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    So my kids had early dismissal from school today and I was planning to smoke some baby back ribs. My 13yr old daughter got home before I started and I asked if she wanted to take charge. She said yes, here is the evidence.





    Smoked with Rockwood lump and some cherry wood. Rub was Rudy's Rub with some added Sugar in the Raw. I gave her pointers, pulled the membrane and lit the egg, but she did the rest, including watching temps tweaking as needed.

    I'm a proud papa. :smiley: 
    They/Them
    Morgantown, PA

    XL BGE - S BGE - KJ Jr - HB Legacy - BS Pizza Oven - 30" Firepit - King Kooker Fryer -  PR72T - WSJ - BS 17" Griddle - XXL BGE  - BS SS36" Griddle - 2 Burner Gasser - Pellet Smoker
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      So fun when they get involved. Some of my favorite cooks are when the kids jump in. 
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      Great opportunity.  Life is full of "windows of opportunity".  And for the most part the opening doesn't last very long-most eggcellent bonding event.  Enjoy the end results.
      Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win.  Life is too short for light/lite beer!  Seems I'm livin in a transitional period.
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      That's cool. A big confidence booster for sure. Looks good. 

      2-XLs ,MM,blackstone,Ooni koda 16,R&V works 8.5 gallon fryer,express smoker and 40" smoking cajun 

      scott 
      Greenville Tx
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      Good times right there. Congrats on a day well spent
      Columbus, Ohio--A Gasser filled with Matchlight and an Ugly Drum.
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      @DMW thats one of the best posts Ive seen... really invaluable to pass those skills on to your kids! 
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      she did a great job, nice to see you bonding over cooking.   It's amazing how many memories are made in the kitchen or around the egg.  
      XL BGE, KJ classic, Joe Jr, UDS x2 


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      edited September 2015
      Both of my kids (young adults out of the house) love to cook. It's a great skill for them to learn. You should be proud. Just when you think they aren't paying attention, they will pleasantly sugprise. Cherish the time.
      Ellijay GA with a Medium & MiniMax

      Well, I married me a wife, she's been trouble all my life,
      Run me out in the cold rain and snow
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      Very cool!! 

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      analyze adapt overcome

      2008 -Large BGE. 2013- Small BGE and 2015 - Mini. Henderson, Ky.
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      @DMW   That's great!  Love it.

      I've got a 13yo girl myself, and two days ago my mouth dropped open listening to her explain to someone the difference between reverse flow vs. direct flow.  

      I guess sometimes they do listen.
      Phoenix 
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      Very cool! 

      NW IA

      2 LBGE, 1 SBGE, 22.5 WSM, 1 Smokey Joe and Black Stone

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      Yes yes yes!!!   That is what it's all about!!!!
      Charlotte, NC - Large BGE 2014, Maverick ET 733, Thermopen, Nest, Platesetter, Woo2 and Extender w/Grid, Kick Ash Basket, Pizza Stone, SS Smokeware Cap, Blackstone 36"
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      Absolutely beautiful... Your daughter,  the ribs,  and the fun of cooking with her. 

      #1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February  2013 • #3 Mini May 2013
      A happy BGE family in Houston, TX.
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      Very cool. Now you need to get her a hip BBQ apron.lol
      Thank you,
      Darian

      Galveston Texas
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      blasting said:
      @DMW   That's great!  Love it.

      I've got a 13yo girl myself, and two days ago my mouth dropped open listening to her explain to someone the difference between reverse flow vs. direct flow. 

      I remember when my son was in 7th /8th grade, he was the only one in his class who knew what a collander was. Teach them well.

      Ellijay GA with a Medium & MiniMax

      Well, I married me a wife, she's been trouble all my life,
      Run me out in the cold rain and snow
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      Brother D, I'm honored to give that young lady the SGH double seal of approval. You are raising her right my friend. Tell her it looks outstanding and great job. 

      Location- Just "this side" of Biloxi, Ms.

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      edited September 2015
      Very cool DMW.  She looks like a natural.  My oldest is 15 and she pretty much just wants to help with the eating part.  

      Which came first the chicken or the egg?  I egged the chicken and then I ate his leg. 

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      edited September 2015
      And that's how it's done. :plus_one: 
      That's wonderful Dwayne!  Her future man (wayyyyy out in the future :wink: ) had better know how to Q 
      LBGE 2013 & MM 2014
      Die Hard HUSKER & BRONCO FAN
      Flying Low & Slow in "Da Burg" FL
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      That's the good stuff in life. Enjoy every minute of it. 
      Coleman, Texas
      Large BGE & Mini Max for the wok. A few old camp Dutch ovens and a wood fired oven. LSG 24” cabinet offset smoker. There are a few paella pans and a Patagonia cross in the barn. A curing chamber for bacterial transformation of meats...
      "Bourbon slushies. Sure you can cook on the BGE without them, but why would you?"
                                                                                                                            YukonRon
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      Great for you and us, thanks for the share!
      Sandy Springs & Dawsonville Ga
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      Very nice, DMW.  You definitely should be feeling like a proud papa.
      LG BGE, KJ Jr, Smokin Bros. Premier 36 and Pizza Party Bollore



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      As the parent of a 13, 11, and 7 year old I will tip my cap to you sir. Great job, those rare moments when my teenager opens up are just magical. Thanks for posting. Cheers
      XL BGE, Blackstone, Roccbox, Weber Gasser, Brown Water, Cigars --  Gallatin, TN

      2001 Mastercraft Maristar 230 VRS

      Ikon pass 

      Colorado in the winter and the Lake in the Summer
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      I get the same kick when my daughters show up and help me grill. You're a good dad!
      LBGE, AR.  Lives in N.E. ATL
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      Nice to know the kids can do the cooks if you get held up somewhere.

      Was the early dismissal Philly Pope visit related, even way out here in Morgantown?
      Large BGE, Mini BGE
      Morgantown, PA
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      Beautiful cook! #supercooldad
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      Thanks everyone, I'm glad she shows an interest.

      @ads75 - No, I don't think it's related. They seem to have an early dismissal about one Friday each month.
      They/Them
      Morgantown, PA

      XL BGE - S BGE - KJ Jr - HB Legacy - BS Pizza Oven - 30" Firepit - King Kooker Fryer -  PR72T - WSJ - BS 17" Griddle - XXL BGE  - BS SS36" Griddle - 2 Burner Gasser - Pellet Smoker
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      @DMW Mr. D looks like you may need to eggspand on your BGE's. I think she may need her own!!

      Ribs look great.

      Large BGE, MiniMAX BGE, 2 Mini BGE's, R&V Fryer, 36" Blackstone Griddle, Camp Chef Dual Burner 40K BTU Stove
      BGE Chiminea
      Prosper, TX
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      @DMW - Very cool....She even got a nice smoke ring. She looks like a nice young lady....congrats! 
      Atlanta, GA - Large BGE x 2

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      So your daughter is following in your egging footsteps.  Seriously, that's cool. You are skipping the drinking part of the training though ... yes?

      Washington, IL  >  Queen Creek, AZ ... Two large eggs and an adopted Mini Max

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      That is awesome.  Funny how some parents think its the thing you purchase for you children that make them happy.  Really its is the giving of your time that does...

      Great looking results.
      Corpus Christi, Texas.  LBGE x 2, Weber Smoky Joe, and Aussie Walk-About
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      @Jeepster47 - yep, the drinking lessons will need to wait at least a few more years. :wink: 
      They/Them
      Morgantown, PA

      XL BGE - S BGE - KJ Jr - HB Legacy - BS Pizza Oven - 30" Firepit - King Kooker Fryer -  PR72T - WSJ - BS 17" Griddle - XXL BGE  - BS SS36" Griddle - 2 Burner Gasser - Pellet Smoker
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