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Kauai

August 3, 2016
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KAUAI, HI :: Our fun and relaxing getaway to The Garden Island! ✖ 10206657155644699 10206657161164837 10206657167725001 10206657152684625 10206657166924981 10206657162044859...

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Spring in the Backyard

April 25, 2016
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: Had fun with the kids planting flowers, kicking the soccer ball, preparing the hot tub, and just goofing around. ✖ 10206068446847347 10206068446367335...

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Spring in the New House

March 26, 2016
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NORTH CREEK, BOTHELL, WA :: Spring arrived at the new house with fresh flowers, an egg-coloring table, and plenty of room for new traditions. ✖ 10205872571390583 10205872566670465...

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Two children in cowboy outfits at a pumpkin patch with a Wild West wanted poster and a hay bale structure.
Two children in cowboy outfits at a pumpkin patch with a Wild West wanted poster and a hay bale structure.

Texan Halloween

November 25, 2015
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DALLAS ARBORETUM AND BOTANICAL GARDEN, DALLAS, TX :: The arboretum supplied pumpkins, carriages, and plenty of Texas-sized scenery for a wonderfully Texan-themed Halloween. ✖ Kids...

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A black and white photo of a family walking a toddler in a stroller through a lush garden.
A black and white photo of a family walking a toddler in a stroller through a lush garden.

San Diego Zoo

November 20, 2014
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SAN DIEGO ZOO, SAN DIEGO, CA :: The San Diego Zoo gave us a full day among elephants, pandas, and winding garden paths, with a few rides for the kids...

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The ornate Gothic architecture of Vienna's City Hall stands under a bright blue sky.
The ornate Gothic architecture of Vienna's City Hall stands under a bright blue sky.

Munich

October 9, 2014
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MUNICH, GERMANY :: After hiking sections of the Taubertal Panoramaweg, we continued on to Munich. It was a good change of pace after the trail, with time to relax and...

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A young child carefully selects apples from a wooden table outdoors, with a colorful toy nearby.
A young child carefully selects apples from a wooden table outdoors, with a colorful toy nearby.

Them Apples

August 16, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: The harvest from the crab apple tree in our yard. And a basket full of veggies from the garden. ✖ A Child Enjoying a Light Treat Indoors...

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Children wearing purple and pink princess crowns pose joyfully at a theme park event. One child strikes a playful pose while another smiles brightly in the background.
Children wearing purple and pink princess crowns pose joyfully at a theme park event. One child strikes a playful pose while another smiles brightly in the background.

Fairy Parade

May 11, 2014
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EDMONDS, WA :: To celebrate the opening of the Edmonds Museum Garden Market. ✖ Little Fairies in the Library Aisle Johnston Community Easter Parade Marching Community Festival Fun...

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A scenic panoramic view of desert cliffs and rocky terrain seen through an open natural arch.
A scenic panoramic view of desert cliffs and rocky terrain seen through an open natural arch.

Moab

April 3, 2014
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MOAB, UT :: One spectacular day in Canyonlands and Arches National Park. Arrived prior to sunrise at Mesa Arch, followed the faint trail to False Kiva, and then hiked the...

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A child in a purple jacket crouches to plant bulbs in a garden bed.
A child in a purple jacket crouches to plant bulbs in a garden bed.

Bulbs

November 16, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: Planted 100 daffodils, 200 crocuses, 30 hyacinths, and 50 tulips! Spring must seem nearly a lifetime away for our little helpers! ✖ Young Girl Displaying A...

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A child smiles beside glowing carved pumpkins in a cozy, dimly lit room.
A child smiles beside glowing carved pumpkins in a cozy, dimly lit room.

Pumpkins Three Ways

October 27, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: With the pumpkins we grew in our garden, we made jack-o-lanterns, crunchy snacks, and a delicious pie. ✖ Roasted Butternut Squash Wedges Kids Looking At Pumpkins...

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Two children stand on a patio admiring tall tomato plants growing on trellises in a white planter box. The garden features a mix of vegetables and flowers in front of a home exterior.
Two children stand on a patio admiring tall tomato plants growing on trellises in a white planter box. The garden features a mix of vegetables and flowers in front of a home exterior.

First Garden

April 10, 2013
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EDMONDS, WA :: Tracking the progress of our first garden, from seed to harvest. ✖ Apples on the Ground in a Play Area Young children harvesting fresh blueberries on a...

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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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A pure white daisy with bright yellow center stands out against a stark black background. This image captures the flower's intricate details.
A pure white daisy with bright yellow center stands out against a stark black background. This image captures the flower's intricate details.

Sopot

August 15, 2009
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EUROPEAN VACATION DAY 3 :: SOPOT, POLAND :: Today was my first day on my own as Kristie started her Business Week program. I had planned to check out Sopot,...

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Colorful buildings line the canal in Nyhavn, Copenhagen. Boats are docked along the waterfront.
Colorful buildings line the canal in Nyhavn, Copenhagen. Boats are docked along the waterfront.

Victoria Butterfly Gardens

May 23, 2009
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BRENTWOOD BAY, B.C. :: Kristie and I visited Victoria during a sunny Memorial Day weekend. The trip was great, but I wish it was easier to get there. We traveled...

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A close-up of a white daisy with a vibrant yellow center, set against a stark black background.
A close-up of a white daisy with a vibrant yellow center, set against a stark black background.

The Butchart Gardens

May 23, 2009
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BRENTWOOD BAY, B.C. :: The Butchart Gardens are very impressive, but very crowded and pricey too. Tickets for each adult are $26 CAN and kids are $13. The cost shocked...

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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 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 colorful koi fish swim gracefully in a clear pond, surrounded by submerged rocks and leaves.
A group of colorful koi fish swim gracefully in a clear pond, surrounded by submerged rocks and leaves.

Dallas Arboretum

November 4, 2007
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DALLAS, TX :: Yes, there is greenery in Dallas! Just a few miles from downtown is White Rock Lake, Dallas’s own version of Seattle’s beloved Green Lake park, complete...

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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 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 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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We’re Engaged!

October 13, 2006
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SEATTLE, WA :: It shouldn’t be a surprise to our family and friends, but Kristie and I are now officially betrothed! I surprised her with dinner at Palace Kitchen, where...

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A tabby cat peers curiously through lush green plants in the Pacific Northwest.
A tabby cat peers curiously through lush green plants in the Pacific Northwest.

Green Mountain

July 8, 2006
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MT. BAKER-SNOQUALMIE NATIONAL FOREST, WA :: Each time I’ve hiked Green Mountain, I’ve been impressed by how stunningly green it really is. A nearly overgrown section...

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A close-up of a person enjoying fresh seafood with a fork at the floating fish market in Amsterdam.
Two people relaxing in black hanging patio chairs on a wooden deck surrounded by well-maintained urban homes.
Detailed chalk artwork of angel wings on a dark wall in Nashville Gulch. A traveler poses beside the stunning public art.
Young players competing in a basketball game in an indoor gymnasium. Spectators watch from the sidelines during the match.
Two hikers stand on a dirt path near lush green walls and distant volcanic peaks.
A brightly lit Cirque du Soleil sign with a festive holiday wreath above it. The setting suggests an evening performance during the holiday season.
A group of musicians playing instruments on stage in a cozy, low-lit bar with an attentive audience.
Two people sit inside a blue Trabant with U2 branding, lit by blue lights.
Kristie with curly red hair is driving a car, wearing a green hoodie and black shorts.
A tranquil mountain lake flanked by dense pine forests. The calm water mirrors the surrounding greenery and blue sky.
A modern home with a bright yellow wall is set against a backdrop of palm trees and green grass under a sunny blue sky.
Family posing at the Adventure Park welcome sign in Breckenridge, Colorado.
A person visits the Expo 2023 venue, shown alongside a close-up of a Depeche Mode 2023 World Tour poster.
A bustling street scene in Times Square, New York City, featuring bright digital billboards and costumed performers.
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Stunning emerald lake nestled among lush pine forests and rugged mountain peaks in the Pacific Northwest.
A tall waterfall cascades down a mossy cliff face into a dark pool surrounded by lush vegetation. Close-up views highlight the rugged texture of the surrounding rocks and vibrant green moss.
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The image shows a couple from a personality photo, placed inside a brown paper bag alongside a white book and a blue booklet advertising 'mypub', captured from a top-down perspective. This arrangement suggests a cozy review or story-telling setting.
Majestic red rock cliffs rise against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.
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