Picher, Oklahoma

Mom just called, they are going to stay the night in Baxter Springs, Kansas. They want to see Picher, Oklahoma in the daylight.

Tibby and I drove through Picher when we took our latest quick road trip. We did not know the history of this town and just happened to pass through it. Windows and doors were either missing or boarded up in most houses and buildings. Everything seemed deserted like a modern ghost town. When we got home we googled the town to learn about it. The town had been shut down by the government--it was too toxic. Google it when you get time, it is really interesting. After we read about the recent events in the town we wish we had looked around a bit more.

I am excited to talk to Mom and Dad tomorrow and find out what they learned.