Prince Edward and Sophie’s special bond that keeps the romance alive inside marriage

ok.co.uk:

Prince Edward and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, are considered to have one of the most solid royal marriages of recent generations, and during their official tour of Southern Asia earlier this month, they said they were still “best friends” after 25 years as husband and wife.The couple, who married at St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle in summer 1999, say their relationship is built on a lot of humour, support and an unwavering dedication to royal service.

And with Edward’s 61st birthday coming up on 10 March, he will no doubt receive more carefully-crafted yet genuine words of adoration from Sophie, his “rock”, although unlike last year, they will likely be delivered in private.

Last March, Sophie surprised her “darling husband” Edward with a gushing speech to mark his 60th and she shared with her audience – including her husband – all the reasons she was “so proud of the man he is” and why they make such a good team.

However, former royal correspondent Jennie Bond tells OK! the formidable pair will likely enjoy a “low-key” celebration this time around. “I rather doubt they go in for flashy presents on routine birthdays,” she says. “They’ve both spoken recently about how their life together is full of laughter and humour, so a jokey gift might well be on its way to Edward.