Thanksgiving 2009

Thanksgiving 2009
Originally uploaded by burke_wicker

Finally got around to getting T-Day pics up. The set is here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/the_pdub/sets/72157622845908320/


Oh and here is the menu.

Starters:

Rogue River Blue, Beecher’s Cheddar, Washington Havarti and Wisonsin Portobello Jack Cheeses

Assorted Home-Baked Crackers and Scones

Salad:

Pumpkin, Pear and Pomegranate Salad with Pecan Vinaigrette

Squash Muffins

Entrée:

Cider-Brined and Herb Dijon Roasted Turkey

Caramelized Onion Gravy

Pomegranate Sauce

Caramelized Onion and Cornbread Stuffing

Side Dishes:

Mashed Red Potatoes with Sage and Tillamook Vintage White Cheddar

Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cranberries

Roasted Parsnips and Carrots

Desserts:

Pear and Cranberry Cake with Cinnamon Glaze

Apple Pie with Tillamook Vintage White Cheddar Crust

Been canning and baking up a storm lately

Apple pie with a white cheddar crust

So, here I am baking. It's about 10 minutes so grab some chips and a beverage and enjoy.
~Brandon

Update: Having sound issues, not sure what the deal is. Will work on it and re-upload.
Late update: fixed sync issue

Finn got all Pete Townsend on this guitar

Finn got all Pete Townsend on this guitar
Originally uploaded by burke_wicker

I've glued the nut back on. Tomorrow I will try to get the neck back where it belongs.
~B

The Boys at Halloween

The Boys at Halloween
Originally uploaded by burke_wicker

So, Halloween was pretty fun. We went to the Kennedy School with the Browns and had pizza at Hot Lips. Then it was time for Preston's first real trick or treating experience. He and Finn did great, though occasionally Preston got so excited about candy he would just try to walk into people's houses without saying "trick or treat" or even waiting for them to offer candy. He got back in the proper groove by the end of the night. Also, Preston did have to occasionally pay tribute to Kitty Finney to keep him calm.

So here they are Kitty Finney and Preston as the Tom Baker version of Doctor Who. So adorable.


~Brandon