Oklahoma City

We headed out on Monday to start our Spring Break Vacation.  Our first stop was Oklahoma City.  Ella enjoyed our little bathroom break at a rest stop/tourist information center on the way.  There was an old woman inside with a grandson about Ella's age and she just wanted to show Ella so many things.  Ella left with a handful of maps, books, etc. to keep herself and Sam entertained for many more hours in the car.  

When we arrived in OKC we were a little early to meet our friends, so we drove to the Capitol Building which is near their home and walked around and snapped a few photos.  Then it was time to head to the Pogemillers.  We were going to eat dinner with them and stay at their house.  They have this great little apartment attached to their garage that is the perfect place for visitors.  It was so great to see them and their boys.   

For dinner, they took us to a great place called S & B Burger Joint.   I would highly recommend it.  I had a bleu cheese stuffed burger that was amazing and some yummy sweet potato fries.  Everyone loved their meals!  Then we went on a small tour of downtown OKC.  We drove by the Chesapeake Arena where the Thunder was playing a game that night.  Then we went to the Oklahoma City National Memorial.  It is such a beautiful memorial to remember those who lost their lives that tragic day.  Next, we drove around Mark and Ellen's neighborhood.  They live in an historic part of town and their neighborhood is full of beautiful old houses.  After a full day it was time to rest up for our drive to Dallas on Tuesday.  

Everyone enjoying their dinner at S & B! 

Ella didn't want to be in the picture at the Capitol building but decided to photo bomb at the last minute. 

The Memorial is even prettier than the picture captures. 

Each of the chairs represents a person that lost their life that day.