> I have to believe there's a better way. At this point, I'm prepared to
> go find an old percolator. Maybe a visit to our local flea market will
> solve my problem.
>
I live in Southern California- earthquakes, fires, locusts...

We have an old Revere percolator....stovetop I have used it the last
three days and don't think I will go back anything electric. Our Mr.
Coffee broke after more than 10 years of just about daily use last
week. (fires were 30 feet behind ourproperty, no electricity for 3
days in October)

The percolator just gives off this wonderful aroma, takes a bit longer
to brew, but the whole house smells of coffee. With the hermetically
sealed machine I would have to walk up and touch it to see if it was
fresh and hot or cold that needed re-heating.

There is a 10 cup Revere one on Amazon.com for about $15. You get
free shipping with $25 in purchases.

You need a coarser grind. If the gevalia is powdery it won't work in
the basket. Failry large holes.

Cindy