Christmas Eve at Crystal Mountain
Washington Amanda Washington Amanda

Christmas Eve at Crystal Mountain

So, I'm not a skier, and I've learned that this isn't a great way to start a conversation with anyone who lives in Washington. Skiing is a very normal part of the culture out here and I'd say 90% of the people who grew up here have been skiing since the day they could walk.

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Snowshoeing at Skyline Lake
Washington Amanda Washington Amanda

Snowshoeing at Skyline Lake

The four-day Thanksgiving break was so wonderful, wasn't it? I got to meet some of Adam's extended family for the first time and they welcomed me with open arms. It was such a fun weekend getting to know everyone!

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Beacon Rock
Washington Amanda Washington Amanda

Beacon Rock

On our way home from camping in Oregon this past weekend, we stopped at Beacon Rock in Vancouver, Washington and hiked our way up to the top.

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Memorial Day Weekend
Idaho, Montana Amanda Idaho, Montana Amanda

Memorial Day Weekend

Over Memorial Day weekend, Adam and I went on a road trip to Missoula, Montana for a Jenny Lewis concert. (Yep.) She's coming to Washington this summer, but sadly I won't be able to attend any of those shows, so because I'm a crazy fangirl, I bought us tickets to see her in a city seven hours away from Seattle.

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Five Random Facts:

  • I've been a vegetarian for over half my life. 🌱

  • I have a bachelor's degree in Linguistics and Cultural Studies.

  • Rilo Kiley is my all-time favorite band.

  • I hate bananas! 😝

  • My dream travel destination is Antarctica.

About Me:

Hi, I’m Amanda and Little Tranquility is a place where I share bits and pieces of my life as a traveler, photographer, and toddler mom living on Bainbridge Island, Washington.

In my free time, I enjoy running, baking, brushing up on my Mandarin, and trying to pet every cat I see. Thanks for stopping by!