It came out looking really nice, and apparently it was a big hit with your grand niece! Brisket is tough to get right, I have pellet smoker that does auto adjust temps which is really nice. I just really don't use it much these days. I've been eating a lot more fish and a lot less red meat this past couple of years, which is healthier but I do miss smoking up some brisket or good pork ribs.

I hope you're feeling a lot better and getting back to the point you can eat again. It's miserable feeling nauseated and vomiting, especially on the holidays. You miss out on all of the great food! But New Years is coming and hopefully you'll be up to eating something good by then!

I actually found a bottle of Eagle Rare at a supermarket near here for under $50. Talk about a steal! I broke that open for Christmas and boy it was good. I'll have to have some more for New Years!