Finding out the truth about something as complicated and personal as a relationship can sometimes be all but impossible.

Most folk are naturally shy about giving away too much and only let out the bits that reflect well on themselves. This is understandably the case when an heir to the British Throne is involved.

The Prince William / Kate Middleton five-year relationship is once again on the rocks, at least according to some commentators :

The story of the romance between Prince William and Kate Middleton has more ups and downs than the Himalayas — all 1500 miles of them.

For those of us trying to piece together the reality of the current situation from clues let slip, or journalists’ interpretations of what they know, it’s probably impossible to tell. I doubt that either of the parties knows precisely the way it’s going at any one time either.

Read the rest on Royal watcher website, Royal Anecdotes.