tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post2930234333493754719..comments2024-03-29T05:53:39.358-05:00Comments on L.A.Times Crossword Corner: Saturday May 8, 2010 Tom HeilmanZhouqin (C.C.) Burnikelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12750267554729853785noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-24715110712869939902010-05-10T03:40:26.257-05:002010-05-10T03:40:26.257-05:00Good night all you beautiful people. It is heart ...Good night all you beautiful people. It is heart warming to be a part of a group who is so caring and supportive of each other.<br />FrenchyFrenchiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09121204927549427122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-44197552272745910122010-05-09T09:57:15.637-05:002010-05-09T09:57:15.637-05:00Bills will "fall due"
By The Mogambo Gur...Bills will "fall due"<br />By The Mogambo Guru ( from " Asia Times".<br /><br />Lum & Abner - likely well before your time and mine also, and I'm 69.Jeffnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-78812624140653392052010-05-09T00:37:03.205-05:002010-05-09T00:37:03.205-05:00@Dodo, instead of clicking the links directly and ...@Dodo, instead of clicking the links directly and losing your place, use the right-click button instead, then in the drop-down menu that results, choose "open in new tab" or "open in new window" to view them. When you are done looking, just close the new tab or window and you will still be where you started on your original page.Alhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00645254428860855980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-55450964458483969762010-05-08T23:51:56.837-05:002010-05-08T23:51:56.837-05:00Al and Jazz, Thank you for your discreet answers t...Al and Jazz, Thank you for your discreet answers to my DUMB question. Next time I'll ask stupid questions on email! My, I do have much to learn, dont I? You are both very kind.<br /><br />Kazie, I was interested in the coin edges link, too. I like the links, too. It seems very awkward to me to look at them, though, since I lose my place in the comments, going back and forth. May be there's an easier way to get to them than I know, somewhat technologically challenged as I am.<br /><br />We haven't heard from Jeannie today. I hope she's not lost on one of those thousand lakes in Mn.<br /><br />Why are so many of our newbies hiding their profiles? I like to know where people are from and what thay do or did for a career.<br />It's nice to know ages, too, if you're not afraid to tell it. Don't be shy, folks. We all bared our souls; so can you.dodohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06118973969033979741noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-35546189271898748932010-05-08T23:32:28.170-05:002010-05-08T23:32:28.170-05:00Lucina,
Thanks for mentioning it. It's good to...Lucina,<br />Thanks for mentioning it. It's good to know someone liked it.kaziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06761801803016465459noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-58771493336806056172010-05-08T23:20:38.483-05:002010-05-08T23:20:38.483-05:00If this were the first puzzle I had ever tried I w...If this were the first puzzle I had ever tried I would probably never try one again. Luckily I've done enough of them to just lick my wounds and hope for a better tomorrow. Or maybe Monday.<br /><br />I couldn't even get the V-8 feeling with some of the answers: JOUNCES and INSHORE just seem wrong to me, even though I guess they are technically correct. And ORANGEY? Usually I don't mind learning something new, but learning the name of a cat that played a cat who had no name in the movie? It doesn't get more obscure than that.JimmyBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05586278242399205933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-38259878813797428522010-05-08T23:12:33.060-05:002010-05-08T23:12:33.060-05:00dodo -
A car that's cheery is one that cheers...dodo -<br /><br />A car that's cheery is one that cheers you up when when you see it.<br /><br />No -- wait . . . that's not quite right. It's a car in "good as new" condition. <br /><br />Though, why it's not called a "peary" is a mystery to me.<br /><br />I suppose a Lutheran could drive it to Kirche am Sontag.<br /><br />Happy Day tomorrow to all you moms. I'm going to visit mine, and my MIL. My sis is making chicken paprikas. Now THAT is some Hungarian food that's worth the trip to T-town.<br /><br />Pears!<br />JzB who is not above a lame attempt at a bi-lingual punJazzbumpahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07337490817307473659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-10482190412755779952010-05-08T23:11:10.191-05:002010-05-08T23:11:10.191-05:00Whew! C.C., I had most of the same problems as yo...Whew! C.C., I had most of the same problems as you, and then some! I had to cheat - a lot... When I do the puzzle online, I usually just start guessing letters, rather than googling. If I'm doing it on paper with a computer handy, then I'll google unknowns. If no computer handy, then I giv eup. Count me in as having BLUSHED...! I had a much easier time in the east than the west or north.<br /><br />Welcome to all the newcomers! I hope you continue commenting.Annettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02347232302896024104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-23980651702489004862010-05-08T23:06:47.378-05:002010-05-08T23:06:47.378-05:00And to the men who are by their side.And to the men who are by their side.Lucinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16278649651081244724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-34494361563907067052010-05-08T23:06:28.213-05:002010-05-08T23:06:28.213-05:00Kazie:
I linked onto the euro article and spent qu...Kazie:<br />I linked onto the euro article and spent quite a lot of time perusing it, fascinated. However, did not have time to comment because had a birthday dinner to attend. Glad you reminded.<br /><br />Normally, because of time constraints, I return later to check on links throughout the day. There's always something interesting. Please keep them coming.<br /><br />Good night all! Love to all mothers.Lucinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16278649651081244724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-79072762638679093422010-05-08T22:54:50.803-05:002010-05-08T22:54:50.803-05:00@Dodo, think in a different (read: risque) directi...@Dodo, think in a different (read: risque) direction for the meaning of cherry cars, as in "they appear so pristine that no one could have ever ridden in them"...Alhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00645254428860855980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-43419852801704953942010-05-08T22:52:34.733-05:002010-05-08T22:52:34.733-05:00Hi.
Sparks is also a major distribution hub for A...Hi.<br /><br />Sparks is also a major distribution hub for Amazon.com<br />for the West.<br /><br />Tied 1-1 after two. I'm listening to Jill scream at the tv while working on tomorrow's puzzle.<br /><br />eddyBeddyBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00905272532346939000noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-88292354658686960032010-05-08T22:32:15.687-05:002010-05-08T22:32:15.687-05:00Well count me among the failures for today. I only...Well count me among the failures for today. I only got about half of it before coming here for the rest. Many were clever, but there were too many names and references to names, most of which were in a rarified atmosphere beyond my ken.<br />Since I was gone all dy from 6am, and not back to try it again until this evening, I really had no energy to persevere.<br /><br />Welcome, Sue and Lrc. <br /><br />Fermatprime, I hope your pain subsides quickly.<br /><br />And to those bemoaning the lack of interest in links, I usually try to use them all, but not today--it's too late. BTW, I didn't see anyone comment on my link to the different edges of the Euro coins yesterday, which I thought was interesting given the discussion on reeding.kaziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06761801803016465459noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-1468124170718063682010-05-08T22:15:42.497-05:002010-05-08T22:15:42.497-05:00Welcome, Lrc, from another NDak native. Born and ...Welcome, Lrc, from another NDak native. Born and raised in Grand Forks. Nice to have you here.<br /><br />What's DNF? <br /><br />JD, when you say the cars are "cherry" is that the color? Because we used to see caravans of really red classic cars on I-5 occasionally. We assumed they must be on their way to an auto show somewhere.<br /><br />I too,have an assortment of reference books that I've accumulated over the years for help with crosswords. I find I use the p.c. more now,too. I really, really hate to google or use a reference until I'm aabsolutely sure I can't do any more without help. Since I've been coming here, I'm getting less dependent on help. Thanks, C.C. and friends.dodohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06118973969033979741noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-53871585206216599382010-05-08T21:16:24.962-05:002010-05-08T21:16:24.962-05:00Good evening all,
Lots of clever clues in this pz...Good evening all,<br /><br />Lots of clever clues in this pzl,too clever for me. I cheated to finish up, BUT I really enjoyed the parts that worked. I spent 11 min. on the NW corner, so knew what was coming, although it never came.Too many molasses moments.<br /><br />Loved high seas, and chamber group(senator)..wanted something musical like strings. Hated going to hear "chamber music". Yawn. <br /><br />Crinkle was an a-ha since the clue confused me. Cinch, I thought of those little sucker bugs, but learned that they are spelled chinch.<br /><br />JzB, I think giggling is more common when embarrassed than blushing, but then I've spent these past 40 yrs with middle schoolers who rarely blush.<br /><br />Welcome LRC, your story was lovely. <br /><br />Lucina and Jayce, I also have kept a large collection of reference books, as my memory is so poor. I prefer using a real atlas rather than going to Google. But then alas, I get very side tracked.Another favorite is my Desk Encyclopedia..just enough information.After being caught off guard with Eritrea, I checked it out.During the last 8-10 yrs. I have had many students from there, all wonderful kids.<br /><br />Sparks..not as fancy as Reno or Las Vegas, but certainly a gambling town. It is known for having "Hot August Nights" where cars are "cherry" and cruisin' is "too cool." Many of those classic cars show up at Lake Tahoe even though it is an hour away.<br /><br />Carol, loved your limerick last night.JDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04789723171543457661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-14555592356096129582010-05-08T21:12:52.383-05:002010-05-08T21:12:52.383-05:00Wow, I jounced along unaware for an hour or so!
Ya...Wow, I jounced along unaware for an hour or so!<br />Yall need to rent "The Long Hot summer"! It is one of my favorites. Loved the "Tribeca" clue. These guys really do twist and bend the language; don't they?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08940853560320683369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-49479010462516206672010-05-08T21:06:35.551-05:002010-05-08T21:06:35.551-05:00Jazz
Whenever I see ON ICE my first thought is hoc...Jazz<br />Whenever I see ON ICE my first thought is hockey or skating.<br /><br />OK, the beer can be ON ICE.<br />The Avatar does not allow it.<br />Cheers !!!<br /><br />EddyB<br />A DNF is always OK by me b/c then when I see the solve it proves to be a learning experience.<br /> <br />But then there are the answers that you look at and say to yourself "What the F*** my brain has left me ..." followed my that V8 can slap.Tinbenihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14661395078047234853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-10346988634661359202010-05-08T20:16:06.825-05:002010-05-08T20:16:06.825-05:00Lucina: Niets te danken.
Follow the procedure he...Lucina: Niets te danken.<br /><br />Follow the procedure <a href="http://crosswordcorner.blogspot.com/2009/03/how-to-make-link-at-comments-section.html" rel="nofollow">here</a> to create a link. Test it in the 'Preview' window before posting.<br /><br /><br />Lrc: Welcome aboard.Spitzboovhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04448007368332133086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-89062527742868489512010-05-08T19:32:12.568-05:002010-05-08T19:32:12.568-05:00Spitzboov:
Thank you for the link. I am sooooo te...Spitzboov:<br />Thank you for the link. I am sooooo tech challenged.<br /><br />Later this month I'm going to attend an all day "boot camp" at the college where I teach. I hope they can help me.Lucinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16278649651081244724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-28640748572383949052010-05-08T18:58:51.734-05:002010-05-08T18:58:51.734-05:00I forgot.
Jazzbumpa - re FALLDUE: your assessment...I forgot.<br /><br />Jazzbumpa - re FALLDUE: your assessment of "OK but a bit stretchy" is spot on. A bill or invoice tends to turn into a payable when it COMES DUE or BECOMES DUE. When talking about future cash flows, we talk about when bills FALL DUE, but it's obviously a much less common term.koufaxmaravichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623946331880663691noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-64511380778309548542010-05-08T18:58:18.317-05:002010-05-08T18:58:18.317-05:00Hi.
Pit up 1-0 after one.
Remember growing up in...Hi.<br /><br />Pit up 1-0 after one.<br /><br />Remember growing up in Pit area and listening the Wolfman on KERF<br />from Mexico.<br /><br />Tin. Probably a lot of DNFs this morning.<br /><br />No comments from Rex.<br /><br />eddyB 22eddyBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00905272532346939000noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-63096049068449325962010-05-08T18:48:42.887-05:002010-05-08T18:48:42.887-05:00I don't have much to say about the puzzle sinc...I don't have much to say about the puzzle since I usually skip difficult themeless ones. From everybody's comments, it looks as if I avoided a lot of frustration. I would never have gotten JOUNCE or JOGTROT but I remember my parents speaking of Lum and Abner from their radio days.<br /><br />Speaking of pre-Mother's Day, we had our son, daughter and grandson over for a pre-Mother's Day brunch. Ever since I learned some tricks about how to cook omelettes properly from watching a cooking show on TV, that has become my responsibility. I'll bet I can do almost as good a job as Jeannie.Bill G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04142837879175561312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-30604018335470824562010-05-08T18:41:16.301-05:002010-05-08T18:41:16.301-05:00Good evening.
Very painful and humbling puzzle to...Good evening.<br /><br />Very painful and humbling puzzle today. Got almost the entire right side, but the left was pretty empty. I got KNUMBSKULL early, but I kept doubting it as mt perps felt wrong.<br /><br />Some terms were new to me, JOG-TROT, IN-SHORE, and IN-A-STIR, but overall a fair puzzle which only pointed out my inadequacies.<br /><br />I'm pretty embarrassed because there were several NYC-related clues which I never got.<br /><br />Airport on Flushing Bay should have been a gimme (the land in Queens on the other side of the bay from the airport houses Shea Stadium, the new Citi Field, and the USTA's National Tennis Center), but, as I always abbreviate it for myself, I had LaG (short for Fiorello LaGuardia) instead of universal airport code LGA.<br /><br />For the life of me, I could not think of TRIBECA - I went through WALL STREET, MEATPACKING district, SOHO, NOHO, DUMBO (even though it's actually in Brooklyn), the VILLAGE (that would be Greenwich) - I earned a case of V-8 today.<br /><br />Medger Evers College is a unit within the City University of NY system (which includes Brooklyn, Queens, Baruch, City, and Hunter Colleges)and is located about two blocks from the old Ebbets Field in Brooklyn.<br /><br />Al, thanks for the great write-up on pectin. About 30 years ago, while working in my first biotech, we developed a product called Cellu-Pec from citrus peel and pulp thrown away by juice processors. It was composed of cellulose and pectin, and absorbed about 100 times its weight in liquids. Wonder if anyone has ever developed or marketed something like that? I wish we could just spread that stuff over the oil in the gulf.<br /><br />Have a wonderful Mother's Day all you Moms and Grandmas. And good health wishes to all who are on the mend.koufaxmaravichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623946331880663691noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-11985746039545413172010-05-08T18:34:31.058-05:002010-05-08T18:34:31.058-05:00Well happy pre-Mother's Day to all of you who ...Well happy pre-Mother's Day to all of you who are.<br /><br />I couldn't come close to completing this bad boy, so I chucked it. When I have to look up every other word it takes all the fun out of it.<br /><br />Lrc: welcome, I read your profile, and had to smile at your reference to the one room school house. My Mother was born in Bismark in 1913 and went to a school house like that. In 1995, my sister and I were fortunate enough to be able to go with her to Bismark. We visited her brother (her only remaining sibling). He was so sweet to show us the school house out on the prairie. It was not in the best of condition but despite decades of N.Dakota winters, was still standing. We went inside too. I took lots of pictures, it was quite a heart warming event and meant so much to my Mom.carolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01863837914353193182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-72151212296112491382010-05-08T18:20:25.908-05:002010-05-08T18:20:25.908-05:00Hi gang -
Lots of diverging opinions on today'...Hi gang -<br /><br />Lots of diverging opinions on today's puzzle. I tried to work it while at dance comp today. Didn't like either experience very much. <br /><br />Hip hop dance gets real old in about 10 seconds. <br /><br />This puzzle, while clever and having some great fill, abounds in JIVE TALK (for which I had FAST TALK) and gratuitous obscurity. Raeburn van BUREN, TRIBECA, DELERIA, JOG TROT, LUM (WTH?!?). ORANGEY was at the tip of everyone's tongue, I'm sure.<br /><br />FALL DUE and IN A STIR are OK, but a bit stretchy.<br /><br />I suppose one might have GIGGLED when embarassed, but BLUSHED and FLUSHED both fit the space, and are both better answers.<br /><br />BIG AS LIFE is not a good correspondence to IN PERSON. PTA is clever, but GLEANING (another very poorly clued fill) the charter on their website, I can find no mention of anything resembling "class action."<br /><br />OTOH, I did learn something. I thought PECTIN was a protein, rather like a vegetable equivalent to the pig extract that gels Kosconya.<br /><br />Live and learn. BTW, great post, AL.<br /><br />IAGO has become a crossword stalwart. But didn't Al Gore make the net?<br /><br />Cheers!<br />JzB who, like Tinbeni, does not have his single malt ON ICEJazzbumpahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07337490817307473659noreply@blogger.com