WOW !!! I started this thread a week ago, hoping to get a few pointers in the direction of my enjoyment of solving the puzzle - not the solutions - but a little guidance on where and how to activate my mind to achieve the satisfaction of being able to say - I did it.
Wasn't able to access much until today and amazed at number of postings.
DOTW is totally out of touch with the purpose of the forum.
I'm still working on 96 but not holding out hopes of solving it. Araucaria wins!!