Jess

I would like to share a concept that many people in this comment section (and the elected officials we are sadly stuck with in the US) seem to find difficult to grasp. Just because you don’t like something doesn’t mean it is terrible, or shouldn’t exist, or that other people shouldn’t like it. If you don’t like something, don’t partake and move on. You don’t need to rant about it and try to stop others from enjoying it. To everyone griping about the puzzle and complaining that this type of Thursday-style PUZZLE should not exist or not be published in the NYT: thank you for reminding me why I typically stay away from these comments. The whining is unbearable.

This puzzle was just delightful! Tarun, congratulations on a stellar debut - I’m excited to see more of your work in the future!