Finish a Crossword Puzzle

“As part of my New Year goal to better myself, both emotionally and mentally, I purchased a subscription to the NYT and attempted the crossword puzzle. Actually, fearing that I wasn't intellectually capable quite yet, I first practiced with a few of the Monday puzzles. They were surprisingly easy, so I decided to just jump into today's puzzle. It took me a few hours. I did my best not to look up the answers but eventually had no choice. Nevertheless, I don't remember the last time I felt so accomplished. These puzzles are fun, relaxing, and fulfilling. I can't wait until tomorrow!”

“I also got better at the weekend crosswords, so much so that I recently finished a whole Sunday one without having to turn on error check for help at the very end. Oh, reader. Oh, was I psyched. I was the smartest little boy in the world that morning, yes I was.”