You will love NC (except the summer heat) We have mild winters and you will be close to a lot of entertainment,
the mountains are near and the beach is a good day trip.
Many nice beaches to chose from in NC and SC.
You will have good places for fabric, Joanns, Hancocks and of course Wal Mart.
Plenty of Churches to chose from and don't miss the fair every year.
I have lived near WS most all my life except when traveling with my husband in service. I go there to shop a lot.
Good luck!