Have you had a bout of the wintertime sniffles yet? Or something worse? If not, you likely will. When you do get sick, do you have any tried and true remedies you rely on? Most of us have some that were handed down by our parents or grandparents that we think make a difference — or at least make us feel a bit better while the sickness works its way out of our bodies.
Eating chicken noodle soup has been a common practice for centuries. Generations from virtually every culture swear by the benefits. The warmth of the broth. The rich, savory flavors of the chicken, vegetables and noodles. Campbell’s was right. Soup is good food.
How about hot tea? There is something about hot tea when I am sick that is irreplaceable. It relieves stuffiness. It soothes my sore throat. And that warmth just feels good.
My go-to when I am really sick is the blue liquid nighttime cold medicine. It feels warm going down, and it knocks me out. I just can’t take it too late at night, or I am worthless the next morning.
A hot bath also feels great when my body aches. Getting undressed and into the tub isn’t enticing when I am sick, but once I am soaking, the relaxation arrives. Getting out isn’t fun either, but it is all worth it.
I can deal with most parts of being sick, but the sinus pressure is the worst. I realize nasal spray can be a challenge to wean from, but it sure provides instant relief. Neti pots and similar devices help me somewhat, too — as does a humidifier.
Orange juice isn’t just for breakfast anymore. Some people swear by loading up on the natural vitamin C when they feel a cold coming on. And it tastes good. Why not?
In my father’s day, most everyone seemed to rely on taking two aspirin to cure everything. Dad had a little tin of Bayer aspirin in his pocket at all times, just in case.
When I was really sick as a child, Dad would put vapor rub on a hand towel and wrap it around my neck. It seemed to do the trick, or at least it smelled and felt like it was doing something. I still rely on it from time to time.
The best remedy for me, though, is sleep. When I am tired, my body lets me know. And some good, old-fashioned rest seems to be the best medicine.
Surely you have some other cold remedies that make you feel better. Send me a note and let me know.
Have a terrific Tuesday, and thanks for reading.
Shane Goodman
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FROM KCCI: Addressing the chronically absent at West Des Moines Valley High School. WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — West Des Moines Valley High School parents recently received an email from Principal David Maxwell detailing a first-semester issue with chronic absenteeism. These numbers include 300 tardies and 580 unexcused absences per day during the first semester of school, which ended last week. ...READ MORE
FROM WHO-TV: Iowa State reaches highest AP ranking in program history. The 14-1 Iowa State Cyclones are reaching heights the men’s basketball team has never seen before with its latest AP ranking. The Cyclones are now the number two team in the nation. ...READ MORE
FROM WOI: VERIFY: Facebook posts about serial killer in the Des Moines metro are false. ... A user named "grace p" that made the post is listed as an "Advertising Agency" that is based in New York City. ...READ MORE |
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Clear Mortgage meteorology
The coldest day of the work week is ahead. Temperatures then climb into Friday. Cold air returns next weekend.
For help with pre-approvals or refinancing, get in touch with Originating Branch Manager Carrie Hansen at carrie.mortgage. |
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| Read the latest CITYVIEW | | | BELLY UP TO...
Shirley’s Bar & Grill
By Jackie Wilson
One of West Des Moines’ newest restaurants is NOT a sports bar. At least that’s what it says on the back of the servers’ T-shirts.
Take a peek into Shirley’s Bar & Grill, located at 9250 University Ave. in West Des Moines, where you’ll find a lively atmosphere, good food and tasty drinks — all at price points that won’t strain the wallet.
On a recent visit, 1980s music played along to a Madonna video, an ode to the old MTV days. A ballgame or two showed on a few screens, but sports isn’t the focus. Instead, search for your favorite oldies movie star or musician photos from those that are plastered on a huge wall. In the corner, another wall of celebrity mug shots offers conversation starters. Perched on a long shelf above the booths are colorful lava lamps with iridescent blobs floating dreamily in all directions. | | | READ MORE |
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Tuesday touts
• The hottest trend in whiskey, and whisky, is aging them in Japanese Mizunara oak barrels. Distillers value the leaky, expensive casks for the delicate flavors they impart. Whiskies aged in them fetch impressive prices. The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States reported that U.S. imports of whiskey from Japan rose nearly 20-fold over the past decade, reaching a value of more than $80 million in 2023. Mizunara barrels can run between $4,000 and $8,000 apiece as the trees take 200 years to mature and must be felled in the legally sanctioned way. Glendalough Distillery in Ireland’s County Wicklow was the first to use Mizunara. Rabbit Hole Bourbon released its 15-year-old Founder’s Collection Limited-Release Mizunara with a price tag of $1,500. Barrell Bourbon has several in the $40-100 range. Dewar's and Chivas Regal have Mizunara Scotches in the $23-50 range.
• Jesse’s Embers is for sale, and there are many suitors. It's a civic heirloom. See it before it changes.
• Oleandri wines are now available in Iowa. Oleandri sources grapes from sights like Beckstoffer's Georges III, Moulds Family Vineyard, Howell Mountain, Stagecoach Vineyard, Rodgers Creek Vineyard, and Lindsay's Vineyard. Prime & Providence is introducing Oleandri Tuesday, Jan. 21 for an all Oleandri five-course dinner featuring the top tier reserve cabernets from both Howell Mountain and Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard. Owner Fred D'Amato will talk about his wines and philosophy. Chef Dominic Iannarelli will pair - $200.
Tuesday deals
• On the Hook Fish & Chips food truck is in town today at Ace Hardware (4808 University Ave., Des Moines) from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The fish is wild caught Alaskan cod.
• Angry Goldfish (2301 S.W. Ninth St., Des Moines) offers a Tuesday burger and a pint deal for $10.
• Beaver Tap has $7 burgers including a side on Tuesdays.
• Pelican Post (265 50th St., West Des Moines) has a special today of a burger with fries and a beer for $10 until 4 p.m.
• Hy-Vee stores are promoting $6 Tenderloin Tuesdays with a BPT and tots bargain priced.
• Kelly’s Little Nipper (1701 E. Grand Ave., Des Moines) offers really good tenderloins with a side and drink for $11.50 on Tuesdays.
• KFC has a Tuesday special of eight pieces of bone-in chicken for $10. They also have a new two-piece dinner with mashed potatoes, gravy and a biscuit for $4.99.
• Mickey's in Yale (217 Main St., Yale) offers breaded pork chop specials on Tuesdays.
• Abelardo's stores offer five tacos (hard, soft or fried) for $5.99 on Tuesdays.
• Irina's Steak and Seafood (650 S. Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines) has a new Tuesday special — 2.5-pound live lobster with two sides $50.
• Kwik Stars offer $1.49 grilled cheese sandwiches on Tuesdays.
• Sakari (2605 Ingersoll Ave., Des Moines) has steak (12-ounce ribeye or New York) dinners with miso, salad and rice for $25 on Tuesdays.
• Westown Tap (3530 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines) has a Tuesday special smash burger with a choice of side $10.
— Jim Duncan, jd91446@aol.com |
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The 2024 results ...
CITYVIEW's Best Of Des Moines® | | | Best Ankeny Store
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The 2025 Best Of Des Moines Poll is now closed. Results will be published in the February 2025 issue of CITYVIEW. |
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Featured in the current
issue of Johnston Living magazine | | |
Seeing the need in the community
Olsens among those who foster children.
For a foster child, going to a new home can often be a daunting task, and understandably so.
Laura and Buck Olsen of Johnston know this all too well, having brought a foster toddler into their family of Max, Kendall, Charlie, Zoe, Tate, Mia and Finn recently.
But like any good parent, they stepped up and did what was necessary: make the child feel at home.
“It’s so important to know that the kids may be very scared and uncertain as they move in with a new family,” says Laura Olsen. “Doing everything you can as a foster parent to make the child feel safe, cared for and keeping whatever routines are possible are all so important when a child comes into foster care.”
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NFL Monday Night game: MIN 9 LAR 27
FROM ESPN: Texas man arrested, charged with stalking Fever's Caitlin Clark ... READ MORE
FROM SPORTS ILLUSTRATED: Cowboys, Mike McCarthy Part Ways After Disappointing Season. ... READ MORE
FROM Yahoo Sports: MLB free agency: Dodgers, Padres, Blue Jays reportedly the finalists for Roki Sasaki. ... READ MORE |
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1969: Explosion rocks USS Enterprise. An explosion aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise kills 27 people in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, on January 14, 1969. A rocket accidentally detonated, destroying 15 planes and injuring more than 300 people. ...READ MORE
1784: Continental Congress ratifies the Treaty of Paris, ending the American Revolution. On January 14, 1784, the Continental Congress ratifies the Treaty of Paris, ending the War for Independence. In the document, which was known as the Second Treaty of Paris because the Treaty of Paris was also the name of the agreement that had ended the Seven Years’ War in 1763, Britain officially agreed to recognize the independence of its 13 former colonies as the new United States of America. ... READ MORE
1958: Scottish serial killer Peter Manuel arrested. On January 14, 1958 (some sources say January 13), Peter Manuel is arrested in Glasgow, Scotland, after a series of attacks over two years that left between seven and 15 people dead. ... READ MORE
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