When I lived in Massachusetts there was a daffodil field that I would go visit each year with my mom and aunt, usually in April. Sometimes other family members would join us. It was one of the first signs that spring was really on its way! I love the way you can see winter leaving and spring arriving. Sometimes the daffodils will peak through dead leaves, usually there are pine needles or pinecones nearby, often they "hug" each other because it is still chilly out, and you can always see their "faces" looking toward the sun. The bright yellow up against the winter world is refreshing. 

We would make a day out of it and go see the daffodils, go for a walk on the trails nearby, stop by the beach and take in the view and salty air, then go for lunch at one of our favorite seafood spots. Of course I would take tons of photos. 

I miss this tradition, but I was happy to stumble upon this little gem just up the road from my house. We are having unusually warm weather here in North Carolina and I am loving it! All around us flowers have been in bloom a little early. So the other day, on a beautiful 80 degree afternoon, I grabbed my Canon and headed over to this sweet spot. The daffodils were planted and are maintained by a local family, the Ellis Family. The bulbs date back to 1932.  There were lots of people enjoying them and taking photos when I went to visit. I love that the family keeps up the tradition for our community and I was glad I was able to take some new daffodil photos in my new home.