Anniversary Masses for HSH Prince Rainier III

[Suonymona]

Where on earth do you get that idea from?

Females covering their heads is not common anymore for those under 60 (at least in my area). And aside from Caroline, no one wore one last year.

However, I was surprised Stephanie did not participate this year as a show of unity. Though Stephanie has always marched to her own drummer, so its not such a shock.

And I would not think her unchristian and certainly not atheist for her actions! Some of the most foul people wear big obnoxious crosses.

Ann

[iceflower]

Thank you all for the pics!
It's been a sad day for Monaco again and to me it seems as if it was only yesterday - those days of waiting, praying and finally Rainier's death..:(
By the way, I like Albert's gesture of holding both sisters very much!

[BeccaLynn07]

It's nice to see the family together. It doesn't seem like he passed away a year ago...

[AquaMarine]

Originally Posted by Suonymona

Where on earth do you get that idea from?Females covering their heads is not common anymore for those under 60 (at least in my area). And aside from Caroline, no one wore one last year.
However, I was surprised Stephanie did not participate this year as a show of unity. Though Stephanie has always marched to her own drummer, so its not such a shock.
And I would not think her unchristian and certainly not atheist for her actions! Some of the most foul people wear big obnoxious crosses.
Ann

You asked, Ann, I answered. It was my opinion and observations of my area chrisian traditions. If covering heads&crosses during funeral or commemoration religious rites is not in common anymore in your area churches it does not mean that Monaco has the same traditions like you have. Caroline and Charlotte doing homage to Prince Ranier memory properly appeared as definite proof of MC traditions. As a rule such sad events interlace local traditions, respect to them and personal belief together. As to Stephanie, it is her own choice, her prefernces and her way of behaviour...You know, it would be better to ask Paca about usual religious formalities in Monaco. I think she knows them better.

[elmabruin]

Thanks for posting the pics. It is sad to see.

R.I.P Dear Prince

[Nina8675]

GoodJob Michelle !! Thanks a lot for all !!:)

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[mw7060a]

Originally Posted by RADKER18

Albert is playing with his pinkys again .

I noticed that too...he appears to be under a lot of stress.

[mw7060a]

Originally Posted by AquaMarine

You asked, Ann, I answered. It was my opinion and observations of my area chrisian traditions. If covering heads&crosses during funeral or commemoration religious rites is not in common anymore in your area churches it does not mean that Monaco has the same traditions like you have. Caroline and Charlotte doing homage to Prince Ranier memory properly appeared as definite proof of MC traditions. As a rule such sad events interlace local traditions, respect to them and personal belief together. As to Stephanie, it is her own choice, her prefernces and her way of behaviour...You know, it would be better to ask Paca about usual religious formalities in Monaco. I think she knows them better.

AquaMarine brings up a good point...For example, I see good upbringing in Charlotte instilled by her mother, Princess Caroline. It is the little things one notices such as Charlotte wearing a headcovering, etc... One's children learn proper behavior from parents who set the example.

[tigerlilly2005]

i think charlotte looks terrible at this pictures.and she is skinny again.maybe it´s the black outfit....

[AquaMarine]

Yes, mw7060a, as a rule our parents are the best example for us...intended or unintended...good or bad, alas Stephanie happened to be an exception... Don't know what about you, but I love following religious and cultural traditions and solemn rituals very much, it's so interesting, spiritual and full of respect to our ancestry...

[acid_rain3075]

New article on Hellomagazine.com

Rainier Remembered Monaco's Royals One Year on

[acid_rain3075]

Originally Posted by Nina8675

Isn't this suppose to be a memorial service? Why in god's name is she smiling