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I’m not crying you are 🥺

Words can’t explain how proud I am of you already, how far you’ve came, or how far you will go. T-Griff you are the man and you’re not even a man yet. I am excited every day to wake up and see you and that will never change. I can not believe it’s already been 2 years but as they say…

Time flys when you’re having fun and raising you has been a blast. Now to all his loved ones say a prayer as we enter into this next phase of “terroiffic twos”. Yes I spelled that right because I can see he may try to be a terror but I have confidence he will still remain terrific. Happy birthday BabyBoy. #TGLH by @danny__man

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2 days ago

Some places make you slow down and just take it all in. ⛰️🇨🇻

Bar Restaurante Herolly, tucked away in the beautiful Paul Valley of Santo Antão, is another reminder that Cape Verde is full of breathtaking views waiting to be discovered.

#CapeVerde #HiddenGems #Explore #StayQognitive #GodFirstLaughSecond taken in Paul, Santo Antão by @danny__man

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6 days ago

How I talk to God about my son ❣️ by @danny__man

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7 days ago

Location change 🙂‍↔️

Quinta Da Melícia - Alojamento Was a tucked away oasis that led to great food and meeting great people. This is where I leaned on some of those 10 things to remember.

Talking to people led to meeting a great fighter and former UFC competitor. Outside his accolades he was a genuine person, family man, and entrepreneur. Great motivator for what we have in store for @ninety5eats.

Look forward to connecting in the States or the next time I’m in Sal.

#Explore #fyp #capeverde #stayqognitive #godfirstlaughsecond by @danny__man

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7 days ago

Travel isn’t just about seeing new places. Sometimes, it’s about seeing yourself, other people, and the world differently.

1. Slow down.
You don’t have to see everything. Sometimes sitting still, taking in the view, and actually being present is the experience.

2. Put the phone down.
Capture the memories, but don’t forget to actually live them. Not every moment needs to become content.

3. Try something new.
You didn’t travel all that way to stay inside your comfort zone. Try the food. Take the route. Experience something different.

4. Talk to people.
Some of the best parts of traveling come from the people you never planned on meeting. Don’t be afraid to start a conversation.

5. Be kind.
You never know what someone else is going through. A little patience, a smile, or a simple conversation can go a long way.

6.Be grateful. 🙏🏾
For the opportunity. For the people. For the experience. For simply being there.

7. Expect the unexpected.
Wrong turns, missed directions, language barriers, unexpected encounters… sometimes the things you didn’t plan become your favorite stories.

8. Trust your gut.
If something doesn’t feel right, listen to that feeling. You don’t always need an explanation to protect your peace.

9. Enjoy the people you came with. ❤️
Don’t get so focused on the next destination that you forget to enjoy the people you’re sharing the journey with. Those moments matter too.

10. Don’t compare your journey.
Your trip doesn’t have to look like someone else’s. Different budget, different itinerary, different experience. Enjoy your journey.

Travel has a way of reminding you how big this world is and how much more alike we all are than we realize. 🌍

#Travel #Capeverde #explore #explorepage✨ #stayQognitive by @danny__man

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12 days ago

Our first stay in Santo Antão

Not your average White Castle.

Beautiful views, great food, amazing service, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you slow down and appreciate where you are.

QuestelBlanq — “White Castle.” @questelbronq

A beautiful place, an unforgettable island, and the perfect start to our Santo Antão adventure.

#capeverde #fyp #travel #stayqognitive #explorepage by @danny__man

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13 days ago

We were just trying to get to our hotel… 😂

The map was questionable, the directions were questionable, but the GOAT was definitely real. 🐐

Thanks to our excellent captain… we made it.

The destination was great… but the journey was the story.

#Travel #capeverde #foryou #godfirstlaughsecond #stayqognitive by @danny__man

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14 days ago

Travel has a way of reminding you just how small you are in this big world. 🌍

No matter how far we go, we’re more alike than we think. Be kind. Stay humble. We’re all just trying to find our way.

#travelfyp #fyp #capeverde #stayqognitive #godfirstlaughsecond by @danny__man

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15 days ago

I rolled my ankle, but that doesn’t mean the work stops.

Sometimes pushing through doesn’t mean doing more. Sometimes it means switching it up, listening to your body, and finding another way forward.

No running today. We’re doing calisthenics instead.

The goal is to keep progressing without overdoing it and setting myself back even further.

Obstacles are part of the journey. Adapt. Stay consistent. Keep going.

#foryou #workoutmotivation #capeverde #godfirstlaughsecond #stayqognitive by @danny__man

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16 days ago

From São Vicente ➡️ Santo Antão 🇨🇻🌊

The journey starts with a ferry ride across the Atlantic, but the real adventure begins when you arrive.

New island. New views, New experiences, scary roads, but somehow, Cape Verde keeps getting more beautiful.

#CapeVerde #SantoAntao #SaoVicente #CapeVerdeTravel #stayqognitive by @danny__man

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17 days ago

Cachupa — a traditional Cape Verdean dish made with corn, beans, vegetables and a little bit of meat. It’s a slave dish that is hearty and flavorful. The flavor was really good, but I’m personally a fan of the fried version with a fried egg — Cachupa Refogada / Cachupa Guisada!

I would say this was a 8/10 🥈

#CapeVerde #Cachupa #FoodReview #godfirstlaughsecond #stayqognitive by @danny__man

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18 days ago

A day in the life of living in Cape Verde 🇨🇻🌍

Today was more than just getting a retwist. It was another reminder that living in a different country can teach you things about yourself that you never expected.

Being a foreigner here has made me think a lot about kindness, boundaries, and knowing when to help. In Cape Verde, you have to be mindful because sometimes people can pull on your heartstrings. And if you know me, you already know I’m basically a walking heart.

Because of the way I grew up, telling someone in need “no” has always been difficult for me. I’m still learning how to have compassion without losing myself in the process. How do you help people while still protecting your own peace? How do you know when someone genuinely needs help versus when your kindness is being taken advantage of?

I’m still figuring that balance out.

And that’s really what this journey is about — growing, learning, experiencing another culture, questioning the things I’ve believed for years, and hopefully learning something together along the way.

The Noza Series is also becoming a deeper part of that journey. I’ve used this substance for years, and now I’m honestly asking myself: Has it helped me over the years, held me back, or maybe been a little bit of both?

I don’t have all the answers yet. I’m just documenting the journey and figuring it out as I go.

🇨🇻 Follow along and see where this takes me.

Before I leave Cape Verde, what is something YOU want me to experience, try, see, or learn about?

Drop it in the comments 👇🏾

And if you want the full story, check out the full video on YouTube. 🎥
Link in bio.

#CapeVerde #LivingAbroad #travel #stayqognitive #GodFirstLaughSecond by @danny__man

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18 days ago