"Light Switches" - May 17, 2019

[Guy]

Stumped even though I see the path (signed on this week for MGWCC that our gurus on here have been talking about, I have to solve this one before enjoying it though)

[Thurman8er]

Took me a bit, but I got there.

[Icdogg]

Didn't see it after staring at it for several minutes last night but this afternoon I saw the path in about 30 seconds

[jamescarter]

I'm ashore after chasing several empty rabbit holes. Finally saw it. Fun construction.

[Anita]

For those who have solved the meta and are looking for a weekend challenge, the cryptic puzzle "Hex Signs" in the June issue of Harper's is a real gem. Solving cryptics remains my best training for cracking these metas.

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[Meg]

For those who have solved the meta and are looking for a weekend challenge, the cryptic puzzle "Hex Signs" in the June issue of Harper's is a real gem. Solving cryptics remains my best training for cracking these metas.

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Or go to your neighborhood library and photocopy it.

[LesY]

For those who have solved the meta and are looking for a weekend challenge, the cryptic puzzle "Hex Signs" in the June issue of Harper's is a real gem. Solving cryptics remains my best training for cracking these metas.

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The WSJ Saturday Variety puzzle is a cryptic this week. Just posted.

[Gwyneth_S]

Just picked out my bar stool....with endless choices given the dearth of patrons today. I’ll keep Isaac company but hopefully not for long.

[Gwyneth_S]

Oh, my! Sorry to sip and run, Isaac, I got it! So long for now.
Very fun meta.

[ImOnToo]

BIG fan of this week’s puzzle...now that I’m on shore!

[Wendy Walker]

Friday evening report.
Gwyneth and Chris Kochmanski both experienced Post-Enlightenment (i.e., when you get the answer moments after posting that you're stumped!) and are the latest additions to the beach, along with Conrad, Jeremy Smith, Bill S., Tom Wilson, PDDigi, Maine Marge, Cindy, Les Y, Janet P, D. B. Miller, Thurman8er, I.C. Dogg, I'm On Too, and James Carter. Kay W and Jen Irvin have "a" meta answer but aren't entirely certain it's the right one. Joining Anita at Isaac's bar are Deb F and Guy.
I enjoy seeing everyone's photos/avatars (or, in Old Judge's case, aviators). What a good-looking bunch!

[31 Down]

Very fast solve for me. Didn't need the 70A nudge. Don't have to spend the weekend feeling inadequate.

Just want to add - by the dearth of posts on WSJ site, looks like most everyone has managed to slum their way over here. Great work Brian Mac!

[Janet]

On the beach. I was all ready for a weekend of rabbit hunting, but the light bulb went on over my head much too soon. I never even unpacked my bag on the love boat.

[Tony S]

For those who have solved the meta and are looking for a weekend challenge, the cryptic puzzle "Hex Signs" in the June issue of Harper's is a real gem. Solving cryptics remains my best training for cracking these metas.

Looks like you have to be a subscriber to get it.

The WSJ Saturday Variety puzzle is a cryptic this week. Just posted.

To get the Harper's cryptic you either have to be a subscriber or buy a single issue from a magazine rack. The library also may have a copy. Fortunately, the monthly cryptic in the WSJ is available to everyone. It looks pretty twisted this month. Cox/Rathvon rank among the best puzzle makers currently active.

[Trey]

Marion and I are on shore........couple of weeks in a row - about time for the mug!

[Patty Mack]

Wendy, am on shore with the crowd so please add me to your list!

[NoMajNoMug]

On shore with a little help from mi madre. Ok, a lot of help, work was too busy to allow me to work the puzzle.

In other news, I found this grid really hard, the proper nouns got me again!

[Ann]

Solved!

[BrianDavidson]

On shore. Thought this meta was going to go a different way, but didn’t.

[sheilaco]

I'm also not feeling this one. I'm hoping that posting will lead to "post-enlightenment."