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People skating on a roller rink with colorful overhead lighting and a classic disco ball. The polished wooden floor reflects the vibrant light patterns.
People skating on a roller rink with colorful overhead lighting and a classic disco ball. The polished wooden floor reflects the vibrant light patterns.

Skate Night

October 8, 2019
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LYNNWOOD BOWL & SKATE, LYNNWOOD, WA :: Colored lights, loud music, and a pair of skates made for a high-energy night at the rink.

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Two smiling girls sitting behind a table filled with colorful bakery-themed plush toys.
Two smiling girls sitting behind a table filled with colorful bakery-themed plush toys.

Pusheen’s Birthday

September 29, 2019
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: The kids arbitrarily decided today was Aanya's birthday. Aanya is the name of their Pusheenimal lion – one of their favorite stuffies....

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A smiling girl in a purple cardigan holding a red book at an outdoor book fair table.
A smiling girl in a purple cardigan holding a red book at an outdoor book fair table.

Seattle Children’s Book Festival

September 28, 2019
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SEATTLE, WA :: Today the kids got to see some of their favorite authors, including Tui T. Sutherland (Wings of Fire), Dana Simpson (Phoebe and Her Unicorn), Kazu Kibuishi...

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Children in lab coats conduct colorful experiments at a Happy Birthday display.
Children in lab coats conduct colorful experiments at a Happy Birthday display.

Science Birthday Party

September 24, 2019
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: Lauren & Miranda chose to celebrate their 9th birthday with a science themed party and thirteen of their best friends. Catalyst Courtney from Mad...

Events
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Two children lean over a glittery birthday cake with lit candles shaped like the number 9. A wrapped gift and a headband with a red flower are visible.
Two children lean over a glittery birthday cake with lit candles shaped like the number 9. A wrapped gift and a headband with a red flower are visible.

Nine

September 20, 2019
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: Happy 9th Birthday to our beautiful (and very silly) kids! Thank you, Grandma Carol, for the nice cards and fun gifts!

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A youth soccer team in purple uniforms listens to a coach on the sideline.
A youth soccer team in purple uniforms listens to a coach on the sideline.

Alicorns vs Daisies

September 15, 2019
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BOTHELL, WA :: Proud of these kids for playing hard through the entire game with no subs and no complaints! Thanks to Ruben for stepping in to coach, and Lizzy for refereeing!

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Two students walking down a wide sidewalk lined with mature trees, with a yellow school bus driving on the street behind them.
Two students walking down a wide sidewalk lined with mature trees, with a yellow school bus driving on the street behind them.

3rd Grade

September 4, 2019
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CANYON CREEK ELEMENTARY, BOTHELL, WA :: Third grade began with bright backpacks, familiar front-step photos, and two kids suddenly looking much older than they did last September.

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Family walking through a historic hotel courtyard on a sunny day. Green trees and people gathered on the grounds.
Family walking through a historic hotel courtyard on a sunny day. Green trees and people gathered on the grounds.

Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery

September 1, 2019
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CHATEAU STE. MICHELLE WINERY, WOODINVILLE, WA :: Enjoying the last weekend of summer vacation with games, crafts, music, and of course wine at Ste. Michelle.

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Young soccer competitors in purple and blue uniforms on a green field. White goal posts are visible in the background near a natural green tree line.
Young soccer competitors in purple and blue uniforms on a green field. White goal posts are visible in the background near a natural green tree line.

NYSA Soccer Jamboree

August 25, 2019
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REDMOND, WA :: The kids kicked off their 2019 soccer season with three (3!) games on Saturday at the interleague soccer jamboree at 60 Acres! They were pretty beat by the end of...

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Children ride bicycles on a sunny day along a coastal path near Santa Monica beach, surrounded by palm trees and pedestrians.
Children ride bicycles on a sunny day along a coastal path near Santa Monica beach, surrounded by palm trees and pedestrians.

Pier to Pier Bike Ride

August 11, 2019
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SANTA MONICA, CA :: Before heading back to the airport, we rented bikes at Santa Monica Pier and rode them via the nice bike path to Venice Beach Pier. We stopped to check out the...

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A smiling girl at the end of a bright yellow playground tunnel with adults entering behind her.
A smiling girl at the end of a bright yellow playground tunnel with adults entering behind her.

Tongva Park

August 5, 2019
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TONGVA PARK, SANTA MONICA, CA :: On the final day of our trip, we had breakfast and explored Santa Monica's brand new and beautiful Tongva Park, just a block away from our...

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A colonial-style observatory building with domed roofs features crowds of visitors on surrounding grass and paved paths during evening. The site in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, is bathed in warm sunlight under a clear sky.
A colonial-style observatory building with domed roofs features crowds of visitors on surrounding grass and paved paths during evening. The site in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, is bathed in warm sunlight under a clear sky.

Griffith Observatory

August 4, 2019
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GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY, LOS ANGELES, CA :: Angelenos are lucky to have free access to amazing museums such as The Getty Center, California Science Center, and The Griffith...

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Two young individuals running happily along a tree-lined urban plaza with a gazebo and pedestrians in the background.
Two young individuals running happily along a tree-lined urban plaza with a gazebo and pedestrians in the background.

Santa Monica

August 2, 2019
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SANTA MONICA, CA :: While in Southern California, we felt we needed to spend a couple days at the beach. So off to Santa Monica we went, where we spent the first day relaxing in...

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Moro Rock

August 1, 2019
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MORO ROCK, SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, CA :: Our last stop in Sequoia National Park was Moro Rock, a granite monolith that towers over most of the park. It's like the little...

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A family relaxes on smooth boulders while a waterfall tumbles over the rocks behind them.
A family relaxes on smooth boulders while a waterfall tumbles over the rocks behind them.

Tokopah Falls Trail

July 31, 2019
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TOKOPAH FALLS, SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, CA :: After being on the road for a few hours and enduring the summertime crowds around General Sherman, it was nice to stretch our legs a...

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Three people linking arms around the massive trunk of a giant sequoia tree in a forest setting.
Three people linking arms around the massive trunk of a giant sequoia tree in a forest setting.

General Sherman

July 30, 2019
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GENERAL SHERMAN TREE, SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, CA :: We enjoyed a day in Sequoia National Park, starting with General Sherman, the world's largest tree (by volume)! It's...

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A Cortez basket with a cartoon face featuring blue eyes, with a person looking over the side in a warehouse setting.
A Cortez basket with a cartoon face featuring blue eyes, with a person looking over the side in a warehouse setting.

Blanco

July 30, 2019
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COSTCO, WOODINVILLE, WA :: We had fun shopping with Blanco The Legendary Costco Cart this morning!

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Two young girls mixing ingredients in a white bowl at a kitchen sink. A close-up of hands holding a whisk.
Two young girls mixing ingredients in a white bowl at a kitchen sink. A close-up of hands holding a whisk.

Cosmic Cuisine

July 21, 2019
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: In order to develop the twins' culinary skills beyond serving a bowl of cereal, we subscribed to the Raddish Kids meal kits. This month's...

Projects
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A bright firework shoots up from a street in front of houses at dusk. Smoke fills the air around the celebration.
A bright firework shoots up from a street in front of houses at dusk. Smoke fills the air around the celebration.

4th of July

July 7, 2019
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: We made it back home from Canada just in time to celebrate America's birthday with some food, frisbee, and fireworks!

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Two children enjoy a splash in a pool with castle-like structures and mountains in the background.
Two children enjoy a splash in a pool with castle-like structures and mountains in the background.

Cultus Lake Waterpark

July 7, 2019
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CULTUS LAKE WATERPARK, CULTUS LAKE, CANADA :: Cultus Lake Waterpark is compact, but fun! It features a range of thrilling to more casual slides, perfect to pace through the day.

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Group of excited people with raised hands enjoy a roller coaster ride outdoors.
Group of excited people with raised hands enjoy a roller coaster ride outdoors.

Cultus Lake Adventure Park

July 7, 2019
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CULTUS LAKE ADVENTURE PARK, CULTUS LAKE, CANADA :: One of our favorite amusement parks is just a few hours north in Chilliwack, BC. Today, however, we were able to just walk to it...

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A family of three smiles at a wooden viewpoint overlook. A tall waterfall cascades down a mossy rock face in the lush green background.
A family of three smiles at a wooden viewpoint overlook. A tall waterfall cascades down a mossy rock face in the lush green background.

Cascade Falls

July 6, 2019
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CASCADE FALLS, MISSION, CANADA :: A nice short walk through the misty woods to a long suspension bridge and beautiful waterfall plunging 100 feet into an emerald green pool. We...

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A woman and two girls standing together on a wooden dock in the Pacific Northwest. Lush mountains and a serene lake provide a beautiful scenic backdrop.
A woman and two girls standing together on a wooden dock in the Pacific Northwest. Lush mountains and a serene lake provide a beautiful scenic backdrop.

Cultus Lake, British Columbia

July 5, 2019
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CULTUS LAKE, CANADA :: We revisited Cultus Lake for a few days of family fun and relaxation. We enjoyed walks along the lake and nearby Cascade Falls, many board games, rides at...

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Colorful parade participants in elaborate costumes walk through a lively street festival. Spectators watch from the sidewalk as performers dance and interact with the crowd.
Colorful parade participants in elaborate costumes walk through a lively street festival. Spectators watch from the sidewalk as performers dance and interact with the crowd.

Fremont Solstice Parade & Fair

June 23, 2019
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: Celebrating the solstice in the center of the universe with Seattle's most artistic and "flashy" community! The twins were even invited to...

Events
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Three individuals posing with a flower and certificate in front of a wooden upright piano.
Three individuals posing with a flower and certificate in front of a wooden upright piano.

Spring 2019 Piano Recital

June 2, 2019
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BOTHELL, WA :: Another recital, another proud evening watching months of piano practice turn into confident performances onstage.

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A close-up view of an iPod screen playing a podcast titled 'How to Get A Free iPod' from johnandkristie.com, highlighting the blog’s early tech and travel themes.
A family poses outside the Costco warehouse, with the prominent red and blue logo visible above them.
A family poses in front of a colorful San Pedro sign on a sandy beach. Palm trees frame the photo under a clear blue sky.
A mint green car parked along a historic canal in Europe. Pedestrians walk past charming brick buildings with red shutters.
Three people smiling and posing for a photo on a high observation deck with a view of London. Part of the London Eye is visible in the background.
A mud-covered Land Rover Defender parked in a driveway. The vehicle shows signs of recent off-road adventure in the Pacific Northwest.
A stunning two-story beachfront villa surrounded by lush palm trees and greenery, featuring vibrant red and green accents on its wooden exterior.
A family gathers around a table with two birthday cakes, celebrating a special day in a warmly decorated living room with a 'Happy Birthday' garland.
A calm alpine lake mirrors towering granite peaks and evergreen trees under an overcast sky. Lush forest slopes descend to the water’s edge, creating a tranquil natural scene.
A tree-lined pedestrian street bustling with people walking and sitting on benches, featuring decorative banners hanging between the trees.
Children and an adult collecting dyed Easter eggs in a cozy living room with a purple basket and colorful eggs on the floor.
Two young girls share a sweet hug under bright sunlight in a wooded park, with a children's playhouse in the background.
A girl wearing a red Christmas hat smiles while decorating the tree. Red stockings hang from the fireplace mantel in the background.
A plate of gingerbread cookies and peppermints sits beside a glass of eggnog in front of a lit Christmas tree.
A dancer performs a graceful sword routine on stage wearing traditional white attire.
A rocky terrain with scattered boulders under a dramatic sky filled with clouds and bright sunlight.
Two children sitting in wooden Adirondack chairs outside, each holding a small cup of ice cream. One child appears to be eating, while the other yawns.
The Midway Museum, featuring a historic aircraft carrier with its distinctive superstructure and flags flying high.
A live performance featuring an orchestra and choir on stage before a large audience.
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