A Family Move

April 12, 2018

Eleven years ago we traveled from Heidelberg, Germany for a summertime visit to Austin. We had been on the lookout for a stateside home and a dear family friend, and long time Austin resident, thought it might just meet our criteria. Within days, our family fell head over heels in love with Austin and in particular the neighborhood of Travis Heights. We were captivated by the massive historic oak trees, Stacy Park, and the historic bungalows that had been so well preserved. Shortly after our visit we put in an offer on 511 East Mary and have never regretted the decision. Since our arrival, Austin has grown by leaps and bounds and we have watched the effects of that growth slowly penetrate our neighborhood in the heart of the city. The quaint and simple cottages that drew us in are now being destroyed or moved out. The very trees we treasured were cleared and mega homes that fill the lots now tower over the remaining craftsman homes.

When these changes came to our East Mary Street early this year we began considering our options. Returning to Europe was certainly on the list but our dream had been to live between the two continents with a home base in each place. Austin has become home to Sebastian, and our two grown daughters and boyfriends have made it their home as well. So what to do?

Sebastian’s recent goal of transferring from Austin Community College to Texas State, San Marcos helped us out. Having observed several Austin friends settle into to the thriving art community of San Marcos certainly added to our interest. Just 40 minutes down the road, it would still be within a commute distance for the few days of week Joachim needed to be at his Clarksville office and certainly close enough to meet up with the girls and boyfriends for family gatherings. What we didn’t know at the time but what clinched the deal was the dedication of the San Marcos community to maintaining nature preserves within and around the city.

And so it has been decided. We have located a gorgeous wooded lot in an established neighborhood in the hills just above Texas State University. Plans are being finalized now for a lovely family home. Our current at 511 East Mary Street is now on the market and within the next month or so the three of us along with our beloved pets Ruby and Lucy and the Vital Extract store will transition down the road to San Marcos. Our first stop will be a rental house which will be our respite while our house is constructed.

What does that mean for my practice? For those of you who meet me on Zoom already, my family move won’t impact you one bit. However, you loyal Austinites who have helped build my practice will face the greatest change. As of April 12th, due to the unpredictable parade of realtors showing our home I will be transitioning all who are willing to remote appointments. I expect to continue with a remote only practice through my summer months in Europe. By the first of September I will have a better feel for what I can then offer in person. We will continue offering local pick up of Gemmos and remedies, until we physically relocate in San Marcos.

I will certainly be able to provide you with a two week notice. Once we’ve relocated, we will be happy to ship your order by post with the same care provided to the hundreds of customers who reside outside of Austin.

I am thankful to all of my clients, colleagues, and friends who have made my time in Austin a time of growth, discovery, and success. Stay tuned as we make this transition and celebrate a new beginning.

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6 Comments

  1. Kara on April 13, 2018 at 1:01 pm

    We certainly see and feel those changes to our beloved city, too. Best wishes to the family during this transition!

    • Lauren on April 13, 2018 at 4:52 pm

      Thanks so much Kara! There are a few lots near us, come join us in San Marcos!

  2. Dave on April 16, 2018 at 6:58 am

    Sounds like a great move for you and your family. I wish you well in your transition. Thanks for creating such an incredible respite in Travis Heights and I am sure u will make San Marcos a shinier spot as well. I will miss having you close by. Love u Lauren.

    • Lauren on April 16, 2018 at 9:59 am

      Hi Dave
      I”ll miss you and so many here in Austin but I am just down the road. I can not wait to see what manifests for my practice in San Marcos.
      Love & Light to you,
      Lauren

  3. Maile Molin on April 16, 2018 at 9:38 pm

    Congratulations on this exciting change! Our family will miss seeing you strolling by. But glad to know you’ll be right down the road, possibly paving the way for the rest of us!

    • Lauren on April 18, 2018 at 6:30 am

      We would welcome you down to our new neighborhood. Thanks Maile!

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