Previously Overhyped: Queen's Interaction with Paddington Bear

For a while, there was a plethora of posts about the Queen's interaction with Paddington Bear at her 70th Jubilee celebrations. This one little skit, which was recorded as part of her Diamond Jubilee, has been blown out of proportion, leading many to believe she had spent most of her life as if she were one of the Characters in a Paddington Bear movie.

However, the reality is far simpler. In June, during the Platinum Jubilee celebrations marking 70 years on the throne, Her Majesty recorded a short skit with Paddington Bear. This skit was projected at the start of the Platinum Party at the Palace. This event, while a highlight, was just one of her many duties.

In the skit, which was a delightful but brief video, the Queen had tea with Paddington Bear. At the end of this charming scene, Paddington looked at her majesty and said, 'Thank you, ma'am… For everything.' This line encapsulates the emotions of the British people towards the Queen, and quite poignantly, it's why the Queen's interaction with Paddington Bear became a topic of interest.

One can easily understand the significance of this interaction when cast back to the context of June and the Platinum Jubilee. The Queen had just arrived at the Olympics by helicopter, and chute jumping, so a little sketch with Paddington Bear was, as they say, 'child's play.' It's a small and sweet moment that humans, regardless of age, can relate to. Her Majesty didn't even inform her family of this interaction, which speaks to how it was just another simple moment in her long and distinguished reign.

While this skit can be found on YouTube, it was much more than just a brief scene. It was a way to use a beloved character to promote the Commonwealth Games. This request to use Buckingham Palace to promote the event, and the Queen's agreement to join in, shows how well-loved Paddington Bear is and how significant the event was to her.

Even those like the Archbishop of Wales, in his sermon at the Llandaff Cathedral on 16 September, recalled the skit. He said, "we will never look at a jar of marmalade in the same way again." This statement emphasizes the impact of the interaction and how it has become a cherished memory for many.

In conclusion, the Queen's interaction with Paddington Bear, though initially overhyped, represents a simpler and more heartfelt moment in her long reign. It underlines the enduring love for the character and the Queen herself.