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Post by paca on May 29, 2021 11:21:49 GMT -5
You know, if Rainier would have had qe2 s health, Albert would never have gotten married. He would have continued to father offspring, but none of them would ever have ascended to the throne. Rainier might haven even eventually changed the constitution for Carolines benefit and to insure that Andrea would become undisputed heir.... So much for alternative history from my POV. btw German steel is nonexisting these days, like a lot of industries. Our former industrial belt is rotting. The car industry hasn't realized yet that time is up. Kids these days are less interested in cars then they used to be. They are also getting their input from Asia rather then the US, due to Manga and gaming. They don't even watch US TV or movies anymore or listen to the music. Given that Asian countries are dominating our household these days and China is imposing itself, I find it interesting how our youth has prepared itself without us noticing. Current politicians are still thinking in cold war terms and our youth and Asia have quietly prepared themselves for the future. I don't think that China will start a war or invade anywhere, as they historically know it is not good for them, but they use financial and political influence. Unlike the west, the east seems capable of learning from history.
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Post by agentf on May 30, 2021 8:55:35 GMT -5
Hindsight is 20-20. Does anyone have QE2's longevity?? 😀 Girl power! Albert has such a gap with his children that he'd be wise to groom a nephew for the interim as a defense mechanism. (I think I've said it before). Leading will be teamwork because often trying to replace a ruler whose country has grown exponentially might take a whole team to handle the multifacets so family relations should be a priority and team building, a necessity for all royals in facing modern challenges. On the other hand, technology can centralize executive power but I myself shudder at a total reliance on technology that's not indigenous. But what do I know. You know, if Rainier would have had qe2 s health, Albert would never have gotten married. He would have continued to father offspring, but none of them would ever have ascended to the throne. Rainier might haven even eventually changed the constitution for Carolines benefit and to insure that Andrea would become undisputed heir.... So much for alternative history from my POV. btw German steel is nonexisting these days, like a lot of industries. Our former industrial belt is rotting. The car industry hasn't realized yet that time is up. Kids these days are less interested in cars then they used to be. They are also getting their input from Asia rather then the US, due to Manga and gaming. They don't even watch US TV or movies anymore or listen to the music. Given that Asian countries are dominating our household these days and China is imposing itself, I find it interesting how our youth has prepared itself without us noticing. Current politicians are still thinking in cold war terms and our youth and Asia have quietly prepared themselves for the future. I don't think that China will start a war or invade anywhere, as they historically know it is not good for them, but they use financial and political influence. Unlike the west, the east seems capable of learning from history.
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Post by paca on May 30, 2021 11:31:13 GMT -5
Did you know that there are actually historians who research alternative history? Obviously, it is difficult to prove that what they consider a possibility would have happened, but I find it fascinating. Because we can try to learn avoid making decisions that lead to war etc. Also it is interessting to find out where and when and by whom decisions where made and what went wrong. I think it is fairly well established that WW2 was a direct result of the Versaille treaty. Obviously no one could have predicted it's monstrosity, but then again, every war is a monstrosity to be avoided. The wars past ww2 show clearly thatevery act of war has the potential to turn into a genozide. Look at Ruanda, look at the war involving former Jugoslavia, look at Turkey and Syria and what is happening to the Kurds. And an entire state gets thrown under the bus, because Saudi Arabia and Iran don't get on. So they fight in Jemen. Anyways, we should pay more attention to those who try to learn about avoiding mistakes, rather than listen to the lobbyists who have politicians ears most of the time. I'd love to live in a less corrupt world. When you see politicians line their pockets during a pandemic, and while you worked hard to pass your exams honestly, you see politicians cheating on their doctorates and staying in office or standing to get voted into office, you really wonder why bother with democracy. Who can you vote for these days? These days in Germany almost all of the parties have voted for laws, that allow the rich to get richer, keep the poor poor, but quiet, and establish a system that keeps this society unjust. So why bother about the far right? It's not like they would be much worse for most of us. They'd line their pockets like the others, just more obvious to the audience. And lets face it, many people would do the same if they had the chance. I just received a letter from a judge mocking me, because I pointed out that his calculation was wrong and to my advantage as it would lower the costs for me. Since I won't be able to pay them in either case, it makes no difference to me. I only wanted to point out that he got the simplest thing wrong. But he is arrogant. Eventually he will fall. They always do. Just have to wait and get the popcorn ready.
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Post by paca on Jul 2, 2021 13:46:23 GMT -5
apparently Albert opened the great summer exhibit at the grimaldi forum on Giacometti. It's the first in 2 years. One I would go to see. It is open from tomorrow to end of September
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Post by agentf on Jul 4, 2021 7:33:10 GMT -5
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Post by paca on Jul 4, 2021 9:23:59 GMT -5
Why does ALbert need to open an Italian port? Does Monaco have financial stake in it? Camille resembles Grace in her later years. She should stop using those filters on instagram making her look thinner than she really is. She always had curves. She was in contrast to her siblings and her mother never the sportive one. So what. Nothing wrong with going your own path and embracing your natural body. If you have a problem with your looks, then put the effort to it, but this fakery with filters or worse surgery puts me off. Obviously it isn't easy when you grow up with photographers, natural beauties and operated ones to find confidence in yourself, but I think by now she is old enough to move past it. Maybe she needs to leave MC for a while to find her own feet and grow up. Don't become a second Melanie.
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Post by axelle on Jul 10, 2021 8:34:50 GMT -5
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Post by paca on Jul 10, 2021 9:49:25 GMT -5
and they still don't seem to be able to decide what rules apply. one with mask, the others without and when with mask the ones that don't protect you from anything. So whats the point. Albert seems to look better and more relaxed without his wife around, but he looks like the kids granddad... and both kids look very wittstock. I think Gabriella goes after her mom when it comes to behaviour. Ok for a child, but not so much 4 decades later...
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Post by axelle on Jul 10, 2021 10:22:44 GMT -5
He does look like their granddad!
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Post by paca on Jul 10, 2021 14:02:24 GMT -5
well he does have the age. Btw I like how Caro embraces her granny status and has decided to go gray. Her hair looks much healthier now. If she'd give up on the cigarettes and booze her skin would improve as well. But in general I think she is in a good place with her children, grandchildren and extended family. And given that she has lost her mother and her husband, I have never heard her or her children moan about that or act out. Unlike Albert and Harry.
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Post by agentf on Jul 10, 2021 15:55:27 GMT -5
A very involved one 😉 and if you look closely at CC blowing kisses from SA at the kids, her neck is grandma-style too. It would be nice if they had a calming nanny or aunty, cousin etc present to bridge the gap. Who would have thought he'd have to handle childrearing single-handedly... He does look like their granddad!
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Post by axelle on Jul 20, 2021 16:34:20 GMT -5
So is PA in Tokyo for the Olympics?
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Post by paca on Jul 20, 2021 17:58:37 GMT -5
he was in MC on Friday with his family for the red cross concert. So no idea if he is going or allowed. To be honest, I didn't care much for the Euro 2020. It was a desaster pandemic wise. Just look at the numbers in Britain going up. And they are the most vaccinated in Europe. Besides they had a doped footballer collapse right in the beginning and no one bothered. So why would anyone bother watching doped athletes at the Olympics. We just had the doped tour de France...and no one bothers reporting on it. So I for one have completely lost interest. There are far more interesting and important things happening then watching any of these people.
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Post by axelle on Jul 20, 2021 20:51:42 GMT -5
He is definitely there I saw him at the IOC session.
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Post by paca on Jul 21, 2021 4:37:12 GMT -5
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Post by paca on Jul 21, 2021 4:40:03 GMT -5
He is definitely there I saw him at the IOC session. making sure he is even further away from his wife. So did he take the kids as well or are they home alone with staff or shipped off to see their mother?
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Post by axelle on Jul 21, 2021 17:31:52 GMT -5
He didn't take the kids as the IOC was strict, no visitors or accompanying persons due to COVID restrictions at the Games. Kids must be back in Monaco with someone. Don't know?
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Post by agentf on Jul 21, 2021 18:26:34 GMT -5
Speaking of the Euro 2020...(pardon the cross-posting) but see how a certain pair's attempt now at seeding blinds is meeting with hilarious comments: www.crazydaysandnights.net/2021/07/blind-items-revealed-5_02142425098.htmlMeanwhile axelle, I imagine a conversation like this, regarding the kiddoes: Albert: Hey Gareth Gareth: Yo Albert, what's up? Albert: Are you doing anything on Friday? Gareth: I'm always standing by, mate! Albert: Why don't you & the missus join the family for the Summer Red Cross lunch thingie? Gareth: You don't mean that!! Serious??? Albert: Yeah and afterwards, the kids would love a sleepover (rubs his hands and dusts off the passport) Gareth: Oh yeah, sure! We can all Facetime their mother... The End he was in MC on Friday with his family for the red cross concert. So no idea if he is going or allowed. To be honest, I didn't care much for the Euro 2020. It was a desaster pandemic wise. Just look at the numbers in Britain going up. And they are the most vaccinated in Europe. Besides they had a doped footballer collapse right in the beginning and no one bothered. So why would anyone bother watching doped athletes at the Olympics. We just had the doped tour de France...and no one bothers reporting on it. So I for one have completely lost interest. There are far more interesting and important things happening then watching any of these people.
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Post by axelle on Jul 21, 2021 18:34:56 GMT -5
Speaking of the Euro 2020...(pardon the cross-posting) but see how a certain pair's attempt now at seeding blinds is meeting with hilarious comments: www.crazydaysandnights.net/2021/07/blind-items-revealed-5_02142425098.htmlMeanwhile axelle, I imagine a conversation like this, regarding the kiddoes: Albert: Hey Gareth Gareth: Yo Albert, what's up? Albert: Are you doing anything on Friday? Gareth: I'm always standing by, mate! Albert: Why don't you & the missus join the family for the Summer Red Cross lunch thingie? Gareth: You don't mean that!! Serious??? Albert: Yeah and afterwards, the kids would love a sleepover (rubs his hands and dusts off the passport) Gareth: Oh yeah, sure! We can all Facetime their mother... The End he was in MC on Friday with his family for the red cross concert. So no idea if he is going or allowed. To be honest, I didn't care much for the Euro 2020. It was a desaster pandemic wise. Just look at the numbers in Britain going up. And they are the most vaccinated in Europe. Besides they had a doped footballer collapse right in the beginning and no one bothered. So why would anyone bother watching doped athletes at the Olympics. We just had the doped tour de France...and no one bothers reporting on it. So I for one have completely lost interest. There are far more interesting and important things happening then watching any of these people. ROFL!!
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Post by paca on Jul 22, 2021 4:29:30 GMT -5
he could have dropped off the kids in SA too. Even if they have to quarantine, their mother could join them. Nothing against staying with their uncle and cousins, but if they see more of them then their mother.... as to Gareth, he is living off ALbert anyways. His job is to be there at his beck and call. But in this case I think he got into the pick for PR reasons. As if him standing there in Albert's old suit and his wife in some borrowed dress would mean that there is no divorce. I do believe her own statements about her health issues, but that does not exclude divorce. A caring husband would have made more of an effort either to be there with her or to get her home with him. For the kids and to avoid all this negative PR it would have been better to get her home to MC. She could still cop out of engagements for health reasons, but at least she could be with her kids. A few years from now the kids will want distance to their parents, but at this age they crave their parents.
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