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    From Padel to Power Cuts: Life in Lagos

    Another two weeks of adventure, activities, and some unforgettable bites have flown by. And yes, unless you’ve been living off-grid (like we briefly did), you’ve probably heard about the power outage in Portugal that lasted almost twelve hours! Total blackout, but sadly not the romantic candlelit kind. The lights went out on Monday, April 28th, around 11:30am. Right before lunch. Which meant my poor air fryer had to take an…
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    Two Weeks of Adventure: Exploring the Algarve with a Friend

    It’s been about two weeks since my last update, and that’s because I had a friend visiting me. I took a few days off from work and played tourist in the Algarve with him. The weather wasn’t always on our side, but we had an absolute blast. Ready to dive into the adventure with me? Let’s go! One of our first stops was the old town of Lagos. Finally, I…
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    Hiking, Healing & A Hint of Magic: Last Week in Lagos

    Lagos is basically my therapist at this point. I'm making more progress than ever—who knew sunshine and adventure were this effective? At this rate, I’ll be an enlightened monk by summer. Back in the Netherlands, my biggest weekly adventure was choosing a different supermarket aisle, and the people that I've met and connected with are so great. To anyone who's considering to ever take the jump and go on a…
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    Feet in the Mud, Heart in the Moment: Last Week in Lagos

    I've been putting off writing this first blog like a kid avoiding homework—but here we are! At first, I wanted it to be flawless, but then I remembered... this is my adventure, and perfection is overrated. So, hop on board as I dive into new places, fresh perspectives, and the unexpected twists of life! At this moment, I'm residing in Lagos, Portugal. I've been here for a little over one…