Author: plusjeremy

Introduction 8:56. A solid puzzle that took some work to work out. I think I was mainly held up by the anagrams, which I am simply not good at without pencil and paper. Remind me … Read more “Times Quick Cryptic No 1682 by Teazel”

Introduction Finally, I didn’t choke! 5:33 is on par with my other times lately, and I’ll gladly take it. Unfortunately, I was doing so well on time that I forgot I was going to try … Read more “Times Quick Cryptic No 1672 by Hurley”

Introduction 13:06, keeping with my new tradition of doing 2-3 times worse on my blog days than on other days. Solid puzzle. Postscript: After completing the blog, I realize there are many many many double … Read more “Times Quick Cryptic No 1662 by Mara”

Introduction 16:46, which was disappointing, given that I’ve been on a roll lately with a bunch of sub-8 solves. It’s always harder when it’s your blog! That being said, this one actually seemed quite difficult, … Read more “Times Quick Cryptic No 1652 by Joker”

Introduction Finished in 9:23. I had hoped for something a bit faster as I’ve been working on improving my speed. But when the pressure’s on, I seem to slow down! In any case, a tricky … Read more “Times Quick Cryptic No 1642 by Felix”

Introduction 10:04, with a full four minutes spent on 1 Across, 2 Down, and the first half of 8 Across. Could have been one of my best times, so I imagine many will find this … Read more “Times Quick Cryptic No 1632 by Izetti”

Introduction 15:59. Took longer than I’d hoped to but got tangled on 8 Down and 9 Across, where I had a wrong letter at first so nothing made sense. A hearty, enjoyable challenge. Solutions Across … Read more “Times Quick Cryptic No 1622 by Joker”

Introduction 18:35. Without question the most difficult Quickie I’ve ever attempted. It was a real struggle to get home, and for a time I thought I might give up. Nevertheless, I appreciated having to think … Read more “Times Quick Cryptic No 1612 by Teazel”

Introduction 10:15. A jaunty solve! I’m in good spirits despite the hardships facing so many of my fellow world citizens. I enjoyed this puzzle. Sweet and smooth. Solutions Across 1 Like Lincoln, perhaps, quiet and … Read more “Times Quick Cryptic No 1602 by Orpheus”

Introduction 12:52. There was always something that could go in easily, but I found myself scratching my head at several clues that I could only get on a second pass. My slow-ish time was due … Read more “Times Quick Cryptic No 1592 by Izetti”