We arrived early afternoon on Thursday and got settled at the hotel. Frank did some research to find a couple of places to eat dinner for the next few days. Since the beginning of summer, he's had a hankering for chicken fried steak and since we were going to be in the heart of cattle country, that was a mission.
He found some great reviews for Ann's Chicken Fry House (on Route 66 and close to the hotel). Ray & Bonnie arrived and after a celebratory beverage at the hotel, we headed out.
Fifties and Sixties kitsch adorns the walls (inside and out) of the restaurant. Everywhere you looked there was something to look at and 'flashback' to yesteryear.
Frank got his wish and our server delivered a hubcap-sized piece of chicken fried steak with homemade mashed potatoes and gravy. Yummy!
Chicken fried steak
Chicken fried chicken (with mashed potatoes and white gravy)
After dinner, we headed to Bricktown in Oklahoma City. We were trying to find parking when lo and behold, the Astor kids were right there at the corner. We parked and headed to Nonna's for a drink and to catch up. The weather was absolutely beautiful and we were able to sit outside.
I had seen it many years ago, but during the day. What a very different experience seeing the Memorial at night. And it was quite coincidental we were there the weekend of the anniversary of 9-11.
"We come here to remember those who were killed, those who survived and those changed forever. May all who leave here know the impact of violence. May this memorial offer comfort, strength, peace, hope and serenity."
9:01 - represents the innocence of the city before the attack
9:03 - represents the moment of change and hope
Field of Empty Chairs - 168 chairs represents the lives taken. The small chairs represent the children.
