The Allure of Will and Kate

This phenomenon of standing in line at 3am to catch a glimpse of the new Royal couple deserves some pontificating. Undeniably, they are charming, genuine, sincere and happy. They exhibit a gentle modesty which is all too absent in an age of narcissism and self indulgence not to mention some decision making prowess as evidenced by their trip to Slave Lake to visit with fire stricken residents of this northern Alberta town. It all still makes me go hmmm as to why people rearrange their lives to come face to face with figures of Royalty. What emptiness is it in the lives of some that need a void filled by youthful figure heads addressed by "your excellencies" whom haven't yet by the confines of youth achieved life goals. While not to denigrate the Monarchy or the new lustre bestowed upon this institution by such lovely people as William and Kate, I wonder about the intrinsic ability of a contingent to self actualize their own purpose when enraptured curiously in the unfolding lives of strangers. If we all show more admiration and love to those that should be close to us - our relationships and community bond will be so much more healthier.