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Gorgeous watercolours by John Singer Sargent at Dulwich gallery. His treatment of water and light is magical especially Venice and some unusual views of Jerusalem, alligators, bulls and Bologna.

Swam 20. To Chrism mass always a great occasion. Acolyte 6 and consecration torch 4. All went well but it was a long stand and kneel! Lovely Byrd Ave cerium with pp ending beautifully controlled. Haydn little organ mass and Bach at the end. To lunch and saw lots of old friends. To National portrait gallery for Sargent which was superb but too many people. The Wellington special exhibition was less crowded but a bit dull. Did a sketch of Frank Dobson head of Sitwell. To Chiswick Park for double session of oil painting and have no done second layer. Not so keen on using my fingers. To Acton Lou in New York, boys have bunk beds. Wed took Sean to Osterley for lunch and soft play. On the way in he spotted Thomas engine ride And that is where I found him after ordering food.

Monday to Catenians - David said he would come to the funeral. Ralph de Souza ill and in fact he died this week - may he rest in peace. Tuesday went to Town hall for H & S meeting but as I never got an agenda I was at wrong room so came back and saw Chris! Wednesday was a busy day! Served at golden jubilee of profession mass for Sr Bridget Cullen - Sr Ellen sang the psalm and I got to hold the papal blessing - it was a lovely occasion. To spirituality day and found Michael Dorey's thoughts on Ignatian spirituality very helpful at this difficult time of mixed emotions - relief and sadness. To Royal Academy to see the summer exhibition with the amazing coat hanger gorilla and David Hockney's enormous photos. Some very fine work. A small exhibition of John Singer Sargent and the sea. Walked through Burlington Arcade and New Bond Street and decided emeralds not quite the thing! Who buys all these expensive things? To Hinde St church for rehearsal. Stefan on steps asking after L...