When More Is Less and Less Looks Stupid

It's Use Less Stuff Day, bakers - not to be confused with USELESS stuff, since we all know cat toothbrushes are never happening anything.

So let's talk about this:

THIS IS TOO MUCH STUFF.

(Side Note: Who brings a Batman plate to a Star Trek Beach party? I mean, REALLY. Let's stay on theme here, people!)

And furthermore:

THIS IS ALSO TOO MUCH STUFF.

Bakers, imagine - if you will - a world. A world where you use LESS stuff.

I SAID, "IMAGINE IT!"

That's better.

Hang on, we seem to have overshot in the opposite direction.

Tell you what, bakers, try this: how about a single, tasteful accent?

::long, drawn-out, exasperated sigh::

(It's a strawberry. Beyond that, I have no answers.)

Right. New plan: let's work to your strengths!

Presenting...

RANDOM FLOTSAM CUPCAKES

Super Bieber Rangers, GO!

Thanks to Tony S., Kari N., Christen F., Scott J., Marc B., Lisa F., & Claire O. for making the Batman 'Trek Beach crossover look like... well, a day at the beach.

(P.S. I'd like to point out that the "one month old" cake is the oldest pic I have left that I haven't posted yet... but that would be a lie. And see, John? I DID USE IT EVENTUALLY. )

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P.S. Speaking of things that make your head hurt, a friend recently got me this gel cap for my migraines, and sweet icy Stay Puft, y'all, it's amazing:

Migraine Hot/Cold Gel Cap

I have a huge head and a lot of hair, so it's pretty snug on me, but the extra pressure with the cold is heavenly during a migraine. I used to hold a cold pack and keep shifting it around from side to side, but this wraps my entire skull in a cooling hug. Ahhhh so good.

I keep the gel cap sealed in the fridge all the time now, so I can grab it as soon as a headache starts up. The cold only lasts 15-20 minutes, but it's 1000% worth it in my book, highly recommend.

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And from my other blog, Epbot:

And F For Phonics

Reagan ordered a cake that said, "Look Who's Six!"

Instead she got a real hoot:

Owl really?

Bethany wanted to keep it simple, so she asked for a cake with just "Happy Birthday" on it - no name, no number.

...and she still got a big no-no:

Bonus: I just realized they spelled it "Brithday."

And finally, Esther's office cake was supposed to say, "Great Sales Effort This Month!"

...so I guess they get an A for Effort.

Thanks to Reagan S., Bethany B., & Esther G. for the concerted affert.

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P.S. Listen, I know - I KNOW - it's too early to be posting Christmas stuff... but hear me out:

Tree Rex T-Shirt

This is my all-time favorite Christmas tee, and heck yes I'm already wearing it. The graphic is bright and cheery, it's super soft, and only $14! Plus it comes in more colors and cuts for Men and Kids at the link.

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And from my other blog, Epbot: