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Sophia and the sea.
My journal from absolute beginner, to first mate and beyond!

Welcome to my journal. Here is where you will find my thoughts and records as I learn the ropes and experience what life is like on a boat.

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My Journey to driving

| Sophia | Sophia and the sea

If you asked me five years ago, I would have said “never in a million years would I be driving a boat before a car!”.

We’ve come a long way since buying the Oriental Lady in late 2021. I know that all I’ve learnt so far, and all that I want to learn over these next few years will help me in many ways throughout my life.