After working late, I went directly to my Mom's house.  She lives in an awesome, maintenance-provided, custom home which sort of serves as a retirement community but really, seems more like a neighborhood with a pool and coffee for you in the morning.  It's lovely and gives Mom a chance to meet her neighbors.  (Sort of like Hampton Woods but for buyers) For... [Read more...]

I went to dinner two nights ago at Park Place, which is a small, mixed-used community attached to Town Center Plaza.  (It's right by the AMC and the Dick's Sporting Goods) If you haven't visited Park Place, it's a must.  Leawood, Overland Park, Shawnee and Kansas City in general...it's all getting so cool.  As if Town Center wasn't cool enough already with... [Read more...]

Treets for your Sweet at Hampton Woods from 5-7pm on Wednesday, February 24th!  Come join us for some tasty treets! Read More →

Are you wanting to get into the Mardi Gras spirit by cooking up a Creole or Cajun dish? There are plenty of Mardi Gras recipes that can get your tastebuds going. One example would be the Mardi Gras King Cake, which is a Fat Tuesday tradition. Other treats include Jambalaya Fettucini and Yam Biscuits. What do you like to eat for Fat Tuesday? Feel free to share... [Read more...]

On Saturday night, I went with my family to Panzon's at 87th and Lackman for my 30th Birthday Party.  Let me start off by saying that my family is HUGE.  We had a group of 22 people on the night before Valentine's Day.  We were concerned about finding anywhere that could get us in.  Panzon's was more than accomodating.  They set us up in a downstairs corner... [Read more...]

The opening ceremonies for the Winter Olympics in Vancouver will be shown on your local NBC station starting at 7:30 p.m. ET. Will you watch? You can view the complete Olympic calendar online. “To be part of that winning team and standing in the ring for the final decision to be announced is something I will live with for the rest of my life.” Graham Cheney Read More →

Have you heard the renovation plans? The old Commerce Bank property on Johnson Drive in downtown Shawnee is about to undergo extensive exterior and interior improvements. This isn't the first time someone has proposed doing something with the vacant building. It isn't known if developers will use the building for an office or retail space. What do you think should... [Read more...]

Have you finalized your Valentine's Day plans yet? It can be a stressful day, but it doesn't have to be. Just remember that you should just keep in mind what your date would like. Make the day about him/her and everything will go well. You could take a stroll or bike ride in Mill Creek Steamway Park or Shawnee Mission Park if the weather permits. Dinner plans... [Read more...]

The New Orleans Saints need to be. They have a dynamic defense and I don't think their offense, led by Peyton Manning, needs any introduction. Madden NFL is predicting that the Saints will win 35-31, and while they are traditionally right, that doesn't mean the Colts are out of the game. Nope, not even close. Super Bowl Sunday is sure to deliver a great game... [Read more...]

Well you may want to try walking or cycling. Not everything we want to experience is in walking or biking distance. However, when things are in walking distance, are you walking? It not only is great for exercise, but it helps the environment as well. Where do you like to walk to? What go green ideas do you have?  Read More →

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