The British Royal Family - news, views, clothes & shoes! #10

[rosemadderlake]

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TY for posting this Gardenista!

Omg... we could use Prince Charles here in the USA!

Preservation is something that makes me cry. It didn’t always used to be like that. But now? Every honey bee matters.

I’m so happy William will carry the torch.

I love Prince Charles. Not for the disaster of his arranged marriage to Diana which was also a tragedy for him, but for his absolute love of this earth. This earthly world. It’s wonders sustain even the most cynical hearts.

His gift is while yes, the Duchy sustains the BRF, but how he made preservation a profit making enterprise.

I look at the crocuses. How they signal new beginnings here in New Jersey. Here we brand our famous Jersey Tomato under the umbrella of Jersey Fresh. But it’s so much more. Farm to table is down the road. There's a new wave of young peeps who absolutely know what we stand to lose.

Here we have a preservation program that protects the best soil and landscape our founding fathers, known as well to our native nations, people.

Prince Charles, his work is so close to the heart of everything that is not on the internet. His quiet but powerful contemplation of the future will be a beacon for young kids like Greta.

Here’s what I know from growing up in one of the most beautiful and ecologically diverse states is the hope that like our predecessors we find a way to sustain this beautiful earth and all that she provides us and those who care for her.

Yes, I’m a tree hugger! Much more so than a people hugger. Ha!

The pictures of Highgrove, of Prince Charles meandering through the flora and fauna remind me of how similar he is to the finest curators of our precious earth.

This thread, all that I’ve learned outside of the sensational headlines makes me want to travel, not to a museum, or a tower, but to a walk in the woods or for a visit to a farm in Wales, with Prince Charles.

 

[AllyBeeUK]

When dealing with others it is important to consider their boundaries not just your own. Things might be different in California but, when in Rome...

I love hugs, I'm a very tactile person I even hug my hairdresser but I wouldn't feel comfortable hugging a stranger, especially not infront of the cameras when you can't really refuse. I might hug her at the end of the meeting if I felt I had got to know her and liked her!

I'm such a fan of Prince Charles these days. I love how he cares so much about the environment, even before it was trendy. He speaks passionately without coming over as lecturing or condescending and quietly leads by example.

 

[AllyBeeUK]

being from MN, we don’t do that much either but it is changing. People at churches are doing hugging as part of the service. Many different denominations.

I was chastised on here earlier about the French type kissing on each cheek. I thought the British did not do that and was scolded saying that all Europeans and British do the cheek kiss. Which is it?

I would much prefer a hug over the cheek kiss which really gets into one’s space.

No, we don't do the double cheek kiss. At least no-one I know does, it's very European. We do handshakes in my church as part of our service and I'm not even too fussed on that to be honest!

My in-laws insist on hugging and kissing when I see them and I absolutely HATE it, I just don't have that relationship with them. What's even more strange is that I can tell they feel awkward too, so I don't know why they persist with it. My son is 9 now and he still gives me and his dad hugs and kisses but he's getting a bit too cool to be wanting to kiss everybody else. My in-laws make such a fuss about it, they really embarrass him and are always telling him he is rude for not kissing Granny goodbye (he is not, he is very polite and loving). I teach my kids about bodily autonomy and consent, they don't have to do anything with their bodies that they don't want to. I'm sure when he's grown up he will be happy to give granny a kiss again but until then it's his choice.

 

[AllyBeeUK]

I don't know who has come up with the bear hug thing, Meghan or her PR? I can see what they are trying to do, make her look really down to Earth and super duper friendly, but unfortunately it's really transparent, sorry.

 

[rosemadderlake]

When dealing with others it is important to consider their boundaries not just your own. Things might be different in California but, when in Rome..

I'm such a fan of Prince Charles these days. I love how he cares so much about the environment, even before it was trendy. He speaks passionately without coming over as lecturing or condescending and quietly leads by example.

I think PC ciuld be Hot!

Ha! Bring it.

 

[Quiet Time]

Meghan Markle Wears Red Lambskin Skirt to One Young World Discussion

She looks amazing 5 months out from having a baby!

MOO

I'm not a big fan of MM, but I do think the 2 colors (of red) looks nice together.
They don't have to be all matchy matchy these days. imo

And it does look like she's lost some more weight in her tummy area.

 

[rosemadderlake]

Sorry, dreadful look.

And not only that soooo unsustainably yikes!

Does she have any idea? What goes into fashion?

I’m sorry, epic fail.

 

[AllyBeeUK]

I like her outfit, she looks nice. Just a little bit too much cleavage for a formal appearance IMO. Her hair looks lovely.

I don't really like her comment about Harry gate-crashing. I know she was only joking but 'many a true word spoken in jest.'

 

[rosemadderlake]

I don't know who has come up with the bear hug thing, Meghan or her PR? I can see what they are trying to do, make her look really down to Earth and super duper friendly, but unfortunately it's really transparent, sorry.

It’s actually a bear hug thing,. Mano a Mano.

 

[AllyBeeUK]

It’s actually a bear hug thing,. Mano a Mano.

Could be...

The skirt is reportedly 100% LAMB SKIN!

 

[rosemadderlake]

When dealing with others it is important to consider their boundaries not just your own. Things might be different in California but, when in Rome...

I love hugs, I'm a very tactile person I even hug my hairdresser but I wouldn't feel comfortable hugging a stranger, especially not infront of the cameras when you can't really refuse. I might hug her at the end of the meeting if I felt I had got to know her and liked her!

I'm such a fan of Prince Charles these days. I love how he cares so much about the environment, even before it was trendy. He speaks passionately without coming over as lecturing or condescending and quietly leads by example.

When in Rome.

There was no air kisses in the 70’s! Yeah right!

My goodness, when meeting someone important a handshake with a double layover hand was a signal of Importance.

More than air kisses, a laying of the other hand speaks volumes.

Meghan’s awkward hug curtsy moment illustrates how little she knows.

Sorry...
She should be more royal.

 

[rosemadderlake]

What is a laying over?

Shake my hand and envelope my hand with both your hands.

It’s one of the most lovely gestures ever.

 

[Lilibet]

I'm no fashionista lol, but those reds don't match at all. Shouldn't they?

I think what we’re seeing is that the top has blue undertones and the skirt has slightly more orange undertones, so they clash. If she’d worn a darker red top in the same undertone as the skirt it would have coordinated better. But the top she’s wearing is a better color for her IMO.

The only think I like about today's appearance is the color of the top. The color looks very nice on MM.

Yes, her skin tone looks better in reds with a blue undertone. Anything that looks sort of orange isn’t as good, although she could carry off a really bright orange. I’m no expert, but I used to do color analysis in the 1980’s.

I do agree with whoever mentioned the cleavage not being appropriate in a professional setting. And the hair tendrils that she has to keep brushing back is not a good look. I love her hair pulled back and sleek, although I’d love to see her go natural and curly.

I love hugs, I'm a very tactile person I even hug my hairdresser but I wouldn't feel comfortable hugging a stranger, especially not infront of the cameras when you can't really refuse. I might hug her at the end of the meeting if I felt I had got to know her and liked her!

I hug my hairdresser too. But we’ve become friends. I usually hug my friends, except for the ones I can tell aren't huggers.

When I watched the video again, I saw the woman reach sideways with one arm when they started to walk toward her, so it may have signaled to Meghan that a hug was welcome. Or, the woman may have been showing delight that Harry had come along. Hard to tell.

 

[rosemadderlake]

Sorry, not only should she be more royal, but she should realize the importance, the true importance of simple gestures...

Maybe I’m dating myself, but the crap, woke, victim instagram messaging is not happening for me.
It’s just the worst...

Get the hell out there and make a difference and then get back to us!!

 

[rosemadderlake]

Like QE, like those who came before her.

Need I name them?

Eleanor was a wake up call.

Women, hello?

I love her more than anyone.

Boom boom boom... who will be next?

 

[maggieg]

One of the sweetest things I think is when children hug members of the RF unexpectedly. Its completely different when its a child that instigates it because they don't know better and people don't generally shake hands with children.

 

[Simply Southern]

I don't know who has come up with the bear hug thing, Meghan or her PR? I can see what they are trying to do, make her look really down to Earth and super duper friendly, but unfortunately it's really transparent, sorry.

MOO...

This is a JOB for MM, she should be able to follow protocol. Its makes everyone uncomfortable. Can't imagine how the lady feels, so embarrassing. Just another way MM can grab attention. MMs been to enough award ceremonies to know the ropes.

 

[AllyBeeUK]

One of the sweetest things I think is when children hug members of the RF unexpectedly. Its completely different when its a child that instigates it because they don't know better and people don't generally shake hands with children.

I totally agree. Going back to the in-laws, my son doesn't like being forced to hug and kiss relatives but when my mother in law's mum died, he went up to her after the funeral and gave her a huge hug. It was very spontaneous and sweet and means a million times more than forced affection. Forced affection is insincere and it comes over as such.

 

[Gardenista]

Harry looked pretty much pissed at the world at today's event and MM looks very, very happy.

 

[AllyBeeUK]

I do agree with whoever mentioned the cleavage not being appropriate in a professional setting. And the hair tendrils that she has to keep brushing back is not a good look. I love her hair pulled back and sleek, although I’d love to see her go natural and curly.

I would LOVE to see her with her hair out naturally. There are pictures of her when she was younger with her natural hair and it is beautiful.