Princess Eugenie’s Star-Spangled Bikini
Princess Eugenie has certainly captured the attention of the press after she was spotted wearing a star-spangled bikini while on holiday in Thailand. The Daily Mail reports;
There’s a state of emergency in Thailand at the moment. But Princess Eugenie only seems concerned about the dangers of tan lines.
After spending the day cavorting in a very unpatriotic bikini – which featured the Stars and Stripes – her pale English shoulders were beginning to colour.
Meanwhile over at The Sun…
Princess Eugenie danced on tables and downed beer laced with ketchup during a wild night in Thailand.
An onlooker on the holiday isle of Phuket, where the sixth in line to the throne is on a gap-year jaunt, said: “The Princess was with a couple of girls and a guy. One of her friends squirted some ketchup into a glass of beer and challenged her to drink it. They all fell about laughing as Eugenie swigged it.”
April 15th, 2009 07:40
LOL…does anyone else think Eugenie will be cutting her gap year travels short soon? She is starting to give Harry a run for his money! LMAO.
April 15th, 2009 08:32
Lisa
It wouldn’t surprise me… The paps or eagle eyed holiday makers will catch you most of the time….
April 15th, 2009 08:46
Beer with ketchup — that’s just wrong.
April 15th, 2009 09:01
Hey, she’s a young girl having fun. What more can you say!
April 15th, 2009 09:11
Rman,
It really does sound like innocent fun!
April 15th, 2009 10:58
Too liberal for my taste, piggy back riding with another girl and Princess Eugenie does go to strip bars, she is “of age”, therefore she has lost the ‘inocent’ term.
April 15th, 2009 11:12
I agree with Me. She’s not 13yrs old, plus she is a royal and should always be aware of photogs. I would have thought Fergie and Andrew would have atleast taught her that. I can not imagine why she would want her friend to be holding her breast like that. I hope she is back in the UK now w/the unrest in Thailand.
April 15th, 2009 11:53
I really don’t think she cared that the paps was there, she was having fun and living life. Maybe her friend was highly impressed with her rack and the water made them extra special.
April 15th, 2009 12:33
How diplomatic – wording Rman LOL
April 15th, 2009 12:45
She seems to be following her mother’s footsteps. I dont’ the Granny will be happy about these photos. I agree w/Gracie – she is a royal and should act like it. Like my mother always said – there is a time and place for everything.
April 15th, 2009 12:57
LOL Rman you are hilarious! They are however princesses and even if though they are having a good time do it behind closed doors. i.e. private villa with pool…
April 15th, 2009 12:58
Me lol. Look I don’t think it’s a big deal, she’s obviously comfortable with her body and she likes to have fun. No harm done in my opinion, it’s probably a holiday she will never forget.
April 15th, 2009 13:03
LOL Kd, JJ I understand but I think she was just having fun in the moment and not worried about anything else. Maybe she will start using the pools at Buckingham Palace or Windsor Castle from now on but the girl was just enjoying herself.
April 15th, 2009 16:02
Me,
Since when does turning 18 years equal a loss of innocence? I don’t support your claim.
Rman,
I agree with you. She is young and having fun with her friends. Both girls seem comfortable with their bodies.
April 15th, 2009 16:23
Since ‘one’ decides to go to a stripper bar to see with eyes wide open almost naked people cavorting.
April 15th, 2009 17:45
Innocence is overrated.
April 15th, 2009 17:50
I don’t know…I’m torn. Her behaviour is tacky for a “princess”. She’s young, hopefully she’ll grow out of it.
April 15th, 2009 18:06
Who here has never been to a bar and had drinks with their friends? What’s tacky about that? And what shocking photos did the paps get, her in bikini? Giving a piggy back ride to another girl? Oooh very scandalous. (Ok, granted the boob grabbing could but it clearly was just two friends being silly.) A friend dared her to drink a beer that had ketchup poured in it…um okay…but again I’m not impressed.
April 15th, 2009 18:18
Britt,
I could not agree with you more! For a princess I say her behavior shows poor judgement. As a young person it seems typical. I am sure she will grow out of it.
LRose,
It is typical youthful behavior. The only shocking part is that it was documented and spread around the world. For the typical silly teenager there are usually no pap photos documenting the fun. The photos are the only drawback to being a Princess.
April 15th, 2009 18:22
I’ll admit insanity if I have to, but I think Eugenie looks gorgeous.
One would have hoped for a little more discretion, perhaps, in consideration of her position within the RF. PA, who is the Royal parent after all, should have something to say.
If he doesn’t — and she continues her frolics — well then, ’nuff said.
April 15th, 2009 18:31
Oh for goodness sake . What in the world is the big deal regading Eugenie. She is an attractive and down-to-earth YOUNG WOMAN. How dare she wear a bikini???? PLEASE. We are in the 21st century. If you have a problem with her – then you have a problem. She did nothing wrong. And if wearing a bikini is not discreet, than you might as well start critisizing Diana.
April 15th, 2009 18:43
Sojourner, I’m so glad you said that because I think so too, she has classic beautiful curves and looks wonderful in a swimsuit.
April 15th, 2009 18:54
She’s 18 and she looks like she is having fun. People want to hold her to higher standards, but she has the right to live her life. I live and work in a city with a university and people her age do this stuff all the time.
April 15th, 2009 19:01
Jade, I prefer Knowledge to Innocence any day. You may think that’s silly, but I say again, “Innocence is overrated.”
April 15th, 2009 19:08
is euginie a lesbian?
April 15th, 2009 19:12
Okay guys, the girl was just having fun with her friends. That’s all there is to it.
April 15th, 2009 19:22
girl is playing with chest of eugenie, sorry, but may be lesbian, nothing wrong with it….
April 15th, 2009 19:31
If you notice the girl that is playing with Eugenie is small chested so she is probably impressed with Eugenie’s rack. They was just in a playful mood, nothing to get all bent out of shape about. If a guy was doing that to her, then things will get more serious.
April 15th, 2009 19:59
LOL My college roommate use to grab my boob when she was drunk, and she as really small chested too so maybe you’re on to something Rman.
April 15th, 2009 20:05
I must admit that this is the most interesting conversation that we have had on here in quite some time! The only thing that is missing is Alsgal’s witty sense of humor!
April 15th, 2009 20:12
i think your college roomate liked you…grabbing a boob is a lesbian move.
April 15th, 2009 20:15
maybe not lesbian,maybe curious or simply enjoying the best of both worlds
April 15th, 2009 20:25
good luck to her, the Queen will fall over dead with a lesbian grandaughter…
April 15th, 2009 20:25
Looks like Harry has passed the RF party crown to his cousin. She is doing him proud!
April 15th, 2009 20:33
As a small chested broad, I have never envied someone w/larger breasts to the point of having to “cup” them. The girl in the pic is not touching Eugenie’s breasts, she is holding them!
April 15th, 2009 20:39
Whatever her sexuality is,it should be respected, however I do think that Eugenie might have used some descretion knowing there might be camera’s around.
April 15th, 2009 21:09
The hypocrisy here is amazing.
Prince Harry who is mid-20s practically creates a race row, is seen with various blonds in various states of inebriation, runs around bare chested in a wig and it is all written off as “youthful indiscretion.”
Princess Eugenie who is barely 18, dares to wear a bikini and her friend grabs a breast for inspection and it is the end of the world. Folks, Queen Victoria died a LONG time ago. Women even have the vote now.
Let’s not get all bent out of shape about a young lady having fun. Unless you want to get bent out of shape about hte older, closer to the throne boy doing worse.
April 15th, 2009 21:12
Speaking of Daily Mail has a short non article about Harry partying.. Check it out..
April 15th, 2009 21:15
Rosettaresearch
I don’t think Harry’s behavior was written off as youthful indiscretion. As much as I like Harry the comments and costume fiasco I think were completely out of line and Harry should know better. The photograph of Eugeine do make me a little uncomfortable but it’s not my life or journey..
April 15th, 2009 21:49
People!
Girls just wanna have fun!!!
(And, in case there is any doubt, Cyndi Lauper is not a lesbian either)
April 15th, 2009 22:01
Thank you, Iscariot!(#25) I’m glad someone could say it! Jade may not agree with it, but I’ll go ahead and agree.
April 15th, 2009 22:12
Rman,
LOL! LOL! at everything in #29!
April 15th, 2009 22:24
jj,
Is this what you mean? They are playing up the Astrid Harbord association.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1170332/East-end-knees-Harry-Astrid.html
April 15th, 2009 23:07
Yes that is the one Clover. Am I being silly in thinking that she is just a friend who is part of the group occasionally?? Or is it more likely that they are hook up buddies. He just seems to be re-connecting with all of his old girlfriends like Natalie Pinkham etc… IDK seems like PH is having a lot of fun…..
On another forum someone made a comment which I liked in that Chelsy Davy is always portrayed as the one who was less flighty who knows what she wants and is a go getter high flyer yet with PH she is on/off off/on. Where as KM seems to be in it to win it no matter what….
April 15th, 2009 23:14
Also did anyone else read the article in the daily mail about Natalie Pinkham. She is getting a lot of publicity as late. Natalie and Astrid both kind of look a like and neither of them hold a candle to Chelsy Davy attractiveness wise..
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1169967/Police-accused-wasting-time-staging-car-chases-petrolhead-car-porn-TV-show.html
April 15th, 2009 23:35
I think Harry is out-of-control. And eventually, he and Chelsy will probably get back together again.
April 15th, 2009 23:38
To those who think we still live in a puritanical society, what if eugenie was a lesbian? How does that affect you?? Just because one woman touches another does not mean they are lesbians. Oh my – i held my best friend’s hand – look out world – i am a lesbian!!! Some of you really need to come back to reality and stop being so judgmental of others because you’re making me laugh too much!!!
** BRW – NO SHOUTING please! I’ve edited these comments to remove your ALL CAPS **
April 15th, 2009 23:41
jj,
It is not silly to think that Astrid is an occasional member of a circle of friends who meet and party every know and again.
IMO Harry is having fun.
Astrid is not very attractive. Chelsey is much, much more attractive.
April 15th, 2009 23:41
Now now iscariot. You’re taking this way too seriously and personally! My goodness – people get so testy over the word innocence.
And great post by rosettaresearch. Iscariot – aren’t you the guy that messed with jesus? Where’s your innocence?
** BRW – CAPS LOCK OFF please **
April 15th, 2009 23:42
JJ- I feel compelled to point out that that isn’t evidence of CD being “flighty” and Kate not being so. Maybe the reason CD and PH aren’t together anymore is because she does know what she wants, i.e. not him or the life that comes with him. Maybe KM and PW are still together because she doesn’t know what she wants i.e. the theory that she is the one holding up the engagement.
Just speculation of course, and I’m not sure what I think even.
And for the record, my roommate wasn’t gay, my boobs are just that awesome.
April 15th, 2009 23:42
Eugenie looks hot and terrific. Oops – i better watch it lest i turn into a…..Lesbian!!! Eek!!! Save me and save my innocence!
** BRW – CAPS LOCK OFF please **
April 16th, 2009 00:06
Jade, at least turn off the caps. But, boy do you have a point. Although at I only went back to Queen Victoria, you got us Cromwell, thank you so very much.
Speaking of royality misbheaving – Charles II anyone?
April 16th, 2009 03:29
Hello,
Back in one piece but with plenty of bruises. I have attempted to catch up with most posts and its all fairly routine and in a way disapointing.
Perhaps I can liven things up with a story heard whilst someone else was in their cups. That since the Seychelles visit in August 2007 PW and KM have not actrually been a ‘couple’ but yes just good friends.
When one thinks about it I dont think they have been away alone together since but always with family or gtroup of friends. Im not actually sure of that part but its interesting and may go some way to explain certain matters and PW’s implied uncertainty and moodyness.
Interest and unlikely as it is to be true there could be a small grain of truth in it with some parts correct and others wide of the mark. Explaination perhaps of PW’s hurried drafting into S and R which seems to be going a little haywire on a few points.
Well ,away again now but this time to work see you in May.
Bye all and belaited happy easter to all.
April 16th, 2009 03:36
Nice to have you back and save,ked.
You friend must have really been in their cups to relay that fairy tale about Wills and Kate,especially considering that Wills himself referred to his “girlfriend” on video a few weeks ago! Unless he has one hidden away in a tower somewhere,Kate is still his girlfriend! No worries.
April 16th, 2009 08:26
Oh no, no need to worry Ked William & Kate is just fine but they are just keeping a low profile while William is training. I hope they make an appearence soon.
April 16th, 2009 09:05
Seems like Guy Pelly is enjoying Paris’s company.
http://tinyurl.com/cqxtb7
April 16th, 2009 09:48
Guy, put that down, everyone knows where it has been.
April 16th, 2009 09:49
Good to hear the news Ked.
Many have thought as much for awhile.
They appear more like good friends than anything else. I wonder how long it will take for the press to get some details?
April 16th, 2009 10:42
Ked
You seem to be contradicting yourself. I’m pretty sure last week you yourself said that over Easter Kate and William were playing “happy families” together and wondered why the engagement had been postponed…….
April 16th, 2009 11:03
I think people have to understand that William & Kate are friends and that is what helps their relationship and why it has lasted so long. I think friendship in a relationship is so important.
April 16th, 2009 11:39
Quote (#49): “Now now iscariot. You’re taking this way too seriously and personally! My goodness – people get so testy over the word innocence. …Iscariot – aren’t you the guy that messed with jesus? Where’s your innocence?”
Sorry, off topic, but I had to say this: It would seem that this discussion has put a proverbial bee in Jade’s bonnet — she wonders why others are so testy and take things personally, yet she’s the only one shouting (caps lock queen), calling another’s opinion silly, and lobbing provocative personal questions.
Jesus wept.
April 16th, 2009 11:48
Yes Rman you are correct about that. A good long lasting relationship does require two people to be friends as well as lovers and partners, but I think some people believe that they are friends only….
April 16th, 2009 11:50
Funny article
http://www.newspostonline.com/world-news/wills-harry-get-saucy-map-with-naughty-nicknames-to-navigate-britain-2009041650435
April 16th, 2009 11:50
I have to admit I also find it odd that they always go on holidays in a group – if I were Kate, I would not like it, it is not very romantic. In particular as they do not seem to spend much time alone. But what else can she say than “yes, Wills, great idea”?
However, I still assume that they are a couple, simply because she is the only girl I see him with. And perhaps she likes it that they go on vacation together with others?
April 16th, 2009 11:52
Rman,
I agree. Friendship makes for lasting marriages.
April 16th, 2009 12:08
Yes friendship is very important.
Chris 234, I think the problem is we only get alittle taste of what the couple do. We see them on vacations or going out to lunch and even enjoying sport activites on some of the royal estates but alot of things goes on behind closed doors with no paps to picture it and no journalist to report it so due to this some often think the couple don’t see much of each other or don’t spend time alone. I’m sure they see each other a lot and have their time alone. I can imagine them having a nice romantic dinner at home with some Marvin Gaye or Al Green music in the background and they just have themseleves a good time in private. They spend lots of their time together in private but we just don’t hear about it. I notice that the very few appearences they make, people think that’s it and William & Kate go their separate ways until the next meet up but I think that is totally far from the truth.
April 16th, 2009 12:20
There has never been any engagement on the table, since the breakup, I would bet.
Things have not been on a constant for them since the breakup, would be my guess.
This relationship is making me think of Pr. Carl of Sweden and Emma’s.
April 16th, 2009 12:28
green earth, we shall see what happens. Things are going good now and that’s the important thing. That split is now three years behind them and they have moved on.
April 16th, 2009 12:34
Iscariot – I didn’t realize that my CAPS were on until I pressed “submit comment”.. So forgive me for committing such a sin. I was not shouting so chil out. There is no bee in my bonnet – you are rehashing this once again. it’s boring now.
April 16th, 2009 12:47
I was just on Forbes and came across this artical about a Polo event will be held in May to support the American Friends of Sentebale, Harry’s charity. The event will be held in New York, do you guys think Harry will go? I know last year Harry had a meeting with Mayor Bloomberg so I wonder if they talked about an event to support his charity.
http://tinyurl.com/c988tj
April 16th, 2009 17:12
Another non article
http://blogs.wsj.com/wealth/2009/04/16/ditch-the-jet-its-cool-to-fly-commercial/
April 16th, 2009 18:54
Rman
I guess that depends on a lot of things. Correct me if I am wrong but I think another article was recently published stating that the charity had run into even more problems. He may very well attend if his military commitments allow, but at some stage St. James Place may say no more if problems with Sentable persist.
April 16th, 2009 19:04
Well it would be nice if he attended. That is something many of us Americans are waiting, for William & Harry to make a visit to the U.S.
Maybe his charity need some extra boosting and attention. I think things will get better for Sentebale.
April 16th, 2009 20:01
my question is for Karagiosis,
one of your posts you say “and I will say that some surprisingly astute observations have been made).” can you please tell me what astute observations have been made?
I am curious to see what line of thinking is on the right track…
April 16th, 2009 20:16
Maybe Kate should get envolved with prince Harry’s Sentebale charity? Just thinking aloud.
April 16th, 2009 21:50
yes i see that if kate will join the charity it will great help with pw
April 17th, 2009 11:31
Article about Harry being close to getting his wings
http://www.google.com/hostednews/ukpress/article/ALeqM5gdkvgxDlUk0VUtvUu-dYazuGr11A
April 17th, 2009 11:55
I think it would be great for her to help the charity along with William.
April 17th, 2009 11:56
Thanks for the link JJ.
April 17th, 2009 12:12
Oh good heavens, if Ms. Middleton joined the charity and started raising money, the stories about her “cashing in on her royal connections” would never end.
That poor woman is in trouble no matter what she does.
April 17th, 2009 12:23
Well rosettaresearch they may have to throw caution to the wind and just let her do it. She has to start supporting charities somewhere. I think the team at St. James’s Palace is the only ones that can get her out there so she can lend her voice to a cause and the stories of her “cashing in on her royal connections” wouldn’t evem make sense because the Palace would be the one’s behind it all.
April 17th, 2009 12:42
And hopefully if this is going down the marriage route she has to start sometime…. I don’t know that Senteibal (sorry wrong spelling) is the right one for her though Rman. It has been plagued with problems and really she doesn’t in my opinion need to be assoicated wtih a problem child charity from the get go. It’s asking for trouble. However the right charity and kissing babies dogs cats homeless could sky rocket her popularity.IMO
April 17th, 2009 13:09
JJ I agree. I think it’s time for us to see the real Kate Middleton. Lets see what’s behind that beautiful image.
April 17th, 2009 13:31
I am very surprised by Archer’s admission that PW is engaged or close to it as he has always been unsupportive of the union and has been critical of KM lack of pedigree. I don’t think Sentebele would be an option for KM as I believe that PW and PH like to keep certain charities that they are affliated with to be separate of the other brothers participation. Although they do alot together, I still think they like to have their independance and they have different interest. KM could start work on a new charity or one that PW is associated with. Sentebele would probably have the help of PH potential bride and even then the spouses still have their own individual charities and some they do together. If PW were attached to Senetebele it would be different. IMO. KM could work with children and the arts, maybe bringing more art into the schools, etc. as that is her background, but really it’s limitless what she could do. I don’t think she will get involved publicly another charity until she becomes engaged to PW. I think she got burned from the Disco and w/press.
April 17th, 2009 13:49
Ingrid Seward’s May editors letter is in.
http://www.majestymagazine.com/editors_letter.php
April 17th, 2009 13:53
Gracie, I think people including Jeffery Archer recognizes that William is inlove with this woman. Now if we could only get some of the viewers on some of those royal forums to understand that.
April 17th, 2009 14:30
Gracie
Where did the Archer information come from? Am I missing something?
April 17th, 2009 14:39
JJ we was talking about Jeffery’s comments in this video.
http://tinyurl.com/dedh6e
Click on his face for the video.
April 17th, 2009 14:50
Rman, I think that is part of the problem. Until she marries Prince William, she is a private citizen. So, if she gets involved in a charity run by a Royal Family Member, she is cashing in on her connections. On the other hand, the press villifies her for NOT doing royal duties.
As a private citizen, I don’t think she needs to get involved with a charity or really do anything that any other private citizen is not required to do. Once she is the Princess William, then she better get out there and duty her little butt off.
April 17th, 2009 15:04
Well that is something that I totally understand, she can’t do any duties because she is not a royal.
April 17th, 2009 15:54
Thanks for the link Rman
Interesting video. I couldn’t tell but when was it aired? He seems to be hinting that PW could be getting engaged soon but then again…
April 17th, 2009 16:26
Rman, did it air on Mar ‘09? I thought that is what it said. You always find the best stuff! I assume KM is Protestant, but I guess Ingrid does not even know if, when they will marry. I was just looking at Majesty yesterday but new piece was not up yet. I was hoping she would give the public some type of hint as to what is going on.
Alsgal, miss ya and hope your doing ok!
April 17th, 2009 16:38
Yeah I think it aired in March. I think they know that the engagement is not far away and taking William & Kate more serious. I think the serious tone kicked in last year.
Where is Alsgal? It’s funny how we haven’t heard from her in awhile. Did B have the baby yet?
April 17th, 2009 17:52
Wait is this the same Jeffery Archer that got found guilty of perjury a few years ago? He is also no longer a member of parliment either.
April 17th, 2009 18:00
Alsgal, we do miss you!!!
April 17th, 2009 18:03
Well we all make mistakes warren.
April 17th, 2009 18:03
That’s what I have been asking……WHERE IS ALSGAL! We miss you…..I miss you….
April 17th, 2009 18:21
Rman,thanks for that very interesting video. It seems like that man,whoever he is,lol, may have slipped on his words a bit when talking about William getting engaged. You do come up with the best links! I personally nominate you our resident link king!
April 17th, 2009 18:25
Lisa I sit at the computer all day at work and I just come across the most interesting things on the royals.
Now here’s a link, lol to Victoria & Daniels’ engagement reception.
http://tinyurl.com/cxbcnj
April 17th, 2009 18:30
More pics here:
http://tinyurl.com/c2nbdg
Thanks to the TRF’s site.
April 18th, 2009 12:29
http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/books/non-fiction/article6111951.ece
Review of the Claudia Joseph book
April 18th, 2009 16:26
jj Thanks I had read that review. For anyone who is thinking of buying the Claudia Joseph book, I can honestly say The Times review is more entertaining than what I browsed of Ms Joseph’s book.
April 18th, 2009 16:29
This link is for all posters who love fairy stories. It shows that dreams can come true. It is what the whole of Britain is talking about. For our American cousins across the pond, I understand you know who Simon Cowell is.
Watch the whole video, and note Cowell and the audiences reaction.
Sorry to be off topic Steve, but it is once more a no news week.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lp0IWv8QZY&feature=related
April 18th, 2009 16:45
Hale, there’s no doubt about it that Susan Boyle has touched us all. In out society we look to the young for talent but we forget that the adults have talent too.
April 18th, 2009 17:19
Rman……So true, and well said.
April 18th, 2009 17:35
Hale, so nice to see Simon at a loss for words!
April 18th, 2009 18:06
gracie, I thought that, what a magical moment.
April 18th, 2009 18:29
You should hear her sing “Cry Me a River”. Won’t post a link. Google Susan Boyle and “Cry Me a River” and a couple of links come up. Worth listening to. I hope she accomplishes whatever she wants.
April 18th, 2009 18:31
It’s on You Tube. Not bad.
Found this article on Chelsy Davy, its not to be taken seriously. I found it amusing.
http://uncyclopedia.wikia.com/wiki/Chelsy_Davy
April 18th, 2009 19:24
LOL, that’s an interesting artical.
April 18th, 2009 21:12
Ek Hale that’s an interesting one alright….
April 19th, 2009 11:24
*Ked:
“Perhaps I can liven things up with a story heard whilst someone else was in their cups. That since the Seychelles visit in August 2007 PW and KM have not actrually been a ‘couple’ but yes just good friends”
*
Where are you Ked, would like to hear more on this.
April 19th, 2009 11:54
Thanks HALE for that article. It really is silly – can you imagine what would happen to Chelsy if she actually did spear and eat a corgi – Her Majesty would be screaming, “Off with her head”.
April 19th, 2009 12:14
green earth, Ked is just messing with you. He and everybody knows that William & Kate is a couple. That’s just how it is. There’s no if, ands, but’s about it. That’s reality. Ked has a history of playing around with us from time to time.
Now, I thought I thought that artical on Chelsy was funny and no I don’t think she ate one of Her Majesty’s corgi’s, lol.
April 19th, 2009 15:42
Hello,
I’m a long way from home but managed to log on at great expense.
JJ, I wasn’t actually agreeing with the sentiments of my slightly dozy friend who incidentally does come up with some ’strange but true stories’ which I often relate to you.
I know the couple spent the last few weekends together but in the company of several others. male and female.
The point being is that they do not behave as a couple , or as many friends behave as a couple when they can’t get enough time alone together even after a few years together.
I initially thought that the family and friends away days were a deliberate attempt to regain a little of KM’s reputation which had been somewhat sullied and batterered in press and here but I do have that ‘funny’ feeling sometimes that something is going on which is a little unexpected.
This has been explained to me by others but I have no intention of startingf any speculation along those lines.
The behaviour of many of the younger royals is at present a little erratic to say the least so I would not be surprised at any result in the future but one thing I am certain of and that is that there will be no finalizing until PW finishes in the servces, not just his training but and end to it. I get the opinion that KM has been very wary of PW’s activities since his early days in Dorset and we are all aware of what happened there and at the IOW.
Must depart as I’m clocking time at an enormous rate , back home 2nd May but will attempt to keep in touch.
April 19th, 2009 16:25
We shall see Ked. William & Kateis continuing their relationship but on the down low side while he’s training. I do understand that the slow news and 0 sightings is driving people nuts, including myself but the year is still young and I think there is more great things to come. Oh I’m sure they have their time together alone. Kate is not in the dark Ked, she knows where things are going.
Meanwhile, Harry is having some fun as a single guy and so is Chelsy. They are young so that’s how the cookie crumbles.
April 19th, 2009 16:35
I was not aware how involved PC was in the Hereford community besides building Harewood Park Estate. He and Camilla just recently visited St. Mary’s Church in town and he is apart of a committe to refurbish the church as well as other dwellings in town. I don’t know if you all remember when he was there this year, but local stone carvers made a PoW gargoyle to be placed under the eves of the church w/various other gargoyles. I was looking at ross on wye civic center org and they have had major construction to the areas near around Harewood Park Estate and being done at a steady pace. They have actually closed the access way off of A40 bypass that looks to connect to the property. I read somewhere that closing roads off was what led people to believe that Highgrove was for PC at the time. They always deny it. Could mean nothing, but alot of resources and money are being put into the town for just rental property for the Duchy. I am still trying to find out if phase 3, the actual main estate is/has been built. The barns were phase 2 and are suppose to be away from the main house.
April 19th, 2009 16:43
Ked, I hate it when you leave us hanging! When you say that you feel funny is that in a drinking “bender” kind of way or that you have had to much to eat and your stomach is huge kind of way? Weekend benders are hard to shake off w/o the hangover!
April 19th, 2009 16:46
Jade Falzon
gracie, as I understand it work is continuing still at the estate. I for one am not surprised PC is involved in the local community in Herefordshire. This is what PC does through his POW’s Trust. Regeneration and renovation. Long may he continue to do so.
Meanwhile, will someone please explain Ked’s post to me, because by the time Ked gets back, I shall be departing for my own holiday in Italy.
What does Ked mean by PW’s early days in Dorset? When was PW in Dorset? What does IOW stand for?
Am awaiting answers with great anticipation. Thank You.
April 19th, 2009 17:18
IOW could mean “Isle of Wight”.
April 19th, 2009 18:04
Hi Hale
I think he is referring to the incident which happened in Dorset I think where PW was pictured with that girl groping her boob and inviting her (some say and boyfriend) back to the officers mess. This was just before they split. KM was living in London and not seeing PW a lot because he just wanted to hang out with the boys. I’m assuming that things have changed since then that PW saw the error of his ways and did an about turn sharpish.
The Harewood estate is an interesting piece of news. It would be interesting to find out what the completion date for it is… That may coincide with the wedding date if there is one to come….
April 19th, 2009 18:19
This is an old article about Harewood house.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-451125/Revealed-The-renovated-estate-meant-Prince-William-Kates-lovenest.html
April 19th, 2009 18:23
I am a bit confused on this Harewood issue. From what I can tell on the internet,Harewood is open to the public. Can someone fill me in?
April 19th, 2009 18:31
Lisa
I just looked as well and was initially confused. Harewood and Harewood Park Estate are two different things completely. If you also have a look at the Duchy of Cornwall website it has the finishing date at 2011?? Does that lead us to a clue or pure coincidence ?
http://www.duchyofcornwall.org/designanddevelopment_rural_harewood.htm
April 19th, 2009 18:42
Thanks for that jj.
April 19th, 2009 18:42
jj,thanks for the link and the info. I see it now. It still seems like it is a property that they intend on using for commercial means. I can’t imagine William and Kate living there but maybe I am just not clear on the proximity or size of the property. Was the wedding delayed because construction was behind? I would find that hard to believe. It is not like they don’t have a place to stay,lol. I will take a look at the Duchy site now.
April 19th, 2009 18:53
Hello guys, jj I think 2011 will be an interesting year. We just have to remain patient on this. At the moment things are very quiet while the training continues but things will pick up later.
April 19th, 2009 18:58
The DM article is old. I have been looking at ‘09 renovations of the town itself as well as the church from Ross on Wye Civic Center Org. Harewood is not open to the public, it does have converted barns and stables for office let, but they are hefty price tag and one has to go through the DoC to apply. I am not sure if these barns were actually part of what would have gone to PW anyway. PC owns 900acres across Hereford, Ross on Wye and some are scattered. The land itself has 3 different chapels on it and St. Denis is the one that has been remodeled for let/short term lease. The property has 3 different stages. The main house/estate is the last to be completed. If you want current info you go to the civic center,etc. The DM piece is old and says nothing about what PC has invested into the community and St. Mary’s renovations. It might not interest you, but I would like to see the main estate built and where exactly it will be located w/in that area.
April 19th, 2009 19:01
It’s not gossip, so it might be boring to ya’ll. I find it interesting so I posted current info on the property. Take it and do what you want w/it.
April 19th, 2009 19:05
Hi Gracie
I know the DM article is old I mentioned that when I first posted the link. A lot of the articles written which I have found are quite old. Do you have a link to the civic center article which you mention?
This also old 2006 article seems to indicate that there was some sort of debate about who the estate was going to be for…
http://neilmichael.wordpress.com/2006/08/16/fit-for-a-king-but-which-prince/
April 19th, 2009 19:32
Sounds like CH wants everything to be on a surprise level. Nothing is given away but it sounds like that either William or Harry will get a palace by next year or 2011. If these two get married next year, they will most likely live at St. James’s or Clarence House until their home is ready.
April 19th, 2009 19:53
I have some opinions on Ked’s post:
“I’m a long way from home but managed to log on at great expense.”
Can I ask why the relative expense of you coming and posting is of interest to the group here? I find it unsettling, as though you want everyone to be thankful for your posts because you deigned to spend so much?
“JJ, I wasn’t actually agreeing with the sentiments of my slightly dozy friend who incidentally does come up with some ’strange but true stories’ which I often relate to you.”
You weren’t? Then what is your real opinion, apart from Middleton being God’s gift to William because she waits and doesn’t cheat. Maybe William finds her excessively boring and only wants s#x from her. Have you thought of that?
“I know the couple spent the last few weekends together but in the company of several others. ma
le and female.”
You have reported that Since Jan 2008 that since Seychelles they have never been alone together. Well the question is are they sharing a bed? If not then i would say they are friends, if they are sharing a bed, than she is a mistress, IF he doesn’t call her for weeks on end and is seeing other women, she isn’t a girlfriend if this is what he is doing, which is what you are implying here and in your history of posts.
“The point being is that they do not behave as a couple , or as many friends behave as a couple when they can’t get enough time alone together
even after a few years together.”
That’s because William is so confused by what he has to do for his work and what he has to do forhimself. Tell your friend to lean over and bend Wily’s ear and tell Willy that you can have it both ways, and if you don’t feel it after this many years it is time to WALK. If you do then do the decent thing and spend sometime with her. Or at least play around like Harry, don’t do it behind Kate’s back like a coward.
“I initially thought that the family and friends away days were a deliberate attempt to regain a little of KM’s reputation which had been somewhat sullied and batterered in press and here but I do have that ‘funny’ feeling sometimes that something is going on which is a little unexpected.”
“This has been explained to me by others but I have no intention of starting any speculation along those lines.”
This is so ridiculous, we aren’t five years old, tell us what the hell that is unexpected that is going on…and who is it unexpected for. Kate fans, Kate, Carole, James Middleton, Williams other conquests. Who exactly is this unexpected for. If you aren’t going to make the statement to support your claim then don’t post anything at all.
“The behaviour of many of the younger royals is at present a little erratic to say the least so I would not be surprised at any result in the future but one thing I am certain of and that is that there will be no finalizing until PW finishes in the servces, not just his training but and end to it. I get the opinion that KM has been very wary of PW’s activities since his early days in Dorset and we are all aware of what happened there and at the IOW.”
Please do us a favour and don’t post that they are happy families again and then turn around and post the same opinion you have had since Jan 2008 that is illustrated above. It is unfair and really doesn’t show your true opinion. You manipulate people on the board, report the truth, not what kate fans want to hear while you slowly dispense what amounts to what the supposed kate haters have been saying for just about as long as you…
April 19th, 2009 20:06
jj,that link was a good read,thanks for finding and posting it. I have a better feel for the situation now. At first it seemed like the whole thing was started as a rumor by the DM so I was not putting too much faith in it.
April 19th, 2009 20:18
wondering, we strive to keep the posts on this site respectful to both the subjects and other posters. I am personally offended by the suggestion that William is only interested in Kate for one thing. There are other blogs on the internet that appreciate those type of comments. I am quite sure you know where to find them. In regards to ked, his opinions,while at times contradictary, are generally harmless and he remains a poster who contributes in a positive way to this site. Please consider playing nice or posting at a site that will welcome the types of comments you are offering.
April 19th, 2009 20:46
Like I said before, my boy Ked like to play with us sometimes but we respect his opinions and his posts are highly appreciated. I think it’s time for us all to calm down. We haven’t seen the couple in awhile and we often get impatient. It is absolutely horrible for people to think William is using this woman and I notice that idea is spreaded around on may of those sites. That’s not fair to the couple and it’s wrong to talk about their sex life.
Things will come to light, just be patient guys.
April 19th, 2009 20:52
I must admit, I have always been baffled by ked. I understand wondering’s frustrations with his posts. However, as Lisa points out, ked is always polite, respectful, and his/her “person of mystery” persona quite diverting.
Furthermore, all of us on this board are big kids. WE are not being manipulated
But thanks for the concern.
April 19th, 2009 20:57
Lisa, I do enjoy Ked’s posts and don’t want him to stop. In wondering’s defense I too started to pull apart what Ked said. My first thought was What do you know about the situation. It sounds like you know something but are not saying anything. I started to post this long entry but erased it. I am just plain confused about what he is talking about. They are friends, couple? At the beginning of the post it sounded like they are both friends. At the end of the post it sounded like they were very much a couple. I do think that if they were not a couple Kate would not hang around him. The sad part about Ked’s post is that he leaves alot to the imabination.(which can go wild) I am keeping my fingers crossed for them while awaiting news.
April 19th, 2009 21:00
I meant to say imagination. Here I go making up words. Good thoughts to all.
April 19th, 2009 21:06
kat,I think ked has achieved his desired effect. He offers tidbits of things he “hears” either in bars or in chat with pals. I think his post are entertaining and captivating and can be frustrating at times. As far as any “real” news, I think he knows as much (or as little,lol) as the rest of us do. The premise that William and Kate are “friends” defies logic in more ways then my fingers are willing to type. The vacations together,Kate’s presence at high profile events and of course the absence of any “other” on either of their part(no, I don’t buy that he has a secret GF and Kate is his personal protection officer,although that theory has afforded me many a good laugh when I sorely needed one!)
Rman is right, we need to sit tight and wait until we hear something reliable and not try to fictionalize the situation anymore then the media and the bloggers already have.
April 19th, 2009 21:15
Ked keeps us on our toes and sometimes on the edge of seats.
Kat, keep those fingers crossed. I have my fingers crossed, toes crossed, eyes crossed, legs crossed and even tongue crossed. By the time we hear anything I will be totally disabled.
April 19th, 2009 21:17
Well said Lisa. Where in the world is Alsgal?
April 19th, 2009 21:23
Check this out..Somebody on Amazon is selling Robin Nunn’s new book on Wills and Kate(slightly used) now when it goes on sale 5/01(revised from 5/02 btw). The asking price? I will let you see it for yourselves because you won’t believe it. My take is either the book will not be published because the engagement is not ready to be announced, or that book is going to be one hot seller come may 1st. It’s kinda funny because that date, may 1st hold a special meaning in my life already. Hmmmm.
April 19th, 2009 21:37
OMG, why that much?
April 19th, 2009 21:44
Hell is the book going to be that hot?
April 19th, 2009 21:58
Ked could be closer to the main issues than imagined and he can’t reveal all things in complete clarity until he is given the go ahead to.
April 19th, 2009 22:18
green earth,
do you think the what Ked meant by the following paragraph is that an engagement will be annouced soon?
“I initially thought that the family and friends away days were a deliberate attempt to regain a little of KM’s reputation which had been somewhat sullied and batterered in press and here but I do have that ‘funny’ feeling sometimes that something is going on which is a little unexpected.”
April 19th, 2009 22:38
Rman, Gracie — thank you and fyi Alsgal has logged in at a terible expense to reach out to you, my felllow BRWers.
However, that shouldn’t imply that Alsgal is anywhere faraway, and/or glamorous. You see, the power generator that brings good things to life in Alsgal’s mobile home went out on us (the Timberlake Times ran a story on our most unfortunate and somewhat surprising explosion) and long story short, or perhaps long, three thousand and seventy nine big ones later and the House of Al is up and running again.
The Damen and Herren facilities are temporarily located outside for now, but we are on target for a September unveiling indoors-wise and let me tell you, a Port-o-Potty isn’t really so bad when it’s just the two of you using it. We went with the Nordic Green, which is a very tasteful shade of dark green and which really seems to blend in with the foliage outside.
Although the explosion also took out the mail receptacle and the back half of Big Al’s Grand Torino (Farmer’s Insurance tells us it is still technically roadworthy with the new rear tires) Alsgal is eagerly awaiting delivery of the Claudia James/Kate Middleton book at any moment via UPS.
April 19th, 2009 22:48
Rman said:
“I have my fingers crossed, toes crossed, eyes crossed, legs crossed and even tongue crossed. By the time we hear anything I will be totally disabled.”
LOL
But forget disability! Think instead of giving Ms. Boyle a run for her money in Britain got Talent
April 20th, 2009 00:28
Yeah I think that is someone thinking that maybe an announcement was going to come before it did. Alsgal I’m glad to see you are back we missed you…
April 20th, 2009 03:03
# Lisa
April 19th, 2009 20:18
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wondering, we strive to keep the posts on this site respectful to both the subjects and other posters. I am personally offended by the suggestion that William is only interested in Kate for one thing. There are other blogs on the internet that appreciate those type of comments. I am quite sure you know where to find them. In regards to ked, his opinions,while at times contradictary, are generally harmless and he remains a poster who contributes in a positive way to this site. Please consider playing nice or posting at a site that will welcome the types of comments you are offering.
FANTASTIC POST.
April 20th, 2009 03:23
Hi Guys. I note that wondering has agaiun changed his name to sound off and get centre place. I think he must really be of low interlect if he thinks he can influence and fool most established posters.
Again take care
April 20th, 2009 03:30
Hi deacon,Its funny you just posted that as I was trying to say the same thing but couldnt find the words. Thank you