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A street view of the Casa Blanca hotel with vintage Coca-Cola signage.
A street view of the Casa Blanca hotel with vintage Coca-Cola signage.

San Ignacio

November 29, 2008
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UNBELIZEABLE VACATION DAY 6 :: SAN IGNACIO, CAYO DISTRICT, BELIZE :: San Ignacio is Belize’s westernmost town, located just twelve miles from the Guatemalan border. More...

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Hikers walking beneath a large, orange rock overhang in the desert. The group is cast in shadow while the canyon below is bathed in sunlight.
Hikers walking beneath a large, orange rock overhang in the desert. The group is cast in shadow while the canyon below is bathed in sunlight.

Tikal

November 28, 2008
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UNBELIZEABLE VACATION DAY 5 :: TIKAL NATIONAL PARK, PETEN DEPARTMENT, GUATEMALA :: Today we visited the magnificent ruins at Tikal, the largest city of the ancient Mayan...

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Jungle Zip-Line

November 28, 2008
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UNBELIZEABLE VACATION DAY 5 :: TIKAL NATIONAL PARK, PETEN DEPARTMENT, GUATEMALA :: On our way back to Belize from Tikal, we stopped at Canopy Tours just outside the gates of the...

Travel
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Kristie sits outside a cafe writing in a notebook while enjoying coffee.
Kristie sits outside a cafe writing in a notebook while enjoying coffee.

The Lodge at Chaa Creek

November 27, 2008
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UNBELIZEABLE VACATION DAY 4 :: CAYO DISTRICT, BELIZE :: Like most travelers to Belize, we planned a surf and turf itinerary, splitting our time between the mainland and the cayes....

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A lovely house with a green lawn and tall trees, nestled in the Pacific Northwest. Perfectly capturing the serene lifestyle of John and Kristie.
A lovely house with a green lawn and tall trees, nestled in the Pacific Northwest. Perfectly capturing the serene lifestyle of John and Kristie.

The Belize Zoo

November 27, 2008
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UNBELIZEABLE VACATION DAY 4 :: BELIZE DISTRICT, BELIZE :: On Thanksgiving morning, Kristie and I arrived in Belize, a tiny Central American country bordered by Mexico, Guatemala,...

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A scenic view of the Elizabeth Tower and the Houses of Parliament in London during a beautiful spring day.
A scenic view of the Elizabeth Tower and the Houses of Parliament in London during a beautiful spring day.

South Beach

November 26, 2008
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UNBELIZEABLE VACATION DAY 3 :: MIAMI, FL :: The drive from Orlando to Miami was easy and took just a little over three hours, thanks to the Florida Turnpike (and perhaps the...

Travel
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A wooden boardwalk curves gracefully through vast, textured red sandstone formations under a serene sky.
A wooden boardwalk curves gracefully through vast, textured red sandstone formations under a serene sky.

Madonna

November 26, 2008
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UNBELIZEABLE VACATION DAY 3 :: MIAMI, FL :: A couple years ago, we happened to catch the NBC broadcast of Madonna’s Confessions tour at Wembley Stadium and thought it was a...

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Kristie stands smiling in front of the vibrant Koozà Cirque du Soleil sign.
Kristie stands smiling in front of the vibrant Koozà Cirque du Soleil sign.

Animal Kingdom

November 25, 2008
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UNBELIZEABLE VACATION DAY 2 :: ORLANDO, FL :: Our purpose for visiting Orlando was to see La Nouba, although the show wasn’t until later at night. This presented us with the...

Travel
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A brightly lit blue neon sign for Cirque du Soleil stands against a dark night sky with a festive wreath hanging above it.
A brightly lit blue neon sign for Cirque du Soleil stands against a dark night sky with a festive wreath hanging above it.

Cirque du Soleil: La Nouba

November 25, 2008
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UNBELIZEABLE VACATION DAY 2 :: ORLANDO, FL :: Kristie and I love Cirque du Soleil, and we’re willing to travel across the country (and someday around the world) to see every...

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A colorful two-story wooden house with green trim and red accents, surrounded by lush palm trees and tropical foliage. The serene setting evokes a sense of relaxation and adventure in the Pacific Northwest.
A colorful two-story wooden house with green trim and red accents, surrounded by lush palm trees and tropical foliage. The serene setting evokes a sense of relaxation and adventure in the Pacific Northwest.

Grand Cypress Resort

November 24, 2008
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UNBELIZEABLE VACATION DAY 1 :: ORLANDO, FL :: So begins our much anticipated, two-week trip to the jungles and beaches of Belize! To kick things off, we traveled through Florida...

Travel
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A group of people hiking under a large rock overhang in a canyon, with green trees visible in the background.
A group of people hiking under a large rock overhang in a canyon, with green trees visible in the background.

London

November 19, 2008
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LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM :: Until now, my business trips have been confined to Canada, Mexico and the United States, where most of our market exists. We have implementations all...

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A band performs on a well-lit stage during a live concert. The crowd in front raises their phones to capture the moment.
A band performs on a well-lit stage during a live concert. The crowd in front raises their phones to capture the moment.

The Slot

October 24, 2008
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ANZA-BORREGO DESERT STATE PARK, CA :: After exploring the Calcite Mine area, I only had a couple hours to check out another nearby canyon, “The Slot”. I nearly decided...

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A street view of Casa Blanca with a Coca-Cola sign hanging above.
A street view of Casa Blanca with a Coca-Cola sign hanging above.

Calcite Mine

October 24, 2008
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ANZA-BORREGO DESERT STATE PARK, CA :: I love slots. Slot canyons, that is. While Kristie was attending her conference today, I was excited to check out two popular slot canyon...

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The Midway Museum, featuring a historic aircraft carrier with its distinctive superstructure and flags flying high.
The Midway Museum, featuring a historic aircraft carrier with its distinctive superstructure and flags flying high.

USS Midway

October 23, 2008
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THE MIDWAY MUSEUM, SAN DIEGO, CA :: After walking around Balboa Park, I drove to downtown San Diego’s waterfront where the USS Midway is docked. The aircraft carrier was...

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A historic château perched on a hill with a sunset backdrop and lush greenery
A historic château perched on a hill with a sunset backdrop and lush greenery

The Neurosciences Institute

October 23, 2008
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LA JOLLA, CA :: Kristie is really into the human brain. As an educational therapist, her work and professional development require her to read through volumes of books and...

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A single-story house with beige siding and a large garage door sits amidst a well-maintained green lawn under a partly cloudy sky.
A single-story house with beige siding and a large garage door sits amidst a well-maintained green lawn under a partly cloudy sky.

Balboa Park

October 23, 2008
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BALBOA PARK, SAN DIEGO, CA :: I started today with a walk through Balboa Park, San Diego’s much larger version of the Seattle Center. The park was established in 1835, but...

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Kristie sits at an outdoor table with a cup of coffee, smiling. The setting is near a building with large glass windows and a green umbrella overhead.
Kristie sits at an outdoor table with a cup of coffee, smiling. The setting is near a building with large glass windows and a green umbrella overhead.

Torrey Pines Beach Sunset

October 23, 2008
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TORREY PINES STATE NATURAL RESERVE, CA :: On our way through La Jolla, we stopped at Torrey Pines State Reserve for a sunset stroll along its beautiful beach. The day was still...

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Mission Beach
Mission Beach

Mission Beach

October 22, 2008
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MISSION BEACH, SAN DIEGO, CA :: One of the first things we did when we arrived in San Diego was to hit the beach. The Mission Bay Aquatic Center rented us a couple bodyboards...

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A close-up of a tabby and white cat nibbling on a small snowball. Fur details and pink paw pads are visible against fresh snow.
A close-up of a tabby and white cat nibbling on a small snowball. Fur details and pink paw pads are visible against fresh snow.

Kona Kai Resort

October 21, 2008
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SHELTER ISLAND, SAN DIEGO, CA :: Kristie and I were reluctant to end our summer, so we spent a week vacationing in sunny San Diego where it was 80-plus degrees every day. We...

Travel
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A large orchestra performing on stage with a choir behind them, illuminated by stage lights.
A large orchestra performing on stage with a choir behind them, illuminated by stage lights.

Hoh River Trail

October 12, 2008
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OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK, WA :: This weekend I backpacked the Hoh River Trail with Jacob, Jayson and Pat, three great friends for over 20 years now. We camped two nights at a small,...

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A two-story tropical vacation home surrounded by lush palm trees and vibrant greenery. The structure features wooden railings and bright green accents.
A two-story tropical vacation home surrounded by lush palm trees and vibrant greenery. The structure features wooden railings and bright green accents.

Mythbusters

October 4, 2008
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MOORE THEATRE, SEATTLE, WA :: The Mythbusters, Jamie Hyneman and Adam Savage, were in Seattle to share behind-the-scenes stories from their popular television show. I think...

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Silhouette of Haystack Rock at sunrise with smooth wet sand
Silhouette of Haystack Rock at sunrise with smooth wet sand

Point of Arches

September 6, 2008
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OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK, WA :: I joined a few buddies from work for a weekend at Point of Arches and Shi Shi Beach, certainly one of the most spectacular beaches in the world. No,...

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A group of musicians playing instruments on stage in a cozy, low-lit bar with an attentive audience.
A group of musicians playing instruments on stage in a cozy, low-lit bar with an attentive audience.

Orca Cruise

August 31, 2008
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SAN JUAN ISLANDS, WA :: Kristie and I enjoyed our Labor Day weekend with an orca watching trip via Island Mariner Cruises. Their 110′ boat conveniently departed from...

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A band performs live on stage with vibrant lighting effects.
A band performs live on stage with vibrant lighting effects.

Klapatche to Cougar Rock

August 2, 2008
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THE WONDERLAND TRAIL DAY 3 :: MT. RAINIER NATIONAL PARK, WA :: We started our third day early on another cold and misty morning. Today would be a challenge, requiring eight hours...

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The photo is of a quiet street in a small town with a prominent Casa Blanca sign. Below is a vintage Coca-Cola sign.
The photo is of a quiet street in a small town with a prominent Casa Blanca sign. Below is a vintage Coca-Cola sign.

Golden Lakes to Klapatche

August 1, 2008
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THE WONDERLAND TRAIL DAY 2 :: MT. RAINIER NATIONAL PARK, WA :: We were still in good spirits as we began our second day on The Wonderland Trail, although the mood was dampened a...

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A cozy living room decorated for the holidays with a large tree, gifts, red stockings on the fireplace, and individuals in matching pajamas gathering around the tree.
A tabby cat sits beside a window, gazing outside with a purple ball nearby on the wooden floor.
A close-up of a computer monitor displaying an X-ray of a foot with medical interface tools and patient data fields.
Two toddlers in matching lavender outfits play with a wooden wagon toy on a colorful rug.
Dramatic red rock formations and lush greenery at Garden of the Gods.
A group of kids playing in a hot tub with a water cannon and toys on the edge.
A charming two-story house with a green lawn, colorful flowers, and a carport under a cloudy sky.
Two young children proudly displaying papers in front of an Olympic View Montessori sign in a garden setting.
Two travelers standing beside the historic Lavaaca landmark sign on a cozy street in Galveston, Texas.
View of a HYPROX live performance on stage. The scene is captured from the audience perspective.
Two people walking a wooded trail dappled with golden sunlight.
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Children collecting colorful plastic eggs near a green slide while an adult watches nearby.
Two children interact with two goats in a fenced outdoor area.
A detailed view of a historic stone castle perched on a lush, green hillside surrounded by dense forest.
A large stone pyramid rises from the jungle with children playing in the foreground.
Two young children in yellow outfits sit on a sunny lawn with colorful balloons.
A group of visitors admiring a large aquarium tank with vibrant underwater scenery from the Pacific Northwest.
Colorful mural on the exterior of STRAAT Museum in Toronto. Street art and graffiti adorn the building's facade.
A person paddles a yellow kayak down a serene river, followed by others in an orange kayak through a rich, green forest.
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