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A serene view of a beige single-story home surrounded by tall evergreen trees and a vibrant green lawn under a partly cloudy sky.
A serene view of a beige single-story home surrounded by tall evergreen trees and a vibrant green lawn under a partly cloudy sky.

Lower Oneonta Falls

July 2, 2008
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COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE NATIONAL SCENIC AREA, OR :: On a whim, I took a couple days off from work before July 4th to enjoy a roadtrip to Central Oregon. My...

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A suburban home in the Pacific Northwest features a well-maintained green lawn and is surrounded by tall evergreen trees under a partly cloudy sky.
A suburban home in the Pacific Northwest features a well-maintained green lawn and is surrounded by tall evergreen trees under a partly cloudy sky.

Wenatchee River Whitewater

June 14, 2008
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WENATCHEE RIVER, CASHMERE, WA :: Kristie rounded up thirteen friends and family (including her mom!) for an incredibly fun whitewater rafting ride on the Wenatchee River. The...

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A charming restaurant with outdoor seating areas, featuring an American flag flying high on a pole. The building has multiple stories with large windows and a welcoming entrance.
A charming restaurant with outdoor seating areas, featuring an American flag flying high on a pole. The building has multiple stories with large windows and a welcoming entrance.

Campbell’s Resort

June 13, 2008
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CHELAN, WA :: Chelan has always been one of Kristie’s favorite spots in Eastern Washington. Through high school and college, she would frequently join her friends here to...

Misc
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A stunning view of a mountain range with rugged peaks under a clear blue sky.
A stunning view of a mountain range with rugged peaks under a clear blue sky.

The Snake River Trail

April 10, 2008
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HELLS CANYON NATIONAL RECREATION AREA, ID :: I drove across the state to backpack along Idaho’s bank of the Snake River. The roadtrip was long, but enjoyable. I appreciate...

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A picturesque view of a snow-covered mountain valley with tall evergreen trees in the foreground and a winding river below.
A picturesque view of a snow-covered mountain valley with tall evergreen trees in the foreground and a winding river below.

Skyline Lake

January 20, 2008
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ALPINE LAKES WILDERNESS AREA, WA :: Today we planned to meet Tatiana, Greg and Dana for a winter wonderland adventure near Stevens Pass. Unfortunately, we started a bit late in...

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A serene estuarine scene featuring exposed tree stumps and logs near water's edge, with mountains in the background.
A serene estuarine scene featuring exposed tree stumps and logs near water's edge, with mountains in the background.

Goat Lake & Elliot Creek

December 8, 2007
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HENRY M. JACKSON WILDERNESS, WA :: I have been waiting to return to Goat Lake for a long time. Although it had been more than six years since I first...

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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 group of friends gathered around a chocolate cake with lit candles in a cozy living room. The warm ambiance highlights their celebration.
A group of friends gathered around a chocolate cake with lit candles in a cozy living room. The warm ambiance highlights their celebration.

Kristie’s Birthday

October 13, 2007
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STIX BILLIARDS & BREWERY, SEATTLE, WA :: Kristie celebrated her birthday with family and friends at Stix, a new pool hall on the south shore of Lake Union. We booked...

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A view from inside a sandstone canyon looking up toward a narrow opening, with a metal ladder leading upwards.
A view from inside a sandstone canyon looking up toward a narrow opening, with a metal ladder leading upwards.

Iao Needle

September 9, 2007
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MAUI VACATION DAY 4 :: IAO VALLEY STATE PARK, WAILUKU, HI :: By day four, our burnt skin needed a break from the sun. Fortunately, the remainder of our planned...

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A serene lake with clear water, reflecting the surrounding majestic mountains and blue sky.
A serene lake with clear water, reflecting the surrounding majestic mountains and blue sky.

Drums of the Pacific Luau

September 8, 2007
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MAUI VACATION DAY 3 :: KAANAPALI, HI :: You gotta do a luau when you’re in Hawaii, right? There are several to choose from on Maui, but I had read...

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A bird perched on a branch, captured in silhouette against a cloudy sky.
A bird perched on a branch, captured in silhouette against a cloudy sky.

Blue Angels

August 4, 2007
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GENESEE PARK, SEATTLE, WA :: You gotta love the Blue Angels! I know some people don’t for various reasons, but even those who protest these magnificent machines of death...

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A breathtaking Pacific Northwest waterfall cascading over moss-covered rocks into a tranquil river.
A breathtaking Pacific Northwest waterfall cascading over moss-covered rocks into a tranquil river.

Boulder River

April 28, 2007
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BOULDER RIVER WILDERNESS, WA :: The Boulder River trail is a nearby favorite. As usual, it was wet and muddy, with many blowdowns to weave around, crawl under, or climb...

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A bald eagle sits on a mossy tree branch surrounded by twisted limbs. The bird's white head and dark brown body stand out against the forest backdrop.
A bald eagle sits on a mossy tree branch surrounded by twisted limbs. The bird's white head and dark brown body stand out against the forest backdrop.

Harvard Square

October 18, 2006
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CAMBRIDGE, MA :: We crossed the Charles River and walked around Harvard Square and Harvard Yard, which was kind of neat. I think I was most excited to see the...

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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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Overlooking a lush green landscape with distant islands from a rocky mountain peak.
Overlooking a lush green landscape with distant islands from a rocky mountain peak.

Maple Pass

October 5, 2006
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OKANOGAN NATIONAL FOREST, WA :: This hike was my first experience of the golden larch. The larch is a unique, deciduous conifer. Its needles turn bright yellow every Fall, and...

Hikes
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A tall, spiraling tower with a pointed top stands against a clear blue sky.
A tall, spiraling tower with a pointed top stands against a clear blue sky.

Lower Gray Wolf River

February 11, 2006
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OLYMPIC NATIONAL FOREST, WA :: My first overnight backpacking trip was seven years ago on the Gray Wolf River. Until today, I had never been back. It’s too bad it...

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A serene river winds through a dense, mossy forest. The long exposure technique captures the smooth movement of the flowing water.
A serene river winds through a dense, mossy forest. The long exposure technique captures the smooth movement of the flowing water.

Marymere Falls

January 15, 2006
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OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK, WA :: After my snowshoe trip atop Hurricane Hill, I drove west to nearby Lake Crescent to check out Marymere Falls. The trail starts at the Storm...

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A group of bald eagles perched on sandy shores and driftwood in a river, surrounded by tall grasses.
A group of bald eagles perched on sandy shores and driftwood in a river, surrounded by tall grasses.

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...

Misc
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A green Toyota 4Runner SUV is parked on a sunny day with lush green trees in the background.
A green Toyota 4Runner SUV is parked on a sunny day with lush green trees in the background.

Mazama Ridge

December 17, 2005
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MT. RAINIER NATIONAL PARK, WA :: Today I led Kristie, her brother, and her dad on a beautiful snowshoe hike up Mazama Ridge. Our route was nearly five miles roundtrip,...

Hikes
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Kristie is smiling brightly, wearing a blue patterned beanie and sunglasses, standing in a snowy landscape with mountains in the background.
Kristie is smiling brightly, wearing a blue patterned beanie and sunglasses, standing in a snowy landscape with mountains in the background.

Lake Keechelus

December 4, 2005
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IRON HORSE STATE PARK, WA :: Kristie and I headed up to Snoqualmie Pass today to enjoy the snow. My legs were itching to go on a hike, and Kristie...

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Weathered tree stumps stand at the edge of a tranquil lake, with lush forested mountains in the background under a clear sky.
Weathered tree stumps stand at the edge of a tranquil lake, with lush forested mountains in the background under a clear sky.

Rattlesnake Ledge

November 18, 2005
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MT. BAKER-SNOQUALMIE NATIONAL FOREST, WA :: The trail to Rattlesnake Ledge is short and sweet, climbing about 1200′ to a ledge overlooking the Snoqualmie Valley and...

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A calm alpine lake mirrors towering granite peaks and evergreen trees under an overcast sky. Lush forest slopes descend to the water’s edge, creating a tranquil natural scene.
A calm alpine lake mirrors towering granite peaks and evergreen trees under an overcast sky. Lush forest slopes descend to the water’s edge, creating a tranquil natural scene.

Denny Creek

October 8, 2005
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MT. BAKER-SNOQUALMIE NATIONAL FOREST, WA :: I decided to head up to Lake Melakwa today via the Denny Creek trail. This trail is an old favorite that feels dramatically different...

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Kristie from John and Kristie stands smiling next to a large Pink Bear Care Bear mascot inside a brightly lit retail store.
Kristie from John and Kristie stands smiling next to a large Pink Bear Care Bear mascot inside a brightly lit retail store.

Zion Narrows

September 2, 2005
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ZION NATIONAL PARK, UT :: I had read many amazing descriptions for this hike and was looking forward to finally experiencing it. From Zion’s Visitor Center, shuttles depart...

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Bright red rock peaks rise dramatically against a blue sky. Green trees and bushes dot the base of the rugged mountain slopes.
Bright red rock peaks rise dramatically against a blue sky. Green trees and bushes dot the base of the rugged mountain slopes.

Zion Campground

September 2, 2005
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SPRINGDALE, UT :: After a full day of hiking Bryce Canyon and Zion, I pulled into a commercial campground in Springdale, just a few miles outside of the Zion gates....

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Majestic red rock cliffs rise against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.
Majestic red rock cliffs rise against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

Angel’s Landing

September 2, 2005
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ZION NATIONAL PARK, UT :: After hiking the Narrows, I boarded the shuttle at the Temple of Sinawa and headed back to The Grotto, where the trailhead for Angel’s Landing...

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A dynamic concert at night with a massive stage illuminated by vivid blue and yellow lights, captivating a large crowd.
A chef performs a flambé cooking demonstration in front of a group of diners.
Visitors walking on a gravel path near the large 'Alpine Meadows' sign with snow-capped mountains and evergreen trees in the background.
A family gathers around a birthday cake with candles. A woman and two girls smile together inside a home.
A happy child smiles and reaches from a playground bucket swing. Black and white close-up of metal chains and metal hooks attached to a swing.
Two girls sit on a carpeted staircase posing with lit Jack-o-Lanterns during a Halloween family gathering.
Friends and family enjoy a shared moment in the stands of a large outdoor stadium during a game.
Visitors browse fresh produce at a farmers market in a European town, highlighted by colorful fruits and green trees.
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A silver Jeep Wrangler is tilted forward on a dirt hilltop with a man and two people walking beside it in a sunny outdoor setting. The image features multiple angles of the vehicle and the people.
A picturesque European town square featuring a central monument and colorful architectural buildings under a clear blue sky. The cobblestone plaza showcases vibrant flower arrangements and historic charm.
Upward angle of an ornate stone clock tower, highlighting the clock face and architectural details against the sky.
A couple takes a selfie during a canal boat tour in Amsterdam, with historic buildings in the background.
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A large stone pyramid rises from the jungle with children playing in the foreground.
A wooden observation deck with white railings offers a panoramic view of a vast landscape below and an American flag flying in the wind under a clear blue sky.
A Sharp-shinned Hawk calls out from a perch on a mossy branch in a lush, green forest setting.
Visitors observe a large illuminated snow globe labeled 'A Little Dream of Switzerland' surrounded by glowing yellow stars in a darkened exhibit space.
A lively scene at Cupertino Main Street with people strolling and sitting under trees, adorned with decorative banners. The area is vibrant and filled with greenery.
A panoramic view of a turquoise alpine lake surrounded by rugged mountains and pine trees under a blue sky.
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