tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post7059035940977291177..comments2024-03-28T14:50:17.404-05:00Comments on L.A.Times Crossword Corner: Thursday June 25, 2009 John LampkinZhouqin (C.C.) Burnikelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12750267554729853785noreply@blogger.comBlogger86125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-64111011222751300052009-06-26T22:34:05.509-05:002009-06-26T22:34:05.509-05:00@windhover&argyle So nice to see you guys shar...@windhover&argyle So nice to see you guys sharing an interest. Kind of like sitting on the front porch after supper with a glass of iced tea and swapping stories. C.C. has certainly created a forum that has allowed us to build this virtual family. THANK YOU, C.C.!!!<br /><br />Good to see you back amongst us, Santa. Hope your 'puter problems are safely solved.Crockett1947https://www.blogger.com/profile/06404431645533093707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-10754464095153055902009-06-26T12:49:25.588-05:002009-06-26T12:49:25.588-05:00Good morning, everyone.
I haven't been able t...Good morning, everyone.<br /><br />I haven't been able to get the puzzle off the cruciverb.com archives at my accustomed 7pm PDT. Looks like it will now not be available until late, just like on the LAT site. Sigh. I was in such a nice rhythm there. Oh well, everything changes.<br /><br />That said, I was solving online at the LAT site and inadvertently clicked outside the puzzle and lost everything three times. After that, it was time to bag it and use the cruciverb one this morning. It fills up the screen, so it doesn't disappear on an errant click.<br /><br />As jerome said, I knew the words, it's the clues that made dredging them up a challenge. I did not know LANAPE, ILONA, NOLA, ISLAS. <br /><br />*Went to the Canary Islands once and was disappointed to find there were no canaries there. On that same trip went to the Virgin Islands -- there weren't any canaries there either!<br /><br />I wanted INT for passbook abbr. Do passbooks still exist? I can remember going into the People's Savings and Loan to deposit money and the passbook would be placed in the machine and you'd have a complete detail of your transactions in one place. Before the machine, it was all done by hand, of course. Yep, older than dirt.<br /><br />@danabw No need to apologize -- different strokes for different folks. How nice that you were able to take in a Yankees game with the familial connection.<br /><br />Have a great Friday!<br /><br />*Not really, just an old barbershop joke.Crockett1947https://www.blogger.com/profile/06404431645533093707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-80956451562427988162009-06-26T01:47:32.139-05:002009-06-26T01:47:32.139-05:00Lemonade714, I am so sorry for your loss. Everythi...Lemonade714, I am so sorry for your loss. Everything has been said by this wonderful group, so I will just say your family is in my prayers.tobyleehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07200606013972676744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-71370816032095870072009-06-26T01:33:03.632-05:002009-06-26T01:33:03.632-05:00LemonDCCXIV, hopefully, you and many others will r...LemonDCCXIV, hopefully, you and many others will remember <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wG6Cgmgn5U&feature=related" rel="nofollow">this</a> , and know it is a heartfelt sentimentality.Thomashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17792133327936842987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-84353284614783357002009-06-26T01:31:36.973-05:002009-06-26T01:31:36.973-05:00lemonade, so sorry to hear. prayers on this end.lemonade, so sorry to hear. prayers on this end.melissa beehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11617567775900623609noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-89629590610844678202009-06-26T00:31:45.920-05:002009-06-26T00:31:45.920-05:00Lemonade,
I would like to add my condolences to yo...Lemonade,<br />I would like to add my condolences to you on the loss of your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.Chickiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18116766478313653724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-53240043541671688832009-06-26T00:20:58.799-05:002009-06-26T00:20:58.799-05:00LemonDCCXIV,
Wow, I can't imagine what you wen...LemonDCCXIV,<br />Wow, I can't imagine what you went through and are going through. My sympathies and grief for your loss of Barry, but congratulations and my happiness for Aaron and the new addition of his bride to your family. (<i>That</i> was a weird sentence to write!) Sincerely, my inadequate words cannot convey the feeling of hopelessness I have to comfort or advise you in this time of such emotional swings. <br /><br />As you know, I have taken my Loon and gone home, but I <i>had</i> to reach out to you at this time, to let you know that I consider you my friend, that you are not alone, and with Uncle Wind, that I felt you were one of my special buddy's on this silly crossword blog (all things considered!). The honesty and sincerity of the commentator's for all else crosswordese is a special thing, and not to be found in too many other places. Take our words, hold them close, and look for the proverbial 'light'. Tie a knot in the end of the rope and hang in there, pal!<br /><br />TJ in OsseoThomashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17792133327936842987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-10672698676593925342009-06-25T23:21:31.328-05:002009-06-25T23:21:31.328-05:00Lemonade,
I must add my condolences to the many al...Lemonade,<br />I must add my condolences to the many already given. What emotional turmoil for you and the whole family at the time which should have been joyous for all.<br /><br />Take the time you need to grieve, later you can enjoy the wedding photos and remember the happiness of that day too.<br /><br />The public losses this week are a reality check for us all, but not as much as a personal loss in one's own family.kaziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06761801803016465459noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-32508064859520029532009-06-25T23:17:29.486-05:002009-06-25T23:17:29.486-05:00Crockett, I am friends with Sierra's parents. ...Crockett, I am friends with Sierra's parents. Jim is a big, burly guy and is a GREAT role model for Brady. He is really trying not to be too protective of Sierra but yesterday put him over the "edge" so to speak. He had to work late tonight so I haven't heard about the "talk." I am pretty sure between Brady and Jim there won't be too many more problems in the neighborhood. I have decided to keep out of it as I can't get through to the Mom of Josh. Enough....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-46760753119383586582009-06-25T22:48:17.485-05:002009-06-25T22:48:17.485-05:00@tarrajo I think you've taken the correct appr...@tarrajo I think you've taken the correct approach with Sierra's dad. He should be able to put a little necessary fear of whatever into the jerk.Crockett1947https://www.blogger.com/profile/06404431645533093707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-24995811291913137872009-06-25T22:46:47.545-05:002009-06-25T22:46:47.545-05:00@lemonade As the others have said, I'm sorry f...@lemonade As the others have said, I'm sorry for your loss. He will always be in your memories and will pop up at the strangest of times. Cherish those good memories.<br /><br />Peace to you.Crockett1947https://www.blogger.com/profile/06404431645533093707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-25643117851066376002009-06-25T22:12:36.547-05:002009-06-25T22:12:36.547-05:00Lemonade, that is one thing I noticed about this s...Lemonade, that is one thing I noticed about this somewhat eclectic group. You can come here and share your triumphs and griefs and be rest assured they will take it to bed with them, mull it over and probably come up with something to try to make you feel better the next day.<br />In my opinion only time will do that, as I can't imagine losing my "mirror self." My thoughts are with you.<br /><br />I, being a single mom have many challenges in my life and it really helps me to air them here even though they aren't crossword related. Thanks to all of you that give advice. BTW on a happy note, tonight was soccer night and the score was 5-2 in our favor. Brady 2 goals with 2 assists; Sierra 1 goal with 2 assists. Sierra's dad had a talk with Josh and his mom. I am staying out of it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-56826231559220196872009-06-25T22:06:56.940-05:002009-06-25T22:06:56.940-05:00Lemonade DCCXIV:
Like the others, I send my condo...Lemonade DCCXIV:<br /><br />Like the others, I send my condolences on the loss of your brother. I had noticed your absence here but assumed it was wedding related. News such as this makes those of us who are well past a half century of living consider our own mortality. I sometimes hear people scoff at the idea of an Internet family or community; a year ago I might have done so myself. But this group has become in<br />many respects just that, people who miss and ask about you if you're missing for any length of time, and who obviously and genuinely care about you and your daily fortunes. All our thoughts and good wishes are with you as you deal with your loss. And I don't believe there is any off-topic when it concerns a member of the "family".windhoverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09185847697518005172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-4772978663383584002009-06-25T21:59:42.023-05:002009-06-25T21:59:42.023-05:00Lemonade -
Just want to join all our friends here ...Lemonade -<br />Just want to join all our friends here in offering my sincerest condolences.Jazzbumpahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07337490817307473659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-56044092599346421772009-06-25T21:52:04.730-05:002009-06-25T21:52:04.730-05:00Lemonade, I am so very sorry for your loss! A sib...Lemonade, I am so very sorry for your loss! A sibling is so special and he will be in your heart forever, so you can be warmed by his memory.carolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01863837914353193182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-81452162036993920052009-06-25T21:24:08.890-05:002009-06-25T21:24:08.890-05:00Lemonade I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. ...Lemonade I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.mariposahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02857936256332631236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-52553420684945646562009-06-25T21:21:00.513-05:002009-06-25T21:21:00.513-05:00Lemonade,
So very sorry about your brother; it lea...Lemonade,<br />So very sorry about your brother; it leaves a hole in your heart. I lost my sister at the same age a few years ago.If you were close, you will always feel him with you.<br /><br />Crockett, Elissa and Melissa Bee, great new pictures!!<br /><br />Did anyone have catfish today? really?JDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04789723171543457661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-9972053573476939002009-06-25T21:19:33.777-05:002009-06-25T21:19:33.777-05:00Lemonade,
We are thinking of you. Hopefully you ...Lemonade,<br /><br />We are thinking of you. Hopefully you have many happy memories in your heart.KQhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03265126111013180472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-11067143373659294852009-06-25T21:16:12.145-05:002009-06-25T21:16:12.145-05:00Lemonade:
So sorry for your loss.
My sister is st...Lemonade:<br />So sorry for your loss. <br />My sister is stage 3 with ovarian cancer. <br />Much hugs for you,<br />GeriAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-78611932233908274152009-06-25T21:11:56.309-05:002009-06-25T21:11:56.309-05:00Lemonade, my deepest sympathy, and hopefully you&#...Lemonade, my deepest sympathy, and hopefully you'll find some comfort in knowing that you're in the thoughts of all of us.Dennishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05476669744435495547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-13328871170058399632009-06-25T21:06:25.181-05:002009-06-25T21:06:25.181-05:00Lemonade...so terribly sorry for your loss. Our th...Lemonade...so terribly sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.<br /><br />The photo of you son and new bride is lovely...WMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02840615580631001361noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-74341199398233840142009-06-25T21:03:53.755-05:002009-06-25T21:03:53.755-05:00Lemonade, I was so sorry to read your latest post....Lemonade, I was so sorry to read your latest post. Losing a sibling is such a difficult thing, particularly one as young as your brother. Please know that we are all thinking of you and wishing you and your family well.Clear Ayeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14463641770718104835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-41749143672249004082009-06-25T20:59:35.146-05:002009-06-25T20:59:35.146-05:00Lemonade...what can I say except I am sorry, and s...Lemonade...what can I say except I am sorry, and somehow happy that your Aaron found the love of his life. Isn't life ironic sometimes? May you find Barry in your peaceful dreams.Jeanniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14901963533031920633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-68875936826598172042009-06-25T20:33:29.799-05:002009-06-25T20:33:29.799-05:00Well, it has been quite a week, with Ed McMahon, F...Well, it has been quite a week, with Ed McMahon, Farrah Fawcett and Michael Jackson all leaving us. As sad as their passing may be, I lost my brother Barry last Wednesday on his 62nd birthday, and it has taken me this long to even look at a crossword puzzle, and there was Linda asking about the wedding of my son, Aaron. As I said, what a week, we buried Barry on Thursday and Aaron was married on Saturday. It was a beautiful wedding, they were so beautiful together, and I am a basket case. They are now in Anchorage starting their honeymoon. I have lots of photos on facebook; anyway, I know this is not very puzzle related, but I do feel you all have become part of my life, and we share the good and the bad. Thanks.Lemonade714https://www.blogger.com/profile/13642909374639570868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-53906914658982165412009-06-25T20:04:27.822-05:002009-06-25T20:04:27.822-05:00Park Concert cancelled due to bad weather. So we ...Park Concert cancelled due to bad weather. So we went for ice cream with Sammi, et al. She had her appliance installed this morning. Big plastic lumps on her upper molars (she chose bright green and yellow) and a machine under the roof of her mouth with a key to turn that pushed them out. She'll be in it for 9 months. Plus she gets an external device next week. She's in pretty good spirits, but she is unhappy about not being able to eat very well. hardly had any of her ice cream.<br /><br />I agree about CPU Drive being a poor clue. It actually doesn't refer to anything. then if you try to force-fit meaning onto it, it's too vague.<br /><br />JUN is ok though. Sometimes all the Mos are reduced to 3 letters.<br /><br />Gov Sanford's private life doesn't concern me at all. And his crass hypocrisy is no less than what you would expect from a politician - especially in the GOP. But there is something seriously wrong with that man. SC needs to get rid of him, quick.Jazzbumpahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07337490817307473659noreply@blogger.com