In a departure from royal norms, the Princess of Wales is making her mark even before her anticipated coronation.
Last month, Kensington Palace took a distinctive approach by sending out thank you cards on behalf of the Princess of Wales.
These cards aimed to convey her appreciation to those who had extended their support following the overwhelming flood of messages she received upon her cancer diagnosis.
The thank you notes sent by Kensington Palace stood out from previous royal correspondences.
A glimpse into the heartfelt gestures was shared by a user named A-L-L-E-X-M-A-R-I-E-H-O-L-L-1, who revealed the touching exchange.
The postcard, adorned with the Princess’s signature and the Palace’s official letterhead, carried a brief message expressing gratitude for the well wishes received.
Unlike customary practice, the thank you note did not feature a photograph, which is typically included in official communications from the British Royal Family.
Notably, the Prince and Princess of Wales often include a family portrait in their personal greetings.
For instance, a recent holiday card showcased a charming black and white image of their three children: Prince George, aged 10, Princess Charlotte, aged 8, and Prince Louis, aged 5.
Princess Catherine has a history of challenging royal conventions.
Recently, the royal couple deviated from tradition in celebrating the birthdays of their youngest children, Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte, without the presence of the Prince of Wales.
On the birthdays of Louis (April 23) and Charlotte (May 2), new images of the children were shared later in the day, a departure from the customary practice of releasing them on the eve or at midnight of their special days.
Amidst ongoing chemotherapy treatment for an undisclosed cancer, the Princess of Wales continues to disrupt traditional royal routines.
Following an announcement from Kensington Palace on January 17 regarding the princess’s scheduled abdominal surgery and subsequent hospital stay, it was revealed that tests post-operation confirmed the presence of cancer.
In a video message released on March 22, Catherine disclosed that she had commenced prophylactic chemotherapy as advised by her medical team.
During a visit to James Place in England, the Prince of Wales assured well-wishers about Catherine’s well-being, stating that “we’re all doing well.”
The princess’s health journey has necessitated adjustments in royal practices, reflecting a period of adaptation and resilience within the royal household.
The enduring support and understanding from the public serve as pillars of strength during this challenging time.