An open letter to the Duchess of York on the day of her 60th birthday...
Dear Duchess,
Happy Birthday!! Wishing you so much joy on this very special milestone! Although, if we didn't know better, no one would possibly believe you were 60 - you are as beautiful as ever!
On this special day, more than ever, remember you are loved - by your family and friends, and also by the public!
Thank you for showing leadership, and for being an inspirational role model. Thank you for standing up for kindness. Thank you for the human warmth, generosity and graciousness you always show even to the humblest of people!
Thank you for all your hard work for so many good causes - for Street Child, BHF, Key to Freedom, Natasha's Law, Teenage Cancer Trust, Cauldwell Children's Fund and so many more! Thank you for using your status and position to help so many people, and to make a real difference!
Thank you for being an amazing Mum to two wonderful Princesses! You and HRH the Duke have brought up Their Royal Highnesses to share the values of their parents, and they too are now a credit to the titles they hold and the institution they represent!
Thank you for your wonderful books, especially for What I Know Now and Finding Sarah. Thank you for guiding me (and many others) towards personal truth, fulfilment and happiness. Thank you for giving so much of yourself, being so honest and sharing your wisdom!
Thank you for that wonderful smile of yours, and all that energy and passion you bring! Thank you for bringing so much sunshine and positivity to the world!
When I was seven, I watched your wedding, and I loved you like a Princess from a fairy tale! More than 30 years later, I know the reality is more complicated than that, but my regard for you has never changed. Mine is one of many, many lives that you have changed for the better, whether you knew it or not! If you ever feel low, or when ignorant people are criticising you or your family - please remember that!
What wonderful news about HRH Princess Beatrice and Mr Mapelli Mozzi - a fabulous early birthday present for you! I can't wait to see you once again in the role of proud Mother of the Bride in which you excelled at HRH Princess Eugenie's wedding!
I hope you have the most wonderful day, full of joy, surrounded by loved ones! With admiration and gratitude from Francine X
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