That's the Spirit!

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Puzzle Notes

Where the spirit does not work with the hand, there is no art. ~Leonardo da Vinci

Greetings Friends,

Publishing is a tough business. In the '90s, when I was trying to get published, one could say that my first crossword submission was described in superlative terms. The editor said that my puzzle was “among the worst” he’d ever seen. That was a humbling blow, but with time and daily practice, things started to look up.

Today’s puzzle is inspired by a lovely poem referenced in one of the clues. We hope that this sets the stage for a spirited holiday season. 

Welcome to Week 548 of Crossword Nation. We cordially invite you to solve “That’s the Spirit!” as your puzzle of the week.

Thank you for subscribing, for renewing and for being a superlative Monday night friend.

Until next time, I remain . . .

Cruciverbally yours, 

Liz

Solvers of The New Yorker puzzles: Themeless puzzlers, please check out my latest crossword (a "lightly challenging" diversion, per the editors).

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But first ....

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Happy solving and be well!

Liz Gorski

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