Earl and Countess of Wessex and Family Current Events 7: January-December 2013

[roseroyal]

Had this link for a few months, but it didn't work, I could only view frst pics, rest was blank, I kept checking it from time to time, even several days ago, and all of a sudden it works.
Enjoy, these are great, I recommend opening each pic in new window, as they are huge!
Kingfisher School Oldham - Royal Visit - Welcome to our School

And some nice article:
St Albans woman meets Countess of Wessex - News - Herts Advertiser

First- Seeing Sophie with special kids never gets old. She would have been a wonderful special education teacher.
Second- Wonderful picture. And what an inspiring story!

 

[Dman]

Martin ‏@MartinRoyalUK 54m
Prince Edward and Sophie are advertising for a new Private Secretary.

Earl & Countess of Wessex advertise for new Private Secretary - Earl & Countess of Wessex advertise for new Private Secretary | Royal Central

 

[Molly2101]

I noticed this as well. I am sure John will be missed by Edward and Sophie as he has been with them for a long time, but he probably feels he has worked long enough!

 

[Dman]

Martin ‏@MartinRoyalUK 40m
An interview with Prince Edward is to be broadcast on Classic FM on 4th October as part of the Windsor Festival, celebrating HM's coronation

Classic FM to broadcast Coronation Special with HRH The Earl of Wessex-
http://www.classicfm.com/music-news/latest-news/coronation-special-news/

Coronation Special with The Earl of Wessex' will be broadcast on Friday 4th October from 8pm-10pm.

 

[iceflower]

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On September 23 the Earl of Wessex has re-opened Liverpool Central Library, he has opened the University Technical College in Wigan and visited Wigan Youth Zone and he has opened St. Catherine's Health Centre in Birkenhead, Cheshire.



** Pic 1 ** Pic 2 ** Pic 3 **


** wigan.net: A Prince among Wiganers **


** wirralglobe.co.uk: Earl of Wessex opens new Wirral health centre **


** liverpoolecho.co.uk: Earl of Wessex opens Liverpool's Central Library **

 

[Molly2101]

Thanks for the links. It seems Edward's quirky tie choice has landed him in hot water after this engagement.

Campaigners hit out at Prince Edward's TIE because it features pictures of bullfighting

 

[annaelfka]

Thanks for the links. It seems Edward's quirky tie choice has landed him in hot water after this engagement.

Campaigners hit out at Prince Edward's TIE because it features pictures of bullfighting

omg, it's not like he is bullfighting, it's just a funny tie, and we all know how he likes funny ties...

 

[NGalitzine]

Thanks for the links. It seems Edward's quirky tie choice has landed him in hot water after this engagement.

Campaigners hit out at Prince Edward's TIE because it features pictures of bullfighting

Honestly. I think some people just look for reasons to be offended.

 

[annaelfka]

Honestly. I think some people just look for reasons to be offended.

Meaning he wore this, to be offended?
He just loves fancy ties, another one:
All sizes | HRH The Earl of Wessex at the Killyleagh Outdoor Education Centre | Flickr - Photo Sharing!
DM should get a life. As well as other people.

 

[NGalitzine]

Meaning he wore this to be offended?
He just loves fancy ties, another one:
All sizes | HRH The Earl of Wessex at the Killyleagh Outdoor Education Centre | Flickr - Photo Sharing!
DM should get a life. As well as other people.

No, meaning other people saw the tie and decided to make an issue out of it/ be offended. Very silly.

 

[annaelfka]

Ah, well DM certainly loves to make a stir out of nothing.

 

[bertie5252003]

Storm in a teacup ... nonsense...

 

[annaelfka]

1 more pic of Sophie from Fashion matters gala:
London College of Fashion - University of Arts London
scroll down, there is a gallery with few pics.

 

[Molly2101]

Edward has always worn quirky ties. It's a way that men can express their personality, as women can wear fancy dresses and carry lovely bags etc. Men make do with quirky ties, AND I reckon some of them are bound to be gifts from Sophie or his kids. They are hilarious ties sometimes.

Thanks for the link, Anna. Sophie's dress is amazing.

 

[annaelfka]

Sadly, I think this:
23rd October 2013
The Countess of Wessex
President, Girlguiding, will open the new Residential Lodge, Somermead, Snipefield Lane, Wedmore, Somerset
Patron, the Two Moors Festival, will attend a Festival Concert, at the Cathedral Church of St. Peter, The Cloisters, Exeter, Devon.
President, National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, will visit the Service Centre, Guild Heritage House, Braggs Lane, Old Market, Bristol.
..... rules out Sophie from being a Godmather, as Prince George's christening will take place exactly on that day

 

[Molly2101]

That's a bummer! This was arranged much earlier than the date for George's christening, so they could perhaps be rearranged. I would have thought, even if she wasn't a godparent, that she would have at least attended. It's a Wednesday as well, so it rules out Louise and James going as well. Bummer!

 

[cepe]

Sadly, I think this:
23rd October 2013
The Countess of Wessex
President, Girlguiding, will open the new Residential Lodge, Somermead, Snipefield Lane, Wedmore, Somerset
Patron, the Two Moors Festival, will attend a Festival Concert, at the Cathedral Church of St. Peter, The Cloisters, Exeter, Devon.
President, National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, will visit the Service Centre, Guild Heritage House, Braggs Lane, Old Market, Bristol.
..... rules out Sophie from being a Godmather, as Prince George's christening will take place exactly on that day

Actually it doesn't. If you look back thru the history of royal christenings, not all the godparents were present. This is a role for life, not just the christening itself.

However, IMO Sophie is unlikely to be a godparent as she isn't very close to the couple.

 

[Molly2101]

That is true; sometimes someone stands "by proxy" for the godparent. I would think that anyone who is chosen as George's godparent WILL attend though. It's big press in this day and age.

She is relatively close to the couple. They obviously have other close friends and family, but it is traditional to choose family members and Sophie was a choice by lots of people. Now that she has engagements though, it is unlikely she is one of them.

 

[annaelfka]

Actually it doesn't. If you look back thru the history of royal christenings, not all the godparents were present. This is a role for life, not just the christening itself.

And that is weird imo. I agree with Molly, there is always a chance for rearragmenent, but it's highly unlikely. I was really hoping she would be chose. Because of her special bond with children...
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?...63733206979747_285452354_n.jpg&size=2048,1360

 

[annaelfka]

Press Photographer Oldham | Press Photographer Lancashire

 

[roseroyal]

Press Photographer Oldham | Press Photographer Lancashire

Sophie and children is a combination that never gets old. Love the photos of Her with S., M, and E. Lump in the throat stuff. Sophie needs to do am engagement with actor Robert Hardy, who also has a special way with special kids. Like tomorrow. I can only imagine the magic and love that would occur..... All those babies, RH will not want to leave. Will start saving tissues. Will need lots.

 

[Tiggersk8]

Press Photographer Oldham | Press Photographer Lancashire

Those pics of Sophie in the NICU always makes me wonder if she ever has moments of remembering when it was Louise in one of incubators and she was one of these beyond terrified Parents when she has a day like this one. I know I have flashbacks to my own medical battles whenever I get a whiff of the hospital disinfectant, so I can only imagine what goes through Sophie's mind when she visits NICUs. OTOH, she's also one of a very few people who can say to these Parents, "I know what you are going through." and it's not her being patronizing. She really does know what they're going through.

Love that she put on that necklace right away. What a moment Sophie gave that little Sweetheart.

 

[roseroyal]

Those pics of Sophie in the NICU always makes me wonder if she ever has moments of remembering when it was Louise in one of incubators and she was one of these beyond terrified Parents when she has a day like this one. I know I have flashbacks to my own medical battles whenever I get a whiff of the hospital disinfectant, so I can only imagine what goes through Sophie's mind when she visits NICUs. OTOH, she's also one of a very few people who can say to these Parents, "I know what you are going through." and it's not her being patronizing. She really does know what they're going through.

Love that she put on that necklace right away. What a moment Sophie gave that little Sweetheart.

She must, and that is what makes her ideal for such visits. She can relate to parents, without being patronizing. She has been there, done that.

 

[annaelfka]

Lovely article about Sophie
http://www.mississauga.com/community-story/4130751-lakeview-senior-receives-royal-birthday-card/

Anyone here that subscribes this paper?
http://www.thesundaytimes.co.uk/sto...e1320605.ece?CMP=OTH-gnws-standard-2013_09_28
"Edward and Sophie map out future at head of Edinburgh awards"
Because to read full article you have to subscribe.

Mark Skipper ‏@MarkSkipperDL 16h Lovely visit from Earl and Countess of Wessex to Midsummer Night's Dream @northernballet at Woking.

 

[Molly2101]

Those pics of Sophie in the NICU always makes me wonder if she ever has moments of remembering when it was Louise in one of incubators and she was one of these beyond terrified Parents when she has a day like this one. I know I have flashbacks to my own medical battles whenever I get a whiff of the hospital disinfectant, so I can only imagine what goes through Sophie's mind when she visits NICUs. OTOH, she's also one of a very few people who can say to these Parents, "I know what you are going through." and it's not her being patronizing. She really does know what they're going through.

Love that she put on that necklace right away. What a moment Sophie gave that little Sweetheart.

I agree with this completely. Sophie is obviously able to relate to the parents. There was a visit in 2005 when she spoke about remembering Louise in the SCBU (NICU) and how small they look, but then they grow so quickly. I imagine she says similar things anytime she visit SCBU's and speaks to their parents. It's lovely to know that she can relate to them and say that Louise is now coming 10 years old and they grow so quickly you almost forget they were that small.

Thanks for the article link, Anna. What a lovely gesture from Sophie and to have the card signed by herself is lovely as their letters are normally from their ladies-in-waiting. Nice to see them at the ballet as well. I would love to go to the baller as often as they do!

 

[roseroyal]

Lovely article about Sophie
Lakeview senior receives royal birthday card

Anyone here that subscribes this paper?
Edward and Sophie map out future at head of Edinburgh awards | The Sunday Times
"Edward and Sophie map out future at head of Edinburgh awards"
Because to read full article you have to subscribe.

Mark Skipper ‏@MarkSkipperDL 16h Lovely visit from Earl and Countess of Wessex to Midsummer Night's Dream @northernballet at Woking.

The birthday card story was lovely. Made the man's day. Any pictures of the ballet? Can I just add, that while I have no doubt that Sophie visits baby units, because she can relate to the parents, she also does it because she is a selfless, loving human being.

 

[annaelfka]

Any pictures of the ballet?

Hi, I asked, but as he kindly responded, it was private visit in the morning hours, so no pics. I understand that they need their privacy on some different occasions. So it's a good thing I guess that they didn't take any pics.

 

[Molly2101]

It was likely a little date for them. Gotta keep the fire alight! I am jesting of course, but it probably was an afternoon out for them together. I think it's right that no one took any photos. They are lucky enough to have anonymity

 

[Tiggersk8]

I agree with this completely. Sophie is obviously able to relate to the parents. There was a visit in 2005 when she spoke about remembering Louise in the SCBU (NICU) and how small they look, but then they grow so quickly. I imagine she says similar things anytime she visit SCBU's and speaks to their parents. It's lovely to know that she can relate to them and say that Louise is now coming 10 years old and they grow so quickly you almost forget they were that small.

Thanks for the article link, Anna. What a lovely gesture from Sophie and to have the card signed by herself is lovely as their letters are normally from their ladies-in-waiting. Nice to see them at the ballet as well. I would love to go to the baller as often as they do!

SCBU? I know it more than likely means the same as Neo Natal Intensive Care Unit, but first time I've seen the term. Hard to believe it's almost 10 years since that scary night when both Sophie and Louise nearly died. Thank God we'll all be celebrating that day in a month or so instead of marking the Anniversary what could have been a beyond tragic event.

What a wonderful story and gift from Sophie. Loved his reply about why it's not such a bad thing to have lost a leg, but the again, he's also a member of a very special Generation who very much dealt w/it and just got on w/things. They haven't been named The Greatest Generation for nothing.

 

[LauraS3514]

I agree with this completely. Sophie is obviously able to relate to the parents. There was a visit in 2005 when she spoke about remembering Louise in the SCBU (NICU) and how small they look, but then they grow so quickly. I imagine she says similar things anytime she visit SCBU's and speaks to their parents. It's lovely to know that she can relate to them and say that Louise is now coming 10 years old and they grow so quickly you almost forget they were that small.

I remember when I heard of Sophie and Louise's emergency it took me back to when my daughter was born at only 30 weeks and 1300g. It's really scary. As far as royals , The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester can also relate: their son Alexander Earl of Ulster was born two months prematurely in 1974 - at a time when such births were far less likely to have good outcomes.