| The Duchess of Sussex made a secret visit to an animal welfare charity during her short visit to London two weeks ago. On Wednesday morning, Sussex Royal posted two pictures of the Duchess's visit to London dog rescue centre. The post said: "The Duchess of Sussex, having been proud patron of Mayhew since January 2019 and long understanding the connection between animal and community welfare, applauds the people at Mayhew for the vital work that they do every day." The Duchess of Sussex is a Patron of Mayhew. (The Ducces wore a navy-blue cat by Massimo Dutti.) |
Massimo Dutti Handmade Navy-blue Wool Coat
She has such a beautiful face, especially in profile and three-quarters profile. I like her hair here. Imo soft waves suit her more than a completely straightened style.
ReplyDeleteI was about to applaud this blog as one who would not cover this non royal. As always, Ms Markle posts herself to distract from the work of Kate, a future queen. So sad she stoops to that level. Ann S, US
ReplyDeleteAnon 8:36pm - I agree with everything you wrote. And her baby/dog-walking episode in BC the other day was staged. If you look at the road ahead of her there is no way she would not have seen photographers, even with long lenses, and she was looking right into the camera. Unfortunately, there will be no end to this. ~Rose~
DeleteShe's still a member of the BRF. I didn't realized QEII consulted you to see who she should include in her family. Besides, I don't see people complain when the Casiraghis are featured...
DeleteAt "AnonymousJanuary 22, 2020 at 10:19 PM"
DeleteIf you're going to complain at least get your facts straight. The complaint about long photo lenses were referring to those looking into their home. Not about photographers on an open road.
Again, blog administration, since people cannot keep at bay their vile and uninformed words, should you perhaps stop useless and senseless bullying? No fact checking whatsoever in the ridiculous comments. Reading some of these makes one want to throw up. The kind of people that crowd the world.. uhhhh
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Sorry, Anon 12 14 The complaint was about the pictures of Meghan and Archie walking in the park. There is a separate allegation about paparazzi trying to look into the house. personally, I have no complaint about the photos being shown here but there certainly was an issue with the photos being published
Delete"Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have asked their lawyers to warn media outlets of legal action after paparazzi captured a photo of the duchess walking her dogs and carrying baby Archie on Monday, according to the BBC"
Who cares what they do? I’m here for the clothes and jewels. I wanna see what rich people are wearing!
DeleteI think its annoying that Sussex keeps stealing spotlight vs the Cambridge. Really, she has those photos for several weeks. So petty.
DeletePeople are still interested in her. She is Prince Harry's wife. They stepped down from the 'senior' paid position to produce their own income instead of spending the publics' money. They criticized Meghan for being hungry for fame and marrying a prince, but now that they stepped down she is criticized for giving it up. She can't win. I think she chose happiness over senior position within the royal Firm. If she was hungry for the senior royal position she would have stuck with it like Kate who is probably as sick of the media making up stories about her and William including cheating. But Kate doesn't have the options that Meghan does. She is married to the future king and is pretty much stuck in the royal firm. The only way she can get away is by divorce, but she will not do that to her kids, beside she has settled into the royal life pretty nicely. Remember the answer she gave when asked how was it like to be a princess (well taken care of). That says it all. Kate will not survive outside the royal job, she has no skills for the real world. She doesn't have a resume. Meghan can survive in the real world. And Harry will be fine too. If not he can go back to his naked days in Vegas only this time he can get paid for it. Lol kidding. Bella
DeleteHere, here, Bella!! :D
DeleteGreat fun :-)) Hannah
DeleteGet it right. They're still royal. They just don't use HRH. Secondly she's no different than Grace Kelly, an actress who became a royal. How can they "steal" the spotlight from The Cambridges? They're two different couples doing different things. Did you say that about Fergie & Andrew when it was Charles and Di? Like come on. Exactly Bella if she wanted the fame and fortune they wouldn't step back. ANYWAY she looks great! - Capt. Marvel
DeletePrivacy vs Privacy? The Sussexe's said they want privacy why not let them have their wish. So why post this?
ReplyDeleteThis was posted by Harry and Meghan on their RoyalSussex website - so Harry and Meghan wanted this to be seen. One can of course wonder why since they wanted privacy as you rightly pointed out, and holding the photos back to publish them now seems odd. I cannot help but see this as a way of image-management, and it makes this whole development look rather planned (or staged) on their part.
DeleteAnyway, we shouldn´t blame royal sites for picking up what royals publish. Thats actually journalism done right.
Totally agree. No need to cover her "secret" visits. They want privacy let then have it
Deletelots of Brits here who are still upset that they lost their prince!
Delete8:36 ridiculous. First When this event happened she was still a HRH. Second do you complain when this blog write about the Norwegian princess without a HRH title? Or the dutch royals who have normal jobs and earn their own income? The greek? Zara and Peter Philips, Cashiragis and many more. Respect Meghan and Harrys decision for what was right for their family. A decision like many other royals have made without being hated like this. Stand up and stop the hate. Third The Sussexe's will always be royals with or without HRH title, just like all the other I have mentioned. The interest for what they do will always be high. If you don't want to read about them no one can force you. Scroll over to the next article. Ugly comments about it will just tell who we are not who the Sussex are.
DeleteShe's patron of this charity so of course it's not private. That's still a royal duty. - Capt. Marvel
DeleteOnly photo opportunities to look charitable! if she believed in these causes she would have stayed to support them, service to others comes before self.
ReplyDeleteNice jacket thou.
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OMG. Hope you're on stanby Charlene. Must be your turn soon. Fashion side, apart for the coat, can't see much of what else is being worn.
DeleteWilliam and Catherine had the reception on Monday and Meghan decides that is the day to go out walking while making sure the paps were there to take pics. Catherine's visit yesterday and the one today is in the news and this is the day Meghan releases pics of her "secret visit" while still in UK. So I see this is the pattern...quite unabashedly obvious and quite laughable.
ReplyDeleteDaphne
Yeah, "secret" 😂
DeleteOMG Daphne. Seriously conspiracy theories like this is just stupid. Meghan is allowed to go for a walk when she wants and where she wants just like all the other people on this planet. The photos of their private walk can you thank the press for, the same press who are the reason they made this choice. To blame Meghan for it is again just stupid specially since Harry have issued a legal warning to the press after these paparazzi photos. #stopthehate
DeleteDaphne, bravo, you are right. Let us also not forget the timing of their "big announcement" at the time of Catherine's birthday. Since this has been their plan for awhile, it could have been any other time. #stopthegullible
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@Daphne: it is soo good to read that not I am the only person reading this blog who thinks she is the real duchess of 'success' and every step she makes is well planned.
DeleteThis woman is not a duchess to many English people anymore.
ReplyDeleteSophie
And let the hate begin......
ReplyDeleteIt isn’t hatred. It is a reaction to learning that they secretly patented the “Sussex Royal” brand while planning to “step down”. It is also a reaction to learning they did this without telling the Queen.
DeleteDo you ever check facts? The Queen knew for months. The announcement was rushed because of the leak in the Sun, arguably from a ‘royal aide’. The details weren’t yet worked through. But Charles and William has asked a Harry to put his ‘details in writing’. That is exactly when the leak happened.
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Open season for the anonymous keyboard warriors to start their temper tantrum, but oh my!!!have we forgotten that their final stepping down as senior members would be on the spring of 2020, in the meantime they will continue doing some appearances... but that is good, you all can vent and troll Meghan as much as you want. Irrelevant whether you think they are a "Royals or royals". They will always be part of the family, and Harry will be one day the son of the King, like Edward, Andrew and Ana are today, and no amount of your childish complaining will change that.. on the other hand I think you secretly love anything that is published about these 2, otherwise you won't comment.
ReplyDeleteMeghan looks lovely, and so does the 🐶.
Miss Marple.
Thank you, Miss Marple, for your voice of reason.
DeleteEcho your words 100%. Thank you for some decency at least in a few. Sadly so many (so may!) trolls.
DeleteLily
Agreed, Miss Marple. BUT warning to Charlene ..... keep your nose below the water line (pun intended) as they've got you on the waiting list.
DeleteThey were both very naive if they thought they would have privacy in Canada. But then again maybe they actually want the attention. Nice coat.
ReplyDeleteAs far as I know she desparately, desparately wants to be out of the public eye.I can only agree with those commenters here who suggest that you no longer publish pictures of her.
ReplyDeleteI just can't understand the amount of hatred you are projecting towards her. For a woman (I suppose most commenters here are female) to hate another woman in such a ferocious manner is totally incomprehensible. It seems many of you have uncritically swallowed the stories of the British tabloids and those of her own sadly dysfunctional family. As it was said in the statements concerning their withdrawal from their roles as senior royals, they will continue to support their private charities and patronages and this is the way to do it, whether your name is Catherine or Meghan: by highlighting the work of those charities by visiting them and thus making the charities known to the wider public. To ask for privacy from intrusive and hostile journalists and paparazzi is a totally different matter.
ReplyDeleteTo quote Maya Angelou: "Hate, it has caused a lot of problems in this world, but has not solved one yet."
Cilla
Couldn't agree more. I can't stop wondering the amount of hate so many of you have. - siri
DeleteWell said, Cilla.
DeleteCilla, you are wrong. I was one of Meghan's biggest fans before all of this. As her behavior became more and more bazaar, I became leary of her motives, realizing finally that everything is about herself. I do like her fashion on most occasions, but have to admit I don't like her actions much anymore. So sorry to say it. Ann S, USA
DeleteI totally agree, Cilla! Hate causes pain and a shrinking heart. Elisabet
DeleteFully agreed!! Why so much hate? Has this woman done anything to you trolls?
DeleteConsuella
Agree with Anon 12:23. I don't think people hate her--it's far too strong an emotion--disappointed, certainly, sad for both her and especially harry that things have gone this way, possibly angry at the cavalier way in which she has treated the Queen and Prince Charles who have, as far as we know, only shown her kindness. When people feel let down by someone they have admired, it's natural to want to vent their feelings. I don't think any of that constitutes hate
DeleteI agree with Ann. I actually liked Meghan, I thought she was nice and I was really happy for Harry to marry her. She carried herself well from what I could see and seemed to engage with the people she met. I also think that she is beautiful and I like her style.
DeleteAnd even now, I still don´t hate her but I am critical of her behaviour.
I call her out for being hypocritical and disingenuous and for not sticking to royal rules and protocol. I am criticising what she does, not who she is.
I am happy to re-evaluate my opinion, but news like this here just don´t impress me in any way, instead they cement my impression, hence the ongoing critcism.
Why leave the royal scene in favour of more privacy and then launch a new website to stay in the public eye?
Why agree to not use royal titles and more and then name that new site sussexROYAL?
Why did they release their news bomb on social media after allegedly having suffered from social media`s powerful impact?
Why say that those big life changes (new country, newly wed, new baby) were a bit much and challenging, and then find time to guest-edit British Vogue?
How can she pursue a career for years in the very industry that lives of public attention and then struggle with the attention that comes with being a public person?
And while I personally don´t see any feud between Meghan and Kate, I do agree that the timing of their big news was disrespectful towards Kate.
There are those small questions (like: Why have photos taken of a "secret" visit?
Why hold those photos back for 2 weeks and release them now? Why smile for cameras catching her walk the dog - which by any standard is a private outing? etc.) but it is the big contradictions that bother me:
If you want to be seen as a woman of colour, then don´t be surprised that your colour is talked about.
If you openly support black people - as a woman of colour yourself - then you basically say that there is racism. (Because, why else would they need support?)
If you say that there is racism, don´t be surprised that the vast majority of people in the UK don´t like to be called racists.
Most people think there is no racism issue in the country, and the fact that millions of non-white foreigners voluntarily live in the UK suggests there isn´t.
If there is no racism, don´t make pretty much everything you do about diversity.
A major issue for me is also that she cannot marry into a long-reigning royal family (whose job it is to observe traditions and keep the country´s historical heritage alive) and then go out and call for change in the world (see Vogue cover). That´s not the right message to send by any royal person, and especially not by someone who has only just entered the royal family and had better kept a lower profile during the first years in the country and on the job.
@Vanessa still pontificating about royal protocols that you do not have first hand knowledge of and being dismissive of projects that have had lasting effects. The Grenfell ladies now run a soup kitchen. The bakers have a marketable skill and the job seekers can put the advice to good use. Kate also guest edited Vogue. The question is your behavior. Why are you clinging to their aura with nonsense that no longer matters. They're gone....
DeleteI agree with most of the posts in this thread. I was the biggest Meghan fan and thrilled with the royal wedding. At this point, I'm disappointed. I don't think Harry and Meghan really want privacy but instead they want to be free of the royal rules. I also think something went wrong with the family relationships. I was hoping for the fabulous four to collaborate and I wanted Kate and Meghan to be friends. They started the royal foundation and then abruptly separated. That was the first of the big red flags. Too many erratic things have happened, so something isn't right. If Meghan was miserable, changing locations doesn't normally solve the problem. I hope it all works out though but time will tell. Carrie
DeleteI totally agree with you. Well said...
DeleteVery well said Vanessa!
DeleteIf you genuinely think there isn't a racism problem in the UK you are sorely mistaken or willfully ignorant.
DeleteThat sums it all up!
DeleteHear, hear!
@Vanessa i feel your anger. As a black woman myself living in UK I have never faced hate. No newspaper has ever written anything racist against Meghan. Perhaps looking for someone to blame cause her family embarrassed her.
Deletejules
Cilla (and to whoever it may concern) are you all not getting tired and bored of yourselves with your constant "hate"-accusations?
DeleteVanessa, you have summed it all..complete and correct!!
DeleteMrs M.
ReplyDeleteWe have not seen and heard the last of Meghan and Harry, that's for sure!
Privacy obsessed when it suits and welcoming the Attention if it furthers her Agenda.
As for Meghan's Fashion choices, there was not a lot that impressed me much.
She does best in casual Outfit's anyway, now that she is free from constraints, maybe the ripped Jeans and skimpy dresses are making a comeback?
Scheming games… as I wrote. This variant of showmanship at the expense of the royal family is disgusting. That‘s the big difference to the Kardashians: their show isn‘t at the expense of others and sometimes it must be hard work :). Also Kayne West is a very good musician. Charity via Instagram is no work at all.
ReplyDeleteComparing the motives and behaviour of the Kardashians (and Kanye West) to Megan Markle? This has to be the funniest thing I've read all day! Thanks for the laugh, Monty. I really needed that, lol!
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@Monty.What are you on about? Have you been personally betrayed by this couple? This post is disturbing...and you have no idea how their business model will evolve. Live and let live. OMG!!...M
Deletemonty has issues with the duchess, but can't stop following her and posting things about her...whatthat about... jealous much?
DeleteMM
Who needs a Vancouver base? The Sussexes live rent free in people's heads.
Delete@Anon 9:13 Harry and Meghan were be titled as wannabe-Kardashians. My post referred to that.
DeleteStay strong Monty! There are many of us who are in total agreement with you regarding their scheming games."
DeleteTig
Manteau bleu-marine joliment ceinturé dont j'aime beaucoup le style !
ReplyDeleteDanke endlich mal ein Kommentar zum Thema.
DeleteMir gefällt der Mantel auch.
Und zum Thema der User.
Sicher geht auch für einen offiziellen Besuch heute niemand mehr im Kostüm in ein Tierheim.
Nun alle sind sich einig das es ein Fehler war. Ich denke auch so.
Und ich denke, dass sie schlussendlich nicht das erreichen werden, was sie wollten.
Nun wir finden dieses kranke System bestimmte Menschen als etwas besonderes ansehen zu wollen normal. Deshalb wird es den beiden nie gelingen auszubrechen.
Außerdem können sie gar nicht, weil beide es als ihre Pflicht ansehen anderen zu helfen. Darüber zu berichten ist eben zusätzliche Hilfe.
Ein Teufelskreis.
Ich wünsche den Beiden und allen Menschen etwas Frieden und Ruhe vor ihren Geistern.
à Anon 23 janvier 2020 01h54
DeleteBonjour, vous m'avez répondue mais j'aimerais pouvoir vous lire en français ; merci Courtoisement Achard
@ Achard voici comment moi je le comprends en bref, si cela aide : J'aime aussi le manteau. (seule phrase qui concerne le manteau!)
DeleteEnsuite sur la décision de M&H..
... Maintenant, tout le monde convient que c'était une erreur. Je le pense aussi.
Et je pense qu'en fin de compte, ils n'obtiendront pas ce qu'ils veulent.
Maintenant, nous constatons que ce système malade veut que certaines personnes souhaitent voir quelque chose de spécial comme normal. Donc, les deux ne pourront jamais réussir. De plus, ils ne le peuvent pas parce que les deux considèrent qu'il est de leur devoir d'aider les autres....
Je souhaite au deux et à tous un peu de paix et de calme devant leurs esprits.
Mary - c'est parfait sauf une phrase (qui commence avec "nun").
DeleteJe la comprends ainsi:
"Nous trouvons que il est normal, ce système malade, dans quel nous voulons voir certaines personnes comme speciales/élevées."
La phrase est un peu compliquée en allemand, et un mot manque (et quelques virgules), mais cela est comme je la comprends.
(Excusez mon francais très mal - je n'ai pas utilisée la langue depuis longtemps et j'ai oubliée presque tout...)
Hello Vanessa, le Nun n'est pas un mot important dans la phrase; il est l'équivalent de "donc" " à présent" il n'apporte pas grand chose
Delete"Nous trouvons donc normal..."
I too am appalled by the hatred shown to Meghan here, now and in recent days, weeks and months as I've said before. It's disgusting. How hard is it to understand the difference in publicity between their public lives supporting their charities and work, and their private lives which is the privacy they're asking for? How difficult is it to see the made-up news and gross exaggeration that the press fabricates just to stir up the public about things that are nobody's business in the first place? It's unbelievable. Well said, Miss Marple and Cilla. Completely agree with you both.
ReplyDeleteNice coat even though we can't see too much of it on her. However Megan seems engaged in, and moved by the work of this charity. I look forward to reading and seeing more of the work that Megan and Harry are doing wherever they are.
Anon 9:13
Thank goodness for people like you, Amin 9:13. Thank goodness! The hatred and lack of acknowledgement of this very obvious hatred are appalling. Incredible how people think they have the right to see every detail of someone else’s life. Just because they are public figures, doesn’t mean they have no rights to privacy.
DeleteBy the way, the Sussex Royal brand was announced many months ago. Stop using uninformed ‘news’ from Daily Mail and the Sun.
If we are to ever get to a decent dialogue on this site (doubt it) and get the initial purpose back (i.e.: royal fashion), it’s a nice coat, but not my favourite outfit Megan has worn, I do believe lighter, warmer colours work better for her complexion. I particularly liked the beige coat she wore the other day at Canada House. Suited her better imo.
Lily A.
I like that she advocates for mutts. Not a purebred dog, but pound puppies. A good cause. They are people too!
ReplyDeleteOn the other stuff, I'm glad they and the palace have agreed on a plan. Now hopefully everyone can be at peace.
It is nice to read that at least a couple of you focused on the purpose of her visit and that is the poor suffering homeless and abused animals. This is a missed opportunity to bring awareness to this cause, what a shame! If ever you have a few extra $$$ please help the suffering animals and give them a forever home. I just lost my beautiful baby boy Rhett Butler who was a 18 year old Boston terrier and I cry thinking of him. Thank you for caring Meghan.....For this you can do no wrong!
DeleteShe may advocate for them but she broke up a pair of bonded dogs - judging from photos, and left a cross breed for unclear reasons in Canada. (The age doesn't hold up from her own postings - not to mention that is a time she could have used a private jet and people would have been understanding) Bogart was then replaced with a pure bred Labrador. (I have no objections to pure breeds - but am wary of people who give up dogs.)
DeleteAs for the timing, this is obviously not a normal time for the Sussex duo. This meeting happened several weeks ago. Whilst they are of course free to post on Instagram whenever they wish, if they choose to do so when Kate has a prominent engagement, and Charles is making a controversial speech in Davos and starting a tour, of course, motives will be questioned. If they had waited until a quieter royal time, and there are plenty of quiet times coming up, then the entire focus would have been on the Mayhew charity and that sweet dog. It would just seem a wiser thing to do. Why invite people to think you're competing?
It was the advice of her vet that the dog she sadly had to abandon not fly because of its age. She was heart broken and maybe they can be re-united now that she is back in North America. No caring person wants to abandon a pet who becomes a part of the family and she didn't either....She did find a caring home for the pooch!
DeleteJulia, your affirmations about her abandoning her dog is just another lie, you have twisted the story just because you dislike this woman. Sadly, making up things and then posting them, just to assassinate people's character is just wrong. You either only read trash tabloids, or maybe is just what you do,
DeleteWhat a pity!
Jasmine
Her other dog was left in Canada with the Mulroneys, Julia. Stop spreading misinformation or creating it, for goodness sake. Jessica Mulroney was seen walking Megan’s dog for years now. Some decency, please!
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I had no dislike for Meghan whatsoever, in fact I thought she was a promising addition to the family, if one who needed to take time to learn about Britain, until Bogart. I did not consider the explanation truthful or satisfactory. I read the Times and the Telegraph - I'm certain those papers will be thrilled to know that they are 'trash tabloids.' The hyperbole by Meghan supporters is shocking as is their woeful misinformation. I would be delighted if Meghan is reunited with Bogart now but it seems unlikely.
DeleteFor those who think I'm the only one who wonders about the Bogart narrative - here's a link to Sally Bedell Smith - a noted royal biographer, discussing the same and more in a recent article.
Deletehttps://www.vanityfair.com/style/2020/01/harry-meghan-exit-royal-expert
Stop posting about the Sussexes. Your blog has become a venue for hatred. People are not commenting on the 'fashion'which your blog is supposed to be about.
ReplyDeleteYes, please stop posting anything about them.
DeleteM.R.
As a citizens of the world,posting on their Instagram page to update their followers is their right like everyone else. Privacy does not preclude communicating with others. Many posters unashamedly continue to expose their lack of comprehension even though the terms of the agreement have been published for all to see. The separation becomes official in the spring. Until then there are some prearranged events that will be fulfilled.
ReplyDeleteNo matter what they post,the timing will never be right. It will be Kate's birthday, Louis' birthday, Grandpa is ill, Beatrice's wedding, Kate's gala event, hectic work week, and any other reason under the sun. There is a 9 hour time difference between the two locations, so the royals have already worked and returned to their castles before M goes out for a walk.
MB
Moderator, please this is becoming an offshoot of DM. The level of some comments is too low and repetitive.
Love the jacket, warm and perfect for this visit.
ReplyDelete@ Cilla, you had me at Maya Angelou :-) what a wonderful soul she was. I wasn't going to comment on this post since there isn't much fashion, but once again, the amount of vitriol seems to me so unwarranted for this situation. I sometimes wonder how difficult must be to carry all that righteousness, judgement, unkindness, and malice around, what a heavy burden to think that they know better, that they can attest to the character of people that will never cross their paths, experts on morals, but using a different bar depending on their whims.
ReplyDeleteLet's hope that none of them ever serve on a jury.... I find it impossible to harbor those feeling of profound dislike, how do they manage to enjoy life??
Peace out, my friends.
MB, you can't educate the ones that only look to spread bitterness, they don't know the difference from having an Instagram accoubt and use it like everybody does, versus having reporters sticking their cameras in your face all day, or nosy people trying to know details of your private life. It's no use, negativity precludes intelligent reasoning.
ReplyDeleteMM
Miss Marple, you are absolutely right! I do not read or comment people I do not like or do not want to follow. Piers Morgan in Daily Fail has an obsession to Meghan and so do have some people here.
ReplyDeleteI love Meghan's coat and I still like her as I did before.
Pure hate, negativity. Where do all these evil people come from? She can not go out for a walk when she wants to, because it overshadows Kate and Will? Well, if that’s the case it is the Cambridges problem...but hating on someone for walking...poor Meghan! Whatever she does all these evil people will hate her! And based on the comments, no matter what Kate does, she will always be adored!
ReplyDeleteWell, she can live in Canada, go out with dogs, visit an animal charity, of course she can. But if she posts it on her Instagram account usually to particular dates, it is not a post from a private person but serves a purpose.
DeleteWas ist dass denn für eine " Aktion " ??
ReplyDeleteI don't think many people *hate Meghan; I certainly don't; why would I invest that kind of energy into somebody I don't know? I find her behavior annoying and irksome, and that's about it. I just think that she either did not put enough thought into deciding whether to marry into the royal family was a good idea or was rather cavalier and thoughless about such a momentous step. But okay, we all make mistakes. In that case, I would expect someone in that position to deal with the situation as gracefully as possible, sparing the family as much pain as possible. Again, that didn't exactly happen. Oh well. We can't all do the right thing 100% of the time, not even if we have expensive PR people on our side. I can understand those who believe Meghan has taken one for team feminism or done the right thing by liberating herself from oppression - you can certainly tell the story to fit that narrative. But personally, I think it's much more heroic to get on with stuff the best you can, do your job in a disciplined way and keep your emotional turmoil to yourself. I guess it's a matter of taste and personality which way you prefer. So - I wish Meghan all the best, she obviously is a person of beauty, style, and strong convictions and I am sure she can put her gifts to good use somewhere, but apparently not within the framework of the royal family.
ReplyDelete@quakeress: You said "..I don't think many people *hate Meghan; I certainly don't; why would I invest that kind of energy into somebody I don't know? I find her behavior annoying and irksome, and that's about it."
DeleteReally?
Please explain how can you be irked by the behaviour of someone you openly state you don't know??? What sense does that make? If you form opinions on a person who you don't know ("I just think that she...etc."), based on information told to you by a third party (such as a TV loud mouth with an authoritative accent, a gutter rag masquerading as a newspaper, a chat forum, etc.), isn't that another way of showing hatred to another person?
(And by the way, "she" is not alone in this. Her husband very much feels the same way, if not more, than she does.)
Anon 9:13
@Anonymous 9:47: Of course you can form an opinion about the behaviour of someone, even if you don´t know the person. That makes perfect sense. In fact, that´s what we all should do - judge people by their actions. I thought that quakeress wrote one of the sanest and most balanced comments here.
Delete@Vanessa: What exactly do you or anyone know about Meghan's actions? Are you personal friends with her? Were you with her to know her feelings and behaviour? If you don't know her personally, you know nothing about her actions - only what you see reported, which is reported with editorial bias, together with a few photos that scantily represent less than a fraction of the event's duration being reported, but are selectively chosen to instigate comment.
DeleteIf you think that that is what everyone should do and form an opinion based on what an editor manipulates you to see, go right ahead: Knowing you as I do, I'm not in the least surprised that you would find favour in a hypocritical and dithering comment. Not one single bit surprised. But carry on.
Anon 9:13
@Vanessa. Still shots and mini film clips are 'excellent' references for your thesis. Behavioral experts will soon beat a path to your door. The writings of Quaker and Monty stand out for their sanity
DeleteMeghan and harry have left the stage. Ignore them. Celebrate the working royals as they continue to serve us with grace and charm.....for a price.
@ Vanessa... doesMeghan lives in your head. OMG, you are obsessed... and all the boring platitudes.
DeletePlease take a break😋
MM
Bogart was restricted by his age from a mandatory quarantine for all animals immigrating to another country. He was legally unable to enter the United Kingdom. To say that Meghan doesn’t like animals is really despicable. She adores her babies even the Queen’s dogs never yapped at her and laid on her feet during her first meeting with the queen. Even Harry said that was remarkable considering he was barked at all his life. Dogs are extremely bright and they know who really has a kind and loving heart. The Queen herself was pictured riding with Meghan’s dog. Regarding the posting of the picture, they want to promote their charities and bring attention to these special causes. But both Harry and Meghan do not want is to be part of the Royal Rota (designated Press specifically assigned to the Royal family). These so-called reporting were encouraging a media frenzy and not in a good way. Writing malicious hate-baiting articles and always with a negative tone which in turned achieved hateful response from their readers. As Harry said Meghan was falling victim to powerful forces just like his mother and he was determined to not make that continue. So he gave up being a full time royal to protect his wife and son. All of us can agree that Harry loves Meghan and Meghan loves Harry. Let’s celebrate that and their commitment to doing good. The rest is crap designed to stir up hated.
ReplyDeleteNo, I would not say that we can all agree that Meghan loves Harry. You do not know her heart and neither do I. Whether she truly loves him or not will only be proven one way or the other over time. When she gets all the desired money and fame from this union...what will she do? We will see.
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Bogart was reported to be roughly five years old by evidence on Meghan's own blog. You are wrong - there is no longer a mandatory quarantine for dogs coming from the US or Canada and has not been for many years now.
DeleteNo person who 'adores' their dog would leave them behind - there are many, many ways to transport a dog safely, including specialised services, private jets and ships. I know many people who transported dogs, even old dogs, who had far less resources than Meghan. There is no legal age restriction on entry although certain breeds may be banned and a health passport is required. A well-cared for dog should be able to get a health passport easily.
I've never heard or seen photographic evidence that the Mulroney's adopted him but it's possible. It's more likely he remained with her former boyfriend Cory. There would be no reason to conceal the fact he was with the Mulroney's. The story that Harry told is odd because the queen had only one surviving corgi at the time Meghan arrived. Perhaps he meant dorgis - the queen has two.
I don't approve of the word 'hate'. All royal are public figures and like all public figures, criticism is expected and most public figures expect that. I've seen many more favourable articles on the Sussexes than negative ones - many from Meghan's own publicists. The press responds to public feeling.
Diana died because she left the royal family, not because she remained in it, so the idea that Harry is 'protecting' his family is nonsensical. She died because she got in a car driven by a drunken driver - the sort of situation, royal security most probably would have prevented. The chances are high that Harry and Meghan will also be hiring private security when they are working privately.
Harry and Meghan wished to remain part-time royals whilst earning what they hope will be large sums privately. The palace did not permit that and so they left. That's their prerogative but there's not much to celebrate in it for any of the parties.
I like the coat very much. D. Meghan really suits dark colours doesn’t she? They bring out the warmth and glow of her skin and complement her dark hair.
ReplyDeleteSadly, the vitriol continues even on this generally civil blog. Too bad. I hope her new circumstances bring her happiness and contentment. (V.M.)
A "secret" visit. Please!
ReplyDeleteFunny that 90% of Meghan's defenders are "Anonymous". Maybe is just one or two of them writing over and over lol
ReplyDeleteWell Ninius, just as the attackers.
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No Coralie, one can’t ever get tired from trying to spread a little kindness, is like not talking in school when you see a bully, somebody needs to speak up. Is not a sign of an evolved individual to judge, pontificate and portray their own bitter ideas about people that they don’t know. Even with the ones we relate, our job is not to judge, only to advise when asked and support when needed. I have seen your posts for sometime, so I understand that you have a different view, but believe you me, some of us will continue to stay in our lane and will continue to call on the haters.
ReplyDeleteMay you have a blessed day.
Susan
Susan, speculating on other posters "bitter ideas" and call them "haters" is "spreading a little kindness"...?
DeleteCoralie, nope! your comments are generally ugly.....
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ReplyDeleteShe posted because she wears the same coat designer? Two weeks ago, however. What do we care about yesterday's chatter? Just to distract from her sister-in-law? I prefer Kate's coat. It is a classic.
Hey anonymous @ 12:01, you are the perfect example of the the people that just go on blogs to leave snarky remarks, but you don't even have a point.
DeleteMeghan's coat is not from a "designer" but from Maximo Dutti, which is part of Inditex, low cost firm.
And guess what it's exactly the same brand that Catherine wore yesterday.
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What an interesting and sad photo;she is appealing to our humanity.They don't want us to forget them. Clothes nice. I always worry about the children. Archie is so cute;and has a dear little face. He will always have a place in the Queens heart as all her grandchildren do.I have a video of my son giving Her Majesty flowers in Ballarat(Australia) years ago;my son and this little girl called out to her Your Majesty(dozens of times)she came over to them;it was like a descending angel;so lovely.That is Majesty.
Delete@Julia & judges... JEEZ You all need to stand down .. Get a life, live your life, leave theirs alone. At this point all of you look desperate for attention, and that's not a good look.
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The best answer comes from the Dutch Prince Constantijn, son of ex queen Beatrix and brother of the actual Dutch King: He said on Dutch TV, a few days ago, that he TOTALLY UNDERSTANDS Harry & Meghan that they wanted out and have their own life. He, as the king's brother, has more freedom in the Netherlands than Harry and Meghan had in England. Constantijn and his wife have earned their own living from the beginning, live in The Hague in a normal house and do not have to deal with the paparazzi or the gutter press like H & M.
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@ Carrie, you WANTED Kate & Meghan to be best buddies, you WANTED the fantastic 4 to be a real thing.
ReplyDeleteHow in the world do you people think that these royals are even remotely part of your life... It couldn't happen because it was a made up thing by the tabloids... so it must be Meghan's fault , I strongly recommend a dose of reality, and a redirection of your aspirations towards people that you actually know... and if all fails there are always Harlequin Romance novels.
Ladies, you are most welcome.
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I'm very sad because she left the royal family.She is a wonderful example of how a woman should behave to be brave and to learn from every challenge that life brings. I wish her all the best in her life and to guard against all the temptations that follow.
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ReplyDelete@Julia the criticism has gone to the dogs..literally. If you are not the pup's vet, the graceful thing to do is to accept the explanation. After all the criticism about her spending,now no expense should have been spared to get the dog and probably a caretaker to the UK. (arguing both sides of the same point). You even speculate who has the dog...How much personal information do we need? MB
ReplyDeletePS Asking to live in privacy and being hermits with no outside contact are different things.
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