Rebecca Turner, a 30-year-old woman fighting stage three melanoma cancer, expressed her gratitude for the recent visit of King Charles III to the Priscilla Bacon Lodge at the N&N Hospital. According to Rebecca, the visit lifted her spirits, as the King was down to earth and spent more time with her and her family than she expected. During their conversation, the King asked Rebecca about her diagnosis and her satisfaction with the lodge. Rebecca also shared a joke with him about her favorite treat at the lodge, a Baileys from the alcohol trolley.
One of the highlights of the visit for Rebecca was the opportunity for her four-year-old daughter, Arielle, to meet a royal. Arielle even presented the King with a handmade crown, which received national media coverage. Rebecca remarked that such experiences are rare and she wanted her daughter to have the opportunity. Rebecca believes that moments like these are particularly important for those who are away from home and their families.
The visit by King Charles III on Thursday was a significant occasion for those present, as it was his first official visit to the city since his coronation. Rebecca expressed her belief that moments like these help to lift the spirits of those who may feel isolated from their homes and families. She also emphasized the King’s down-to-earth nature and how spending time with him made her feel supported and cared for during her battle with cancer. Overall, Rebecca was grateful for the visit and the positive impact it had on her and her family.
