8 Memories From Your Iowa Childhood That Are Sure To Make You Smile
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Kim Magaraci
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Growing up in Iowa certainly leaves its mark on you. Here are a few Iowa traditions from childhood that are sure to put a smile on your face as you reminisce.
Do you remember the night before your first field trip to the zoo? Hardly sleeping, dreaming about the animals you'd see... it was the best trip of the year.
Nothing will ever top the memory of your first ride on The Legend. We think it's the best wooden coaster in the world.
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Staying up late to see if the radio would announce a school closing was a highlight of winter for any school-aged kid growing up in Iowa.
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It was always such a rewarding accomplishment. Even if the views weren't clear, it felt great to be "on top of the world."
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Maybe it's just me...but going out to find those places that had the biggest tenderloins around was always a kick. This is an Iowa tradition for people of all ages...but what kid doesn't love trying to eat an entire tenderloin that's the size of the plate?
What are your favorite Iowa traditions that you look back on fondly? Let us know in the comments below!
If you’re really looking for a throwback, These 12 Candid Photos Show What Life Was Like In Iowa In The 1940s and they’re sure to fascinate you.
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