Hello Kelly,
"We wanted to let you know what an amazing job Elisa does with children. We have a two year old that we have only left with family, no outside sitters.
We bought a condo in Lahaina last year, so we are now spending a few months a year there. One of our friends recommended Happy Kids, saying she had heard good things. When we booked our first sitting, we had already decided that if the sitter came and we did not have good feelings we would just stay
home. Elisa was wonderful, so sweet and such good energy. During our few months there we were able to book Elisa several times. Each visit Elisa came with a new tote full of toys and books. Every evening when we returned home we found a new art project and a journal of what Emily and Elisa had done
that evening, be it playing games or discussing emotions. Having Elisa gave us the freedom to have some adult time and to enjoy Maui's evening activities…if we only had and Elisa in Canada!! Thank you for providing such a wonderful service, staffed by such amazing people!"
Cheers,
Dawn & Monty
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"My wife & I just had a great time at the Ritz! We came with our two kiddos but the kids camp was closed so we were given the name of a nanny agency Happy Kids to use, we wanted to go on a sunset sail but we wanted romance so we called Happy Kids one call two hours later Sarah
our nanny showed up with toys & Games, off we went, our evening was perfect the kids had a great time we had a great time. The Ritz treated us like royalty & since we travel to Maui for work we now know we can use Happy Kids
anytime-they never close ! We had such a great time I just had to write
about it! We will be back!"
Mark
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“I wanted to thank you for the babysitting [at the 2011 Building Bridges Awards Dinner at the Marriott in Phoenix]. That was the best arrangement I have ever seen at any Muslim run event!!! No TV or electronic gadgets, just good old fashioned toys and kids, playing and having fun :) The ladies were so nice... they really interacted with the kids. Also, they were very creative... they took the covers off the tables and made the kids cozy on the floor when some of them started to tire :) I would recommend Happy Kids Arizona when the need arises for other community events.”
Member, Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona (ISBA)
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"We used the Happy Kids service while we were in Maui in February. I received a recommendation from the Ritz Carlton, but also did my own research and was confident that with Happy Kids I was leaving my children with the right people. I wanted to take a moment to also recognize Lindsay, who we ended up having multiple times. She was so perfect for our family and my daughter! She was fun, outgoing, confident and creative. So thank you for giving us a peace of mind of mind!"
Sincerely,
Nicole Murray
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Hi Kelly,
"This email is very overdue, but I wanted to send you a note thanking you SO very much for matching us up with Carolyn Baker. She was an absolute dream! She was wonderful with our infant, Anna, and made us feel so comfortable right away. We can't thank you enough! We were able to have a little
adult time away while on vacation knowing that Anna was in great hands. I will be recommending you to our friends who go to Kauai and Maui for SURE! We hope to be back and we will be calling again!"
Thanks!
Katie Kozlowski
Dettagli Weddings
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Dear Kelly,
"We thought you might enjoy some photos of our recent trip. As you know, we've travelled to Maui from snowy Canada with James and George, first as babies and now big boys, along with family or friends since 2001. Happy Kids has provided us with wonderful nannies on every occasion and is one of
the main reasons we can truly enjoy this beautiful island. Our boys and their best friends Francesca and Olivia are very attached to Jacqui and can't wait to see her each year. In fact, when we suggested that perhaps they might like to come to dinner with us themselves next year there was a
unanimous veto - they'd rather spend the evening exploring with Jacqui than dining with us! I guess I can't say I blame them. We've been able to play with them all day in the sun, then head out for "grown-up" dinners each night, knowing they are enjoying their own adventures with your wonderful
Jacqui. We can't wait to see you again in 2010."
Stephanie Cleary and Padraic McCombe
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"I highly recommend The Happy Kids Nanny Service as a childcare provider for your many guests traveling with children. The nannies are very professional to work with and they provide quality childcare as well as lots of fun for your younger guests. Kelly Lightfoot goes above and beyond providing nannies at the last minute to anticipate your guest’s wishes and needs. Nannies provide fun and safe age appropriate activities and genuinely care for children of all ages. Many of our repeat guests have consistently requested Happy Kids Nanny Services. I have utilized the nannies in our Ritz Kids Programs as additional staff and they are always a pleasure to work with. I’ve worked with Kelly for many years and feel confident in promoting the services that she provides."
Me Ke Aloha Pumehana
(With Warmest Regards)
Lauren Wideman - The Ritz Kids Program Manager
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Kelly,
"My family and I have just returned from a week's vacation on Maui. We were lucky enough to have had Eliza Leialoha join us for part of each day of our vacation. Please pass along our accolades to her.
On behalf of my family I wanted to let you know that Eliza was beyond fabulous, and has forever spoiled us for future childcare. Eliza provided evening childcare for my 3 year old daughter and my 9 month old nephew. She was calm, reliable, patient and incredibly entertaining. We were awed each evening as she brought out a new toy or art project for the kids. Most evenings we'd come home to "gifts" that the kids created during our time away. My daughter took to calling Eliza "my new friend" and couldn't wait for her arrival each day. Eliza was incredibly attentive as well as observant to the kids needs. She even went so far as to pick me up some more Goldfish Crackers when she noticed that we were running low. If Eliza is any indication of the staff at Happy Kids we will gladly recommend your services to all our friends on their travels...and of course I'll be calling you on my return trips."
Thanks much,
Heather Palamountain Shawn Rodger
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Dear Kelly,
"I can't say enough about your services! Like all new Mothers I was reluctant to leave my precious baby, Sydney, with a stranger, but I was immediately impressed with your customer service. Thank you for making sure my baby was as happy as your name implies!
We absolutely loved your nannyl!! From the moment she walked in our hotel room and held Sydney I had complete confidence that Sydney would be well cared for AND that she would even have fun while I was away. Your nanny came with her own toys and books and was so loving and caring. It was clear this was not just a job to her.
I am still so touched when I recall how your nanny interacted with Sydney. She is clearly "called" to take care of babies/children. Sydney is a bit finicky when it comes to who cares for her, but she immediately warmed to heri. It was so sweet to see and so reassuring to us. Knowing Sydney was in such good hands allowed us to relax and have a much needed break.
Thank you again for how you handled our request for Jacqui. I appreciate your professionalism and dedication to the happiness of the child. We will DEFINITELY use your services on our return trips (requesting Jacqui), and I am already recommending you to friends here. Our best to you and your team in 2006!"
Many Mahalos!
Melissa, Kyle and Sydney Bland
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Hi Kelly,
"My husband Paul and I were in Maui June 4-14 and were pleasantly surprised at how easy your service was to use. We were shocked at how well our son Dylan (4 mos old) took to Tammy Griffiths and that made us feel much less nervous about leaving him. She was wonderful and made us feel at ease.
Dylan smiled as soon as he saw her. We arranged to have her babysit again before we left. What a great service you have. We look forward to using Happy Kids when we return to Maui."
Thank you!
Nalini & Paul Kelly Hackettstown, NJ.
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Kelly, I wanted to send you a quick note to tell you how fantastic Sarah Westbrook was this past week. She was professional, always on time but most importantly wonderful with our 5 month old son. She was so nurturing and I could tell right away she had lots of experience with newborns. She could anticipate Ty's needs from the instant she met him.
The biggest compliment came from a “pool goer” who was in the lounge chair next to us, my husband and I had gone out to lunch and Sarah stayed by the pool with Tyler. When we returned the lady could not believe that Sarah was a nanny and not Tyler’s mom. She was so caring and attentive to Tyler, she really was shocked. That is a powerful compliment to Sarah from a stranger just watching her interact with our son.
Thank you for setting us up with her. It made our vacation so enjoyable to have her help out and get away for a few excursions and dinners. We will be back to Maui in a few months and look forward to booking with you again! We will recommend your service to our friends as well!
All the best,
Stacey Shane
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Hello Kelly,
"Denise sat with our daughter, Katrina, at the Marriott Ocean Club recently. I must say I think she was the best babysitter we have ever had! My daughter, who adamantly refused to have a sitter, fell in love with her immediately. After she left she asked for her to come back the next day. She
cried the next day when she realized we had some family time planned and we would not be able to ask Denise back. She still talks about her today and how much fun she had. Thank you for sending us such a wonderful person! We will recommend your service and her to our friends who are coming to
Maui soon."
All the best,
Susan Stone
