Tag Archives: Oklahoma

Jingle All the Way ~

This post is about tradition. In the heart of Oklahoma City, there is a  jewelry store. And as Oklahoma tradition would have it, Christmas doesn’t begin in our fair state until you hear the B.C. Clark Jingle! (history)  Click on it, sing it with … Continue reading

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Visiting Small Town America ~ Adair, Oklahoma

Maybe you recall that yesterday, I shared a pre-parade with you from Saturday.  After we left that parade in Owasso, Oklahoma, we headed down old Route 66 toward Adair, Oklahoma.  The trees were at peak in color, the temperatures were … Continue reading

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Everybody Loves a Parade ~ 1

This past weekend would be hubby’s last one off for a while.  So we decided we needed to make the best of it and see what all we could work into this beautiful Saturday.  It began with attending a fundraiser … Continue reading

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Meet the Artist! Juliana Forster

About a year ago, hubby and I went on one of our Sunday afternoon drives.  On this particular day we were destined for Dewey, Oklahoma.  The Pilot’s Club hosts an annual arts and crafts sale in this small town.  We appreciate … Continue reading

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Thoughts from Pooh ~

Sometimes, if you stand on the bottom rail of a bridge and lean over to watch the river slipping slowly away beneath you, you will suddenly know everything there is to be known. ~Winnie the Pooh  (Pooh’s Little Instruction Book)It … Continue reading

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The Beginning and the End ~

Our time off is quickly ending.  I have much to share from along the way…..but for today, well, it’s the beginning and the end of the train journey.  We’ll get to the in-between-stuff soon enough.  Have a great weekend! ♥Norman, … Continue reading

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Autumn Blooms

I wanted to share a few Autumn flower photos taken at the home of my parents near Oklahoma City.  The bit of rain they received has certainly helped!Dad’s pecan tree ~Mom’s fall blooming Iris ~

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Perfect Fit

We have been back in Oklahoma for a while now, but still are not totally established with new “physicians”.  I did the research and made the call yesterday to get hubby in to a local podiatrist.  When you are a retail … Continue reading

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This Land was Made for You and Me ~

Sundays in the park.  A place to play or kick back.  Listen to music.  Dance.  Relax.  A beautiful new park area recently opened in downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma.  They have all of this and more in mind for residents and visitors.  Hubby and I … Continue reading

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Oklahoma City National Memorial

April 19, 1995.  The day that forever changed Oklahoma. We became a ball of fear, caution and grief.  But at the same time we turned to each other for comfort. We leaned more on our faith.  Hugged our children tighter.  Loved our neighbors more. Oklahoma was on display for the … Continue reading

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