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Visitors browse fresh produce at a farmers market in a European town, highlighted by colorful fruits and green trees.
Visitors browse fresh produce at a farmers market in a European town, highlighted by colorful fruits and green trees.

Lindengracht & Noordermarkt

May 5, 2026
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MARKT LINDENGRACHT, AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS :: We spent the morning wandering through Lindengracht Market and right next door at Noordermarkt. Two adjacent markets in the amazing...

Traditional Dutch windmills with their sails catching the wind, set along a calm waterway under a vibrant blue sky.
Traditional Dutch windmills with their sails catching the wind, set along a calm waterway under a vibrant blue sky.

Zaanse Schans

May 4, 2026
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ZAANSE SCHANS – AMSTERDAM, ZAANDAM, NETHERLANDS :: We made the trip out to Zaanse Schans for a classic Dutch experience: windmills, clogs, and those iconic green timber...

A close-up of a person enjoying fresh seafood with a fork at the floating fish market in Amsterdam.
A close-up of a person enjoying fresh seafood with a fork at the floating fish market in Amsterdam.

Eating Amsterdam

May 3, 2026
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AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS :: We tried to eat our way through Amsterdam one Dutch snack at a time, but realized we are not built like food bloggers. Not sure how they do it! I gave it...

A mint green car parked along a historic canal in Europe. Pedestrians walk past charming brick buildings with red shutters.
A mint green car parked along a historic canal in Europe. Pedestrians walk past charming brick buildings with red shutters.

Amsterdam’s Tiny Cars

May 3, 2026
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AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS :: We can’t stop noticing the tiny cars all over Amsterdam. I think they’re called brommobielen, and they totally make sense here in the city. Small...

A couple takes a selfie during a canal boat tour in Amsterdam, with historic buildings in the background.
A couple takes a selfie during a canal boat tour in Amsterdam, with historic buildings in the background.

Amsterdam Canal Tour

May 2, 2026
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THOSE DAM BOAT GUYS, AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS :: The canal tour with Those Dam Boat Guys was a highlight of our first day. Just eight of us on a smaller boat, so we could slip into...

Person posing with a bicycle decorated in bright pink flowers beside a canal.
Person posing with a bicycle decorated in bright pink flowers beside a canal.

Arriving in Amsterdam

May 2, 2026
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AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS :: Landed in sunny Amsterdam after a 10-hour flight and powered through the entire day to beat the jet lag. We fell in love with the countless canals, the...

Two people stand silhouetted on a beach, facing a vibrant orange sunset over the ocean. The sun gleams behind them, casting a warm glow across the water and sky.
Two people stand silhouetted on a beach, facing a vibrant orange sunset over the ocean. The sun gleams behind them, casting a warm glow across the water and sky.

Spring Break at Cannon Beach

April 7, 2026
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CANNON BEACH, OR :: Kicking off Spring Break with a few days of stunning nature, sunshine, and shopping at Cannon Beach!

A group of young fans makes playful faces at a concert, with one sticking out their tongue.
A group of young fans makes playful faces at a concert, with one sticking out their tongue.

femtanyl at Neumos

March 30, 2026
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NEUMOS, SEATTLE, WA :: Having a teen has its perks, especially when it means getting pulled into music scenes I’d never find on my own. Last night it was femtanyl at Neumos, with...

A person in a purple costume holding a prop spear at an indoor event, wearing goggles on their head.
A person in a purple costume holding a prop spear at an indoor event, wearing goggles on their head.

Emerald City Comic Con

March 8, 2026
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EMERALD CITY COMIC CON, SEATTLE, WA :: Emerald City Comicon was packed(!!!), but full of nice people and fun moments. Charlie got tons of love for their Rise of the TMNT Donatello...

A large golden statue of Marilyn Monroe in her iconic dress, standing amidst palm trees as the sky turns pink and purple at dusk.
A large golden statue of Marilyn Monroe in her iconic dress, standing amidst palm trees as the sky turns pink and purple at dusk.

Downtown Palm Springs

February 1, 2026
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DOWNTOWN PALM SPRINGS, CA :: Our last night in Palm Springs was a relaxed stroll through downtown for dinner and some sightseeing. We checked out the walk of fame, a bunch of fun...

A large pink dinosaur sculpture stands next to a smaller green one in a park with palm trees.
A large pink dinosaur sculpture stands next to a smaller green one in a park with palm trees.

Cabazon Dinosaurs

January 31, 2026
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CABAZON DINOSAURS, CABAZON, CA :: Quick trip to the Cabazon Dinosaurs for Charlie, our resident dino superfan. These giant colorful statues have been attracting drivers (and Pee...

A person with purple hair uses a flashlight to search a wall panel during an escape room experience.
A person with purple hair uses a flashlight to search a wall panel during an escape room experience.

Escape Room Palm Springs

January 30, 2026
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ESCAPE ROOM PALM SPRINGS, PALM SPRINGS, CA :: Escape Room Palm Springs was a fun stop for us. We did the Bank Heist first. Breaking into the manager’s office, sneaking through the...

A group of three travelers posing in front of a massive heart-shaped boulder in a desert landscape.
A group of three travelers posing in front of a massive heart-shaped boulder in a desert landscape.

Heart Rock

January 29, 2026
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HEART ROCK, JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, CA :: Heart Rock is just a short walk from Arch Rock and was a great way to wrap up our day at Joshua Tree. On the drive back, we got a...

Two hikers pose beneath a massive natural rock arch on a sunny day.
Two hikers pose beneath a massive natural rock arch on a sunny day.

Arch Rock

January 28, 2026
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ARCH ROCK, JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, CA :: Late afternoon at Arch Rock in Joshua Tree. We explored the arch, then kept going into the rugged terrain behind it – a little...

A person navigating a narrow gap between massive rock formations, highlighting the scale of the landscape.
A person navigating a narrow gap between massive rock formations, highlighting the scale of the landscape.

Hall of Horrors at Joshua Tree

January 27, 2026
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JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, PINTO WYE, CA :: First stop in Joshua Tree National Park was the Hall of Horrors – a pair of slots that are extremely narrow and rightfully earn...

A rustic wooden wagon sits in a dusty street in front of the antique western building labeled Pottery.
A rustic wooden wagon sits in a dusty street in front of the antique western building labeled Pottery.

Pioneertown

January 27, 2026
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PIONEERTOWN, CA :: Pioneertown was supposed to be a quick pit stop on our way to Joshua Tree, but we ended up spending a couple hours there. This quirky little Old West movie-set...

A group of three people posing among tall palm trees and rocky canyon walls on a sunny day.
A group of three people posing among tall palm trees and rocky canyon walls on a sunny day.

Andreas Canyon

January 26, 2026
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ANDREAS CANYON, PALM SPRINGS, CA :: We hiked through Andreas Canyon yesterday and I’m still not over it. Weaving in and out of the palm grove cathedral beside the steep, rocky...

A scenic view of a waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff with hikers at its base.
A scenic view of a waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff with hikers at its base.

Tahquitz Canyon

January 26, 2026
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TAHQUITZ FALLS, PALM SPRINGS, CA :: A morning up Tahquitz Canyon under a brilliant blue sky, towering stone carved by cascading falls, and tiny Costa’s Hummingbirds shimmering...

A modern home with a bright yellow wall is set against a backdrop of palm trees and green grass under a sunny blue sky.
A modern home with a bright yellow wall is set against a backdrop of palm trees and green grass under a sunny blue sky.

A Palm Springs Birthday

January 25, 2026
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PALM SPRINGS, CA :: Celebrating my midlife birthday with midcentury modern style in sunny Palm Springs!

A family enjoys visiting a vibrant holiday light show. The festive atmosphere is highlighted by colorful LEDs and glowing trees.
A family enjoys visiting a vibrant holiday light show. The festive atmosphere is highlighted by colorful LEDs and glowing trees.

Holiday Lights at Tulalip

December 17, 2025
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TULALIP RESORT CASINO, TULALIP, WA :: Tonight we caught a welcome break in the deluge of rain and headed to the Holiday Lights at Tulalip. It was a full-on spectacle of over 9...

A group of smiling friends and family members pose behind a buffet table laden with holiday dishes and a colorful bouquet.
A group of smiling friends and family members pose behind a buffet table laden with holiday dishes and a colorful bouquet.

Happy Thanksgiving

November 27, 2025
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SOUTH HILL, WA :: Happy Thanksgiving from Grandma & Grandpa’s house! So thankful for a full table, great food, and cousins laughing and playing together. Hope your day is...

Two costumed family members standing together in front of a white interior door. One wears a punk rock outfit with face paint, and the other a reindeer onesie.
Two costumed family members standing together in front of a white interior door. One wears a punk rock outfit with face paint, and the other a reindeer onesie.

Happy Halloween

October 31, 2025
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NORTH CREEK, WA :: Happy Halloween! This year our teenage twins skipped jack-o’-lanterns and trick-or-treating, but still had a blast dressing up for the school costume carnival...

A small orange bird perched on a shrub.
A small orange bird perched on a shrub.

Hosmers Grove Birding

October 29, 2025
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HOSMERS GROVE, HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK, KULA, HI :: We wrapped up our Maui trip high on Haleakala, hunting for the increasingly elusive ʻIʻiwi in Hosmer Grove (elevation 7000’)....

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