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Not a bad article apart from questioning the basis of "the facts" in the book.
What is the reason for the 'sudden' interest in Charles?
Three new books, a TV program and no known anniversary except the Queen overtaking Victoria but that should have produced books about the Queen and not Charles.
I think it would be strange if there wasn't interest. The time is coming closer to him becoming King so of course people are interested in what sort of King he will be.
You might not like or agree with what's written but he is what he is warts and all.
They could be writing a lot worse.
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Yes but what is getting my goat is that some author has written a book and UK media are treating it as if it is 100% true. Not debate; no balance and no other side of the argument. That is pathetic.
Noone can know if it's the truth without facts. Things can seem more or less likely but.... wow, just wow..Maybe the UK media know it's pretty much the truth
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Noone can know if it's the truth without facts. Things can seem more or less likely but.... wow, just wow..
Yes, me too. Some comments seem realistic (like the ones about C&C "living apart" (as in spending alot of time alone not as in separated)) and it is worth discussing the validity or chance of comments being right. But it's frightening how many people take stuff at face value.its a one sided story. All I would advise is dont believe everything you read. I find it amazing that so many people do.
Yes, me too. Some comments seem realistic (like the ones about C&C "living apart" (as in spending alot of time alone not as in separated)) and it is worth discussing the validity or chance of comments being right. But it's frightening how many people take stuff at face value.
I did not say their "living apart" was a bad thing. I know a few of my friends have grandmothers living apart from spouses/longtime boyfriends. When you reach a certain age you have your life and routine so set in stone that a half-separate life can be much better than a constant compromise. If Charles wants to spend two weeks painting and gardening at Highgrove and Camilla enjoying the noisy family life, that sounds perfect to me.It is an isolated statement. I spent 4 yrs working away from home - only coming home at weekends. Many people would class that as living apart.
People in the military do that as well; so do business people travelling the world; pilots; maritime workers; people on ships; etc etc.
I dont speak for everyone but the time I spent away from home made coming home better and now we are together fulltime - its great.
What is missing in these statements is balance: so when people read it think who else does this? etc.
For the first time in royal history a senior member of the royal family had a life before joining the BRF - and they are making room for them outside of the formal life of the BRF. Camilla's children and grandchildren are used to Ray Mill and Charles and Camilla have agreed how that is to be managed.
Catherine and William get grief for the same thing - there is a family outside of the BRF. They love and want to spend time with them.
It is the UK media who create waves - not the people connected to the BRF or the BRF themselves. I'm sure Sophie sees her family as does Tim Lawrence. But the UK media aren't interested so we dont read about it.
Other royal families cope and so does other media - good example is the family of Maxima, or Mette-Marit.
UK media making a crisis out of nothing (or trying to sell newspapers)
Nearly every paper in the UK has gone into tabloid mode.
Its embarassing so see how awful UK media has become. No doubt the articles will be syndicated world wide and more garbage about the BRF will be published without thought and consideration.
It is an isolated statement. I spent 4 yrs working away from home - only coming home at weekends. Many people would class that as living apart.
People in the military do that as well; so do business people travelling the world; pilots; maritime workers; people on ships; etc etc.
I dont speak for everyone but the time I spent away from home made coming home better and now we are together fulltime - its great.
What is missing in these statements is balance: so when people read it think who else does this? etc.
For the first time in royal history a senior member of the royal family had a life before joining the BRF - and they are making room for them outside of the formal life of the BRF. Camilla's children and grandchildren are used to Ray Mill and Charles and Camilla have agreed how that is to be managed.
Catherine and William get grief for the same thing - there is a family outside of the BRF. They love and want to spend time with them.
It is the UK media who create waves - not the people connected to the BRF or the BRF themselves. I'm sure Sophie sees her family as does Tim Lawrence. But the UK media aren't interested so we dont read about it.
Other royal families cope and so does other media - good example is the family of Maxima, or Mette-Marit.
UK media making a crisis out of nothing (or trying to sell newspapers)
It is an isolated statement. I spent 4 yrs working away from home - only coming home at weekends. Many people would class that as living apart.
People in the military do that as well; so do business people travelling the world; pilots; maritime workers; people on ships; etc etc.
I dont speak for everyone but the time I spent away from home made coming home better and now we are together fulltime - its great.
What is missing in these statements is balance: so when people read it think who else does this? etc.
For the first time in royal history a senior member of the royal family had a life before joining the BRF - and they are making room for them outside of the formal life of the BRF. Camilla's children and grandchildren are used to Ray Mill and Charles and Camilla have agreed how that is to be managed.
Catherine and William get grief for the same thing - there is a family outside of the BRF. They love and want to spend time with them.
It is the UK media who create waves - not the people connected to the BRF or the BRF themselves. I'm sure Sophie sees her family as does Tim Lawrence. But the UK media aren't interested so we dont read about it.
Other royal families cope and so does other media - good example is the family of Maxima, or Mette-Marit.
UK media making a crisis out of nothing (or trying to sell newspapers)
For the first time in royal history a senior member of the royal family had a life before joining the BRF - and they are making room for them outside of the formal life of the BRF. Camilla's children and grandchildren are used to Ray Mill and Charles and Camilla have agreed how that is to be managed.
Why Harry - like Andrew he will only be the second son of the monarch with a new generation already here to replace him in the nation's affections.
Prince Charles and what he really thinks about Prince Andrew's 'sex slave' scandal | Daily Mail Online
I really hope that Charles will slim down the RF and concentrate of the core family: Himself & Camilla, WK & their children, Harry and his spouse.
So with a slimdown monarchy; we loose out on seeing the RF. 8 people are not going to be able to do the pint of engagements the RF does now. It's not logical.
Yes, even the telegraph.
I fear that the press will be even worse in their behavior towards Charles when he becomes king. They have also become more critical of William and Catherine.
The Prince of Wales has borne that title for almost 57 years, during which time he has thought deeply about the crown he will wear and the kingdom he will serve. To listen to some of his observers, the fact that this reflective man has well-developed views about important matters is something to regret and even fear. Anyone taking a more considered view, though, will see things differently.
First, note that we are debating what sort of king Prince Charles will be, not whether he will be king. In an age of populist cynicism about British institutions, this is testament to the remarkable stability of the monarchy, the historic achievement of the Queen.
Second, Prince Charles has spent so many years contemplating this country and his place in it as a consequence of his mother’s own long service – something that should inspire celebration and gratitude, not the cavilling lamentation of those who fret about “meddling” from the throne.
The Prince’s thoughts during his long period of reflection do not raise the constitutional questions his detractors snidely and feebly suggest. And if Prince Charles does not reign precisely as his mother has, that is not automatically a bad thing. The monarchy may be a symbol of continuity, but it has never been preserved in aspic, instead evolving gradually along with the nation and its people. Indeed, attempting to reign as a carbon copy of his mother instead of being true to himself would surely not be the best course for the prince and his kingdom.
The succession, and the Prince’s sensible preparations for it, will inevitably prompt debate about crown and constitution. But supporters have nothing to fear from that. The argument for the monarchy, like that great institution itself, will surely triumph and emerge even stronger than before.
So with a slimdown monarchy; we loose out on seeing the RF. 8 people are not going to be able to do the pint of engagements the RF does now. It's not logical.
Also, both William and Catherine have said they want a large family, so they're not going to stick to two children.