Cryptoquote Spoiler – 01/04/17

“If you think taking care of yourself is selfish, change your mind.  If you don’t, you’re simply ducking your responsibilities.”   —   Ann Richards

(Now, this was one cool lady!  It’s a shame she didn’t live longer.  She would’ve made a great first woman President!  But, I have to say I was getting a little worried there, as the letter D was one of the very last letters I filled in.  Be well and do good, friends.)   —   YUR

Jumble Spoiler – 01/04/16

Visual Description:  Ciao Bella Chow!

TAAPD  =  ADAPT,  XCATE  =  EXACT,  DAMIDY  =  MIDDAY,  DIMELD  =  MIDDLE   —   Giving us:  ATEAYL

Clue/Question:  With great restaurants in Milan, Florence and Rome, they enjoyed their trip to – – –

Answer:  “EATALY“

(When Carol and I traveled through Italy we never had a bad meal.  The food was always delicious!  Even though it was early spring when we went, it was probably the best trip I’ve ever taken.  And, a lot of it was because of the great food.  Even the very simple continental breakfasts were something to look forward to.  Awesome! 

There were no new clue words today, however all of the jumbles came up as new.  A little unusual seeing both MIDDAY and MIDDLE in the same puzzle.  I guess there are some similarities in ADAPT and EXACT as well, but not quite as much.  The answer letter layout made for a nice jumble.  The cartoon was very appetizing.  And, it brought back some great memories.  Be well and do good, friends.)   —   YUR