Farewell by gardenfolk

Farewell

I declare before you all
that my whole life
whether it be long or short
shall be devoted to your service
God help me to make good my vow
and God bless all of you who
are willing to share in it.
…Her Majesty The Queen
on her 21st birthday 21 April 1947

I stayed up and watched the State Funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth II for 9 hours on the BBC channel. It was beautiful. I loved that they even included her favorite horse and her Corgi dogs. We share a love for animals.

Queen Elizabeth II had a very long life of devoted service. The four golden threads, central to her life, were Service, Duty, Faith and Family.

...and that I may faithfully serve Him and you all the days of my life.
(excerpt from Queen Elizabeth Christmas Message 1952)

One day, I hope to visit England and see an ancestral home of my family:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montacute_House

It is interesting that Harry and Meghan got married on my birthday (May 19) and Queen Elizabeth’s funeral fell on my son’s birthday (September 19). It is a way to always remember.

I am still having trouble with our WiFi and now photo apps that I use. I am posting from my iPhone. Hoping one day it will all be resolved.
A wonderful picture to select for this occasion. We share your admiration for this strong lady who lead so well!
September 21st, 2022  
Very poignant image.
September 21st, 2022  
Beautiful tribute. We had the chance back on 1990 to visit England. I did post some pictures of that trip a few days ago
September 21st, 2022  
I love this picture. Many have never known another sovereign ruling over Great Britain. When ever we were taught in school who was the Queen, it has always been her. She has left quite a legacy which will be difficult to follow.
God truly blessed her with a long good life.
September 21st, 2022  
What a lovely tribute! She was such a remarkable woman.
September 21st, 2022  
❤️🙏🌻
September 21st, 2022  
A lovely tribute!
September 21st, 2022  
Nice tribute
September 21st, 2022  
Nice tribute
September 21st, 2022  
Great tribute.
September 21st, 2022  
A lovely image of our Queen. The TV coverage was first class over this last week.
September 21st, 2022  
Lovely. Hope you get here soon 🙂
September 21st, 2022  
We have had so much coverage over the 10 days up to and the day of the funeral! TV seems a little boring now! It was a great spectacle to watch!
September 21st, 2022  
Great tribute pic. R.I.P.
September 21st, 2022  
A perfect photo for a last farewell! And a beautiful commentary, Cathee!
September 21st, 2022  
A lovely tribute to Her Majesty.Still hard to believe she's no longer with us
September 22nd, 2022  
RIP QEII
November 12th, 2022  
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