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A tabby cat with striking green eyes peers curiously through lush green foliage.
A tabby cat with striking green eyes peers curiously through lush green foliage.

Walking the Cats

June 24, 2007
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EDMONDS, WA :: We love our cats. Unfortunately, this means they are fated to a life indoors. It’s just too dangerous in our area to let them roam outside. There are coyotes,...

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A panoramic view of a vast body of water surrounded by lush green forests and distant mountains under a cloudy sky. The foreground features a rugged rocky outcrop with patches of red lichen.
A panoramic view of a vast body of water surrounded by lush green forests and distant mountains under a cloudy sky. The foreground features a rugged rocky outcrop with patches of red lichen.

ARTOPIA

June 23, 2007
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GEORGETOWN, SEATTLE, WA :: Today, Kristie and I walked the streets of Georgetown for the very first time. The old industrial neighborhood hosted a festival of art, music, theater...

Events
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A scenic view of a rocky landscape under a dramatic cloudy sky with the sun shining through. Distant cars can be seen on a road amidst the rugged terrain.
A scenic view of a rocky landscape under a dramatic cloudy sky with the sun shining through. Distant cars can be seen on a road amidst the rugged terrain.

Fourth of July Creek

June 22, 2007
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WENATCHEE NATIONAL FOREST, WA :: I enjoyed the first full day of summer in the mountains, hiking the Fourth of July Creek trail to Icicle Ridge and the site of an old fire...

Hikes
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A bustling street scene with people walking and sitting on benches under leafy trees. Overhead, decorative banners add to the charm.
A bustling street scene with people walking and sitting on benches under leafy trees. Overhead, decorative banners add to the charm.

The Police

June 7, 2007
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KEY ARENA, SEATTLE, WA :: Kristie and I initially didn’t have high expectations for The Police concert. We thought it would be a relatively quiet night, with us having a...

Shows
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A magician in a colorful outfit is performing a trick with a live rat. He is dressed in a vibrant jacket and a hat, holding a microphone, while a young assistant stands beside him.
A magician in a colorful outfit is performing a trick with a live rat. He is dressed in a vibrant jacket and a hat, holding a microphone, while a young assistant stands beside him.

Moscow Cats Theater

June 2, 2007
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SEATTLE REPERTORY THEATRE, SEATTLE, WA :: Kristie and I were looking forward to a show featuring a troupe of specially trained cats. The Moscow Cats Theater website says the...

Shows
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A serene image of traditional East Asian architecture, featuring ornate green-tiled roofs and intricate stone carvings.
A serene image of traditional East Asian architecture, featuring ornate green-tiled roofs and intricate stone carvings.

San Francisco Chinatown

May 28, 2007
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SAN FRANCISCO, CA :: After my hike up Yosemite’s Half Dome, I had an extra day to explore downtown San Francisco. I started with a dim sum lunch at Yank Sing. As I enjoyed a...

Travel
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A group of small birds stands on a rocky outcrop, with distant mountains visible in the background under a clear blue sky.
A group of small birds stands on a rocky outcrop, with distant mountains visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

San Francisco

May 28, 2007
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SAN FRANCISCO, CA :: After wandering around Chinatown, I decided to visit a few other landmarks in San Francisco, including Coit Tower, The Palace of Fine Arts and The Golden Gate...

Travel
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A historical marker embedded in a large stone with American flags nearby.
A historical marker embedded in a large stone with American flags nearby.

Half Dome

May 27, 2007
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YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CA :: I’ve wanted to visit Yosemite for a long time. I finally had an opportunity over Memorial Day weekend when a business trip placed me in the...

HikesTravel
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A cloud tower stands tall against a clear blue sky in this serene image.
A cloud tower stands tall against a clear blue sky in this serene image.

Flamingo

May 2, 2007
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CHICAGO, IL :: While viewing the beautiful city of Chicago from the Sears Tower Skydeck, I noticed a distinct, red object within a plaza 103 floors below me. I’m a big fan...

Travel
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John and Kristie pose near the famous Chicago Cloud Gate sculpture, with skyscrapers in the background. The couple embraces by the shiny metallic structure on a sunny day.
John and Kristie pose near the famous Chicago Cloud Gate sculpture, with skyscrapers in the background. The couple embraces by the shiny metallic structure on a sunny day.

Chicago

May 2, 2007
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CHICAGO, IL :: A recent business trip had me travelling through the Midwestern towns of Indianapolis, Louisville, Cincinnati and Columbus. Of those, I found Louisville to be the...

Travel
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A breathtaking Pacific Northwest waterfall cascading over moss-covered rocks into a tranquil river.
A breathtaking Pacific Northwest waterfall cascading over moss-covered rocks into a tranquil river.

Boulder River

April 28, 2007
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BOULDER RIVER WILDERNESS, WA :: The Boulder River trail is a nearby favorite. As usual, it was wet and muddy, with many blowdowns to weave around, crawl under, or climb over. I...

Hikes
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A bright yellow tulip stands out among a field of blurred red tulips.
A bright yellow tulip stands out among a field of blurred red tulips.

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

April 6, 2007
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LA CONNER, WA :: Kristie and I headed North after work on Friday to enjoy a nice walk through fields of blooming tulips on a rare, sunny and warm Spring evening. Actually, little...

Events
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A twilight view of St. Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square, New Orleans, with the Andrew Jackson statue and ornate planters silhouetted against a glowing sky as John & Kristie enjoy a romantic evening stroll.
A twilight view of St. Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square, New Orleans, with the Andrew Jackson statue and ornate planters silhouetted against a glowing sky as John & Kristie enjoy a romantic evening stroll.

The French Quarter

March 17, 2007
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NEW ORLEANS, LA :: A long business trip to New Orleans was both very productive and very fun! When I wasn’t conducting demonstrations, engaged in round tables, or spending...

Travel
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A majestic mountain peak covered in snow with golden sunlight illuminating its slopes. The sky is clear and blue, contrasting with the dark silhouetted forest below.
A majestic mountain peak covered in snow with golden sunlight illuminating its slopes. The sky is clear and blue, contrasting with the dark silhouetted forest below.

TAIKOPROJECT

March 15, 2007
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EDMONDS CENTER FOR THE ARTS, EDMONDS, WA :: Kristie is a drum freak. She enjoys listening to all kinds of drums: steel drums, congas, bongos, tom-toms, hi-hats, snares, bass...

Shows
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A collage of silhouetted Joshua trees against a clear blue sky, capturing their unique branching patterns.
A collage of silhouetted Joshua trees against a clear blue sky, capturing their unique branching patterns.

Commonwealth Basin

January 1, 2007
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MT. BAKER-SNOQUALMIE NATIONAL FOREST, WA :: On this first day of 2007, Kristie and I enjoyed a snowshoe hike through Commonwealth Basin near Snoqualmie Pass. We had originally...

Hikes
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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.
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.

Christmas

December 25, 2006
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EDMONDS, WA :: Our first Christmas in our new home with our new kittens was wonderful! The photo above shows Sage stalking Mance from under the tree. We tried our best to keep...

Events
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The image shows a couple from a personality photo, placed inside a brown paper bag alongside a white book and a blue booklet advertising 'mypub', captured from a top-down perspective. This arrangement suggests a cozy review or story-telling setting.
The image shows a couple from a personality photo, placed inside a brown paper bag alongside a white book and a blue booklet advertising 'mypub', captured from a top-down perspective. This arrangement suggests a cozy review or story-telling setting.

2006 Photo Album

December 20, 2006
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EDMONDS, WA :: Just in time for the holidays, I created another photo album to capture and share some of the milestones and events Kristie and I experienced in 2006. Like last...

Projects
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John and Kristie are visibly thrilled as they sit in a futuristic orange ride vehicle, engaging in an exhilarating experience together.
John and Kristie are visibly thrilled as they sit in a futuristic orange ride vehicle, engaging in an exhilarating experience together.

Mini-Pendant Chandelier

November 16, 2006
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EDMONDS, WA :: With most of the house renovations complete, we finally invited our friends over for a dinner party. We looked forward to using our new table, chairs and place...

Projects
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A bald eagle rests on a moss-covered tree branch in the Pacific Northwest.
A bald eagle rests on a moss-covered tree branch in the Pacific Northwest.

Halloween

October 31, 2006
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EDMONDS, WA :: We decided to have a little fun with the trick-or-treaters this Halloween, our first in our new home. We placed five jack-o-lanterns around our entryway, replaced...

Events
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A plate of Halloween-themed cookies with orange and black icing displayed on a dark wooden table.
A plate of Halloween-themed cookies with orange and black icing displayed on a dark wooden table.

Halloween Sugar Cookies

October 28, 2006
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EDMONDS, WA :: This Halloween we made a bunch of cookies in the shape of ghosts, pumpkins, bats and cats. It was fun and the cookies were delicious! Batches went out to family,...

Projects
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A ladder leads upward inside a natural cave illuminated by daylight. The rocky walls have smooth and rugged textures forming an enclosed space.
A ladder leads upward inside a natural cave illuminated by daylight. The rocky walls have smooth and rugged textures forming an enclosed space.

Rockport

October 23, 2006
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ROCKPORT, MA :: On our last day in New England, Kristie and I headed north from Boston to check out Rockport and Salem. Rockport is a small fishing village and artist community on...

Travel
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A winding road curves through a vibrant autumn forest with colorful leaves and a guardrail on the side.
A winding road curves through a vibrant autumn forest with colorful leaves and a guardrail on the side.

Trails Near Boston

October 22, 2006
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MILTON AND CONCORD, MA :: Today we drove a short distance away from the city to experience a few of the natural attractions in Massachussetts. The first stop was a four mile loop...

HikesTravel
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A rocky terrain with scattered boulders under a dramatic sky filled with clouds and bright sunlight.
A rocky terrain with scattered boulders under a dramatic sky filled with clouds and bright sunlight.

Life is Good Pumpkin Festival

October 21, 2006
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BOSTON COMMON, BOSTON, MA :: We were in Boston Common this evening to enjoy the second annual Life is Good Pumpkin Festival. The event is a fundraiser for Camp Sunshine, a program...

Travel
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A carpet of red, orange, and yellow autumn leaves covers the ground around a tree trunk, creating a picturesque fall scene in the Pacific Northwest.
A carpet of red, orange, and yellow autumn leaves covers the ground around a tree trunk, creating a picturesque fall scene in the Pacific Northwest.

Mount Auburn Cemetery

October 19, 2006
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CAMBRIDGE, MA :: Boston is home to many of America’s “firsts”, including the first college, first post office, first public park, first public school, first...

Travel
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A bald eagle sits on a mossy tree branch surrounded by twisted limbs. The bird's white head and dark brown body stand out against the forest backdrop.
A bald eagle sits on a mossy tree branch surrounded by twisted limbs. The bird's white head and dark brown body stand out against the forest backdrop.

Harvard Square

October 18, 2006
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CAMBRIDGE, MA :: We crossed the Charles River and walked around Harvard Square and Harvard Yard, which was kind of neat. I think I was most excited to see the offices of Dewey...

Travel
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Hikers walk along a rocky mountain trail with a scenic view of a turquoise lake.
Two people walking a wooded trail dappled with golden sunlight.
Children in matching purple sports jerseys sit on a grassy field framed by tall evergreen trees under a clear blue sky.
A stunning glass sculpture of vibrant blue ice-like structures against a solid blue backdrop.
A person sits on a rusted armchair sculpture outside a building. The background features glass panels and pavement.
A detailed grand concrete sculpture of a bearded man emerges from the earth beneath stone archways.
Children playing a beanbag toss game on a sunny lawn with a trampoline visible on the left.
Two people crouching on a dark, rocky terrain, stacking stones into intricate spiral formations known as lethis.
A tabby cat sits on a wooden floor next to a window, looking outside with a purple toy nearby.
A majestic snow-capped mountain bathed in the golden light of sunset. The foreground features a silhouette of a dense pine forest.
A pair of bald eagles perched on a dead tree branch against a clear blue sky.
Toddler in colorful goggles plays in a bright yellow bubble pool outdoors.
A charming alleyway leading to Seasons Cafe in the Pacific Northwest offers beer, wine, and espresso.
An off-road vehicle rides over large sand dunes with a line of trees in the background. The sky is bright blue with wispy clouds.
Two children with balloons walking in front of a modern building with a distinctive angular glass structure.
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Two children in colorful clothing and protective helmets ride bicycles along a sunny paved path.
A visitor enjoys the Whillmore Express coaster at a magical theme park attraction.
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Two visitors enjoy a snowy day in the Pacific Northwest with sledding equipment.
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