She may be a princess who lives in a palace, butKate Middletonis just like parents everywhere when it comes to what really matters.

“The theme of Children’s Hospice Week this year is ‘Life’s Short’ and I am touched that children and young people are sharing what they love most in life and reminding us of how precious time is for everyone,” added Kate, who is patron ofEast Anglia’s Children’s Hospices.

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She’s also known to regularly escape the bustle of London to enjoy the clean air and vibrant woods near her parents’ home in Bucklebury withPrince GeorgeandPrincess Charlotte, so that the royal children can feel the dirt on their hands and the mud on their wellies. In the future, littlePrince Louiswill join his siblings on their jaunts across the fields of Royal Berkshire, too.

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Together with husbandPrince William, Kate also makes full use of the extensive grounds at the family’s rural retreat in Anmer Hall, which is set within the even greater rural expanse ofthe Queen’s Sandringham estate in Norfolk.

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And the royal family was all smiles atPrince HarryandMeghan Markle‘sroyalwedding last weekend. Kate enjoyed seeing George and Charlotte in the spotlight as a page boy and bridesmaid, thoughnewborn Prince Louis stayed homeon Saturday.

“She and William were saying how thrilled they were to have their children there taking part,” aroyal wedding guest tells PEOPLE.

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“By supporting Children’s Hospice Week we can help them spread joy and positivity across the U.K., encouraging everyone to make the most of moments that matter.”

She continued, “Together we can champion the vital role that children’s hospices play in helping seriously ill children and families to have more precious moments.”

source: people.com