Overview
- On Oct. 23, the Duchess of Sussex joined longtime friend Courtney Adamo for a livestreamed conversation at Godmothers Bookstore in Summerland focused on creating a joyful home.
- She said she greets guests barefoot and in an apron because it “demystifies” her, with warm cider or hot toddies simmering so visitors can serve themselves as music plays.
- Markle described a nightly “rose and thorn” check-in with Archie, 6, and Lilibet, 4, noting her daughter often replies that her day “was just a blast.”
- She highlighted sensory routines that anchor family life, including turning on music first thing each morning, traveling with a portable speaker and a scented candle, and using a gifted “healing blanket” for comfort.
- After the talk, she hosted attendees on the patio and poured Sauvignon Blanc from her As Ever wine line, reinforcing ties to the community bookstore she and Prince Harry supported at its 2024 opening.