Tag Archives: outdoor

Summertime in the Sunshine

Posted on July 13, 2012 by Carrie

The last time I left you, we were eyeballs deep in moving boxes and spring was in full swing.  Since then we have moved into the city, toured through two states on a family vacation, and welcomed sunny summertime to … Continue reading →

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I think it’s finally here…

Posted on April 22, 2012 by Carrie

I think Spring is finally here.  This is what the thermometer read just before lunchtime yesterday. The birds noticed too and are busy telling everyone who will listen.  The trees and shrubs also got busy playing catch-up.  I think nearly … Continue reading →

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Everyone Gets a Snow Day

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Carrie

You might have seen it on the news.  There’s strange weather afoot in Seattle – it’s not raining.  The city is quiet as everyone has settled in to hibernate for a few days.  Or work from home.  Whatever your preference. … Continue reading →

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We’re Married!

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Carrie

Yes folks, we tied the knot.  We are officially Mr. and Mrs. G.  It was a tiring effort for such a small ceremony, but it was so worth it! For those of you who haven’t been following the details, I’ll … Continue reading →

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Over the mountains and through the woods

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Carrie

Pardon me for playing catch up with a bunch of behind-posts, but I wanted to share this adventure.  Several weeks ago, when I was recovering from a nasty cold, Fiance asked if I was up for a car ride to … Continue reading →

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The One Where I Catch Up

Posted on June 11, 2011 by Carrie

Yikes!  It’s been a seriously long time since I’ve been able to write.  Hopefully things are evening out a bit now so that I’ll be able to insert regular writing back into my routine. Here are the highlights: The new … Continue reading →

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Spring Fever

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Carrie

I spent last week on spring break with my family in Memphis.  The weather was gorgeous nearly all week, with temps in the 70’s and 80’s.  I even got a bit of sunburn on my face and scalp (a drawback … Continue reading →

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Tiger Mountain State Forest: Chirico Trail

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Carrie

Okay, how often is it that your sweetie plans a day off to hang out with you in anticipation of working like a crazy man for the next week and a half?  Bonus points for my man.  Then how often … Continue reading →

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Snoqualmie Falls Viewpoint

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Carrie

Yet again, Mother Nature delivered a fabulously sunny day for hiking.  And yet again, I took advantage of it. I decided to head for the Snoqualmie Falls Viewpoint at the end of the Preston-Snoqalmie Rail-Trail.  This there-and-back hike was about … Continue reading →

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Mercer Slough Nature Park

Posted on January 13, 2011 by Carrie

Monday woke to clear, cold weather and I decided to shift my workout plans for the week to accommodate.  Instead of the two mile exercise video in my living room, I opted for the two mile hike through Mercer Slough … Continue reading →

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