i remember the day when i was fifteen that i realized music was something i could do for my whole life. hello, yes, this top is waterproof. i use baking bags to cut down on cooking time as well as helping to not dry out the meat. the handle is 4 inches long, and 3 inches wide. it has about 40,000 population. this is a great, no-bake recipe! one of these “differences” in my very blessed marriage is the issue of arriving on time. i would also be prepared for strong opposition. 