A COUPLE no longer in the first flush announce their intention to marry - and certain parts of society go royally crazy.
Others stand by and wonder at all the fuss.
Prince Charles has led a privileged and pampered life, yet he has had to face his own difficulties.
His first marriage ended badly, with his ex wife winning the public's heart before finding a kind of sainthood.
Now he has a chance to find happiness with Camilla. It is only natural to wish the couple well.
Royal weddings cheer up some people and mildly irritate others.
A second wedding should be a more muted affair, primarily for the benefit of the couple.
Updated: 09:36 Friday, February 11, 2005
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