Close

Type and hit Enter to search

Popular Searches:
Africa Belize Birding Birthdays Chelan Switzerland
Browse

Our Articles

1261 Articles
Two people holding paddleboards on a sandy beach under a bright blue sky.
Two people holding paddleboards on a sandy beach under a bright blue sky.

Surf & Stars

October 26, 2025
No Comment

KAANAPALI ALII, LAHAINA, HI :: Today we caught a rainbow at breakfast, some waves at lunch, sunset at dinner, and the Milky Way for dessert!

Travel
100 Views
1 Min Read
A sea turtle swims gracefully above a rocky seabed in clear turquoise water. The image showcases detailed views of the shell and flippers.
A sea turtle swims gracefully above a rocky seabed in clear turquoise water. The image showcases detailed views of the shell and flippers.

Black Rock, Maui

October 25, 2025
No Comment

BLACK ROCK, MAUI, KAANAPALI, HI :: An amazing morning snorkeling with turtles at Black Rock, just a short walk away from our vacation rental. The water was warm and clear while we...

Travel
138 Views
1 Min Read
A wooden boardwalk winds through dense tropical foliage toward a distant waterfall hidden among lush greenery.
A wooden boardwalk winds through dense tropical foliage toward a distant waterfall hidden among lush greenery.

Pipiwai Trail & Waimoku Falls

October 25, 2025
No Comment

PIPIWAI TRAIL & WAIMOKU FALLS, HALEAKALA NP, KULA, HI :: From the giant banyan to the cathedral of bamboo and the towering Waimoku Falls – the Pipiwai Trail was pure...

HikesTravel
135 Views
1 Min Read
A white Jeep parked on a gravel pullout overlooking a lush coastal landscape.
A white Jeep parked on a gravel pullout overlooking a lush coastal landscape.

Road to Hana

October 24, 2025
One Comment

ROAD TO HANA, HAIKU, HI :: We once again survived the Road to Hana, the Hawaiian Rollercoaster! 65 miles, 620 curves and 59 single-lane bridges – twice! Waterfalls, tropical...

HikesTravel
327 Views
1 Min Read
A traveler wearing sunglasses and a floral hairpiece enjoys a sunny day in a tropical setting. Lush green foliage and a spiral tower building characterize the scenic background.
A traveler wearing sunglasses and a floral hairpiece enjoys a sunny day in a tropical setting. Lush green foliage and a spiral tower building characterize the scenic background.

Hawaii Five-Oh

October 16, 2025
One Comment

KAANAPALI ALII, LAHAINA, HI :: Hawaii Five-Oh! Arrived in Maui last night to celebrate Kristie’s big birthday! Here’s to her and kicking off the next 50 years in paradise! 🌺🌴🐬❤️...

EventsTravel
328 Views
1 Min Read
A birthday cake with lit candles and colorful decorations on a wooden kitchen counter
A birthday cake with lit candles and colorful decorations on a wooden kitchen counter

The Twins Turn 15

September 20, 2025
7 Comments

NORTH CREEK, WA :: Our twins are officially FIFTEEN today! They celebrated with their friends, sharing many laughs, exchanging thoughtful gifts, and playing fun games throughout...

Events
2.4K Views
1 Min Read
A crowd of people sits on lawn chairs in the grass toward a brick building during a golden hour sunset. People are gathered on a lawn with some standing near a sign.
A crowd of people sits on lawn chairs in the grass toward a brick building during a golden hour sunset. People are gathered on a lawn with some standing near a sign.

Swifts Night Out

September 7, 2025
No Comment

WAGNER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, MONROE, WA :: Last night we joined a big crowd of fellow “Swifties” at the old Wagner Elementary in Monroe for Swifts Night Out! Hundreds of...

Events
207 Views
1 Min Read
Two students posing in front of a school building, with smaller images showing details of their clothing and individual poses.
Two students posing in front of a school building, with smaller images showing details of their clothing and individual poses.

First Day of High School

September 3, 2025
5 Comments

INNOVATION LAB HIGH SCHOOL, BOTHELL, WA :: The twins are still our babies, but according to the school district, they’re officially high schoolers starting today!

Events
1.7K Views
1 Min Read
A group walks along a gravel path through dry grasslands, with a historic steel bridge and mountain backdrop visible.
A group walks along a gravel path through dry grasslands, with a historic steel bridge and mountain backdrop visible.

Chelan & Leavenworth

September 1, 2025
No Comment

BIGHORN & BLUEBELL, CHELAN, WA :: We enjoyed the last weekend of summer vacation in Chelan and Leavenworth – relaxing, walking, birding, swimming, gaming, and soaking up...

Travel
211 Views
1 Min Read
A majestic, multi-tiered castle with pointed turrets, built into a rocky cliffside. Visitors walk through the plaza, taking photos against a clear blue sky.
A majestic, multi-tiered castle with pointed turrets, built into a rocky cliffside. Visitors walk through the plaza, taking photos against a clear blue sky.

Universal Studios

August 15, 2025
No Comment

UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD, UNIVERSAL CITY, CA :: Wrapped up our last two days in SoCal celebrating cousin Shielle’s birthday at Universal Studios. Highlights included exploring...

EventsTravel
209 Views
1 Min Read
A spinning ride with riders enjoying the thrill against a clear blue sky.
A spinning ride with riders enjoying the thrill against a clear blue sky.

Six Flags Magic Mountain

August 11, 2025
No Comment

SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN, VALENCIA, CA :: Two wild days at Six Flags Magic Mountain! The coasters? Absolutely insane. The heat? Also insane. But it was all worth the sweat!

Travel
217 Views
1 Min Read
Four people posing in front of Spanish architecture with a decorative arched doorway and greenery.
Four people posing in front of Spanish architecture with a decorative arched doorway and greenery.

Bakersfield National Cemetery

August 10, 2025
2 Comments

BAKERSFIELD NATIONAL CEMETERY, ARVIN, CA :: Today we laughed and reminisced with Grandma Carol, sharing lunch and stories along with a couple games of Clue. Then we visited...

Travel
777 Views
1 Min Read
Tyrannosaurus rex and triceratops skeletons displayed inside a grand museum building with classical architecture and a high domed ceiling.
Tyrannosaurus rex and triceratops skeletons displayed inside a grand museum building with classical architecture and a high domed ceiling.

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

August 9, 2025
No Comment

NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY, LOS ANGELES, CA :: Charlie’s love for birds runs deep… all the way back to the dinosaurs! So we had to kick off our SoCal trip with a...

Travel
215 Views
1 Min Read
A group of costumed garden gnomo performers poses together on a grassy field under a canopy. The costumes are colorful and whimsical, matching characters from Mary Poppins.
A group of costumed garden gnomo performers poses together on a grassy field under a canopy. The costumes are colorful and whimsical, matching characters from Mary Poppins.

Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire

July 19, 2025
One Comment

WASHINGTON MIDSUMMER RENAISSANCE FAIRE, SNOHOMISH, WA :: Had an epic time at the opening day of the Washington Midsummer Renaissance Fair! Charlie’s Kenku outfit was a huge hit,...

Events
450 Views
1 Min Read
A red barn-style building with a green roof, featuring flower baskets and a group of visitors, set against a backdrop of rolling hills under a blue sky.
A red barn-style building with a green roof, featuring flower baskets and a group of visitors, set against a backdrop of rolling hills under a blue sky.

Blueberry Hills

July 17, 2025
No Comment

BLUEBERRY HILLS, MANSON, WA :: Big family breakfast at Blueberry Hills – and it did not disappoint! Known for their hearty, homemade food in a cozy homestead, this Lake...

Travel
221 Views
1 Min Read
Two people relaxing in black hanging patio chairs on a wooden deck surrounded by well-maintained urban homes.
Two people relaxing in black hanging patio chairs on a wooden deck surrounded by well-maintained urban homes.

Summer in Chelan

July 13, 2025
No Comment

BIGHORN & BLUEBELL, CHELAN, WA :: Kicked off summer with a few days in Chelan. Sunshine, games, relaxing, catching up, and s’mores with sunsets. Grateful for the time...

Travel
321 Views
1 Min Read
Two people float on a colorful inflatable raft on a calm blue lake, wearing life jackets and enjoying a sunny day on the water.
Two people float on a colorful inflatable raft on a calm blue lake, wearing life jackets and enjoying a sunny day on the water.

Boating Lake Chelan

July 13, 2025
No Comment

CHELAN LOOKOUT, CHELAN, WA :: Summertime fun with the fam on Lake Chelan! The weather and water were perfect for a day of boating and tubing!

Travel
297 Views
1 Min Read
A singer performs under vibrant stage lights at a massive outdoor concert.
A singer performs under vibrant stage lights at a massive outdoor concert.

My Chemical Romance at T-Mobile Park

July 12, 2025
No Comment

T-MOBILE PARK, SEATTLE, WA :: Last night’s My Chemical Romance concert in Seattle was a blast! We were mostly there as the parent chaperones, but it was so fun watching our twins...

Shows
321 Views
1 Min Read
A Sharp-shinned Hawk calls out from a perch on a mossy branch in a lush, green forest setting.
A Sharp-shinned Hawk calls out from a perch on a mossy branch in a lush, green forest setting.

Pilchuck Audubon Photo Contest

June 8, 2025
No Comment

EDMONDS, WA :: Charlie submitted these photos to the Pilchuck Audubon Society photography contest! If you have a moment, please vote for your three favorites – it would be...

Projects
269 Views
1 Min Read

Puget Sound Bird Fest

June 1, 2025
No Comment

PILCHUCK AUDUBON SOCIETY, SNOHOMISH, WA :: If you’re a birder (or immediately related to one), the Puget Sound Bird Fest was the place to be this weekend! We dissected owl...

EventsHikes
298 Views
1 Min Read
A warm and playful moment of a family huddled together on a couch, sharing genuine smiles.
A warm and playful moment of a family huddled together on a couch, sharing genuine smiles.

Happy Mother’s Day

May 11, 2025
4 Comments

NORTH CREEK, WA :: We are so grateful for your smiles, laughter, warmth, care, kindness, patience, intelligence, wisdom, energy, hard-work, and heart! You are the perfect role...

Events
1.4K Views
1 Min Read
A young person with long red hair smiling, wearing a medal, and holding a certificate in front of a Washington State PTA backdrop.
A young person with long red hair smiling, wearing a medal, and holding a certificate in front of a Washington State PTA backdrop.

Washington State PTA Reflections

May 5, 2025
6 Comments

LYNNWOOD EVENT CENTER, LYNNWOOD, WA :: We’re proud of Lauren’s achievement in the Washington State PTA Reflections Program! Her video submission, “Accepting Imperfection,” was...

Events
2K Views
1 Min Read
A family sits on a wooden bench in front of the West Virginia State Capitol building with state flags and a seal displayed on the wall.
A family sits on a wooden bench in front of the West Virginia State Capitol building with state flags and a seal displayed on the wall.

Roche Harbor

April 27, 2025
No Comment

ROCHE HARBOR, WA :: Roche Harbor

Travel
292 Views
1 Min Read
A group of alpacas grazing in a lush green meadow. Some brown and white alpacas are standing and eating grass in a rural setting.
A group of alpacas grazing in a lush green meadow. Some brown and white alpacas are standing and eating grass in a rural setting.

Krystal Acres Alpaca Farm

April 26, 2025
No Comment

KRYSTAL ACRES ALPACA FARM, FRIDAY HARBOR, WA :: A beautiful day for visiting alpacas at Krystal Acres and tossing a frisbee next to the ocean at San Juan County Park!

Travel
249 Views
1 Min Read
A happy dog weaving through the tall grass on a sunny day
A happy dog weaving through the tall grass on a sunny day

San Juan Safari

April 21, 2025
No Comment

SAN JUAN ISLAND, FRIDAY HARBOR, WA :: San Juan Safari! 🦊We didn’t see as many foxes as we have in years past. We hope they’re doing okay! Most of the wildlife photos in this post...

Travel
207 Views
1 Min Read
Person posing with a bicycle decorated in bright pink flowers beside a canal.
A dynamic grid of vibrant photos capturing John and Kristie's adventures and memories.
A group enjoys a meal on a balcony overlooking a scenic lake with distant mountains. The wooden table is set with plates of food and drinks under a covered overhang.
Children collecting colorful plastic eggs near a green slide while an adult watches nearby.
Close-up of a handmade vase featuring a dragonfly mosaic. The design uses broken blue ceramic tiles and a smooth amber glass stone for the eye.
A silver SUV with a rooftop light bar parked on a forest road surrounded by golden and green autumn trees.
10208482651920965
A group of seven people enjoying a shared meal around a dining table in a bright room.
A steaming basket of tian bao alongside soup dumplings in red broth, typical of an authentic Chinese dim sum meal.
A cheerful visit with Santa Claus. Two young girls hold plush toys while Santa smiles warmly in a festive setting.
Children wearing cool sunglasses enjoy a green roller coaster ride on a sunny day.
An immersive digital art installation featuring vibrant, glowing pink cherry blossoms and a reflective, magical floor. Visitors lie down to enjoy a surreal, starry atmosphere.
A young person with long hair smiles in front of a decorative name board with handwritten lists.
Family enjoying summer fun with inflatable yellow rings at Lake Coeur d'Alene.
A family enjoys a ride on a swing overlooking a lush tropical forest and the ocean from a high vantage point.
10205319215597034
A glowing outdoor pool at dusk with two people relaxing on the edge, surrounded by illuminated resort buildings.
A woman and young children in matching pajamas gather around a Christmas tree with presents on the floor. The image captures a cozy holiday moment in a living room.
A couple takes a selfie during a canal boat tour in Amsterdam, with historic buildings in the background.
A classic bicycle leans against a vibrant orange building, adding timeless charm. Green shutters frame the windows.
All Travel Events Hikes Misc Projects Shows

Our site uses cookies. By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

Accept