Ciarán's baptism
Picked up Clare and Josie and arrived early at East Acton so had apple pie and coffee. Fr Danny at St Aidan's was a delight and we laughed about the spies from the Cathedral. The famous Sutherland picture worth 1 and a half million was covered up during building works! Ciarán seemed happy beforehand, cried during the ceremony and then smiled for the photos including a photo with everyone. We then went to the Goldsmiths Arms for a hog roast and delicious cakes which was great! Managed to get a family photo. Roger and Helen had come over from Ireland. Bruce and Pat Maher were godparents and I had a good chat to Pat. Also met NCT class folks notably Rufus and Merle whose parents teach/taught at St Paul's school. I have an invite to go and see Holst's chair! Such nice people. We left around 8 with left over pork and cakes! Got an early night but I was really upset about John Linney's email about Good Friday. To say that I show a lack of commitment to the church after nearly...