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#365Project for 2026
Valerie | PNW | hobbyist | she/her

Avatar: tilted white mannequin head with blonde hair looking up. Banner: windows and benches on WA Ferry.

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yw photos 📸 @ywphotos.bsky.social · Mar 3
Hello! I’m Valerie. I ran the all-film photoblog your waitress for 15 years. Today I live in Kansas City, MO. This is my photo-only account. My personal account is @yourwaitress.bsky.social.

Self-portrait with my SX-70, 2018. Austin, TX.

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Color instant photo. Self-portrait of Valerie holding a Polaroid SX-70 camera up to a bathroom mirror.
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Day 148 of my #365project. Can you find the rabbit? You can see them in the early mornings and afternoons here in Bothell, WA.
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A rabbit sits in tall green grass and lush foliage near the base of a tree.
May 29, 2026 at 1:52 AM
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Day 147 of my #365project. Great laurel at Rhody Ridge Arboretum in Bothell, WA.
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White rhododendron flowers with green leaves in the background and fallen white petals scattered on the ground in the foreground.
May 28, 2026 at 1:56 AM
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Day 146 of my #365project. Interesting seat placement in the flexible section on my bus to the office in Bothell, WA today. Loved the armrests and adjustable headrests too.
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Interior view of an empty bus with blue seats featuring a green swirl pattern.
May 27, 2026 at 1:33 AM
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Day 145 of my #365project. Horse parking at Bothell Feed in Bothell, WA.
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A life-size decorative horse wearing a pink and blue blanket stands on a display in front of a building with a "Self Serve Dog Wash" sign.
May 27, 2026 at 1:28 AM
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Day 144 of my #365project. Critical area protection area on the edge of a suburb in Bothell, WA.
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A white sign attached to a gray metal railing in front of a dense, sunlit forest reads "Critical Area Protection Area." The sign provides information about wildlife habitat protection and includes a black-and-white silhouette illustration of a heron and an amphibian.
May 25, 2026 at 5:31 AM
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Day 142 of my #365project. Taking a chill rest day with my buddy #CatnamedYoda.
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A close-up, profile portrait of a long-haired, black and white Persian cat with striking yellow-green eyes, looking intently out a bright window.
May 23, 2026 at 10:06 PM
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Day 141 of my #365project. Suburbia hits different here. From a walk in Bothell, WA.
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A quiet, tree-lined residential street curves gently into the distance under a bright, partly cloudy sky. The road is bordered by dense green bushes and tall, mature trees that arch over the path, casting soft shadows. A small yellow fire hydrant is visible on the grassy verge on the right side of the road.
May 23, 2026 at 2:33 AM
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Day 141 of my #365project. I spy something yellow in Bothell, WA.
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A bright yellow fire hydrant stands on a concrete base in a grassy area scattered with pinecones, positioned in front of a rustic wooden split-rail fence and leafy trees, with a small sign labeled "BOUNDARY" attached to a nearby fence post.
May 22, 2026 at 1:54 AM
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Day 140 of my #365project. The shed at Rhody Ridge Arboretum in Bothell, WA.
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A black and white, soft-focus photograph of a small, rustic wooden shed nestled in a wooded area. The cabin features vertical wood paneling, a small square window on its side, and a door with glass panes, all viewed through overhanging tree branches that frame the structure.
May 21, 2026 at 3:09 AM
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Day 139 of my #365project. All the bees were buzzing around the azaleas today on my walk in Bothell, WA. Trying to get back in the habit of walking after dinner instead of doomscrolling or mindlessly watching tv after work.
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A lush, dense cluster of vibrant pink rhododendron flowers in full bloom, interspersed with dark green leaves.
May 20, 2026 at 2:53 AM
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Day 138 of my #365project. Pioneer Building in Mount Vernon, WA.
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The entrance to a brick building labeled "Pioneer Building," featuring a red awning over a glass-paned doorway marked with the number 302, with a bicycle parked against the wall beside a window with closed blinds.
May 19, 2026 at 3:15 AM
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Day 137 of my #365project. No lies detected in Mount Vernon, WA.
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A black-and-white close-up photograph of a sticker attached to a rough, vertical wooden post. The sticker displays a stylized black-and-white illustration of a man’s face, with the text "DICkless TrAiTOR" printed in block letters above the portrait. A blurry background shows a glimpse of an outdoor setting with a white vehicle.
May 18, 2026 at 3:17 AM
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Day 136 of my #365project. Floral details in Mount Vernom, WA.
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A plaque on a textured red brick wall displays the text "R.V. WELTS BUILDING." Beneath the plaque, a horizontal decorative band features red floral emblems inside green rings on a white background, set above a solid, dark-red foundation.
May 17, 2026 at 3:45 AM
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Day 135 of my #365project. Hotel President Apartments with AD 1909 written underneath on South 1st Street in Mount Vernon, WA.
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A white brick building with windows and the inscription "AD 1909" stands under a bright blue sky, with green trees and a lamppost in the foreground.
May 16, 2026 at 2:27 AM
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Day 134 of my #365project. New desktop setup for my remote work days. Lots of screen space and room to work in front. Don’t talk to me about the cord management because it is a hot mess right now.
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A modern desk setup featuring a laptop and two monitors displaying serene landscape wallpapers, a white ergonomic keyboard with a wrist rest, a small desk fan, a white computer mouse, and a bedside lamp.
May 15, 2026 at 2:35 AM
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Day 133 of my #365project. Cute coffee roastery, Dorothea on South 1st Street in Mount Vernon, WA.
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A bright blue folding table and chairs are set up outside a modern coffee shop with a wooden counter.
May 14, 2026 at 1:20 AM
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Day 132 of my #365project. First commute to the new job’s office. Most days I’m working remotely but it is nice to meet the team in person some days. Weird being in a non-restaurant corporate role but I am grateful for the benefits and change of pace.
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#transit
Interior view of a vintage bus with dark patterned seats, metal poles, and large windows showing a residential street outside.
May 13, 2026 at 1:28 AM
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Day 131 of my #365project. Division Street Bridge over the Skagit River in Mount Vernon, WA.
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Black and white image of a truss bridge spanning a wide river, with lush trees lining the banks under a bright sky.
May 12, 2026 at 2:07 AM
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Day 130 of my #365project. Say hello to Coco. She is my brother’s new puppy who arrived yesterday. Already stealing hearts and shoes. Hasn’t met the cat yet. I’m sure they will be pals eventually.
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A tri-colored Bernedoodle puppy lies on bright green grass, looking directly at the camera with a curious expression.
May 11, 2026 at 1:52 AM
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Day 129 of my #365project. Cider and reflections at BluWater Bistro overlooking Lake Washington in the Leschi neighborhood in Seattle, WA.
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A tall glass of golden-hued beverage, filled with ice and condensation, sits on a dark, reflective table in front of a window. Silhouetted figures are visible inside, some seated, others standing, with a bright sky and blue hanging lights outside.
May 10, 2026 at 4:51 AM
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Day 128 of my #365project. Sunset at the marina in Kirkland, WA.
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Silhouetted sailboats and motor yachts docked in a marina at sunset, with reflections on the calm water and a warm, hazy sky.
May 9, 2026 at 4:56 AM
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Day 127 of my #365project. I very rarely get my nails painted. My SIL treated me to a mani pedi at Herbal Nails in Bothell, WA. I went for nude on my fingers for the new job and purple on my toes for sandal weather. The massage chair was my favorite part.
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Close-up of a hand and feet showing freshly painted nails. The fingernails are painted a glossy brown, and the toenails are painted a dark purple with yellow toe separators. The background shows a tiled floor and pedicure chairs in a salon setting.
May 8, 2026 at 4:24 AM
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Day 126 of my #365project. More tulips in Skagit Valley in Mount Vernon, WA at RoozenGaarde. The world is a hot mess. Stop and enjoy the flowers when you find them.
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Vast field of white and pink tulips under a bright blue sky with mountains in the background.
May 7, 2026 at 3:00 AM
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Day 125 of my #365project. Ticket booth of the Lincoln Theatre built in 1926 in Mount Vernon, WA. It has a Wurlitzer organ in the original installation and is kept going as a movie and event theatre with volunteers.
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A tan ticket booth with "100" displayed above a window where a person in a hat and striped shirt is visible. Two framed posters are on the lower front of the booth, and two large wooden double doors are behind it.
May 6, 2026 at 1:56 AM
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Day 124 of my #365project. Happy #StarWars Day! Three for the birthday boy. My beloved Jedi #CatnamedYoda turns 15 today! So grateful this rescued adventurer came into my life. May your treat bowls be filled and #MayThe4th be with you.
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A fluffy black and white cat with long white whiskers sits in sunlight by a window. A fluffy black and white cat with bright green eyes lies on a textured grey carpet, looking up at two toy mice. A black and white fluffy cat lies on its back on a grey carpet, looking up at a small grey toy mouse.
May 4, 2026 at 6:13 PM