy shown by King Charles today on his visit to a cancer treatment unit at UCHL said it all. An understanding holding of hands, a sharing of experiences, a smile - no need to be youthful or energetic, quite the opposite in fact - but what a heartfelt connection, and an uplifting experience for all.
Not forgetting Camilla listening quietly, no fuss, to the relatives of those having chemotherapy.

I read that she's not welcome at the Invictus games to the extent that many have not entered.

Mike Tindall has been appointed Patron of the Invictus Games,
there was anger last year because Megan led in a parade of
winners

Does 'she'refer to Meghan, or the Queen?

The visit(not a tour) to Nigeria is going to be reported widely; look how much interest this thread has generated, and I am as guilty as anyone. The Nigerian authorities will be anxious to get as much publicity for their country as possible, and M will wallow in it, finding her 'true self.'
Possibly.

An article from the Express, it’s probably close to the truth because Tindall is known to be not a fan of Harry, who would loose a lot of kudos if Invictus ditched him

“A royal expert has said that Invictus Games could decide to oust Prince Harry amid concerns that the sports event had become "too royal".

Invictus could also be lining up Mike Tindall, a former rugby union player, to take over from Harry in a shock move.

Royal biographer Angela Levin made the bombshell remarks during an interview with GB News.

She suggested that Mr Tindall, who is married to Zara Tindall, the niece of King Charles, had already been drafted in as an ambassador of the games”

merlotgran

^I doubt anyone would be brave enough to kidnap her.^

😂😂😂

Or foolhardy enough

And meanwhile the Duchess of Edinburgh quietly meets Ukraine’s First Lady without making it about her. Such a contrast.

GrannySomerset

And meanwhile the Duchess of Edinburgh quietly meets Ukraine’s First Lady without making it about her. Such a contrast.

In Ukraine. 🙂

And very little press coverage

It was always said that the late Queen was very fond of Sophie.
She is a real asset to the royal family especially now.

Katie59

Sparklefizz

They have to create some content for Netflix.

They are likely planning Meghan at home in Nigeria but I won’t be watching

Now, I am no fan of these two, but there seems to be an online assumption that they will film themselves constantly for broadcasting on Netflix. My understanding is that they have a ‘production company’ which will make various programmes for broadcasting. Seems the next ones are to be one about the world of polo and one looking at various world leaders, as well as cookery and ‘lifestyle’ content. I fear it may go the way of their Spotify podcast deal, which was cancelled because they didn’t meet production targets.

Callistemon21

GrannySomerset

And meanwhile the Duchess of Edinburgh quietly meets Ukraine’s First Lady without making it about her. Such a contrast.

In Ukraine. 🙂

Oh, the irony of London being deemed “unsafe “for Meghan and the children when seen in context with Sophie Edinburgh quietly visiting Ukraine without any fuss added to H &M planning to visit Nigeria.
You couldn’t make it up.

I doubt Mike Tindall will ever make it to the top of the Invictus Games. He may be well known for rugby and marrying royalty in the UK, but numerous countries will just go "Who?" when his name is mentioned. But Prince Harry and Meghan are internationally known.

I find all this "She should have known about her Nigerian heritage" quite amusing. Why? If she was, as some say, passing as "Caucasian" until recently (and let's face facts discrimination against black actresses was very common when she started out) why would she explore that side? As for the 47% , there is possibly some Nigerian heritage on the Markle side as well.

I hope the couple continue to support the Invictus games which is Harry's charity for his service colleagues (Has Mike Tindall ever served in the forces?) and have a lovely visit to Nigeria.
Just Googled it of course he hasn't.

RosiesMaw

Callistemon21

GrannySomerset

And meanwhile the Duchess of Edinburgh quietly meets Ukraine’s First Lady without making it about her. Such a contrast.

In Ukraine. 🙂

Oh, the irony of London being deemed “unsafe “for Meghan and the children when seen in context with Sophie Edinburgh quietly visiting Ukraine without any fuss added to H &M planning to visit Nigeria.
You couldn’t make it up.

Alternatively you could wonder why the FO was prepared to put her at risk whilst telling the rest of us not to go? Maybe they think she's expendable, or we spent a fortune on her protection?
www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/ukraine#:~:text=Warnings%20and%20insurance,-Still%20current%20at&text=Latest%20update%3A,'Regional%20risks'%20page).

I think protecting their children from the public eye is one of the best things about M&H.

Sophie, 59, the wife of King Charles' youngest brother Prince Edward, made the surprise visit on behalf of Britain's Foreign Office to show solidarity with those impacted by the war and as part of her work to champion survivors of conflict-related sexual violence, the palace said in a statement.

Alternatively you could wonder why the FO was prepared to put her at risk whilst telling the rest of us not to go
FGS you never miss a trick do you?
What about personal courage?
Our late Queen was not short on that so one wonders why her younger grandson is such a wuss. Or perhaps it’s not physical safety but the Boos and catcalls of the public expressing their opinion of the couple.

"Surprise" visit!!! Oh come on. It would have been planned with the best protection at a huge cost.
One visit to a country does nothing for those living in war zones. As for "conflict related sexual violence" A little support for an organisation like this www.globalsurvivorsfund.org/who-we-are/about-us/
would be better than a visit anywhere.

How do you know 'One visit to a country does nothing for those living in war zones' ?
How do you know what she saw, whom she spoke to, and more importantly, what organisations she will be in contact with when she returns?
One thing I do know, from working for an organisation she once visited, is that she will be well-briefed, will listen intently and will follow up concerns raised to the best of her ability.

What she won't do is use it to publicise money-making ventures for her own benefit.

Joseann

fancythat

I dont get the comparisons bit either.

Me neither, but if anyone wants to do the comparisons stuff, the empathy shown by King Charles today on his visit to a cancer treatment unit at UCHL said it all. An understanding holding of hands, a sharing of experiences, a smile - no need to be youthful or energetic, quite the opposite in fact - but what a heartfelt connection, and an uplifting experience for all.
Not forgetting Camilla listening quietly, no fuss, to the relatives of those having chemotherapy.

I was going to say the same.It was lovely to see him holding hands and smiling while engaging with cancer patients, and I can’t see the late Queen doing any of that, so well done to Charles.

Glorianny

I doubt Mike Tindall will ever make it to the top of the Invictus Games. He may be well known for rugby and marrying royalty in the UK, but numerous countries will just go "Who?" when his name is mentioned. But Prince Harry and Meghan are internationally known.

I find all this "She should have known about her Nigerian heritage" quite amusing. Why? If she was, as some say, passing as "Caucasian" until recently (and let's face facts discrimination against black actresses was very common when she started out) why would she explore that side? As for the 47% , there is possibly some Nigerian heritage on the Markle side as well.

I hope the couple continue to support the Invictus games which is Harry's charity for his service colleagues (Has Mike Tindall ever served in the forces?) and have a lovely visit to Nigeria.
Just Googled it of course he hasn't.

Mike Tindall, a man with integrity and sporting honour. Loved by our late Queen, not causing her any distress when she was seriously ill and dying. A much worthy recipient to take forward the Invictus Games,.
Integrity being the operative word.
Neither h or m have any.

Glorianny

"Surprise" visit!!! Oh come on. It would have been planned with the best protection at a huge cost.
One visit to a country does nothing for those living in war zones. As for "conflict related sexual violence" A little support for an organisation like this www.globalsurvivorsfund.org/who-we-are/about-us/
would be better than a visit anywhere.

I see you, Glorianny, and raise you: www.royal.uk/duchess-edinburgh - for information about her patronages.
I have long admired the Countess and her husband who have quietly got on with their lives together. I found her visit to Ukraine heartening not least for the smile on Mr Zelenskii's face. Even her lovely dress quietly and tastefully reflected acknowledgment of Ukranian National costume.

Mike Tindall - played rugby for England, married into the royal family, close relationship with the members of the royal family.

Megan Markle- a tv actress in a Canadian tv drama, married
into the royal family , no connection with the royal family.

William and Kate very protective of their children, only seen
at family celebrations , once on uTube asking 3 questions of
David Attenborough, 2nd question‘I like spiders, do you like spiders?

Harry and Megan their children can be seen on uTube and
Tik Tok , on the beach,in the garden, enjoying a birthday cake,
even being held up to wall to stroke a photograph of their dead grandmother

Anniebach

Mike Tindall - played rugby for England, married into the royal family, close relationship with the members of the royal family.

Megan Markle- a tv actress in a Canadian tv drama, married
into the royal family , no connection with the royal family.

William and Kate very protective of their children, only seen
at family celebrations , once on uTube asking 3 questions of
David Attenborough, 2nd question‘I like spiders, do you like spiders?

Harry and Megan their children can be seen on uTube and
Tik Tok , on the beach,in the garden, enjoying a birthday cake,
even being held up to wall to stroke a photograph of their dead grandmother

Those who matter will have heard of him anyway, Anniebsch 🙂

Sorry, I can spell
Anniebach

Yes Callistemon The Invictus Games are all about sport