Kate says ‘it's never been more important to appreciate one another' in sweet video to celebrate summer
'LOVE, AND BE LOVED' Kate says 'it's never been more important to appreciate one another' in sweet video to celebrate summer
PRINCESS Kate has said "it's never been more important to appreciate one another" in a heartwarming video.
The royal shared her inspirational montage on Instagram in celebration of summer.
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Princess Kate has said 'it's never been more important to appreciate one another'
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The post was shared in celebration of summer
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The royal said we must 'cherish the bonds of love and friendship'
The Princess of Wales said: "Summer is a season for abundance.
"Just as the flowers bloom and the fruits ripen, we too are reminded of our own potential for growth.
"It is the time to ignite our inner fire and explore our own creativity, passions, and dreams.
"As we bask in the sunlit hours, friends and families come together; playing, connecting, being present.
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"Embracing the joy to be found in even the most fleeting of moments and shared experiences.
"Our lives flourish when we cherish the bonds of love and friendship.
"So open your hearts; sing, dance, play.
"The days are still long, so simply love, and be loved."
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Kate captioned the post: "Our lives flourish when we cherish the bonds of love and friendship.
"It has never been more important to appreciate the value of one another, and of Mother Nature. Here's to Summer. C."
The princess recorded the voiceover on the two-minute video, but she nor her family appeared in the film.
The video featured clips captured over the last few months in a variety of locations including Sheffield, Bradford, North Wales and Anglesey and the south coast.
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A group of students from The Royal Ballet School, filmed in Richmond Park, feature in the montage.
Each of the dancers also performed in HRH's Carol Service in 2024.
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The clip features locations including Sheffield, Bradford, North Wales and Anglesey and the south coast
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The picturesque shots had been filmed across the past several months
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Kate said it's 'the time to ignite our inner fire and explore our own creativity, passions, and dreams'
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The Princess of Wales shared her heartwarming video on Instagram
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