Mix together:

2 c. sugar
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda

Heat until dissolved and then pour over dry ingredients:

1 c. water
3/4 c. butter
4-5 tsp. cocoa

Add:

1/2 c. buttermilk
2 beaten eggs
1 tsp. vanilla

Beat well. Pour into greased sheet pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until done.

FROSTING:

5 minutes before cake is done - bring to a boil:

1/3 c. butter
4 tbsp. cocoa
4 tbsp. buttermilk

Add:

1 box powdered sugar
Vanilla

Spread on cake as soon as it comes from oven.