Adel Man First Iowan to Climb Nine of the Seven Summits
Brian Block – 1st Iowan to Climb 9 of the 7 Summits
In 2013, DiscoverAdel.com was proud to interview Brian Block of Adel as the first Iowan to complete the Seven Summits Challenge.
Though there is some debate amongst the climbing community, the “original” Seven Summits (in order of Brian’s completion) are Denali/ Mount McKinley in Alaska, Aconcagua in Argentina, Kosciuszko in Australia, Mount Everest across China and Nepal in Asia, Elbrus in Russia representing Europe, Vinson Massif on Antarctica, and Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Africa.
Among the climbing community, Mont Blanc, located on the Italian/French border, and the Carstensz Pyramid in Indonesia, are considered contested peaks, though equally difficult to surmount.
This summer, Brian’s dedication to mountain climbing continued as he became the first Iowan to climb all nine summits!
We wish safe travels to Brian as he returns from Indonesia and congratulations on completing this amazing feat!
Adel is honored to be home to Brian Block and his family – the first Iowan to climb the nine highest peaks across the world.
Read the full 2013 article about Brian’s passion for mountain climbing.
Ames Adventure Outfitters (AAO)
Brian Block
23790 Glenwood Circle
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 451-8015
Facebook: Ames-Adventure-Outfitters
Website: www.goaao.com
Adel HealthMart “Marvelous Monday” & “Win it Wednesday”
Monday on November 14th, Adel HealthMart will be starting “Marvelous Monday” and “Win it Wednesday”.
On Monday’s Adel HealthMart offer a particular item at 25% off and on Wednesday they will have a giveaway.
Follow Adel HealthMart on Facebook for more information!
Hours
Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sunday: Closed
Adel HealthMart
113 N 9th St.
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-3644
Email: jane@AdelHealthMart.com
Website: www.AdelHealthMart.com
Facebook: AdelHealthMart
City of Adel – Proposed Hotel-Motel Tax Information
Courtesy of City of Adel:Proposed Hotel-Motel Tax
November 8, 2016 Election Ballot Question
The City of Adel has placed a 7% Hotel-Motel Tax question on the upcoming election ballot that will be decided on November 8, 2016.
RE: City of Adel’s Hotel- Motel Tax Ballot Question
Dear Residents,
The City of Adel has placed a 7% Hotel – Motel Tax question on the upcoming election ballot that will be decided on November 8, 2016.
The proposed 7% Hotel- Motel Tax is a transient tax that would be paid only by visitors and patrons staying at a future hotel or motel located within City limits. As noted in this packet, 152 cities in the State of Iowa have such a tax.
This packet includes information regarding the proposed Hotel-Motel Tax, which was approved for placement on the ballot by the Adel City Council and based on a recommendation by the City’s Economic Development Commission. The tax was proposed due to the increased interest and activity in locating a hotel in Adel.
The City would use the proceeds from the Hotel- Motel Tax for community events, cultural and recreational programming, tourism, projects sponsored by the Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce, and other general uses. This packet includes a variety of programming and service examples that other cities in Iowa have been able to fund using their Hotel- Motel Tax proceeds.
In addition, this packet includes an F .A. Q. created by the Iowa Department of Revenue. The F.A.Q. answers a number of questions and scenarios about this kind of transient tax.
While the City of Adel cannot advocate for or against the proposed Hotel- Motel Tax, it may provide information about the ballot measure.
Please contact Adel City Hall with further questions.
Sincerely,
Anthony Brown
City Administrator
Review the Hotel Motel Information Packet.
Adel City Hall
301 S. 10th Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4525
Website: www.adeliowa.org
Facebook: facebook.com/CityofAdelIowa
Terry Traveler – Visits Casey’s
Terry Traveler here with a local review of the Casey’s General Store in Adel.
This summer I traveled around Iowa and found that I often chose to stop at Casey’s General Store. They are generally pretty well stocked on items I want on a road trip- gas, soda, Funions, and donuts.
Some jerky, transmission fluid, a new hat. You know, milk, eggs, a nice bottle of Iowa vino, the basics.
Something I really like about Casey’s is the new deli sandwich area added to stores across the state. The customized deli sandwiches and wraps are good, fast, and affordable. I’m glad I also gave the fresh egg salad and chicken salad croissant sandwiches a try- they make a good, quick lunch.
I learned not every Casey’s is the same and my favorite is right here in Adel. The store has friendly employees, is very clean, and stays stocked up on all the essentials. Our kitchen does a great job making breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. My favorite is the Taco pizza, or the new Chicken Spinach Artichoke pizza. And the Casey’s in Adel now offers delivery, typically in 40 minutes or less.
In Adel, I know we can all like the convenience of picking up last minute items on Sunday when the local grocery store is closed. I gas up the car, grab dinner, pet food, and get home in 15 minutes or less, which is pretty great.
So stop in to Casey’s General Store in Adel and find out what makes our local store the best around!
Terry Traveller
Email: terry@discoveradel.com
Facebook: DiscoverAdel.TerryTraveller
Work Begins on the Nile Kinnick, Jr. Museum Addition
Work has begun on the Nile Kinnick, Jr. and the Governor George Washington Clarke addition to the Adel Historical Museum.
Thank you to everyone who has supported this project, including the Dallas County Foundation.
More photos available on the City of Adel Facebook page.
Adel Historical Museum and Kinnick Clarke addition
1129 Main Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-1032
Author Joan Becker at the Adel Public Library Oct 7th
Courtesy of Adel Public Library:
Published: September 2016
The Adel Public Library is pleased to welcome Joan Becker, author of Sentenced to Life: Mental Illness, Tragedy, and Transformation for a book discussion on Friday October 7th at 4:30 pm.
“On June 24, 2009, Parkersburg, Iowa lost a pillar of its tightknit community.”
Come and “discover the confidence that buoys author Joan Becker and her family as they push for reform in the broken mental health system before more lives are ruined. Their story offers hope, help, and heart-felt compassion.”
“Joan is the mother of Mark Becker who lives with Paranoid Schizophrenia. Joan speaks at schools, mental health conferences, NAMI, churches, and other venues sharing their family’s story of trying to find help and treatment for Mark.”
Adel Public Library
310 S 10th St.
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-3512
Website: www.adelpl.org
Library Hours:
Mon. and Fri. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tues. -Thurs. 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sat. 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Tractor Supply Co Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening Oct 20,22
Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce:
Join the Adel Partners Chamber and Tractor Supply Co for a Ribbon Cutting and Open House on October 20th, 2016 from 5:30 pm at 4001 Ash St. DeSoto, Ia.
Come Cut the Ribbon and Stay for the Shopping, 10% off everything in the store.
Grand Opening – Saturday, October 22, 2016 from 8 am – 8 pm.
Events to Include:
- Free hats to the first 800 through the door
- Drawing for Gift Cards throughout the week-end.
1-$1000, 1-$500, 1-$250, 2-$100 and 1 -$50 - Tractor Show
- A Heintz 57 Pet Adoption
- Adel FFA Cook-out
Tractor Supply Co
4001 Ash St.
DeSoto, Iowa
Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 73, 301 S.
10th Street, 2nd Floor
Adel, IA 50003
Email: chamber@AdelPartners.Org
Website: www.adelpartners.org
Facebook: AdelPartnersChamberOfCommerce
Mike Whisner – ADM Football Coach and Educator
This month we spoke to Football Coach Mike Whisner about the spirit of coaching and the importance role sports plays within the ADM school district.
Dallas County 4-H Club Celebrates 100 Years!
Courtesy of the ISU Extension Office:
The Sugar Grove Sunshine 4-H club is celebrating their 100 year anniversary!
Join them at their open house on Saturday, September 24
from 1 to 5 p.m. at Lake Robbins Ballroom, Woodward.
Enjoy refreshments. Share memories. Watch short programs led by local youth.
Search a membership list from 1917 to today. View old photos. Listen to songs sung by members. Connect with Dallas County’s oldest – yet still vibrant – 4-H club!
More information on the celebration’s Facebook event page.
Dallas County ISU Extension Office
2059 Fairground Road
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4281
Fax: (515) 993-1027
Website: www.extension.iastate.edu/dallas
E-mail: xdallas@iastate.edu
Facebook: ISUExtensionDallasCounty
Mystery of Missing Oakdale Gate Solved
You may have noticed the Oakdale Cemetery gate and sign is not up — Where did it go?!
The City of Adel in partnership with the citizen’s group, Oakdale Pride, is currently working on many revitalization projects of our cemetery! The entrance is first to get our attention.
Next time through, please notice the bridge. It has been power washed, probably for the first time ever and is looking great! The gate and sign are down for much needed repairs and will be powder coated and reinstalled with new letters to proudly proclaim Adel’s pride in our cemetery!
You can donate to the revitalization project by check made out to: City of Adel/Oakdale Pride and either drop it off at City Hall or mail it to: City of Adel, Attn: Anthony Brown, 301 S. 10th Street, Adel, IA 50003.
100% of all donations will be directed to the cemetery project and donations are tax deductible.
For information on the planned Oakdale improvements, fundraising events, and volunteer opportunities, please visit: http://AdelOakdalePride.weebly.com or leave your name and contact information at City Hall and a member of Oakdale Pride will reach out to you.
Your interest, support, and involvement in this worthwhile project is greatly appreciated!
Adel City Hall
301 S. 10th Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4525
Website: www.adeliowa.org
Facebook: facebook.com/CityofAdelIowa
Terry Traveler – Desert Journey
I had trouble believing at first, but if anyone would wander around in the desert wearing a parka it’d be Terry. That still doesn’t mean I’m paying the receipts on this one. – Editor
The other day I, Terry Traveler, your loyal explorer of places unknown, found myself in a captivating place of wonder.
It had been a long journey through desert terrain leading me towards a gigantic monolith against a blue horizon.
The last thing I remember was seeing a camel, thinking I should call out for help, and a soft grainy pillow of sorts that I fell upon.
I awoke surrounded by white- everything from the paisley wallpaper to the couch, to the statues upon tabletops. It seemed such a contrast to my faded orange parka, carelessly thrown to the corner of the room. I had little time to register this place before two curious creatures entered. Their dress was exceptionally formal, bright reds and greens, with gold accents, bells, and tinkling trinkets lining the hems.
I’m not quite sure what they were saying, you see I speak several languages but apparently not that one. I made out a few words, something about shoestrings, antenna, and Jimmy Carter so I responded as such. The two exchanged a glance, and began showering me with gifts as I assume is the custom of this unknown land. I received 2 mini bottles of Spa Quality Shampoo/Conditioner In One, 3 tiny bars of Spa Quality sandalwood soap, my very own nail file, a bottle of water, a small can of macadamia nuts, 4 ear swabs, and 2 towels. I thanked them profusely as they left me, once again, alone in this strange room.
Suddenly, a magical screen began to rise out of yet another white piece of furniture. There was a slight click and hum as a picture began to solidify against the screen. I sat for hours listening to a pleasant voice talk about shoestrings, antenna, and Jimmy Carter while images of luxury pools, restaurants, and nightlife crossed the screen. I must have fallen asleep as I awoke with a start at the reappearance of the two sheet covered figures, this time accompanied by a man in a fancy grey suit. I must have been delirious as I couldn’t have heard the phrases “Oprah’s people need the room”, and “check out was at 11.” I collected my gifts, my orange parka, and exited the white room, prepared for what may lie beyond.
I was lead through an endless hallway to a golden elevator. The man in the grey suit listened with amazement as I recanted my long journey in the desert, the loss of my wallet to a camel, and my desperate need to know where I was. He seemed generally interested, taking me forcefully by the arm, and leading me to a large revolving door. I was thrown into a crowded street with more well wishes and talks of shoestrings.
I looked around, trying to get my barring when I saw a sign reading The Address, Dubai, a luxury hotel. At that moment it all made sense to me, and I was struck by a wave of disappointment. I had spent the entire night in a luxury hotel and I missed out on my one chance in ten years to watch HBO and finally see the ending of the Sopranos.
This is your ever loyal and always observant explorer Terry Traveler saying, no spoilers, please!
Terry Traveller
Email: terry@discoveradel.com
Facebook: DiscoverAdel.TerryTraveller
Terry Traveler – Another Close Encounter
Once again, this explains a lot about our intrepid explorer. – Editor
Ah, Iowa summers. They remind me of New Mexico winters. Terry Traveler here, remembering another tale of questionable origin. But this time, the question of origin is out of this world.
You see, the questions of life, the universe, and everything have always played heavily in my mind and once, when I was young and bright-eyed, I had the notion that I could find those answers out there among the stars.
I was back packing through the southwest along the Extraterrestrial Highway- a span of road so dark I couldn’t see my hand in front of my face, let alone the thumb I was sporting in an attempt to get a ride. I had just resolved myself that the search was hopeless when I tripped over a large, squishy lump. I apologized, as I often do with chairs or coffee tables, when I saw a flash of light reflected back to me.
Two large, dishpan eyes stared up at me from the huddled mass. I held my breath and tried to remember that book I had pretended to read about wolves in the third grade. Our eyes were locked as I slowly realized it appeared to be standing, long arms and slender hands on hips, with its gigantic head cocked to one side. I swear I heard it say, “Nice parka you got there.”
A million thoughts raced through my mind as I stood frozen: ALIEN! Why hadn’t I listened to my mother? I knew they were real! AHH! What was in those brownies? Can it read my thoughts? They weren’t MY brownies, I was just holding them for a friend! ALIEN! ALIEN! ALIEN!
And then I passed out.
I awoke in the hospital several days later. The doctors claimed that I had been left outside the emergency room doors with a note pinned to my orange parka, “Idiot has Heat Stroke”.
Apparently wearing a fur lined mountain coat was not the best choice for the dessert terrain. No one believed my story; instead I was told that I had been hallucinating from the heat, probably tripped over a rock, and hit my head.
When I got home I felt relieved to put the affair behind me and return to the truth of my gonzo journalism. That was, until a postcard arrived a few days later, postmarked Roswell, New Mexico. The message? “Nice parka you got there, Terry.”
This is Terry Traveler saying, you don’t have to believe me, but I know you want to.
Terry Traveller
Email: terry@discoveradel.com
Facebook: facebook.com/DiscoverAdel.TerryTraveller?fref=ts
Adel Partners Joins Greater Des Moines Partnership
Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce:
Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce joins Greater Des Moines Partnership
Adel Chamber becomes the 22nd Affiliate Chamber of The Partnership
The Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce has joined the Greater Des Moines Partnership as an Affiliate Chamber.
The Adel Partners Chamber has 140 Business Members, all of which automatically become Regional Business Members of The Partnership.
The Adel Partners Chamber joins 21 fellow Affiliate Chamber Members from throughout Central Iowa and extends the regional business community of The Partnership to more than 5,800 businesses.
“This is an exciting day for the Chamber and the Adel Community,” said Deb Bengtson, Director of the Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce. “Our Chamber strives to increase the quality of life and foster economic development in the Adel area, and I am confident that joining The Partnership will further help us achieve those goals.”
Under The Partnership’s regional member model, business members of The Partnership have access to a wide range of tools to help their business and workforce grow. Some member advantages include:
- Business resources, including a regional “buy local” program, professional development and webinars.
- Regional networking opportunities which include Business to Business forums and Regional Business After Hours events.
- Regional advocacy at the federal, state and local levels to advance policies that contribute to a positive business climate.
- Marketing tools, including exporting assistance and a listing in the online Regional Business Directory.
- Workforce recruitment assistance, including an online job and resume database.
The Affiliate Chambers’ programming elevates the voice of small business and creates local connections for regional members to access other local businesses and the community at large.
“We are pleased to welcome the Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce to the Greater Des Moines Partnership’s regional network,” said Craig Erickson, Landscape Architecture Group Leader at Shive-Hattery and the 2016 Chair of The Partnership’s Affiliate Presidents’ Council. “Adel has a rich heritage as a vibrant and thriving place to live, work and play, and we are pleased to help further connect The Partnership’s Affiliate Chamber Members to Adel businesses.”
The Adel Partners Chamber will also utilize the Greater Des Moines Partnership’s economic development services. The Partnership’s Regional Economic Development team will assist the community on business expansion and relocation projects from outside the Greater Des Moines region.
About the Greater Des Moines Partnership
The Greater Des Moines Partnership is the economic and community development organization serving Central Iowa for more than 125 years. Together with 22 Affiliate Chambers of Commerce and more than 5,800 business members,
The Partnership drives economic growth and careers through innovation, strategic planning and global collaboration. We foster an environment where residents are empowered to live their passions and shape our community, making Greater Des Moines the best place in the world to build a business and life. For more information, visit DesMoinesMetro.com.
Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 73, 301 S.
10th Street, 2nd Floor
Adel, IA 50003
Email: chamber@AdelPartners.Org
Website: www.adelpartners.org
Facebook: AdelPartnersChamberOfCommerce
LSB Breaks Ground on New Adel Branch (Photos)
Adel’s Lincoln Savings Bank, LSB Financial, and LSB Insurance held a ground breaking ceremony for their new location at the corner of Nile Kinnick and Greene Street in Adel.
The ceremony held, June 22nd was attended by Erik Skovgard – LSB Ceo, LSB’s Executive Management Team, the Adel Team Members, Adel Council Members and the community.
The large crowd overcame temperatures above 90 degrees to celebrate the official beginning of construction.
LSB New Bank Groundbreaking – L – R: LSB Ceo – Erik Skovgard, Adel Branch Manager – Tim Canney
L – R: LSB Ceo – Erik Skovgard, Adel Branch Manager – Tim Canney, Tim Bohlen -Mortgage Officer
LSB Executive Management Team and Adel Team
LSB Executive Management Team
LSB Adel Team
LSB Adel Teamg – L – R: Jennifer Wood, Kristi Fuller, Josh Heisterkamp, Lori Brocka, Tim Bohlen, Tim Canney, Sue Mahlum, Lisa Sparks, Mickie Kinney and Colby Dawes.
Artistic Renderings of Adel’s New Lincoln Saving Bank
Lincoln Savings Bank – LSB Insurance
805 Main St.
Adel IA 50003
Office: 515-993-5663
Website: www.LSBmortgage.com
Lincoln Savings Bank – Member FDIC
City of Adel – New Sanitation Schedule
The City of Adel is changing sanitation services this month to Ankeny Sanitation.
With the new service most of us will have new pickup days.
It’s not as confusing as it sounds.
We’ve included the City schedule, service map and address dates for more in-depth information and to help everyone make the transition as smoothly as possible.
Download the City of Adel Sanitation Schedule, Map and Addresses.
Key dates for the Hauler Transition:
June 27th-New trash cart delivered to all residents. If you currently have Monday trash collection, leave old carts out for pick up.
June 28th-New recycle cart delivered to all residents. All residents leave old carts out for pick up.
June 29th– If you currently have Wednesday trash collection, leave old carts out for pick up.
July 1st-1st day of service for Friday collection.
July 6th-1st yard waste collection. Delayed by one day due to the holiday.
July 7th-1st day of service for Wednesday collection. Delayed by one day due to the holiday.
July 8th-1st day of service for Thursday collection. Delayed by one day due to the holiday.
July 9th-Friday collection. Delayed by one day due to the holiday.
July 13th-15th-Return to regular collection schedule.
Regular trash collection will occur on Wednesday. Thursday or Friday depending on your location.
Recycling will be every other week on your regulary scheduled collection day.
Yard waste collection will be on Tuesday.
Adel City Hall
301 S. 10th Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4525
Website: www.adeliowa.org
Facebook: facebook.com/CityofAdelIowa
Terry Traveller – Family Camping
This seems fitting to run on Father’s day, my hat goes off to Terry’s Father, nervous twitch and all. – Editor
June, what a wonderful month for nature. The grass is green, the sky is blue, and the air is humid.
Yes, it is I, Terry Traveller, here to tell you another wonderful tale of humility and humanity.
You see, June was once the mark of a deeply held tradition in my family- the camp out. Father would spend weeks preparing lists: supplies, rations, biodegradable toiletries, everything we needed to “rough it”.
I was never selected to attend the shopping trip to the army surplus store- I was told my presence would be distracting. To this day I beg to differ as the single time I was allowed to go shopping with my father we spent less than expected. Yes, we forgot the tent poles, canned food supply, and bug repellent. I blame it on the improperly labeled can of Bear Mace and the dare I say unnecessary trip to the emergency room to apologize to the shopkeeper for spraying it throughout the store like Lysol.
Besides, I like to think that everything happens for a reason, and as Fate would have it, that same summer we came face to face with a real bear. It was the middle of the night and we heard a noise outside our tent. All eyes turned as Father asked if I had tied up the rations in a tree. I had not, clearly stating my defense that I believed putting food in a tree would attract a wild cat of some kind therefore chose to put the food under the picnic table. The family didn’t appreciate this heartfelt favor but were immediately hushed when the shadow of a great big bear crossed the face of the tent.
A lightbulb went off over my head. With the shopkeeper’s words singing in my ears I gathered my courage, sprang from the tent, flailed my arms and screamed, “You spray it, you bought it!” letting out a terrible cry as I unleashed a thick fog of pepper spray into the air. The bear was caught off guard, perhaps by the mace which I managed to direct straight into my eyes- or the knowledge that I was no one to mess with. He scampered away into the night and I was deemed a hero. The local papers proclaimed “Lucky Child Keeps Eyesight”, “Tourist Attacked By Self”, and “Kid Inhales Bear Mace, Grow 3 Inches Taller Overnight. The Miracle Science Can’t Explain!”
So enjoy the June bugs, go hiking, check out the beautiful countryside that nature has painted picturesque in our honor. Go camping with a roll of duct tape, the sun at your back, and a can of Bear Mace in your pack. Just watch where you point that thing and try not to inhale.
This is Terry Traveler saying, it may not be true, but it might as well be.
Terry Traveller
Email: terry@discoveradel.com
Facebook: facebook.com/DiscoverAdel.TerryTraveller?fref=ts
Dallas County Habitat for Humanity Seeking Volunteers
Dallas County Habitat for Humanity:
Dallas County Habitat for Humanity is looking for 250+ volunteers to help qualified families to repair their homes through the Rock the Block® program.
Volunteers are needed Thursday, June 23rd. to Saturday, June 25th.
During Rock the Block ® neighborhood revitalization events, volunteers, sponsors organizations and Habitat staff will work with qualified homeowners on home and neighborhood improvement projects like: painting, siding repair, landscaping, window replacement, and much more!
No construction experience is needed and all volunteers receive a commemorative t-shirt.
Those interested in getting involved can sign-up at bit.ly/RocktheBlockAdel. For more information visit dallascountyhabitat.org or call 515-238-5785.
Dallas County Habitat for Humanity
Website: dallascountyhabitat.org
Mothers’ Advice to Mothers is Based on Hundreds of Years of Experience
Courtesy of Watermark Communities/VillageLegacyPointe:
Being a mom is a hard job; no matter how many parenting books are read, no one is fully prepared before they become a mom.
That’s why we reached out to 15 mothers at four Des Moines area retirement communities to give advice to new mothers.
The moms have a combined experience of hundreds of years.
The moms we interviewed at The Village at Legacy Pointe in Waukee also had strong advice:
- “Be patient,” said mother of four, JoAnne De Decker. She also touched on priorities, advising “Play with your children as much as you can. Don’t worry about housework. Tell them you love them.”
- Judi Napier, mother of five, offered her wisdom, saying “Keep track of your children. Listen to your mother. Be happy.”
- “Don’t let others tell you what is best for your children. Think things through and do what you feel is best in your heart for your kids,” advised Patricia Farris, mother of three. She also said “You can provide a guiding hand for your children, but they have to figure out much of life alone.”
- “Don’t sweat the small stuff and pick your battles,” advised Elaine Kjar, mother of four. She also said “Treat your children with respect. If you expect them to respect you, you need to respect their ideas.”
The moms we interviewed at Vintage Hills of Indianola believe in love, support and patience. Here is what they said:
- Ann Gaumer, mother of three, shared three pieces of wisdom, “Love your children. Be supportive. Be kind but firm,” she said.
- Ernestine Smith, mother of four, also started with love. “Give your children a lot of TLC, tender loving care,” she said. “Listen to their wants and needs. Spend time with them and their activities. Let them help around the house and outside.”
- “Stay calm, even if you are very angry,” said Mavis Suckow, “Be a loving mother. Be supportive of their activities.”
- Jackie Andrews, mom to five, kept it simple, advising “Have lots of patience.”
The moms at Ankeny’s Vintage Hills at Prairie Trail believe strongly in singing, even if you don’t feel you’re good at it and offered other sound advice. Here’s what they said:
- “Hold your children, read to them and sing to them, it’s so important!” Anita Barkley, mother of two, said, “I wish I would have written down more of the funny things they did when they were young.”
- Lillie Dearing, mother of one, agrees, “Love your child and let them know how much you love them. Rocking your child is very important. Sing to your child—it doesn’t matter how good you sing, your child will love it.”
- Laura Foster is a mother of one and advises, “Be thankful you have a child. Be ready to answer your child’s questions. Be ready to listen to them! Treat each child fairly.”
- Gwen Boulter, mother of two, suggests reading up, saying “There are wonderful books for new mothers” Boulter also said “It’s so important to not be in a rush and just enjoy your baby. Talk to them. Sing to them.”
The mothers we interviewed at Vriendschap Village in Pella gave new moms following advice:
- Charlene Stevens believes in the power of a family meal, saying “When you have a family, sit down as a family and have supper together every night if possible.”
- “Be patient,” advised Marilyn Veestra, a mother of four, “Each kid is an individual, let each kid be themselves and promote that. Have them learn their own skills. Give them a Christian education and values.”
- Mother of five, Marge Fopma, had some similar advice, saying, “Patience is a big thing. Try to teach them Christ-like characteristics. Show them love in a Christian environment.”
In this advice, love, patience, spending time with your children, and allowing them to develop their own skills are common themes. Being a mom is not easy, but it sure is rewarding.
For more information on The Village at Legacy Pointe, call 515-987-4100 or visit villagelegacypointe.watermarkcommunities.com.
Media Contacts:
Amy Barth, Executive Director
The Village at Legacy Pointe
515-987-4100
Katelin Schwarck
Hanser & Associates (for Watermark Retirement Communities)
Office 515-224-1086 / Direct 515-421-4136
About The Village at Legacy Pointe Retirement Community of Waukee
Located at 1650 SE Holiday Crest Circle, The Village at Legacy Pointe retirement community of Waukee serves up to 186 residents, with levels of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Rehabilitation/Skilled Nursing. Watermark Retirement Communities Inc., one of America’s leading operators of senior living communities, owns and manages The Village at Legacy Pointe. Amy Barth is the Executive Director of the community. For more information, visit www.watermarkcommunities.com/VillageLegacyPointe or call 515-987-4100.
About Watermark Retirement Communities Inc.
Watermark Retirement Communities Inc. is the nation’s 16th largest senior housing operator. Watermark’s commitment to creating extraordinary communities where people thrive dates back 30 years to when it opened its first retirement community in 1987. Watermark manages
Laborshed Project
The Greater Dallas County Development Alliance will be working with Iowa Workforce Development’s Regional Research Bureau to complete a Laborshed employment study for the Adel & Perry area.
This study will examine the labor force from which Adel & Perry area employers draw their employees, and is based upon commuting patterns into the area.
The study will assist existing and potential businesses to better understand the size and characteristics of the area’s labor force regardless of political boundaries.
The Laborshed boundary is based on the place of residence of individuals commuting into the Adel & Perry area for employment. For the success of this study, we will be sending letters to employers in Adel asking that they provide us with aggregate counts of their employees’ residential ZIP codes. This reporting will give us an understanding of where each community’s workforce resides.
Once that Laborshed area is determined, a confidential household telephone survey will be conducted in those identified areas. The questions will cover topics such as: employment status, current and desired wages, current and desired benefits, education level, and type of occupation. Survey results will be applied to demographic data to determine the size of the Adel & Perry area labor force as well as various labor force characteristics. Iowa Workforce Development will not be asking survey takers any identifiable information such as: name, social security number, or date of birth.
The results for each county and regional Laborshed analysis can be found at https://www.iowaworkforcedevelopment.gov/laborshed-studies. If you have any question about the Laborshed workforce project, please contact Katie Lippold at 515-281-3035 Linda Wunsch 515-987-2020.
Thank you for your support and participation.
Iowa Workforce Development
Phone: 515-281-3035
Greater Dallas County Development Alliance, Inc.
9325 Bishop Drive, Suite 105
West Des Moines, Iowa 50266
Phone: 515-987-2020
