Yep. Me too. I love how real and authentic these folks are in comparison to most creators on the platform. They’re truthful, raw and all their content is a rollercoaster up and down and up again from start to finish.
Watching Keith say goodbye to Finn says everything about the amazing father he is. Empty-nesting is hard (been there), but both of you should take pride and comfort in a job well done!
I can't believe how many years it's been since I watched you two driving to Ft Lauderdale to start the monohull life. I love you guys like family. Fairwinds!
Every time I watch Keith saying goodbye to one of the kids, it hits right in the heart. I know the feeling. You guys have and continue to do a great job raising those kids to be independent adults. Empty nest sucks, but knowing they can spread their wings without you is a different kind of reward in itself. Bless you both.
I am a general contractor and work hard enough day. And I went from 245 pound to 190 pounds. In about a year. It’s hard to describe how much better I feel, it’s amazing. Especially on the knees. I just stopped eating all sugar, candy and drinks and took up cycling
Choosing water as the only thing you drink can have huge results, with basically no effort. Carbonated water/soda water actually tastes a lot like soda, after you drink it for a while (your taste adapts to it). But it's still just _water,_ so it has 0 calories or sugar.
The tribute to Jane hit the feels. I lost my oldest son when he just turned 26. Parents ain’t designed to lose their children. Good journey on the diet plan Keith. If it works for you it will work for me. Rene, take it easy and y’all’s family stay safe. Fair winds. ❤God bless!
You’ve taught your children well and your awesome parents I’m sure Finn will do just great!! It’s the miss that’s so hard! God bless your whole family!!
I’m a big guy like Keith but a couple of years older. When he was talking about your daughter and his voice started breaking, it made me start to cry a little and I never cry. You never get over losing a little one. I’m sure you both have looked at all your kids and imagined what she would look like, how she would be and all the interactions with the family that might have been. God bless you both.
Keith. You are provider, you are a protector, you are a leader of your family! YOU ARE A REAL MAN! I look up to you Sir. God bless you and your beautiful family ❤️✝️🙏🏼 This episode just gutted me. I got no tears left. ❤
I'm crying watching the segment at the cemetery. I once considered a job taking family photos where they had a baby that didn't make it. Even though I knew that it would mean a lot to the family I just didn't think I could stand experiencing so much grief day after day. Kudos to those photographers who do such an important service.
Very touched by the video this week! As the father of four girls that have recently left the nest, I broke out in tears seeing Keith hug Finn good bye. And bringing Jane home to Montana is a beautiful thing. God bless from eastern Pa.
I fell in love with your family a short time after I started watching Sailing Zatara and the boy's channels. At times, I've been envious of the environment in which your children have grown up. I actually had tears in my eyes as Finn said goodbye to mom and dad. I wish you all many more happy adventures, and I'll be watching all of them.
So sad seeing you leave Finn in the mountains 😢. I love you are going to move your little one’s grave to Montana ❤️🩹. As always, I am looking forward to your next adventures!!🥰❤️
Such a wholesome episode. Shed a few tears about your angel baby. Thank you for sharing and being real about how much you love and cherish your family ❤ I continue to love love love your channel!
Wow, this was a tear jerker! So sorry about your baby girl! Glad you get to take her home to the ranch! Today is my niece’s birthday that was killed in a horrible ATV accident a few yrs ago. Raised her a good portion of her life so she felt like a daughter. Miss her every day! Safe travels to the boat!
been watching since 1st episode. I gotta say your story telling and film editing is something hollywood should be envious of. Living the dream and we all get to go with!
Keith!!! My Man!!!! We level in so many ways. Same age, same issues, same future personal plans. We even have the same body type, weight etc (I am a bit more handsome though LOL). I was diagnosed with Diabetes in March. Since then changed my diet, eliminated sugars and carbs and lost 30 pounds, now shooting for next 30.
I also lost a child (2 actually) and that pain never leaves you. Thank you for sharing that very real and raw moment. ❤ one of the hardest parts of moving for me was choosing to leave my sons grave even though I know it's not where their souls are.
Seeing and hearing Keith at Jane's grave site, I could not hold back the tears. For me, it brought the essence of the Whitaker family more sharply into focus - people who live each day as if it were a blessing and treasure those around them with the same deep love and appreciation. These truly are LIVES WELL LIVED. Thank you all for the kindness, love, and inspiration you bestow upon this troubled world.
It’s been over a year since i happened upon your channel. The boat life is so intriguing, but the family bond is what really makes things interesting. You don’t see it in everyday life. Also the fact that you have the ranch in Montane, gives a whole new perspective of how your life may change, but the family dynamics is still the same. Thanks for sharing. Always a pleasure to see the next adventure!
In 2005 we buried our 1 year old daughter, Emma Grace. I love watching you and your family. My two oldest daughters have now left the nest, and Mama and I are also all alone. Through it all God is GOOD!
I think it's time you guys start inviting adult couples to help out on the boat. Put a call out to couples around the world who want to be part of the Zatara crew.
Good job Keith, congratulations on a healthy life decision. We all want you and momma to be around for those grandkids you’re going to have. Good luck.
This one must have been pretty hard to make and put out. Thanks for sharing, you guys are a great family unit. My daughter is about horses and sailing and graduating soon, where does the time go.
Keith, regarding health drive, last year I made a change, by way of intermittent fasting, and shed 85 lbs. One meal a day, no snacks, no fast food, drinking water only, no additional exercise. Now embarking on another 2-3 months of the same to move the last 40 lbs, then that will be me done. Good luck on your journey.
How blessed your children are, to have a wonderful father and mother. Thank you for sharing your intimate moments with us. And as a mom to a 4 yr old son, I look up to your parenting style and family unit. 🙏🏻
What a bittersweet day ... launching your last child on his own amazing journey. That was one of my most difficult days when each of my 3 left home. You've raised them right so you know they'll be back. ❤
Watching you two say goodbye to Finn brought tears to my eyes. And I am not usually a teary kind of guy. And good to hear Keith that you are going to go on a health kick. There are no old fat people. Weigh yourself every morning and put it on a graph. Every morning. That's the key.
@@agates9383 Factually inaccurate. You can be obese and live to 100, I refer you to a very in depth study (1 of many) from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. But I digress. I was trying to be funny, glib as it were.
@@BSpinelli-l6s Anything is possible but I can tell you from personal experience, being 100lbs overweight has all kinds of negative effects on your health - especially joints and activity levels - not to mention being unfair to our wives, who wants to sleep with a blob. Show me the study that says your penis gets longer if you lose weight - I'd be shocked if that were true because if it is I got screwed🙂
Same here. I wish my dad was like that too but he was a good dad but just a real dick to my mom. He would never hurt me and my sis but he would hurt us through our mom's pain. Sad...
Im not crying! You're crying!!! Love how independent the kids have become!! So good for them to get out there and do some living on their own! But soooo darn hard to let go! Good luck to you all Love your channel
I really love you guys, Keith I am doing the Carnivore diet, Beef, Chicken, Fish, and eggs, and losing 1 pound every other day with not much exercise. However, 3 years ago I followed KETO 20 Grams a day with no exercise and lost 50 pounds in 6 months. Remember it's a marathon, not a race. I started this time with carnivore at 277 and this morning I weigh 258 after 3 weeks. No sugar, no diet drinks, for Dr. Ken Berry on RU-vid. I will be following you. It breaks my heart that you lost your girl all those years ago.
Renee and Keith, warmest wishes to you! I have just realized, your channel is the only one I have been watching for a long, long time, almost since you started, I barely miss any episodes and I don't even watch youtube much. I have been in an entertainment/music business for more than 25 years and seen it all, but your videos is something else. I don't know what it is, but I think it is about your values, strengths, fun and devotion. Everytime it feels like I am watching my best friends having a blast. Cheers.
Finn and Kate will both be back on the boat before you know it, as a “part time” van lifer it seem like that era is slowly coming to an end. They will both miss mom and dad and their endless adventures with you guys.
Good luck with the empty nest thing. I am 67, lost 80lbs, after so many years to stand in the shower and see your member, and feet, it's an amazing feeling. Good luck on the weight loss journey
I've walked this phase of life. You and Keith have done an incredible job giving your children the confidence and passion to run in the wide world. The first few weeks are the most challenging as you miss the activity and remarkably the noise. Thank you for continuing the channel - you both are as interesting to watch as the youngins. Best wishes.
Go Keith I lost 100 pounds doing a lot of walking and intermittent fasting works for me. I didn't diet. I ate what I wanted didn't measure anything, but I only ate within a six hour window tried to stay away from carbs , only meat and vegetables.
Good Luck on the workout routine, Keith. (Especially the part Renee did not approve). Nothing but kudos for taking the journey. Best of Luck. Look forward to seeing the beach fit bod (no speedos, please). 🤣
Watching Keith give that long hug goodbye...This hits hard. We're preparing to send our 18yo son out on a 2-year mission for our church this November... I'm trying to sneak in or steal as many hugs as I can until then. You guys are a great inspiration.
I spent the last 20 years getting fatter. Losing weight is easy if you follow a proper program, for me I found every pound I ever lost as soon as I quit losing. I an currently at 271 pounds down from 320 pounds. I wish you luck in losing your weight and then keeping it off.
Keith. You have always been the best sailor/Dad/husband on RU-vid. This new commitment to your own health is awesome. I wish you the best luck on your journey!
Renee and Keith adventures are going to be fun, I do miss Jack,Finn and kate been watching for a long while grew up with watching yall in high school and college, I enjoy watching! Thank you for being on RU-vid every Thursday 😊
Keith is THE best dad I've ever seen. Those kids are sooo lucky to have parents like you guys. Keith you make us other dad's look like amateurs 😂. Between Anna and Jack and Kate to now Finn leaving the nest it's safe to say I've never been so emotional over a TV show in my life. You guys don't know how much your channel feeds my soul. I can honestly say I love you guys and I hope God continues to bless and nurture your awesome family. Much love folks!
I feel your pain letting go of the kids. It’s really hard but it’s wonderful to see them become responsible adults. You know you’ve done a good job. God bless y’all from Haysville, Kansas.
You all are living the dream and no better education than this sailing/ global travels. God Speed. I just subscribed and enjoy the video footage. Amazing life.
I was so sad to see your baby's grave. It is good that you will not be leaving her behind in Dallas, You have a wonderful family and an amazing family playground in Montana with so many vehicles. Back to the boat and I share your obvious sorrow at your youngest moving on to his next adventure. It is a life milestone but you will adjust and move on. Safe sailing and successful slimming..
It's beautiful seeing all the love you all have for each other. As for your children they have grown into lovely happy hearts with family instilled in them. Well done to you both for bringing up such wonderful kids.😊.
