In a large bowl, pour water
over oatmeal and let cool.
Combine sugar, shortening, cinnamon,
brown sugar, eggs and vanilla.
Mix well and add to cooled oatmeal mixture.
Add flour and baking soda. Mix well.
Pour batter into a greased 8x8" baking pan.
Bake in a 350F oven for 35-40 minutes.
Make topping by placing all the
topping ingredients in a saucepan.
Over medium heat, stir until butter
and sugar are melted.
Place topping on cake while cake is still warm.
Cut into 9 pieces. Serve.