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By Kate, 28 August 2010

On the way back to DC we took a little detour. We passed through the ever-lovely North Dakota to visit Neil’s folks… full of things like large Paul Bunyan statutes:

And random buildings shaped like monster-fish:

We then hit the exotic territory that is Canada.

Upon entering the country we were immediately surrounded by Canadian geese. Seriously. Here’s proof:

We hit up the Washington DC of Canada: Ottawa.

We went to one of the best vegan restaurants ever, which also happens to have the best name for a restaurant ever: Perfection, Satisfaction, Promise. It was perfect; we were satisfied, as promised.

And, of course, in Neil’s quest to visit all world heritage sites on the planet, we visited the Rideau Canal.

We also had a chance to do a little camping in Canada (FYI camping in Canada is just as awful as camping in the US, but it was at a beautiful spot).

We all know how I feel about camping:

We also visited Toronto, which is so awesome we didn’t even have time to snap many photos. We went to the Canadian Textile Museum where I discovered the most amazing people on earth, and one beautiful way to dress, and why I now want to move to Panama.

On the last stop before DC, we got to stop and see our niece Lily and her mom Anne. Our other friend Jason, who we  also visited, informed us that he has stopped reading our blog because, “it’s just full of baby pictures.” In an attempt not to tarnish this reputation:

Uncle Neil and Lily having a ball. (Well, at least Lily is )

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By Kate, 21 August 2010

Canada was amazing in many ways.

Amazingly large.

Amazingly beautiful.

Full of amazing inventions (see video above).

More pics and video to come.

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By Kate, 11 August 2010

Today we start our trip back to D.C. via North Dakota and Toronto.

Viva la vida!

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By Kate, 1 August 2010

We took a family vacation with our little cousins to Jackson Wyoming and Yellowstone. On “the way home” Neil took another detour back through Yellowstone with the top down in my dad’s Z3. Not to be an elitist, but seriously, this is the only way to go. When we came across a buffalo on the road, in lieu of stopping and waiting for it to pass, Neil decided to drive up to it. Thinking these moments might be our last, I decided to at least get them on tape. (see video clip above)

Also upon Neil’s life-threatening whim, and intense desire to see a bear, we went crashing down into a ravine in search in of a black bear. And, we found it. (more photos to come)

At my dear mother’s insistence we went for a round of old timey photos in Jackson Hole.

Mountain man!

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By Kate, 20 June 2010

We went down to Southern Utah for a family reunion of Neil’s mom’s side of the family. It was a whirlwind trip, but well worth it.

We got to take a peep into Byrce Canyon National Park.

Neil got some good shots, as always.

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By Kate, 2 June 2010

We took a trip to Humbolt County, CA this weekend. We camped in the redwoods, attended the Kinetic Sculpture Race and generally had a grand ol’ time.

B-I-G trees!

Rock Band

I heart camping!

We also visited Neil’s dream house complete with bicycle powered T.V.

And furniture made of old cardboard boxes:

L-o-t-s of car time!!!!!!!!!!!!

And a pit stop at the Salt Flats.

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By Kate, 18 July 2009

That’s right folks, hot off the presses. After a visit to DC on Wed to visit some schools we (and by that I mean I) have arrived at a decision. I am going to be transferring to American University, Washington College of Law in the Fall [yes, that is the school that did NOT let me in for last fall... NO, I AM NOT BITTER!!!]

Actually, I am really pleased with the way things are going and am really excited about my new school.

Neil is mostly happy because it means more nerd stuff to do like take pictures with C3PO… actually he is excited about school prospects for him in the DC area too (part of the reason for the switch).

As you can see, we also made time for the American History Museum… which to my great devastation got rid of the old-time American ice cream parlour… which WAS its greatest feature [as far as my 5th grade memory serves me].

Another downside of an otherwise pleasant journay was the TOWING INCIDENT

In which our car was towed onto the grass & we got a BIG, FAT TICKET.

Nothing like being forced to pose for a picture with your towed car as millions of annoyed commuters zoom by. Ah, they joy of being the wife of an amateur photographer.

LONG LIVE DC!!

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By Kate, 30 May 2009

We’ve arrived in NY! Below is the route we took. (If anyone every tries to convince you that driving across the country is “not that bad”… DO NOT LISTEN!) It was quite the haul.
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We had two friends with us to help with the driving and to add to the good times. Aside from the absolutely no sleep, good times were had by all.

Neil’s favorite state, Wisconsin.

We rented bikes in Minnesota’s Lake Itasca where the headwaters of the Mississippi are.

Neil tried out the 3-wheeler.

Best part of the trip was visiting with Neil’s parents. Having great food & fun times. Neil even went on a shopping spree with his Pops. Nothing like shopping in Fargo!

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By Kate, 3 February 2009

We have decided to drive to Mexico City for spring break. Yep, that’s right. We may as well just drive to Florida. Actually, Neil and Jason are driving down & I’m flying to meet them a week later (since missing law school for a week would be like missing $17,000 of classes). If you’re no fool, you’ll find a cheap ticket & join us. It’s much cheaper to fly out of Tijuana, FYI (you only have to risk your life getting across the border & to the airport). Just buy a one-way ticket & you can score a ride with us in the lap-of-luxury skunk moblie on the way back. Worth it.