Today, Kate Middleton's biggest fan is Queen Elizabeth, but earning the respect of Her Majesty did not come easy.There was a time when the Queen needed to be convinced that William's longtime girlfriend had a strong enough work ethic to carry out royal duties that come with being a member of "The Firm." And neither did the Monarch approve of Kate’s one-time fondness for luxury breaks.This summer, as people are packing up their suitcases for staycations in the UK, among them are the royals with