Quen Camilla hosts a 7-year-old blind girl and her Coronation teddy bear for tea at Windsor Castle.Photo:Jonathan Brady/Getty
Jonathan Brady/Getty
Queen Camillawelcomed two very special guests for tea!
On Tuesday, the Queen, 76, shared highlights onInstagramfrom a tea party she hosted at Windsor Castle last week for a 7-year-old blind girl named Olivia. Olivia also brought along her beloved coronation teddy bear, fittingly named Corrie.
“🧸 Olivia’s Coronation teddy bear Corrie, who travels with her everywhere, was a guest of honour,” the message continued.
According to the post, Olivia was diagnosed with a large brain tumor at 17 months of age, which caused permanent blindness. “Since her diagnosis, Olivia has been receiving regular treatment, including chemotherapy. However, none of this has curbed her infectious enthusiasm or love of singing,” the royal family added.
“Happy Christmas Olivia — and thank you for all the joy you bring! ♥️,” concluded the post, which also featured a series of photos from the royal tea party.
In one image, Olivia could be seen introducing her bear to Camilla. Another captured the young girl holding a stuffed Corgi toy while she and the Queen happily chatted away.
Queen Camilla and Olivia chat during the tea party.Jonathan Brady/Getty
The clip also captured Camilla asking Olivia about her favorite foods. “Hmm… I think one of them is cookies,” Olivia replied with a giggle.
Upon hearing that, Camilla sprang into action. “Cookies! Let’s see if we can find a special cookie for you,” she said, looking over the tea table spread and spotting a confection made especially for Olivia.
In another charming moment, the Queen helped Olivia experience her very first sip of tea. She poured out a cup and handed it to the little girl, who proceeded to drink away without pause.
“That is proper tea. Still going,” Camilla joked as Olivia sipped and sipped.
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Camilla also treated the little ones to a special surprise — a visit from Santa Claus and his reindeer Dancer and Blitzen. In avideoshared on the Royal Family’s Instagram page, Camilla could be seen greeting her young guests, handing out treats and small trinkets, and posing for a photo with Santa.
The decorating party is an annual tradition for Camilla, who is the patron of both charities.
source: people.com
