HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MA'AM!
The Prince of Wales led the nation yesterday in paying tribute to the Queen, his "darling Mama", on a day of both public and private celebrations to mark her 80th birthday.
In a televised broadcast, Prince Charles praised the most "remarkable steadfastness and fortitude" and her "duty and devotion" as Queen on a day that saw more than 15,000 cheering well-wishers line Windsor's High Street during a birthday walkabout.
On a more personal note he spoke, too, of her other role - as a mother.
"For very nearly 60 of those 80 years she has been my darling Mama and my sentiments today are those of a proud and loving son, who hopes that you will join with me in wishing the Queen the happiest of happy birthdays, together with the fervent prayer that there will be countless memorable returns of the day." Happy birthday darling Mama
Mark
3 comments:
Queen Elizabeth II certainly is an elegant and spry octogenarian.
Here in the States, we got a bit of news coverage on the festivities. Very nice!
Well, she has certainly been through 'family hell.' And now for a bad second act, I present you King Charles. jeez, I hate to say it.
The Queen has been tremendous. She is loved by all. As you say, John, the second act, i.e. the reign of 'King Charles', is not promising at all. He meddles in politics too much. The Queen has never done that.
Yes, Always, she does look rather elegant for an octogenarian, doesn't she?
And yes, Bld, let's all wish her 'Many Happy Returns of the Day'.
Happy Birthday Lillibet!
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