It’s got to be said: it’s been coming a while.
Yesterday?
Saw the death of Queen Elizabeth 2nd.
I’m not especially republican, nor a rampant monarchist.
But — as many of us do — feel saddened*.
After all, the woman was on the throne since 1952: was a psychological anchor point for the UK — and fifteen other nations — for seven decades.
The world changes: and, even if it is only the face on stamps and coins changing? Or the words of an anthem?
That’s not necessarily a comfortable thing.
~≈†≈~
Just as a thought … ?
I’ve seen many questions on Quora — since Wednesday, in point of fact — asking about the Queen.
Many? Coming from what I assume aren’t monarchies: asking who takes over from her.
Which always amazes me, having grown up in one of the best knowns monarchies on the planet.
I’m someone who knows perfectly well that Charles, the former Prince of Wales, is now king: and took over the minute his mother died.
The Queen? Is dead.
Long live the King†º.
~≈†≈~
With all that said … ?
Life goes on.
Which means I have to be out of the flat by 12:30.
I really do have to get to the meeting with my work coach on time.
~≈†≈~
