I realized only within the last week or two that my affinity for the English monarchy actually had a single focal point - Elizabeth.

Once she passed, every artricle about the royals that I've read since has annoyed me. Every mention of Charles irked, as it brought back memories of Diana and Camilla and a general sense of WTF was that all about?

Alas, I like Britain a great deal. Lived there for a while in my youth and enjoyed the people, the culture, and the history. But the constant natter about the royals, the intrigue, the low blows about Harry and Meagan is all much ado about nothing.

I'm offically retiring all British memorabilia (one mug) and will now probably never watch The Crown on TV. Though all the British dramas and cop shows are still on - 😊

Good piece my friend.