So much naive criticism is disappointing.
This wedding was for the British people and those in the Commonwealth, and so far as I can gauge, not one of us was disappointed - au contraire!
Foreign royalty is, sadly, not of much interest to most British and Commonwealth citizens and most wouldn't have any idea of who was whom or from whence they hailed. The only exception is CP Mary and the Danish royal family, for obvious reasons. The BBC knew its primary audience and directed its cameras and commentary quite appropriately. It was up to the press of other countries to cover those aspects of the wedding and the guests which would be of interest to their local viewers.
The bride and groom looked relaxed and composed to me. In fact, it's been commented on by many that Catherine excelled in her starring role. She looked beautiful and elegant and wore an exquisitely made and complex gown (see my earlier post #1214 on the official release of the details), she delivered her vows beautifully in a quiet but strong voice, they both smiled at each other at appropriate times and looked very happy to be there together. As a new husband, William was solicitous and tender in his support for Catherine.
I have no idea what these critical comments about body language suggest. It was a solemn occasion to which William and Catherine rose very well, interspersed with some touching, private moments between them. The ceremony was entirely appropriate and one completely decided upon by William and Catherine, especially Catherine it's been reported, and the music was a triumph. For those who noticed and who value such things, it was mightily impressive that At a Solemn Musick, a poem by one of England's greatest poets (many authorities say the greatest) John Milton, was sung. Here, we have a well-educated and sensitive new princess: John Milton was not a royalist by any means and it did them great credit that his magnificent and timeless words were so honoured, nevertheless. (Many will recognise the title of his most prestigious and best known poem, Paradise Lost).
A worrying comment was made by Darren Lyons, the ugliest, richest and most infamous of all paps who owns the largest agency of its type in the world, and who is, unfortunately, an Australian. Interviewed on the BBC he said that Catherine had performed wonderfully at her wedding and it reflected how much she has grown in confidence and poise. He said that already she was the most important woman in the world in the eyes of the paparazzi and that her allure and attraction was already becoming greater than Diana's. One can only hope and pray that Catherine will be offered more protection and support than Diana received (and she's been educated and coached in her new role and duties already, unlike Diana) and that being nearly 10 years older than Diana was, Catherine will be able to cope with and dismiss the intrusiveness much more effectively. William will most certainly not permit her to be hounded by anyone.
So much history; so much grandeur; so much beauty; so much to reflect on. We thank you, your Royal Highnesses and wish you both all that is good, fulfilling and happy. You did Britain and the Commonwealth proud.[/QUOTE]
Lovely comments. I wholeheartedly agree with your last paragraph in particular.