The Duchess Diary

Let's talk royals

  • The Queen
  • For a Laugh
  • TV, Movies & Books
  • Most Popular Posts
  • Relationships
  • About

The Queen Mentions Princess Charlotte In her 2015 Christmas Message

queen elizabeth buckingham palace christmas message 2015.

YouTube/The British Monarchy

Sitting at a desk in the 18th Century Room inside Buckingham Palace, Her Majesty gave her annual Christmas broadcast, a tradition started by her grandfather, George V at the family’s Sandringham home in 1932.

Family portraits including Princess Charlotte’s christening and Prince Charles’ wedding photo are on display in the background as Her Majesty spoke of the year that has past, and what lies ahead.

“I am looking forward to a busy 2016, though I have been warned I may have Happy Birthday sung to me more than once or twice,” the Queen, who will turn 90 on April 21st, said.

LIfe’s hardships, including the loss of loved ones and war, were topics discussed in the Queen’s message, as was the importance of family.

“One of the joys of living a long life is watching one’s children, then grandchildren, then great-grandchildren, help decorate the Christmas tree,” the Queen said.

“And this year my family has a new member to join in the fun.”

The remark reminded me of the Queen’s 2013 message, in which footage from Prince George’s christening was shown.

“Here at home, my family is a little larger this Christmas,” the Queen said.  “As so many of you will know, the arrival of a baby gives everyone the chance to contemplate the future with renewed happiness and hope.”

“For the new parents, life will never be quite the same again.”

“As with all who are christened, George was baptized into a joyful faith of christmas duty and service,” the Queen continued.  “After the christening, we gathered for the traditional photograph.    It was a happy occasion, bringing together four generations.”

According to The Court Jeweller, the Queen wore a diamond and aquamarine brooch that once belonged to her mother.

Her Majesty and Prince Philip usually stay at Sandringham through February 6th, the anniversary of her accession to the throne.

Happy New Year To All!

❮❮ Previous Post
Next Post ❯ ❯

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Tags

Beauty Books Danish Royals Dutch Royals Fashion Food Hair Hats Interviews Jewelry Kate Middleton Meghan Markle Monaco Royals Movies Pippa Middleton Prince Charles Prince George Prince Harry Prince Philip Princess Charlotte Princess Diana Prince William Royal Children Royal News Royal Tours Royal Weddings Spanish Royals Swedish Royals The Middletons The Queen The Windsors Travel TV

One’s Favorite Sites

  • What Kate Wore
  • Go Fug Yourself
  • The Court Jeweller
  • From Berkshire To Buckingham
  • Kate’s Closet
  • Kate Middleton Style
  • What Would Kate Do?
  • A Taste of Dawn
  • Kate’s Royal Closet

Copyright

© Kelly Lynch and The Duchess Diary, 2015. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Kelly Lynch and The Duchess Diary with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.
  • Press
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact

Pretty Chic Theme By: Pretty Darn Cute Design