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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.
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.

Duran Duran

July 5, 2009
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MARYMOOR PARK, REDMOND, WA :: Natalie Portman’s Shaved Head opened for Duran Duran at Marymoor Park this evening. The young Seattle band rocked the crowd with silly and...

A wooden boardwalk curves gracefully through vast, textured red sandstone formations under a serene sky.
A wooden boardwalk curves gracefully through vast, textured red sandstone formations under a serene sky.

Madonna

November 26, 2008
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UNBELIZEABLE VACATION DAY 3 :: MIAMI, FL :: A couple years ago, we happened to catch the NBC broadcast of Madonna’s Confessions tour at Wembley Stadium and thought it was...

A scenic view of the Elizabeth Tower and the Houses of Parliament in London during a beautiful spring day.
A scenic view of the Elizabeth Tower and the Houses of Parliament in London during a beautiful spring day.

South Beach

November 26, 2008
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UNBELIZEABLE VACATION DAY 3 :: MIAMI, FL :: The drive from Orlando to Miami was easy and took just a little over three hours, thanks to the Florida Turnpike (and...

A live performance featuring an orchestra and choir on stage before a large audience.
A live performance featuring an orchestra and choir on stage before a large audience.

PLAY!

January 24, 2008
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BENAROYA HALL, SEATTLE, WA :: Master Chief rocked Benaroya Hall tonight! For my birthday, Kristie surprised me with tickets to PLAY!, a symphony performance of popular video game...

A group of dancers in traditional red and white costumes performing with pink fans on stage.
A group of dancers in traditional red and white costumes performing with pink fans on stage.

Narae 2007 Korean Festival

December 9, 2007
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MEANY HALL, SEATTLE, WA :: We’d like to thank Hye Ran and Rob for inviting us to this concert. When they first told us about it, Kristie and I were...

Stunning red rock formations against a blue sky with scattered clouds.
Stunning red rock formations against a blue sky with scattered clouds.

San Jose Taiko

September 29, 2007
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EDMONDS CENTER FOR THE ARTS, EDMONDS, WA :: Kristie and I invited my parents to see San Jose Taiko perform in downtown Edmonds to celebrate my dad’s birthday. The show...

A stylized, tiered architectural structure with a pointed top, set against a clear blue sky.
A stylized, tiered architectural structure with a pointed top, set against a clear blue sky.

Daft Punk

July 29, 2007
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WAMU THEATER, SEATTLE, WA :: Last night, Daft Punk completely blew my mind. We arrived just in time to find a pair of seats centered about six rows back on...

A bustling street scene with people walking and sitting on benches under leafy trees. Overhead, decorative banners add to the charm.
A bustling street scene with people walking and sitting on benches under leafy trees. Overhead, decorative banners add to the charm.

The Police

June 7, 2007
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KEY ARENA, SEATTLE, WA :: Kristie and I initially didn’t have high expectations for The Police concert. We thought it would be a relatively quiet night, with us having a...

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,...

A dynamic grid of vibrant photos capturing John and Kristie's adventures and memories.
A dynamic grid of vibrant photos capturing John and Kristie's adventures and memories.

100th Post

January 22, 2006
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: To mark the 100th entry on johnandkristie.com, I thought I’d share a few statistics. Since June 2004, over 1100 photos have been posted and more...

Elvis Presley in a white jumpsuit performing on stage with bright stage lights in the background. The audience is visible in the foreground, watching the performance.
Elvis Presley in a white jumpsuit performing on stage with bright stage lights in the background. The audience is visible in the foreground, watching the performance.

Kanye West

December 10, 2005
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EVERETT EVENTS CENTER, EVERETT, WA :: Kanye West made a stop in Everett tonight and performed most of the tracks from his two highly acclaimed albums. Every song is exceptional,...

Kristie stands smiling in front of a flock of flamingos on a sunny day. The background features lush greenery and a clear blue sky.
Kristie stands smiling in front of a flock of flamingos on a sunny day. The background features lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

SummerStop Beach Festival

August 27, 2005
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SEATTLE, WA :: Seattle’s downtown streets were closed off and converted into an urban beach this weekend. People played volleyball, built sand castles, sampled chili contest...

A bald eagle perched high in a tree with moss-covered branches, surveying its surroundings in the Pacific Northwest.
A bald eagle perched high in a tree with moss-covered branches, surveying its surroundings in the Pacific Northwest.

Anger Management Tour 3

July 17, 2005
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WHITE RIVER AMPHITHEATER, AUBURN, WA :: Kristie and I had a good time at the White River Amphitheater, where Eminem and 50 Cent headlined the 3rd Anger Management Tour. Also...

A male singer passionately performing on stage with a drummer in the background, surrounded by an enthusiastic crowd raising their hands.
A male singer passionately performing on stage with a drummer in the background, surrounded by an enthusiastic crowd raising their hands.

U2

April 24, 2005
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KEY ARENA, SEATTLE, WA :: It was a wonderful night at Key Arena! By far, this was the best U2 concert of the three I’ve seen, and it was the...

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