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The November wind was cold, and my fall jacket and tights weren’t doing much to help. The kind of cold that seeps into your fingertips and wraps itself around your ankles. The wind whipped my hair into my face as I climbed the stone steps, and even though I should’ve been uncomfortable, I barely noticed.
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There’s something magical about New York City. The busy sidewalks, the towering buildings, the sense that you can be anyone you want to be. A feeling of boundless hope. The city buzzes with energy, a rhythm all its own. But tucked inside of this busy metropolis are moments of calm and quiet. During our recent […]
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When Zach and I got married, we dreamed of honeymooning in Hawaii. Zach’s grandparents had honeymooned there, so we thought it would be the perfect place for us to visit too. But we quickly realized that Hawaii was simply not in the budget. We promised ourselves that someday we’d make it to Hawaii. And for […]
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Exploring Pike Place Market and the Seattle Waterfront After leaving Port Angeles in our rear view mirror, Zach and I headed into the heart of Seattle! We decided to explore Pike Place Market and the Seattle waterfront first. Seattle is an incredibly busy city but we were lucky to find parking just a few blocks […]
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