Town of Oriental, North Carolina - a day trip

I know what you are thinking.. the town is called Oriental?? Yes it is and here is why:

WHAT’S IN A NAME?
First settled in the early 1700’s and later known as Smith Creek, the name “Oriental” was suggested by Rebecca “Aunt Becky” Midyette, wife of Louis “Uncle Lou” Midyette. Mrs. Midyette was inspired by the name of a Union Civil War ship that sank off the Outer Banks in 1862 while carrying Gideonites and soldiers from Boston to Georgia. On a trip to Manteo, she saw the ship’s name board hanging in a residence she was visiting. Taken with the name, she returned home with an idea that would change Smith Creek forever. The new name was approved in 1886. The Town of Oriental was incorporated in 1899. “Uncle Lou” served as its first Postmaster.

We have gone over to this little town a few times. It's very quaint and picturesque. I took a series of photos of Brenden and Dave that really capture Brenden's personality. I love these photos for many reasons one of which shows Brenden's new favorite thing to do which is run away from you while laughing hysterically. Glad I left the point and shoot at home and took the DSLR this trip. They have this great little boardwalk which is perfect for shooting pictures.

I have to say that we are really enjoying living here in Cherry Point, N.C. It's so beautiful and it's great to be able to expose Brenden to these types of outdoors. I know in Arizona it will be the polar opposite of forests and ocean so we are taking advantage of what is here now.