Who’s having lunch at Buckingham Palace?

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posted by Babs on Friday, 14 May 2010

Yes, you read that right!

Well, it’s not ME that’s having lunch at the Palace, but my nephew Chris. Just so you know which nephew I’m talking about (I have a few) Chris is Sindie’s brother and Sandie’s son. Sindie would have been so proud, as I’ve no doubt Sandie and hubby are.

He has been invited to have lunch with Prince Edward, some time in June. Unfortunately protocol demands that this is as much as I can say, until the event has passed.

Chris’ company built ‘The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award’ website and also help with their digital/online marketing. The lunch is to say thanks for the help they have given over the years.

The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme is a great scheme that gives young people the chance to fulfil their potential, and reach goals that they set for themselves. It’s been a real success with many young people.

Below are some photos taken when Prince Andrew visited his company last year.

Prince Andrew Arriving

Chris with Prince Andrew

I’ve just realized. That’s three generations of my family that have been involved with royalty in some way. My dad met the Queen when he was restoring some of her murals. My brother has been to at least one garden party at the Palace, and now the third generation – Chris.

Why haven’t I been invited? I think I’ll go eat worms!

It’s OK to be a bit proud isn’t it?

Buckingham Palace image from: http://www.bde.enseeiht.fr/clubs/guide-inter/images/grands/Buckingham.palace.jpg

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View Comments for “Who’s having lunch at Buckingham Palace?”

Jaffer | 14 May 2010 at 2:15

How exciting – you folks brushing your shoulders with Royalty. I am sure the worms are fed the best soil at the palace.
Congratulations to Chris.
Penny | 14 May 2010 at 7:09

Of course it's okay to be proud! Congrats to Chris, I hope he really enjoys his day!
Chris | 14 May 2010 at 8:06

I can't wait – I'll make sure Babs has all the gossip and any photos I can get after the event! Just to think that I'll be treading in the steps of some of some incredible historic figures – pretty exciting stuff!
JD at I Do Things | 14 May 2010 at 14:53

Um . . . “a bit proud”? I would be bursting at the seams!

That's so exciting, Babs! I can't wait to hear more. Did he have to practice using the proper soup spoon, etc? I'd be nervous, but what an experience!
babs (beetle) | 14 May 2010 at 17:03

Oh I like the idea of Royal worms!
babs (beetle) | 14 May 2010 at 17:06

He is really excited about it
babs (beetle) | 14 May 2010 at 17:07

I hope you can get some photos. I wonder if they allow it.
babs (beetle) | 14 May 2010 at 17:11

Ha ha! I don't think he has his letter of 'protocol' yet, but I bet it includes all sorts of stuff, like the use of the Royal throne! Should he leave the seat up or down?
Jaffer | 14 May 2010 at 21:26

Also known as the Civil Service (or Public Service of Canada)
junkdrawer | 15 May 2010 at 0:00

Oh, Babs. Proud?! I'd be BUSTING AT THE SEAMS! How wonderful for him. So like this makes me how many degrees of separation from royalty?

(Laughing at Jaffer's comment!)

Mmmm, worms……
babs (beetle) | 15 May 2010 at 0:03

Ha ha ha! Oh Jaffer!
babs (beetle) | 15 May 2010 at 0:07

Kathy, you know me don't you? I am a Royal pain at times so that should be enough. I wonder where that saying comes from – 'A royal pain in the backside'.
Linda R. | 15 May 2010 at 19:51

That is so exciting! Congratulations to Chris. I'll be looking forward to the Royal scoop.
lindamedrano | 15 May 2010 at 23:38

This is fantastic! I want to go! (Actually, I've been, but just to the outside to look see!) You should be very proud of Chris! Wonderful!
babs (beetle) | 15 May 2010 at 23:51

I hope he can get some photos. That would be good.
babs (beetle) | 15 May 2010 at 23:56

Yes, he's worked hard to get where he is. It's nice to see some rewards.
Katherine | 16 May 2010 at 4:51

That is amazing!!!! Maybe one day you can go… it has GOT to be in the cards! Can't wait to hear “after the fact” to see everything that happened!
redheadranting | 16 May 2010 at 5:18

You must be so proud!

If you want an invite, you should send her a piece of handcrafted furniture you've made.
babs (beetle) | 16 May 2010 at 13:14

I think the only thing I'm likely to get now is the telegram if I reach 100 years old
babs (beetle) | 16 May 2010 at 13:23

Ha haaah! I can just see the label. “Hand crafted by two old biddies, from bits of cheap would, in a kitchen in Yorkshire”
comedyplus | 17 May 2010 at 3:22

I would be proud. You should be too. So go ahead.

Have a terrific day. Big hug.
Liudmila | 17 May 2010 at 11:56

Ohhh!!!! That would be sooooo beautiful!!! But I think it's tooo binding with the “hard” things I feel too complicated: dresses, shoes, special behaviour inside these dresses etc etc. (I prefere jeans and casual so as for me I wanted to be on the place of Chris but in an invisible form ;0))))
babs (beetle) | 17 May 2010 at 13:26

You're so right about that. All that men have to do is put a suit and tie on and they're sorted – Not us women!
babs (beetle) | 17 May 2010 at 13:35

I wonder what they eat for lunch. Can't wait to find out all about it.
meleahrebeccah | 17 May 2010 at 23:34

Oh My Goodness! That is TOTALLY SUPER COOL!!!!
*said the mildly jealous girl*
babs (beetle) | 18 May 2010 at 0:05

Yes it is isn't it? I'm glad it isn't me really. I would have NOTHING to wear. I don't think jeans and T shirt would be very acceptable
meleahrebeccah | 18 May 2010 at 0:41

I cant even imagine shopping for an event like that!
And, I would be terrified to speak AT ALL.
babs (beetle) | 18 May 2010 at 0:44

So would I! It'd be the most quiet I had ever been!
meleahrebeccah | 18 May 2010 at 0:48

And all stiff and still! Like a statue!
babs (beetle) | 18 May 2010 at 0:52

Yes. Ha ha ha!

Maybe royalty have a way of making people relax when in their company. I bet they do
meleahrebeccah | 18 May 2010 at 1:38
Marie Cooper | 23 May 2010 at 0:46

Of course you're proud! I'm proud that I read the blog of someone who has a nephew dining at the palace. lol The whole idea of royalty is such fun. I love documentaries about the Royal Family, especially glimpsing a human side of them. Chris will have some lovely stories.
babs (beetle) | 23 May 2010 at 1:08

I expect it will be one of those memories that will stay with him always. It would me!
Maureen K | 24 May 2010 at 18:09

Wow! How exciting! The closest to the Royals I got is my uncle… he served as Prince Charles' body guard when he would visit Canada. He met him quite a few times and Charles gave him his cowboy hat that the Calgary Stampede awarded him with because it was too big for his head!
babs (beetle) | 25 May 2010 at 12:44

Oh, wow! That's quite a thing. To say you protected Prince Charles, more than once is quite something. And to get a gift too!