The Wall Street Journal blog, The Wallet, has a little video that shows us what’s in the wallet of famous puzzlers Will Shortz and Maki Kaji. Who knew that Will Shortz played table tennis? Maki Kaji’s wallet is filled with bar receipts and horse racing tickets. I kid you not.
I am by no means famous, but here’s my rundown for those interested in such nonsense:
- Bus passes for The Rapid (Grand Rapids’ transit system)
- A sticky note with the number 8 on it, to bring good luck financially
- Library cards
- Punch cards
- Student ID card and other cards
- Fast food receipts
- Emergency contact numbers for work.