Veronese

Having not had a swim I set off to St George Hanover Square in rain to hear Jonathan Vaughn. He played much the same programme as at Bromley but I agree with his mother that it sounded better on this organ. The Bach brightened the dull day, the Bridge was a lovely moment and the Vierne was a good ending -  a well balanced programme including the Sweelinck. So much better than the superficial Daniel Moult! To National Gallery £7 to see the stunning Veronese - 50 great pictures, wonderful colours and fabrics. He seemed to be able to do everything! His animals are particularly fine. I thought the shop items were pathetic reproductions. Also saw the small exhibition on architecture in paintings which The Tablet reviewed and the 5 short films accompanying it. To National portrait gallery and enjoyed the special displays especially the one on the blind in the 19th century and the Boer war. To Cassart and bought brushes set (Father's Day present from Louise) and acrylics - this is getting serious! Must say the staff were very helpful. Tea at Pret and No. 9 to Royal Geographical Society. Nice display from Trailfinders of travel photos. Hai, Rita and Beryl were there also Fr Dominic and Derek from Shirley who thought I was an Old Whitgiftian! Got there in good time for 6.30 but it actually started at 7. Terry Waite chaired and we saw the Beyond Forgiving film from SA and questions were answered by Gill Fourie and Letlapa. It was moving and sad too.