Putting the words to lights – crossword clues explained in plain English
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Greetings from Ottawa, where the weather pendulum has swung to the other extreme. Whereas July was hot and dry with record-setting high temperatures, August has been cold and wet with below normal temperatures.… Continue reading
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A very good Sunday morning from Winnipeg, where I have been enjoying reading Chris Lancaster’s book which was received after what must have been a tortuous journey of just over 4 weeks which started in Malmö, Sweden. … Continue reading
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Good morning everyone and welcome to another Saturday!
After a week of really unsettled and mainly damp weather, we actually have some sunshine over Warrington this morning. Though how long we enjoy it remains to be seen.
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BD Rating – Difficulty ***** – Enjoyment *****
I found some of the clues in this proper Friday Toughie Continue reading “Toughie 2497”
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Good morning from South Staffs where we have a cloudy and damp start to the Bank Holiday weekend. My thanks to Big Dave for stepping in last week while I was off running a croquet tournament.… Continue reading
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This puzzle was published on 22nd August 2020
BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ***
Morming All! Or even Afternoon! Apologies for the delay – I had an hour this morning on site to write this but alas I was needed in four locations all at once and lunch didn’t happen either! I enjoyed ths puzzle quite a lot. Continue reading “DT 29449”
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Tilsit covered my Tuesday slot, while I am covering Thursday to allow crypticsue to deputise for Dutch tomorrow.
I found this to be a slog with no satisfaction on completion. I’m sure others will disagree. What a contrast to the excellent puzzle that I have just solved that will appear as Saturday’s NTSPP. Continue reading “Toughie 2496”
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ***
Only twenty eight clues to sort out today folks which should give us all extra time in our day. Use it wisely. Don’t sweat the small stuff. Tell somebody you hold dear that you love them. Indulge yourself in a guilty pleasure. Never forget what comes next after breathe out. Continue reading “DT 29453”