Princess

I may have mentioned before that I have a very soft spot in my heart for Kate Middleton. She is lovely: she has marvelous hair, a fabulous wardrobe, and a genuine smile.  Most importantly, she always seems like an all-around pleasant and practical and thoughtful and kind person. The sort of person who is loyal and quietly helpful, and who makes others feel better about themselves.

(I know; I have no idea what she is really like, having never even met her. Still, given the grace with which she has withstood the media's cruel and intrusive spotlight, and the charm that she exudes at each and every one of her public appearances, she must be a woman with fortitude and strength of character.)

This morning, Kate was safely delivered of a baby girl. As we admire the photographs of her and her newborn daughter, we wish all the very best of health and happiness for her and her newly-expanded family.

Thank you, Kensington Palace twitter, for this lovely photo. 

(https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/594556326518386689)