You are missing only one being and everything is depopulated. On September 8, 2022, Queen Elizabeth II took her last breath at Balmoral Castle. A disappearance which shocked members of the royal family including Zara Tindall. In a rare interview with the magazine The Australian Women’s Weekly, revealed this Monday, December 4, the wife of ex-rugby player Mike Tindall spoke openly about the death of her dear grandmother. Although time passes, mourning remains difficult for Princess Anne’s daughter. “When you have someone who has a huge influence in your life, it leaves a void”she first confided with great emotion.
If she considers herself lucky to have been able to enjoy the late Queen Elizabeth II for so long, Zara Tindall is also happy to know that her children were able to enjoy the latter for a time. “It’s incredible to know that our children, his great-grandchildren, experienced his influence.”, she declared tenderly. And to add: “Lucas doesn’t remember, but the girls (Mia Grace and Lena Elizabeth, editor’s note) remember it a lot“, said Zara Tindall. And for good reason, the couple and their children have often shared precious moments with Elizabeth II. “She was an integral part of our vacations and our family moments”, recalled Mike Tindall in turn during this same interview. Memories that are forever engraved in their memories.
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Zara Tindall: this passion she shared with her grandmother Elizabeth II
A passion that has been passed down from generation to generation. During this moving interview, Zara Tindall opened up about the interest in horse riding she shared with her grandmother. The one who became a distinguished rider has always been able to count on the unfailing support of Elizabeth II. “When I rode horses, she came to see me and supported me. She knew very well what was happening in my career as I was growing up”, she confided with a certain gratitude. And to add: “It was truly his joy to be with the horses. You have to see her true passion and love for horses and that side of her.”
During this confidence, the cousin of princes Harry and William revealed a tender memory of her grandmother. “I remember often being around horses when we went to see her. She rode horses and grandfather also took care of the horseswhether it’s polo or carriage driving.”, she said with a touch of nostalgia. Precious moments that are now dear to him.
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