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Royal Ladies-in-Mourning Display Steely Determination at Queen’s Funeral
The funeral of Queen Elizabeth II was an emotional and somber affair, with the royal family coming together to bid farewell to their cherished matriarch.
The Countess of Wessex, Sophie, and the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, were seen with red-rimmed eyes and trembling lips, reflecting the deep grief they felt.
As they stood at the entrance of Westminster Hall, memories of past queens mourning their husbands in the same location flooded their minds.
The new queen consort, Camilla Parker Bowles, struggled to hold back tears as she stood stoically, her arms rigidly at her sides.
She wore a glittering diamond-stick insect brooch, a personal favorite.
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Standing beside her was Princess Diana, visibly affected by the recent events, wearing the Queen’s diamond and pearl leaf brooch.
While waiting for the procession to begin, Kate occasionally whispered to Sophie, but otherwise remained focused and composed.
Interestingly, a noticeable distance seemed to separate Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, from the other working royals.
Meghan, who arrived with a countess from Buckingham Palace, appeared somewhat lost, occasionally resting her hand in her pocket.
This subtle awkwardness in her posture hinted at the ongoing rift between Meghan and the rest of the royal family.
As one of the ten journalists granted access to witness this poignant moment, I had a unique view from above in the ancient Westminster Hall.
From this vantage point, I couldn’t help but notice Meghan’s self-consciousness.
Though she was appropriately dressed for the occasion, her body language revealed a hint of discomfort.
Leaning back while clutching her program and bag, Meghan wore a pair of pearl earrings gifted to her by the Queen during her wedding.
The entrance of the Queen’s casket into Westminster Hall was announced by the choir of His Majesty’s Chapel Royal, St. James Palace.
The coffin, adorned with a royal standard and the imperial state crown, was carried in while the powerful notes of Psalm 139 filled the air.
Despite being forewarned about its size, seeing the Queen’s diminutive casket in person was still a breathtaking moment.
The service, conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury, emphasized two aspects close to the Queen’s heart: her Christian faith and her family.
Throughout the ceremony, the royal family stood and stared at the coffin, their grief palpable.
When the service concluded, the women curtsied while the men bowed their heads in a final tribute.
As the senior royals began to depart, Prince Harry and Meghan were seen holding hands, a small gesture of support amidst the challenging days ahead.
The King, Prince William, briefly looked up to the heavens and sighed heavily, perhaps bracing himself for the responsibilities that lay ahead.
Following the family, a devoted group of courtiers and servants accompanied them.
However, one notable absence was Angela Kelly, the Queen’s dresser, who had been by her side until the end.
This reunion of the royal family in Westminster Hall serves as a reminder of our nation’s history, resilience, ingenuity, and tolerance, which have shaped our great country.
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