1.
As soon as I get on my boat, something inside me changes. Then I really feel what living is.
Laura Dekker
2.
Over a period of 11 months I was constantly afraid that Youth Care would lock me up. It was all a frightening and traumatic experience. So often these terrible memories come to me. I can't ignore them.
Laura Dekker
3.
I follow my own head. And if Im determined to do something, then Ill make sure that I make it happen.
Laura Dekker
4.
Since I was 10 years old, I knew I wanted to sail around the world.
Laura Dekker
5.
At sea, I feel comfortable and I come to rest.
Laura Dekker
6.
I was four when I first stood at the helm on my own.
Laura Dekker
7.
I really like boats. If you want to go somewhere, you just take your house with you.
Laura Dekker
8.
It was really weird dealing with the media. I had no idea how to handle it.
Laura Dekker