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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...

A small rabbit is nibbling on a carrot while sitting on green grass.
A small rabbit is nibbling on a carrot while sitting on green grass.

Night of the Bunnies II

July 3, 2005
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WOODLAND PARK, SEATTLE, WA :: The bunnies in Woodland Park caught us by surprise last year. But today, we were prepared. Kristie brought a bag of baby carrots to feed...

An open mailer bag revealing a white photobook and a mailing envelope on a dark surface.
An open mailer bag revealing a white photobook and a mailing envelope on a dark surface.

Free PSP

June 2, 2005
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: Hey, guess what appeared on my doorstep today! A free Playstation Portable from Gratis! Well, it wasn’t exactly free. As with my free iPod, I...

A smiling couple, John and Kristie, sitting closely together in a warm, wooden interior, likely a restaurant or cafe.
A smiling couple, John and Kristie, sitting closely together in a warm, wooden interior, likely a restaurant or cafe.

The Crystal Method

May 28, 2005
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SEATTLE, WA :: Kristie and I don’t visit the dance clubs too often anymore, but we figure its good to drop into one every once in a while to see...

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...

An airplane wing soars above a sea of clouds during the golden hour.
An airplane wing soars above a sea of clouds during the golden hour.

XBOX Mod

April 5, 2005
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: It’s possible to turn the XBOX into an impressive media center PC with a simple hardware modification to bypass the system’s restrictive BIOS....

A woman stands smiling next to a pink Care Bear mascot at an indoor event. They are captured in a cheerful moment together.
A woman stands smiling next to a pink Care Bear mascot at an indoor event. They are captured in a cheerful moment together.

Cheer Bear

March 12, 2005
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SEATTLE, WA :: Today was a happy day for Kristie! She met a real, live Care Bear! She agreed to let me post a picture to the website, but she...

Close-up view of soft pink flowers with visible stamens and a gentle background blur enhancing their beauty.
Close-up view of soft pink flowers with visible stamens and a gentle background blur enhancing their beauty.

Cherry Blossoms

March 6, 2005
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: Just sharing a few pictures of the cherry tree in our yard, which seems to be blooming early this year. It was 61 degrees and sunny...

A close-up view of an iPod screen playing a podcast titled 'How to Get A Free iPod' from johnandkristie.com, highlighting the blog’s early tech and travel themes.
A close-up view of an iPod screen playing a podcast titled 'How to Get A Free iPod' from johnandkristie.com, highlighting the blog’s early tech and travel themes.

Free iPod (and Shirt)

January 4, 2005
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: A shiny, new iPod arrived at our door today. I received it for free from Gratis at www.freeipods.com! If you’re wondering how it works and would...

Close-up of a handmade vase featuring a dragonfly mosaic. The design uses broken blue ceramic tiles and a smooth amber glass stone for the eye.
Close-up of a handmade vase featuring a dragonfly mosaic. The design uses broken blue ceramic tiles and a smooth amber glass stone for the eye.

Dragonfly Mosaic

January 3, 2005
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: Over the holiday break, Kristie crafted a glass mosaic, transforming an ordinary clay pot into a sparkling piece of art. This was her first time working...

Kristie is standing next to a person wearing a full-body pink Care Bear costume. She is smiling for the camera while the character waves hello in a large retail store.
Kristie is standing next to a person wearing a full-body pink Care Bear costume. She is smiling for the camera while the character waves hello in a large retail store.

The Lion King

December 31, 2004
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PARAMOUNT THEATER, SEATTLE, WA :: To celebrate the new year, Kristie forced me to dress up. Apart from that hassle, it was a very enjoyable and memorable night. We started...

A group of people snowshoe through a snowy landscape in the Pacific Northwest, surrounded by snow-covered trees under an overcast sky.
A group of people snowshoe through a snowy landscape in the Pacific Northwest, surrounded by snow-covered trees under an overcast sky.

Christmas

December 25, 2004
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: For a few years, Kristie and I used a dinky Christmas tree that we placed on top of the fireplace mantel. It was barely a foot...

Bamboo Fountain

December 1, 2004
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: Indoor fountains are certainly popular these days. The sound of falling water trickling over a bed of rocks is very pleasing. Unfortunately, most of the...

A group of smiling friends celebrating a holiday gathering together.
A group of smiling friends celebrating a holiday gathering together.

Marin’s Holiday Party

November 13, 2004
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SEATTLE, WA :: Marin and her roommates kicked-off the holiday season early with a party in their notorious Greenlake home. Perhaps a little too early, because pumpkins and...

Seattle Central Library

September 25, 2004
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SEATTLE, WA :: I remember coming across Rem Koolhaas’s modernist projects while I was in architecture school. Honestly, I think I was more impressed by his name than his...

A forest setting with a green SUV parked among the trees, symbolizing an adventurous outdoor expedition.
A forest setting with a green SUV parked among the trees, symbolizing an adventurous outdoor expedition.

The Pathfinder

August 1, 2004
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: Check out my new ride! I had finally had enough of my old Intrepid. After it died on me again last weekend, I decided I needed...

Kristie smiles while posing in front of vibrant orange and yellow tulips.
Kristie smiles while posing in front of vibrant orange and yellow tulips.

Washington Park Arboretum

July 25, 2004
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UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGON, SEATTLE, WA :: Kristie and I usually devote our Sundays to relaxation and reading. She’ll work her way through a pile of books as I look through...

A panoramic view of rugged, rocky terrain under a dramatic sky filled with clouds. The sun breaks through, casting light over the landscape.
A panoramic view of rugged, rocky terrain under a dramatic sky filled with clouds. The sun breaks through, casting light over the landscape.

Lake Union Fireworks

July 4, 2004
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LAKE UNION, SEATTLE, WA :: To celebrate the 4th of July, Kristie and I watched the fireworks show over Lake Union. We grabbed a couple lawn chairs, walked down the...

A view from inside a rock formation looking up towards the sky, with a ladder leading out.
A view from inside a rock formation looking up towards the sky, with a ladder leading out.

Night of the Bunnies

June 27, 2004
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WOODLAND PARK, SEATTLE, WA :: Kristie and I enjoy going on walks together around town. I like to bring my camera along, just in case something strikes me as photoworthy....

A serene view of Rainy Lake with Cascade Mountain in the background, featuring clear waters and a rugged mountain peak.
A serene view of Rainy Lake with Cascade Mountain in the background, featuring clear waters and a rugged mountain peak.

Panda Cake

June 12, 2004
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: Wow, lucky me! On this weekend, Kristie once again possessed a powerful urge to exercise her creativity in the form of baked goods. Usually this results...

A tabby cat sits on a wooden floor next to a window, looking outside with a purple toy nearby.
A tabby cat sits on a wooden floor next to a window, looking outside with a purple toy nearby.

Burke-Gilman Beer Mile

May 15, 2004
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BURKE-GILMAN TRAIL, SEATTLE, WA :: Official Beer Mile Rules: 1. Each competitor drinks four cans of beer and completes four laps (Start – beer/lap, beer/lap, beer/lap,...

A vast desert scene with rocky hills, sparse vegetation, and a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.
A vast desert scene with rocky hills, sparse vegetation, and a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.

The Centipede

December 17, 2003
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FREMONT, SEATTLE, WA :: An arcade machine. Every boy dreams of having one. I guess I never stopped dreaming. I built one! The idea for the project started when I...

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