tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post3611137402570870369..comments2024-03-28T16:52:34.576-05:00Comments on L.A.Times Crossword Corner: Monday, December 26, 2011 Victor BarocasZhouqin (C.C.) Burnikelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12750267554729853785noreply@blogger.comBlogger73125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-54257800104220882662011-12-27T01:07:51.404-06:002011-12-27T01:07:51.404-06:00Both Peter Finch and the chaffinch are from the Ol...Both Peter Finch and the chaffinch are from the Old World so I see no problem. (Peter Finch was born in London.)Argylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09472446316589207365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-49102899232767220562011-12-27T00:01:58.243-06:002011-12-27T00:01:58.243-06:00Bill G., thanks.
Duh! Hand me a V8 can! I knew al...Bill G., thanks.<br /><br />Duh! Hand me a V8 can! I knew all of those! It's probly the short term memory~dodo1925https://www.blogger.com/profile/14459382064630834395noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-27470268358713453632011-12-26T23:15:04.631-06:002011-12-26T23:15:04.631-06:00Dear Gold,
Heh heh. I remember your brother, Pete...Dear Gold,<br /><br />Heh heh. I remember your brother, Peter. His was the story of Howard Beale, the first known instance of a man who was killed because he had lousy ratings.Bill G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04142837879175561312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-52658512747088074052011-12-26T23:09:17.142-06:002011-12-26T23:09:17.142-06:00I can not believe that our images are used in such...I can not believe that our images are used in such capitalistic ways! I'm as mad as hell, and I'm not going to take this anymore!a goldfinchnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-41897324906908199772011-12-26T22:19:02.030-06:002011-12-26T22:19:02.030-06:00Very informative and enjoyable write up, thank yo...Very informative and enjoyable write up, thank you. Perhaps a photo of a finch that is native in the US would help those who don't know any local birds. The House Finch is the most commonly seen, though a Goldfinch is the mostly commonly painted on stamps, T-Shirts, and calendars.<br /><br />Sorry, I can't seem to copy and paste photos, so just use a Google Image Search.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-80613460111955644192011-12-26T20:40:33.846-06:002011-12-26T20:40:33.846-06:00@Hahtool - thanks for the "Freedom at Midnigh...@Hahtool - thanks for the "Freedom at Midnight" book recommendation - it arrived on Christmas Eve and I'm about half-way through, a great read and I'm learning a whole lot about a milestone of history of which I knew pretty well nothing.<br /><br />I lived about 10 miles from Mountbatten's estate when I was a kid, we used to ride our bikes over there and see how far we could get up the driveway before being chased off :)Stevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00485564817818402947noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-19364805378112855762011-12-26T20:20:55.383-06:002011-12-26T20:20:55.383-06:00Do you ever watch Ellen Degeneres? Here are two li...Do you ever watch Ellen Degeneres? Here are two little adorable British girls tearing it up during the commercial break.<br /><a href="http://ellen.warnerbros.com/2011/12/web_exclusive_sophia_grace_and_rosie_tear_it_up_1226.php" rel="nofollow">Sophia Grace and Rosie</a>Bill G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04142837879175561312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-65016480583821554342011-12-26T19:46:58.796-06:002011-12-26T19:46:58.796-06:00dodo: LOL I'll take anything closely related t...dodo: LOL I'll take anything closely related to my name. I can use all the help I can get to stay on Santa baby's Good list. St. Louis works for me just fine. <br /><br />Grumpy: LOL the older p/u trucks and cars I would think are the better putters - depending on amt of gas. <br /><br />Henry: LOL yeah, and they probably really give the caddy a hard time too. <br /><br />Time to go play. Enjoy your night.loishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03331538822790190512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-82652101399488992752011-12-26T19:39:57.911-06:002011-12-26T19:39:57.911-06:00Hell, you read them better than I did! Thanks.Hell, you read them better than I did! Thanks.Argylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09472446316589207365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-57660303402454991452011-12-26T19:15:04.087-06:002011-12-26T19:15:04.087-06:00Good evening, folks. Thank you, Victor, for a gre...Good evening, folks. Thank you, Victor, for a great Monay puzzle. Thank you, Argle, for the write-up.<br /><br />Andrea: Happy Birthday, and many more.<br /><br />Did this puzzle on the train this morning. It was a good Monday puzzle.<br /><br />Argyle: Try 1956 for the DDE/AES second run. I am not a pickey person, but just wanted to let you know I read your comments.<br /><br />As far as W. R. Hearst, I applaud all that he, and many others like him did, to promote capitalism. The foundation of our country.<br /><br />We still have A&W Rootbeer restaurants in Illinois. Still tastes great to me.<br /><br />The theme answers came easily. THE KING'S SPEECH reminded me of that great movie. Outstanding. I also read the book about his teacher. Very good.<br /><br />Agree, the First Amendment is very important in our lives, as is the Second Amendment. I am an NRA lifer.<br /><br />Made it to Johnsonburg today. Spending the week here. Discovered my hot water heater has a problem. No rest for the weary.<br /><br />See you tomorrow.<br /><br />AbejoAbejohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10318111258011554517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-66500077837626576782011-12-26T19:13:06.527-06:002011-12-26T19:13:06.527-06:00Actually, Bill, iSP is the supernatural prescience...Actually, Bill, iSP is the supernatural prescience Apple has in knowing what you want before you do.the other Bill G.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-14364155189605104392011-12-26T19:05:30.765-06:002011-12-26T19:05:30.765-06:00Hi Dodo,
A lot of those don't always make sen...Hi Dodo,<br /><br />A lot of those don't always make sense to me either. I recognize a few.<br /><br />CGI is Computer Generated Imagery such as found in many Pixar movies like Finding Nemo or Toy Story. <br /><br />ISP is Internet Service Provider as in whoever you use to connect to the Internet. We use Time Warner cable. AOL is another example.<br /><br />I'm guessing WBS is a local term for What Barry Said, used if one is agreeing with his assessment of the puzzle.Bill G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04142837879175561312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-36389288073522442882011-12-26T18:46:25.548-06:002011-12-26T18:46:25.548-06:00HBTY, Andrea!
Forgive me for seeking help here.
I...HBTY, Andrea!<br /><br />Forgive me for seeking help here.<br />I am an Acronymology-challenged individual and am not a texter. So I keep running into mystifying symbols from time to time. Perhaps they are nothing at all or are well known by you who are not of my generation (most of you).<br /><br />My problem 'words' for today:<br /><br />CGI; ISP(I feel I should know this..is it about stocks?); Kub; WBS; 'espiony'. <br /><br />This is an unusually small number.dodo1925https://www.blogger.com/profile/14459382064630834395noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-65411859739262782452011-12-26T18:39:58.546-06:002011-12-26T18:39:58.546-06:00Yellowrocks, et al-
And instead of yelling "f...Yellowrocks, et al-<br />And instead of yelling "fore!" they yell "Ford!"Henrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-24948755904464730352011-12-26T18:27:29.559-06:002011-12-26T18:27:29.559-06:00Hello!
What Brad Said!
I don't think there&#...Hello!<br /><br />What Brad Said!<br /><br />I don't think there's a Saint Lois, Lois. How about Saint Louis?<br />Think that might work? <br /><br />Hahtool, I too have had no desire to read another 'Girl Who' book. I have to agree about the girl; a fascinating, well-drawn character, but the book was a bit too dark for me. Especially after reading the note on the dedication page about the incidence of abuse of women in Sweden. I've forgotten that exact words but it was startling!dodo1925https://www.blogger.com/profile/14459382064630834395noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-64079899765658750742011-12-26T17:56:16.303-06:002011-12-26T17:56:16.303-06:00LOL, Yellowrocks. Some of those cars and p/u truck...LOL, Yellowrocks. Some of those cars and p/u trucks probably drive quite well, the 4WD's can even drive out of the rough, but most of them are probably pretty bad at putting.Grumpy 1https://www.blogger.com/profile/02194375320149174361noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-89637647598192867982011-12-26T16:28:07.763-06:002011-12-26T16:28:07.763-06:00Good point Yellowrocks :-)! Well, one of the vehic...Good point Yellowrocks :-)! Well, one of the vehicles was a VW Golf. Where is my syntax?Husker Garyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07630142978627240047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-70601787957433626502011-12-26T16:27:35.069-06:002011-12-26T16:27:35.069-06:00Andrea: HBTY and wish you many many more.
Steve: ...Andrea: HBTY and wish you many many more.<br /><br />Steve: HSaintlyBTY. That's something worth investigating. I need some saintliness to keep in reserve - so I can be sure to stay on Santa baby's GOOD LIST. <br /><br />Avg Joe: Love that avatar! LMAO! Reminds me of Bill Hayes' door decoration at school many years ago of Rudolph being roasted on an open fire w/all the elves sitting around it. He didn't win. <br /><br />Santa baby: your avatar is hilarious now that you explained it. Kind of like what PK said, I thought it looked pretty normal for around here after one of your visits.<br /><br />Just saw the new Sherlock Holmes movie and loved it. The Swedish Lisbeth of "The Girl" was in it. Seeing the Am version tomorrow. I can't wait. I loved the books. I agree with LEN that Lisbeth is one of the most developed characters I've seen. Things are not what they seem with her. I'm sorry to read what LEN said about SL's 30 yr partner being denied any of his $$. I hope she does finish the new book.loishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03331538822790190512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-21462118432487592212011-12-26T16:13:03.907-06:002011-12-26T16:13:03.907-06:00Happy Birthday. Andrea and Steve.
How great it is ...Happy Birthday. Andrea and Steve.<br />How great it is to be with your parents via Skype, Andrea. <br /><br />We had a wonderful day yesterday at my son's. Naturally I found my grandson delightful. We dined on vichysoisse, prime rib with Madiera sauce (yummy) and Yorkshire pudding among other treats. My son and DIL are gourmet cooks. One of my prized presents was a CD ROM for a huge unabridged dictionary, better than anything I have seen on the Internet.<br /><br />CA, happy house hunting. Firmatprime, I hope your friends are soon well enough to keep you company.<br /><br />Thanks for all the birthday wishes. It is a joy to have all these new friends on this blog.<br /><br />Husker Gary said, "When I left, there were 30 cars/pickups in the lot who were still playing." I'd like to see that. Did you hear what their scores were? lolYellowrockshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09590216912123103432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-21244542903610734682011-12-26T16:12:25.018-06:002011-12-26T16:12:25.018-06:00The city and state involved in the answer (as I kn...The city and state involved in the answer (as I know it) to the second geography question is in the northeast US. And it may require a boat or a bridge too.Bill G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04142837879175561312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-52484943708507514992011-12-26T16:05:49.832-06:002011-12-26T16:05:49.832-06:00Relax Joe, its just a fun little game.
Its Stamfo...Relax Joe, its just a fun little game.<br /><br />Its Stamford, CT.<br /><br />That's why Bill said travel and NOT drive.Frankienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-89869005946967388012011-12-26T16:02:01.562-06:002011-12-26T16:02:01.562-06:00Now that I know the answer to the city question, B...Now that I know the answer to the city question, BillG, I have to throw the yellow hankie. Based on your final description, which does not include the population qualifier, Carter Lake (pop 3,248 2000 census) does indeed meet the test. The larger city may have some claim to the title, but it's not in an oxbow and would require multiple modes of "transportation" to accomplish the feat since it borders an ocean.Avg Joehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02301873113962640644noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-83658577107045692692011-12-26T16:00:12.868-06:002011-12-26T16:00:12.868-06:00Carter Lake, IA works for me except the population...<a href="http://www.howderfamily.com/blog/cartalk-trivia-samford/" rel="nofollow">Carter Lake, IA</a> works for me except the population is way less than 100K. It it surrounded by Omaha whose population exceeds 400K and its location is an accident of the shifting of the Muddy Mo! It is a seedy little burg out by Eppley Airfield and CL is officially in Iowa.<br /><br />I played golf today in 45°F weather with a stiff west wind and shot pretty well even with the hood on my sweatshirt up. I was not alone. When I left, there were 30 cars/pickups in the lot who were still playing. If you ever make it up here, Tin, we’ll go as long it’s above 40° and there’s no snow. I wish I was coming to Fla. this year to play with my virtual friend, but it ain’t gonna happen.Husker Garyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07630142978627240047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-43629862540045271502011-12-26T15:48:35.675-06:002011-12-26T15:48:35.675-06:00It was an enjoyable puzzle today, and I guess by t...It was an enjoyable puzzle today, and I guess by that I really mean that I enjoyed it. Argyle, thanks for the link to the Robert Merrill video; that got me going finding many more to enjoy.<br /><br />Windhover and Tinbeni, yeah.<br /><br />Best wishes to you all.Jaycehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15906163232315177399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-22814388656723907232011-12-26T15:44:09.298-06:002011-12-26T15:44:09.298-06:00Hi All ~~
A fun and easy Monday puzzle. Had the...Hi All ~~<br /><br />A fun and easy Monday puzzle. Had the same missteps that others have mentioned but it didn't take too long to all fall into place. I never notice a pangram until it's mentioned by someone else ... nice work, Hahtool!<br /><br />Argyle ... thanks for the link to Michael Buble's 'Cry ME A River.' I've been humming it all day. In your avatar it looks as if Randy has been enjoying a bit of Arbor Mist from his blue cup? :-)<br /><br />Happy Birthday Andrea!<br /><br />Enjoy the evening ~~LaLaLindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14614753577019280766noreply@blogger.com