Prince Harry shares emotional letter about losing his mum Princess Diana - 'somedays are harder than others'
Prince Harry pens heartbreaking letter about losing his mother to bring comfort military children.
Prince Harry has written a heartfelt letter about losing his mum Princess Diana to bring comfort to military children.
- Prince Harry has written an emotional letter to bereaved children who are members of Scotty's Little Soldiers.
- The Duke of Sussex penned the note drawing on his own experience of losing his own mother Princess Diana.
- This royal news comes as fans ask, Who was Dodi Fayed's girlfriend before Diana? Introducing Kelly Fisher.
Prince Harry has shared a heartfelt letter about losing his mother Princess Diana to help bring comfort to children who have lost their parents, telling them 'you are not alone'.
The Duke of Sussex shared his heartbreaking bond with the youngsters to mark Remembrance Day 2022 as he told them they are all in his "thoughts and heart" before revealing one of his coping mechanisms when someone dies.
The letter reads, "As many of us observe and reflect on Remembrance Sunday, I wanted to write to you and let you know you are all in my thoughts and heart today.
"We share a bond even without ever meeting one another, because we share in having lost a parent.
"I know first-hand the pain and grief that comes with loss and want you to know that you are not alone.
"While difficult feelings will come up today as we pay tribute to heroes like your mum or dad, I hope you can find comfort and strength in knowing that their love for you lives and shines on."
GoodtoKnow Newsletter
Parenting advice, hot topics, best buys and family finance tips delivered straight to your inbox.
A post shared by Mark Sallis (@mustangsal1679)
A photo posted by on
"Whenever you need a reminder of this, I encourage you to lean into your friends at Scotty's Little Soldiers.
"One of the ways I've learned to cope has been through community and talking about my grief, and I couldn't be more grateful and relieved that you have amazing people walking beside you throughout your journey."
Prince Harry lost his mum Diana when she was killed in a car crash in Paris in 1997. he was aged 12 and his brother Prince William was aged 15.
Harry continued, "We all know some days are harder than others, but together those days are made easier.
"Today and every day, I admire and respect all the men and women who have given their lives in service of us - especially those in your family.
"I am also incredibly proud of you for being the best example in remembering them."
Selina is a Senior Family Writer for GoodtoKnow and has more than 16 years years of experience. She specialises in royal family news, including the latest activities of Prince George, Charlotte, Louis, Archie and Lilibet. She also covers the latest government, health and charity advice for families. Selina graduated from the University of Sheffield in 2006 with a degree in Journalism, and gained her NCTJ and NCE qualifications. During her career, she’s also written for Woman, Woman's Own, Woman&Home, and Woman's Weekly as well as Heat magazine, Bang Showbiz - and the Scunthorpe Telegraph. When she's not covering family news, you can find her exploring new countryside walking routes, catching up with friends over good food, or making memories (including award-winning scarecrows!)
-
Five categories of grandparent have been identified by psychologists, and we all want number #2
Psychologists studying the impact of grandparents in the lives of children have identified five key types, and you'll probably recognise yours instantly.
By Lucy Wigley Published
-
Millennial dads are doing 4 things better than previous generations, but is it enough to lighten the mother's mental load?
Millennial dads are definitely doing better than their previous counterparts, but there's still areas they can improve on their parenting to be truly equal to their partners.
By Lucy Wigley Published
-
Princess Charlotte would have meant ‘everything’ to late grandmother Princess Diana, reveals former royal butler
Despite never getting the chance to meet her, Princess Charlotte has so much in common with her late grandmother
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Prince William and Kate Middleton are ‘enthusiastic’ about reconciling with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle - and it’s all for the sake of their children
The Prince and Princess of Wales are reportedly keen to end the royal feud and connect with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Princess Diana’s brother reveals ‘difficult’ job he undertook for his sister when she became a royal - and shares her biggest childhood fear
Earl Charles Spencer has revealed the one thing Diana was 'terrified' of in childhood - and many will relate
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Meghan Markle opens up about ‘cruel’ and ‘hateful’ online bullying she experienced throughout her pregnancies - and reveals the one thing that got her through it
Meghan reflected on the struggles she experienced during her pregnancies in an emotional speech at the SXSW festival over the weekend
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet set to benefit massively from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s latest venture - and it proves the couple want the very best future for their children
The royal youngsters aren't the only children whose lives could be changed by the project
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Prince Harry reveals telling insight into his current relationship with father King Charles - and shares ‘top secret’ update on Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet in surprise TV interview
Harry has spoken publicly about his father for the first time since his cancer diagnosis
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Prince Harry vowed to never ‘enjoy’ family hobby again after Princess Diana’s death - but he’s taken it back up and it’s all thanks to his children
Harry thought he was 'being mean to' his mum by enjoying it
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
-
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle change Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet's surname in ‘surprise’ move that proves they will always be royals
The royal couple have rebranded their website and made some poignant changes to their children's names
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published