This may seem an odd entry but i simply wanted to say thank you to all you great people who advise and help those like me who are not really up to speed! I am recently retired and wanted to try things that I had not done before because I was too busy. One was the Times crossword. At first, to put it mildly, i struggled and was near the point where i was gong to give it up as a failed effort. I happened to mention it to a friend who i knew did crosswords. He told me about this site and it has been an amazing help to me. I haven't asked any questions as yet because i am nowhere near the point where i can say as so many others do "Last clue..." I wish! as my grandson would say. But i am getting much better and have nearly finished a number of the daily puzzles and over the bank Holiday i did nearly two thirds of both. An amazing move forward. And all because of you people. i follow your answers to all the questions you are sent and more and more I am understanding the logic of the clues. You are so generous and you are making an Oldish man really happy as i develop this new skill.
Thank you all. I shan't mention particular names tonight but i think you will know who you are. Give yourselves a pat on the back if you have given advice or help to others
A Meld