Mineral Wells, TX - When you think of small traditional Texas towns - Mineral Wells should be at the top of your list. Home of Crazy Water and the Baker Hotel (reportedly haunted)
I've been meaning to get out there again. I actually drove through the first time I decided to get into my car and drive west. I wanted to get to Abilene for some unknown reason - I guess because "I could." I made it to Hwy 6/Stephenville which was about the halfway point. I had passed through Thurber, TX first and stopped at a restaurant called "New York Hill Restaurant" and had a "hashbrown omelette" (heartattack on a plate - for breakfast... this was before my current fitness regime). They sold the BEST hot sauce I have ever had... so I had to purchase a case (some of you have been lucky enough to get a bottle from me as a gift). I think Guy Whats-His-Name from Diners, Drive-Inns, and Dives (Food Network) should feature this place on his travels.
Anyway, I had originally taken I-20 straight to my destination but on the way back, I decided to go to Minerals Wells. The drive into town was beautiful. Rolling hills, no traffic, 2 lane farm roads - more people on horseback than in cars. It was a Sunday though. Sundays are "Cowboy Church" days for the natives here. The town was deserted (all stores closed).
Well, next weekend I need to make a trip - I might go back to MW with the Canon instead of the Olympus. If anyone wants to come along - you are very welcome to join me. The weather should be heavenly.
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