IzzyMom

Forget Flowers…Send Cupcakes!

IzzyMom — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:27:52 +0000

Cupcakes. They’re awesome, right? Right! And that’s why gourmet cupcake shops are popping up all over the place, even in a down economy. I must confess, however, that we have several right here in my city and I’ve never been to any of them. But last week when I was presented with an opportunity to [...]

Tween Compliments Adult: Hell Has Officially Frozen Over

IzzyMom — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 17:54:51 +0000

Aside from wanting to be involved in my daughter, N’s, life (because she’s 11 and I know my opportunities will soon evaporate), I also find being around the groups of young girls in her scout troop and cheer squad absolutely fascinating. They’re such strange creatures and the ever-shifting group dynamics are a better study in [...]

The Truth About Santa: A Cautionary Tale

IzzyMom — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 22:08:55 +0000

I knew this day would come eventually but I never dreamed it would be so heart-wrenching. You see, my daughter has been dropping hints about her wavering belief in Santa Claus for a several months now. Her questions about the existence of Santa, however, always came when my six year old was nearby so I [...]

Book Review: Laughing at Wall Street

IzzyMom — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 19:29:38 +0000

I recently received and read a review copy of Laughing at Wall Street by Chris Camillo. I was intrigued by the subtitle of the book, “How I Beat the Pros at Investing (by Reading Tabloids, Shopping at the Mall, and Connecting on Facebook) and How You Can, Too” I’m a sucker for “rags to riches” [...]

Selling a Car is SO MUCH FUN

IzzyMom — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 16:17:05 +0000

OMG…last night these people came to look at a car we’re selling and they TOOK MY KEYS with them. I realized it this morning when I couldn’t find them so I call the guy and I’m like “Hi, you came to look at our car last night. Do you have my keys?” and he’s like [...]