Posted on 11/21/2020 7:44:03 AM PST by nikos1121
BYR TRXJB LNPRLRIB ZJ NK ZLONSBXIMR BN XTT IXBHSR. BYR RIBZSR NMRXI ZJ XKKRMBRF UD X ORUUTR. —-UTXZJR OXJMXT
The way it works is a letter stands for another letter. For example: AXYDLBAAXR is LONGFELLOW (does not apply to today's cryptogram).
Beware, the game is very addictive. If this is your first time, don't be intimidated, you’ll be solving them all within a few days. If you’re stumped, take a break and return to it.
PLEASE DO NOT post the answer in general comments, but DO post your time and how you made out.
You can certainly send your solution to my private reply, or if you need a hint for today’s Cryptogram ASK THE GROUP FOR HELP!
I suggest printing these out and work them on paper. If you need a little help you can copy and paste it to Hal’s Helper below.
You can then work on the puzzle without using pen and paper, but I recommend that you do NOT look at the letter counter.
One last request. Feel free to post a fun or clever clue, the more tangential to the quotation the better, but please don’t put the actual words of the quote in the clue.
Yes, it’s my birthday.
Thank you all for being there during these troubled times.
It is comforting to have you all in my life even though we’ve never met.
Our president will win this latest battle in the arena of public opinion and
Then in the courts.
The truth is on our side.
God will allow him to complete his destiny.
God will not allow a fool to lead us.
His will prevail.
Answer to yesterday’s CG
A MOUSE IS BEAUTIFUL NOT BECAUSE OF ITS BALLS BUT BECAUSE OF ITS CAVES. RUSSIAN SAYING
Mouse or House?
Mouse Balls (IBM internal memo)
THIS IS AN ACTUAL ALERT TO IBM FIELD ENGINEERS THAT WENT OUT TO ALL IBM BRANCH OFFICES. THE PERSON WHO WROTE IT WAS VERY SERIOUS. THE REST OF US MAY FIND IT RATHER FUNNY.
Abstract: Mouse Balls Available as FRU (Field Replacement Unit)
Mouse balls are now available as FRU’s. Therefore, if a mouse fails to operate or should it perform erratically, it may need a ball replacement. Because of the delicate nature of this procedure, replacement of mouse balls should only be attempted by properly trained personnel.
Before proceeding, determine the type of mouse balls by examining the underside of the mouse. Domestic balls will be larger and harder than foreign balls. Ball removal procedures differ depending upon the manufacture of the mouse. Foreign ball can be replaced using the pop-off method. Domestic balls are replaced using the twist-off method. Mouse balls are not usually static sensitive. However, excessive handling can result in sudden discharge. Upon completion of ball replacement, the mouse may be used immediately.
It is recommended that each replacer have a pair of spare balls for maintaining optimum customer satisfaction, and that any customer missing his balls should suspect local personnel of removing these necessary items.
To re-order, specify one of the following:
Domestic Balls - p/n 33f8462
Foreign Balls - p/n 33f4861
= = = = =
Today’s puzzle about 1 minute.
1st word, 7th word, 2nd word, 6th word, off to the races.
Happy Birthday! You share the date with Goldie Hawn, Ken Griffey Jr., and my sister.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY NIKOS!!!
You Rock!
Today’s puzzle time is 2:17.
Started with the eighth word, then first. Stagnated on the third word. Yes, a very “duh” moment.
A HOUSE IS BEAUTIFUL NOT BECAUSE OF ITS WALLS, BUT BECAUSE OF ITS CAKES.—RUSSIAN SAYING
Happy Birthday!!!!
And many many moar
Letter frequency will not mislead you on this one.
JNRRG VLMKJZNG TMQH GQSM ZNLEG IMGRKQUMNH TMLOBZY JOMO QB TMOO MORSVELI!
Common letter and small words led to the author, which opened up the rest…
Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday nikos1121. May you have many more trips around the sun. I really appreciate your “Today’s Cryptogram”. Thank you so much for posting each day.
Your solution was the same answer I got. . . Not the Mouse with balls one. Neither one makes much sense.
I googled it, and my solution was actually identified as a Russian proverb. It’s Russian, so don’t expect it to make sense.
Happy Birthday, nikos!!! Hope your day was maga blessed.
I hope you had a good birthday! You’re right on the cusp of Scorpio and Sagittarius, which means you’re a complex personality. (Mine was in Virgo/Libra land.) Yes, President Trump will prevail, and drain the Swamp! Best wishes!!
A HOUSE IS BEAUTIFUL NOT BECAUSE OF ITS WALLS, BUT BECAUSE OF ITS CAPES.—RUSSIAN SAYING
A HOUSE IS BEAUTIFUL NOT BECAUSE OF ITS MALLS, BUT BECAUSE OF ITS CAVES.—RUSSIAN SAYING
A MOUSE IS BEAUTIFUL NOT BECAUSE OF ITS HALLS, BUT BECAUSE OF ITS CAVES.—RUSSIAN SAYING
A MOUSE IS BEAUTIHUL NOT BECAUSE OH ITS WALLS, BUT BECAUSE OH ITS CAVES.—RUSSIAN SAYING
A very happy birthday to you, Nikos!! Thank you for keeping this thread going! My day wouldn’t be the same without it.
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