Eldredge Family: August 2008

Monday, August 18, 2008

First Day of Kindergarten!

It is funny how you wait for something to come and then when it comes, you don't feel ready. That is how I felt today. Bryce was so excited for his first day of kindergarten. He was up and dressed in his new outfit at 7am. He is a late bird, so it was a long wait till 11:10 when Kindergarten finally started. I on the other hand, when it came right down to it, hesitated when it was time to load up the car. I am really proud of him and think he will have a really great year.

End of Summer Fun

We made it through our hectic summer. I think we are all glad it is finally coming to an end. I am excited for a schedule again! (Sounds crazy, but I really function better with a planned out day). A couple of pictures I wanted to share.

Bryce made his own transformer costume!

Favorite Recipe

Toffee

2 1/2 c. caster sugar
1/4 c. white corn syrup
1/2 c. water
1 lb butter
3 large milk chocolate bars (I use choc bars from trader joes)
2 lb pecan halves (trader joes or costco is cheapest)
1/2 lb finely chopped nuts to sprinkle over chocolate

Combine first 4 ingredients in heavy kettle and cook slowly to hard crack stirring occasionally. Melt 1/2 of choc in double boiler. (I do it in the microwave 30 sec at a time). Prepare 2 cookie sheets by laying the pecan halves all over, but not touching. Pour candy quickly over nuts and pour the melted half of the choc over hot candy. Springke with half of the finely chopped nuts and press in lightly with fingers. Let sit over night or until harden. Turn over and repeat with choc and chopped nuts.