Puzzle Notes
Dear Friends,
In the depth of winter I finally learned that there was in me an invincible summer. ~Albert Camus
Summer, which arrived last week, seems to have crept up on me -- without much warning, but very welcome. After a long, harsh winter one dreams of t-shirt-and-sandal weather, outdoor tennis, picnic lunches and the item in 37-Across. Though we have a lot to think about in our daily lives, let's remember to engage in a few minutes of self-care each day.
To that end, I've started listening to the Beethoven symphonies again, with score, as a way to unwind in the evenings. For its sampling of nature's sounds, the Sixth Symphony -- The Pastoral -- is among my favorites to this day. Perhaps today's puzzle -- which suggests a bit of frolicking -- was inspired by Beethoven's work. In any event, Beethoven is unfailingly mood-altering and life-affirming. Does music do that for you?
Welcome to Week 578 of Crossword Nation. We invite you to solve "Let's Horse Around!" as your featured crossword. May you have an invincible week!
Thank you for solving, subscribing and re-upping. Until next time, I remain . . .
Cruciverbally yours,
Liz
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Happy solving and be well!
Liz Gorski
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