Over the weekend, the Duchess of Sussex gave royal fans a rare peek into her life with the Duke of Sussex and their two young children, Archie and Lilibet — and the internet can’t stop talking about it.
On October 26, 2025, Meghan Markle shared a short, serene video on Instagram, capturing a cozy fall outing at a rustic pumpkin patch.
Though only seconds long, the video — captioned “Happy Sunday ” — offered a quietly decisive glimpse of family unity and seasonal joy.
Pumpkins, Play, and a Tender Family Walk
In one tender scene from the clip, Meghan and Harry walked beside their son, Archie, through rows of bright orange pumpkins. Meghan rested a protective hand on his shoulder while Harry, in jeans and a gray hoodie, walked a few steps ahead. The overcast sky and rustic path give the moment a cozy, intimate feel.
Then came a sweet moment: Meghan pulled a small wooden wagon loaded with pumpkins, and a smiling Lilibet nestled among them as golden autumn fields and hay bales formed the backdrop. Dressed casually in boots and a quilted jacket, the mother of two radiated warmth in the serene autumn setting.
Fans React and Critics Weigh In
As soon as the video hit several platforms, fans swarmed social media, celebrating the children’s growth while also noticing smaller details. One fan on X wrote, “Archie is getting so big!!” while a second added, “Archie really is his Dad’s mini.”
Others echoed the sentiment, with one saying, “Archie walks like his dad,” and another penning, “Archie is literally a mini Harry down to the clothes.” One person on Facebook noted the resemblance between the children and Harry’s hair color, writing,”The have prince harry red hair [sic],”
While many praised the children’s cuteness and resemblance to their parents, others took issue with what the children were wearing on a chilly autumn day.
One critic wrote, “Strange that Archie doesn’t have shoes on in one photo and Lilibet doesn’t seem to have enough clothes on! MM has on a jacket!”
Another commented, “So Lili is still wearing PJ’s with no coat? Hard to tell if Archie has a coat on. But H&M make sure they are bundled properly [sic].” A third chimed in sharply, “In her pjs yet again. ”
And it wasn’t just the outfits drawing attention. One netizen remarked on Lilibet’s hair, saying, “Her daughter never has her hair combed always looks tangled but Megan always looks nicely combed.. Lol [sic].”
Praise for Meghan and the Children Still Rings Loud
Despite the criticisms, many viewers remained focused on the beauty of the family moment. One fan lovingly declared, “Her hair is beautiful. She has natural highlights .”
The warmth and simplicity of the video offered something rarely seen — a genuine, unstaged family moment. While Fans cherished this glimpse into the Sussex family’s private world, Meghan recently also provided further insight into her daily life.
A Deeper Peek Into Meghan’s Home Life
Days before the pumpkin patch clip, Meghan offered even more insight into her family’s day-to-day life during a special appearance at Godmothers Bookstore in Montecito, California.
During the interview, she reportedly joined author and longtime friend Courtney Adamo — her former Northwestern University sorority sister — for a live conversation celebrating Courtney’s latest book titled, “The Family Home: Inspiring Ideas for a Home Filled with Joy.”
Meghan shared that she starts each day by turning on music throughout the house to set a warm, vibrant tone. “First thing I do when I wake up in the morning is turn the music on in the house,” she reportedly said.
She also revealed her travel must-haves:
“I always travel with a candle. I am so conscious and sensitive to fragrance, and I associate that with home.”
The ‘Rose and Thorn’ Tradition: A Family Ritual Full of Meaning
In a particularly heartwarming moment, Meghan described a simple nightly ritual she and Harry use to connect with their children — the “rose and thorn” practice, which invites them to share the best and most challenging part of their day.
“Our daughter — she’s 4, and she’s a very strong personality and she’s incredible,” Meghan said. “And now she’s in this moment where I say, ‘What’s your rose and your thorn?’ And she goes, ‘My day was just a blast.'”
It’s the kind of tradition that fans rarely hear about — one that offers a deeper look into the values, routines, and emotional landscape of Meghan and Harry’s growing family.
Between the quiet strolls through the pumpkin patch and Meghan’s reflections on motherhood, the Duke and Duchess appear intent on sharing their world on their own terms — away from palaces and press photographers, in a space filled with love, laughter, and simple family rituals.
