The Princess of Wales‘ three children played around in nature, laughed up a storm during card games and larked around with a camera in their mother’s heartwarming video – as she revealed that her chemotherapy treatment has come to an end.
Kate Middleton, 42, offered an intimate glimpse into her family life as footage showed her and Prince William‘s kids spending quality time in Norfolk with their parents in the moving clip, shot last month.
‘As the summer comes to an end, I cannot tell you what a relief it is to have finally completed my chemotherapy treatment,’ she said.
‘The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life as you know it can change in an instant and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and road unknown.’
Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, nine, and Prince Louis, six, showed their playful natures in the video as they took part in several fun activities with their family.
The Princess of Wales ‘ three children played around in nature, laughed up a storm during card games and larked around with a camera in their mother’s heartwarming video – as she revealed that her chemotherapy treatment has come to an end
In one instance, William and Kate’s eldest son grinned as he carried a cricket bat while hiking through the woods with his parents and siblings.
Footage also showed the three children donning summery ensembles as they joined their family on nature walks, in the video.
In another snap, a laughing Louis is pushed on a swing by his mother, as both bask in the sweet moment.
Experimenting with the camera, another shot also shows George starting in the lens as he asks ‘is this filming?’ while sat on a picnic blanket with his mother.
Louis then enters the frame to say: ‘Hello!’ while Charlotte also laughs and joins in.
The energetic trio also climbed around on wooden logs, shared cuddles with their family, and played card games with their grandparents, Michael and Carole Middleton.
The candid video also shows Louis ambitiously climbing up a tree as his mother carefully watches, and William removing a bug from Charlotte’s hair.
The whole family, in another heartwarming shot, races through the sea on the beach at one point.
Kate Middleton, 42, offered an intimate glimpse into her family life as footage showed her and Prince William ‘s kids spending quality time in Norfolk with their parents in the moving clip, shot last month
Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte , nine, and Prince Louis , six, showed their playful natures in the video as they took part in several fun activities with their family
Footage also showed the three kids donning summery ensembles as they joined their family on nature walks, in the video which was filmed in August
George and Charlotte – who earlier this summer attended the Taylor Swift Eras Tour with their father, can also be seen sporting some friendship bracelets in the video.
The princess’ personal message also featured footage of William and Kate laying entwined on a blanket, hugging their children – and kissing.
The princess’ personal message also featured footage of William and Kate laying entwined on a blanket, hugging their children – and kissing.
‘The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you,’ Kate said.
‘With humility, it also brings you face to face with your own vulnerabilities in a way you have never considered before, and with that, a new perspective on everything.
‘This time has above all reminded William and me to reflect and be grateful for the simple yet important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted. Of simply loving and being loved. ‘
Referring to her plans for the coming months, Kate continued: ‘Doing what I can to stay cancer free is now my focus.
‘Although I have finished chemotherapy, my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes.
‘I am however looking forward to being back at work and undertaking a few more public engagements in the coming months when I can.
‘Despite all that has gone before, I enter this new phase of recovery with a renewed sense of hope and appreciation of life.
‘William and I are so grateful for the support we have received and have drawn great strength from all those who are helping us at this time. Everyone’s kindness, empathy and compassion has been truly humbling.’
And she ends it with a deeply moving and emotional message to fellow cancer patients and their families, saying: ‘To all those who are continuing their own cancer journey – I remain with you, side by side, hand in hand. Out of darkness, can come light, so let that light shine bright.’
Kate, when she first shared news of her health struggles earlier this year, she admitted it had taken her and her husband ‘time to explain everything to George, Charlotte and Louis in a way that is appropriate for them, and to reassure them that she is going to be ok’.
‘As I have said to them; I am well and getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal; in my mind, body and spirits,’ she explained, in March.
‘Having William by my side is a great source of comfort and reassurance too. As is the love, support and kindness that has been shown by so many of you. It means so much to us both.’
Palace source emphasised that while the princess is looking forward to undertaking a ‘handful’ of public engagements over the coming months, her focus is on being ‘cancer free’ and her journey to full recovery ‘is long’.
Her programme of engagements will be ‘light’ but is likely, as previously revealed by the Daily Mail, to including Remembrance Sunday at the Cenotaph and other events around it.
