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Eight individuals, including one wearing a Santa hat, gathered closely and smiling at the camera.
Eight individuals, including one wearing a Santa hat, gathered closely and smiling at the camera.

Lanai Dolphin Watch

September 7, 2007
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MAUI VACATION DAY 2 :: LANAI ISLAND, HI :: During our Trilogy trip, we hopped onboard a high speed raft to look for dolphins along Lānaʻi’s kona (southern) coast. The...

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A bald eagle rests on a moss-covered branch in a dense forest. The bird’s white head contrasts with its dark brown body, surrounded by bare branches.
A bald eagle rests on a moss-covered branch in a dense forest. The bird’s white head contrasts with its dark brown body, surrounded by bare branches.

The Whaler on Kaanapali

September 6, 2007
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MAUI VACATION DAY 1 :: KAANAPALI, HI :: Kristie and I have been looking forward to this much deserved vacation – six incredible days on Maui to forget about work,...

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City skyline at dusk with a bridge and lights reflecting on water.
City skyline at dusk with a bridge and lights reflecting on water.

Vancouver, B.C.

July 21, 2007
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VANCOUVER, B.C.:: This weekend we visited Vancouver for a relaxing, fun and romantic getaway. My company was sending me to Sydney for a week, so we wanted to make the...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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,...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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 plate of Halloween-themed sugar cookies decorated with orange and black icing. The cookies are shaped like bats, ghosts, and pumpkins.
A plate of Halloween-themed sugar cookies decorated with orange and black icing. The cookies are shaped like bats, ghosts, and pumpkins.

San Diego Zoo

July 3, 2006
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SAN DIEGO ZOO, SAN DIEGO, CA :: We missed the off-ramp exit for the San Diego Zoo and drove within a mile and of half of the Mexican border. A...

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A vibrant street scene with people walking and sitting on benches under lush trees.
A vibrant street scene with people walking and sitting on benches under lush trees.

Third Street Promenade

July 2, 2006
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SANTA MONICA, CA :: Kristie and I strolled through Santa Monica’s Third Street Promenade a couple times during our week in California. It’s a pedestrian-only avenue...

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A giant whale skeleton floats dramatically over a museum hall filled with visitors. The space is lit with blue light and features glass ceilings and multiple exhibition displays.
A giant whale skeleton floats dramatically over a museum hall filled with visitors. The space is lit with blue light and features glass ceilings and multiple exhibition displays.

The Getty Center

July 2, 2006
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LOS ANGELES, CA :: Today we enjoyed an exploration of The Getty Center, a billion dollar museum designed by Richard Meier. The white monuments are a modernist version of the...

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A modern, tiered monument topped with a flag, featuring smooth, rounded surfaces and set against a blue sky. This architectural piece appears contemporary and serene.
A modern, tiered monument topped with a flag, featuring smooth, rounded surfaces and set against a blue sky. This architectural piece appears contemporary and serene.

Mt. Baldy

July 1, 2006
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ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST, CA :: There are two ways to reach the 10,064′ summit of Mt. Baldy. You can suffer over a long 13.6 mile loop that climbs 3500′ in...

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A panoramic view of jagged mountain peaks and lush forests under a clear blue sky.
A panoramic view of jagged mountain peaks and lush forests under a clear blue sky.

Devil’s Chair

June 30, 2006
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DEVIL’S PUNCHBOWL NATURE CENTER, CA :: The Devil’s Punchbowl is a curious area of geology, consisting of large slabs of rock that seemed to have toppled over each...

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A sweeping view of a desert landscape with sparse vegetation and distant mountains under a blue sky with scattered clouds.
A sweeping view of a desert landscape with sparse vegetation and distant mountains under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

Ryan Mountain

June 29, 2006
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JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, CA :: After my hike in Ladder Canyon, I drove through the south entrance of nearby Joshua Tree National Park. Honestly, there’s not much to see...

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A wooden ladder leads into a narrow cave opening carved into reddish-brown rock walls.
A wooden ladder leads into a narrow cave opening carved into reddish-brown rock walls.

Ladder Canyon

June 29, 2006
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MECCA HILLS WILDERNESS, MECCA, CA :: As Kristie attended a conference for education consultants at Claremont McKenna College, I was enjoying several hikes in the Southern...

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Hikers with backpacks navigate a narrow trail through lush evergreen trees and melting snowfields under a vast blue sky.
Children ride bicycles on a sunny day along a coastal path near Santa Monica beach, surrounded by palm trees and pedestrians.
Actors performing with swords and shields on a blue-lit stage.
A group of engaged children looking up at colorful balloons against a lush green 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.
Volleyball serve practice at the gymnasium
Row of colorful, egg-shaped characters on a wooden table.
A red fox holding grass in its mouth, standing in a field of dry vegetation.
A surrealistic view of a curved interior space with arched windows and sunlight streaming in, creating patterns on the textured floor.
A lovely house with a green lawn and tall trees, nestled in the Pacific Northwest. Perfectly capturing the serene lifestyle of John and Kristie.
A scenic mountain overlook with two benches under a vast, partly cloudy sky.
A person smiles while riding a mechanical bull at an indoor trampoline park surrounded by safety netting.
A bald eagle rests on a moss-covered branch in a dense forest. The bird’s white head contrasts with its dark brown body, surrounded by bare branches.
Volleyball serve practice at the gymnasium
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A spotted leopard relaxes on a log in a natural enclosure. The animal's intricate markings are highlighted by natural light and surrounding foliage.
A family enjoys walking on a sandy coastal path near Cannon Beach in Oregon. In the background, Haystack Rock is visible through a misty Pacific Northwest landscape.
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Friends and family enjoy a shared moment in the stands of a large outdoor stadium during a game.
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