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Left-Foot Braking


If she had taken her foot off the brake, the driver in front of me might have been able to complete her pass of the truck in under 10 miles. Two-footed drivers scare me.

Large Drink


When I ordered a large drink, I expected to get something that would fit in the car. I was wrong. It doesn't.

Beef


Survey Marker




Do Not Disturb

Oklahoma's Armpit





When visiting the armpit of Oklahoma, be Sure. Be prepared.  Raise your hand if you're sure. ;)

The actual northeast point of the Texas panhandle appears to be on private property, but I could get within about a quarter mile of it.



TCARDS FCALS


No Place

There's no other place like this place anywhere near this place so this must be the place.





Sandhills Curiosity Shop




Getting our kicks at a shop in which nothing is for sale. Make a contribution, and Harley may sing for you.













Four museums in one

National Route 66 Museum




















Pedro's Mexican Grille

Good (for Oklahoma) Mexican food, and even better decor.


Oklahoma Route 66 Museum

The Oklahoma Route 66 Museum provides an entertaining Route 66 history lesson.














Lucille's Service Station

Lucille's Service Station served Route 66 travelers for over 70 years. It is named for Lucille Hamons, it's proprietor for most of its history, who's generous service to travelers earned her the nickname "Mother of the Mother Road". The station has been closed since Lucille's death in 2000.







Lucille Hamons: Mother of the Mother Road
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