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Hey look even the weirdest of world travelers need to be a normie tourist every so often, aight? I'd been wanting to hit the #EmpireStateBuilding since my teenage years like most kids. Finally did it at 40. It's a tourist trap, but goddamn it's gorgeous from up top!! . . . . . . #Tourist #WorldTraveler #TravelsAndTunes #NYC #BigApple #NewYorkCity #TheRareSelfie #Selfie #Smiles #City #America #HappySkoi #ILoveNewYork #GettingIt #HighInTheSky #Manhattan https://www.instagram.com/p/CdJrQ_NvCz3/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Decided last night that even though I can't stand much of where Instacrack has gone over the past few years since the Zuckerfuck takeover, I take way too many decent to great photos not to share. My new goal for the winter is to wake up and share a photo every (other) morning. At the same time I'm out there every day hoping someone develops the new Instagram, one where it's back to the celebration of photos, not recycled TikTok videos, memes, and the hogwash world of the influencer. I'm setting my daily reminder now. I hope I keep up on this. .................................... This was taken at the #Traintracks at my secret meditative spot to think down on the #Waterfront in #Edmonds #Washington on September 24th, 2020. . . . . #Sunset #SunsetChaser #ColorsInTheVoid #Green #Humans #EdmondsKindOfDay #OurSpot #BlueCloudySky #RelaxALittle #PugetSound #Ocean #Water #StonesOnTheBeach https://www.instagram.com/p/CV5013pPuPn/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Had an absolute blast at #311 last night! What an odd and interesting and awesome moment of worlds colliding. I hadn't seen my friend Nathan since apparently 10 years ago or something according to him. He came to my brother Brian's Celebration of Life a few weeks ago and mentioned that 311 was playing in town soon. Nathan and I and our younger brothers used to see 311 over and over again as teens in the 90s. He graciously offered a ticket and I graciously accepted. My awesome old friend and ex from high school Amy was also at the Celebration of Life. We had seen 311 together before back in high school, so we hit her up also. Then we added Terry, my brother from another mother and BFF of the last 20 years, and his GF to the roster. It was my past and my present colliding in a really strange, but really heartwarming and fulfilling way. I hadn't seen @311 since seeing them with my brother, which was definitely the last concert we went to together, as he had kids over the years and that just wasn't really a thing that could happen often anymore. I had some very emotional moments during the show which were heavy but good to work through, and overall it was just a glorious evening with old and new friends. My heart feels full and it was just good to see the band that I loved so much as a teen again. (Sidebar: you can also see another homie @adamalistic photobombing us after the show 🤣.) ❤️🤘❤️ (at Wamu Theater) https://www.instagram.com/p/CU1BfdsJKsW/?utm_medium=tumblr

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So I had not seen live music or any music over a PA of any type since March 8th 2020. After having evacuated the fire in Northern California, I was left with some free time on my hands. My first shows back ended up being PHISH AT THE GORGE (August 27-29, 2021) 554 days later. I could go into a long drawn out post about how absolutely breathtaking and spiritual these shows were for me, but to keep it short I'm going to say this: I needed this. That badly. 2020 was such a fucked year on so many levels, that to finally get to see one of my hands down favorite bands again at my home court venue, which happens to be the best of the best for live music in the country, left me crying like a baby in the best ways for days. Pure joy in all the best ways. New and old friends, the music, the new Kuroda rig, the painting that is the Gorge...ALL. OF. IT. I have been reminded as to one of the reasons I enjoy being stuck on this rock with a bunch of humans: MUSIC. MUSIC. MUSIC. Godfuckingdamnit I love Phish!!! . . . . . . #Phish #TheGorge #Gorge #PNW #PacificNorthwest #ColumbiaRiver #LiveMusic #JamBand #ChrisKuroda #KurodaRig #LifeIsADream #RealLifePainting #ItsAllHappening #Thankful #ILoveThisBand #AllMyFriendsComeBackwardsDownTheNumberline #TornAndFrayed #SOAM #JamItOut #HeavenOnEarth #TheBoysFromVermont #PhishIsLife https://www.instagram.com/p/CT71m8APhrq/?utm_medium=tumblr

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I was safely evacuated from the #MomumentFire last week. We had a bit of a scare from a CHP Sheriff, which left us in a moment of running for our lives, which ended up being not completely the case, but all too real at the same time. I've been through moments like this before, but this was just intense enough that it was more traumatic in certain ways. Thankfully it was a scare and everyone on the land made it out alive and healthy. This was over a week ago now and I have not really had the space to completely process just how intense that evening was, or the fact that I'm now without a job, and just spent three months working an insane amount of hours, to only have it taken away by the forces of #MotherNature. My friend has his property burning, my other friend who lives there is now homeless for the moment, and wewe have been told this could go on for another month before we're really allowed back up to the property. I'm sitting here staring at the ocean breathing clean air feeling oddly blank today. I sat with my feet in the sand wondering what's next and nothing was coming back except the sound of the waves crashing on the beach. Once again I feel humbled. I feel sad and upset, I feel thankful I'm alive, I feel uneasy about what's to come, and I feel uncertain in general, while doing my best to remain open. I'm not really sure what to say. It's been a really really long year and a half for me. I tried to take a step in the direction of putting myself back out there to get myself back on track and I was answered with a #Wildfire in front of my face. Heavy contemplation today. I am once again reminded to remind everyone that life is short, very precious, and can be taken from you or anyone around you at any moment. Love those around you and remind them how much you love them. After losing my brother last year, and now this, it's very plainly obvious that I need to remember all the time just how precious this short time we have on this Earth really is. I'm not sure what's to come next...so with that said, 'sure don't know what I'm going for, but I'm gonna go for it for sure.' . . . . . . #ThankYourFirefighters #Smoke #NorthernCalifornia #HappyToBeHere https://www.instagram.com/p/CSfmlo9JejK/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Just another day in the life in the middle of nowhere. . . . . . . #ThottyThursday #NaturalHabitat #Dirtbike #650cc #WorkingMyAssOff #AllDayEveryDay #BlueCloudySky #RideOrDie #MiddleOfNowhere #ImInDaWoods #FuckMyBackHurts #RareSelfieMoment #Selfie #WhyAmILikeThis https://www.instagram.com/p/CRpPN3Gs6ru/?utm_medium=tumblr

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You never know what you'll find out in the hills. This particular friend collects old motorcycles from across the planet, along with over 30 Schwinn bicycles, as a hobby. He slowly fixes them up and restores them, and does a damn good job at it. These are still works in progress. . . . . . . #ImInDaWoods #Trinity #Motorcycles #Classic #Yamaha #Montesa #TwoWheelsAreBetterThanFour #Braaap #CafeRacer #BackCountry #MiddleOfNowhere #Collection #Restoration #Motorbikes #OldSchool #SimpleLife #Silence #OnTheRoadAgain https://www.instagram.com/p/COzO6EWsXxK/?igshid=ep5urk3t66gu

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As one may have noticed, I haven't felt like posting much on Instagram lately as I honestly haven't been doing much lately. Instagram has become a place for me that reminds me of a happier and lighter self of mine that existed for many years that has been lost for the last couple of years. 2020 was not a fun year for me or my family or just about anyone out there. I find myself looking back at Old Instagram posts seeing how much I was tackling Life by the balls and wanting so much to get back to that place, and so even in the somewhat unmotivated space I am in these days, I am telling myself through this beautiful photo I'm posting right now that 2021 is time for me to get back on my feet and back out there doing what I love which is enjoying life, taking photos, droning videos, and traveling this beautiful planet we have. While you all get to read this, I'm posting these words for myself as a reminder that I need this and want this for myself. Now, it's time to make it happen. Skoi will be back. I have hugs for all of you. . . . . . . #Sunset #Ballard #Seattle #Life #PurpleSky (at Ballard, Seattle) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMI7U0Ost8L/?igshid=1ruemyp9vkij0

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Twas an Edmonds kind of sunset. . . . . . . . . #Edmonds #PNW #WashingtonState #NorthOfSeattle #ItsAnEdmondsKindOfDay #Sunset #Boats #Masts #Shadows #Lines #Clouds #FireInTheSky https://www.instagram.com/p/CKCUkkXMkyQ/?igshid=123ajsyn1zbg6

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There was this one time at Golden Gardens... #Sunset #Motorcyle #TwoWheelsAreBetterThanFour #Nature_Perfection #Seattle #PNW #PacificNorthwest #YamahaBolt #RubberDown (at Golden Gardens Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CIqylDfps_T/?igshid=un5oal5c45ie

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It's been more than a glorious month out here at the 'ol 70. Head full of thoughts today. It's been so nice not thinking about Coronaworld for the last month, and within days I'm going to be back in it. Being down here has reminded me that the Simple Life really is where I belong, especially if there's no live music or film in the cities. I must return to Seattle for a winter I'm not looking forward to, but have many thoughts in my head as to what's next... The past few years have been pretty bumpy for me on a few accounts... getting fucked over by a friend/business partner for a grip of cash, going through a heavy depression, moving back to Seattle, and losing my brother this year. Not my favorite couple years. What will the future bring after I leave the property? I'm not entirely sure at the moment, but I'm ready for a big upswing in positivity in my life and am ready to make some changes and shifts to head back in that direction. As far as farm life goes... I'm pretty sure I'll be back at it next year. Life...is a strange one, but I'm ready and willing to see what's next, and I want to make my brother proud, and make sure he knows I'll be happy, whatever it takes. Let's do this life. . . . . . . #Upper70 #U70 #BumpInTheRoad #Life #TheRoadOfLife #WhereNext #TimeToStepItUp #FallIsInTheAir #OldSchool #SimplerTimes #SimpleLife https://www.instagram.com/p/CHWOYg7JUPz/?igshid=iy3m8fnl58kk

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I never in my life thought I knew what the feeling of being an Uncle would be until it happened. Then it happened, and I have to say, it is one magical feeling. I am going to do everything in my power to make sure these two beautiful kids of my brother's grow up happy and with all the love they can get from their family as possible. Zak and Blake are turning out to have just as much personality as anyone with the Lass Blood would. Zak is just as organized and OCD as his Dad, and Blake is already thinking she's a dinosaur and roaring at boys around the playground. They completely crack me up. I absolutely adore these kiddos ♥️. Family. It's what matters. . . . . . . . . #Family #Uncle #UncleSkoi #UncleShawn #Progeny #Beardo #NieceAndNephew #Niece #Nephew #UncleLife #Love #AllTheLove #FamilyIsEverything #FamilyIsWhatMatters https://www.instagram.com/p/CFh-Jl9pja5/?igshid=miiv7emmy1cp

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These are my parents. They are by far two of the most amazing human beings and parents anyone ever could have asked for being born into a planet plagued with problems. Our family has not had an easy year. I haven't been very vocal about it here on Instagram, as there is a post coming about it I just haven't been up to making yet. Within three months my family and I lost my brother and my grandmother. During Covid. During the country falling to shit due to lack of leadership. During protests for the black community who are still seeking their right to exist as human beings in this fucked up country called the United States of America. I do not know how to tell the world how much I love my parents and how much I know they are two of the most special human beings on this entire planet. They lost a son this year, and they are still going. They are the force behind who made me who I am today. They are two absolutely beyond special people, and I know those of you have met them know this. We as a family are grieving, and will be for a while. For life really. With that said, because we are the Lass Family, we are making the decision to do our best to not move on, but to move forward. I just want the world to know how much these two mean to me, and how much I wish the rest of the world could grow up with parents as uniquely beautiful as mine. I love you Mickey and Diane. More than the world itself. Jeff, my brother, I have more love for you than you'll ever know. Family is what is important people. Not how many likes your post is getting. Not if your car got scratched yesterday. Not if your fucking Amazon package didn't arrive on time. Not the post on Facecrack and someone else's opinion. Not worrying about what the Idiot in Charge did today. Family. Family. Family. Family. Family is what is important. Take it from someone who lost their Brother this summer - GO LOVE YOUR FAMILY, and as much as you possibly can. It's what matters. Mickey and Diane...thank you for assisting in the process of who I am today. I would be nothing without the two of you. I love you both. . . . . . . #Family #MyParents #Love #LoveYourFamily #Parents #PacNW #Seattle #GoldenGardens (at Golden Gardens Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CE8TVXtpfhk/?igshid=1jaxjdkr59xlp

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I recently started riding a bicycle again for exercise. It's been good for the mind, body, and soul, and especially the #LockdownPounds that may have accumulated since March. I'm not as avid of a #Graffiti poster as the homie @plusruss, but I do find some gems from time to time, and these bike rides have definitely been full of some gems. Enjoy. . . . . . . #Seattle #StreetArt #GraffitiArt #Graf #Spraypaint #Ballard #BurkeGilmanTrail #206Love #Interbay #Art #StreetShooter #StreetPhotography #IG_OnStandy #NoFilter #HDR #PedalsAreFunToo #MotorcyclesAreStillBetter #TankerTruck #Colors #ColorsInTheVoid #RanOutOfHashtags (at Ballard, Seattle) https://www.instagram.com/p/CE5EyoAJrjb/?igshid=13zcr236gwqtv

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You would have been 16 today Judith. Three days later you left the Earth to be among the stars. I'm still so proud of you for making it to 15 Bear. In a year I have said goodbye to you, my brother, and my grandmother, and in the year, I never could have imagined needing you more than I need you right now. I miss you and your purring, your snuggles, you undivided love for me. I miss you barking a meow at me when I'd come home. I miss our times out at the farm when it was just you and me for months. You were the love of my live for 15 years. You put up with my shit better than anyone. You were my Queen. So much has happened this year that I have failed to keep you in my mind as much as I had hoped. For that I am sorry. I just want you to know how much I love you. I miss you Judith. Thank you so much for blessing me with your soft and gentle energy for so many years. You were and will always be the best feline companion a man could have ever asked for. If there is some sort of existence beyond this physical plane, I hope you are taking care of Brian right now. I miss you and I love you, and Happy Birthday Bear. ♥️😿♥️ https://www.instagram.com/p/CEugY-3pdGe/?igshid=e1hn7nkkohrc

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Little helmet selfie action from watching the sunset on my purrmachine from the other night. . . . . . . . . #SafetyFirst #🤘🤘🤘 #YamahaBolt #Yamaha #Motorcyle #BadlanderMoto #VTwin #BlackedOut #VanceAndHines #942cc #RSpec #TwoWheelsAreBetterThanFour #RideOrDie #ModernHorse #PurrBetweenMyLegs #Braaap #NoBeginningAndNoEnd #RubberDown #RideSafe #SunsetVibes #Seattle #GoldenGardens (at Golden Gardens Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDZZKQsJ0aj/?igshid=5gi5pmmixmqj

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Annnnnnnnnd in reference to the last post... #YouSonOfABitchImIn #ThreeAmigos #TheHillAtTheMeadow #TheMeadow #HowDidIWindUpHere #NotAllWhoWanderAreLost #OhBaby #SeltzerSessions #Ooooooooops https://www.instagram.com/p/CDXqpLUJszq/?igshid=1xxowar5pnaz7