Embracing the festive spirit
The festive season brings joy and togetherness, and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are embodying this spirit with their recent activities. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have shared a heartfelt recap of their year on the Archewell website, offering a glimpse into their family life with children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
Philanthropy in action
In a touching video, the couple is seen participating in philanthropic efforts alongside their young ones. The Sussex family collaborated with Our Big Kitchen Los Angeles to prepare meals for those in need, reflecting their dedication to community service during this holiday season.
Sharing holiday joy
Harry and Meghan have extended their warm wishes to supporters during the holiday season. In a statement from the Office of Prince Harry and Meghan, Duke and Duchess of Sussex, and Archewell, they expressed, “We wish you a very happy holiday season and a joyful new year.” This message was accompanied by a festive family card featuring the couple in winter attire, enjoying a snowy landscape.
The couple’s dedication to philanthropy remains strong as they unveil plans for their charitable organization. The Archewell Foundation will transition to Archewell Philanthropies in the coming year. This change aims to enhance their charitable initiatives on a global scale as a family unit.
A holiday letter to Santa
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have shared heartwarming moments from their family life alongside their philanthropic endeavors. Meghan Markle recently posted a charming family photo on her Instagram account, accompanied by the message, “Happy Holidays! From our family to yours.” This gesture reflects their aim to connect with their fans and followers during the festive season.
A touching moment featured in Meghan’s Netflix holiday special, With Love, Meghan, highlighted their children, Archie and Lilibet, as they wrote a letter to Santa. Meghan assisted her children by crafting the letter in her elegant calligraphy on a mug. The letter began, “Dear Santa, We have been good,” and included a heartfelt reminder, “please travel safely.” It concluded with a loving signature, “xo Archie & Lili.”
Holiday reflections
The holiday season serves as a moment of introspection for the Sussex family as they prepare for a modest and intimate celebration. Reports indicate that Harry and Meghan plan to keep their Christmas festivities understated, prioritizing family bonding and the creation of lasting memories with their children, Archie and Lilibet.
In discussing their parenting journey, Harry has candidly addressed the challenges of raising children in the public eye. He has expressed concerns regarding the influence of social media and emphasized the importance of nurturing a healthy environment for their family.
Emphasizing family values
Meghan Markle has openly discussed her parenting style, particularly her choice to protect her children from certain experiences she faced during her own upbringing. In a recent holiday special, she reflected on her childhood dreams of sports and expressed a desire for her children to chart their own paths, free from the burdens of public scrutiny.
The couple also made headlines with a charming letter to Santa that their children wrote. This heartfelt gesture captures the innocence and joy of childhood, resonating deeply with many families during the festive season. Meghan’s sharing of this sweet moment underscores the simple pleasures inherent in family traditions.
As the Sussexes strive to balance their public personas with family life, they remain dedicated to creating an environment in which their children can flourish. Through charitable initiatives and by making lasting memories during the holidays, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle demonstrate a contemporary interpretation of family values.
