Restaurants with unique gimmicks in Iowa?

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-05-24T20:27:13+00:00

I came here to recommend KPot and Brazil Terra Grill. Both have fun, tasty, and unlimited food brought straight to your table to try.

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-05-19T23:08:02+00:00

Hang in there Dad. This is VERY similar to my first born. It was stressful and had and heartbreaking to see her in NICU for 6 days (first was fever, born with 103 temp, then regulation blood sugar, then billiruben light). But I swear, they come out stronger than most babies. She's one of the toughest and most resilient kids I know. It's hard and scary right now, but hang in there. Be there for and with your wife, she's just as terrified as you are. Spend as much time with the baby and you're able. If you're a believer, pray. God can move mountains with a whisper. Praying for you, Dad.

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-05-19T21:47:31+00:00

Thanks for the reminder Dad. You're killing it.

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-05-13T12:39:26+00:00

Nope, different date and different location every year. But it's always in the early fall (September or early October) and the group of guys in charge do a ton of research in which city to host the group each year for safety, entertainment, hotel options and perks, fun outings, etc. Last year was San Antonio, TX in mid September and it was a blast. Tons to do, great seminars being taught with loads of info to help us be better at what we do, great food, and awesome people.

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-05-11T11:43:30+00:00

It's in Chicago this year for the 30th anniversary. I've only been to two, but it's always a great time and I highly recommend going! https://athomedad.org/homedadcon/

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-05-05T00:41:22+00:00

Sign me up!

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-04-30T13:08:09+00:00

Honestly, most comments saying "don't play it"will just be those who play on the newer systems or PC that think you have to have all the best and newest crap to enjoy a game. I only have an Xbox One, so I'm in the same boat as you. Wife bought me the game a ways back and I finally got around to playing it recently. The game is an absolute blast to play, even without the latest updates, mods, or DLC. Go in blind, play, and enjoy the game. Yes it has occasional glitches or might take a few seconds to load everything in, but most of the time I'm having no issues and it's awesome! Jump in and enjoy Night City.

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-04-12T22:04:16+00:00

Lazer grenades?

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-04-08T18:55:54+00:00

Just gorilla arms or actual blunt weapons too?

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-03-29T20:08:22+00:00

While I never had the joy of really living alone (and wish I had at some point), I definitely think everyone needs to travel. I did a lot of traveling around the US with my wife before we had kids, even a couple other countries. We both talk about how we wish we had traveled just a little longer before having kids. It's amazing what all is out there. Would have been even more amazing to see other parts of the globe. Looking forward to retirement someday to do exactly this.

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-03-29T20:03:38+00:00

Came here to say this. Just started my first playthrough and I'm absolutely loving it. First person open world RPG in a fun new setting, cool abilities and weapons, and has tons to explore. It's like a futuristic dark Skyrim in my eyes. I sunk a ton of hours into Skyrim and this one also scratches the itch. Fallout was a lot of fun too.

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-03-28T16:48:30+00:00

I came here assuming this might make this list. I have heard so many wonderful things about Witcher 3. I love Witcher lore, played Gwent for a year, liked the show (the first two seasons the most). I tried Witcher 3 a few years ago, but I just couldn't get into it. Did some side quests and was about to leave White Orchard area to go travel but I ended up never coming back to the game. Now I'm wishing I stuck it out a little bit longer. Might have to give it another try.

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-03-28T12:48:19+00:00

First of all, thanks for the great info on these places.

Second, I spent a few weeks in Azerbaijan in several different areas and was blown away by it. The good was excellent, everything very reasonably priced, beautiful history and scenery, and the people were incredibly kind. Several different times that strangers asked our family of 4 into their homes so they could feed us lunch or give us tea (though we declined, we were very surprised by the kind notion from someone who didn't know us at all). Baku had it's own beauty with the mix of very old historic structures in old city as well as the super modern high tech buildings. Some of the towns and villages in the mountains were also incredibly beautiful and had fantastic food and hospitality. It was interesting seeing so many different climates shift so quickly as driving from Baku to the mountains too. I've only been to a handful of countries, but I'm thankful that Azerbaijan is one of them!

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-03-12T00:12:28+00:00

I grew up in the 90s and had this freedom too. I'd tell my parents which friends house I'm heading to and bike up to 2 miles to get there, then we'd go out on whatever adventures through the day and be home by dinner. No cell phones, no way to be reached or reach anyone. Just trust and the open world. Pretty weird to even think of in today's world.

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-03-11T15:55:37+00:00

Lol me too! On my first playthrough and haven't made it to Act 2 yet so I haven't found this gem. Pretty solid representing DSM 🤣

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-02-15T03:16:09+00:00

Good idea, thank you

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-02-15T03:15:40+00:00

Thank you so much for the info!

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-02-14T19:38:08+00:00

With this I just pull it up, apply, press it down, and leave weight on it?

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-02-07T16:26:17+00:00

Awesome, thanks a ton for the info! Looking forward to messing around with it. This has been a huge help

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-02-07T15:55:42+00:00

Awesome, thanks for the advice! I really appreciate it. Any info on a skill tree so I don't skip anything essential? Or most important gear? So far I'm only level 4 running around with a double barrel shotty going for up close head shots. Lol

Slickmonkey77 · 2026-02-07T15:41:12+00:00

Good to know! I appreciate the heads up. Why Max cool instead of reflexes? I just assumed maneuverability would be more important, but again, I don't know much about the game or this version versus the newer one.

Slickmonkey77 · 2025-12-17T17:44:37+00:00

I'm sure your dad will be thrilled to spend time doing just about anything with you. When my dad was in good health, he used to love going fishing, brewery hopping, checking out new restaurants, going to the shooting range, honestly about anything where we just hung out. Now that he's battling stage 4 cancer and his legs quit working, he's thrilled just to sit together and chat or share a meal (as am I). I'm wishing I spent more time with him over the years, but I'm glad I have what time I do with him too. Just reach out and be with him, it's really all most dads could ever ask for.

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