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Four people posing in front of Spanish architecture with a decorative arched doorway and greenery.
Four people posing in front of Spanish architecture with a decorative arched doorway and greenery.

Bakersfield National Cemetery

August 10, 2025
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BAKERSFIELD NATIONAL CEMETERY, ARVIN, CA :: Today we laughed and reminisced with Grandma Carol, sharing lunch and stories along with a couple games of Clue. Then we visited...

Tyrannosaurus rex and triceratops skeletons displayed inside a grand museum building with classical architecture and a high domed ceiling.
Tyrannosaurus rex and triceratops skeletons displayed inside a grand museum building with classical architecture and a high domed ceiling.

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

August 9, 2025
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NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY, LOS ANGELES, CA :: Charlie’s love for birds runs deep… all the way back to the dinosaurs! So we had to kick off...

A red barn-style building with a green roof, featuring flower baskets and a group of visitors, set against a backdrop of rolling hills under a blue sky.
A red barn-style building with a green roof, featuring flower baskets and a group of visitors, set against a backdrop of rolling hills under a blue sky.

Blueberry Hills

July 17, 2025
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BLUEBERRY HILLS, MANSON, WA :: Big family breakfast at Blueberry Hills – and it did not disappoint! Known for their hearty, homemade food in a cozy homestead, this Lake...

Two people relaxing in black hanging patio chairs on a wooden deck surrounded by well-maintained urban homes.
Two people relaxing in black hanging patio chairs on a wooden deck surrounded by well-maintained urban homes.

Summer in Chelan

July 13, 2025
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BIGHORN & BLUEBELL, CHELAN, WA :: Kicked off summer with a few days in Chelan. Sunshine, games, relaxing, catching up, and s’mores with sunsets. Grateful for the time...

Two people float on a colorful inflatable raft on a calm blue lake, wearing life jackets and enjoying a sunny day on the water.
Two people float on a colorful inflatable raft on a calm blue lake, wearing life jackets and enjoying a sunny day on the water.

Boating Lake Chelan

July 13, 2025
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CHELAN LOOKOUT, CHELAN, WA :: Summertime fun with the fam on Lake Chelan! The weather and water were perfect for a day of boating and tubing! ✖ play_circle_filled Water Tuber...

A family sits on a wooden bench in front of the West Virginia State Capitol building with state flags and a seal displayed on the wall.
A family sits on a wooden bench in front of the West Virginia State Capitol building with state flags and a seal displayed on the wall.

Roche Harbor

April 27, 2025
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ROCHE HARBOR, WA :: Roche Harbor ✖ Playing Bocce On A Gravel Court Family Visit at the State Capitol Historic Downtown Plaza and Architecture Historic Lodge and Formal Gardens...

A group of alpacas grazing in a lush green meadow. Some brown and white alpacas are standing and eating grass in a rural setting.
A group of alpacas grazing in a lush green meadow. Some brown and white alpacas are standing and eating grass in a rural setting.

Krystal Acres Alpaca Farm

April 26, 2025
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KRYSTAL ACRES ALPACA FARM, FRIDAY HARBOR, WA :: A beautiful day for visiting alpacas at Krystal Acres and tossing a frisbee next to the ocean at San Juan County Park!...

A happy dog weaving through the tall grass on a sunny day
A happy dog weaving through the tall grass on a sunny day

San Juan Safari

April 21, 2025
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SAN JUAN ISLAND, FRIDAY HARBOR, WA :: San Juan Safari! 🦊We didn’t see as many foxes as we have in years past. We hope they’re doing okay! Most of the...

A person wearing a white bunny hat taking a photo near a white lighthouse on rocky coast. The lighthouse has a red roof and is surrounded by water and hills.
A person wearing a white bunny hat taking a photo near a white lighthouse on rocky coast. The lighthouse has a red roof and is surrounded by water and hills.

Lime Kiln Lighthouse

April 20, 2025
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LIME KILN POINT STATE PARK, FRIDAY HARBOR, WA :: Lime Kiln Lighthouse ✖ Photographing Nature on a Granite Boulder Resting On Natural Wooden Bench In Forest Crimson Bark Texture...

People are enjoying their time on a wooden deck, sharing a moment together.
People are enjoying their time on a wooden deck, sharing a moment together.

Happy Easter

April 20, 2025
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FRIDAY HARBOR, SAN JUAN ISLAND, WA :: Happy Easter! ✖ Forest Foraging Adventure with Basket Porch Fun with Plush Toys on a Wood Deck Enjoying Time on the Wood Deck...

Travelers board a white and green ferry against a backdrop of coastal hills and California skies.
Travelers board a white and green ferry against a backdrop of coastal hills and California skies.

San Juan Island Spring Break

April 20, 2025
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FRIDAY HARBOR, SAN JUAN ISLAND, WA :: San Juan Island, our favorite Spring Break destination! ✖ Browsing a Local Craft Fair in the Pacific Northwest Pacific Northwest Seaplane on...

A panoramic view of the Temple of the Sun at Machu Picchu, featuring stone ruins on a grassy hillside. Visitors walk along steps under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.
A panoramic view of the Temple of the Sun at Machu Picchu, featuring stone ruins on a grassy hillside. Visitors walk along steps under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

Xunantunich Mayan Ruins

January 19, 2025
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XUNANTUNICH MAYAN RUINS, SAN IGNACIO, BELIZE :: Today we took our trusty 4Runner within a mile of the Guatemalan border to explore the ancient Mayan city of Xunantunich, believed...

A person walks away down a green jungle path holding a large neon green ring.
A person walks away down a green jungle path holding a large neon green ring.

Tubing the Macal River

January 16, 2025
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BLACK ROCK LODGE, SAN IGNACIO, BELIZE :: Tubing the Macal River! A 45 minute hike up the river and then a 15 minute float back over some mild rapids and...

A close-up of a vividly red bird perched on a leafy branch, surrounded by lush green foliage.
A close-up of a vividly red bird perched on a leafy branch, surrounded by lush green foliage.

Belize Birds

January 13, 2025
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BLACK ROCK LODGE, BELIZE :: The vibrant birds (along with a few other creatures) we spotted in Belize! ✖ Bird perched on rock near rushing water Vibrant Red Bird on...

A group of hikers walks along a dirt path through a lush forest, taking in the greenery.
A group of hikers walks along a dirt path through a lush forest, taking in the greenery.

Birding at Black Rock Lodge

January 13, 2025
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BLACK ROCK LODGE, SAN IGNACIO, BELIZE :: Black Rock Lodge is the #1 birding hotspot in Belize, according to eBird and The Cornell Lab of Ornithology. We did a couple...

A stone path winds through a lush, green tropical garden toward a traditional thatched-roof building. Visitors stroll along the walkway amidst dense foliage and palm trees.
A stone path winds through a lush, green tropical garden toward a traditional thatched-roof building. Visitors stroll along the walkway amidst dense foliage and palm trees.

Black Rock Lodge

January 11, 2025
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BLACK ROCK LODGE, SAN IGNACIO, BELIZE :: Black Rock Lodge was our base in the Cayo District. We love immersing ourselves in the lush jungle, especially within the sounds of...

A happy family enjoys a train ride together, seated comfortably in the passenger car, looking forward to their next adventure.
A happy family enjoys a train ride together, seated comfortably in the passenger car, looking forward to their next adventure.

Di Bruwry

January 10, 2025
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DI BRUWRY, BELIZE CITY, BELIZE :: We hopped over to the mainland to continue the second half of our vacation in Belize. After landing, we stopped at the Belikin Brewery...

A family stands next to a yellow and black utility vehicle at a gas station on a rainy day.
A family stands next to a yellow and black utility vehicle at a gas station on a rainy day.

Flooding in San Pedro

January 2, 2025
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SAN PEDRO, BELIZE :: Not every day in paradise is sunny, but we tried to make the most of it! With rain jackets on, we set off for an ‘adventure,’...

A group enjoying a sunny day on a boat cruise by the water. Tropical buildings and a bright, cloudy sky frame the scene.
A group enjoying a sunny day on a boat cruise by the water. Tropical buildings and a bright, cloudy sky frame the scene.

Ambergris Caye Parasailing

January 1, 2025
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BELIZE PARASAIL PLUS, SAN PEDRO, BELIZE :: Parasailing over Ambergris Caye on a stunning day! Soaring like a bird high above the colorful seascape was incredible – so...

A group enjoys an outdoor meal on a terrace overlooking lush greenery during a vibrant sunset.
A group enjoys an outdoor meal on a terrace overlooking lush greenery during a vibrant sunset.

New Year’s Eve in Belize

December 31, 2024
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RAIN RESTAURANT & ROOFTOP TERRACE, SAN PEDRO, BELIZE :: Our final dinner of 2024 was celebrated at Rain, a rooftop restaurant overlooking the island, just steps from our...

A family enjoys a beachside Christmas photo op in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, surrounded by festive inflatable holiday decorations under palm trees.
A family enjoys a beachside Christmas photo op in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, surrounded by festive inflatable holiday decorations under palm trees.

Secret Beach, Belize

December 31, 2024
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SECRET BEACH, AMBERGRIS CAYE, BELIZE :: Our favorite beach in Belize is Secret Beach, which is anything but secret! We bounced around at the new aqua park and enjoyed swimming...

A family poses in front of a colorful San Pedro sign on a sandy beach. Palm trees frame the photo under a clear blue sky.
A family poses in front of a colorful San Pedro sign on a sandy beach. Palm trees frame the photo under a clear blue sky.

San Pedro, Belize

December 31, 2024
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SAN PEDRO, BELIZE :: One of our favorite things about Ambergris Caye is how easy and fun it is to get around by golf cart! We love winding our way...

A group of three people poses with a snowman prop on a sandy beach near a resort with palm trees.
A group of three people poses with a snowman prop on a sandy beach near a resort with palm trees.

Happy New Year’s Eve from Belize

December 31, 2024
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GRAND CARIBE, SAN PEDRO, BELIZE :: Happy New Year’s Eve from Belize! We’re wrapping up 2024 with sunshine and family fun on Ambergris Caye! ✖ Sandy Path at Tropical...

Two individuals skiing on a snowy slope, enjoying a winter day with a scenic mountain backdrop.
Two individuals skiing on a snowy slope, enjoying a winter day with a scenic mountain backdrop.

Snowboard Lessons

December 25, 2024
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ECHO VALLEY SKI AREA, MANSON, WA :: The kiddos had their first snowboarding lessons at Echo Valley, a small ski area just 15 mins from Chelan. 90 minutes of 1:1...

Three kids wearing matching gingerbread Christmas pajamas sit on a couch, laughing and having fun near a decorated holiday tree.
Three kids wearing matching gingerbread Christmas pajamas sit on a couch, laughing and having fun near a decorated holiday tree.

Cousin Crew Christmas in Chelan

December 25, 2024
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BIGHORN & BLUEBELL, CHELAN, WA :: Cousin Crew Christmas in Chelan! Lots of fun, family, gifts, games, food, cookie decorating, hot tubbing, and some snow to ring in the...

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