Ps
If you were a regular on Q&P Crosswords you'd know we have a lady questioner who has found the way to solve the cryptic crossword.
1) A posting saying ' I' m just starting & need help with these (8) clues.
2) Using the letters from those 8 , ask about another 8 by saying' I'm making progress but need a gentle shove'.
3) As her crossword is three quarters complete, ask for a final push and as she has most letters in place she gets lots of replies.
4) Finalise the grid, post off and hope to win and then tell all her friends.
QED