Whilst I must admit I haven't heard every single anthem, I can't think of one that is more rousing and inspiring . It truly is a work of art. Slightly less entertaining now that Katherine Jenkins and her famous...er...lungs have been shelved, but awe-inspiring nevertheless.
I certainly prefer it to the dirge that passes off as our anthem. Whilst I do tend to get caught up in singing it at various events through out the year, I would certainly do a swap with Wales if that were a possibility. Still, we can look forward to a brand new version when Prince Charles steps into his mothers' jewel encrusted, dainty slippers. Oh.
The English do seem to get a rough deal from the whole anthem business. I would personally select 'Land of Hope and Glory', but then my opinion counts for...nada (sadly).
What makes you proud of your country? I am not turning my back on the St George's cross, but stilll? I am slightly ashamed (sorry) about our rough handed heritage. It is all very well having a a huge collection of territories or 'properties' and sharing our knowledge with them, but it all seems very partizan and an emphasis on owning somewhere with natural resources. Goodness. The US of A get grief for going into a country with something worth saving, but we have built our whole nation on exploiting other places.
Maybe I am some sort of socialist at heart. Not a Champagne one. Can't afford that. Cava perhaps.
Quote of the Day: "If you were my husband, I would put Arsenic in your coffee" - Lady Astor
"Madam. If you were my wife. I would drink it." - Sir Winston Churchill
Word of the Day: Agelast - A person who never laughs
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