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Magical Meghan and the ongoing PR campaign

In her famous New Yorker essay, a different Meghan - the writer Meghan Daum - confesses that even as her life crumbled because of overwhelming credit card debt, she still bought fresh flowers every day. "I have a compulsive need to keep fresh-cut flowers in my apartment at all times," Meghan Daum wrote.

Meghan Markle, who is still the Duchess of Sussex although no longer HRH Duchess of Sussex, also has a spending compulsion. She must have PR, a habit that started when she was an up-and-coming actress and continues today.

Even now - when she is desperate for income and effectively homeless - Meghan Markle has managed to keep her PR machine rolling.

God only knows who is paying for it.


Trying to be a distraction

One might guess that when the world is gripped by the coronavirus crisis, people might not be interested in a mid-level celebrity couple.

But Meg hasn't let that stop her - perhaps she's hoping to be a "Tiger King" type distraction for people who can't bear to read more bad news.

Unfortunately, the things people really want to know about Meg are things she is unwilling or unable to discuss.

How's Archie?  "Sorry, no photos."  So, tell me about your new house?  "That's confidential." What really went on between you and the Royal Family?  "You'll have to wait for the book."

Instead, we've had day after day of PR stories of stuff that pretty much nobody is interested in.

Strange stories

Today's top story on Page Six (probably lifted to that spot by one of Meg's famous bot farms) is "Meghan Markle's real name and title revealed on Archie's birth certificate." Hm. Her real name is Rachel, she's a princess due to her marriage to Harry, and that (possibly faked) birth certificate is nearly a year old. Why is this news?

Yesterday the Telegraph's fashion page, which has long been bizarrely supportive of poorly-dressed Meghan, ran a story headlined: "The exercise regime responsible for Meghan's new body."

The article was a puff piece about an exercise studio founder; it wasn't until the end of a lengthy paragraph 3 that the writer added that the founder's "personal clients include Carey Mulligan, the actress, and the Duchess of Sussex. (Meghan was spotted at the Heartcore Kensington studio when she moved to London and instantly liked its menu of stretching, barre work, free weights, TRX, yoga and low impact cardio.)"

So his trainer worked with Meg 3 years ago when she first arrived in London? Big news. Was "Meghan's new body", as promised in the headline, established in 2017?

Also, is Meg still a client? She's in LA now, but does she use the trainer's online program?

The trainer doesn't know, and neither does the Telegraph.  "She says her data can’t tell her whether Meghan’s logging on. But given how addictive that post-class buzz of toned, lengthened and stretched out muscles is, it would be odd if the Duchess wasn’t keeping up with Heartcore."

OK, this is not what they taught us in journalism school. The Telegraph has literally 0% proof that Meg is involved with this fitness programme. Why are they mentioning her name?

Unless, of course, they've been paid to.

The Daily Mail chimes in 

Paid placement in the Daily Mail Online is an open secret; the Kardashians have been doing it for years, and so have many other reality TV types who make much of their income from "dates" with men who discover them in the Mail.

Even the Chinese Communist Party is getting in on the action: today the Mail published a story and Tweet asking "Has China won the war for global supremacy?"  (No, but they've proven how far the MailOnline's owner, Viscount Rothermere, will go for a pay cheque.)

The Daily Mail plays a consistent role in Meg's PR campaign, publishing stories about her almost every day. 

In the past three days, we've learned from the Daily Mail that Prince Harry assisted with her (awful) narration of an elephant documentary, that she had not seen her mother Doria since returning to Los Angeles, that Meg's UK-based facialist found her "kind and down-to-Earth", and that Meg would like to return to acting but would "only work with A-list directors, like Ava Duvernay"


Oh, please do take some time off, Meg. I dare you.

But I don't think you can. 

Comments

Anonymous said…
Well, that's weird... my comment above is blank, so try, try again:

@Sandie, I have to say that my opinion re whether Archie is "real" or not has evolved over time and morphed into several different directions, sometimes at the same points in time lol, and while I do not and have not formed a definitive opinion, I have remained open to lots of arguments. I'm torn because it's been so bizarre that it's impossible to hold too tightly to any opinion of it IMO. My point re this is that I do think the discussions change and/or open those minds willing to consider the alternatives, although some, admittedly get too far out for me. I find the most useful part of the discussion is just having our individual perceptions of "whoa, this is weird!" validated.


And @Fairy Crocodile, I agree that a balanced discussion helps to keep our wilder assumptions in check, and is very good for the general quality of this blog. Of course, that requires keeping egos in check, remaining objective, and being honest about any existing biases.
Lt. Nyota Uhura said…
What a nice community this is.

Nutty Flavor should be proud.

We fight each other. In real life, we would probably punch each other in the face.

I would like to punch many people in the face.

But here, we discuss.

Hikari said…
Just watched the Queen’s speech this morning. Delivered like the true professional that she is. That is the Greatest Generation in operation right there. How silly and small celebrity culture preoccupations must seem to people of the Queen’s Generation, A rapidly diminishing cohort. A person like Meg seems hardly worthy to coat the soles of HM’s shoes.

I don’t know if anyone’s mentioned it already, but I couldn’t help immediately noticing the regal shade… HMTQ chose for her speech the exact shade of green we last saw from The Ducha$$ of Nowhere in her last appearance as a “Royal.” This is how one wears green regally. Somehow, I don’t think the color of her majesty’s dress was a coincidence.
Christine said…
Meghan follows the Kardashianesque style of PR management. Kim Kardashian, whatever else you may think of her, has basically built her family's empire based on a complete saturation of PR.

I agree with Elle regarding some genius pieces of PR being released by the BRF family right now. The piece about Meg only wanting to work with that director Ava Duvernay was highly effective. That is annoying and offensive to anyone in Hollywood, heck to anyone. Meghan might be street smart and she can fight dirty, but she cannot compete with the minds that work for the British royal family. Some smart and canny folks work there!

I also agree with two other points brought up. "We tried- we really tried" is not just a theory to me. It's absolute fact. Partly because frankly, the Queen, Prince Charles, etc, they do love Harry. Also because they realize the precarious position they are in, in regards to Meghan's race. So they had to put their best efforts, best feet forward with H&M. Lastly, covid 19 has knocked Meghan completely out of the game. That's why you see such stupid pieces about her right now. She is desperate and you can feel it.

I often wonder about Harry. In his quiet moments, does he sits there thinking about what has become of his life? His BROTHER, their relationship, just basically been thrown in the shitter (pardon my language). That's where Archie comes in. He has his son, HIS family. I think he always admired/emulated William and Kate and their family, now he has his own son. The problem is...his wife! She has brought out the most odious parts of H's personality. When he flew on a private jet and gave that stupid barefoot speach on the beach, much to the chagrine and amusement of the world, I remember thinking WOW, she brings out the worst in him. It will be interesting to see how their future shapes up! Not looking good as of now though
Lt. Nyota Uhura said…
@ Hikari --

I hate, yes, HATE the Harkles.

Still, being Christian, I will give them a chance.

Do the right thing by the Queen. If you do, many of us might stand by you.

If not, then …………… not.
Lt. Nyota Uhura said…
Well, if I can figure out how to post with a picture, then others should do so as well.

Anonymous said…
@Lt. Nyota I can promise you that I would never punch you or any other Nuttier in the face, just like I wouldn't hit either of the Dumbartons. Far better to just SMH and walk away. Just sayin'.

@Christine, of course, we know I concur lol. And yes, you're right, the "We tried- we really tried" is not just a PR tactic. It's absolute fact. Partly because frankly, the Queen, Prince Charles, etc, they do love Harry. Also because they realize the precarious position they are in, in regards to Meghan's race. So they had to put their best efforts, best feet forward with H&M.

I do think that the BRF were aware early on that Rach wasn't all that and a box of cracker, so I do think that some of the special treatment was the result of two birds/one stone in the sense that the BRF wanted to show acceptance and they love Harry, and so they welcomed her, but also, in case this went off the rails later, there would be definitive proof that they tried, they really, really tried. I still think that's why Rach got the train. And the big wedding. And the tour. And the special protection for her mother, etc.
EFarrell said…
There is a fantastic restaurant on the beach in Malibu called Dukes. Maybe when this is all done, Harry can get a job as a greeter.
Lt. Nyota Uhura said…
Elle, Reine des Abeilles said...
@Lt. Nyota I can promise you that I would never punch you or any other Nuttier in the face, just like I wouldn't hit either of the Dumbartons. Far better to just SMH and walk away. Just sayin'.

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Works for me.
Anonymous said…
@Hikari, completely right re HMTQ's speech. I enjoyed the BBC commentary afterwards as well. It really lent an historical perspective I might not have had otherwise. I do think HMTQ's green was a softer shade of green, however. I would love to know what the Duchess of Malibu thought of it lol.


And to anyone concerned that I'm trying to take over the blog by commenting so much... no, I'm away for days and weeks and even a few months at a time. I will be again soon because I'll be super busy IRL.
Anonymous said…
@Nutty Sigh lol, sigh. (Insert laughing eye-roll emoji here)
Seabee666 said…
So, the British tabloids, People Magazine, etc accept money for running positive stories from pathetic celebrities. Didn't know that. I stopped reading the DListed which I was obsessed with when I noticed a Team Meghan bias creeping through the commentary. I refuse to believe Michael K can't see through Markle who stole his beloved Prince Ginger. That means these sites also accept money for "advertorials." The Markles are panicking that they can't carry their 11M followeres on Instagram over to their new site (they were bought and paid for). Paying for positive press and social media must be getting expensive so I believe that Meghan is writing her own as well as her glowing reviews on Rotten Tomatoes. And she is probably at least half of the sugars. So, she has a job. Promoting herself.
Anonymous said…
@Seabee666 I bet you're right re this Meghan is writing her own as well as her glowing reviews on Rotten Tomatoes. How sad would that be? Saying it under different names doesn't make it any more valid. Someone should clue her in that there are apps out there that can indicate whether something was written by the same person, same as there is for plagiarism.
Fairy Crocodile said…
@Lt, Nyota

Interesting that you say Harkles cause strong emotions in you (like hate). Would you mind elaborating why? I am genuinely curious

I am in anti-Meg camp because certain people and media outlets are trying to sell her as a warm and caring human being, great actress, intelligent activist and a positive force, which I clearly see she isn't.

Once she is removed as a UK representative role my interest in her diminished greatly. I am mostly now watching Harry's boat sinking. I think Harry is the enabler and main destructive force in the duo. Markle has just used him to get to Hollywood and fame she doesn't deserve
Unknown said…
@Nutty

ROTFLOL!!!
Only time will tell us, perhaps, where the truth lies and whether we are wasting our time and virtual breath here.

Until now, those with a good grasp of matters from a professional viewpoint, as opposed to armchair-shrinks such as myself, have worn their authority lightly and we have been able to chew things over together.

Those of us who have suffered at the hands of these horrible people have been able to bring our experience to the table and offer our hard-won insights without being damned from the moral high ground for the heinous sin of `labelling' - at least that's how it looks from where I'm standing.

Together, we have tried, with such evidence as is available to us, to get at whatever truth lies within. We agree to differ on many points, after all we each see through our own `filters'. My filter is that of a loyal subject of Her Majesty, one brought up by a narcissistic mother and conditioned to submit to whatever the narcissist wants. Someone who has spent years and a small fortune in counselling to free herself from the very difficult people that have come her way, whether in the guise of loving friends or a spouse.

There, that's where I'm coming from.

I really would like to know whether the taker(s) of the moral high ground are legitimate professionals or whether they are only signalling their virtue.

Declare yourselves - I dare you.

Until that happens, I shall question whether there is still place here for me.
Nutty Flavor said…
So, the British tabloids, People Magazine, etc accept money for running positive stories from pathetic celebrities. Didn't know that.

It's worse than that. "Respectable" outlets like the New York Times, Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal publish paid "advertorials" from various foreign governments, including the Chinese communist party.

The Economist recently published an "advertorial" paid for by the government of China about how well they were handling the coronavirus crisis. (Sorry for the right-wing source, but they have a very useful photograph.)

Here's a whole section from the New York Times that was paid for by the Chinese government.

It really makes you wonder who you can trust. During the Coronavirus crisis, I've found various citizen journalists on Twitter more reliable than the mainstream media. This coming from a person who worked at several mainstream media outlets earlier in my career.


One final comment -

Do you think the DM is publishing sugary pieces with the intention of letting the public make the criticisms?

Then, when accused by the MM camp, they can act all innocent - `What do you mean - Critical? Moi?'.
I love this site because of all the insightful and thoughtful comments. Thank you so much to everybody here.

With lots of time on my hands right now (I'm a lawyer and all the courts here are closed) I decided to dig through old gossip sites to see just where it all went wrong for MM. Contrary to what Harry said, that nobody gave her a "fair shake", she was the one who never gave the BRF or her role in it a fair shake. I've come across one instance after another of her disregarding protocol, offending and just generally doing whatever she wanted. Then, when she was criticized, she had the gall to complain that she was being bullied and that the "bullies" were motivated by racism. For someone who is allegedly fashion-conscious, how could she get her clothes so wrong? She spent an awful lot of money on them (a million dollars in one year, by some estimates) yet the clothes were often too small (so tight you could see the outline of her underwear) or too large (her shoes).

As for her stated wish to work with big-name directors only: when you are a member of the BRF, the Queen is your boss. When you leave your employment, the worst thing you can do is publicly insult and humiliate your boss, the way the Harkles did to the Queen when they left the Firm. She doesn't think that the A-listers she is courting are going to look at that and steer clear of her?

Speaking of A-listers, where are Oprah Winfrey, George Clooney, Elton John and all the other celebrities who defended the Harkles during private-jet-gate last summer? The silence this time has been deafening.
FrenchieLiv said…
MM couldn’t help it! She had to do something after HMQ’s address (thanks to Scooby Doo = Omid Scobie...):
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were ‘moved’ by Queen Elizabeth II’s coronavirus address:
https://www.harpersbazaar.com/celebrity/latest/a32052023/meghan-markle-prince-harry-queen-coronavirus-speech/

Not sure they were "moved" when they disrespected so many time HMQ...


I do think the BRF uses PR right know. IMO, this isn’t great but still less pathetic than SS ongoing campaign:

Prince William and Kate Middleton's favourite royal photographer reveals .... (while Meghan's hairdresser reveals that...):
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-8191517/Royal-photographer-gives-rare-insight-snapping-thoughtful-Cambridges-home.html

Prince George & Charlotte send ‘chatty’ videos to the Queen and Charles (while Meghan is heartbroken she hasn't seen Doria)
https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/11337628/prince-george-charlotte-chatty-videos-queen-charles-lockdown/
Christine said…
@ Wild Boar Battle-maid- yes! The DM is a rag (but a beloved rag by many) but they are in the midst of a full blown war against MM. When she decided to sue them, I think they put their collective heads together at the DM and came up with a plan. To be honest, those stories generates lots of clicks and comments for them and those sugary pieces can really make H&M look extremely stupid. Her elephant narrating was eviscerated in reviews! I wonder if many people downloaded it? I certainly won't
Boris Johnson just moved into Intensive care unit, understood to be still conscious per Daily Express just now.

Sorry if already posted!
@Elle,’ special protection for her mother.’

Not the case, protection is not extended to family members, (Catherine’s family do not get it etc) unless of course paid for privately. 🤗
Nutty Flavor said…
@Redstone, yes, I saw that about Boris Johnson! So upsetting.

All politics aside, he's such a positive, ebullient man. With a baby on the way too!
Anonymous said…
@Raspberry Ruffle I had read (and no, I don't have the link) that Doria's security may have been paid by Chas. It sounds like that is incorrect, so if it is, apologies and will scratch it from the list.
HappyDays said…
Whoa! Boris Johnson has been moved into intensive care.
@Elle,’ I had read (and no, I don't have the link) that Doria's security may have been paid by Chas. It sounds like that is incorrect, so if it is, apologies and will scratch it from the list. ‘

It’s absolutely fine, I’m not one to ask for evidence, I like to keep things simple, it’s a light hearted blog. 😅 🤗
Anonymous said…
LOL, sorry @Raspberry Ruffle :) Your cat looks like he means business and is checking ID at the door lol.
Blogger Nutty Flavor said...
The Economist recently published an "advertorial" paid for by the government of China about how well they were handling the coronavirus crisis. (Sorry for the right-wing source, but they have a very useful photograph.)

Here's a whole section from the New York Times that was paid for by the Chinese government.
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The NY Times piece was marked as an advertisement though, and ran a disclaimer at the top: "This content was paid for and created by China Daily, People’s Republic of China. The news and editorial staffs of The New York Times had no role in this advertisement’s creation. and described as an advertisement at the top." They gotta make their dollars.

Saudi Arabia had one in the Washington Post, IIRC, around the time Jamil Khashoggi disappeared but before it was definitely known he was murdered.

China Daily has newspaper boxes in Washington DC, with FREE on the side. FWIW?

It really makes you wonder who you can trust. During the Coronavirus crisis, I've found various citizen journalists on Twitter more reliable than the mainstream media. This coming from a person who worked at several mainstream media outlets earlier in my career.

And I don't disagree with you Nutty, as the song said believe half of what you read, and none of what you hear! The citizens are not counting on that paycheck in a shrinking field though. They really are in it for truth and justice.
lizzie said…
@Raspberry Ruffle wrote:

>>>protection is not extended to family members, (Catherine’s family do not get it etc) unless of course paid for privately.<<<

There have been stories that the Middletons sometimes DO get taxpayer funded RPOs. For example,
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2223806/Who-Middletons-think-Royalty-Pippas-book-venue-vetted-palace-protection-officers.html
Pantsface said…
@Lt Nyota - lol, say it like it is,no filters, made me spit my drink out :) Perhaps not the bet course of action in a so called civalized society but hey I'm not one to judge :)
@Lizzie, sorry but I don’t believe for one minute British tax payers have ever paid for protection for non royals. It has to be declared and Home Office approved. They can of course pay privately. 🤗
lizzie said…
@Raspberry Ruffle,

You may very well be right although it's not clear to me that the RF can pay privately **for RPOs** to protect in-laws. In fact, I thought the prohibition against being able to pay the police to protect anyone was discussed re: H&M. Of course just as anyone can, the RF can pay a private firm but I didn't think they could pay the Metro Police.

The DM article about Pippa's book tour may not be true but it's an example of stories that have been published about the Middletons getting various kinds of royal perks at Will's request. So stories have been out there. What made stories about Doria so odd to me was that she's in a different country! Because I had seen Middleton stories, the idea wasn't shocking but the location was.
Lt. Nyota Uhura said…
Fairy Crocodile said...
@Lt, Nyota

Interesting that you say Harkles cause strong emotions in you (like hate). Would you mind elaborating why? I am genuinely curious

I am in anti-Meg camp because certain people and media outlets are trying to sell her as a warm and caring human being, great actress, intelligent activist and a positive force, which I clearly see she isn't.

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@Fairy Crocodile,

I would not care so much did I not worry about the state of the British Monarchy.

It is an institution that has existed for more than a thousand years. Yes, I'm an American, and yes, we fought Britain for our independence. But the monarchy is something else altogether.

To think that some jumped-up, less than prostitute, could blow raspberries at this ancient institution without any kind of retribution --

It earns my hatred. I would give anything to stomp on her doe-eyed face. And then make her clean my shoes.
Maci80 said…
I just went on Celebitchy to see for myself. Apparently, an article about Meghan used the word “niggling” which was dubbed obscenely racist. So apparently the “N” word is any word wit N, I and G in it? I wish someone would post the rules. Sigh
It’s getting late, so good night........ oh sorry, I mean good evening everyone.
WalkHumbly said…
@WBBM I’m with you on the NPD characteristics and actions. My understanding comes from experience with a family member and a long time in counseling to help identify and learn how to deal with it. MM’s behaviors are VERY similar to what I’ve experienced, though on a much bigger stage. I’m not an expert; I’ve just been helped by one. As long as Nutty is okay with everything, I think your insights are valuable. I respect this that this is her blog.
WalkHumbly said…
@Lt Nyota @Fairy Crocodile I have to agree about being infuriated that this woman can do so much damage to a venerable institution, and to a family. I relate to the family suffering because of my own experience, and I want someone to win against a narcissist. I want healing for them and for all the families who have suffered. My respect for the monarchy is a different side of the issue. I want to see them beat this, and very soon. I wish MM the best; I don’t wish her to suffer beyond natural consequences, but if she has any of her personality disorders or emotional illness, she won’t know how to change and she will suffer in her life. I don’t wish that on anyone, but I am angry at the damage being done.
WalkHumbly said…
PS I think healthy adults have a sense of justice, and what is being done by MM is unjust; it needs to be made right. I hate injustice, I hate deceit and manipulation, and I hate the harm it causes. Lt. Uhuru sounds like she has that sense of justice.
xxxxx said…
I hope Boris gets well soon. Now is the perfect time for someone to sneak up on him and give him a proper haircut.
gabes_human said…
Hellooooo Nutty and Fellow locked Down Friends,

Yes, Nutty, let me add my thanks to you for providing some quality reading material. We need all the laughs we can get right now and a place to let off steam. We have it right here.

As many of your have found out, maybe to your horror, I have an, um, odd sense of humour. Now that His Markleness Just Harry is now a producer, he can now establish his own casting couch. I wonder if JH’s Mrs. has considered this? After all, she’s reportedly a pro at navigating a casting call.
gabes_human said…
Hellooooo Nutty and Fellow locked Down Friends,

Yes, Nutty, let me add my thanks to you for providing some quality reading material. We need all the laughs we can get right now and a place to let off steam. We have it right here.

As many of your have found out, maybe to your horror, I have an, um, odd sense of humour. Now that His Markleness Just Harry is now a producer, he can now establish his own casting couch. I wonder if JH’s Mrs. has considered this? After all, she’s reportedly a pro at navigating a casting call.
Genia said…
The day after the Queen spoke to the British people, Meghan couldn't resist paying ET for a story on how well and and Harry are coping psychologically since escaping from the BRF. I used to think the reason Meghan couldn't resist trying to one-up other senior royals is due to her intense narcissism. While she is still a narcissist, I believe the main reason she follows up or times her own self-promotions with those of BRF is because she is piggybacking off of them. Meghan is using these timed stories to gain more coverage and publicity for herself. Deep down she knows that she no zero star power or gravitas.

It brings joy to know that Meghan is crying every morning onto her avocado toast. She would have been able to be papped walking on the LA beaches, wig blowing in the tempered winds while wearing flowy, gauzy, white beach dress. Archie would have been trotted out for baby's first birthday photos, perhaps shopping at baby boutiques in Beverly Hills. There would be chance for Archie to be papped in Disneyland, an Instagram Story titled Baby's First Disneyland starring Meghan Duchess of Malibu.
Lt. Nyota Uhura said…
Genia said...
The day after the Queen spoke to the British people, Meghan couldn't resist paying ET for a story on how well and and Harry are coping psychologically since escaping from the BRF. I used to think the reason Meghan couldn't resist trying to one-up other senior royals is due to her intense narcissism. While she is still a narcissist, I believe the main reason she follows up or times her own self-promotions with those of BRF is because she is piggybacking off of them. Meghan is using these timed stories to gain more coverage and publicity for herself. Deep down she knows that she no zero star power or gravitas.
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Deep down, I hope she self destructs.

She has made me hate her more than anything.

Honestly.

I will still try to keep the Christian ideal. It is what I was raised with. Forgive, and forget.

I am hanging on to that. I love my Lord Jesus, and I pray he puts His arms around me.

But that strumpet has made me hate this world I live in.
lizzie said…
H&M launch Archewell? Good grief.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8193983/Harry-Meghan-launch-charitable-organisation-named-Archewell.html
Lindy said…
I KNEW they’d do something the day after QE’s speech. They can’t just stop. Right after saying they were laying low for a few months they announce their new non-profit, Archewell. They are too much.
xxxxx said…
gabes_human said...
Yes, Nutty, let me add my thanks to you for providing some quality reading material. We need all the laughs we can get right now and a place to let off steam. We have it right here.

I get my kicks on Route 66, but I get my laughs at Nutty Flavor Blog.
Sing it Mick!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BE36QIwwkOc
IEschew said…
Archewell ... thought up “before SussexRoyal,” and they are only revealing it now because someone leaked it. I am so sure.

Well, Meg and H, here is what I think of when I hear Archewell:

1. Madewell. As in the sister retail company of JCrew. I like it but it’s high street and BASIC, Meg. Sounds copycat.
2. Snackwell. As in the 1990s-era, American no-fat snacks in the green boxes. Throwback BASIC.
3. Arch supports. Enough said.

“Travelyst”? “Archewell”? You pay people for this? Thanks for the laughs, guys!
Portcitygirl said…
IEchew

Beat me to it! And I agree with all!
Teasmade said…
I don't want to waste my time researching, but is the kid's name "Archibald"? (It's not, but that IS what Archie's short for, right?) Well, that name doesn't come from the Greek. Maybe someone who DOES care to investigate, or has an OED to hand, or is Greek (better still, an ancient Greek!) can shine a light on this etymological skulduggery.

The whole schtick is about as genuine as her pregnancy.

Oh heck. I said I wasn't going to, but I went ahead and did a simple search:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arche
xxxxx said…
The dreamed up Archewell while high on British Columbia weed. Forget spliffs,they look bong to me. There is a photo of Megsy smoking weed at her wedding to Trevor Engelson. I never touch the stuff.

"As of October 17th, 2018 Recreational Cannabis is now legal and shops are opening their doors! It remains illegal to consume marijuana in public in British Colombia, but a number of lounges operate under the “safe space” law and provide a place for medical marijuana users to come consume."
KCM1212 said…
That was one of the names she copyrighted before she was even pregnant, right?

So apparently she named that poor child Archie after a domain name.

That is easily one of the saddest things I have ever heard.

@WBBM
Please don't ever leave us. I love your insights and stories.
Unknown said…
I was watching the local news and they reported the Queen’s speech came an hour before PM Boris Johnson’s status was reported. HMTQ’s speech was so moving and a wonderful gift to have.

Terrible news about PM Boris Johnson! May he and his pregnant fiancé get well very soon. Politics aside, I’ve always found him a very interesting and compelling personality that I personally chalk up to his background as a journalist.

So glad to see a bunch of posters checking in. My stress levels have been through the roof and I feel better knowing you guys are okay: @Hikari, @Elle, and @JocelynBellinis. I apologize if I missed anyone. May everyone here, their friends, and loved ones stay safe, healthy, and happy.
Unknown said…
So Meg strikes again! Like I said, Meg is “Just H’s” wife and possibly Archie’s mother. This new Archewell enterprise is really insulting.

Maybe this is her way of getting feelers for response. The only positive feedback she can get now is via Archie alone. Just H has been Markled and lost any semblance of cachet.
Ziggy said…
Archewell. That just rolls off the tongue, lol.

Sounds like an insurance company or a mutual fund.

Well we all knew she would have to drop a story to try to outshine the Queen's speech. Fascinating how she really can't help herself.
CookieShark said…
Did the Sussex foundation ever amount to anything?

Does anyone know what Travalyst is?

WTF is Archewell?

Sorry, sounds like a scan to me!
Unknown said…
@Elle, Reine des Abeilles

I am glad YOUR comment was deleted by Nutty, She saw you were being unkind.

So maybe mine got deleted because of your eyeroll comment. Yet the tide is beginning to shift.

And you muse that you "dominate the blog' but you will be gone for awhile. *Sigh* Eye-roll, Lol
Unknown said…
@Wild Boar Battle-Maid Please don’t leave. I always look forward to your posts.

My stance is that this is a Gossip Blog and therefore a place for speculation, free thinking, and free debate. Standards expected in academia or professional settings are nice but should never be requisite for participation. Personal experiences and anecdotes are datum and highly relevant to understanding and evaluating theoretical and practical knowledge.
Meowwww said…
How do you even pronounce Archewell?
Ar-chee-well?
Arch-well?
Arch-uh-well?

Magatha Mistie said…
Archewall sounds like a building support.
Archie will be used to support/fund H&M & their “foundation”
I hope I haven’t committed any “isms” “ists” or “ings” ��

@Wild Boar
You are magnificent.
Freya astride Hildisvini!!
Unknown said…
@Meowwww That was the first question I had. The name is so unappealing. My guess is it is two syllables: Arch-well.

Maybe Meg is trying to give us a subliminal message about Archie. The fonts here worried if the baby is neglected are getting plastered in the face with: he is well.
Magatha Mistie said…
Ooh, thought it said wall not well!!! Same end, Archie will be used as a wishing well for money.
Anonymous said…
Ugh. I threw up a little in my mouth reading this merde: the duke and duchess said they were focusing their efforts on the coronavirus pandemic but felt 'compelled' to reveal details of the venture." Oh, puhleeeeeeaaaaazzzzze

@KCM, she named that poor child Archie after a domain name.
That is easily one of the saddest things I have ever heard.
It is one of the most manipulative and shallow things I have ever heard. Archie is nothing but a tool for her. We knew this, but still.

@IEschew and @PortCity lol on snackwell, madewell, and the arch supports. This poor child.

Also, does the Duke of Malibu know he's basically been marked down and put in the clearance aisle?
lucy said…
while waiting for "best" comments to load over at DM I spotted this little gem

Dorset, United Kingdom, moments ago
Archewell? As in 'arch well' like she did in her 'scenes' in suits? Once a ho.e. always a h.oe I suppose. How fitting.

doh!
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Anonymous said…
Thank you, and you, too, @Charade may you & your loved ones stay safe, healthy, and happy.
FrenchieLiv said…
On their website: « As shared in early January on this website, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex do not plan to start a ‘foundation’... ».
What is Archell Foundation ???
Imabug said…
@Elle

I was also nauseous at that part.

“Focusing on the coronavirus pandemic”

How are they focusing on it? Seems like they are “isolating” in a fancy mansion in California being annoying.

They haven’t been supporting people or donating time, money or supplies.

Unless you consider a 👏🏻 Helping. I don’t.

In conclusion, Archewell is the dumbest name ever. No wonder they were so mad about losing Sussex Royal.
That website is still up and listed as the “official website of the Duke & Duchess”. If we want to continue their slapping of The Queen.
Magatha Mistie said…
@Elle
You weren’t being unkind. Nothing wrong with your post.
Keep doing what you do, I enjoy your comments.
Remember
“there’s nowt so queer as folk”
Unknown said…
@Wild Boar battle-maid said...
"I really would like to know whether the taker(s) of the moral high ground are legitimate professionals or whether they are only signalling their virtue."

Maybe some take the 'moral high ground' because quite simply, they are good decent people who don't want to indict Meghan or Harry without hard facts or when there are competing viewpoints they don't want to speak ill without proof.

While Marie said...
"...given the amount of in-fighting, suspicion of Meghan "sugars" infiltrating, and aggressive posturing."

She and I have seen this with many openly saying they "Hate" Meghan, and wish violence even on them both. Should one err on the side of unbridled "Hate" or tolerance? Then why be so aggressive toward posters who have an opinion different from your own...that sounds Meghan-like in its audacity.

The blog has been taken a dark turn recently what with jumping on long time valued posters, violent ideations, nasty disagreements, domineering actions, censorship. Maybe it is the boredom that has set in with just so much rehashing and little new to discuss that has caused people to get testy. I wish the blog would return to how it was a year ago.

Here is a pithy quote attributed to Eleanor Roosevelt:
"Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people."
FrenchieLiv said…
She really hates Camilla. Funny that they chose to announce their Foundation while Camilla is in the headlines and after it’s being said they want to take a break.

https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/11341526/camilla-joins-national-help-service/

From Toronto paper:
« Darling, it wouldn't be so ridiculous if you didn't name the foundation after a baby which isn't even legally yours ».
Anonymous said…
@Magatha, thank you. I just wasn't sure if Nutty did delete one of my posts for some reason. If I'd done something wrong, I would want to know (seriously).

And yes, @Imabug, by "focus" I think the Malibu twins mean cursing it for ruining their merching plans and obsessing about how fabulously rich, rich, rich they'd be if the rona wasn't ruining their cash flow. Of course, the rona didn't suck Rachel's talent out of her body, and I don't think that the disgust and disdain many feel for the two is a symptom of the virus.
lucy said…
not only do they announce this foundation the day after The Queen's speech (was it even 24 hours?) they do it on same day the PM is admitted into ICU. have they even acknowledged this?
odds are he is ventilated ,or soon to be. Meghan and Harry are absolutely vile. never seen anything like it.totally disgusting
Unknown said…
@Elle, Reine des Abeilles GUESS YOU CANT REMEMBER sigh, eye roll lol )to use your phrase)

It was your comment that included about "egos". I responded (including STANDING UP FOR MARIE) and you ran to tattle-tell to mommy, errr Nutty

"""sigh, eyeroll lol etc (the whole bit)

So Nutty came and deleted yours and mine. Don't like fair?

Anonymous said…
@FrenchieLiv lol

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex do not plan to start a ‘foundation’... ».
What is Archell Foundation ???


I think it's another example of doing the exact opposite of what they say they'll do. It's up there with her not returning to acting (yeah, right) or she'll only work with A-list directors (if only they'd work with her) or they want to support the queen (while they stab her in the back... etc.
Rainy Day said…
@Elle
@Nutty, was I being unkind? Pls see below. I didn't think I'd said anything unkind, but if I did, please let me know. I accidentally posted a blank comment above (#201), so maybe that is what this is about. If I was unkind, it was unintentional. If I wanted to be unkind, I certainly could respond to so much left for me, but I am just overlooking it. However, if I did something wrong, I would want you to tell me.

Oh FFS, no, you were not being unkind. Someone was just being very sensitive. Hang in, the blog is much nicer with your thoughts and observations!

I think MM will set up a web site that is much in the style of Goop - all trash and no class. She’ll promote products and companies for a fee, present a curated selection of goods for sale, and offer access to her own podcasts and personal appearances. Pretty soon she’ll be designing furnishings, clothing, or licensing her name to a line of wigs. She’s figured out that no one will hire her, so she’ll merch herself. I think she’ll envision her earnings in the Kardashian range, but without a Momager to hold the reins, she’ll stumble from one get-rich scheme to the next. It will all be presented as very woke, with a side of word salad. Harry will be mentioned on occasion (“the Prince and I”), but will otherwise be superfluous.
CatEyes said…
A poster said of Elle:
>>>Hang in, the blog is much nicer with your thoughts and observations!<<

I disagree. I don't have to repeat why.
Imabug said…
@unknown Maybe I missed something, but I don’t recall any “violent ideations” on this blog. Ever.

____

The only bit I find ironic is the people complaining they don’t like certain behaviors from those posting, then go ahead and behavior the same way.


If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude. - Maya Angelou

Anonymous said…
@Rainy Day you made me lol, thank you. I think I actually deleted it b/c I knew Nutty had seen it.

What I want to know is how she markets the trash because what's her niche? Aging and talentless yacht girls? Swanning social climbers with greasy pole notoriety? People who used to be royal and tacky but are now just tacky?

I honestly think that after the virus has finished with our economy, it will bounce back but in an entirely different trajectory. I've read that people are gravitating to small, local business since this has hit, pulling together. I agree she'll flop from one to the next though. I just don't see who buys it.

Ziggy said…
Whoever came up with the "Duke of Malibu"- cheers! That's SO perfect.
Teasmade said…
@Elle -- Wouldn't it be whoever her sugars are? Not sure as I don't go on those sites, so I don't really know the demographics. Younger women who buy Kylie cosmetics? Readers of People magazine?

Anonymous said…
Yes, @Teasmade but are there that many? IDK the demographics, but from what I've read, these are millennial types who believe the whole racist/first black duchess tripe, BUT that demographic isn't buying stuff because they're concerned about landfill waste, made in China, etc. And that is the sticking point. I don't know, it's just me guessing and applying what i know about millennial values. I guess maybe there's a wig market out there for her? Also, I'm really not the brightest bulb b/c I just got the Tea's Made, right? I always saw it in my mind as a charming little town.

Anonymous said…
Duke of Malibu... That perfect frosty confection comes from @Fairy Crocodile!
xxxxx said…
Elle, Reine des Abeilles said...
I think KCM... came up with Duke of Malibu. It's awesome :)

I have been reciting the Malibu mantra for months. That maleficent Megs and Hapless would land there eventually. This is the Nonoo connection. She has been showing them around. And the Royally Dumped Duo might end up in Nonoo's gated community or close by. Mr. Nonoo has a few empty houses (as a real estate investment, flipping etc.) for them within. But this was 6 months ago in The Sun or Express.
FrenchieLiv said…
@Elle: agree with you...
Another example quite telling that shows with facts they have no long-term vision and just want to create a buzz...
2 weeks ago their IG:
« Over the coming weeks, this will be our guiding principle.
We will be sharing information and ressources... ».
What happened ? Still waiting for these extraordinary ressources and info on Covid-19....
I can’t imagine company or a wealthy person could donate to their Foundation. They can’t be trusted.

I also confirm Daily Telegraph actively participate in their PR campaign.
After some unnecessary pieces (MM’s diet/hairdresser...), the newspaper was the 1st to report that paperwork regarding their new brand was filed in the US last month.
HappyDays said…
Archewell sounds like the name of a discount hamburger chain playing on the McDonald’s golden arches.
BringingUpBaby said…
I’m absolutely nonplussed. Archewell? I thought we’d reached the end of or at least a plateau in this aggrandizement given Covid-19. Which one of these depraved mutants actually authorized this release ? My god the insensitivity is staggering! Now? NOW? I thought I’d given them more attention than they deserved with my contempt-I’ve been moved to actual disgust!
Magatha Mistie said…
Megs is like an onion.
Peel back all the layers & you’re left with a pile of skin, and nothing else.
CatEyes said…
Archwell Corporation,Taipei ,Taiwan - Exporthub
www.exporthub.com › archwell-corporation › profile

Archwell Corporation currently deals in Rubber flooring, Rubber Tile, Rubber Sheet, Rubber.
Anonymous said…
False alarm, @Nutty. My comment is still there, and considering everything, IDT it's unkind.

CatEyes said…
Not 'Archewell' as some posters think but as the Daily Mail reports;

The couple revealed to the publication that the name will be Archwell
Anonymous said…
They are despicable. Full on loathsome. This is a woman who can’ t even put a logical sentence together and is now going to distribute educational materials? You’ve got to be joking. Announced this on the same day it was announced that Boris Johnson has.been moved to the ICU. Every time I think they can’t go lower, they manage to shock me.
Magatha Mistie said…
It’s a typo, should read merchwell
Anonymous said…

Archewell Foundation, to launch when the time is right, so probably like tomorrow or the next day.

https://people.com/royals/prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-confirm-new-name-of-foundation-to-launch-when-the-time-is-right/


CatEyes said…
@wizard wench

"educational materials"

Well I wonder that too, but when I questioned Meghan's educational chops were a long time ago, posters here jumped on me because they told ne how prestigious HER education at Northwestern was.

CatEyes said…
My source for Archwell

https://www.nowtolove.com.au/royals/british-royal-family/meghan-markle-prince-harry-archwell-63377
Anonymous said…


I wonder if it's supposed to be pronounced "Arche..." like in "archetype"?

CatEyes said…
Interestingly, the word "Archwell" is derived from the Greek word for "source of action", and The Telegraph reports it was the inspiration behind the name of their son. The pair told the newspaper that with their charity, they wanted to "do something of meaning, to do something that matters."
Magatha Mistie said…
@Elle
archvillain more like?
CatEyes said…
@Imabug

>>>If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude. - Maya Angelou<<<

That doesn't work for a lot of oppressed people, sex slaves, victims of molestation, victims of domestic violence, people in communist countries, COVID-19 patients, victims of intimidation, people in arranged marriages, the list is endless and not to be forgotten people who try to change things and are harmed for it (guess they should change to enjoy the harm, huh).
Fifi LaRue said…
And yes, I am very well qualified to Dx someone as a Psychopath or a Narcissist or both.

Therefore, Meghan Markle both qualifies as both a Narcissist Personality Disordered person, plus a a Psychopath, without empathy or concern for anyone's or anyone else's behavior or welfare. Period.

I have advanced degrees in abnormal psychological behavioral disorders, in addition in advanced work in clinical diagnosis. I have advanced degrees in Psychology, Counseling, Abnormal Psychology, plus clinical counseling with individuals with disorders. I know of which I am speaking.

Marie, I am so sorry you are disturbed by my diagnosis, but it stands as a profesional Dx. You wil just have to accept it as is, or suffer for your own misguided purposes.
Ziggy said…
@wizardwench said Every time I think they can’t go lower, they manage to shock me.

Agreed.
Magatha Mistie said…
Megs knows the word “action” in all, & every language.
Anonymous said…
Frankly, Northwestern is a decent school 2but it’s not an Ivy for heaven’s sake, and she obviously didn’t major in English because she cannot put a paragraph together that makes any sense. I am a technical editor at one of the top schools in this entire country. I cannot make heads nor tails of anything she writes. Of course, many people start foundations without knowing about the specific topic. Gates began a campaign to eliminate malaria in Africa, and he’s not a doctor. But Gates’ intelligence is never a question. I cannot see Markle and Harry having much (if any!) credibility. It’s such an odd choice. Also, unless you have a global monopoly on these sorts of fields (like Pearson Education has a virtual lock on all educational materials in the U.S.), I don’t see how they hope to make ANY money. Other players with legitimate chops have covered that market. Like all their hare-brained schemes, it doesn’t make any sense. Whose is going to give them money based on their history? It boggles the mind.
Tamhsn said…
Haha...someone commented on DM

"Archewell is latin for GoFundMe-again..."

On a separate note...its amazing how one drop of poison can spoil the whole milk! Sometimes to ignore is the best weapon to fight against immaturity.

***not a native English speaker.
CatEyes said…
@Wizardwench

>>>Frankly, Northwestern is a decent school 2but it’s not an Ivy for heaven’s sake,...<<<

I agree with your comments. I did go to a top school. UCLA (1 of top ten in my major in my year of graduation) and some Nutties put me down as UCLA not being on the level as Meghan's education.
brown-eyed said…
@nutty @hikari

I checked Instagram, and this is possibly. their new venture: @archewell.global

Sounds just like all of MMs word salad. It's a large site (links at bottom of page) as content is built out. Lots of areas of content, like "bullying"; who supports bullying? but no focus I can see. I just can't imagine what they are trying to do.

Can anyone show ONE real, substantive action they did with their other foundation?

Stay well, everyone. Will post more tomorrow. On my way to sleep.

Anonymous said…
LOLOLOL Magatha,

you are on a roll tonight! Megs knows the word “action” in all, & every language.

archvillain more like?

maybe archfiend? archemerdecraycray? (<https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/prince-harry-and-meghan-plan-new-archewell-charitable-organisation-2020-04-06

----Duke of Malibu looks sly in the photo they used and the Duchess of Malibu looks like faux-bronzed and archemerdecraycray.


Anonymous said…
okay, well, I just messed up that last comment.

It should say: maybe archfiend? archemerdecraycray?

It does seem like it's "Archewell", however. All of the msm (Telegraph, Express, DM, and the holy grails, People and EOnline, have it that way. Nasdaq, too:

<https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/prince-harry-and-meghan-plan-new-archewell-charitable-organisation-2020-04-06

----Duke of Malibu looks sly in the photo they used and the Duchess of Malibu looks like faux-bronzed and archemerdecraycray.
brown-eyed said…
archeglobal.com was registered in Turkey (TR) on Mar 3, 2017. Registrant organization contact: MUSTAFA GULSEVER. In Istanbul (mot sure). From whois.com.
-----------------------------------------
Domain:archeglobal.com
Registrar:Nics Telekomunikasyon A.S.
Registered On:2017-03-03
Expires On:2029-03-03
Updated On:2020-03-02
Status:ok
Name Servers:ns1.natrohost.com
ns2.natrohost.com
Registrant Contact
Organization Contqct:MUSTAFA GULSEVER
Country:TR
Jdubya said…
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Magatha Mistie said…
Cheers Elle

H&M aka the “Liberalarches” play it again Meg, Air on the G string...
Anonymous said…
@Brown-eyed, could you put a link to the IG? I can't get there from here.
Jdubya said…
Dictionary.com
No results found for archewell
ORIGIN OF ARCHE-
< Greek, by-form of archi- archi-
WORDS NEARBY ARCHE-
archducal, archduchess, archduchy, archduke, archdukedom, arche-, archean, archebanc, arched, arched truss, archegoniophore

From Wikipedia
pArche (/ˈɑːrki/; Ancient Greek: ἀρχή) is a Greek word with primary senses "beginning", "origin" or "source of action" (εξ’ ἀρχής: from the beginning, οr εξ’ ἀρχής λόγος: the original argument), and later "first principle" or "element". By extension, it may mean "first place, power", "method of government", "empire, realm", "authorities" (in plural: ἀρχαί), "command".[1] The first principle or element corresponds to the "ultimate underlying substance" and "ultimate undemonstrable principle".[2] In the philosophical language of the archaic period (8th to 6th century BC), arche (or archai) designates the source, origin or root of things that exist. In ancient Greek philosophy, Aristotle foregrounded the meaning of arche as the element or principle of a thing, which although undemonstrable and intangible in itself, provides the conditions of the possibility of that thing.[3]ossibility of that thing.
@Wild Boar Battle-maid

Please don’t leave. I’m a relative newcomer here, and I enjoy reading your posts very much (as well as those of many others).

This is where I really lost it while reading the Telegraph article:

The couple had not planned to launch details of the “non-profit” just yet, emphasising that they and the world were rightly focusing on the threat posed by coronavirus.

But after paperwork including the name was filed in the public domain in the US, and seen by this newspaper, they confirmed they will be launching under the name Archewell.

The Duke and Duchess told the Telegraph: "Like you, our focus is on supporting efforts to tackle the global Covid-19 pandemic but faced with this information coming to light, we felt compelled to share the story of how this came to be.
Jdubya said…
LSA commenters trying to figure out correct pronunciation

My favorite

R-chew-ll
Jdubya said…

Waterfalls post on LSA - may have found something - see below

I wonder if this is theirs or will they take it from the person who has this name:

Nathaniel Robbins (@archewell) • Instagram photos and videos

And if this is not Meghan and Harry's instagram handle (and they take it from that person just like they took SussexRoyal), it shows, yet again, they didn't do their research. Or maybe they are going with something else.

Archewellnonprofit maybe? I'll check.

Edited to add:


Inspire the WORLD to ACTION (@archewellorg) • Instagram photos and videos

This one is following the royal family official account so maybe it is this one?

OMG, sorry had to edited again the Archewellorg instagram account is following the BritishArmy official instagram account. I think this is the one folks. (I find it really funny that they are following the British Army account. Is this Harry's way of blinking twice because he needs help?).
Archewell sounds like something a podiatrist would use.

"Here, Mrs. Jones. Just slide these Archewell inserts into your shoes, and your feet will feel much better!"
Jdubya said…
I need to go to bed - but i looked on toronto paper and saw this


torontopaper
@torontopaper1
·
4h
Darling, it wouldn't be so ridiculous if you didn't name the foundation after a baby which isn't even legally yours.
Lt. Nyota Uhura said…
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

Oh, my good G-d, I am SO laughing!!!!

Oh, do I love it, :)




Nutty Flavor said…
Good morning!

Quick new blog post:

"Meg and Harry's new foundation: "Let's pick a name that no one can pronounce."
Nutty Flavor said…
@CatEyes, you can't be "bullied" if you're not here.

Take a break. Enjoy some gardening websites.

Come back in late April or May when you're feeling a bit more relaxed. Your aliases will also enjoy the time off.
The Cat's Meow said…
Weren't they going to focus on elderly veterans?!?
Magatha Mistie said…
An Ode to Archewell

Underneath the Archewell where Megsy digs for gold
A ragged, raving Harry said, oh Megs don’t be so bold
We have to do it subtly so no one else can see
The aim of our game is profit
That’s gold for you, and me!
Anonymous said…
@JocelynsBellinis Archewell sounds like something a podiatrist would use.

"Here, Mrs. Jones. Just slide these Archewell inserts into your shoes, and your feet will feel much better!"

OMG!! ROFL! That is perfect! What were they thinking!?

Portcitygirl said…
JocelynsBellinis

You made me lol with this,


Archewell sounds like something a podiatrist would use.

"Here, Mrs. Jones. Just slide these Archewell inserts into your shoes, and your feet will feel much better!"

Portcitygirl said…
@Magatha Mistie

You should hire a publisher. Your words are golden.
Magatha Mistie said…
@Portcitygirl
Thanks, glad you liked it.
Anonymous said…
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Anonymous said…


Okay, Nutties and Nuttiers, these last comments are Nutty's Golden Hits. I'm putting them here so that I can print this comment in its entirety and laugh at your wit and sense of fun. This really was rolling perfection:


Blogger JocelynsBellinis said...

Archewell sounds like something a podiatrist would use.

"Here, Mrs. Jones. Just slide these Archewell inserts into your shoes, and your feet will feel much better!"

April 7, 2020 at 8:28 AM




Blogger Nutty Flavor said...

Good morning!

Quick new blog post:

"Meg and Harry's new foundation: "Let's pick a name that no one can pronounce."

April 7, 2020 at 8:36 AM




April 7, 2020 at 8:38 AM
Blogger The Cat's Meow said...

Weren't they going to focus on elderly veterans?!?




April 7, 2020 at 8:41 AM
Blogger Magatha Mistie said...

An Ode to Archewell

Underneath the Archewell where Megsy digs for gold
A ragged, raving Harry said, oh Megs don’t be so bold
We have to do it subtly so no one else can see
The aim of our game is profit
That’s gold for you, and me!

April 7, 2020 at 8:44 AM



I just kept scrolling and laughing, tears from laughing so hard. Thank you all.
Thank you, dear friends.

And thank you, too, Unknown, for letting us know where you're coming from and confirming that, even as amateur bystanders, we haven't been barking up entirely the wrong tree, albeit in an `unjustified' manner.

We seem to be back on a more or less even keel now. That's good.

Magatha Mistie - you're dead right! Hildisvini is the Old Norse version. It is a hildr/hilda name. Apparently both Vikings and Saxons had fighting women, according to recent archaeology. A slightly embarrassing name for a Christian but I think appropriate here

`Archae-ology/archeology' - study of ancient/primitive things (all Greek-derived) as in archetype & archaic.

`Monarch' - literally `one ruler/leader' Greek again, similarly archangel, archbishop, archfiend.

`Archibald' Greek? Nope! Not according to my etymological dictionary.

Now regarded as somewhat comical, it was popular in Scotland a couple of generations back - it came into my husband's family from a marriage to a Thorburn, where it seems to have been a popular family name. I haven't worked out whether the notable bird illustrator is connected.

Sorry Megsy, you screwed up here.

According to my book, it comes from an Old Germanic name `Ercanbold' - `ercan' = true, `bald' = bold.
It appears to have been influenced by the Greek, by what I'd say was wishful thinking, an attempt, perhaps, at `gentrification' implying a Classical background rather than a barbaric origin among the tribes of the Teutonberg Forest, so hostile to the Romans. Otherwise known as false etymology.

Then there's Archie and Mehitabel - a new designation for archie and megsy (or do i mean harry and megsy, those human cockroaches snug as bugs in a rug in malibu/los angeles...
Magatha Mistie said…
@Wild Boar
I can picture you riding through Tesco hunting for TP 😉
Nutty has a new post.
MaLissa said…
Teasmade said...
I don't want to waste my time researching, but is the kid's name "Archibald"? (It's not, but that IS what Archie's short for, right?) Well, that name doesn't come from the Greek. Maybe someone who DOES care to investigate, or has an OED to hand, or is Greek (better still, an ancient Greek!) can shine a light on this etymological skulduggery.

The whole schtick is about as genuine as her pregnancy.

Oh heck. I said I wasn't going to, but I went ahead and did a simple search:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arche

April 7, 2020 at 3:48 AM


LOL :) Oh Teasmade, I seriously doubt that Harry's First Wife is so versed in the classics that she'd pick that. Or you never know, I may be wrong.
Anonymous said…
* I really enjoy this blog!
* Jealousy seems a central MM reaction to events.
* Any Archie gain in media attention, MM will process as her own loss. Also, anything beyond a token loss of attention due to Archie, will not be permitted to continue
* Put to it, I think MM is capable of shutting down almost ALL channels of motherly love, affection and pride involving her growing son. Natural stuff, say, wanting to show Archie off, or interact with him at length, these very things will be avoided .. MM's 1st/only desire is to monopolize attention. Thus whole chunks of "human" stuff become useless ballast ..
* Looking back, Little Snow White was hardly a potential rival to the Queen
* I forecast even more of "less Archie"
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