Chapter Three | Our Mothers — 18 March 2020
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sussexroyal These are uncertain times. And now, more than ever, we need each other. We need each other for truth, for support, and to feel less alone during a time that can honestly feel quite scary.
There are so many around the world who need support right now, who are working tirelessly to respond to this crisis behind the scenes, on the frontline, or at home. Our willingness, as a people, to step up in the face of what we are all experiencing with COVID-19 is awe-inspiring. This moment is as true a testament there is to the human spirit.
We often speak of compassion. All of our lives are in some way affected by this, uniting each of us globally. How we approach each other and our communities with empathy and kindness is indisputably important right now.
Over the coming weeks, this will be our guiding principle.
We will be sharing information and resources to help all of us navigate the uncertainty: from posting accurate information and facts from trusted experts, to learning about measures we can take to keep ourselves and our families healthy, to working with organisations that can support our mental and emotional well-being.
In addition, we will focus on the inspiring stories of how so many of you around the world are connecting in ways big and small to lift all of us up.
We are all in this together, and as a global community we can support each other through this process – and build a digital neighbourhood that feels safe for every one of us.
We look forward to sharing more over the days and weeks to come...
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—19 March 2020
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sussexroyal A message from Her Majesty The Queen @theroyalfamily
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— 20 March 2020
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sussexroyal With everything going on, it's a lot to take in. Many of us may feel confused. Or alone, or anxious or scared...and in isolation, some of us may just feel bored, or that you don't know what to do with yourself without your normal routine. It's perfectly normal to be feeling any of these things.
Our emotional well-being is challenged everyday whether we realise it or not, but our lives are usually filled with distractions. Now with constantly changing COVID coverage, we are all adjusting to this new normal and the feelings that come with it.
But here's the good thing (because right now we need to hear good things, right?): Yes, there is isolation and physical distancing, but there doesn't have to be loneliness.
There are resources that can help us all through this process, and ways that YOU can become one of those resources. @crisistextline @giveusashoutinsta @kidshelpphone and CTL Ireland are organisations that need new volunteers now more than ever and have an open door for you to get the support you need.
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- If you're home and feeling bored, you can digitally train to be a counselor and HELP someone who really needs your support! What an amazing way to use this time
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- If you feel alone, overwhelmed, depressed, or anxious, you can text one of these lines and talk it through.
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- If you are in an abusive relationship and now find yourself in isolation with your abuser, these counselors are there for you. You do not need to suffer in silence.
And for those of you who don't feel comfortable texting with a stranger, reach out to your friends, family and colleagues. Phone calls and video conferencing are such a great way to feel more connected - ask if they're okay, tell them how you're (actually) feeling, and use this time to really listen for the answer.
If there is someone you know and are worried about, your text may be the thing that saves their life.
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audlyfer I love this. 🤗
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— 22 March 2020
Harry entered the room with Archie in one arm and a massive bouquet of flowers in the other and the children following behind him.
Madeleine smiled as the children climbed onto the bed.
"Happy Mother's Day!" The children exclaimed with a squeal, cuddling with her.
"These are from the children." Harry told Madeleine, presenting her with the flowers and planting a massive kiss on her lips.
He tilted Archie towards her and he too kissed her clumsily on the cheek, before taking her son and letting all of them be enfolded in a hug from Harry.
"Happy Mother's Day, love," Harry told her. "I'll make breakfast." He said.
"Thank you, H." Madeleine said as she lays with her children as Harry walks out of the bedroom.
"Come on, let's go see what daddy is making." Madeleine said as she gets off the bed with Archie in her arms and the children quickly follow her.
Madeleine and the children made their way to the kitchen where William and Harry were cooking as Catherine, George, Charlotte and Louis are seated at the table.
"Happy Mother's Day." Madeleine said as she takes a seat next to Catherine.
Catherine smiled.
"Thank you, Mads. Happy Mother's Day." Catherine said.
"Happy Mother's Day, aunt Maddy." George and Charlotte said.
Madeleine smiled.
"Thank you, how are they doing?" Madeleine asked Catherine as Harry and William continue to cook.
"So far so good." Catherine answered.
"That's good, so I've been thinking about doing a family photoshoot." Madeleine said.
"I've been thinking the same. I think we should do it." Catherine said.
"Good, we have to plan it since everything is under control with the coronavirus." Madeleine said.
"Maybe, we can do it in the summer." Catherine said.
"Maybe." Madeleine said.
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sussexroyal No matter what you call your mum, this Mother's Day in the UK, we honour the mums all over the world who do so much every single day, and now more than ever.
Thank you ❤️
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kwisara 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
cateringoplocatie Happy mother' s day Madeleine ❤️