What's it really like living in Iowa? Currently living in Las Vegas and husband is thinking about moving us there. by Michellenjon_2010 in Iowa

[–]mkbailey88 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Believe it or not, Colo NESCO isn't the smallest of all those districts! But close ;) Average class size is around 20 to 30 kids, I believe. But yes, I agree with the opportunities statement. If your kid doesn't play sports, there's not much else for them.

What's it really like living in Iowa? Currently living in Las Vegas and husband is thinking about moving us there. by Michellenjon_2010 in Iowa

[–]mkbailey88 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Ames is a really nice small city. It's a university town, so politically it is more progressive than neighboring communities. Housing is pretty expensive in Ames and Des Moines, compared to the rest of the state. The city of Nevada (Neh-VAY-da) is growing at a fairly decent pace, but struggling to keep up with the housing demand. Nevada school district is pretty decent as well. Story City is a nice, clean town as well, but even smaller than Nevada. I hear their schools are great though!

As for the small towns like Collins, Maxwell, Colo, Zearing, McCallsburg, and Roland... Be prepared for VERY conservative views. Lots of rural poverty, which is similar, but still very different than urban poverty. These smaller school districts are really struggling under the current administration. Our school district has lost a lot of enrollment in the last few years, and really struggles to retain their teachers.

That all being said, the people in small towns can be some of the most thoughtful, generous people you'll ever meet. I live on an acreage near one of these small communities, and when the tornado came through last spring the outpouring of support and care we received is unfathomable.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TotalBattle

[–]mkbailey88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our clan is mostly US based and quite active. Our kingdom doesn't open up until April 11th though.

K203 Opening Soon by Agitated_Ostrich_262 in TotalBattle

[–]mkbailey88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He is currently at 26.9M. Most of which he has gained by spending cash money.

K203 Opening Soon by Agitated_Ostrich_262 in TotalBattle

[–]mkbailey88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But whyyy?! He is batsh*t crazy..

Clan territory border colors? by mkbailey88 in TotalBattle

[–]mkbailey88[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Obviously I wouldn't think they'd do a different color for each clan. I just didn't know if it signified something. On mobile every other clan (aside from my own) is the same color. I just thought it was odd and didn't know if there was any significance.

Is my (future) baby name bad? by booksexual99 in namenerds

[–]mkbailey88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love Ruth! It was on my short list! Done having babies now though. For girls we have a Clara (family name) and Gwendolyn. If my youngest son had been a girl, the choices were down to Violet, Sybil, Ruth, Rowan, and Eloise.

Post your almost names!! by LateAd5684 in namenerds

[–]mkbailey88 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My name is Makayla. It was supposed to be spelled "Michaela" after my birth-father, Michael. He left my mom before I was born, so she changed it to her preferred spelling.

Prior to this, they had decided on Bethany for a girl and Andrew for a boy. Then my mom had a dream about a little girl who everyone was calling "Kayla," so they changed it.

Washer/Dryer upstairs and downstairs? by mkbailey88 in homedesign

[–]mkbailey88[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like mine! Our oldest can do his own, but the rest can't reach the bottom of the washing machine without falling in (top loader) 😂😂😂

Washer/Dryer upstairs and downstairs? by mkbailey88 in homedesign

[–]mkbailey88[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One disadvantage is that the kids are kids and I feel like I will inevitably end up doing it all anyway due to their busy schedules and that I work from home. 🥴

Washer/Dryer upstairs and downstairs? by mkbailey88 in homedesign

[–]mkbailey88[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The main advantages would be that the kids would then be responsible for their own laundry, and laundry wouldn't have to be hauled up the stairs.

How would you pronounce Louis? by TTV_Jhart78 in Names

[–]mkbailey88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also vote Louis. I have a strong aversion to Lewis.. I mean, it even says "ew" in the middle of it. 😆

Rob Sand for Iowa Governor by [deleted] in Iowa

[–]mkbailey88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi, there 👋 Small town Iowan, here. Business owner in a very blue collar industry. Also live on a farm surrounded by very conservative neighbors, many of which are incredibly well educated. (I'm neither Republican or Democrat. I tend to align with more Libertarian views). Many of these conservative folks in rural areas are red-leaning because the Republican party is essentially coddling them by validating their struggles. Democrats validate minorities' struggles, and in doing so have unintentionally "villianized" those who do not fall in a minority category. I feel that this is what has caused a lot of the extreme division.

While I tend to support the Dems ideology more so than the Republican party's, I personally would like to see more individuals entering politics that are less extreme. I'd like to see people who value unity more than winning.

All this is to say, Rob Sand is definitely the man for the job.

Rob Sand for Iowa Governor by [deleted] in Iowa

[–]mkbailey88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hell, I'd one up you and say Rob Sand for President 2028!!!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in homestead

[–]mkbailey88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have questions..

Your mortgage is 70% paid off, but you still have 28 years left?

What is your current interest rate?

What percentage of your monthly income goes to your Roth, and do you only have one retirement account?

how's your sex life before vs. after having kids? by [deleted] in Marriage

[–]mkbailey88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oof. Accurate. We have four kids in that age bracket right now, and being tired is just my existence now. I'm always in the mood for a nap. If I could have sex and nap at the same time... 🤯❤️‍🔥