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As I recall Dianas first solo appearance was turning on the Christmas lights in London. Both ladies were being eased into their positions. It has been said from the beginning that Cathernie would not just jump in and take on royal duties on her own and that it would all happen over time, while still allowing William and Catherine to adjust to married life in private in Wales. Honestly I don't know what people expect of a new royal bride. This wasn't even a planned engagement for her and somehow its not enough.
This is the part that gets me. No it wasn't a big event where she made a speech, nor was it a high profile event. It was an event at which she wasn't even supposed to be present. It was not planned to be her first solo event. So comparing it to other princesses first events seems a bit disingenuous. But that is my opinion and others may differ.
This was a small event and perhaps not that difficult, but she will be doing a lot of these presumably in her life and it's nice to know that she can handle it. Does the fact that she did a good job at this small event make her "inspirational"? Maybe, maybe not. All a matter of opinion.
For me, even though it was a low-key, small event, a "good job, Catherine!" does not seem to be out of place, or over the top. Again, JMO.