A day indeed. I watched it from twenty past ten in the morning until the Red Arrows swept across the sky. I thought the parades were spectacular, the coaches were fabulous and the service itself sublime. Nothing appeared to go wrong - I expect it did but if so it was well-covered up.
Everyone behaved with decorum - Harry, smartly dressed, slipped in almost unnoticed (and slipped out and off home again in the blink of an eye), Andrew came along on one of his rare visits, duly supported by his daughters and their spouses- who appear to stood by him nobly through his downfall. The King looked increasingly tired as the proceedings went on - I should think so. A visit the night before to the crowds on the Mall and - presumably hosting a meal for all the visiting dignitaries- I guess he might have started the day pretty worn out. But he bore up splendidly even with all that Royal Regalia on - and the sight of him in just his shirt and trousers before he donned it all was a humbling moment as I am sure it was intended to be.
I admired his fortitude and that of Queen Camilla. You could almost feel the support she was giving him.at a time when he surely needed it.
And now to presumably go to the concert tonight - for me that would definitely be the last straw that broke the camel's back after the sublime rendering of the music yesterday.
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He will have to put up with Lionel Richie singing All Night Long - thankfully only the song, not all night, although it will probably feel like it.
I tried to peek through the gaps in the screen.
From the highlights that I saw it did seem to go rather well.
Everything went to perfection and it was lovely to watch this historic event.
It was beautiful to watch and very informative regarding English history and the meaning of the rituals and objects. I can imagine the King and Queen would much prefer to stay home tonight in their pjs and take it easy, rather than dress up again, be sociable and listen to too loud a music with a large crowd.
Such a significant event, I thought it was faultless and magnificent. We Brits can feel very proud.
The coronation service was wonderful. It was a beautiful day in all respects.
Beautifully written! Thank you.
We were on a 17 km hike on what turned out to be a perfect spring day here, so no TV at all for us. But I am probably going to watch highlights on one of the next few days, as rain is forecast so we won‘t be getting many or long walks in.
From the picture on Yorkshire Pudding‘s blog, it looked like Charles and Camilla were both exhausted - understandably so. They are in their seventies and no doubt have had very long and very busy days or even weeks leading up to the coronation.
I loved the horses, the music, the parades, the uniforms, in other words all of it. It was my second corination, this one in colour, so much nicer..do you think we will live long enough to make it three? GG
I agree wholeheartedly with your post. I believe there were a few contributors to the concert that were more classical. I also thought that Prince George carried out his first official royal duties perfectly. It was most certainly a day that we will all remember, and I was glad to see that the King looked more relaxed acknowledging the cheers from the balcony at Buckingham Palace.
One of those events when I wished we had a bigger TV! I really enjoyed the whole thing.
It was lovely. I enjoyed it.
I felt the warmth of support for him, from Queen Camilla, the clergy officiating, Prince William, the young page boys, grandson included - all helping him to carry off this very important event in his life with his energy levels and strength and awareness of the whole word watching having to be considered...and those beautiful horses and carriages!
Perhaps his demeanor had much to do with still carrying grief for his mother Queen Elizabeth on such an important day. Emotionally he must be exhausted, so how lovely that he has William pledging his loyalty - a very touching moment indeed. - Pam, Aust.
I watched and watched. Charles was so tired. He said Thank You When William kissed him. Lovely.
Oh, I thought it went off quite well.I did find it worrisome once he was crowned and then had to walk around and actually do stuff. I kept think how awful it would be if it toppled off and rolled around.
I got up at 5:00 AM to watch. My husband thought that was silly, he taped it but I like to see things live and for real.
I greatly enjoyed the whole thing.
A wonderful show all round. I'm afraid I didn't stay up for the music.
It was a memorable occasion. X
Glad to here that everyone enjoyed the day - except perhaps the royal couple themselves. I certainly wouldn't want all that fuss.
Tasker you made me laugh!
Tom - trust you!
Thanks everyone.
GG I sincerely hope not.
I thought it was all wonderful and enjoyed every minute of it. I did worry that it was tiring for Charles though and am sure he was relieved when it was over and all had gone perfectly.
Getting up early over here was of course so worthwhile. I loved every moment and as always was so proud to be British. I wish the King and Queen a reign of many years - but seeing William and Kate, and young George, who are in line for the future is a welcome sight - they all were amazing on Saturday.
Pat, I checked your blog first as I wanted your balanced "take" on the Coronation. You never disappoint.
I agree with all you say although I felt the Archbishop of Canterbury was a little too hardcore in the sheer Protestantism of the service.
Charles has said in the past he wanted to be made Defender of Faiths ( and here I would have liked the additional inclusion of "or none" ) but this was scotched in favour of Defender of your Faith ( addressing Jesus )
I liked that Richi Sunak- a Hindu - read one of the gospels. The Rev Richard Coles tweeted that it was one of the finest deliveries of a gospel he's ever heard.
That glorious occasion was my 2nd coronation but as I was 2 when Queen Elizabeth was crowned, I didn't pay any attention then.
Hugs!
Yes, a wonderful day all round.
Missed it all as we were off on a weekend adventure. I did see a few photos and noticed how tired and old Charles seemed I was rather surprised to find that he is only 3 years older than me. I guess the duties of royalty must be quite wearing. Camilla looked well though.
Yellow shoes - Interesting what you say about Rishi Sunak (he is my MP as well as PM.
Thanks to you all
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