Easing US-Iran tensions and a less 'crisis-y' Hormuz situation are supposedly impacting global oil prices and trade. For the Pescadero expat, this merely translates to another item on the list of things happening far, far away. As long as the SUV can make it to the nearest pristine beach break and back, the geopolitical chess match for global energy dominance remains firmly in the "who cares?" column. The main concern? Getting that perfect morning barrel before the crowds arrive.