When Meghan Met Her New Grandmother-in-Law
Let me tell you a story about a nervous yet eager Meghan Markle. On June 14, she joined her new grandmother-in-law, Queen Elizabeth, for a special occasion: the opening of the Mersey Gateway Bridge. This was their first solo outing together, and you could feel the excitement in the air. Picture this: Meghan, still finding her footing as a royal, alongside the seasoned and composed Queen Elizabeth. It was a moment that showcased both their personalities and their growing bond.
A Minor Mishap in the Queen’s Bentley
Now, here's where things got a little amusing. Before climbing into the Queen's Bentley, there was a small moment of hesitation. "What is your preference?" Meghan asked the Queen politely. The Queen, ever the diplomat, replied with a simple, "You go first." Meghan, caught off guard, responded with a cheerful, "Oh, okay." It was a lighthearted exchange that gave us all a peek into their personalities. The Queen's poise and Meghan's willingness to adapt made this moment both endearing and memorable.
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Celebrating the Mersey Gateway Bridge
At the ceremony, the duo enjoyed a delightful dance performance by local school children, celebrating 1,000 years of crossings over the river. Meghan couldn’t help but express her admiration, saying, "It’s a magnificent bridge." Andrew Curphey, whose theater company brought together 80 children from nine local schools for the performance, was absolutely thrilled. "It’s been a massive treat — a massive buzz for us all," he gushed. He added, "They both wanted to talk. The best moment was just before they left. Meghan turned back to me and said, 'The children did great by the way.' It was such a heartfelt acknowledgment."
The Controversy Over Meghan's Shoulders
Earlier in the week, Meghan faced some backlash for showing her shoulders at the Trooping the Colour event with her new husband, Prince Harry. Wearing an off-the-shoulder dress by Carolina Herrera, she looked stunning, but some social media critics felt she broke protocol. "Kate [Middleton] will ALWAYS be the classy one. Who wears an off-the-shoulder number to such an event? Oh, MM, that’s right," one Twitter user wrote. Another added, "She broke the royal protocol again by wearing a sexy dress when a more discreet outfit was de rigueur and not an 'off shoulder dress.' She will never learn because she craves the limelight." Despite the criticism, Meghan seemed to handle the transition with grace.
Meghan's Grace Under Pressure
Andrew Curphey noted Meghan's calm demeanor during this significant first official engagement with the Queen. "She was really calm considering it was her first official engagement with the boss," he said. "She is with the boss
