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Monday, Sept. 23, 2024
Good morning to you!

Just last week, I took a look at the rows of music CDs I have in boxes in storage. I wondered if I should keep them, but I just can’t seem to let them go. I spent a lot of my hard-earned money on that music, and it is part of who I am.

I remember being a kid and perusing through the album and 8-track collections of some of my friends’ parents. I was fascinated, especially when finding something not expected, like Jimi Hendrix’s “Are You Experienced” album. You really can learn a lot about people by seeing the music they have purchased.

When Jolene and I were dating, I smiled as I filed through her Elton John, ELO, James Taylor, and Carly Simon music, all influenced greatly by her older sister. Then I cringed over her Indigo Girls, Little Feat and Lyle Lovett CDs. I learned to like some of her music, though. Except the Indigo Girls.

I am intrigued with how our musical interests change over time. Some of the music I listened to in my youth would give me a headache now, but not all of it.

A study conducted at the University of Cambridge in 2013 shares some insight into this. The research shows musical tastes shift as we age and are in line with our key life challenges. It found that “teenage years were defined by ‘intense’ music, then early adulthood by ‘contemporary’ and ‘mellow’ as the search for close relationships increased, with ‘sophisticated’ and ‘unpretentious’ allowing us to project status and family values later in life.” I am apparently still working on the sophisticated and unpretentious stuff.

Also interesting, but from another angle, is a related story from NBC News in 2019. Musician and musicologist Nolan Gasser, who wrote “Why You Like It: The Science and Culture of Musical Taste,” says our musical tastes are based on the seeds that were planted in our early years. Gasser said, as we grow, our musical tastes help us to forge our individual identities — especially distinct from our parents.

“Music becomes that stake in the ground — ‘this is who I am,’ ” Gasser said. “But at the same time, the music people listened to at an early age becomes their native home comfort music. When they grow up, that music will be part of who they are, tied in with memories and growing up. All of these powers are why music is so important to us.”

Now, if I could only find a CD, cassette or 8-track player to listen to all this saved music on.

Have a marvelous Monday, and, as always, I thank you for reading.

Shane Goodman 

President and Publisher
Big Green Umbrella Media
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See Shane Goodman's other columns here.

 
 

Clear Mortgage meteorology

A spotty shower is possible today and Tuesday, but most of us stay dry. The rest of the work week looks gorgeous. Slight rain chances again Friday and Saturday.

For help with pre-approvals or refinancing, get in touch with Originating Branch Manager Carrie Hansen at carrie.mortgage.

 
Featured in this month's CITYVIEW magazine
 

BELLY UP TO...
Merll’s Pub & Patio

By Jackie Wilson

As Waukee’s population soars, residents eagerly await the newest business — and get ready for a night on the town.

One new place, Merll’s Pub & Patio, opened in June and carries on a food and drink tradition established more than 50 years ago.

Merll’s, located at 788 W. Hickman Road in Waukee, is named after owner Travis Tovrea’s grandfather, Merll.

After Merll returned to Iowa from the war in 1945, he and his wife, Irene, settled in Waukee. Shortly after that, they opened up Tovrea’s Station and Café just 200 feet from the new pub.

 
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The 2024 results ...
CITYVIEW's Best Of Des Moines®
 
Best Local Event Decor/Rental Company
1. Bella Flora Event Design
2. Stuart Alexander Productions
3. Let’s Slumber It
 

Read all the 2024 results.

Cast your votes in the 2025 Best Of Des Moines Poll now! Open until Nov. 22. Results to be published in the February 2025 issue of CITYVIEW.

 
 
Featured home for sale
 
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$375,000                                                               1601 19th Place, West Des Moines, IA 50265

This charming ranch home offers 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, featuring a master suite with a walkout to the backyard, a huge jacuzzi tub, and a spacious closet. The massive deck, covered outdoor area, and fully fenced in yard are perfect for entertaining. Enjoy cozy evenings by the fireplace in the open living area downstairs, along with a secret room or storage space.

See the listing here.

 
See More Homes For Sale
 
SOLD: Featured commercial real estate transaction
 

2403 BELL AVE., DES MOINES
SALE DATE: 2024-06-17
SALE PRICE: $1,850,000
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Coffee, Casandra. TNWD researchers reported that coffee can predict the weather. When one pours a cup from a pot of coffee and the bubbles form in the middle of the cup, high air pressure is on the way. When the bubbles form on the edges, low pressure is coming. 

Celtic Music Association announced its season. It’s top shelf, too — One for the Foxes, The Byrne Brothers, Switchback, and the Jeremiahs. Tickets and info here.

BRAVO! Italian Kitchen debuted a $16.99 three-course meal available Monday through Friday, dine-in only. The prix-fixe menu includes choice of soup or salad, a pasta and a choice of cannoli or creme brulee.  

Monday deals

• Aldi stores are running a sale on lamb steaks at $7.99/pound and chicken breasts for $2.29/pound through Tuesday. The German company is also having a sale on German products, everything from brats, truffled knopflis and sauerkrauts to apple walnut cakes, strudels and doppelino cookies.

• Who’s on First (810 E. First St., Ankeny) has steak night on Monday, and it's an 8-ounce filet with mashed potatoes and beans for $19.95.


• Pelican Post (265 50th St., West Des Moines) has a special today on hot beef sandwiches, $10.95 until 4 p.m. 


• Johnny's Hall of Fame (302 Court Ave., Des Moines) serves $12 burger baskets on Mondays and Fridays.


• Price Choppers offer $6 fried chicken dinners today with two bone-in pieces, two sides and a roll.


• Centro (1003 Locust St., Des Moines) has half-price pizza and Peronis tonight after 4. 


• Oh Sushi (2815 Beaver Ave., Des Moines) is now open Mondays and has all you can eat Monday through Saturday $25.99 lunch and $30.99 dinner. 


• Tito’s Lounge (3916 Urbandale Drive, Urbandale) offers all-you-can-eat wings Mondays. 


• Monday brings prime rib specials to both Chicago Speakeasy (1520 Euclid Ave., Des Moines) and Christopher's (2816 Beaver Ave., Des Moines)


Dam Pub (2710 Beaver Ave., Des Moines) has half-price pizza all day.

Sakari (2605 Ingersoll Ave., Des Moines) has "build your own" bowls of Pho Mondays - small ($13), medium ($15) and king size ($20).

Fresh Thyme (2900 University Ave., West Des Moines) is offering 16-20/pound shrimp for $3.99/pound through Tuesday. They also have $9.99/pound prices on swordfish and ahi steaks.

• La Quercia is having a Fall Clearance Sale to make room for new holiday inventory. For a limited time, enjoy 40% off on select artisan charcuterie products such as Prosciutto Americano, Spec Americano, Prosciutto Piccante as well as select varieties of Jambon Americano.

— Jim Duncan, jd91446@aol.com

 
Featured in the current issue of Adel Living magazine
 

New again
Residents share their home renovation experiences.

By Becky Kolosik

For many homeowners, the day comes, sooner or later, when they look around their abode and wonder when the carpet was ever stylish, the wall color ever stunning and the layout ever functional. They realize new curtains, throw pillows and artwork won’t be enough to freshen things up, and the only solution to the weary look of their home is to bite the bullet and invest in some major improvements. And, when the work is done, their home — and enthusiasm for it — feels new.

From dark mid-century to bright country cottage
Kurt and Denette Lickiss have enjoyed living the country life for 19 years.

“I can definitely say that we fell in love with the setting here,” Denette says. “We’ve got the pond, lots of trees, useable outbuildings and a location that’s ‘just enough’ country while only being about five minutes from the middle school and high school.” 

 
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News headlines

FROM KCCI:  Kidnapping suspect arrested in Des Moines. DES MOINES, Iowa — The Metro Special Tactics and Response Tactical Unit was called in Saturday to assist Des Moines Police Department detectives in arresting a kidnapping suspect.. ...READ MORE

FROM WHO-TV: Library sees rise in local support after becoming a community hub. DES MOINES, Iowa — Libraries across Iowa are transforming into community hubs and one Creston library is seeing more community support because of it.   ... READ MORE

FROM WOI-DT Local 5: Saylorville man beats Guinness World Record for fastest motorized wheelbarrow. The previous record was 47 mph and John Loghry reached 57 mph.   ....READ MORE

 
Sports headlines
ESPN: Skylar Thompson exits Dolphins' loss to Seahawks with chest injury.   ...READ MORE 
 
SPORTS ILLUSTRATED: In a Year Marked by Loss, Fever's Kelsey Mitchell Is Ready for Her Playoff Moment   ... READ MORE
 
CBS Sports: Tigers surge into MLB playoff field in wild-card tie as Twins fall out: Can Detroit pull off wild finish?  ...READ MORE
 
1846: Planet Neptune is discovered. German astronomer Johann Gottfried Galle discovers the planet Neptune at the Berlin Observatory.  ... READ MORE
 
1944: FDR defends his dog in a speech. ... Roosevelt said that though he and his family had “suffered malicious falsehoods” in the past, he claimed the right to “object to libelous statements about my dog.” Roosevelt went on to say that the desperate Republican opposition knew it could not win the upcoming presidential election and used Fala as an excuse to attack the president... ..... READ MORE
 
1949: President Truman announces Soviets have exploded a nuclear device. In a surprisingly low-key and carefully worded statement, President Harry S. Truman informs the American people that the Soviets have exploded a nuclear bomb. The Soviet accomplishment, years ahead of what was thought possible by most U.S. officials, caused a panic in the American government. ... READ MORE
 
 
Birthdays and notables
 

These celebrities were born on this date: Jobe Bellingham, Bruce Springsteen, Anthony Mackie, Molly Carlson, George White, Anneliese Van der Pol, Sheff G, Skylar Astin, Jason Alexander, Julio Iglesias

SUBMIT: Send your birthday greetings and congratulatory notes to: tammy@iowalivingmagazines.com

 
Morning chuckle

The answer to yesterday's riddle:

What’s the difference between Batman and a robber? Batman can go into a store without Robin (robbing)! Thanks for all the answers Gail Tomlinson, William Snyder,  Rex Post, Kris Laurson, Rich Boger, Carolyn Rogers.

Today's riddle:

What do you call a frozen droid?

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