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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...

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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.

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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!

Projects
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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.

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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.

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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.

Events
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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.

Projects
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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...

Shows
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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.

Hikes
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A family of three photographed as silhouettes on a wet beach at sunset. The scene captures gentle ocean waves and the golden light reflecting on the wet sand.
A family of three photographed as silhouettes on a wet beach at sunset. The scene captures gentle ocean waves and the golden light reflecting on the wet sand.

Oregon Coast

September 29, 2013
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CANNON BEACH, OR :: Tillamook, Cape Meares, Hug Point and Cannon Beach!

Travel
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Children in matching outfits posing with a large blue inflatable whale at a bright indoor celebration.
Children in matching outfits posing with a large blue inflatable whale at a bright indoor celebration.

3rd Birthday

September 23, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: The twins’ third birthday took place under the sea, complete with a floating remote controlled shark that produced an entertaining mixture of fright and delight!

Events
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Two individuals in matching pink shirts walking on a rocky shoreline near stone cairns.
Two individuals in matching pink shirts walking on a rocky shoreline near stone cairns.

Richmond Beach

September 1, 2013
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RICHMOND BEACH, SHORELINE, WA :: Richmond Beach offered stones for stacking, sand for digging, and a shoreline made for exploring.

Misc
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Children enjoying a Ferris ride wearing colorful 3D glasses and funny glasses at a fair.
Children enjoying a Ferris ride wearing colorful 3D glasses and funny glasses at a fair.

The Evergreen State Fair

August 25, 2013
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EVERGREEN STATE FAIRGROUNDS, MONROE, WA :: The Evergreen State Fair delivered rides, animals, treats, and more things to point at than two kids could possibly manage at once.

Events
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Children enjoying a pony ride at a busy outdoor event.
Children enjoying a pony ride at a busy outdoor event.

Taste of Edmonds

August 11, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: Taste of Edmonds combined fair food, sunshine, and a bright pink slide that was impossible to pass up.

Misc
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Children wearing cool sunglasses enjoy a green roller coaster ride on a sunny day.
Children wearing cool sunglasses enjoy a green roller coaster ride on a sunny day.

Tour de Terrace

August 5, 2013
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MOUNTLAKE TERRACE, WA :: The Tour de Terrace brought face paint, spinning rides, and the kind of wide-eyed excitement only a summer fair can produce.

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Children playing with toys on a large log in a sunny park.
Children playing with toys on a large log in a sunny park.

Point Defiance Park

July 28, 2013
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POINT DEFIANCE PARK, TACOMA, WA :: Point Defiance offered playground stops and beach exploring with their cousin.

Misc
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Family members wearing red, white, and blue outfits and holding toy dogs while sitting outdoors at a community event.
Family members wearing red, white, and blue outfits and holding toy dogs while sitting outdoors at a community event.

An Edmonds Kind of Fourth

July 6, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: A small-town Fourth meant plenty of flags, patriotic outfits, and parade watching with Grandma.

Events
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Two children interact with two goats in a fenced outdoor area.
Two children interact with two goats in a fenced outdoor area.

Forest Park

June 30, 2013
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FOREST PARK, EVERETT, WA :: Forest Park gave us a petting zoo, playgrounds, splash pads, and a day’s worth of toddler-sized adventures.

Misc
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Toddler in colorful goggles plays in a bright yellow bubble pool outdoors.
Toddler in colorful goggles plays in a bright yellow bubble pool outdoors.

Splish Splash

June 29, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: A backyard splash pool, one giant inflatable giraffe, and two determined kids made part of a perfect summer day.

Misc
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A family explores colorful handcrafted plush toys at an outdoor market.
A family explores colorful handcrafted plush toys at an outdoor market.

Edmonds Arts Festival

June 16, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: The Edmonds Arts Festival offered handmade treasures, colorful displays, and a few irresistible treats between the booths.

Events
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A bicycle and red stroller parked on grass in front of a scenic PNW building.
A bicycle and red stroller parked on grass in front of a scenic PNW building.

The Centennial Trail

June 2, 2013
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SNOHOMISH, WA :: We biked and rollerbladed with the kids from Snohomish to Machias Station.

Hikes
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A family enjoys a sunny day visiting a dragon statue at an outdoor attraction.
A family enjoys a sunny day visiting a dragon statue at an outdoor attraction.

Enchanted Village & Wild Waves

June 1, 2013
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WILD WAVES, FEDERAL WAY, WA :: Wild Waves paired storybook creatures with rides and waterpark fun, giving us two kinds of amusement park in one day.

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Children playing with colorful toys in a plant tray in a garden and a woman in the background.
Children playing with colorful toys in a plant tray in a garden and a woman in the background.

Stella & Sawyer’s 3rd Birthday

May 27, 2013
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TACOMA, WA :: Stella and Sawyer’s third birthday turned the backyard into a picnic, craft table, and wonderfully busy play zone.

Events
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Mission Beach
A charming mountain chalet with snow covering the ground and surrounding landscape under a clear blue sky.
A toddler in a green striped shirt plays happily with a large black wheel indoors.
A beautiful sunset view from the terrace of Castello di Amorosa, surrounded by lush greenery.
Two girls sit on a carpeted staircase posing with lit Jack-o-Lanterns during a Halloween family gathering.
Family Beach Walk at Dusk
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A historic stone building with a pointed roof overlooks a valley filled with greenery. People are seen walking on a paved area beside the structure.
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Whale Museum Exhibit in Seattle
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A charming alleyway leading to Seasons Cafe in the Pacific Northwest offers beer, wine, and espresso.
Two girls smiling in front of a roller rink with purple lighting.
Four hikers explore a narrow slot canyon with towering sandstone walls.
A family poses in front of a colorful San Pedro sign on a sandy beach. Palm trees frame the photo under a clear blue sky.
Two young girls dressed as princesses in teal and pink costumes pose in front of a mosaic wall.
A person standing on dry, cracked earth with a close-up view of the textured soil.
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Children splashing in a blue bounce pool with colorful floats and a pink ring ball.
A scenic mountain overlook with two benches under a vast, partly cloudy sky.
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