Local Travel Ideas

Beyond thankful for a fantastic week long visit from the man, the myth, the legend himself, UK (Uncle Kevin). Somehow we always find ways to keep ourselves entertained. More importantly, you can thank him for not having to sleep on cardboard boxes for sheets in the guest room when you come to visit in Monterey, because the man knows how to put his touch (just a pinch of southern charm) on a new place.

Oh and did I say we both love wine?

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Small Change/Big Impact

Yesterday afternoon I wasn’t able to focus.

I couldn’t put the creator hat on and start grinding towards my finished product I have In my mind for a couple projects.

So instead of sitting there and not keep falling into a cycle of not getting things done, I made a change.

I got outside, and went watched the sunset.

It gave me everything I needed yesterday afternoon to revitalize me.

When you’re not getting the results you want, just make a small commitment to change something, anything.

That little change could be a cup of coffee or a quick walk.

The speed of your results are directly related to the speed of your ability to make changes and innovate yourself as much as you’re innovating your product.

What small change do you need to make right now to get the results you need tomorrow?

Now it’s time to get back to work, because the sun may have set again here, but today isn’t over.

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Here's to Adventure in 2020

Favorite photo of the new year, and officially my new iPhone background.

Last year, I tried to constantly one up my morning views, so that each place was a completely different view than the last.

This year, I'm really looking forward to seeing the local beauty you can find in your own neighborhood.

You don't have to go far to find the views that are make you take a step back and just say "Whoa".

But sometimes you do have to work at it, and even go back to the same place over and over again until you see a place in a way that connects with you.

This photo represents the awesome adventures that are to be had this year, not too far from my new home!

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Move to Get To a Place That Will Move You

Last night's sunset on the beach was amazing.

And I didn't get to see it!

Looking at this photo this morning (and doing some light* editing) allowed me to appreciate how far I've come. . I think early last year, I had a little bit of a mantra "Do things that excite you".

If I could go back in time and give myself an updated mantra last year it would be "Don't just do things that excite you; do things that move you."

Sometimes you have to move to get a place that will move you.

All I could think about yesterday, literally all day, was hitting the beach in my new locale.

I got home late yesterday, and I felt discouraged because the sun had literally just set as I got home.

But I didn't want to lose an opportunity, so I threw on my running shoes and got out to the beach.

Would this photo have been better if I had gotten to the beach right before sunset?

Maybe.

But the point is I didn't, and enjoyed these views just as much if not more because I chose to go for that run.

Move to places that move you, and do it imperfectly, because it's those imperfections that make life way more interesting.

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Travel and Measuring Up

If there's anything I've learned about travel, never fall into the trap of legalism. It's never about how many stamps you have on your passport, or what you think you have to do based on what your friends told you they did, what matters is how you travel, and the process you go through during your travels.

Travel speaks to all of us in different ways.

It shows us things about ourselves that we've buried deep, and other things that we never knew were there.

So If we keep focusing on our so called "metrics" of how much we travel, instead of the process of how we lived during our travels, then we become victims to our own devices.

Next time you travel, try focusing on how you spend your time with yourself, I mean really dig deep there and see what's inside.

Then have faith, because the rest will work itself out.

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Hiking at Sunrise...

Got up early today to get some miles in!

Sunrise hikes are the best way to reconnect with yourself, get in touch with nature, and refine your focus.

Here's to more hikes like this one in 2020 in this magnificent place.

Saying hello from my new home, Monterey, CA!

Now let's get that bread this week!

P.S. RIP beard.

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It Takes Work (but You Got This!)

No matter where you’re at, no matter what dark hole you find yourself at the bottom of, no matter what corner of the planet or galaxy you find you yourself in, you can get back, you can get home, you can pull yourself out.

It takes work. It takes doing a shit ton of things that don’t make sense at the time. Knowing that they’ll pay off down the road. It takes looking into yourself and seeing what’s there, doing an assessment and working with what you got.⠀

I can’t promise you you’ll end up where you think you’re suppose to be, but if you do the work, and let him work, you’ll end up where you’re meant to be. Because it’s something greater than your journey, or your path. It’s your destiny. And your time is now, because you’re alive right now, so go out and seize it.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

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Sweet Moments and Celebrations

When life gives you those sweet moments to share with those who matter most to you, celebrations are in order.

And what better place to celebrate in than New Orleans.

Thanks so much to Phil and Jean for the bottle of Veuve Clicquot that we all got to share in!

Having been to Champagne, France, when you open a bottle of champagne, and not just any sparkling wine, you have a little greater sense of appreciation for the people who crafted these fantastic products.

Even more fun is being able to share insights and stories from these places you’ve been to and being able to explain the why behind the wine.

Not to mention, dining at little local eateries like Oak Oven Restaurant just adds to the ambience of an evening out.

P.S. Happy birthday to the big guy, UK. Tonight will be quite the soirée!

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Catching Up With an Old Friend

Had the best weekend seeing friends and meeting up with this guy!

Fernando was my platoon sergeant back in the day. We spent the better part of a year, in a hmmwv together, moving through snow drifts and desert sands. Some of the best moments of my life! Can’t believe how long it’s been.

Now he’s on to bigger and better things with a beautiful family, retired and living the good life in Germany! Can’t wait to visit again!

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From Mentor to Friend

The best part about traveling is getting to reconnect with people face to face that I haven’t seen in a long time. Also one simple joy I have is buying a coffee, or drink or meal for someone when you get to connect or reconnect. I see it as a small token of gratitude when someone gives you part of their most valuable resource, their time. It’s always funny when you catch up with the people that have showed you those simple joys in the first place and they are still the ones buying your meal.

Let me tell about this man right here. He’s been a rock and stalwart example in my life for more than 15 years now. What started out as him mentoring me in youth group and setting a example for me, has now developed into a lifelong friendship. Jeff is truly one of the best out there and has spent decades in ministry.

He is now transitioning into a new “career” as a real estate agent here in one of the fastest growing areas in the country working for one of the top real estate brokerages in the state.
What hasn’t changed is his sense of selfless service to people and families.

Always a pleasure to reconnect and can’t wait to see all the great things you’ll do for the community in the coming years Jeff! If I’ve learned anything from you, it’s that you should always have someone mentoring you and someone you’re mentoring yourself!

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PGA Celebration: Endings and Beginnings

Had a presidential weekend here in Indian Wells. Celebrated Dad’s service as a PGA Officer the last six years, and got to witness history in seeing the PGA elect it’s first woman as president. The best is yet to come.

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You Don't Always Have to Know Where You're Going

You don’t always have to know where you’re going. Sometimes you’ll just know when you get there.

Had one of those weekends this past weekend that reminds you why we do it. It’s always about the people around you. While being in the field can feel like you’re missing out, being present and in the moment will remind you of the amazing people you already spend too much time with at work.
Between transiting 25 miles by foot and cooking up some tasty tacos I’d say it was a successful weekend.

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