I was gun carriage crew for Lord Mountbattens state funeral in 1979, the funeral gun carriage had been taken up to London the day before the funeral and was stored in the Royal Mews. When we arrived on the morning of the funeral we had time to spare and the people in charge of the Mews opened everything up for us so we could have a look round (they didn't need to do this, they did it out of kindness) the Gold State Coach is a thing of beauty to behold, it sits permanently over a tank of water to keep the humidity up to prevent the wood cracking, however, if you get really close to it as we were, there are numerous splits in the wood which have to be restored every so often. Mind you, if you were over 250 years old you might have a few cracks as well.
I've just started watching you two girls and I'm loving it, I'm a 71 year old Englishman, and we're currently celebrating the 70 year reign of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth the second. You represent the best of your wonderful country. God Save the Queen.
Happy Jubilee! We are saddened to hear that the Queen won't be present for Today's festivities due to so much from yesterday. But we certainly wish her well & some rest is best! We loved watching this & hope you appreciate our words in this episode. Please drop a Like 👍🏻 and thank you for watching ❤️ *Unfortunately there was a copyright claim on The Coronation Oath, so TH-cam has muted that part out, not us.*
It is going to be a very emotional and happy Jubilee weekend for the whole of the nation of the United Kingdom and also here in Australia. From a former Grenadier Guardsman of 22 years (1986-2008) and also continuous service since 2008 in the Royal Australian Regiment. Enjoy your video's.
She deserves the recognition she is currently getting in her Platinum Jubilee, dedicating her entire life to the nation, its people, and public service. Not to mention she served in the Army during the second world war, which in itself is admirable. God Save her Majesty the Queen!
She deserves recognition for being arguably the most powerful person in the world, while not abusing that power. If only politicians the world over looked at her as a example to live upto.
God save Queen Elizabeth. Although I am trying to prepare myself for a world without her as her Reign starts to slowly draw to its close. I think the Nation will take it really bad when the time comes.
@@libertasdemocratiam887Although The Queen has always had the power and Royal prerogative to summon her Prime Ministers to see her wherever she likes, she never actually has, they were saying on the news just today that the out going and in coming Prime Ministers have been summoned up to Balmoral to see The Queen this time rather than the Queen come down to London to see them where she has always done so. Some Palace aides have hinted that maybe the Queen will never return from Scotland now, not alive anyway.
@@TheNatashaDebbieShow Beautiful respectful video, thankyou ladies. Your words sparked a thought (to which I know the answer) perhaps a video expanding on why there are so many differences in our common language, eg, you wrote honor whereas we spell it honour, same thing for armour, neighbour, flavour, humour etc. Did you know that there was a proposal to make German the national language of the USA although the proposal got nowhere. You might also be interested in the insane driving of Rally drivers, there are many videos about it on you tube.
@@margaretflounders8510 Not quite Margeret. The word honour originates in Latin - honos - during Williams reign the French word was 'onor', honour is a middle English word and I assume it derives from both languages. English itself is a 'bastard' language that has Latin as well as Anglo Saxon roots from North West Germany, Denmark and Holland and mainly came to the fore between the 5th and 7th centuries long before William the Conqueror. When England was invaded by Anglo Saxons most of the population moved away as far as possible to escape from the invaders which is why Cornwall, Wales, Scotland and Ireland have their own languages which are - like some of the Scandinavian countries - pure languages, pure languages have no swear words. I live in Wales and it is amusing to hear two welsh people speaking welsh to each other with the occasional English swear word thrown in.
That brought a lump to my throat. What an amazing Monarch she has been. She has never let us, the commonwealth or herself down. She pledged her life wether it be long or short to our country and the commonwealth. God bless the Queen. Thank you for showing this.
Absolutely agree, I was welling up watching this. Like so many Brits having been born after her succession to the throne I find it hard to imagine our country without her add to which my own mother is of her generation and I am grateful everyday that I have the blessing of her being here so I find that I get all teary eyed when I watch things like this!
Dedicated her life whether long or short to the great commonwealth of nations I can understand why the Queen is a great spiritual beacon not just Christian but many faiths…. Respect dedication and faith upheld throughout her long life…
The Queen's carriage is made out of wood with a thin plate of gold on top. It was made in 1762 for George III and yes, it still exists as its used for the coronation of every British monarch.
@@dotregan1506 It was the first time the ceremony in Westminster Abbey was televised. Some outdoor aspects of the Coronation of George VI in 1937 were also televised live. No recordings of that television footage exists as there was no way of recording live TV broadcasts back then.
@@EricIrl I seem to remember hearing somewhere that it was the Duke of Edinburgh's influence that it was televised. If that was the case, we have him to thank.
Thanks for commenting on this and the big Union Jack. She has served us well as a constitutional monarch - always above politics when we needed her in very difficult times. We shall really miss her when she has gone - one of the last of the wartime generation - she trained as an army driver/mechanic during World War 2. I was lucky to meet her and briefly chat to her in 1982 - she is very small up close, but has great presence and has a lovely dry sense of humour.
@@1nikg nonsense! Both the Admiralty (in 1902) and Parliament (in 1908) confirmed that the term Union Jack was acceptable usage to describe the national flag. Also the term “jack” predates the introduction of a jackstaff on to English warships (no UK then!!).
@@michaelfoster5577 Correct Michael, thank you. 1nikg does not know what he is talking about. Besides ships tend to fly ensigns rather than the Union Jack, such as the White Ensign for the Royal Navy. The "Jack" element refers to the first joint King of England and Scotland ie James I of England/James VI of Scotland, although that predates the Act of Union of the two kingdoms and the creation of the flag by a long way.
The Jack is the flag flown on the front of a ship on the Jack staff, the ensign is the flag flown at the stern. British ships fly the union flag from the Jack staff, hence union jack
I am now 85 yrs old . Elizabeth has been my Queen for almost all of my life. I watched her Coronation on TV, black and white of course, but so special. She has earned and deserves our greatest respect. God save the Queen.
She’s always been strong during the Blitz she was an ambulance driver and repair engines she refused to be evacuated for her safety She’s been a real credit to the British and Commonwealth people. At this time we shouldn’t forget Prince Philip he stood behind for all those years he served this country and the Commonwealth always supporting the Queen. I’m proud to be British🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
she was spirited away to Windsor castle at night whilst her comrades remained in their barracks,the Royals get away with most of their stories through PR about their dedication and bravery.Dont believe all you read or see.We rent all fawning royalists.
That crown weighs nearly five pouds (4.9) and Prince Charles has described how she used to practise walking round in it for days to get used to it, even when she was bathing her children. That must have been quite a sight. Thank you so much for this. It warms my heart to see the respect you have for her. I was eight yrs old when this took place but never got to see it, we didn't have a television, so thanks again.
I was there on the Mall in 1953 ( I'm very old!) I was only a small kid and the thing that impressed me most was the parade of soldiers from all over the Empire ( as they still called it back then).
Out of interest, when did people stop calling it the Empire? Because much of it had already gone by then I mean legally Canada, Australia, and New Zealand were pretty much independent by the 1930's I think? Asking for someone born in the 1980s 😜
At one point the Queen looks tense and a bit overwhelmed, Prince Philip leans forward and says, ‘not another bloody hat’. 😆😆you can see her posture and demeanour change. Prince Philip was an incredible support from the beginning.
Wow, nicely done ladies and your words are touching and heartfelt, thank you. I feel immensely proud at the moment and hope everyone enjoys a super long jubilee weekend with those they love. I'm enjoying the live footage of everything, Hope you get to enjoy more. Cheers folks xx
Hello from Oxford , England . Thank you for your beautiful words for our Queen and our country ! The UK equally loves Americans and your country!!!! We are untitled in love and unity! 🇬🇧🇺🇸❤️
What most people don’t realise about Queenie is, being the talented stateswoman that she is, has quietly and diplomatically courted royal families and other elected heads of states around the world, securing countless billions of pounds in contracts for Britain and therefore secured millions of jobs for citizens.
She sure is the most powerful person on the planet that demonstrates total respect and devotion to ones position and doesn’t go around asserting her true power, a lot of leaders could learn a lot from this lady. That’s why I regard her so highly and her consistency.
The Coronation was a welcome lightening of the generally dark and dismal time of the early 1950s in Britain, wartime rationing still existed and large parts of London and other cities were still in ruins from wartime bombing. Of course most British people tended to be more patriotic in those days anyway, but even now a large number of us still respect the old traditions that are so much a part of British heritage, amd it is so pleasant to see and hear how much you ladies share that with us. Vivat! Vivat Regina!
Dear Natasha and Debbie, Thank you so much for your kind words. The countries of the Commonwealth are our family and although you are not part of the Commonwealth we do look on Americans as family. I have met a few Americans and it never felt as though they were people from another country it was more like relatives I had met up with. We share a history and a set of values which cannot be broken. God bless you both and America. Best wishes from UK
@@etherealhawk Well no they seem to have elected an anti British President who is now making threats at us. Playing to the Irish vote for the Mid terms no doubt. Interesting that while the UK played the US National Anthem right after 9/11 and its anniversary the favour has not been returned by anywhere in the USA to Her Majesty this week. Although Obama did make a superbly eloquent tribute to Her Majesty. Even the French president Macron ordered the UK Anthem to be played at the Arche de Triomphe!
Thanks for sharing and commenting on this beautiful event. Queen Elizabeth is a goddess, she has represented my country and me around the world like no other has ever done. God bless her. Love your channel and love the 🇺🇸 SO MUCH
Beautiful - thank you for celebrating with us. I've found myself getting teary and emotional a few times over the last few days, she's the only monarch I've had in my lifetime, and I'm immensely proud... I've heard the Queen say in a few interviews that the gold carriage was very uncomfortable - the seats weren't well padded, and the suspension was just leather straps, so she felt every bump in the road. Coupled with that, the ride back was made worse by the weight of the crown.
Well done for posting this Natasha & Debbie. She has been an amazing monarch it’s such a shame her ill health is against her now. The concert tonight will be amazing outside Buckingham Palace. God Bless America and the United Kingdom. There are no other countries that have a relationship like ours. Long May it continue GOD SAVE THE QUEEN 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧
I'm so proud to be British our island isn't very big and there aren't too many of us but the amount of history and tradition and also sturdiness that we and our nation has endured over the years.
Another great video ladies,Her Majesty is the epitome of what a sovereign should be, throughout her reign she has shown grace, fortitude, leadership and her devotion to duty is unparalleled. Sadly we will never see her like again. God save the Queen.
The Gold State Coach isn't actually gold: it's gilded, It was built in 1762 and is so heavy, that even with the team of eight horses drawing it, it is only capable of travelling at walking pace.
I believe Her Majesty has said that it is not very comfortable and that even at walking pace it gives you motion sickness because it is slung on leather straps so it swings around.
Ladies I'm 58 from the UK and thank you so much for showing this, it's a very important part of our life here, we may not put our Union Jack's outside as you do, but i promise you we are such a proud nation, so beautiful to watch again and its heartwarming that you both see it as we do, your both such beautiful ladies and you really deserve each other, god bless, 🍻🙏🙏🙏
I love the Queen. What the Queen has done is remarkable. Love you two to. That’s from me South East England ❤️Take care, have fun, have a laugh. Enjoy life 😘 X X
I was there on the day. I was eighteen. We went up from South Wales, by train, the evening before and camped out on Oxford St opposite Claridges. Saw The Queen, Price Phillip and the rest of the Royal Family including Field Marshal Mount-Batten. Saw Winston Churchill and I particularly remember Queen Salote of Tonga who had refused to allow the hood on her open carriage to be put up and sat there, soaking wet, waving to the crowds and obviously having a great time - and so much more. We were there until 5pm and came home on the train. We had seen none of the ceremony although it was relayed (sound only) to the crowds. Instead we went, a few days later, to a local cinema and saw the 'official' film much like that which you have just watched.
I have just watched your reaction again and loved it....I know there are those who will hate what I am about to say but never the less .... I am soooooooo proud and happy to be a subject of Queen Elizabeth the second
Thanks for this it’s great to see how the 70 years began, I remember the silver jubilee, I was 7 in 1977 everyone wearing red white and blue, waving flags we made from carrier bags, lived in wales at the time and we had a mountain above our village and a beacon was lit, my mum was also 7 when the coronation took place, she had a toy gold replica carriage, happy jubilee 💕
Even the British weather joined in. I was just 7 years old when i watched this on a tiny black & white TV. How the world has changed. Thanks for showing this it made me as pride to be British as i did then. Peace.
I was 9 years old at the coronation. We did not have a TV in those days. Fortunately in addition to the TV there was the technicolour cinema film made and my mother took me to see the film about two weeks later. This video is taken from the film. What you did not see in that video was the Duke of Edinburgh taking the oath to the Queenm in the medeaval language '“To become your liege man of life and limb, and of earthly worship; and faith and truth I will bear unto you, to live and die, against all manner of folks.”
Good afternoon to both of you from Nottingham in the UK. Firstly love waiting for your next episodes and binge watched your previous content. You are both truly a beautiful couple and a shiny light where at times there is dark. You will grow bigger and better and entertain us all for harder times ahead. Keep up the fantastic work you do and I appreciate you both dearly. Take care and good bless
By the time of the coronation the dear lady had turned 27, ( she was 25 on the day she BECAME Queen). Most people bought their FIRST tele just to watch it. I was 6 and still remember our living room being crammed with neighbours, with our “ black out curtains pulled too watching the little 12 inch screen. The street party after to of course Iv still got my silver plated tea caddy spoon, coronation cup all children got given at the party. By the Queen said riding in the gold coach was VERY cold and uncomfortable ( no suspension, just leather straps.) God Bless her.👑👑👑
Glad to see our Nation through others eyes sometimes.. my parents were bor in the West Indies, I never knew my grand parents, but the older I got, I saw the old girl as my grand mother. I am glad to say I met my Queen twice,the first time she scolded me, I cannot tell you why, the second time, I got that Beeming smile smile which nothing can replace. Our Queen means everthing to most of us. Especially thode who have served our Country. My Mum/My Dad and me. I love your videos, carry on posting.xxx
I am 47 this year. I have been alive for all of Her Majesty's jubilees. Silver, gold, diamond and now platinum. I will never see another one. Charles is unlikely to make it to 25 years as he is already in his 70s. By the time William makes 25 years on the throne, I will be in my 90s if even still around. This is the last time whole generations will celebrate a major jubilee.
Wow, this is wonderful to see. It’s all so wonderful to celebrate. I was in London on the Mall a few weeks back and it was empty, so crazy to see it packed to the rafters. Amazing to see thousands of people enjoying themselves, especially after the last couple of years. I spent most of yesterday watching tv and today I’m going to a party at a cricket club then on to crash my friend’s street party🎉🥳 ❤️🤍💙
I was there at the mall yesterday 100 yards from the palace got there what I thought was a Good time 6am still could not get to the front but as an English Man yesterday was a day I was so proud to be English and love the Queen she came to the throne The year I was born.
I saw an interview with the Queen where she said that the state coach was incredibly uncomfortable as there isn’t much springing. She also talked about wearing the imperial state crown which she used to wear for the state opening of parliament and how it is heavy and she couldn’t bend her head too far in case it breaks her neck. The St Edwards crown is even heavier and is only ever worn for the actual crowning. Most of the Crown Jewels date from after the civil war as Cromwell melted down a lot of the previous ones. Some he sold off which were later retrieved.
One of my earliest memories is of going to a neighbour's house to watch on their new TV which they had got specially for the coronation. It was the first TV I had seen. I was just three years old.
The video was a wonderful homage to our great Queen. Thank you. One of the reasons why I love the UK so much is our heritage and how much we treasure traditions. Every important prop the Queen used in her Coronation was centuries old passed down from generation to generation. There's even a piece from William the Conquerer and King John I that's how far back our traditions go. The media may use words like "pageantry" and "pomp" which I don't like, this our our heritage and these traditions are part of British culture.
Thank you Natasha and Debbie for your genuine interest, respect and pleasure in our little island across the pond! I am in my mid-70s and was 5 years old when the young Princess, wife and mother took on the lifetime role of Monarch to our nation and (at that time) 9 Commonwealth Countries. The day was wet but that didn't stop people camping overnight on the pavements! The Coronation kick-started the TV boom in the UK and the rare home that actually had a TV (12 inch screen and black and white viewing only) was filled with neighbours who lived too far away from London. Remember this was still less than a decade after WW2: parts of London still resembled bomb sites; sweets were still rationed; the country was drab and people were poor and we needed this glittering display so badly despite the sadness of the unexpectantly early death of the King. The internet, space travel, vlogging and so much more hadn't been thought of even! Today there are 54 countries in the Commonwealth of Nations (all independent countries who voluntarily chose to join the club), the Queen speaks to Heads of State across the world via Zoom and meets weekly in private with our Prime Minister, and she is the most recognised woman in the world. I watched yesterday's celebrations with pride.
Bless you ladies ❤️ my late mum, a student nurse in London, actually slept out on the street the night before the Coronation to ensure a good view. Quite risque in 1952 ! 🤣
Btw, the coronation is usually held months after a previous Sovereign (King or Queen) has died, usually as a mark of respect as well as time to prepare. And Her Majesty herself was immediately Queen upon her father's death, the coronation just makes it VERY official.
Absolutely correct. Her uncle, David, became King Edward VIII on the death of his Father, George V. He abdicated in 1936 before his Coronation making way her father, Bertie, who was crowned George VI in 1937. Princess Elizabeth was actually in Kenya when informed of her father's death in February 1952 and she was "proclaimed" Queen across her realms from there. Her Coronation was in May 1953. I was serving in the RAF in Iraq at the time of George VIs death we had to Parade swear allegiance to the new Queen. Literally come to attention while the RAF Ensign was lowered and raised to Half Mast if I recall correctly. It hasn't been done since.
I find it absolutely extraordinary that she was enjoying a Holiday in South Africa and got the call that her father passed away and was rushed back to the UK for her to be crowned Queen. I am hoping that there is footage of her fathers funeral of King George. Maybe a few might know but King George the VI refused to leave Buckingham Palace during the blitz to show solidarity to families that were effected by the bombing. Its an absolute miracle that the Palace suffered a few scratches after a few bombs were dropped.
Great video ladies 👍 The Golden Coach will lead a procession this Sunday, the first time it’s been on the streets of London for 20 years, I can’t wait. God save The Queen.
Thank you so much, for a really great video. It was really nice to see the coronation again, and it's amazing to think it was 70 years ago.... Thanks again, and have a lovely weekend.
My mother was Belgian, and my dad British. Both of them loved the Queen, as did I in later years. Thank you for that. I would like to see the complete colourised version.
As Natasha said, there may well be the full - or almost full showing of this same Queens Coronation up on YT to watch, BG. Just type it into the YT search bar and see what options pop-up for you to choose from in 1953 . . .
I have a feeling that there is no complete version in colour - only the monochrome, realtime version from the BBC TV broadcast is available on TH-cam. All of the colour versions I have seen are real and actual colour footage produced for the cinema but only consist of highlights, with the action often edited out of its chronological sequence (as in the case of the version narrated by Laurence Olivier).
I thought you ladies were going to burst into tears your awesome for sharing our history and our beautiful Queen Thankyou so much lots of light to you both🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧❤️
The gold coach was seen out a couple of days ago. First time in 20 years. I think it's in the Jubilee Procession on Sunday afternoon? Hope you get to see it again. Love your videos! Xx
2 years more and she will be the longest ever monarch in human history. God! i love being British, only have 0.5% of the worlds mass but we have been very influential, proud!!!!
Thank you lovely ladies, I was 5 that year, can't remember seeing this as it actually happened, no television but saw it at the cinema and over the years, but I'm seeing it again and appreciating it more through your eyes.
At about 10.41 the Queen takes the oath to govern her territories overseas 'according to THEIR laws and customs', note, not ours. This is the difference between our Empire and other people's empires.
The Brits have been doing this for centuries. The tradition and celebration of the coronation is timeless. Queen Elizabeth is a hero to so many. You're right....it's a heavy burden to carry, and she has done it beautifully and with amazing grace. I'm a born Brit living in BC, Canada, and am still strongly rooted in the idea of the United Kingdom and the sovereignty. It's been around a long time, and there is much for us "newbies" on this side of the water, to learn. Thank goodness they've set a rather good example, overall, for all of us to learn from. Not without mistakes...but as it's been said, he who has not sinned, throw the first stone.
Being from The UK myself, it is incredible to see the respect from both of you for The Queen. She was absolutely stunning. This video was so refreshing, especially the end of the video with the older cousin reference. I truly enjoyed this video.
I was gun carriage crew for Lord Mountbattens state funeral in 1979, the funeral gun carriage had been taken up to London the day before the funeral and was stored in the Royal Mews. When we arrived on the morning of the funeral we had time to spare and the people in charge of the Mews opened everything up for us so we could have a look round (they didn't need to do this, they did it out of kindness) the Gold State Coach is a thing of beauty to behold, it sits permanently over a tank of water to keep the humidity up to prevent the wood cracking, however, if you get really close to it as we were, there are numerous splits in the wood which have to be restored every so often. Mind you, if you were over 250 years old you might have a few cracks as well.
wow, that's really fascinating. I love little little bits if info line that, thanks for sharing. 😁
The Queen commented on the ride being uncomfortable because it lacks suspension.
Was it him the IRA killed?
@@1nikg Yes, they murdered him.
thank you for sharing that. x
I've just started watching you two girls and I'm loving it, I'm a 71 year old
Englishman, and we're currently celebrating the 70 year reign of Her Majesty,
Queen Elizabeth the second. You represent the best of your wonderful country.
God Save the Queen.
I’m 66 and have never known anything but the Queen. To sing God Save the King is going to be really weird.
@@davidcook7887 same here im 60 And she has been queen all my life .
Love you gals , London loves you ❤❤❤❤❤❤😎👍👍
Happy Jubilee! We are saddened to hear that the Queen won't be present for Today's festivities due to so much from yesterday. But we certainly wish her well & some rest is best! We loved watching this & hope you appreciate our words in this episode. Please drop a Like 👍🏻 and thank you for watching ❤️ *Unfortunately there was a copyright claim on The Coronation Oath, so TH-cam has muted that part out, not us.*
It is going to be a very emotional and happy Jubilee weekend for the whole of the nation of the United Kingdom and also here in Australia.
From a former Grenadier Guardsman of 22 years (1986-2008) and also continuous service since 2008 in the Royal Australian Regiment. Enjoy your video's.
To your wider point the respect goes both ways. Even if British people don't like to admit it. It's the same with many other English speaking nations.
The queen was only 25 at the time of her coronation.
@@martinodonnell7984 thank you for your service
Thanks, it's nice to know people from other countries appreciate the way we do things
Hiya Natasha and Debbie, people can say what they like about us Brits but they can't deny that we really know how to put on a bit of a do.
We sure do nobody can do pomp like us I cried all weekend I've loved it🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
🤣🤣🤣🤣 "a bit of a do!!" Ha ha, haven't heard that for many years LOLs
Absolutely lovely. I'm from England and was blown away by the respect you gave to our Queen. Such a great channel
Thank you so much for your kind words ❤️❤️
An amazing video thank you ladies
God bless all our nations on Her Majesty's Platinum Jubilee. Thank you for your beautiful kind words. We love the US too. Thank you.xxx
Thank you 😊
@@TheNatashaDebbieShow Debbie I love your hair style!.....
She deserves the recognition she is currently getting in her Platinum Jubilee, dedicating her entire life to the nation, its people, and public service. Not to mention she served in the Army during the second world war, which in itself is admirable. God Save her Majesty the Queen!
She deserves recognition for being arguably the most powerful person in the world, while not abusing that power. If only politicians the world over looked at her as a example to live upto.
God save Queen Elizabeth. Although I am trying to prepare myself for a world without her as her Reign starts to slowly draw to its close.
I think the Nation will take it really bad when the time comes.
@@libertasdemocratiam887Although The Queen has always had the power and Royal prerogative to summon her Prime Ministers to see her wherever she likes, she never actually has, they were saying on the news just today that the out going and in coming Prime Ministers have been summoned up to Balmoral to see The Queen this time rather than the Queen come down to London to see them where she has always done so. Some Palace aides have hinted that maybe the Queen will never return from Scotland now, not alive anyway.
@@jeffthomas2364 their predictions were correct
@@jeffthomas2364 The Queen summoned several Prime Ministers to see her on multiple occasions throughout their time in office.
This woman will be remembered by generations for centuries, God save the queen, May the lord bless her soul
Thank you for honouring our queen so beautifully 😍
It was our honor!
@@TheNatashaDebbieShow Beautiful respectful video, thankyou ladies. Your words sparked a thought (to which I know the answer) perhaps a video expanding on why there are so many differences in our common language, eg, you wrote honor whereas we spell it honour, same thing for armour, neighbour, flavour, humour etc. Did you know that there was a proposal to make German the national language of the USA although the proposal got nowhere.
You might also be interested in the insane driving of Rally drivers, there are many videos about it on you tube.
@@mikestrohm3271 When William the Conqueror invaded, our language changed so it was the French "honour" we kept....
@@margaretflounders8510 Not quite Margeret. The word honour originates in Latin - honos - during Williams reign the French word was 'onor', honour is a middle English word and I assume it derives from both languages. English itself is a 'bastard' language that has Latin as well as Anglo Saxon roots from North West Germany, Denmark and Holland and mainly came to the fore between the 5th and 7th centuries long before William the Conqueror. When England was invaded by Anglo Saxons most of the population moved away as far as possible to escape from the invaders which is why Cornwall, Wales, Scotland and Ireland have their own languages which are - like some of the Scandinavian countries - pure languages, pure languages have no swear words. I live in Wales and it is amusing to hear two welsh people speaking welsh to each other with the occasional English swear word thrown in.
It makes me so proud to be British,us Brits love the pomp and hype of coronations!
Well apart from the Scots lol
That brought a lump to my throat. What an amazing Monarch she has been. She has never let us, the commonwealth or herself down. She pledged her life wether it be long or short to our country and the commonwealth. God bless the Queen. Thank you for showing this.
Absolutely agree, I was welling up watching this. Like so many Brits having been born after her succession to the throne I find it hard to imagine our country without her add to which my own mother is of her generation and I am grateful everyday that I have the blessing of her being here so I find that I get all teary eyed when I watch things like this!
Dedicated her life whether long or short to the great commonwealth of nations
I can understand why the Queen is a great spiritual beacon not just Christian but many faiths…. Respect dedication and faith upheld throughout her long life…
Even as a Lifelong Arsenal fan, I have to agree, Debs.
@@TheMarkyMarx Hahaha, im a born and bred YID 😉
This was a beautiful ceremony. I was never a fan of every Royal, but I did love my Queen.
that was truly amazing thank you ladies you are both amazing
Thank you so much ❤️
Such a beautiful presentation, full of pride and emotions.
Massive respect for all of you out there.
The Queen's carriage is made out of wood with a thin plate of gold on top. It was made in 1762 for George III and yes, it still exists as its used for the coronation of every British monarch.
The carriage will make an appearance on Sunday's parade
I think this was the first time a coronation had been televised, that was 70 yrs ago and I watched it on our newly bought TV. I was 9 yrs old.
@@dotregan1506 It was the first time the ceremony in Westminster Abbey was televised. Some outdoor aspects of the Coronation of George VI in 1937 were also televised live. No recordings of that television footage exists as there was no way of recording live TV broadcasts back then.
@@EricIrl I seem to remember hearing somewhere that it was the Duke of Edinburgh's influence that it was televised. If that was the case, we have him to thank.
And weghing 4 tons, all 8 horses are probably needed and not just for show..!
Thanks for commenting on this and the big Union Jack. She has served us well as a constitutional monarch - always above politics when we needed her in very difficult times. We shall really miss her when she has gone - one of the last of the wartime generation - she trained as an army driver/mechanic during World War 2. I was lucky to meet her and briefly chat to her in 1982 - she is very small up close, but has great presence and has a lovely dry sense of humour.
It's only called a jack if it's flying on a ship
@@1nikg nonsense! Both the Admiralty (in 1902) and Parliament (in 1908) confirmed that the term Union Jack was acceptable usage to describe the national flag. Also the term “jack” predates the introduction of a jackstaff on to English warships (no UK then!!).
@@michaelfoster5577 Correct Michael, thank you. 1nikg does not know what he is talking about. Besides ships tend to fly ensigns rather than the Union Jack, such as the White Ensign for the Royal Navy. The "Jack" element refers to the first joint King of England and Scotland ie James I of England/James VI of Scotland, although that predates the Act of Union of the two kingdoms and the creation of the flag by a long way.
The Jack is the flag flown on the front of a ship on the Jack staff, the ensign is the flag flown at the stern. British ships fly the union flag from the Jack staff, hence union jack
@@davidgriffiths9156 Absolute nonsense! Read my post above please.
I am now 85 yrs old . Elizabeth has been my Queen for almost all of my life. I watched her Coronation on TV, black and white of course, but so special. She has earned and deserves our greatest respect. God save the Queen.
Thank you for your empathy for the Queen. I respect you back too!
She’s always been strong during the Blitz she was an ambulance driver and repair engines she refused to be evacuated for her safety
She’s been a real credit to the British and Commonwealth people. At this time we shouldn’t forget Prince Philip he stood behind for all those years he served this country and the Commonwealth always supporting the Queen. I’m proud to be British🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
@@rodden1953 how many barrack blocks have you slept in?
just askin for a WMHC mate,,,,
she was spirited away to Windsor castle at night whilst her comrades remained in their barracks,the Royals get away with most of their stories through PR about their dedication and bravery.Dont believe all you read or see.We rent all fawning royalists.
@@rodden1953 And all you've contributed since 2011 is your dog covered by a sheet as though it's funny?
@@rodden1953 that shows you don’t know a lot about the Queen
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That crown weighs nearly five pouds (4.9) and Prince Charles has described how she used to practise walking round in it for days to get used to it, even when she was bathing her children. That must have been quite a sight. Thank you so much for this. It warms my heart to see the respect you have for her. I was eight yrs old when this took place but never got to see it, we didn't have a television, so thanks again.
Tickled pink by your little piece of royal trivia....
I was there on the Mall in 1953 ( I'm very old!) I was only a small kid and the thing that impressed me most was the parade of soldiers from all over the Empire ( as they still called it back then).
Out of interest, when did people stop calling it the Empire? Because much of it had already gone by then
I mean legally Canada, Australia, and New Zealand were pretty much independent by the 1930's I think?
Asking for someone born in the 1980s 😜
@@newuk26 Well, interestingly, the 1958 the Empire Games were held but by 1962 they were known as the Commonwealth Games. I don't know if that helps.
Thank you for your kind respectful words 🥰 we love you back. Proud of both our countries. We are all one and united!! X
At one point the Queen looks tense and a bit overwhelmed, Prince Philip leans forward and says, ‘not another bloody hat’. 😆😆you can see her posture and demeanour change. Prince Philip was an incredible support from the beginning.
I think you mean Prince Charles, Prince Phillip sadly passed away last year
@@ElizabethDebbie24 they mean Prince Phillip, who was in this video. Prince Charles is their son who was obviously not even born yet.
Prince Charles was already born but yes, Prince Phillip is who they were referring to
he had a wicked sense of humour by all accounts! God rest his soul! 🥰
@@TheNatashaDebbieShow my mistake. I was confusing a coronation with a wedding 😂
Wow, nicely done ladies and your words are touching and heartfelt, thank you. I feel immensely proud at the moment and hope everyone enjoys a super long jubilee weekend with those they love. I'm enjoying the live footage of everything, Hope you get to enjoy more. Cheers folks xx
Hello from Oxford , England . Thank you for your beautiful words for our Queen and our country ! The UK equally loves Americans and your country!!!! We are untitled in love and unity! 🇬🇧🇺🇸❤️
A thousand year old ceremony captured on film for the first time. Beautiful
What most people don’t realise about Queenie is, being the talented stateswoman that she is, has quietly and diplomatically courted royal families and other elected heads of states around the world, securing countless billions of pounds in contracts for Britain and therefore secured millions of jobs for citizens.
That was a great video, first time I've seen that video and I had tears of pride, God bless America 🇺🇸 God save the Queen 🇬🇧
She really is a remarkable lady, had the pleasure to meet her many years ago.
What an amazing gift!
you’re darlings. You have so much respect & I have so much respect for you. Thank you xx
She sure is the most powerful person on the planet that demonstrates total respect and devotion to ones position and doesn’t go around asserting her true power, a lot of leaders could learn a lot from this lady. That’s why I regard her so highly and her consistency.
This kicked off the growing of TV in UK. Many families bought TV’s for the first time to watch.
The Coronation was a welcome lightening of the generally dark and dismal time of the early 1950s in Britain, wartime rationing still existed and large parts of London and other cities were still in ruins from wartime bombing. Of course most British people tended to be more patriotic in those days anyway, but even now a large number of us still respect the old traditions that are so much a part of British heritage, amd it is so pleasant to see and hear how much you ladies share that with us. Vivat! Vivat Regina!
Somewhere I still have the ration card issued for me when I was born in1952
Dear Natasha and Debbie, Thank you so much for your kind words. The countries of the Commonwealth are our family and although you are not part of the Commonwealth we do look on Americans as family. I have met a few Americans and it never felt as though they were people from another country it was more like relatives I had met up with. We share a history and a set of values which cannot be broken. God bless you both and America. Best wishes from UK
Beautiful!! Thank you ❤️
Technically the USA could join the Commonwealth having once been a British Colony.
@@1chish Sadly they never will, or at least the President never would
@@etherealhawk Well no they seem to have elected an anti British President who is now making threats at us. Playing to the Irish vote for the Mid terms no doubt.
Interesting that while the UK played the US National Anthem right after 9/11 and its anniversary the favour has not been returned by anywhere in the USA to Her Majesty this week. Although Obama did make a superbly eloquent tribute to Her Majesty.
Even the French president Macron ordered the UK Anthem to be played at the Arche de Triomphe!
@@1chish I actually did not know that the US could join the Commonwealth.
Oh, the coach is gold plated & yes, it still gets used from time to time. Watching this again brought a tear to my eye. Thank you sisters. ❤🇬🇧
Used at every coronation since George III
Also the history of the wooden Coronation chair and the Scottish coronation stone, which sits underneath, is fascinating.
Thanks for sharing and commenting on this beautiful event. Queen Elizabeth is a goddess, she has represented my country and me around the world like no other has ever done. God bless her. Love your channel and love the 🇺🇸 SO MUCH
Beautiful - thank you for celebrating with us. I've found myself getting teary and emotional a few times over the last few days, she's the only monarch I've had in my lifetime, and I'm immensely proud... I've heard the Queen say in a few interviews that the gold carriage was very uncomfortable - the seats weren't well padded, and the suspension was just leather straps, so she felt every bump in the road. Coupled with that, the ride back was made worse by the weight of the crown.
Well done for posting this Natasha & Debbie. She has been an amazing monarch it’s such a shame her ill health is against her now. The concert tonight will be amazing outside Buckingham Palace. God Bless America and the United Kingdom. There are no other countries that have a relationship like ours. Long May it continue GOD SAVE THE QUEEN 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧
I'm so proud to be British our island isn't very big and there aren't too many of us but the amount of history and tradition and also sturdiness that we and our nation has endured over the years.
I loved British history How Prime Winston Churchill rallying cried to the people from his famous speech “ Never give up”
your country gave birth to many of the nations of the world, including the United States
Another great video ladies,Her Majesty is the epitome of what a sovereign should be, throughout her reign she has shown grace, fortitude, leadership and her devotion to duty is unparalleled. Sadly we will never see her like again. God save the Queen.
Ladies your feelings for 🇬🇧. Isn’t falling on def ears. That love and friendship, is sent back to you in spades. ❤❤❤❤🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🙏🙏🙏🙏
The Gold State Coach isn't actually gold: it's gilded, It was built in 1762 and is so heavy, that even with the team of eight horses drawing it, it is only capable of travelling at walking pace.
I believe Her Majesty has said that it is not very comfortable and that even at walking pace it gives you motion sickness because it is slung on leather straps so it swings around.
@@lizbignell7813 Yes, because in the mid 18th century, leather straps were just about state-of-the-art as far as vehicle suspension went.
Ladies I'm 58 from the UK and thank you so much for showing this, it's a very important part of our life here, we may not put our Union Jack's outside as you do, but i promise you we are such a proud nation, so beautiful to watch again and its heartwarming that you both see it as we do, your both such beautiful ladies and you really deserve each other, god bless, 🍻🙏🙏🙏
Thank you so much ladies for your kindness towards our Queen and our country, god bless from your cousins across the pond 🇺🇲🇬🇧
May our late great Queen Rest in Peace. Long Live the King!
I love the Queen. What the Queen has done is remarkable. Love you two to. That’s from me South East England ❤️Take care, have fun, have a laugh. Enjoy life 😘 X X
I was there on the day. I was eighteen. We went up from South Wales, by train, the evening before and camped out on Oxford St opposite Claridges. Saw The Queen, Price Phillip and the rest of the Royal Family including Field Marshal Mount-Batten. Saw Winston Churchill and I particularly remember Queen Salote of Tonga who had refused to allow the hood on her open carriage to be put up and sat there, soaking wet, waving to the crowds and obviously having a great time - and so much more. We were there until 5pm and came home on the train. We had seen none of the ceremony although it was relayed (sound only) to the crowds. Instead we went, a few days later, to a local cinema and saw the 'official' film much like that which you have just watched.
Wonderful, my mum went and camped over night to be up front. She was 14 yrs old. Great video again. X x
I have just watched your reaction again and loved it....I know there are those who will hate what I am about to say but never the less .... I am soooooooo proud and happy to be a subject of Queen Elizabeth the second
Oh girls, you have done so very well. A tribute in all ways to both historic events.
Thank you
Thank you ladies. We love you too. God Bless America. God Save The Queen.
I was there yesterday,it was truly patriotic
Fabulous day !
I am from England this woman has our country proud thanks for the video.
Thanks for this it’s great to see how the 70 years began, I remember the silver jubilee, I was 7 in 1977 everyone wearing red white and blue, waving flags we made from carrier bags, lived in wales at the time and we had a mountain above our village and a beacon was lit, my mum was also 7 when the coronation took place, she had a toy gold replica carriage, happy jubilee 💕
I'm the same age as you and remember making a crown out of tin foil with jelly sweets stuck on as jewels for the silver jubilee street party!
@@diasciapink7558 we were definitely the creative generation, great times 💕
@@wessexdruid7598 cool, it’s so nice hearing everyone’s memories 😊
The original Spice girl!! Beautiful, strong, amazing lady..God save the Queen! Dignified and an awesome monarch.
Even the British weather joined in. I was just 7 years old when i watched this on a tiny black & white TV. How the world has changed. Thanks for showing this it made me as pride to be British as i did then. Peace.
I was 9 years old at the coronation. We did not have a TV in those days. Fortunately in addition to the TV there was the technicolour cinema film made and my mother took me to see the film about two weeks later. This video is taken from the film. What you did not see in that video was the Duke of Edinburgh taking the oath to the Queenm in the medeaval language '“To become your liege man of life and limb, and of earthly worship; and faith and truth I will bear unto you, to live and die, against all manner of folks.”
Good afternoon to both of you from Nottingham in the UK. Firstly love waiting for your next episodes and binge watched your previous content. You are both truly a beautiful couple and a shiny light where at times there is dark. You will grow bigger and better and entertain us all for harder times ahead. Keep up the fantastic work you do and I appreciate you both dearly. Take care and good bless
By the time of the coronation the dear lady had turned 27, ( she was 25 on the day she BECAME Queen). Most people bought their FIRST tele just to watch it. I was 6 and still remember our living room being crammed with neighbours, with our “ black out curtains pulled too watching the little 12 inch screen. The street party after to of course Iv still got my silver plated tea caddy spoon, coronation cup all children got given at the party. By the Queen said riding in the gold coach was VERY cold and uncomfortable ( no suspension, just leather straps.) God Bless her.👑👑👑
So beautiful....this brought a tear to my eye and thank you for such a wonderful and respectful video celebrating the Majesty of the HM The Queen
Many thanks for this video. You are really showing yourselves as true people. Also I loved the idea of going back to to coronation
Glad to see our Nation through others eyes sometimes.. my parents were bor in the West Indies, I never knew my grand parents, but the older I got, I saw the old girl as my grand mother. I am glad to say I met my Queen twice,the first time she scolded me, I cannot tell you why, the second time, I got that Beeming smile smile which nothing can replace. Our Queen means everthing to most of us. Especially thode who have served our Country. My Mum/My Dad and me. I love your videos, carry on posting.xxx
Watch at 7am if you're awake. Another and final tribute to the Queen!
I am 47 this year. I have been alive for all of Her Majesty's jubilees. Silver, gold, diamond and now platinum. I will never see another one. Charles is unlikely to make it to 25 years as he is already in his 70s. By the time William makes 25 years on the throne, I will be in my 90s if even still around.
This is the last time whole generations will celebrate a major jubilee.
I was thinking about this the other day. I'm 32 and may never see another. It's an incredibly sad thought. We are so so lucky to get to witness this.
Wow, this is wonderful to see.
It’s all so wonderful to celebrate. I was in London on the Mall a few weeks back and it was empty, so crazy to see it packed to the rafters. Amazing to see thousands of people enjoying themselves, especially after the last couple of years.
I spent most of yesterday watching tv and today I’m going to a party at a cricket club then on to crash my friend’s street party🎉🥳 ❤️🤍💙
I was there at the mall yesterday 100 yards from the palace got there what I thought was a
Good time 6am still could not get to the front but as an English
Man yesterday was a day I was so proud to be English and love the Queen she came to the throne
The year I was born.
I saw an interview with the Queen where she said that the state coach was incredibly uncomfortable as there isn’t much springing. She also talked about wearing the imperial state crown which she used to wear for the state opening of parliament and how it is heavy and she couldn’t bend her head too far in case it breaks her neck. The St Edwards crown is even heavier and is only ever worn for the actual crowning. Most of the Crown Jewels date from after the civil war as Cromwell melted down a lot of the previous ones. Some he sold off which were later retrieved.
One of my earliest memories is of going to a neighbour's house to watch on their new TV which they had got specially for the coronation. It was the first TV I had seen. I was just three years old.
The video was a wonderful homage to our great Queen. Thank you. One of the reasons why I love the UK so much is our heritage and how much we treasure traditions. Every important prop the Queen used in her Coronation was centuries old passed down from generation to generation. There's even a piece from William the Conquerer and King John I that's how far back our traditions go. The media may use words like "pageantry" and "pomp" which I don't like, this our our heritage and these traditions are part of British culture.
We LOVE you TOO and your Fabulous country.... A Beautiful tribute to Her Majesty.. You are both such wonderful souls... Bless you
Thank you Natasha and Debbie for your genuine interest, respect and pleasure in our little island across the pond! I am in my mid-70s and was 5 years old when the young Princess, wife and mother took on the lifetime role of Monarch to our nation and (at that time) 9 Commonwealth Countries. The day was wet but that didn't stop people camping overnight on the pavements! The Coronation kick-started the TV boom in the UK and the rare home that actually had a TV (12 inch screen and black and white viewing only) was filled with neighbours who lived too far away from London. Remember this was still less than a decade after WW2: parts of London still resembled bomb sites; sweets were still rationed; the country was drab and people were poor and we needed this glittering display so badly despite the sadness of the unexpectantly early death of the King. The internet, space travel, vlogging and so much more hadn't been thought of even! Today there are 54 countries in the Commonwealth of Nations (all independent countries who voluntarily chose to join the club), the Queen speaks to Heads of State across the world via Zoom and meets weekly in private with our Prime Minister, and she is the most recognised woman in the world. I watched yesterday's celebrations with pride.
Bless you ladies ❤️
my late mum, a student nurse in London, actually slept out on the street the night before the Coronation to ensure a good view. Quite risque in 1952 ! 🤣
I felt emotional listening to your pride of both countries We need more people like you both in the world! xx
Even after the Queen has passed two years ago, it still brings tears to my eyes. Thank you for showing this and your deep respect.
Btw, the coronation is usually held months after a previous Sovereign (King or Queen) has died, usually as a mark of respect as well as time to prepare.
And Her Majesty herself was immediately Queen upon her father's death, the coronation just makes it VERY official.
We were actually going to ask this. Thanks for sharing! ❤️
Absolutely correct. Her uncle, David, became King Edward VIII on the death of his Father, George V. He abdicated in 1936 before his Coronation making way her father, Bertie, who was crowned George VI in 1937. Princess Elizabeth was actually in Kenya when informed of her father's death in February 1952 and she was "proclaimed" Queen across her realms from there. Her Coronation was in May 1953. I was serving in the RAF in Iraq at the time of George VIs death we had to Parade swear allegiance to the new Queen. Literally come to attention while the RAF Ensign was lowered and raised to Half Mast if I recall correctly. It hasn't been done since.
I find it absolutely extraordinary that she was enjoying a Holiday in South Africa and got the call that her father passed away and was rushed back to the UK for her to be crowned Queen.
I am hoping that there is footage of her fathers funeral of King George.
Maybe a few might know but King George the VI refused to leave Buckingham Palace during the blitz to show solidarity to families that were effected by the bombing.
Its an absolute miracle that the Palace suffered a few scratches after a few bombs were dropped.
@@iangoldsworthy2056it was in Kenya at Treetops Lodge, not South Africa haha
At least we know what she keeps in her handbag (purse in Americanese) 😂
Natasha & Debbie, That was a wonderful and heartfelt tribute. Thank you both. x
Great video ladies 👍 The Golden Coach will lead a procession this Sunday, the first time it’s been on the streets of London for 20 years, I can’t wait. God save The Queen.
Thank you so much, for a really great video.
It was really nice to see the coronation again, and it's amazing to think it was 70 years ago....
Thanks again, and have a lovely weekend.
❤️❤️
Beautiful, She was only 26yrs old, and this time for her I bet bitter sweet, because she had only lost her dear father, but took on a life duty.
Thankyou for this. Lovely to see people from other countries paying their respects. The tribute you did at the end made me cry. 🇬🇧🇺🇸
And a woman is Head of State. After 70 years and two women Prime Ministers, she is still there. Bless her!
My mother was Belgian, and my dad British. Both of them loved the Queen, as did I in later years. Thank you for that. I would like to see the complete colourised version.
As Natasha said, there may well be the full - or almost full showing of this same Queens Coronation up on YT to watch, BG. Just type it into the YT search bar and see what options pop-up for you to choose from in 1953 . . .
I have a feeling that there is no complete version in colour - only the monochrome, realtime version from the BBC TV broadcast is available on TH-cam. All of the colour versions I have seen are real and actual colour footage produced for the cinema but only consist of highlights, with the action often edited out of its chronological sequence (as in the case of the version narrated by Laurence Olivier).
It just baffles me that there are people who don’t see the beauty and importance of this countries traditions.
I thought you ladies were going to burst into tears your awesome for sharing our history and our beautiful Queen Thankyou so much lots of light to you both🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧❤️
The gold coach was seen out a couple of days ago. First time in 20 years. I think it's in the Jubilee Procession on Sunday afternoon? Hope you get to see it again. Love your videos! Xx
Thank you Alison!
We are both great country's and great people.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Loved watching this, seen it before but wonderful that you’ve shared it this week, thank you ladies!!!
2 years more and she will be the longest ever monarch in human history. God! i love being British, only have 0.5% of the worlds mass but we have been very influential, proud!!!!
And we feel just the same today. God bless our Queen.
God bless our Queen
What a truly beautiful reaction ladies❤️
Thank you so very much for the love you show to our Monachy.
xx
Beautifully done reaction ladies.
Love from the UK to all our friends in the USA.
Made me feel so proud to have the best statesperson to ever live.God save the queen. proud that your my queen.
Ladies! I am so thankful I found your channel. We appreciate you as much as you do us!
That means a lot!
Thank you lovely ladies, I was 5 that year, can't remember seeing this as it actually happened, no television but saw it at the cinema and over the years, but I'm seeing it again and appreciating it more through your eyes.
Just stumbled on this video & loved it. I can't wait to see others, new subscriber here. Best wishes from Australia 🇦🇺 ❤
Lovely reaction, proud to be British love and admire our queen.shes one hell of a lady .🇬🇧🌹
At about 10.41 the Queen takes the oath to govern her territories overseas 'according to THEIR laws and customs', note, not ours. This is the difference between our Empire and other people's empires.
The Brits have been doing this for centuries. The tradition and celebration of the coronation is timeless. Queen Elizabeth is a hero to so many. You're right....it's a heavy burden to carry, and she has done it beautifully and with amazing grace. I'm a born Brit living in BC, Canada, and am still strongly rooted in the idea of the United Kingdom and the sovereignty. It's been around a long time, and there is much for us "newbies" on this side of the water, to learn. Thank goodness they've set a rather good example, overall, for all of us to learn from. Not without mistakes...but as it's been said, he who has not sinned, throw the first stone.
Being from The UK myself, it is incredible to see the respect from both of you for The Queen. She was absolutely stunning. This video was so refreshing, especially the end of the video with the older cousin reference. I truly enjoyed this video.