Todays Cryptogram

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1 posted on 09/04/2026 2:53:24 AM PDT by FroggyTheGremlim

To: 4Liberty; absalom01; alicewonders; AloneInMass; Apple Pan Dowdy; Aria; AUsome Joy; babyfreep; ...

__ Hello, Ready for a mental workout? __ A Cryptogram is a classic quotation puzzle frequently featured in daily publications. I source the best and most challenging ones to help keep our minds sharp and boost cognitive health!

__ How the Cryptogram Works

In a Cryptogram, a single letter always stands for another letter.

(Example: AXYDLBAAXR might translate to LONGFELLOW. This is just an example and does not apply to today's puzzle.)

If this is your first time, don't be intimidated-the game is very addictive, and you will quickly master the technique! If you find yourself stumped, simply take a break and return to it later. _

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Solving: I suggest printing the puzzle ___ and working on it with pen and paper. You can also copy and paste the text into the helper link below if you prefer a digital tool. (I recommend that you do NOT look at the letter counter in the Helper for a better challenge).
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__ HAL'S CRYPTOGRAM HELPER

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2 posted on 09/04/2026 2:56:54 AM PDT by FroggyTheGremlim (Hail to Pitt!)

To: FroggyTheGremlim

WELCOME BACK cryptogram masters!!!!!

3 posted on 09/04/2026 2:59:36 AM PDT by Steven Tyler

To: FroggyTheGremlim

If the author is a she, I might have it.

4 posted on 09/04/2026 3:00:35 AM PDT by ComputerGuy

When you have it, please “SHOW ME”....

5 posted on 09/04/2026 3:02:22 AM PDT by srmanuel

Not a she, but we gave ‘em hell and solved it anyway.

6 posted on 09/04/2026 3:04:56 AM PDT by ComputerGuy

To: FroggyTheGremlim

7 posted on 09/04/2026 3:22:47 AM PDT by BlueLancer (POOKIE'S TOONS - https://www.therightreasons.net/forum/35-todaystoons/)

To: FroggyTheGremlim

You can read all about it

8 posted on 09/04/2026 4:21:26 AM PDT by Apple Pan Dowdy (... as American as Apple Pie. Normal is not coming back, but Jesus will. )

To: FroggyTheGremlim

9 posted on 09/04/2026 5:45:12 AM PDT by SunkenCiv (TDS -- it's not just for DNC shills and jihadists anymore -- oh, wait, yeah it is.)

To: FroggyTheGremlim

That is an outstanding quote. Thank you.

10 posted on 09/04/2026 6:39:06 AM PDT by SharpenedEdge (Stockpile. Prepare. Arm. Train. A Storm is coming.)

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