I've seen that street food tours can really bring people closer. We ended up trying dishes we never would have alone, and it sparked some great conversations. It was a simple way to connect without any pressure.
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Showerthought: I finally get why out-and-back routes exist
You hit on something big about how our focus changes. I had that happen on a long canyon hike years ago. I was so tired on the way back that I was just staring at my feet. That's when I noticed these tiny fossil shells in the rock that I completely missed when I was full of energy and looking at the big views ahead. It taught me that being tired or walking the other way forces you to see a different layer of the place. Now I almost enjoy that worn out return trip because it feels like a whole new trail.
