I looked on The Run Wichita calendar the other day and noticed it had been updated with 2010’s races. So I picked one. I did not think it through first, obviously.
In seven weeks, I will be running 4 miles. Seven weeks. Less than 50 days. I think the reality of this situation is starting to hit me. What is the reality exactly? I currently can’t run 1/4 of a mile without thinking I’m going to die and I have to run 16 of those in seven weeks. I wasn’t a …

The holidays are filled with traditions of all kinds – sacred, off-beat, classic, new…
I recently took an informal Twitter poll about the holiday traditions Wichitans hold near and dear. Some of these may be just like your own and some might become new additions to your list of must-dos for the season.
I will start with mine because, frankly, I’m writing this article and can do what I want. A holiday tradition my husband and I have had every year is to drink champagne or wine and watch A Christmas Story …

We may have snow in the forecast, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a tasty, cold treat. Think of it as a gift to yourself for surviving the hustle and bustle of the holidays.
This week, we’re giving away a $10 gift certificate to Mix It Up, the new frozen yogurt shop located downtown at Douglas and Santa Fe.
With flavors like strawberry, lychee, kiwi, taro and mango and a wide variety of toppings ranging from fresh fruit to granola and even mochi balls, there’s a little something for everyone.
To win, …

Ice Storm | Photo by Shea Sylvia

Is being single during the holidays any different than being single the rest of the year? No. Not really. It just feels different, I guess. Maybe it’s because I see people during the holidays that I usually manage to avoid don’t have the opportunity to see the rest of the year. These “well-meaning” people seem to think asking, “Are you still single?” is an acceptable question to start conversations with. Let me tell you, it is not. Or maybe it feels different because those damn Kay’s commercials start popping up …