I was happy to see your June 1 post, Ed. It's a shame you couldn't think of anything to say. I hope that means you came through the month of May unscathed.
Anyway, thanks for getting us started on another month of blogging and blurking on Ed's Edition. Cheers!
Congratulations on the 12th anniversary of your marriage.
Our Book of Days says that a gift of SILK or LINEN might be given on such an occasion. Both fabrics are beautiful - finely woven and durable. As such, they make lovely symbols for a happy and lasting marriage.
We hope your Sunday anniversary celebration is sunny and bright. We have chosen a Pinot Grigio from the Venezia region for our toast to your continued happiness and good health. And here's to another good year. Cheers!
I think I'll take time to post the latest quiz that Margaret has brought over for solving by June 30. The Ladybank Development Trust would like us to name the famous sibling of each of the following people.
1. Julian Lloyd Webber 2. Jack Charlton 3. Jeremy Vine 4. David Milliband 5. Joan Fontaine 6. Marlon Jackson 7. Warren Beatty 8. Marie Osmond 9. Mike McGear 10.Jane Fonda 11.Lorna Luft 12.Juliet Mills 13.James Fox 14.Chris Jagger 15.Jamie Murray 16.Luke Skywalker 17.Dannii Minogue 18.Tony Underwood 19.David Attenborough 20.Joan Collins 21.Emilio Estevez 22.Eva Gabor 23.Corin Redgrave 24.Josef Strauss 25.Paul Ross
1. ANDREW LLOYD WEBB 7. SHIRLEY MACLAINE 8. DONNY OSMOND 10. PETER FONDA JR. 11. LIZA MINELLI 12. ZSA ZSA GABOR 23. LYNN REDGRAVE
These are the only ones I know off-hand. It would probably be easy to find them all on the internet, but it kind of seems like cheating when it is that easy. What do you think
Well, BJ, I have often used resources to find answers to quizzes. If we don't look them up, how will we fill in the blanks? Go ahead...make my day! I have other quizzes to post when this one's done.
2 BOBBY CHARLTON 3. TIM VINE 4. EDWARD MILIBAND 5. OLIVIA DE HAVILLAND 6. MICHAEL JACKSON 9. PAUL MCCARTNEY (who knew?) 12. HAYLEY MILLS 13. EDWARD FOX 14. MICK JAGGER 15. ANDY MURRAY 16. KOL SKYWALKER 18. RORY UNDERWOOD 19. RICHARD ATTENBOROUGH 20. JACKIE COLLINS 21. CHARLIE SHEEN 23. VANESSA OR LYNN REDGRAVE 24, JOHANN STRAUSS 25. JONATHON ROSS
I also use the Internet for our quizzes, but there is usually a lot more research to do than with this one. That is why I wondered about it. BJ
Thanks, BJ. I have filled in our answer sheet. That was quick!
Funny... Margaret and I had a discussion about the difference between using other resources and using the Internet to find the answers to our quizzes. We didn't resolve anything but we did agree that the Internet seems to make things too easy for us, and for Margaret (and you) that feels a bit like "cheating". For me, the point of a quiz is to find the answers - bottom line. I wonder what others out there in blogville think?
We have already seen some terrific pictures of you on Facebook. You were trying out some new bikes and looking at the almond puff that your grandma made for your birthday celebration. It sure looks like you were having fun. Congratulations on your seventh birthday!
We hope today is a very happy one for you at home and at school. We want to add our greetings to those of your family and friends on this special day that you turn seven.
Congratulations on the 47th anniversary of your marriage. What more can we say? ...You are headed for GOLD, for sure.
Here in St. Andrews all the omens for the future are good. The sun is shining, the sky is clear and there is new life all around us. Tonight when we make our anniversary toast in your honour, we'll be wishing you much happiness today. And may the year ahead be one of hopes realized and dreams come true. Cheers!
The answers to the following quiz are OCCUPATIONS & PROFESSIONS. COELIAC U.K. is the sponsor and the deadline is July 31, 2013.
eg: Did he play for Aberdeen? DON
1. I leave the boss. 2. The quay comes before the queen. 3. Found in groves of olive trees. 4. Connecticut is in this entrance. 5. Does he always come from Seville? 6. Sooty's friend. 7. Lightning or orchestral. 8. Even found in seed list for root vegetables. 9. The fish is a beverage short. 10.A sheet statin circulates for this number. 11.A long way to the French sea. 13.The sound of 100 birds, loses a point. 14.Public relations bury him in newspapers. 15.St. Peter or Andrew perhaps! 16.Sounds like an instruction for a knight to become taller. 17.Right grenade explodes to order. 18.Cobalt is all right for him or her. 19.A sort of shower follows the scales. 20.Goat for kids. 21.Left hesitation behind. 22.Harry commentated at the ring. 23.The German includes a hit. 24.Sounds like an agriculturist with a growth! 25.Could have a black or red throat, for a flier, but not a flier! 26.Retreats inside a grey walrus. 27.I am in this conspiracy. 28.Could this be a serious mole? 29.Lithium. osmium, and radium homogenised for this salt. 30.Can this bird take shorthand? 31.Third class edge first. 32.CS wrote the African Queen. 33.Iodine is found in the alloy for fusing material. 34.CAVALIER BEN DRUM(anag)(2) 35.Has a chicken got his nose? 36.H2O engulfs me. 37.All cooks try other recipes for starters. 38.Six old pence. 39.A penny is inserted in a female flock. 40.And finally, grab camera, back Arkle winner.
Nice work, BJ. You sure make it look easy. All the answers fit the clues perfectly and some are especially clever. I think GROCER is one of my favorites.
With 21 answers, we are already half-way to solving this quiz.
BJ, I thought the "loses a point" in #13 had to do with a compass point - N S E or W. But then, the sound of the birds might be CHATTER (as you suggest) and the profession be HATTER with the first letter removed. What do you think?
I have to call it a day now. We are nearing the finish line on this qui with lots of time to spare. I'm confident that we will solve the last few clues.
I can not help you with this quiz, but I will put in my two cents about the "cheating", of course now that the penny is no longer used, the two cents is worthless. When I was younger, so much younger than today, I was told I was not allowed to use my text book for an exam. That particular summer was the first I worked for dad and one of the men asked me to mix up some grout, I had never been taught to mix up grout, but, but, the instructions were on the bag. I'm coming out of the closet...I cheated. That was huge for someone like me who couldn't remember what side of the bed I got out of in the morning. Some people would say that's not so bad except my bed was up against a wall.
I needed that. LOL. I don't mind using the Internet for finding answers, but I like a little mystery in my puzzles, and when you can just Google "sibling of Luke Skywalker" and get the answer in so many nano seconds, it's not as much fun. I do use Google for just about everything though.
Very funny, Ed. It's sure nice to have your input on our output. You always have a funny story to tell.
Now, as for the quiz, BJ. I have penciled in the last few answers that we have struggled to get. I also asked Margaret if she could shed any light on any of them. That was a good move.
#22 is CARPENTER. Apparently a man called Harry Carpenter was a much-loved BBC commentator on boxing.
She is going to get back to me on some of the others that may have "local" significance.
Congratulations on this GOLDEN celebration in your life. Your Friday birthday should get the weekend off to a celebratory start.
Dave is on a golfing holiday in Milan for a week but I will happily drink his share of our birthday toast in your honour.
Here's to the 50 years that have brought you this far in life - to the various places, people and events along the way. May you enjoy many more years of good health and personal happiness. Have a GOLDEN day in Saskatchewan.
Interesting. My next move was to ask you to speak to Margaret! I was convinced there should be a carpenter in the mix, but couldn't make him/her fit anywhere. I wonder what Margaret has to say about #39
Okay, we're setting aside the occupations quiz and we're turning to pastimes. We have until October 31 on this quiz which is sponsored by the Fife Folk Museum.
1. This is a handcraft that you could get hooked on.(7) 2. The east with some jewellery.(12) 3. You don't have to be at a front door to do this.(4,7) 4. Did Danny Boyle really follow this pastime?(5,8) 5. Sydney Harbour.(6) 6. Got a mini bank.(8,6) 7. Rod Stewart sang about this activity.(7) 8. Posterior pig product.(10) 9. You can't tune in to this pig product.(5,3) 10.Asters, chrysanthemum, daffodils, dahlias, tulips.(6,9) 11.This pastime sounds as if it uses an old fashioned pen.(8) 12.Sounds like a Chinese matriarch.(7) 13.A game played in a mathematician's novel of 1865.(7) 14.Another game in the 1871 sequel.(5) 15.Enjoy this in the countryside or even in the kitchen window.(4,8) 16.'Royal mail dew' is not a perfume but a muddled hobby.(5,7) 17.Did Rowland Hill introduce this hobby?(5,10) 18.A song from 'Mary Poppins' extols this activity.(4,6) 19.They may not get paid but they certainly make a scene.(7,9) 20.Garden ingenuity is much admired at Chelsea.(9) 21.Wiff waff(5,6)or(4,4) 22.The name of this craft means 'planting in tray'.(6) 23.Fish, goats, crabs and lions all feature in this interest.(9) 24.The Roaring Game.(7) 25.Some roses enjoy this.(8) 26.You could give a bird a cerise wing in this pastime.(6) 27.Berkshire town.(7) 28.Bayeux.(8) 29.More likely to be leading a parade than conducting an orchestra.(5,7) 30.You may need to be angry to do this handcraft.(5,6)
No example is given for this quiz and the clues seem vague to me. At least we know how many letters there are in the answers.
Gosh BJ, I guess the clues weren't so vague after all. You are already over the halfway mark. Nice work. So far the pastimes are all familiar ones, too.
I'll be seeing Margaret and Peggy tomorrow so I'll check with Margaret about her answers to the other quiz. The three of us are going out to church and lunch for an early celebration of Peggy's 90th birthday(June 10). Dave is golfing in Italy with friends from Milan. He'll miss the party here but I'm sure he will be making up for it there.
I can't believe I missed seeing some of these answers. They are right there in the clues if you know how to find them. We have just four more to go. PUZZLE SOLVING should be on the list in honour of you!
Congratulations on your 90th! Everybody should have a neighbour like you - a model of kindness, generosity and personal strength.
We are delighted to be sharing your 90th birthday with you. Ever since we came to live in St. Andrew, you have made us feel right at home. You and Margaret are like family to us, and such an important milestone is cause for celebration in any family.
Have a wonderful day. May you continue to enjoy good health and to share many more happy times with family and friends.
You've got them all except #6, BJ. I think it's an anagram of the 14 letters since that's how many the answer calls for. It could have been Mountain Biking except there is no U in the clue. Is it some kind of baking or making? Or am I on the wrong track altogether? I have not provided a single answer to this particular quiz. I really did find the clues quite vague.
I also thought it had to be an anagram, but I simply couldn't come up with one. I'll keep working on it. And I'm still not happy about back packing. #3. Did Margaret have any answers to the other quiz?
BJ, I think you will like Margaret's answer for #3 better than your own: BELL RINGING.
Margaret also thinks the answer to #6 was meant to be MOUNTAIN BIKING. Perhaps one of the A's should have been a U. The clue could easily have read: Got in a mini bunk. If that's the case, that clue will be discounted in the draw for prizes. Shall we stop trying on that one?
We hope you are enjoying your mid-week birthday. You will probably have to put in a full day at work before the celebrations can begin.
Wherever you are today, whatever you are doing with your time, have a very happy 17th birthday. We add our congratulations and wishes to all the others that you will receive from family and friends. Cheers!
Five years ago today, you received bone marrow from Brandon for the second time. This is an anniversary that reminds us to say thanks for the gift of life that we so often take for granted.
Congratulations on meeting head on, so many personal challenges to reach this remarkable milestone in life. Only you know the reality of every twist and turn along the way. All we can do is stand on the sidelines and cheer you on.
Thanks again to both of your donors. Give Brandon a big hug from us; he truly is a life-saver!
As always, on special occasions in your life, we will raise a TOAST TO LIFE. Here's to you too, Tricia, for the inspiration you are in the lives of all who know your story. Cheers!
Here's another dog-gone quiz for us. It is sponsored by Wolfspeak Tri-Charity in aid of German Shepherd Rescue Scotland, Springer Spaniel Rescue Scotland and Blind Dog Rescue UK.
The answers are all dogs and our deadline is July 27. No example is given.
1. OLD FASHIONED LAUNDRY AID?(4) 2. HERDSMANHERPEG.(6,8) 3. FOOD FOOD. (4,4) 4. DOES THIS TERRIER SUPPORT CITY OR UNITED? (10) 5. BRAND REST. (2,7) 6. ATE GARDEN. (5,4) 7. CHARLIE'S ISLE.(4,7) 8. WE GROUP TOASTED REG.(9,5,3) 9. POTTERY DOG. (6) 10.DUTCH BARGE DOG. (8) 11.GOLDEN PAGE BE HIS. (7,8) 12.BILL SYKES DOG. (7,4,7) 13.PANCHO IS FOLLICALLY CHALLENGED. (7,7,3) 14. IS THIS TERRIER ON THE TOP OF THE HILL? (5) 15.MINISTERS TERRIER. (6,4,7,7)
I have entered just 15 of 30 clues. I'll be back later.
Wow, that's a good start, BJ. I have 15 more clues to provide now.
16. LICQUORICE ALLSORT DOG.(6,5) 17. RASH PIE.(4,3) 18. CHARLIE BROWN'S DOG.(6) 19. ANCIENT EGYPTIAN DOG.(7,5) 20. DOG THAT ENDS THE RACE.(7,5) 21. BUTTERFLY DOG.(9) 22. IS THIS DOG CROSS?(7) 23. LITTLE BOATMAN.(10) 24. CHRYSANTHEMUM DOG.(4,3) 25. IS THIS DOG FROM KESWICK?(8,7) 26. EXPENSIVE DOG?(9) 27. TEACHERS AID.(7) 28. WILL THIS TERRIER NEED A PASSPORT?(6,7) 29. AFRICAN MOUNTAIN RANGE?(9,9) 30. WAS THIS TERRIER AT A TEA PARTY?(6)
I'm still here, BJ but I'm not having much luck scanning long lists of dogs I never knew existed. You are sure doing well. I'm filling in our entry form with all of your answers.
Thanks, Lucy. I am on my way out now, but do you think these 2 answers might work. I'm not sure, but it is the best I can come up with for now. 26. RETRIEVER (GOLDEN) 22. HARRIER
I've penciled in the last two answers, BJ. They are not as convincing as all the others you have found but I'm satisfied with them for now. I'll check with Margaret on her answers, too. I'll be seeing her later today.
Hi Lucy, I had considered deerhound before, but dismissed it. If it had said sounds expensive, it would work better. I do like BUCKHOUND AND MALTESE though.
Congratulations on the 14th anniversary of your marriage. Here in St. Andrews we are enjoying a warm, bright day as we think of you, doing the same in sunny Saskatchewan.
We hope your mid-week celebration is a delightful break from all those everyday tasks that demand your attention. This 14th anniversary is an occasion for giving thanks. . . for good memories, strong ties and constant love.
Hi BJ, Here in the UK, "dear" is a more common expression than "buck". I'm going to enter DEERHOUND for clue #26. Expensive dog?
No, we do not have final answers for 8 and 39 in the professions quiz. (I think your answer to #31 is a good one). Margaret is still working on that quiz, too. We have lots of time to consider our responses.
For this quiz, all of the answers are islands. It is the Ceres Bowling Club's 2013 Quiz. The deadline is October 18th. No example is given.
1. Not a blended whisky to start.(5) 2. Mixed up teen is rife for this one.(8) 3. Does Santa take his summer holiday here?(9,6) 4. Little alligator lives here?(6,7) 5. Males take on killer whale.(7) 6. Buy your frozen food here.(7) 7. Sounds like an ancient Egyptian king.(5,7) 8. Krakatoa is actually west, not east of here.(4) 9. Thatcher's fighting force goal.(8,7) 10.Force changes one vowel.(5) 11.Mixed up Ian ends a mast.(8) 12.Dam back to start a non-petrol vehicle.(10) 13.Egg hunt at this time of year.(6,6) 14.A style of knitting pattern.(5) 15.Commanding officer gets two learners.(4) 16.Do you have to be daft to live here?(6,5) 17.McVitie's ginger cake heaven.(7) 18.Create loses its "A" rating.(5) 19.Yes returns to finish mixed up angel.(8) 20.Do they put small fish in tins here?(8) 21.Officer leads CA.(7) 22.Englander (anag.9) 23.Was his cap richly deserved?(5) 24.Grey sun gets east initially.(8) 25.Item of clothing.(6) 26.You and I are twice in smart.(9) 27.South Pacific musical's island.(4) 28.Mutiny on the Bounty island.(8) 29.Mash BAA.(anag.7) 30.Female free territory.(4,2,3) 31.It's in Noah's Ark.(4) 32.Last letter to up the odds.(5) 33.Napoleon was certainly not able here.(4) 34.BA boards.(anag.8) 35.Spy RUC.(anag.6) 36.I join tree.(5) 37.Calendar Island.(4,2,3) 38.Ian gets nothing.(4) 39.And rage.(anag.7) 40.Knockout, south.(3)
Yep, I'm putting the answers right where they belong. No problem there. Now, do we have an answer for #16? It's the only blank left on our form. That was fun, eh?
That is so funny, Ed. I have been chuckling to myself all day about your delayed quiz answer and the realization that we have left you far behind. Cheers!
You made a good choice to get married on this day of the summer solstice. It's an easy one to remember and the sun shines as long as possible today.
Congratulations! Our Book of Days suggests that a gift of SUGAR is in order on a sixth anniversary. Isn't that a nice thought? Sugar offers up so many sweet surprises in life.
Have a whole day of sunshine and surprises today. May your marriage continue to be like sugar for many years to come. Cheers!
We have been thinking of you today as news reaches us about the flooding in Alberta. It may be difficult for you to fit in a birthday celebration while coping with such wet weather conditions.
For now, we just hope that you and your family are not in any danger and that the flood waters will soon subside. Later today, we will be raising a birthday toast in your honour. May you spend this day in safety and may your birthday celebration be a warm and happy family time.
Lucy, Do you think #39 of the professions quiz could be DOCENTE? doe + cent. I know docent is usually spelled without an 'e' on the end, but some dictionaries do give docente as the feminine form of docent. BJ
Canada Day is well under way here in Scotland where we are several hours ahead of Canadians - especially those who live in BC. We hope you've all had a wonderful long weekend of patriotic celebrations. We are flying the flag ourselves today. Cheers!
Canada Day is well under way here in Scotland where we are several hours ahead of Canadians - especially those who live in BC. We hope you've all had a wonderful long weekend of patriotic celebrations. We are flying the flag ourselves today. Cheers!
We realize that those who know you best call you Tess. We can hardly believe that you are SIX years old today. We remember the summer that you were born because we were in Canada ourselves that year. You made that Canada Day extra-special just as you continue to do year after year.
Hi Lucy, Do you think #8 in the professions quiz could be VETERINARIAN? The word 'EVEN' is in it--V E t E ri N ian, but I can't make out any reference to the root vegetables. Other professions with 'EVEN' in them are: SCRIVENER,TAVERNER,ENGRAVER,ADVENTURER BJ
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I was happy to see your June 1 post, Ed. It's a shame you couldn't think of anything to say. I hope that means you came through the month of May unscathed.
Anyway, thanks for getting us started on another month of blogging and blurking on Ed's Edition.
Cheers!
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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, MICHELE AND BRIAN!
Congratulations on the 12th anniversary of your marriage.
Our Book of Days says that a gift of SILK or LINEN might be given on such an occasion. Both fabrics are beautiful - finely woven and durable. As such, they make lovely symbols for a happy and lasting marriage.
We hope your Sunday anniversary celebration is sunny and bright. We have chosen a Pinot Grigio from the Venezia region for our toast to your continued happiness and good health. And here's to another good year. Cheers!
Warm wishes and lots of love,
Louise and David
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I think I'll take time to post the latest quiz that Margaret has brought over for solving by June 30. The Ladybank Development Trust would like us to name the famous sibling of each of the following people.
1. Julian Lloyd Webber
2. Jack Charlton
3. Jeremy Vine
4. David Milliband
5. Joan Fontaine
6. Marlon Jackson
7. Warren Beatty
8. Marie Osmond
9. Mike McGear
10.Jane Fonda
11.Lorna Luft
12.Juliet Mills
13.James Fox
14.Chris Jagger
15.Jamie Murray
16.Luke Skywalker
17.Dannii Minogue
18.Tony Underwood
19.David Attenborough
20.Joan Collins
21.Emilio Estevez
22.Eva Gabor
23.Corin Redgrave
24.Josef Strauss
25.Paul Ross
Love, Lucy
1. ANDREW LLOYD WEBB
7. SHIRLEY MACLAINE
8. DONNY OSMOND
10. PETER FONDA JR.
11. LIZA MINELLI
12. ZSA ZSA GABOR
23. LYNN REDGRAVE
These are the only ones I know off-hand. It would probably be easy to find them all on the internet, but it kind of seems like cheating when it is that easy. What do you think
Oops, that should have been Andrew Lloyd Webber.
I also remembered:
17. KYLIE MINOGUE. Is she the sister of Dannii Minogue?
Lucy,
Out of curiosity, I looked up the others. If you want them, I can add them, but it still seems like cheating.
Well, BJ, I have often used resources to find answers to quizzes. If we don't look them up, how will we fill in the blanks?
Go ahead...make my day! I have other quizzes to post when this one's done.
Lucy
2 BOBBY CHARLTON
3. TIM VINE
4. EDWARD MILIBAND
5. OLIVIA DE HAVILLAND
6. MICHAEL JACKSON
9. PAUL MCCARTNEY (who knew?)
12. HAYLEY MILLS
13. EDWARD FOX
14. MICK JAGGER
15. ANDY MURRAY
16. KOL SKYWALKER
18. RORY UNDERWOOD
19. RICHARD ATTENBOROUGH
20. JACKIE COLLINS
21. CHARLIE SHEEN
23. VANESSA OR LYNN REDGRAVE
24, JOHANN STRAUSS
25. JONATHON ROSS
I also use the Internet for our quizzes, but there is usually a lot more research to do than with this one. That is why I wondered about it. BJ
Thanks, BJ. I have filled in our answer sheet. That was quick!
Funny... Margaret and I had a discussion about the difference between using other resources and using the Internet to find the answers to our quizzes. We didn't resolve anything but we did agree that the Internet seems to make things too easy for us, and for Margaret (and you) that feels a bit like "cheating". For me, the point of a quiz is to find the answers - bottom line. I wonder what others out there in blogville think?
Maybe the next quiz will be more difficult.
Lucy
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JACK!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DAVIS!
We have already seen some terrific pictures of you on Facebook. You were trying out some new bikes and looking at the almond puff that your grandma made for your birthday celebration. It sure looks like you were having fun. Congratulations on your seventh birthday!
We hope today is a very happy one for you at home and at school. We want to add our greetings to those of your family and friends on this special day that you turn seven.
Lots of love,
Louise and David
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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, VIC AND DON!
Congratulations on the 47th anniversary of your marriage. What more can we say? ...You are headed for GOLD, for sure.
Here in St. Andrews all the omens for the future are good. The sun is shining, the sky is clear and there is new life all around us. Tonight when we make our anniversary toast in your honour, we'll be wishing you much happiness today. And may the year ahead be one of hopes realized and dreams come true. Cheers!
Lots of love,
Louise and David
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The answers to the following quiz are OCCUPATIONS & PROFESSIONS. COELIAC U.K. is the sponsor and the deadline is July 31, 2013.
eg: Did he play for Aberdeen? DON
1. I leave the boss.
2. The quay comes before the queen.
3. Found in groves of olive trees.
4. Connecticut is in this entrance.
5. Does he always come from Seville?
6. Sooty's friend.
7. Lightning or orchestral.
8. Even found in seed list for root vegetables.
9. The fish is a beverage short.
10.A sheet statin circulates for this number.
11.A long way to the French sea.
13.The sound of 100 birds, loses a point.
14.Public relations bury him in newspapers.
15.St. Peter or Andrew perhaps!
16.Sounds like an instruction for a knight to become taller.
17.Right grenade explodes to order.
18.Cobalt is all right for him or her.
19.A sort of shower follows the scales.
20.Goat for kids.
21.Left hesitation behind.
22.Harry commentated at the ring.
23.The German includes a hit.
24.Sounds like an agriculturist with a growth!
25.Could have a black or red throat, for a flier, but not a flier!
26.Retreats inside a grey walrus.
27.I am in this conspiracy.
28.Could this be a serious mole?
29.Lithium. osmium, and radium homogenised for this salt.
30.Can this bird take shorthand?
31.Third class edge first.
32.CS wrote the African Queen.
33.Iodine is found in the alloy for fusing material.
34.CAVALIER BEN DRUM(anag)(2)
35.Has a chicken got his nose?
36.H2O engulfs me.
37.All cooks try other recipes for starters.
38.Six old pence.
39.A penny is inserted in a female flock.
40.And finally, grab camera, back Arkle winner.
Lots of luck!
Lucy
Sorry....I missed #12
12.God of thunder chases gold.
Lucy
5. BARBER
7. CONDUCTOR
15.FISHERMAN
27.PILOT
36.WAITER
Lucy
12. AUTHOR
28. SPY
29. SAILOR
30. SECRETARY
33. SOLDIER
11. FARMER
14. PRINTER
16. GROCER
20. NANNY
34. AMBULANCE DRIVER
1. CHEF
3. VET
26. LAWYER
6. Chimney SWEEP
18. COOK
2. DOCKER (stevedore)
Nice work, BJ. You sure make it look easy. All the answers fit the clues perfectly and some are especially clever. I think GROCER is one of my favorites.
With 21 answers, we are already half-way to solving this quiz.
Lucy
38. TANNER (Dave got this one because he knows that the slang word for sixpence is a "tanner")
4. DOCTOR
9. SURGEON
10. ANAESTHETIST
17. GARDENER
24. PHARMACIST
32. FORESTER
40. BAKER
19. LIBRARIAN
37. ACTOR
23. MANAGER
I'm sorry I'm not much help, BJ. As soon as you post an answer, I can see it in the clue but I don't know how you worked it out from scratch.
I'll keep working on the last 8 clues but don't count on me for much solving support.
Cheers, Lucy
Lucy,
Could number 13 be TEACHER, "chatter" without one of the T's?
22. Could the answer be as simple as "COACH"?
No, BJ. I don't think either TEACHER or COACH fits the clues. Keep going; you're doing great.
Lucy
21. PORTER (Dave got the PORT and I got the ER)
LOL,Lucy
BJ, I thought the "loses a point" in #13 had to do with a compass point - N S E or W. But then, the sound of the birds might be CHATTER (as you suggest) and the profession be HATTER with the first letter removed. What do you think?
Lucy
8. BUTLER tuber with L for list?
Yes, 13 could be hatter.
22. POTTER?
35. PARSON
I have to call it a day now. We are nearing the finish line on this qui with lots of time to spare. I'm confident that we will solve the last few clues.
25. DIVER
39. 'Scientist' has 'cent' in it, but I can't figure out the female flock reference. Any ideas on this?
31.PETTY OFFICER Third Class is the first of the Navy's Petty Officer grades. Do you think this could this be the answer to 31?
I can not help you with this quiz, but I will put in my two cents about the "cheating", of course now that the penny is no longer used, the two cents is worthless.
When I was younger, so much younger than today, I was told I was not allowed to use my text book for an exam. That particular summer was the first I worked for dad and one of the men asked me to mix up some grout, I had never been taught to mix up grout, but, but, the instructions were on the bag. I'm coming out of the closet...I cheated. That was huge for someone like me who couldn't remember what side of the bed I got out of in the morning. Some people would say that's not so bad except my bed was up against a wall.
Have a great day
Loved
Thanks Loved,
I needed that. LOL. I don't mind using the Internet for finding answers, but I like a little mystery in my puzzles, and when you can just Google "sibling of Luke Skywalker" and get the answer in so many nano seconds, it's not as much fun. I do use Google for just about everything though.
Cheers, BJ
Very funny, Ed. It's sure nice to have your input on our output. You always have a funny story to tell.
Now, as for the quiz, BJ. I have penciled in the last few answers that we have struggled to get. I also asked Margaret if she could shed any light on any of them. That was a good move.
#22 is CARPENTER. Apparently a man called Harry Carpenter was a much-loved BBC commentator on boxing.
She is going to get back to me on some of the others that may have "local" significance.
Cheers, Louise
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, THOMAS!
Congratulations on this GOLDEN celebration in your life. Your Friday birthday should get the weekend off to a celebratory start.
Dave is on a golfing holiday in Milan for a week but I will happily drink his share of our birthday toast in your honour.
Here's to the 50 years that have brought you this far in life - to the various places, people and events along the way. May you enjoy many more years of good health and personal happiness. Have a GOLDEN day in Saskatchewan.
Cheers and lots of love,
Louise and David
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Hi Lucy,
Interesting. My next move was to ask you to speak to Margaret! I was convinced there should be a carpenter in the mix, but couldn't make him/her fit anywhere. I wonder what Margaret has to say about #39
We'll see. I asked Margaret to look at #8, 22, 31 and 39. All the rest of our answers are clearly in the clues.
I see Thomas is 50 years old today. Cheers to you and Bob - parents for half a century! That calls for another wee dram.
Love, Lucy
I like carpenter for #22. Margaret certainly knew about that one. I hope she is able to come up with the other 3.
Yes, Thomas made it to 50. And it was quite a journey. It calls for a wee dram. Have one on us, too.
Thanks.
Okay, we're setting aside the occupations quiz and we're turning to pastimes. We have until October 31 on this quiz which is sponsored by the Fife Folk Museum.
1. This is a handcraft that you could get hooked on.(7)
2. The east with some jewellery.(12)
3. You don't have to be at a front door to do this.(4,7)
4. Did Danny Boyle really follow this pastime?(5,8)
5. Sydney Harbour.(6)
6. Got a mini bank.(8,6)
7. Rod Stewart sang about this activity.(7)
8. Posterior pig product.(10)
9. You can't tune in to this pig product.(5,3)
10.Asters, chrysanthemum, daffodils, dahlias, tulips.(6,9)
11.This pastime sounds as if it uses an old fashioned pen.(8)
12.Sounds like a Chinese matriarch.(7)
13.A game played in a mathematician's novel of 1865.(7)
14.Another game in the 1871 sequel.(5)
15.Enjoy this in the countryside or even in the kitchen window.(4,8)
16.'Royal mail dew' is not a perfume but a muddled hobby.(5,7)
17.Did Rowland Hill introduce this hobby?(5,10)
18.A song from 'Mary Poppins' extols this activity.(4,6)
19.They may not get paid but they certainly make a scene.(7,9)
20.Garden ingenuity is much admired at Chelsea.(9)
21.Wiff waff(5,6)or(4,4)
22.The name of this craft means 'planting in tray'.(6)
23.Fish, goats, crabs and lions all feature in this interest.(9)
24.The Roaring Game.(7)
25.Some roses enjoy this.(8)
26.You could give a bird a cerise wing in this pastime.(6)
27.Berkshire town.(7)
28.Bayeux.(8)
29.More likely to be leading a parade than conducting an orchestra.(5,7)
30.You may need to be angry to do this handcraft.(5,6)
No example is given for this quiz and the clues seem vague to me. At least we know how many letters there are in the answers.
Lucy
1. MACRAME
5. BRIDGE
7. SAILING
11. QUILTING
13. CROQUET
14. CHESS
17. STAMP COLLECTING
18. KITE FLYING
21. TABLE TENNIS or PING PONG
22. BONSAI
27. READING
28. TAPESTRY
29, BATON TWIRLING
10. FLOWER GARDENING
16. MODEL RAILWAY
24. CURLING
30. CROSS STITCH
Gosh BJ, I guess the clues weren't so vague after all. You are already over the halfway mark. Nice work. So far the pastimes are all familiar ones, too.
I'll be seeing Margaret and Peggy tomorrow so I'll check with Margaret about her answers to the other quiz. The three of us are going out to church and lunch for an early celebration of Peggy's 90th birthday(June 10). Dave is golfing in Italy with friends from Milan. He'll miss the party here but I'm sure he will be making up for it there.
Lucy
15. BIRD WATCHING
9. METAL ART
20. ARRANGING
26. SEWING
23. ASTROLOGY
19. AMATEUR THESPIANS
8. BACKGAMMON
12. BOWLING
4. TRAIN SPOTTING (the locomotive watcher, not the heroin addict.)
I can't believe I missed seeing some of these answers. They are right there in the clues if you know how to find them. We have just four more to go. PUZZLE SOLVING should be on the list in honour of you!
Lucy
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PEGGY!
Congratulations on your 90th! Everybody should have a neighbour like you - a model of kindness, generosity and personal strength.
We are delighted to be sharing your 90th birthday with you. Ever since we came to live in St. Andrew, you have made us feel right at home. You and Margaret are like family to us, and such an important milestone is cause for celebration in any family.
Have a wonderful day. May you continue to enjoy good health and to share many more happy times with family and friends.
Warm wishes and lots of love,
Louise and David
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2. ORIENTEERING
3. BACK PACKING (this one is weak, so I'll keep working at it.)
25. CLIMBING
You've got them all except #6, BJ. I think it's an anagram of the 14 letters since that's how many the answer calls for. It could have been Mountain Biking except there is no U in the clue. Is it some kind of baking or making? Or am I on the wrong track altogether? I have not provided a single answer to this particular quiz. I really did find the clues quite vague.
Lucy
I also thought it had to be an anagram, but I simply couldn't come up with one. I'll keep working on it. And I'm still not happy about back packing. #3.
Did Margaret have any answers to the other quiz?
I think Back packing is good, BJ.
No, Margaret has not figured out the answers to the last three clues on our professions quiz. Like us, she is continuing to work on them.
Lucy
BJ, I think you will like Margaret's answer for #3 better than your own: BELL RINGING.
Margaret also thinks the answer to #6 was meant to be MOUNTAIN BIKING. Perhaps one of the A's should have been a U. The clue could easily have read: Got in a mini bunk. If that's the case, that clue will be discounted in the draw for prizes. Shall we stop trying on that one?
Lucy
I love BELL RINGING--My answer was out of desperation and I never liked it.
Yes, I think #6 is a typo, and we should quit it.
Done!
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JOSEPH!
We hope you are enjoying your mid-week birthday. You will probably have to put in a full day at work before the celebrations can begin.
Wherever you are today, whatever you are doing with your time, have a very happy 17th birthday. We add our congratulations and wishes to all the others that you will receive from family and friends. Cheers!
Lots of love,
Louise and Dave
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HAPPY 5TH ANNIVERSARY, TRICIA!
Five years ago today, you received bone marrow from Brandon for the second time. This is an anniversary that reminds us to say thanks for the gift of life that we so often take for granted.
Congratulations on meeting head on, so many personal challenges to reach this remarkable milestone in life. Only you know the reality of every twist and turn along the way. All we can do is stand on the sidelines and cheer you on.
Thanks again to both of your donors. Give Brandon a big hug from us; he truly is a life-saver!
As always, on special occasions in your life, we will raise a TOAST TO LIFE. Here's to you too, Tricia, for the inspiration you are in the lives of all who know your story. Cheers!
Lots of love,
Louise and David
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DENNIS!
You should be having "double the fun" on this June 16th birthday that is also Father's Day. Have a great time all around.
We will also be marking this day with a toast in your honour - maybe we'll make it a double, too.
Here's to you, then! May your good health continue and may you enjoy many happy returns of this day. Cheers!
Lots of love,
Louise and Dave
And Happy Father's Day to all you dads out there - you know who you are. Cheers!
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DEHLIA!
We hope your special day has dawned bright and warm in Ontario. Congratulations from Scotland!
We also hope that.....
N ine
I s a
N ice, new
E xperience for YOU!
Have lots of Sunday fun with your family and friends.
Love and warm wishes,
Louise and David
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Here's another dog-gone quiz for us. It is sponsored by Wolfspeak Tri-Charity in aid of German Shepherd Rescue Scotland, Springer Spaniel Rescue Scotland and Blind Dog Rescue UK.
The answers are all dogs and our deadline is July 27. No example is given.
1. OLD FASHIONED LAUNDRY AID?(4)
2. HERDSMANHERPEG.(6,8)
3. FOOD FOOD. (4,4)
4. DOES THIS TERRIER SUPPORT CITY OR UNITED? (10)
5. BRAND REST. (2,7)
6. ATE GARDEN. (5,4)
7. CHARLIE'S ISLE.(4,7)
8. WE GROUP TOASTED REG.(9,5,3)
9. POTTERY DOG. (6)
10.DUTCH BARGE DOG. (8)
11.GOLDEN PAGE BE HIS. (7,8)
12.BILL SYKES DOG. (7,4,7)
13.PANCHO IS FOLLICALLY CHALLENGED. (7,7,3)
14. IS THIS TERRIER ON THE TOP OF THE HILL? (5)
15.MINISTERS TERRIER. (6,4,7,7)
I have entered just 15 of 30 clues. I'll be back later.
Lucy
1. BLUE
2. GERMAN SHEPHERD
3. CHOW CHOW
6. GREAT DANE
7. SKYE TERRIER
9. COLLIE
10. KEESHOND
12. ENGLISH BULL TERRIER
Wow, that's a good start, BJ. I have 15 more clues to provide now.
16. LICQUORICE ALLSORT DOG.(6,5)
17. RASH PIE.(4,3)
18. CHARLIE BROWN'S DOG.(6)
19. ANCIENT EGYPTIAN DOG.(7,5)
20. DOG THAT ENDS THE RACE.(7,5)
21. BUTTERFLY DOG.(9)
22. IS THIS DOG CROSS?(7)
23. LITTLE BOATMAN.(10)
24. CHRYSANTHEMUM DOG.(4,3)
25. IS THIS DOG FROM KESWICK?(8,7)
26. EXPENSIVE DOG?(9)
27. TEACHERS AID.(7)
28. WILL THIS TERRIER NEED A PASSPORT?(6,7)
29. AFRICAN MOUNTAIN RANGE?(9,9)
30. WAS THIS TERRIER AT A TEA PARTY?(6)
Lucy
5. ST BERNARD
4.MANCHESTER
15. PARSON JACK RUSSELL TERRIER
18. BEAGLE
21. PAPILLONS
24. SHIH TZU
27. POINTER
28. BORDER TERRIER
20. BOSTON
19. PHARAOH HOUND
20. ALASKAN HUSKY?
23. SCHIPPERKE
16. BASSET HOUND
25. LAKELAND TERRIER
17. SHAR PEI
8. PORTUGUêS WATER DOG
13. MEXICAN CRESTED DOG (hairless)
14. CAIRN
11. BELGIAN SHEEPDOG
I'm still here, BJ but I'm not having much luck scanning long lists of dogs I never knew existed. You are sure doing well. I'm filling in our entry form with all of your answers.
Lucy
29. RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK
Thanks, Lucy.
I am on my way out now, but do you think these 2 answers might work. I'm not sure, but it is the best I can come up with for now.
26. RETRIEVER (GOLDEN)
22. HARRIER
BJ
I've penciled in the last two answers, BJ. They are not as convincing as all the others you have found but I'm satisfied with them for now. I'll check with Margaret on her answers, too. I'll be seeing her later today.
Lucy
I suppose #22 might be WHIPPET, but it's no better than harrier.
Or, perhaps, PITBULL?
Hi BJ,
Margaret has come back with a couple of answers that I think you are going to like:
22. MALTESE
26. DEERHOUND or BUCKHOUND
I have also asked her for her answer to #20, I'll let you know what she has to say about that one too.
Lucy
Hi Lucy,
I had considered deerhound before, but dismissed it. If it had said sounds expensive, it would work better. I do like BUCKHOUND AND MALTESE though.
Did we ever get answers to occupations and professions # 8, 31and 39?
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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, PENNY AND MICHAEL!
Congratulations on the 14th anniversary of your marriage. Here in St. Andrews we are enjoying a warm, bright day as we think of you, doing the same in sunny Saskatchewan.
We hope your mid-week celebration is a delightful break from all those everyday tasks that demand your attention. This 14th anniversary is an occasion for giving thanks. . . for good memories, strong ties and constant love.
We'll drink to that! Cheers!
Warm wishes and lots of love,
Louise and David
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Hi BJ,
Here in the UK, "dear" is a more common expression than "buck". I'm going to enter DEERHOUND for clue #26. Expensive dog?
No, we do not have final answers for 8 and 39 in the professions quiz. (I think your answer to #31 is a good one). Margaret is still working on that quiz, too. We have lots of time to consider our responses.
Love Lucy
For this quiz, all of the answers are islands. It is the Ceres Bowling Club's 2013 Quiz. The deadline is October 18th. No example is given.
1. Not a blended whisky to start.(5)
2. Mixed up teen is rife for this one.(8)
3. Does Santa take his summer holiday here?(9,6)
4. Little alligator lives here?(6,7)
5. Males take on killer whale.(7)
6. Buy your frozen food here.(7)
7. Sounds like an ancient Egyptian king.(5,7)
8. Krakatoa is actually west, not east of here.(4)
9. Thatcher's fighting force goal.(8,7)
10.Force changes one vowel.(5)
11.Mixed up Ian ends a mast.(8)
12.Dam back to start a non-petrol vehicle.(10)
13.Egg hunt at this time of year.(6,6)
14.A style of knitting pattern.(5)
15.Commanding officer gets two learners.(4)
16.Do you have to be daft to live here?(6,5)
17.McVitie's ginger cake heaven.(7)
18.Create loses its "A" rating.(5)
19.Yes returns to finish mixed up angel.(8)
20.Do they put small fish in tins here?(8)
21.Officer leads CA.(7)
22.Englander (anag.9)
23.Was his cap richly deserved?(5)
24.Grey sun gets east initially.(8)
25.Item of clothing.(6)
26.You and I are twice in smart.(9)
27.South Pacific musical's island.(4)
28.Mutiny on the Bounty island.(8)
29.Mash BAA.(anag.7)
30.Female free territory.(4,2,3)
31.It's in Noah's Ark.(4)
32.Last letter to up the odds.(5)
33.Napoleon was certainly not able here.(4)
34.BA boards.(anag.8)
35.Spy RUC.(anag.6)
36.I join tree.(5)
37.Calendar Island.(4,2,3)
38.Ian gets nothing.(4)
39.And rage.(anag.7)
40.Knockout, south.(3)
Happy travels!
Lucy
3. CHRISTMAS ISLAND
13. EASTER ISLAND
17. CRETE
26. BALI
29. ISLE OF MAN
32. ELBA
27. PITCAIRN
28. BAHAMAS
25. BAHAMAS
35. CYPRUS
38. IONA
33. BARBADOS
39. GRENADA
I think you mean #28 for Bahamas, Lucy.
2. TENERIFE
25. MAURITIUS
4. KOMODO ISLAND
7. FAROE ISLANDS
9. FALKLAND ISLANDS
12. MADAGASCAR
14. CABLE
10. CORFU
20. SARDINIA
Something is wrong with the numbering but I haven't figured it out yet. I'm just putting the answers where they belong on the original sheet.
Lucy
15. COLL
38. TIREE
You're right BJ, BAHAMAS is #29
32. ZANTE
40. KOS
Hi Lucy,
You are right about the numbering. I had CRETE as #17 instead of 18. I am assuming that you are figuring it out.
11. AMANITAS
17. JAMAICA
Is Tiree No. 36 rather than 38?
25. BIKINI
24.GUERNSEY
23. CAPRI
21. MAJORCA
1. MALTA
5. MENORCA
6. HANOVER
8. JAVA
19. ANGLESEY
22. GREENLAND
I hope you got the numbering okay. My fault for getting 17 wrong in the first place. Sorry for the confusion.
31. LION
31. SARK
37. ISLE OF MAY
Yep, I'm putting the answers right where they belong. No problem there. Now, do we have an answer for #16? It's the only blank left on our form. That was fun, eh?
Lucy
Got it! Well, David did:
16. SCILLY ISLES
WELL DONE. YES, IT WAS A LOT OF FUN.
I got one!!! Number two is German shepherd!!! What the...... sigh.
LOL, Loved.
Better luck, next quiz!
That is so funny, Ed. I have been chuckling to myself all day about your delayed quiz answer and the realization that we have left you far behind. Cheers!
Lucy
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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, LORRAINE AND THOMAS!
You made a good choice to get married on this day of the summer solstice. It's an easy one to remember and the sun shines as long as possible today.
Congratulations! Our Book of Days suggests that a gift of SUGAR is in order on a sixth anniversary. Isn't that a nice thought? Sugar offers up so many sweet surprises in life.
Have a whole day of sunshine and surprises today. May your marriage continue to be like sugar for many years to come. Cheers!
Lots of love,
Louise and David
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MIKE!
We have been thinking of you today as news reaches us about the flooding in Alberta. It may be difficult for you to fit in a birthday celebration while coping with such wet weather conditions.
For now, we just hope that you and your family are not in any danger and that the flood waters will soon subside. Later today, we will be raising a birthday toast in your honour. May you spend this day in safety and may your birthday celebration be a warm and happy family time.
Love and best wishes,
Louise and David
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Lucy,
Do you think #39 of the professions quiz could be DOCENTE? doe + cent. I know docent is usually spelled without an 'e' on the end, but some dictionaries do give docente as the feminine form of docent.
BJ
Yes, BJ, I think DOCENTE makes sense here. Margaret is still working on this quiz, too. I'll keep you posted on any results.
Lucy
Canada Day is well under way here in Scotland where we are several hours ahead of Canadians - especially those who live in BC. We hope you've all had a wonderful long weekend of patriotic celebrations. We are flying the flag ourselves today. Cheers!
Louise and Dave
Canada Day is well under way here in Scotland where we are several hours ahead of Canadians - especially those who live in BC. We hope you've all had a wonderful long weekend of patriotic celebrations. We are flying the flag ourselves today. Cheers!
Louise and Dave
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, THERESA!
We realize that those who know you best call you Tess. We can hardly believe that you are SIX years old today. We remember the summer that you were born because we were in Canada ourselves that year. You made that Canada Day extra-special just as you continue to do year after year.
Congratulations!
S ix
I s
X citing!
Have lots of fun with your family and friends.
Love, Louise and David
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Hi Lucy,
Do you think #8 in the professions quiz could be VETERINARIAN? The word 'EVEN' is in it--V E t E ri N ian, but I can't make out any reference to the root vegetables. Other professions with 'EVEN' in them are: SCRIVENER,TAVERNER,ENGRAVER,ADVENTURER
BJ
Well, I think you are on the right track here, BJ. But somehow the reference to a list of root vegetables has to come into the answer, too.
Lucy
#8 list rutabaga even = TRAVEL AGENT
I left out the last a in rutabaga in my last blog but I think it still works. This is my last word on #8 of the professions quiz!
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