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Tuesday, April 14, 2009
What About Spongebob?
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
So anyway, let me apologize in advance for the lack of Spongebobian references. I like to think that most of you wouldn't get them anyway.
Spongebob is essentially a big rectangle, right? So naturally, if you want to recreate him in cake you should always go with a bunch of round cupcakes:
Like so.
It does kind of look like we're peeking into Spo's (Can I call him Spo? Anyone care? No? Good.) casket, though, doesn't it? Plus some prankster has ripped his nose off and turned his tie upside down. [tsking] So disrespectful.
Speaking of which...
I know you can still see part of Spo's eye here, but don't worry: The baker will cover that up when s/he writes a misspelled, abbreviated version of your name there.
This next one is like the Fiji Mermaid of Cupcake Cakes (patooey!*):
Only instead of half mammal, half fish, it's half Spongebob, half...pedestal? Robot? TV on wheels? I dunno - what the heck is that thing? You tell me. Best answer may or may not get posted here, so gimme your best shot, punks.
Oh, and we're just getting started with the Spongebob Wreckage, so prepare to have gads more sprung at you sometime later this week.**
*I think we should all spit every time the horrific term "cupcake cake" [patooey!] or its abbreviation "CCC" [patooey!] is mentioned. Y'all down with that? Just watch your aim: people and keyboards don't much appreciate being spat upon.
**I just used "gads" and "sprung" in the same sentence. Dude, someone get me a sweater; I am sooo cool.
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wait until you see the Burger King ad with squarepants for their kids meal. If I were Spongebob, I would go back to the sea and neve surface again.
- April 14, 2009 at 9:31 AM
- very married said...
maybe they should call him sponge bob ROUND pants. *ba dum ching!*
- April 14, 2009 at 9:37 AM
The last cake reminds me of a virus. They look a tad like this http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Phage.png
- April 14, 2009 at 9:38 AM
- Kashmir said...
Poor Spongebob.
I honestly thought I was having acid flashbacks when I saw the BK ad. For those of you without tv, stuff a shoebox down the back of your spandex and look in the mirror. Same effect. - April 14, 2009 at 9:40 AM
- Meanest Mommy said...
>>never watched Spongebob
>>SquarePants. Well, unless you
>>count those times at CiCi's
This cracked me up. We don't let our kids watch Spongebob, but every single time we go to Cici's, it is on their TV. What is up with that? Last time we went, hubby and I had to make our kids sit on the other side of the table so they couldn't see the TV. - April 14, 2009 at 9:41 AM
Some characters are best left in cartoons, although Spongebob would look good made out of swiss cheese. Or a square cake.
- April 14, 2009 at 9:42 AM
- Kati said...
I think that maybe it's supposed to be half Spongebob and half Homestar Runner. No arms, funny legs, that may be a star on his chest.
- April 14, 2009 at 9:42 AM
- Bill's Bayou said...
The key to creating Wreck Artistry is to DRAW FROM MEMORY, NEVER USE REFERENCE MATERIAL. A work-of-art can only be a work-o-fart when it comes from the heart.
- April 14, 2009 at 9:44 AM
- mandacorry said...
The only thing worse than a CCC is an ICC (ice cream cake). Nothing like a ton of piping gel on top of "ice cream". Also, what is that oily cookie business they put in the middle? ...shudder...
- April 14, 2009 at 9:49 AM
i think you're missing out by not watching SpongeBob (on Nickelodeon, not cartoon network). it's really quite amusing. my dad even liked it back in the day.
- April 14, 2009 at 9:50 AM
The middle one would almost be good, too, if they didn't write across his face. As far as CCC's (patooey) go, the edges are pretty squared off.
Except for the spindly little arms and legs.
And the horrifically swollen feet.
...but the edges are pretty nice. - April 14, 2009 at 9:51 AM
- -- chase said...
CCC ptooey reminds me of the tobacco-chewing cupcake from Cabin Boy. Anybody else? Eh, probably not.
- April 14, 2009 at 9:52 AM
- Amy said...
Actually, Spongebob is on Nickelodeon - not Cartoon Network...
- April 14, 2009 at 9:53 AM
- Sara said...
SERIOUSLY... how HARD could it be to make a Spongebob cake??
- April 14, 2009 at 9:56 AM
The last one looks more like a pocket full of sunshine, not Sponge Bob
- April 14, 2009 at 10:04 AM
- Alison said...
On that "mermaid" confection: how about half fluffy cotton cyclopic cyborg?
(Is "cyclopic" a word? Should it be "cyclopian," maybe?) - April 14, 2009 at 10:09 AM
My 9-yr old daughter's comment about the last one: "They failed to capture SpongeBob in that." :)
- April 14, 2009 at 10:09 AM
- Unknown said...
For the first one, R.I.P., Spongebob... As for all, they are just horrifying- It's beyond me how anyone would make something like that and put it on display! Poor widdle Spongebob... I HAVE to Google Patrick cakes, there has to be some wrecky Patrick cakes out there...
- April 14, 2009 at 10:17 AM
Yes, Spongebob's figure is generally rectangle, but the edges are all ripply. I am in no way justifying the existence of CCCs *patooey* however I'm just sayin' that if one must create a CCC for some evil reason, it does kind of fit in with the ripple edges of SB.
Here's a coincidence - my word verification is "doodly", which pretty much describes Spongebob! And CCCs! - April 14, 2009 at 10:17 AM
- Leggrilee said...
Quote from all 3:
"AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" (complete with jaw clunking to floor)
My whole family loves Spongebob, and we are insulted that decorators, would pass him as...that thing. (#3) - April 14, 2009 at 10:19 AM
- PDOTTreats said...
The last one must be SpongeBob in Spanx showing off his feminine side.
- April 14, 2009 at 10:19 AM
- Half Assed Kitchen said...
Do. Not. Get. Spongebob.
And now I know why.
Angie (from over at www.HalfAssedKitchen.com) - April 14, 2009 at 10:25 AM
- Woof said...
Spongebob is great, with your sense of humor you really should watch a few episodes. I think you will find some of the subtle humor is the best on TV. My son and I have been fans for years now. Funny for kids and adults.
- April 14, 2009 at 10:26 AM
- ilovebabyquilts said...
Wow, why would anyone buy the one with the words written across his face (badly)?
I think the mermaid cake is actually half Spongebob and half Squidward. When Squidward stands, his tentacles curl up kind of like the "wheels" under Spo. - April 14, 2009 at 10:28 AM
#3: Clearly it's Sploogebot Tanktreads
- April 14, 2009 at 10:31 AM
- the ginabean said...
I like these cakes (or CCCs [ptooey!]) every bit as much as I love Sponge Bob himself. (I tried to watch it and make it make sense, but I can only tolerate it for maybe 3 minutes or so...)
PS I love that you brought up the Fiji Mermaid; I found out about that creature back in the days of the X Files... :) - April 14, 2009 at 10:31 AM
My four year old son saw the last (pedestal) cake and exclaimed, "It's a painted bear on three wheels!"
- April 14, 2009 at 10:32 AM
- Bilby P. Dalgyte said...
You called him "Spo"?....
Anyhoo, yeah well DUH! Round things are the best for recreating a rectangle! Who DOESN'T know that? Seriously.
The last one may just have coincedentally been yellow with eyes... it's hard to believe someone did a job THAT BAD in recreating spongebob squarepants... right? (*instant loss of faith in humanity and the cake making industry*) - April 14, 2009 at 10:39 AM
- The Honorable Mayor of Bethville said...
In the words of Spongebob, "Well, that makes me pretty mad. I might have to beat someone up just to get rid of all this blind fury."
- April 14, 2009 at 10:40 AM
- HorribleLicensePlates said...
cupcake pants don't look good on ole sponge bob
- April 14, 2009 at 10:43 AM
I don't like Spongebob. I try to avoid him whenever possible. I won't let my kids watch him (I'm pretty sure that laugh just melts brain cells). That all said, the last one looks like Squidword.
- April 14, 2009 at 10:45 AM
- Rufus Opus said...
Oh my God, you are usually so COOL a sweater wouldn't help, so BLEEDING EDGE of geek chic that just glancing at your blog has been known to make lesser geeks eye's bleed, but dude... SPO!?!?!?
No, you can't call him Spo. SB, sure. S-Bob, ok. Little Bobby, alright, Uncle Blue, but SPO!?
You're talking about the KING of Karate Island! The only fry cook worthy of pulling Neptune's Golden Spatula from the Stone. The Sponge that taught the Flying Dutchman the Power Within. The Goofy Goober whose licks were just TOO RIGHTEOUS!
I'm afraid that no, you're not allowed to call him Spo. And ANYONE who dares to wreck a Sponge Bob cake deserves slow and painful death, being forcefed their own CCC's while watching the latest season's terrible scripts over and over. I swear, the best episodes are from seasons 1-3.
And yes, I am 35. - April 14, 2009 at 10:47 AM
- Rachel said...
Is the CCC[patooey!] a reference to Corner Gas? When they always spit after saying "Wullerton"? If so, that is awesome.
- April 14, 2009 at 10:53 AM
- Redheaded Mama said...
We can't STAND SBSP. The children are NOT allowed to watch it and in fact, not allowed to watch Cartoon Network or Nickelodeon. What happened to the good old shows like You Can't do That on Television and Double Dare? Almost all of the Nick cartoons include the most annoying of voices.
- April 14, 2009 at 10:54 AM
- China said...
Oh no! Spongebob has "the suds" AGAIN!
Orangeboy and the kids love Spongebob. My DH loves him because he has a steady job and a great attitude!- Even if he does tend to be a bit excitable. - April 14, 2009 at 11:02 AM
- Dorci said...
Having two boys I know all about Spongebob, and it looks like those wreckerators have sent him to a watery grave. *insert dolphin noise*
Just so ya know, there will be days when mothering gets to be too ridiculous to handle that I will be living my life vicariously through you, if ya don't mind!! - April 14, 2009 at 11:09 AM
- Diane - DB Impressions said...
We don't have the Cartoon Network either, all because they have SpongeBob. He's vulgar, just like these cakes.
- April 14, 2009 at 11:09 AM
- sues2u2 said...
AAAHHHHH! My eyes can't take the round pegs in the square hole!!!
- April 14, 2009 at 11:10 AM
Oh my...see this is bad, because I made a spongebob cake for my 3 year old's birthday. I am so NOT an artist, but he's a SQUARE! Anybody wants to see a picture, you can email me at twinkylady @ yahoo . com
- April 14, 2009 at 11:16 AM
- Unknown said...
Just one more reason for my acute dislike of Spongebomb. (Yes, misspelling intended).
Can't stand that show! Ugh!
My daughter watches it when she thinks I'm not looking. I guess it's better than other things she might be watching. No, wait..I take that back. YUCK!
Good wreckage, though..
~Amy B. - April 14, 2009 at 11:16 AM
- Winona said...
Our CiCi's has Cartoon Network on one TV and CNN on the other - guess which way we try to face? And we do have a 2 1/2-year-old who really digs their pasta & pizza & not-fully-baked brownies.
Personally, I kinda like the mac & cheese pizza - strange but good.
Oh yeah - Spongebob. I just don't get it. So glad we've gotten rid of our cable! - April 14, 2009 at 11:25 AM
That last one looks like a light bulb to me...possibly halogen?
- April 14, 2009 at 11:30 AM
I am ashamed to say I think I know why the third one looks like a robot. Firstly, let me say I would never watch Spongebob on my own accord, but it's all my nieces watch, so I've been obliged to see way more episodes than I would have liked to.
In one of the episodes, Spongebob is transported to the future where he meets a robot version of himself. Though why anyone in their right mind would make him into a CCC [patooey] escapes me, let alone why they would scribble across his face. - April 14, 2009 at 11:31 AM
- utaduta said...
well, i must be a bad parent. i love spongebob and let my kids watch it. but i would be a more horrible parent if i let them eat a CCC. ( hocking loogie)
- April 14, 2009 at 11:33 AM
- Unknown said...
Psst Jen, if you really want to be down with the kids, the word on the street is "schizzle" - meaning good in a hot and I suppose, a sizzling kind of way. natch ;-)
- April 14, 2009 at 11:35 AM
- Jamie and Angela said...
Spongebob is awesome! It's one of the few cartoons that I enjoy watching with my kids instead of barely tolerating. The first time I saw the show I thought it was bizarre, but now I'm a big fan.
(And no, you can't call him "Spo". Sorry. We will, however, accept "Sponge".) - April 14, 2009 at 11:36 AM
- Annie @ astonesthrowfrominsanity said...
I think that it looks like the top half of Spongebob and the bottom half of Squidward his ugly octopus friend.
- April 14, 2009 at 11:50 AM
- Jen said...
@Rufus Opus: You are cracking. Me. Up. Also, you are gonna HATE Thursday's post. Just sayin'.
Oh, and "Uncle Blue"? Well, I'll take it under advisement, but I really thought "Spo" had a nice ring to it. Hmm. What about "Spooge?" Would that work? ;) - April 14, 2009 at 11:52 AM
I'm not a crazy Spongebob fan, but the times I've watched it is pretty funny. I'm 33.
That said, I don't think it's appropriate for little kids, and while I know Grandma lets my daughter watch it, the rules in our house are that she can't watch it here until she's six. For some reason that totally works for my daughter's four-year-old logic.
These cakes are horrendous. #3 looks like it sat out in the sun and got faded. - April 14, 2009 at 11:57 AM
Do yourself a favor and watch Spongebob. I don't have kids, don't want 'em, but I love Spongebob. It's just funny and strange. And often filled with jokes that kids won't really get. So it's a perfect cartoon.
- April 14, 2009 at 11:57 AM
I can't believe one of the commenters called Spongebob vulgar. Spongebob is like an underwater Winnie the Pooh. He's yellow, innocent, likes to laugh, and his best friend is pink. His favorite past time is blowing bubbles, for pete's sake. Even if I weren't a Spongebob fan, I'd be offended by these cakes.
- April 14, 2009 at 12:00 PM
I've never gotten Spongebob. Granted, I'm not a mom, and haven't watched it much, but the kids I occasionally tend love that little guy. While less tedious than other kids shows, I still find it, well, tedious, and don't enjoy it at all.
That being said, I know what Spongbob should look like, and I don't think I would have recognized any of those cakes as Mr. Squarepants had you not told me it was him. Whatever Spongbob is, he didn't diserve this treatment. - April 14, 2009 at 12:06 PM
Bwahaha! Patooey! That kills me! Too freakin' funny. I WILL spit at each and every cupcake cake (patooey!) reference, I promise!! Bahaha!!
I LOATHE Spongebob...hate the little yellow dirtbag with a passion. Thank heavens my son doesn't like him either and am therefore spared the pain of watching such an idiotic show.
Once again Jen, your wit amuses!!! - April 14, 2009 at 12:10 PM
For the record, Spongebob is on Nickelodeon, not Cartoon network :)
So sad that I know this. - April 14, 2009 at 12:18 PM
- Unknown said...
The last one looks to me like Spongebob has been sacrificed on a stone altar. See the blood on those top two rocks? That's not a wreck, that's justice.
- April 14, 2009 at 12:24 PM
- Leggrilee said...
WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOU PEOPLE? I understand why you don't like him, but MUST YOU CALL HIM A DIRTBAG, Trish? GAWD! HE'S FRICKIN ANNOYINGLY (by that i mean REALLY annoying) FUNNAY! GAWD!!!
- April 14, 2009 at 12:40 PM
- Fhtrkstr101 said...
I kind of like the first CCC. I won't lie.
- April 14, 2009 at 12:43 PM
- -dj said...
Clearly this is a happy loaf of a bread on some type of argyle cake stand. Obviously!
- April 14, 2009 at 12:57 PM
C'mon SpongeBob has got to be one of the easiest characters to make into a cake! I think even I could make a decent SpongeBob cake.
I also dont get why so many people think the cartoon is 'vulgar'? Annoying sometimes yes, educational, no, but its harmless. Its the only thing my 2 year old will watch. In fact 'SpongeBob' was one of his first words! - April 14, 2009 at 12:58 PM
- Darth Rob said...
You should watch Spongebob, I'm 41 and watch it even when no kids are around. The writers of Spongebob, throw some jokes in that only grown ups will get. It's very funny and very well written. Dont hate it because it's a cartoon.
- April 14, 2009 at 1:00 PM
- Mac said...
Actually, I don't mind the CCC in this case -- I think the edges nicely suggest his porous contours.
- April 14, 2009 at 1:03 PM
- twinkle teaches said...
The brown poopie like swirls on the first one are freaky deaky.
hehe my word verification is GRAIN! - April 14, 2009 at 1:07 PM
- Darth Rob said...
I cannot believe the amount of "Nazi" parents who don't let their kids watch Spongebob Squarepants. One of you even excluded cartoon network and nickelodeon. What kind of childhood are your kids going to look back on, oh I bet your those "structure" parents. Every hour of a kids day has to be planned out with no time for FUN or CARTOONS. I hope your kids grow up and hate you!
- April 14, 2009 at 1:08 PM
- Judgemental Judy- Fashion Police said...
I think my favorite part of cake 1- would be the scrubbing it would take to get your face and teeth clean after eating those "shoe" blobs.
- April 14, 2009 at 1:09 PM
That last one is not Spongebob, its his lesser known cousin; Chamois Pete.
Chamois Pete was involved in a factory accident that left him scooter bound, and since he has no arms, he just sort of sits there and doesn't want to be part of the show. - April 14, 2009 at 1:10 PM
Okay, seriously.
I love Cakewrecks. I know about what time your entries get posted and I have a reader in my phone automatically set up so I always see new ones ASAP. I'm always showing your posts to whoever is around when I read them.
I also love Spongebob. I don't have kids and am not sure I want them, but this is almost irrelevant given how wacky and underlyingly intelligent the show is. I am 99.9% sure you would like it, Jen, knowing your sense of humor, if you gave it a chance. (Note: there *are* a number of episodes that hit below the mark, so I advise seeing maybe three episodes before you make a final judgement call.) I understand being put off at first: he's got an annoying laugh, the show is absurd in many ways, etc. When SB first debuted, I refused to watch it, too. I even hated the name "Spongebob Squarepants" and made fun of it. However, after one of my high school English teachers mentioned it (he even linked it to our then-current study of Existentialist literature), I gave it a shot, and it grew on me.
If you don't at least try...I may stop reading and recommending Cakewrecks. I'm just *that* insulted by your turning your nose up at the little guy. Sniffing at Spongebob without even reviewing the evidence? It's just a dealbreaker, plain as that. Sorry.
downtown (dot) lindsay (dot) brown (at) gmail (dot) com - April 14, 2009 at 1:36 PM
- FreedomFirst said...
And here I didn't think it was possible for SpongeBob to look any worse than he already does. Wow.
- April 14, 2009 at 1:36 PM
That cake looks like a slice of bread popping out of a toaster on wheels!
- April 14, 2009 at 1:54 PM
- Donna Rosser said...
I love SpongeBob -- Sailor Mouth is a classic episode. If I had not had kids -- I would have probably never watched it.
You should watch it. - April 14, 2009 at 1:54 PM
- infmom said...
That second one looks more like the Fry's Electronics "Charlie Chip" character to me.
- April 14, 2009 at 1:57 PM
- Kelli said...
That last one must be Spongebob on his latest adventure into space. He's crammed into a Mars rover, right? Might also explain the face - he's running out of air. :)
- April 14, 2009 at 1:58 PM
- Kat said...
I think the Cakewrecks Community is going to the Dog.....River. (In Corner Gas whenever someone said "Woolerton" the spit alarm would start going off.)
I have never ever ever watched SpongeBob. I never hope to. My cousin really liked the show, but I think it's dumb. - April 14, 2009 at 2:00 PM
- Robin Wendell said...
Love Sponge-Bobbett pregnant with future BLUE-square Sponge-Bob baby. I think 'someone' might think a paternity test is in order here!
- April 14, 2009 at 2:00 PM
- Kay said...
Just so you know, I nearly spit hot tea all over my keyboard. Twice.
Thank you for the giggle. - April 14, 2009 at 2:14 PM
- Michelle Wood said...
I like the napkin tied around his neck.
- April 14, 2009 at 2:14 PM
- Boozy Tooth said...
Spongebob isn't really your style, Jen. But I'm still waiting for some good Napoleon Dynamite zingers.
Will I ever get my wish?
Ever? - April 14, 2009 at 2:22 PM
- Jen Huddleston said...
Perhaps if Spo and Rosie, from the Jetsons, had a baby (you, know in the Sealab – because I don't know how it would technically work otherwise) this would be an accurate likeness of the offspring.
- April 14, 2009 at 2:33 PM
The cupcake shoes in the second one are pretty funny. I'd eat one of those shoes. The other cakes, not so much.
- April 14, 2009 at 2:39 PM
I am here to defend Sponge Bob Square Pants. It is absolutely NOT a vulgar cartoon. He's a happy innocent sponge who constantly looks on the bright side of things. I love the little guy and it's a great cartoon. I have no idea why you would ever label it vulgar.
Rufus Opus, Rutaduta, Pokecheck, and "friends of" ...you all are right on. :)) However, these cakes are not. Sad, sad, misrepresentation.
WV: ticke
As in..."I would be "ticke..d" if I had to pay for one of these. - April 14, 2009 at 2:50 PM
- Pilgrim said...
We've gone from Easter... the celebration of JESUS...to Sponge Bob?
My what a leap!!!
Let me guess...the segue was the Moses parting the red sea cake, right? (that water connection, get it?) - April 14, 2009 at 2:59 PM
- Bianca said...
I was going to try to make one of these cakes for my niece, but had a feeling it would turn out as bad as the ones in this post, so instead I made her one of these: http://tinyurl.com/dm8uok
- April 14, 2009 at 3:12 PM
- Steve said...
Spongebob is 10 years old. It's unbelievable.
http://www.dyerstraightsgetit.com/2009/04/spongebob-turns-10-on-may-1st/ - April 14, 2009 at 3:17 PM
Gawd... I am SO GLAD I'm not the only one who's never seen an episode of that show.
Other twenty-somethings look at me weird for not catching the in-jokes. I look at them weird for watching the cartoon equivalent of the special ed day care down the street. - April 14, 2009 at 3:24 PM
Haha, this post reminded me of the countless Spongebobs I had to put on ice cream cakes.
It's pretty hard to wreck a cake when all of your images are done with a projector :p - April 14, 2009 at 3:56 PM
Jen Huddleston and I are on the same page. I'm pretty sure that one cake is a cross between Spongebob and Rosie the Robot (from the Jetsons). Thoughts?
- April 14, 2009 at 3:56 PM
Feel free to laugh at me as I display my incredible nerdiness, but here goes. I usually hate CCC's (how about an *ugh* instead of a SPIT?), but I actually think that they suit Spongebob quite well, due to the porous texture of sponges and all that. He's not just a flat square, he has holes and bumps and stuff.
Also, to count myself completely in the minority here, I think that the first two Spongebob cakes are quite good (aside from the huge black writing across his face in the 2nd--seriously, who could possibly think that's a good idea?).
I also think that, while the last cake doesn't look a smidge like SB, it is actually kinda cute in its own right. - April 14, 2009 at 3:56 PM
- Norma said...
These cakes are truly horrifying. What else is horrifying? Parents who will voluntary poison their kids sh*t with processed garbage "food" (CiCi's pizza, brownies, mac & cheese made with god knows how many chemicals and preservatives) but will physically block a TV showing a funny, naive, kind-hearted animated fellow who values his friends above everything else...while allowing the horror show of the news flashes on CNN to burn their children's brains with images of fire, flood, famine, war and celebrity gossip. Go America!
- April 14, 2009 at 4:09 PM
- Wendy said...
The last Spongebob looks like more like a parfait than anything else.
- April 14, 2009 at 4:21 PM
- Dr. Julie said...
I never realized that appreciation of Spongebob was so polarized. Clearly, you either love it or hate it. I've never seen it, so I can't judge, but wow, that last cake looks nothing like his picture.
How can bakers be so off and still manage to sell cakes? - April 14, 2009 at 4:34 PM
Those Spongebob cakes are awful! how hard is it to make a square character..SQUARE?
Jen, you really should watch a few episodes of Spongebob! Give him a chance!! I am 45 and I have seen my fair share of the shows because my kids loved it, and I think I now know most of the WHOLE opening song..."WHOOOOO...lives in a pineapple under the sea? SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS!!!!" and it goes on.....:-)
Oh and please don't call him "Spo"! - April 14, 2009 at 4:38 PM
- Scraplin said...
"Margaret said...
wait until you see the Burger King ad with squarepants for their kids meal. If I were Spongebob, I would go back to the sea and neve surface again."
I love that commercial and LOL every time I see it!!
"Booty is Booty!" LMAO
Spongebob rocks!...but these particular cakes do NOT. - April 14, 2009 at 4:42 PM
- Jamie and Angela said...
I'm still shaking my head over the commenter who would rather have their young child watch CNN than Spongebob. Apparently they have no problem with kids watching coverage of bombings, murders, kidnappings, rapes, etc., but an innocuous cartoon about a happy, bubble-blowing sponge is inappropriate.
- April 14, 2009 at 5:14 PM
- Erin W. said...
There was a silicone square cupcake pan for sale on QVC a day or 2 ago. In their presentation, they specifically mentioned it's prefect for cupcake cakes, and of course i thought of you. Is that weird that you've infiltrated my everyday life? Nah!
- April 14, 2009 at 5:34 PM
- Katie R said...
Oh my God, that last one is horrifying.
Also, you gotta watch Spongebob. It's pretty much the only real cartoon out now. (Except Flapjack.) - April 14, 2009 at 5:36 PM
I used to work at the Ocean Institute, where the idea for Spongebob was hatched... it was apparently an inside joke amongst the boat crew, as the sponge they used to clean up the heads when they got icky was a large square yellow thing. Mmmm. Toilet sponge cake. Fantastic.
- April 14, 2009 at 6:11 PM
Poor Spongebob #2!! I have no idea how he supports his huge body with those 2 millimeter wide spaghetti legs of his? And even if he *could* support himself, how in the would would his spaghetti legs not slip out of those clodhoppers of his?
- April 14, 2009 at 6:37 PM
- j said...
I know, I know... I usually hate them too, but this Spongebob CCC by Roxie's is too cute.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/roxiescupcakes/2623642694/ - April 14, 2009 at 6:54 PM
Jeeey Spongebob! Spongebob totally rocks!!
- April 14, 2009 at 6:55 PM
- Das Mutter said...
NO!!! Those were professional?! Having just spent four hours decorating a Spongebob cake for a 6 yr old's birthday (not my child, incidentally!), I can personally attest that it is not THAT hard. I'd like to know where these people work? If they can work there, then surely so can I. I think a paycheck is in my future.
- April 14, 2009 at 6:59 PM
- Unknown said...
That last one is clearly the love child of Spongebob and Squidward Tentacles. That can be the only reason for Spongebob Jr.'s 3rd foot.
- April 14, 2009 at 7:00 PM
- sendingtheclowns said...
I've never seen this show, either (insert Old Lady Alert here); my older kids grew up with the Pink Panther, Scooby Doo, the Flintstones, Smurfs, Strawberry Shortcake, & Fat Albert; the younger one watched Winnie the Pooh, Dexter's Laboratory, Pinky and the Brain, Reboot, Digimon, Animaniacs, Courage the Cowardly Dog, and Sitting Ducks (those last two were MY favorites, although I grew up with Merrie Melodies).
Basically, I don't know anything "current", truth be told! >^!?^<
But if you all hate the word "Spo" so bad, what do you think of "SpoBo"?
I think it's kind of cute. - April 14, 2009 at 7:29 PM
Awww....sad, they closed the Ci-Ci's in my town about a year ago. I loved the pasta with cheese sauce and bbq pizza, bt I love love LOVE the SPINACH pizza!!! YUM!
As for Spongebob, I used to watch him when my kids were little but haven't since. I never saw anything wrong with the show, though. As far as having your kids watching the news (I prefer FoxNews myself) I see nothing wrong with your kids knowing what's going on in the world. I mean... don't drown them in it, but there's nothing wrong with kids knowing what's going on in the world. - April 14, 2009 at 7:51 PM
- jessjess77 said...
I'd say that last one is totally 1/2 Sponge Bob 1/2 Teletubby.
- April 14, 2009 at 7:53 PM
About as only seeing Spongebob at Cici's-- this quadrilateral sponge airs on Nickelodeon, not Cartoon Network. (;
It's not that bad of a show, to be honest, and I would proudly recognize "Spongebobian references." Better than half the stuff that's on television these days. You should give it a chance before putting it downs, which I'm sure has gotten many comments here. - April 14, 2009 at 7:57 PM
If you're going to make a Spongebob cake, why not use a sheetcake? They're already square! Most of the work is done for you!
- April 14, 2009 at 8:26 PM
- Ann said...
I love that you go to a crazy pizza place to remind yourself why you don't have kids.
My husband and I are also childfree by choice.
I love your blog. Sometimes I laugh so hard I cry.
Thanks for the laughter and tears. - April 14, 2009 at 8:26 PM
- Janet said...
I am shocked to find that someone with a sense of humor advanced enough to write or enjoy cake wrecks would have an elitist attitude toward Spongebob. Kids or no kids, it's just plain funny. You should give it a try!
- April 14, 2009 at 9:12 PM
I'm feeling a little better now about that Spongebob cake I made for my son a few birthdays ago.
Trish - April 14, 2009 at 9:47 PM
- Barbara said...
1st: Spongebob is highly overrated and one of the most annoying shows I've been forced to watch by kids...
2nd: Basing your decision to read/recommend this awesome blog based on a simple Spongebob mocking post is just plain silly.
3rd: I'm glad these make my attempt at making a Spongebob cake look so good! (Here if you are interested ) That just after taking the Wilton 1&2 classes. - April 14, 2009 at 10:43 PM
- Unknown said...
I agree that he really should be referred to as S-Bob or SB... Spo (now is that pronounced spoo? or spaa? either way, not good).
I know there are a ton of parents out there who think SP is bad for kids, but I honestly believe SP is not a kids cartoon, it really is for adults, there is a ton of great humor in there.
But poor Bart Simpson has had to relish the same trash talk of inappropriateness, so we deal with it. I grew up not allowed to watch the Simpsons, but in all actuality, it was not appropriate for me or brothers at a younger age. We watched it when we got older, but by then we were more able to distinguish between good, bad, etc... I am not saying the Simpsons are any more appropriate for a younger age, they are not, each parent needs to determine what is or is not good for heir child(ren). Just don't shove it down my throat and do not be hypocritical about it.
That soapbox speech out of my system, the cakes (or lack thereof--as CCCs --ptooey--are not 'cakes' in my book) really leave a lot to be desired and I love the comment by the 9-year-old--about not capturing SB's 'essence'. I have seen both good SB cakes and bad, but these are some of the worst... Amazing!
BTW, I love reading about others' tormentuous trials at cake decorating, and it causes me to evaluate myself as a decorator... I have to watch myself for my own potential cake wrecks. And throughout my learning and evolving as a decorator, I have had a few... I just hate to admit it. - April 14, 2009 at 11:01 PM
It looks like sunshine on crack.
- April 14, 2009 at 11:09 PM
These cakes are amazingly bad, i mean really he is a square, its right there in the name lol!
But, wow, i'm so upset that people hate spongebob and ban them from their children.
I'm 22 and i love it, it's a great stress reliever, like cakewrecks, and it makes people happy and makes them laugh. Before i saw it i thought it was dumb, then i watched it and loved it, and laughed so much.
I think everyone who has all this unjustified hate for spongebob has never actually seen the show. I think if you haven't seen it ( a couple times) you've got no right to judge it. I know this is just another spongebob lover defending the show but i really think some people are just too judgemental of things they've never seen.
Kelly - April 14, 2009 at 11:12 PM
Wow. How can such a sweetheart like SB evoke such hateful comments.
I have been annoyed by many cartoons and non-cartoon childrens shows. When my daughter was young, I had to endure Barney (patooie!!). And then Elmo came along and ruined classic Seseme Street.
There are cartoons inappropriate for young children, like the Simpsons and South Park.
You people are free to raise your kids how you want, but there is nothing vulgar about SB! He is hilarious, never gives up, and can teach some good lessons. The adult humor is so subtle, kids would never get it.
Is is the best cartoon ever! As a 42 year old, I find it hilarious for all ages, for different reasons.
I much prefer to shelter my daughter from the news and from nasty fast food than from creative imagination stretching humor.
Alex - April 14, 2009 at 11:36 PM
- Mrs. B said...
First, I would like to say that Spongebob is alright. I don't know about everyone else, but I personally thought the movie was pretty good. (I mean compared to other kids' movies, e.g. Rugrats in Paris, Ant Bully)
Secondly, what is the deal with CiCi's. I've never been to one, and judging from the images of their "pizza" on the commercials, I never will. How many of you people actually think $5 buffet pizza sounds like a good idea? If you're going to eat cheap pizza, get a freezer one from the market, and then you can watch whatever you want on your TV while you eat it. - April 14, 2009 at 11:36 PM
- Holkie said...
There is just one thing- SpongeBob Squarepants is on Nickleodean, not Cartoon Network.
- April 14, 2009 at 11:50 PM
That last one is clearly SpongeBob in a strait jacket. A kind, yet burly orderly has just tucked a blue paper napkin under his chin so he doesn't get Jello on his lap.
- April 15, 2009 at 1:21 AM
- Kandice said...
That last cake is definitely half Spongebob and half this guy: http://members.fortunecity.com/zobovor/typewriter_guy_cartoon.gif
- April 15, 2009 at 2:06 AM
- Lauren said...
I think that last one looks like he's either getting flushed down or coming up a toilet... Or maybe a block of melty cheese on a cake pedestal.
- April 15, 2009 at 2:32 AM
- Unknown said...
That first one looks like Spongebob Van Gogh style. a little more moody, a littlem more swirly, and even more mentaly unstable
- April 15, 2009 at 2:35 AM
@ Netfreak...
Yes! I must call him a dirtbag. I DONOT like that cartoon at all. Last time I checked I have the right to like or dislike something if I so choose...so You can feel free to love him to pieces and I will feel free to hate him! Thanks for asking, though. - April 15, 2009 at 9:10 AM
- Budgyrl said...
Sponge Bob is teh aWEsoMEst!!1!!
It is the one thing my kids can agree on when they watch TV together. Granted, he isn't for everyone, but I love him.
These CCCs(patooy) are truly horrible, as they all are. Poor Sponge Bob.
Cara said: Rufus Opus, Rutaduta, Pokecheck, and "friends of" ...you all are right on.
I totally agree! - April 15, 2009 at 9:10 AM
While not a prude, I find the BK Squarepants ad hideously tasteless and sexist. And I couldn't pass up this WV: godsh.
Heard in church: "I swear to god-sh!" - April 15, 2009 at 12:25 PM
It's sacreligious to call him "Spo." You might even like the show. I'm ok with it, but the rest of my geeky family loves it!
-Julie - April 15, 2009 at 1:18 PM
I made a spongebob cake and the kids loved it....I'm not a pro baker and it was my first time to use fondant, so there's a little wrinkle going on in the pants, but it's not as bad as some of hte ccc's here **patooey**
http://www.flickr.com/photos/trwhite/3288165129/in/set-72157614001847603/ - April 15, 2009 at 2:46 PM
What a day on Cake Wrecks! And over a cartoon yet :)
No kids at home
no grandkids
no TV growing up
no TV whilst kids growing up
no TV now by choice
Never seen a Spongebob
What IS a CiCi's?
Shucks. I'm on the wrong freakin plane...........again...............
But whooooeeee those are some ugly cakes!
Play nice!
Elfie - April 15, 2009 at 3:47 PM
"Gypsies! *ptooie* We spit on them. We speak of them no more."
- April 15, 2009 at 4:57 PM
Ok, I love Spongebob. And I'm 42. I love 'Sailormouth', I love the chocolate candy sales 'It will make you live forever!' ('NO! NO! NO!' frantically behind grandma). I love Spongebob's harried housewife and mother trying to raise the baby scallop (and Patrick's staggering home with lampshade on head father). It's not kiddy humor. I love the images of SB & P when they are landlocked in Sandy's sphere (cue image of RL dried sponge and starfish).
But I don't like these cakes.
wv: culted. As in SB's followers. - April 15, 2009 at 5:47 PM
...I... just can't stand Spongebob. I can find nothing in it to like whatsoever. Personally, if I had kids, I might ban them form watching it... in my hearing. The laugh puts me in physical pain.
That said, I'm 21 and don't like the Simpsons or Family Guy or American Dad or South Park or anything along any of those lines and I never have, so. Maybe I don't have the correct sense of humor required for enduring something that horribly annoying and finding it funny.
Also, the Burger King commercials kill a little bit of my soul every time they air. *drowns it out with some good ol' Bugs Bunny.* - April 15, 2009 at 5:54 PM
Spongebob's cousin Chamois Pete!!! ROFLMA. Love it!
- April 15, 2009 at 5:59 PM
- The Lili Effect said...
Reason #1 to watch Spongebob. Actor Clancy Brown voices Mr Krabs, Spongebob's boss. That's the kurgan from Highlander. Allow it to turn your brain inside out just this once. Pretty sure it's also him singing the opening credits.
Reason #2 - there is no reason #2. My boyfriend's son likes the show, and I enjoy about 1/2 of one episode at a time and then I can't take it anymore.
Clinging to the weirdness of Clancy Brown's creative oeuvre is really the only thing that gets me by. - April 15, 2009 at 6:46 PM
That last spongebob cake looks like an H.R. Puff & Stuff creation.
- April 15, 2009 at 9:00 PM
MidnightVoyager said it all -- except that one more reason to hate Spongebob (ptooey!) is the glut of merchandising associated with that absolutely repulsive character. Try going into any grocery store, convenience store, etc. that doesn't have that horrible yellow mutant in nearly every aisle -- it can't be done!
Spo deserves a lot WORSE than merely inspiring a bunch of wrecky cakes (that are only maybe half as ugly as he is, and are at least twice as funny)! - April 15, 2009 at 10:56 PM
My three year old just said...
I don't want that Spongebob cake.. it's too scary..
lol - April 15, 2009 at 11:22 PM
- Brittney Mattison said...
I didn't think the first one looked so bad, except for the nose, lol! The second one . . . I can't make sense of. The third one just looks like Baby Bobbie in a straining wine glass . . . I think SpoBo is cute ^.^ or even SpoBob, and it certainly is easier to say than Spongebob, but I'm picky.
Now, to other posters . . .
Parents are not nazis or awful for not raising their own children by everyone else's standards. If they think SB is bad for their kids, it's their decision. I don't see how watching SB is a neccesity of a child's life <.<
I haven't seen the show and I don't want to, by the way. No, insistence will not pursuade me, and the next paragraph explains why.
I think that kids' shows that cater to adults through adult humor instead of paying attention to the child are being rude to kids. Honestly, leave the adult humor for the adult cartoons, please, and pay attention to my child. If you wanna call it a "family" show, that's a different story, but I personally find adult humor distasteful.
That's my opinion on the matter, and I've yet to see a tv show that would interest me enough to sit through commercials. I just buy the box DVD set ^.^ - April 16, 2009 at 12:02 AM
- Tammi said...
I read your column faithfully, but I think today is the first time I'm writing in. I absolutely love Spongebob and cannot for the life of me imagine why anyone would want to brutalize him with cakes like those ...nor with some of the comments here. I mean REALLY, he's the nicest cartoon character. And at 40 years old, I have been around to see plenty, lemme tell ya!
- April 17, 2009 at 9:23 AM
- shnump said...
For any sponge bob watchers the bottom half is squidward.
- April 18, 2009 at 10:21 AM
- Nonna said...
The girly looking Spongebob cake/cupcakes with very light yellow frosting looks like R2D2's little sister R3B2 !
- April 20, 2009 at 11:10 PM
- Stephanie said...
I'm a relative newbie here (so you don't know me, sadly, since I suspect you'd make decent conversation) spending my entire day surfing your site backward from the end of June (since light scrolling is about all my hands are capable of right now, well, at least without pain but I'm willing to suffer some pain in order to post this comment), so I am *just* now giggling over your April SpongeBob SillyPants entry and it strikes me as odd that you, based on who you seem to be (which is in turn based entirely on my reading of your blog entries), do not partake of the silly, spongy goodness which is SpongeBob. It's actually a pretty darn decent timewaster, at least in this ancient woman's opinion. :-) Do I win a prize for writing almost my entire comment in one sentance?
- June 29, 2009 at 5:57 PM
Spongebob is on Nickelodean, not Cartoon Network :c
- July 29, 2010 at 5:56 PM
- Orange Zeppelin said...
Ohhh my..I didn't think the CCC(insert correct spelling of patooy here) could get any more horrifying! Spongebob does not seem to translate well into cake!
I can't believe some of the comments say that they don't let their children watch SpongeBob! What, are you Communists? - February 6, 2011 at 7:18 PM
And another innocent post goes to the dogs.
Just enjoy the wrecks, people. Get your undies in a bunch over something that will actually do some good instead of attacking each other's parenting skills and character based on opinions of a cartoon. Take the energy and help the homeless or send care packages to soldiers or something constructive.
Gag, you guys. Taking a perfectly fun blog and using it for a platform to attack each other? Really? That's not what CakeWrecks is about in the least. - March 30, 2011 at 2:03 AM
- Carly said...
These are not bad, and definitely better than I could do :)
- June 1, 2011 at 6:50 PM
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Another one of the most demanded services we offer in Launceston includes- Ottoman Cleaning. Our professional team offer upholstery deep cleaning method that brings your upholstery back to life. Ottoman is the type of upholstery that can use as a stool, table or even as chair. It comes in different types of fabric such as leather, natural fabric, or suede. You already know that different types of upholstery need different types of cleaning treatments. Some types of couches can be cleaned using water, whereas other types can be cleaned using a solvent. Once we are done with the cleaning process, we also deodorise your upholstery for the removal of odd smells and make it fresh and sanitised in every manner.
Armchair Cleaning Launceston
Armchair cleaning is another one of the most demanded services by the homeowners. Whether you have fabric or leather armchair in the home, we can clean it to perfection. The cleaners of our team are well-versed in upholstery cleaning skills. No matter how complex your upholstery type is, our professionals can still help you. Our high-quality cleaning solutions and latest tools make your armchair as clean as new. So, don't wait anymore and avail our high-end armchair cleaning services on the same day of booking.
Variety of Upholstery Fabrics We Clean
A wide range of fabrics is used to make different kinds of upholstery. These include polyester, cotton, velvet, wool, acrylic, silk, rayon, acetate, olefin, and linen. We, at Spotless Upholstery Cleaning, have the required means and knowledge to clean any of these upholstery fabrics. We give detailed attention to each fabric before performing the cleaning.
Spotless Upholstery Cleaning Process
- Inspection – The most important thing to do before one begins the cleaning process for upholstery is to identify what kind of fabric it is made of. We also take into account the manufacturer's instructions, if any and employ the most suitable cleaning solution.
- Removing Dry Dust – The second important step is to get rid of all dry dust and other dry particles from the upholstery before water is used. This is done using vacuum cleaners.
- Applying Cleaning Agents – At this point, it is time to use an agitator to apply the cleaning solution that goes deep into the fabric giving an enhanced cleaning experience. This step is done for upholstery dry cleaning.
- Hot Water Extraction – On the other hand, for upholstery steam cleaning we wash your upholstery using hot water extraction system and then use a vacuum to extract all dirt, contaminants, and water mixed with cleaning solution.
- Drying – Finally, we make sure to absolutely dry the upholstery so that there is no chance of any bacterial growth once we leave.
- Sanitising – Contaminants have the potential to cause serious health problems if left unnoticed. So we sanitize the upholstery for complete satisfaction that the upholstery is clean and healthy.
- Final Inspection – Finally we do a thorough inspection of the cleaned carpet and ensure that the upholstery has been properly cleaned.
Choose the Best Upholstery Cleaner in Launceston
Why settle for less when you can get the best at a cheap price from Spotless Upholstery Cleaning? Here is why we are a leading name in upholstery cleaning in Launceston:
- More than two decades of cleaning experience.
- A local company of Launceston.
- Same day and emergency upholstery cleaning.
- We promise guaranteed results.
- We offer upholstery cleaning at the lowest prices.
- All our cleaners are certified and licensed.
- We use the latest cleaning tools.
- Our upholstery cleaning methods use only green cleaning solutions.
- You can call us on weekends & public holidays too.
Giving your upholstery a new life is a piece of cake now. All you have to do is call Spotless Upholstery Cleaning! Call us for a free, no-obligation today!
Why you should hire our professional couch cleaners?
As a local, family-owned business with a professional look and feel, probably we do jobs properly with a range of bio-friendly cleaning solutions to be safely applied to your upholstery.
Also, We love customers and enjoy getting a great job done on all their upholstery products.
Further, our schedule is very flexible, catering to all days and weekends. Furthermore, we provide 24/7 services on all days of the week, 365 days a year. Additionally, we also cover a plethora of industries, houses, and apartments, and will never knock back a job. Call us today on 0482075034.
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For a fantastic service at a cost-effective price, don't hesitate to call us today on 0482075034. One of our customer service consultants will look after you.
Our Couch Cleaning Team
The Spotless Upholstery Cleaning team consists of knowledgeable, certified, and highly trained upholstery cleaners who are experts in their jobs. In brief, the core ambition of our entire team is to please our customers and leave a smile on their face once we have completed the job. Hence, Our cleaners reside in different suburbs of Launceston to ensure quick deliverance of cleaning services to all.
- However, Rhys delivers excellence in upholstery cleaning in the Southern suburbs of Launceston.
- Additionally, Brock is responsible to cater to the cleaning requirements of our clients from the Eastern suburbs.
- Similarly, Jeremy lives in the Northern suburbs and he manages all upholstery cleaning requests in that particular area.
- Also, Mitch is in charge of the Western suburbs and he does his best to offer flawless upholstery cleaning services.
Making Upholstery Cleaner and Healthier
Moreover, Spotless Upholstery Cleaning works with a single goal in mind – to make all homes and offices in Launceston cleaner and healthier. Therefore, As upholstery forms an essential and inevitable part of every home and office, we have expert upholstery cleaning services available at the lowest prices.
We have been delivering quality cleaning services and cleaned upholstery to thousands of customers for more than 20 years.
Hence, we have a complete array of upholstery cleaning services such as lounge cleaning, sofa cleaning, leather sofa cleaning, microfiber upholstery cleaning, upholstery stain removal, leather sofa cleaning, couch cleaning, cleaning vomit from the couch, cleaning urine from the couch, and so on.
Thus, Call us to avail any of our numerous upholstery cleaning services available throughout Launceston.
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Four of Wands
When you act upon a shared vision it will have far reaching effects.
This suit, most often called "Wands" and sometimes called "Rods" or "Staves," represents initiative, ambition, drive and desire. This is the suit of enterprise and risk-taking.
A Four in this suit is the teamwork card, often symbolized by two couples who have come together to create something profitable and enduring. Quite likely, they will create a gift for the future -- a business, hospital, theater or university. They represent the founding families of the future community that will grow around their inspiration. Teamwork is the key.
It takes time to build a grand vision; and other people of ambition and talent must be attracted to it for it to fulfill its potential. What we see here is the start-up group, the founding visionaries committing their energies to designing the blueprints and laying the groundwork. This partnership is the prototype for society or any grouping where the whole is greater than the sum of the parts.
In the Advice Position
Exchanging ideas and proposals for addressing a universal need ensures approval and support.
The card in the Advice position suggests a course of action which will harmonize what you want with what is currently possible.
The Four of Wands in this position supports your good, productive, evolutionary ideas. Concentrate on networking: use your charisma and power to attract like-minded souls so you can significantly increase your sphere of influence -- the more people you can reach, the better.
Your enthusiasm empowers your vision, which is thriving with possibilities. As you share more freely what is on your mind and in your heart, others will see themselves in your vision, so you naturally receive approval, support, assistance and abundance. In your own way, you are addressing a universal need.


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Types of Windows in Queen Creek AZ
There are many types of windows available today. The most popular among homeowners in Queen Creek Arizona are sliding windows, and among them the double hung is the one most often chosen.
Sure offers a wide range of choices that include the type, the framing, and glass option (double or triple pane).
Sure Window Choices
Casement Windows
These types of windows are hinged on one side, and open from the other using a mechanical crank. Because they're considered classic among Queen Creek AZ homeowners, they're overlooked on the fact that they're extremely airtight making them a good choice for an energy conscious shopper. New models are better equipped and are more user-friendly for opening and closing.
Double Hung Window
Double hung are the most requested in Queen Creek AZ. They are types of windows that slide upwards to open. The difference between these and single hung are that both the top and bottom panes have the ability to open, where in the single hung, the top sash is fixed and the bottom opens. The sashes also tilt to all easy cleaning and maintenance.
Awning Windows
Awnings are types of windows that are hinged from one side similar to casements. However, these open from the bottom upwards making them have the ability to bring in fresh air during a rainy day in Queen Creek AZ without soaking your interior. A great feature to add to a kitchen, bathroom or attic.
Bay Window
One of the more desired among Queen Creek Arizona homeowners, Bays are types of windows that combine a fixed center piece with one functioning window on each side to for a Bay. A really nice feature that will increase natural light and bring life to any room its up in. Combinations can include double hung or casements.
Bow Window
Like the Bay these are types of windows that typically combine five or more to form a bow. A beautiful feature to add to any home in Queen Creek AZ, you can find many style options and finishes to match any interior. We offer professional installations for these designed to overcome any challenges so you won't ever experience leaks down the road.
Round Windows
Add charm and design appeal to any room, these types of windows can be fixed or include opening and closing functionality. Choose between a traditional look with a solid wood frame stained to match furniture or accents, or a modern look using an aluminum frame. Include Low E glass for better performance in Queen Creek Arizona climate.
French Windows
Brighten up your interior while making your outdoor living space in Queen Creek much more attractive, these types of windows are offered by the brands you know and trust like Andersen Pella, and Marvin. Fiberglass framing with a solid wood interior. Choose the white color of your liking. High PG ratings showing leak resistance and more.
Transom Windows
These types of windows are popular in Queen Creek AZ because they come in a variety of shapes, styles, and sizes to match just about any interior design. The transom is the beam over your door, and these are simply windows that fit over the beam. However these can be installed just about anywhere. Choose between traditional, modern, Mediterranean and more.
Egress Window
Made for the purpose of escape and rescue, these types of windows are required in certain rooms according to Queen Creek building code. Depending on whether installed in a commercial or residential building, location may vary. If you're planning a basement renovation, you've probably looked into these. Find out more about their benefits and uses.
Double Pane Windows
Combining two window panes inside a frame, these types of windows offer better performance when Argon or Krypton gas is filled between them. The two panes are sandwiched together with a small air gap in between. The gas is filled between them and insulates your home keeping heat in, during the cold months in Queen Creek AZ.
Triple Pane Windows
Like the dual panes, these types of windows offer better insulation for colder climates. Because of the third sash, a second pocket of air is made available for Argon gas. The two Argon filled pockets increases the insulating properties of the window, and is very noticeable during our colder months of the year.
Vinyl Windows
The most popular choice among homeowners in Queen Creek, these types of windows are durable, low maintenance, and low costing. Because vinyl doesn't transfer heat, these also are highly energy efficient especially when combine with Argon filled panes, and Low E coated glass. An energy conscious shopper can get great performance from these at a good price.
Wood Windows
Probably one of the most desired locally simply because its look cannot be easily replicated, these types of windows are aesthetically pleasing and give a warm feeling in any room they're in. Today, newer frames are made with a solid wood interior and a more durable exterior to prevent them from rotting or getting water damage.
Aluminum Windows
Aluminum is a conductor, and therefore homeowners in Queen Creek AZ stopped buying these because of their poor energy performance. However today they're a whole new window. With the installation of thermal breaks to stop the transfer of cold and heat, argon filled sashes, and Low E coating, performance is comparative to well EnergyStar rated windows.
Fiberglass Windows
Much more durable than vinyl, these are growing in popularity for their energy saving properties and their ability to last for a really long time. Now you have the option of getting a solid wood interior factory stained to match any furniture or accents combined with a fiberglass exterior for protection against local weather elements, and energy efficiency.


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Cities usually have an array of services to combat homelessness. These include shelters, soup kitchens, job assistance programs. But there's a new trend in helping the homeless: running.
Greg Collard of member station WFAE in Charlotte, North Carolina, reports on how running has changed the lives for some of the city's homeless people.
GREG COLLARD, BYLINE: You might wonder, how do you get the homeless interested in running? Well, here's a big enticement: free shoes. That grabbed the attention of Matthew Hoffman.
MATTHEW HOFFMAN: The sign said, you know, come four times and, you know, get a pair of running shoes, you know? And it's a really selfish mentality when I think about it now, but, you know, it was a very naturally selfish mentality.
COLLARD: Many homeless runners say that's what attracted them to Charlotte's program called Running Works. It's organized by Meredith Dolhare.
MEREDITH DOLHARE: At first, it's all about the gear, and then they stay because it's about the camaraderie and the family and the team. And, you know, and then they realize there's more to it. So that's pretty cool.
UNIDENTIFIED WOMAN #1: Stay together, guys. Do the geese thing.
UNIDENTIFIED MAN: Come on, John.
COLLARD: The program has about 30 participants. They run three times a week and compete in weekend road races, mostly five and 10Ks. Matthew Hoffman is an exception.
HOFFMAN: My 50K was horrible.
COLLARD: That's 31 miles.
HOFFMAN: I did it 5:45, five hours, 45. And I wanted to do it in about five hours.
COLLARD: We run a few miles through downtown Charlotte as Matthew gives the short version of his story. He's 34 and stays at a shelter. Matthew dropped out of the University of North Carolina. A series of part-time jobs followed. Six years ago, he lost a job. A roommate kicked him out. He's been in and out of homelessness ever since. For a while, a friend let him stay in his stepmother's condo, but she didn't know about it.
HOFFMAN: When she found out, I, of course, had to leave.
COLLARD: Being homeless took its toll. He became bitter. Matthew's hometown was booming, but his life wasn't. And then a year ago, Matthew saw that sign for free shoes. In February, Matthew finished that 50K.
HOFFMAN: Which is apparently an incredible feat for somebody that's not homeless, much less somebody who's battling homelessness while they're training.
COLLARD: Something clicked. He started applying for jobs. He found one at a Subway restaurant. Minimum wage, but that didn't matter.
HOFFMAN: Dealing with the public and getting to serve others and help to make their lives more enjoyable and also to create a product that they enjoy is really something that does give me great satisfaction.
COLLARD: And then Matthew ran off. He had to get to work. A similar program called Back On My Feet started in Philadelphia six years ago. It's expanded to 10 cities, including Chicago, Washington, D.C., and Boston. Charlotte's Running Works program is a year old. Again, director Meredith Dolhare.
DOLHARE: Originally, people thought I was a little crazy, but I always say, you know, what do you get from running?
COLLARD: Discipline, confidence, self-respect, she says. The runners get gently used to high-end shoes. They also have access to shirts, shorts and sweatpants. They also earn bus passes.
But to get those bus passes, runners take a mandatory life skills session. They address topics like anger management and goal setting. Today, it's relationships.
UNIDENTIFIED WOMAN #2: So raise our awareness when we're doing that because that's actually a disconnect.
COLLARD: Many people here have made impulsive decisions. They need coping skills, like 42-year-old Tom Carter.
TOM CARTER: I'll just quit my job, you know? I mean, I like working if it's a good situation, but, you know, you got to deal with a lot of stuff. You know, when you worry, you've got to deal with personalities. It can be stressful.
COLLARD: It would be great if everyone can get a job and be independent. But if they don't, Dolhare says these sessions impart lessons they can use every day, one step at a time. For NPR News, I'm Greg Collard in Charlotte. Transcript provided by NPR, Copyright NPR.


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The role of the librarian
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These workshops are organized by Ibicus in cooperation with the IB.
All workshops will be delivered virtually via a web conferencing or online
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It has been clear for years that antidepressants barely outperform sugar pills, at least in the artificial environment of the double blind, placebo controlled study. It is also clear that most psychiatrists in the trenches are perplexed by these results, because in our practices we appear to see people responding very robustly to antidepressants--including those with only mild to moderate symptoms. So what gives?
I presented a hypothetical patient who became depressed because of financial woes, who saw a psychiatrist, received a prescription for Zoloft and Klonopin, and got better. Some commenters wondered why the patient was given medication rather than therapy. My answer is simply that in modern psychiatry, such a patient is more likely to be given meds, even though therapy may be just as effective. The reasons for this are complex, but have to do with how psychiatrists are trained (primarily, they are taught how to prescribe medications), how insurance companies reimburse (they pay twice as much for an hour's worth of medication visits than for an hour of therapy), and what patients want (many prefer the quick fix of medications over multiple therapy visits). I personally believe that psychiatrists should incorporate more therapy into their practices, but the current state of the field is as outlined above.
Anyway, I then considered what would happen if the same patient got enrolled in a randomized, placebo-controlled trial of an antidepressant. Once accepted, he is told that he will be randomly assigned to either active medication or placebo.
Let's assume that our patient lucks out and gets assigned to the latest SSRI, "Newexa," and let's further assume that Newexa works as well as all other SSRIs (like Zoloft or Lexapro). One would assume that since our patient is assigned to a drug that works as well as Zoloft, he stands the same chance of improvement. But not so.
When patients are enrolled in preliminary "open label" studies, in which everybody is given the active drug, and there is no blinding, the response rates are in the 70-80% range. But when patients are given the same drug in the context of a placebo-controlled trial, the response rates plummet to the 40-50% range. The reason for this is that if you strongly believe that you are taking an effective treatment, this confidence in itself boosts the effects of the drug. On the other hand, if you know that there is a 50% chance that you are taking a sugar pill, you have less confidence in the chances of a recovery. Essentially, by not telling patients what they are taking, researchers are turning down the volume of the placebo effect. But when I see a patient in my office, I do just the opposite. I try to maximize the placebo effect. I say things like, "I've had great success with Zoloft in patients like you....I would say you have an 80-90% chance of feeling much better within the next 2 weeks....These drugs are remarkably effective...."
So this is the crux of the issue. Response rates are always lower in randomized controlled trials than they are in the real world of the office, where our patients know exactly what they are taking. Thus, when I read about the measly outcome results of antidepressants in these trials, I take it with a big grain of salt. I interpret it in light of many other studies that have indeed shown antidepressants to be more effective than placebo in conditions as diverse as severe depression, anxiety disorders, and eating disorders. Rather than concluding that these meds don't work, I conclude that they do work, but that there is a large placebo component.
In the best of all worlds, we would be allowed to prescribe sugar pills to patients, and we would presumably get a robust response without many side effects. This is considered unethical by the AMA.
The bottom line is that while medicine could not survive without placebo-controlled trials, they are rarely generalizable to the real world. I view their results more as signals of efficacy rather than as definitive answers.


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Fried turkey. Inside. In my own kitchen. If I had not done it with my own two hands, I would never have believed it.
Ever had a fried turkey? Well, let me tell you, y'all know how we are with our frying Down South, and believe me, we are fully endeared to our fried turkeys around the holidays. Once you try it, I think you'll be hooked. It gives you a nice, juicy and tender turkey in flat out no time hardly at all.
Frankly, you hear so many stories about turkey fryer disasters, that I was always scared to even try to fry a turkey at home. I settled for putting an order in with one of the many people in my area who fry up massive batches of turkeys to sell to other people over the holidays.
When I was contacted by the folks at Masterbuilt to test drive their Butterball indoor electric turkey fryer, I wondered if I'd heard right. Indoor? Electric? Turkey fryer? You mean ... like my beloved deep fryer? Well, gotta say, I was intrigued.
So I set out, bought a turkey - it will fry one up to 14 pounds - some peanut oil, and waited for the delivery of the fryer. When the Fedex fella rang the bell, I was excited to see that not only was this a turkey fryer, but it could also act as a steamer and boiler. Woohoo!! We like our seafood boils down here too ya know!
Most conventional turkey fryers take a lot of oil - this Butterball turkey fryer from Masterbuilt actually uses 1/3 of the oil of those conventional fryers, only about 2 gallons. With a built-in drain valve and tap, it's super easy to drain and preserve your oil, and a snap to clean. For smaller jobs, you can also use the fryer with only one gallon of oil.
Now for the stats. The unit uses a porcelain coated inner pot, containing a cooking basket, complete with a handy drain clip, that makes it possible to fry up a variety of other favorite foods too - like doughnuts, French fries, onion rings, and more. The control panel is user-friendly and consists of a digital timer, a red "power" light, a green "ready" light, and a simple control knob for adjusting the thermostat up to 375 degrees F. There's a fold-away lid with a viewing window, a removable filter, helping to reduce cooking odors, and a pop off storage door for cord and spigot storage.
Check it out yourself!
I decided to fry this first turkey "naked" so to speak, so that I could see exactly how it would turn out without any enhancements. Well, it was delicious - moist, tender and juicy just like a turkey ought to be - but next turkey up, I am so going for the Cajun Injector to introduce some of that spicy goodness into the turkey.
Yes. I admit it. I was nervous. But this was so easy to use that was very short-lived.
The one important thing you need to do after you thaw the turkey, is to rinse it off with warm water to release any ice crystals. Then let the turkey drain well, and use paper towels to pat it very dry, both inside and out. Once the unit heated up - about 25 minutes or so - and I got that basket carefully eased down into the hot oil and the lid closed, any nervousness subsided. It really was a breeze.
But you really want to see the star don't you?
Can you believe that this 13+ pound turkey only took about 46 minutes to fry?
There is a lifting hook to use to very slowly lower and lift the basket from the oil, and the fryer basket has built-in drain clips allowing you to clip it onto the fryer unit to drain. Once it drained, I transfered the basket to a baking sheet, atop a cooling rack, and just let the turkey cool right in the basket. This turkey was pretty close to the max size for the fryer, so I had to work a butter knife around the edges to work it out, but as you see, it still came out looking pretty good!
I removed both of the breasts and sliced them thick.
Just look how gorgeous and juicy this white meat is!
Then I deboned the thighs and put them with the turkey legs on a separate platter. Scrumptious!
So, there you are.
Whether gathering the family for a holiday dinner or making a variety of meals to freeze for later, this indoor electric turkey fryer delivers foolproof operation and delicious results - and it can be safely used indoors, right from the convenience of the kitchen counter. You are just gonna love it.
GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED! Wish I had a couple hundred of these to give away but there is only one - Congratulations to ALICIA! Thanks to the sponsor for providing such a great giveaway and to each of you for such a great level of participation. I appreciate you all for being a part of Deep South Dish!! Keep reading for more fun giveaways.
The cookbook, intended for use with the Masterbuilt products, includes a foreword by none other than The Queen Paula Deen, who owns and uses several of the Masterbuilt products herself. It includes recipes like Pork Dumplings, Shrimp Boil, Beignets, Twice Fried Fries, Deep Fried Oreos and Southern Fried Chicken, to name a few.
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Home Page > United States Maps > California Maps > Cottonwood CA Street Map
Welcome to our Cottonwood, California street map page. The street map of Cottonwood CA that is located below is provided by Google Maps. You can "grab" the Cottonwood California street map and move it around to re-centre the map. You can change between standard map view and satellite map view by clicking the small square on the bottom left hand corner of the map. Satellite map view utilizes orbiting satellite or aerial high resolution photography to display images of the map location to street level detail (really quite amazing). Standard map view shows a traditional street map (also known as a road map). You can use the zoom buttons on the bottom right hand side of the map to zoom in or out to street level detail. We have maps for most towns and cities in the US, so click on the United States Maps link to see more American online maps.
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Apple announced at the 49th CA/Browser Forum Face-to-Face that it will limit the term of accepted SSL certificates to 398 days as of September 1, 2020. Certificates issued on or after that date with term beyond 398 days will be distrusted in Apple products.
To Tackle this issue, Comodo (Sectigo) has decided to limit the maximum validity of an SSL Certificate to a maximum of 398 days. To accommodate this change, we have decided to leverage the multi-year subscription certificate (Subscription SSL) created by Comodo (Sectigo).
What happens to SSL certificates Issued Prior of September 1st, 2020?
Any SSL certificate issued prior to Sept. 1, 2020 is not affected by this change. They'll remain valid for the entire two-year period and no action is required for these certificates.
What happens to Certificates issued on and after September 1st, 2020?
Since SSL Certificates can now have a maximum tenure of 398 days only, if a customer purchases a 2 year SSL Certificate, they will initially be issued a certificate with a validity of 398 days. When this validity is about to expire, you need to re-issue the certificate to extend its validity to another 398 days or the order expiration date (whichever is lower).
Note: Re-issuing a certificate should also be followed by re-installing a certificate.
Example: If a customer purchases 2-year SSL Certificate on September 1st 2020 and issues the certificate on September 2nd, 2020, their certificate will have an expiration date of October 4th, 2021 (398 days after issuance) while their order will have a validity of 2 years with expiration date of September 2nd, 2022.
In order to continue enjoying your SSL benefits, the customer will need to submit a request for re-issuing the certificate before October 4th, 2021 by sending us a CSR. Suppose they send a re-issue request on October 1st 2021. Upon validation, a new certificate would be issued with 397 day validity expiring on September 2nd, 2021 (Their order expiration date)
Can the customer do an early re-issue for a 2 year SSL Certificate?
Yes, the customer can re-issue the certificate anytime. The new Certificate comes with an extended validity period of 398 days or order expiration date (whichever is earlier).
Example: If the customer purchases a 2-year SSL Certificate on September 1st 2020 and issues the certificate on September 2nd, 2020, their certificate will have an expiration date of October 4th, 2021 (398 days after issuance) while their order has a validity of 2 years with expiration date of September 2nd, 2022.
Suppose they need to re-issue your certificate early for any reason and say they place their reissue request on January 1st 2021. Upon validation, a new certificate would be issued with 398 day validity expiring on February 2nd, 2022. Before February 2nd, 2022 they can place another re-issue request to further extend their Certificate's validity till September 2nd, 2022 ( their order expiration date).
Does Domain Control Validation (DCV) Occur at each reissue?
Yes, DCV occurs each time a new certificate is re-issued which will need to happen at least once every 398 days.
Will I be sent a reminder to re-issue a certificate at the end of 398 days?
Yes, a reminder will be sent on the customer's registered email address when their validity of 398 days for their 2 year SSL Certificate is about to expire.
Also, their order management page will show a notification about your certificate expiry.
How will the renewal of the 2 year SSL Certificate work now?
The customer can place a renewal request for your 2 year SSL Certificate 30 days prior to your order expiry.


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Vaccines and regular health exams are key preventive care measures and are critical to the well-being of your pets to help protect them from potentially deadly infectious diseases like Distemper, Parvovirus, Leptospirosis and Rabies in dogs; and Panleukopenia, Feline Leukemia Virus (FLV) and Rabies in cats.
Vaccination protects pets from disease by exposing their body's immune system to inactive or parts of a type of bacteria or virus. Our doctors will help you decide which vaccines are appropriate for your pet's risk factors. Proper administration and giving a vaccine at the correct age and time interval is critical for proper protection. Vaccination is particularly critical in young animals that have naive immune systems. Vaccination typically starts at 6-8 weeks of age and the puppy and kitten series is completed around 16 weeks of age.
Vaccinations are generally accompanied by doctor consultation and examination to ensure your pet is healthy enough for the vaccines. We will keep you up to date when your pets will be due for booster vaccinations during their adult years.


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