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My day may have begun with falling on black ice (a sign of the
weather we were dealing with in the city) but it quickly turned
around as I arrived at Northside Center in Harlem, a center which
provides mental health services for youth.
Without knowing anything further, you would already know that this
would be a perfect engagement for The Duchess.
Catherine is involved heavily with youth back in Britain through
her patronages including EACH Hospices, where we frequently see her
out in support. In Harlem, Kate was joined by the First Lady of New
York City Chirlane McCray to do arts and crafts and wrap gifts with
the little ones – who were adorable.
After standing outside in the cold for hours, watching two young
children present the First Lady and The Duchess with roses was
enough to melt your cold heart. Just like Elsa’s love for her
sister in Frozen, to whom Kate was compared to today.
Yes, in an unbelievably cute turn of events the children at the
center (aged 3-4) thought that Kate was Princess Elsa coming to
play with them. Kate, who didn’t appear to have on a very warm coat
and thin tights, took the time to greet all of the families on her
way out.
After seeing photos and videos of her interacting with children and
families this way for years, it was very special to see her in the
moment with them. You think you know how she is with the children,
but seeing a little girl stick her nose in Kate’s roses to
literally smell them, and the flower boy hamming it up turning and
waving to the crowds and cameras is another thing entirely.
The cold never bothered me anyway!
Kelly is a Royal Blogger and author of Keep Calm and Harry On. You can follow
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Thank you for sharing! I wish i could have been there but I appreciate your gracious heart and wonderful support ! Outstanding description!!