Many of us taking some well-deserved time off for the holidays — including myself.

But what makes this different than a normal vacation? Why do we look forward it to so much?

I was thinking this week: it’s the basics. The things we’ve craved for a millennia: belonging, warmth, reflection - coupled with a roof, food, and loved ones.

A simple formula that recharges us for the full year (decade?) ahead. Grateful to have this little slice of life.