foreverinmotion

Always searching for the next great adventure by exploring new places, trying new things & living a healthy, active lifestyle.

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Graffiti Park is such a unique spot to visit. This year, Christmas day went a little unexpected (what’s new), but it gave me the chance to get to show my cousin around all of the coolest spots in Austin. Every time I visit this place there is always new art to appreciate and a new perspective each piece brings me. The awesome thing about art is that it can be interpreted in a million different ways and can promote healing in your soul. This area of the park really stood out to me, as it reminded me that everything isn’t perfect and is never going to go exactly the way you think it is, or should be. The lives we live are full of so much color, made up of many different (good and bad) experiences. But no matter how crazy life gets, it’s still such a beautiful picture.

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“You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with.”

-unknown

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~ C H R I S T M A S  T I M E  ~

The holiday season family and friends together in many ways, but one of my favorites is all of the TREATS! Every year I have kept the tradition going to make my mom white chocolate covered Oreo’s (using gluten free chocolate cookies of course)! Usually, I end up having an extreme amount of chocolate left over so I always try to find another treat to dip in the chocolate and share the sweet treat with someone I care about. This year was pretzels for my best friend @lobrumz. I always love making treats for people no mater what time of year, and sometimes I just do it for no reason. I find that giving to others to any extent is so fulfilling to my spirit and spreads joy throughout my network of people all year round. 

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The world is packed full of adventures just waiting to be discovered by you. It doesn’t matter if you’re in the city, the country, in the mountains or on the coast, adventure is EVERYWHERE.

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Two words: SWEET RITUAL

If you know me, than you know I have struggled with a gluten and dairy sensitivity for over 5 years. It used to be so depressing and annoying, until I kept finding more and more places that offer food that’s compliant with my diet. It wasn’t until a dear friend of mine shared with me this hidden gem in central-ish Austin (off Airport Blvd) that I was FINALLY able to enjoy a waffle cone and ice cream that was actually CREAMY. This place has a wide variety of flavors made in-house, and are constantly creating more. All of the ice cream is dairy free, and most  are gluten free as well. This is definitely one of my favorite spots in Austin and I often find myself craving an excuse to go grab a scoop of the newest flavor!

Flavors pictured above: Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough (left) and Unicorn Poop (right).

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I believe that the happiest people know how to find joy doing things that don’t involve technology. Personally, I find being out in nature is soothing for the soul and brings me true happiness. It’s great living in a city with water running right through the middle of it, as it creates the perfect escape from reality for just a little bit. Kayaking has been a newfound love of mine as I moved to the city. I’ve found that it’s a great way to get not only a good upper-body workout, but a nice tan, and some some quality bonding time with good friends and my pup.

Everywhere you go, there’s something to do, you’ve just gotta find it. Instead of just sitting around the house, try something new! Get up, get out & go explore something.

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If you ever need to escape reality, the mountains are the place to go. I’ve gotten to explore a few places in the Rockies, but so far my FAVORITE place has been Crested Butte, CO. The town is filled with cute little boutiques, restaurants, coffee shops and AMAZING views. In the summer is the most magical time to experience this beautiful little secluded town about 5 hours west of Denver. The top places I recommend checking out are Rumors Coffee & Tea House (their Americano is awesome), Secret Stash Pizza, The Gypsy Wagon, Third Bowl Homemade Ice Cream and Princess Wine Bar.

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What better way to kick off the Christmas season than walking through the Trail of Lights at Zilker park with good friends, hot chocolate and delicious food from local businesses? Austin has so many events to get you into the Christmas spirit and celebrate the season that you don’t want to miss out on!

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Austin has many hidden gems within it’s city limits. Many of them are stores, restaurants, trails and events. One of my favorites is the sunsets over the water. No matter what struggle you seem to be going through, here’s something about watching the sunset near water that just brings peace to your soul. You forget about the world for a second and get lost in the beauty that the world has to offer.