Randy and I recently went on a weekend get-a-way that might have altered our way of traveling from this point forward. It was a trip to spend some quality time with each other, but also to see our dear friends Abi and Zion Spencer. We took it slow, drove on the back roads and tried to sample what each city had to offer. The originality of this form of travel does not rest in our hands. Our trip was inspired by my beloved Aunt Linda and Uncle Curt, who made hundreds of memories just by going down the not so traveled road. Their stories of new places and hidden gems have been inspirational for Randy and me. Here's a glance at our trail to Tulsa. Hope you get inspired too.
Stop #1- Denison, Texas
The Inn of Many Faces http://www.innofmanyfaces.com/
Birthplace of President Eisenhower
Devolii's Italian Restaurant
Our stop in Denison was an over night stay where we had a nice drive around the city, took in some historical sights and had a romantic evening at the quaint Devolii's restaurant. The real gem of this city was the bed and breakfast, The Inn of Many Faces. It was a beautiful 114 year old home that Jesse James occasionally visited during his day. The room was nice, the breakfast delicious and the owners very welcoming.
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| The Inn of Many Faces |
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| Birthplace of President Eisenhower |
Stop #2- Durant, Oklahoma
The Choctaw Casino http://www.choctawcasinos.com/Durant.aspx
Five minutes and $20 at the slot machines told me I needed to place my money elsewhere. Hello spa. I opted for relaxation while Randy chose gamblin' games.
Stop #3 Tulsa, Oklahoma
The Spencer Home
Delasandro's http://www.dalesandros.com/
Wild Fork http://www.wildfork.com/
Lanna Thai http://www.lannathaitulsa.com/#
Double Shot http://www.doubleshotcoffee.com/Home.html
Tulsa. What can I say? It is a city that contains my dearest friend therefore it is one of my favorite cities. Abi and Zion were the perfect host and hostess. We spent the weekend eating, shopping, relaxing, talking and laughing. We had the best time. I even gained three pounds that week, and was okay with it. The food was that good. Thanks Zabi for your love and friendship. We treasure it.
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| Dinner at Dalesandro's |
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| Another Dalesandro's pic |
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| A lovely morning brunch at Wild Fork. |
Tulsa and Zabi were so happy to have you! Love you and hope you have a restful, peaceful weekend.
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ReplyDeleteby Robert Frost
Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,
And sorry I could not travel both
And be one traveler, long I stood
And looked down one as far as I could
To where it bent in the undergrowth;
Then took the other, as just as fair,
And having perhaps the better claim,
Because it was grassy and wanted wear;
Though as for that the passing there
Had worn them really about the same,
And both that morning equally lay
In leaves no step had trodden black.
Oh, I kept the first for another day!
Yet knowing how way leads on to way,
I doubted if I should ever come back.
I shall be telling this with a sigh
Somewhere ages and ages hence:
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference.
You are creating special memories that will last a lifetime and ever after. Thanks for sharing and sparking a tender moment in my heart. Love you. Aunt Linda and Uncle Curt too!
Love you both!! xoxoxo
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