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Well done to William & Kate .....

(103 Posts)
Sparklefizz Mon 20-Jan-20 20:32:46

..... they, plus Edward, Sophie and Princess Anne, are doing the country proud this evening.

trisher Tue 21-Jan-20 13:38:23

Couldn't care less about any of them. I would issue a warning to William. Historically kings called Charles have suffered or been followed by periods of upheaval. Cromwell and William and Mary. It might be best if he tried to develop some other skills. grin

sodapop Tue 21-Jan-20 13:31:27

I think the Cambridge and Wessex families will do a good job for the monarchy now. Princess Anne has always worked hard and just got on with things.

sparkii Tue 21-Jan-20 13:28:06

I have not condemned anybody. I will post as I wish. I do not agree with the sentiment that the whole country is behind William and Kate.

Pantglas2 Tue 21-Jan-20 13:22:55

Well said Readymeals! I’m not a royalist but think it’s probably better than the alternative and I prefer them to be hard workers, not shirkers.

Anniebach Tue 21-Jan-20 13:09:00

Attempts to disrupt a thread are best ignored, a cry for attention

whywhywhy Tue 21-Jan-20 13:04:13

Well done to William and Kate. X

Sparklefizz Tue 21-Jan-20 12:58:04

sparkii On another thread you are condemning posters for their criticisms of Meghan's behaviour, yet you have chosen to come onto this thread which is clearly from its title intended to be positive, in order to post a nasty remark.

Why not just avoid it??

Namsnanny Tue 21-Jan-20 12:56:16

Sorry not up with the news (TV news off, papers when I feel like it)
What exactly did the royals get up to then?

ReadyMeals Tue 21-Jan-20 12:54:22

Oh yes I know many people who consider the whole royal family to be parasites. But if we're going to have one, I like them to be smiling and looking interested when they meet the public or visiting VIPs and not filling the newspapers with whinge.

sparkii Tue 21-Jan-20 12:27:04

The country is fully behind you? Er, no. Many people too preoccupied disinterested, ill, tired, fed up to care. Perhaps slightly sick of being played by the media?

Nanny27 Tue 21-Jan-20 12:23:03

I've often thought it would be nice to see a bit more of Edward and Sophie. I believe they both work very hard but rarely get media coverage.

V3ra Tue 21-Jan-20 12:01:59

I've previously read a few articles that said Sophie had been a great help and support to Kate in the early days of her royal life.

V3ra Tue 21-Jan-20 11:58:29

No-one is irreplaceable.
The remaining family members would have stepped back to allow Harry and Meghan to take their rightful places, but equally will step forward to fill the gap now they've gone.
There are some strong characters there who I'm sure will support William and Kate without trying to upstage either of them. The future looks good!

ReadyMeals Tue 21-Jan-20 11:48:23

Yes, I was like "Good! Now let's see some nice news of the royals who have decided to stay and show us some loyalty!"

maddyone Mon 20-Jan-20 23:28:27

Well done to all of them, all representing our country and the Queen magnificently.

tickingbird Mon 20-Jan-20 23:11:28

It’s a yes from me. Very well done William and Kate. So good to see them all smiling.

bluebirdwsm Mon 20-Jan-20 23:03:12

The other members of the family mentioned have also been quietly going about their business in support of the Queen and it has been noted. None of them throwing their toys out of the pram either.

Credit where it's due.

Artdecogran Mon 20-Jan-20 22:23:28

Agreed, and also thought Edward looked great too. He must be a great chap to have and kept a lovely wife like Sophie.

JenniferEccles Mon 20-Jan-20 22:23:09

Another one here in complete agreement with all the other comments.

This thread was a good idea Sparklefizz

merlotgran Mon 20-Jan-20 22:16:13

Ditto to all of the above.

Millie22 Mon 20-Jan-20 21:50:01

Thank goodness for William and Kate and as usual she looks lovely.

Ellianne Mon 20-Jan-20 21:25:28

William showing himself as a very dignified and able host in contrast to his moaning immature brother. Nice to see Kate, Anne and Sophie together. Strong women, (take note MM).

bluebirdwsm Mon 20-Jan-20 21:06:49

Yes, well done William and Kate. Now you can get on with the great job you are doing without being upstaged yet again. Respect.

Anniebach Mon 20-Jan-20 21:02:47

Proud of you William and Kate, and your Uncle and Aunts.

You must give the Queen reassurance

Jane10 Mon 20-Jan-20 20:50:55

Hear hear!