Kate Middleton video: Princess of Wales says she has completed chemotherapy in touching family video
Catherine, The Princess of Wales, has shared in a personal video "what a relief" it is to have completed her preventative chemotherapy treatment. She added that "the last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family."
Kate, 42, said she will focus on her health but that she will attend some public engagements when she can. She said that this experience has taught her "life can change in an instant" and has reminded her to "reflect and be grateful for the simple yet important things in life".
She hopes to attend the cenotaph with her family for Remembrance Day but will not be joining Prince William in November during the future King's Earthshot Prize awards in South Africa, according to Palace sources.
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The video message, filmed in August in Norfolk, includes appearances from Prince William and the couple's three children: George, 10, Princess Charlotte, nine and Prince Louis, five. Kate Middleton's full message can be read below.
The message in full from The Princess of Wales:
"As the summer comes to an end, I cannot tell you what a relief it is to have finally completed my chemotherapy treatment. The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life as you know it can change in an instant and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and road unknown.
"The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you. With humility, it also brings you face to face with your own vulnerabilities in a way you have never considered before, and with that, a new perspective on everything.
"This time has above all reminded William and me to reflect and be grateful for the simple yet important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted. Of simply loving and being loved.
"Doing what I can to stay cancer free is now my focus. Although I have finished chemotherapy, my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes. I am however looking forward to being back at work and undertaking a few more public engagements in the coming months when I can.
"Despite all that has gone before, I enter this new phase of recovery with a renewed sense of hope and appreciation of life. William and I are so grateful for the support we have received and have drawn great strength from all those who are helping us at this time. Everyone’s kindness, empathy and compassion has been truly humbling.
"To all those who are continuing their own cancer journey – I remain with you, side by side, hand in hand. Out of darkness, can come light, so let that light shine bright."