Inside Meghan Markle's 'peaceful' 2019 Christmas with Archie in Canada before royal departure

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Meghan Markle was spotted sharing laughs and joyful moments with her son Archie. The Duchess of Sussex has been predominantly based in America during the festive seasons, but in 2019 they enjoyed a Canadian Christmas.

Harry, Meghan, and little Archie spent Thanksgiving and Christmas tucked away in a Vancouver Island hideaway.

Their heartwarming Canadian holiday was captured in footage for their Netflix series, showing Archie beaming as he played in the snow. Notably, Meghan pulled Archie through the crisp, white backdrop in a charming red sled, marking his first sleigh experience at only six months old.

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He was adorably attired in a Mini Boden Panda snowsuit, while Meghan exuded style in a chic parka, slender black jeans, brown boots, and a snug hat.

Reflecting on their time in Canada in the documentary, Meghan expressed her fondness for the serene retreat, stating, "I just loved being there. It was just so peaceful. You could breathe for a minute."

Their brief respite preceded the couple's bombshell announcement to step back from Royal duties, reports the Mirror US.

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A video featuring Archie and Meghan has made a comeback following the Duchess of Sussex's revelations about her Christmas plans this year. While hosting a special dinner for Afghan women who have settled in California with assistance from the Welcome Project, Meghan shared insights with Marie Claire, saying, "At first, I think as a mom with children you're just enjoying having them there, but they're not understanding everything that's happening yet. But now we're at the age where I just can't wait to see it through their lens every year."

She also mentioned that her family enjoys a variety of festive activities, "Like any other family you spend time having a great meal and then what do you do? Play games, all the same stuff," she said.

Additionally, Meghan disclosed that she and Harry have established their own holiday traditions for Archie and Lilibet, which include sharing Thanksgiving recipes and leaving out carrots for Santa's reindeer on Christmas Eve.

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