PUBLISHER’S MESSAGE BY RENEE DEMOTT
Let’s Get Outside! While we may be a land locked city, Kansas City is home to some
there’s nothing like diving into some great seafood. Sip, slurp and
of the most beautiful and refreshing lakes and waterways around.
shuck to your heart’s content at Kansas City’s abundance of fish
Paddle boarding at Weatherby Lake, kayaking at Shawnee
houses. Some of our fish faves can be found on page 66. Dig in
Mission Park, sailing at Lake Jacomo, or relaxing on a pontoon at
and get your hands dirty, it’s part of the experience!
Smithville Lake; all this and more is just outside our door. Want to
The weather here in town lends to evenings outdoors and
learn a new activity? KC Watersports in Paola will be happy to
relaxing on the deck is the perfect spot to enjoy this down time.
teach you –– I can vouch first hand for their paddle board lessons.
Decks have come a long way from being the afterthought add-on.
Don’t have any equipment? Many of the local lake marinas offer
Screened in, fireplaces, sound systems and tvs have all made their
rentals of all types. Jump in, splash around and take advantage of
way into this new room. We found three decks that are perfect for
nature’s playground.
propping up your feet (page 43) and pulled together some fun
Inside this issue, we found some local lake homes that charm
items that can’t wait to be on your deck (page 32).
and delight. The restoration of Ruth Finet’s Lake Lotawana home
Looking fashionable while you’re out and about is always top of
takes us back to a simpler time (page 18), Rosehill Garden’s Prairie
mind. Heading to the K, First Fridays at Crossroads or catching a
Lee Lake backyard transformation gives us a piece of heaven on
show at Starlight, we have the perfect pairings of hats and sandals
earth (page 36), while an unassuming Lake Quivira backyard
for you. Take a peek on page 60.
becomes the perfect gathering place for family and friends (page 52). Whether you’ve spent the day on the water or on the land,
Get outside Kansas City! Enjoy what living here offers –– you won’t be disappointed. KCH&S July | August 2015
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