Diana left ring to Harry...thoughts on it being given to Kate????

[DebbieB]

From what I read, Charles didn't even pick the ring for Diana. She was presented with a tray of rings and asked which one she wanted for her engagement ring. She chose that one. I think that is why it is special to her sons. As someone said, it was reported that the boys chose what they wanted when she died, Diana did not specifically leave it to Harry. At her young age, she probably did not think to leave specific items to certain people.

 

[Luv Bunnies]

Since William is Diana's eldest son and the first one to get married, I think it's wonderful that her ring is such a big part of the whole event. What better way for William to remember his mom than to give Kate her ring, and what better way for Kate to honor Diana than to wear it? And it was a nice gesture on Harry's part to want them to have the ring. I'm sure when he gets married he'll find something just as lovely and meaningful to give his bride.

 

[crashbb]

Even if she were from the U.K, it still would have nothing to do with her at all.

Heck, even if she were invited to the wedding, it would have nothing to do with her.

Assuming the story is true, I think it is sweet and shows what a strong relationship the two brothers have.

 

[BC]

My my....I am not new to these boards and certainly realize everyone has a different opinion, that is why I come here with so many subjects. If we all thought the same way, what would be the need? Sorry if I came across as not wanting anything posted indicating I should not have even had such a thought. I appreciate all the response and now that I know more about the subject, such as the fact it was not left to Harry, I see it differently. Magic Mom, you are absolutely correct and that is why I stated that we can all agree to disagree!

CdnCarrie, mdsoccermom, Holly & CrashBB- There are thousands of post on these boards related to news items and subjects that the poster has nothing to do with other than an interest (celebrities, politicians, etc). Didn't realize that I was out of line.

 

[Holly]

My my....I am not new to these boards and certainly realize everyone has a different opinion, that is why I come here with so many subjects. If we all thought the same way, what would be the need? Sorry if I came across as not wanting anything posted indicating I should not have even had such a thought. I appreciate all the response and now that I know more about the subject, such as the fact it was not left to Harry, I see it differently. Magic Mom, you are absolutely correct and that is why I stated that we can all agree to disagree!

CdnCarrie, mdsoccermom, Holly & CrashBB- There are thousands of post on these boards related to news items and subjects that the poster has nothing to do with other than an interest (celebrities, politicians, etc). Didn't realize that I was out of line.

I'm not sure why you addressed me specifically because I certainly didn't say or imply that you were out of line for giving your opinion.

I quoted and was referring to CdnCarrie's post.

 

[brenalexacamp]

As a new bride, I would want my "own" ring.

 

[crashbb]

I'm not sure why you addressed me specifically because I certainly didn't say or imply that you were out of line for giving your opinion.

I quoted and was referring to CdnCarrie's post.

I was doing the same. I was pointing out the strangeness in suggesting that, if the OP had been from a Commonwealth Country, the issue of the ring would be personal for her.

People can (and do) start threads about things that have nothing to do with them all of the time (though, most aren't as quick to accuse others of flaming them when there is no flaming to be seen).

 

[cm8]

What I had heard on the national news was that Harry requested the ring as a momento, and William requested a watch after their mother died.

Now, years later Harry on his own accord offered the ring to be given to Kate, saying that it should go to the next Princess of Wales. I think it is an extraordinary selfless and thoughtful gift.

agreed

 

[BC]

Please, I did not intend for this to go anywhere but on subject. Sorry for using the word "flame". I love hearing from all of you and hope you all continue to help me out when I come here with questions as you have for years. I am really not that concerned about the ring. Sometimes I just come here to get away from a hectic day to just talk about whatever pops to mind. Some coworkers were talking about the ring the other day and I just thought I would throw it out to the Dis.

 

[NMAmy]

It's between William and Harry so not sure why anyone else would care.

Are you even from the U.K. or a commonwealth country? If you're American it has nothing to do with you at all.

DH is a British citizen--does this mean William & Harry will be calling soon for his opinion?

 

[Jennasis]

Was the ring Diana's or is it considered part of the royal collection (and therefore belongs technically to the Royal Family)?

 

[Robinrs]

You are definitely new if you didn't know a question such as the one you posted would not have lots of opposing "thoughts" responding. It's the nature of the DIS.

Drop your bomb and move along... it's the best way to handle it.

 

[BC]

As I have previously posted, I did expect different views and did not intend to come across as I must have. You are right, let's drop it.

 

[mdsoccermom]

My my....I am not new to these boards and certainly realize everyone has a different opinion, that is why I come here with so many subjects. If we all thought the same way, what would be the need? Sorry if I came across as not wanting anything posted indicating I should not have even had such a thought. I appreciate all the response and now that I know more about the subject, such as the fact it was not left to Harry, I see it differently. Magic Mom, you are absolutely correct and that is why I stated that we can all agree to disagree!

CdnCarrie, mdsoccermom, Holly & CrashBB- There are thousands of post on these boards related to news items and subjects that the poster has nothing to do with other than an interest (celebrities, politicians, etc). Didn't realize that I was out of line.

I never, ever said that you were out of line nor that you shouldn't have an interest. I was responding to the person who implied that since you are an American, this issue (a member of the royal family giving his mother's engagement ring to another member of the royal family) has nothing to do with you, as if it's a matter in which people from the UK do have a say.

 

[Holly]

As I have previously posted, I did expect different views and did not intend to come across as I must have. You are right, let's drop it.

Someone dropped a stinkbomb in this thread but it wasn't you. No worries.

 

[BC]

I apologize to all.

 

[Nancy]

I apologize to all.

why? You didn't post anything wrong. You posted your feelings..others posted theirs. As far as I can see there was only 1 post in here that was a bit snarky.

 

[MrsPete]

News reported that the ring William gave Kate was actually left by Diana to Harry, but "after much discussion it was decided that William would give it to Kate". Seems had Diana wanted it given to William's wife, she would have left it to him. I don't know, it just doesn't seem right somehow that Harry should not have kept it.

I agree that if Diana left it to Harry (or if it was the item of hers that he chose as a remembrance), he should've kept it for his own future wife. William and his wife are getting the better end of the inheritance already!

 

[bumbershoot]

Now, years later Harry on his own accord offered the ring to be given to Kate, saying that it should go to the next Princess of Wales. I think it is an extraordinary selfless and thoughtful gift.

When I read that I got all teary, thinking about how nice it was, and how much Harry must love his brother and future sister in law...

I guess things hold sentimental value to me. If my mother left something to me, I would cherish it. As much as I love my sisters, I would feel she wanted me to keep it!

My mom didn't have a will for her *things*, and I chose what I wanted. Mainly chose stuff in grief and fear that my stepdad would get rid of it all (he's not a bad man, but he got all weird after she died). When he decided to remarry (proposed on the second date, wedding date a month from that point) I had him send it all. And now...I sit with a bunch of stuff I care NOTHING about, but find it impossible to sell/donate/give away to friends/etc. It is torture to be saddled with stuff that you think you have to love, think that you have to keep. I would LOVE to give some of this stuff to my brother and sis in law, but they don't want it either.

Just because you give something away doesn't mean you aren't sentimental about it; just means you don't like or need it, and it is taking up room in your life that a good parent would NEVER want to cause in their cherished child's life. It would drive my mom batty that I still have her antique oak ice chest, just b/c I didn't want stepdad's new wife to have it...better that they have it and enjoy it than I have it and ignore it!

As a new bride, I would want my "own" ring.

When I was newly engaged, I wanted NOTHING more than to wear my grandmother's old engagement ring. Women are different from each other.

Bummer for me, hubby followed his mother's advice that I must be lying, that NO woman wanted an OLD ring, ALL women wanted NEW rings...and he insisted on buying me a new ring. That I didn't want. People are different. I'm sure the future princess had quite a bit of say in this, and that she's happy to wear that ring.

 

[CdnCarrie]

Even if she were from the U.K, it still would have nothing to do with her at all.

Just find the American obsession with the Head of State of another country bizarre.

For sure the ring has nothing to do with the UK people either as it's not a Crown jewel. But at least the Uk and the Commonwealth have a tie to the monarchy. The American people don't so it so weird that that an American cares about Diana's ring at all.

Personally I think it's really sweet that Kate is wearing it. Wonder if she would have if Diana was still alive.