tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post5935363222923532001..comments2024-03-29T08:35:40.450-05:00Comments on L.A.Times Crossword Corner: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 Michael DeweyZhouqin (C.C.) Burnikelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12750267554729853785noreply@blogger.comBlogger77125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-19907950594335990762012-04-25T02:06:36.483-05:002012-04-25T02:06:36.483-05:00Welcome, Ivan. What brought you by?Welcome, Ivan. What brought you by?Argylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09472446316589207365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-87003219075383896742012-04-25T01:07:41.730-05:002012-04-25T01:07:41.730-05:00First time catching this blog, and what a great jo...First time catching this blog, and what a great job you did, especially with the opening rundown.Ivan Borodinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04952789049516395080noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-32046467366316206392012-04-24T22:59:07.067-05:002012-04-24T22:59:07.067-05:00PK, thanks. I am anxious to give Jance a try. I wo...PK, thanks. I am anxious to give Jance a try. I would like a suggestion about what series and books to start with. Which are your favorites?<br /><br />I have always gotten books before but my kids gave my a Nook as a present so I am anxious to try something with it.Bill G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04142837879175561312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-10385278896194676102012-04-24T22:32:21.127-05:002012-04-24T22:32:21.127-05:00BillG, if you are a Parker fan, you might like Stu...BillG, if you are a Parker fan, you might like Stuart Woods. He writes a sparser dialogue in his more recent stuff. Very prolific. His earlier books were better, I think, but I buy everything he does. My favorite are "White Cargo", "Deep Lie" and "Run Before the Wind". <br /><br />I don't know why you wouldn't like J.A. Jance. She has four series going. Do you buy? Books or electronic reader? I'd recommend Googling a web page of the author where you can get synopses and see what you think.PKnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-48217567246757263122012-04-24T22:13:50.905-05:002012-04-24T22:13:50.905-05:00Gena Rowlands did a very fine job as the mother of...Gena Rowlands did a very fine job as the mother of Gibbs' murdered wife a couple of years ago. She also did a fine Betty Ford, and even worked on Peyton PlaceLemonade714https://www.blogger.com/profile/13642909374639570868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-25895293828913074452012-04-24T21:00:39.116-05:002012-04-24T21:00:39.116-05:00PK, I'm missing reading Robert B. Parker now t...PK, I'm missing reading Robert B. Parker now that he's no longer among us. Good characters and dialog. What about Jance? Is she an author I might like? If so, which book would be a good place to start?Bill G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04142837879175561312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-13282555741849368992012-04-24T19:43:18.115-05:002012-04-24T19:43:18.115-05:00Dennis: You always soldier on!Dennis: You always soldier on!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-67351866969203189662012-04-24T19:32:53.396-05:002012-04-24T19:32:53.396-05:00I too think Gena Rowlands is a wonderful actress, ...I too think Gena Rowlands is a wonderful actress, and that she and John Cassavetes and Peter Falk did terrific work together. Am glad LA CW Addict and Hahtoolah have drawn attention to her impressive work.Mistynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-4369919959774263192012-04-24T18:27:50.507-05:002012-04-24T18:27:50.507-05:00LA CW Addict: Gene Rowlands was also in A Woman U...LA CW Addict: Gene Rowlands was also in <a href="http://rogerebert.suntimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/19980114/REVIEWS08/401010375/1023" rel="nofollow">A Woman Under the Influence</a>, which was directed by her husband, John Cassavetes. I agree, she has enormous talent.Hahtoolahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03439791473590708547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-28375169188716393462012-04-24T18:16:24.833-05:002012-04-24T18:16:24.833-05:00Forgot to mention, the movie was made for televisi...Forgot to mention, the movie was made for television, back around 1979. Gena was married to John Cassavetes, an actor, who appeared on Columbo a number of times. He is deceased now. I also think Gena guest-starred on Columbo a few times. She was good there too!LA CW Addictnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-17533410936008788982012-04-24T18:04:50.293-05:002012-04-24T18:04:50.293-05:00I didn't see any mention of Gena Rowlands, oth...I didn't see any mention of Gena Rowlands, other than a few comments that nobody's ever heard of her. This is a shame; she is an accomplished actress (up in years by now I would imagine). One of my favorite movies is called "Strangers, the Story of a Mother and Daughter." She starred in this with Bette Davis, and I absolutely loved it. The performances from both women were top-notch. It reminded me of the relationship I had with my own Mother (not that great). I bought a used VHS version of it from Amazon, but cannot play it because my VCR doesn't work anymore. I think you all should see the movie if you get a chance, it has lots to offer and an unforgettable ending.<br /><br />Never heard of ORCS or SERT, so messed that up. Did not know middle-earth had to do with Tolkien. I also screwed up Trekkie- had Trekkee, so missed Genii. Oh well, better luck tomorrow! Overall though, I really enjoyed all the cool fill in this puzzle, especially SHERPA and SPELUNK. Argyle - I liked the way you explained the theme clues with photographs. Different, but nice, and it served the purpose!LA CW Addictnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-37262341968402853032012-04-24T17:39:19.236-05:002012-04-24T17:39:19.236-05:00Yellowrocks:
I just now had a chance to read the a...Yellowrocks:<br />I just now had a chance to read the article on "Bees Knees" and it almost bowled me over! That is fascinating!<br />Thank you for posting it.Lucinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16278649651081244724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-28148532060816135692012-04-24T17:24:41.581-05:002012-04-24T17:24:41.581-05:00I went now...to the Moody Blues' "Go Now&...I went now...to the Moody Blues' "Go Now" and discovered they weren't the first to record it. Forthwith, Bessie Banks and <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prlWGe2EHro" rel="nofollow">Go Now</a>(2:46).Argylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09472446316589207365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-70062774921571497202012-04-24T17:18:26.260-05:002012-04-24T17:18:26.260-05:00Spitzboov & Dotto: thanks for the info. After ...Spitzboov & Dotto: thanks for the info. After reading the early post with azimuth, figured it had to be a star. But thought it sounded more like a man-made satellite. What a strange name. <br /><br />Eddie & GarlicGal: I've read all of Jance & Connelly and eagerly await new ones. Some I've read several times.<br />I'm about 2/3 through the Sara Paretsky series right now. Don't like hers as well as the other two.PKnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-9630858301868632622012-04-24T17:06:51.124-05:002012-04-24T17:06:51.124-05:00I agree that Michael Dewey has a great future in c...I agree that Michael Dewey has a great future in crosswords! 1A was my favorite clue. <br /><br />Loved SPELUNK, a great word from my childhood reading., Wanted Gnats for "lamp dweller" at first. Tis the season for the little pests already. By the time they end up in the lamp, they are dead, so not really "dwelling", I suppose.<br /><br />Thanks to Yellowrocks for the info on bee's knees. Fun to find out where phrases come from.Qlihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02953464288856767755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-49909585841860013492012-04-24T17:06:43.269-05:002012-04-24T17:06:43.269-05:00Garlic Gal.
The Beaumont novels take place in Sea...Garlic Gal.<br /><br />The Beaumont novels take place in Seattle. There are 20 of them so far. Happy reading. The other JA Jance novels take place in Sedona and down around Tucson, AZ. <br /><br />Jance is a word smith.<br /><br />Almost ready to start Connelly' 9 Dragons. He is an unlisted co-author on the Nikki Heat series and plays poker on Castle with<br />Patterson.<br /><br />eddyeddyBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00905272532346939000noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-86771191324634951612012-04-24T16:30:54.336-05:002012-04-24T16:30:54.336-05:00Hi All ~~
A fun puzzle today and as others have ...Hi All ~~<br /><br />A fun puzzle today and as others have said a bit tougher than a usual Tuesday. I really enjoyed your write-up, Argyle ... lots of good info and wonderful graphics and links.<br /><br />~~ I shouted "Hallelujah" last night when the Red Sox finally won a game. (Sorry, C.C)<br /><br />~~ Like Husker Gary, I thought of the Moody Blues with 41A - GO NOW<br /><br />~~ I've been a bit (OK, a lot) pre-occupied with decisions to be made regarding my kitty ... she had more blood work done last week. The vet called today and we're going ahead with treatment for what appears to be Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Some injections and more tests coming on Thursday. She certainly doesn't act like she's not feeling well ... for that I am grateful.<br /><br />~~ Happy Anniversary to you and your wife, Abejo, and my best wishes also to your mother.LaLaLindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14614753577019280766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-66393818022072588912012-04-24T15:58:13.719-05:002012-04-24T15:58:13.719-05:00For once I realy liked todays puzzle. FUN FUN. Exc...For once I realy liked todays puzzle. FUN FUN. Except "earn". I saw Tony Sapranos uncle Junior use the word "Earn." I dont think he meant honestly. HEH HEH.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-13903668872718326702012-04-24T15:53:36.847-05:002012-04-24T15:53:36.847-05:00Maybe "last album released" should have ...Maybe "last album released" should have been in clue instead of studio.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-43420142816715530412012-04-24T15:52:00.945-05:002012-04-24T15:52:00.945-05:00I remember when items made in Japan were considere...I remember when items made in Japan were considered inferior and unworthy of purchase. Japan named a city USA so that products could be stamped "made in USA." Shortly after WWII some items (kids cars for example) were made from metal from cans and if you turned the car over, you frequently could read part of the can's original label.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-55165893618362052172012-04-24T15:21:40.158-05:002012-04-24T15:21:40.158-05:00anon@3:10, yeah, I agree, but she appears to be cl...anon@3:10, yeah, I agree, but she appears to be clothed...<br /><br />One must judge the complete package.Dennishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05476669744435495547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-14603691181613867192012-04-24T15:10:41.798-05:002012-04-24T15:10:41.798-05:00Do ya`ll agree?<a href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2132896/Florence-Colgate-Girl-Britains-beautiful-face.html" rel="nofollow">Do ya`ll agree?</a>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-23239020210348796052012-04-24T15:01:34.872-05:002012-04-24T15:01:34.872-05:00Abejo, happy anniversary to you and your wife. Doe...Abejo, happy anniversary to you and your wife. Doesn't time fly? And I hope your mother is able to enjoy her happy day as well. Was it intentional that you married on her birthday? What a fun way to remember two important events!<br /><br />I really loved this puzzle - just enough snap to make it interesting, but simple enough for a Tuesday. Since I'm really late to the party today, I'll just sit back and enjoy the links that you all have so thoughtfully provided. <br /><br />Every puzzle unwraps all kinds of interesting tidbits. But today, I had an eye-opener with YR's "Bee's Knees" link @ 7:28. I always wondered about that expression...now I know!<br /><br />Have a nice evening everyone!HeartRxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08786026973246127946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-86370857762564763992012-04-24T14:53:14.274-05:002012-04-24T14:53:14.274-05:00Happy Anniversary Abejo
Porky Pig Blooper, (we ma...<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=knp9-GY6fHE" rel="nofollow">Happy Anniversary</a> Abejo<br /><br />Porky Pig <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hI4otTziYjk&feature=related" rel="nofollow">Blooper</a>, (we may have had this b/4, but too good to pass up)<br /><br />Here is the <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40f774O5YHM" rel="nofollow">secret to the missing link.</a>CrossEyedDavehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09745913007262424048noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-21937667135323743292012-04-24T14:19:15.300-05:002012-04-24T14:19:15.300-05:00Abejo,
Happy anniversary and a birthday wish for y...Abejo,<br />Happy anniversary and a birthday wish for your mother. I hope she is able to celebrate even in a small way.<br /><br />Anon @ 1:05,<br />Read the link Argyle provided in the original blog today. The song "Let it Be" was recorded earlier but not the album.kaziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06761801803016465459noreply@blogger.com