A History Lesson
First of all, I need to apologize for a falsehood I unknowingly said on last night's episode of Ace of Cakes. Duff and I were debating which came first, the Constitution or the Liberty Bell. Well, the answer is the Liberty Bell. I then went on to boldly and incorrectly state that separation of Church and State was "in the constitution". Well, do I ever have egg on my face. This phrase is actually not in the Constitution, as about 5,436 people have let me know via email and phone calls. The phrase is actually traced to a letter written by Thomas Jefferson, in which he refers to the First Amendment. The First Amendment states: Congress shall make no law respecting the establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
This section of the Constitution protects the Government from religion while simultaneously protecting our freedom of religion. Weren't our Founding Fathers smart? So to all who have their panties in a bunch about what I said: I was wrong. You can stop correcting me now. I would also like to personally apologize to my Mother, a former history teacher, who is probably mortified.
March for the Animals
Sunday Sunday Sunday! This weekend is the March for the Animals to benefit the Maryland SPCA. Duff will be officially starting the march, and most of us bakery kids will be there too! It's not too late to make a donation via the Charm City Cakes Pack. We are SO CLOSE to our fundraising goal and it would be phenominal if you could help us reach it! The march starts at 10:00 AM on Sunday at Druid Hill Park. Come on out and help us support this very worthy cause. You'll be glad you did!
Skate and Destroy
Need something to do on Saturday while you're waiting for Sunday's March? Well, the NUMBER SEVEN RANKED Charm City Roller Girls will be kicking ass and taking names at a collosal double header bout. Our amazingly talented all-star team will be taking on the Pikes Peak All-Stars as well as the #1 ranked Gotham City Roller Girls.
This bout is going to be HUGE.
If you haven't been to a bout yet, this is the one to go to. Doors at six! See you there!
For Those About to Rock, We Salute You
Duff's band, soihadto, has a show next week. You should go. In the words of Duff, his band will "MELT YOUR FACE". The show is Thursday, April 23rd at our alma mater, UMBC. Plus, it's a benefit for the Red Cross. Rock for a cause - how can you go wrong? Also, Katherine's band, Lexie Mountain Boys, is about to go on tour. IN EUROPE! If you're reading this from across the pond, check out their tour schedule to find your country on the itinerary.
CCC Staffer of the Week!
Speaking of, this week's staffer is Katherine. She shoots from the hip and takes no guff and can make cake look like any other foodstuff imaginable. Here's her interview!
Full name: Katherine St. Paul Hill
Nickname(s): K$ (pronounced K-Money)
Work title: Cake designer/decorator
Hometown: Hurricane, West Virginia
Pets: Mokie, the perfect pastel kitten
My Themesong: Ring My Bell by Anita Ward
What is your favorite word? Surprise!
What is your least favorite word? Blog
What turns you on? Thank-you notes, sequins, a neatly made bed
What turns you off? Vacant conversation and "that's what she said"
What sound or noise do you love? Keyboards
What sounds or noise to hate? The bakery mixers on high speed
What profession, other than yours, would you like to attempt? Party planning
What profession would you not want to participate in? Roof tarring
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive? Over here is the field full of small bunnies, and over here is your in-floor trampoline.
Hope to see you all this weekend. Enjoy the spring weather!
xoxo,
Mary Alice
