May Editor's Letter

For 16 years I’ve anxiously awaited the arrival of May and the end of the school year. On the last day of school, the girls and I would go through all the school supplies and treasures they’d brought after a year’s accumulation in their lockers. We’d throw away most of it and salvage what we could for use at home or for the upcoming school year. But, as with every season in life, this stage is coming to an end in the Sarver home. Our younger daughter is graduating from high school this year! Although I’m excited for her, I’ll miss that last day and end-of-the-year traditions that have been a part of our lives for so many years. To our sweet Ally, congratulations on your graduation! You’ve worked hard, and we are so proud of you and can’t wait to see what your future has in store!

Along with the end of the school year, May brings the unofficial start of summer! It’s always been—and continues to be—my favorite season. I love everything about it: the long, hot days, lots of outdoor activities, unstructured days, vacations, flip flops, visits to the pool and more. There are so many great things that take place right here in KC all summer long! For a list of fun ways to kick off your KC summer, head here. Of course, we also have a day set aside in May to honor moms! Local writer Regan Lyons takes a look at what makes moms so special. I hope that all the moms reading this get a day full of pampering and time spent with loved ones.

Happy Mother’s Day and happy May, Kansas City!