When I was a kid and mom asked, "What kind of birthday cake do you want?" it meant chocolate or vanilla.

When Spencer was asked that question recently, just before he turned 8, he had a very different request.

His mom, Melissa, emailed this today:

Our family enjoyed opening day at the park this year. My oldest son was kind enough to ride Pilgrim’s Plunge twice (once with each parent). He then decided that is what he wanted for his birthday cake. I have attached the pictures.

How cool is this cake?

Here's a close-up of the frosting splashdown:

Still have to wonder, though ... chocolate or vanilla?