I am a native born Iowan. Born in Des Moines in a Hospital that is no longer there. Raised in both Johnston and Prescott (both small town Iowa - around 200-300 hundred at the time). My wife and I have 6 kids between us and currently 5 grandchildren (subject to change at any time). We've hosted over a dozen exchange students through the years and find great enjoyment in it (unsolicited plug for Youth For Understanding Exchange Program).And ... Yes!... I DO look like Santa Clause!