tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post7139010810030445836..comments2024-03-29T03:51:31.793-05:00Comments on L.A.Times Crossword Corner: Wednesday June 2, 2010 Jack McInturffZhouqin (C.C.) Burnikelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12750267554729853785noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-54332878888551530892010-06-02T22:49:12.541-05:002010-06-02T22:49:12.541-05:00@CA, around these parts they just call us Cheese-h...@CA, around these parts they just call us Cheese-heads. And they're more than simply good-looking, sophisticated head-wear, they're <a href="http://books.google.com/books?id=mnsGPoAglWgC&pg=PA48&lpg=PA48&dq=Frank+Emmert+cheesehead&source=bl&ots=1Sh-2jvEvN&sig=Bh3Cv7vwhcGrHprTOjs1SMNZ_ac&hl=en&ei=rSQHTNGcL4rCNvGTkeoP&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=8&ved=0CDYQ6AEwBw#v=onepage&q=Frank%20Emmert%20cheesehead&f=false" rel="nofollow">lifesaving devices</a>, too.Alhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00645254428860855980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-46213019344930795142010-06-02T20:43:18.512-05:002010-06-02T20:43:18.512-05:00Marge- When I create a crossword much of my time i...Marge- When I create a crossword much of my time is spent with my face buried in a dictionary. Why? I want to make damn sure I know what I'm talking about- No spelling mistakes. No words not clued precisely. No phrase written wrong. If a constructor has to resort to the help of a dictionary there's no reason why you shouldn't if it helps you solve the puzzle. Keep using your dictionary when you feel you need it. Believe me, the time will come, as a solver, when the extra help is not needed.Jeromehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06174332800591939009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-44816718315884138552010-06-02T20:35:55.043-05:002010-06-02T20:35:55.043-05:00Chickie, sorry for the suspense; I just wanted to ...Chickie, sorry for the suspense; I just wanted to make sure there were maximum eyes on the blog in the morning.Dennishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05476669744435495547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-28544948358412487532010-06-02T20:32:54.100-05:002010-06-02T20:32:54.100-05:00Lois, I agree about the eye candy...very nice inde...Lois, I agree about the eye candy...very nice indeed. I was concerned about all the personal info that he offered, there are so many grasping, crooked people out there just waiting to take advantage. As I think about it though, all our info is 'out there'.<br /><br />CA: great observation about a 28 yr old and a 78 year old being able to fit right in...is this a great blog or what????<br /><br />I think I'll set my alarm for 4:00am so I can find out the CC surprise tomorrow :)carolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01863837914353193182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-84104943383210277252010-06-02T20:28:05.187-05:002010-06-02T20:28:05.187-05:00Eidyn and Marge, Welcome. You'll enjoy the ba...Eidyn and Marge, Welcome. You'll enjoy the banter. <br /><br />Eidyn, I've never seen a profile quite like yours. I'm afraid that I wouldn't want so much info out there in cyberspace. <br /><br />Dennis, the suspense over C.C.'s blog for tomorrow is almost more than I can bear. I'm going to leave the house very early tomorrow and I'm hoping I'll have time to log on before I leave!<br /><br />The warm weather has finally helped our berries to begin ripening. I've picked almost two cups of raspberries and blueberries. They will be so good with ice cream for dessert.Chickiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18116766478313653724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-49264678020055926262010-06-02T20:23:17.635-05:002010-06-02T20:23:17.635-05:00Look what happens when ya go away for the day....E...Look what happens when ya go away for the day....Eidyn and Marge show up!<br /><br />Eidyn, I loved your profile. About the only thing we don't know is your birthday. <br /><br />Marge, you figured out how to update your profile. Congratulations. Another Wisconsinite (or is it Wisconsinian?) heard from. <br /><br />I'm glad I came back to say "Hi" this evening. Isn't it fantastic that a 28 year old and a 78 year old can show up on this blog and fit right in?<br /><br />Now...what will happen tomorrow? Windhover, you may be right. AND...where is Buckeye? I've been missing you, Bro.Clear Ayeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14463641770718104835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-89058488612977240532010-06-02T20:13:29.503-05:002010-06-02T20:13:29.503-05:00Hahtool:
I, like everyone else, I bet, have my own...Hahtool:<br />I, like everyone else, I bet, have my own hypothesis. Tomorrow, we'll see. <br />Oh, and while I'm here, ARBAON, you managed earlier to describe many of my friends and neighbors and on several counts, moi. No smoking or dipping or chewing for me, though. I grew the stuff for 20 years, and and put 2 1/2 children through college with the proceeds, but I never bought any of it back. <br />Also, while I'm here, I'll echo one of the first comments I read on the blog about 15 months ago: "Where the hell is Buckeye?"windhoverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09185847697518005172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-17832912227185497782010-06-02T20:03:23.668-05:002010-06-02T20:03:23.668-05:00No, this will be even better. Much better.No, this will be even better. Much better.Dennishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05476669744435495547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-17202800681780124802010-06-02T20:00:05.552-05:002010-06-02T20:00:05.552-05:00Is CC going to be tomorrow's constructor?Is CC going to be tomorrow's constructor?Hahtoolahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03439791473590708547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-57267264496456556952010-06-02T19:59:29.718-05:002010-06-02T19:59:29.718-05:00Jerome:
Sorry, I am so long in responding, but an...Jerome:<br /><br />Sorry, I am so long in responding, but another long work day. <br /><br />Not much of a story; the band was called ALIEN, until two weeks before we did the art for their first album, and the movie came out. They became <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-F7bmIWZN2E" rel="nofollow"> AXE </a> . The link is their version of the song, anyway, they did 4 albums, had a top 50 hit, but one member got killed in a car accident, and they never recovered (no pun intended.<br /><br />Thank you for the all the kind words; this was fun to blog, Now if we could get the constructors thoughts....greedy me. <br /><br />Lo-li-ta, does the game have to do with hiding something? Good to see you.Lemonade714https://www.blogger.com/profile/13642909374639570868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-91301178524345467492010-06-02T19:41:20.357-05:002010-06-02T19:41:20.357-05:00Welcome, Marge. I think you will find this quite ...Welcome, Marge. I think you will find this quite an interesting group. We all love doing crosswords and then go off on tangents as the day's puzzle may inspire.<br /><br />As Seen, Not Heard said, (see, he is heard!), your grandson will cherish his memories with you. I have wonderful memories of special times with my grandmother. I lost her only a few years ago.Hahtoolahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03439791473590708547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-37852978959149745392010-06-02T19:40:01.120-05:002010-06-02T19:40:01.120-05:00Lois, on the money re Bubba burgers; outside of my...Lois, on the money re Bubba burgers; outside of my secret recipe burgers, they're my favorites as well.<br /><br />Marge, Windhover's right - there's no cheating in crosswordland. You have to look something up, you're still learning, right?Dennishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05476669744435495547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-36477183548109209222010-06-02T19:33:43.511-05:002010-06-02T19:33:43.511-05:00Carol 7:14: Exposure? Girlfriend, I call that eye...Carol 7:14: Exposure? Girlfriend, I call that eye candy! Welcome, Eidyn. Love the profile! And thanks for the dessert!<br /><br />Chuck of the West: You are so welcome! And I meant it too. Thanks for the hug. Love that SPHB moniker. <br /><br />Welcome, Marge. We have Bubba Burgers too and they're great grilled. My favorites.<br /><br />Warren: thank you for the nova explanation. Now it makes sense.loishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03331538822790190512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-5601199310925596432010-06-02T19:25:46.066-05:002010-06-02T19:25:46.066-05:00Please help me out. In the last couple pof weeks ...Please help me out. In the last couple pof weeks there was a Down clue with just the number 13 in it. I would like to know the story behind that clue. It wasn't mentioned in the daily blog and now I can't find that puzzle to check. Thanks.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-78166068672568557472010-06-02T19:22:58.813-05:002010-06-02T19:22:58.813-05:00Marge:
It's not cheating unless you say it is....Marge:<br />It's not cheating unless you say it is. The only rule is "there ain't no rules".windhoverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09185847697518005172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-60979045320608341582010-06-02T19:18:08.762-05:002010-06-02T19:18:08.762-05:00p.s.
i still have her dictionaries and the pages...p.s. <br /> i still have her dictionaries and the pages are filled with her handwriting that added words here and there.<br /><br />on the last few blank pages she had notes like QED: erat and L:50 D:500.<br /><br />i know roman numerals bring out many different opinions here on the blog. but, for me i hear "i can never remember which one is 500 L or D" !!!<br /><br />thanks marge...it is amazing how a simple comment like "my grandson says i am cheating" can evoke such great memories<br /><br />all right, now onto more current stuff........GO REDS, beat the cardinals!!Seldom Seenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12552098012158588852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-90398761270282219612010-06-02T19:14:33.253-05:002010-06-02T19:14:33.253-05:00Marge, according to Will Shortz, the guru of cross...Marge, according to Will Shortz, the guru of crosswords, you may use any means you wish to solve 'your' puzzle so don't feel guilty!<br /><br />Welcome Eidyn...Argyle is correct, wow, I don't think I have ever seen so much info in a profile! Aren't you afraid of so much exposure?carolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01863837914353193182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-68280328896652576242010-06-02T19:01:02.841-05:002010-06-02T19:01:02.841-05:00hello marge
i am new here to the blog also. seve...hello marge<br /><br />i am new here to the blog also. several months as a lurker, several weeks as a commentor.<br /><br />anyway, i had to respond to you because you brought back some great memories for me.<br /><br />i began my crossword solving career as my grandmother's "dictionary boy". her eyesight was beginning to fade(before cataract surgery days) and she would have me look up the words for her. i remember asking her "what is so hard about looking up words in the dictionary?!!"<br /><br />she would ask my grandpa for help on the sporting clues.<br /><br />now forty years later i blame/thank her for this crossword sickness/hobby i have!<br /><br />your grandson will never forget the days he helped grandma solve the puzzle. and he probably realize you are not cheating, you are learning!Seldom Seenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12552098012158588852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-71389453850668396672010-06-02T18:36:30.366-05:002010-06-02T18:36:30.366-05:00Hi!
Yesterday was my first day on the blog. I enjo...Hi!<br />Yesterday was my first day on the blog. I enjoy it very much.<br />This was a harder puzzle for me-I have a crossword puzzle dictionary I use. My grandson says it's cheating but I use it anyway.<br />Speaking of Bubba day- my kids in Ga. introduced us to Bubba Burgers. They are 1/4 pound frozen hamburgers. They are in grocery stores. My kids like them but too much fat for me, I prefer lower fat hamburger.<br />When we were in Jamaica on a mission project a few years ago we came across a tree that had ugli fruit. I asked them if they ate them and they said NO, they didn't taste good. I knew we had them in the stores here. I know they do eat them there, though.<br />Have a good evening all!Margehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07781756196891709805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-36073773634843763452010-06-02T17:02:58.976-05:002010-06-02T17:02:58.976-05:00Interesting to see 1A HICK on National Bubba Day. ...Interesting to see 1A HICK on National Bubba Day. Dudley, I think you celebrate by popping open a Mountain Dew!<br /><br />54D Knucklehead: STUPE. I remember some group of kids on TV that used to use that – maybe the Bowery Boys? Or the biker gang in the Beach movies with Frankie Avalon and Annette Funicello?Annettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02347232302896024104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-59488721481914028672010-06-02T16:51:07.894-05:002010-06-02T16:51:07.894-05:00Carlos del O:
Welcome back! you have been missed,...Carlos del O:<br />Welcome back! you have been missed, amigo, but I'm glad it was a profitable venture. You do have talent and great skills.<br /><br />Eidyn:<br />Welcome to the blog! you do have an interestring profile and it appears you'll fit right in with this crowd.<br /><br />Quite some time ago someone asked about what type of yoga I practice and at the time I could not recall the name of the guidebook nor spell the author's name. <br /><br />If you are still interested, today in class we discussed him and I took note. He is Iyengar and his books are used to design various yoga classes on campus.<br /><br />JD:<br />The puzzle book is great fun; so far I have seen only one repetition and many clever clues.<br /><br />Good poetry from last night Lois and Carol. LOL Dennis is such a good sport.Lucinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16278649651081244724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-56154698931309479752010-06-02T16:45:29.359-05:002010-06-02T16:45:29.359-05:00Hi all,
I agree, Shania and Brittney are in two T...Hi all,<br /><br />I agree, Shania and Brittney are in two TOTALLY different categories as far as I'm concerned. And this city boy MUCH prefers Shania.<br /><br />Jayce, your questions re Igor's hump reminded me of Marty Feldman in <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAO6LOeWYh8" rel="nofollow">Blazing Saddles</a>.<br /><br />And I'm certain you don't really want to start a discussion on a flat tax here on CC's blog.<br /><br />Lemonade, good write-up. And I'm especially looking forward to CC's write-up tomorrow. (Nothing like suspense ...)<br /><br />Have a good evening.koufaxmaravichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623946331880663691noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-8258851360247736642010-06-02T16:40:16.774-05:002010-06-02T16:40:16.774-05:00Jayce: What hump?Jayce: What hump?Bobhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03101397219611638842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-43896572206906687402010-06-02T16:28:50.977-05:002010-06-02T16:28:50.977-05:00Hello All--A great writeup Lemonad 714. It was ma...Hello All--A great writeup Lemonad 714. It was made just for you, wasn't it? <br /><br />At first glance I thought I wasn't going to get anywhere with this puzzle. After filling in some of the shorter answers here and there things began to fall into place. I finished everything without any help, but I did a lot of erasing before I had things in place.<br /><br />Rube, or Clod were my first choices for Hick, and I fell into the Cha trap. I went from the NE corner around and back to the NW corner. Mountain Dew was the last to fall. <br /><br />I didn't know Tonio or The Ref, but the fills around those gave me the answers. This was an enjoyable puzzle all in all. I really feel good when I finish a CW that starts out so rocky.<br /><br />LOL, Lois. I loved the writeup today. <br /><br />I'm baking today for a shower I'm giving in a couple of weeks. The bread makes the kitchen smell sooo good.<br /><br />Have a great day, everyone.Chickiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18116766478313653724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5995532066584316410.post-82556835128332230142010-06-02T16:22:17.070-05:002010-06-02T16:22:17.070-05:00Eidyn, that has to be the most information anybody...Eidyn, that has to be the most information anybody here has listed for a profile. BUT what happened wnen you asked the lady if she used Aqua Velva?Argylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09472446316589207365noreply@blogger.com