Down here in the colonies we can respect what she's accomplished and the length of time she's held the throne, but we're not too big on kings, queens, and so-called aristocrats. So while I think she's a fine lady she's far too old-school stuffy for my taste. I wouldn't be inviting her home for supper any time soon.
But her grand-kids are a different kettle of fish. They've inherited their mothers charm and her love of life and probably represent a new direction for the monarchy.
Next time the vote for an Australian republic is mooted -- and there's a good chance that will happen in the next five years -- I'll be voting to break away.
she was born into a system not of her choosing tat has become archaic But without all of the pomp and circumstance and History to be preserved She attracts tourists... It's a huge part of the British Economy
Therefor I mutt logically give the old girl a thumbs up though I would have a hard time accommodating royalty here.. Oh but then there ARE the K ardashians and Honey Boo
But her grand-kids are a different kettle of fish. They've inherited their mothers charm and her love of life and probably represent a new direction for the monarchy.
Next time the vote for an Australian republic is mooted -- and there's a good chance that will happen in the next five years -- I'll be voting to break away.
I have mixed feelings.
she was born into a system not of her choosing tat has become archaic But without all of the pomp and circumstance and History to be preserved She attracts tourists... It's a huge part of the British Economy
Therefor I mutt logically give the old girl a thumbs up though I would have a hard time accommodating royalty here.. Oh but then there ARE the K
ardashians and Honey Boo
I think the first Elizabeth was a lot better. But of course, the first one had much more political power, and probably more brains to boot.
I like her a damned sight more than most of the Presidents the US has had in my lifetime.