Steve K

I guess the theme was clever, but it only really reveals itself after the solve (and for me, this column). It didn’t confound or challenge me to think differently in the process. I look forward to that on Thursdays. This felt like a fun Tuesday or (maybe) a Wednesday puzzle in terms of difficulty to me. A fun, well constructed puzzle for sure, but I question the decision to run it today. Sidebar for those folks who are frustrated by Thursday’s additional challenges… Be patient with yourself and you will learn to love the day. I was also frustrated by Thursday at one point, and would even sit them out. Now Thursdays, alongside Sundays, are my favorite. Concerningly, this is the next in a series of very easy solves this week. I hope this does not reflect a trend.