09/09/2022
Many years ago I was privileged to be selected to join the Royal yacht. On arriving I was given my role, polish anything that needed polishing but my official role was car door opener. I spent hours practising how to fold a blanket and place it on her majesty's lap! The pride my family felt watching me on the news made me even happier. I spent nearly a year on board meeting most of the family and experiencing the friendlyness once we were at sea away from the prying eyes of the media. Visiting the channel islands and traveling with the family. My sister still looks after my my arm badges etc. I am proud to have served on HMY Britannia and to Elizabeth, thank you for recognising that I was but a terrified 19 year old and may you rest in peace.
Mike