Ocean Springs MS and around the corner on Laurendine Rd.

Despite the chilly 55 degree morning, one where my love jokingly threatened to return to NY for warmer weather, we jumped in the convertible and drove an hour west to visit the Ocean Springs Art and Garden Festival.

The festival was crowded and we enjoyed its quainteness. There were many folks with organic goods: food, skin creams, sheep and goat meats, and honey. The art was focused on ocean scenes and wild life. We wanted to meet with our Dauphin Island art friend Dena McKee, and after wandering through the streets and tents we found her!

Since the day was so bright blue and clear we turned east in search of an antiques center we heard mention of last night at the art opening at Dauphin Island. 

Who would have thought it was right near our friend and hay farmer, Phil?

We spent several hours gazing at the antebellum architectural remains: old lead colors, hand made iron links, wrought iron fence, turned wood, and peeled paint!

The feeling of old southern ghosts abound!