Across
- 3. Hebrew for peace, used as a greeting or farewell.
- 7. Underwater activity with a tank and regulator.
- 8. A baby dog.
- 11. A feline companion.
- 12. "Go ahead, __ __!" (An encouraging phrase).
- 13. Shiny, sparkling bits used for crafts.
- 16. Small pet rodent that loves a wheel.
- 19. Long-running TV crime procedural; "dun-dun!"
- 22. A colorful garden bloom.
- 24. A deep affection; what daughters feel for moms.
Down
- 1. The Bronx Bombers.
- 2. A feeling of great joy.
- 4. A definitive gesture after a great performance.
- 5. A long-eared hopping animal.
- 6. A stage play featuring singing and dancing.
- 7. A bright celestial body in the night sky.
- 9. Black-and-white bear that eats bamboo.
- 10. Playground equipment you go down.
- 11. Adorable or precious.
- 14. The star of this crossword puzzle.
- 15. The "Great White Way" in NYC.
- 16. The universal symbol for love.
- 17. A sweet alternative to "Mom."
- 18. A tall plant with a trunk and leaves.
- 20. The assistant puzzle-builder.
- 21. A vibrant shade of red (and a daughter's name).
- 22. A clever, bushy-tailed mammal.
- 23. Iconic number 2 for the Yankees.