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4.0 out of 5 stars Maskerading as
Terry Pratchett's satirical eye doesn't spare anybody or anything, and in his nineteenth Discworld book "Maskerade," it's opera's turn to suffer. In his typically barbed prose, he gleefully spoofs the "Phantom of the Opera," lampoons opera in general, and takes the opportunity to take everyone's favorite witches out to Ankh-Morpork.
Magrat Garlick is newly...
Published on Aug. 3 2007 by E. A Solinas
3.0 out of 5 stars Mid-Level Pratchett
Mid-level Pratchett, not up there with INTERESTING TIMES or down there with ERIC. The somewhat claustrophobic action takes place entirely in the Ankh-Morpork Opera House, and Pratchett is mainly out to satirize opera, opera singers, and opera lovers, as well as all the variants of Gaston Leroux's PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. The hard-to-take Granny Weatherwax dominates the...
Published on May 9 2001 by Rory Coker
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4.0 out of 5 stars Maskerading as,
E. A Solinas "ea_solinas" (MD USA) - See all my reviews
Terry Pratchett's satirical eye doesn't spare anybody or anything, and in his nineteenth Discworld book "Maskerade," it's opera's turn to suffer. In his typically barbed prose, he gleefully spoofs the "Phantom of the Opera," lampoons opera in general, and takes the opportunity to take everyone's favorite witches out to Ankh-Morpork.
Magrat Garlick is newly married and crowned. As a result, Granny Weatherwax is moody and bored, while Nanny pens an erotic cookbook -- and when it turns out that she's being cheated of royalties, Granny decides to go to Ankh-Morpork and confront her publisher. Meanwhile, the primary witch-maiden candidate, Agnes Nitt, has also gone to Ankh-Morpork to become an opera singer.
But the opera isn't all it's cracked up to be -- Agnes finds herself providing the voice for pretty, airheaded Christine, and the opera ghost is causing some major disasters. Granny and Nanny immerse themselves in the backstage -- and onstage -- drama of the opera, trying to figure out who the Phantom is... and why he's a friend one minute and a foe the next.
It's obvious that the opera holds no awe for Pratchett. Sure, the novel is a spoof of Gaston Leroux's novel, but Pratchett's real intention here is to constantly make fun of the opera, both as entertainment and art form. The entire climax of the book is devoted to making fun of opera's illogic, lack of acting, and such time-honored traditions as a dying person flawlessly singing for about fifteen minutes before expiring.
But it's not all opera spoofery. Despite some grisly deaths and the psycho Phantom (who sends notes filled with maniacal laughter), getting the witches out of Lancre gives the whole story a light, fun feel. It has some darker scenes, such as Granny playing cards with Death for a baby's life, but most of it is dedicated to the witches doing the sort of weird things they'd never do at home (impersonating duchesses, for one).
Pratchett sprinkles the storyline with hilarious dialogue, wacky situations (Nanny Ogg moonlights as the world's fattest ballerina), and some swashbuckling. And he includes a small message as well, about being the sort of person we actually want to be -- and how "masks" on the outside can change us.
Agnes Nitt has a lot of pagetime, but she seems rather fussy and pallid next to Granny and Nanny -- we get to see just how strong their friendship really is, despite their bickering. Granny shines especially, courtesy of a shopping spree, some coach rides and some dodgy darkish magic. And we have a wide array of timid janitors, annoying managers and airheaded sopranos to round out the cast.
"Maskerade" is a gleeful, glorious spoof of opera in general, and a fun outing for the Lancre witches. Definitely a solid entry for Pratchett.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Phantom of the Opera Meets Bewitched,
Dr. Christopher Coleman (HONG KONG) - See all my reviews
Terry Pratchett revisits Discworld yet again in this parody of the world of opera and music theatre. But herein lies his problem--the world of opera and music theatre may not be very well known to many of his readers. While The Phantom of the Opera will probably be a clearly recognizable basis for the plot, how many will understand the references that make similar Discworld novels so thoroughly funny? For example, Death tries to dispatch a swan, but before he goes the swan must sing for the one and only time in his life, which he refuses to do. Death challenges the swan's knowledge of operatic repertoire and tricks him into singing the Pedlar's song from Lohenshaak, which begins "Schneide meinen eigenen Hals". Few will recognize the timely reference to Lohengren and its swans, and surely only German speakers will realise that the swan is tricked into singing the words "cut my own neck." However, although some jokes are for aficionados only, others run the gamut from the over-obvious fat jokes through silliness (the Phantom writes out his maniacal laughter and uses 5 exclamation points!!!!!) to wry observation (the difference between opera and madness is "better scenery"; and the telling feature of good music, according to one critic, is that "it's got blobs and curly bits all over it".) Prachett, in his most insightful observation, has one of his characters comment, "The plots don't make sense! Half the stories rely on people not recognizing their servants or wives because they've got a tiny mask on! Large ladies play the part of consumptive girls! No one can act properly!...There should be a sign on the door saying 'Leave your common sense here'! If it wasn't for the music, the whole thing would be ridiculous!"
Certainly if you haven't read Pratchett before, this is not the book to start with, and if you are looking for hard-core fantasy, this is not for you either. Discworld is a reflection of our own world, a vehicle to parody our own foibles. It is not a place for heroic quests and sorcerely legerdemain (music lovers looking for such are recommended Greg Bear's "Songs of Earth and Power")--any tasks of daring-do are sure to go awry in as comical a fashion as possible. But for those in quest of a laugh, and without too refined a sense of humor, Discworld is a fine place to visit.
5.0 out of 5 stars A true masterpiece of laughter,
F. G. Hamer "MadManxMan" (Isle of Man) - See all my reviews
If you've never heard of Terry Pratchett, you're clearly living on the wrong planet. So join the rest of us in Pratchett's Discworld and enjoy the antics of Granny Weatherwax and Nanny Ogg, the Disc's best-known witches. Visit Ankh-Morpork's Opera House with them (accompanied by their lunatic guests). You'll marvel at the amazing scenes of chaos that Pratchett can conjure up, seemingly without trying. And no matter what the topic, Pratchett is able to satirize it and make you question your former opinions - and you'll howl with laughter as you do so. I've read quite a lot of Discworld books and there are not many that have not held a chuckle a page and a full belly laugh a chapter. Maskerade lives up to its author's reputation in full, satirizing opera, theatre production, the lot - and all with a smile on his face. If, after reading Maskerade, you are in any doubt that Terry Prachett is not the most creative and funniest contemporary author around, you've obviously got a funny bone missing somewhere. Although it is not his best work, Maskerade is still hilarious and well worthy of five stars.
4.0 out of 5 stars A witty and hilarious addition to Discworld,
Jane S. Anderson (West Des Moines, IA United States) - See all my reviews
If you are in any doubt that Terry Prachett is not one of the best contemporary satirical authors, you obviously have not read Maskerade. Although it is not his best work, Maskerade is hilarious and contains Prachett's trademark wit. In this installment of the Discworld chronicles, Prachett celebrates and satirizes the world of opera. Any fan of Discworld, Terry Prachett, or The Phantom of the Opera will enjoy this humorous and witty book. The only flaws I found were the unusual absence of Prachett's usually entertaining footnotes and the section in the middle of the story where the action started to lag and get rather boring. However, I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a story that is hilarious, yet still very clever.
3.0 out of 5 stars Mid-Level Pratchett,
Rory Coker (Austin, TX USA) - See all my reviews
Mid-level Pratchett, not up there with INTERESTING TIMES or down there with ERIC. The somewhat claustrophobic action takes place entirely in the Ankh-Morpork Opera House, and Pratchett is mainly out to satirize opera, opera singers, and opera lovers, as well as all the variants of Gaston Leroux's PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. The hard-to-take Granny Weatherwax dominates the action, what little there is of it. The ostensible main character, "Perdita X Dream" as she calls herself, never comes to life for a second, or has much of anything to do in the novel's development.
There are walkons from several Discworld regulars, such as Nobby and the Librarian, but by and large this really isn't a Discworld novel--- that is, it could take place anywhere. It is difficult to figure out how Pratchett wants the reader to take some of the humor, and some of the apparently serious moments. For example the villain has a long, operatic death scene in which he berates opera virulently, in a perfectly straight tone. Is he speaking for Pratchett? Apparently so, since the omniscient authorial remarks about opera are in pretty much the same style.
Anyway, Pratchett is clearly having some fun with opera and it is unfortunate that the reader is not likely to have quite the same level of fun, to say the least.
5.0 out of 5 stars The Music of the Night... on Discworld,
Brian K. Eason (Atlanta, GA United States) - See all my reviews
If you are a Pratchett fan then I am wasting my time telling you what a genius Terry is... if you're not yet a Pratchett fan, you need to find your introduction book to the master of Fantasy Satire.
If you are a fan of Phantom of the Opera, this is your book. Pratchett celebrates and lampoons the world of theatre, all the while weaving a cunning mystery story liberally salted with humor and a ton of smiles...
A must have for any fan of the Wyrd Sisters.
3.0 out of 5 stars I want to actually give it 3 and a half, OK?,
Tallulah (England) - See all my reviews
The first time I read this I confess I wasn't that gripped. Agnes seemed flat, the plot seemed difficult and the jokes forced. BUT the second time I read it it had for some reason improved. The descriptions of the theatre are eerie and ring very true, the jokes seemed more natural - although I still don't get the plot properly and Agnes still seems a rather forced character. Also, I think I missed out on a lot of the humour because I haven't seen Phantom Of The Opera. Worth a read, but not the best Pratchett book.
5.0 out of 5 stars We Wear the Mask That Grins and Lies,
Amanda M. Hayes (Indianapolis, IN) - See all my reviews
Being a big fan of humorous fantasy, I've been in love with Terry Pratchett's Discworld almost from the moment I began reading it. I adore Nanny Ogg and Greebo, Granny Weatherwax (to a lesser extent), Rincewind, the Bursar, the Librarian, and Death above all. So it's really not much surprise that I loved this book.
I think, though, that not only does it stand out among comedic fantasy books as all Discworld novels do, but it also stands out among Discworld novels! For all that I don't know opera or Phantom, the jokes I did understand had me rolling, and the idea of Nanny Ogg writing a cookbook is so priceless that it would have earned the book four stars all on its own. Toss in the translation of an opera verse and the little notes of maniacal laughter, and you've got enough funny stuff to leave a person gasping for breath between snickers.
However, it's a valid point to say that this is a story that's probably much funnier if you have some passing knowledge of opera and Phantom; I had the feeling that I was missing out on chunks of it, and really, the plot with Agnes wasn't very riveting. I thought the jokes I did understand more than made up for it, but that's a question of personal taste. This is still one of the Discworld novels that requires the most background knowledge to make most of its hits; it seems full of in jokes, and if you're bugged by that sort of thing, you might want to try a different slice of the Discworld pie instead.
5.0 out of 5 stars A tragi-comedy worthy of good libretto,
Stephen A. Haines (Ottawa, Ontario Canada) - See all my reviews
Pratchett has an outstanding capacity to research a topic, then present his findings with peerless clarity and wit. This book presents so many aspects of theatre production, operatic lore and, amazingly, book publication they're nearly overwhelming. His prose and humour leave us breathless with mirth and astonishment. Still, one has to wonder what motivated the writing of Maskarade. It's a departure from previous Discworld efforts.
Magrat Garlick's married and out of the coven. This imbalance must be restored. Her potential replacement is a new Pratchett character, Agnes Nitt. Agnes, however, has a different career in mind. She wants to be a diva in the opera troupe in Ankh-Morpork. A lofty ambition, indeed. And a voice lofty enough to project throughout the hall - right up to the loft, in fact.
As always, the opera business is fraught with problems. Underpaid [and underfed] choir girls, prima donnas who consider their voice grander than its quality justifies, eccentric crew, and the ever present issue of money. Oh yes, and there's a ghost - with a reserved box seat.
If the Ankh-Morpork's opera team wasn't having enough to deal with, they are about to be confronted with the remnants of Lancre's witches' coven, Esme Weatherwax and Gytha Ogg. Nanny Ogg's become the Julia Childs of the Ramtops, but with variations on a particular theme. She's published a book about it, but Granny Weatherwax isn't convinced the payment justified. Esme Weatherwax as an author's agent is a formidable figure. As if this transformation wasn't enough, she also becomes a patron of opera.
Pratchett's gone slightly awry from his usual path with this book. He raises a host of pretty serious questions with the characters and the plot. It's still in the best of PTerry's style - his wit through the persona of Granny and Nanny Ogg has, if anything, improved. But there are some issues uncommon in Discworld books, and the reader is left more than just entertained. There's some post-laughter thinking required of the reader. Opera is, after all, serious business.
3.0 out of 5 stars The weakest Pratchett so far,
"the_halberdier" (Sydney, Australia) - See all my reviews
I have to confess that, although I love Pratchett's books and the Discworld generally, I found this the weakest book of the series. Maybe it's because I'm not an opera buff, maybe because the story is not a quintessentially Discworld one (apart from the names and histories of the main characters, the story could take place almost anywhere), maybe because I prefer the Guards to the Witches, or maybe it's just my taste but I just didn't find this as funny or enthralling as his previous books.
Pratchett certainly picked up again later and his most recent books are brilliant, but I found the series ebbed a bit here. If, like me, you're reading them all in order (I have, since "Colour of Magic" first came out), then stick with them. If not, make sure you have "Pyramids", "Small Gods", "Guards Guards", "Mort" or "Wyrd Sisters" around to read after this one.
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Joshua Weller, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Experimental Psychology
B.A., Lehigh University, 1995
Ph.D. University of Iowa, 2007
Research Interests
Dr. Joshua Weller's (Health/Decision Making) research broadly focuses on how affective and cognitive processes contribute to decision-making and risk perceptions. Dr. Weller's lab is currently conducting research addressing four specific questions: (1) How do decision-making abilities change from childhood to older age? (2) In what ways may child maltreatment impact the development of these abilities? (3) How does stress impact decision making? and (4) To what degree do individual differences in personality correlate with decision-making processes and risk perceptions?
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Weller, J.A. & Thulin, E. (in press). Do honest people take fewer risks? Personality correlates of risk-taking to achieve gains and avoid losses in HEXACO space. Personality and Individual Differences.
Weller, J. A., Dieckmann, N., Tusler, M., Mertz, C. K., Burns, W., & Peters, E. (in press). Development and testing of an abbreviated numeracy scale: A Rasch analysis approach. Journal of Behavioral Decision Making.
Weller, J. A., Shackleford, C., Dieckmann, N. D., & Slovic, P. (in press). Possession attachment predicts cell phone use while driving. Health Psychology.
Weller, J. A., Levin, I. P., & Denburg, N. (2011). Trajectory of advantageous decision making for risky gains and losses from ages 5 to 85. Journal of Behavioral Decision Making, 24, 331-344.
Weller, J. A., Levin, I. P., Rose, J. P., & Bossard, E. (2011). Assessment of decision making competence in preadolescence. Journal of Behavioral Decision Making. Advance online publication. doi: 10.1002/bdm.744
Weller, J.A., & Tikir, A. (2010). Predicting domain-specific risk taking with the HEXACO personality structure. Journal of Behavioral Decision Making, 24, 180- 201.
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Weller, J. A., Levin, I. P., Shiv, B., & Bechara, A. (2009). The effects of insula damage on decision-making for risky gains and losses. Social Neuroscience, 4, 347-358.
Denburg, N. L., Weller, J. A., Yamada, T. H. Shivapour, D. M., Kaup, A. R., LaLoggia, A., et al. (2009). Poor decision-making among older adults is related to elevated levels of neuroticism. Annals of Behavioral Medicine, 37, 164-172.
Weller, J. A. & Watson, D. (2009). Friend or Foe? Differential use of the self-based heuristic as a function of relationship satisfaction, Journal of Personality, 77, 731- 760.
Weller, J. A., Levin, I. P., Shiv, B. & Bechara, A. (2007). Neural correlates of adaptive decision making for risky gains and losses. Psychological Science, 18, 958-964.


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The Linux Professional Institute (LPI) was started in 1998 as a Linux certification organization aimed at removing obstacles to open-source adoption and increasing the skill level of its community. Since then, LPI has delivered more than 35,000 exams in almost every country and has gained the support of vendors, trainers, employers and governments. This success is only the beginning, however. As an organization, LPI has the potential to turn the world of IT certification on its ear, just as Linux itself has disrupted the software world.
Technology-related training has become such a vendor-driven commodity that it's merely nothing more than extensions of marketing programs of software vendors. Nobody is taught technique anymore; it all has come down to locking students in to one tool.
IT certification now is expected to be vendor-centric, a phenomenon unique to the IT field. Pharmacists, for example, are not trained to understand only one brand name of drug. Even in the case of "vendor-neutral" programs, such as CompTIA, vendors still control the certification. The people being certified and those who would hire them have no voice in the training content.
Although LPI has accepted vendor sponsorships to further its goals, vendors alone do not dictate its future path. LPI is community-driven and not only vendor-neutral, but indeed vendor-independent. For instance, the community demanded desktop Linux certification, so LPI is working to make it a reality. More significantly, what we are trying to do as a body is bring the IT certification world kicking and screaming toward the peer-review model that people have come to expect from other professions.
Given its perspective, LPI finds itself having less in common with other IT certification programs available to technology professionals and more in common with groups such as the National Organization of Competency Assurance, whose membership is dominated by medical and vocational certifications rather than by IT programs.
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A major initiative within LPI is research and development in ways to lower the cost of computer-delivered education, while improving the testing technology to deliver hands-on testing in a scalable, cost-effective manner. Our growth is dependent on the progress of Linux and open source, which has made some significant inroads in the enterprise and public sector. The City of Munich's decision in May 2003 to select Linux not only for servers but also for desktops makes it the poster child for Linux clients. Munich's decision wasn't about price; Microsoft fought hard to keep the business, according to published reports, and was priced less than the Linux option. But Linux won the bid.
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The short-term goal is to expand this network of affiliates, but we have a long-term vision as well: to make sure certification is accessible and of the highest quality possible, while being relevant in every locale. Even with our network growing by leaps and bounds, hurdles remain. In particular, we must make the human resources community aware that Linux certification is available. Organizations as a whole need to know that if they select Linux as a strategic technology, expertise is available to them in the form of trained, certified professionals who have passed the LPI program.
And while having one's training nullified because of a product upgrade is frustrating, LPI also understands that re-certification over the years is as important for the IT profession as it is any other profession. Where LPI differs from other IT certifications is that if we introduce a re-certification program, it will be based on fixed-year intervals rather than on product upgrades.
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1lb Minnesota wild rice
Italian herb seed kit for my Aerogarden
Fish spatula
Emile Henry ruffled pie plate in caramel
Martha Stewart's Cookies book
4.5 qt copper sauce pan
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Magimix 4200XL food processor. wow. we made potato and celeriac au gratin, and it sliced them so thin, in such a short time i was amazed. i did not even have to use the plunger to push them into the blade...they kind of sliced under their own weight!
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8" SS French whip
A new diamond steel (thank heavens; needed it)
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Flex-It silicone measuring cup and mixing bowl (easier to add to the stand mixer)
Tovolo popsicle molds (to make green popsicles w/ the VitaMix)
A new Microplane zester
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A pot clip spoon rest
A hand crank sifter
MIU stainless dry measure cups
A 2-3/4qt LC round oven
Feeling the love from my family!
Mastering the Art of French Cooking, new spatulas and wooden spoons, lots of different horseradish, etc.
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You know I was teasing you, right? :P I didn't know about the book until the movie came out. The reason I said I teased you is that, Julia Child actually disliked Julie Powell' project.
I have never read Julia Child's Mastering the Art of French Cooking. I guess learning French Cooking is not on the top of my list.
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I know you were just teasing - so am I. I know Julia didn't like Julie and after watching the movie I can understand why - LOL.
Wouldn't cook everything in the book, but there are some things that look wonderful. As said, try the BB - it's very good - lick the plate when no one is looking good.
Didn't get too much cooking stuff for Christmas - my kitchen can't hold anymore.
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Just an FYI, here: I really didn't like Julie Powell's book. Who is this whiny, self-centered, foul-mouthed immature brat? I LOVED the movie, because Julia was in it.
Okay, so, this fall, I found Julie's old blog (it's still on Salon.com, in its entirety) and started reading it, and my opinion of Julie improved immensely. Yes, she's still foul-mouthed (so am I ;-), but in the blog she comes across as more of a strong, adventuresome, determined woman, plodding on through incredible obstacles to really, truly "MASTER" the Art of French Cooking. She's ballsy. She's disciplined. (every single recipe? That took guts) She's funny as hell.
I ended up not only liking her, but admiring her. Amazing. A lot of this was lost in the book, and almost all of it was lost in the movie.
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I have the completely opposite experience.
I first watched the movie and I really liked the Julie Powell in the movie and I did not understand why Julia Child was not more supported. Then, I read a few blogs of Julie Powell and found them to be average. Then I read Judith Jones' explanation of Julia Child disapproval and now it makes sense to me.
Cooking-wise, I got a magnetic spice rack, and a pair of minature salt/pepper pigs which are impossible to get anything out of. I could put saffron in there and let you all take a pinch, and I'd still have most of it left.
Oh, and I got myself a proper heavy-duty roasting tray :) That thing is epic. And 2 pestle and mortar pinch pots, but they're not amazing. Oh, and an olive oil drizzler which was reduced to £5
*edit* Oh, and a Jamie Oliver cookbook. It's quite good actually.
A new KA Accolade mixer - tremendous. I love it already. Plus a B&D B2300 Breadmaker, I'm impressed with the bread but I think that the build quality is going to let this one down badly. The post-Christmas sales saw a new arrival - a set of 18/10 stainless steel pans to replace the 28 year-old Le Creuset set we were given as a wedding present.
Waring Pro Health Juicer (beets cooked in beet juice!)
Ball whisk (the kind with independent tines)
Pampered Chef Wooden Spoons (don't like PC, but I needed wooden spoons, so score)
15" x 21" Oxo Poly Cutting Board (to replace my 8" x 11", woo!)
"A Return to Cooking" - Eric Ripert
"Sauces" - James Peterson
And in case I ever do a Hawaiian themed meal... a Ukulele!
A culinary trip to Italy in May (YAY!)!!!
Eight culinary books and a medieval history book.
My wife got me some really cool stuff, one of my favorites is a salt pig that is not quite so traditional looking. picture attached. I am terribly fond of this gift and immediately put it on the counter. (btw, i didn't take the pictures attached. found them online from the guy that makes them)
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I think it fits me, my wife knows me well.
That's pictures of the actual one i have sitting on my counter. "demon salt cellar" i think sums it up. It's probably my favorite kitchen item now. It looks much better in person, and adds a lot of personality to the kitchen. I think I'm just now starting to realize I might be a little weird :P
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Awesome toy! Too many turks though. Boars should have two turks and they use them for good use, like this:
That said, the opening of your saltpig is at the back, so won't the pretty face just be facing the wall most of the time?
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It's a demon salt pig so the extra tusks are fitting ;D
I am using it for garlic rather than salt, since i prefer a covered salt cellar. If i used this for salt then it would probably end up facing the wall
I might contact the maker to see if he/she will make one with a cover that might complement the salt pig.
I'm a recently-graduated young professional, so I'm still in the process of growing my kitchen collection. This year, Santa was very good to me!
A Shun santoku -- my first nice knife, besides the 4" Henckles I found hidden in the kitchen section at TJ Maxx for something like $10. Can't wait to use the santoku!
A Cuisinart 14-cup food processor!
And a collection of yummy homemade jarred goods from a local gourmet shop -- red pepper pesto, Meyer lemon spread, and a savory salt blend that I'm still not sure what to do with -- it's Tuscan rose & pink peppercorn. Suggestions?!
EXO Super Peel Pizza Peel ... used it last night -- takes all the drama out of getting a pizza in the oven!
On Food and Cooking: The Science and Lore of the Kitchen by Harold McGee .. assumed it would be a good reference, but finding myself reading the whole thing!
Santa didn't bring me anything, nor did Hanukkah Harry. but i got myself the Cuisinart Die-Cast Elite 16-cup food processor. haven't played with it yet, but i'm looking forward to it! i also bought myself the Breville Smart Oven and returned it because i thought it was too big, but i think i have to go back & get it again...
I received a new Roaster Oven and I'm looking forward to cooking that New Year's turkey. I probably will only use it a couple of times a year, but it will free up my oven for all the other goodies, so I'm very grateful. I also received two lovely new potholders, time to throw out some of the old ones that are old and stained. I'm looking into buying a Kindle type of ereader just for the same reason mentioned before. I have no space for any more cookbooks. I've checked into the resolution on the new ones 3G and it's great for any photos. Hopeing the prices will come down in the next few weeks.
I've been obsessing about whether or not to return the Krups deep fryer I received. I really want it and I understand it was he last one Santa had. The box had some minor damage and the elf that was working said she checked it out and everything was fine. Well, when I opened it 2 ltiny little plastic pieces were in the bottom of the box. It took we awhile to figure out that they had broken off from the ridge just under the pan. As far as I can see the only impact is that the lid does quite close evenly so I'm leaning towards keeping it. Just can't stand the thought of the return lines and then not being able to get another one. I also got a very nice Emile Henry ruffled pie plate, so I'm happy.
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Update; my deep fryer came through for me with flying colors. I know i won't use it all that often but I am so happy to have one. Tonight I made clam fritters for the very first time. With memories of my grandmother's fritters from many, many years ago; I found myself anxious. The batter seemed thin, I wasn't sure, but in the end my grandmother would have been proud. Perfectly cooked fritters, filled with clams, crisp and golden on the outside, tender and delicious inside. I love my new deep fryer!
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It's really basic; 1 cup clams; 1 beaten egg; 1 1/2 cups flour; heaping teaspoon of baking powder and a cup of liquid. I used 1/2 cup of clam juice with 1/2 cup milk and pepper to taste. Blend all ingredients and let rest for 30 minutes. Drop by heaping tablespoon into 375 degree penut oil. Just as an FYI, I used razor clams that I had ordered from LaTienda as I feel they have more flavor. I'm sure you can just use chopped clams. For dipping I made a quick tartar sauce with diced onion; mayo; sweet relish; pepper and then spiced it up with a teaspoon of chipotle mustard and some chipotle hot sauce.
Santa and son brought Mrs. h. a blender, a hand mixer, 40 pounds worth of Thomas Keller books, some knives, a copy of Fannie's Last Supper and a snuggie. Santa also collaborated with Mrs. h. on the design of a new kitchen. Work (demolition/construction) starts in January and should finish late February. Santa shakes his head sadly and wishes he was sailing the EC when the banging starts.
Lodge cast iron wok. Love, love, love it! Where have you been all of my life?
A drill! (Did you know drills do not automatically come with bits?)
Drill bits.
Oh, and an 11 cup Cuisinart food processor.
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10 gallon (i think) stock pot i use for brewing beer. I didn't think about that until the last minute, we almost ended up cleaning out a fish tank but neither of us liked that idea and were hemming and hawing on breaking it down into 2 five-gallon plastic buckets before a secondary fermenter caught my eye and I remembered about the stock pot.
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it was a fish tank that had gone a few years without use and i think eventually got thrown away or it's still sitting in her garage.
to answer your questions...
how many: 1
what size: huge
it was a few sheets cut up to be a model of the titanic. i think she had been watching too much "ace of cakes". it turned out pretty cool, i'll bug her for pictures
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2 different sized spatulas/flippers and I couldn't be happier!!! Made by Calphalon for non-stick pans, they're sturdy yet have some flexibility and the !*best*! part is they have a sharp edge rather than a blunt edge found on most nylon(?) spatulas. The smaller of the two is slotted, the larger one is solid. (There's a wider one for pancake flipping) They were from Santa, but I was alongside at BB&B.
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that makes it all the better! I have had a few times that i've found "it". there are a few of us here that are quite particular and don't rest until the exact niche need has been filled, even if it takes years. the hardest is when you find 'it' and your significant other says "why do you need that? you have 50 just like it at home" "...but this is the one!! it has/doesn't have (fill in the blank) and is perfect in every way!"
i think it's time to go post in the cookware junkie thread, my denial can only carry me so far :(
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>>> "...but this is the one!! it has/doesn't have (fill in the blank) and is perfect in every way!"
More hallowed words could not be spoken!!! Fortunately for me, my SO was as happy as me, long ago having tired of my incessant grumbling on the matter!!! (Now where is this "cookware junkie" thread of which you speak???!) lol
Shun Bob Kramer 8" chef's knife (the Sur la Table one)
$50 gift card to Sur a Table also
Question: Do presents that we bought ourselves (Self-Santa'ing ;) ) also count? :D
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"Do presents that we bought ourselves (Self-Santa'ing ;) ) also count?"
Gets my vote!! And with that, I will add that self-santa-ing brought me Bobby Flay's Throwdown, a wonderful decanter that sort of looks like a lab flask & a whole bunch of mini martini glasses from Crate and Barrel that I'm planning on using for all kinds of things like mini desserts and cocktail tastings.
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Ah, okay, in that case... via self-Santa'ing I also got (anything bought between Dec 1st and Jan 1st qualifies, btw!):
Shun Bob Kramer 5" utility knife
new knife block
end grain maple cutting board from The Boardsmith (haven't got that yet, but it's paid for)
"Mastering Knife Skills" book/dvd combo
Kuhn-Rikon dual speed frother (for making vinaigrettes in small portions)
Henckels Classic Clad 3/4-qt warmer/saucepan, and 10" frypan
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I'm all about the self-gifting too. We don't exchange much between the adults in my family for Christmas (or Hanukkah) & I think my husband is too intimidated to buy me anything food related (books, equipment etc.) because he knows I have a lot already, has no idea what I want or need and, well, he knows I'm kind of picky as well. Self-gifting works for me because, as you said, I rarely get it wrong, and since we don't have money to burn, I'm much happier just buying what I know I'll love and use.. But my husband DID buy me a gift certificate for an hour long massage, which is totally awesome. :)
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Every year my husband & I go through this dance at Christmas - we agree that we are buying something big that we need for the house as a "gift" instead of exchanging presents (this year it was a snowblower, which we already used this past weekend here in NJ.)
And every year, I know he is going to end up buying me something anyway because he just can't bring himself not to, which is sweet, but not if it means making me nuts because he bought something I really didn't need or want. And I am VERY hard to buy for because of the afore-mentioned pickiness, and lack of need for much.
So over the years he's learned that stuff like GC for massages, mani/pedis etc. are very appreciated and will actually get used. (And yes, every year I end up getting HIM something too, because I'd feel terrible if I didn't have something for him when I know he got me something. It's insane.)
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Strogly agreed. To me for cookware, when I find deals, it is for me a X'mas day. That is why I got my LC 6.75 qt wide round oven in September for $139. it is a good deal and we saved. What I got for X'mas from him was LC's stone ware cocotte ( 4 of the mini DO in stoneware) and a cocotte cookbook with it, and a spa gift card. I already have many french porcelain souffle dishes and the cocotte will be not used so often but he wanted to show his understanding for my LC addiction so it is very sweet.
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This is so funny. I was coming on here to post that I Santa'd myself just a little bit more. Sur la table is having a pretty good sale on their porcelain white ware and I bought some souffle dishes in 10 oz and 18 oz sizes, plus a few more soup bowls.
But now I seriously have to say no to any more spending for a good long time and just concentrate on using what I have. No more cookbooks, no more cookware, that's it for me for a while.
BTW, that IS very sweet of him, and those cocottes are SO darling. :)
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Flourgirl, yes it is! I also have enough thanks to HG/TJmaxx and WS outlet where so many attractive gifts I got myself! Luckily I don't have SLT locally :) Also, the WS outlet at Woodbury commons is closing soon, on 16th of this month. So significantly less inflows this year! BTW, I am in transition moving to Europe and just got all my stuff at my new apt in a small town. OMG, the huge 10 boxes just only for cookware and dishes etc. DH was just so amazed how much I accumulated and hid all of them. Now, I feel released because there are one Staub and one LC outlet a bit remotely , where he got the cocotte. Cookware etc cost generally much more in Europe; so No MORE major spending and just start to use what I imported from the US!
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Hummmm, my girlfriend and her family live in Menton France, how close is she I wonder? A visit to her might be in the offing, especially if I can find her a very special gift. She's a fabulous baker.
I'll ponder that, thanks for info.
Anyone with a KA mind mentioning the color of it? It'd be interesting to take a poll on the colors since many are newer to the KA mixer.
Mine= Ruby Red
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At least three to four years but I am still kind of back and forth between both sides. I hope settling down this summer. I am now creating a new kitchen here and buying an induction range. (The old temporary electric stove made me nuts here!) I am so happy I got All-clad etc at good prices, which are all induction ready, thanks to this board and you, too! grnid. Otherwise, I would need to buy another cookware here for higher prices.
I recieved a painting by artist Arnold Martinez called " Breakfast ". It depicts the normal breakfast served in a Latin home. Cuban bread w/butter, cuban coffee, a bag of ground coffee, a tall thin glass which the bread was dipped into, and last but not least a special coffee maker called a colador for making this very delicious coffee. the painting sit proudly above a granite side table in my kitchen which on top sits a, from left to right 1. Krup Stainless Steel Drip Coffeemaker 2. 4 Piece set Buchitto Cups & Saucers to drink Expresso 3. A 1950's Style Stove top Expresso Maker 4. Wooden Colador w/Manga 5. Modern Style Expresso Maker w/ Steam attachment. It was a very good Christmas.
I got 3 Nigel Slater cookbooks - which is probably a bit OTT to be honest.
I'm going to have to write a comprehensive list next year.
THERMAPEN - after multiple thermometer failures(after heavy use) I hope this greatly touted product will stand the test of my cooking fever
Bacon cookbook - my heart ached when i opened it up from the wrapping
cookbook featuring D.C. chefs - I live in LA so its a nice refreshing look at some east coast talent
I have wanted a KA mixer for 10 years. I still did Not get it.
Instead, I was given a frilly, excessive apron (that I returned).
(Worse yet: I am told by my family that I will not be given a KA mixer until I get married. I am in my early twenties with a BA and MA from ivy schools, can cook and clean, and I workout almost everyday BUT have no plans (or prospects) to get married... I will never get my mixer!!!)
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I think your situation warrants something drastic - you must spoil yourself and buy one. You are sure to love it to pieces! Man, I know that I technically could live without my Professional Series 600 KA but my life would not be the same. I practically get all teared up when I think about it and walk by it (well, and of course, use it). Sigh...
There are many others who feel the same way! :-D
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i agree with the others - do as i've done, and buy these things for yourself. however, i *will* break from the pack and suggest that you also consider the Cuisinart stand mixer - it's fantastic. i like mine better than the KA.
go for it either way. your family may be living in some bizarre 1950's time warp, but that doesn't mean you have to.
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I will be honest: I am a nerd, but I had a pre-mature "life-crisis" and decided I wanted to make a difference in the world, in a small way, daily. I did therefore become a high school English teacher after those 'glam-de-glam' degrees.
I live alone and support myself on my teaching salary. This is my first year: it is hard enough to pay bills (I also have debt from my degrees), and I find that I work continuously (grading and lesson planning because I know they will be making cuts next year--if I am not immaculate, then I will be cut), at all hours grading so I cannot afford to purchase a KA mixer (and I am thinking I cannot afford one in terms of time, because I would make more items, which would take time away from my students).
This is irrelevant, but unfortunately I am part of a generation where a degree (or several) gets you nothing. Many of my fellow graduates still do not have jobs; I work my [arse] off, but I am just grateful to have a job. Besides I read people's blogs and live vicariously through their baking adventures (yay!..).
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I have to be honest: I am not familiar with communicating with strangers via the internet, but the Chowhound seems safe (mayhaps), and I don't meet strangers for dinner and drinks regardless, so it seems safe to confess I live in Illinois.
Thanks to all, who listened to my solo pity party.
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Thanks for the thoughts! For my sake, definitely use your KA mixer to make the triple-layer chocolate peanut butter cake on Smitten Kitchen's blog.
(If you don't like peanut butter, you can replace that frosting with the Cookie Dough frosting from Annie's Eats blog, or just eat the cake with the ganache. Regardless, it is worth the work.)
Or the NYTimes cookie recipe. Make that and think of me because when I visit my parents, I use their KA mixer to make that cookie, and it's exceptional.
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when i was a kid, we always gave gifts to my teachers - usually perfume, cologne, or a gift certificate. do they still do that? maybe next year you can have them skip all that and chip in toward your KA ;)
but seriously, keep an eye out on Amazon - occasionally they have insane weekend or one-day discounts on these things. in fact, if you have an account, you can add the one you want to your "wish list" and i think there's a way to set it up so you receive an e-mail notification when the price changes.
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Yes, when I was young, we always gave gifts to my teachers. Unfortunately, the economy is rough right now so I did not expect gifts. One student made me cookies (literally gone in 10 minutes--I was so grateful; I get up at 4:30..); one student brought me a scarf--which was very practical.
Actually I wouldn't want them to chip in because they found out I do not have a television; it became an amusing joke for them. (Personally, I do not mind; podcasts and reading the internet&books are enough.)
Ha, I suppose I shall commit to this: if and when I earn a Golden Apple Teaching Award, I will buy myself a KA mixer.--I'll get back to you in 20 years, since it takes a very long time to become a 'master' at teaching.
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I probably shouldn't because I don't know if I will be employed or not after this school year (until March), but if it were the Professional series.. $200 would have been a steal. This Christmas I didn't bother much to look for one because of expenses and I never saw the P600 get quite that low; I see usually that around $400 (with shipping).
Perhaps I should start a "Please post KA Mixer Bargain Alerts" for people to post when there's a good deal.
Unfortunately my laptop is about to die (my cell phone is also dying)--which is essential for work, so saving for a laptop (phone, possibly a camera, an ipod would be nice) is probably more sensible than a KA mixer presently. ..Although I might start that thread--just in case (I get renewed and not riffed).
NotJuliaChild--you are very generous with your thoughts and assistance!
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I hope you can find a way to buy your mixer...EBay, perhaps? About 40 years ago, I dropped a very strong hint to my mother that that was what I wanted for Christmas. It works as well now as ever; I admit, I don't use it a lot but it's there when I need it. It's the only thing I leave on my counter.
I'd love to buy the special edition metallic cherry red one with glass bowl but I can't justify buying it when my white one works perfectly.
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My KA was purchased off eBay - regular $700 and I got mine for $200 (plus $50 shipping to Canada). It was brand spanking new, not refurbished or anything. So there are definitely great deals to be had.
Keep in mind that using a KA can be a huge stress release which may be exactly what you need in your job! :-D
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"Keep in mind that using a KA can be a huge stress releaser"
So many people that have walkd in my kitchen have asked me, "Now really, how much do you use that thing?" or "Is that thing really worth whatever they cost?" or "If you had it to do over again, would you still want one knowing what you know now and using it as little or as much as you do?" The answer always, "oh yes!"
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You know what Grace? I thank you for your tireless teaching, your efforts and support of the kids you teach and the hours you spend making sure your work is immaculate. My hat is off to you. You deserve a gosh darn KA.
I wanted one for a hundred years myself and was fortunate when years ago, Santa got very generous. He bought me the color I'd hoped for and strength and ability I wanted also. But like you, I'd have not spent that amount of money on myself. It's so pretty on my counter and I love the thing. You state your age and you are very young so it's still in the offing for you I am quite sure.
Our DIL works for a jeweler and another lady works there too. The other lady and our DIL are quite good friends and the lady was complaining about her idiot husband one day, that had left her, high and dry, out of the blue and was simply miserable. She knew our son loved to cook and had a huge kitchen so she asked our DIL if there was anything [that she'd mentioned that she wanted to give away] that she'd be interested in. Our DIL said "oh no thanks, but thanks for offering." The lady and DIL got together for lunch one day and she came into Sedona's restaurant carrying her KA with attachments. Told our DIL she couldn't bare to toss it or give it to GoodWilling or Sally Annie's and hoped she'd accept it. Our DIL is and was thrilled, didn't remember her mentioning giving 'it' away. It'd been a gift from the dipwad husband and all she saw when she viewed it on her counter was him.........she immediately went out and bought herself a copper one and LOVES it........
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In 2009, I requested money gift cards for all gift giving occasions, and finally bought myself a KitchenAid Artisan.
In 2010, I did it again and got a FoodSaver vacuum food system, a bunch of bags/rolls, and a pair of shoes I wanted.
It sure beats the heck out of all the tcotchkes.
Hanukah Harry bought my mom a Cuisinart immersion blender, which when she opened it, I shrieked and grabbed it exclaiming, "How did you know? It's just what I wanted!" (Mom's response to opening it was, in a disdainful tone, "What in the world should I do with this?" So it all worked out.)
HH bought me a cashmere sweater, which I cover with an apron while cooking, and boxes of chocolates. I Self-Santa'd (what's the Hanukah equivalent?) a Mauviel copper saute pan (not the best, unfortunately, the line with the brass handle) that was mis-marked at Marshalls down to $9.99.
French Laundry Cookbook
Ad Hoc at Home
Noma Cookbook
OXO Mandoline
Good haul. :)
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Visually, French Laundry and Noma are stunning. Absolutely beautiful. Functionally, I'm not sure how much I'll use them. Keller puts a nice note in the FL book, though. Something along the lines of "you don't have to try to cook every recipe straight through, but try using this sauce with any chicken or beef dish". That's something I've never really thought about, since I've never had a 'food porn' book before. From my first glances, the problem with Noma might well be ingredients. The book is not tailored toward American pallet or ingredient availability, I can assure you. Like I said though, both books are stunning and I hope to use them in some respect.
If nothing else, they provide great coffee table books. My 70 year old aunt, who has no desire to try new and exotic food, was enamored with Noma when she was at my parent's house for Christmas.
Ad Hoc, on the other hand, is a much more approachable book and I plan to use it often.
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I use FL because I love challenging techniques and sourcing hard-to-find ingredients. Many of my books are similar to that. The most challenging would be "Alinea" and "The Fat Duck Cookbook" which are OTT and just wonderful! Having traveled to many countries and experiences tons of wonderful cultures my palate is incredibly adventurous.
It sounds like Noma will be the perfect book for a food science geek like me! :-D
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Deb made the Ad Hoc fried chicken two nights ago. The results were stunning. Leftovers heated up well in an aluminum foil tent (opened after 20 minutes) and maybe 2-3 minutes in the 350 oven each on both sides.
The 40-pound Keller book duo is a keeper for the chicken alone. It wasn't hard. I'll get back with more Keller stuff down the road.
A Moritaka 360 Sujihiki knife & a Big Steel Keg!!
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Sorry. I got confused for a moment with Morimoto. Thanks for the correction. I think I know which one you are talking about. I thought about getting a Moritaka Nakiri awhile back. I chickend out because I heard some wavy edge thing, but it seems that may only be true for the lower end of the Moritaka.
Your wife is awesome. :)
Oh yeah! I got a case of rootbeer too :D I'm very happy, obviously, but I have to resist ploughing through the whole lot, I'll just miss it when it's gone.
Mine was low tech, but very thoughtful. I told a friend a needed a pasta spoon when she asked if I needed house warming gift. I usually don't ask for gifts, but I always forget to buy one when I am out and about and figured she'd remember better than I would. Well for Christmas she gave me a pasta spoon along with spoons and spatulas for cooking. I am not sure of the brand and don't care. I am just pleased as punch to have extras on hand while I am cooking and I love my pasta spoon.
I received a copy of Tom Keller's "Bouchon" cookbook. Fantastic.
I just wish the publisher had used less reflective paper, and NOT used the small, grey-ink, unreadable typeface in some sections. This, along with the size and layout, make it a challenge to cook directly from this book.


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Facebook's reliance on traditional Web advertising is a thing of the past. Two years removed from its controversial initial public offering, the social network has rapidly become the second-biggest recipient of mobile ad dollars, behind Google. Those tiny smartphone promotions now account for over half of sales.
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CEDAR FALLS, Iowa (AP) — One of the Northern Iowa's hallmarks under basketball coach Ben Jacobson has been veteran leadership.
The Panthers won't have much of that to lean on this season.
Three starters and three of the program's top four scorers have moved on from last season's 21-win team, leaving Jacobson with the least experienced group of his eight-year tenure in Cedar Falls.
The Panthers have 10 newcomers — including five true freshmen and Tennessee transfer Wes Washpun — that they'll need to find roles for before the season opener Nov. 9 at Ohio.
"We've got to work on that. It's going to be very important for us to do everything we can to get some guys up to speed," Jacobson said Wednesday during the team's media day.
The most intriguing newcomer is Washpun, a 6-foot-1 guard and a former star at Cedar Rapids Washington High. He returned home after just a year with the Volunteers.
Washpun didn't play much at Tennessee. But he's expected to play a key role for the Panthers.
Washpun, who practiced last season with Northern Iowa while taking a redshirt year, could allow the Panthers to play much faster than they have in the past.
Washpun still has a lot to work on, especially on defense. But he also has a chance to add a new dimension to what Northern Iowa does offensively.
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Friday, May 13, 2005Valparaiso remains in second place on Friday after completing the second day of the Mid-Continent Conference Outdoor Track and Field Championships in Kansas City, Mo.
The Crusaders have totaled 62 points, trailing just Western Illinois' 108 in the team standings. Southern Utah is third with 60 points, followed by Oral Roberts (55) and UMKC (27). Chicago State has yet to score.
Valpo had three individuals score for the Brown and Gold in the shot put led by Holly Hagen (Hobart, Ind./Hobart H.S.). The senior finished third with a toss of 40'0 �" just 11� inches ahead of teammate Emilie Marsicek (Spaluding, Mich./Carney-Nadeau H.S.) in fourth place. Jessica Cherrington (Roseberg, Ore./Umpqua Valley Christian H.S.) was eight with a mark of 34'2 �".
Cherrington and Marsicek also placed in the javelin. Cherrington was second with her toss of 130'0" while Marsicek was seventh with a throw of 110'1".
The long jump saw Melanie Wilson (Saint Louis, Mo./Rosati-Kain H.S.) finish third with a leap of 18'1".
The only final on the track saw Jobeth Schmiesing (Mankato, Minn./West H.S.) and Ashley Billstrom (Hales Corners, Wis./Whitnall H.S.) finish third and fourth respectively in the 3,000m steeplechase. Schmiesing finished in 11:30.13 while Billstrom was 13.57 seconds behind. Lauren McLaughlin (Shoreview, Minn./Mounds View H.S.) took eighth with a time of 13:00.24.
In the heptathlon, Patricia Kloth (Medford, Wis./Medford Area H.S.) finished with 3,349 points to lead Valpo, finishing ninth overall.
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New Jersey will adopt the Federal Emergency Management's (FEMA) Advisory Base Flood Elevation maps, clearing the way for residents and business owners along the Jersey Shore to rebuild better and stronger, Gov. Chris Christie announced during a press conference in Seaside Heights Thursday afternoon.
The move comes as residents along the shore wait to find out not if they'll have to raise their homes following Hurricane Sandy, but just how high.
"If we wait, all we're doing is delaying New Jersey's recovery," Christie said, adding: "I think this is what we need to do to build a 21st century Jersey Shore."
The and recommend that residents in flood zones in 10 counties and 194 communities raise their homes on average between 1 and 5 feet. Based on a scientific analysis of recent and past storms, the flood maps estimate the kind of flooding various zones can expect during a once-a-century storm, like Hurricane Sandy.
It's anticipated that the advisory maps will be adopted by FEMA as its new flood insurance maps. While the new maps - and new insurance rates - won't become official for anywhere between 18 and 24 months, conforming to the standards of the advisory maps is necessary when it comes to rebuilding, Christie said.
By adopting the advisory maps at the state level, Christie said it removes the onus from municipalities still struggling to understand the maps and their ramifications. The move also eliminates the potential for what could have been a patchwork of non-conforming standards throughout the state.
Adoption also makes it easier for property owners to begin to rebuild by removing the need for state Department of Environmental Protection permitting, a step usually required for those looking to elevate their homes.
Christie said the state is adopting the flood maps as is, though he encouraged property owners in affected flood zones to build higher, if possible. Should FEMA determine that its advisory maps are too high in some areas, it will only benefit property owners by having buildings that are safer and more resilient to future storms, Christie said.
Using an example offered by FEMA, Christie explained the kind of flood insurance premium increases property owners could anticipate if they don't build to, or above, the new flood maps.
If a property in an A Zone, which is described as a high-hazard zone, is 4 feet below the flood maps, the owner can expect to pay up to $31,000 in insurance a year. If the property is built or elevated to the new standard, that total drops to $7,000. Another two feet above the the recommended height and that total is cut in half.
FEMA has maintained since introducing the new maps that while they are advisory, they are expected to be very similar to those adopted as the new insurance maps. FEMA officials have stated publicly that while the flood maps could go down in some areas, they will not increase.
By adopting the advisory maps, New Jersey has also made it easier for property owners to receive Increase Cost of Compliance, or ICC, funding. For those with flood insurance, ICC can provide as much as $30,000 to raise a home. Without adopting FEMA's standards, however, that money would not be released.
"I can't wait another 18 to 24 months to rebuild the Jersey Shore," Christie said. "That is an unacceptable alternative to me."