Checkout their service from baggage check to landing, could they be any nicer to kids?!
Don't worry, this was after our landing!
10.29.2008
Southwest Airlines
If you know me, you know I am a proud Rapid Reward, card carrying member. My friends make fun of me, wondering if Southwest Airlines has named a plane after me yet. I literally plan business trips around Southwest direct flight destinations, family getaways using Reward tickets, the list goes on. Here's the deal, Southwest prices are great, they send you drink coupons upon earning a free flight, online check-in is easy and gets you a decent seat and here's what really gets me - they're nice!
Checkout their service from baggage check to landing, could they be any nicer to kids?!
Don't worry, this was after our landing!
Checkout their service from baggage check to landing, could they be any nicer to kids?!
Don't worry, this was after our landing!
10.28.2008
Disney day dreamin'
What was originally going to be a work trip, turned into a the weekend of a lifetime for a mother & son duo...namely, me & my son. I never thought I would be able to pull it off. La Plates in full gear for the holidays, trunk shows week after week, how would a long weekend to Orlando fit in?! Somehow the stars aligned and we did it. Two jam packed days of Disney, worth every nap we skipped!
The perfect getaway was orchestrated by Tracy Murphy at Creative Travel Adventures. Her website isn't launching until January, but you can read about her services on her blog and call her at 317.919.9220 to book your next trip. (e-mail = tracy@creativetraveladventures.com)
I can't begin to describe the excitement, joy and happiness that I saw in my child this weekend. I used to think Disney was amazing as a kid - that's nothing compared to watching your child experience it. The pictures below are a little recap of the adventure...
I can't get over his smile in this one!
A breakfast with all the characters - a kid's dream come true!
I'm not going to lie, I had one tired kid on my hands.
But at Disney, even tired kids are happy!
The perfect getaway was orchestrated by Tracy Murphy at Creative Travel Adventures. Her website isn't launching until January, but you can read about her services on her blog and call her at 317.919.9220 to book your next trip. (e-mail = tracy@creativetraveladventures.com)
I can't begin to describe the excitement, joy and happiness that I saw in my child this weekend. I used to think Disney was amazing as a kid - that's nothing compared to watching your child experience it. The pictures below are a little recap of the adventure...
I can't get over his smile in this one!
A breakfast with all the characters - a kid's dream come true!
I'm not going to lie, I had one tired kid on my hands.But at Disney, even tired kids are happy!
10.25.2008
Faux Bois
Earlier this week we had a request for a faux bois pattern on a plate. I hated to admit, but I didn't know the term! It sounded French and fancy and I was excited to see what it could be - I love a new design idea! I immediately went to Google the word, and there it was - fake wood. Now don't get me wrong, I like the concept. I have now found great pieces that use the faux bois technique. I hope admitting I didn't know the term doesn't make me sound ignorant. Hopefully I've enlightened someone else and the next time you see a wood pattern, you will refer to it in it's proper term: faux bois!
And for those of you wondering, this will never be a faux bois wagon...it will forever be a woody wagon!
Of course this tabletop caught my eye - Room Service Home
And for those of you wondering, this will never be a faux bois wagon...it will forever be a woody wagon!
10.24.2008
10.22.2008
Win It Wednesday Giveaway
Carolina Mama posted a fabulous blog about La Plates months ago. At the time, she mentioned us donating a plate for her Win It Wednesday Giveaway. Well, we finally got our act together and have a plate to send to one lucky reader! Be sure to checkout the Giveaway and let her know what you think! The winner, drawn at random, will receive a Cookies for Santa plate.
Rainy Day Books
We are so fortunate to have a bookstore in our town that is owned by residents of our community that care about our community - Rainy Day Books. "Rainy Day Books, Inc., opened its doors in The Fairway Shops in November 1975. Since then, Rainy Day Books has provided the Greater Kansas City community with a gathering place, a wellspring for creative thoughts and ideas, and an ongoing voice for awareness, involvement and literacy."
I caught myself going on and on about Rainy Day's Author Events the other day. I attended my first Author Event last Spring when Laura and Jenna Bush came to town for a book signing. It was such a great way to meet them and Rainy Day made it possible for every person to meet and greet the women.
Next week, Laura Numeroff will be doing a book signing for her new book - a favorite series in our household!
And on October 30th, a personal favorite, Ina Garten will be signing and hopefully giving tips from her newest cookbook. We've already designed a platter from La Plates for her...think she'll give me any secrets?!
If you are interested in attending an Author Event, Rainy Day Books sells tickets online or in their store. With your ticket to the event, you also receive a copy of the book to be signed. Go experience a Rainy Day event first hand!
I caught myself going on and on about Rainy Day's Author Events the other day. I attended my first Author Event last Spring when Laura and Jenna Bush came to town for a book signing. It was such a great way to meet them and Rainy Day made it possible for every person to meet and greet the women.
Next week, Laura Numeroff will be doing a book signing for her new book - a favorite series in our household!
And on October 30th, a personal favorite, Ina Garten will be signing and hopefully giving tips from her newest cookbook. We've already designed a platter from La Plates for her...think she'll give me any secrets?!
If you are interested in attending an Author Event, Rainy Day Books sells tickets online or in their store. With your ticket to the event, you also receive a copy of the book to be signed. Go experience a Rainy Day event first hand!10.20.2008
Allergy alert!
When we found out our "baby" had allergies, we went into a bit of a panic. As a 15 month old, he was still crawling and eating everything on the floor (he's our second). We were very nervous facing peanut, egg and milk allergies, but knew it was something others live with daily.
We also like to have the single dose of Benadryl on hand for non-peanut reactions. It's handy, as the dose is sealed individually.
We also like to have the single dose of Benadryl on hand for non-peanut reactions. It's handy, as the dose is sealed individually.
Mabel's Labels has a fabulous product called Allergy Alerts. They are dishwasher safe, so you can put them on your kid's cups, plates, lunchbox - whatever you want to label! I like this idea when you send the non-verbal ones off to Parents Day Out.
We have so many things to learn, but have found the following sites helpful: Kids With Food Allergies, Allergy Kids and FAAN Kids. I'm sure there are many other helpful sites and tips out there. Also, be sure when you buy your Halloween candy this year, you remember all those kids with nut allergies - they want to trick or treat too!
If you want to get involved and are in the Kansas City area, FAAN is having a walk this Saturday, October 25, 2008. Check-in begins at 12:00 noon; Walk begins at 1:00 p.m. Location: Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee Mission, KS 66219, distance 2 miles. Check your local area for similar events!
If you want to get involved and are in the Kansas City area, FAAN is having a walk this Saturday, October 25, 2008. Check-in begins at 12:00 noon; Walk begins at 1:00 p.m. Location: Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee Mission, KS 66219, distance 2 miles. Check your local area for similar events!
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