After sleeping in, Mom and I headed to Polar Donuts, a local fave. Despite the fact it looked a sketchy on the outside, their donuts were really good. I had a classic chocolate glazed donut, and Mom had a peach fritter. Yum.
After making a pit stop to get some snacks, Mom and I headed into downtown to the Oklahoma City Memorial.
Every bit of it was amazing, from the outdoor area to the extensive indoor museum. It seemed that every single detail had a meaning. The history was so well preserved. It was amazing to see the extensive displays that literally cover every minute of April 19,1995. To me, the most moving was at the beginning of the museum...you sit in a dimly lit room and listen to a recording of a water board meeting in the building next to the Alfred P. Murray Building. The bombing happened minutes after the meeting started, and yet, it was startling to hear the attendees reaction on the tape.
Overall, it was well worth it! Mom and I spent nearly 3 hours there, and I think we could have spent another 3 and still not see everything they have. If you are ever in OKC, I highly recommend stopping by.
After the OKC Memorial, Mom and were pretty wiped out. We came back to the hotel, took a nap, and did some laundry.
Tomorrow, we head further west, to our next pit stop, Elk City, Oklahoma. There is a lot to see on the road, so tomorrow will be another full day for us!
Stay tuned for our next installment!
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