Canada is doing nothing but proving itself as an ex-colony at the moment. Instead of breaking the shackles of it's colonial past, this place is brimming with Royal Wedding fever. The number of ex-pats here probably accounts for a large proportion of this, but as does a wee bit of Capital gain (no shit, right?). The Fairmont Hotel in downtown Vancouver is hosting a High Tea breakfast while playing the Royal Wedding live. Yes, that's right - to be involved you need to book your table at 3am. And a lot of people have.
I'm obviously disappointed not to be in the UK (mainly for statutory holiday reasons), but I'll also miss all the local events. My good friend is holding a street party in my hometown that would be so good to attend. Great moods, great atmosphere, great weather and very very great cake will all be on offer and will all be sadly missed by me. I can't wait to see pictures on facebook!
Here's to a bit of national pride, a cup of rosy lee, bunting, simnel cake, and all the other delights I'll be missing. What what!
