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Children enjoying a Ferris ride wearing colorful 3D glasses and funny glasses at a fair.
Children enjoying a Ferris ride wearing colorful 3D glasses and funny glasses at a fair.

The Evergreen State Fair

August 25, 2013
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EVERGREEN STATE FAIRGROUNDS, MONROE, WA :: The Evergreen State Fair delivered rides, animals, treats, and more things to point at than two kids could possibly manage at once. ✖...

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Children enjoying a pony ride at a busy outdoor event.
Children enjoying a pony ride at a busy outdoor event.

Taste of Edmonds

August 11, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: Taste of Edmonds combined fair food, sunshine, and a bright pink slide that was impossible to pass up. ✖ Family Fun on Pink RiverSlide Fun on the...

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Children wearing cool sunglasses enjoy a green roller coaster ride on a sunny day.
Children wearing cool sunglasses enjoy a green roller coaster ride on a sunny day.

Tour de Terrace

August 5, 2013
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MOUNTLAKE TERRACE, WA :: The Tour de Terrace brought face paint, spinning rides, and the kind of wide-eyed excitement only a summer fair can produce. ✖ Enjoying the Balloon...

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Family members wearing red, white, and blue outfits and holding toy dogs while sitting outdoors at a community event.
Family members wearing red, white, and blue outfits and holding toy dogs while sitting outdoors at a community event.

An Edmonds Kind of Fourth

July 6, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: A small-town Fourth meant plenty of flags, patriotic outfits, and parade watching with Grandma. ✖ Watching the Fireworks from a Distant Perspective Water...

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A family explores colorful handcrafted plush toys at an outdoor market.
A family explores colorful handcrafted plush toys at an outdoor market.

Edmonds Arts Festival

June 16, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: The Edmonds Arts Festival offered handmade treasures, colorful displays, and a few irresistible treats between the booths. ✖ Farmers Market Corn Fun Exploring...

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Races at the All Alaskan Racing Pigs track, with pigs wearing numbered harnesses on a wood chip surface.
Races at the All Alaskan Racing Pigs track, with pigs wearing numbered harnesses on a wood chip surface.

The Evergreen State Fair

August 26, 2012
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EVERGREEN STATE FAIRGROUNDS, MONROE, WA :: The fair was a toddler wonderland of carousel horses, animals, rides, and a fun new experience around every corner. ✖ Thrill Seekers on...

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A woman and a red-haired toddler smiling together in an outdoor plaza. An American flag hangs from a building behind them on a sunny day.
A woman and a red-haired toddler smiling together in an outdoor plaza. An American flag hangs from a building behind them on a sunny day.

An Edmonds Kind of 4th

July 5, 2012
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EDMONDS, WA :: Fun parade and fireworks show with the kids! ✖ Family Fun in Patriotic Outfits Fire Trucks At A Community Parade Toddler Holding American Flag at Patriotic...

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A family wonders through a stunning field of vibrant red and orange tulips during a spring outing.
A family wonders through a stunning field of vibrant red and orange tulips during a spring outing.

Tulip Festival

April 22, 2012
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SKAGIT VALLEY TULIP FESTIVAL, MOUNT VERNON, WA :: The Skagit tulip fields surrounded us with rows of vibrant color, creating a spring backdrop that brightened our hearts! ✖...

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Two small children sitting on green grass surrounded by floating soap bubbles.
Two small children sitting on green grass surrounded by floating soap bubbles.

May Days

May 27, 2011
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DISCOVERY PARK, SEATTLE, WA :: May offered mild weather, the UW Street Fair, bubbles in the sink and backyard, and an excellent opportunity to carry the babies through Discovery...

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A dancer performs a graceful sword routine on stage wearing traditional white attire.
A dancer performs a graceful sword routine on stage wearing traditional white attire.

Narae 2009 Korean Festival

November 7, 2009
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EDMONDS CENTER FOR THE ARTS, EDMONDS, WA :: Hye Ran and Rob invited us to another performance of “Narae” by the Morning Star Korean Cultural Center. The name of the...

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A live concert stage performance featuring a band playing guitars and surrounded by an energetic audience recording the show.
A live concert stage performance featuring a band playing guitars and surrounded by an energetic audience recording the show.

Coldplay at The Gorge

July 11, 2009
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THE GORGE AMPHITHEATER, GEORGE, WA :: I love the fact that one of the most spectacular concert venues in the world is right in our backyard, just a few hours...

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A serene meadow filled with white spire-shaped wildflowers against a bright blue sky dotted with fluffy clouds. Tall evergreen trees frame the landscape.
A serene meadow filled with white spire-shaped wildflowers against a bright blue sky dotted with fluffy clouds. Tall evergreen trees frame the landscape.

Mowich Lake to Golden Lakes

July 31, 2008
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THE WONDERLAND TRAIL DAY 1 :: MT. RAINIER NATIONAL PARK, WA :: We were in high spirits as we began our much anticipated and ambitious attempt of The Wonderland Trail....

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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...

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A panoramic view of a vast body of water surrounded by lush green forests and distant mountains under a cloudy sky. The foreground features a rugged rocky outcrop with patches of red lichen.
A panoramic view of a vast body of water surrounded by lush green forests and distant mountains under a cloudy sky. The foreground features a rugged rocky outcrop with patches of red lichen.

ARTOPIA

June 23, 2007
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GEORGETOWN, SEATTLE, WA :: Today, Kristie and I walked the streets of Georgetown for the very first time. The old industrial neighborhood hosted a festival of art, music, theater...

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A bright yellow tulip stands out among a field of blurred red tulips.
A bright yellow tulip stands out among a field of blurred red tulips.

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

April 6, 2007
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LA CONNER, WA :: Kristie and I headed North after work on Friday to enjoy a nice walk through fields of blooming tulips on a rare, sunny and warm Spring...

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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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Skagit River Eagles

December 29, 2005
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ROCKPORT, WA :: I was on my way up North to find the Oyster Dome trail, but decided to drive east on SR-20 before the hike to check out the...

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Kristie smiles while holding a red and blue shaved ice treat. A bustling fountain scene is in the background.
Kristie smiles while holding a red and blue shaved ice treat. A bustling fountain scene is in the background.

Bumbershoot

September 3, 2005
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SEATTLE CENTER, SEATTLE, WA :: I arrived back into Seattle this afternoon and Kristie was at the airport to pick me up. After many hugs and kisses, we drove to...

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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...

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A panoramic view of a rocky landscape under a cloudy sky with the sun peeking through.
A panoramic view of a rocky landscape under a cloudy sky with the sun peeking through.

Chinatown Summer Festival

July 9, 2005
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SEATTLE, WA :: We saw One World Taiko perform today for the International District’s 30th Annual Summer Festival. The Japanese drummers were just one of the dozens of events...

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A woman smiles in front of colorful tulip fields. The scene includes vibrant yellow and orange tulips with farm buildings in the background.
A woman smiles in front of colorful tulip fields. The scene includes vibrant yellow and orange tulips with farm buildings in the background.

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

April 9, 2005
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LA CONNER, WA :: This morning we took a short trip to Skagit Valley to see the tulips. As we wandered from one field of color to the next, the...

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A large crocodile lies on a sandy bank, with scaly skin and a long tail visible.
Two people holding snowboards in a snowy forest with snow-covered trees and ground.
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Kristie smiles while holding a red and blue shaved ice treat. A bustling fountain scene is in the background.
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Three individuals standing in casual summer fashion outside a modern building. The photo highlights plaid shirts, denim, and black pants on urban steps.
Child Reaching for a Wicker Basket
Stunning view of Bryce Canyon's unique rock formations under a clear sky.
A visitor stands in front of the historic stone facade of Le Petit Train Ghost House, with a close-up detail of the hanging wooden sign visible.
John taking a selfie with a thumbs-up gesture against a stunning volcanic landscape backdrop. The mountains feature varied textures and colors, under a partly cloudy sky.
Two kids wearing swim goggles and pink rash guards play with colorful balls at the edge of a blue pool. Lush green bushes and a white railing are visible in the background.
Hikers walk a trail near a stone marker on a sunny day.
An immersive digital art installation featuring vibrant, glowing pink cherry blossoms and a reflective, magical floor. Visitors lie down to enjoy a surreal, starry atmosphere.
A youth basketball team and coaches posing together in a gym with a basketball hoop visible in the background.
Children enjoy a plastic play kitchen set outdoors under a yellow slide in a sunny backyard with trees and a wooden deck structure.
A cozy moment captured as John and Kristie enjoy a meal together at a local Seattle restaurant.
A person sledding down a snowy hill with others standing nearby in colorful winter clothing.
Residential home covered in snow at night with glowing lights and snow-covered trees in the foreground.
A close-up of a white daisy with a vibrant yellow center, set against a stark black background.
A family enjoying a catamaran vacation with a dramatic mountainous coastline in the background.
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