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Topic: The British Royal Wedding
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juniperb
Moderator Posts: 5150
From: Blue Star Kachina
Registered: Apr 2009
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posted April 26, 2011 10:27 AM
  
I am all for love, marriage and ceremony.  Yet I have to stop and reflect on the state of the global economy and the high cost the wedding will have on the Britain`s tax payers in particular.
I read this in an article today and am curious of the general opinion of the wedding, it`s costs and it`s value to the people.
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All in all, taxpayers could be on the hook for around $35 million or more at a time when a severe budget deficit has led Cameron's government to make far-reaching cuts to services.Still, given the extra day off work, many Britons don't seem to mind. “I’m certainly not complaining,” Shaw of Investec told a reporter.
http://royalwedding.yahoo.com/blogs/royal-wedding-to-hurt-britains-economy-6351 ------------------
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bunnies
Knowflake Posts: 477
From: u.k
Registered: Apr 2009
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posted April 26, 2011 10:53 AM
Well as I said to a friend of mine (who is on benefits/welfare and has been for the last 5 years) when he posted on FB his abject horror about
"Where my taxes are going" and how he resents footing the bill for this extravagance 
Resisting the urge to say
"What taxes would these be then?"
I merely said that
"I would far rather my money be spent on something uplifting and affirming then seeing my taxes used to keep some ever pregnant skank and her drug dealing boyfriend on benefits"
He then backtracked a bit saying that all this pomp was the "have's" rubbing the noses of the "have not's" in it.Mais au contraire!
Our dear Miss Middleton is living proof (her grandfather was a miner and lived on a council estate)that you can become the bloody have's if you want.
Her parents worked hard, gave her a good education, bit of posh elocution and now she's going to be the flippin' Queen of England!
If that's not "Living the Dream" I don't know what is! IP: Logged |
bunnies
Knowflake Posts: 477
From: u.k
Registered: Apr 2009
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posted April 26, 2011 10:55 AM
By the way my friend is not a drug dealer.
He is just too fat to work.
Yes folks that'll get you disability benefit, your rent paid and a free car in Merry Old England.IP: Logged |
juniperb
Moderator Posts: 5150
From: Blue Star Kachina
Registered: Apr 2009
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posted April 26, 2011 11:54 AM
I believe Pomp and Circumstance is uplifting and sometimes necessary to the working folk`s life. I question why the outlandish costs when it seems to me, society would respect any admin that reflects self restraint in a time of crisis. The U.S.inaugural ball is an event to celebrate but at the cost of squillions!? Who will be watching the wedding ? ------------------
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snarly
Knowflake Posts: 312
From: Wales, UK
Registered: Oct 2010
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posted April 26, 2011 11:55 AM
Bunnies, all too true, I'm afraid...On the subject of the wedding, someone mentioned that national morale was low due mainly to the recession, and the last time we were going through a bad recession coutesy of Maggie Thatcher, there was a Royal wedding... I'm trying not to be so cynical, but it does seem to be timed to lift the Brits' spirit. Or something... IP: Logged |
teasel
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posted April 26, 2011 03:36 PM
We'll be recording it on the DVR. I wasn't that concerned with the whole thing, but England is my home, and I've been missin it. Haven't been home for over twenty years now. IP: Logged |
Quinnie
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posted April 26, 2011 05:38 PM
I disagree. Although there are exceptions to the rule at all levels of the monetary hierarchy...I believe that it is social issues that keep people in benefits and that the Royals should pay for their own wedding like everyone else.I believe that given the choice...(real choice...with equally provided resources)...most people will come to the same conclusion, that working is fulfilling as it contributes to the same system that everyone BENEFITS from. People forget that that system is in place for a reason, and that really in reality, EVERYONE is doing the best that they can each moment.
Eeek....anyway..the Royals...em yes....do we get a national holiday then?
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juniperb
Moderator Posts: 5150
From: Blue Star Kachina
Registered: Apr 2009
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posted April 26, 2011 10:39 PM
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the Royals should pay for their own wedding like everyone else.
Candidly, I didn`t follow Charles & Diana`s wedding and I supposed they did pay for it. Mulling over the cost and who pays for it is what prompted this post ------------------
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cathy
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From: canada
Registered: Jul 2009
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posted April 27, 2011 02:58 AM
Will and Kate told all their wedding guests not to give them wedding gifts, to donate to their charities instead. A lot of the cost is for security for obvious reasons.IP: Logged |
bunnies
Knowflake Posts: 477
From: u.k
Registered: Apr 2009
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posted April 27, 2011 08:06 AM
I think we are only having to pay for the security.
And so we should.
We protect every other despot, dictator and terrorist muppet that lands on our shores so why should we not protect our figureheads?
You wait till Friday. All us Brits will be there flag waving, wiping a tear from our eyes, filled with patriotic fervour.
Even the ones who say they won't be..We love a good moan  IP: Logged |
juniperb
Moderator Posts: 5150
From: Blue Star Kachina
Registered: Apr 2009
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posted April 27, 2011 09:50 AM
I just had a peek at the tiara, wow!------------------
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teasel
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posted April 27, 2011 02:25 PM
quote:
Originally posted by bunnies:
I think we are only having to pay for the security.
And so we should.
We protect every other despot, dictator and terrorist muppet that lands on our shores so why should we not protect our figureheads?
You wait till Friday. All us Brits will be there flag waving, wiping a tear from our eyes, filled with patriotic fervour.
Even the ones who say they won't be..We love a good moan
 That's what I'm talking about.
We've barely paid attention until now, and here's my sister watching something about Harry on TLC, and on Friday, we'll probably be all teary-eyed and thinking, "Aww..." IP: Logged |
bunnies
Knowflake Posts: 477
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posted April 27, 2011 06:01 PM
The reason why people get teary eyed at weddings is the message behind them.
It's that "Hope springs eternal"It's the fact that the human race despite evidence to the contrary will keep on believing that true love exists, that a new marriage will lead to 50 years of bliss, that each new baby born will bring something wonderful to the world. I find it heartwarming. I am an optomist. Always have been. Have cried at every wedding I've been to (and I've had 3 of my own!!)
I love the shiny faces glowing with excitement from everyone in the congregation.
That's when you can see how wonderful human beings are.
We keep on getting back up and having another go and we keep on believing. And I think this is probably one of the few Royal weddings where the couple genuinely do love one another and it's nice to think that William (despite the horror that was his mothers marriage and her life in general)holds that dear and chose his bride carefully instead of being hustled into an alliance.
I think it will be a fabulous day. And I for one with a few friends will be raising a glass of champers to them both  IP: Logged |
starfox
Moderator Posts: 877
From: London England
Registered: Aug 2010
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posted April 27, 2011 06:56 PM
There's not enough money to keep our libraries open..but there is enough money to pay for this facade.. IP: Logged |
juniperb
Moderator Posts: 5150
From: Blue Star Kachina
Registered: Apr 2009
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posted April 28, 2011 09:11 AM
I just heard the Queen will bestow a title on the new Mrs. tomorrow. What are the choices for the new title? ------------------
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Cynnared
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posted April 28, 2011 10:44 PM
I am not a fan of the British Monarchy and I think it is a load of crap that the taxpayers have to shell out $35 million so there can be a wedding. They are rich beyond anybody's wildest dreams and I find it to be greedy, ignorant and travesty that the Royalty look for freebies from the public.I agree, they can pay for their own damn wedding. While they are doing that I honestly think that the whole British Monarchy be abolished. We no longer live in prehistoric, caveman times and I think the French had it right - the world should follow suit. I have not really read one truly significant thing the Queen has ever done. Out of the whole Royal family I think Diana deserves the most respect - she did more in her life and was actually human about the world and life in it not like that crotchety, snobbish old crumpet they call Queen Elizabeth. Now, I need to back away from the computer and find an outlet for this mercury square mars energy and get some relaxation/zen time cause I need it badly. IP: Logged |
lalalinda
Moderator Posts: 2643
From: nevada
Registered: Apr 2009
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posted April 28, 2011 11:19 PM
it's nice to see a Royal Love  Match
http://www.theroyalforums.com/forums/f267/prince-william-and-catherine-middleton-possible-titles-29280-84.html IP: Logged |
PlutoSquared
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From: Mars
Registered: Aug 2010
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posted April 29, 2011 01:02 AM
Good thing I fell asleep after work, and woke up now... I think the royal wedding is on 2 am mountain time??? IP: Logged |
dysfunctionalmystic
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From: England
Registered: Sep 2010
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posted April 29, 2011 08:09 AM
Money gained through tourism etc will more than pay back any cost to the taxpayer. I think the money they get is the equivalent of something stupid like a 35pence from each citizen per year and yet the buildings and pomp attracts millions in tourism each year. And yes they do a lot for charity but then they don't have anything else to do... One thing that has always been overlooked when b!tching about the royals is that they always fight if there is a war, the queen herself worked hard during ww2. Shame you can't say the same about the politicians. IP: Logged |
Ami Anne
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From: Pluto/house next to NickiG
Registered: Sep 2010
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posted April 29, 2011 08:14 AM
It is interesting to me how English people are divided over the Royals.
Some feel protective and engaged with the Royal family.
Some feel they are a drain on the resources of the country.
I,as a US citizen,have never experienced royalty as such but am fascinated by it's place in a country.
I love to hear opinions--pro and con.
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Yrone
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posted April 29, 2011 08:18 AM
I liked her dress and found Andrew's daughters' choice of wardrobe to be a catastrophe  IP: Logged |
juniperb
Moderator Posts: 5150
From: Blue Star Kachina
Registered: Apr 2009
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posted April 29, 2011 08:43 AM
I was quite taken by the little dark haired boy standing next to the Queen on the balcony. (I loved her yellow) He looked so cute and all awash in wonder as he watched the crowds. I wonder where he will be in 20 years ------------------
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juniperb
Moderator Posts: 5150
From: Blue Star Kachina
Registered: Apr 2009
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posted April 29, 2011 09:45 AM
I expected more floral arrangements (hoped ) and I`m curious what flowers the bride carried.
If you have a link to or pic of the bouquet, please share!------------------
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Yrone
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posted April 29, 2011 10:11 AM
If I am not mistaken, she had a bouquet of Lily of the Valleys, she was overall quite basic but in a romantic way, I liked that a lot.IP: Logged |
Coffee
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From: Leeds
Registered: Apr 2009
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posted April 29, 2011 10:21 AM
Sure the wedding will be good for the economy.That and good old tradition. I can only guess that it will last more than a few years, whether one likes it or not. Back to the old ways of people staying together when married. IP: Logged |
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