“I didn’t expect it at all”, his incredible gesture to an admirer who wrote him a letter

Kate Middleton has once again proven that she is a model of kindness through this incredible story. If this week, a patient at the Royal Marsden hospital in London, Katherine Field, has already recounted how her meeting with the princess was overwhelming and moving, this is a new testimony that the newspaper has collected Express British. At just 19 years old, Liv Bowditch, a volunteer with From Me To You Letters, a group that works to brighten the days of cancer patients by sending them letters, shared her own experience.

When the young woman learned that Prince William's wife, Kate Middleton, was going through a delicate period after announcing her cancer last year, she did not hesitate to pick up her pen to write to him. But it was above all what happened after sending this famous letter to the Princess of Wales which totally upset the young woman. Against all odds, she not only got a response from the royal family, but a gesture that she will remember for the rest of her life.

A touching letter that changed everything

By sending this letter to the princess, Liv Bowditch's main objective was to support the mother of George, Charlotte and Louis and ask her to become godmother of the association. She explains to the newspaper: “I always start my letters with Dear Friend and I share anecdotes from my life, like my dog’s mischief, to bring a smile to the person reading me” she explains before adding: “You are writing in the hopes of brightening their day and taking their minds off the potential process of chemotherapy or any other sort of procedure they might undergo”.

A few weeks after sending her letter, the volunteer would never have expected to receive a response from the princess and even less an exclusive invitation so that she could attend Together at Christmasa Christmas concert organized in the sumptuous setting of Westminster Abbey on December 6. This annual event, orchestrated by Kate Middleton, brings together 1,600 guests, including volunteers, public figures and members of the royal family. “I was in shock», confides the young woman of 19 years before adding: “I never thought Kate would respond to me, let alone invite me to such an event” .

An unforgettable moment in the life of this young woman

During the concert, the young woman was able to admire Kate, Prince William, and their children, George, Charlotte and Louis, seated right in front of her. This moment gave her a unique perspective on the royal family, which she describes as warm and sincere: “Seeing the royal family in real life was incredible” she tells l’Express before continuing: “Louis was so funny, he couldn't sit still, and Kate would ask him to stay still. It was a very human moment which shows that they are above all a family like any other. »Simple moments that allowed Liv to see royalty in a more personal and accessible light.

Kate Middleton's gesture towards Liv Bowditch once again illustrates her commitment to promoting solidarity initiatives. By taking the time to respond to a young volunteer and inviting her to a royal event, Kate showed she remains close to the British people. Her role goes far beyond public appearances, she is a source of inspiration for many people. For Liv, this indirect meeting with Kate strengthened her determination to continue her commitment. “This concert reminded me that, despite their status, they go through the same ordeals as us”explains the young woman. An unexpected recognition and an unforgettable memory, which will remain forever engraved in his heart.