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A stunning mountain peak rises above a clear lake with gentle ripples. The natural beauty is enhanced by the vivid blue sky and scattered clouds.
A stunning mountain peak rises above a clear lake with gentle ripples. The natural beauty is enhanced by the vivid blue sky and scattered clouds.

Disney’s California Adventure

June 15, 2005
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SOUTHWEST VACATION DAY 5 :: ANAHEIM, CA :: The photo above shows us a split-second before falling 13 floors down an elevator shaft in the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror! That was...

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A smiling couple poses in front of Cinderella's Castle at a theme park. The iconic pink and blue castle stands majestically in the background.
A smiling couple poses in front of Cinderella's Castle at a theme park. The iconic pink and blue castle stands majestically in the background.

Disneyland

June 14, 2005
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SOUTHWEST VACATION DAY 4 :: ANAHEIM, CA :: The happiest place on earth? Perhaps, but I wish I had taken photos of all of the crying kids and their stressed out parents (actually,...

Travel
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Kristie smiling in front of a flamingo exhibit with tropical trees in the background.
Kristie smiling in front of a flamingo exhibit with tropical trees in the background.

Wild Animal Park

June 13, 2005
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SOUTHWEST VACATION DAY 3 :: ESCONDIDO, CA :: We had a choice between visiting the San Diego Zoo or the Wild Animal Park, and we were glad we decided on the latter. Most of the...

Travel
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A woman stands smiling beside a birthday cake with lit candles, as guests clap and celebrate around her in a warmly lit room with balloons and festive decorations.
A woman stands smiling beside a birthday cake with lit candles, as guests clap and celebrate around her in a warmly lit room with balloons and festive decorations.

Santa Monica / Malibu

June 13, 2005
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SOUTHWEST VACATION DAY 3 :: SANTA MONICA, CA :: I have many great memories of Santa Monica and Los Angeles. As architecture students many years ago, we spent a lot of time here...

Travel
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A lively street lined with trees and people enjoying their time sitting on benches and walking around.
A lively street lined with trees and people enjoying their time sitting on benches and walking around.

La Jolla

June 12, 2005
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SOUTHWEST VACATION DAY 2 :: LA JOLLA, CA :: After Sea World, we drove to nearby La Jolla. I wanted to explore the Salk Institute, but the gates were locked. We circled around the...

Travel
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A large whale sculpture is suspended from the ceiling in a museum hallway with blue lighting and informational displays around it.
A large whale sculpture is suspended from the ceiling in a museum hallway with blue lighting and informational displays around it.

Sea World

June 12, 2005
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SOUTHWEST VACATION DAY 2 :: SAN DIEGO, CA :: The second day of our vacation started with an early arrival at Sea World for a breakfast buffet with the orcas. The killer whales...

Travel
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A striking silhouette of a Joshua tree stands out against a bright blue sky. The branches reach upward in intricate patterns.
A striking silhouette of a Joshua tree stands out against a bright blue sky. The branches reach upward in intricate patterns.

Joshua Tree

June 11, 2005
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SOUTHWEST VACATION DAY 1 :: JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, CA :: To kick off the summer, Kristie and I ventured south for an eight day vacation in the Southwest. We flew from Seattle...

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An open mailer bag revealing a white photobook and a mailing envelope on a dark surface.

Free PSP

June 2, 2005
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: Hey, guess what appeared on my doorstep today! A free Playstation Portable from Gratis! Well, it wasn’t exactly free. As with my free iPod, I decided...

Projects
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A serene lake framed by dense evergreen trees, with mist rising from the surrounding hills under a cloudy sky.
A serene lake framed by dense evergreen trees, with mist rising from the surrounding hills under a cloudy sky.

Rachel Lake

May 30, 2005
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MT. BAKER-SNOQUALMIE NATIONAL FOREST, WA :: I joined Jake and Jayson today for a hike up to Rachel Lake. We were expecting cool temperatures and overcast skies, but when we...

Hikes
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A smiling couple, John and Kristie, sitting closely together in a warm, wooden interior, likely a restaurant or cafe.
A smiling couple, John and Kristie, sitting closely together in a warm, wooden interior, likely a restaurant or cafe.

The Crystal Method

May 28, 2005
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SEATTLE, WA :: Kristie and I don’t visit the dance clubs too often anymore, but we figure its good to drop into one every once in a while to see if we’re missing out...

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Kristie happily enjoys a scoop of colorful Italian ice near a bustling fountain surrounded by people in a vibrant park.
Kristie happily enjoys a scoop of colorful Italian ice near a bustling fountain surrounded by people in a vibrant park.

Mt. Teneriffe & Mt. Si Loop

May 27, 2005
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NORTH BEND, WA :: A few days before Memorial Day weekend, Seattle experienced a record-breaking heat wave with temperatures reaching 90 degrees. My mom called to brag about her...

Hikes
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A modern restaurant illuminated with ambient purple lighting and candlelit tables, featuring sleek white booths and curved walls with warm orange accents.
A modern restaurant illuminated with ambient purple lighting and candlelit tables, featuring sleek white booths and curved walls with warm orange accents.

Umtanum Canyon

April 30, 2005
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UMTANUM CREEK RECREATION AREA, YAKIMA, WA :: This weekend I joined Jake, Jayson and Jessica for our first backpacking trip of the year. We hiked deep into Umtanum Canyon, hoping...

Hikes
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A male singer passionately performing on stage with a drummer in the background, surrounded by an enthusiastic crowd raising their hands.
A male singer passionately performing on stage with a drummer in the background, surrounded by an enthusiastic crowd raising their hands.

U2

April 24, 2005
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KEY ARENA, SEATTLE, WA :: It was a wonderful night at Key Arena! By far, this was the best U2 concert of the three I’ve seen, and it was the first for Kristie and my sister....

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A woman smiles in front of colorful tulip fields. The scene includes vibrant yellow and orange tulips with farm buildings in the background.
A woman smiles in front of colorful tulip fields. The scene includes vibrant yellow and orange tulips with farm buildings in the background.

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

April 9, 2005
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LA CONNER, WA :: This morning we took a short trip to Skagit Valley to see the tulips. As we wandered from one field of color to the next, the fast moving clouds occasionally...

Events
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An airplane wing soars above a sea of clouds during the golden hour.
An airplane wing soars above a sea of clouds during the golden hour.

XBOX Mod

April 5, 2005
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: It’s possible to turn the XBOX into an impressive media center PC with a simple hardware modification to bypass the system’s restrictive BIOS....

Projects
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A rocky mountain summit with patches of snow, surrounded by evergreen trees under a clear blue sky.
A rocky mountain summit with patches of snow, surrounded by evergreen trees under a clear blue sky.

Granite Mountain

March 13, 2005
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MT. BAKER-SNOQUALMIE NATIONAL FOREST, WA :: I hiked up Granite Mountain on Sunday and had an enjoyable time. It’s less than an hour from Seattle and couldn’t be any...

Hikes
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A woman stands smiling next to a pink Care Bear mascot at an indoor event. They are captured in a cheerful moment together.
A woman stands smiling next to a pink Care Bear mascot at an indoor event. They are captured in a cheerful moment together.

Cheer Bear

March 12, 2005
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SEATTLE, WA :: Today was a happy day for Kristie! She met a real, live Care Bear! She agreed to let me post a picture to the website, but she wanted me to make it clear that it...

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Close-up view of soft pink flowers with visible stamens and a gentle background blur enhancing their beauty.
Close-up view of soft pink flowers with visible stamens and a gentle background blur enhancing their beauty.

Cherry Blossoms

March 6, 2005
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: Just sharing a few pictures of the cherry tree in our yard, which seems to be blooming early this year. It was 61 degrees and sunny in Seattle today, with...

Misc
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A bald eagle perched on a branch in a wooded area.
A bald eagle perched on a branch in a wooded area.

Mt. Baker Cabin

January 22, 2005
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GLACIER, WA :: Kristie and I spent the weekend with friends in a cabin near Mt. Baker. The original plan included snowshoeing in the mountains, but that required snow –...

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A dynamic scene with a violinist and percussionist on a circular stage, set against a dark background, captivating a live audience.
A dynamic scene with a violinist and percussionist on a circular stage, set against a dark background, captivating a live audience.

Lime Kiln Trail

January 15, 2005
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GRANITE FALLS, WA :: The threat of avalanches kept me away from the mountains this weekend. I decided instead to explore the new Lime Kiln Trail in Robe Canyon. Overall,...

Hikes
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A close-up view of an iPod screen playing a podcast titled 'How to Get A Free iPod' from johnandkristie.com, highlighting the blog’s early tech and travel themes.
A close-up view of an iPod screen playing a podcast titled 'How to Get A Free iPod' from johnandkristie.com, highlighting the blog’s early tech and travel themes.

Free iPod (and Shirt)

January 4, 2005
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: A shiny, new iPod arrived at our door today. I received it for free from Gratis at www.freeipods.com! If you’re wondering how it works and would like...

Projects
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Close-up of a handmade vase featuring a dragonfly mosaic. The design uses broken blue ceramic tiles and a smooth amber glass stone for the eye.
Close-up of a handmade vase featuring a dragonfly mosaic. The design uses broken blue ceramic tiles and a smooth amber glass stone for the eye.

Dragonfly Mosaic

January 3, 2005
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: Over the holiday break, Kristie crafted a glass mosaic, transforming an ordinary clay pot into a sparkling piece of art. This was her first time working...

Projects
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Kristie is standing next to a person wearing a full-body pink Care Bear costume. She is smiling for the camera while the character waves hello in a large retail store.
Kristie is standing next to a person wearing a full-body pink Care Bear costume. She is smiling for the camera while the character waves hello in a large retail store.

The Lion King

December 31, 2004
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PARAMOUNT THEATER, SEATTLE, WA :: To celebrate the new year, Kristie forced me to dress up. Apart from that hassle, it was a very enjoyable and memorable night. We started with...

Shows
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A group of birds sitting on rocks with mountains and clouds in the background. The birds appear to be resting or observing their surroundings.
A group of birds sitting on rocks with mountains and clouds in the background. The birds appear to be resting or observing their surroundings.

Mt. Si

December 27, 2004
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NORTH BEND, WA :: Among the holiday indulgences, the edible and drinkable kind are the most regretable. All of the smoked ham, cheese, wine, chocolates, cookies, nuts and other...

Hikes
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A group of people snowshoe through a snowy landscape in the Pacific Northwest, surrounded by snow-covered trees under an overcast sky.
A group of people snowshoe through a snowy landscape in the Pacific Northwest, surrounded by snow-covered trees under an overcast sky.

Christmas

December 25, 2004
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: For a few years, Kristie and I used a dinky Christmas tree that we placed on top of the fireplace mantel. It was barely a foot tall, and the regular-sized...

Events
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A sunny day at a resort with a pool and palm trees overlooking the ocean.
Two individuals in matching pink shirts walking on a rocky shoreline near stone cairns.
An illuminated tree and sign spelling out Green Fairy Garden at night.
A silver SUV parked on a grassy roadside near a wooden fence with passengers looking out at the scenic landscape under a partly cloudy sky. The open terrain and vast skies highlight the beauty of rural travel.
A silver SUV with a rooftop light bar parked on a forest road surrounded by golden and green autumn trees.
An airplane wing soars above a sea of clouds during the golden hour.
A person relaxing in a chair before a bookshelf at an office desk.
Two people sit inside a blue Trabant with U2 branding, lit by blue lights.
Children playing on a colorful balance disc under a wooden pergola in a sunny park. Close-up shots show trees, pathways, and the playground equipment.
Two young children styling someone's long brown hair filled with colorful decorative bows. A bathroom setting with hair accessories arranged in the background.
A serene meadow filled with white spire-shaped wildflowers against a bright blue sky dotted with fluffy clouds. Tall evergreen trees frame the landscape.
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Majestic red rock cliffs rise against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.
A family enjoys reading and working with tablets on a train. The interior features red seats and a view of green fields outside.
A flowing river surrounded by lush green trees and a wooden bridge. The water appears smooth and silky from a long exposure technique.
A woman and two girls standing together on a wooden dock in the Pacific Northwest. Lush mountains and a serene lake provide a beautiful scenic backdrop.
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Two children with balloons walking in front of a modern building with a distinctive angular glass structure.
Old-fashioned bicycle leaning against a textured yellow wall with green windows and red shutters.
Exterior view of a modern home with covered porches, gravel landscaping, and sidewalk. A person in red holding a child stands on the porch next to picnic tables.
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