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 thes…

- Laura Dekker

It was really weird dealing with the media. I had no idea how to handle it.

- Laura Dekker

At sea, I feel comfortable and I come to rest.

- Laura Dekker

I really like boats. If you want to go somewhere, you just take your house with you.

- Laura Dekker

I follow my own head. And if Im determined to do something, then Ill make sure that I make it happen.

- Laura Dekker

As soon as I get on my boat, something inside me changes. Then I really feel what living is.

- Laura Dekker

I was four when I first stood at the helm on my own.

- Laura Dekker

Since I was 10 years old, I knew I wanted to sail around the world.

- Laura Dekker