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What an honour to be awarded my MBE in the throne room of Buckingham Palace by The Princess Royal.
Grateful to have TeamSmith watching on and that my deviation from protocol (whipping out a copy of the #MathsNewsletter from my sporran) didn’t result in banishment to the Tower!
A wee trip to Buckingham Palace today for the Smiths - so King Charles wasn’t winding me up about that MBE in his New Years Honours List!
An unforgettable experience shared with Daisy, Heidi, Logan and the woman who made it all possible (remember MBE = Mainly Because Elaine)! ❤️
To brighten up budget day, I am giving a set of these Fabulous Mr Benn badges away.
To be in the bowler hat, all you have to do is retweet this tweet.
I'll choose a winner this time next week.
Good Luck!!
A message from Catherine, The Princess of Wales
As the summer comes to an end, I cannot tell you what a relief it is to have finally completed my chemotherapy treatment.
The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life as you know it can change in an instant and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and road unknown.
The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you.
With humility, it also brings you face to face with your own vulnerabilities in a way you have never considered before, and with that, a new perspective on everything.
This time has above all reminded William and me to reflect and be grateful for the simple yet important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted. Of simply loving and being loved.
Doing what I can to stay cancer free is now my focus. Although I have finished chemotherapy, my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes.
I am however looking forward to being back at work and undertaking a few more public engagements in the coming months when I can.
Despite all that has gone before I enter this new phase of recovery with a renewed sense of hope and appreciation of life.
William and I are so grateful for the support we have received and have drawn great strength from all those who are helping us at this time. Everyone’s kindness, empathy and compassion has been truly humbling.
To all those who are continuing their own cancer journey – I remain with you, side by side, hand in hand. Out of darkness, can come light, so let that light shine bright.
🎬 by Will Warr