For Christmas I went to Tucson for a couple of days with my dad and brother. It was great to see my dad’s family again, especially because I hadn’t seen them in 6 years. The goal of the trip was the bond with my family, but we were also able to visit a couple of scenic areas in and around Tucson.

On the road to Mt. Lemmon.

Saguaro National Park.

My dad and brother.

BBQ at my Aunt’s house.

Aside from spending time with my family and going to these beautiful places, the best part of the trip was that while we were driving to Tucson, my dad told my brother and I this: “I love surprises. Like, I love it when I go somewhere and I find something new that I wasn’t expecting. But I have to say, the best surprise of my life was how much I’ve enjoyed having you two kids.”

This coming from a guy who never wanted kids means a whole lot to me.