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The Miscellaneous Thought Thread
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Dear Prudence
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I mean I WANT both. The applications to auditions fees (which are JUST AS ARCHAIC, WTH) are just like college application fees (which are also archaic and awful), but in this case, you are playing to apply to work. Not every opera company charges for them these days, but some still do, but it's the principle to me of going through the last two years and clinging to stuff that wasn't working even though your industry is struggling to recover! It makes no sense! I took the last two years off because of Covid (obviously) and now I finally feel good about rejoining that world. The tattoo and the fees are about the same for the next season, and I want both, but I have to be an *adult*. Mayyy beee if I book a lucrative contract, the tattoo could be my reward.
PS, I love when they lifted the cast member tattoo ban, and most of them had DISNEY TATTOOS.
Dear Prudence
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I am no monarchy fan (My grandmother was a Geordie), but I legitimately bummed that the Queen never went to Disneyland, but the footage and photos of Diana and the boys on Splash Mountain (especially knowing that she had them wait in line like everyone else) always makes me 
TP2000
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I always forget that it is, and then this morning I was reminded of it. I rather like the way the owners have handled things today, with that lovely picture of her at the top of the page and all. God bless them in their time of sorrow!
I don't think we could ever ask for better friends and allies than the British.
Amen.
Dear Prudence
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She was only even queen because of a series of flukes, which is so wild to me! I didn't even know that until a few years ago.
To be honest, Charles and William should just hang it up now and let Louis run the show (even though he is also not a direct heir, they should just let him, he and Charlotte seem to have ish under control).
Phroobar
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BasiltheBatLord
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Sounds great!
Dear Prudence
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I am itching and sweating just thinking about that.
Californian Elitist
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I agree that should a (non-working) monarchy exist, the way GB has been doing it is the way it should be. I will tune in for the funeral and King Charles III’s coronation. Personally, it’s going to be hard for me not to watch both. We don’t have anything very similar in the US, so it should be interesting to watch.Agreed on the monarchy thing. We fought a long, bloody war and gained our independence from that outdated and inherently unfair system. That said, I think the UK in the last 120 years has changed its monarchy into a mostly ceremonial system that is most effective, and something only the Brits could do well. And think of the gifts to the world the British gave us all, with their steady drive over the last 400 years to establish democratic ideals, fair representation and rule of law, their sacrifice of British lives and resources of the British Royal Navy to end the trans-Atlantic slave trade in the 1800's, etc., etc.
If there is a place for monarchy in the 21st century, Great Britain and Queen Elizabeth perfected it into its most appropriate and effective format.
I'm somehow looking forward to the pomp and majesty of Queen Elizabeth's funeral and ceremonies in the days ahead. I think it's going to be fascinating to watch, and quite reflective for many of us.
I know some Brits are mad about having to refer to Camilla as “Queen” now. I’m here for that drama.
Yes, exactly. It’s amazing that she, a woman, reigned for so long and is considered one of the greatest monarchs. I wouldn’t necessarily label myself a feminist, but in a world where, in various ways, men are still thought of as superior, that Queen Elizabeth II sat on the throne for that long and with that much respect is pretty cool.
Right??? I started watching The Crown when I was sick with COVID in late 2020 (only a few episodes), and that’s when I learned that she only became queen because her uncle abdicated the throne. I’ve been watching videos on European monarchies, particularly English ones, and I discovered that Elizabeth and Philip were cousins. I found this out last year, but I didn’t know exactly how they were related. Turns out Queen Victoria was both Elizabeth’s and Philip’s great-great grandmother.
Apparently, William and Kate are distantly related, too.Louis is bad, and I’m here for his antics. Quite funny to watch from across the pond lol.
DrAlice
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While weird by modern, Western standards, the British monarchy has got nothing on the ancient Egyptians. Many pharaohs married their siblings (or children!).Right??? I started watching The Crown when I was sick with COVID in late 2020 (only a few episodes), and that’s when I learned that she only became queen because her uncle abdicated the throne. I’ve been watching videos on European monarchies, particularly English ones, and I discovered that Elizabeth and Philip were cousins. I found this out last year, but I didn’t know exactly how they were related. Turns out Queen Victoria was both Elizabeth’s and Philip’s great-great grandmother.
Gotta stay in power somehow, I guess.
DrAlice
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If you don't think sexism still exists,
EDITED based on conversation below. Sexism DID exist in the royal family, but they fixed it before Charlotte.
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Californian Elitist
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Very true! I just watched a video on Cleopatra and how inbred she was a few days ago lol. Same with King Tut.While weird by modern, Western standards, the British monarchy has got nothing on the ancient Egyptians. Many pharaohs married their siblings (or children!).
Gotta stay in power somehow, I guess.
I’d rather die alone. DISGUSTING.
On second thought I’ll stay home
Californian Elitist
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Fantastic! I actually am looking forward to reacting and discussing with everyone in the thread.
Where do we tune in?
Dear Prudence
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I am logging out for the weekend. First the queen, now D23, Issa no
Practical Pig
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I think the picture of Queen Elizabeth II that WDWMagic has bannered in tribute to her is a terrific choice. It shows a face shaped by the experience of a life weighted with great responsibility, that yet expresses strength, shrewdness, and kindness. There is a vitality to it, and it reflects the impression I have always had of her. This is truly the end of an era.
Queen Elizabeth II lived for 39% of the history of the USA.
Queen Elizabeth II lived for 39% of the history of the USA.
Californian Elitist
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We’ll be discussing in the thread below. The livestream links should go up day of. The panel starts at 10:30 am.
DLR D23 Discussion & News
Let’s use this space to discuss, react to, praise, and inevitably complain about any DLR news at D23, if there even is any.
TP2000
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You're a better person than I am. I don't have the dedication or interest to log on for some livestream on Sunday instead of going to a post-heat wave brunch with friends while I leave the phone in the car. But I'll probably check in here later on Sunday to see what they announced for Disneyland. Motorboat Cruise area?
But I completely understand your position, and I admire you for it.
