The Women’s Healthcare Group
I have been with this group for the last 12 years ... Dr. Younglove delivered all four of my babies and has been with me through the aftermath of an abnormal PAP smear result. He is without a doubt the most fantastic doctor I have ever been to....
When I first met Dr. Younglove, he reminded me of "Gonzo Gates" from Trapper John, MD. He had wild hair and was real laid back and casual. His office bought out the OB/GYN that had delivered my first child (by CSection), and when I found out I was pregnant with my second child and I met Dr. Younglove, I informed him that I didn't care what he had to do, but I was not having another CSection. He laughed at me.
Well - four more babies and no more CSections.
Dr. Younglove listens to what his patients have to say - balances that with what medically needs to happen - and lets the patients have a say in their care. He has a great bedside manner, and makes things as "fun" as possible.
I have sent many people to this group ... there is a staff of several MD's and a number of midwives too. There is a variety of personalities so there's a fit for just about everyone!
Famous Dave's
We have always eaten at the Hereford House downtown KC ... the original. We found ourselves in Lawrence one day, and stopped in to try out this location.
Hereford House offers some of the best steak you will ever taste ... this location is no different. What really impressed me, however, was the atmosphere of the restaurant. The warm woods, the fireplaces, and the smaller, private dining rooms were just incredible. We had four children with us the day we were there, and we ended up with one of these private rooms. It was so great!
The wait staff is friendly and the food was excellent! Yep - you're gonna pay a premium for it - but it is SOOOOOO worth it.
Ted's Montana Grill
Ted's Montana Grill is located on Village West Parkway, near the Speedway.
Ted's is a "craftsman" style Montana bar and grill, offering steak, chicken, fish and bison entrees. The hamburgers are available in either beef or bison, as are the steaks.
Each entree comes with a salad and two side dishes ... choose from garlic mashed potatoes, fries, squash, green beans and even sliced tomatoes! Kids menus are available as well.
Prices range from around $6 for sandwiches and salads to $24 for entrees. The food is plentiful - you will leave full. The decor is great too ... very beautiful woodwork inside. There is a small area outside - kind of a streetside cafe type area - where you can enjoy your food and drinks if you so desire.
Cedar Ridge Church
This church is now known as Cedar Ridge Christian Church, and actually has two congregations meeting currently. There is one group at 8835 Lackman Road and another group meeting at Olathe Northwest High School. However - in the near future - both congregations may be meeting at the Parkside Campus on Lackman Road.
This is a congregation of around 400, and growing. The Parkside Campus on Lackman Rd is an incredible building. Recently constructed, it boasts a soon to open coffee shop, a large multipurpose room and a 28 foot rock climbing wall. The intent is to make this truly a "community center" which is used throughout the week, and then worship services are held on Sundays in the multipurpose room.
The Lackman Road site is adjacent to Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park at 87th and Lackman -hence the Parkside name. It is a beautiful setting, and will be a great magnet for people within this community.
The church is quite active ... many childrens and youth activities, women's ministry, men's ministry, as well as missions projects and working with other local charities.
As a recent visitor to this church, I have to say I was very impressed. The people are nice and they are friendly ... go out of their way to make you feel welcome. The service is a good mix of some tradition (communion each week) and up beat music and worship style.
Moe's Southwest Grill
Moe's is an interesting little Mexican restaurant ... this is a nationwide chain that specializes in fresh, Southwest style dishes. The menu items are named after various "flavors" of the southwest and also after songs/music of the past.
Moe's features burritos, tacos, quesadillas, salads, fajitas and nachos. Kids meals are reasonably priced and include a fountain drink and a cookie.
You pass through the line and pick what items you want on your taco or burrito or whatever you ordered ... beans? cheese? onions? peppers? guacamole? It is kind of fun to come here ... the servers are very friendly! Prices are decent - not cheap, but not too harsh. It's not a very large place though, so be prepared to have separate tables if there are more than four of you in your group!
Jack Stack Barbecue - Overland Park
Jack Stack BBQ is the best! This location is warm and inviting, and the service staff is excellent. The menu includes the standard brisket/ham/turkey dishes but they also offer grilled fish, steaks and rack of lamb.
The flavor here is excellent, and the prices more than fair for this type of menu. Jack Stack also delivers gift packages - we got one for Christmas last year! YUM!
J Alexander's Restaurants
We took my mom here for her birthday one year ... and have been going back ever since! WOW what incredible food!
This is a nicer restaurant in Kansas City. The offer a variety of menu items from ribs to steaks to seafood. They also have a great kids menu! The prices are varied as well - but I can get a 10 ounce filet mignon for around $25.
This is a great choice for a special night out on the town .. great food, great atmosphere and great company!
Steve's Meat Market
Steve's Meat Market has been in DeSoto for almost 40 years, and my family has been customers there for almost all of those years. This is a local, family owned and run business that offers high quality meats at reasonable prices.
Steve's also handles the slaughter process if you are raising beef or pork animals .. as a customer you can purchase sides of beef or pork, or select just what you need from the meat case. If you don't see what you want in the case - just ask them! They probably have it in the freezers!
This is a tremendous business in the DeSoto community - my family is very grateful for them!
Attic Storage of Blue Valley
This storage facility is always at or near capacity ... people rent spaces and there is a waiting list for someone to move out! It is easy to get in and out of, and the property is well maintained and secured. The manager here is very on top of her facility!
The premises are well lit and monitored as well as kept clean and appealing. There are a variety of sizes of units ... from very small to very large, some climate controlled and some outdoor parking spaces. Rates are reasonable too.
Inside the office is a variety of moving and storing supplies ... boxes, packing materials, tape and even locks for the door of your unit!
Some storage facilities seem a little shady, but not Attic Storage of Blue Valley. This is a first class location!
Kastle Mortgage Incorporated
This mortgage broker is terrific! They really know how to find the best available deal for their clients and work hard to make them happy. They go out of their way to make things good for the customer ... customer service is priority.
Kastle works with many lenders and will help you in whatever your circumstances are ... even if you don't think you can qualify for a loan. Give them a shot!