well, what a momentous day it s been, from the might of the military parades and the splendour of westminster abbey to the hushed intimacy of st george s chapel in windsor. it s often felt in recent days that a veil of sorrow has covered the nation, but the queen s funeral has surely exemplified her reign she united us in one final act of togetherness, unifying the united kingdom and the world beyond in respect, ceremony and significance. as a very young woman she famously said, her whole life whether it be long or short, would be devoted to our service. well, never was a person truer to their word. and today we have come together, many of us with tears in our eyes, but all of us with an abiding warmth in our hearts for all that she gave. just over three months ago the world, and a certain little bear, said thank you, for everything