The airport code is SLO and it’s been a good place to be after a decided manic December. My grandmother was a really special woman- but our family is really spread out and it wasn’t possible to be together after she passed away last February. My family has been blessed with more than enough resources to have a beautiful time together.

Real slow.

Conveniently provided at our accommodation…

Aussie relatives note the entirely different night sky.

Going to get dinner.

Hearst Castle library. Absurd, but amazing.

Living fully often means filling every moment, but having some downtime is just as important. My family is as different as the geography that we inhabit, but a shared love for each other, and great food makes time together easy. Workouts with my nephews, talking business with my uncle and brothers, and music together with everyone are a perfect way to recharge for 2015 adventures.

Perfect weather.

Lots of eating. Lots.

Start them early!

Brothers. Strong.

Many thanks to Dustin for facilitating my Red Eye connection in Portland.

4am in PDX.