While Prince William, Princess Kate and their children are expected to celebrate Christmas with King Charles at Sandringham, the Sussexes are embracing a very different festive mood. Meghan has leaned fully into the season this year, releasing her Netflix project With Love: Holiday Special, where she shared personal holiday traditions from their home.
In the series, Meghan offered glimpses into their family life, including handwritten notes tucked into Archie and Lilibet’s advent calendar and ornaments that reflect milestones in their children’s lives. She spoke about how a Christmas tree can tell a family’s story and mark the passage of time, a quiet reflection that stands in contrast to the distance between Harry and his relatives in the UK.
Jennie Bond believes King Charles may feel a sense of sadness at not having both of his sons together for the holidays. Still, she does not think Harry is hoping for a royal reunion. His life in California, with fewer formalities and more freedom, is likely far more appealing.
“There might be a moment of nostalgia,” Bond noted, “but I think Harry will happily throw himself into an American-style family day.”