"Jewel Case" - August 13, 2021

[Bob cruise director]

A KAS 2 for sure - DUH

Once again it took two more than capable women to bail me out.

I hope that the tiki lounge has a good supply of beer for the week as I definitely won't be drinking from a mug.

You gave up??

No, I did not give up. I just needed more than a gentle nudge so while I count myself on the shore, the amount of help I needed was more than what I would consider for submitting the answer to the WSJ.

[Flying_Burrito]

On shore with a cold pitcher of Tropicalia. I was on the mechanism for a while but one letter off. Good to keep the streak

[Henry Paul]

Hangin' with Isaac, feeling like a bottom-feeding flatfish -- I'm "floundering" <groan>

I "know" that I'm on the right track, but that "click" y'all are referring to ain't happening.

I'm still having a French 75 tonight, regardless.

[SusieG]

I got a late start, but still haven’t cracked it. I came here to see everyone tell me how easy it is and convince myself that I can solve it, too. Back to Isaac.

[mntlblok]

A KAS 2 for sure - DUH

Once again it took two more than capable women to bail me out.

I hope that the tiki lounge has a good supply of beer for the week as I definitely won't be drinking from a mug.

You gave up??

No, I did not give up. I just needed more than a gentle nudge so while I count myself on the shore, the amount of help I needed was more than what I would consider for submitting the answer to the WSJ.

Guess I'm just surprised that you'd go for a nudge before late Sunday. Of course, me'n the wifey've been collaborating as soon as we've seen who can finish the grid first.

[SReh26]

I got a late start, but still haven’t cracked it. I came here to see everyone tell me how easy it is and convince myself that I can solve it, too. Back to Isaac.

no ratings yet - I know it’s August, but remember to rate the meta, people! chop chop!
sarc, no disrespect intended

[SReh26]

Ashore!

[JaneGummy]

On shore tho needed a nudge, I'm pretending that I'm improving at solving these each week.

And for today's cuteness, kitten Benny's life goal is to knock items off the counter so puppy Dora can destroy them. Never a dull moment

Peace (Mir)

[SReh26]

All, with all the witty and inventive screen names on here, I’ve been thinking of changing mine, which seems mired in the 1990s.

Plain Chacalaca was one (thanks, Dr Tom!). Snuffaluphagus was another, but I’ve made no decisions yet. Poet Laureate is nice but entirely inappropriate given the quality of my attempts. I think there is already a Xanax. Lucy Van Pelt perhaps?

Thoughts? I am open to suggestions. I just want what’s best for all of you.

UPDATE: currently it’s between Lucy Van Pelt and no change.

btw, some of my favorites of yours in no order are:

hashbrownoholic
whimsy
mntlblok
little grey cells
C=64
creme brulee
Senor Guacamole
Seadub
preterosso (the red priest! Vivaldi!)
periperi
otlaolap (paloalto backwards!)

[Jackie88]

On shore!

[DrTom]

All, with all the witty and inventive screen names on here, Ive been thinking of changing mine, which seems mired in the 1990s.

Plain Chacalaca was one (thanks Dr Tom!). Snuffaluphagus was another, but Ive made no decisions yet. Poet Laureate is nice but entirely inappropriate given the quality of my attempts. I think there is already a Xanax. Lucy Van Pelt perhaps?

Thoughts? I am open to suggestions. I just want what’s best for all of you.

btw, some of my favorites of yours in no order are:

hashbrownoholic
whimsy
mntlblok
little grey cells
C=64
Senor Guacamole
Seadub
preterosso (the red priest! Vivaldi!)
periperi
otlaolap (paloalto backwards!)

As the possessor of probably one of the least original screen names I too have thought of changing (PUNBELLINA, PUNTIF, PUSHER, FARM ECOLOGY all crossed my mind) but I figured I had better stick with what folks know me as. I mean I don't want to affect my META MOJO regardless of how unMOJOy it can be at times.

SReh26 seems fine to me, every time I see it I think of bobbing along on the waves in a Sea Ray 26 foot boat (or a SEA CAT boat if you'd rather...). So given that the Sea Ray 26 footer is called the SUNDANCER I suppose that could be an alter ego, or naturally SUNDANCE.

[auee89]

Ashore! Once was blind, but now I see.

[SReh26]

All, with all the witty and inventive screen names on here, Ive been thinking of changing mine, which seems mired in the 1990s.

Plain Chacalaca was one (thanks Dr Tom!). Snuffaluphagus was another, but Ive made no decisions yet. Poet Laureate is nice but entirely inappropriate given the quality of my attempts. I think there is already a Xanax. Lucy Van Pelt perhaps?

Thoughts? I am open to suggestions. I just want what’s best for all of you.

btw, some of my favorites of yours in no order are:

hashbrownoholic
whimsy
mntlblok
little grey cells
C=64
Senor Guacamole
Seadub
preterosso (the red priest! Vivaldi!)
periperi
otlaolap (paloalto backwards!)

As the possessor of probably one of the least original screen names I too have thought of changing (PUNBELLINA, PUNTIF, PUSHER, FARM ECOLOGY all crossed my mind) but I figured I had better stick with what folks know me as. I mean I don't want to affect my META MOJO regardless of how unMOJOy it can be at times.

SReh26 seems fine to me, every time I see it I think of bobbing along on the waves in a Sea Ray 26 foot boat (or a SEA CAT boat if you'd rather...). So given that the Sea Ray 26 footer is called the SUNDANCER I suppose that could be an alter ego, or naturally SUNDANCE.

sundance small.jpeg

Interesting! SReh26 actually has a meaning but thats not it. And no one has asked me yet... because you are all SO DURN POLITE! Which I love, and it’s rare where I live.

And yes, I agree there is merit in consistency, much as a foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds. No risk of that with you all!

[PHOFER]

Ashore. Very nice puzzle. Thanks Matt!

[TheCatt]

A couple of rabbit holes, but no closer to shore.

A nudge would be appreciated, we have nothing.

[mntlblok]

All, with all the witty and inventive screen names on here, Ive been thinking of changing mine, which seems mired in the 1990s.

As the possessor of probably one of the least original screen names I too have thought of changing (PUNBELLINA, PUNTIF, PUSHER, FARM ECOLOGY all crossed my mind) but I figured I had better stick with what folks know me as. I mean I don't want to affect my META MOJO regardless of how unMOJOy it can be at times.


sundance small.jpeg

Liking PUNTIF.

[SingleMalt]

All, with all the witty and inventive screen names on here, Ive been thinking of changing mine, which seems mired in the 1990s.

Plain Chacalaca was one (thanks Dr Tom!). Snuffaluphagus was another, but Ive made no decisions yet. Poet Laureate is nice but entirely inappropriate given the quality of my attempts. I think there is already a Xanax. Lucy Van Pelt perhaps?

Thoughts? I am open to suggestions. I just want what’s best for all of you.

btw, some of my favorites of yours in no order are:

hashbrownoholic
whimsy
mntlblok
little grey cells
C=64
Senor Guacamole
Seadub
preterosso (the red priest! Vivaldi!)
periperi
otlaolap (paloalto backwards!)

As the possessor of probably one of the least original screen names I too have thought of changing (PUNBELLINA, PUNTIF, PUSHER, FARM ECOLOGY all crossed my mind) but I figured I had better stick with what folks know me as. I mean I don't want to affect my META MOJO regardless of how unMOJOy it can be at times.

SReh26 seems fine to me, every time I see it I think of bobbing along on the waves in a Sea Ray 26 foot boat (or a SEA CAT boat if you'd rather...). So given that the Sea Ray 26 footer is called the SUNDANCER I suppose that could be an alter ego, or naturally SUNDANCE.

sundance small.jpeg

Interesting! SReh26 actually has a meaning but thats not it. And no one has asked me yet... because you are all SO DURN POLITE! Which I love, and it’s rare where I live.

And yes, I agree there is merit in consistency, much as a slavish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds. No risk of that with you all!

Yes, I want to change my screen name also! After a few months as a muggle I have something more appropriate in mind. Can someone give me a nudge on how that is done?

[SReh26]

As the possessor of probably one of the least original screen names I too have thought of changing (PUNBELLINA, PUNTIF, PUSHER, FARM ECOLOGY all crossed my mind) but I figured I had better stick with what folks know me as. I mean I don't want to affect my META MOJO regardless of how unMOJOy it can be at times.

SReh26 seems fine to me, every time I see it I think of bobbing along on the waves in a Sea Ray 26 foot boat (or a SEA CAT boat if you'd rather...). So given that the Sea Ray 26 footer is called the SUNDANCER I suppose that could be an alter ego, or naturally SUNDANCE.

sundance small.jpeg

Interesting! SReh26 actually has a meaning but thats not it. And no one has asked me yet... because you are all SO DURN POLITE! Which I love, and it’s rare where I live.

And yes, I agree there is merit in consistency, much as a slavish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds. No risk of that with you all!

Yes, I want to change my screen name also! After a few months as a muggle I have something more appropriate in mind. Can someone give me a nudge on how that is done?

There’s a written request requirement, a review committee, a majority vote requirement and a name screen to make sure the name isn’t already being used. 60 day turnaround time, minimum Fico score, 3 reference letters ...

[MaineMarge]

This week’s NewYorker cartoon made me laugh out loud. We know our Dr. Tom is both a very dedicated doctor and cruciverbalist, but really, @DrTom, this double dipping has got to stop. . .

[Bob cruise director]

As the possessor of probably one of the least original screen names I too have thought of changing (PUNBELLINA, PUNTIF, PUSHER, FARM ECOLOGY all crossed my mind) but I figured I had better stick with what folks know me as. I mean I don't want to affect my META MOJO regardless of how unMOJOy it can be at times.

SReh26 seems fine to me, every time I see it I think of bobbing along on the waves in a Sea Ray 26 foot boat (or a SEA CAT boat if you'd rather...). So given that the Sea Ray 26 footer is called the SUNDANCER I suppose that could be an alter ego, or naturally SUNDANCE.

sundance small.jpeg

Interesting! SReh26 actually has a meaning but thats not it. And no one has asked me yet... because you are all SO DURN POLITE! Which I love, and it’s rare where I live.

And yes, I agree there is merit in consistency, much as a slavish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds. No risk of that with you all!

Yes, I want to change my screen name also! After a few months as a muggle I have something more appropriate in mind. Can someone give me a nudge on how that is done?

Send a PM to Brian Mac and Joe Ross. In general we have not gotten in the habit of changing names. The only time I am aware that we have done it is when we had a Ladybyrd (now Jennybyrd) and a Ladybird at the same time. We have lived with joe, joes, joedbee, joevdz, Joey Avacado, Joe and Cathy, joequavis, JoePickett, and Joe Ross. We have two Tom Wilson's, one of which is 31Down, three Beth's (A, C and T), and Olaf and an Olof.