Meet your Neighbor: Steve Brody

Name: Steve Brody

Age: 55

Hometown: I was born in Great Falls and raised in Butte. I moved to Coeur d’Alene in 1991.

Occupation: I’m a special-education teacher at Anchor House.

Family: My wife is Patti. I have three stepchildren, Justin Hawe, 19; Janel Hawe, 26; and Jennifer Hawe, 30.

Hobbies: I play guitar and sing in a band called The Culprits. I also teach music, read and enjoy eating good food.

What do you like about North Idaho? I love the natural surroundings and the small-town feel. It’s clean, and the people are nice. We have everything here that anyone could possibly want.

What do you like or dislike about the current season? The only thing I dislike is that I have to work during the day. It’s beautiful now, and I’d like to be outside enjoying the weather.

Favorite music: I like good music in all the genres, including jazz fusion, country and classical. My favorite album is “Loosen Up Naturally” by a band named Sons of Champlin.

Favorite TV show: “60 Minutes”

Favorite movie: “White Squall”

Favorite spot in North Idaho? Why? A mountain lake between Sandpoint and Bonners Ferry, but I don’t recall its name. You have to hike into it. It’s just beautiful.