Seth and I took a walk around Bonnet today to see what kinds of mailboxes were around. We came across some interesting finds. The ones posted above all feature hand painted designs. More specifically they display some Bonnet scenery: light houses, boats, hydrangeas, and fish. All were very appropriate for a beach community.
Even the displays were unique. There are clusters of mailboxes, mailboxes on pipes, mailboxes on fences, and even wooden structures designed specifically for mailboxes. However the strangest mailbox we came across stood alone. There was nothing ordinary about it, nor did it have to compete with its neighbors. Check it out!
Finally we found some character caused by damage:
I find this one to be the most beautiful, it's rusted door and peeling sides tell a story. It's trusty. This mailbox has been doing its job for years.
However, the mailbox with the most personality award definitely belongs to 19 Maywood. Our box has seen it all. Earlier this year someone threw a pumpkin at it, not long after its back was blown out by another vandal. Now it stands sideways, duct taped shut, and entirely out of wack. Unbelievably enough our mailman still delivers to this worn out fella. Deep down we're hoping the landlord doesn't buy a new one for next year.
What's your mailbox look like?
Danielle, this post made me so happy:) I loved the pictures and the narrative! What are we gonna do next year if we have some standard 'ol mailbox?
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