Wow... Okay good responses... you all have my thanks.
I wonder if I should make up a .pdf sheet of check off points to list A. Things to check with the LA about (amount of extra fabric on edges, density/style/type/thread/etc. of quilting preferences) and B. Quilt prep things (getting rid of worms a.k.a. loose threads, squaring, staystitching if quilt has lotsa blocks or pieced borders at the edges).
I did press my little ol top, but then had to fold it to put it in the box for mailing. I haven't mailed it yet... I could just fold it down the length wise way, then roll it up from there for less wrinkles.
That's curious about the smoking thing. I don't smoke, in fact I'm allergic.... I better make sure that my LAer doesn't smoke herself!
Thanks everyone!