Greetings from Tucumcari, New Mexico!

We have wi-fi again!

So we have a lot of catching up to do!

Tuesday

On Tuesday, Mom and I headed west from Elk City, Oklahoma.  On the way, we stopped at the Groom Cross, a massive cross on the side of the road.  It was a stunning sight to see!

Our next stop was the Brittian Water Tower, a.k.a the Leaning Water Tower, just down the road from
the Cross.  It's no longer a functioning water tower, but it's a fun photo op!

 
Next was the (in)famous Slug Bug Ranch, a twist on Amarillo's Cadillac Ranch.  It was cute.

And yes, Mom and I left our mark!!

There was even an old (1920's or 30's) car on the property that has been taken over by graffiti as well.

Next, we headed South into Canyon, Texas to the Palo Duro Canyon State Park.  Since it's a state park, it hasn't been affected by the shutdown.  It was well worth the drive out there-it was gorgeous!

After spending time taking in the breathtaking views at Palo Duro, we headed back North to Amarillo, to our next pit stop, The Big Texan Motel.

As Mom called it, it was "adorably cheesy".  We had dinner at the on-site steak house, and I enjoyed a glass of their house brewed beer, Palo Duro Pale Ale.  The steak was wonderful-one of the best ones  have ever had.

Mom and I turned in to our Western themed room (complete with wood paneling and shutters instead of curtains).

Wednesday

Today was another fun filled day!

First, we visited the infamous Cadillac Ranch.

It was very cool.  There are layers upon layers of paint on the cars...on a few cars I think there is more paint than metal!

Next, we stopped at the adorable 1924 Magnolia Gas Station in Vega, Texas.

It's been fully restored, and its a great place to stop.

Next we stopped at the Midpoint Cafe, the geographical midpoint of Route 66, in Adrian, Texas.

We then began to head west into New Mexico.
Our first stop after crossing the border was TeePee Curious in Tucumcari. New Mexico.

Of course, it's shaped like a TeePee!!

Next, we cruised around Tucumcari, taking in the many beautiful neon signs, some working and some not.

We then checked into our motel, the Safari Motel, a Route 66 classic located right on Route 66.

Tomorrow, we head into Albuquerque, our final stop before heading home Saturday.

Stay tuned!!