Thursday, March 13, 2008

Friday, March 14, 2008

Madness...Crossword and Otherwise is taking a leave of absence.

I'll still be solving the New York Times puzzle and visiting the blogs listed in the sidebar...and you can always stop by here to say hello.

Thanks for sharing your good wishes and sentiments. You are family...and you will be missed.

[UPDATE for those of you in syndication land...the sabbatical was short-lived. Check the links in the sidebar for the next week or so. I'll be back before you know it.]

Linda G
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20 comments:

  1. UnknownMarch 13, 2008 at 11:03 PM

    re:job for Hercule Poirot. Cas is French for case.

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  2. AnonymousMarch 14, 2008 at 1:56 AM

    Linda,

    I've enjoyed your blog and appreciate the work you've put into along with your warmth and wit. I'll miss it. Enjoy the Sabbatical.

    Profphil

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  3. AnonymousMarch 14, 2008 at 5:54 AM

    We appreciate all the warmth you put into your blog...sometimes you really do share our pain...we'll miss you.

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  4. AnonymousMarch 14, 2008 at 8:19 AM

    We'll miss you in cyberspace, Ava, but hope you make frequent guest appearances on the other crossword blogs, so we can keep in touch.

    Thanks for all of your contributions to the crossword solving community.

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  5. cornbread hellMarch 14, 2008 at 9:51 AM

    the good news is...i still have 6 weeks of your blog to read.

    take care, linda.

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  6. AnonymousMarch 14, 2008 at 11:29 AM

    Well deserved! Enjoy, Linda.

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  7. janieMarch 14, 2008 at 1:25 PM

    enjoy, linda -- and do come back! your particular slant on the puzzles will be missed. in the meanwhile, see ya round the blogosphere!!

    ;-)

    janie

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  8. NYTAnonimoMarch 14, 2008 at 3:07 PM

    Will miss you Linda-the last few months I've gone to your blog and Donald's first to check out my answers and get help. Thanks for all the work you put into this web site. You did a wonderful job. Take care of yourself!

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  9. Howard BMarch 14, 2008 at 5:23 PM

    Thanks for all your posts; it's not easy to put in the time each day just to share your thoughts and help other amused, bemused and frustrated solvers out.

    Relax, enjoy the puzzles, enjoy life, and keep in touch every so often!

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  10. Linda GMarch 14, 2008 at 5:31 PM

    It's 5:30 in Colorado, and I just solved the Friday puzzle...how decadent is that!

    Be sure to come by every so often. You never know when Ava will return ; )

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  11. barrywepMarch 14, 2008 at 6:17 PM

    Linda:
    I don't come by all that often, but when I have I have had fun. Will think of you with every AVA.

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  12. AnonymousMarch 15, 2008 at 3:48 PM

    Linda: I'm glad to hear you are taking some time off but I will for sure miss you!!

    I haven't been posting much lately but often read and always appreciate your comments!

    Kitt

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  13. AnonymousMarch 16, 2008 at 9:03 AM

    Come back! All is NOT forgiven! Plus, you're missed already....

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  14. Matt GinsbergMarch 16, 2008 at 9:23 AM

    I'm sorry to hear that I won't have an opportunity to advance from my status of "second favorite constructor". :)

    All the best!

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  15. Linda GMarch 16, 2008 at 10:36 AM

    Between the comments that have been made here and the private emails I've received, it's pretty clear that this blog will be missed. Karmasatre, you're too funny.

    It's all good...I'll be back after a break. You have my word...

    ...and Matt, another chance ; )

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  16. AnonymousMarch 16, 2008 at 6:49 PM

    Hey Linda,

    I've been away in London visiting my son and just discovered you are taking a blog break. Just wanted to say that you've been my first stop every night and I'll miss that. Cheers to you and peace in your world.

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  17. Linda GMarch 16, 2008 at 7:34 PM

    Oooh, London. Nice.

    I'll be back, Rikki...promise. I just needed some time to focus on other things.

    You (and everyone else) can stop by and comment on the current day's puzzle. No reason your camaraderie should have to end ; )

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  18. johnMarch 16, 2008 at 9:35 PM

    Linda G,

    Good work with the blogging, and enjoy the break!

    See you around sometime...

    - John (JJF)

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  19. AnonymousMarch 18, 2008 at 2:02 PM

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  20. AnonymousMarch 19, 2008 at 12:35 AM

    “Do not forsake me, darlin' blogger
    On this extra-puzzlin' day
    Do not forsake me, darlin' blogger
    Write, write your blog

    I‘ve no idea just what the theme is
    I only know I must be brave
    And I must deal with this puzzle
    I’ll try to grasp it, and try to solve it
    Or lie a coward in my grave

    Now I know you’re torn 'tweenst love and duty
    But the blogosphere lost its fair-haired beauty
    I’ll try to get my puzzle finished
    Before high noon

    Will he keeps the answers hidden
    Vowed it would be my brain or his'n
    I'm not afraid to lose, but ooh
    My grid’s lookin’ empty, without you

    Do not forsake me darlin' blogger
    You promised to take us on a ride
    Do not forsake us darli’n blogger
    Just know I’m grievin', because you’re leavin'
    You know I need you by my side

    Write, write your blog….”


    Your devoted reader, Frankie Laine

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