Catenian conference
Saturday I went to the conference in the Newcastle civic centre. The new Grand President Tony Godden and Fr Jim O'Keefe both spoke really well. Willie Britto gave a presentation about Goa. The vote went against a change to the rules about the definition of a practising Catholic. I had a nice walk down Grey street (described as the most beautiful street in England) and visited St Nicholas and St Mary's cathedrals which now has a fine St Paul's shop and new organ. The statue of Cardinal Hume is very fine. Bus to Prudhoe and we returned to the Civic centre in evening dress for the Carnival. The previous day bought a new purple bow tie and cummerbund (my Father's day present in advance) and new short swimming trunks. Liz got some lovely jewellery to match her green and blue outfits. There was a mixup over seating. Against our name in the programme there was no table number. I was assured that this had been fixed and so I ordered wine. When we got there there were not enoug...