"On Occasion" - December 10, 2021

[Cindy N]

Yes,indeedy, this is definitely the way to head into the weekend (and it's only Thursday!) - on shore with a New Glarus Cabin Fever. Only in Wisconsin!

A Wisconsin Style Honey Bock, easy going and more approachable than its traditional dark German cousin. Bock beers have existed in Wisconsin for over 150 years. This pale bock is brewed with an exclusive blend of Wisconsin two row barley that balances seamlessly with our special European hops. Naturally sweet Clover Honey was added in the kettle accenting warm flavor notes on your tongue.

[JoeS]

On shore quickly for us. Natasha was a little disappointed. Now what do we do? Maybe some Christmas shopping in Galveston this weekend.

[DBMiller]

Chased the damn rabbit for a bit, but finally found the path to the click Done and done.

[ChrisKochmanski]

On shore — with a Manhattan here at Knight’s, a “townie” place in Ann Arbor known for VERY STRONG drinks.

Nice puzzle! Thanks, Mike!

[MajordomoTom]

another Thursday night with Isaac, this is getting old.

Is there a punster in the house?

[Schmeel]

I woke up to page 5 - back to normal.
Tough grid. And the meta wasn't so straightforward either.
Ashore!

[JeanneC]

THANK YOU, LORD!!!!!!!!
I have been LAS on the weekly WSJ meta for 4 weeks!
Finally, I have solved one. The only person happier than me right now is hubby. By Saturday afternoon he normally tiptoes around me while I look for a puppy to kick when I don’t solve these.
Of course, I’d never really kick a puppy…but I might growl at it.

[Jeremy Smith]

Duh! I had all the information I needed written on paper within the first hour, but started overthinking, as usual. I just needed to apply the information I had in a simpler way (which I also had written down). I’m now on the beach!

[ZooAnimalsOnWheels]

I'm on shore. I've been drinking this nice Mike Hess Gingerbread Grazias that is just like Christmas in a cup!

[Dow Jones]

On shore. The grid was much harder than the meta. Another solid meta from Mr. Shenk.

[Lee-Ann]

Nice one! The grid took me a while, but the meta was fun!

[ky-mike]

Noodling on this. I didn't find the grid to be too bad. Only had to look up one word to confirm. I am part way there and I'm certain that my aha moment will come at breakfast tomorrow morning.

As hoped (planned?, expected?), inspiration came this morning. I am firmly on shore. Maybe a mimosa to go with my cereal would be appropriate.

[mflaminio]

Ashore. I believe!!?? Seemed a bit obvious.

[Miki]

Tired of being on page 1 all the time?
What's the fun of solving and submitting the puzzle before 4:20 on Thursday, and having nothing for the rest of the weekend.

Here's a challenge: what's the latest you are willing to start the puzzle. 11:40pm on Sunday night? How about 11:49 (you know who).

You can read all the comments in the meantime. Worry about how hard it might be. Imagine the number of rabbit hole you might encounter. A weekend filled with thoughts, worries, and anticipation.... Wow!

[CPJohnson]

Still on the boat...once again, the mechanism does not jump right out.

[gdshort]

Took an overnight sleep and got there finally. As always, wondered why it took so long!

[Geezer Weezer]

On shore! Liked it!

(I could be wrong, but I predict some submission problems.)

Yes, my problem is having nothing to submit.

[Zagman49]

Ashore. Online "Submit" not working...had to use email/subject line.

[lbray53]

On the shore after sleeping on it.

I'll have a Cherry Kolsch. That is bottle number 10 in my Advent Beer Case.

[Barney]

On shore! Liked it!

(I could be wrong, but I predict some submission problems.)

Yes, my problem is having nothing to submit.

Collapses laughing.

No problem.

I can climb back up on the barstool.