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Will Sandy blow down the economy?
Damages and lost business are estimated at $50 billion. But by rattling consumers and Wall Street, the storm's real toll could be much greater.
Damage from Hurricane Sandy in the Rockaway neighborhood of Queens, New York.
All at once, the plans of men were made to look meek as one of the most powerful Atlantic storms on record roared ashore Monday night. Hurricane Sandy knocked out power to lower Manhattan, flooded the financial district and caused chaos in our nation's largest city. The superstorm cut power to about 8.1 million customers.
One early estimate put overall damage and lost business at roughly $50 billion; that could grow once those miles of subway tunnels are drained of seawater and an army of insurance adjusters puts boots on the ground.
But Sandy will hit the economy in much deeper ways. No, we're not anywhere near the impact from the earthquake/tsunami/nuclear meltdown that hit Japan last year. But given the fragile state of the economy, Sandy could pull growth of the gross domestic product down from 2% toward 0% in the months ahead. Over six months, that could be a loss of output of roughly $140 billion
Combined with other negatives, from the looming "fiscal cliff" in Washington to the ongoing European debt crisis, this will only make life tougher for investors. Here's where trouble will arise, as well as a few ideas on how to protect yourself:
The direct costs
I see three big ways Sandy will affect growth.
The first is through the economic losses that come as damaged and flooded cars are scrapped, furniture is thrown out and subway systems repaired. Initial estimates from Eqecat put this drag at $20 billion -- far from the $280 billion losses incurred in the triple-threat Tohoku disaster in Japan last year. Still, if these initial estimates are correct, Sandy will be the fifth-worst hurricane on record, accounting for inflation, according to the Insurance Information Institute.
In the context of other recent disasters, Sandy is roughly equivalent on this measure to the Russian wildfires caused by the heat wave of 2010, which destroyed nearly 3,000 buildings. (The human toll was much higher in Russia, though, with more than 50,000 people killed).
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Both Japan and Russia took hits to their GDP growth rates a result of those disasters. Russia's growth dropped from 1.7% in the second quarter of 2010 to 0.3% during the disaster, before bouncing to 2.3% in early 2011. In Japan, the growth rate plunged to negative 2% before rebounding late last year as government rebuilding efforts revved up.
The consumer impact
The more important consideration, and the one that I think will be have the larger impact on the U.S. economy, is Sandy's influence on consumer sentiment heading into the critical holiday shopping season.
Already, shoppers have been propping up the economy up as businesses pull back. Manufacturing activity has stalled. New orders are down. CEOs have cut back on plans to invest and hire. Inventories are down.
The regional Federal Reserve manufacturing activity reports make for depressing reading. The latest out of the Dallas Fed shows a nasty combination of rising materials costs and plunging new orders.
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To put it in numbers, consumer spending jumped 2% and residential investment surged 14%, while business investment dropped 1.3% and exports fell 1.6%,
The key in all this is that households remain unconcerned about the fiscal cliff -- the package of tax hikes and spending cuts worth some 5% of GDP set to hit on Jan. 1 unless Washington acts. CEOs are acutely aware of it. CEOs tend to have a better read on the situation during major economic turning points. They were nervous in the middle of 2007 before the recession and financial crisis struck, and they were confident in mid-2009 as the recovery was starting. Households were confident in 2007 and nervous in 2009.
I've been expecting consumer confidence to come down later this year as the media starts covering the fiscal cliff in earnest in November and December -- after the election. Sandy's impact could pull it down even sooner, dragging on GDP growth in the fourth quarter.
Again, the Japanese experience is illustrative. Consumer confidence dropped hard from 40.6 during the March 2011 disaster to a low of 33.4 two months later as people watched the mismanagement of the Fukushima reactor meltdown and the slow pace of rebuilding. Consumer spending cooled, as did retail sales. On a year-over-year basis, sales dropped 8.3% in April of 2011 and an additional 4.8% that May.
A similar, if less severe, drop is likely as America's most populous city recovers from record flooding, fires and power outages. Experiences like these lay bare just how fragile modern society is and how quickly things can devolve. Since the economy lives and dies by decisions made on the margins, it's hard to see how this won't have a negative impact as people decide it's best to save a little more rather than splurge.
If one storm can blow down the U.S. economy, what does that say about the fragility of the U.S. economy.
And by the way, isn't this the same economy you were bullish on just two weeks ago?
I'd like to take this opportunity to say to the mainstream media that when there's nothing to say, you shouldn't feel obligated to tell me anything. Really, I'm OK with that.
The begininng of the end was in 1989 when the banks now called TBTF began their rape of the real estate market. Then, the dot-com bubble, cause dby the Clinton SEC new accounting rules, then the Clinton recession, inherited by George W., then the Freddie and Fannie fraud, with BO and Dodd and Barney leading their defense of their worngdoing.
Ruin the economy? Of course not. The rebuilding process will create jobs. We will all be paying higher insurance premiums for the money insurers will pay out. In trade we get:
Unlike government green projects and stimulus money that was wasted, this private sector rebuilding process will create real growth and job creation.
Capitalism, while not perfect can work , even in the face of disaster.
Yes, we built that. And we will rebuild it, even better.
The images of all the aftermath coming out now are heartbreaking. The image of the woman who was being embraced by Governor Christy that lost everything really drove home how we need to reach out to those people with monies, shelter, food, clothing, medical needs, giving blood, volunteering.....lets say everything you can think of.
The estimates are saying 50 Billion. I think it will double ! All the tunnels still need to be cleared and 660 miles of subway system need to be inspected. I can't even count the number of homes knocked off their foundations or out right washed away, covered with sand in every neighborhood were seeing.
It will probably rank up there right next to Katrina in loses.
This article shows what is fundamentally wrong with our news media. It thinks that the U.S. economy revolves around Wall Street, and cannot function without the stock market and the opinions of economic forecasters - most of who create no real value but do waste a lot of resources. Yeah the local economies in the storm ravaged areas will suffer, but then it will rebuild. Meanwhile, the rest of the country isn't going to shut down waiting on it.
Good thing I only read this economic bs for entertainment. If MSN had any real influence in the world then I'd be really upset. But they're just silly, so just treat them as another sitcom.
As usual, the key component of the scenario expressed by our boy Mirhaydari, was completely avoided.
The "Broken Window Theory" refutes the benefits catastrophic events have when the same pool of money is spent buying the same thing twice.
If the window of a store is broken by a rabble rouser, the on-lookers will say to look on the bright side. The money the store owner has to pay replacing the broken window will go into the economy as an increase in the purchase of goods and services.
Listening to the gawkers, the store owner is going to say, how he was planning on buying a new suit. But now, he has to use that money to replace what once was, a perfectly good window, and will not be able to afford the new suit, and what was once a perfectly good window now lies buried in a landfill somewhere.
Sandy has created infrastructure rebuilding opportunities and thus a lot of jobs, rather than blew down the economy, period.
Unless the article is suggesting that these areas housing, utilities, roads, transportation, electric grid, sewer and water pipes etc will not be rebuilt and the people will be confined to homelessness etc.......
Mother Nature has a way of shaking things up on land doesn't She of the "She Who Must Be Obeyed and Taken Seriously Or Else". LOL
What short sighted meanspirited polititians refuses to do for political reasons although it needs to be done,- eg like the rebuilding and upgrading the infrastructure in this country,- Mother Nature then forces them to do what need to be done for the people or watch a large segment of the American populace stretching over 9 plus States go homeless etc and become very angry.... and in which many of these newly homeless and hating it have guns or access to same... LOL
Anyway there will be a lot of rebuilding going on. It will not be like the bail out of the financial folks where it was just the shifting of money via computer from one group to another group to make some papers/debt whole. Bailing out people by rebuilding their home and rebuilding roads etc is different as folks will actually see what the money is going for this time round.
MIRAGEGUY..... discribing yourself again huh.....but calling yourself Lazy, corrupt,arrogant and stupid.... Oh well, you know yourself best, but on the other hand why don't you give yourself a bit of a break eh?
Oh well 6 days from now we won't have to read your carpings or you beating up on yourself..... well at least for about a few years anyway..... LOL
Now Washington is trying to blame the weather for our crappy economy? What a bunch of complete idiots. The only people dumber than the politicians in Washington, are the Sheeple that continue to vote them into office.
Vote Libertarian for a real change in Washington. The Dem's and Rep's have had their chances and have repeatedly proven they are worthless.
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If this didn't all seem intentional in the first place? People are blind....
You know, I can respect that he doesn't want people to get addicted to it. I think I would have trouble walking around, watching people play Flappy Birds everywhere I go for hours on end just trying to beat their last high score. It would give me a sense of responsibility to end it as well.
This is one of the oddest developers I've ever seen. He seems so bi-polar.
This has to be the most vacuous topics I've seen on news sites lately. Why is it so necessary to speculate on this topic?
I fail to see how it is even remotely relevant why the developer cancelled the game. He clearly doesn't want to talk about it and the press attention seems to be negatively affecting him. Not all people want money or success and it is only suggestive to speculate that there are hidden motives here.
The game's gone; it doesn't matter why.
I agree with all of Jvan's comments.
The thing I find funny about the whole situation is all the disbelief, it's hilarious.
* The money? Must be legal action? Maybe he's crazy.
* It's an intentional move? Lol. Create a game, hope for the best, wait for it to get popular and then pull it. I don't know how popular this development model will be.
* He cares about how people are using his creation? Nah, who does that these days?
Personally, if I created something that caused people to post video of them smashing up perfectly good electronic devices and the product was raking in $50k / day then I'd just ignore the video's, feel a little guilty that I was probably responsible for some form of environmental damage and exacerbating some individuals mental illness. Then I would just wait for it all to die down of it's own accord.
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The Battle For The Saigon Bridge
The North Viet Namese desided to attack all major citys during tet 1968.Usually there was a truse,since both sides were buddish.I had arrived in December of 1967 and felt lucky to station in Saigon.Our outpost was at the end of the Saigon bridge.Military intelligence station,they looked at photos taken from me taking pictures with a 35mm camera in a single engine plane.
The bridge was one of main entrance from the north side.It was always guided by MP Viet Namese army.A ww2 Sherman tank and fifty caliber machine nest at the side.
In the mornings I would get a ride to the air port where a pilot would be waiting.The little plane looked tiny with all the gun ships around.He would have the area to be where the photos would be taken.
Captain Smith was a very thin 35 year old lifer.In the air it was like we buddies on the run way it was yes sir.
I arrived flax vest and forty five and three cameras with telephoto lenses.I don't know what gun was for maybe to shot myself rather being captured.
Lately we had been seeing a lot of movement of vc in the jungle.Once in a while they would take a shot at me.It use to make me mad I couldn't shot back.
I got out of the jeep and walk over to the plane where the captain was waiting.I saluted and got into the plane.January 30,1968.
We went about 20 miles out and I started taking pictures."Jesus cap you seeing what I'm seeing."there were hundreds of VC in the open running towards Saigon.
"Base this captain Smith theres a whole lot of VC coming to town to party and they are armed to the teeth."
little did we know that a lot of VC had already entered the city.These were main force along with north Viet Namese army soliders.Instead of jungle warfare they were coming as an army to the cities to raise hell and show they would never give up.
"Captain I got enough,lets get out of here."I shouted .
A couple of gunships came flying bye.The door gunners were firing their m60 machine guns into tree tops.
Up came a shoulder held rocket and blew one of choppers to pieces.The other gunship turned and shot rockets of its own down in the dense jungle.Explosions and fire and smoke.Our plane flew on through it,taking a few bullets to the wing.
We landed on air force base in Saigon.I jumped out and got into a jeep and drove myself to the front gate.I could hear rifle shots all over the place in the city.The Mp Stop me at the gate.
"You can't go out there all hell breaking loose."He leaned in and put his hand on chest.
"I got get this film to my base," I screamed.
"And wheres that!"
"Saigon bridge !"
"Good luck buddy."
I drove into the city.With three rolls of film and a forty five on my lap.
The city was dense 7 million lived there.The builders were mostly build out of concrete by French.CHolon the Chinese section of the city actually look like Paris with bricks and morter.
I kept my head down and drove a steady pace as not drawn attention.Which was stupid looking back now.As I heard shots being fired here and there.Sometimes like machine gun and other times with pistol fire.
Women and children were running for cover and the police waving me through enter sections with their pistol in hand.
Crack a bullet went through my windshield on the passengers side.
"Shit,"I shouted."Where that come from."
I press pedal to metal after that and almost went into an open sewer that ran along the road.Adjusting for the turn a little late.Just missed the ditch.I could smell raw soage.Thinking thank god I didn' t die in pile of shit.
When your scared out of your mind all kind of things pop into it.
Finally the compound was in site as well as the bridge.The tank was firing rounds to other side of the bridge.Helicopters came flying over head shoting rockets.A hand held rocket laucher came zooming across the river,hittting the tank at the bottom.Breaking treds on one side.a fire started at base of the bridge from the rocket.UP poped tank crew member firing the 50cal machine gun threw the fire.
I stopped I didn't know what to do.I wantd to join the fight but all I had was a pee shoter.The south Viet Namese fought bravely on with A rifle unit joining fight.
I snapped out of it and drove to the gate.
"Open up," I bellowed."Its me Harmon!"
Two MPS raised the crossing bar and drove in,
The compound was on full alert.All the office boys and intelligence people were on all four sides of the small base.Two buildings near the center were head quarters and intel readers.The other was for the paper work they generated.Two double decker barrarks near bridge side and a look out tower maned with a m60 machine gun.No combat troops here.But they were behind sand bags firing across the river.
I rushed into head quarters with the film.I dropped it off with the lab people and reported to Major Nelson.
He standing around a map of our area including the bridge."Well Harmon what you see,got a feel the number."
I pointed to an area I just came from.The main force is behind these guys get here by dark.There was so many they couldn't hide in the jungle."
"Well how many damn it!"
"Hundreds sir,I say hundreds.
He looked worried."Okay grab a rifle from supply and man the line."
"Yes sir."I turned went outside where all hell was breaking loose.A Cobra just came over firing its mini gun with empty shell raining down on me and some other soliders.The gun sounds like a fog horn.Huh huh.
I ran over to supply just a rocket came across and blew the top of the look out tower off.
The guy in the tower must have seen it coming because he got up off the floor and started firing the machine gun."You mother fuckers,I'll show you."He screamed firing so many bullets it looked like a lazer beam.Since every 7 shell is a tracer.
In supply was an old black sergeant.He was big as a house and attude like James Brown screw whitie.
"Hey give me a gun and some clips."
"Sure white boy just sign this paper next to this number.After the battle they'll be wanting these guns back for next stupid white boy.
"Come on Serg jesus why breaking my balls,I never own slaves."
"I'm funning with ya Stevie boy.What you want."
"I want m14.I'm an expert with that weapon.Damn m16 keeps jamming on me. When I took it to the range state side.
"Here you go boy and five clips,they come through front gate save bullet for yourself.They don't like white boys and specially black men."
I joined a group of office soliders at the banks of the Saigon River.Our fense next to the water was only six feet high.Sand bags pile as high and couple to stand on to look over the fense.
The river was fast moving and no swimmers could make it across and also the boa constricters that swim back and forth waiting for some fool to fall in.I called the biggest one uncle Sam.Of course it would eat us as well but we thought of him as one of ours.
A Koren War jet came and took roll pictures,
Small arms fire started shooting at the jet and it was flying low.We got up and started firing across the river and a large Chinese style heavy machine answered our volley.The just in front of the fense with some hitting area as well.Made us duck for cover.
Just then a couple of cobra gunships came in firing at area of heavy gun but a hand held rocket was there answer taking one of the cobra's blades out.It came crashing down at the foot of the bridge on our side.We poped our head to take a look and Viet Namese solider was taking the pilot out .BLoody but alive.
After that the other cobra shot every rocket mini gun bullet he had and silent the big gun.He turn to go back to the base.Then Morter rounds started coming into the base.There is nothing more scary.All you here is a whristling sound and when it stops that means its on it downward path.So is whistle passes you by you feel lucky but if you hear whistle then quick silent pray to your maker.Thats just what first one did.
"Hit the ground boys,"someone yelled.A solider down a little from me got hit screamed in pain as his right leg was bloody.A guy next to him yelled out for a medi pac and I through mine over.A bandage and morfine needle.A few minutes later the medic was there doing his thing and they took him off later.
THe men from rear must have come up because all of sudden lead was flight in like rain from hell."Hey I yelled out don't you know we just Military Intelligence boys we don't fight we send others to do that."
"They ain't listening Steve must be a language barrier!"answered another.
Then a c130 plane from ww2 came in and it had four mini guns installed ran by men through side open windows.HUH Huh,came there sound empty shells raining down.Trees on the other side were falling like Paul Bunyine was them chopping down.
The plane left after awhile and all was quiet but I knew they were not done.They didn't travel hundreds of miles to quiet that easy.Night fall was coming and another push to be sure.
We heard that many citys were being attacked at the sametime and down town Saigon was full of VC that had entered the city over the last few weeks causing trouble and the American embassy was raid for awhile they got them out.
I knew something was up because old blood and guts himself was out the headquarters armed with a drawn pistol.Wave people on "Get ready boys the word is coming expect an attack.He came walking up to my area."Can hit anything with that old thing or you want a new m16."
"I like this fine don't jam and shoots further."I replied.
"Think you can hit the bridge from here."
"Maybe not,"I'd have move closer.
"Well I expect you better just do that now solider."He walked away talking to other soliders .
I got up move closer to the bridge.Getting as close as I could and then stacking sand bags to be a little higher.Resting my gun the fense for support.I thought I wish Jolene was here she was a better shot then I was although I had gotten better.
It was very dark now and I could here a horn on the other side. Dot ud dot he sounded and then screams and yelling.a red communist flag went rushing in front of men charging from the other side.They were shotting and another rocket went into the slient tank.iT was down and out.But fifty on top was still maned.It started firing along with rifle squad.Men in the front fell and the flag went down to snapped up by a fellow comrade.More came from behind this was the big push.The fifty rattle on.
I started shooting and first few seem hit the medal supports of the bridge.Ping I could hear my shot bounce off."Shit ."I said and took off my helmet and wiped the sweat off my fore head.
The rifle team was coming up around the tank firing old 45 cal machine guns and carbines and 30/6 rifles. Our whole line was firing at the bridge now and we taking down people as well as VIet Namese troops but they were still coming.Endless supply of men and I thought we would run out of bullets before they ran out of people.
More rockets came at our passion of the fense to keep our heads down.Just when we thought all was lost three cobras came in firing there mini guns and the VC north Regulars fell like cord wood.
Pinging off the metal supports and thuds when the bullets hit bodies.The first group was all shot down and rear group quickly turned ran for cover.With choppers following getting some more as they ran.
We all stood up and cheered feeling lucky to be alive.As I was sure we couldn't hold them getting in here without the choppers.
The next day the big red one 1st infantry division came in from the delta and they retreated back into the jungle.The compound was a mess but no one lost there life.We all greatfull for the Cobras saving the day.
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Long-Lasting Whipped Cream: Which Method Works Best?
When Megan wrote about stabilizing whipped cream with crème fraîche, many readers commented with their own tricks for making whipped cream that lasts using additions like melted butter or marshmallows. Curious, I decided to put a handful of these methods to the test, whipping up batches using the recommended additions and seeing how well they held up in the refrigerator over the course of an afternoon.
A couple hours and several pints of heavy cream later, I have great news: it turns out the most effective way to make long-lasting whipped cream is also the easiest.
In total, I made six different batches of whipped cream. I tested three additions recommended in reader comments: melted butter, melted marshmallows and dry instant vanilla pudding mix. I also tried the addition of crème fraîche. And I made two batches with no additions beyond powdered sugar and a little vanilla extract, one whipped using an immersion blender with the whisk attachment, the other using a mini chopper. (All the other batches were made with the immersion blender and I added a little powdered sugar and vanilla to all except the vanilla pudding mix batch.) I checked on each batch after one hour and then two hours. All of the above photos were taken after two hours in the refrigerator.
Let's talk about my ideal whipped cream, so you know what I was looking for. Fluffy, light and smooth, but firmly holding its shape when dolloped — that is the whipped cream I want on my pies and cakes.
Here are my observations from each method, from least to most successful.
Melted marshmallow: I have no results for this method, as I was never able to melt a marshmallow without it cooling and shriveling up into a desiccated husk that spun around whole in the bowl of heavy cream. It may be that the marshmallows I had on hand were too old and dried out for this method, or perhaps marshmallow fluff is the way to go. Feel free to leave any recommendations in the comments, if you have successfully made whipped cream with this addition.
Dry instant vanilla pudding: Instant vanilla pudding powder was not my friend in this test. I overwhipped the first batch in an attempt to incorporate all the flecks of powder and, after tossing out that round, ultimately gave up on fully incorporating all the powder in the next batch for fear of overwhipping again. The pudding powder-enhanced whipped cream came together much more quickly than any other type, and was mostly smooth, with a not-overpowering vanilla sweetness.
But one hour later, it was a different story. The cream had become unpleasantly firm after refrigeration, and had developed a strange, artificial taste and noticeably yellow color. Although it was soft just after whipping, it now looked overwhipped and chunky. It was indeed long-lasting, staying just as firmly whipped for 24 hours or more, but I was reminded of artificial whipped topping rather than real whipped cream. Perhaps using a smaller amount of powder would produce better results, but the artificial ingredients and coloring of the instant pudding keep me from wanting to explore this option further.
Melted butter: If increasing the fat content of whipped cream is supposed to make it better able to hold its shape over time, adding a little butter seems like a natural solution. Unfortunately, I was unable to find a way to add cooled, melted butter to cold heavy cream that didn't cause the butter to seize up into tiny, solidified chunks. I initially poured all the butter in at once before whipping, which resulted in an overwhipped mess that had to be tossed. For the second batch, I poured in a thin stream of butter as I was whipping, but there were still noticeable flecks of butter throughout.
This whipped cream held its shape well after two hours in the fridge, but the not-quite-smooth texture did not improve.
Crème fraîche: This whipped cream was soft and billowy, with a definite crème fraîche tang. I tasted it before adding the powdered sugar and vanilla and found it a little too sharp, but once it was sweetened, the tanginess was rounded out pleasantly. Because of the pronounced flavor, this would not be an all-purpose whipped cream for me, but I can see using it on rich chocolate cakes or other heavy desserts that pair well with the refreshing zip of crème fraîche.
After an hour, this batch had softened slightly, but still held its peaks. After two hours, it was the softest of all the batches I tested, but not to the point of appearing wet or leaky. Although not as firm as the butter batch, I preferred the smoothness of this whipped cream.
Mini chopper & immersion blender: Since writing about using a food processor or mini chopper to whip cream, it has become my go-to technique for quick, long-lasting whipped cream. But I think the immersion blender may be my new favorite tool, as it seems to whip the cream more uniformly than the mini chopper, without the occasional wet spots where the chopper's blades didn't reach. Both tools produced whipped cream that was soft, smooth and fluffy, with firm peaks.
After an hour and even two hours, the whipped cream batches made with the mini chopper and the immersion blender maintained their shape and texture, looking as good as when they were freshly whipped.
The winner! Making whipped cream with an immersion blender is the most effective way I found to make long-lasting, perfectly textured whipped cream. It's also the most straightforward, with no special ingredients needed, aside from optional sugar or flavorings. I like to add about 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract per half cup of heavy whipping cream for a little extra sweetness and flavor.
Are there any other methods you recommend for long-lasting whipped cream?
More Whipped Cream Tips & Tricks:
• Kitchen Hack: Make Whipped Cream in a French Press
• Longer-Lasting Whipped Cream? Try Manufacturing Cream
• Food Science: How Whipped Cream Whips
• How To Make Whipped Cream from a Can of Coconut Milk
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I make my whipped cream with nothing but whipping cream and some powdered sugar and some vanilla and it stays pretty well. I've kept it for maybe a day and a half at most(in the fridge of course) without any issues.
Perhaps I am over-whipping though, I do like it a little thick.
If your melting marshmallows in whipping cream the cream has to be cooked and melted with the marshmallow. I would assume the same goes for the butter.
@davvik: And then is the cream chilled before whipping? Or is it able to be whipped at room temperature? I can see the melted marshmallow not solidifying after being chilled, but not the butter.
If you heat the cream it will separate, no? I assume the marshmallow and the vanilla pudding are for the gelatin... if you used less would that be better?
I find the best way is to use a high-butterfat cream. I use a 40% manufacturing cream without stabilizers (Berkeley Farms, I can buy it at Smart and Final) and it lasts for days with no problem.
In restaurants, we would whip the cream with vanilla and powdered sugar and then place the whipped cream in a paper-towel lined colander set over a bowl. The excess water is wicked away.
Another option for the marshmallow trick (which I use at home) is to add a tablespoon of marshmallow creme along with the powdered sugar per cup of cream.
...forgot to mention that the colander of whipped cream is placed in the icebox until needed. We would keep it like that for hours.
@SarahJ: Why is the whipping cream without stabilizers more stable? That just seems odd to me.
Personally, I just put icing sugar, whipping cream and a bit of vanilla in a mason jar and shake it for a minute until it stops sloshing about :)
@Ken, I don't think she said they were less stable, but that they weren't very pleasant. The idea of sprinkling jello powder into whipped cream is, to me, very off-putting. The chunks and bits problem is the biggie--who wants little flecks of stabilizer in what's supposed to be a pillowy sweet cloud?
I whip my cream with ONLY flavorings (powdered sugar, vanilla, etc.) added.
If I want to hold it more than an hour or two, I put it in a colander over a bowl, cover the whole enchilada, and keep it in the fridge.
There's no need for a paper towel or anything else to line the colander. The cream is thick enough that it won't go through the holes. Only the whey will drip out and that's what you want.
The biggest reason I would make my own whipped cream, aside from the superior taste, would be to use organic heavy cream and not have a bunch of artificial stuff in it...like marshmallows or pudding mix.
I get the best results if I chill my glass bowl and the beaters (or whisk) in the freezer during dinner- makes the cream beat up faster, and gives it a nice firm set without worrying about overbeating.
Also, a friend told me that I should investigate getting a copper bowl just for this purpose- I guess something about the metal helps to aerate the cream better...
I like using the Wilton method. It doesn't result in any "off" flavors. (Add pudding or marshmallows and you might as well use Kool Whip.)
The stabilized whipped cream will last for days. I only use the method when I am making a rich cake that will sit in the fridge for awhile, not for cream that will be eaten the same day.
And I'll also mention that I rarely add that much sugar to whipped cream. (The recipe calls for 1/4 cup.) I prefer being able to taste the cream, so I usually add 1 tablespoon of vanilla sugar to 1 cup of whipped cream. No one's complained yet that the cream isn't sweet enough.
I suspect you were going the wrong way around with the butter. I'd probably try whipping the butter first, as if you were making buttercream frosting.
Once the butter is light and fluffy, it should be a lot easier to add the liquid into it, especially if you start with a small drizzle and incorporate it slowly.
Uh, what? I've never heard of any of these additions, and they don't sound like they'd make a truly stable whipped cream.
The way the pastry pros do it is to add a tiny bit of gelatin (rehydrated in water first)...just enough to firm the cream up a little and help hold its shape without being too firm. This is probably where the marshmallow thing comes from. Seriously, just use the plain gelatin, it's easy.
The Wilton recipe listed above gives the directions and quantities for using gelatin. Make sure it doesn't set up before you add it to the cream, though!
First, I always use white sugar, rather than powdered sugar. No reason other than I much prefer the taste of white sugar. Also, sometimes I add 1 tbsp of cocoa and make chocolate whipped cream. When you do that, the whipped cream is VERY stable - the texture is noticeably different from plain whipped cream, but in a good way.
Also, my mom and I found out by accident that if you use a glass bowl, the whipped cream will last much longer than if you use a metal or plastic bowl. On the odd occasions that whipped cream manages to live longer than an hour without getting eaten, it lasts for a good day in the glass bowl.
Seconding (or thirding?) using a little plain gelatin. Good for days, doesn't mess with the flavor. However, it's not kosher/halal anymore, which can be a pain, depending on who I'm cooking for.
I only use powdered sugar and sometimes vanilla. The only thing I make with whipped cream that lasts longer than eating it right then and there is pavlova. The pav with its whipped cream topping is kept in the fridge in a covered cake holder for up to 2 to 3 days and the cream stays firm.
I use powdered sugar: works every time.
Kealoha you are right. My late mother always stored her stainless steel bowl and beaters in the freezer. Great whiped cream very quickly.
Right, I meant that I don't like stabilizers and with at high-fat cream you don't need them.
You never mention how much instant pudding you're using. My general rule is a packet of pudding to 2 cups of cream will yield you (when set) a thick (thicker than a sturdy buttercream) more mousselike filling which is fantastic for filling cakes. If you want to stabilize whipped cream, you whip cream like normal and for 2 cups, I'd sprinkle a tsp or so on the cream as its whipping in soft peak stage. Sounds like you added way too much.


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Performers like Blake Shelton, Reba McEntire, and Garth Brooks have all previously competed in the show. General manager Jae L. Stilwell says the night is unlike any other in Ada.
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Also on tap for the weekend of October 18 is a city-wide bike race that will raise health awareness and money for the local Boys and Girls Club chapter.The 3rd annual "Pontotoc Pumpkin Pursuit" bike race will be held within the city of Ada.
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An Overview of 802.11a and 802.11b Productsby Wei-Meng Lee
By now, we're all familiar with 802.11b wireless networking. But there's also been lots of discussion recently about two other wireless standards, both of which are in the 802.11 family: 802.11a and 802.11g.
802.11g is still in the process of being finalized and is currently in draft specification. However, a few vendors are already marketing new 802.11g devices. In terms of availability, however, 802.11a products are more plentiful than 802.11g. In this article, I'll provide an overview of 802.11a and 802.11b devices that are currently available, and I'll share some of my compatibility tests on these devices to help you make informed decisions when adding to your WiFi network.
Comparing 802.11a and 802.11b
Before we take a look at the various WiFi products, let's compare some basic characteristics of 802.11a and 802.11b by looking at a few parameters:
- Technology - 802.11b uses the Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) modulation scheme, while 802.11a uses Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM). In terms of power efficiency, DSSS is more efficient than OFDM. Thus 802.11a devices consume more power compared to 802.11b devices.
- Frequency - 802.11b uses the 2.4 Ghz spectrum, which is overcrowded with devices like cordless phones and microwave ovens. Even Bluetooth devices use the 2.4Ghz spectrum. 802.11a, on the other hand, uses the less crowded 5Ghz spectrum. Though the 5Ghz spectrum is less crowded, the signals have higher absorption rate and this causes it to be easily blocked by walls and objects.
- Range - Due to the higher absorption rate at the 5Ghz spectrum, 802.11a devices have shorter operating range of about 150 feet, compared to the 300 feet achievable by 802.11b (optimally under ideal conditions). As a result, more transmitters are required for 802.11a networks.
- Data rate - 802.11a supports speeds up to 54Mbps, while 802.11b supports speeds of up to 11Mbps.
- Cost - Components for 802.11a devices are more expensive to produce and hence their price tags are higher than 802.11b devices. Also, the increased number of transmitters required for 802.11a network will drive up the cost of implementing an 802.11a network.
- Compatibility - 802.11a is not compatible with the 802.11b protocol. Hence 802.11a devices cannot work with existing 802.11b wireless access points. Note that if you plan on migrating to the newer 802.11g standard, your 802.11b cards can access the "g" network. This will not be the case for 802.11a radio cards.
- Users - 802.11a network can accommodate more users due to the increase in radio frequency channels and increased operating bandwidth.
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The main draw of migrating to an 802.11a network is no doubt increased bandwidth. With the near five-fold increase in data rate (54Mbps), applications like audio and video streaming and networking games would be possible (or at least more responsive).
However, the drawback in adopting 802.11a is compatibility. Businesses and institutions that have invested in 802.11b networks are reluctant to migrate to a faster, but incompatible 802.11a network. For these reasons, vendors are coming out with dual-band wireless points. These dual-band access points support both 802.11a and 802.11b devices. You can deploy both 802.11a and 802.11b devices all in the same environment. Best of all, since these two protocols are operating in different frequencies, interference is minimized.
The following table shows some of the 802.11a and 802.11b devices available in the market:
|Product Name
|D-Link DWL-650+AirPlus
PCMCIA Wireless Adapter
|802.11b, 22Mbps with AirPlus products
|D-Link DWL-6000AP AirPro
Multimode Wireless Access Point
|802.11a, 802.11b, 22Mbps with AirPlus products and 72Mbps with AirPro products
|D-Link DI-714P+ AirPlus
Wireless Router and Print Server
|802.11b, 22Mbps with AirPlus products
|D-Link DWL-AB520 AirPro
Wireless PCI Adapter
|802.11a, 802.11b
|Linksys BEFW11S4
Wireless Access Point with 4-port switch
|802.11b only
|Linksys WAP51AB
Dual Band Wireless Access Point
|802.11a, 802.11b, 72 Mbps with other Linksys 802.11a products
|Linksys WPC51AB
PCMCIA Wireless Adapter
|802.11a only
|Linksys WPC11
PCMCIA Wireless Adapter
|802.11b only
Testing the Products
I've managed to obtain evaluation units from two major vendors: Linksys and D-Link. For my test I'm primarily interested in comparing the data rates of the two 802.11 standards. I am also interested to know how compatible these devices are when I mix and match access points and adapters.
To test the raw speed of the devices, I setup a web server to serve a 624MB movie file. The wireless device will download the file and I want to see the effective download speed. I did not test the Internet access speed as too many factors can skew the results (such as network delays and server overloading). I placed the wireless client and the access point within the same room.
Presented below are the various configurations and their acquired data rates:
|Wireless Access Point(s)
|Wireless Clients
|Data Rate
Linksys BEFW11S4
Linksys WPC11
|This is a pure 802.11b network since both access point and client using 802.11b.
Linksys BEFW11S4
D-Link DWL-650+ AirPlus
|I am using a normal Linksys access point with the D-Link Airplus 802.11b card. The data rate is comparable to the previous one.
D-Link DI-714P+ AirPlus
D-Link DWL-650+ AirPlus
|I am using D-Link AirPlus products - access point and network card. The data rate is significantly higher since both are AirPlus products, which supports a faster data rate. Still, this is an 802.11b network.
Linksys BEFW11S4 connects to D-Link DWL-6000AP AirPro
D-Link DWL-650+ AirPlus
|I connect my Linksys wireless access point (with router) to the D-Link multimode access point, which supports 802.11a and 802.11b. However my network card is still 802.11b. The improved performance (over standard 802.11b) is due to the AirPlus feature.
Linksys BEFW11S4 connects to Linksys WAP51AB
D-Link DWL-AB520 AirPro
|1.11MB/s to 2.89 MB/s
|I connect my Linksys wireless access point (with router) to the Linksys WAP51AB, which supports both 802.11a and 802.11b. On the client side, I use the D-Link PCI wireless point, which also supports both 802.11a and 802.11b. I obtained a data rate ranging from 1.11MBps to 2.80MBps.
Figure 1. Stacking up the two Linksys wireless access points
Linksys BEFW11S4 connects to Linksys WAP51AB
Linksys WPC51AB
|1.11MB/s to 2.89 MB/s
|I connect my Linksys wireless access point (with router) to the Linksys WAP51AB, which supports both 802.11a and 802.11b. On the client side, I use the Linksys wireless card, which supports only 802.11a. I obtained a data rate ranging from 1.11MBps to 2.80MBps.
Let's take a look at the numbers. For an 802.11b network, I have consistently achieved a data rate of 528KBps. This translates to 528*8 (bits) Kbps=4224 Kbps=4.125Mbps. Compare this to the advertised rate of 11Mbps; you can see that the effective data rate is actually much lower.
Even for products that use proprietary techniques to boost speed (such as the D-Link's 802.11b AirPlus), the figures are just slightly better. 729KBps=5.7Mbps. And this is the effective data rate for AirPlus's 22Mbps products.
For 802.11a products, the data rate is significantly better. Translating from my test result, the effective data rate of 802.11a products ranges from 8.88Mbps (1.11*8) to 23.12Mbps (2.89*8).
The chart in Figure 2 summarizes the comparative performance of 802.11a and 802.11b devices.
|Figure 2. Comparing performances of 802.11
Is this the time for you to jump onto the 802.11a bandwagon? From the perspective of pure data rate, the answer is a definite yes. But if you have an existing wireless network utilizing 802.11b devices and access points, you have to consider the cost of upgrading all devices to 802.11a. However, an easy way out would be to consider a dual mode access point, which can support both 802.11a and 802.11b devices.
If time is on your side, I suggest you wait for the newer 802.11g standard to stabilize. 802.11g delivers the same performance as 802.11a but is compatible with 802.11b devices and thus preserves your investment on current technology. Vendors are already beginning to sell 802.11g devices based on the draft specification. I will talk more about 802.11g devices as they become more widely available in the market.
Wei-Meng Lee (Microsoft MVP) http://weimenglee.blogspot.com is a technologist and founder of Developer Learning Solutions http://www.developerlearningsolutions.com, a technology company specializing in hands-on training on the latest Microsoft technologies.
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2004-08-27 02:57:51 Sumix [View]
Autor writed: Let's take a look at the numbers. For an 802.11b network, I have consistently achieved a data rate of 528KBps. This translates to 528*8 (bits) Kbps=4224 Kbps=4.125Mbps. Compare this to the advertised rate of 11Mbps; you can see that the effective data rate is actually much lower.
It's not true. First wireless I tested was Z-Com XI-626 as software ap and next Z-Com as client. The highest data throughput was about 650KBps (=5,2 Mbps) and that's correct. The 802.11b specifies data througput 11Mbps, but HALF DUPLEX => the FULL DUPLEX will be 5,5Mbps (5,5Mbps in one way, 11Mbps in both ways - input/output). That's only for precision ;)
2003-08-30 09:56:48 anonymous2 [View]
I live in an old 1950 era house.How well will a wireless system work having to pass through old lath and plaster walls.The distance I need it to travel is about 25 ft.There is no direct line of sight between rooms.Thank you for the helpful information
2003-04-23 08:09:02 anonymous2 [View]
Have you tested any products from Colubris?
I hear they are very good but would like to know more before spending my cash
2003-06-26 21:44:34 anonymous2 [View]
I've tried our FirstSpot (from a company called Patronsoft) recently. It's cool. They are running on top of Windows 2000. I'm no Linux expert and our cafe can now offer WLAN hotspot easily.
2003-10-23 04:41:45 anonymous2 [View]
I heard that they even make it running on Window 2000 Professional and XP. Sounds good. Imagine, you don't have to tweak Linux or nocat, simply run your wi-fi hotspot or captive portal on top of Windows.
D-Link Support
2003-03-31 10:24:43 anonymous2 [View]
I purchased a D-Link DWL-650+AirPlus PCMCIA card. When I put it into the laptop computer, the computer hung upon starting up. When I removed it, the computer worked. D-Link technical support said the problem was an IRQ conflict, and they don't help with conflicts.
I returned the card.
D-Link Support
2003-04-29 13:41:02 anonymous2 [View]
This is a known problem with the D-Link DWL-650+AirPlus PCMCIA card.
To correct the problem you must do the following:
1) Click "Start"
2) Select "Control Panel"
3) Click "Administrative Tools" (classic mode view)
4) Choose "Services"
5) Look to bottom of list, locate "Wireless Zero Configuration"
6) Right click and select "Properties"
7) "Stop" service, change startup type to "Disabled"
Your card will now work properly.
I obviously spoke to someone else because they were quick to identify and fix the problem... you should try the D-Link support in Copenhagen, Denmark ;)
D-link 802.11a network
2003-03-25 20:08:48 anonymous2 [View]
I have recently added a D-link DWL5000AP access point and a DWL-A650 laptop card to my home network. I am impressed by the speed of the data flow, as long as you don't mind staying close to the access point. I'm talking a max of 25 feet to avoid disconnects and data dropouts from a broadband connection. Very disappointing. I am going to flash the bios to the latest level in hope it will improve the range. If not, I will transition to 802.11g very soon.
D-link 802.11a network
2003-09-08 04:14:18 anonymous2 [View]
I don't thing 11a is your problem, it's the hardware. I have a Netgear 11a/11b AP and stay connected to the 11a radio, thru my house and backyard.


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Elizabeth F.
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Well made, nice fluffy fabric! Big hit at my daughters bridal shower. Thank you!
Plush Robes...
Joleen K.
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Perfect for a couple. This is the second time I have ordered these for wedding presents and am proud to give them. It's hard to believe you can get such great personalized gifts with such quick delivery.
Very pleased with my order
Valencia S.
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I order this set on a wed for my sister n law bridal shower that was on the following Sunday, I chose one day shipment so that the package will arrive that friday, the delivery was very accurate and the quality of the product was awesome. I will recommend this gift to anyone for any occasion, the monogram was perfect and brought life to my sister face.
Awesome Gifts!!
Annette T.
(Huntington, NY) - June 20, 2013 (
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I purchased these as a bridal gift and they were a hit! Beautiful plush robes. Everyone was asking me where I got them so I told them!!
OMGeeee!!!! Absolute PERFECTION!!!!
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These robes are BETTER than I could EVER have hoped for!!!! I don't know how Personalization Mall can offer such HIGH QUALITY robes with impeccable embroidery at a price that you couldn't even get one robe like this for. I surprised my GROOM with this gift by getting it to the resort prior to our wedding with instructions for them to place them on the bed of our Honeymoon Suite with names displayed. My brand new husband was BLOWN AWAY...and actually thought the resort had created them for us as wedding gifts. We use them frequently. They are always hanging in the master bathroom as a fond reminder of our special day -and after over 3 years, they are still PLUSH, SOFT & PERFECT! -- The only thing I would do differently is that I would have put MY first name on my robe. I was so excited to be the "Mrs." that I used his first name on both robes. ** BONUS -- the resort saw us in our robes and was so impressed they were thinking of offering these robes to their guests!
Worth every Penny
(dallas, TX) - August 2, 2012
Received the bathrobe sets earlier than expected. Love the stitching work on the robes and they are indeed of high quality. My fiance and I had ordered a set from amazon and we weren't too thrilled with the quality, so we sent it back. This personalized set we love and look forward to taking them along with us on our honeymoon.
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Very happy with the robes. Only thing I wished was that the fonts for Mr/Mrs and the last name were the same. The robes, monogramming and delivery were top notch! A great wedding gift which went on the Hawaii Honeymoon:)
Our Anniversary...all comfy and cozy!
(McKinney, TX) - June 13, 2012
Purchased these robes for our Wedding Anniversary...When I received them I was very impressed with the quality. They are spa quality and so comfortable. Took them with me on our little getaway..It was a surprise gift for my husband. He really liked it...the Mr & Mrs..made it more personal....can't get him out of his :). Really happy with this purchase ,l highly recommend to others. I will be purchasing more items @ Personilaization mall in the near future.
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Don't hesitate to make this purchase! The quality of these robes is outstanding!
I am a first time buyer from this site and was so very pleased with the service I received from beginning to end. I'm sure the bride & groom receiving this gift will be wearing them for a very long time!
Very Happy
Patricia L.
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I was plesantly surprised with the quality. Very happy with both the thickness of the fabric and the length of the robes.
Super fast shipping and great soft item!
Beatrice L.
(Hartford , CT) - October 8, 2010 (
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I am very impressed at how quickly the order was finished and shipped! The cotton very soft. I have not worn it yet, as I'm saving it for my honeymoon.
I am very please at the turnover time and quality!
Excellent quality!
Beth M.
(Alpharetta, GA) - June 1, 2010 (
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I am so excited about giving these robes as a shower gift to my daughter & her fiance. The quality is superb, with the weight feeling very substantial. The terry is cuddly & soft. They arrived within only a few days. Well worth the money! I would definitely recommend these!
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Joleen K.
(Elkhart, IN) - April 20, 2010 (
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As usual for this website, quality is excellent. The robes are very plush, just like the ones at spas...the label inside says they were designed by a spa especially for Personalization Mall. Pleased by the longer length of the robes. I also ordered special mugs for the new bride and groom from this website. They are red, black and white to match the robes. What a special way to relax in comfort and drink their coffee. I always check this website when shopping for gifts and have referred may people to it.
Really Nice Robes
Doug V.
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Bought these for my 2nd anniversary and my wife loved them. Great gift for any one.
Great gift and great quality
Nicole M C.
(New York, NY) - July 15, 2010 (
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I purchased these robes as a shower gift and the bride-to- be LOVED them. They came so quickly--customer service was fantastic. The customer service agent told me that she and her husband owned these robes and that they love them! I was very pleased with the quality. The robes were like spa robes--soft and luxurious and the bride-to-be was so happy that she put it on immediatlely at the shower! I highly recommend these as a gift or for yourself. You will not be disappointed.
Great Anniversary Gift!
Wren S.
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Bought these robes for my parent's 60th Anniversary. They are living in an assisted living facility and even though the personalizations are cute - they also ensure that their robes come back to them from the laundry! My mother was happy to have such a thick robe to wear when they get caught off guard with unannounced fire drills and she has to slip on something quick and warm to go outside. These robes are a great gift for those who don't live at home but you still want to get them something personal that they can use. Thanks for saving the day Personalization Mall.com!
Beautful Robes
Jessica F.
(Bethel, CT) - July 22, 2010 (
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I was not expecting the robes to be of such high quality. What a great deal for such beautiful robes. The bride and groom are going to love these! A++++++
Richard T.
(Fairfield, CT) - July 2, 2010 (
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My wife ordered these robes for an anniversary gift, and she just loved the way they turned out. Quality and speed of delivery were tremendous. We have ordered many items from your company and were never disappointed.
Perfect Honeymoon Gift
Jean D.
(Kennewick , WA) - August 5, 2010 (
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I just received the robes for my grandson and his wife-to-be and could not be happier. They are very thick and luxurious...perfect for their upcoming honeymoon. And how cute...Mr. and Mrs. for the first time. They should wear these for a long time and always remember their "favorite" grandparents gave them to them!!
Fantastic gifts
Hope S.
(Fairfield, CA) - April 1, 2010 (
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The robes are plush, and soft, and exactly what I wanted. I gave them as gifts to our very valued military retired veterans...and they were well received! Easy ordering, fast shipping, and great communication from the folks at Personalization mall.com
So soft!
Alicia G.
(Gardena, CA) - December 27, 2010 (
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Very soft and well made. Just wished they came in specific sizes.
Mixed review
Deborah G H.
(Carlsbad, CA) - May 23, 2011 (
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The quality of the robes is great. Very soft and thick. My only concern was with the embroidery. The "r" in Mr.. And Mrs. does not look like an "r". Maybe an "h" or a "k", but it's definitely not the same font as the one in the pic on the website and really looks a little odd. Also, when the robe is on, the writing slants seriously downward. On the plus side, they are good quality and they arrived very quickly. Once you get past the odd letter, they are very nice.
Not one size fits all
Brittany W.
(Sherman Oaks, CA) - October 4, 2010 (
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I think this is a cute idea and the bride and groom i purchased these for love them but personally I wish you could pick a size for each robe. The womens robe is HUGE! I'm small so I knew it was going to be big on me, but this robe was large no matter who was around me and put it on.... Everything else about these is great! Great quality and fast service!
Nice Robes but not what I ordered
Bill D.
(San Ramon, CA) - April 13, 2010 (
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We received the robes in just 3 business days (which was great) but one of the robes was from someone elses order. I have to have the correct order in the next 3 days. I'll come back and let you know if they come through or not.
Great Gift
Jacqueline C.
(Litchfield Park, AZ) - April 26, 2010 (
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I didn't get to feel the robes because I gave them as a gift. The recipient stated the robes were great and of good quality. She loved them! I loved the quickness of the service and the price!
You get your money's worth
(Los Angeles, CA) - December 30, 2011
The robe is heavy duty, good quality. My major issue with it is that it only comes in one size: huge. I'm a 5'10" woman and I swim in it; my husband is 6'1", 200 lbs and he still has room. They really should offer a woman's version of it. Also, I'm not crazy about the font and color -- would be nice if there were more options to choose from. But all in all, it was an affordable and fun gift, and you get your money's worth.
Very nice.
(New Castle, DE) - May 4, 2014
Very nice.
Andrea R.
(Lawrenceville, GA) - January 7, 2010 (
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Totally Awsome!!! These robes were exactly what my husband and I were looking for and having the monogram on each one of them really set it off. They are really nice and the cotton is very PLUSH. They would make wonderful gifts for any couple.
Quality Plush Robes
Melissa D.
(New York, NY) - February 24, 2013 (
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One size fits all is quite large however the robes are great quality and the personalization is a very nice touch.
spa robes
Lawrence and Suzanne N.
(FAIRLESS HILLS, PA) - April 30, 2012 (
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This product was purchased as part of a wedding gift for my nephew. The quality of the robes are decent but it couldve been better if the "Spa" description meant more of a luxury fabric-perhaps a microfiber instead of terry cloth. The embroidery however, could be a little more special if you could choose the font and the colors. Its a little funky to have them printed in mismatched styles. A true personalization wouldve allowed for some changes for a personal touch. Overall, I think they will like this but I wouldnt order it again....glad it was on sale. Quickly sent, correctly spelled, good idea for a unique gift.
Quality and design
Patricia D.
(Marlton, NJ) - September 25, 2012 (
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I ordered the robes as a wedding shower gift for my future daughter in law. She loved them. Everyone at the shower thought it was a great gift for both the bride and groom to share for years to come. The quality was very nice, thick, soft and the robes were a good size. The embroidered names were done very tastfully and I'm sure they will enjoy the robes for years to come.
Perfect Gift For The Couple That Has Everything..
Carrie P.
(Glendale, AZ) - November 26, 2011 (
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I purchased this robe set as a wedding gift. My friend and her husband are hard to shop for as they already have everything! I am putting together a basket and the robes will be a great touch to the gift, along with wine and chocolates! I received the robes yesterday and they are of high quality. I highly recommend this as a gift or to treat yourself!
So Comfy and Perfect
(white plains , NY) - April 17, 2012
My fiancee has been wanting a personalized robe for a while now and all the ones I had seen were ridiculously priced and of really cheap material. He is hard to please too so I was worried but he absolutley LOVED these robes. They are great quality and adorable. We can't wait to order more as gifts for people.
(Coatesville, PA) - November 23, 2011
The robes are wonderful. A majestic way to feel casual. My wife and I would remember this anniversary for long ! Thanks very much.
Exceeds Expectations
(Alexandria, VA) - October 8, 2011
Exceptionally fine quality robes and unbelievably fast personalization at such a reasonable price. Thank you.
great robes!!
Patrick S.
(Greendale, WI) - October 24, 2011 (
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These robes are fantastic! The embroidery is well done, no loose threads at all. The robes are so soft and comfortable. I purchased these for my wife for our wedding night/honeymoon and she loved them!!
Mr. & Mrs. Robe Set
Trish P.
(Loyal, WI) - September 16, 2012 (
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I am a skeptic on quality when buying items online. But, I am completely satisfied with the Mr. & Mrs. Robe set. Great quality, the embroidery looks nice and they arrived quickly. I can not wait to give these as a gift! Please do not hestiate when considering this product for purchase!
Great Robes
virginia V.
(commack, NY) - July 27, 2013 (
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Very pleased with the quality of them and the embroidery was perfect!
Great gift!
(Greenwich, CT) - December 16, 2013
The robes are good quality, the personalization clean looking and the turnaround time to get the robes was quick. When we gave them to our nephew and his wife, they were thrilled and immediately put them on. The robes are roomy but the one-size for a man and a woman worked well. My nephew is 6'3" and his wife 5'2" - good fit. Not just for newlyweds but for anyone who is happy to be married!
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I had two bridal showers I needed gifts for. One, I was given the time 6AM and I had to bring a gift for the couple that they would use at that hour. The monogrammed robes was the perfect gift. I was very impressed with the quality of the robes. I was also very pleased with how quickly they were delivered. I have now ordered the robes twice, and I have one more shower this summer that I am thinking I will order them again.
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Lt. Rick Morrison says, aside from continuous enforcement, police are looking at two strategies to help engage the community more, in order to continue seeing results.
"One of the barriers we're up against right now is to have community engagement," Morrison said. "I believe there's power in the strength of numbers."
Morrison says one focus will be on revitalization options to help with those improvements, and he is also working with faith-based groups in the area to help pitch in.
"We already have churches interested in helping us," Morrison said. "We know as an agency alone we can't solve all of the problems. We know it will take partnerships and community engagement."
Morrison said they are looking at various ways these faith-based groups could get involved and help with the initiative.
"When you have a force that wants to do good, nothing can stand against you," Morrison said.
The Roanoke Police Department reports violent crime is down 71 percent in the DMI area.
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The original point of the sequester was that it would be terrible and "inflexible," which would force Congress to choose a less terrible path, but obviously trusting Congress to not pick the most terrible of all available options was something of a gamble. So yes, sure, "flexibility," but also maybe just "let's not do this." Unfortunately, "let's just not do this" never comes up as an option on any of the shows, which all presented the argument as, on one side, "flexibility," and on the other side, "a balanced approach," which means a shitload of unnecessary cuts plus a bit more tax revenue, which sound nice but is still pointless contractionary policy.Alex Pareene watched the sunday morning shows so you don't have to.


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