This cake was for a soldier who just got home to AK from a year+ long deployment. I have 4 more to make this month alone, 1 for my dh, yeah! Realized that I need to take a painting class real soon though, as I tried to paint the eagle (3 times) but gave up and made him out of fondant/gumpaste. I have a few more techniques to perfect before the next cake is due, but overall am very happy with it. Thank you to susanacakebabies, for letting me use your design ideas.