Mother posts picture breastfeeding toddler in public – she finally responds to all the backlash

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Breastfeeding in public is a topic that still causes stir. While some believe women should breastfeed their babies whenever they are hungry, others are convinced that doing that in public is embarrassing. The latter probably don’t understand that breastfeeding is a natural and essential practice for both the mother and child.

The truth is that many mothers feel uneasy about nursing in public because of all the stares and comments, but not this mother.

Trinati is a mom of a 17-month-old daughter whom she breastfeeds whenever the little one feels like eating. However, this have put her in situations which she didn’t like, such as employees at stores asking from her to hide inside broom closets in order to feed her baby.

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Holding onto the belief that breastfeeding is a natural and beautiful process no mom should ever be ashamed of, Trinati decided to do something about raising awareness.

One time, while breastfeeding her daughter at Costco, she asked from her son to take a picture that she later posted on the social media. “I never shy away from providing my children with what they may need from me based on our surroundings.”

The thing is that apart from facing stares and judgement from strangers, she also gets a lot of questions from her friends and family. When they ask, “How long are you going to do ‘that’ for?” her answer is always, “As long as she needs me to!” And then, the jokes follow, with some laughing that she would probably be breastfeeding her daughter until she’s in kindergarten.

This mom is fed up of people sexualizing her breastfeeding and judging her for it. She said in an interview, “Really? Have you SEEN breastfeeding breasts? My nipples are very far from looking like something someone may fantasize about! Ha!”

She went on, “These are basically udders right now. Get over yourself! I’m not trying to steal your man or lady with these bad girls! To me, they have become so far from feeling like a sexual part of my body. Right now they belong to my child for nourishment, both physically and emotionally.”

She wants people to understand that breastfeeding is a natural way to nourish a child and should not be viewed as sexual.

“I don’t expect all men or those who have never breastfed to understand the ways in which mothers have the endurance to deal with nipple-pinching or straight-up acrobatics while breastfeeding,” she explained. “I have received the strangest glances and awkward giggles when people watch my 1.5-year-old standing on my lap while suckling … sometimes on one leg!”

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“I had my son take that photo of us in Costco because I never want to forget (and [I want to] show my daughter in the future) the lengths we, as mothers, will go to when ensuring our kids are well looked after no matter the situation,” she said.

“My baby’s needs come waaaaaay before anyone else’s attempts to make me feel inappropriate for this sometimes-public act of nourishing and/or comforting my children,” she wrote in the caption for the Instagram post.

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Trinati wants her children to know they they would always be her priority regardless of people’s judgement.

“Trust is a fundamental tool for developing healthy relationships and it begins with the care that we receive in childhood,” she said. “For me, breastfeeding demonstrates this to my children, and for this reason, I will never feel shame for allowing a baby of mine to do this with me in any environment.”

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Picture of female athlete competing in race goes viral when man notices something off

Emma Pallant-Browne is a celebrated athlete who used a photo of her, which some dubbed “unfortunate,” in order to spread a message about the female body and how extraordinary women are.

Among the rest, Emma won a silver medal in the World Long Distance Triathlon Championships in 2022, two medals (silver in 2017 and bronze in 2022) in the championship known as Ironman 70.3, and a gold medal at the European Championship.

Other than that, she has recently participated in the PTO Tour European Open in Ibiza, which took place a few days after she won the Dualthlon World Championship, and ended up on the fourth place.

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While taking part in the latest competition in Ibiza, a photo of her taken by a professional photographer were uploaded on the official site of the event. The photo seemed a regular one until another contestant, Xavier Coppock, highlighted something he noticed which later became a huge topic of conversation.

Namely, Emma was competing in a blue and pink swimsuit, but there was also a red stain visible which she got because she had period during the race.

“Not the most flattering photo of Emma, surely they can crop it a little better,” Coppock wrote under the photo, trying to stand up for Emma. However, although she was flattered by his intention to protect her, Emma didn’t mind the photo because as she stated, women having their period while competing wasn’t anything unusual. Replying to Coppock’s comment, Emma explained that she had her period and although she used tampon, there were days when even the most absorbent one would not do the job for more than 3 hours.

A couple of days later, she posted the same photo on her Instagram account with the caption, “Celebrating the amazing women in sport and the equally amazing men who champion them. Humbled by the number of messages I’ve had from both men and women about the unglamorous reality of racing on your period.”

Further, Emma wrote, “I raced in a swimsuit because I over heat and pass out in hot races, on my period my body temp is also higher. I have a full length suit for the cooler races in dark colours but the light colours we were experimenting with for the cooling effect. It is dark at the bottom and at the back but my bike position has changed and now I roll more forward (lesson learnt for next years suit design).

“A lot of the photos you can’t see anything, pouring water over yourself at aid stations does the trick and if it doesn’t you end up with one photo like this but the idea to edit it means there is something wrong with it.
If you wrote to me saying 99% of the women you know would be mortified at this then that is exactly why I am sharing this, because there really is nothing wrong.”

She added, “Its natural and coming from eating issues as an endurance runner when I was growing up where I didn’t have my period, I now see it as beautiful.
So if you have a photo like this, save it, cherish it, remember how you performed on a tough day because one day you might just be able to help someone else with it.”

Speaking of her choice of outfit, she explained that wearing a swimsuit suits her best because she sweats a lot and it provides her with the most amount of safety and comfort when she competes.

“This is a women’s sport and the more barriers we can break, the better. After a long career, you end up with a photo like this, but the idea of editing it means there is something wrong with it. I share it because there’s really nothing wrong with it, it’s a natural thing,” she wrote.

“So if you have a photo like this, save it, cherish it, and remember how you performed on a tough day because one day you might just be able to help someone else with it,” the celebrated athlete concluded in her powerful message she extended to other women.

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Vanna White bids an emotional farewell to Pat Sajak ahead of his final show

Ahead of Pat Sajak’s final episode on Wheel of Fortune, Vanna White paid an emotional tribute to him.

During the Thursday’s episode of the much-loved game show, White honored Sajak’s contributions and their enduring friendship through a video segment showcasing clips and photos that traced their partnership from the 1980s up to the present day.

“I can’t believe that tomorrow is our last show together,” White, 67, said in the clip. “I don’t know how to put into words what these past 41 years have meant to me, but I’m going to try.

“Eight thousand episodes went by like that.”

The two life-long friends started hosting America’s Game together in 1982, when the show first aired in syndication, and over the years, they became one of television’s most iconic duos.

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“As the years have gone by, we’ve grown up on television, but we’ve also shared so much more behind the scenes,” she said as she reminisced about the pair’s more personal memories.

“What an incredible and unforgettable journey we’ve had. And I’ve enjoyed every minute of it with you,” White added, holding back tears. “You’re like a brother to me, and I consider you a true lifelong friend, who I will always adore. I love you, Pat.”

Following the segment, the two shared a hug on stage.

The iconic duo have appeared in over 8,000 episodes together, with Sajak leading the contestants through the game and White famously turning the letters on the puzzle board.

You can watch White’s tribute to Sajak in the video below.

Last summer, Sajak had announced that Season 41 of Wheel of Fortune would be his last, calling it a “wonderful ride.” White, however, will be staying on as co-host with Ryan Seacrest next season.

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His father is one of the biggest celebrities in the world, but he has to work a ‘normal’ job to support himself

No matter how we feel about it, parents’ “tough love” can teach our children a lot about life.

Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger was named Mr. Universe five times, and Mr. Olympia seven times. Over the curse of his career, which spans decades, he’s given the world of film some incredible roles, such as that of Terminator.

If you believe that he translates this tough persona into his private life, you are not wrong. It turns out that the actor turned politician hold onto some of the onscreen toughness with his children. Namely, Schwarzenegger is a father of five children. He has daughters Katherine, 34, and Christina, 31, as well as sons Patrick, 30, and Christopher, 26 with now ex-wife Maria Shriver. He also has a son, Joseph Baena, with the family’s former housekeeper, Mildred Patricia Baena.

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Schwarzenegger took care of Joseph as much as he did for the rest of his children. He, however, doesn’t spoil them and makes sure they earn their own living instead of expecting him to provide them with everything in life.

Following college, Joseph, as well as the rest of the children, were to handle their own finances. The reason isn’t his dad’s lack of money, on the contrary, the “Terminator” has earned millions throughout the years.

Joseph doesn’t mind working and making his own money and is grateful his dad financed his education.

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“My dad is old-school; he doesn’t believe in handouts. He believes hard work pays off, and so do I,” Joseph, who is a spitting image of his famous dad said in an interview with Men’s Health, adding, “I love the word honorand I’m very prideful in the sense that if I use my dad’s contacts or ask him for favors, I wonder what honor is that gonna bring me?”

Initially, Joseph wanted to follow into his dad’s footsteps and pursue a career as an actor, but he found that to be tough, so he turned to a more regular job. He, however, did pursue bodybuilding as hobby.

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Having a diploma in Business Administration helped Joseph land a career as a real-estate agent. “So yeah, I needed a job, and I was not getting any of the acting roles that I thought I was going to get, and like starting to get paid,” he continued. “I was like, ‘I need to do something.’ So I started interning at this real estate company,” the 25-year-old shared with Essentially Sports.

Last year, he managed to sell his first house and was quick to share his excitement over reaching that milestone on the social media. He posted a picture of himself holding a ‘SOLD’ sign with the caption, “SOLD!!! Congratulations to my clients for trusting myself and @aria_properties to sell their beautiful Santa Monica Property!🍾🎉🎊.”

The young real estate agent shared online that he operates out of West Los Angeles and Silicon Beach. He invited anyone interested in selling their home to reach out to him through direct messaging.

“I don’t have to get into acting or bodybuilding. I’m very motivated and driven. I’m happy about my relationship with my dad. But I’m more happy that I am finding joy in what I’m doing and that I’m doing exactly what I’ve always dreamed about.”

“A lot of guys struggle with trying to make their dad proud or trying to get out of their dad’s shadow. But as long as you’re doing what you want to do, then that all comes. Of course, maybe those guys don’t have such nice dads,” he went on to say.

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My husband doesn’t allow me to clean the fridge in his absence – I did it anyway, revealing his creepy secret

Choosing the right partner might be one of the most important decisions a person makes because that’s the person whom you’ll navigate the highs and lows, share laughter and tears, and build a future together with.

A woman named Stephanie, 32, shared a story that left many flabbergasted.

She started by explaining that she and her husband of five years, Mike, were just an ordinary couple. Nothing ever stood out of the ordinary when it came to their relationship and their marriage. However, there was one thing that bothered Stephanie, and she wasn’t certain if that was something she should worry bout or not, but her gut feeling was telling her something was odd.

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Namely, Mike told her numerous times that she should never clean the fridge in his absence. This request sounded rather strange. Whenever she would ask him why he demanded that, he would mumble something about him not wanting her to throw good food.

She added that she never had a habit of throwing any food with a perfectly good expiry date away, which made Mike’s demand even more unusual.

It was very obvious that Mike was extremely protective of some stuff he kept in the fridge.

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Stephanie recalled that Mike once brought a metal box home which he placed at the bottom of the fridge. What’s more, she would caught him checking on it every now and then. When she asked him what’s inside, he said there were some olives his friend James got from his granddad as a present and wanted Mike to keep for some time. Apparently, those were olives of a rare kind.

She had no issues with him keeping the box in the fridge but it was really annoying that he would ask her not to touch it and be careful with it all the time. He said he demanded that because it was rude to touch other people’s stuff.

However, those “rare olives” weren’t claimed by James for a couple of years, but she never asked Mike about them again.

One day, she decided to break the rules and clean the fridge while Mike was at work.

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She started the procedure as usual, never assuming that a simple act of cleaning the fridge would lead to the end of her seemingly happy marriage.

In the letter she penned to a magazine, Stephanie explained that cleaning the appliance took her around two hours, including unplugging it, emptying all shelves and putting away all items. She then cleaned the inside and let it settle before she plugged it again. In the meantime, she was sorting the items, including groceries, fruits, vegetables, and some food containers with pre-cooked dishes, checking the expiration dates on the packages and throwing away those that were off.

At one moment, she also took her husband’s box in her hands and noticed that the olives were expired, so she didn’t think it would be a big deal if she threw them too.

But then, she discovered something unexpected about her husband.

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As she was going towards the garbage bin, the box cracked open on the top and the lid had almost fallen off. The contents started spilling on the floor and that’s when Stephanie learned there weren’t any olives inside that can.

The liquid that was dropping was accompanied by a chemical smell. She took a look at what was stored in the liquid and noticed two umbilical cords. She knew exactly what they were because her sister had preserved her children’s and had shown them to her one time.

When her husband came home from work, she was quick to confront him, telling him that his “olives” expired and that she decided to threw them away. Her words made Mike’s face go pale. She then told him that she didn’t believe it was a big deal, because he couldn’t eat them anyway. The shock Mike experienced seemed to be growing bigger and bigger.

He started explaining that she shouldn’t have done that, because they were really rare and expensive, but Stephanie interrupted him, and asked him straightforward about the umbilical cord. At that moment, there was nothing Mike could do rather than telling her the truth.

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It turned out Mike had another woman in his life, Rosa, and the two had twins together. In fact, he and Rosa dated way before he met Stephanie, but his parents didn’t approve of his relationship with her, forcing him to marry Stephanie instead.

Mike, who was still in love with Rosa, continued seeing her.

Stephanie was shaken to learn this about the man she dreamed of spending her eternity with. She never assumed that a “box of olives” would reveal his long kept secret that marked the begging of the end of her marriage to him.

She decided to file for a divorce, but she still has a hard time moving on and forgetting about the betrayal from the man she loved dearly.

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Can you spot the problem with this picture?

Sometimes, the toughest riddles and mysteries to uncover are the ones “hiding” in plain sight. You wouldn’t suspect anything, yet it is there, staring right back at you, just waiting to be noticed.

If you are into puzzles, make sure you see the one below.

The truth is that puzzles are loved by many because they provide a fun and engaging way to boost mental and physical skills while offering numerous health benefits.

Not only they enhance memory and improve our problem-solving abilities, but they also providing a break from daily stress and offer a sense of accomplishment.

Take a close look at the above photo of the three ladies sitting on a bench. At first, nothing seems to be out of the ordinary, right? But there is something unusual about it. If you need a little help to see what’s wrong, here is a tip, two of the ladies are “seated” with their legs crossed. 

The “issue” with the photo is right in front of the viewer and should be one of the first things they notice, yet, many have a hard time realizing what’s wrong because the human brain tends to choose a critical rather than a simple approach. Instead of looking at the photo as a whole, most people tend to look for hidden signs and elements.

Sometimes, it helps to start small and take in the whole picture at once which may help you find what you’re looking for almost instantly. This puzzle-solving approach can provide a valuable life lesson as well. Sometimes, when you face obstacles and encounter situations that appear to have no clear solution, try to recondition your mind to approach it from a simpler perspective. Most times, this is the key you need.

As of our puzzle, if you haven’t found the solution yet, check the photo below.

The ladies are “hanging” in the air.

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Donny Osmond says ‘final’ goodbyes to family, shares sweet photo on Instagram with grandkids

Their rapid rise to stardom saw the Osmond brothers topping the charts and becoming beloved by fans. Enthusiastic crowds eagerly awaited each new single, album, and performance, creating a phenomenon known as Osmondmania.

When the youngest brother, Donny Osmond, pursued a solo career, people were charmed by his sweet personality, and his popularity only continued to soar over the years.

Remarkably, Donny started performing at just five years old, and the enduring beauty of his career is that it continues to thrive.

2019 marked the end of his 11-year-long Las Vegas residency with his sister Marie, and Osmond returned to Harrah’s Hotel and Casino, headlining his first solo residency, which he resumes in the fall of 2024.

Being a busy performer as he is, after taking the stage and leading the crowds a “dynamic, energy-filled musical journey of his unparalleled life,” Osmond flies to the UK for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat show.

The musician attracted the attention of many with his role of Joseph from 1992 to 1998 and he’s now landing the role of the Pharaoh.

“I always knew I would return to ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,’” Osmond shared on X (formerly Twitter). “Having starred as Joseph in over 2,000 performances in this magical musical, I am now ready to channel my inner Elvis and assume the role of Pharaoh in Edinburgh starting this December [2024].” 

However, before any of this takes place, Osmond, whose career spans six decades, is taking a tour across North America.

His schedule is as busy as ever, and since he would be spending some time away, he does his best to share some quality time with his beloved family that he always puts on top of the list of his priorities, his wife of 45 years, Debra, their five sons, and their 14 grandchildren.

 
 
 
 
 
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“That’s what balances my life out. Family is the most important thing, because the curtain will come down eventually, and then what do you have?” he told People of his family.

So how does he prepare for his tour? Well, Osmond was kind enough to let his fans take a peek at how he spends his time before being away the entire summer. He posted a photo of himself and his grandkids at the swimming pool, with a giant inflatable peacock. In fact, Osmond was disguised as a peacock in the first season of Masked Singer.

“Enjoying a final swim at home with my grandkids before the long US summer tour begins this Friday in Milwaukee. By the way, thanks to Sue Pearson from Leeds in the UK who gave me that inflatable peacock during my tour over there. We’ve had so much fun with it. Speaking of fun, I’ll see you all real soon on my US summer tour,” he captioned the post.

As expected, the comment section filled with comments from fans who have praised his love for his family and shared their excitement over the upcoming tour.

One person wrote, “So this is how you stay looking young Donny, your happiness and precious family makes you smile, and that is why you’re always happy on stage.” A second, gushing over the kids, added, “What a beautiful pictures of you and your grandbabies. Can’t wait to see you [in] Louisville.”

“Can’t wait for this summer tour. Rest up…what is it 41 venues? Wow! Donny What a historic US Tour. So exciting! See you in Connecticut,” a third wrote.

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In the meantime, some fans focused on the peacock, linking it to his appearance on Masked Singer. “Love the peacock… you should have won!!!!” one fan commented.

We are so glad Donny Osmond is having the time of his life with his loved ones.

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Real reason Kate Middleton turned down invite to Lilibet’s 1st birthday party – she was mocked by Meghan’s pal

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are parents to two beautiful children, Archie and Lilibet.

While Archie was born in his father’s homeland, his little sister was welcomed into the world following Megxit – her parent’s decision to step down from their royal duties and leave Britain behind.

The little one was named after her great-grandmother, late Queen Elizabeth II, whose nickname in her younger days was Lilibet and got her middle name from her late grandmother, the People’s Princess, Lady Di.

When Lili was born, the happy parents were quick to announce the news with the general public.

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A spokesperson for the couple said: “It is with great joy that Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, welcome their daughter, Lilibet “Lili” Diana Mountbatten-Windsor, to the world.

“Lili was born on Friday, June 4 at 11:40 a.m. in the trusted care of the doctors and staff at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara, California. She weighed 7 lbs 11 oz. Both mother and child are healthy and well, and settling in at home.

“Lili is named after her great-grandmother, Her Majesty The Queen, whose family nickname is Lilibet. Her middle name, Diana, was chosen to honor her beloved late grandmother, The Princess of Wales.

“This is the second child for the couple, who also have a two-year-old son named Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor. The Duke and Duchess thank you for your warm wishes and prayers as they  enjoy this special time as a family.”

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Congratulations came pouring in, and Kate and William were among the well-wishers. “We are all delighted by the happy news of the arrival of baby Lili. Congratulations to Harry, Meghan and Archie,” they wrote on their Instagram account.

The little one was first introduced to late Queen Elizabeth Platinum Jubilee Celebration in 2022. Since the Sussexes were in Britain at the time, they decided to throw a picnic party at Frogmore Cottage, their now-former UK home, for Lili’s first birthday. This was the first time for the sweet girl to visit her father’s homeland, which added to the meaningfulness of the event.

Queen Elizabeth was reported to have been in attendance but she refused to take photos with her great-grandchildren. As per The Sun, she banned Harry and Meghan to have a photographer present because she didn’t want any images to be made public. Camilla Tominey, royal expert, claimed one of the reasons was that the Queen had a bloodshot eye.

“Harry and Meghan wanted their photographer to capture the moment Lilibet met the Queen,” an insider told The Sun. “But they were told no chance. It was a private family meeting.”

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William and Kate didn’t attend Lilibet’s birthday party. It was reported that they traveled to Wales together with their three children.

“William and Kate made no effort at all to introduce Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis to [Lili],” royal expert Christopher Andersen told Us Weekly, adding that there is still “a lot of tension” between Harry and Meghan and William and Kate.

After Prince William and Kate Middleton declined the invite to Lilibet’s birthday celebration, one of Meghan’s friends was left quite annoyed.

Garcelle Beauvais, a star on the television show The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, spoke to E! about the fact that the now-Prince and Princess of Wales skipped the birthday bash, branding Kate’s decision as “shady.”

“What’s going on is, ‘What a coincidence, we’re out of town; I’m washing my hair.’ There’s a little shade there,” Beauvais told E!.

“They can’t hold back the flight a couple of hours to meet Lilibet and Archie?”

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Truth be said, family quarrels are never easy on anyone involved, and sadly, the “battle” between Harry and Williams means distancing from their nieces and nephews as well.

Royal biographer Tom Quinn claims Harry is ‘devastated’ about the ongoing family feud.

“We know that Harry’s deepest upset concerns not just his lack of relationship with George, Charlotte and Louis, but also his own children’s lack of a relationship with their cousins,” Quinn told the Mirror.

“Harry and Meghan would love to get round the problem – they would love it if the cousins could meet regularly and have a positive relationship as they grow up, but they cannot see a way to do it while they themselves, Harry and Meghan, are estranged. Harry has said that he hopes the cousins can at least be friends as adults.”

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On June 4, Lilibet turned three and her birthday celebration was rather low-key.

People Magazine reported that the Sussexes invited their closest family and friends, as well as some of Lili’s friends to their Montecito mansion.

Harry and Meghan tend to keep their children out of the spotlight, yet they are said to plan to bring them them on future tours.

“Meghan is acutely aware of what a great look this will be – the charming royal couple with their charming royal children will attract the sort of publicity that Harry and Meghan crave, especially now that they are so determined to be billionaire entrepreneurs,” Quinn told the Mirror.

The royal expert added: “While Harry and Meghan go on with their increasingly prominent royal lives, Kate and William are left floundering and Meghan and Harry know it.”

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During their most recent trip to Nigeria, which angered the members of the Firm because it looked like a royal tour, Meghan engaged in a conversation with some pupils and shared some fun facts about her daughter.

“Interestingly, so our daughter, Lili, she’s much, much tinier than you guys. She’s about to turn three. And a few weeks ago she looked at me and she would just see the reflection in my eyes. And she said ‘Mama, I see me in you’. Oh, now she was talking really, literally,” Meghan said, as per the Mirror.

“But I hung onto those words in a very different way. And I thought, yes, I do see me and you, and you see me and you, but as I look around this room, I see myself in all of you as well.”

The Duchess also revealed that Lilibet’s “favorite class” was “singing and dancing,” most likely because of “all the jumping around.”

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