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Journalism BA + #MarComm Masters + award-winning kids author. Working on memoir & MG. My Mama’s People: The Crow Nation. #GoZags #GoHuskies #GoGriz #GoSeahawks

Washington State
Joined February 2009
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London is a city we'll never tire of visiting. 🇬🇧 From revisiting @libertylondon and @nottinghill_ldn to exploring @theyardscoventgarden, we found shopping, food, charming streets and some hilarious signs. Until next time, London! ❤️ #LoveLondon #CityAdventures #TravelMemories
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One of my favorite discoveries in Piran was @nikastinyhouse. Her charming tiny houses and Piran-inspired art from driftwood collected from the sea. We brought home one of her pieces as a reminder. Sun, alleyways, Adriatic views, sunsets. We’ll be back! 🇸🇮 #Piran #TravelMemories
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Venice stole our hearts! 🇮🇹 We loved meeting local artists Stefania (@Paperoowl), whose handcrafted paper creations are incredible, and Daniela (@la.lepre_ceramicavenezia)whose beautiful ceramics and workshops bring stories to life. Even in a heat wave, we ❤️ Venice #Venice
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After six difficult months, we finally took time to recharge and celebrate my 50th birthday and our upcoming 20th anniversary. ❤️ Grateful for the family and friends who carried us through. Our @TrekTravel Dolomites adventure was the perfect reset. #Dolomites #GratefulHeart
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Way to go Seahawks! 🏈🏈🏈
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Our final stop before heading home was Williamsburg, VA. My Williamsburg Top 3: 
1️⃣ Colonial Ghost Tour 
2️⃣ The Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum 
3️⃣ The Williamsburg Christmas Market #CourtTravels #WilliamsburgVA #ColonialWilliamsburg #EastCoastTravel
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When we arrived in Washington, DC, near our hotel we learned that two National Guard members had been shot nearby. ❤️‍🩹 My DC Top 3: 
1️⃣ The SPY Museum

2️⃣ Alexandria, VA

3️⃣ Shopping in Georgetown
 #CourtTravels #WashingtonDC #GeorgetownDC #AlexandriaVA #EastCoastTravel
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Recently traveled to NYC 

Here are my Top 3 fav things to do in NYC 🗽 
1️⃣ Walking the Brooklyn Bridge, the High Line, and Central Park (all on sunny days)

2️⃣ Catching Broadway shows, especially ART and Operation Mincemeat

3️⃣ Shopping in SOHO #CourtTravels #NYCTravel
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In Washington DC tonight. This is my view. Lots of police presence.
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🎃🍂 Step into fall @GordonSkagitFarms where pumpkins, squashes, and color-filled corners make autumn come alive. From heirloom stacks to cozy barn scenes and golden fields, it’s pure fall magic. ✨ 
#GordonSkagitFarms #PumpkinSeason #FallVibes #AutumnWander #MyFavePlaces
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Snuck in one more #PaddleBoard day thanks to 85 degree September weather today! #GetOutside #CourtPaddles
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When your neighbor leaves flowers on your front porch. ❤️
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