He not only had to press the war but he also had to deal with the death of a child due to, I think, Scarlet Fever.

And to that his wife was a bit unstable.

It would be a lot for anyone to deal with.

As to 'Skyfall', Bond is said to be giving up his vodka for beer in this episode. The rumor in the product placement field is that a $45 million deal was made with Heineken International to feature their Heineken beer.

But from a cost per viewer standpoint that could prove to be a bargain.