Despite. . .

. . . 95% of my mind being on Ron M.'s condition (much the same today), and because he can't receive visitors anyway, I spent the full day at Afton Station, and I'm glad I did.  I was fortunate to have both Marly and Phil with me to help all day.  A surprise visit from the wonderful Dale Butel and one of his Australian tour groups was a highlight.  There were 29 jolly Aussies today.  I had fully intended to take a group photo, but do you know how difficult it is to round up a bunch of enthusiastic and excited Australian travelers?   You'll just have to be happy with these few individual photos I shot as some folks were waiting in line to pay for purchases.  The third picture is of Dale Butel himself, probably the fourth time he's posed for me over the years.  Dale is a loyal visitor and he certainly seems to attract some fine people to his groups! 

           

   Our other visitors came from Kimberling City MO, Greenville TX, Friendswood TX, Chester Springs PA, Overland Park KS, and Durant OK.  Two mom-and-kid duos came in toward the end of the day from Durant, OK.   They're doing a small portion of Route 66 over the next couple of days, and will also visit Woolaroc (Frank Phillips home and park) in Bartlesville (OK) tomorrow.

Snow-capped mountains in Oklahoma on a 105-degree day?   No, I'm afraid not.  Just a cloud formation I photographed on my way to the Station this morning.   Oh, and an anticipated 107-degree day tomorrow.  It's possible that I'll be away from the blog for a few days.  I'm not sure right now, but a visit from some of Ron's friends who are driving down from Salt Lake City might occupy some of my time over the weekend.  We shall see. . .   Meanwhile, please direct some good thoughts in Ron M.'s direction.  Thank you.