There’s Been a Big Change in My Life

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I moved from the city to the mountains! You may have noticed that my most recent videos have all been in the mountains and lakes around Leavenworth, WA - one of America's most gorgeous and unique mountain towns. That's because Leavenworth is my new home! In this video I'll talk about why I moved to this remote mountain town, take you on a classic hike outside Leavenworth, and then just for fun do a polar plunge at one of my favorite alpine lakes, Lake Wenatchee! I'll also talk a little bit about my plans for this channel in 2024! Love y'all!! Thanks for being here! 💚
Intro: 00:00
Hiking and revealing why I moved to the mountains: 0:52
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Touring my new small town home: 8:46
Polar plunge: 11:43
What to expect from my channel in 2024: 13:09
Outro: 14:04
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The Miranda Goes Outside crew:
Director and Producer: Rainer Golden
Sr. Editor and Videographer: Abby Hagan
Videographer and Editor: Chelsea Newton
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Editor: Katie Van Fleet
Editor: Doug Linstedt
Dog: Tucker
Cat: Oscar
Miranda: Miranda
This video was filmed and edited by Abby!
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[@RainerGolden]

I moved to Leavenworth too, but mainly for the 35 mustards not to work on the channel with Miranda.

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

Do you even work on the channel? What's your job?

[@karinarey6488]

lol apparently it’s to creep around behind you! I love it!

[@RainerGolden]

@@karinarey6488😂😂😂

[@leslieminkler7748]

35 mustards?!

[@boyflux]

München Haus is one of my absolute faves. I will seriously make the 2+ hour drive from Kenmore just to grab lunch there.

[@cakeandchaos]

I don’t know why I feel compelled to say this….. somehow I just feel like Miranda needs to hear that she’s doing a great job and she doesn’t have to please anybody, so whatever she is/was searching for…. She deserves it hands down. Keep up the awesome work MGO Team! ❤

[@McGee77]

This Hallmark movie writes itself. Big city KZbin celebrity, Miranda moves to a tiny mountain town to further her career, But things don't go as expected when she finds love & realizes that that is what she was really seeking all along. 😄

[@RainerGolden]

Amazing comment 😂

[@lizzietrot2522]

"herpaderp derb a derb" is definitely my favorite Springsteen lyric

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

he's a true poetic genius

[@jenellsaphid]

That was my favorite part of this video ngl

[@andrewcuthbertson7552]

John Mellencamp sang about small towns bruce springsteen sang about his hometown.

[@taragatorade]

I thought this too. its not Springsteen but that's okay. @@andrewcuthbertson7552

[@ryanwilliams2706]

@@MirandaGoesOutside you the one sending the "telegraph me". Messages?

[@lindacastro6625]

Miranda! I’m so happy for you. Rainer’s goofy dance cracked me up! Thank you for lending your voice to KZbin. The way you share the outdoors and the honest way you share your struggles help me and so many more feel less alone. Keep bringing your authentic self and know you are appreciated. ❤

[@GONNALIVEHIKING]

agreed, I need to practice that dance! lol

[@RainerGolden]

My dance style is Bob Fosse interpreted by pool noodles.

[@porterbrass]

Get ready for KZbin superstardom! You and your crew are so fun to watch. The improv drama is hysterical. Keeping it light is the way to approach hiking. Love your doggy too. 🥹

[@tonyadoughty]

I knew before you even said it "Hey, that's Leavenworth!" As a nearby Wenatchee-ite who spends as much time hiking and camping around Leavenworth as possible, I hope to see you on the trail someday! Happy hiking and welcome to the sunny side of the mountains :)

[@briansalsbery9968]

My friend from Germany said “Leavenworth is more Bavarian than Bavaria”. 🙂

[@UntakenTrails]

Golly, we love the mountains too!

[@toddstine8895]

Living the actual dream!

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

🥰 I'm truly so lucky

[@Belgarathe]

I love involving the crew. The interactions among your friends is fun especially for traveling and exploring. I think there is also a time for solo video when diving into deep thoughts and experiences

[@pivana]

Ok sweetie, I don´t know if you will see this but: so many serendipity moments; just binging around your videos, in the same life situation as you, into hiking, thinking of moving, and I see the main Street of Leavenworth which reminded me of my favourite show from my childhood "Northern Exposure", I google the street, it is Roslyn Washington, which absolutely blew my mind, almost near haha. And, my heart melted even further by discovering and seeing Leavenworth! How fairytale cute the town is! Keep your spirits high, you made an excellent decision! Greetings from Germany 💞

[@jenniferbostrom759]

Yay Leavenworth! You gotta get some of that WhistlePunk Icecream 😋 Also, I’d love to see a Miranda does Trail Maintenance video. Maybe partner with WTA and let us know what we can do to help/get involved. Looking forward to your adventures!

[@gullepomp]

you don't have to put the rewind in there, WE WILL rewind and listen. so endearing.

[@richarddaugherty8583]

Miranda, I'm so happy for you! My dad used to live around Lake Chelan, not too far from where you are. He ended up living in Vancouver, worked across the river in Portland, and then moved to the SF Bay Area to be closer to us kids. He lasted three years before he had to move. I quote "you guys live about 10 years an hour faster than I can stand". He ended up meeting his third wife and they moved to Rapid City, SD where they actually lived happily ever after until he died at age 83. I think the slower pace of a small town and the ability to get into the woods whenever you like is going to be great for you. Thanks for introducing us to your new town! Sounds like a place I'd like to visit!

[@Ramblin_Dan]

I’m hiking the PCT this year and will be stopping in Leavenworth for a zero or two because my aunt and uncle live along the icicle river. I love the town! It’s definitely one of my bucket list places to live. Kudos to you! Enjoy!

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

Oh my gosh!! Congrats on your upcoming hike, and enjoy your zeros in Leavenworth! It's a perfect spot to recover, do some laundry, eat some food, and soak in the views.

[@Ramblin_Dan]

Thanks, @@MirandaGoesOutside! I'm part excited, part freaking the heck out! LOL... I just keep reminding myself "it's just walking, man. It's just walking."

[@l_myra_l9936]

I’ll be doing a zero in Leavenworth as well! Maybe see ya out on trail😁

[@omglolwots]

I'm so jealous, I want to hike the PCT again so badly. Every day is such a treat. Have fun, be safe!

[@JonathanShidler]

The bell has brought me here, and I am glad for it

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

WELCOME!! yay notification bell 🔔

[@michaelsigala8275]

I always love how genuine your content is. Wishing you nothing but the best.

[@kmfishbiologist]

Oh wow, if my wife would tolerate the cold, I’d totally live in Leavenworth. Such a magical place!!

[@michaelcrawford9425]

How exciting! You are the best!

[@Duhernt]

As a native east coaster I saw Leavenworth on my first trip to the PNW back in 2007. I live in Houston now and go backpacking with my college buddies who live up there now every summer. It's a huge spirtual and mental reset for me being in the mountains. You're videos help me get through the non summer months living in flat land Houston. Thank you to you and the team for all that you guys do spreading joy.

[@heyyall9378]

As a Texan, I can understand why you would need a little something extra to help you deal with being stuck in Houston.

[@Lifesatrap]

Congrats!!! Love this for you! Enjoy every second of it.

[@PhilAndersonOutside]

Very happy for you!

[@valeriee3039]

Happy for you Miranda!!!

[@Kayjayoh]

Miranda, while we all love regular content, please make sure to not burn yourself out if it starts coming to that. I know a lot of content creators that started out weekly have moved to ever other week, just because the work churn got to be too much. I'm excited to see what you do this year! Just take care of you first. :D

[@RainerGolden]

Miranda will likely respond but I just wanted to say I really appreciate this comment. Thank you! Burn out is a big thing on KZbin. Miranda and I are very focused on not burning out this year. We will definitely take some Sundays off here and there, and some edits will take longer too and we’ll always take the extra time to make sure a video is right, but even so we think we can deliver weekly content most of the year.

[@raeperonneau4941]

How exciting! Congratulations!!!

[@jeffreycarman2185]

Thanks for the video

[@RunningUphill]

How exciting! I am so happy for you guys. You deserve this after all the hard work, the risks, and the challenges. You are KILLING it.

[@77smp]

That's the Miranda we love . I'm excited to watch.😊💗

[@Wheezywatches]

The update I've been itching for!!! Wanting to do a similar move, but going to vicariously live through you for now. So happy for you and wishing you all the best on this new journey you're on.

[@mfarley252]

Love this for you!!❤

[@MariekaJackson]

SO HAPPY FOR YOU!!! Wish you the absolute best in your new home, town, trails, and chapter!

[@titanostrongman]

I agree and it is fun seeing your crew friends interacting and having fun with you❤ hope you enjoy your new home!

[@EllenSkow]

Congrats & thanks for the great content!

[@user-km9iv8hf8x]

So happy for you! 🎉

[@vetman548]

Good video looking forward to this year.

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

Thank you! Me too 🥰

[@juniper1girl]

Congratulations on your new home!!!

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

Thank you so much!! I love it 🥰

[@TaylortheNahamshaHiker]

Thats so exciting!! Cant wait to see what 2024 brings 🎉

[@TheOriginalJLaw]

Love this, and I’m excited that you’re excited about this year!Congrats on your new house and the move!

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

Thank you so much!! I'm super jazzed for the year, and to be sharing adventures + gear recs with all of you ❤️

[@gjbriles1]

You guys are so light-hearted and fun!

[@bobmccarney4772]

Congratulations...looking forward to the new season.

[@jbaranowski31]

Those are some insanely gorgeous views! Congratulations on the move!!! 🙂

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

Thank you!! Leavenworth goes hard on the beautiful views. It's a stunning little place!

[@paulkhanna1]

Yes! More crew shenanigans! Weekly videos: sure, if you can do it without burning out. Super stoked for longer trip videos. Can't wait to watch you guys this year! Cheers!

[@leahstalkingagain]

Miranda, I just want to say thanks for all your amazing videos! I moved from the PNW (where I lived for my whole life) out to Pennsylvania about 2 years ago and while I’ve been having lots of fun exploring some of the lovely nature that PA and WV have to offer there’s just nothing quite like the cascades! Your videos give me that little dose of home that keeps me from getting too homesick for the mountains and the forests ❤🏔️

[@barbarahultman5450]

Congratulations! I am so incredibly envious of you! The town looks so adorable and a great place to call home. Best of luck to you! I can’t wait to be a part of your journey. 😊

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

Thank you so much!! I'm excited you're here for the journey, and I can't wait to share more with y'all! The town is adorable 🥹

[@grimrot]

So happy for you!! As someone who grew up in a very small town, you're gonna love it!! I'm on a acreage now and love being able to go out the back door for a hike whenever I feel like it. I couldn't handle the city again!

[@heyyall9378]

It looks like you've found your own little slice of heaven. Thanks for showing us around, and I look forward to your future videos.

[@artofhiking]

so excited for you, and looking forward to following along on your adventures here!! -Claire

[@travisquinney1739]

Congratulations!!!

[@leleprtk]

This is a dream town to live in! Feels so homely, quiet and surrounded by nature! Literally a dream, I hope you’re really happy there Miranda 💕

[@jtellinghuisen75]

Super excited to see what adventures you take me on this year! Yay!!!!❤

[@minnajung8427]

I love Leavenworth. As former East Coasters who moved to NoCal 14 years ago, my family has made two trips to Leavenworth in the past few years to get a taste of snow, mountains, and Christmas.

[@jessw4038]

As a Texas transplant living in Tacoma, the Leavenworth area has been one of my favorite places in Washington since I stumbled on it 10 years ago. Magical every time of year. Definitely jealous-enjoy your new home!

[@leogadget]

Congrats, Miranda! I wish you a great time in the new place.

[@jcfh19981]

Love that trail!

[@courtney727ray]

I love this show, gosh darn!

[@starflier]

Congratulations on the move and I hope you are happy in the new little town.

[@Michelle-js5kh]

I moved to a tiny mountain town and what it lacks in access and shopping, it’s more than made up for with the recreation and community. I found that it became easier to be outside than to shop, or eat out or, or lay on the couch. It’s been a life changing environment change, and I am so happy for you! Congrats!

[@RottenlyMoodyChild]

Music was on point! 😂 This is truly wholesome, and I'm so happy for you, Miranda 💚 You and the crew deserve all the good things in the world. Especially all the sauerkraut, mustard and beer 😊

[@melanie_meanders]

This cheered me right up today. Thanks ❤

[@alexandrianunley5124]

After doing the Enchantments, I never wanted to leave! Your are living my dream! I’m excited for you! 😊congrats 🎉

[@JCrozier1]

So excited for you! i hope it turns out to be everything you hope it can be. Take care!

[@travelclimb]

We moved there as well! Love the outdoors and away from the city. If you ever want to test out some gear, just let us know as we may have it. I’m always cycling or running around the Pine St/Titus block.

[@angelinabowen6251]

I moved here, too and am often walking my dogs on those same streets. 😊

[@travelclimb]

@@angelinabowen6251awesome! It’s been great, and can’t wait for the summer season. If you saw someone fall off their bike a few times last week going down from the Lev. ski, that was me.

[@idontakepictures]

So cool!!

[@DavidHuffTexas]

My son lived in Seattle for a few years after college and my wife and I had always wanted to visit Leavenworth, so thanks for the tour! Now we want to come more than ever.

[@tgilbs]

So happy for you that you're making changes and excited about the future! I definitely appreciate regular uploads and certainly, the algorithm does too -- but, please don't do so at the expense of your mental well being! I hope you remember to take time off for yourself, you need it for yourself and to stay creatively inspired! That said, I'm really looking forward to seeing what you guys cook up! You have a wonderful dynamic with your crew/friends and I love the energy you guys bring to the outdoor space. Cheers!!!

[@cynthiajohnson5196]

You always make me smile Miranda.

[@stephanem5125]

Great video and so happy for you. Looking forward to the next one

[@melissarhein7847]

I love Leavenworth!

[@AuburnAlum1977]

I'm so looking forward to your videos this year and, yes, we do love seeing Abby & Rainer & Tucker (of course!) Enjoy your new hometown! ☺️

[@marycharleson3320]

How exciting..! Looks absolutely magical Enjoy your new journey in life! ❤

[@heidif482]

Congratulations!

[@alexanderellul2701]

Enjoy it for as long as it lasts Miranda :)))

[@kevchard5214]

Great choice of towns Miranda. I happened upon Leavenworth in the late 90s and remember it well. This is a beautiful small town.

[@sundaymorninghikes6275]

Golly gee this was great!!!

[@katherinehooper1157]

Congratulations Miranda! that town is beautiful! Cant wait to see what new content this amazing event allows you to make now

[@LD1911]

Hello from tri cities WA. Congrats on the move! Thanks for being an inspiration.

[@jeremymerritt5564]

Absolutely love the wonderful and positive vibes of both you and Reiner! Your videos are such a joy to watch!❤️

[@coleroth6980]

Great job

[@JayDubster]

That makes sooo much sense Miranda!! You deserve to be in a gorgeous mountain town. Enjoy the new adventures :)

[@toddshook1765]

Wonderful new move. Look forward to many more adventures and fun.

[@sandralutz-rodriguez2864]

Congratulations Miranda! That is so exciting for you and the channel. So pumped to see Your cascade adventures.

[@MalFunktion1]

I'm happy for you! My sons and I have years of memories in the Leavenworth area. Enjoy!

[@annwiltshire2183]

So happy for you! Leavenworth is one of my favorite places. Beautiful area! Enjoy your new neighborhood and places to explore.

[@hannahjaneheathson]

I love this! What a unique place to live - and yay for more videos and hiking and crew! Thank you for inspiring us to get outside and be ourselves ❤

[@winterburden]

Very cool!

[@graywind4326]

Great location and fun video. Wish you all the best!

[@patricialavelle8790]

I love your energy Miranda.

[@skyblue-lb9kr]

Good call, Miranda! Best wishes to you and Rainer, living in the wild! Tucker, too....

[@jackies.3751]

Bigger trips... More of the crew... Weekly videos... YAY! can't wait 😍

[@MichaelHilliard]

Love that town and love that lake! Congratulations! Looking forward to your adventure.

[@simplystavish]

I'm super excited for you and a tad jealous!!! What an amazing move for you! Congrats!

[@ericwhiting]

Happy for you. I could only imagine living in a beautiful place like that. I'll be tuning in to see your adventures.

[@mountainwoman5]

Thanks!

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

Thank you so much!!!

[@jessicaferguson4273]

Leavenworth is a beautiful place no matter the season! Congratulations on the move! It will make an excellent base camp for many adventures.

[@leapintothewild]

Watched you from the beginning on REI but lost track during our 3.5 yr house/property reno - so glad you popped up on my feed!! Congrats on this next stage and excited to see your new adventures. 👏🏻 ❤ New place, new energy!

[@sherrierifenberg2199]

Good job, lady! Onward and upward!

[@roryearl1784]

Me and my buddies all just polar plunge in the gross dam area a mile from town but an alpine lake plunge sounds amazing 🤩

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

😆 I've polar plunged in some questionable spots, but this one is definitely top-notch!!

[@hannahheather2004]

Ahh!! I'm so happy for you! Leavenworth is so cool. The bookstore there is amazing! I hope it treats you and the crew so well :')

[@jenniferbonilla8833]

I love Leavenworth! I hope to run into you the next time I'm there. ❤

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

I'm sure you will!! ❤️