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People wearing goggles in a clear blue pool with palm trees and desert landscaping in the background.
People wearing goggles in a clear blue pool with palm trees and desert landscaping in the background.

SoCal New Year

December 31, 2020
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INDIO, CA :: Ringing in the New Year, SoCal and Animal Style! 😎🍔Wishing everyone health and happiness in 2021!

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Three people standing next to a large Joshua tree in a desert landscape.
Three people standing next to a large Joshua tree in a desert landscape.

Joshua Tree

December 30, 2020
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JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, JOSHUA TREE CA, JOSHUA TREE, CA :: U2’s fifth studio album and our destination today!

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A cozy living room decorated for the holidays with a large tree, gifts, red stockings on the fireplace, and individuals in matching pajamas gathering around the tree.
A cozy living room decorated for the holidays with a large tree, gifts, red stockings on the fireplace, and individuals in matching pajamas gathering around the tree.

Christmas 2020

December 25, 2020
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: So grateful to share the holidays with our families! Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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Children playing a board game at a table with a decorated Christmas tree in the background. A cozy holiday scene in a modern home.
Children playing a board game at a table with a decorated Christmas tree in the background. A cozy holiday scene in a modern home.

First D&D Adventure

December 22, 2020
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: I ran the twins through their first D&D campaign today! They outwitted an ambush, cleared a cave of goblins and their bugbear leader, rescued an...

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A group of people gathered around a large kitchen island enjoying a meal together in a modern kitchen.
A group of people gathered around a large kitchen island enjoying a meal together in a modern kitchen.

Suncadia Winter Getaway

December 21, 2020
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SUNCADIA, CLE ELUM, WA :: We safely gathered (Covid) with family this weekend to celebrate the holidays and the surprise engagement of my sister!

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Three elaborately decorated gingerbread houses on a wooden surface with a Christmas tree in the background.
Three elaborately decorated gingerbread houses on a wooden surface with a Christmas tree in the background.

Gingerbread Houses

December 13, 2020
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: Gingerbread houses! The kids made theirs the traditional way, and I made mine with Lego. While Legos are much neater to work with, they can't beat...

Projects
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Wreck of the Peter Iredale

November 29, 2020
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WRECK OF THE PETER IREDALE, FORT STEVENS STATE PARK, OR :: The Peter Iredale looked especially dramatic in the evening light, its rusted ribs rising from the surf like the...

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Three people standing on a rocky outcrop while the sun sets over the ocean, with soft golden light reflecting on the calm water.
Three people standing on a rocky outcrop while the sun sets over the ocean, with soft golden light reflecting on the calm water.

Sunset at Hug Point

November 29, 2020
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HUG POINT, OR :: We reached Hug Point just as the sky began turning gold, with the tide reflecting every last bit of the sunset.

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Barefoot individuals walking on a reflective wet sandy beach with rocky headlands and ocean waves in the distance under a blue sky.
Barefoot individuals walking on a reflective wet sandy beach with rocky headlands and ocean waves in the distance under a blue sky.

Cannon Beach Thanksgiving

November 29, 2020
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CANNON BEACH, OR :: Another Thanksgiving at Cannon Beach! This year we lucked out with some amazing weather, and the kids were warm enough to run through the foamy surf with their...

Travel
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A family poses on a grassy cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The distant rocky outcrops are partially shrouded in morning mist.
A family poses on a grassy cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The distant rocky outcrops are partially shrouded in morning mist.

Ecola State Park

November 29, 2020
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ECOLA STATE PARK, JEWELL, OR :: Enjoying kites and trails on a blustery bluff overlooking beautiful Cannon Beach.

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A woman in a bright puffer jacket poses next to a black SUV. The setting features autumn foliage in the background.
A woman in a bright puffer jacket poses next to a black SUV. The setting features autumn foliage in the background.

Bye Disco, Hello Mando

November 15, 2020
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BELLEVUE JAGUAR AND LAND ROVER, BELLEVUE, WA :: This weekend we said goodbye to Disco, and hello to Mando! I love the new Defender, but I think the nickname the kids came up with...

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A child wearing an apron carefully slices yellow-orange fruit on a black cutting board. The background shows a bright kitchen with a view of the outdoors.
A child wearing an apron carefully slices yellow-orange fruit on a black cutting board. The background shows a bright kitchen with a view of the outdoors.

Chicken Skewers & S’mores Pie

November 8, 2020
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: The kids cooked a couple of their favorite Radish recipes today: Chicken Teriyaki Skewers and S’mores Pie!

Projects
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A row of four carved pumpkins with glowing faces displayed on a wooden kitchen counter.
A row of four carved pumpkins with glowing faces displayed on a wooden kitchen counter.

Covid Halloween

October 31, 2020
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: A little different this year, but still a fun time! Grateful for our neighbors that organized safe, alternative activities!

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The Philippine General Hospital building is illuminated at dusk, with a person standing on the grand staircase.
The Philippine General Hospital building is illuminated at dusk, with a person standing on the grand staircase.

19th Anniversary

October 25, 2020
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MCMENAMINS ELKS TEMPLE, TACOMA, WA :: Kristie and I celebrated our 19th anniversary with a stay at the McMenamins Elks Temple in Tacoma. We requested the very cool Graffiti Room,...

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Three individuals pictured seated outdoors in a rural landscape, wearing protective face masks. The backdrop features green fields and a farm environment with wooden fencing.
Three individuals pictured seated outdoors in a rural landscape, wearing protective face masks. The backdrop features green fields and a farm environment with wooden fencing.

Corn Maze

October 18, 2020
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BOB'S CORN AND PUMPKIN FARM, SNOHOMISH, WA :: Embracing the season with a visit to the local farm. Nothing says Fall like the sight of pumpkins all the way to the horizon,...

Misc
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Three people smiling around a birthday cake with lit candles on a coffee table. Cozy living room scene with wrapped gifts and a black leather sofa.
Three people smiling around a birthday cake with lit candles on a coffee table. Cozy living room scene with wrapped gifts and a black leather sofa.

Kristie’s Birthday

October 18, 2020
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: We had a great time celebrating Kristie's birthday, packing the weekend with family fun, including Bob's corn maze and Throw Throw Burrito!

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A child playfully jumping in a teal-walled bedroom with white furniture. The room features a desk, and clothing poster.
A child playfully jumping in a teal-walled bedroom with white furniture. The room features a desk, and clothing poster.

Magnetic Paint

October 15, 2020
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NORTH CREEK, WA :: After 8 (!!!) coats of paint (6 in magnetic and 2 in Paradise Landscape), Lauren’s new favorite color (teal) adorns her walls (along with her beautiful...

Projects
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Silkworms nestled in a clear plastic bowl filled with mulberry leaves inside a bioactive enclosure.
Silkworms nestled in a clear plastic bowl filled with mulberry leaves inside a bioactive enclosure.

Welcome, Sienna

October 6, 2020
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: Happy day for Miranda, our little herpetologist! They welcomed Sienna home – a beautiful 3-month old corn snake!

Misc
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Three girls celebrating a birthday with metallic balloons and a 'Happy Birthday' sign.
Three girls celebrating a birthday with metallic balloons and a 'Happy Birthday' sign.

10th Birthday

September 20, 2020
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SUNCADIA, CLE ELUM, WA :: We celebrated our twins' 10th birthday, along with their cousin's and grandpa's birthdays at Suncadia! It was a fun weekend filled with...

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A view of a well-maintained house with a curved asphalt driveway under a clear blue sky.
A view of a well-maintained house with a curved asphalt driveway under a clear blue sky.

North Creek Clubhouse

September 8, 2020
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NORTH CREEK CLUBHOUSE, BOTHELL, WA :: A few years ago, we purchased this 90 year-old, former golf clubhouse, to serve as the new office for English Insurance Group and Learning...

Projects
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Two young girls smiling in their summer outfits. A homey photo capturing personal travel or vacation moments.
Two young girls smiling in their summer outfits. A homey photo capturing personal travel or vacation moments.

4th Grade

September 2, 2020
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CANYON CREEK ELEMENTARY, BOTHELL, WA :: We are so proud of our 4th graders, taking on the challenge of a virtual education to stay safe from Covid. Lauren and Miranda are excited...

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Two people are enjoying a boat ride on calm blue waters.
Two people are enjoying a boat ride on calm blue waters.

Lake Chelan Boating

August 26, 2020
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LAKE CHELAN, WA :: A calm day on Lake Chelan gave us plenty of time on the boat, surrounded by blue water and blue sky.

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Two people holding a stuffed animal on a balcony with a scenic lake and sunset view at dusk.
Two people holding a stuffed animal on a balcony with a scenic lake and sunset view at dusk.

Lake Chelan Sunset

August 26, 2020
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LAKE CHELAN, WA :: The twins take in a beautiful sunset over Lake Chelan, which coincided with their Pusheen’s birthday.

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Two people riding a jet ski on a lake under a clear blue sky. Detailed shots of the jet ski and surrounding water.
Two people riding a jet ski on a lake under a clear blue sky. Detailed shots of the jet ski and surrounding water.

Lake Chelan Jet Ski

August 26, 2020
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LAKE CHELAN, WA :: The quiet lake did not stay quiet for long once the jet skis came out. Plenty of spray, speed, and big smiles!.

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A joyful underwater photo from our family vacation, capturing the vibrant blue of a crystal clear pool.
A joyful underwater photo from our family vacation, capturing the vibrant blue of a crystal clear pool.

Cool in the Pool

August 25, 2020
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LAKE CHELAN SHORES, CHELAN, WA :: We traded the summer heat for fun times in the resort's pool.

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A group of people browsing a colorful fruit stand in a bustling indoor market under a 'Lower Floor' sign.
Explore the beauty of marine life with this vibrant fish amidst a coral reef.
A pair of bald eagles perched on a dead tree branch against a clear blue sky.
A black and white photo of a family walking a toddler in a stroller through a lush garden.
Overlooking a lush green landscape with distant islands from a rocky mountain peak.
A child in a pink shirt balances on a rustic log in a lush green alpine meadow, with snow-capped mountains in the distance.
Kanye West performs on stage wearing a black t-shirt with a face graphic, singing into a microphone during a live concert.
A scenic panoramic view of desert cliffs and rocky terrain seen through an open natural arch.
A smiling couple poses in front of Cinderella's Castle at a theme park. The iconic pink and blue castle stands majestically in the background.
John and Kristie pose in front of the vibrant and colorful Kooza Cirque du Soleil backdrop. They are smiling joyfully, sharing a moment of excitement and anticipation.
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A classic green double-decker bus parked on a cobblestone street next to a wooden building, with trees and a clear sky in the background.
A charming single-story home in the Pacific Northwest, featuring a well-maintained green lawn, surrounded by tall trees and a clear blue sky.
An underwater snapshot of someone skin diving in clear, blue-green water while wearing snorkeling gear.
Two people relaxing in black hanging patio chairs on a wooden deck surrounded by well-maintained urban homes.
Children having fun on a circular swing in a park surrounded by trees.
A foggy view of a Pacific Northwest rocky island surrounded by turquoise waves. Giant rock formations are partially visible in the mist.
A street view of Casa Blanca with a Coca-Cola sign hanging above.
A wooden boardwalk curves gracefully through vast, textured red sandstone formations under a serene sky.
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