Thursday, October 21, 2010

Oklahoma Gold

In addition to the Native American heritage, Oklahoma is also known for it's oil, or Black Gold as it has been called.  It is a precious commodity, world wide.  The 'gold' in Oklahoma for me, is my son Eric and his family.


We spent five days in Cushing and Stillwater, Oklahoma visiting and playing 'Where's Madison' with our granddaughter.


On Saturday, Eric gave us a tour of his worksite in Prague, Oklahoma.  It was fascinating to see and we were both amazed at how much he knows about the extraction and processing of the oil.  It was all very technical to me but he made it easy to understand.
Keen Energy Services Rig 14

Close up of rig 14


Eric and his mom




Pete and Eric had a male bonding day on Sunday by doing some target shooting, while I attended a baby shower for my daughter-in-law, Bobbie.  Eric scored more points than Pete, but Pete vows to get even next time.


Eric, Bobbie and Madison
We spent a couple of days exploring Cushing, which is considered the 'Pipeline Crossroads of the World' and Stillwater, the home of Oklahoma State University.  Our quest for finding a 'Barn star' ended in old town Stillwater.  We have been looking for one since the eastward leg of this journey through Amish country in Indiana.  

My Maddie


We left Oklahoma on Tuesday, headed for home.  It was very difficult to leave our family in Oklahoma.  It always is, for me.  But we are ready to head home and see the children and grandchildren in California.


Thank you Eric, Bobbie and Madison for making the last leg of our journey so special.  We look forward to seeing you all, plus one in March.  Cheers!
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3 comments:

  1. JulesOctober 24, 2010 at 1:27 PM

    What a great visit with Maddie, Eric and Bobbie!
    We have really enjoyed reading about your wonderful adventures and travels with tumbleweed....thanks for keeping all of us in the loop!
    We're lookng forward to seeing you guys soon!
    Cheers,
    Julie and Larry

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  2. RSUNRYZOctober 25, 2010 at 11:10 AM

    What a nice looking family you have in Oklahoma. I can only imagine your sadness at having to leave them again for awhile. Guess by now you are getting pretty close to home. We left this morning for a 4-day business trip to Redding, Alturas, Susanville, and Quincy. Dick is my driver in our traveling hotel. See you soon ! !

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  3. AnonymousOctober 25, 2010 at 2:46 PM

    Hi- I am battling with internet blockers and can never post you a note from work and I forget when i get home! I am trying again!!!! I sooo appreciated your phone call before Niagra Falls and then loved looking at the pictures. A place I have never been and want to go see..I have absolutely loved your blog. You can print it out when you get home and have an instant scrapbook. It has been incredible! Glad you are both having fun. All is well here- weather changing and fall has come. Take care. Love Tracy

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