This month has seen a series of unexpected events involving the British royal family, most notably the simultaneous hospitalizations of King Charles and Kate, the Princess of Wales, at a London clinic. The Crown Inc. is in the midst of one of its most serious health crises in recent memory, reminiscent of the drama surrounding the infamous lobster thermidor incident. But what’s even more puzzling than the royals’ health troubles is the absence of Kate’s three young children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—during this critical time.
The Mystery of the Missing Children
Kate has now been in the London Clinic for over 12 days, recovering from abdominal surgery. In that time, her children have not been seen visiting her, which raises questions about their whereabouts and well-being. Prince William, who has stepped into the role of full-time father, has been spotted visiting Kate daily. He was even seen leaving the clinic in his $268,000 electric Audi, but the children were nowhere to be seen.
Where are the Wales children? Why haven’t they been brought to see their mother during her recovery? It’s not about the media intrusion, as the press has respected the privacy of the family. With such public discretion in place, it would seem like an easy matter for William or Kate’s close-knit family, the Middletons, to bring the children to the hospital without anyone noticing.
The Role of the Middletons
Kate’s parents, Carole and Michael Middleton, and her siblings, Pippa Matthews and James Middleton, are known to be very close to her and have always been supportive. James, in particular, has openly discussed his struggles with depression, and he has credited Kate with helping him through some of his darkest times, attending therapy sessions with him and offering unwavering support.
Yet despite this close bond, there have been no reports of the Middletons taking the children to visit their mother. Why is that? The children’s grandparents are known to spoil them with fun activities, and while their lavish home in Bucklebury provides a safe and entertaining environment, isn’t a visit to their mother, especially during a time of recovery, what they truly need? The hospital is just a 45-minute drive from their family home in Adelaide Cottage, so logistics are hardly an obstacle.
The Argument for Normalcy
The Sun reports that the Waleses might want the children to experience a sense of normalcy while Kate recovers. It’s understandable that the parents want to keep the children’s routine as undisturbed as possible during their mother’s absence, particularly during the weekdays. However, what about the weekend? Instead of seeing their mother, the children were reportedly enjoying quality time with their grandparents, which raises further questions about the priority placed on maintaining family connections during a time of crisis.
While it’s true that no child wants to see their parent in a hospital bed—it can be frightening and unsettling—there’s an argument to be made that seeing Kate would offer a sense of comfort and reassurance. A hug from their mother could provide emotional support and stability during this uncertain time, and it might help the children understand that their mother’s recovery is well underway.
Changing Royal Traditions
Some might argue that royals traditionally do not visit each other in the hospital, citing long-standing royal protocols. However, those protocols, especially those set by the late Queen, are evolving. In recent years, the royal family has made efforts to modernize their image, with a focus on emotional connection and showing a more human side of their lives. For example, Prince William and Kate have made public efforts to engage in family-oriented activities, and they take nearly every school holiday off to spend quality time with their children. The idea of family as a top priority is a cornerstone of their public image.
The question then becomes: why is there such a disconnect now, when the family should be coming together to support Kate during her recovery?
A Possible Sign of Negative Energy at Buckingham Palace?
As we approach the holiday season, when the royal family typically comes together, this situation casts a shadow over the normally festive atmosphere at Buckingham Palace. There seems to be something off in the air—a sense of imbalance. Perhaps Queen Camilla, as the head of the royal family, might want to look into other forms of remedy, such as crystals or sage, to clear the negative energy that seems to be lingering over the family.
While this may sound humorous, there is no denying that something feels off. The absence of the children from their mother’s side during such an important time, combined with the royal family’s typically image-conscious behavior, suggests that there is more to this story than meets the eye. Only time will tell if the Wales family will address these concerns, or if the royal family will continue to operate under an increasingly modernized set of expectations.
