Making Caramels - the story

After 1 hour and 19 minutes of stirring (shew!!!) I finally hit the 245 degree temp - woo hoo!!! Poured and setting now.

Notes to self for making caramels next year:
1) DO NOT double the recipe
2) Caramel mix rises
3) Use a big enough pot at the start
4) Have the next two pot sizes ready just in case I overlook #1
5) Having to pour into a larger pot while heating adds more time
6) Having to pour into an even larger pot (yes again) adds much more time
7) Have a bar stool to sit on
8) Workout my arms at Golds Gym for one month prior
9) Don't wear a sweatshirt
10) Have cell phone handy to call my mom (to give her a good laugh at my expense)
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