Meghan, like so many little kids dream of, found her prince.

A fairytale, really.

That year is up, and Harry and Meghan are now permanently on their own.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at a royal wedding

So what’s their life going to look like?

Here’s everything you better know, because Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s lives are drastically different now.

The news is always controlled, and the image is always perfect.

Prince Harry talking to fans

So what’s the big deal?

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Either way, Harry and Meghan are in control of what they say and when they say it.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wearing red outfits

Prince Harry has to give up his honorary military appointments

This drastic change hurts quite a bit.

This isn’t something that Harry is happy about, according to royal expert Charlie Lankston.

“And that, I think, is going to be what really hurts him the most.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle riding in a car

Having to give up the titles he worked so hard to get in the first place.”

This drastic change really sucks for him.

It’s a big responsibility!

Meghan Markle speaking at a podium

Leave it to the Harry Walker Agency to smooth everything over.

After all, they represent a number of A-list people including Barack and Michelle Obama and Stacey Abrams.

Their hair is neat, their clothes are tailored, and their makeup is perfect.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle under an umbrella

For example, royal women are required to hold their purses firmly in their left hand.

Nail polish that’s anything other than nude or light pink is strictly forbidden.

Dresses and skirts are always preferred over pants, and they must be a ladylike length.

Meghan Markle smiling at Prince Harry

So bust out your jeans and red nail polish, Meghan.

Honestly, we can’t wait to see it.

And as far as their nonprofits and organizations are concerned, Harry and Meghan have already amended accordingly.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at a ceremony

And if you’ve been paying an ounce of attention, you know that theroyals live pretty lavish lifestyles.

They also paid back all the taxpayer money that was used to renovate their England residence, Frogmore Cottage.

So where’s their money coming from?

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at an event

A Netflix deal, for starters, and who knows what business ventures the power couple will pursue next.

Harry and Meghan’s financial independence may have made things awkward for the royals though.

Someone get Meghan some slippers stat.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with baby Archie

Well prepared to be surprised, because the former president weighed in on the couple’s changing security detail.

So what did the couple do to launch their podcast?

And to be honest, a lot can be interpreted fromroyal jewelryselections.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle looking to the side

Meghan Markle only wore a tiara once as a senior royal, and that was on her wedding day.

Want an even more obscure rule?

Royals aren’t allowed to sign body parts for fear of handwriting forgery.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle walking and smiling

What wild times we live in.

It leaves feelings hurt, egos bruised, and relationships in tatters.

Things also aren’t exactly peachy between Harry and the other royals.

Meghan Markle on her wedding day

Will the bonds between them ever heal?

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle addressing fans

Members of the British royal family