I know I promised a recap of sitting volleyball and cycling today, but unfortunately that will have to wait one more day. However, one photo perfectly sums up today’s events.. I like to call it “the best photo I’ve ever taken in my life.”
“Hey girl, come and get it.” – Prince Harry
Happy New Year and welcome to Keep Calm and Harry On! In the spirit of the new year , I am bringing you what I see to be the major moments for the Royal Family 2011. It was a big year for The Monarchy, from weddings to important state visits – there has been no shortage of news and excitement! The site is still a work in progress, so please be bare with me as I continue to develop it. Enjoy the first post and please leave comments!
Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her 85th birthday on Apr. 21
Prince William and Catherine Middleton, now The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, marry on Apr. 29
US State Visit to London in May - ‘We are here to celebrate the tried, tested and – yes – special relationship between our two countries.' - Her Majesty on the US/UK relationship
Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh make a state visit to Ireland in May
The Duke of Edinburgh turns 90-years-old on Jun. 10
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge take their first official royal tour together to Canada in June/July
Zara Phillips, The Queen's eldest granddaughter, marries Mike Tindall on Jul. 30
Prince Harry arrives in El Centro, California for military training in October
On Oct. 19, The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh arrive in Australia for an 11 day Royal tour
The Duchess of Cambridge steps in for Prince Charles to attend her first solo engagement in October - a dinner for the charity In Kind Direct
After undergoing an emergency coronary stent procedure at Papworth Hospital on Dec. 24, The Duke of Edinburgh is released on Dec. 27
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