Is This Normal? See Pic

[michael1969]

This is where my temp is after replacing all the cooling system pars (except the water pump). Does this seem right?

Also (this is embarrasing).... I cant open the hood now. I put everything back the way it was and didnt detach the cables from the radiator support or latch but for some reason it wont open! The latch on the inside is loos also. I can get the plastic tab to come through the grill to pull on but it isnt helping. Any advice you guys might have would be welcome!!!