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Greetings royal enthusiasts,
If you’re anything like me, you’re semi-obsessed with the recent royal happenings, specifically the engagement of Diana, Princess of Wales’s youngest son, Harry, to American actor Meghan Markle. This earth-shattering news leaves us royal-watchers wondering: who is this American brunette who has captured the heart of England’s most eligible royal bachelor? And what are the plans for the wedding of year? Well, you’re in luck because you’ve found a source for all the dishy tidbits on the princess-to be, the ring, the engagement and, the wedding.
First, let’s talk a little about the lucky girl herself: Megan Markle, age 36, was born in Los Angeles, California. Her father was a sound engineer on the famous 80’s TV show, Married With Children while her mother worked as a yoga instructor. Meghan’s not your average budding princess: she’s making royal history and breaking barriers in all kinds of areas. First, she’s divorced (which may not be a big deal for you and me, but it’s huge for the royals as it wasn’t too long ago that the King abdicated his throne to marry a divorcee). Second, she’s bi-racial (again, no biggie in the real world, but another royal first). Go Meghan! This blogger is excited about our new princess…more to come about her acting, her philanthropy (a passion that she and Harry share), and her plans to undoubtedly shake up the castle a little.
So what’s next for this plucky American? Well, Royal Central reports that it’s Christmas with the Queen at Sandringham- hope she’s brushed up on her manners as that’s bound to be a tough crowd! I wonder what she’ll get the queen? A new hankie? Maybe a yoga mat? Best of luck Meghan – we’re rooting for you!
Cherrio for now!
Mentor Blogs
Pet ownershttps://herepup.com/ – Terrific blog about dogs, dog owners, celebrity dogs, etc…
http://www.ammothedachshund.com/ – Written from the perspective of a dachsund. Clever and fun to read.
ATonksTail.com – Cat Owners Blog
MegDendler.blogspot.com – Cat owner blog by person who has also written a fiction series about her cats.
Fashion
http://www.dinasdays.com/ – Blog by a thrift-store fanatic, about fashion and finding a bargain in unexpected places.
Science / Technology
http://www.seymoursimon.com/index.php/blog/ – Science focused blog by the author of many science books.
https://www.wired.com/category/science-blogs/ – Writers at Wired Magazine maintain a bunch of blogs, which are all collected here.
https://www.engadget.com/ – Essential blog if you are interested in technology gadgets, gaming or things like that.
Sports
Gabriele Marcotti’s blog for ESPN-FC — terrific soccer writer
http://www.espnfc.us/blog/marcotti-musings/62/index
Joe Posnanski’s Blog – A terrific sports writer and lover of baseball. This blog covers all aspects of baseball, culture and tactics.
Travel
http://www.offassignment.com/ – A travel blog, written by journalists when they aren’t reporting for their real jobs. The writing is awesome, and the content can sometimes be serious as well as fun.
https://www.freshoffthegrid.com/ – Written by a couple who travel the country in an old Ford Focus, cooking by the side of the road and backpacking.
https://www.lostwithpurpose.com/ – The two people who write this blog make a point of visiting places that are off the grid and unexpected. Their experiences are terrific, and it’s an example of a blog written from a unique perspective.
Cooking / Food
http://thewoodandspoon.com – Great cooking blog about baking, travel and other experiences the author has around food. Recipes are terrific too.
https://www.thehungrybites.com/about/ – Cooking blog from a man in Greece, who has amazing recipes, and writes really well too.
http://www.chicagofoodiegirl.com/ – A local voice, checking out places to eat around The Windy City.
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