Leaving OKC to going through Bethany, Yukon, and landing in el reno- day 42 -26.5 miles

Everyone everywhere is experiencing very hot weather.  Temperatures are in the high 80s, 90s, and above.   The wind was an easy 5 mph.  When it gets to 15 mph or higher I feel like I am really working against the wind (as Bob Seger sings).  When there is the combination  of  a small elevation gain with a head or side wind will  tire me out and I will take more breaks than usual.

Yesterday, I mentioned the museums not being open. On today's ride I found several artist reproductions from the Detroit Institute of Arts. What a great way to share art!

Bethany is just outside of OKC. It was formed in 1909 by member of the Church of the Nazarene. They wished to create a place where they could practice their beliefs. This is the home of Southern Nazarene University, a children medical facility and a rescue home for unwed mothers.

A principle of our founding of the USA was to establish an environment that allows you to practice your religion.  Bethany is an example of a town settled by core believers and the community reflects their beliefs.  Blue Laws or Sunday Laws exist to limit or restrict certain activities on Sunday, like limit shopping.  What laws exist in your community and state to keep Sunday for worship.  The courts continue to side in favor of honoring the freedom of religion.

Yukon was the next town. We are surrounded by farmland in the Great Plains. This is the childhood home of Garth Brooks.