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Backpacker Magazine Covers

Here in Seattle things are warming up. Everything is green, glowing with the warmth and vibrancy of spring. A few days have been warm enough to trick me into believing it’s summer already. And with the sunshine comes that old familiar itch: to camp, to hike, to fish. To be outdoors with the people I love, away from the tired concrete of the city. To experience grass beneath my feet, dirt under my fingernails, and campfire smoke lingering in the fabric of my clothes. I’m ready for summer.

At the moment I’m trapped behind a desk. And while I can’t be outdoors right now, I certainly can’t be stopped from thinking about it. I also intend to make YOU think about it.

I recently discovered a little blog post over on Cohabitaire with a number of sweet Backpacker Magazine covers from the 70s. Apparently you can view all the back issues in full over on Google Books. As a lover of design, hiking, and cool old things, these are right up my alley. I love the strong, simple typography, the faded colors, and the epic photography. As we gear up for summer and all it’s wonders, I thought you all might enjoy a little shot of outdoor goodness to hold you over until your next adventure. Enjoy.

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No Comments by on May 17, 2012
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The Hipster’s Workout Mix

Life is too short to listen to bad music.

Of course, “bad” music is a judgement call, and while I’m certainly opinionated on the matter, I’d never begrudge my fellow man or woman a guilty pleasure or two. That said, if I never have to listen to another over-produced, hyper-catchy, Top 40 turd tune again… well frankly I probably wouldn’t notice because I avoid that crap like the plague.

Yet it still bothers me that people waste hour upon precious hour consuming the musical equivalent of Twizzlers in the name of exercise. To our great delight, Theresa and I have been given the opportunity to improve the situation however slightly (thank you, Kellee!).

We are pleased to present you our “100% awesome” workout mix. It has been carefully assembled to offer the maximum in musical quality, without sacrificing the pump-you-up factor we all need to push through that last set. We sincerely hope it makes your next workout something to look forward to.

MP3 Download: Part 1
MP3 Download: Part 2

Grooveshark Playlist

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NOTE: This post was originally written as a guest post on behalf of EveryMove, a rewards based health and fitness site. What they are doing is pretty cool, and if you’re looking for a little motivation on your quest for fitness you should head on over to their website to have a look.

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Track List*

  1. Older Together – Blacklight Dinner Party
  2. The Prayer – Bloc Party
  3. The Ghost Inside – Broken Bells
  4. Odessa – Caribou
  5. Dancing on Our Graves – The Cave Singers
  6. This Head I Hold – Electric Guest
  7. Guns + Horses – Ellie Goulding
  8. Sea Lion Woman – Feist
  9. Howl – Florence + The Machine
  10. Pumped Up Kicks – Foster the People
  11. Heart of Steel – Galactic
  12. Original Sin – Geographer
  13. Hold On – Hot Chip
  14. Burning Bridges – K-OS
  15. In for the Kill – La Roux
  16. Get Some – Lykke Li
  17. $20 – M.I.A.
  18. Viices – ::M∆DE:IN:HEIGHTS::
  19. Steve McQueen – M83
  20. Mowgli’s Road – Marina and the Diamonds
  21. Young Blood – The Naked & Famous
  22. Moth’s Wings – Passion Pit
  23. Don’t Move – Phantogram
  24. Fences – Phoenix
  25. Hungry Like The Wolf – POP ETC
  26. I Say Fever – Ramona Falls
  27. The Moneymaker – Rilo Kiley
  28. L.E.S. Artistes – Santigold
  29. I Turn My Camera On – Spoon
  30. Machu Piccu – The Strokes

*Listed alphabetically by artist. Intended to be played on shuffle.

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1 Comment by on May 12, 2012
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Couples in Clothes

I recently re-discovered Two Kools, a style blog by Karen of Where did u get that. This blog is primarily street shots that Karen has taken of couples in NYC looking cool together.

Every once in a while Elias and I get dressed, stand in the mirror together and say, “We look pretty darn good together!”. However, we have never been photographed for a couples style blog… we could take some cues. Hey Elias, looks like we each need a pair of maroon pants.

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No Comments by on May 10, 2012
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Photo Definition Friday: Littoral

Littoral:
Pertaining to the shore of a lake, sea, or ocean.

Theresa’s choice by Kennet Mohrman

Elias’ choice by new legs

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1 Comment by on May 4, 2012
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Jesse Thomas King

Once again I had the privilege of being present for the birth of my nephew. On April 15, 2012, Jesse Thomas King was welcomed into the world by a small group of family in the wee small hours of the morning.

This is the second time I have been behind the lens for the birth of a baby. The first time was for Owen, Jesse’s older brother. I had no idea what to expect and I was a bit terrified to be a part of this personal process. This time around I was able to step into the hospital room with a fair knowledge of what to expect.

I suppose in some ways a birth is a birth, but even though we had all been-there-done-that with Owen, this felt new and special in its own way. Since Jesse was born at night, the hospital was quieter, the welcome group was smaller, and the entire process felt a bit more intimate.

I was looking back at the photos of Owen’s birth and noticed a distinctly different feel to them. Even though it was a different room, different lighting, different time and space, there is something more to it than that. I can’t really explain it and perhaps it is just me.

Maybe it is simply because they are different, tiny, people. Whatever it is, I am thrilled to have been there for the first breath of both Owen and now Jesse. I can’t wait to see how different or alike they grow up to be. Thank you to their parents, Mary Frances, and Josh for allowing me to be a part of this precious time.

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2 Comments by on April 30, 2012
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It’s Better In The Wind

It’s Better in the Wind – Soundtrack Announcement from Scott Toepfer on Vimeo.

Time for a random little bit of manliness people! This week I’ve spent more time than I care to admit drooling over upgrade parts for my little 1978 Honda CB400. It was recently knocked over by some DB (that’s code for “douchebag” for those of you over 40 who might be reading this). This unfortunate occurrence has rendered it undriveable until I can replace the broken rearview mirror, and get a new, unbent, handlebar assembly. Lame. But also a good excuse to scope out some potential modifications.

To make a long story short, in the course of my internet odyssey I discovered Scott Toepfer. Hot dang. This guy is living the life. Not only does he get to ride around on wicked sweet custom motorcycles all the time, he’s also taking gorgeous analog photos of them, and working on a short film to accompany it all. Hello Scott. I’m your new biggest fan.

If like me, you totally love this kind of stuff, please enjoy this small selection of photographs. If you want more you should check out his book Chasing Horizons on Blurb, or just go peruse his website, It’s Better in the Wind.

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2 Comments by on April 19, 2012
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Honthrietta

When we were little her favorite song was “Hungry Eyes” but she thought it was “Honthrietta”, so that’s how we sang it.

She had this cute little lavender jacket that wasn’t really a coat, more of a blazer but we thought it was a petticoat, so that’s what we called it.

How embarrassing for our parents.

Happy birthday sister, I love you!

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2 Comments by on April 15, 2012
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Through the ocean I do roam

Not many can say that they have stood with a herd of buffalo. I can, and now Elias can say the same. My Dad’s Sister and Brother-in-law live in Quincy, WA and own a herd of buffalo. A couple of Sundays ago Elias, Andrea, and I met my Dad halfway and spent the day roaming the land that looks out over the Colombia River Gorge.

I have been wanting to take Elias there to see the buffalo, meet my Quincy family, and explore the land. This was the perfect opportunity. The sun was shining and although the buffalo were shy, the company was kind. We had a beautiful day.

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No Comments by on April 14, 2012
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Photo Definition Friday: Antiquated

Antiquated:
Very old; aged. Too old to be fashionable, suitable, or useful; outmoded, obsolete.

Theresa’s choice by Hugues Erre

Elias’ choice by Julia Galdo

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No Comments by on April 13, 2012
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Living with a Lion

I love these photos from the 1970′s. They have been floating around the blog world for a while now and every time I see them I am captivated. They look so staged, like the lion is not real but an exceptional replica.

Aside from the fact that these people are playing in a pool and reading newspaper to a gigantic lion, the colors and feel of these photos are incredible. They make me want to step into their world, lay down on that flowered sofa, and bury my hands in the mane of that roaring lion.

Photos from Retronaut.

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2 Comments by on April 6, 2012
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