I remember on our way back from Mrs. Warner’s piano lessons hearing, “Your lack of preparation does not constitute an emergency on my part!” Wise words from mom. My mother has always had a knack for organization, for order, for perfection. She was always efficient with mailing birthday cards, putting up seasonal décor, hosting the read more >>

As much as I would like to find a shiny new car adorned with a red bow just like the commercials (which really, does that ever happen?), I’d settle for some simple additions to my car. 1. Heated blanket. I really hate being cold and really love blankets that plug in. 2. Remote start.  It’s my 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 >>

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I’d like to share a story! Months of preparation finally paid off — literally. With help from KCTV5, Cumulus Radio, Heartland Habitat for Humanity, and all who contributed time and money for the Rebuild Reading campaign, we were able to present a check to Reading in hopes of helping rebuild 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 >>

They say a picture is worth a thousand words. Inspired by SouleMama, I present to you: {this moment} A Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you’re inspired to do the same, leave a link read more >>

They say a picture is worth a thousand words. Inspired by SouleMama, I present to you: {this moment} A Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you’re inspired to do the same, leave a link read more >>

Ladies, have I got your attention?! For all you shoe fanatics out there, here’s a chance for you to spread the love. Twelve years ago, Elite Feet started collecting and donating shoes to a single charitable organization in Shawnee, Kansas. Since then it has expanded to helping the homeless and under served families in our read more >>

A forty-year history: Is it worth keeping around? Host of the NCAA basketball tournament regionals, the Final Four in 1988, the American Royal, and concerts galore, Kemper Arena has been a hotspot for Kansas City’s entertainment past. But the Sprint Center is on the scene and thriving, and things are about to shift for an read more >>

Drinks, food, dancing, prizes, charity and costumes. Any takers? On Saturday, October 29 I will be at Starlight Theatre partaking in all things listed above! Many months ago, a group of us got together to host a kick-butt Costume Party benefiting Children’s Mercy South. Our goal was to raise money for the new Tom Watson ER read more >>