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Old 06-12-2021, 01:02 AM
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Yesterday, June 11, the Earl and Countess of Wessex opened the Pre-Preparatory and Music School at Eagle House School, Sandhurst:


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That's where their son used to go isn't it? Nice to be able to do an official engagement for the school.
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57489426


Sophie's been speaking to the BBC about her work with survivors of rape in war. She's also been talking about coping with the loss of Prince Philip, and how the pandemic's made it difficult to provide as much support to the Queen as would be possible in normal times.
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Old 06-16-2021, 05:29 AM
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Here are some photos shared by the Palace:


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** dm article: 'You suddenly realise they're not there': Sophie Wessex breaks down in tears talking about Prince Philip..**
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She and Naga are almost matching.

Very interesting clip I'm looking forward to the full interview. It's such an important cause and I know Sophie has dedicated a number of years to it so it will be great it if gets more coverage.
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This was a really good interview. Sophie seems good at sharing experiences in a way people can relate to and connect with, without over- sharing. Nice mix of subjects covered.
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Old 06-16-2021, 11:20 AM
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Seems to have taken people along time to be aware of how impressive Sophie has always been b ut at least they have arrived now ... so welcome!
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Old 06-16-2021, 11:43 AM
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Seems to have taken people along time to be aware of how impressive Sophie has always been b ut at least they have arrived now ... so welcome!
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I so agree with you , well said.
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Old 06-16-2021, 12:59 PM
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I must admit that I never thought I would see the day that Piers Morgan, Naga Munchetty and Dickie Arbiter say nice things about the Wessex's. Might be a sign of the apocalypse.
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I've managed to listen to the whole thing and it was really good to hear.

I think Sophie is pretty good at talking about her fears and experiences and both acknowledging that a lot of people are feeling the same (lockdown and the death of a loved one - especially in lockdown) and also acknowledging that she is privileged in many ways.

It's also good that she talked about talking to her children about her work on very difficult subjects. There's lots of "talk to your kids about consent" which is great, but it's not always easy.

And she hopes as her daughter gets older that she will have some great friends who won't sell her out to the media.
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Old 06-16-2021, 03:37 PM
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Here's a snippet of the Countess talking about the death of the duke and loss of loved ones in general.

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Old 06-16-2021, 10:24 PM
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I can relate to this when I lost my grandmothers. Was very close to both (closer to them than my parents). I would see or hear something and it would suddenly take me to them and I'd start bawling.
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I thought the interview was outstanding quietly impressive
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Yes, I think Sophie spoke very well. There's quite a bit of talk about "lockdown grief", and the Royals have been through that - they obviously knew that Prince Philip was nearing the end of his life, but, because of the pandemic and restrictions, he wasn't able to see his grandchildren or cousins in person in his last weeks, and he never got to see August or Lucas in the flesh, and that's so very sad. A lot of families have been through the same thing, and it's good to hear Sophie speaking out about it.
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Old 06-22-2021, 06:53 AM
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"Court 5 was officially opened by HRH Sophie, Countess of Wessex. The Countess and Prince Edward live nearby in Bagshot Park, we are hugely grateful for their continued support of Bagshot Tennis Club and our community. Super proud of our Club"


https://twitter.com/BagshotTennis/st...524421/photo/2
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Old 06-23-2021, 11:46 AM
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"Delighted to welcome HRH The Countess of Wessex to the W C Lee’s Almshouses in Windlesham today.She chatted to the Residents, Trustees & guests about the history of the building & the benefits of Almshouses, the refurbishments & extensions that took place during 2020"


https://twitter.com/SLieutenancy/sta...811015/photo/2
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I thought this was an interesting article about Sophie

https://www.inyourarea.co.uk/news/th...ley-done-good/
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Old 06-25-2021, 02:39 AM
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Countess of Wessex yesterday 24 June afternoon received Mr. Abdul Hamid Dabaiba (Prime Minister of Libya), Ms. Najla Mangoush (Libyan Foreign Minister) and Her Majesty's Ambassador to Libya (Mr. Nicholas Hopton.


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Lady Louise was spotted out driving the carriage that belonged to her late grandfather Prince Philip in the grounds of Windsor Castle with her mother Countess of Wessex

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/a...ce-Philip.html
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Lady Louise was spotted out driving the carriage that belonged to her late grandfather Prince Philip in the grounds of Windsor Castle with her mother Countess of Wessex

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/a...ce-Philip.html


It is lovely that one of his grandchildren enjoys carriage driving too. I’m sure it was fun to share that with her and see her grow in the sport.
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