I can’t fathom how this year bumped along so slowly and at the same time so quickly.

As we wrap up 2024, I would have to say the slow down from being at home and spending more time with the kids has given me ample time to reflect on everything.

Perspectives on how to react to situations, being more patient with the kids+wife and even myself, and reconfiguring my career approach have really been highlights on how I was in this very insular, hyper-corporate-focused rat race.

Spending time out on the West coast and seeing what others do in nature has me wondering if that’s an element that’s been missing? Spending more time outdoors and away from the screens, less time worrying and more time enjoying and being intentional with each breath.

I am so thrilled with being outdoors and taking the time to be with nature I’m even considering getting a Rivian R1T so we can throw the bikes and crap in the pickup and go!