The Irish Bakery Rovers

The week after Christmas is traditionally the slowest week of the year for Cake Wrecks. Apparently, people are "spending time with family" or whatever. So today, I thought I'd do something different.

Because Jen's asleep and I can do what I want because she's not the boss of me!*

(*Okay, technically, she is my boss. Love you, sweetie!)

...So, um, enjoy!

OHHHH!

There were green alligators...

...and long-necked geese,

some pimply-backed horses...

...and some chimpanzees.

Some cats,

and rats,

and elephants...

...but sure as you're born,

"Hey!"

the creepiest of all was the unicorn!

O.o

Thanks to Leslie J., Terri C., Luci, Samantha P., Sara A., Rysha M., Kathie N., Jenn M., and Chris B., who have probably all heard this song even though Jen hadn't because apparently, she didn't listen to 70's Irish folk music as a child. Weirdo.

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P.S. In the spirit of continued learning and broadening our horizons, I found you some take-home reading:

What If? Serious Scientific Answers To Absurd Hypothetical Questions

(Just a reminder that everything you purchase through my daily Amazon links - even if it's not that item! - helps support me and John, so thank you! You can also see a list of some of my favorite linked items here.)

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And from my other blog, Epbot:

It's A Sweet Day For A Winter Wedding

Hey, if you can't beat the cold, celebrate it!
(Says the girl in Florida. :D)

Besides, sparkly ice and swirling snowflakes are PERFECT for a fairy tale wedding:

(By The Caketress)

See?

The frosted branches and glittery "snow" on each tier is so pretty and delicate!

This one has the tiniest touches of gold to warm up the gray:

(By Immaculate Confections)

And that shadowbox effect with the trees? GENIUS.

Here's another woodsy design:

(By Ambrosia Cake Creations)

I like all the white-on-white texture, and the thistle-like greenery is perfect with the mountainscapes.

But if you prefer something with a lot more glitz to it:

(By Delicut Cakes)

Sha-pow! GLITZ.
The flowers were inspired by British bluebells, and I'm so impressed by the filigree trim and tightly packed ruffles!

Now for something completely different:

(By Torta Couture)

Chocolate!! Such a dramatic backdrop for those metallic snowflakes. And I think gold, copper, and chocolate is one of my new favorite color combos.

More impressive snowflakes, this time cascading down the side of the cake:

(By Taarten Deco)

And this icy beauty has the hint of an onion-domed castle on top:

(By Nadia & Co.)

Plus check out the hand painted vignette! Mmmm. So dreamy.

More hand painting on one of today's most beautifully minimalistic designs:

(By Sweet Little Treat)

I am all about that blue-gray wood grain. Gah, so gorgeous!

You wouldn't usually think of gold and bronze for a winter cake, but wow:

(By Sugar Cane)

I like!

And finally, a glittering ice tower fit for Queen Elsa herself:

(By Design Cakes)

OooooOOOooooo. Perfection.

Hope you guys enjoyed! Happy Sunday, and stay warm out there!

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P.S. If you're like Past Me and still struggling with a microwave hot pack, let me introduce you to the best thing for tummy cramps and achey shoulders:

Neck Wrap Heating Pad

I bought one of these last Fall to help with my arm numbness (caused by tight neck muscles), but since then I've discovered it's also fab for wrapping around my midsection when I have gut pain. The side flaps make it kind of C shaped, so it stays in place when I'm sitting or laying down, and I like that it ONLY heats my abdomen, not my thighs or chest. Plus it plugs in, and there are 3 levels of heat! I use it every few nights on my shoulders, but it's days like today - when I napped with it wrapped around my abdomen - that I remember just how fantastic it is. Ahhhh. Good stuff.

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And from my other blog, Epbot: