Meghan Markle has delighted fans by sharing a treasure trove of previously unseen photographs in celebration of her and Prince Harry's seventh wedding anniversary. Taking to Instagram, the Duchess of Sussex shared an image of a notice board that chronicles their "love story", featuring candid holiday snaps, moments from Meghan's pregnancy, and rare glimpses of their little ones, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
In a heartfelt caption accompanying the post, Meghan, 43, expressed her gratitude: "Seven years of marriage. A lifetime of stories. Thanks to all of you (whether by our side, or from afar) who have loved and supported us throughout our love story - we appreciate you. Happy anniversary!", along with a love heart emoji.
Harry, 40, and Meghan tied the knot seven years ago in a fairytale ceremony at Windsor Castle. They stepped back from Royal duties less than two years later and set up home in California. Now, life looks quite different for the Sussexes. Meghan has ventured into the world of lifestyle entrepreneurship with her brand As Ever, and she's recently made a return to Instagram, offering followers a peek into her idyllic life in Montecito, reports the Mirror. Meanwhile, Harry is now focusing on his charitable endeavours.
According to former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond, many things might have changed for the couple - but one thing remains. She told the Mirror: "There’s a silly old saying about the seven-year itch, but, to my eye, Harry and Meghan look as solid a couple as ever. Who knows what really goes on inside a marriage? But unless the two of them are putting on one hell of an act, they remain very much in love and extremely supportive of one another.
"It also seems quite extraordinary that it's only seven years since Meghan walked up that aisle and took her place in the Royal Family. It was a day filled with love and hope, and she seemed to represent exactly what a modern monarchy needed. So much has happened since that day - and most of it makes very depressing reading."
"However, it seems to me that one thing has remained unchanged - and that is the love they apparently felt for one another almost from the moment they met.
"And for those who, like me, knew Harry a little when he was much younger and have watched him grow up and then despaired of all he has said and written, it is at least a comfort to think that he has found his own happiness.
"When they started out, Meghan was very much the apprentice – learning the royal ropes, with Harry as her mentor. Now they have two very separate paths, but that can be good for a marriage: each doing what they know and excel at and coming home with lots to talk about with a supportive partner who can help test out ideas. Lots of couples are stronger for having different careers or interests."
