Royal Family TREMBLES As Catherine Makes Major Arrangement In Her Reign As A New Queen
In heartbreaking news today, it has been reported that Catherine, the Princess of Wales, is keen to move on from some of the centuries-old Royal Christmas traditions, which she reportedly finds “weird.” Although many of the royal family’s festive customs are kept private, it’s no secret that Catherine has grown more inclined to modernize certain aspects of the royal celebration. According to sources, one such tradition she is eager to change is the longstanding custom of exchanging Christmas gifts on Christmas Eve, rather than Christmas Day.
This practice, which dates back nearly two centuries, was established during Queen Victoria’s reign and has been upheld by each successive monarch, including the late Queen Elizabeth II. The tradition reflects the Royal Family’s German heritage, and the Queen reportedly preferred Christmas Eve gift-giving to maintain Christmas Day as a more solemn, spiritually focused occasion. However, Princess Catherine is said to find this custom strange and out of step with more typical British holiday practices, where gifts are traditionally exchanged on Christmas Day itself.
Catherine’s desire to change this long-standing tradition is seen as part of her and Prince William’s broader strategy to present a more relatable and modern image of the royal family. By shifting to a Christmas Day celebration, the couple hopes to further connect with the public, emphasizing the importance of family and tradition while aligning with the changing expectations of the monarchy. Sources close to the couple suggest that William and Catherine will save their presents, as well as those for their children, for Christmas morning, marking a break from the historic royal way of doing things.
Additionally, a friend of the family commented on another quirky royal tradition that has long been a source of bemusement for many. It seems that, traditionally, the royal family has exchanged small, often inexpensive “joke” gifts rather than lavish presents, with an infamous example being a cheap bureau pen with a tiny rubber fish attached, given by Princess Margaret. Catherine, according to insiders, has always found this tradition odd and intends to move away from it when she and William take on more responsibility within the royal family.
Alongside these changes, Catherine is preparing to host a poignant Christmas Carol service at Westminster Abbey on December 6th. Kensington Palace confirmed that the event will include special guests, notably the child survivors of the tragic Southport stabbing that took place on July 29th. The incident, in which three children lost their lives and 10 others were injured, deeply affected the community, and Catherine has shown personal involvement by engaging with the families of the victims, first responders, and the critically injured dance teacher.
While some royal traditions may be evolving under the Wales’ influence, others will continue. For example, the pheasant and partridge shooting party traditionally held on Boxing Day will proceed, though King Charles is expected to make only a brief appearance, with Prince William likely taking a leading role. The royal family’s traditional Christmas Day walk to church will also remain, ensuring that some customs stay intact.
As for Christmas dinner, the Wales family may opt for a quieter, more intimate celebration at their home, Anmer Hall, with the princess’s parents, Michael and Carole Middleton, joining them. Given the additional numbers, it is expected that the family meal will be served in the White Drawing Room, rather than the dining room where the late Queen hosted festive meals. This year, King Charles will likely host the traditional family Christmas lunch in Norfolk, though reports indicate he may extend his stay into January and head to Scotland later.
As Catherine and William continue to embrace their roles, their thoughtful approach to modernizing some royal traditions while respecting others shows their commitment to a new era of the monarchy. This blend of tradition and change reflects the values they wish to instill in their children and share with the nation, aiming for a royal family that resonates more closely with the people.
