Today was the day of the press has dubbed the wedding of the century, the real-life cinderella story. Like millions, I followed the live telecast, marveling over the grand beauty of the abbey (loved the live potted plants), the lovely ceremony, and of course, the dress (although I was a bigger fan of the halo tiara, but then again I can never pass on jewelry). Like many, I couldn't forget the last British event I had followed from start to finish--the late Princesss Diana's funeral.
In a world where we herald democracy and follow the recent people's revolutions in places like Egypt and libiya with revel, what is it about royalty that stills enraptures us? And while the United Kingdom has been overshadowed by other world superpowers in recent times, why is it that the British monarchy is regarded as THE monarchy, and this wedding THE royal wedding?
Some people think it a crime to spen dso lavishly on a wedding when there is so much turmoil and grievance in the world. Others laud it as a vicarious fantasy that allows them to dream of better things. Regardless, I think a happy wedding and marriage is always a cause for a celebration.
To celebrate, I'm going to try my hand at the favorite royal chocolate biscuit cake that is to serve as Prince William's groom cake. Best wishes for the lovely couple!
http://www.epicurious.com/articlesguides/holidays/weddings/royal/recipes/food/views/Chocolate-Biscuit-Cake-364790
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