Although not known to get upset over royal status, Prince William allegedly didn't grasp why his grandmother, the late Queen Elizabeth II, failed to "bend the rules" for his new wife, Kate Middleton.

Clips of them holding hands, embracing each other and stealing kisses as their kids played in the background captured the world’s attention.

Her brother, James Middleton, shares the story in his forthcoming memoir. Besides celebrating your decision to spend the rest of your life with your partner, breaking the news of your engagement to your family and friends may be one of the most exciting post-proposal activities.