October 10th-13th - As much as this was a working trip for a seminar in OKC, the thought of exploring a city that I have never been to was certainly to look forward to. Now granted I have been to Texas many times, and sort of thought that this would resemble it, I was taken for a surprise, that it was much different.
We had some issues with the plane on our way into Dallas in which the rain kept us in the air for an extra hour, plus the de-icing system on the plane was causing lots of condensation, sending leaking water all over the plane. It made some people mad and others concerned, but we thought it kind of humorous in their ability to tackle the problem.
Oklahoma City is known for it's Bar-B-Que and it did not disappoint. The food was great at all the spots we went to and for the most part the beer was great too. Except for in Bricktown where the brewery served the worst red ale I have ever had. Fortunately, at Coaches next to the baseball stadium, every beer was made to style and thoroughly enjoyed.
We ventured over to Oklahoma University in Norman and drove around the campus. They were getting ready for a big game on Saturday and all the Crimson was out in full glory. The stadium is quite a site and the team was out practicing. What a college town, they really love their Sooners.
Finally a trip to the Oklahoma City Bombing Memorial. These places are quite powerful and this was no exception. We went at night and it was extremely moving. The tragedy that occurred is poingently remembered in the design and remaining structures.
All in all, OKC is a nice place to visit, spend some time and enjoy the sites.
