All the Cake's a Stage

My amazing 50th birthday cake, created by Sharon Lambright

The cake pictured at left was part of a gift from my in-laws for my big day. You would not believe the detail—tiny burnished scrolls emblazoned with the titles of Shakespearean plays around the edges, ticket facsimiles complete with torn edges, a miniature stage strewn with roses, comedy-tragedy masks, sproinging stars, an open script, a bust of William Shakespeare with a tiny red clown nose beside him, and a genuine FiggyWhig's cupcake (lit). The ultimate in personalized confections.

Well, it's upon me—the end of my fiftieth year. I'm not going to get too sentimental here, but I do find myself so very thankful for the many blessings that are daily showered upon me. Not many people have the luxury of blending their vocations with their hobbies. I'm thankful that I can practice my art without worry that I will be forced to compromise my principles and that there is a place where I can use my talents to bring honor and glory to my Creator, Who has given me every good thing.