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Busy beer hall crowded with guests under a vibrant painted ceiling mural.
Busy beer hall crowded with guests under a vibrant painted ceiling mural.

Oktoberfest

October 10, 2014
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MUNICH, GERMANY :: Here it is! The main event! The culmination of our epic nine-day adventure in Germany! OKTOBERFEST! It was so much fun, I can't even describe how great it...

A view of a forested area with tall trees and orange flowers on the ground, located along Croydon Creek in Mill Creek, Washington.
A view of a forested area with tall trees and orange flowers on the ground, located along Croydon Creek in Mill Creek, Washington.

Preschool Pumpkin Patch

October 9, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: First field trip for the kids! First chaperone duty for me!

The ornate Gothic architecture of Vienna's City Hall stands under a bright blue sky.
The ornate Gothic architecture of Vienna's City Hall stands under a bright blue sky.

Munich

October 9, 2014
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MUNICH, GERMANY :: After hiking sections of the Taubertal Panoramaweg, we continued on to Munich. It was a good change of pace after the trail, with time to relax and drink! We...

A scenic photo blog post featuring the iconic Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany, showcasing its turrets and surrounding Alpine landscape.
A scenic photo blog post featuring the iconic Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany, showcasing its turrets and surrounding Alpine landscape.

Neuschwanstein Castle & Fussen

October 8, 2014
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NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE, SCHWANGAU, GERMANY :: The hike up to the viewpoint near Mary’s Bridge was long and steep, but the view of Neuschwanstein Castle made it worth the effort....

Two smiling children wearing matching prism dresses and a sequined cyan twill cap on a white porch.
Two smiling children wearing matching prism dresses and a sequined cyan twill cap on a white porch.

Dress Up!

October 6, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: Colorful outfits today!

Three hikers walking on a forest trail with backpacks through vibrant green foliage in the Pacific Northwest.
Three hikers walking on a forest trail with backpacks through vibrant green foliage in the Pacific Northwest.

Panoramaweg Taubertal

October 3, 2014
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TAUBER VALLEY, GERMANY :: A 25 mile hike over two days from Tauberbischofsheim to Wertheim and Bad Mergentheim to Beckstein. Farmland, forests, old villages, castles, apple...

A picturesque European town featuring traditional half-timbered houses with steep roofs and a historic clock tower in the background.
A picturesque European town featuring traditional half-timbered houses with steep roofs and a historic clock tower in the background.

Rothenburg ob der Tauber

October 1, 2014
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ROTHENBURG OB DER TAUBER, GERMANY :: Rothenburg is a medieval walled city frozen in time. We enjoyed the gothic cathedral, dungeon museum, and beautiful park occupying the...

A stunning view of the Cathedral of St. Stephen in Pilsen, Czech Republic, showcasing its grand architecture against a backdrop of a dramatic sky.
A stunning view of the Cathedral of St. Stephen in Pilsen, Czech Republic, showcasing its grand architecture against a backdrop of a dramatic sky.

Fulda

September 29, 2014
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FULDA, GERMANY :: Our adventure started in Fulda, the beautiful hometown of Jacob's extended family, who are the most warm, most inviting, most fun and funny people in all of...

Vibrant aurora borealis glowing in the night sky above the Pacific Ocean.
Vibrant aurora borealis glowing in the night sky above the Pacific Ocean.

Iceland

September 26, 2014
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ICELAND :: With only 24 hours in Iceland, I drove over five hundred miles along the southern coast from Keflavik to Jokulsarlon and back. A much too short adventure spanning a...

Two children wearing Viking-style horned helmets are posing on a black leather couch.
Two children wearing Viking-style horned helmets are posing on a black leather couch.

A Toothless Birthday

September 7, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: A Toothless-themed birthday brought Viking helmets, dragon shields, and enough handmade details to make Berk feel surprisingly close to Edmonds.

A young child carefully selects apples from a wooden table outdoors, with a colorful toy nearby.
A young child carefully selects apples from a wooden table outdoors, with a colorful toy nearby.

Them Apples

August 16, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: The harvest from the crab apple tree in our yard. And a basket full of veggies from the garden.

Two children row a red boat on a calm lake with a forested shoreline and a distant mountain in the background. A second view shows the surrounding forest and mountainscape, highlighting the natural beauty of the trip.
Two children row a red boat on a calm lake with a forested shoreline and a distant mountain in the background. A second view shows the surrounding forest and mountainscape, highlighting the natural beauty of the trip.

Lost Lake Camping Trip

August 10, 2014
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LOST LAKE, OR :: It's a five-six hour roadtrip away, but Lost Lake Campground is one of our favorite outdoor family destinations. Incredibly scenic and lots to do, from...

Two children in colorful clothing and protective helmets ride bicycles along a sunny paved path.
Two children in colorful clothing and protective helmets ride bicycles along a sunny paved path.

Balance Bikes

July 31, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: The balance bikes inspired immediate test rides, a few careful starts, and a lot of determined tries to master the seemingly impossible art of staying upright on...

Two children in colorful clothes stand beside a sign for the Olympic View Montessori preschool in a sunny, landscaped area.
Two children in colorful clothes stand beside a sign for the Olympic View Montessori preschool in a sunny, landscaped area.

Preschool Orientation

July 30, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: Preschool orientation offered a first look at the classroom, the teachers, and the colorful little world waiting inside.

Children in colorful fish-shaped amusement rides enjoy a whimsical day at the fairground. Brightly painted yellow and blue fish add a playful touch.
Children in colorful fish-shaped amusement rides enjoy a whimsical day at the fairground. Brightly painted yellow and blue fish add a playful touch.

Tour de Terrace Fair

July 27, 2014
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MOUNTLAKE TERRACE, WA :: The Tour de Terrace packed carnival rides, face painting, and fairground treats into one bright summer day.

Three friends smiling at an outdoor wedding ceremony with string lights and lush foliage.
Three friends smiling at an outdoor wedding ceremony with string lights and lush foliage.

Chris & Noel’s Wedding

July 16, 2014
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TACOMA, WA :: Chris and Noel’s wedding was full of warm summer light, beautiful details, and many family and friends gathered to celebrate them in an intimate, natural, and...

Two kids wearing swim goggles and pink rash guards play with colorful balls at the edge of a blue pool. Lush green bushes and a white railing are visible in the background.
Two kids wearing swim goggles and pink rash guards play with colorful balls at the edge of a blue pool. Lush green bushes and a white railing are visible in the background.

Cool in the Pool

July 9, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: Taking full advantage of this Pacific Northwest heatwave!

Spectators watch a red flag-decorated wagon in a community parade on a sunny street.
Spectators watch a red flag-decorated wagon in a community parade on a sunny street.

An Edmonds Kind of Fourth

July 4, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: Edmonds marked the Fourth with red-white-and-blue outfits, a lively parade, and plenty of curbside cheering.

A family tent is set up in a sun-dappled forest clearing, next to a wooden picnic table where a child sits.
A family tent is set up in a sun-dappled forest clearing, next to a wooden picnic table where a child sits.

Grouse Creek Campground

June 8, 2014
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GROUSE CREEK GROUP CAMPGROUND, WA :: Camping with friends, collecting giant pine cones, and launching water rockets higher than the trees!

Adults and children playing on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background.
Adults and children playing on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background.

Ocean Shores

May 27, 2014
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OCEAN SHORES, WA :: Fun weekend with friends old and new at Ocean Shores!

A cozy garden scene featuring a wooden playhouse with a bright yellow slide, colorful toys, and a child playing in a safe, inviting space.
A cozy garden scene featuring a wooden playhouse with a bright yellow slide, colorful toys, and a child playing in a safe, inviting space.

Prelude to Summer

May 14, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: Warm weather arrived early, sending us straight to the splash pad for the first barefoot afternoon of the season.

Children wearing purple and pink princess crowns pose joyfully at a theme park event. One child strikes a playful pose while another smiles brightly in the background.
Children wearing purple and pink princess crowns pose joyfully at a theme park event. One child strikes a playful pose while another smiles brightly in the background.

Fairy Parade

May 11, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: To celebrate the opening of the Edmonds Museum Garden Market.

A group of smiling individuals enjoying time together outdoors.
A group of smiling individuals enjoying time together outdoors.

Easter 2014

April 20, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: Baskets, Egg Hunt, and Cascarones!

Two children in purple shirts enjoy a creative egg-painting activity with colorful bowls and egg cartons on a table.
Two children in purple shirts enjoy a creative egg-painting activity with colorful bowls and egg cartons on a table.

Eggs To Dye For

April 19, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: The kiddos got a little silly this year while coloring their Easter eggs!

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