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Two visitors standing in front of a Minecraft MineFaire promotional display. The background features blocky pixel art and gaming characters.
Two visitors standing in front of a Minecraft MineFaire promotional display. The background features blocky pixel art and gaming characters.

Minefaire

May 18, 2019
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WAMU THEATER, SEATTLE, WA :: Today the kids celebrated their favorite game at Minefaire! They experienced Minecraft in virtual reality, got their faces painted, played an online...

Events
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Children playing on an inflatable slip and slide in a backyard sprinkler setup.
Children playing on an inflatable slip and slide in a backyard sprinkler setup.

Slip-n-Slide Party

May 12, 2019
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: The first 80 degree Saturday is an occasion to celebrate in this town! The neighborhood kids were invited to slip, slide, splash, and shoot each other...

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Young players competing in a basketball game in an indoor gymnasium. Spectators watch from the sidelines during the match.
Young players competing in a basketball game in an indoor gymnasium. Spectators watch from the sidelines during the match.

Sonics vs Eagles

May 12, 2019
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WESTHILL ELEMENTARY, BOTHELL, WA :: It's fun seeing the coed teams play this season. It's been a little more physical, but the kids are still loving and winning their...

Misc
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Family members with Easter egg baskets at a wooden picnic table. Brightly colored eggs decorate the table in a sunny garden.
Family members with Easter egg baskets at a wooden picnic table. Brightly colored eggs decorate the table in a sunny garden.

Happy Easter

April 21, 2019
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: Well, the kids no longer believe in the Easter Bunny, Leprechauns, or Santa Claus. The disbelief started with the Tooth Fairy, of all things. But...

Events
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A bright blue butterfly with dark edges rests peacefully on a large green leaf in a lush garden.
A bright blue butterfly with dark edges rests peacefully on a large green leaf in a lush garden.

Last Day in Costa Rica

April 11, 2019
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MANUEL ANTONIO, COSTA RICA :: Our final stop in Costa Rica was at the butterfly garden across the street from our hotel. We saw hundreds of butterflies and even a couple monkeys...

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Stoppers stand in the doorway of El Avion, a distinctive airplane pub bar surrounded by tropical plants.
Stoppers stand in the doorway of El Avion, a distinctive airplane pub bar surrounded by tropical plants.

El Avion

April 11, 2019
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PUNTARENAS PROVINCE, COSTA RICA :: Our favorite restaurant in Costa Rica is also perhaps its most famous. You can't miss the giant cargo plane while driving through Manuel...

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A white and orange White Castle sign against a blue sky with text offering a slider deal.
A white and orange White Castle sign against a blue sky with text offering a slider deal.

When in Columbus

April 8, 2019
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COLUMBUS, OH :: When in Columbus… This experience made me seriously question the entire premise of the first Harold & Kumar movie…

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A family stands by a paddleboard and paddles on a waterfront concrete bank. The background features a sunset over water and tropical hills.
A family stands by a paddleboard and paddles on a waterfront concrete bank. The background features a sunset over water and tropical hills.

Paddle Boarding at Night

April 7, 2019
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PAQUERA, COSTA RICA :: My first attempt at paddle boarding was during a beautiful sunset with just my family (and our two guides)! I failed miserably at actually standing up, but...

Travel
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A group of people in a lush jungle, featuring a guide pointing forward and a tripod with a telescope set up nearby.
A group of people in a lush jungle, featuring a guide pointing forward and a tripod with a telescope set up nearby.

Manuel Antonio National Park

April 7, 2019
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MANUEL ANTONIO NATIONAL PARK, COSTA RICA :: With help from our guide, Bear Claw, we hiked through most of Manuel Antonio park and spotted a variety of wildlife, including a vine...

HikesTravel
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A family enjoys a ride on a swing overlooking a lush tropical forest and the ocean from a high vantage point.
A family enjoys a ride on a swing overlooking a lush tropical forest and the ocean from a high vantage point.

Si Como No

March 25, 2019
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SÍ COMO NO, MANUEL ANTONIO, COSTA RICA :: We stayed at Si Como No in Manuel Antonio during our last three days in Costa Rica. It's a beautiful resort with a couple...

Travel
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A large crocodile lies on a sandy bank, with scaly skin and a long tail visible.
A large crocodile lies on a sandy bank, with scaly skin and a long tail visible.

Rio Tarcoles Crocodiles

March 25, 2019
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TÁRCOLES RIVER, COSTA RICA :: Our five hour drive from Arenal to Manuel Antonio included a few pit stops, the best of which was at the Rio Tarcoles bridge where dozens of gigantic...

Travel
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Two people in helmets paddling in a blue inner tube raft on a rocky river.
Two people in helmets paddling in a blue inner tube raft on a rocky river.

Rio Sarapiqui Rafting

March 24, 2019
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SARAPIQUÍ RIVER, COSTA RICA :: The Sarapiquí River carried us through churning rapids and lush Costa Rican forest. It was wet, fast, and exhilarating from start to finish.

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Children standing on a zipline platform in a lush tropical forest under an overcast sky.
Children standing on a zipline platform in a lush tropical forest under an overcast sky.

Mistico Hanging Bridges

March 24, 2019
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MISTICO ARENAL HANGING BRIDGES, COSTA RICA :: A nice morning walk through the jungle via a beautiful two-mile trail and several suspended bridges. The most impressive was 300 feet...

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A group of visitors admiring a large aquarium tank with vibrant underwater scenery from the Pacific Northwest.
A group of visitors admiring a large aquarium tank with vibrant underwater scenery from the Pacific Northwest.

Sleeping with the Fishes

March 24, 2019
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POINT DEFIANCE ZOO & AQUARIUM, TACOMA, WA :: The twins joined their Girl Scout troop for a Zoo Snooze. They had the entire Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium to themselves for...

Misc
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Children playing indoor basketball on a school gym floor with colorful uniforms.
Children playing indoor basketball on a school gym floor with colorful uniforms.

Last Game

March 17, 2019
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WESTHILL ELEMENTARY, BOTHELL, WA :: The kids just finished their last basketball game of the Winter season. It's their favorite sport, they love their coach, and they've...

Misc
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Two individuals holding a large yellow anaconda at a reptile exhibition in Ecuador. The snake has distinct yellow and orange patterns.
Two individuals holding a large yellow anaconda at a reptile exhibition in Ecuador. The snake has distinct yellow and orange patterns.

Arenal EcoZoo

March 16, 2019
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EL CASTILLO, PUERTO CORTÉS, COSTA RICA :: This cool little reptile zoo was definitely a highlight for Miranda! They were able to hold a few different kinds of snakes and feed an...

Travel
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A prominent volcano with a smoking peak rises above a dense green forest under a blue sky. Several white clouds are visible in the sky.
A prominent volcano with a smoking peak rises above a dense green forest under a blue sky. Several white clouds are visible in the sky.

Arenal Zip Line

March 14, 2019
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SKY ADVENTURES ARENAL, COSTA RICA :: This was not just another zipline. We flew from mountain to mountain across seven cables, with the longest stretching more than 2,460 feet and...

Travel
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Two people relax in a natural stone pool with cascading waterfalls amidst lush tropical vegetation. The setting features a multi-tiered rock formation and a lush jungle environment.
Two people relax in a natural stone pool with cascading waterfalls amidst lush tropical vegetation. The setting features a multi-tiered rock formation and a lush jungle environment.

Aguas Termales

March 12, 2019
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THE SPRINGS RESORT AND SPA, MONTERREY, COSTA RICA :: After a day of fun, we found a couple hot springs to relax in. The heat of the nearby volcano keeps these waters at a constant...

Travel
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Two people wearing red helmets tubing down a calm river on bright yellow inner tubes.
Two people wearing red helmets tubing down a calm river on bright yellow inner tubes.

Tubing the Arenal River

March 11, 2019
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ARENAL RIVER, COSTA RICA :: It was so fun bobbing down the beautiful and WARM river! A few sections of white water threaten to tip us over, but everyone made it through afloat and...

Travel
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Riders on horseback navigate a forest path with a loaded truck and vibrant greenery.
Riders on horseback navigate a forest path with a loaded truck and vibrant greenery.

Horseback Riding at Club Rio

March 10, 2019
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THE SPRINGS RESORT AND SPA, MONTERREY, COSTA RICA :: We were hoping the horseback ride in Las Vegas would be enough to satisfy Miranda for a while, but they loved it so much we...

HikesTravel
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Two hikers stand on a dirt path near lush green walls and distant volcanic peaks.
Two hikers stand on a dirt path near lush green walls and distant volcanic peaks.

Bogarin Trail

March 10, 2019
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BOGARÍN TRAIL, LA FORTUNA, COSTA RICA :: A walk through the dense greenery of Bogarín Trail rewarded us with wildlife hiding in plain sight, from colorful birds to a perfectly...

HikesTravel
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A rustic garden bungalow with lush greenery and a stone pathway.
A rustic garden bungalow with lush greenery and a stone pathway.

Arenal Nature Villa

March 3, 2019
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LA FORTUNA, ATENAS, COSTA RICA :: Our first five days in Arenal were spent in this fantastic Airbnb right across the parking lot from the Mistico Hanging Bridges. We loved having...

Travel
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A curious cat lounges on a wooden table while two children observe at the Natural Market.
A curious cat lounges on a wooden table while two children observe at the Natural Market.

La Fortuna, Costa Rica

March 3, 2019
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LA FORTUNA, COSTA RICA :: The small, bustling town of La Fortuna is the gateway to Arenal Volcano and served as our connection back to civilization during the first half of our...

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A group of people riding donkeys along a rocky trail with a backdrop of rugged mountains and desert terrain.
A group of people riding donkeys along a rocky trail with a backdrop of rugged mountains and desert terrain.

Red Rock Canyon Horseback Ride

February 16, 2019
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RED ROCK CANYON, NV :: We saved the best Las Vegas adventure for last: a horseback ride up, through, and back down the beautiful desert landscape around Red Rock Canyon. Miranda...

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A nighttime view of the Hotel del Sol with fire effects and water features.
A nighttime view of the Hotel del Sol with fire effects and water features.

Volcano at The Mirage

February 16, 2019
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THE MIRAGE, LAS VEGAS, NV :: The pyrotechnic show in front of The Mirage is pretty impressive! It actually frightened and disturbed our kids quite a bit, which of course was funny...

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Three children wearing orange aprons holding wooden boards at Home Depot. Another child wearing an apron is shown smiling with a close-up of the apron's 20th anniversary design.
A carpet of red, orange, and yellow autumn leaves covers the ground around a tree trunk, creating a picturesque fall scene in the Pacific Northwest.
A classic bicycle leans against a vibrant orange building, adding timeless charm. Green shutters frame the windows.
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Two people smiling in a candy store surrounded by shelves of colorful chocolate bars and wrapped candies.
A bird perched on a branch, captured in silhouette against a cloudy sky.
A person dressed as Captain America rides a custom tricycle with two passengers near a waterfront pier. A large Ferris wheel stands in the background under an overcast sky.
Children in matching outfits posing with a large blue inflatable whale at a bright indoor celebration.
A serene interior hallway with arched doorways and soft sunlight streaming through the windows, illuminating the textured floor.
Family Poses at Holiday Wreath with Space Needle
A yellow paraglider canopy with a painted smiley face design floats against a bright blue sky.
Two smiling children peek through vibrant green leaves and blooming blue hydrangea flowers in a garden setting.
Silver ring with central stone and side details
A family enjoys reading and working with tablets on a train. The interior features red seats and a view of green fields outside.
A happy woman in a green sweater sits behind a sheet cake with four lit candles in a home kitchen.
A stone path winds through a lush, green tropical garden toward a traditional thatched-roof building. Visitors stroll along the walkway amidst dense foliage and palm trees.
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.
People standing on a wooden platform overlooking a powerful waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff in the Pacific Northwest.
John and Kristie are visibly thrilled as they sit in a futuristic orange ride vehicle, engaging in an exhilarating experience together.
A group of alpacas grazing in a lush green meadow. Some brown and white alpacas are standing and eating grass in a rural setting.
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