December 25th 2024.
The air was filled with excitement and anticipation as the royal family arrived at the traditional Christmas church service. Led by King Charles and Queen Camilla, the senior royals made their way to St Magdalene Church in Sandringham, Norfolk. However, there was one notable absence - Prince Andrew.
The Queen, who had hosted 32 Christmases at the Norfolk estate before her passing, was not present either. Nevertheless, crowds of devoted fans had gathered to welcome the royal couple, some even camping out overnight just to catch a glimpse of their favorite royals.
Joining Charles and Camilla at the church service were Prince William and the Princess of Wales, accompanied by their children. Dozens of other family members were also expected to spend Christmas Day at Sandringham. The King was dressed in a stylish camel coat and grey trousers, while the Queen wore a dark green hat and coat.
After the church service, the royal family would return to the Sandringham manor for a Christmas lunch, followed by parlour games such as charades and bingo. However, Prince Andrew was noticeably absent from the festivities. It was reported that he had pulled out of the official celebrations and would not be joining the family for their traditional Christmas Day church walk. Instead, he was seen driving to Windsor Castle alone, perhaps seeking solace with his thoughts.
Meanwhile, Charles appeared cheerful and in good spirits as he greeted members of the clergy in the churchyard. The first fans had arrived outside the Sandringham church the day before and had even spent the night in camping chairs, determined to get the best spot for royal watching. Among them was a dedicated royalist named John Loughrey, who had traveled from London with his friend and had even brought sleeping bags and a heat pad to endure the chilly night.
The past year had been a difficult one for the royal family, with Prince Charles battling cancer and Queen Camilla recovering from pneumonia. Despite these challenges, the family remained united and determined to continue with their royal duties. Kate Middleton, now a seasoned host, had recently hosted her fourth Christmas concert at Westminster Abbey, which was aired on television. The event was a heartwarming moment for the family, with Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte lighting commemorative candles together.
As for the Christmas menu, Charles had decided to bring back the traditional turkey after briefly experimenting with a vegan lunch at his private residence. However, he had also made some changes to his diet, cutting out certain indulgences such as Cadbury chocolate, Champagne Veuve Clicquot, and meat on two days of the week. This was perhaps a testament to the King's commitment to his health and well-being.
Meanwhile, Prince Harry and Meghan were reported to be spending Christmas at their home in California with their two children, Archie and Lilibet. The couple had recently released their Christmas card, which showcased the highlights of their year. Despite being far from the rest of the royal family, they were still very much a part of the festive celebrations. As the year drew to a close, the royal family looked forward to a brighter and healthier future, despite the challenges they had faced.
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