"A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself." I've always been a dog person and have had a dog in my life since I was a toddler and sharing my Cheerios with 'Muffin, my parents first "fur baby" before I came along. She was my protector, my play buddy, and ate the yucky stuff I didn't want off my plate and she was also my first love affair with a furry friend. My family always adopted shelter dogs and when I was out on my own I kept with that loving tradition with shelter dogs and rescue dogs Cuddles, Ginger, Vinnie & Mona, and now Lilly & Sonny (brother and sister). The pain is unbearable when we lose them but the love they give us unconditionally is more than they will ever know. I'm proud of my shelter pups and aways say that they rescued me! And making sure that they are happy, loved and taken care of is a top priority in my life. And that includes plenty of recreation. And if you're a pet mom like me, there are times the guilt sets in because we can't them out as much to run, and play, and socialize. Because dogs are pack animals and need that socialization.
Hey friends it's Indiana Joni with a day trip adventure in the beautiful Fort Ben area of Indianapolis! "Fort Ben" is an historic district and surrounding community in Lawrence, Indiana, that grew around the former Fort Benjamin Harrison military post. The area blends its historical military past with modern amenities and recreational opportunities. I think it's the perfect outing for a girls trip, family trip, or even a picnic in the park for a date. Hidden treasures surrounding Fort Ben include The Indianapolis Salt Cave , a tranquil Halotherapy center located in a historic firehouse. If the great outdoors and nature are your thing, you should explore the extensive trails and natural beauty of Fort Harrison State Park. Other unique spots include the Theater at the Fort for community spirit, live theater productions or a movie!
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Hey friends it's Indiana Joni and Fall has officially arrived (Sept. 22nd) bringing with it a canvas of glorious colors to enjoy in the great outdoors! I love Autumn for the apple picking, corn mazes, pumpkin patch visits, festivals and hayrides but especially for a Fall road trip to soak in the beauty of nature. If you're looking for the perfect day trip to be awed by all the bright and bold colors of Fall, one of my favorite destinations is Brown County State Park . As a kid one of my first New Palestine grade school field trips (remember those!) was to BCSP. It was love at first sight with all the majestic trees and the fiery red, gold, orange, yellow leaves just ripe for the picking and the fallen leaves lining the park like a royal blanket! For me an annual road trip to Brown County to witness the changing leaves is nostalgic and reminds me of simple care free days growing up in the Hoosier State. And as an adult it's one of my favorite annual "besties" road adventures to make new memories and still get the warm and fuzees from being a kid!
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