So, I just got out of our Monday morning Greenbook meeting. (“Greenbook” meaning an overall financial snapshot of the dealership, from sales to service to parts to body shop.) And after sitting around the conference table with ten fellow men, I left with a mission to answer this question: How do I get our clients to read more >>

Last week, facebook friend, Jacquie Norwood sent me a message WANTing TO KNOW! Here’s what she said: Hey Lauren, I have been a fan of your Lauren Wants to Know fb page for a while, and I really enjoy your posts. I am currently the marketing director for Paul Davis Restoration of KC, and everyone read more >>

The busier my life gets, the messier the floor of my car. In fact, I found that combing through the piles left in our two cars pretty much illustrates the places I’ve been, the food I’ve eaten, and the things I’ve purchased in the last two weeks. If you’re my husband, this all applies but read more >>

Holiday travel can be tough enough. But add baby to the mix, and it can send otherwise rational people over the edge. So as you cram your car full of presents, car seats, and suitcases this holiday season, make note of some travel tips Henry’s taught us. But first, let me mention that my style read more >>

Seven years ago, I was driving Molly the red Mustang. The backseat was littered with half-written newspaper articles, running clothes and empty bottles of Cherry Coke. I was attending K-State’s journalism school hoping to one day become the White House correspondent for the Washington Post. Which was a great idea until people stopped reading newspapers read more >>

It’s time to deck the halls … literally! Join me, 17 local artists, Young Variety members, Kansas City’s Vocalocity, Shawnee Mission East Lancer Dancers, Shawnee Mission East drum-line, Miss Ella, and of course, Santa in the first annual Hooray for Holidays at Mission Farms. Come have a drink with Young Variety of Greater Kansas City read more >>

For some of you, the smell of a brand new novel, the flip of a crisp page, or the placement of that favorite bookmark is what it’s all about. For others, the mere joy of completing a great story is what has you hooked. Personally, I enjoy hitting the bookstore on a Sunday afternoon with read more >>

Ever wonder how cars are built and manufactured? If you’re one of those curious types who like to know the “how” behind every creation, pay attention! I followed my dad to the Fairfax Plant last week, and I experienced first-hand the building process for the Chevy Malibu. Super cool! A little history for you: The read more >>

Calling all ladies! The Just for Her Expo is just around the corner and I am proud to serve as the presenting sponsor of the event, which takes place June 3 and 4 at the Overland Park Convention Center. So what does this mean to you? It means that your girl Lauren will have the read more >>

For the mama’s whipping up a pancake tidbits for the kiddos in the morning – feel free to snack on that. But for the ones who lack the waffle-maker/kid, here ‘s a list of “quick fixes” for breakfast on the go! Protein bars: no muss, no fuss! Smoothies: my ex used to mix strawberries, bananas, read more >>