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For the man, this was just another day at the studio. For me, it was a rare occasion to watch the perfect amalgamation of creativity and energy. #manatwork #markandtaapsi #photography #portrait #headshot #photographer #saturday #weekendvibes #weekend (at Chelsea (Manhattan))

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09.10.17 Man, dog and coffee. It was one hell of a camping trip. #camping #summer #sunshine #nature #weekend #weekendvibes #markandtaapsi #doglover #getaway (at Dingmans Campground)

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Two weeks on the road have come to an end! We spent our time in California meeting family and friends (some of whom we hadn't seen in a year), driving through beautiful landscape between Los Angeles and San Fransisco, and celebrating three birthdays - Mark's parents and his own. This is also my mother's birthday month. Lots to celebrate and be grateful for with @markbennington We'll be back to the west coast sooner than later. I'm sure of that. #summer #roadtrip #family #markandtaapsi #travel #california #outwest #birthday #celebration #sunshine #future (at San Francisco, California)

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I spent the last three days talking to Minneapolis residents about local elections and ranked choice voting. I conducted my research at the local election office which is also where candidates running for the 2017 municipal election have to file their registration. The staff was so warm and welcoming. I had heard before that Minnesotans are like that. This time I really experienced it! #research #work #travel #userresearch #government #elections #voting #public #civicdesign #city #people (at Minneapolis City Hall)

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I love my saris. I need the smallest of excuses to drape one. I'm already thinking of the four new gorgeous saris ma bought me a few months ago... Can't wait to play with them! #sari #drape #culture #indian #india #summer #cotton #fabindia #woman #curves #fashion #picnicinthepark #markandtaapsi #summerlovin (at Central Park)

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08.06.17. Bhangra in the park. Today we picnic-ed and heard Apache Indian and Punjabi MC while munching on cheese and sun-dried tomatoes, and slurping tequila. #picnic #summer #summerinthepark #newyork #love #markandtaapsi #music #musicfestival #live (at SummerStage NYC)

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Had an afternoon date with the mother-in-law at Long Beach, California. She suggested we meet at the Queen Mary, a retired ship and one of the most glorious Trans-Atlantic liners of the early 20th century. The ship once functioned as a luxury cruise ship as well as a cargo and passenger ship during the Second World War. If you get a chance, definitely check it out. Along with beautiful vistas of the beach, the walk through the ship is a passage in time. You also get to see the world's longest Lego model of a ship. #tourism #california #summer #attraction #beach #history #travel #family #markandtaapsi #workvacation

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Lake Tahoe, you did good. I will take with me memories of gigantic pine cones, miniscule chipmunks, snow capped mountains, summer heat, glistening waters, caramelized peaches, and a hungry bear. The best conference ever. #workvacation #california #summer #nature #work #vacation #travel #conference #elections #voting #wanderlust (at South Lake Tahoe, California)

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Had a long, wonderful day yesterday trying to figure out how California counties are getting ready to change their voting practices in poll centers to vote centers. We capped off the day with dinner and drinks overlooking the second deepest lake in the United States (593m or 1,945ft). #elections #voting #electiongeek #nature #conference #learning #administration (at Riva Grill Lake Tahoe)

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Spotted a California bear a few feet from our Airbnb rental in the hills of Lake Tahoe! Scary and exhilirating at the same time. I'm mighty glad it didn't come up to our porch looking for food... That would have been plain scary. #wild #wilderness #nature #habitat #wildlife #bear #california #ecosystem #man (at South Lake Tahoe, California)

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Another amazing location, another promising conference. This time with California election administrators. #work #elections #design #civicdesign #travel #conference #scenic (at South Lake Tahoe, California)

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Dog distracted by new body parts following unhappy shower. #grateful #dogday #bath #pet #kitchensink #summer #dog #grooming #clean

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My first attempt at making sourdough bread. I'd call that a success, and my taste buds agree. Shout out to Whitney Q. without whom I would have discarded my batter...twice. (swipe right for more pics) #cooking #bread #missingmyman #kitchen #food #firsttime #baker #learn #markandtaapsi

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There is something overwhelmingly calming about being in the mountains. Some say it's the "fractal patterns" or symmetry of the naturally formed peaks and valleys. I've also heard it could be the color green which symbolizes survival - we came from nature, and can successfully live in it. I think it's something more prosaic. There is literally nothing here that triggers the anxieties that come with city life - no traffic, no city sounds, no buildings, not many people even. This type of living is probably not everyone's cup of tea. I'd give it a shot. #mountains #nature #natural #beauty #life #choices #sunkissed #markandtaapsi (at Maroon Bells)

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6:45am walk in the mountains, and then a talk called "The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Healthier, Happier, and More Creative." This trip to Aspen is exactly what my mind and body needs right now. And the vibe just keeps getting better! #festival #people #ideas #summer #gathering #sharing #mountains #nature #health #happiness (at Aspen Ideas Festival)

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Opening ceremony at the Aspen Ideas Festival. #scholar #festival #ideas #mountwin #nature #talk #gathering #people (at Aspen Ideas Festival)

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Tonight, at dinner, Patsy Cline met Louis Armstrong. #dinner #karaoke #music #oldies #night #thursday #tavern (at The Brightside Tavern)