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Wichita’s Sweetest Couple When Rob Snyder and Susan Peters were set up on a blind date in the late ’80s, neither of them were thrilled. One wedding, two kids and three decades later they’re still going strong.

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Smart Watches and Heart Health Patients at risk for a cardiac event may soon be wearing smart watches as an early warning system. Will hip electronics prove as accurate as a wireless EKG patch? Wichita’s AMR plans to find out.

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Sugar Shane’s Café Looking for an oasis in the dead of winter? At Augusta’s destination restaurant you can enjoy Hawaiian Style Whitefish plus Midwestern favorites in a laid-back, tropical ambiance.

HIGHLIGHTS

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10 — THE ABCS OF CBD 16 — LOVE LANGUAGES 72 — KITCHEN TUNE-UP

The Real Dirt On Nutrition Wichita wellness experts say no single diet plan is right for all bodies, but factors like nutrient-dense soil and intermittent fasting can help everyone meet their fitness goals and

on the cover:

SUSAN PETERS AND ROBERT SNYDER

PHOTOGRAPHER:DARRIN HACKNEY LOCATION: LOVE OF CHARACTER AT BRADLEY FAIR

feel great in 2021.

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Lisa Hittle Jazz Plus The beloved former director of jazz at Friends University is still devoted to filling ICT with music — now in the form of an entertainment resource called Lisa Hittle Jazz Plus.

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WRITTEN BY AMY PALSER

GETTING TO KNOW AMELIA

We asked one of our favorite Realtors, Amelia

Q: Name three favorite restaurants.

Sumerell, what makes Wichita such a great

1) My husband Marty’s cooking! That is my

place to live. Read on to find out this Wichita

favorite Wichita “restaurant!”

transplant’s favorite local eats, what teams she

2) Luciano's in Mulvane. Delicious Italian and a

cheers for, and her pet’s hilarious feats!

nice little road trip!

3) Pizza John’s in Derby. Just plain old good

Q: How long have you been a Wichita resident?

pizza. Nothing fancy. If I want fancy pizza, I go

A: 35 years. I moved here from North Carolina in

to Piatto Neapolitan Pizzeria at Douglas and

1986 right after graduating from college.

Hydraulic.

Q: What sports teams do you cheer for?

Q: Where do you take guests who come to

A: UNC Tarheels, WSU Shockers, KC Chiefs

visit Wichita?

WHERE TO FIND THEM Amelia Sumerell 316.393.6161 amelia@plazare.com www.soldonamelia.com

A: Old Town, Exploration Place, Mark Arts, Q: Who are your kids and what are they up to?

the Arkansas River (I love explaining how

A. Elizabeth is 22 and she is a senior at the

we pronounce that), many small clothing

University of Arkansas. She will graduate in

boutiques, and Cocoa Dolce.

May with a degree in business and marketing.

Sam is 19 and a freshman at the University of

Q: What’s great about the Wichita real estate

Kansas. He would like a career doing something

market, and what makes it different from

with the car industry.

other cities?

A: One of the great things about this market is

Q: What's it like working with your husband?

that it has been pretty steady as long as I have

And do you recommend it?

lived here, with a few exceptions. 2020 was

A: It is great … if you are different enough! Marty

one exception when houses were selling with

and I are opposites which makes for a very

multiple offers for over list price! Compared to

complementary relationship. I am Type A and he

other cities, you can get a really nice home here

is more easygoing and laid back. If you are both

for a very reasonable price, and with interest

Type A personalities, I would not recommend it.

rates where they are, now is a great time to buy

Someone could get physically hurt!

a home here!

Q: Do you have any pets? What is special or

Q: What’s the best advice you can give

funny about your pets?

someone who’s moving to Wichita?

A: We have two cats and a dog. We have a sweet

A: I have found that people expect very little

old gray cat named Charlie. He is morbidly

from Wichita because they don't know anything

obese, according to our vet. Batman is a lean

about us. They think of tornadoes and “The

black cat that lives inside and outside, and to

Wizard of Oz.” When they move here, they

our surprise, hunts to bring us squirrels and

realize what an easy city Wichita is to live in:

rabbits. Zorro (Spanish for “fox”) is our Shiba

family friendly, affordable housing, very little

Inu mixed-breed dog. He looks just like a fox.

traffic, a robust fine arts community, great

Zorro comes to the office with us daily. My

restaurants

team spoils him!

spectacular schools (public and private) and

and

shopping,

four

AMELIA’S CHILDREN, ELIZABETH, 22, AND SAM, 19

seasons,

the most genuine people on the planet!

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Wichita’s Sweetest Couple ROB SNYDER AND SUSAN PETERS

Susan Peters is a sucker for a good story. As a television news anchor for 35 years — 20-plus of those in Wichita — Susan’s entire career has revolved around storytelling. And one of her favorite stories of all time is how she and husband Rob Snyder met and fell in love.

The story starts with a guy from Queens, N.Y., and a girl from San Diego — two happy, careerminded 30-somethings who didn’t know if marriage was in the cards. And (spoiler alert) it ends with a wedding, two kids, lots of post10-o’clock-news-broadcast dates, and 30 years of love and companionship that are still going strong. “There are ups and downs; it’s not all fun and games, it’s not all euphoria.

That’s not what love is,” Susan said. “Love is commitment to a family, to a life, and to another person, no matter what.”

The couple says that to be in love, you have to work on being in love. And it helps when, like Rob and Susan, you find someone you just really like to be around.

A CANDLE AND A PRAYER In the late 1980s, Susan Peters was an adorable, feisty, fun-loving newscaster for Channel 12 Wichita who had dated a lot, but hadn’t fallen in love. “My mother, who’s Catholic, and my Bible study teacher kept telling me to pray for a spouse,” Susan said.

“I didn’t want to because I thought, if I ask God, I’ll get some holy-roller weirdo.”

But finally, after a really bad dating experience (one for the books, she says), Susan decided to kiss dating goodbye. “As a last resort, I decided, ‘I’ll do what my mother and Bible study teacher say.’ I said, ‘I’m done dating, God, so forget it. I don’t know if a guy’s going to drop in my lap or what, but I’m done trying to find him.’ ” That was September 1989.

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ACTS OF LOVE Rob Snyder and Susan Peters’ love story has grown to include the people in their community — especially those who are lonely and need a family’s love. Here are a few new projects in which the couple hopes the community will take part.

• Susan’s passion project, Susan’s Kids, is rolling out Phase III, featuring more Kansas children looking for forever homes, and more heartwarming success stories.

Check out susanskids.org for more information.

• With the pandemic, the number of lonely seniors has skyrocketed, so Susan is working with local senior experts on an Adopt-a-Grandparent program. Look for it soon.

• Together with local PBS affiliate, Channel 8 PBS Kansas, Susan will be encouraging families to cook together with a new show, “The Family Dinner Table,” featuring local family and chef recipes to make at home, set to debut in the next couple of months.

THE COUPLE WITH ROB AND SUSAN IN 1992

DAUGHTERS NIKKI AND JENNA

Meanwhile, Rob, a real estate broker who

Susan confessed during that second date that

had moved from New York to San Diego,

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was successful and happy, but it seemed

months before, and then kicked herself for

something was missing. In September 1989,

letting out that little secret. But Rob was

Rob’s friend Margaret was planning a trip to

intrigued. He asked what month she had

Italy and Rob had a mission for her. “I said,

begun praying. September, she said. “I don’t

I know you’re not Catholic, but when you go

believe it,” Rob said, and told her about

to Italy, go in one of those big cathedrals and

Margaret’s September journey to Italy and the

light a candle for me to get married,” Rob

prayer candle.

said. Margaret did, and she even snapped a photo of the lit candle.

The rest, as they say, is history. “That picture that Margaret took of the candle is now in our

A few months passed, and in April 1990, Susan

wedding album,” Susan said. The two were

was back home in San Diego visiting her

married in August 1991.

parents. The neighbor lady, Margaret — yes, the same Italy-bound Margaret — dropped by

‘A GREAT RIDE’

Susan’s folks’ house, and when she saw Susan,

After Rob moved to Wichita, the two continued

she had an idea. “Oh, Sue, you have to go out

to grow their careers — and they started a

with this guy,” said the would-be matchmaker.

new joint venture: welcoming two baby girls

Susan gave a firm “no,” citing her no-dating

over the next six years. (Their daughters, Nikki

vow. So Margaret pulled out the big guns and

and Jenna, are now 27 and 23, respectively.)

went to Susan’s mother. “Dorothy,” she said, “I

Rob continued in real estate, purchasing

want to set Sue up with this great Catholic guy

distressed properties in Wichita and fixing

and she won’t do it.”

them up as entry-level rentals. Susan moved

Susan’s mother stepped in. “My mom got mad

to Channel 10, where she anchored the news

share a bottle of champagne, talk and unwind

for 20-odd years before retiring in May 2016.

while they lounge in the hot tub on their deck.

and told me to go out with him or else if I never

It’s a tradition they started when the girls

got married, she would remind me the rest of

Susan is still a fixture in the broadcast

were young: a standing date every Friday

my life that I turned down that date,” Susan

world, using her platform to help many

night after Susan finished the evening news

said with a laugh. So Susan called the number

local

broadcast and the girls were in bed.

Margaret gave her and made it short and sweet.

Salvation Army, Senior Services of Wichita

“I said, ‘Look, Rob, you don’t want to do this, I

and Wichita’s Littlest Heroes. She is perhaps

As

don’t want to do this. Let’s just go to dinner and

best known for her work with Susan’s Kids,

anniversary this year, they say there’s no

get this over with and make everyone happy.’ ”

her own organization that highlights foster

place they’d rather have enjoyed family,

kids by giving them air time on the news and

careers and love than Wichita. “It’s been a

When Rob arrived to pick up Susan, she was

Facebook. “I’m proud that 40 percent of the

great ride, and Wichita has been a good place

taken aback by his baby blue eyes and dark

children who are featured are placed in a

to take the ride,” Rob said. “I’ve lived in New

hair. The two hit it off as they dined near the

forever home within a year,” she said.

York, San Diego, and I’m gonna tell you, I

charitable

organizations,

including

beach. They were eager to meet for a second

the

couple

celebrates

their

30th

wouldn’t leave this place.”

date, where Rob told Susan, “Wow, you seem

And while they both have their own projects

pretty normal, Sue. It’s tough finding a normal

going, Susan and Rob like to connect by going

woman.” Said Susan, “You don’t understand,

out to dinner together — Georges French

Rob, it’s tough finding a normal man!”

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WRITTEN BY EVA HENRY, M.D., NEUROLOGIST | AGEWELL BRAIN CENTER

The ABCs of CBD (Cannabidiol)

ASK A MEDICAL DOCTOR Q: Suddenly, CBD seems to be everywhere.

What exactly is CBD? Is this medical marijuana?

CBD stands for cannabidiol. There are more than 113 naturally-occurring phytocannabinoids found in the hemp plant, and CBD is just one of them. I tell my patients if the CBD is pure and is extracted from the hemp (cannabis) plant, then it is legal everywhere in the United States. As of now, Kansas has not passed a law to legalize medicinal cannabis, so-called medical marijuana.

Q: How does CBD help the body? Is there scientific proof?

The human body has its own endocannabinoid system (ECS) and therefore has a natural need for cannabinoids. We actually produce our own cannabinoids, called endocannabinoids.

The two most powerful ones are anandamide (Sanskrit for “bliss”) and FAAH. Without getting too deep into the neuroscientific mechanisms, just know that the brain is rich in a type of receptor for CBD, known as CB1 receptors, and the rest of the body — particularly the heart, lungs and the immune system — have CB2 receptors. Receptors are essentially docking sites in our cells that receive signals for biological functions. That

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is why CBD has been shown to promote sleep,

system is a fairly new discovery (1996), and

reduce pain, ease anxiety and more.

therefore it is something that was not taught in medical schools until recently.

Due to the fact that CBD can boost the immune system, demand has almost doubled in my

Once I started utilizing CBD, the responses have

practice through the Covid-19 pandemic. I certainly

been extremely encouraging. It is so rewarding

have doubled up my own regular dose to modify

to see people’s lives change as a result. Many

my stress and immune response. That said,

patients have been able to reduce and even

strengthening your immune defense absolutely

wean off their narcotic pain medication,

does not replace the necessary health practices of

psychiatric prescriptions or sleeping pills under

masking and distancing. The federal government’s

close medical supervision. Anyone who is curious

Department of Human and Health Services (HHS)

about how CBD can help with his or her medical

was awarded a patent in 2003: “Cannabinoids

conditions should talk to a doctor (not a sales

as antioxidants and neuroprotectants.” Anyone

person) before adjusting their medicines.

can look into U.S. Patent No. 60/095,993 for the scientific basis in detail.

Q: CBD is everywhere. What’s the difference between types? You see CBD in gas stations

Q: What is your experience with CBD in your

and mall kiosks. What do consumers need to

practice as a neurologist?

be aware of?

Since the Hemp Farming Act of 2018 made CBD

That is a really important question. Not all

legal in all the United States, not a day goes by

CBDs are the same. Some of my patients

without someone asking about CBD in my clinic.

purchased products online or from different

As a neurologist, many of my patients inquired

stores in town and told me the CBD did

about CBD and medicinal cannabis, even years

not work for them. Quality is key. I told my

before CBD became available in the state of

patients to always ask for certificates. In my

Kansas. I actually had to seek out references

practice, I only carry high-grade products

and attend medical conferences in California

that have been tested free of pesticides

and Canada to learn how to help my patients

and heavy metals, and that are of sufficient

using CBD, because the endocannabinoid

concentration to make a difference.

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Smart Watches Heart Health AND

Can a smart watch accurately warn its wearer

Participants also will learn the results of their

of an oncoming heart attack or stroke? A

own data collected during the study period.

Wichita study is out to discover just that,

“That’s our duty toward them — as a physician

and it’s looking for local participants to help

and as a researcher, any information that

gather data.

comes to light or a new diagnosis that arises, we will notify the patient and guide them

Wichita research facility AMR (The Alliance

toward the next step.”

for Multispecialty Research) — formerly known as Heartland Research — is currently

The study started in January and AMR is hoping

conducting the study that will help determine

for around 150 more participants. Anyone with

the accuracy of smart watches when it comes

a history of irregular heartbeat, from mild to

to irregular heartbeats. “I’m very happy that

serious, is encouraged to apply for the study.

Wichita has this great opportunity,” said

They just have to be age 22 or older.

electrophysiology cardiologist Dr. Ghiyath Tabbal, who is overseeing the study. “It

“The more patients we are able to enroll, the

is on the edge, technology-wise. It’s very

stronger the study will be, the more data will

encouraging.”

be available and the better the algorithm will be,” Tabbal said.

The study’s premise is simple: Participants with a history of irregular heartbeat, heart

Alicia Brandt, patient referral specialist at

palpitation,

atrial

AMR, said participants will be directed in how

fibrillation diagnosis will wear both a smart

to apply the EKG patch (worn on the left side

watch and a wireless EKG patch. Data from

of the chest) and when to change it. Wearing

the watch will be compared to that of the

it shouldn’t affect their daily activities.

beat-skipping

or

an

EKG patch, determining how accurate a smart watch’s heart rate analysis is compared to

“A-fib can cause strokes, blood clots and other

the commonly used FDA-approved patch.

dangerous conditions, and improving the accuracy of these devices to help diagnose

Participants will be provided with the smart

these heart issues for people, it’s already

watch and EKG patches for the 13- to 15-day

making a huge difference,” Brandt said.

study. All contact with AMR — which consists of four visits — will be remote, and the necessary

To take part in the study, call Brandt at

supplies will be shipped. Participants will

316.689.6609, or visit heartlandresearch.com

receive compensation of $625 and return the

and search for “non-invasive atrial fibrillation.”

smart watch at the end of the study.

Tabbal said there is no risk to participants and no procedures involved. “Their data is well protected, and they will get the benefit of

continuous

monitoring

without

any

financial burden.”

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Love Languages In his No. 1 New York Times bestseller, “The 5 Love Languages,” Dr. Gary

Identifying your own love language helps you understand the wants and

Chapman proposes the simple idea that relationships grow better when

needs in your relationship. This can even bring some clarity to why part-

we understand each other. The premise of the book is that people do

ners often misinterpret one another’s intentions. Coincidentally enough,

not give and receive love in the same way. According to Dr. Chapman,

most partners do not share the same love language. Understanding each

each person has a primary love language. An unexpected gift might

other’s love language is crucial to having a healthy relationship. This is

mean the world to someone, while kind words might be the perfect way

not only true to your love life, but also your relationships with family and

to express feelings to another. We all give and receive love in different

friends. Love languages are true to any relationship where we are giving

ways. Surprisingly enough, Chapman claims that there are five specific

or receiving love.

languages which include words of affirmation, acts of service, receiving gifts, quality time and physical touch.

A common issue facing couples today is the struggle to express love in ways that are meaningful to another. Obviously, everyone wants to be

Words of Affirmation

able to show their partner that they care. Yet many people fail to do it

Do you love receiving compliments or hold kind words to a high value?

guages would be a great start. Research has shown that learning how

If so, this might be your love language. These types of people share a

your partner receives love will help you find the best way to display your

desire for recognition and appreciation. In their minds, action speaks

love to them.

in an effective way, caused by this frequent form of miscommunication.

If you find this true to your own situation, learning more about love lan-

louder then words.

To learn more or to discover your love language, visit

Acts of Service

5lovelanguages.com.

Anything that eases the burden of responsibility qualifies as a characteristic behind this language. From chores around the house or even filling up your partner’s car with gas, these acts are usually very simple but account for much, much more.

Receiving Gifts

xoxoxo

Gifts to this type of person show love, thought and effort. The value of the

object does not come from the cost of it, but from the thought behind it.

Just like the cliché saying, it really is the thought that counts.

Quality Time

One-on-one time is what makes this person feel loved the most. This

type strives for their partner’s full and undivided attention and values time spent together over anything else.

Physical Touch

This does not necessarily mean intimacy but can classify as hugs, holding

hands, or any kind of thoughtful touch. If physical presence is crucial to you, then this could be your love language.

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Lose Weight Without Surgery and Keep It Off REAL PATIENTS. REAL RESULTS.

REAL PLASTIC SURGEONS. REAL RESULTS. AMY SPROLE, MD, BRUCE FERRIS, MD AND NATALIYA BISKUP, MD Are you frustrated with diets that don’t work and failed weight loss attempts?

Do you have 20 to 50 pounds to lose? Is your BMI between 30 and 40? Are you ready to learn to eat healthier?

The Orbera Managed Weight Loss System may be for you. Orbera is a two-part weight loss program that helps people achieve their weight loss goals and maintain them long-term and without an invasive surgery. Orbera combines a weight-loss balloon with nutritional coaching and exercise programs. This proven program has helped thousands of people lose up to 3.1 times more weight than diet and exercise alone.

Our patient has changed her eating habits for good and is so happy with her sustained weight loss.

Explain your journey to Orbera and body contouring.

PSC Patient: When I went in for my neck lift, I saw the information about Orbera. It seemed so simple, and I was excited it was non-invasive.

I had tried every diet and form of exercise I could, and still couldn’t lose the weight I wanted to. I inquired about Orbera and decided it was the treatment for me.

How did you feel after treatment?

PSC Patient: The treatment took about 20 minutes. It was pain-free, and I walked out on my own. The first couple of weeks were hard, but I had a lot of support from my Orbera team. I never felt alone.

The Orbera procedure takes about 20 minutes as we place a temporary balloon in the stomach. We do this without any incisions. The balloon stays in the stomach for six months to help encourage the body to adapt to healthier portion sizes. To help patients get the most out of this procedure, we provide a coaching team and connect patients with a dietician. This way, once the balloon comes out, patients may continue to lose weight and keep it off.

How much weight did you lose?

PSC Patient: I lost about 30 pounds, and I am down two sizes. They give you a special scale, and you download an app on your phone.

Plus, you get ongoing support from a person to help you learn how to eat differently.

In addition, many of our patients opt for body contouring options such as tummy tucks and arm and leg lifts to help reduce any loose, hanging skin.

Patients can choose to add body contouring on the day the balloon comes out, or they can come back later for surgery.

Are you happy with your results?

PSC Patient: Yes! I am thrilled — I look great at 63. I would do it over again. My self-confidence is amazing, and I look and feel so much better. I didn’t have any problems at all, and I am so glad I did it.

We are so excited to offer you the Orbera program that helps you control portion sizes and lose weight rapidly, without feeling hungry all the time.

These healthy habits have helped many of our patients.

Do you have advice for people considering Orbera and body contouring?

PSC Patient: Just do it. It has changed my life. You can do just the Orbera, or if you have excess skin, the body contouring really helps.

Neither of the procedures were that bad. It just took a couple of weeks to get used to the balloon. I don’t crave bad food anymore, I eat more slowly, and I look forward to keeping the weight off with what I learned from my support team.

If you’re ready to kick start your weight loss with Orbera and explore body contouring options, your first step is scheduling a consultation with Plastic Surgery Center at 316.688.7500.

BEFORE

AFTER

BEFORE

AFTER

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You deserve expert guidance and exceptional results.

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WRITTEN BY JULIE UNDERWOOD BURTON

WITH STACEY PETERS OF CRAVE BEAUTY ACADEMY

Training the Next Generation of Cosmetologists Q. What new trends in teaching are you looking

Q. For those thinking about a career in the

forward to in 2021?

industry, what advice do you have?

A. For the very first time, we are excited to

A. We invite prospective students to shadow

include curriculum that focuses on highly

our students and watch everything that

education continues during the pandemic?

textured hair, which is hair with a very tight

happens within the salon. Over 95 percent of

curl. We are also developing a curriculum for

the time, students will leave after shadowing

A. Our team swiftly adopted a game plan

wigs, wig fittings and hair extensions, which

knowing if this is the field for them. Our advice

all create different and fuller looks for hair

is to be passionate and do what makes you

of many lengths and updos. Right now in the

happy, even if this might not be a traditional

industry, it isn’t all about the hair and is more

school choice. We also encourage students of

about services offered such as hair additions,

all ages to consider this career, as we believe

hairpieces, high texture, lash lifting, brow

age should never be a factor keeping you from

lamination and dermaplaning.

following your dream.

As part of an industry hit hard by the pandemic, Crave Beauty Academy focuses on two priorities: education and safety.

Q. What steps have you taken to ensure

that secured student tuition funding and implemented the required steps to incorporate distance education. This was truly uncharted territory. We decided to teach through remote learning even before we were asked to do so and immediately began writing a curriculum in response to the pandemic. Often, we had to think outside the box and collaborate in

As a special note, be on the lookout for styles

unique ways with other industry professionals.

that are returning including the late ’70s to

Today, very strict personal protection policies

women and the mullet style cut for men!

have been adopted. Masks are required and checkpoints are in place. Our waiting room remains closed and guests check-in for services from their cars. Stations and classrooms have been rearranged and special “sneeze guards” installed. Our staff is required to complete a rigorous disinfectant protocol throughout the building every 30 minutes and admission tours remain virtual. It’s all about reopening, re-emerging and keeping our

early ’80s Farrah Fawcett layered look for

Q. What can students expect from Crave Beauty Academy?

foundation using Pivot Point techniques for over 30 years. Not only do we teach students these principles, but our instructors take it a step further and teach the “why” behind

Q. What is the feeling you want not only

comprehensive approach for each student.

providing a greater understanding and more

are in your establishment?

Students can also expect years of experience

A. At Crave Beauty Academy, we have a family

seasoned instructors and younger-generation

and want our students to know we care.

Understanding their needs is important as

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Academy and have offered students a solid

the “how” with Pivot Point techniques,

vibe. We refer to all 75 students by name

Crave Beauty Academy 3804 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67203

A. We are a legacy partner with Pivot Point

students and guests safe.

students, but also guests to feel when they

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in their team of instructors including a mix of instructors who expose them to many different trends. Together, the Crave team offers over 70 years of combined experience.

they are learning to maneuver through school, their career and life. We also want our clients to feel this connection and strive to build lifelong relationships with every guest.

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Turn Back the Clock WITH DR. BETHANY J. KING, KANSAS SURGICAL ARTS

Dr. King shares her philosophy and expertise: “I have found that the quickest way to bring back a more youthful look is rejuvenation of the upper face. It makes sense, given that people communicate with you directly by looking in your eyes. So the first determination of your age is generated by what people see around your eyes. The good thing is that this surgery is easily performed without general anesthesia and the recovery is one of least painful surgeries that I do.

Come see me if you really want to turn back the clock.“ Since Covid, people are living in masks and even more attention is drawn to the eyes, and many more people have been interested in rejuvenating their eyes and surrounding areas. Here are the basic components of how upper facial surgery is addressed at Kansas Surgical Arts.

Forehead As you age, loss of elasticity causes skin to loosen and descend. As the central part moves down, you start to raise your eyebrows which leads to the wrinkles that cross your forehead. When the sides of your forehead and temple area start to descend, part of the eyebrow begins bending down and the downward shift causes the skin at the temple to accordion up.

Dr. Bethany J. King has the ability to smooth your forehead skin without “raising” your eyebrows. She raises the lateral brow to

Upper Lid Blepharoplasty This technique removes excess skin of the upper eyelid. Dr. King assesses how much skin she can safely remove, removes it, and then draws the edges together. The scar is in the crease of the lid so that when you open your eye, it cannot be seen. This is not an eyelid lift which raises the eyelid to a higher

Commonly, but not always, all three of these procedures are performed at the same appointment. Each person is unique, and Dr. King designs the best approach for each individual. If you want the windows to your soul to be renovated, she is your face contractor. Call 316.573.4850 for a consultation.

position but simply a removal of excess skin.

Lower Lid Blepharoplasty The eyeball lives within the bone structure of the eye socket. However, the eyeball does not sit on the bone but on a soft mattress of fat. The weight of the eyeball on the fat pushes the fat forward in front of the eyeball. The fat is held inside by a sheet of tissue called the septum. In many people, the septum is fragile and cannot resist the outward push from the fat.

As the years go on, the fat stretches the thin septum and pushes out further and further.

Eventually, when the fat pushes out far enough it acts like a shelf and light cannot hit the skin on the underside, which is one reason you can get a ring shadow under the eye. If you find that you cannot cover up the dark under your eye with makeup, it could be because the dark is not caused by a pigment or color problem but rather a shadow problem. You have to make the skin flat so that light hits the skin uniformly and thus reduces the darkness.

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improve your arch and smooth out the crows feet, helping to subtly return the area to a more refreshed appearance. This surgery is almost always paired with the upper lid blepharoplasty below to complete the rejuvenation of the upper part of the eye.

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GET THE HELP YOU NEED

— NOW —

WITH LISALA COMPUTER SYSTEMS Alain Eboma came to Wichita to run and

Alain worked two years for CybertronPC

he hasn’t slowed down yet. These days,

before deciding “it was time to go out on

the

at

my own” 11 years ago. Today his office at

Friends University hustles to serve clients

English and Broadway boasts a great view

of his computer business, Lisala Computer

of downtown, even if Alain rarely has time

Systems, as quickly as possible.

to enjoy it.

Alain knows how irritating and potentially

Alain appreciates the twin challenge of

costly a computer malfunction can be.

serving human clients while keeping up

former

cross-country

standout

with rapidly changing technology. He fields “As you know, everything is on a computer

calls every day from people and businesses

these days,” he said. “And when they go

whose computers have crashed or slowed to

down, you cannot do anything.”

a maddening pace. With the prevalence of hacking, many commercial and residential

In

addition

to

troubleshooting,

Lisala

clients take advantage of his expertise in

Computer Systems offers a full array of

cybersecurity. Lisala Computer Systems has

computer services ranging from sales and

“wired” many small businesses to create

network security to data recovery and virus

networks of computers that make their

removal. When it’s an emergency, Lisala

work go smoothly.

Computer Systems pledges to respond within 30 minutes.

Alain is happy to be known as a “techie,” but what helps set him apart is customer service.

That recognition of the need for speed in today’s world has won him contracts with US

“I do home and office calls,” he said. “Many IT

Logo, ABC Taxi, McAdams Academy and other

companies don’t, but there are many times

clients. Lisala Computer Systems also caters

when you have to go there.”

to residential customers needing anything from a memory upgrade to a customized

You might say Alain is in it for the long run.

gaming system.

Alain, a native of the Democratic Republic of Congo, decided to make computers his career at the age of 15, shortly after his father bought him a fondly remembered Commodore 64 computer. Marriage to a Kansas girl and the birth of their son made the decision to put down roots here easier since he’d already

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WRITTEN BY KIM DUGGER ATTWATER

‘Quite the Ride’

AUGUSTA’S DESTINATION RESTAURANT

A great meal on the beach may be a lot closer

Daily specials are some of the café’s most

Customers have always been anxious to buy

than you think. Specifically, a 25-minute drive

popular dishes, including Chicken & Noodles

t-shirts, cups and other items with the café’s

from downtown Wichita to Augusta, where the

on Tuesday and Ham & Beans on Wednesday.

motto: “No matter the latitude it’s a tropical

tropical-themed “World Famous Sugar Shane’s

Probably the most unusual special is Monday,

attitude.” Scott thought it was “cool” the first

Café” is becoming a destination restaurant.

when chili is served with cinnamon rolls. “It

time he saw somebody wearing one, in a Wichita

sounds strange to some folks but I highly

mall. Many others have sent back photos of

recommend you give it a try,” Scott said.

themselves wearing the shirts in places such as

Think grilled meats and fresh seafood, midwestern comfort food, Jimmy Buffet tunes

the Caribbean, Australia and Europe.

and plenty of cold beverages. Okay, so there’s

Then there’s Steak Night, generally held on

no actual ocean but there’s artificial turf in

the last Saturday of each month, when Sugar

the huge courtyard outside that’s perfect for

Shane’s serves up ribeye, bacon-wrapped

social distancing.

filets and KC strip steaks sourced from Walnut

“We are having fun with it,” Scott said. “It’s been quite the ride.”

Valley Packing. Come early if you want to be “We have a laid-back tropical surf theme that

guaranteed one of these tasty hunks of meat.

you don’t expect to find in Kansas and I think we pulled it off,” Shane Scott, who owns the

As might be expected from a place with “Sugar”

restaurant with his wife, Tonya, said.

in its name, the dessert menu is extensive. You can’t go wrong with Sopapilla Cheesecake or

Scott said the couple originally planned

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the famous Carrot Cake.

430 State St., Augusta, KS 67010

what they thought would be a “traditional” restaurant for south-central Kansas when

Sugar Shane’s caters all over South-Central

they opened in late 2015. But with the

Kansas

encouragement of customers, things took off

operation, providing spreads for weddings,

in other directions — like the Hawaiian Style

corporate events, family reunions, holiday

Whitefish entrée, which is grilled and topped

parties and even professional sports teams

with roasted pepper and pineapple chutney.

and entertainers. Its onsite event center has

through

its

World Famous Sugar Shane’s Café

Five

Star

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Catering

been used by many a Wichita-area bride for “You need to check it out,” Scott advises. “It’s

rehearsal dinners.

a nice addition to our mostly Midwest menu.”

Like everyone else, the Scotts were forced to Naturally, that part of the menu includes Chicken

adjust by the pandemic. They implemented

Fried Steak and Chicken Fried Chicken, served

online ordering and curbside pickup and

with red-skin mashed potatoes and veggies.

expanded their delivery territory. Adding

Hand-breaded onion rings, bone-in wings with

the “Surf & Turf” courtyard “was a real game

a choice of sauces, pork rinds and Sante Fe egg

changer,” Scott said.

rolls highlight the appetizer selection.

If you would like to see your restaurant

Watch Kim Dugger Attwater’s interview with

in the SPLURGE! Restaurant Spotlight,

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WRITTEN BY KAREN LONG

ALL ABOUT YOU. MAKE 2021 YOUR BEST YEAR.

The Real Dirt on Nutrition With the beginning of a new year, so many of us are resolving to eat better — but what does

Extending the Fasting Window

that mean exactly? While there are a dizzying

How to get started with intermittent fasting?

array of diets to choose from, when we talked

Every night that you have an early dinner

to Wichita health experts their message is

followed by a good night’s sleep you’re

surprisingly unified: There’s no one-size-fits-all

already part way there. Dr. Henry recommends

prescription when it comes to nutrition. They

beginning with a 12-hour fast: Eat dinner around

also point the way to critical factors such as the

7 p.m., consume nothing but water until the next

soil our food is grown in, the timing of when we

morning, and don’t eat breakfast right away.

eat — or don’t eat — and the importance of a healthy microbiome.

"Breakfast is whenever you break your fast.

It does not need to be in the morning. I'd say

Intermittent Fasting

breakfast is still the most important meal of the

“Regardless of what kind of diet a person needs to adhere to — vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, keto or modified keto — fasting works for everybody,” says Dr. Eva Henry, board-certified neurologist and anti-aging specialist. Intermittent fasting, or “timerestricted feeding” to use the proper medical term, has become a hot topic in the last few years, for several good reasons.

protein called brain-derived neurotrophic factor. “BDNF is basically Miracle-Gro for your brain cells,” says Dr. Henry. “If anybody wants to grow more brain cells, fasting is the way to go.” Second, prolonged fasting of two or three days will trigger a natural mechanism of cell renewal called autophagy, which also boosts immune response. And last but not least, Dr. Henry extolls the virtues of time and money saved when you’re preparing fewer meals.

a finicky stomach, there are the additional lowered

caloric

day, but would get "hangry" within a few hours because she was consuming mostly quick bites of carbs. "Anytime you eat, especially high carbohydrate foods, insulin is being triggered to swoop up the excess blood sugar. The sudden drop in blood sugar then makes you cranky

intake

low-carb meals, and less often, you avoid large fluctuations of insulin and blood sugar."

Tips and Tricks Now Dr. Henry regularly fasts for 20 hours per day on weekdays, with a four-hour feeding window in the evening. She says her patients who do the same are amazed that eating less often actually leads to improved energy. Here are a few tips as you’re gradually extending the

For those who want to lose weight or calm of

Dr. Henry used to graze her way through the

and hungry. If you consume bigger portions of

First of all, fasting triggers production of a

benefits

day, and it can be at noon or 2 p.m.

and

sustained resting of the digestive system.

length of the fast: • Drink plenty of mineral-rich fluids, such as mineral water, or one tablespoon of organic apple cider vinegar mixed into 18 ounces of water with a pinch of Himalayan salt. (Low salt can trigger hunger.)

• Consume less sugar, processed food and carbs, and eat more protein and good fats.

The doctor recommends avocados and eggs as good sources.

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• Aim for a macronutrient balance of low carbs, protein (up to 0.8 gm per kgs of lean body weight), good fats and generous amounts of rainbow-colored vegetables.

Intermittent fasting works for every adult, says Dr. Henry, however, children and pregnant women should not fast. If you have diabetes, IBS or chronic illnesses, fasting may help with your condition, but work with a doctor or registered dietician. “We have a fasting ‘club’ here in my practice; it is more fun and encouraging to do as a group!"

“Measuring your gut health is really another way of measuring your brain health.”

Healing the Gut

VERONICA SEBERGER, COGNITIVE PERFORMANCE & HEALTH

During the pandemic more people are loading up on immune-boosting supplements such as vitamin C and zinc, but Veronica Seberger, board-certified

neurofeedback

trainer

at

Cognitive Performance & Health, says actually

Using a test called the GI-MAP, Veronica

Healthy bacteria living in the ground are

absorbing those nutrients is another matter.

Seberger and her husband, Dr. James Seberger,

responsible for breaking down elements in the

Chronic inflammation of the gut can prevent

can identify over 100 bacterial, viral and

soil and making it available to the plant — but

the absorption of nutrients.

parasitic pathogens, different strains of fungi

today’s soil is depleted, holding 80 percent

and yeast, as well as markers of healthy flora.

fewer nutrients than in the past century,

People who experience brain fog, headache

Pathogens they’ve discovered in their patients

according to Borjigin.

and nausea, or difficulty with memory,

include E. coli, salmonella, giardia, norovirus,

thinking

H. pylori and Epstein-Barr virus.

and

processing

may

have

“Hippocrates told us thousands of years ago to use food as your medicine, but the food — even

inflammation of the gut, resulting from an imbalance in the microbiome — the cocktail

After healing and balancing the gut using

in the health food stores — cannot be used

of microscopic flora that’s as “unique as a

medication, probiotics and a special diet,

as medicine because it’s minerally deficient.”

fingerprint,” according to Seberger.

Seberger says her patients “bounce back from

She recommends buying from local producers

the fog.” Moods improve, they sleep better and

who are known as “regenerative” farmers, in

“Our immune system is part of our gut and our

enjoy better overall performance. “Measuring

addition to being organic. “This is a person

gut is part of our immune system. If our gut is

your gut health is really another way of

who has knowledge and expertise for creating

not healthy, it’s not absorbing it as it should.”

measuring your brain health.”

nutrient-dense soil,” a farming method also

Benefits of Fasting Grow brain cells (BDNF) Regenerate (autophagy) Lose fat Save time Save money Better energy Deeper sleep Help the planet

Nutrient-Dense Soil

known as permaculture.

Borjigin’s goal is to avoid having someone

Our guts are not the only system with an

living on supplements for the rest of their

individualized microbiome. “It’s very important

life — even high quality supplements. “It’s still

to understand the microbiome of the soil — the

better for your body to get the nutrients it

health of the soil — and the connection to the

needs from your food.”

human microbiome in our gut,” says Cseeszka Borjigin, who’s partnering with Stacy Gash of

Join us in March for the next installment in this

Hope Grown Ranch to organize a study on soil

series, where we’ll explore the best fitness

quality, and how to supercharge the nutrient

options for being strong, flexible, clear and

level of the produce grown in it.

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WRITTEN BY NATASHA PARK

Valentine’s Song List Have you recently experienced a gut-punch of a breakup? We’ve all been there. To add salt to the wound...Valentine’s Day. To get you through this sweetheart’s holiday, we've provided a powerful and inexpensive remedy for your broken heart.

A study from Freire University in Berlin* found what we already knew: Sad music can make a miserable person feel better.

When a person feels down and listens to sad music, the music acts as a cognitive reward for your brain. The rewards come from identifying the song, empathizing with the singer, and escaping from real-life implications. In other words, your pain gets processed by

1. “Fix You” by Coldplay 1.

2. “That's Life” by Frank Sinatra 2.

listening to an artist sing about their pain.

When your pain is not your focus, but theirs is, your brain gets tricked into feeling safe enough to process and release your own painful emotions.

If listening is not enough to relieve your broken heart, then take it to the next potent level. Another study* found that singing in private causes levels of the stress hormone cortisol to go down. Low cortisol causes feelings of relaxation. So go ahead and belt your favorite sad songs. You don't need to be a good singer or know all of the words to get these benefits.

To the right is a list of break-up inspired songs from various artists, decades and genres. Sing them in your shower and car.

Before you know it, you'll be ready to sing Louis Armstrongs’ “What a Wonderful World."

3. “Gravity” by John Mayer 3.

4. “Falling” by Harry Styles 4.

5. “Act Naturally” by Buck Owens 5. and the Buckaroos 6. “Moral of the Story” by Ashe 6.

7. “Black” by Pearl Jam 7.

8. “Trapeze Swinger” by Iron and Wine 8.

9. “Only One” by Yellowcard 9.

10. “Friends in Low Places” by Garth Brooks 10.

SOURCES “PLoS One” journal from Freire University in Berlin: “The Paradox of Music-Evoked Sadness: An Online Survey” “Frontiers in Psychology”: “Low-Stress and High-Stress Singing Have Contrasting Effects on Glucocorticoid Response”

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Lisa Hittle Jazz Plus Oh, yes! It's the lady with the sax!

Lisa holds a degree in music performance

musicians who make up her bands are former

from Kansas State University. She also earned

students and faculty of great talent and

Meet Lisa Hittle. The most talented, dedicated

a degree in music education and a master's

professionalism.

and professional jazz musician in Wichita.

degree in music performance from Wichita

"Listening to Lisa play gives me a natural

State University.

high," I once told my husband upon watching

The roster of dedicated musicians and diverse genres includes acoustic soloists,

Lisa perform. Although we chuckled about

After college Lisa played professionally with the

classical artists, jazz and rock. Whether it’s

this statement, I later found that scientific

famous Stan Kenton Orchestra. She has also

her own jazz duo, trio or quartet, or one of

studies backed my observation.

performed with artists such as Clark Terry, Bob

the many groups she works with, Lisa prides

Hope, The Four Freshmen, Rodney Dangerfield,

herself on her expertise to book top-notch

Joan Rivers and many other great acts.

groups for your event.

the heart rate and relaxes the body. Even more

Lisa became director of jazz at Friends

When asked if she’s keeping busy enough

fascinating is that jazz can boost the immune

University, where she stayed for thirty years.

during retirement, Lisa said, "I'll always find

system after thirty minutes of listening, and the

There, her groups won many college jazz

something to keep me busy. But mostly, I

effect last up to thirty minutes after hearing.

festivals. They were selected to perform four

have thoroughly enjoyed the extra time to

Improvisational jazz keeps us in the present

times at the prestigious Jazz Educational

hone my craft."

moment. In short, we feel happy, invigorated —

Conference and fourteen times at the Kansas

and we are healthier for listening.

Music Educators Conference. In 2019 Lisa

Don't miss a chance to see Lisa live this

became professor emeritus.

Valentine's

Research on listening to improvisational jazz shows it improves focus and acuity. It slows

Those good feelings must have resonated with

evening

at

Larkspur.

Lisa when she attended a Maynard Ferguson

Currently, Lisa runs her business, Lisa Hittle

elated relaxation as Lisa performs. It will

concert as a sophomore in high school. "Upon

Jazz Plus. It's an entertainment resource for

be the perfect feel-good atmosphere for a

seeing them play, I knew that's what I wanted

restaurants, venues, weddings, corporate

memorable Valentine's date.

to do,” she said.

events, celebrations and private parties held in the Wichita area. The majority of

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Eric Nachtigal, John Moriconi and Strom Sloan

Lisa Hittle

John and Ann Dupuis

Hayley and Cody Williamson

Jeffrey Myers and Scott Hollander

Katie Richardson and Drew Perry

Lori and Dan Newfarmer

Mark Stratton, Rob and Marie Coleman, Beth Staub

Olivia Newfarmer and Aaron Tatro

Monica Lopez and Layla Gordon

Tracy Williams and Deborah Danials

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MAKING LIVES BETTER DURING THE PANDEMIC Home Health & Hospice of Kansas

Oxford Villa Ice Cream Truck Event for the residents

KPTS Phone Drive Volunteer Event

Chaplin Eddie singing for residents at Grasslands Estates

Comfort Care Homes Superhero Event

Halloween Costume Event at Grasslands Estates

Comfort Care Homes Superhero Event

Home Health & Hospice of Kansas Office Christmas Party

Surprising Derby Health & Rehab administrator John Brand as his favorite band, KISS

Reindeer Games at Grasslands Estates

Sherriff Easter and his family taking pictures with Santa at the sherriff's office

Home Health & Hospice of Kansas Christmas Office Party

Santa Event at Glen Carr House Memory Care

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THE HEART OF A HOME KITCHEN TUNE-UP BRINGS MODERN VISION TO OUR FAVORITE ROOM

Envision a beautiful home in east Wichita,

Kitchen trends no longer focus solely on

designer in the industry’s largest showroom in

traditional in styling and stunning in build.

food preparation and dish cleaning. Instead,

the region. According to Rachel, “That’s when,

Yet with time, inevitably there comes the

ever-changing color palettes, material trends,

all of a sudden, everyone is super excited. Until

desire to do something different with those

advances in technology, and new social

you see it, often you really don’t know what

honey oak cabinets, the compact island and

dynamics are key contributors to the rise

you want. Now, your home, your colors, your

time-tested countertops.

of today’s modern kitchen. Consistent with

vision all starts making sense.”

Vermeeren’s vision, a major design demand Step into Christine Vermeeren’s new award-

is the integration of workspaces for all family

Kitchen Tune-Up supports local businesses,

winning kitchen, designed by Wichita’s Kitchen

members, as kitchens are now recognized as

working exclusively with four project partners

Tune-Up. Winner of the nationally coveted

the primary social gathering place bringing

in the Wichita community: Keystone Solid

Chrysalis Award for Remodeling Excellence in

everyone together at the beginning and ending

Surfaces,

2020 and recognized as the “Best Kitchen of the

of each day, including the beloved family dogs!

Remodel and Deffenbaugh Building. Rachel

Year” in the remodeling industry publication

ProSource

Wholesale,

Strategic

proudly adds, “We are the glue holding together

“Qualified Remodeler,” this transitional kitchen

The creativity and award-winning design

all the moving parts completing the project,

remodel features a design that is modern and

services offered by Kitchen Tune-Up are

and are happy to promote and encourage

eclectic, without feeling disjoined from the rest

impressive: The husband and wife team

partnerships within our own community.”

of the traditional home.

owners, Rachel and Adam Phillips, first worked for Adam’s parents who originally owned the

They call their work “tunifying.” According

Working with Kitchen Tune-Up’s design team,

local franchise. In 2015, they became sole

to Rachel and Adam, to “tunify” is to make a

Vermeeren focused on turning the kitchen, hearth

owners and haven’t looked back. Rachel’s

space amazing, while creating an extraordinary

and nook into an open-concept space where

past experience working within Wichita local

experience for you, their customers. So go

the family can gather to cook, enjoy crafts and

design galleries paired with Adam’s experience

forth and get tunified. Some of the most

do remote learning projects together. To create

managing businesses and sales efforts makes

special moments with your family and loved

a clean and elegant look, custom cabinetry was

them the perfect team for your next kitchen

ones will be created in your kitchen, more so

painted white. This look was paired beautifully

project, large or small.

today than ever.

with the contrasting island, which donned an “onyx” stain, giving the traditional cabinet an

After

edgy color that changes hues with natural light

consultation, clients meet with a team of

an

initial

complementary

in-home

and the addition of LED lighting. Walnut floating

designers at Kitchen Tune-Up’s exclusive

shelves, crackled glass gray tiles and new

showroom for a follow-up appointment. At that

countertops were incorporated into the design to

time, clients get to view renderings, see and

warm up the white.

touch hundreds of samples and literally play

WHERE TO FIND THEM Kitchen Tune-Up

Kitchen Tune-Up serves Wichita and surrounding communities including Andover, Newton, Kingman, Derby and Wellington.

3545 N. Hillside St., Wichita, KS 67219 316.558.8888 | kitchentuneup.com

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experts

WRITTEN BY NAHID HOLMES | DESIGN SOURCE INTERIORS

Reward Yourself With A Remodel You’ve survived this crazy year with all the ups and downs, and now it’s time to celebrate Christmas along with the year end! I’m going to go out on a limb here and guess that you’ve spent more time in your kitchen and home than ever before.

Since your family spends most of their time in the kitchen, why not create some additional memories that can last a lifetime?

Christmas is nearly here, and you’re probably still searching for the perfect gift for your spouse. Well, this can be a great reason to consider a kitchen remodel for Christmas!

A kitchen remodel can be a great gift exchange idea for you and your spouse. It’s something you’ll be able to enjoy every day for years to come.

Here are some great ideas and styles to inspire you: Kitchen

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Bathroom

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Home office or library

DSIANDOVER.COM Call or visit our showroom today to schedule your in-home consultation.

imagine the possibilities Outdoor living

FULL INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES INCLUDING: Furniture • Accessories • Large Rug Selection • Custom Window Treatments • Bedding • Art

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home

Q&A

WRITTEN BY JULIE UNDERWOOD BURTON

WITH PHIL DAVIS, OWNER OF SLIDE OUT SHELF SOLUTIONS

The Ins and Outs of Sliding Shelves

Since 2007, Phil Davis has been installing quality, customized pull-out shelving inside many of the kitchens, bathrooms and other spaces in Wichita homes. Designed to enhance organization and storage, here’s how locally owned Slide Out Shelf Solutions will optimize

the front 6 inches of space. How can you help me use more of my space?

A. The pantry is often the most underutilized space with its deep, dark shelves. Some

your cabinet spaces.

organize these spaces fairly well, but often

Q. I have a small kitchen, how can slide-out

of what exactly is in the back except dead

shelves fill up with stacked cans with no idea

shelves help me?

space and possibly expired food!

A. In most homes today, likely you have pre-

Installing slide-out shelves in the pantry is

built, two-door cabinets including one bottom shelf and one top half-shelf installed at the back of the cabinet, which makes access to

definitely our customer’s biggest bang for the buck. Pantries can usually be optimized by adding two to three additional slide outs within the

stored items difficult.

existing space, avoiding stacked cans and expired

Imagine this solution. You now have two and

and sort your items. Slide outs can be fixed or

possibly three slide out shelves that roll out the full depth of the cabinet, which is typically 22 inches. You’ve doubled or tripled your space by installing two or three full, front-to-back shelves with easy access to all the contents on all shelves independently. Customized divided bins can be added to organize items such as cookie sheets, muffin tins, storage bags,

food. The result is you can easily see, separate adjustable providing flexibility for your storage needs. We also have solutions for closet pantries to maximize the width of the door opening.

Q. Underneath my bathroom sink it’s just a big, open space. Can you help me organize this area so I can better utilize it?

containers and lids.

A. Definitely! A single slide out can easily be

Q. I don’t like my lazy Susan. Do you have an

bring out your space. An additional half-shelf

installed in all bathroom vanities to help

alternative?

or caddy system can be added to go around

A. Yes! We have worked hard to perfect a unique

help you organize and utilize your bathroom to

custom design for replacing lazy Susans. Three slide-out shelves, including a top, middle and bottom slide out, replace the lazy Susan with the existing door remaining, making it easy to see and retrieve your goodies. No more reaching, stretching or spinning. Proven to be a great alternative, these three slide outs can be installed regardless of the type of the lazy Susan door. Our slide outs are made of Baltic birch with dovetail corners and are guaranteed for as long as you live in your home.

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Q. My pantry shelves are deep; I’m only using

those plumbing necessities. Both options will make everyday access faster and easier.

At Slide Out Shelf Solutions we come to your home to create your perfect storage solutions throughout your home. Together we will collaborate on a design on how to best maximize your cabinet spaces. There is no obligation and no pressure. We just offer ideas.

When you are ready, just call and we will put together your ultimate storage and organization solutions with Slide Out Shelf Solutions.

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WHERE TO FIND THEM Slide Out Shelf Solutions 2969 W. 13th St., Wichita, KS 67203 316.768.8808 slideoutshelfsolutions.com

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