A Blog For The Awesome T.T. by Sophie Cox-O'Shaughnessy

Couldn't believe it...!

Though, only found out just last night.  

Becos,...

Well, (due to the dreaded curse: Section 21. ...)

I am, continuing, trying to find another place to move to and keep my current job as well as maintain my sanity, at the moment. 

Anyway, I am, I admit, devastated, to say the least.

What an Icon.  Though, as a survivor of domestic violence, I, personally, found Tina Turner, to be a true trail blazer, inspiration and needless to say such an amazing artist to continue to be inspired by.

Also, suffering great loss, though finding solace in practicing the seeking of peace through meditation, I, along with, the whole world, I guess, related to her.

Thank you Tina!

Also, thank you for 'strutting your stuff' up on high rigs, on stage, and giving the stagehands the said challenge.  I have always thought that So Awesome.

So, I have had this album: (see following pic )

For forever, it seems.

It has always given me solace, comfort, strength and inspired and, as I am listening to it again, right now, continues to do so.

What a trooper! What an amazing woman! What a talented artist!

Rest In Peace Tina Turner.  

On your spiritual journey onwards, I wish you peace to you and yours Always.

And Thanks again!

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#InspiredByTinaTurner

#Singer

#MusicTeacher

#Artist

#AndLastButByNoMeansLeast:

#ASurvivorOfDomesticViolence

(Regardless whether a, pathetic, not even a mother and, inexperienced/straight from "graduation", social worker believes me or not!: 

I quote: When asked for an example of the domestic violence I experienced: "Oh, I don't believe he would do something like that.")

#ThankYouCounsellorValerieWiseForYourSupportFromYearsAgoAndNowAlso

*Photography: c. Copyright S. Cox-O'Shaughnessy 2023

THANK YOU Tina Turner!

 

A Blog For My Mum by Sophie Cox-O'Shaughnessy

It has come to my attention...

I don't see how the following could be offensive as or go against community guidelines.

My blog sometimes pertains to my own personal circumstances and surely my own freedom of speech, by it not being published, or taken down from my accessable blog articles is a breach of my freedom of speech.

Therefore, with the recent addition of a song in video form dedicated to my Mum also I have presented it again herefrom:

UPDATE

'For You, Mum!'

I know my Mum's watching over me. 

I just thought I would share these photos from a personal and dedicated 'busk' to my Mum.  

Right from a very young age my Mum always supported me: making costumes, cheering me on and encouraging me, dance, singing lessons etc..

21/05/2021 Chorley, UK

Oh, yes, I can affirm I live by a bridge - 

It's not 'London Bridge', although, it might be connected to London; Move on Harry Potter train connection fiction!

 In regards, to my prior post,

I am making the first, 'definitely maybe', of a series of respectful posts:

Dedication/Obituary

First of all,

my dear,

belated Mother,

Brenda Mary Cox 

(27/01/1944 - 26/04/2021)

Brenda Mary,  a Civil Servant, an English Teacher, a singer in a choir and a guide of a temple of a one world faith as a one God, world religion the Baha'i faith (do your research, look it up: Baha'i.org etc.), a Mother who raised four children and adults, a Grandmother of three grandchildren, a Life Model, a Tupperware Sales Assistant, a Factory Worker, an Opare (in France) a  Nurse, a Musician (Grade 8 Piano), a Poet (in print), Christian, a Catholic, an Amdram Contributor for SAOS (Singer/Dancer), my Coach/Costume Artist/Artist Advisor etc. and so much more, to the best of my knowledge

A song for my Mum at this vigil:

https://youtu.be/71rP-N5igcE

Thank you so much for being my Mum, Rest in Peace, Love you with all of my heart Forever ❤️

In other news, personally, working in service:

work is worship (according to the Baha'i faith) and Jesus: 'all that I do, all that I am, all that I'll ever be, I offer up to you', whatever it is;

Thank you God: Christian, Baha'i,  Buddhist, Jainism, all other religions/faiths/ethos that consider and promote peace, oneness of God, humanity is one, non-violence, etc, including Mother Earth

love and peace,

Sophie Cox-O'Shaughnessy

Photography copyright c. Sophie Cox-O'Shaughnessy 2021

Let's Get A Move On! What! By Sophie Cox-O'Shaughnessy

Update

There was a comment! on my video.

Therefore, the following is my response (Heretofore, copy and pasted, for your convenience).

"Yes, Mr "Goove" Better get a Move on! 

Oh, it's only 3 years on From when the issue was first raised (2019 Promises, promises)!

However, for people already given the Section 21. the recent news, if any news media is to be believed, that states Mr Gove ...

(evidently pronounced Goove To try to inspire him to pull his finger out basically Because it rythmes with move So Gosh Get a move on Goove!)

...has hope's that it will become law by the end of the year, it's no good for us!

Therefore, I propose a solution Mr Goove

Becos, the good people's, of Britain, arse is on the line

So

Get your end out

and, get it done Yesterday!"

Ease for article reference:-

https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-politics-65612842

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Okay!

So today also is the religious celebration of the new King, Charles the Third

In re. to my attire, even so, I like violet, lavender and purple etc., there isn't any 'intended' message etc. meant here

However, anyway, I wish every good will to The King, following Queen Elizabeth the II - the (military) processions etc. were amazing BTW !

As a fan of the equine species, personally, I think they performed brilliantly.

And, as I attained my Level 2. in Equine Care, City and Guilds, as a result of acquiring a scholarship at Myerscough College in order to do so:

Please, at least, allow a comment:-

Anyhows, apparently, in other matters,...

in, ahem Dare I say, the dirty word, 'politics'... ?!

I'm informed, from a source, I cannot disclose, obvs., at this moment in time, the following:

Labour would be all set to ban the Section 21..

Therefore, I am showing this, coping mechanism, video: that demonstrates such:

So Help Me God

NB. (No animals were harmed in the making of this video.)

#Artist  #LoveAndPeace

Video Credits to Terry, one of my many, very, good, neighbour friend(s) of mine !

{NB One Take Video Recording Ahaaa!}

( https://youtube.com/shorts/ntglZu9adOo?feature=share )

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Sophie Cox-O'Shaughnessy: Upcoming gig in Preston UK

The Talent of Preston 

I am very pleased to announce that I shall be  performing at this event (See the following link) here in Preston, a place I have made my home for more than twenty years now.

Due to an unforeseen change of circumstances in regards to my "living quarters" I have booked the most latter date so I can focus on moving house and hopefully stay in the Preston area.

I shall give you a clue though:  

Put September in your diary though folks!

https://www.spacehive.com/best-of-preston 

#Artist #SingerSongwriter #ArtIsWork

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Happy Easter By Sophie Cox-O'Shaughnessy

 Hoppy Easter!

The Easter Bunny is in town! 

Here, I am, sporting my Bunny Busker suit, for this Easter weekend. 

Lovin' the chance captured sunlight effect!

Enjoy!

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#Artist #Musician #Bunnylicious #Selfie #EasterBlessings

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https://handeldoesit.blogspot.com/2017/07/action-for-children-fundraising-busking.html

https://handeldoesit.blogspot.com/2017/06/fundraising-busking-mini-tour.html

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* Photography c. Copyright S. Cox-O'Shaughnessy

Happy World Theatre Day By Sophie Cox-O'Shaughnessy

 *

So, who is this lady that posts a blog via one of her inspirations, the composer

Obvs., Handel (I mean who doesn't use a username these days - might as well make it public!) 

Aka HandelDoesItEtc. !

And, * here's a profile pic. to prove it !

I mean aren't They The Necessity, these days: The Profile Pic.!

Please Enjoy !

 Hey!

Happy World Theatre Day!

Only Been Teaching Musical Theatre, On THIS Day, today !

( Aside: "Woz" that dramatic enough ?! )

Goss. aside (another meaning Other than the Stage term: Aside,

Obvs.!

I mean,... 

Cannot give Details Due to Data protection an' all that, etc.. 

As y'all already aware about all that.

Obvs. !)

(Goin' to Give The Hashtags now, instead of after, simply Bcos I want to!

Nothing To Do with aesthetics or anything, 

Obvs.!):-

#Privileged

#Artist

#Teacher/Coach

#Musician

#Singer

#Dancer

#ToServeIsToReallyLive!

Signing out F'r now,

Take it easy 

And Love, Peace, Respec' 'N' All That 

God bless

Sophie 

Sophie Cox-O'Shaughnessy

Diploma in Musical Theatre

The Arts Educational Schools, London

Bachelor of Arts 

BA Theatre Practice 

* Photography c. Copyright S. Cox-O'Shaughnessy 2023

"Throwback Thursday" By Sophie Cox-O'Shaughnessy

Smiling!

Recently, in the UK, we celebrated Mother's Day!

A universal celebration, from country to country, it occurs on various days throughout the year.

Yes, this blog, my topic, is about Mother's Day.  However, I am celebrating this beautiful soul, my son, and here I present a photo of us And I title it Smiling!

"

As an artist, I am a very private person.

Though, "reaching out", "these days", is a key component in harnessing unity, harmony and communication with our kindred spirits etc..

Thus, I am sharing this/opening up, as an artist, who is also a mother.

So why not post on the actual day? Well, quite frankly, my dear, as I'm sure you would prefer, I was having a lovely day enjoying myself, just doing something and nothing!

Though, you know,...

Sometimes the path you choose to take does not appear to where you thought it ever would.

In my opinion this does not mean it is any the less valuable.

This day, we visited "Turbo Ted's,", my son loved exploring all of the padded/cushioned and spaces within spaces stimuli.  Nothings changed there then!

I feel this photo captures Us Smiling And, my son Opening a window of 'the house:, his mother, me, looking on, watching, making sure he is safe, while having fun.  A quarter of a century on, more or less, this can still be done, even if, it's not hands on! (And, yes, so what!  I'm proud enough to admit my years, for '25' is the blessed day of Our Lord .)

I love you son 🥰

Keep opening your window to the world, with your wonderful smile Always, know, I am here, with good heart smiling upon you Whether you "see" me or not.

Love,

Mum

xxx ooo

#Mum

#OpenTheWindowToYourSoul

#Artist

#ArtIsTruth

#AlwaysHereForYouMySonANYWAY

#MentalHealthMatters

#ParentalAlienationIsReal

#LoveAndPeace

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(By the way, as The Red Hot Chilli Peppers say! 

I have permission from the Singer/SongwriterandArtist, Sinéad O'Connor, herself, to air this recording in this, just, aforementioned article God Keep, her good self,  strong!)

Phone c. copyright S. Cox-O'Shaughnessy 2023