Still, the Brits are still the best at anecdotes. I love this one from Rose’s piece again:
A Labour peer, having endured an evening of ostracism [at a Royal bash with Margaret] remarked to the host: “I am not a republican, but I don’t seem to have much luck with the Royal family. I once had quite a struggle helping the king on with his overcoat until I realized he was trying to take it off.”
The Dish 