Chrise. Thank you for solving last week`s blank space for me with that fishing clue. I didn`t get it till your reply but knowing the answer I see what a clever clue it is. By the way that farad/columb thing keeps reappearing in RT crosswords.
Am glad you have magnolias too. I have one and it is magnificent this year and the blooms have remained in place. And we too have a lovely sunny day.
With regard to this week`s puzzle it is early days yet for me to be seeking help.