Chili Cook Off 2008- 2nd Place Overall

So, I post a baby in a chili pepper costume for 2 reasons. One, it is hilarious. I mean, when I have a kid someday, this will be the little guy's or girl's first costume. A chili pepper. You really can't beat that. Secondly, it is to represent my 2nd place finish in the St. Peter's Chili Cook Off. I made a vegetarian chili, one I've made before and it is quite delicious. Garbanzo beans are the unusual ingredients, to go along with kidney and black beans, green chiles, green peppers, celery, etc. I was proud of my entry as there were 11 participants. I only lost to a meat based chili, made by a much more experienced cook than I. My parents don't like chili, so they didn't taste it, but I did see one young gent go up for thirds. Smart young fella.

In other news, I am back in PA. I am getting readjusted. It's been tougher than I would have thought. Rekindling friendships, adjusting to the speed of life, more smokers, more tempting food. Wawa is certainly one thing I am grateful to have back. What a great place it is. I do miss Kajal immensely though.

My Dad and I are looking for new cars for him. We like the Camry and the Passat.