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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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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 seagull perched on a branch with the sun behind it.
A seagull perched on a branch with the sun behind it.

Boston

October 18, 2006
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BOSTON, MA :: Kristie needed to be in Boston for an Association of Educational Therapists conference. I tagged along and added a few extra days to our trip to experience...

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...

Travel
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We’re Engaged!

October 13, 2006
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SEATTLE, WA :: It shouldn’t be a surprise to our family and friends, but Kristie and I are now officially betrothed! I surprised her with dinner at Palace Kitchen, where...

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A tabby cat sits beside a window, gazing outside with a purple ball nearby on the wooden floor.
A tabby cat sits beside a window, gazing outside with a purple ball nearby on the wooden floor.

Mance & Sage

October 11, 2006
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EDMONDS, WA :: The kittens are taking over our website! Kristie insisted we post more photos of them in our album, because they’re growing so fast. They’ve nearly...

Misc
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Overlooking a lush green landscape with distant islands from a rocky mountain peak.
Overlooking a lush green landscape with distant islands from a rocky mountain peak.

Maple Pass

October 5, 2006
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OKANOGAN NATIONAL FOREST, WA :: This hike was my first experience of the golden larch. The larch is a unique, deciduous conifer. Its needles turn bright yellow every Fall, and...

Hikes
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A bright red balloon floats above a glowing tent at night, with silhouettes of people underneath.
A bright red balloon floats above a glowing tent at night, with silhouettes of people underneath.

Cirque du Soleil: Delirium

October 4, 2006
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KEY ARENA, SEATTLE, WA :: The Cirque du Soleil was in town again to perform their best songs in a very entertaining and overwhelming multimedia concert. Musicians, singers,...

Shows
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A striking black-and-white silhouette of a statue featuring a horse and rider against a light sky background.
A striking black-and-white silhouette of a statue featuring a horse and rider against a light sky background.

Mexico City

September 12, 2006
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MEXICO CITY, MEXICO :: The company sent me and a coworker to Mexico City for a few days. It was a great trip! We successfully deployed a major account, the...

Travel
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Screenshot of the English Insurance Group website homepage featuring a family, a construction worker, and an agent. The page offers insurance quotes and information.
Screenshot of the English Insurance Group website homepage featuring a family, a construction worker, and an agent. The page offers insurance quotes and information.

EIG Website

September 9, 2006
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EDMONDS, WA :: Please excuse the shameless self-promotion, but today is a proud day! The website for Kristie’s insurance agency has finally launched, nearly a year after...

Projects
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John and Kristie smiling selfie at Cannon Beach with Haystack Rock in the background. Captured during a sunny day on the Oregon Coast.
John and Kristie smiling selfie at Cannon Beach with Haystack Rock in the background. Captured during a sunny day on the Oregon Coast.

Kitties

August 27, 2006
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EDMONDS, WA :: Kristie and I are the proud new parents of two cute kittens! They were adopted from the Everett Animal Shelter. The girl is five weeks old and...

Misc
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A stylish restaurant featuring modern design and ambient lighting.
A stylish restaurant featuring modern design and ambient lighting.

Morimoto

August 7, 2006
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PHILADELPHIA, PA :: I was in Philadelphia this week with a couple coworkers, and I fully intended to subsist on just Philly cheesesteaks in my attempt to find the best...

Travel
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A tabby cat peers curiously through lush green plants in the Pacific Northwest.
A tabby cat peers curiously through lush green plants in the Pacific Northwest.

Green Mountain

July 8, 2006
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MT. BAKER-SNOQUALMIE NATIONAL FOREST, WA :: Each time I’ve hiked Green Mountain, I’ve been impressed by how stunningly green it really is. A nearly overgrown section...

Hikes
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A dolphin gracefully leaps out of the deep blue ocean, creating a beautiful splash in the Pacific Northwest.
A dolphin gracefully leaps out of the deep blue ocean, creating a beautiful splash in the Pacific Northwest.

Anacapa

July 4, 2006
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CHANNEL ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK, CA :: Anacapa, the smallest of the Channel Islands, is located fourteen miles from the Californian coast. We boarded a catamaran at Ventura Harbor...

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A breathtaking view of rugged mountain peaks with a serene alpine lake nestled below.
Close-up of a gray horse mane with another horse in the meadow.
A woman and two toddlers enjoy picking pumpkins at a farm in the Pacific Northwest.
Visitors walk across a wooden bridge toward a traditional Japanese temple complex amidst lush green mountains and trees.
A festive evening street parade features an illuminated float in a snowy setting. Spectators line the street capturing photos of the vibrant event.
Vibrant aurora borealis glowing in the night sky above the Pacific Ocean.
A smiling family holds a slice of cake with a lit candle in their cozy living room, celebrating a special moment together.
Bright red rock peaks rise dramatically against a blue sky. Green trees and bushes dot the base of the rugged mountain slopes.
Vibrant rainbow LED lights arching over a path at night illuminating a stroller in green glow.
Travelers with rolling luggage crossing a wet European city square with historic architecture and bright street signs.
A visitor enjoys the Whillmore Express coaster at a magical theme park attraction.
A prominent volcano with a smoking peak rises above a dense green forest under a blue sky. Several white clouds are visible in the sky.
Hikers walking along a dirt path under a large red rock overhang with a sweeping view of layered canyons.
Two people wearing red helmets tubing down a calm river on bright yellow inner tubes.
A person paddles a yellow kayak down a serene river, followed by others in an orange kayak through a rich, green forest.
Three people watching a movie in a cozy living room with hand-drawn alphabet wall art.
A flowing river surrounded by lush green trees and a wooden bridge. The water appears smooth and silky from a long exposure technique.
A bright firework shoots up from a street in front of houses at dusk. Smoke fills the air around the celebration.
Two hikers pose beneath a massive natural rock arch on a sunny day.
Three people walking across a wooden plank bridge over a creek in a densely wooded area.
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