After a prolonged absence from their young children, Archie, 3, and Lilibet, 1, Meghan and Harry are swiftly making their way back to the United States.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex had been in the United Kingdom on a brief charity tour when the tragic news of the Queen’s passing reached them.
Choosing to extend their stay for the funeral, the couple found themselves separated from their children for an extended period.
Having spent the night at Windsor’s Frogmore Cottage, Meghan and Harry are now eager to return to their residence in California without delay.
Their trip to the UK was initially intended to mark the commencement of the one-year countdown to the Invictus Games in Dusseldorf, with planned attendance at the Wellchild Awards in London on September 8.
However, unforeseen circumstances arose when Harry was informed of his grandmother’s sudden departure to Balmoral in Scotland, leaving him unable to bid her a final farewell before her passing.
During the somber service held to honor the Queen, Meghan was visibly moved to tears as she and Harry stood alongside other grieving members of the royal family.
Meanwhile, Meghan’s mother, Doria Ragland, stepped in to care for Archie and Lilibet in the absence of their parents, who last saw the children nearly three weeks ago.
The Sussexes had been actively engaged in charitable endeavors, including meeting with injured service members and Invictus Games organizers during their time in the UK.
Amidst the family’s mourning, which included a poignant series of funeral processions across the Queen’s four home countries, a quarter of a million mourners gathered in London to pay their respects.
The emotional scenes witnessed during the state funeral procession, featuring the Queen’s adorned casket and symbolic regalia, drew crowds from far and wide.
The culmination of the mourning period came with the solemn committal service at St George’s Chapel, where the Queen was laid to rest alongside her loved ones.
As the royal family navigates this period of loss and transition, there are whispers of Camilla encouraging King Charles III to embrace a new pastime to find solace amidst his demanding responsibilities.
Known for his tireless work ethic, the King may find respite in leisurely walks, as suggested by royal expert Angela Levin.
With the support of his consort, King Charles III may soon find moments of peace and reflection amid the royal tumult.
In the wake of these poignant events, Meghan and Harry’s hasty return to their children signals a desire to seek comfort and solace within their family unit.
As the world watches the royal family navigate these turbulent times, the enduring bond between parents and children remains a steadfast source of strength and refuge.