Long Live the Queen!

[calzephyr]

I was surprised at how out of sorts I was when I heard the news Queen Elizabeth passed. Whether or not you love/hate/meh the British monarchy, their role in colonialism or their place in a contemporary society, Queen Elizabeth was a huge part of Canadian culture. She's been on our money for decades. Her portrait graced classrooms and public buildings. Queen Elizabeth reminds me of my grandmother--she lived a few years longer and saw a ton of history and technological changes. The Queen's passing is like the death of a far-off family member for me. Someone you knew a lot about, but never met, but still have some feelings for.

And of course, she was parodied by Kids in the Hall back in the 90s. One of my favourite sketches of all time TBH!

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[nibblezz]

As an American, despite her age, I was a bit shocked and later saddened to hear of her passing.

That skit was pretty funny, lol.

[calzephyr]

Yeah, King Charles just doesn't seem...right. She was one of the few things with longevity in the world, LOL.

Hehe, yes, I love that sketch because it's so affectionate and funny without being mean-spirited. And so...Canadian :-)

[nibblezz]

It's not just you. Calling him King Charles III to me feels WRONG, lol. The man is so off-putting.

She was one of the few things with longevity in the world, LOL.
That is so true :(