The start of 2020 brought about an astounding surprise from the royals. The Prince and Duchess even shocked the Queen herself. The Sussex Royals announced that they would be taking a step back from being senior royals, that this is what would be the best decision for their son and family as a whole. The announcement included that Duchess Meghan and Prince Harry would split their time between North America and the United Kingdom. Shortly after the decision was announced the Duchess headed to Canada where their plush new estate is located, on Vancouver Island, in British Columbia. Soon after Prince Harry joined her, and so commences a somewhat new start for the couple.
Mille Fleurs Estate Located In British Columbia
The estate is known as Mille Fleurs estate on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. It boasts loads of privacy with its gated structure, as well as a private beach for the couple. Offering them security and luxury all at the same time.
A Look Inside Prince Harry And Duchess Meghan’s Million Dollar Island Home
11,416 Square Feet Living Room
The upcoming photos were taken during the estates listing period- the price tag being $18 million. The Prince should feel as if he hasn’t stepped foot out of the palace in this 11,416 square feet mansion, and that’s just the actual house.
11,416 Square Feet Living Room
French Country Aesthetics
The fully furnished estate included a French Country theme throughout its design. We’re not sure how the Queen feels about that one. It contains timeless interior decor and grand lighting. The dark wooden beams and door frames are complimented by the undertones of the light-colored floors, as seen on the bottom level of the double-leveled living room.
French Country Aesthetics
Two-Story Lounge And Living Area
The house stood out as the ultimate choice for the royal couple. The couple aimed at being completely secluded from the world outside, which was accomplished in this astounding mansion with all its square footage and privacy.
Two Story Lounge And Living Area
Fine Dining Alongside Authentic French Finishes
The exclusive home allows them to enjoy exactly what they wished for and more. Almost every room in the five-bedroom, eight-bathroom estate boasts sea views. The couple can relax in their living room whilst enjoying breath-taking views.
Fine Dining Alongside Authentic French Finishes
A Perfect Kitchen
They have private beach access with this tranquil and reserved location. Their Mille Fleurs estate gives them plenty of opportunity to entertain company as well as offer guests the chance to stay over when traveling to Vancouver Island, for a visit.
A Perfect Kitchen
A Study Fit For Royalty
The British Columbian estate further includes an independent 2,349 square foot cottage. The mesmerizing design in the estate is breathtaking. Including, high ceilings and the grandiosity encapsulated by the wooden finishes, alongside an elegant chandelier creating that delicate and lavish evening look.
A Study Fit For Royalty
Surrounded By Formal Gardens
A fireplace on the bottom level creates a cozy feeling and a great spot for winter days or family time. There is no guessing as to when this decision was made to make the move into the estate. However, it is known that the couple and baby Archie spent their holiday’s in the glamorous estate.
Surrounded By Formal Gardens
Two Private Paths To The Beach
The fancy dining area encompasses magnificent herringbone wood floors and an additional fireplace. This dining room includes a ten-seater dining table and multiple lighting fixtures as well as a chandelier.
Two Private Paths To The Beach
The Secluded 2,349 Square Foot Cottage
Giving a radiant an elegant finish. The dining room is referred to as “the great room” with its double-heighted ceilings and color scheme of reds and golds which are specifically authentic to the French Country aesthetics of the mansion.
The Secluded 2,349 Square Foot Cottage
A Natural Light Wonder
It was earlier reported by Ocean Home Mag that the home was owned by a German movie star. This gourmet kitchen is perfect for the couple to recreate and make new memories. As they have jokingly said how their engagement took place whilst “trying to roast a chicken”, this was at Prince Harry’s home in Kensington Palace.
A Natural Light Wonder
Waters Edge Estate
He elaborated by saying it was “just a standard, typical night for us.” An ordinary night turned in to the rest f their lives. A previous owner of the house, Bernadette Wolfswinkel told Ocean Home Mag, “People may come for a few days or a week, but they don’t want to leave.” The couple has publicized that they have many plans on the rise as said on their Royal Sussex website.
Waters Edge Estate
Gates Of Steel
The Prince and Duchess’s plans include charity initiatives as well as a potential production company. This astounding study will surely spark much inspiration and further elaborate ideas. The design shows-off the natural surroundings through its huge windows- with another fireplace to create a warm and homey feeling.
Gates Of Steel
Frogmore Cottage Cannot Compare
The wood-paneled ceilings and elegant chandelier incorporate the authentic French country look. Tieing the study in with the rest of the estate, in its French authenticity. The Prince and Duchess have been seen embracing the natural terrain as they hike around the island with baby Archie.
Frogmore Cottage Cannot Compare
A Leisure Room…Or 3
The estate boasts beautifully cured gardens which they can embrace and examine too. It looks as though each room in the Mille Fleurs estate evolves into large windows encapsulating the breathtaking sea view. Their outdoor area is apparently even more mesmerizing.
A Leisure Room…Or 3
A Multitude Of Hiking Trails
We are sure once summer comes around the Royal Sussex family will be spending their time entertaining friends and family outdoors, both in the day and night. Previous owner, Wolfswinkel who supposedly owned the estate in 2012, said she hired horticulturalist Jim Dawson to specifically pick the floral aspects and plant-life.
A Multitude Of Hiking Trails
A Fishing Location Of Note
He did this with the intention of maintaining the water and natural surrounding views as the focal point. Rather to simply add and compliment the already astounding aesthetic. The design included pathways intertwining between the perfectly cultivated gardens creating the perfect mood for peaceful strolls with baby Archie. The formal gardens so carefully cultured and placed.
A Fishing Location Of Note
The Path To Butchart Gardens
With a world-renowned Natural Historic Site of Canada situated closeby, the Butchart Gardens, the royal family are in a prime position. This fairytale cottage is bigger than an average family home. With its 2,349 square feet, the cottage includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms, enough for Archie’s cousins to visit and of course, their parents, Prince William and Duchess Kate. The cottage is too engulfed by lavish gardens, flowers, and plants.
The Path To Butchart Gardens
Island Ferries And Landing Strip
It is also a short walk to the shorefront and is actually the first section you notice of the estate when entering the elaborate gates of Mille Fleurs. Wolfswinkel, the previous homeowner used to study French Country design and spent hours doing so in order to ensure the authenticity of the estate.
Island Ferries And Landing Strip
The Couple Are Joyous And Calm
“I wanted the house to have modern amenities, but [also] to look like it had been here for 100 years,” she explained to Ocean Home Mag. She refers to the estate as a “sun-catcher house” this is because of the specifically angled windows that radiate light throughout the day. The beams were built by specifically qualified individuals to add more detail, more flamboyancy and simply attention to the home. The estate has been positioned to include a 300-degree waters edge view. It was described as being calming and “very Zen, very comforting.” The landscape aimed at encapsulating the surroundings and honoring them further.
The Couple Are Joyous And Calm
Being Set Up On A Blind Date
The estate is measured to be approximately four acres and hosts an abundance of fruit trees. Trees such as apple, pear, and apricot. It used to be rented for weddings and an array of functions prior to being bought by the Royal Sussex family. The Sussex Royals are trying to ensure that their new lives are especially private and since the announcement have truly made that clear. With such a secluded location the message is widely received.
Being Set Up On A Blind Date
2016 The Couple Goes Public
They have removed themselves from senior responsibilities and assumed a different role. The Duchess already paid a visit to a nearby women’s shelter. The estate is surrounded by multiple gates, the only one that enabled a view had been concealed from any public view or possibility of view.
2016 The Couple Goes Public
Strong Public Reaction
The couple still has the ultimate security level just as they did in Britain. Their elaborate announcement discussed that the pair were aiming to stand independently financially and would eventually pay back Britain’s taxpayers, $3 million, which was utilized in the renovation of Frogmore Cottage in Windsor.
Strong Public Reaction
The Prince’s 1st Statement
Whether they have actually purchased the $18 million estate or are renting the residence is unclear. However, the two are wealthy enough and can afford the purchase in accordance with their combined net worth. The Mille Fleurs estate makes sense as a residence due to Meghan having lived in Canada whilst the production of the series Suits was underway. The design and construction of the gardens were also specifically done in order for those residing in the estate to adore the multitude of plants and cultivation.
The Prince’s 1st Statement
His Own Brother Prince William Spoke Up
The gardens can be seen from every window as well as each one in the five-bedrooms and eight-bathrooms. However, additional information discusses a games room, cinema room, and wet bar. There is a specific room for wine tasting which includes a pizza oven, the ultimate for socializing.
His Own Brother Prince William Spoke Up
Approval From The Queen
The Royal Family of Sussex has everything they could possibly want and more. With the addition of the cottage, they are pretty set. The Island is known as the 43rd largest worldwide and the 11th biggest island in Canada. It boasts a wonderfully warm array of weather in comparison to other places in Canada.
Approval From The Queen
Meghan And Harry’s Romantic New Year’s Eve Vacation
The mild climate allows the vegetation to bloom across the waterside of British Columbia. The island also homes many animals such as moose, mountain goats, black bears, and porcupines. Perfect for baby Archie to keep an eye out. Neighbors have spoken up about seeing the family adventuring the surrounding trails.
Meghan And Harry’s Romantic New Year’s Eve Vacation
Meeting The Upcoming King And Queen
Trout, Salmon, and Steelhead are amongst many found in local markets in which many locals are employed by too. Vancouver Island contains many rivers and lakes that home an abundance of fish. It is a known spot for Atlantic salmon, which is farmed in the masses.
Meeting The Upcoming King And Queen
Prince Harry Meets Meghan’s Mom
Several ports and harbors can be visited but the island is recognized for forestry more than anything. Environmental activists are implementing efforts to reduce forestry and maintain the beautiful resources the island boasts. The aim is to protect the resources available.
Prince Harry Meets Meghan’s Mom
Attending A Wedding As A Couple
The Mille Fleurs residency is situated close to the world-renowned Butchart Gardens. These are some of the most famous gardens in the world. Annually, millions of individuals flock to visit the hideaway that has been situated on Vancouver Island for more than a century.
Attending A Wedding As A Couple
Meghan Starts Transitioning
The gardens cover over 55 acres and include 26 greenhouses and 900 plant species. The Sussex Royals are for sure going to be regulars at the spectacular site. After all, it’s conveniently situated down the road from their residency in British Columbia. Engulfed by the Pacific Ocean on the southwestern coast of Canada, there is no simple connection or bridge to the mainland from Vancouver Island.
Meghan Starts Transitioning
Progressing Steadily
Individuals, whether they are residing or visiting the island, hey can either use ferry, private plane, commercial plane or seaplane. We know Meghan recently used the seaplane option on her excursion to the women’s shelter. It took Prince Hary a long 12-hour flight to join his family in Vancouver as he landed at Vancouver Island Airport.
Progressing Steadily
To Africa, They Go…Again
His brother Prince William and his family have too traveled by seaplane before in 2016, as they resided in Canada for 8 days. We hope Kate Middleton and the Prince will take their three kids to visit soon. It has been reported that the royal couple look calm and content since moving to British Columbia.
To Africa They Go…Again
The Invictus Games
Prince Harry himself was observed with a grand smile wiped across his face as he exited the plane that had brought him to Vancouver Island in January of 2020. Their announcement has been a spanner in the works but after finally revealing their decision, post months deliberation within the royal infrastructure, the couple look extremely relaxed.
The Invictus Games
Meghan On The Cover Of Vanity Fair
They are feeling right at home and settled in their new home. The pair met on a blind date in London in 2016, they were introduced by a mutual friend who orchestrated it all. Meghan Markle, being raised in America, did not know much about the royals. She told BBC, “I didn’t know much about him, so the only thing I asked… was, ‘Well is he nice?'”The Prince, on the other hand, was clearly not a fan of Suits and had no clue who she was.
Meghan On The Cover Of Vanity Fair
Prince Pops The Question
They hit it off instantly and Harry initiated a trip to Africa only a mere few weeks after their first date. The Prince said, “Then we were really by ourselves, which was crucial to me to make sure that we had a chance to get to know each other.” The scoop on the couple went viral on October 31, 2016. The Sunday Express had been told information that Prince Harry was involved with an American actress called Meghan Markle. Sources said, “Harry has been desperate to keep the relationship quiet because he doesn’t want to scare Meghan off.” Whereas Meghan later said, “We had a good five, six months almost with just privacy.”
Prince Pops The Question
How Charming Harry Proposed
The day the gossip was released, Meghan posted on Instagram a picture of two bananas spooning- this was seen as a hint she may be seeing someone special. Soon after it was reported that Meghan had already met Prince Charles, Prince Harry’s father. Nobody saw the news coming but eventually, Prince Harry would put everyone in their place. Both the Prince and Duchess were in awe of the intense reactions made by the public.
How Charming Harry Proposed
Prince Harry Caught Meghan By Surprise
The Duchess explained to BBC just how unfamiliar she was with the reaction, “There was a misconception that because I have worked in the entertainment industry that this would be something I would be familiar with… But I’ve never been part of tabloid culture. I’ve never been in pop culture to that degree and lived a relatively quiet life.” Meghan explained how she tried to steer clear of reading the tabloids whether good or bad.
Prince Harry Caught Meghan By Surprise
A Dream Royal Wedding
She wanted to direct her full attention to her relationship and the growth of it, with Prince Harry. Of course, the public had tons to say as news broke on the new couple. It was incredibly tense and even caused an influx of paparazzi and harassment that intruded on the Duchess and those closest to her. The media was ina complete frenzy. Prince Harry eventually had to release a statement for things to calm down, the Royal Household said, “Prince Harry is worried about Ms. Markle’s safety and is deeply disappointed that he has not been able to protect her. It is not right that a few months into a relationship with him that Ms. Markle should be subjected to such a storm.”
A Dream Royal Wedding
The Duchess Of Sussex Is Expecting
They truly were now worried about the publics’ thoughts but the true concern was, in fact, the Queen… Rumors took place as it was believed his own brother, Prince William, was not happy with his brother’s public statement. The new rumors sparked another necessary statement from the Royal Household which was from the Duke of Cambridge.”The Duke of Cambridge absolutely understands the situation concerning privacy and supports the need for Prince Harry to support those closest to him,” read the statement.
The Duchess Of Sussex Is Expecting
The Birth of Baby Archie
Sources dear to the Prince reported that “No one wanted to have to put that statement out… But over the course of one weekend things escalated to the extent that Prince Harry felt he had to act.” It only took until the end of 2016 for Queen Elizabeth II to give the couple her approval. A revealing source that is near to the Royals reported to Us Weekly, “[The Queen is] delighted to see Harry in a loving relationship,” although she had not even met Meghan yet.
The Birth Of Baby Archie
The Royals Private Life Is Constantly Being Watched
Meghan later discussed what it was like to meet the Queen, when speaking with BBC she said, “It’s incredible, to be able to meet her through [Harry’s] lens. Not just with his honor and respect for her as the monarch, but the love that he has for her as his grandmother. All of those layers have been so important to me… She’s an incredible woman.” We know just how scary it must be to meet the Queen, but we think meeting Prince William may have been even more nerve-racking… Although the couple went their separate ways for Christmas, as they sent it with their distinguished families, they did vacation together for New Year’s.
The Royals Private Life Is Constantly Being Watched
The Royals Reveal They Are Stepping Down From Senior Duties
Taking a romantic trip to Norway for the holiday. Their privacy was now exposed but they seemed happy to be able to roam freely and not have to sneakily hide their secret any longer. The Prince supposedly took Meghan to Norway for a viewing of the Northern Lights, of course, the trip included many romantic outings around the Arctic Circle. Friends were already growing suspicious in anticipating an engagement, “I can see them engaged by the spring. He’s head over heels,” a close friend told Us Weekly in 2017.
The Royals Reveal They Are Stepping Down From Senior Duties
All Aboard The Canadian Seaplane
Upon returning from their romantic getaway, Meghan Markle, was introduced to more important individuals in the Prince’s life. Markle was introduced to Kate Middleton and Princess Charlotte at their residence situated in Kensington Palace. in January of 2017. Inside sources discussed that the introduction, “went well” and that “Meghan’s so happy she’s getting to know more of Harry’s nearest and dearest.”Markle had met Prince William previously in November and apparently they hit it off. “Naturally, William is very happy for his brother,” a source told reporters.
All Aboard The Canadian Seaplane
Prince Harry Speaks Out Emotionally
Meghan had the family on board and it would not be long until the couple started progressing in their relationship. Meghan was fully introduced by 2017. She had met the Queen as well as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. It was about due time Harry met Markle’s family.
Prince Harry Speaks Out Emotionally
The Queen Calls A Summit
Doria Ragland, Markle’s mother was brought to London to meet the Prince, who later said, “Her Mom’s amazing.” Markle’s mother was seen out and about with the couple on various ocasions. It was later discussed that Harry has not met Meghan’s father, she said in an interview, “He’s talked to my dad a few times, hasn’t been able to meet him just yet.” Regardless of the couple undergoing long-distance they managed to strengthen their relationship.
The Queen Calls A Summit
The Duo Aim To Create “A Progressive, New Role”
Markle was still in roductin for the filming of Suits and lived in Toronto, Canada quite a bit. However, during her free time she spent it with Harry in his Kensington Palace, Cottage. The couple was later spotted in Jamaica as they attended the wedding of one of Prince Harry’s close friends. The public saw the event as Harry and Meghan “coming out,” publicly in their relationship.
The Duo Aim To Create ‘A Progressive, New Role’
The Decision For Archie
Afterall, she was his plus one. Pictures were taken of the couple displaying some PDA which ultimately reinforced suspicions. Although, some thought this meant things were serious it was only proven true a while later… Meghan Markle began changing in April 2017, she started by closing her lifestyle website, “The Tig.” Markle explained that “What began as a passion project (my little engine that could) evolved into an amazing community of inspiration, support, fun and frivolity.” It was quickly assumed that she did it because of her relations with the Prince, although it was intended to lessen her load as she was unable to maintain it with her schedule.
The Decision For Archie
Full-Time Job
“The Tig has been a labor of love for Meghan but it’s a full-time job. She wants to focus on this season of Suits, which just starting filming, and spending more time in the field on her philanthropy,” People were told by a reliable source. Additional signs of just how serious the couple were getting were seen when Markle traveled to London in May 2017. This was about the same time as Pippa Middleton’s wedding.
Full-Time Job
Rushed To The Palace
Meghan was reportedly rushed straight to Kensington palace upon arrival at Heathrow International Airport. It was reported that Meghan Markle did not, in fact, attend the wedding of Pippa however, she did go to the reception. This came as a surprise to many because she was seen at family functions prior to this one. It later became evident she was there to support her boyfriend at the Audi Polo Challenge in England.
Rushed To The Palace
Public Couple
This event was the first event they appeared publicly as a couple. They may have been out publicly, but it took months until Markle would be seen at any royal events. Reaching August, Prince Harry and Meghan are reaching their past the one year mark. With Meghan’s 36th birthday commencing and the anniversary of their first trip which took place in Africa, they embarked on another romantic trip. They journeyed to Africa once again. Meghan and Harry share common interests of philanthropy and charity which is believed to be what bonded them initially. Harry has a strong connection to Africa, his charity Sentebale is lo0cated there. Sentebele means “forget me not” in SeSotho, honoring his mother, Princess Diana. The Prince brought Meghan on some official royal events for the first time in 2017.
Public Couple
Opening Celebrations
They attended the opening celebrations of the Invictus Games hand-in-hand. Prince Harry, in fact, founded the games in Britain servicemen and women who have been injured, wounded or disabled. The games were coincidently hed in Toronto in 2017, the place of Markle’s production efforts. The pair were seen throughout the games, pictured being affectionate – hand-holding and expressing bits of PDA. Meghan’s mother, Doria Ragland, attended some of the games too. Little did the world know they would be receiving an exciting surprise soon enough… Meghan appeared as the feature of Vanity Fair in the magazine’s 2017 edition.
Opening Celebrations
Publicly Speaking
She publicly expressed and spoke up about her relationship with the Prince. She said in the expose, “We’re a couple. We’re in love. I’m sure there will be a time when we will have to come forward and present ourselves and have stories to tell, but I hope what people will understand is that this is our time. This is for us. It’s part of what makes it so special, that’s just ours. But we’re happy. Personally, I love a great love story.” The end of 2017 was just around the corner and Prince Harry proposed to Meghan. It had been finalized and made public on the 27th of November. Prince Charles broke the news. An official statement from Prince Charles’s residence.
Publicly Speaking
The Engagement
Clarence House said, “His Royal Highness, The Prince of Wales, is delighted to announce the engagement of Prince Harry to Ms. Meghan Markle… His Royal Highness and Ms. Markle became engaged in London earlier this month. Prince Harry has informed Her Majesty The Queen and other close members of his family. Prince Harry has also sought and received the blessing of Ms. Markle’s parents.” With the news out the public were desperate to know-how however, it was not what we would have expected… The couple’s official interview was released the exact day the statement was given by Clarence House.
The Engagement
Tell-All
The BBC tell-all started with the couple re-telling the story of their special day. The proposal actually happened a few weeks before the release of the announcement. It took place at Kensington Palace at Harry’s cottage. Harry explained, “It was just a standard typical night for us,” Meghan continued saying, “Just a cozy night… Just trying to roast a chicken.” Whilst preparing dinner as a couple, Meghan explained that “It was just an amazing surprise, it was so sweet and natural and very romantic.” Markle spilled the deets as she said, “He got on one knee,” as she smiled from ear to ear. She explained how she was so excited and once she actually realized he was proposing she didn’t even let Prince Harry finish the question.
Tell All
A Nice Moment
Harry glanced at Meghan and said, “It was a really nice moment, it was just the two of us and I think I managed to catch you by surprise as well,” At this point, the couple had been dating for a year and a half. After the engagement and announcement, Harry was questioned at a photocall where an individual asked when he knew she was the one for him. The Prince graciously replied, “The very first time we met.” They were not even married and the public was already planning the next revelation. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were married at Windsor Castle on May 19, 2018. The guest list included an array of celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, Serena Williams, David and Victoria Beckham and of course, the tens of millions of individuals tuned in and watching the whole saga on their television screens. Markle’s gown was an unbelievable Givenchy design. Her gown was accessorized with a diamond and platinum tiara- borrowed from the Queen’s compilation. The couple’s friends and family came from far and wide to witness the incredible matrimony, the only individual missing was Markle’s father, Thomas Sr.
A Nice Moment
Tying The Knot
Nevertheless, Prince Charles walked Meghan down the aisle. Rumors were circling soon after the wedding that the couple was expecting. The world’s wish was granted on October 15, 2018, as Kensington Palace made the official revelation that the Duke and Duchess were having a child. It was at this time when Megan and Prince Harry were setting off on their first royal tour. They had just arrived in Australia when the announcement was made. May 6, 2019 baby Archie was born and Meghan was deemed healthy and happy. The royal baby follows many in line for the throne, his grandfather Prince Charles, uncle Prince William, cousins Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis and his father Prince Harry- placing him seventh in line. The little Prince Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor was born on the 6th of May, 2019. His birth took place at Portland Hospital in London’s Westminster district. He is the eighth great-grandchild of Queen Elizabeth II. Baby Archie was then displayed to the world at Windsor Castle 2 days later. In the spirit of royal tradition, his gender was not exposed until birth.
Tying The Knot
New Baby
The couple then returned with their baby born in hand to Frogmore Cottage, Meghan’s mom Doria was with them. Meghan’s private life was being exposed, scrutinized and attacked by tabloids as they analyzed her personal life. Mail released a private letter that was intended for Meghan’s father in Mexico. Harry was fed up and released an announcement reading, “I have been a silent witness to her private suffering for too long.” Moreover, Meghan was suing Mail filing, “over the intrusive and unlawful publication of a private letter written by the Duchess of Sussex, which is part of a campaign by this media group to publish false and deliberately derogatory stories about her, as well as her husband.” The Duke and Duchess of Sussex took the world by surprise on the 8th of January 2020. The couple announced they were removing themselves from their positions as senior members of the British Royal family.
New Baby
Against The Norm
The couple went completely against the norm as they announced this in an Instagram post which obtained over 1.5 million lies in 24 hours and is said to have completely blindsided Her Majesty the Queen, Prince Charles and Prince William. However, the couple are certainly taking action with the progression of their choice. The palace insisted that nothing would be done rashly as they needed time t resolve “complicated issues” before anything is set in stone. Many have started calling the departure the “Megxit”, which needed to be resolved and ironed out by the Royal family.
Against The Norm
Taking Care Of Things
Whilst Harry took care of things with his family Meghan departed to a home on Vancouver Island, Canada. This home was recognized as the $18 million that the family had celebrated Christmas in. The DailyMail had intel that the Duchess of Sussex seemed “happy and relaxed” as she set out on her excursion to a women’s shelter in the poorest known neighborhood of Canada. Back in Britain, the Royal family discussed the way going forward for Meghan and Harry’s future, in regards to the half part of the year they would spend in Britain. Harry presented a speech at a charity event on January 19th. Where his sentimental announcement discussed his inner conflict with wanting to bow down from royal duties. However, he discussed how it was necessary in order for the protection of his wife and son as the strain of such a public life left him with minimal choices.
Taking Care Of Things
The Decision
Harry said, “The decision that I have made for my wife and I to step back is not one I made lightly.” He continued to say, “It was so many months of talks after so many years of challenges. And I know I haven’t always gotten it right, but as far as this goes, there really was no other option.” Moreover expressing his past aspirations in saying, “Our hope was to continue serving the Queen, the commonwealth, and my military associations, but without public funding. Unfortunately, that wasn’t possible.” The queen held a summit on January 13, 2020, to discuss just how the family were to proceed with Meghan and Harry’s move. The family needed to discuss the proceedings and thus, the Queen, Prince Charles, Prince William, and Prince Harry were all in attendance. After the summit, Buckingham Palace announced that the Queen stands by her grandson’s decision and supports the Sussexes in their choice.
The Decision
Announcement
The announcement stated, “Although we would have preferred them to remain full-time working Members of the Royal Family, we respect and understand their wish to live a more independent life as a family while remaining a valued part of my family,” It went on with the conclusion that a “final decision” regarding the issue will be made in the coming days. The couple stated in their statement that they wanted to “carve out a progressive, new role” in their “new chapter” that they were starting. For individuals of the public who have been monitoring it is with no surprise that Harry is taking a new stance. The 35-year old on the 20th anniversary of Princess Diana’s death discussed how he had deliberated leaving his duties behind.
Announcement
Stay In
Prince Harry said, “I felt I wanted out but then decided to stay in and work out a role for myself,” in a discussion with Newsweek. The choice to step down as senior royals follows the birth of their firstborn. Before the couple were expecting they discussed in an interview how they wished for a life of normalcy for their children. He wished for them a life different from the one he was brought up in. “I am determined to have a relatively normal life and if I am lucky enough to have children they can have one too. We don’t want to be just a bunch of celebrities but instead use our role for good,” Harry said to ITV.
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