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SOFIA FIRST SOLO ENGAGEMENT?

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Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía accompanied their parents, King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, to the last procession of the Holy Week in Madrid on March 30th, 2024.

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Princess Leonor accompanied her parents to the El Patio restaurant in Madrid last week (25-26 March).

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I literally just came home from Norway, and I saw Catherine’s story post.. what were people upset about?

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Block @gran6jhn. Inappropriate blog commenting on Leonor and Sofia.

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Just wanted to pop on here and say I absolutely adore your blog!!! ❤️❤️❤️🥹 Honestly even before I joined tumblr your account was always my first go to to hear more news or updates on the girls. As a university student myself I really value the time you dedicate to your page. So thank you for continuing to be wonderful and posting! ❤️I also just really enjoy being able to fangirl about my favorite royals with others who love them just as much as I.

Aww, this means so much to me! I smiled reading this. 🥺❤️

The past few weeks have been quite busy so I’ve just been on and off here, so I just saw this. 🥺 I will always fan girl over them with you!!!

I am so glad this blog is helpful to you <3 my goal was to be a good resource for at least one person :) so i achieved that now!

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Queen Letizia points something out to her daughter, The Princess of Asturias, as they enter the Throne Room of the Royal Palace of Madrid on January 6th, 2024.

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THE PRINCESS OF ASTURIAS attends the traditional celebration of Pascua Militar at the Royal Palace of Madrid on January 6th, 2024.

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The Spanish Royal Family celebrates Military Easter on January 6th, 2024 in Madrid.

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Princess Leonor joins her parents, King Felipe and Queen Letizia, to the Military Easter celebrations on January 6th, 2024.

The Princess is also debuting her Order of Carlos III sash.

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Hi, happy new year! When it comes to heirs to the throne, who do you think is being better prepared? And what do you think of Leonor’s preparation so far?

Happy New Year to you as well! I'll be honest, I am quite tired so this reply may not be very good, but I tried. I liked this one though. Thanks for asking!

When it comes to heirs to the throne, who do you think is being better prepared?

It is kind of hard to argue which teenage heir is more prepared because each monarchy and country is different, which impacts how each royal family operates. While the Spanish monarchy isn't on its last legs as some believe, they cannot afford easily avoidable controversies (re: the Dutch vacationing in Greece during COVID) nor would pictures of Leonor or Sofía carrying a luxury brand bag be well received by the Spanish public. Each heir has different expectations depending on their country. Amalia doesn't need to enter the military because there's no link between the monarch and the military in the Netherlands, but this is seen as the standard for many monarchies (because of the monarch's role of the military). Also, if the country is typically in favor of their monarchy (re: Norway) then there is also less stress for perfection at a younger age. So because of this it is hard to fully compare until possibly each heir is more "established." That being said... I think if you asked each of the teenage heirs about duty, service and leadership, one of the better answers would come from Leonor.

And what do you think of Leonor’s preparation so far?

Felipe and Letizia have done a wonderful job adjusting Leonor to being a public figure. Though, her circumstances are also different! She bears the name of two foundations that give her an opportunity to hone in some communicative and leadership skills. They have also done little things, such as utilizing their vacations to highlight local communities, since the girls were young to show the girls who they're serving (plus I'm sure having the fam there helps bring in some new visitors for the places!). Some thought Leonor's military training plan was extensive, but it makes sense considering the close ties between not only the monarch and the military, but Spain and its Armed Forces. Leonor may not be ready per se to become Queen right this second, but she surely is becoming a trusted leader in her own right. Before you know it, she'll be just like Felipe and Letizia with a packed agenda!

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♔ The direct line of succession of European Monarchies (as of January 14, 2024)

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The future reigning Kings and Queens of Europe:

♔ Belgium: Crown Princess Elisabeth, the Duchess of Brabant

♔ Denmark: Crown Prince Christian 

♔ Luxembourg: Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume

♔ The Netherlands: Crown Princess Catharina-Amalia, the Princess of Orange

♔ Norway: Crown Prince Haakon

♔ Spain: Crown Princess Leonor, the Princess of Asturias 

♔ Sweden: Crown Princess Victoria

♔ United Kingdom: Prince William, the Prince of Wales

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It is rumored that Princess Leonor’s first tiara appearance will be during the royal visit of King Charles III & Queen Camilla of the United Kingdom to Spain in early 2024.

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2024 Predictions for Leonor and Sofía

first solo engagement for Sofía (likely when she's home for Easter)

Sofía cuts her hair shorter

Felipe and Leonor have their first father-daughter engagement

Casa Real will release a video when Leonor completes her year in Zaragoza

Leonor and Sofía attend the Olympics in Paris

Leonor attends more formal functions

Outfits at the Princess of Girona Awards stirs people

I don't think 2024 will be too busy because Sofía is in Wales & Leonor the military

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Alright, 2023 is nearing its end so I'm going to check back in with my predictions.

Leonor will have 3 solo engagements Leonor will begin military training Sofía will attend UWC Atlantic Official portraits of Leonor will be released for her 18th birthday. Sofía will have her first solo engagement The girls will have many sister engagements over the summer Leonor's 18th birthday will not be as extravagant as Ingrid Alexandra's. It'll likely be a small, private event with the only thing being public are portraits. → she had both public and private celebrations so 50% correct, but also I lowkey think Leonor got a more memorable celebration (its up to personal interpretation) Sofía will have her confirmation in late May and only the immediate family will be present

Seeing these float around, so I'm going to share some of my 2023 predictions for Leonor and Sofía!

Leonor will have 3 solo engagements

Leonor will begin military training

Sofía will attend UWC Atlantic

Official portraits of Leonor will be released for her 18th birthday

Sofía will have her first solo engagement

The girls will have many sister engagements over the summer

Leonor's 18th birthday will not be as extravagant as Ingrid Alexandra's. It'll likely be a small, private event with the only thing being public are portraits.

Sofía will have her confirmation in late May and only the immediate family will be present

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Wow, 2023 really was such a big year for Leonor and Sofía! I didn’t realise how many times we saw them until you did that summary. Hoping they both continue to grow in their roles in 2024.

They were seen the most this year for sure! I’m not sure how much we will see Sofía in 2024, but I am assuming we will see Leonor decently with military related events.

But overall what an awesome 2023 for them!! Each girls had such big milestones this year 🥺 A special year for both of them for sure.