[Placeholder paragraph] I grew up somewhere with a lot of sky, and I have been looking for coastlines ever since. This is where Joshua tells the story in his own voice — the early years, the work, the friends who will be on the ship.

[Placeholder paragraph] Then the part about meeting Dorina. Where it was, what was said, and how quickly it became obvious. Keep it honest and a little funny — the guests already know the ending.

[Placeholder paragraph] Close with Curaçao: why a synagogue with sand on the floor, why a week at sea, and what he is most looking forward to about having everyone in one place.