tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post3757115964064344933..comments2024-03-19T05:52:33.293-05:00Comments on L.A.Times Crossword Corner: Tuesday, April 13, 2010 David W. CromerZhouqin (C.C.) Burnikelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12750267554729853785noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-69332170401792554792010-04-13T23:51:54.585-05:002010-04-13T23:51:54.585-05:00Thank God I'm so old that when I was swimming,...Thank God I'm so old that when I was swimming, bikinis hadn't been invented! Cheers, Jeannie, have us all over for Boeuf Bourginon!dodohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06118973969033979741noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-25274269557157384152010-04-13T23:27:34.217-05:002010-04-13T23:27:34.217-05:00Kazie, I just threw caution to the wind and ordere...Kazie, I just threw caution to the wind and ordered one in "crimson". That ought to satify you men folk too. Tfrank just picture me in my crimson heels (one of the nice pair I do own) cooking in my crimson pot.<br /><br />Now, if only I could get to Miami....I might put on my crimson heels and click them together just to see what happens....Jeanniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14901963533031920633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-12480966186429369832010-04-13T23:19:44.499-05:002010-04-13T23:19:44.499-05:00Jeannie, Last I heard from Embien, he was taking a...Jeannie, Last I heard from Embien, he was taking a break from crossword puzzles to concentrate on other activities -- about 4 months ago.<br /><br />Dennis and Buckeye, you guys are missed. Come back when you can.Crockett1947https://www.blogger.com/profile/06404431645533093707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-75416641585105441202010-04-13T23:09:07.675-05:002010-04-13T23:09:07.675-05:00Now how did I know that? I guess I did look reason...Now how did I know that? I guess I did look reasonably good in a bikini once too--much longer ago than you, I'm sure.<br /><br />Even though you only won enough to cover part of the cost, if it's something you've always wanted, it's worth it. Think of it this way: if you were giving to charity, you'd think nothing of it. Be your own charity this once!kaziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06761801803016465459noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-10871459612208292312010-04-13T22:54:07.896-05:002010-04-13T22:54:07.896-05:00Kazie, I am comfortable enough in my skin to know ...Kazie, I am comfortable enough in my skin to know that yes, bikinis are out of my league now. I am happy to say that one day I did them justice.<br /><br />There is something to be said about a beautiful pair of shoes though. I own a few pair that have only been worn once or twice for different "special" occasions. I really don't think my new found money is going there. Even though I know I have $100 bucks going towards that pot, I still, somehow, can't justify it. Give me a couple more days this week covering someone who obviously doesn't know how to cover one's ass when one goes on vacation and I may just change my mind. Let's all face it folks...sorry guys, I want that pot.Jeanniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14901963533031920633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-21815196025266230962010-04-13T22:41:14.632-05:002010-04-13T22:41:14.632-05:00Yes, there are a few of us missing in action. I ha...Yes, there are a few of us missing in action. I have also worried that Embien may have health issues, after hearing of his frequent big restaurant steak meals. <br /><br />ARBAON,<br />Glad to hear yours were not the eyes in danger, but do please pass our hopes along.<br /><br />Frenchie and others,<br />Thanks again for all the good anniversary wishes. Not every day has been so wonderful of course. As in all relationships, there have been many ups and downs, but without the downs, how would we appreciate the ups?<br /><br />I'm curious about the revolving door too--fess up!<br /><br />Jeannie,<br />I vote for the le Creuset in Flame, Carribean or Dijon--those colors all make a statement! The shoes don't look comfy enough, and let's face it, only a perfect figure looks any good in those swimsuits! Go for the comfort food you'll make in that pot!kaziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06761801803016465459noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-92083128796195768432010-04-13T22:18:28.483-05:002010-04-13T22:18:28.483-05:00Dodo, we had a rainy, windy Sunday and Monday, wit...Dodo, we had a rainy, windy Sunday and Monday, with some hail on Monday morning. We are still glad every time it rains because it postpones the day we will have to turn on the sprinkler system. <br /><br />Lemonade, thanks for reminding me about "The Watchmen". I had heard it wasn't your average sci-fi super hero movie. I put it at the top of my Net-Flix queue.<br /><br />I hope Lois checks in soon.<br /><br />Dennis, we miss you. Please stop by when you have a little time and let us know how you and your friend are doing.Clear Ayeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14463641770718104835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-65692103795969497612010-04-13T22:11:36.770-05:002010-04-13T22:11:36.770-05:00I forgot a couple of things.
Kazie, I thought s...I forgot a couple of things. <br /><br />Kazie, I thought so and good for you.<br /><br />Annette, the only thing I buy now that is in plastic is bacon and I use a little paring knife to get that sucker open.<br /><br />Chickie, you solve a puzzle the same way I do. I get discouraged if I can't get 1-acrossed and 1-down right away.<br /><br />Frenchie...you didn't think I was going to let you get by. A revolving door, do tell more.<br /><br />C.C. anything blooming in your yard yet? My chives are coming up in a pot that was totally covered with snow and was beaten badly by Mr. snowblower this winter.<br /><br />I am covering for the dry buyer at work this week so have little time to comment. I am not sure what I am doing as I don't know his lines very well. So far, so good.<br /><br />Dennis, I miss you. That goes for you too, Lois, Buckeye, Windhover, and what ever happened to Embien?Jeanniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14901963533031920633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-58809475081802714142010-04-13T21:53:15.565-05:002010-04-13T21:53:15.565-05:00Hi all, first of all, a big sigh as I finished my ...Hi all, first of all, a big sigh as I finished my taxes tonight on-line. I came out okay, don't have to pay but I expected better. The state of MN really knows how to "put it to 'ya".<br /><br />Chickie, I am glad you like the pork chop recipe and yes I agree it is easy. Just curious, did you make the homemade onion soup powder? A further answer to your question...no I didn't get out to shop as it was too nice this weekend for me to venture into town. I do most of my shopping on line these days but still can't decide between the <a href="http://www.shoebuy.com/womens-evening-shoes.htm" rel="nofollow"> shoes </a>, the <a href="http://www2.victoriassecret.com/landing/?cgnbr=OSSWMZZZZZZ&cm_mmc=Google-_-Brand%2bProduct%20Exact_VS%20Swimwear-_-Exact-_-victoria's%20secret%20swimwear" rel="nofollow"> swimsuit </a> or the one I <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Creuset-Enameled-Cast-Iron-2-Quart-French/dp/B00004SBH4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1271213219&sr=8-1" rel="nofollow"> covet </a>. I think you know which way I am going.<br /><br />I got some bad news today as I thought I was heading to the Burger King convention in Miami and would have a chance to at least meet some Southern FL folks for a cocktail or two. It seems that they are sending the multi-unit Admin that has no clue what BK is up to, knows no one and can I just say WTF?Jeanniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14901963533031920633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-88840655772451726102010-04-13T21:22:24.448-05:002010-04-13T21:22:24.448-05:00Good evening all,
Found a few sticky spots in tod...Good evening all,<br /><br />Found a few sticky spots in today's c/w, and then wondered why when they finally fell into place. I was not familiar with diadem(also put in crowns) or stoats.Knew Sousa, Mata and Al Capp, but the brain was not in sync.Forgot about Detoo/Artoo.<br /> <br />Laughed at "in a tub".My mom was always so creative with our Halloween costumes growing up. We were 4 tombstones when all 4 of us were in school together;the next year we were the butcher...you got it.If I can find the picture, I will post it.<br /><br />Ca, enjoyed rereading the poem. CC, I believe anyone in power should read it, and think about what it says.History certainly repeats itself over and over. You'd think we'd learn.<br /><br />Annette, I have also seen a few episodes of C.A. and I agree with your description of Mr. B. I was embarrassed with his lack of communication skills.<br /><br />Dodo, we had a lovely rainstorm all day Sunday with wind.The clouds yesterday were unbelievably gorgeous...not typical for CA.JDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04789723171543457661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-52206106297669811882010-04-13T20:46:35.714-05:002010-04-13T20:46:35.714-05:00@Lemonade (Mr. Right or Mr. Right Now, depending o...@Lemonade (Mr. Right or Mr. Right Now, depending on what circumstances dictate!) Thank you so much for identifying the poem! Now, I can quit racking my brains out. <br />@CA - Thank you for researching this diadem memory of mine! I look forward to reading the Elizabeth F. Blanding poem tomorrow. Again, thank you!<br /><br />ARBAON, in the light of it not being you getting needles in your eye, I'll pass my positive thoughts to your client! <br /><br />@Kazzie, Very romantic! I thought meeting my husband in a revolving door was romantic (...30 years ago) and we have been going around ever since! At any rate, fun courtship and a happy lifetime together...your husband and you have a relationship to behold! Again, congratulations and let romance and intimacy be yours forever and a day!Frenchiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09121204927549427122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-6852793739690631792010-04-13T20:44:42.053-05:002010-04-13T20:44:42.053-05:00I don't know the context the quote was in, but...I don't know the context the quote was in, but my take on "Tis an ill cook that cannot lick his own fingers" was a little different. The word 'ill' is a broad synonym for 'evil'. And the 'evil' cook can't lick his own fingers because he's poisoned the soup.<br /><br />I've been watching Celebrity Apprentice this season. I wasn't familiar with Rod Blagojevich's story at all, but they said enough for me to get he was another disgraced politician. <br /><br />Trump "fired" him 2 weeks ago. In my opinion, he came across as a useless, schmoozing wimp. He couldn't make a decision to save himself, iterally!Annettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02347232302896024104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-50944204838885445942010-04-13T20:39:16.011-05:002010-04-13T20:39:16.011-05:00Good evening all,
Late checking in today, missed y...Good evening all,<br />Late checking in today, missed yesterday entirely. I really enjoyed this puzzle today--for me it was easier than yesterday, when I had a number of erasures. Loved seeing the words DIADEM and TIARAS in the same grid. Knew DETOO, so DIADEM came easily, as I remembered the word from a hymn I first heard as a child. I didn't get the theme until getting to the unifying clue, but smiled when I did. Among favorite clues/fills was 72A Oedipus' arrogance, r.g.--FLAW.<br /><br />C.C.-Thank you for another wonderful interview. It is always so interesting to learn from the constructors' perspectives. Incidentally, in a recent post (Sunday, I think), I didn't mean for you to contact Rich about who had come up with the clue. Please forgive me if I was misleading. I was simply musing.<br /><br />Kazie--Congrats, belatedly! (Okay, after a recent discussion of "belated", I hope I got that right.)<br /><br />Lemonade--Flower vs. flour.....TOO funny!<br /><br />Cheers!MJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17409431043640770889noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-82068150987194922082010-04-13T20:37:19.654-05:002010-04-13T20:37:19.654-05:0049D Tried to rip open: TORE AT. I saw a great hi...49D Tried to rip open: TORE AT. I saw a great hint the other day about how to easily open that plastic packets so many products come in these days. Use a can opener! I haven't had an opportunity to try it yet, but anything's worth a try.<br /><br />The QOD reminds me of the similar saying about it being easier to ask for forgiveness afterwards, than for permission before.<br /><br />I didn't know what Diadem meant, but I had enough perps to guess it as a word I remember from an old hymn at church.Annettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02347232302896024104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-66453455491798937082010-04-13T19:09:45.549-05:002010-04-13T19:09:45.549-05:00Hello All--Another fun puzzle with no lookups--two...Hello All--Another fun puzzle with no lookups--two days in a row. My ego is beginning to expand. What will tomorrow bring?<br /><br />I do the across and downs together, so wanting ward, wing fell into place without a problem. I didn't even see Odin, gas and Mir until I came here and read Argyle's blog. Good job, by the way, Argyle.<br /><br />I didn't know Sci-fi-author Pohl, but it was easily filled in.<br /><br />Nell Carter had one of the nicest voices. I enjoyed her sitcom, Give Me A Break, but it was her singing that really made her a star.<br /><br />These are busy days for me, but I'm wondering, Jeannie, have you been shopping yet? Also, I've made your pork chop recipe a couple of times now and it is really delicious. Easy, too.<br /><br />Have a great evening, everyone.Chickiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18116766478313653724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-10622234917015655052010-04-13T18:12:02.291-05:002010-04-13T18:12:02.291-05:00Lemonade, good for you for finding the Dickinson p...Lemonade, good for you for finding the Dickinson poem. <br /><br />Frenchie, I couldn't remember the title and searched the phrase "In nature's diadem". It seems to have been a very popular poem line in the late 1800's. There are quite a few poems with that line or something very much like it. One of them, "Geraldine" by Martin Farquhar Tupper is 216 verses long. I won't bother linking that one! Another sweet little poem by Elizabeth F. Blanding is only 12 lines. I'll post that one tomorrow.Clear Ayeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14463641770718104835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-46106483393666274082010-04-13T18:10:04.680-05:002010-04-13T18:10:04.680-05:00Hi.
The on-line version of the Chron
carries the U...Hi.<br />The on-line version of the Chron<br />carries the Universal. Don't know<br />what the print copy has.<br /><br />Doesn't look as if the other falcon<br />egg is going hatch.<br /><br />eddyBeddyBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00905272532346939000noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-58602998952944351312010-04-13T17:06:36.292-05:002010-04-13T17:06:36.292-05:00An interesting poem from a most prolific poet Sky...An interesting poem from a most prolific poet <a href="http://earlywomenmasters.net/dickinson/ed_1075/index.html" rel="nofollow"> Sky is Low </a>.Lemonade714https://www.blogger.com/profile/13642909374639570868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-3806713734624470422010-04-13T16:32:27.106-05:002010-04-13T16:32:27.106-05:00C.C. and folk:
I did the c/w late last night, it ...C.C. and folk:<br /><br />I did the c/w late last night, it occupied my span of sleeplessness. My husband and friends went on a week long rafting trip on the Great Salt River. They left yesterday morning. It's me and my 3 dogs here holding up the fort. I get scared when I stay home alone in this 3 story house.<br /> <br />Enough about me, now the puzzle. Gimme a break was my feeling about the theme. It went way over my head until I came here. The interview (good job, C.C.,) helped me to understand the simplicity and playful spirit Mr. Cromer was expressing (good Job, Mr. Cromer...may I call you Dave? lol)<br /> <br />My favorite clue/answer was social service-tea set.<br /><br />@Jeannie and CA or anyone?, in reference to diadem,the word and poetry, I call to mind a poem that seems to be in the style of Emily Dickinson, "...caught (?) in nature's diadem," being the last line???<br /><br />@ARBAON, my prayers go out to you! I wish for success of the procedure and for your eyes/sight.<br /><br />I'm out!Frenchiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09121204927549427122noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-45490928507135713662010-04-13T16:22:28.649-05:002010-04-13T16:22:28.649-05:00Anon- The San francisco Chronicle carries the LAT ...Anon- The San francisco Chronicle carries the LAT puzzle seven days a week. The puzzle is published in real time. Today's LAT puzzle is in today's Chronicle.Jeromehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06174332800591939009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-27948281395453572742010-04-13T15:59:01.263-05:002010-04-13T15:59:01.263-05:00Does anyone know if San Francisco Chronicle carrie...Does anyone know if San Francisco Chronicle carries LA Times puzzle?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-58663931513270272172010-04-13T15:23:33.349-05:002010-04-13T15:23:33.349-05:00Because I wanted "near to my heart," mid...Because I wanted "near to <i>my</i> heart," middle right gave me some problems, but that`s all. "List of options" was a clever clue as was "social service."<br /><br />I went back and read yesterdays personal post and it <b>did</b> sound like it was my eyes. I`m so sorry to have mis-led you...the eyes in question belong to the person I`m chauffer for. Thank you for the well wishes anyway. You are all most kind and yes, it is macular degeneration, "wet" in the worst eye, "dry in the other.<br />My worst eye problem is that I see things only one way: <b>mine</b>.<br /><br />The novel set in Minn. is a light, inspirational one called "Aprons On A Clothesline" by Traci Depree. I also have a Belva Plain one going: "Carousel." <br /><br />On the OZYMANDIAS note: We tend to forget that no one gets out of this world alive. It has been said that Alexander the Great wept, while still in his 20`s, that "there were no more worlds to conquer." And he too died. The wisest man who ever lived said, "then whose shall these things be?" Puts it in perspective, doesn`t it.<br /><br />Thank you again for your well-wishes...I`ll pass them along.ARBAONnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-22536681024590804682010-04-13T15:18:53.357-05:002010-04-13T15:18:53.357-05:00C.C. Thanks for the reminder about the Ozymandias...C.C. Thanks for the reminder about the Ozymandias discussion. I'm glad I was pretty sure @11:17 that it had been posted before.<br /><br />Also interesting was the reference to former governor Rod Blagojevich. I don't watch the show, but I've seen TV ads showing he has been on Donald Trump's show "The Apprentice" this season. Power certainly is transitory.Clear Ayeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14463641770718104835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-77308330282167538342010-04-13T14:48:25.998-05:002010-04-13T14:48:25.998-05:00Then JD response:
"Clear Ayes, enjoyed Shelle...Then JD response:<br />"Clear Ayes, enjoyed Shelley's sonnet. I used that poem when I taught 6th graders about ancient Egypt. I did not go into how Ozymandias symbolizes political power, but used it to refer to the mighty works of Ramsesses II. Shelley wrote it for a contest and was inspired by a colossal statue of R. II that had just arrived at the British Museum. His poem paraphrases the inscription on its base: "King of kings I am Ozymandias. If anyone would know how great I am and where I lie, let him surpass me of my works."<br /><br />Then Clear Ayes again:<br /><br />JD, The loser in the Ozymandias contest was On a Stupendous Leg of Granite, Discovered Standing by Itself in the Deserts of Egypt, with the Inscription Inserted Below by Shelley's friend Horace Smith. It is not surprising that Smith's poem didn't catch on the same way Shelley's poem did. It was noted in a New York Times article a few years ago, when comparing the two poems, "Genius may also be knowing how to title a poem."Zhouqin (C.C.) Burnikelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12750267554729853785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-3188973316000640402010-04-13T14:46:44.639-05:002010-04-13T14:46:44.639-05:00Clear Ayes,
The OZYMANDIAS poem looks very familia...Clear Ayes,<br />The OZYMANDIAS poem looks very familiar. Look at what I found in our past thread:<br /><br />From Clear Ayes (December 9, 2008 11:44am)<br /><br />The clue of MARY Shelley reminded me of this favorite Percy Bysshe Shelley poem. Ozymandias, one of his more famous poems, is about the transitory nature of power.<br /><br />Doesitinink, Perhaps, Illinois' governor(s) should have paid attention when they read this one in English literature class.<br /><br />(then the poem...)Zhouqin (C.C.) Burnikelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12750267554729853785noreply@blogger.com