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Family of three sitting in a cinema with personalized anime avatars, holding popcorn and snacks. A digital collage capturing a cozy moment together.
Family of three sitting in a cinema with personalized anime avatars, holding popcorn and snacks. A digital collage capturing a cozy moment together.

Princess Mononoke in IMAX

March 30, 2025
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AMC LOWES ALDERWOOD MALL, LYNNWOOD, WA :: Enjoying the 4K restoration of Princess Mononoke on IMAX! Also having some fun with the trending Studio Ghibli renders via ChatGPT.

Three people in playful costumes and accessories posing with a prop stick against a bright cartoon-style background featuring a bear and a pig.
Three people in playful costumes and accessories posing with a prop stick against a bright cartoon-style background featuring a bear and a pig.

Emerald City Comic Con

March 8, 2025
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EMERALD CITY COMIC CON, SEATTLE, WA :: Had a great time at Emerald City Comic Con! Kristie went as Donatello and Charlie was Dipper from Gravity Falls – both got a ton of...

Two people holding snowboards in a snowy forest with snow-covered trees and ground.
Two people holding snowboards in a snowy forest with snow-covered trees and ground.

Snow Day

February 6, 2025
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NORTH CREEK, WA :: Snow Day!

A close-up of freshly baked sugar cookies cooling on a wire rack with decorative red cutting shapes nearby.
A close-up of freshly baked sugar cookies cooling on a wire rack with decorative red cutting shapes nearby.

3D-Printed Cookie Cutters

February 2, 2025
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NORTH CREEK, WA :: Kristie and the kids wanted to decorate cookies over the weekend, so I printed some custom cookie cutters using CookieCAD and our BambuLab 3D printer....

Two individuals collaborate on a large jigsaw puzzle depicting a traditional European street scene on a wooden dining table.
Two individuals collaborate on a large jigsaw puzzle depicting a traditional European street scene on a wooden dining table.

Renaissance Puzzle

January 26, 2025
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: Our family gifted us a 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle of our photo at the Washington Midsummer Renfaire. We finally finished it today! It was the perfect...

A family of three smiles for the camera during a dinner outing. The warm interior features modern decor and a bustling background.
A family of three smiles for the camera during a dinner outing. The warm interior features modern decor and a bustling background.

Birthday at Rare Society

January 24, 2025
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RARE SOCIETY MILL CREEK, MILL CREEK, WA :: I’m a pretty lucky guy! Feeling very loved and grateful on my birthday!

A panoramic view of the Temple of the Sun at Machu Picchu, featuring stone ruins on a grassy hillside. Visitors walk along steps under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.
A panoramic view of the Temple of the Sun at Machu Picchu, featuring stone ruins on a grassy hillside. Visitors walk along steps under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

Xunantunich Mayan Ruins

January 19, 2025
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XUNANTUNICH MAYAN RUINS, SAN IGNACIO, BELIZE :: Today we took our trusty 4Runner within a mile of the Guatemalan border to explore the ancient Mayan city of Xunantunich, believed...

A person walks away down a green jungle path holding a large neon green ring.
A person walks away down a green jungle path holding a large neon green ring.

Tubing the Macal River

January 16, 2025
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BLACK ROCK LODGE, SAN IGNACIO, BELIZE :: Tubing the Macal River! A 45 minute hike up the river and then a 15 minute float back over some mild rapids and a little waterfall. Rinse...

A close-up of a vividly red bird perched on a leafy branch, surrounded by lush green foliage.
A close-up of a vividly red bird perched on a leafy branch, surrounded by lush green foliage.

Belize Birds

January 13, 2025
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BLACK ROCK LODGE, BELIZE :: The vibrant birds (along with a few other creatures) we spotted in Belize!

A group of hikers walks along a dirt path through a lush forest, taking in the greenery.
A group of hikers walks along a dirt path through a lush forest, taking in the greenery.

Birding at Black Rock Lodge

January 13, 2025
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BLACK ROCK LODGE, SAN IGNACIO, BELIZE :: Black Rock Lodge is the #1 birding hotspot in Belize, according to eBird and The Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We did a couple early morning...

A stone path winds through a lush, green tropical garden toward a traditional thatched-roof building. Visitors stroll along the walkway amidst dense foliage and palm trees.
A stone path winds through a lush, green tropical garden toward a traditional thatched-roof building. Visitors stroll along the walkway amidst dense foliage and palm trees.

Black Rock Lodge

January 11, 2025
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BLACK ROCK LODGE, SAN IGNACIO, BELIZE :: Black Rock Lodge was our base in the Cayo District. We love immersing ourselves in the lush jungle, especially within the sounds of birds,...

A happy family enjoys a train ride together, seated comfortably in the passenger car, looking forward to their next adventure.
A happy family enjoys a train ride together, seated comfortably in the passenger car, looking forward to their next adventure.

Di Bruwry

January 10, 2025
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DI BRUWRY, BELIZE CITY, BELIZE :: We hopped over to the mainland to continue the second half of our vacation in Belize. After landing, we stopped at the Belikin Brewery for a...

A family stands next to a yellow and black utility vehicle at a gas station on a rainy day.
A family stands next to a yellow and black utility vehicle at a gas station on a rainy day.

Flooding in San Pedro

January 2, 2025
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SAN PEDRO, BELIZE :: Not every day in paradise is sunny, but we tried to make the most of it! With rain jackets on, we set off for an ‘adventure,’ tackling flooded streets in our...

A group enjoying a sunny day on a boat cruise by the water. Tropical buildings and a bright, cloudy sky frame the scene.
A group enjoying a sunny day on a boat cruise by the water. Tropical buildings and a bright, cloudy sky frame the scene.

Ambergris Caye Parasailing

January 1, 2025
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BELIZE PARASAIL PLUS, SAN PEDRO, BELIZE :: Parasailing over Ambergris Caye on a stunning day! Soaring like a bird high above the colorful seascape was incredible – so...

A group enjoys an outdoor meal on a terrace overlooking lush greenery during a vibrant sunset.
A group enjoys an outdoor meal on a terrace overlooking lush greenery during a vibrant sunset.

New Year’s Eve in Belize

December 31, 2024
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RAIN RESTAURANT & ROOFTOP TERRACE, SAN PEDRO, BELIZE :: Our final dinner of 2024 was celebrated at Rain, a rooftop restaurant overlooking the island, just steps from our...

A family enjoys a beachside Christmas photo op in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, surrounded by festive inflatable holiday decorations under palm trees.
A family enjoys a beachside Christmas photo op in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, surrounded by festive inflatable holiday decorations under palm trees.

Secret Beach, Belize

December 31, 2024
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SECRET BEACH, AMBERGRIS CAYE, BELIZE :: Our favorite beach in Belize is Secret Beach, which is anything but secret! We bounced around at the new aqua park and enjoyed swimming in...

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.
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.

San Pedro, Belize

December 31, 2024
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SAN PEDRO, BELIZE :: One of our favorite things about Ambergris Caye is how easy and fun it is to get around by golf cart! We love winding our way over the bumpy gravel roads and...

A group of three people poses with a snowman prop on a sandy beach near a resort with palm trees.
A group of three people poses with a snowman prop on a sandy beach near a resort with palm trees.

Happy New Year’s Eve from Belize

December 31, 2024
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GRAND CARIBE, SAN PEDRO, BELIZE :: Happy New Year’s Eve from Belize! We’re wrapping up 2024 with sunshine and family fun on Ambergris Caye!

Four Christmas stockings with snowman and penguin designs hang above a modern fireplace.
Four Christmas stockings with snowman and penguin designs hang above a modern fireplace.

Merry Christmas

December 25, 2024
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: Merry Christmas! Wishing everyone health and happiness! 🎄🎁☃️

A person sitting on a couch in a festive room with a giant sloth pillow and Christmas decorations in the background.
A person sitting on a couch in a festive room with a giant sloth pillow and Christmas decorations in the background.

Christmas Eve

December 25, 2024
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EDMONDS, WA :: A wild Christmas Eve with the English’s! We ventured deep into the untamed woods of Edmonds to visit Grandma English and Uncle David, where we enjoyed fun gifts,...

Two individuals skiing on a snowy slope, enjoying a winter day with a scenic mountain backdrop.
Two individuals skiing on a snowy slope, enjoying a winter day with a scenic mountain backdrop.

Snowboard Lessons

December 25, 2024
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ECHO VALLEY SKI AREA, MANSON, WA :: The kiddos had their first snowboarding lessons at Echo Valley, a small ski area just 15 mins from Chelan. 90 minutes of 1:1 instruction to...

Three kids wearing matching gingerbread Christmas pajamas sit on a couch, laughing and having fun near a decorated holiday tree.
Three kids wearing matching gingerbread Christmas pajamas sit on a couch, laughing and having fun near a decorated holiday tree.

Cousin Crew Christmas in Chelan

December 25, 2024
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BIGHORN & BLUEBELL, CHELAN, WA :: Cousin Crew Christmas in Chelan! Lots of fun, family, gifts, games, food, cookie decorating, hot tubbing, and some snow to ring in the...

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