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Departure Planning

Departure Planning

Departure Planningflohjoe
Published on: 06/07/2026

A quiet reflection from the African mangroves about departure planning, paperwork, leaving Santana behind for the rainy season, and the nervous logistics of flying to Europe with Janjo.

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End-of-Year Reflection from a Sailboat in Cabo Verde

End-of-Year Reflection from a Sailboat in Cabo Verde

End-of-Year Reflection from a Sailboat in Cabo Verdeflohjoe
Published on: 03/01/2026

Anchored off São Nicolau, I look back on betrayal, burnout, and reset—plus where Santana is headed next.

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