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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
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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 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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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 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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A stunning mountain peak rises above a clear lake with gentle ripples. The natural beauty is enhanced by the vivid blue sky and scattered clouds.
A stunning mountain peak rises above a clear lake with gentle ripples. The natural beauty is enhanced by the vivid blue sky and scattered clouds.

Disney’s California Adventure

June 15, 2005
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SOUTHWEST VACATION DAY 5 :: ANAHEIM, CA :: The photo above shows us a split-second before falling 13 floors down an elevator shaft in the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror!...

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Enjoying the thrill of a roller coaster ride with friends, laughter and excitement on board.
Enjoying the thrill of a roller coaster ride with friends, laughter and excitement on board.

Knott’s Berry Farm

June 15, 2005
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SOUTHWEST VACATION DAY 5 :: BUENA PARK, CA :: A new roller coaster named “The Silver Bullet” opened last year at Knott’s Berry Farm. We rode it and it was...

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A smiling couple poses in front of Cinderella's Castle at a theme park. The iconic pink and blue castle stands majestically in the background.
A smiling couple poses in front of Cinderella's Castle at a theme park. The iconic pink and blue castle stands majestically in the background.

Disneyland

June 14, 2005
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SOUTHWEST VACATION DAY 4 :: ANAHEIM, CA :: The happiest place on earth? Perhaps, but I wish I had taken photos of all of the crying kids and their stressed...

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A woman stands smiling beside a birthday cake with lit candles, as guests clap and celebrate around her in a warmly lit room with balloons and festive decorations.
A woman stands smiling beside a birthday cake with lit candles, as guests clap and celebrate around her in a warmly lit room with balloons and festive decorations.

Santa Monica / Malibu

June 13, 2005
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SOUTHWEST VACATION DAY 3 :: SANTA MONICA, CA :: I have many great memories of Santa Monica and Los Angeles. As architecture students many years ago, we spent a lot...

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Kristie smiling in front of a flamingo exhibit with tropical trees in the background.
Kristie smiling in front of a flamingo exhibit with tropical trees in the background.

Wild Animal Park

June 13, 2005
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SOUTHWEST VACATION DAY 3 :: ESCONDIDO, CA :: We had a choice between visiting the San Diego Zoo or the Wild Animal Park, and we were glad we decided on...

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A large whale sculpture is suspended from the ceiling in a museum hallway with blue lighting and informational displays around it.
A large whale sculpture is suspended from the ceiling in a museum hallway with blue lighting and informational displays around it.

Sea World

June 12, 2005
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SOUTHWEST VACATION DAY 2 :: SAN DIEGO, CA :: The second day of our vacation started with an early arrival at Sea World for a breakfast buffet with the orcas....

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A lively street lined with trees and people enjoying their time sitting on benches and walking around.
A lively street lined with trees and people enjoying their time sitting on benches and walking around.

La Jolla

June 12, 2005
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SOUTHWEST VACATION DAY 2 :: LA JOLLA, CA :: After Sea World, we drove to nearby La Jolla. I wanted to explore the Salk Institute, but the gates were locked....

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A striking silhouette of a Joshua tree stands out against a bright blue sky. The branches reach upward in intricate patterns.
A striking silhouette of a Joshua tree stands out against a bright blue sky. The branches reach upward in intricate patterns.

Joshua Tree

June 11, 2005
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SOUTHWEST VACATION DAY 1 :: JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, CA :: To kick off the summer, Kristie and I ventured south for an eight day vacation in the Southwest. We...

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Spectators watch a red flag-decorated wagon in a community parade on a sunny street.
A woman and two young girls pose at the base of a tall, flowing waterfall surrounded by moss-covered rocks in the Pacific Northwest.
Two travelers taking a selfie at a scenic overlook, with the coastline and an urban cityscape visible in the background.
Two people posing with a moai statue on a scenic hillside with cable cars in the background under a cloudy sky. The setting includes a rocky path and rolling green terrain.
A breathtaking Pacific Northwest waterfall cascading over moss-covered rocks into a tranquil river.
A birthday cake with lit candles and colorful decorations on a wooden kitchen counter
A performer playing taiko drums on stage, with another drummer in the background. The image highlights the dynamic movement of the drummers and the large taiko drums on stands.
Two students posing in front of a school building, with smaller images showing details of their clothing and individual poses.
An underwater snapshot of someone skin diving in clear, blue-green water while wearing snorkeling gear.
Panoramic view of Snoqualmie Falls and the surrounding rock gorge with a viewing platform.
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A scenic coastal landscape featuring clear turquoise waters, secluded sandy beaches, and hilly green coastlines under a bright blue sky.
A group of birds sitting on rocks with mountains and clouds in the background. The birds appear to be resting or observing their surroundings.
A collage of views from the pedestrian walkway of the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City, featuring the stone arches and skyline.
A two-story tropical vacation home surrounded by lush palm trees and vibrant greenery. The structure features wooden railings and bright green accents.
Two individuals skiing on a snowy slope, enjoying a winter day with a scenic mountain backdrop.
A concert scene featuring a performer with arms raised on stage under purple lights and a large screen with energetic audience silhouettes.
Two young people pose with glowing carved pumpkins on a staircase in a home.
A child slides down a blue water slide into a pool at a sunny outdoor waterpark.
A striking silhouette of a Joshua tree stands out against a bright blue sky. The branches reach upward in intricate patterns.
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