In this warm and reflective episode of Yarns With Linda and Preston, the pair share stories about travel, rest, and rediscovering the magic in our own backyard. As holiday season approaches, they explore the pressures families face to create the “perfect” getaway and how true relaxation often comes from slowing down, connecting with people, and appreciating the land beneath our feet.
Show Notes
- Reflections on the fast-approaching holiday season and why so many of us feel pressure to “make it perfect.”
- Linda and Preston discuss how stress, expectation, and cost can steal the joy from a getaway.
- The beauty of slow travel — caravanning, camping, and connecting with locals.
- Why Australia’s diversity offers endless opportunities for learning, rest, and reflection.
- Preston shares stories from travelling across regional and remote Australia through work and community visits.
- Linda’s memories of a healing pilgrimage to Central Australia and family time in Hawaii.
- The lessons of local knowledge, storytelling, and listening to the Country’s rhythm.
- A reflection on privilege, gratitude, and perspective — finding richness in simplicity.
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