Rising up from the Iowa's long rolling hills and vast stretches of farmland are the twin spires of the Basilica of Saint Francis Xavier, marking the town of Dyersville. Home to over 5,000 parishioners, the church makes a bold statement with its extraordinary example of Medieval Gothic style architecture.
Just outside of town is a totally different attraction. The 100 year old Lansing family farm is now recognized worldwide for its baseball diamond. Amid a corn patch is the 1989 movie set for the Field of Dreams. Based on a novel, Shoeless Joe, the movie was nominated for best picture and has stirred millions to go for their dreams. It's been said that the best thing about this place is what isn't here, where visitors use their own imagination and provide their own dreams.
The Field of Dreams idea ties in nicely with the promise of fresh start, and the new year theme of change. The coming year is an opportunity to start off with a fresh slate, refocus priorities and set new goals for 2008.