So in case you didn’t know, there was a royal wedding today in Edinburgh. Zara Phillips, Queen Elizabeth’s granddaughter, married Mike Tindall, England’s Rugby team captain. [And GRACIOUS if you see his face you can tell that man plays a hard hitting sport. Yowsa.]
And since it was a gorgie-poo day in Edinburgh, and since I live in Edinburgh, my roomie and I walked down to where the hoopla was happening.
Vlogging ensued.
A few notes of interest:
- I’m terribly self-centered when I’m videoing, often cutting poor Becky head off or in half or the like. It’s shameful. Forgive my selfishness.
- Becky is a natural. An absolute natural at vlogging.
- Accent identification: Becky is English, Rich is Northern Irish.
- I’m just learning how to use iMovie ’11, so forgive my lack of knowledge/editing skillz.
- I’m kinda short, forgive my lack of view.
Now on with the ssshhhhooooowwww!
Welcome to my new life. Is it an exaggeration to say I rubbed shoulders with royalty today?
Well, we shared air. That’s enough for me. 
Y’all have a great weekend.
Maybe next time you come to NC we can take you to see the Dairy Queen. Lame. We are so lame here. Congratulations on being royal now. I can’t wait to watch that video again. It was splendid.
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:16 am
Can’t wait to meet Prince Cookie Dough Blizzard.
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Love the video!
Perhaps when you come back to NC I’ll drive us to Dairy Queen {like Emily mentioned} in my limo! Now that will be royal-like, right?
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:17 am
Don’t get my hopes up unless you mean it.
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caroline Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 7:28 am
I’m completely serious!
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You are so famous. And fancy. What with your vlogging and your royals.
By the way, I walked away from this post with one point and one point only: Must look up Mike Tindall’s face. And wowsa is right! I have never in my life seen such a crooked nose. Note to self: Don’t pick up rugby.
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:17 am
Seriously. He wasn’t an ugly kid- his sport just moved his nose. Bless him.
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Oh You fancy huh!
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:18 am
That’s right.
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I love that Becky said that Zara was marrying Mike who plays rugby! No one ever royals last names anyway. I think you would make a great news reporter. For the next event you go to, you should start it out “Reporting Live from Edinburgh”.
Seems like you are having a blast over there! I so enjoy reading about your adventures!
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:18 am
The vlogs are super fun… looking forward to making another.
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I laughed out loud at least 5 times…that is a good sign
And…I have no doubt that if you were to meet any of the royal family they would adore you immediately. Phil and I actually had a conversation about you and how we wouldn’t be surprised if you came home bff’s with William and Kate. Just sayin 
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:22 am
We all have high hopes, me included.
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not sure if you remember me (we met via help portrait and both know annie p!), but i just wanted to say how much i admire your bravery and humor and optimism and willingness to jump right into life! enjoy your days in scotland.
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:22 am
I definitely remember you, Megan. Thanks for your kind words.
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PLEASE keep vlogging! I loved it.
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:23 am
You got it. What do you want to see? Add your requests to the list….
http://www.facebook.com/annieblogs
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Okay…NO WAY that blonde girl was a real person. Her tone, laugh, and head nod were the exact same with every royal she saw. She is indeed a Scottish robot.
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:23 am
Right? Hilarious.
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Wow what a day! I feel unworthy to be the friend of someone who has shared air with our dear Queenie. You’ll be singing the National Anthem next. An honorary Brit indeed.
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:23 am
I’m working on learning it.
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Why am I not there right now WITH YOU? Missed it by a week, sadness.
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:23 am
Right? RIGHT? Booooooo
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I agree with Stacy O., keep vlogging! I love it(:
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:24 am
You got it. What do you want to see? Add your requests to the list….
http://www.facebook.com/annieblogs
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You look lovely, dahling.
And you were THERE, so yes, you’ve hung out with the royals. You’re practically besties.
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:24 am
I like the way you think. Per usual.
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You’re a loony bird. And I love that this just played out loud and proud at Downs & Colquitt, PC. Church bells and all.
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And you look really pretty in the video. And I miss you.
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:24 am
Thanks.
I miss y’all too.
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So fun Annie!! Great to see you on video, to be able to see your sparkling personality that shines so beautifully through your words come to life! Glad you’re enjoying life in Edinburgh–I’ve never been there except in reading Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander series–it looks amazing!!
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:24 am
You’re so sweet. Thanks.
I’ve heard of those books but haven’t read them… should I do that while I’m here?
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Shaunie Friday Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 11:23 am
@Annie, Um, that would be a huge ABSOLUTELY!! You’ll feel like the characters and their lives are all around you, actually being where the story is set!! I would look up from the pages in my California living room and be surprised they weren’t in the room and that I wasn’t in Scotland–can’t imagine how vivid it would be to read them there!!!
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So fancy! The videos are fun… I love hearing a good British accent.
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Annie Reply:
August 2nd, 2011 at 5:25 am
Me too. Too bad I can’t do one worth a flip.
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Love the vlog! As an earring fan, I have to say I love the earrings both you and your roommate are wearing. So summery! And I’m loving the accents!
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1. You TOTALLY rubbed shoulders with royalty.
2. Your roommate is awesome.
3. Thanks for clarification on the accents
4. Your life is amazing.
5. I can’t wait to join you VERY SOON on the other half of the small island on that side of the pond
LOVE YOU!!!
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