Thread: Disparity of Patronages between Princess Marie and Countess Alexandra

Thanks Alex101. I am getting interested to the point of being curious. Why are they trying to keep her away from Alexandra? Alexandra is no longer a member of the DRF and she should not be on an equal level with Marie.

She has done very well so far, in my opinion. Last November, she flew to Morocco to distribute Legos to children in an orphanage. She had the event in March for UNESCO, where she spoke in Danish. She has complied with every royal duty that has been sent her way. We have never heard of her backing out of anything, or not showing up to anything where she was expected. In addition to these events, she has made official visits with her husband....

Marie does give the impression of liking the perks of royalty and holding back on the responsibilities. She would come across better, and as a more likeable princess, if she made more of an effort to pull her weight. So far, she has gone to Morocco on her own, gone to Russia with Joachim, given a little speech in Danish, while still pregnant, didn't learn the hymns or prayers for the christening of her first child, has attended a couple...

Quote: Originally Posted by MelinaB. I just don't understand why Countess Alexandra has so many patronages.Shouldn't Pr.Marie play a more active role from now on,since she is now the wife of Pr.Joachim?I mean,who allows this situation? Melina, if I remember correctly this has been discussed in the Countess Alexandra threads. However you have a valid point - or two , and so does "jacknch" in a previous post on this...

Quote: Originally Posted by Odette Thank you Lilla. How long did it take for Mary to accomplish all these tasks and become patron of the causes she supports? As far as I remember, CP Mary was living in Denmark for two years before her marriage (Her Princess School). After the marriage she gradually became patron for more and more carities - but not that many. About a year ago (Mary had been living in DK for about 5 years, as far as I...

Quote: Originally Posted by Viv When exactly was this?? I have browsed the last few months to no avail! It was ages ago - they didn't mention the last handouts, at least that I could find, so that came, I think, from 2006.

True, having more children would certainly keep her off charities as well as personal appearances which would include speaking Danish. She appears to be a warm person when attending functions, usually with Joachim. It would be to her benefit to begin standing on her own two feet, so she can have her own personal touch with her public. It is, after all, the Danish public, who for the most part, support her and her family. If she were married to...

i hope she gets given patronages soon. maybe they have run out of ideas as it was all covered by alexandra and mary? i hope they find a niche for marie.

I think it's recommendable that Alexandra keeps patronages even though she reverted back to the status of private citizen. Marie as princess of Denmark surely will get her share of offers and will take on the patronages she feels she can relate to in her own time.

You were both really clear,Viv and Dazzling.Thank you for the explanation!I'm gonna visit Countess Alexandra's threads soon.