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Are Divorce Cakes a Half Baked Idea?

Constance Camus — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 06:11:05 +0000

A wedding is the manifestation of the joy felt in the union of two people uniting in holy matrimony for life. Sadly, a divorce – not so much… To say the very least, it often provokes behavior that surprises even the individual displaying it. It is a process, much like grieving. At the end of the process, there is a rush of enormous relief, with the realization of new found freedom and the alleviation of tumultuous strife.

Hence, the theme of most divorce cakes and/or divorce parties is the emphasis of a fresh start – and the end of a battle.

Lately, divorce cakes have become increasingly popular and are selling like hotcakes (pun intended). Most feature either the bride or the groom pushing the partner off the cake, or stabbing them in the back or otherwise inflicting some serious bodily harm. There are also predominant themes like blood, broken hearts and scattered luggage, some even during the honeymoon.

While some might consider the whole idea too violent to be funny, makers of such cakes are thrilled about the possibilities now available to them. Some people might consider it crass and insensitive while others may view it as a fitting end to a period in their lives; as well as a chance to have a good party. I like to introduce humor rather than something too sober or vindictive so I use lots of figurines interacting with each other. Divorce can be a horrible thing but I would like to think comical divorce cakes can help lighten the mood a little; per Fay Millar, a baker in Brighton, England in a report to the Daily Mail.

“I think people are definitely coming round to the idea of shouting to the world that they are back on the market. I think it used to be taboo to have such a thing as a divorce cake because it is not traditionally viewed as an event to celebrate. However, with people like Katie Price throwing divorce parties I think people are definitely coming round to the idea of celebrating the end of a relationship and shouting to the world they are back on the market.”

Below is a slideshow of the best divorce cakes online to date, compiled by yours truly- complete with music by Pink with her song “So What?”

Michael Jackson Has Got to Be Smiling at This

Constance Camus — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 03:06:07 +0000

Ester Goldberg is a hoot. It has been a tough couple of weeks no matter your position on recent events and tragic losses. Add to that – ten years ago today, we lost another bright and shining star when John F. Kennedy, Jr. died tragically. Not quite sure what to make of any of it, so I will defer to Ester. At least for today.

The Weekly Wrap by Ester Goldberg

Portrait of a Newly Divorced Man-Child

Constance Camus — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 18:48:16 +0000

This needs no explanation. Even if it did, I have none.

Conceived by Adam Pally, shot by Chris Kula.

Divorce Humor: What the Hell Were You Thinking?

Constance Camus — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 20:49:30 +0000

Funny Divorce Letter about Poetic Justice

See Ya!

Anyone with an ex-husband, or about to have an ex-husband, should appreciate this video. By an ex-wife.

If you leave me, can I come too?

A photo tribute to IF YOU LEAVE ME…. the comedy song – with lyrics by Amanda Green and music by Skip Kennon – performed live at NYC’s Second Stage Theatre by Jesse Tyler Ferguson, accompanied by Tom Kitt. From the CD “Put a Little Love In Your Mouth: The Songs of Amanda Green.” Contact info: starfighterllc@aol.com. Video designed by Route Design Technology.