Pretty Things in Wilmington

All the flowers are in bloom this time of year! Last week my dad took me to Wilmington with him and we got to walk around downtime and just hang out together. It was so beautiful and sunshine-y and all the azaleas were just bursting with color.

 

 

We met a lovely elderly lady and her husband who are true "Wilmingtonians", as they called it. They're both in their eighties have lived here off and on for almost their entire lives. They had tons of stories to tell-- talking with them was like a writer's dream.

 

Let me be the one to say-- Wilmington has some gorgeous churches. This is one of the church courtyards. I know the picture doesn't do it justice, but use your imagination... The bees are buzzing, the air is warm and sweet, and you're surrounded by the most beautiful colors of spring...

 

The Wilmington/Southport area is famous for their azaleas. You'll see them regardless of where you are or what direction you turn... in flower beds, along the sides of the street, peeking out of brick walls...

 

The trees were just dripping with moss.

 

Here's hoping to a wonderful rest of the week, filled with all the flowers and beautiful things to make you smile!

 

xoxo,

 

Ireland