HOW IM LIVING MY DREAM; 23yr old FEMALE SOLO-Sailor, Freedive Instructor, Captain & Marine Biologist

Welcome to my blog post where I will be discussing some of the fascinating topics covered in the YouTube video titled "HOW IM LIVING MY DREAM; 23yr old FEMALE SOLO-Sailor, Freedive Instructor, Captain & Marine Biologist". This video takes us on a journey with a young and inspiring woman who has defied societal norms and pursued her passions fearlessly. As she drops anchor and shares her story under the beautiful night sky, we get a glimpse into her history with sailing, her love for the Bahamas, and her journey towards becoming a marine biologist. Join me as we dive deeper into her captivating adventure and unravel the determination and courage behind her dream of living at sea.

Heading 1: Growing Up in the Bahamas: A Family Tradition and Love for the Ocean

Growing up in the Bahamas has been a cherished family tradition that has instilled in me a deep love and connection to the ocean. From a young age, my parents and grandfather brought our entire family to these beautiful islands every summer, creating memories that have lasted a lifetime. I still remember my first visit here when I was just a few months old, sleeping in a drawer on our boat. It was the start of something truly special.

As I got older, my passion for the ocean grew stronger. In middle school, my mom mentioned the possibility of studying marine biology. I had always been drawn to the ocean, but I didn’t even realize that marine biology was a field of study. However, her words sparked something within me, and from that moment on, I became determined to pursue a career in marine biology. Throughout high school, I took online classes and had the opportunity to do research in a marine biology lab, further solidifying my passion for the field. After much consideration, I decided to attend Nova Southeastern in Fort Lauderdale, as it was not only a great school for marine biology, but also because my grandfather lived there, allowing me to be close to family.

Heading 2: Discovering a Passion for Marine Biology and Choosing a Path

Once upon a time, in the beautiful Bahamian waters, a young adventurous soul found her true calling. It all started with yearly family trips to the Bahamas, where she developed a deep love and connection with the ocean. From the tender age of three or four months old, she slept on a boat, creating memories that would last a lifetime. These annual trips became a cherished tradition for her big and close-knit family, eagerly anticipated as the highlight of every year.

As she grew older, a pivotal moment came when her mother mentioned the field of marine biology. Though she had grown up landlocked in Missouri, the idea ignited a spark within her. Starting in eighth grade, she began exploring colleges that offered programs in marine biology. It was during this time that she had the opportunity to visit various labs and experience firsthand the wonders of marine science. The more she learned, the more her passion blossomed. She knew that her future lay beneath the waves, and she was determined to chart her course accordingly.

In high school, she delved deeper into her marine biology studies, taking online classes and even engaging in science research. One particularly influential course taught by an advanced biology teacher further solidified her love for the subject. With every passing semester, her commitment to pursuing her dreams grew stronger. Eventually, she faced the difficult decision of choosing a college. After careful consideration, she found herself drawn to Nova Southeastern in Fort Lauderdale, partly due to its proximity to her beloved grandfather.

And so, our young adventurer set sail on a new chapter of her journey, ready to dive headfirst into the world of marine biology. Little did she know the incredible experiences, discoveries, and challenges that awaited her as she embarked on this remarkable path. Stay tuned to unravel the rest of her captivating story and witness the wonders she would encounter beneath the surface of the vast ocean.

Heading 3: Pursuing Dreams and Overcoming Challenges: From Missouri to Fort Lauderdale

In Pursuing Dreams and Overcoming Challenges: From Missouri to Fort Lauderdale, I want to share my personal journey and how it has shaped my passion for sailing and the Bahamas. As a kid, I didn’t know much about boating or the ocean until my parents and grandfather introduced me to the wonders of the Bahamas. Since then, it has become a cherished tradition for our close-knit family to spend summers here. Those trips created lasting memories and sparked my love for this beautiful place.

In middle school, my mom mentioned marine biology as a potential career path for me, and it immediately caught my interest. I started exploring colleges that offered marine biology programs and had the opportunity to visit various labs, which was both educational and exciting. Although I briefly considered staying in Missouri due to my cheerleading commitments, I knew deep down that my passion lay in the marine sciences. So, by my senior year in high school, I had found my path and decided to attend Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale. The fact that my grandfather lived there also played a significant role in my decision. Being close to home was important to me, and it gave me a sense of comfort as I pursued my dreams in the marine biology field. So there you have it, my journey from a young girl exploring the waters of the Bahamas to a 23-year-old female solo-sailor, freedive instructor, captain, and marine biologist. The path was not always clear, but my love for the ocean and my curiosity about marine life led me to where I am today.

Growing up, my family had a tradition of spending summers in the Bahamas. It was during these trips that I fell in love with the beauty of the ocean and the thrill of being out on a boat. Sleeping on a boat with my family became a cherished memory, and the Bahamas became my second home.

In middle school, my mom mentioned the possibility of pursuing marine biology as a career. I was intrigued by the idea and decided to explore it further. In eighth grade, we started visiting colleges with marine biology programs, and I was captivated by the labs and the opportunities they offered.

Throughout high school, I continued to delve deeper into marine biology, taking online classes and participating in science research projects. I discovered a passion for coral research, which further solidified my decision to pursue marine biology in college.

After much consideration, I chose Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, primarily because my grandfather lived there and I needed a familiar environment to ease my transition.

Now, at 23 years old, I find myself living my dream. I am sailing solo, exploring new waters, sharing my love for the ocean as a freedive instructor, captaining my own ship, and working as a marine biologist to study and protect the marine life that captivates me. It hasn’t always been easy, but it has been incredibly rewarding.

So here’s to following your passions, embracing the unknown, and living your dreams. The journey may not always be straightforward, but with determination and a sense of adventure, you too can find yourself living a life that fulfills you. Thank you for joining me on this incredible ride, and I look forward to sharing more of my adventures with you in the episodes to come.