We Can Sail Anywhere in the World from Here | Sailing Soulianis - Ep. 20

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This is it! After years of preparation, we’re finally untying the dock lines, leaving our homeport, and pointing our bow south.
Our first stop is Chicago, Illinois. It’s 50 nautical miles from Racine, Wisconsin, to Belmont Harbor, where our friends Katharine and Jon have offered us the use of their mooring ball - and their apartment which overlooks Belmont Harbor! - for the weekend we’ll be in Chicago.
During our sail south, we pass our old neighborhood, Rogers Park, and reminisce about the time we spent years ago walking that same beach, looking out over the water, dreaming about living aboard our own boat one day. Now, looking back at that beach (also where Kirk proposed to me) from the water, our dream has become reality.
In Chicago, we meet up with Will and Kat from the YT sailing channel, Monday Never. They invite us for dinner, and we discuss fishing, the Caribbean and get tips for our own adventure when we reach warmer waters.
The weekend is full of festivities. Our friends and family travel to Chicago to participate in our boat renaming ceremony, to wish us bon voyage, and even celebrate my birthday.
We can’t thank all of you enough - friends, family, and all of you watching these videos - who have helped make this sailing adventure possible.
Much love!
Lauren & Kirk
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@sethile 4 года назад

Very special to have your family and friends there for Lauren's birthday, departing on your new lives, and your renaming ceremony and celebration.That was moving, and beautiful!

@jacksprat3009 4 года назад

Great Name Changing ceremony with good friends and family under sunny skies. Thanks for sharing the experience. Fair winds and following seas...

@KALamar-fp7nm 5 лет назад

@sailingsoulianis It’s rare to come across a RU-vid channel with so much authenticity. I’m a bit late but safe travel wherever you are in the world right now.

@nncoco 5 лет назад

One thing I like about boat life is the quality of people you meet. Self-reliant, helpful and accomplished.

@LesPaulDreamers 5 лет назад

Really loved that first person sequence in the beginning, it kinda felt like we were on Soulianis with you! Thank you so much for sharing, I love following you guys and your adventures! :)

@davidtaylor2777 5 лет назад

I can so relate to the happiness feeling you are having about remembering your dream from years ago as it comes to fruition. Someday ! Someday !

@slimpickins3425 4 года назад

The emotion at the end, thanking your family and friends, and expressing your love and gradatude was the best part for me. You two are the real deal, thank you for showing us that!

@spinnaker5514 6 лет назад

Congratulations guys! I'm looking forward to following you where ever your travels take you! I was especially touched that you cared so much about giving everyone the proper amount of attention and worring that you may not have. It shows me to be true what I first saw in you on the very first video I watched.....that you are genuinely nice people who deserve all the adventures that lie ahead of you! I wish you the very best, safety and prosperity! God Bless Soulianis and all who sail upon her!!!!

@sailingshadowfax7518 3 года назад

That fish jumping was such a wonderful sign!

@christiancormier7847 6 лет назад

Way to go Soulianis Crew. The boat looks amazing. So happy for you two. The adventure begins. Fair winds and following seas!

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thanks so much, Christian. 💙

@daneulekowski929 3 года назад

20 episodes down in 1 day. Looking forward to watching your adventure.

@loniallorenz2009 3 года назад

Wow, what a great and grateful video !!!! Thanks for sharing 💖📷👀👍👍💖❗️ We just became subscribers !! Long ago (60's) in another time we used to take the bike paths down from NorthWestern to the harbor & back when we lived in Skokie.

@Mondaynever 6 лет назад

yay!!! awesome video guys :) and so fun seeing our old apartment. can't wait to hang out again soon!

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thank you!! Back atcha... After we left, I was cursing myself that we didn't stay for bacon, lol. (We're always hyper-concerned about overstaying welcomes!) We had a lovely time, thanks again so much for your wonderful hospitality :)

@meestahwah 5 лет назад

Kirk, I could really feel the emotion in your voice and see it in your face. I was moved by your honest display of emotion and wanted to thank you for sharing it with us. Fair winds and safe travels to you both.

@jeremybentley820 4 года назад

Super vicarious enjoyment watching all your preperations for the big 'take off'... Brilliant! Such fun and cant waite for the adventure to continue.

@rrdner5700sbcglob 6 лет назад

What a joyful thrill that must have been to push off from the slip for the very last time to begin this awesome adventure! You are on your way! Congratulations!

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Most definitely. There's nothing like blazing your own new path. Thanks, Randy!

@rickczainski9856 5 лет назад

Well im binge watching on my days off in wintery Alberta. Loving your story so far. It was nice to see the Monday Never crew. I watched their whole story and haven't heard anything from them in a long while. I'm sure they are planning their next adventure. Can't wait to see what lies ahead for the both of you...exciting times!

@bayareablues2255 6 лет назад

Another great episode. And it was great to see Will and Kat - I miss their channel. Looking forward to seeing your sail down the river!

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thanks! We loved watching Monday Never's videos because Will & Kat seemed like people we'd want to be friends with. Turned out to be true!

@willjam465 3 года назад

OK...so one of your videos came up in my recommendations, and I have spent the afternoon (in-between working) binge-watching. Enjoying the content. Seeing Chicago, reminds me how much I love that city. It is one of 3 things I miss about Illinois now that we have moved...family, friends, and spending time in Chicago.

@garyryan8082 5 лет назад

At the age of 55, my wife an I are looking at sailboats now. We even took sailing lessons. A lot of this was influenced by you guys. We always had power boats, but maybe this is our next chapter. Watching you channel has been inspirational. Just on your 20th episode and so stoked for you guys! How cool. I'm even reading An Embarrassment of Mangoes, per your recommendation. A great read for anyone thinking of sailing. Thanks guys!

@SailingSoulianis 5 лет назад

That’s awesome to hear thanks for sharing Gary!

@kittmiller2212 5 лет назад

Such a poignant, and wonderful time, God Speed, and may you have a pleasant passage.

@UnyieldingSeraph 5 лет назад

The ending touched my heart. I had the same dream, to spend my days on a boat with the person I love. That love faded and I lost my dream(however I do have my boat). I hope your all of your future voyages are blessed with happiness and safe passage, and I wish you both a lifetime of Love and happiness.

@garysenecal7683 5 лет назад

A very nice story with lots of learning curves . Very good ! Very Good! THank you for sharing

@jackbego6571 6 лет назад

Wishing you both the best for your new and exciting adventures. Have fun, learn a lot and be safe.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thank you, Jack!

@victweezy 5 лет назад

You really touched my heart strings with the talk about family. Been away for 12 years now for Military and work after I got out. I know the feeling, but I also know how much it means to them to just be together again. Just spending time together is more valuable than whatever is done together. Glad they experienced the renaming, I'm sure everyone just enjoyed being with you two and a significant event like this was just icing on the cake. Planning on buying a bigger boat in a little under 2 years, and going to make our home port just outside of where my Mom and Dad live for the winter and a short sail away from the in-laws. I'm looking forward to watching your adventure down the river.

@SailingSoulianis 5 лет назад

You're absolutely right. We always say choosing to give your time to someone is the best gift you can give. Time is so precious, you can't get it back... Just being present with someone can be really meaningful.

@clifflong1203 5 лет назад

My Dad kept this saying on his bathroom mirror " I will not attempt to live someone elses life nor will I allow them to live mine! I am entirely responsible for my own words, thoughts, and actions..and the consequences of all three!!" I would add that TODAY is all you have...live it!! cheers S/V Harmonica. " a wind instrument" :)

@jenwilko1692 6 лет назад

The loving warmth you have for one another and for your family and friends is very much apparent. I always feel so calm watching your videos as you soothingly flow together. Happy Birthday Lauren! Looking forward to viewing the journey to the Gulf. Cheers Jen 🐨

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thanks so much, Jen! Such a sweet comment ☺️

@BrettsGarage 5 лет назад

Crazy... i used to live in Rogers Park a little over 10 years ago. Lived right off the beach just north of Loyola. I used to sit on the rocks off campus and study. Sometimes I'd run on that beach up towards evanston, but would go down that little pier. Used to love longboarding to belmont harbour and would just watch sailboats come and go... good memories. Good luck on you're guys trip.

@sevgilim1308 5 лет назад

well done to you both. i'm really enjoy watching you two. you are both very special people.

@mattchapman5941 5 лет назад

By far your best episode yet! You guys are such a genuine couple and it is very refreshing to see that here. Your videos keep getting better and better and I feel like Im right there with you. It was great to see Monday Never again too. Miss those two. We need more people like you on here! Cant wait for the next one. Cheers!

@SailingSoulianis 5 лет назад

So glad you enjoyed it, Matt. Really appreciate the kind words. Thank you!

@anthonyaddeo7874 5 лет назад

Love your videos. I just purchased my very own Tartan 37. Hull number 264, a 1980 model. This coming spring I will have a changing of the name ceremony and name her “Princess of Artimino “ for my lovely daughter. Fair winds and following seas. When on the east coast, let’s get together!

@SailingSoulianis 5 лет назад

Congrats on the T37!

@redgifier 6 лет назад

Very cool channel and very nice couple. Happy for you. ))

@HopeOfJoe 5 лет назад

GReat ceremony, guys !!!✨⛵️⚓️✨🥂✨

@saints51 5 лет назад

Just got through the re-naming ceremony. Damn, you guys are fun!

@dhmalcolm 5 лет назад

That was such a Special video. The best I've seen in ages. From a newbie sailor. Thank you Bon Youage

@joshua3113 Год назад

Last time I was in Chicago I stayed in Logan Square at my sisters but the time before that I stayed in the Marriott downtown but was at a dinner party just slightly north of there right off lake shore dr. My motorcycle that trip stayed in Rogers Park though. The place for the dinner party was the nicest apt I have ever seen. Views of the lake and the roof top patio. MMMMMM.

@jeremybentley820 4 года назад

Found myself binge watching.

@scottsmith8546 6 лет назад

God bless you, and may you have a great journey on this sailing adventure.

@CharlesGokey 6 лет назад

Looking forward to your adventures!!

@dickross7044 5 лет назад

As I watch these videos I am discovering things that I don't get out of the other sailing channels I watch. I laugh and cry several times with each episode. I'm afraid you've got me hooked. Since I am a late comer binge watching is going to be a necessity. Can't wait!

@SailingSoulianis 5 лет назад

Aw thanks so much! We try really hard to make our videos worth your time to watch. Very glad to hear you’re enjoying them so! -L

@cliffcoombe9644 6 лет назад

Good to see you being ‘real’ blessings on your adventure and hope we see you in Southern Africa one day !

@SailingSoulianis 5 лет назад

Thanks, Cliff! Maybe one day...

@svdoinitright7519 6 лет назад

Congratulations! Fair winds and following seas.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thanks!

@ernestdougherty3162 5 лет назад

What a great video and yes so many emotions but there should be great job on the new boat Solutions as happy as I am watching the two of you together and how you are together reminds me of my marriage to my wife true love but now I believe you have a third love a boat it's finally going to get to do what it was designed to do get out on the open ocean

@MohdNazliOthman 6 лет назад

Love to see both of you sailing. The right couple for the adventures. Good Luck

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thank you!

@garye4145 5 лет назад

I have to say I watch a lot of sailing channels and your channel ranks up with with my favorites. Sailing RAN, UMA, Delos and many others. I hope to sail one day but I love watching from the beginning because as you both learn I learn along with you. Many things I have watched and learned. But I also enjoy you both as fun wonderful people who are now on your way to your sailing adventure. All the best and safe travels and fair winds.

@SailingSoulianis 5 лет назад

Thanks very much!

@ToddKesler 5 лет назад

Dreams are awesome!

@BillConnely 6 лет назад

Awesome! Great to see you getting out there. Live your dream! life is too short. Just go do it! You only live once! Don't worry about the money. You will figure out how to make it you are both smart people. I look forward to your future sailing trips, and hope to someday see you on the waters.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thanks very much Bill!

@user-vv2bb7vc5v 6 лет назад

Guys all the good luck that one can wish. Thanks for sharing the vid enjoy sailing.

@SailingSoulianis 5 лет назад

Many thanks, Eran (:

@drwindsurf 6 лет назад

Thank you so much for sharing this another fantastic video. I loved seeing Chicago from the water. I wish you all the best in your journey to a warmer climate :)

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Hey Jeffrey, our pleasure! We've got some more Chicago footage coming up, too, in the next ep. :D

@danielhoyle3546 6 лет назад

Congratulations on your new adventure. Your sailboat looks very seaworthy. Enjoy the ride. Thank you for sharing.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Cheers, Daniel, thanks for watching!

@oldmanflyer1 6 лет назад

Best wishes on your new adventures, Soulianis looks great, good winds moderate seas.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Hi Robert, thanks very much.

@wesleyburghardt7189 6 лет назад

Roger's Park, Belmont Harbor, Chicago, the 'El'-- awesome! Nice to see you in my stomping grounds, although I know you were just passing through.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Love Chicago :)

@stijnbraunius854 6 лет назад

Happy to see you two out on the water again. Safe travels!

@stijnbraunius854 6 лет назад

Oh and happy birthday Lauren!

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thanks Stijn!

@dalewilliams4312 6 лет назад

Been watching from the beginning of ur journey to sail the high seas and here u guys go I’m looking forward to watching ur journey ❤️🎩❤️

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thanks Dale! Happy to have you along for the ride (:

@billroberts3864 6 лет назад

This is an exciting time as you begin your sailing on your big adventure. I look forward to every video to watch your progress. You two are and inspiration because of your enthusiasm and excitement level.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thanks Bill, always happy to hear such kind words. :)

@rchopp 6 лет назад

All the best to you two on your up and coming adventures..

@curniss5241 6 лет назад

Yeay!!! 🍾 Congratulations and thanks for sharing your journey to get to this point! 💓

@SailingSoulianis 5 лет назад

Absolutely, thanks for following along!

@wiilillad 6 лет назад

This is so exciting.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

😁

@owenmcghee8837 6 лет назад

Well done, good to see a new adventure begin. Safe sailing to all.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thank you Owen!

@dustanbalkcom 6 лет назад

So pumped to follow your adventures!! You’re really doing it!

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thanks for following, Dustan!

@CorwynGC 6 лет назад

Bon Voyage! Actually find myself looking forward to 'the ditch'.

@alinthekeys 6 лет назад

Nice way to start your new life! Hope you enjoy all that the new life style has too offer. Good and Bad, their will be plenty of both! Watching from the fl. Keys.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Hi Al, thanks for watching! We'll be there soon!

@unclemuir 6 лет назад

Great to see Will and Kat, followed their channel. I hope they get back at it. Good luck on your Gran Tour.

@AlbertMarkovskiNinja 5 лет назад

Bon Voyage you two! Here is to hoping you have an amazing sail ahead! Cheers from Denmark.

@SailingSoulianis 5 лет назад

Thanks so much, Mikael!

@skybr6 5 лет назад

Wow! Truly heartfelt. Awesome video and look forward to watching your adventure. Much love!

@SailingSoulianis 5 лет назад

Thank you Marcus

@rictus7222 6 лет назад

Yay down the big ditch we go I'm excited to follow along

@johnjanetcourant7517 5 лет назад

If you are using shackles on board you should use a small piece of line to tie the eyelet of the bolt to the shackle so that don’t lose the bolt.

@edrussell7960 6 лет назад

Awesome. Happy birthday. Great vlog.

@SailingSoulianis 5 лет назад

Thanks, Ed (:

@waltguzman 6 лет назад

Love this video! Can't wait for more.

@RJ-rn3uv 6 лет назад

Hey just realizing you two were from San Diego. KI use to live in Orange County, surfed Swanees and all of OC. mainly Old mans, San O. Safe sailing, always calm waters and clear skies. Enjoy and love much.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Hi Robin, we grew up in the Midwest but spent the past 6 years in Carlsbad and Oceanside. We surfed at the pier and I surfed Swamis most days on my way home from work. -Kirk

@dougford5691 6 лет назад

Very nice video. Now let the next adventure begin. Sail on Soulianis!!!

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thank you, Doug!!

@HopeOfJoe 5 лет назад

What a fabulous Chicago apartment !!!!! 😊✨🎉⛵️⚓️✨😊

@mangopog9814 4 года назад

Encourages me to see young people planing and making their dreams come true, many of us live our lives in the moment and at the end have accomplished nothing.

@jhs6056 6 лет назад

Great video, Bon Voyage and safe passage ahead... J & D

@SailingSoulianis 5 лет назад

Thank you!

@aaronhanes7114 6 лет назад

Congratulations Guys! I'm so proud of you i can't wait for the day i push off!

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thank you, good luck to you!

@AlistairAVogan 5 лет назад

Very sweet video guys! Thanks for this and 'How Much Does a Blue Water Sailboat Coast?' I'm looking forward to watching the video on your costs after you beginning the liveaboard life. I thought my eyes were playing tricks on me at 16:20... i.e. NavPod!

@ontheruntonowhere 3 года назад

Yeah, what the heck was that?

@stevesheliflying 6 лет назад

Very nice video. Great spoken words from the heart at the end too. Love watching you guys and looking forward for more to come. Safe travels southwards.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Hey Steve, thanks so much. 💛

@texwires 6 лет назад

Congratulations on the milestone! There are MANY more to come. Looking forward to watching you make your way south and to new adventures!

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Cheers, thanks Gary!

@1werewolf 6 лет назад

Bon voyage....channel has grown leaps and bounds....now start heading south where it is warm!

@billfournier6114 6 лет назад

Congratulations guys! Great video. You're in for an incredible adventure! Thanks for sharing. Fair winds.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thanks very much, Bill!

@cornenothome4191 5 лет назад

O, and one other thing: don't worry too much. I know because I did too and it is not helping. Live in the moment, be yourself, do what you can and if that is not enough next time better. And for some you can never do enough. Keep that in mind. Honoring your parents is a good thing though.

@UweBehrendt 6 лет назад

thanks Im looking forward to your adventure, its one that this old man has wanted to do for a long time

@larrykramer6057 6 лет назад

Of course they have told you about the tows on the Illinois River. A better name for them would be pushes, and they will run you down if you get in their way because they cannot stop or turn, which doesn't make much difference because they won't see you. That keel of yours means you have to stay in the channel, which is where they are. You should have an emergency plan, including an outboard mount on your stern with a 4-5 h.p. motor. The river was not made for sailboats, but you will never be closer to so much land with a lot to look at.

@tommygunz8692 6 лет назад

Good luck on your new adventure...I think your story would make a great movie....Can’t wait to take this journey with you guys....⛵️.......T.Gunz..........

@MarkMesserli 6 лет назад

Awesome guys! Bon Voyage, hope your trip south goes well. Look forward to following you all the way. You are so smart doing this when you are young. Some people wait too long and never do it. I just retired at 58 and hope to be joining you guys out there soon.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thanks, Mark! Congrats to you on retirement!

@ronaldwarren5220 6 лет назад

Bon voyage and fair seas!

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thanks Ronald!

@hottubz1965 5 лет назад

Green Mill...nice.

@ubermenschx 6 лет назад

Good luck and good fortune. We are all looking forward to enjoying this journey with you.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thanks for watching, Michael!

@stephenk.9344 5 лет назад

I abbsolutely need to mention that I just watched "Results of Our Sailing Shakedown EP. 15, I'm sorry, I'm still catching up. I'm writing to tell Kirk I LOVE his very good "Cherman " accent. Not German but "Cherman". I saw that you had Lauren cracking up but I was LMAO. Worthy of a stand-up act. I have more to say but Lucky the cat just jumped on my lap. Later.

@SailingSoulianis 5 лет назад

Hi Stephen, thanks for the ego boost ;) -Kirk

@iangarforth 6 лет назад

Love your videos. Just wish there was more of them..!

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Hey Ian, better that than too many? ;)

@iangarforth 6 лет назад

@@SailingSoulianis yep, fair point!

@Jimjettrain333 6 лет назад

What a great episode I felt the love the antisipation the reflection and so much more.

@SailingSoulianis 6 лет назад

Thanks for watching, Mick! Really appreciate your comment.

@funkyalmond 5 лет назад

No kidding i live in Racine. Ill watch all your episodes

@rootvalley2 4 года назад

Me to!

@christorrance2876 6 лет назад

Very sweet video. Good luck getting down the river. Looking forward to seeing your travels.

@hansjensen7823 6 лет назад

Glad you two are back, excited for you!

@SailAwayVlog 5 лет назад

What an awesome mooring spot! I caught my “for real” sailing bug in Chicago on my former brother in law’s J-30. Crashed on the boat and woke up to Buffalo Soldier. You brought back the feels! Lol.

@SailingSoulianis 5 лет назад

Sounds like a great way to get into it!

@SailAwayVlog 5 лет назад

It definitely did the trick. :-) Looking forward to your upcoming vids. Loren's parents are en route south from Erie to Florida via the canals and rivers on their Niagra 35. Curious to see the route from the other side.