POPPY FOREST

Say all you want about the British Royals being an anachronism, that the Windsor Family is living a life that is out of step with reality and the rest of the world  ... but when it comes to determination to uphold traditions and remembering what made history, I give them top marks.

BBC reports that 888,246 (!!) porcelain poppies will be planted around Windsor Castle, mostly by an army of volunteers, in time to commemorate the onset of the First World War in November. That magic number represents those who gave their lives for their country 100 years ago. Take a look at the endearing picture of the royal couple, in their 90s, inspecting the Poppy Forest. Yes, all of that is a PR exercise for the media but one must respect the dedication and commitment these old folks have shown to their life long 'jobs'. How would you fare if you were in their shoes?