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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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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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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...

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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,...

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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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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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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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....

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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...

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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...

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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...

Events
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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...

Travel
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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...

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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 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...

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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,...

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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 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...

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Two girls in colorful jackets sit at an outdoor dining table with drinks and snacks, surrounded by a stone pillar and shopping carts. The setting looks like a café or shop in the Pacific Northwest.
A Sharp-shinned Hawk calls out from a perch on a mossy branch in a lush, green forest setting.
A plate of Halloween-themed sugar cookies decorated with orange and black icing. The cookies are shaped like bats, ghosts, and pumpkins.
A sunlit photo of a custom pool table on a covered deck featuring a Big Horns Bluebell logo, with billiard balls and a cue resting on the felt.
A breathtaking view of rugged coastal islands surrounded by vast blue waters, with lush green forests below under a partly cloudy sky.
Stunning red rock formations contrast with lush green vegetation under a bright blue sky.
A group of kids playing in a hot tub with a water cannon and toys on the edge.
Two children wearing life jackets sit at the bow of a boat gliding over calm water with distant hills in the background.
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A group of musicians playing instruments on stage in a cozy, low-lit bar with an attentive audience.
Three people walking across a wooden plank bridge over a creek in a densely wooded area.
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.
Cozy Living Room with Rustic Stone Fireplace
Two photos of a rustic cherry pie in a cardboard box lined with red checkered paper, featuring a golden crust with a decorative cut-in design.
A person in a dynamic bowling stance at a crowded bowling alley with a red ball in hand.
Three children wearing orange aprons holding wooden boards at Home Depot. Another child wearing an apron is shown smiling with a close-up of the apron's 20th anniversary design.
Canoes on a mountain lake reflect rocky peaks, evergreen lakeside, and colorful canoes.
Two people in vibrant costumes riding bicycles on a public street. Spectators line the road, watching the parade 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.
Three smiling people in a close-up selfie taken indoors. A man and two girls display happy expressions.
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