Saturday, April 25, 2026

Backup is Valuable #AtoZChallenge #ShortStory Crossword Clue 23 Across

#AtoZChallenge 2026 letter V


"I love this opening theme song," I say as we start binge-watching a TV show with a high schooler who has a knack for detective work. 

"I love the dog. There should be more scenes with the dog."

"Backup is undervalued." 

Wren Noel nods. "Backup is valuable! Best dog character in a show."

"I wouldn't go that far. They replace the original Bulldog with a Pit Bull."

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A long time ago we used to be friends
But I haven't thought of you lately at all
If ever again a greeting I send to you
Short and sweet, to the soul I intend
We used to be friends
A long time ago
We used to be friends
A long time ago
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The theme song plays on repeat in my mind. How many friends have I lost over the years? People I once focused my time and energy around, and now haven't given a thought to in ages. Have they thought about me? 

"Wren Noel? How many friends do you think you've lost over the years?"

"I don't think about it, Liv. People weave in and out of our lives. We gotta just be grateful for whatever good moments we get, I suppose."

The answer doesn't sit well. I hate that people can just stop being friends. Sometimes they just, I don't know, stop being there. Why is that?




23 Across -- ___ Mars helps her private investigator father

The crossword clue will contain the LETTER of the day, though it might not be the *first* letter in the word. 
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2026 A to Z Crossword Clues



My April 2026 Blogging from A to Z Challenge Theme is a slice-of-life short story with two characters binge-watching shows and movies while creating a crossword puzzle. Read and play along!
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