tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post4769095172026469908..comments2024-03-28T02:28:44.292-05:00Comments on L.A.Times Crossword Corner: Tuesday, April 8, 2014 Jason Chapnick and Marti DuGuay-CarpenterZhouqin (C.C.) Burnikelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12750267554729853785noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-50988853082010998922014-04-09T12:45:34.765-05:002014-04-09T12:45:34.765-05:00Yellowrocks,
I would love to talk about the Noh,...Yellowrocks,<br /> I would love to talk about the Noh, but I need to keep it short while I struggle through unfinished chapters of a deadlined book. <br /> I have never been to Japan (on my bucket list!), but I have seen a number of native companies on tour in this country and in Scotland, & researched the theater traditions over several years, starting with an epic drama I staged back in '81 ("Flight of the Sea Warriors") which related parts of the mythic and actual history of Japan over several indoor and outdoor stages, each of several acts staged in Kabuki, Noh, Bunraku, and realistic styles. (Ending with the nightly conflagration of a 14' high Torii gate to represent Hiroshima.) <br />If I can dig up any photos (in garaged boxes) I may send some via email. <br />I lived for many years with a lovely Japanese lady. She was involved in the production (and probably intensified my interest in the theme). My theatrical interest is that no other culture seems to have used theater to make romantic idealism into its own style. The rules for Noh make it more a ritual than the typical theater--almost on the same par as a tea ceremony. To perform a Noh is to acknowledge the imperfection of realism, and to do it well can only be judged by the Noh master, not the audience. Ol' Man Keith https://www.blogger.com/profile/02073553138045178596noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-48477847091998251232014-04-09T01:29:42.480-05:002014-04-09T01:29:42.480-05:00Bill G - I did a little research and it appears th...Bill G - I did a little research and it appears there is something called 'laplink' that will help me transfer data, so I just need to bite the bullet and go pick something out. Maybe I'll spring for a wireless printer while I'm at it. I just pictured retirement to mean I wouldn't have to do all those annoying tasks anymore...boy did I miss that one. <br /><br />Glad you're enjoying Arthur. I now need to see it again and have some laughs, maybe while I'm setting up a new computer???<br /><br />Congrats to our constructors. I did the puzzle late last night and wished I could share with somebody but knew I'd be in a little bit of trouble, so I politely kept quiet. And WEES, how many more of our fellow bloggers are going to join the production line???kjinkchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03785269427684459917noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-58677388849742163492014-04-09T01:11:45.560-05:002014-04-09T01:11:45.560-05:00Lucina, I think you are right. It's supposed t...Lucina, I think you are right. It's supposed to start cooling off here in a day or so. You won't be far behind.<br /> <br />[314159265359]Bill G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04142837879175561312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-9484319165013576122014-04-09T01:00:50.908-05:002014-04-09T01:00:50.908-05:00BillG:
Today, for the first time this season, I ha...BillG:<br />Today, for the first time this season, I had to turn on the A/C. It's much too early but I believe it will cool down later this week. For a while anyway. I envy you the cool sea breezes.Lucinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16278649651081244724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-50739351825378209212014-04-09T00:40:01.936-05:002014-04-09T00:40:01.936-05:00kjinkc: You mentioned your old computer last night...kjinkc: You mentioned your old computer last night. I have an iMac that's several years old. It's still perfectly functional but I will have to get a new one before too long. I heard on the news today that your operating system, Windows XP, won't be supported anymore and will become increasingly subject to hacks. I don't know what to suggest but you may have to bite the bullet. I hope you can some help so it won't be too unpleasant.<br /><br />No A/C here. Thank goodness it's not as hot as where FP lives. It was nice down at the beach for a short bike ride today.<br /><br />I'm sure enjoying watching "Arthur" again.<br /><br />[314159265359]Bill G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04142837879175561312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-72555296728788751862014-04-09T00:34:58.672-05:002014-04-09T00:34:58.672-05:00It reached 94 today. Sigh. It's starting.It reached 94 today. Sigh. It's starting.Lucinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16278649651081244724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-88821986534704090782014-04-09T00:04:32.416-05:002014-04-09T00:04:32.416-05:00Fermatprime ...
You have my sympathy with the hea...Fermatprime ...<br /><br />You have my sympathy with the heat... and the hopes that the a/c still works... :) usually I test mine by now... but no.... not this year... :) 76 on my deck right now and 89 in my room.... :) :) counting on it cooling down... :) :)<br /><br />Enjoyed the puzzle and had to chuckle at the Nixon reference... :) :) hehe<br /><br />Thanx to Argyle, Marti and Lemonaide... <br /><br />thelma :) aka thelmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16648450259770808588noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-20456559875859431872014-04-08T23:46:47.015-05:002014-04-08T23:46:47.015-05:00Loved the puzzle today, only the center gave me a ...Loved the puzzle today, only the center gave me a few problems. Still don't get the Nixon connection though I see the rhyming of cartoon characters. I think it is great that the bloggers are now writing the puzzles!<br /><br />Really warm in L.A. Today. Tried to do laundry but the machine died in the rinse cycle. Took it as a sign to do the puzzle and sit by the a/c.Maci45https://www.blogger.com/profile/07678580163776078289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-39867662643590686682014-04-08T22:04:51.476-05:002014-04-08T22:04:51.476-05:00Keith, I am interested in your experiences with No...Keith, I am interested in your experiences with Noh and would love to hear about them. If you are so inclined and have the time maybe you might email me.<br /><br />Yellowrockshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09590216912123103432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-52151909694455142902014-04-08T21:18:44.786-05:002014-04-08T21:18:44.786-05:00Greetings!
Great offering, Marti and Lemon! Thank...Greetings!<br /><br />Great offering, Marti and Lemon! Thanks! Swell review, Santa!<br /><br />No nits! Tripped on the RARA at first.<br /><br />Holy smokes! It's HOT in my room. Hopefully air conditioner still works! <br /><br />Am listening to the dialogue someone posted. It goes on forever. It is correct about Splenda, Aspartame, etc. Guy uses "for you and I", regrettably. Does it ever end?<br /><br />Dennis: hope all is well!<br /><br />Cheers!<br /><br />fermatprimehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06391014624435192426noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-19804055967218827592014-04-08T21:03:33.532-05:002014-04-08T21:03:33.532-05:00i like the police STING, or even the movie, but re...i like the police STING, or even the movie, but remember the final clues are not all oursLemonade714https://www.blogger.com/profile/13642909374639570868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-34251565142935766342014-04-08T20:36:13.136-05:002014-04-08T20:36:13.136-05:00Congrats Lemon & Marti on a fun Tuesday puzzle...Congrats Lemon & Marti on a fun Tuesday puzzle. <br /><br />WEES. Only partial nit - I consider TNT a short form and clue of "demolition need" did not indicate that to me. I filled in from the perps.CanadianEh!https://www.blogger.com/profile/05688358229402732332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-67329074495624679622014-04-08T20:12:49.477-05:002014-04-08T20:12:49.477-05:00Glad to hear from you, Dennis...hope all goes well...Glad to hear from you, Dennis...hope all goes well.ARBAONnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-6168141340664748902014-04-08T19:59:37.310-05:002014-04-08T19:59:37.310-05:00Lemony: I had no problem with the bee bites. As an...Lemony: I had no problem with the bee bites. As an alternative how about "police cons" or "bee attacks" as a clue for "stings"oc4beachnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-80715774007289394672014-04-08T18:07:34.419-05:002014-04-08T18:07:34.419-05:00Anon @ 10:26, thanks for pointing that out. But t...Anon @ 10:26, thanks for pointing that out. But the theme was intended to be FUN-Y, with all the rhymes ending in -Y. One theme entry that we decided not to use was BUGS SHRUGS, since it did not end with the same sound. <br /><br />I really enjoy comments like that, because it makes me think more about "consistency" in the next puzzle.HeartRxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08786026973246127946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-86314117157658043592014-04-08T17:33:12.079-05:002014-04-08T17:33:12.079-05:00Hi All:
Not being a Sunday solver, I missed LEM&#...Hi All:<br /><br />Not being a Sunday solver, I missed LEM's IPO. Thanks for making it up for me with Marti today! Argyle - thanks for the writeup.<br /><br />What I noticed is all the religions were covered. We had Mythology (SATYR), Judeo-Christian (ARKS count), Jewish (HORAS), ISLAM, Satanism (SANTA)*, Baseball, and Cartoons! <br /><br />Sorry, was that too UN-PC?<br />SEE what I did there? :-)<br /><br />Wonderful perp-able puzzle!<br /><br />IM - True procrastination: I filed my automatic extension on the way to the airport.<br /><br />Cheers, -T<br />*at least that's what mom taught us during her extreme years...Anonymous Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00459563526290288425noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-73183392151172714722014-04-08T17:26:16.005-05:002014-04-08T17:26:16.005-05:00Hey Linda, how are you?
Yes, Dennis please let us...Hey Linda, how are you?<br /><br />Yes, Dennis please let us know you are fine.Lemonade714https://www.blogger.com/profile/13642909374639570868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-81132708080994335882014-04-08T17:25:24.545-05:002014-04-08T17:25:24.545-05:00The point of the bee bite clue was that it is not ...The point of the bee bite clue was that it is not a bite but a STING. Made sense at the time.<br /><br />I agree about the hefty pal of Bullwinkle, but as you know clues change. If those two are the only nits I am very pleased with the reaction. Thank you all.Lemonade714https://www.blogger.com/profile/13642909374639570868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-10759515678610314692014-04-08T17:01:27.742-05:002014-04-08T17:01:27.742-05:00Great puzzle, you two!
Dennis, you MUST have be...Great puzzle, you two! <br /><br />Dennis, you MUST have been worried about the procedure; you didn't make a comment about TIT. Hope all went well.<br /><br />I am so UNPC...Qlihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02953464288856767755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-46703562339645868002014-04-08T16:55:45.134-05:002014-04-08T16:55:45.134-05:00Dennis: Good to hear from you. Hope and pray th...Dennis: Good to hear from you. Hope and pray things go well for your procedure.<br />Jimbo: If you`re still lurking...please check in.Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06457316489674295230noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-15681696585844401112014-04-08T15:47:41.585-05:002014-04-08T15:47:41.585-05:00Never mind, Tin seems to have covered the bee bite...Never mind, Tin seems to have covered the bee bite/sting issueMichaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01972901582919225665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-5629331503253505112014-04-08T15:45:08.591-05:002014-04-08T15:45:08.591-05:00Is a bee string really a bite?Is a bee string really a bite?Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01972901582919225665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-52096070107967310252014-04-08T15:38:28.339-05:002014-04-08T15:38:28.339-05:00Lemon
Bullwinkle's hefty (or sturdy, chunky, h...Lemon<br />Bullwinkle's hefty (or sturdy, chunky, heavy, heavyset ... pick-one) pal?<br /><br />BEE STINGS bring back memories.<br />BEE BITES ... well I don't think I've ever been bitten ...<br />I don't think bees bite people.<br /><br />Oh, earlier I forgot to pick my favorite answer. Yeah! It was TIT ...Tinbenihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14661395078047234853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-6425337547763990582014-04-08T15:33:51.122-05:002014-04-08T15:33:51.122-05:00Related to last night's good times, I found &q...Related to last night's good times, I found "Arthur" on cable late last night and recorded it. It makes me smile and laugh more than any other movie I can recall.<br /><br />Tin, I think you're right about STOCKY though it's close enough that I didn't notice it as it went by. How about "A heavy-set version of Bullwinkle's pal?"<br /><br />Regarding my railroad pocket watch, the stem at the top is only for daily winding. There's a small bar that keeps it from being lifted, though I don't know if that would set the watch either. So how do you think you adjust the time setting? (Until I acquired the watch, I had no idea.)<br /><br />[314159265359]Bill G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04142837879175561312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-22991978680076106472014-04-08T15:03:33.656-05:002014-04-08T15:03:33.656-05:00Tin what would be your clue to derive STOCKY ROCKY...Tin what would be your clue to derive STOCKY ROCKY as the fill?<br /><br />BEE BITES always brings back memoriesLemonade714https://www.blogger.com/profile/13642909374639570868noreply@blogger.com