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A scenic panoramic view of desert cliffs and rocky terrain seen through an open natural arch.
A scenic panoramic view of desert cliffs and rocky terrain seen through an open natural arch.

Moab

April 3, 2014
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MOAB, UT :: One spectacular day in Canyonlands and Arches National Park. Arrived prior to sunrise at Mesa Arch, followed the faint trail to False Kiva, and then hiked the...

Two children in colorful costumes standing among blooming daffodils and young trees in a Pacific Northwest garden.
Two children in colorful costumes standing among blooming daffodils and young trees in a Pacific Northwest garden.

Spring 2014

March 30, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: Great to be back home with my three superheroes!

Two children wearing sunglasses sitting inside a green playground tunnel. They appear to be enjoying their time at a playground.
Two children wearing sunglasses sitting inside a green playground tunnel. They appear to be enjoying their time at a playground.

Saint Edward State Park

March 23, 2014
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SAINT EDWARD STATE PARK, KENMORE, WA :: Spring sun and fun with the kids at one of our favorite parks and playground.

Two young children wearing princess costumes and sashes smile on a park ride. One child wears a teal dress with a face marking, while the other wears purple with a princess sash.
Two young children wearing princess costumes and sashes smile on a park ride. One child wears a teal dress with a face marking, while the other wears purple with a princess sash.

Disneyland! Days 5, 6 & 7

February 28, 2014
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DISNEYLAND, ANAHEIM, CA :: Our final Disneyland days mixed classic rides, pool time, and the last few bits of magic we could squeeze from the trip.

Two children enjoying a spinning ride at an outdoor amusement park, captured from multiple angles with joyful expressions.
Two children enjoying a spinning ride at an outdoor amusement park, captured from multiple angles with joyful expressions.

Disneyland! Days 3 & 4

February 25, 2014
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DISNEYLAND, ANAHEIM, CA :: Days three and four brought more characters, bigger rides, and the growing confidence of two very enthusiastic little park experts.

Two children in striped shirts and headbands pose with topiary sculptures and flowers at a theme park. The vibrant purple flowers add color to the cheerful outdoor scene.
Two children in striped shirts and headbands pose with topiary sculptures and flowers at a theme park. The vibrant purple flowers add color to the cheerful outdoor scene.

Disneyland! Days 1 & 2

February 24, 2014
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DISNEYLAND, ANAHEIM, CA :: The first two Disneyland days began with wide eyes at the hotel window and quickly escalated into rides, characters, and nonstop discovery.

People standing on a wooden platform overlooking a powerful waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff in the Pacific Northwest.
People standing on a wooden platform overlooking a powerful waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff in the Pacific Northwest.

Marymere Falls

February 11, 2014
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MARYMERE FALLS, OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK, WA :: The trail to Marymere Falls crossed mossy bridges and wintery forest before reaching the frozen waterfall tucked into the trees.

A couple enjoying a sunny day at rugged coastal cliffs, bundled up in winter hats and jackets.
A couple enjoying a sunny day at rugged coastal cliffs, bundled up in winter hats and jackets.

Rialto Beach

February 10, 2014
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RIALTO BEACH, WA :: Rialto Beach was all silver sky, driftwood, and restless surf, creating a quiet winter landscape with plenty to explore and beachscape to wander.

A chef performs a flambé cooking demonstration in front of a group of diners.
A chef performs a flambé cooking demonstration in front of a group of diners.

Teppanyaki Birthday

January 25, 2014
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FUJI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE, LYNNWOOD, WA :: Fun night enjoying flaming food with the fantastic foursome!

A winter mountain landscape with snow-covered peaks, tall evergreens, and a bright sun shining in a clear blue sky.
A winter mountain landscape with snow-covered peaks, tall evergreens, and a bright sun shining in a clear blue sky.

Artist Point Snowshoe

January 4, 2014
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ARTIST POINT, MOUNT BAKER, WA :: Gorgeous and fun day in a winter wonderland!

A family poses against a vivid mural at a modern plaza in Vancouver's Olympic Village, surrounded by bare trees and clear skies.
A family poses against a vivid mural at a modern plaza in Vancouver's Olympic Village, surrounded by bare trees and clear skies.

Winterfest at Seattle Center

December 29, 2013
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SEATTLE CENTER, SEATTLE, WA :: Massive Monkees and wintery follies. Despite the cold temps, they couldn't resist the lure of the International Fountain.

A family enjoys playing with toys and presents on Christmas morning. The children wear matching red pajamas with white polka dots.
A family enjoys playing with toys and presents on Christmas morning. The children wear matching red pajamas with white polka dots.

Christmas 2013

December 26, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: Christmas 2013 brought presents, cousins, stories, and a living room happily overtaken by family.

Project Project

December 24, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: Installing the projector, speaker system, and retractable acoustically transparent screen in our living room. Santa was good to me this year!

A cheerful visit with Santa Claus. Two young girls hold plush toys while Santa smiles warmly in a festive setting.
A cheerful visit with Santa Claus. Two young girls hold plush toys while Santa smiles warmly in a festive setting.

Santa 2013

December 9, 2013
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ALDERWOOD MALL, LYNNWOOD, WA :: No tears this year!

A child in a red top admiring a decorated Christmas tree with glowing lights, with a toy box in the background.
A child in a red top admiring a decorated Christmas tree with glowing lights, with a toy box in the background.

Trimming the Tree

December 2, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: The kids decorated from the lowest branches up, making the tree more colorful with every carefully placed ornament.

Children in colorful jackets walk along a pier beside a vibrant green and multi-colored water taxi with a large steel bridge in the background.
Children in colorful jackets walk along a pier beside a vibrant green and multi-colored water taxi with a large steel bridge in the background.

Vancouver, B.C

December 2, 2013
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VANCOUVER, CANADA :: The kids went on their first international trip over Thanksgiving weekend. We had fun exploring the Aquarium, Yaletown, Granville Island, the German Christmas...

Two children explore a grassy park under a large tree with autumn leaves, holding a stick and crouching on the ground.
Two children explore a grassy park under a large tree with autumn leaves, holding a stick and crouching on the ground.

Books & Trees

November 24, 2013
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WILCOX PARK, LYNNWOOD, WA :: Saturday's adventure in the library and woods.

A child in a purple jacket crouches to plant bulbs in a garden bed.
A child in a purple jacket crouches to plant bulbs in a garden bed.

Bulbs

November 16, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: Planted 100 daffodils, 200 crocuses, 30 hyacinths, and 50 tulips! Spring must seem nearly a lifetime away for our little helpers!

Two children hold bee and ladybug shaped umbrellas while standing on a ground covered in yellow autumn leaves.
Two children hold bee and ladybug shaped umbrellas while standing on a ground covered in yellow autumn leaves.

Autumn

November 7, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: A quick break to enjoy the season with the kids and Sandee.

Children participate in a woodworking activity, constructing small wooden structures with an instructor's guidance. Close-up view of the wooden building materials.
Children participate in a woodworking activity, constructing small wooden structures with an instructor's guidance. Close-up view of the wooden building materials.

Imagine Children’s Museum

November 2, 2013
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IMAGINE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM, EVERETT, WA :: Love this place! Perfect activity for a stormy day.

Two children dressed in matching Pinocchio and dinosaur costumes holding candy on a porch.
Two children dressed in matching Pinocchio and dinosaur costumes holding candy on a porch.

Trick-or-Treating

October 31, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: Trick-or-treating sent a tiny pirate crew through the neighborhood in search of candy and adventure.

A child smiles beside glowing carved pumpkins in a cozy, dimly lit room.
A child smiles beside glowing carved pumpkins in a cozy, dimly lit room.

Pumpkins Three Ways

October 27, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: With the pumpkins we grew in our garden, we made jack-o-lanterns, crunchy snacks, and a delicious pie.

A performer on a stage wing under a spotlight above a large concert crowd with raised hands.
A performer on a stage wing under a spotlight above a large concert crowd with raised hands.

Kanye West: Yeezus Tour

October 20, 2013
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CLIMATE PLEDGE ARENA, SEATTLE, WA :: Our fourth time seeing Mr. West in concert. Didn't quite get the theme of this show (a luchador on a snowy mountain meets Jesus?), but it...

A couple walking away through a sun-dappled pathway in a tropical forest.
A couple walking away through a sun-dappled pathway in a tropical forest.

A Walk in the Woods

October 13, 2013
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YOST PARK, EDMONDS, WA :: Yost Park was perfect for a slow autumn walk, with wooden paths, fallen leaves, and plenty of small discoveries underfoot.

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