The Royal Correspondent

On March 16, 2011, Her Majesty Queen Margrethe of Denmark participated in the Queen’s Watch in Copenhagen, Denmark.  According to Belga News the Queen, “…handed out  “the Queen’s Watch” to private Jon A.N. Bislev of the Royal Life Guard on the Queen’s Watch parade…”

To view photos of the event please click the link: Belga

Meanwhile, Their Royal Highnesses Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary are on holiday… again.  And, once again they were in beautiful Switzerland with their family enjoying the slopes, hanging out with friends, and eating.

It’s been quite some time since Crown Prince Frederik actually worked, though he was Regent for a couple of days whereupon he fired a couple of Danish ministers and other unimportant nonsense, but whatever.  I swear, this guy is lazy in my opinion.  In case you are wondering, H.R.H. Crown Princess Mary is still on maternity leave and it is unknown when she will return to her official duties.  Some say it will be after the Danish twins christening in April, while many other royal watchers highly doubt that she will.

Source and photos courtesy of:  Billed Bladet and Life.com and SN.dk 

In an article from BT.dk (via Billed Bladet), HM Queen Margrethe of Denmark speaks about her son, HRH Crown Prince Frederik, new life with twins.  Apparently, the Queen notes, “It’s strenuous…”

Of course it would be.

Per BT.dk:

HM Queen Margrethe reports that all is well with Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary’s new members of their family.  However, she has decided to give the family some quiet time for after the birth of the twins.

‘We have much to do all the time. I also, think that when one has to nurse two children all at once, one shouldn’t be stressed about other things.  It is rather strenuous to have twins and that is enough.

The Queen could already see the difference on going with Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary and their family.  But as a Grandma there isn’t much difference.

‘Not for me. But I can see, how much it matters for the family that it hits, so to speak. There is twice so much all the time; it’s very strenuous. I have impressions of that it has been slept, eat, nurse. Sleep, eat, nurse.’

The Queen also reports that there is big difference between the children both as to the appearance and temperament. The daughter-in-law Crown Princess Mary has told her that there is clear difference in how they react and behave.

In addition prince Christian and princess Isabella have accepted the twins  The two large children are, according to the Queen,’ very proud’ of the twins.

The twins will  be baptized on April 14th and Queen Margrethe informs to Billed-Bladet that she still doesn’t know the names of the children.

While her husband, HRH Prince Henrik of Denmark, is in Paris, France pimping his new book his wife, Queen Margrethe of Denmark, is having fun in Oslo, Norway.

According to the Danish magazine, Billed Bladet, the Queen hit the bunny slope (which is stupid because she has a bad knee and hip) to pose for the cameras.  However, typical Billed Bladet sugar-coated the Queen’s health condition by proclaiming that she:

…is in absolute top form as she happily smiled which is clear that she is in formidable health…

Okay.  If you say so.

Anyway, later on that day, Queen Margrethe joined Their Majesties King Harald and Queen Sonja of Norway, HRH Crown Princess Victoria and HRH Prince Daniel of Sweden, and HRH Crown Prince Haakon and HRH Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway to watch the women’s cross-country event.

Source and photos courtesy of: Billed Bladet by Hanne Juul and Day Life by REUTERS/Leonhard Foeger

In less than 63 days, HRH Prince William of Wales will marry Miss Catherine Middleton at Westminster Abbey in London, England.  Recently, the invitations have been sent out and many royal watchers are wondering who will be invited.  So far, we know that several non-reigning royal houses will attend including the Greek royal family, but we are still uncertain who, from reigning royal houses, received an invite.

According to Billed Bladet, HM Queen Margrethe and HRH Prince Henrik of Denmark recently received their invitation to the British royal wedding and plan to attend.  Interestingly, the Crown Prince and Crown Princess of Denmark were not invited.  Many royal watchers believed they would be, but sadly that simply isn’t the case.

Source and photo courtesy of: Billed Bladet and Bauer Griffin

On Saturday, February 12, 2011, HM Queen Margrethe attended an art exhibit in Nivå, Denmark.  The art loving Queen (who is an accomplished as well as a respected artist herself) came to show her support of the exhibit entitled, Preben Hornung: A Modern Master.

According to the Danish newspaper, SN.dk, HM Queen Margrethe is a great admirer of the late Preben Hornung (who died at the age of 70 in 1989):

Queen Margrethe was intrigued by Hornung and he has portrayed [painted and/or drew] her on several occasions. A few examples can be seen at the exhibition, and in the accompanying catalog, prepared for the exhibit, there is a large fine and inspiring conversation between the Queen and the catalog’s author, Mikael Wivel.

To view several images from the exhibit opening please click the link:  www.sn.dk

Source and photos courtesy of: SN.dk by Peter Elmholt

On their third day visiting the lovely country of Bahrain, HM Queen Margrethe and Prince Henrik of Denmark had a chance to visit some amazing historical sites including the Ali Burial Mounds.

According to Billed Bladet, Queen Margrethe wandered through the local bazaar whereupon she purchased several items including, “… beautiful fabrics and spices…”

Now, that the official visit to Bahrain is over, the Queen and Prince Henrik held a press conference.  They noted that they had a fantastic time and their hosts and the people of Bahrain were fantastic.

To view photos from the press conference as well as other images please click the link: BT.dk

Source and photo courtesy of: Billed Bladet by Hanne Juul/Billed Bladet

On February 4, 2011, their second day in Bahrain, HM Queen Margrethe and her husband, Prince Henrik, visited Bahrain National Museum (which she actually visited on Day One, but whatever), the Site Museumand Qala’at Al-Bahrainan (an archeology site on the edge of the Persian Gulf), and Barbar Tenple.

One of the first stops during her visit to Bahrain was the National Museum whereupon it was reported that Queen Margrethe, a lover of art, was “thrilled” to see the amazing artwork and artifacts contained in the museum.  According to Billed Bladet, the museum:

… [was] designed by Danish architect Knud Holscher. Here they saw such some old graves, which Professor Glob found in Bahrain back in 1950, which the Queen already knew so much about the subject she that could discuss at length with the talented guides who showed her around.

Afterwards, the royal couple were greeted by 75  Danes living in Bahrain before the royal motorcade drove on to the Site Museum, which was also designed by a Dane, architect Claus Wohlert.

The next day, Her Majesty visited the Site Museumand Qala’at Al-Bahrainan.  The Queen was in awe with what was found at the site location.  According to Billed Bladet, the reigning couple, along with their hosts, “…went up to the Portuguese fort where Professor Glob had his camp when he made excavations in the country.”

Next up for the couple was a visit to Barbar Temple which is being overlooked as well as excavated by Danish archeologists.  The Queen remarked, “I feel pride at the Danish archaeologist behalf. It is a wonderful pioneering work they have done…”

Finally, it was lunch time.  LOL.  Her Majesty, Prince Henrik and their hosts, King Al Khalifa and his first wife, Princess Sabeeka, dined at the palace.

To view the images from Day Two in Bahrain please click the link:  BT.dk

Source and photo courtesy of: Billed Bladet by Hanne Juul/Billed Bladet

Earlier today I noted that HM Queen Margrethe and her husband Prince Henrik of Denmark are visiting Bahrain for the next several days.  At the time there were a limited about of images.

Now, thanks to the Danish magazine, BT.dk, we have a myriad of photos for us to admire.

Please click the link to view: BT.dk and Here

Also, it seems that HM Queen Margrethe has given the Grand Cross of the Order of the Dannebrog to HM King Al Khalifa of Bahrain.    :)

Photo courtesy of: Billed Bladet by Hanne Juul/Billed Bladet

HM Queen Margrethe and her husband, Prince Henrik of Denmark are in Bahrain for the next three days for an official state visit.

The royal couple arrived this morning and were warmly welcomed by King Al Khalifa, Deputy Premier Shaikh Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Khalifa, Culture Minister Shaikha Mai bint Mohammed Al Khaifa, Muharraq Governor and Danish Ambassador to Bahrain at the royal palace in Bahrain.

According to the Danish magazine, Billed Bladet:

There was plenty of pomp and circumstance, when Her Majesty Queen Margrethe and Prince Henrik of Denmark arrived to the desert country of Bahrain.

A distinguished honor guard on foot and one on horse was set up in the palace courtyard, and in the minutes before the queen’s arrival exercised the royal orchestra in playing “King Christian.”

King Al Khalifa and Queen of Denmark enjoyed a cup of coffee together before they exchanged gifts.  Then, the two monarchs ate lunch together in a beautiful dining hall decorated with gold.

Later in the afternoon, the official visit continues with stops at two prestigious museums, both designed by Danish architects.

The purpose of the official state visit is to promote bilateral relations. ( Bahrain News Agency)

To read more about today’s event please click the link: Billed Bladet

Source and photo courtesy of: Billed Bladet by Hanne Juul/Billed-Bladet

Well, it’s been quite sometime since I posted anything about HM Queen Margrethe and her husband, HRH Prince Henrik of Denmark.  With that being said, the couple recently attended various events including a birthday party and a winter ball.

According to the Danish magazine, Billed Bladet, the couple attended a birthday party on January 15, 2011 for their dear friend, Birthe Bruun Rasmussen.  According to the reporter, Ulrik Ulriksen:

HM Queen Margrethe  and the Prince Consort attended the birthday party with their closest friends the night before the royal birth of  the Danish twins at Rigshospitalet.

Apparently, the Queen knew late Friday when she made her way to her friend, Birthe Bruun Rasmussen’s 70th birthday bash at the Warehouse 11 in Copenhagen, that Crown Princess Mary was close to giving birth. Maybe that’s why Her Majesty seemed a little tense upon arriving at the party. She knew that the birth could happen at any moment while she and her husband enjoyed the birthday party.

Once she had come inside and was received by the birthday girl and her husband, Jesper Bruun Rasmussen, the Queen seemed more relaxed. In the end, she, along with Prince Henrik, enjoyed the birthday party which had lots of great food, vintage wines.  Speeches were made and music filled the air.  The famous opera singer Gert Henning Jensen sang and later in the evening Peter Kragerup orchestra played for the guests.

Meanwhile, on January 29, 2011, HM Queen Margrethe and HRH Prince Henrik attended a winter ball hosted by their dear friend, Fritz Schur.  The ball took place at the Christian Holm Castle, located in Klampenborg, Denmark.

According to Billed Bladet:

The scene was from the guests’ arrival set for a grand evening with culinary masterpieces and vintage wines. The energetic host took personally greeted all of the guests including Her Majesty the Queen and the Prince Consort, who arrived last.

Fritz Schur, who recently was appointed chamberlain, bowed deeply to Queen Margrethe then he escorted the Queen up the grand stairs into the elegant entrance hall where flowers of all colors filled the room.

Both the Queen and Prince Consort looked forward to a long night with many of their close friends who were on the guest list. One of the Schur-festival highlights was the musical performances by some of the country’s best classical musicians ensured.

The beautiful Viennese music was the perfect accompaniment to a gala evening that the royal couple and most other guests he ended only after midnight.

 

To view more photos from both events please click the links: 70th Birthday Party and   Winter Ball

Source and photos courtesy of: Billed Bladet by Jacob Ljørring and Birger Storm