December 27th 2024.
As they stood among the bustling crowd at Sandringham, Karen and her daughter Rachel couldn't help but notice a change in the air this year. The mother-daughter duo had been attending the Royal Family's Christmas celebrations for seven years in a row, but this time, something felt different.
It wasn't just the reduced size of the family at church or the particular enthusiasm to greet the Princess of Wales that caught their attention. It was also an unlikely friendship that was blooming within the royal household. Karen and Rachel were delighted to witness the camaraderie between the King's equerry, Colonel Johnny Thompson, and the Tindall family.
As they watched little Mia Tindall stick her tongue out at Colonel Thompson before being playfully booped on the nose with flowers, Karen couldn't help but smile. It was moments like these that reminded her that the royals were just normal people, who loved to have fun. And this year, with the absence of some headline royals, it was even more evident.
"I tell you who people did miss and mention, and that was Fergie," Karen shared. "People actually really missed her. She is a crowd favourite. When she came last year people were absolutely delighted."
The absence of the Duchess of York Sarah Ferguson and her daughter Princess Eugenie was felt by many in the crowd. But despite their absence, the royals still managed to leave a lasting impression on the on-lookers. Karen and Rachel were particularly charmed by the interactions they had with King Charles, who they found to be fun and witty, and Lady Louise, who made them laugh with her jokes.
And of course, the royal children were a joy to watch as they excitedly received gifts from well-wishers. Prince Louis, in particular, was buzzing with excitement as he opened his presents, while Princess Charlotte continued to amaze with her grace and charm.
While the atmosphere may have been slightly different this year, Karen and Rachel still enjoyed their time at Sandringham and were grateful to have witnessed an unlikely friendship among the royals. As they shared their experiences with others, they couldn't help but feel lucky to have been a part of the festive celebrations with the Royal Family.
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