Yes, Deborah, I was wondering the exact same thing.

It won't matter what plan she made for them, and feel sure she did, they will feel the loss of thier beloved mistress.

What a lady, what a life. She really was an amazing person. I hope she had time to do a few things that she enjoyed. I hope that she felt release and peace as she left her long life of dedication and service. I hope she knew how many people looked up to her.

Her coronation came a short time before we left England to go and live in Portugal. My mother and I braved the crowds and watched from afar.