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Good morning, Elle!
I've just had a quick squiz at The Times on-line.
I've read Rose's Feedback column but there is no mention of your query/complaint regarding the crossword puzzle clue, or anything related to crossword puzzles.
But she at least passed it on to Mr Rogan.

Good morning, Rusty!
It is a lovely sunny day here.
I was out early as usual with the dog, and now I have a few jobs to do at home, before attempting my last bits of shopping.
I was thrown out of gear yesterday with the plumber coming.....otherwise these bits and pieces would have been completed by now.
( "Bits and Pieces" - the Dave Clark Five?)
Thank you for the update on Rose's column.
I am wondering if maybe Mr R decided to deal privately with letters pointing out the error over about Bolton's status......rather than its becoming a main issue in the paper?
No matter...I am satisfied with the outcome.
You sound as though you have a busy weekend ahead.
It is good that you get to spend so much time with your granddaughters.
Did you check out the skiing schedule?

Hello, Elle!
Snap!
Beautiful day here, and mild, too.
Rose's Feedback column gets many queries or complaints from folk about many different things which have appeared in the paper.
Crosswords feature from time to time.
She can't put everything in her column, I'd say.
I certainly do not think she has overlooked you, but other subjects took priority.
Today, her topics were, Christmas presents, admirals, Botticelli, and Alvin and the Chipmunks got a mention!
I think she decided crossword puzzles are Mr R's pigeon and passed your email on to him.
Seems sensible?
ASDA was not as busy as I expected.
Yes, there is men's and women's skiing on at various times today.

Hi, Rusty!
I have been out to deliver the Christmas presents to my "old" neighbour and family.
They have visitors from Belgium over to see them for Christmas.
I have but one other errand to do......but I need my husband to drive me there.
I am working on that.....!
In the meantime , I shall make a coffee and take a look at the crossword.......
Have you done your puzzle?

Hello, Elle!
Yes, I finished the puzzle earlier!
No more puzzles until Monday, now.
And I am not sure if I'll have time to fit it in on Monday.
Could be a busy day!

Good afternoon, Rusty!
I am back home again now...…..mission accomplished!
I am here now for the duration of the day.
All my presents are finally bought.
I shall finish the wrapping this afternoon......and then, hopefully, I can relax!
But you sound very busy yourself......
You are going to the Pine Cone tomorrow with Miss O, and then you have your eldest granddaughter coming to see you on Monday, haven't you?
I am hopefully looking forward now to two quiet days, before the onslaught begins!
I still haven't got around to starting the crossword!

Hello, Elle!
I am visiting my daughter-in-law on Monday, after ASDA, then my granddaughter is coming to see me, then my son will visit.
So Monday will be quite busy (for me).
I am going out soon to put some petrol in my car in case I have to do some unexpected driving in the next day or two.
Had a look at the Loch site earlier.
Beautiful day there, with ducks on the loch.

Elle

Congratulations on receiving an apology from RR. I am pleased he admitted the error. Well done for taking it up with him. I agree with Tykes comment that these matters are important.

Hi, Rusty!
I have just been talking to my daughter.
She has cleverly found a way of inveigling her husband into helping her to wrap all the presents...
She just makes a hash of it and he then takes over, claiming that he can do it better.....
Now why didn't I think of that....?
Yes, Monday.....Christmas Eve ...is indeed going to be a busy day for you.
What are you planning for Christmas Day itself?



Thank you, Jigjag!
I am sure I was not alone in challenging the accuracy of the "Bolton" clue....
I am pleased with the result.

Hello, Elle!
On Christmas Day some of my granddaughters are coming to see me (I am looking forward to that!), and after that I have the day to myself.
I have no plans.
Basically, once I get past Monday it will be plain sailing.