Dec. 1st - 31st, 2014

Here we are in December --- that wonderful month marking the end of our calendar year, as well as a time of special celebrations.  Beginning with Hanukkah, or the Festival of Lights, followed by Christmas, the commemoration of Christ's birth, and Kwanzaa, the observation of the importance of family, community and culture, the month culminates with New Year's Eve, the threshold for things yet to come. This is a time of seasonal decorations, spiritual observations and reunions, featuring good food and drink, warm feelings, and giving and receiving of gifts.  The Yule season is a festive remembrance of times past and present, as well as an anticipation of times ahead.  Enjoy the season! Make this a December to remember.  And, when possible, take time to work a puzzle or two from this month's selection or the archives provided.  Happy Holidays!

New puzzle entries are now posted every Mon., Wed., & Fri. of each week.

Happy Holidays to all of our faithful players!

12/31/14  Sky High 
12/29/14  Chill Out 
12/26/14  It's Best 
12/24/14  Put To Rest 
12/22/14  Chance It 
12/19/14  Be A Good Guy 
12/17/14  Never Say Never 
12/12/14  At Large 
12/10/14  It's A Reach 
12/08/14  Sit 
12/05/14  Get It Done 
12/03/14  Take A Peek 
12/01/14  Dodge The Bullet 

It's A Fact

William Gee's crossword puzzles have now been played

in over one-half of the nations in the world and

now number close to one million and a half visits to date.*

*Includes both crosswordspree.blogspot.com and bestcrosswords.com.

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Remember, you can always do more of William Gee's crossword puzzles at

http://bestcrosswords.com with many different postings, not featured here.

Simply click on "Guest Constructors" and select "William Gee".

Nov. 1st - 30th, 2014

November --- the threshold to the end of year Holiday Season.  This is a time of preparation and of expectations for the busy weeks ahead, punctuated this month in the U.S. by Thanksgiving: that wonderful day of feasting, giving thanks for our blessings, and family get-togethers.  Enjoy the season!  And, when time permits, relax with a puzzle or two from this month's selection or visit the archives provided to the right, with more than 1200 additional selections.

New puzzle entries are now posted every Mon., Wed., & Fri. each week.

11/28/14  The Tail End 
11/26/14  O.K. 
11/24/14  To A T 
11/21/14  Get A Grip 
11/19/14  Now's The Time 
11/17/14  Eye Spy 
11/14/14  Let's Move It! 
11/12/14  Doing Things Up 
11/10/14  On The QT 
11/07/14  Fated 
11/05/14  Ersatz 
11/03/14  Dessert Anyone? 

It's A Fact

William Gee's crosswords have  now been played

in over one-half of the nations in the world

and now number well-over one million visits to date.*

*Includes both crosswordspree.blogspot.com and bestcrosswords.com.

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Remember, you can always do more of William Gee's crossword puzzles at

http://bestcrosswords.com with many different postings, not featured here.

Simply click on "Guest Constructors" and select "William Gee".

Oct. 1st - 31st, 2014

October is the harbinger of change in the northern hemisphere.  Indian Summer sets in briefly with warm days and crisp nights.  Trees put on their color extravaganza, an annual arboreal finale, as we begin to concentrate on creature comforts in preparation for the colder days ahead.  We celebrate Columbus Day and Halloween, perhaps while curled up by a crackling fire; an excellent setting for working on a few crossword puzzles.  Please click below for a current selection or browse the archives listed to the right with more than 1200 additional choices for your puzzling pleasure.

New puzzles are now posted every Mon., Wed., & Fri. each week.

10/31/14  Melancholy 
10/29/14  Pointless 
10/27/14  Make An Effort 
10/24/14  Best Ever 
10/22/14  Loaded 
10/20/14  Tomorrow 
10/17/14  Forget About It 
10/15/14  Kick Off 
10/13/14  Fasten Your Seat Belts 
10/10/14  Scrub Time 
10/08/14  Not So Hot 
10/06/14  Inconceivable 
10/03/14  Double Talk 
10/01/14  Margarita 

It's A Fact

William Gee's crossword puzzles have now been played

in over one-half of the nations in the world

and now number well over one million visits to date.*

*Includes both crosswordspree.blogspot.com and bestcrosswords.com.

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Remember, you can always do more of William Gee;s crossword puzzles at

http://bestcrosswords.com with many different posting, not featured here.

Simply click on "Guest Constructors" and select "WilliamGee".

Sept. 1st - 30th, 2014

Here we are once again facing the end of Summer in the northern hemisphere.  Soon night-time temperatures will begin to cool and the leaves will rehearse their spectacular and colorful end of season show.  It is harvest time, the kids are back in school, and football season looms.  We celebrate Labor Day and begin to think about wrapping up outdoor seasonal interests.  Also this month we make the subtle segue into Fall.  Soon we will be spending more time inside and pursuing our favorite indoor activities.  Make certain that one of these pursuits is your daily mental exercises with a crossword puzzle or two.  We offer our newest challenges below, but include over 1200 additional choices in the archives listed to the right.  Happy puzzling!

New puzzle entries are now posted every Mon., Wed., & Fri. each week

09/29/14  Old_Fashioned 
09/26/14  What A Ham! 
09/24/14  Going Up 
09/22/14  Scoot! 
09/19/14  Far, Far Away 
09/17/14  Time And Again 
09/15/14  It's In The Can 
09/12/14  Lies, Lies, Lies 
09/10/14  Bound To Happen 
09/08/14  And  ......
09/05/14  That's Entertainment 
09/03/14  Chic 
09/01/14  Finito 

It's A Fact

William Gee's crossword puzzles have now been played

in over one-half of the nations in the world

and now number well over one million visits to date.*

*Includes both crosswordspree.blogspot.com and bestcrosswords.com.

_______________________________________________

Remember, you can always do more of William Gee's crossword puzzles at

http://bestcrosswords.com with many different postings, not featured here.

Simply click on "Guest Constructors" and select "William Gee".

Aug. 1st - 31st, 2014

Named by the Romans to honor their emperor Augustus, August represents the height of summer in the temperate zones of the northern hemisphere.  Although the longest days of the year have passed, the hottest days remain.  Strangely, it is the only month of the calendar year not to have a national U.S. holiday.  The Anglo-Saxons referred to August as "Weod monath" or "Weed month" because it is the period when plant growth is most active.  It also represents one of the busiest tourism months and a time when most workers enjoy a vacation.  Away or at home, remember to find a cool spot, spread out, and enjoy your daily crossword puzzles.  And, remember the archives to the right contain over 1200 additional entries for your puzzle pleasure.

New puzzle entries are now posted every Mon., Wed. & Fri. of each week.

08/29/14  On Cloud Nine 
08/27/14  Stay Cool 
08/25/14  Second Hand 
08/22/14  Where Ya Gonna Put It? 
08/20/14  You Bet! 
08/18/14  Act Naturally 
08/15/14  Huh? 
08/13/14  Non-Exclusive 
08/11/14  Poppycock 
08/08/14  Trustworthy 
08/06/14  Infrequently 
08/04/14  Let's Do It! 
08/01/14 What's That?  

It's A Fact

William Gee's crossword puzzles have now been played

in over one-half of the nations in the world

and now number well over one million visits to date.*

*Includes both crosswordspree.blogspot.com and bestcrosswords.com.

________________________________________________

Remember, you can always do more of William Gee's crossword puzzles at

http://bestcrosswords.com with many different postings, not featured here.

Simply click on "Guest Constructors" and select "William Gee".

July 1st - 31st, 2014

July has arrived, and with it the second half of our year begins.  Named for Julius Caesar, it once was the fifth month of the year, but was moved to become our seventh month and acquired an extra day!  In the northern hemisphere it begins the hottest season, known familiarly as "the dog days of summer".  It also represents a relatively drier time of year with flowers in abundance that crave the warmth.  Beyond being "National Hot Dog Month", July is undoubtedly best recognized in the U.S. by the celebration of Independence Day on the 4th of the month, with fireworks displays, family picnics and barbeques, baseball, and time away from work at favorite leisure spots.  As you enjoy the summer activities, remember to squeeze in some time for your mental exercises and crossword puzzles.  These are a great way to start a day at breakfast or end a day after supper.  Happy puzzling!

New puzzle entries are now posted every Mon., Wed., & Fri.

07/30/14  Encore! 
07/28/14  Time To Choose 
07/25/14  Tight 
07/23/14  The Small Things 
07/21/14  Certainly 
07/18/14  In Doubt 
07/16/14  Magical 
07/14/14  Eminent 
07/11/14  Never Say Die 
07/09/14  Time Out 
07/07/14  Logical 
07/04/14  Say Nothing 
07/02/14  Distant 

It's A Fact

William Gee's crossword puzzles have now been played

in over one-half of the nations in the world

and now number well over one million visits to date.*

*Includes both crosswordspree.blogspot.com and bestcrosswords.com.

________________________________________________________

Remember, you can always do more of William Gee's crossword puzzles at

http://bestcrosswords.com with many different postings, not featured here.

Simply click on "Guest Constructors" and select "William Gee".

June 1st - 30th, 2014

June signals the approach of mid-year and the beginning of Summer in the northern hemisphere.  It is the end of the school year for many students or the end of a study program and graduation, plus it heralds the beginning of the traditional vacation season between Memorial Day and Labor Day in the United States.  Named for the Roman goddess Juno, known as the goddess of marriage, this month is looked upon as the best for couples to tie the knot!  We look forward to more daylight hours as the longest day approaches in the northern hemisphere and delight in the abundance of greenery and flowers, especially the roses.  Major holidays this month are Flag Day and Father's Day.  Enjoy the season and remember to continue playing crossword puzzles for better mental health, as well as the entertainment factor.  Current entries are posted below and the archives, listed to the right, contain over 1200 additional selections to choose from!

New puzzle entries are now posted every Mon., Wed. & Fri.

06/30/14  It's The Truth 
06/27/14  Like When? 
06/25/14  How Chic 
06/23/14  No Guts, No Glory!
06/20/14  At Risk 
06/18/14  The Bestest 
06/16/14  A Far Piece 
06/13/14  Secret 
06/11/14  Missing do to illness
06/09/14  Deduces 
06/06/14  Not Far 
06/04/14  Later 
06/02/14 How Smart!  

It's A Fact

William Gee's crossword puzzles have now been played

in over one-half the nations in the world

and now number well over one million visits to date.*

*Includes both crosswordspree.blogspot.com and bestcrosswords.com.

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Remember, you can always do more of William Gee's crossword puzzles at

http://bestcrosswords.com where new and different postings, not featured here,

are available on a limited basis, as a guest constructor.
The latest post to this website is dated 05/09/14.  Check it out!

May 1st - 31st, 2014

May, generally, is one of he most beautiful months in the northern hemisphere; with any traces of ice and snow mostly gone.  Named for Maia, the Roman goddess of Spring and growth, May is the harbinger of sprouting gardens, blooming wild flowers, the greening of trees and grasses, the building of birds' nests and our desire to spend more time outdoors.  Events celebrated during the month include Cinco de Mayo, the Kentucky Derby, Mother's Day, Armed Forces Day, and concludes with Memorial Day.  Take time to enjoy this gentler season as well as work in time for some crossword puzzles.  Breakfast is the perfect time to stimulate your mental faculties, but you may prefer to defer playing until there is time to relax at day's end.  Either way, check out the daily offerings below, and, if not a regular player, browse the archives to the right for hundreds more puzzles to do.  Even those who are regular players may enjoy replaying some of these choices.

New puzzle entries are posted every Monday, Wednesday and Friday

05/30/14  Lights Out 
05/28/14  On Target 
05/26/14  Hear Me Now!  
05/23/14  Just A Reminder 
05/21/14  Quiet! 
05/19/14  All Mixed Up 
05/16/14  Restricted 
05/14/14  Done For 
05/12/14  Dumbfounded 
05/09/14  It'll Cost You 
05/07/14  Where Is It? 
05/05/14  In The Know 
05/02/14  The View 

It's A Fact

William Gee's crossword puzzles have now been played

in over one-half of the nations in the world

and now number more than one million visits to date.*

*Includes both crosswordspree.blogspot.com and bestcrosswords.com

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Remember, you can always do more of William Gee's crossword puzzles at

http://bestcrosswords.com where a new and different posting, not featured here,

is available every 15 days, on average, as a guest constructor.

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William Gee's latest post to the BestCrosswords site is dated 05/09/14.

Check it out!

Apr. 1st - 30th, 2014

The first full month of Spring, April ushers in a welcomed time of change.  From the Latin "aperire" meaning "to open", it is a time when trees and flowers burst forth in the northern hemisphere, birds return and the bees and butterflies are busy.  It is planting time, pro baseball season begins, thoughts turn to Spring cleaning and yard work, plus it is a time for some leisure in appreciated warm sunshine.  April opens with April Fool's Day, celebrated world-wide as a day of jokes and general foolishness.  It is the month that also  hosts Arbor Day, the annual event geared toward a consciousness for reforestation, plus the Jewish faith celebrates Passover and the Christian faith celebrates Good Friday and Easter Sunday.  As you enjoy this season of less confinement and the onset of more outdoor activities, don't forget to take a few moments now and then to do a crossword puzzle or two, which is a great way to exercise your mental faculties.  Enjoy this month's offerings listed below or tap into the archives listed to the right where you will find more than 1200 additional postings.

New puzzle entries are posted every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

04/30/14  Make Do 
04/28/14  A Matter Of Anatomy 
04/25/14  Adapt 
04/23/14  It's The Best 
04/21/14  Alright Already 
04/18/14  Without End 
04/16/14  Meal Time 
04/14/14  Monotonous 
04/11/14  Time For Soup 
04/09/14  Eggy Delights 
04/07/14  Hit Or Miss 
04/04/14  Just A Notion 
04/02/14  Put It In Gear 

It's A Fact

William Gee's crossword puzzles have now been played

in over half the nations in the world

and now number well over one million visits to date.*

*Includes both crosswordspree.blogspot.com and bestcrosswords.com.

__________________________________________________

Remember, you can always do more of William Gee's crossword puzzles at

http://bestcrosswords.com where a new and different posting, not featured here,

is available every 10 to 12 days, on average, as a guest constructor.

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William Gee's latest post to  the BestCrosswords site is dated 04/18/14.

Check it out!

Mar, 1st - 31st, 2014

Welcome to March: the herald of Spring.  This is the month that "comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb" (hopefully).  This is a time when animals end their hibernation, plants and trees come back to life, and the sap begins to flow.  Originally the first month on the Roman calendar, it is named for Mars, the god of war, undoubtedly because it represents a period of unsettled weather.  The major holiday celebrated in March is St. Patrick's Day, in commemoration of the Irish priest who became the patron saint of Ireland.  This month, in the northern hemisphere, we look forward to the beginning of Spring with softer days to come and the return to outdoor activities, shedding heavy clothing, and enjoying more sunshine again.  Either inside or out, remember to reserve a few moments to do a puzzle or two from time to time.  This month's selections appear below, or you can choose from the 1200+ puzzles in the archives listed to the right.

As of March 1, 2014 publication will be on a

Monday-Wednesday-Friday schedule only.

03/31/14  No Way, Jose! 
03/28/14  Eerie 
03/26/14  Keep Calm 
03/24/13  Totally Awesome! 
03/21/14  Keeping Fit 
03/19/14  Requirements 
03/17/14  Like Now! 
03/14/14  It's Nothing 
03/12/14  Competent 
03/10/14  A Losing Proposition 
03/07/14  Real-ly! 
03/05/14  Like Wow! 
03/03/14  Snug As A Bug 

It's A Fact

William Gee's crossword puzzles have now been played

in over one-half of the nations in the world

and now number well over one million visits to date.*

*Includes both crosswordspree.blogspot.com and bestcrosswords.com.

______________________________________________________

Remember, you can always do more of William Gee's crossword puzzles at

http://bestcrosswords.com where a new and different posting, not featured here,

is available every 10 to 12 days, on average, as a guest constructor.

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William Gee's latest post to the BestCrosswords site is dated 03/27/14.

Check it out!

Feb. 16th - 28th, 2014

February, together with January, were the last two months to be added to the Roman calendar, since Romans originally considered Winter a "monthless" period.  Today we know February as the shortest month, with only 28 or 29 days, depending on leap year.  But, at certain intervals in history it had been shorter still with only 23, 24 or 27 days!  During the month we observe Groundhog Day, Valentine's Day, Presidents' Day, and, all month long, celebrate Black History Month.  In the northern hemisphere, we look for moderating temperatures and the return of Spring, while in the southern hemisphere, just the opposite: a turn toward Autumn and cooler weather.  In either hemisphere we encourage you to spend some leisure time solving a crossword puzzle or two.  It's good for the mind!  Enjoy this month's offerings and also visit the archives when time permits for more than 1200 additional challenges.

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Based on personal circumstances, a long contemplated decision

to publish on an abbreviated schedule has finally been reached.

As of tomorrow, March 1, 2014, further publication will be

restricted to a Monday-Wednesday-Friday schedule.

Thanks to all of our loyal players throughout the world.

We hope you will continue to enjoy our posts in the future

both here and at bestcrosswords.com.

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02/28/14  Rapt 
02/27/14  Nothing At All 
02/26/14  It's What's Next 
02/25/14  Make Tracks 
02/24/14  Can You Beat That! 
02/23/14  Impossible 
02/22/14  Make The Best Of It 
02/21/14  In X-S 
02/20/14  It's A Challenge 
02/19/14  Doubtful 
02/18/14  You Are Welcome 
02/17/14  Making Ends Meet 
02/16/14  Chancy 

It's A Fact

William Gee's crossword puzzles have now been played

in over half of the nations in the world

and now number well over one million visits to date.*

*Includes both crosswprdspree.blogspot.com and bestcrosswords.com.

________________________________________________

Remember, you can always do  more of William Gee's crossword puzzles at

http://bestcrosswords.com where a new and different posting, not featured here,

is available every 10 to 12 days, on average, as a guest constructor.

__________________________________________________

William Gee's latest post to the BestCrosswords site is dated 02/24/14.

Check it out!

Feb. 1st - 15th, 2014

February, together with January, were the last two months to be added to the Roman calendar, since Romans originally considered Winter a "monthless" period.  Today we know February as the shortest month, with only 28 or 29 days, depending on leap year.  But, at certain intervals in history it had been shorter still with only 23, 24 or 27 days!  During the month we observe Groundhog Day, Valentine's Day, Presidents' Day, and, all month long, celebrate Black History Month.  In the northern hemisphere, we look for moderating temperatures and the return of Spring, while in the southern hemisphere, just the opposite: a turn toward Autumn and cooler weather.  In either hemisphere we encourage you to spend some leisure time solving a crossword puzzle or two.  It's good for the mind!  Enjoy this month's offerings and also visit the archives when time permits for more than 1200 additional challenges.

02/15/14  Hot, In Vegas 
02/14/14  In Demand 
02/13/14  In A Sense 
02/12/14  Everyday 
02/11/14  It's News To Me! 
02/10/14  What's Next? 
02/09/14  A Matter Of Chance 
02/08/14  Speechless 
02/07/14  On Hold 
02/06/14  Unoriginal 
02/05/14  A Cakewalk 
02/04/14  On One's Game 
02/03/14  Not Unreasonable 
02/02/14  Why Not? 
02/01/14  Let's Get With It 

It's A Fact

William Gee's crossword puzzles have now been played

in more than half the nations in the world

and now number well over one million visits to date.*

*Includes both crosswordspree.blogspot.com and bestcrosswords.com.

_________________________________________________

Remember, you can always do more of William Gee's crossword puzzles at

http://bestcrosswords.com where a new and different posting, not featured here,

is available every 10 to 12 days, on average, as a guest constructor.

__________________________________________________

William Gee's latest post to the BestCrosswords site is dated 02/07/14.

Check it out!

Jan. 16th - 31st, 2014

January is, quite appropriately, the threshold to the new year, so named after the Roman god Janus, often referred to as the "Lord of Beginnings".  He was always pictured with a face that looked backwards and forwards at the same time.  Thus, January is a time of reflection and new resolution, a time of building on the past and planning for the future.  We hope this new beginning ushers in a period of opportunities and accomplishments for each of our puzzle players and that you will be blessed with good health and happiness. Happy New Year!

01/31/14  It's Complicated 
01/30/14  Surprise! 
01/29/14  Go With The Flow 
01/28/14  Curious 
01/27/14  Ahead Of Time 
01/26/14  Quite A Few 
01/25/14  Well, Looky Here! 
01/24/14  Up For Grabs 
01/23/14  Pretty Close 
01/22/14  Freebies 
01/21/14  All Alone 
01/20/14  Sheer Genius 
01/19/14  Chill 
01/18/14  An Eager Beaver 
01/17/14  To Tell The Truth  
01/16/14  Motivated 

It's A Fact

William Gee's crossword puzzles have now been played

in over half of the nations in the world

and now number well over one million visits to  date.*

*Includes both crosswordspree,blogspot.com and bestcrosswords.com.

________________________________________________

Remember, you can always do more of William Gee's crossword puzzles at

http://bestcrosswords.com where a new and different posting, not featured here,

is available every 10 to 12 days, on average, as a guest constructor.

_______________________________________________

William Gee's latest post to the BestCrosswords site is dated 01/28/14.

Check it out!

Jan. 1st - 15th, 2014

January is, quite appropriately, the threshold to the new year, so named after the Roman god Janus, often referred to as the "Lord of Beginnings".  He was always pictured with a face that looked backwards and forwards at the same time.  Thus, January is a time of reflection and new resolution, a time of building on the past and planning for the future.  We hope this new beginning ushers in a period of opportunities and accomplishments for each of our puzzle players and that you will be blessed with good health and happiness. Happy New Year!

01/15/14  Who Has A Match? 
01/14/14  It's Original 
01/13/14  It's A Mess! 
01/12/14  Just Do It! 
01/11/14  Immaterial 
01/10/14  On The Same Page 
01/09/14  Terminate 
01/08/14  Enthusiastic 
01/07/14  Crackerjack 
01/06/14  It'll Happen 
01/05/14  Noteworthy 
01/04/14  Too Bad 
01/03/14  Tempus Fugit 
01/02/14  Unbelievable 
01/01/14  Resolution Day 

It's A Fact

William Gee's crossword puzzles have now been played

in over half the nations in the world

and now number well over one million visits to date.*

*Includes both crosswordspree.blogspot.com and bestcrosswords.com.

________________________________________________

Remember, you can always do more of William Gee's crossword puzzles at

http://bestcrosswords.com where a new and different posting, not featured here,

is available every 10 to 12 days, on average, as a guest constructor.

_________________________________________________

William Gee's latest post to the BestCrosswords site is dated 01/10/14.

Check it out!