Close

Type and hit Enter to search

Popular Searches:
Africa Belize Birding Birthdays Chelan Switzerland
Browse

Our Articles

1272 Articles
Two smiling people pose for a selfie outdoors at night with String lights and evergreen trees in the background. Close-up of smiling faces during a winter evening outing.
Two smiling people pose for a selfie outdoors at night with String lights and evergreen trees in the background. Close-up of smiling faces during a winter evening outing.

Empire of the Sun

September 15, 2015
No Comment

MARYMOOR PARK, REDMOND, WA :: "Loving every minute 'cause you make me feel so alive!" – Empire of the Sun with St. Lucia at Marymoor Park!

Shows
1.5K Views
1 Min Read
Three girls sitting and posing joyfully on a bright yellow and red inflatable throne against a colorful bouncy castle.
Three girls sitting and posing joyfully on a bright yellow and red inflatable throne against a colorful bouncy castle.

Shielle’s 6th Birthday

September 14, 2015
No Comment

SOUTH HILL MALL, PUYALLUP, WA :: Shielle’s birthday was a whirl of giant slides, bright inflatables, and kids happily bouncing themselves breathless.

Events
1.4K Views
1 Min Read
Two children wearing life jackets sit at the bow of a boat gliding over calm water with distant hills in the background.
Two children wearing life jackets sit at the bow of a boat gliding over calm water with distant hills in the background.

Seattle Boating

September 14, 2015
No Comment

UNION BAY SEATTLE, SEATTLE, WA :: A sunny outing from Lake Washington to Union Bay gave the kids their first taste of life on a boat and a new appreciation for the view from the...

Misc
1.5K Views
1 Min Read
A family enjoys swimming together in a clear pool with turquoise water. The children are being held by adults while holding hands above the surface.
A family enjoys swimming together in a clear pool with turquoise water. The children are being held by adults while holding hands above the surface.

7C’s Swim School

August 28, 2015
No Comment

WOODMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, BOTHELL, WA :: Twin swim lessons at 7C's Swim School! There's a Pisces joke in here somewhere…

Misc
1.4K Views
1 Min Read
A young teenager practicing basic horse handling in an indoor arena.
A young teenager practicing basic horse handling in an indoor arena.

Horsin’ Around

July 26, 2015
No Comment

ARLINGTON, WA :: Sandee's birthday at the Rhodes River Ranch!

Events
1.4K Views
1 Min Read
Two young children styling someone's long brown hair filled with colorful decorative bows. A bathroom setting with hair accessories arranged in the background.
Two young children styling someone's long brown hair filled with colorful decorative bows. A bathroom setting with hair accessories arranged in the background.

Hair Salon

July 19, 2015
No Comment

EDMONDS, WA :: They take this very seriously.

Misc
1.5K Views
1 Min Read
A large wooden playhouse with a yellow slide and swing set in a backyard. Gravel surface provides safe play area.
A large wooden playhouse with a yellow slide and swing set in a backyard. Gravel surface provides safe play area.

Grandma & Grandpa Playdate

July 11, 2015
No Comment

EDMONDS, WA :: A playdate with Grandma and Grandpa filled the backyard with climbing, swinging, and the sort of attention only grandparents provide.

Misc
1.4K Views
1 Min Read
Two young children smiling outdoors while holding homemade art cards. A close-up shows one child laughing joyfully.
Two young children smiling outdoors while holding homemade art cards. A close-up shows one child laughing joyfully.

First Passports

July 9, 2015
No Comment

EDMONDS, WA :: Cleared to travel! @statedept

Travel
1.5K Views
1 Min Read
A smiling family posing with small bikes on a sunny street, with a crowd of people in the background enjoying a lively outdoor event.
A smiling family posing with small bikes on a sunny street, with a crowd of people in the background enjoying a lively outdoor event.

An Edmonds Kind of 4th

July 4, 2015
No Comment

EDMONDS, WA :: Edmonds celebrates the Fourth with a traditional parade rolling straight through town.

Events
1.4K Views
1 Min Read
Children splashing in a blue bounce pool with colorful floats and a pink ring ball.
Children splashing in a blue bounce pool with colorful floats and a pink ring ball.

Cool in the New Pool

July 1, 2015
No Comment

EDMONDS, WA :: The new pool passed its first test: lots of splashing, floating toys, and absolutely no interest in getting out.

Misc
1.5K Views
1 Min Read
Children playing and splashing in a water park with bright blue skies and vibrant clothing.
Children playing and splashing in a water park with bright blue skies and vibrant clothing.

Spray Park

June 27, 2015
No Comment

FOREST PARK, EVERETT, WA :: Forest Park’s spray fountains turned a warm afternoon into a blur of water, bare feet, and delighted squeals.

Misc
1.5K Views
1 Min Read
Three smiling people in a close-up selfie taken indoors. A man and two girls display happy expressions.
Three smiling people in a close-up selfie taken indoors. A man and two girls display happy expressions.

Daddy’s Day Weekend

June 21, 2015
No Comment

FUJI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE, LYNNWOOD, WA :: Wow, am I a lucky guy! Very grateful for my wonderful family and my own amazing dad. Happy Father's Day!

Events
1.5K Views
1 Min Read
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.
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.

Summers

June 14, 2015
No Comment

EDMONDS, WA :: Summers are scraped knees and ice cream.

Misc
1.4K Views
1 Min Read
A photo of two young children using colored markers to decorate an adult's foot while at a kitchen table.
A photo of two young children using colored markers to decorate an adult's foot while at a kitchen table.

Cast Art

May 26, 2015
No Comment

EDMONDS, WA :: One benefit of rupturing your Achilles is having a temporary art canvas attached to you.

Projects
1.5K Views
1 Min Read
Two children roasting marshmallows over a fire pit while camping in a backyard tent.
Two children roasting marshmallows over a fire pit while camping in a backyard tent.

Backyard Camping

May 25, 2015
No Comment

EDMONDS, WA :: The backyard became a campground, complete with a tent, camp chairs, chalk drawings, and all the comforts of home just steps away.

Misc
1.4K Views
1 Min Read
A child wears pink sunglasses and hugs a large green dragon statue in a sunny park setting.
A child wears pink sunglasses and hugs a large green dragon statue in a sunny park setting.

Enchanted Village

May 5, 2015
No Comment

WILD WAVES, FEDERAL WAY, WA :: Enchanted Village turned Cinco de Mayo into a day of rides, giant creatures, and sunshine.

Misc
1.4K Views
1 Min Read
An adult and two children enjoying a sunny day on a sidewalk with a toy store display in the background.
An adult and two children enjoying a sunny day on a sidewalk with a toy store display in the background.

An Edmonds Kind of Day

April 19, 2015
No Comment

EDMONDS, WA :: An ordinary Edmonds day became a small adventure with lunch out, a walk around town, and enjoying signs of Spring in the park.

Misc
1.5K Views
1 Min Read
Water spraying high into the air from a large garden fountain against a blue sky.
Water spraying high into the air from a large garden fountain against a blue sky.

Seattle Center Whirligig

April 12, 2015
No Comment

SEATTLE CENTER, SEATTLE, WA :: The Seattle Center Whirligig transformed the Armory into a maze of enormous inflatables, with the Space Needle and International Fountain waiting...

Events
1.5K Views
1 Min Read
A smiling adult and two children playing outdoors in a backyard, each holding a pink ball with a wooden playhouse in the background.
A smiling adult and two children playing outdoors in a backyard, each holding a pink ball with a wooden playhouse in the background.

Easter 2015

April 5, 2015
No Comment

EDMONDS, WA :: Easter brought bunny ears, easter egg hunt, and smashed cascarones that left the backyard covered in confetti for weeks!

Events
1.4K Views
1 Min Read
Childrenenjoying a fun bath with dye and colorful eggs.
Childrenenjoying a fun bath with dye and colorful eggs.

The Coloring of the Eggs

April 4, 2015
No Comment

EDMONDS, WA :: The kitchen table became a dye lab as plain eggs took on bright colors, stickers, and a few delightfully messy fingerprints.

Projects
1.5K Views
1 Min Read
Children playing with bright glow sticks and toys in a dark bathroom tub.
Children playing with bright glow sticks and toys in a dark bathroom tub.

Bath Rave

January 4, 2015
No Comment

EDMONDS, WA :: Glow sticks, bathwater, and a dark room were all it took to turn an ordinary bath into a tiny neon dance party.

Misc
1.5K Views
1 Min Read
Children jump on a blue mat while playing with vibrant streamers in an indoor gym.
Children jump on a blue mat while playing with vibrant streamers in an indoor gym.

Gymnastics Graduation

January 2, 2015
No Comment

FRANCES ANDERSON CENTER, EDMONDS, WA :: The gymnastics graduation showed off a year of tumbling, balance, and brave turns at the front of the class.

Events
1.4K Views
1 Min Read
A panoramic view of Horseshoe Bend showing the river carving a dramatic curve through the desert canyon.
Diverse group of children performing in a choir formation with warm lighting.
Two children in colorful costumes standing among blooming daffodils and young trees in a Pacific Northwest garden.
A hummingbird perched on a vibrant red flower, delicately sipping nectar. The backdrop is a lush green blur, highlighting the bird's intricate details.
A group of people browsing a colorful fruit stand in a bustling indoor market under a 'Lower Floor' sign.
A person stands on a snowy mountain trail, surrounded by rugged peaks and clear blue skies. The image captures a close-up selfie with a scenic backdrop.
Kristie stands smiling in front of a flock of flamingos on a sunny day. The background features lush greenery and a clear blue sky.
10206283574545405
Three individuals posing with a flower and certificate in front of a wooden upright piano.
A family enjoys playing with toys and presents on Christmas morning. The children wear matching red pajamas with white polka dots.
A family with two children wearing Minnie Mouse ears jumps joyfully in front of a topiary garden. White flowers and palm trees complete the scenic background.
10206293565795180
A puffin perched among wildflowers against a cloudy sky. A close-up view of the puffin's distinctive face and beak.
A smiling person with vibrant red hair and braces wearing a teal t-shirt with a panda parachute design.
Exploring the Streets of El Salvador
A person visits the Expo 2023 venue, shown alongside a close-up of a Depeche Mode 2023 World Tour poster.
Children playing in a fallen leaf filled park in autumn.
Three people sitting on a park bench enjoying soft-serve ice cream on a sunny day.
A serene lake with clear water, reflecting the surrounding majestic mountains and blue sky.
Joyful Christmas Tree Ornaments
All Travel Events Hikes Misc Projects Shows

We use analytics to understand how our blog is used. Cookies and third-party videos and maps may also collect information.

Follow / Contact Us

Copyright © 2001-2026 John & Kristie