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Two girls in red Santa-themed dresses and hats stand in front of a decorated Christmas tree.
Two girls in red Santa-themed dresses and hats stand in front of a decorated Christmas tree.

Christmas Cuties

December 16, 2018
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ALDERWOOD MALL, LYNNWOOD, WA :: A few fun photos at the house and mall before visiting with Santa. ✖ Excited Discovery of Holiday Toys Holiday Cheer by the Tree Heartwarming...

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Children dancing on a colorful LED dance floor inside a bubble dome.
Children dancing on a colorful LED dance floor inside a bubble dome.

Aurora Winter Festival

December 2, 2018
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AURORA WINTER FESTIVAL, VANCOUVER, CANADA :: We stayed the weekend in Vancouver BC to kick off the holidays. First stop was the Aurora Winter Festival, where we danced with ice...

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A woman and two girls pose together on a sandy Pacific Northwest beach with coastal rocks and a cloudy sky in the background. They are wearing colorful winter jackets and smiling.
A woman and two girls pose together on a sandy Pacific Northwest beach with coastal rocks and a cloudy sky in the background. They are wearing colorful winter jackets and smiling.

Cannon Beach Thanksgiving

November 25, 2018
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CANNON BEACH, OR :: A Thanksgiving getaway to Cannon Beach where we enjoyed the beach between storms, playing board games, chasing bunnies, Black Friday shopping the artsy shops,...

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Halloween porch decorated with lit jack-o-lanterns, an '800' sign, and a starry moon overlay. Two children holding collection buckets pose with an adult under a glowing purple light.
Halloween porch decorated with lit jack-o-lanterns, an '800' sign, and a starry moon overlay. Two children holding collection buckets pose with an adult under a glowing purple light.

Happy Halloween

October 31, 2018
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: The kids had fun partying and trick-or-treating tonight, Hogwarts style! ✖ Spooky Halloween Porch Decorations...

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A selfie of two smiling people in jackets and a cap, with autumn-colored trees and a railing in the background.
A selfie of two smiling people in jackets and a cap, with autumn-colored trees and a railing in the background.

17th Anniversary

October 21, 2018
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TACOMA, WA :: Dropped off the kids at the grandparents and enjoyed a weekend in Tacoma with Kristie to celebrate our 17th anniversary! A good time was had with flaming...

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A family gathers around a birthday cake with candles. A woman and two girls smile together inside a home.
A family gathers around a birthday cake with candles. A woman and two girls smile together inside a home.

Happy Birthday, Kristie

October 17, 2018
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: A few shots from last night's celebration. I live to see these three smile! ✖ Happy Birthday Surprise in the Family Room Happy Birthday Mommy...

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A family poses for a photo at a Harry Potter themed birthday party with festive decorations and magical props.
A family poses for a photo at a Harry Potter themed birthday party with festive decorations and magical props.

Birthday at Hogwarts

September 23, 2018
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: We converted the house to Hogwarts over the weekend so that our little Ginny (Lauren) and Hermione (Miranda) could celebrate their 8th birthday with...

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Two children posing in front of a colorful handcrafted mosaic art piece featuring a sun and celestial swirls.
Two children posing in front of a colorful handcrafted mosaic art piece featuring a sun and celestial swirls.

2nd Grade

September 5, 2018
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CANYON CREEK ELEMENTARY, BOTHELL, WA :: Second grade arrived with colorful backpacks, fresh school supplies, and the annual front-door portrait before the first bell. ✖ Children...

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Three people sitting in colorful camping chairs around a campfire in a lush green forest.
Three people sitting in colorful camping chairs around a campfire in a lush green forest.

Mt. Rainier Camping

August 7, 2018
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MOUNT RAINIER NATIONAL PARK, WA :: We enjoyed three days in the great outdoors with cousin Shielle, Susan, and Shain! We camped at Cougar Rock Campground, hiked to Comet Falls,...

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Glowing cube-shaped lanterns float on the water during an evening festival.
Glowing cube-shaped lanterns float on the water during an evening festival.

Water Lantern Festival

July 15, 2018
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EVERETT, WA :: A peaceful, inspiring, and beautiful evening along the water with the glowing sunset and floating lanterns. ✖ Sunset by the Water Hand-drawn Christmas Card Light...

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A family gathers around a wooden picnic table for a casual outdoor meal. Green foliage and a well-kept lawn surround the patio setting.
A family gathers around a wooden picnic table for a casual outdoor meal. Green foliage and a well-kept lawn surround the patio setting.

A Family Fourth

July 5, 2018
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: It's been a busy year, so we decided to skip the parades, traffic, and crowds this year to focus on family, and enjoy a cozy...

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Two kids sliding down a light pink playground slide
Two kids sliding down a light pink playground slide

Fremont Solstice Parade & Street Fair

June 16, 2018
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: A fun kick-off to summer!! ✖ Family Fun at the Fremont Fair Photo Frame Vibrant Street Parade Performance Wind-Powered Vehicle in Local Parade Bronze...

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A family enjoys a creative activity together in a cozy living room, surrounded by vibrant flowers and warm lighting.
A family enjoys a creative activity together in a cozy living room, surrounded by vibrant flowers and warm lighting.

Mother’s Day

May 13, 2018
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: I can't imagine a better mommy for our lucky kids! ✖ Family Time in the Living Room Family moment together A warm family hug on...

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Spring STEAM Fair

April 26, 2018
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CANYON CREEK ELEMENTARY, BOTHELL, WA :: The kids had fun participating in their first science fair! Miranda demonstrated robots and programming with Frankie the Cat, and Lauren...

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Two children wearing colorful bunny ears and costumes, sitting on a wooden bench in a sunny backyard.
Two children wearing colorful bunny ears and costumes, sitting on a wooden bench in a sunny backyard.

Easter 2018

April 1, 2018
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: Easter morning brought baskets at the door, an outdoor egg hunt, and more than a few pieces of candy sampled along the way. ✖ Easter...

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Children gather around a table in a classroom setting, excitedly opening colorful gift bags with Disney characters.
Children gather around a table in a classroom setting, excitedly opening colorful gift bags with Disney characters.

Happy Birthday, Emerson

March 21, 2018
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REDMOND, WA :: Emerson’s birthday filled the room with friends, presents, cake, and the happy chaos that only a kids’ party can produce. ✖ Fun Birthday Party with Kids...

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Children wearing glow sticks at night during an evening event. adults and youth enjoy glow-in-the-dark activities under lights.
Children wearing glow sticks at night during an evening event. adults and youth enjoy glow-in-the-dark activities under lights.

Glow Dance

January 20, 2018
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CANYON CREEK ELEMENTARY, BOTHELL, WA :: First school dance for the kids! ✖ Child Enjoying Colorful Glow in the Dark Festival Kids Explore Distinguished Glow-in-the-Dark Activity...

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A charming LEGO Christmas train ride with a cozy snowy village and decorated trees.
A charming LEGO Christmas train ride with a cozy snowy village and decorated trees.

Christmas 2017

December 26, 2017
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: Christmas stretched happily across two days of cooking, gifts, games, and time together around the tree. ✖ Kids Opening Christmas Gifts in Pajamas...

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A plate of gingerbread cookies and peppermints sits beside a glass of eggnog in front of a lit Christmas tree.
A plate of gingerbread cookies and peppermints sits beside a glass of eggnog in front of a lit Christmas tree.

White Christmas

December 25, 2017
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: We enjoyed a wonderful Christmas Eve with our parents, siblings, and niece. Looking forward to seeing what Santa brought and playing in the snow...

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Three individuals enjoy wrapping colorful gifts together on a black leather couch, sharing smiles and laughter in a cozy home setting. The vibrant floral wrapping paper adds a festive touch to the heartwarming scene.
Three individuals enjoy wrapping colorful gifts together on a black leather couch, sharing smiles and laughter in a cozy home setting. The vibrant floral wrapping paper adds a festive touch to the heartwarming scene.

Happy Birthday, Kristie

October 16, 2017
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: Happy, Happy Birthday to the one who always gives us so much happiness and love! We love you, so very much! ✖ Family Reading Time...

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Two children smiling and playing in a large pile of hay bales at an autumn farm, enjoying the outdoors.
Two children smiling and playing in a large pile of hay bales at an autumn farm, enjoying the outdoors.

Fall Harvest Pumpkin Festival

October 8, 2017
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REMLINGER FARMS, CARNATION, WA :: We revisited Remlinger Farms for ponies, roller coasters, hay mazes, slides, pedal cars, and pumpkins – oh my! ✖ Gentle horse and rider in...

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A group of children holding cupcakes with lit green candles at a party.
A group of children holding cupcakes with lit green candles at a party.

Minecraft Birthday Party

September 21, 2017
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: Lauren & Miranda celebrated their 7th birthday with their best friends and a Minecraft theme! ✖ Family Fun With Bean Bags Kids Hitting...

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Two smiling children wearing backpacks, holding hands on a driveway in front of a house.
Two smiling children wearing backpacks, holding hands on a driveway in front of a house.

Happy 7th Birthday

September 20, 2017
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: Happy 7th Birthday to my sweet, joyful, and wonderful kids! I cannot express how impossibly proud and happy you make me to be your dad....

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A mountie mounted on a horse in a red uniform.
A mountie mounted on a horse in a red uniform.

RCMP Musical Ride

September 18, 2017
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BANFF, CANADA :: Lucky us, we happened to be in Banff the same weekend as the Mounties, who were touring all of Canada for its 150th birthday. We watched a...

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First Day of First Grade

September 6, 2017
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CANYON CREEK ELEMENTARY, BOTHELL, WA :: First grade started with new backpacks, big smiles, and a classroom that suddenly made kindergarten feel very far away. ✖ New First Day...

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Diverse group of children performing in a choir formation with warm lighting.
Three travelers in winter coats stand smiling on the deck of a white and green ferry against a cloudy sky. A child holds a camera while the family enjoys their boat trip to explore the waterways.
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A panoramic view of an ancient stone castle surrounded by vibrant flower fields.
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A tabby cat with striking green eyes peers through vibrant lush foliage in a serene outdoor setting.
A green Toyota 4Runner SUV is parked on a sunny day with lush green trees in the background.
A charming single-story home in the Pacific Northwest, featuring a well-maintained green lawn, surrounded by tall trees and a clear blue sky.
Visitors walk across a wooden bridge toward a traditional Japanese temple complex amidst lush green mountains and trees.
A company booth at an outdoor market features English Insurance Group and Bay Fair Fitness banners. Several people are gathered at the table under a white canopy tent.
A family enjoying a day in the ocean, captured on a beautiful sunny day.
A series of photos capturing the total solar eclipse, showcasing the moon covering the sun and the corona's glow.
A breathtaking view of a towering rock formation under a clear sky.
Children enjoying a meal outside, featuring sliders, tater tots, and sweet tea in a garden setting. A close-up view of a plate with lunch items on a table.
The famous Bellagio fountains dancing in front of the illuminated hotel at night.
Panoramic view of Snoqualmie Falls and the surrounding rock gorge with a viewing platform.
A person sits on a rusted armchair sculpture outside a building. The background features glass panels and pavement.
A silver SUV with passengers parked closely beside a very large tree on a forest road, showing the massive scale of the trunk against a dense green forest.
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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