First things first… Mass having been offered in the parish, I just want a bit of a rest for part of the morning.
Then, after a light lunch, if much of anything, I think I will go to Westminster Abbey, which … Continue reading →

After all that edification I am ready for a pint of beer and nourishment! I am on the plaza of the British Library at this moment relaxing with a little sunlight before seeking the above. anyone want to … Continue reading →

Just the idea of it makes me marvel.
Think of the holdings…
Right now there is an exhibit on Henry VIII. It is the sad centennial of his sadder coronation. There is Henry stuff everywhere.
And as I take the Circle Line… … Continue reading →

Just a quick note from John Gower.

My interest in the works of T.S. Eliot in wanted to visit Magnus Marytr. And so… after my journey through Southwark and location of the last wall of Marshalsea Prison, and a visit to Southwark Cathedral, I walked … Continue reading →

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No, not the Clink. I am off to find the remains of Marshalsea Prison.

I had mentioned in my post about St. Patrick’s Soho the famous story of Fulton Sheen and a confessional in the same church. 
People sent notes asking more about that.
I found it on the web, and just slightly edited … Continue reading →

It is a bit of a trudge from the subway station to the rectory where I am staying in Clapham Park.
Today, on the hike I noticed that someone feeds birds.

Today the Laudator gave us a reflection from Dr. Johnson.
No SatisfactionSamuel Johnson, The Idler, No. 88 (Saturday, December 22, 1759):
    He that in the latter part of his life too strictly enquires what he has done, can very seldom receive … Continue reading →

I am heading for a pint and Internet before my next move. If anyone is in the area… 0750185255

After lunch I headed to the Royal Academy for to see the exhibition of works by the modern pre-Raphaelite painter J.W. Waterhouse. His idealized feminine beauty is a recognizable characteristic of his paintings. If you are looking for … Continue reading →

After the jaunt to Eastbourne I was happy to overnight at St Mary Magdalen with the great Fr Blake on the feast day of the parish.
Windy!

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