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2026 Road Trip Home – Day 3

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Much of Route 66 in Texas has been built over by interstate highway 40 (I-40). Hubs and I managed to find a few sections of the original Mother Road, and chose to drive on them as much as possible, just to be able to say we did. It had a wonderful stepping back in time feel to it. My feature photo is of one such segment.

Yesterday was full of fun and interesting stops to check out many well-known attractions along the Texas section of Historic Route 66.

Our first sighting on Good Friday was The Groom Cross
A small town with a big spirit
The Leaning Tower of Britten has an interesting history
No matter where you look along 66, you’re time traveling
McLean, TX Museum was an amazing find
Hubs checking farming implements from days gone by
Another iconic Rte 66 stop
The Devils Rope Museum is massive inside
Cute mock up of a 40’s Diner
This guy had a long trip
Juxtaposition in Shamrock, TX
Shamrock, TX is the first Texas town along Rte 66 when coming from the East
The iconic Conoco Tower Station and U Drop In Cafe
A tribute garden to Bill Mack, who was born in Shamrock
Outside the U Drop In Cafe
Look who I found inside the cafe!
Memories
One must keep a watchful eye because the roadside history is continuous

Hubs and I thoroughly enjoyed every second of our last day (for now) celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Route 66. The anniversary lasts all year (the actual 100th birthday is in November), so we have plans for exploration of other sections later this year.

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6 responses to “2026 Road Trip Home – Day 3”

  1. Lana Avatar
    Lana

    Always loved American diners – wish I had lived in those times to experience the buzz. Bobby socks, flarey skirt, pony tail, neat little handbag, having a milkshake and picking out jukebox joys.

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    1. Terry Avatar
      Terry

      I was a bit young to get the full 50’s experience but my aunt was a teenager in the 50’s, so I was able to enjoy a lot of the vibe by watching her and listening to her 45 rpm records of Elvis, Buddy Holly, and all the rest. She also taught my sister and me how to jive. 😊

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    Chuckster

    Loved the Elvis photo!! “Thank You, Thank You very Much”. 🎤

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    1. Terry Avatar
      Terry

      You’re welcome, you’re welcome very much, Chuckster!

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  3. Forestwood Avatar
    Forestwood

    That leaning tower of Britten looks like a set from a horror film.

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    1. Terry Avatar
      Terry

      It has an interesting history, and I’m happy we got to see it, Amanda. I can see where you get the horror film feel.

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