Sometimes the holidays are about road trips. This Thanksgiving was one of those for my family.

This year we headed out to see family in the California Central Valley.

Lucia’s tales from antics with her friends and dance exercises in the backseat.

Ana capturing bits of inspiration by scribbling down notes and snapping photos.

Levi taking it all in, listening to music on his headphones.

Out and back in a day, healthy dose of good food, football, good people, soul fortified, thankful for so much, thankful for ALL.

That’s the lesson, spend the time when you can, and embrace it all with gratitude.

Let’s carry that lesson into the new year, lead that way, embrace the gratitude.