Laura

Some will say this was too easy for a Friday Puzzle but to me it was fun and who doesn’t need more fun in their lives?

My invalid aunt still retained a sharp mind and every day I’d phone so we could do the NYT puzzle together. I’m completing this one alone wiping the happy tears from my glasses as I think of her. Thank you for this gift.

I just want to hear Deb’s pirate accent.

Just call me Smarty Pants! Did a Wednesday puzzle sans hints. Makes up for my struggles last Sunday.

Even when I got the clue I still have no clue.

Some witty answers, striptease for one. Still too complicated and some clues too obscure. This one is for those smarter than me.

Roger Maris was very kind to me when at age 12 I rushed across the street for an autograph. He ruffled my hair and it stayed unwashed for two weeks. My parents had to drag me to the sink. He did a tour at the Big Bear Grocery store. One of best days of my life.

I so enjoy your comments, Deb,that even when I do not need clues I read I them after I’ve completed the puzzle. Thank you.

My favorite puzzle ever! I want to erase the answers from my memory so I can solve this puzzle again.Like a delicious meal with friends.

At first glance,I realized this puzzle must wait until I’m sober.

Stanlaurel might be my favorite clue answer ever.

Thank you to NYT puzzle makers. The more frustrating and taxing the better to keep my sanity from the insanity of reality right now.

Loved this puzzle! Conjunction Junction what’s your function? Schoolhouse Rock.

On vacation here in Indio CA and an earthquake hit as I was trying to solve the puzzle.That’s my excuse for having a tough time finishing. I’m all shook up.

Enjoyed the puzzle tonight. Thought it was perfect for a Wednesday.

As a kid,on April 1st I’d put paper in toe of my dad’s shoes. He always acted surprised. He was a great dad.

Happy Pitchers and Catchers report to spring training day!

Congratulations! Your voice is the reason I so enjoy the puzzle. You make me smile at 2am and forget my woes. Glad to know you will keep on writing though but at your own pace. Thank you and may your next chapter bring you joy.

Never heard of the word Fleek.

Tom Robbin’s ref was refreshing. Such a great writer hardly mentioned anymore.

Yet, another Oreo clue.

My fav puzzle so far this year. What a treat!

Sam makes working the puzzles more fun.

This puzzle was smart, witty and so much fun. More from these puzzle makers please!

Sometimes I am in tune with the puzzle maker and the answers flow. Not so today. I’m clueless….

So needed this fun puzzle and your witty remarks.

Thoroughly enjoyed this puzzle.

Sam, your dream of constructing a puzzle will come true but until the, I read your notes, hints after solving the puzzle because I so enjoy them.

After thinking I was so smart all week… with this one I needed the clues.

Hand up here. I tried King for Kong…..

No words can express how much your words have brightened my life during these tough times. Looking forward to finding out your next chapter. Congratulations and much thanks.

I agree with 55D Ice Out!

One word. Brilliant.

My first job was carrying typeface down to the basement where the pieces were laud and headlines made

Kelvin and I are so not on same wave length. But enjoyable puzzle.

This was tough but so well Constructed, I enjoyed the solve.

I have a Doctors Without Borders map on my bedroom door.Started doing the puzzle,totally stumped but my eyes kept going to the poster map and bingo! This puzzle took me two hours and 3 cups of tea.

Enjoyable.Did not need clues but did have to use my brain. Sorely needed as an escape from reality. Thank you.

Could simply not complete today’s puzzle without enjoying a bowl off cereal. That is how I used to watch morning cartoons.

Perfect puzzle for a warm but rainy Monday.

I still use a Rolodex. Maybe for sentimental reasons.

Most vegetables are pacifist? Should I be wary of the celery?

This puzzle gave me PTSD. The time the airport bathroom was out of order 5min before flight was boarding. When my term paper looked like my dog chewed it after it got stuck in the printer.