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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
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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...

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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 serene meadow filled with white spire-shaped wildflowers against a bright blue sky dotted with fluffy clouds. Tall evergreen trees frame the landscape.
A serene meadow filled with white spire-shaped wildflowers against a bright blue sky dotted with fluffy clouds. Tall evergreen trees frame the landscape.

Mowich Lake to Golden Lakes

July 31, 2008
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THE WONDERLAND TRAIL DAY 1 :: MT. RAINIER NATIONAL PARK, WA :: We were in high spirits as we began our much anticipated and ambitious attempt of The Wonderland Trail. With our...

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John and Kristie pose in front of the vibrant and colorful Kooza Cirque du Soleil backdrop. They are smiling joyfully, sharing a moment of excitement and anticipation.
John and Kristie pose in front of the vibrant and colorful Kooza Cirque du Soleil backdrop. They are smiling joyfully, sharing a moment of excitement and anticipation.

Mt. Lillian & Naneum Meadow

July 22, 2008
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WENATCHEE NATIONAL FOREST, WA :: Kristie attended yet another conference at Suncadia Resort in Cle Elum. There is absolutely nothing to do in Cle Elum, but I tagged along to catch...

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A majestic mountain with snow-covered peaks rises above a forested slope under a clear blue sky.
A majestic mountain with snow-covered peaks rises above a forested slope under a clear blue sky.

Navaho Peak

July 12, 2008
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WENATCHEE NATIONAL FOREST, WA :: I joined Jayson, Jessica and Jacob for an overnighter to Navaho Peak via the Stafford Creek trail in the Teanaway. Due to the heavy snowfall this...

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A group of children outdoors, smiling and looking up in excitement. They appear to be part of a joyful celebration.
A group of children outdoors, smiling and looking up in excitement. They appear to be part of a joyful celebration.

Fourth of July

July 4, 2008
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SOMEWHERE BETWEEN EDMONDS AND MUKILTEO, WA :: My boss very kindly invited us to celebrate the Fourth of July with his family and friends. He and his neighbors gathered together to...

Events
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A woman writes in a notebook at a cafe table while enjoying a cup of coffee.
A woman writes in a notebook at a cafe table while enjoying a cup of coffee.

Horsetail Falls Loop

July 3, 2008
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COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE NATIONAL SCENIC AREA, OR :: On my way back home from Painted Hills, I made a stop again at the waterfalls between exits 31 and 35 on Interstate 84. I have to...

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A woman smiles joyfully in front of a vibrant Circus backdrop.
A woman smiles joyfully in front of a vibrant Circus backdrop.

Biglow Canyon Wind Farm

July 3, 2008
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SHERMAN COUNTY, OR :: I love roadtrips, but they’re a little more expensive these days. My trip through Central Oregon and back totaled 1000 miles. Optimistically, my...

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A serene view of a beige single-story home surrounded by tall evergreen trees and a vibrant green lawn under a partly cloudy sky.
A serene view of a beige single-story home surrounded by tall evergreen trees and a vibrant green lawn under a partly cloudy sky.

Lower Oneonta Falls

July 2, 2008
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COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE NATIONAL SCENIC AREA, OR :: On a whim, I took a couple days off from work before July 4th to enjoy a roadtrip to Central Oregon. My destination was the...

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A wooden walkway winds through vibrant red dunes under a blue sky with fluffy clouds.
A wooden walkway winds through vibrant red dunes under a blue sky with fluffy clouds.

Painted Hills

July 2, 2008
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JOHN DAY FOSSIL BED NATIONAL MONUMENT, OR :: After a long drive through the Columbia River Gorge and Central Oregon’s scenic high desert, I arrived at Painted Hills. Pulling...

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A charming single-story home in the Pacific Northwest, featuring a well-maintained green lawn, surrounded by tall trees and a clear blue sky.
A charming single-story home in the Pacific Northwest, featuring a well-maintained green lawn, surrounded by tall trees and a clear blue sky.

Front Yard Facelift

June 29, 2008
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EDMONDS, WA :: When we bought our house, we were initially attracted to the very large pine tree in the front yard. Its branches extended over the street and roof, creating a...

Projects
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John and Kristie pose in front of the vibrant and colorful Kooza Cirque du Soleil backdrop. They are smiling joyfully, sharing a moment of excitement and anticipation.
John and Kristie pose in front of the vibrant and colorful Kooza Cirque du Soleil backdrop. They are smiling joyfully, sharing a moment of excitement and anticipation.

Mt. Lillian & Naneum Meadow

June 22, 2008
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WENATCHEE NATIONAL FOREST, WA :: Kristie attended yet another conference at Suncadia Resort in Cle Elum. Although Suncadia is nice, there’s not much to do in town. I tagged...

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A suburban home in the Pacific Northwest features a well-maintained green lawn and is surrounded by tall evergreen trees under a partly cloudy sky.
A suburban home in the Pacific Northwest features a well-maintained green lawn and is surrounded by tall evergreen trees under a partly cloudy sky.

Wenatchee River Whitewater

June 14, 2008
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WENATCHEE RIVER, CASHMERE, WA :: Kristie rounded up thirteen friends and family (including her mom!) for an incredibly fun whitewater rafting ride on the Wenatchee River. The...

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A vibrant collage of numerous small images showcasing John and Kristie's travels, adventures, and cherished moments worldwide.
A vibrant collage of numerous small images showcasing John and Kristie's travels, adventures, and cherished moments worldwide.

200th Post

June 14, 2008
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EDMONDS, WA :: To celebrate the 200th entry on johnandkristie.com, I treated the website to a minor facelift. There is a little less clutter than before, allowing the photos to...

Projects
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A charming restaurant with outdoor seating areas, featuring an American flag flying high on a pole. The building has multiple stories with large windows and a welcoming entrance.
A charming restaurant with outdoor seating areas, featuring an American flag flying high on a pole. The building has multiple stories with large windows and a welcoming entrance.

Campbell’s Resort

June 13, 2008
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CHELAN, WA :: Chelan has always been one of Kristie’s favorite spots in Eastern Washington. Through high school and college, she would frequently join her friends here to...

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A boat is docked at a rocky shoreline with snow-capped mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.
A boat is docked at a rocky shoreline with snow-capped mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.

Chelan Lakeshore Trail

June 12, 2008
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WENATCHEE NATIONAL FOREST, WA :: The Lakeshore Trail is an incredible hike that is well worth the extra effort to reach it. After a three hour car ride to Chelan from the Seattle...

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A tabby and white cat licks its paw while sitting in fresh snow.
A tabby and white cat licks its paw while sitting in fresh snow.

Cirque du Soleil: Corteo

May 10, 2008
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MARYMOOR PARK, REDMOND, WA :: To celebrate Mother’s Day, we invited our moms to see Corteo, a Cirque du Soleil show traveling the world and making a brief stop in...

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A breathtaking view of the Grand Canyon at sunset with towering rock formations.
Wide view of a grassy area with scattered boulders, hills, and a clear blue sky.
A family enjoys a ride on a swing overlooking a lush tropical forest and the ocean from a high vantage point.
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Two smiling children peek through vibrant green leaves and blooming blue hydrangea flowers in a garden setting.
Two children wearing life jackets sit at the bow of a boat gliding over calm water with distant hills in the background.
A selfie of two smiling people in jackets and a cap, with autumn-colored trees and a railing in the background.
Friends and family enjoy a shared moment in the stands of a large outdoor stadium during a game.
A lively scene at Cupertino Main Street with people strolling and sitting under trees, adorned with decorative banners. The area is vibrant and filled with greenery.
Kristie stands smiling in front of the vibrant Koozà Cirque du Soleil sign.
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A small group wearing Santa hats and face masks practice singing near a beautifully decorated Christmas tree, holding sheet music. They are in a warm, festive indoor setting.
A group of people lying on the floor arranged in a circular pattern forming a star shape.
A cozy family poses in matching red and white Christmas pajamas on the couch. One person wears a Santa hat while others have festive headbands with reindeer antlers and lights.
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A small, white chapel nestled in a forest with tall trees and dappled sunlight on the ground.
A mint green car parked along a historic canal in Europe. Pedestrians walk past charming brick buildings with red shutters.
A sea turtle swims gracefully above a rocky seabed in clear turquoise water. The image showcases detailed views of the shell and flippers.
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.
A bustling street scene with people walking and sitting on benches under leafy trees. Overhead, decorative banners add to the charm.
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