birdwatching at Cresswell Pond. He walked into the hide, and met Mel & Bruce from his old folk group at The Sage. So when YC was not watching red breasted mergansers, short eared owls and pink-footed geese, he was chewing the fat on the merits of the New Rope String Band's Christmas concert. The general consensus was that they were VG.
to evensong at Holy Saviour's - the sermon majored on Melchizedek (a priest who features in the book of Hebrews) and how Jesus was the ultimate high priest who bridged the gap between God and Man. It turns out that Melchizedek features twice in the Old Testament. A pint awaits any theologically minded reader who can name the two OT references.
slaking the raging evensong thirst - YC rounded off the day with a relaxing pint (or two) of Deuchars in the Tynemouth Lodge whilst tackling The Times Saturday crossword. He is only half way through at the moment. So come back Rev T! Despite a dodgy light blue university education, your assistance is much missed.