Jade - You are not dumb. Things happen, don't beat yourself up more than you have. Your true fans love and support the two of you no matter what happens. Chin up, eyes forward and move on. :)
Making this video and being VULNERABLE ON FILM was very “NOT DUMB”…. Most will ID with being “HARD” on themselves as you momentarily were and having your MATE support & encourage you! Well done, Family of Sailing Videos!
I totally agree with you. And if you guys want to call yourselves a family, just do it. I am a 68 year old single widower, and I call myself a family. I am planning to buy a sailboat when I retire from my current employer, so I like the "real life" episodes. Keep doing what you're doing. Safe travels.
Well…I just watched the end of your video and saw the “family” comment. My husband and I considered ourselves a family as soon as we got married. We were a family for 2 years before we ever had children. Having our kids didn’t make us a family, the two of us became a family as soon as we were married. You guys are the sweetest family right now!!
No one could ever accuse either of you of failing! You both did an incredible job of rebuilding your boat, especially Jade. Chin up, best foot forward, and you’ll get there. You have a lot to be proud of, keep the video’s coming, they’re awesome
Guys, we really appreciate you sharing both sides of your adventures …..we learn from your journey (successes and failures) and don’t think we think that everything on the water is 🌈 rainbows and 🐬 dolphins. Keeping your channel authentic is why we all watch and support you guys! Don’t change the honesty of your channel….taking accountability and not playing the victim is soooo refreshing! Thanks for keeping it real! Fair Winds from Boston!
You are a family. Anyone who says you are not is very jealous of who you have become together and how much you have accomplished together. Congratulations on the success of living your dream sailing around and seeing the world. Keep up the great work ands show all the people the world and all there is out there! great work! outstanding content! thanks you!
Thank you both for your Honesty,Vulnerability and transparency in regard to being denied entry into Guatemala. Much respect for allowing us into your humanness.... very refreshing
Don't let the missed paperwork take you down. I wouldn't consider this a fail. There is so much red tape for each country and unfortunately the best lessens I've found are by not doing something right and learning from it. Now, for the future, you'll know what is needed. Im happy you shared this video, even with the mistake, because we love seeing your adventures, good or bad. Thanks for sharing your life with us.
the behind the scenes is very very appreciated! as someone who struggles with perfectionism and having a hard time changing plans it’s reassuring to see that I’m not alone and that people i greatly admire struggle with the same stuff. You guys are doing amazing!
FAMILY!!!! Forget that random comment from a year ago! You are whatever you tell yourself!! I hope you charge rent to that commentator for allowing them to live in your head! YOU two are a beautiful family and we enjoy following along while you journey this life! You guys are an inspiration to me and my family. We are going to start sailing because of the inspiration you have inspired within us! Peace and Love to you both! P.s. Be kind to yourself. P.s.s There are no failures in life, just challenges!!
I'm just starting to dream about lifestyles that I would like to have when I'm able to retire and sailing/cruising has gotten to the top of the list. I watch a bunch of videos on youtube and have seen plenty of weather/passage videos - but it all seems like an adventure with a happy ending. Being ten minutes into the video and seeing the tears and feelings that you guys are putting out in the open is refreshing. You're telling the truth. None of us have an "S" on our chest, were not perfect or infallible. It sucks to miss something that can turn out to be as big as this, but it's still real and it's valuable to those of us who are watching from half a world away. 8 months have passed since you dropped this video, and I'll catch up to you guys' most recent stuff in a matter of hours - but I hope that you've continued to show the truth in the lifestyle that you're living and I'm thinking about getting into. Thank you for documenting your truth and your life and letting us all get a glimpse of what's out there for us all (good and bad) should we be able to tighten a sheet and find the right heading. Thanks for the last 8 months that you guys lived and that I'll watch in the next few days.
Yes. Guatemala, among other places, can deliberately make it difficult, hoping for bribes. So don't feel bad. I do not know much, but am not surprised and feel a little sad that you feel so bad. I would have reacted same way. You are amazing.
It sounds as though you have cruising experience as much as I don’t like the thought of bribing people or officials are we talking about handling the guy at $10 bill for his personal pocket if so is it does it become arguable but it’s worth it just to give them the $10 bill
I'm guessing that what they were waiting for was you to say was , "Is there some fine, or perhaps donation, that we could make that would allow us to get a visa and be allowed entry?"
Life is a constant learning process. Reality does NOT play by a certain set of rules. I work in a hospital, and I am constantly confronted by reality and its brutal sense of humor. Guatemala entrance is just another learning experience that will not be forgotten any time soon. Just another hurdle in life’s many adventures. Everything that you have accomplished so far in both of your life’s (medical issues, becoming a pilot, college, re-building a boat, etc.). Your crying is just a release of emotions all at once. Some yell, use profanity, hit a wall, etc. this is where your dogs can be an awesome emotional support. You will conquer Guatemala, and many others around both of your journeys.
Yeah it wrong but I’ve traveled the world backpacking and I can tell you there are many borders you will not cross without paying a little! If you have all your papers in order they hate it! Best thing to do is just ask “what is the fine”. I know people will say you shouldn’t because it makes it worse but sorry yeah sometimes you should! I even saw a girl arrested at a jungle border in Asia 100’s of miles from civilisation, because she wouldn’t pay $10. To this day I dread to think what happened to her! Also those guys are probably only being paid a couple of hundred bucks a month if there lucky. They see us in are expensive boats living a life they could not even dream and yeah to be honest I don’t blame them!
Mistakes are NOT failures, unless you give up and never try again. Mistakes are an inevitable part of bold adventures into the unknown. You two will shake this off and sail on :)
This is the first time in my life hearing “Zarpe”. First thank you for sharing, I can imagine having this learning opportunity is difficult. However, you sharing it is immensely helpful. After YEARS of boating and following sailing channels, never knew zarpe was a thing.
What an emotional rollercoaster! Sharing the full story and giving us those moments is what makes your videos so watchable. There's so many ticks on lists to be done when setting off, to miss something is probably inevitable, one thing's for sure, you'll not do it again!
I would never think badly of you guys for making a mistake. We ALL make mistakes and it is so brave of you to share that with us. I love watching everything you guys go through. The good, the bad and the mistakes! Love your channel.
The Zarpe is a required document everywhere in the region. You might be stopped by coastguard and they will require it, failure to show that might get you in serious trouble. i'm in Costa Rica and we go to Panama and Nicaragua often.....Zarpe is the most importan piece of documentation needed, besides passport. Be careful not to go through Nicaragua without it. they are not as friendly as Guatemala.....just a piece of advice. If in need for help here....let me know ;-)
Two things with all I see on RUclips yours couldn't be more innocent as a widowed 72 year old man living in Great Britain with a love of boats and boating your RUclips video is refreshing two lovely young people enjoying life what could be better as for are you a family I would say you 2 plus 2 dogs and that lovely boat constitutes more of a family than most good luck to all four of you incidentally great filming keep safe keep happy Alan
I’m sorry you guys had to go through that, your are NOT dumb, it’s hard to keep up with so much paperwork and about that guy that said your not a family he is ignorant, you are a family and your dogs are a part of your family 💯. Even if you weren’t married you still be a family… you guys share a life together. Love y’all! Wish y’all the best in your aventures and don’t let anyone’s saltiness ever affect your mental health 🥰 you both are doing great, is by making Mistakes that we learn the grates lessons. Like Thomas Edison once said “I did not failed, I just found 10,000 ways that won’t work”
A mistake is never a failure! Mistakes are how we learn the hardest lessons. Kudos to the both of you for being human - perfection is never human... its obsession!
Honesty is the best. We follow y’all because we want to vicariously experience the journey. Thanks for being real. Life just sucks sometimes. All shall be well.
You have just demonstrated once again that you are an amazing couple! Taking responsibility for a mistake so quickly gets all of the garbage out of the way. It doesn’t matter if you are the only ones who could have made the mistake. You could have given uncountable reasons for the error. I/we still admire the both of you for your accomplishments and for sharing all the good and not so good moments with us. This is just a little hiccup in your adventure not a roadblock. You can start your day over any time you want to. As far as being a family, a married couple is considered a family. I have considered you two as a family and by the sharing of your life with me I feel like part of your family,as I’m sure the 315,000 subscribers do. Thanks again for your honesty, openness and love. Stay safe!
Thank you so so much for sharing the difficult times. I have been watching a couple other sailing/travel channels, and while I know that they have their struggles also, they often don't show them. This has led me to feel not so good about my own life as I also desire to live this kind of lifestyle. I've had to take a break from watching them because as they do make me happy, I feel that subconsciously they have also been making me unhappy ("why isn't my life so good?") Actually seeing the struggles you go through and not just knowing about them gives me a kind of balance when I watch your channel. It's not that I take any kind of joy in your despair, it's more about me knowing everyone struggles with certain things in life and I'm not alone in my struggles. So with that, I am sorry you've gone through some difficult experiences but thank you do very much for sharing and I hope you don't have to go through many of them. Cheers!
You guys bring so much integrity to your videos. The good, the bad, the ugly, you don't shy away from the realities of the sailing life. Thank you! And please keep making these videos, they are a joy to watch!
Y'all are the Evans family, regardless of one viewer's comment. Happy to hear you found a work around for a simple mistake. One more lesson learned. Love your videos, thank you for your transparency.
The two of you are amazing. I think I speak for many of us in saying we feel as though we are on this journey with you. You’re open and honest and definitely not failures. We admire you both so much.
I think this is one of my most favorite videos. People always talk about how perfect everything goes and so rarely post their failures which as we all know is not the way that real life works. To show that everything doesn't go perfectly the way that you did was so real, And quite frankly beautiful. Some of these shows will kind of fake drama for the sake of drama, but this was just real life and it was very appreciated. ❤
Hugs!!! Accidents happen and we all forget things from time to time... Especially when it's your first time doing something!!! Celebrate your successes, you fricking made it there and survived a narly storm too! Much love from Kansas and stay strong.❤️💪❤️💪❤️💪❤️
Jade, this is part of the adventure. You and Brett are really cool to watch. Making a minor administrative error doesn't change the fact that your channel is simply fantastic.
To answer your question: Yes, I do enjoy authentic videos like this one. Shit happens, that's part of life, and not showing it would be a lie about how the experience really feels.
Jade, don’t beat yourself up…everyone has problems and issues along the way-it’s how you deal with the negative things that make the difference. Great episode!
The only people who never make mistakes are those who never do anything. Don't let one mistake overshadow your hundreds of successes. You are an inspiration to those who dream.
Chins up Evans. Anybody can judge, and nothing ever goes perfectly. You are living the dream for so many of us. Do what you need to do, give yourselves grace, and move forward. Thank you for being real.
Sorry for the paperwork glitch. So you know, I follow you each week and I love the honesty you both showed in this episode on your content. The openness completes your filming of reality. I liked it!
The real life footage is what makes sharing your experiences relatable and makes people feel better about their own lives. We all make mistakes, all the time, but we live in a world where we are led to think that everyone around us leads perfect lives. It's not only interesting and good to see the hiccups in life, it's critical as a creator to contribute to the world in a positive way. I love it. Please keep it up... Imperfect life is real life, and we want to share your journey - your real journeys, as though you are our friends, not as though you are fake presenters of a fake show.
The behind the scenes footage is awesome. It adds to the story and made it feel so much more “ real”. The adventures are amazing but we follow you guys because you’re amazing people also and you’re inspiring.
You are genuine , you are authentic and YOU ARE A FAMILY. Keep doing what you doing , and how much we appreciate you living lives that we would all dream about. Mistakes are made , mistakes are shared and you move on. " Mistakes have the power to turn you into something better than you were before " Love the content you share with us.
From your very first video to this one, you have shown a true journey of adventure. I have adventured enough to know that mistakes are made and everything does not go smoothly. The are the learning experiences that make life interesting!
Loved your honesty but the reason why it’s called experience is because you go though the hard knocks of learning. Don’t be too hard on yourself. Have fun. You are alive and young with a loving partner and two great fur babies! The door to this closed for a reason and it’s a gift to you. It was once said everything is an act of love. You don’t know what this delay gave you vs took from you…it’s all good and you receive what you need. Trust that. Hugs.
This is why I watch you guys. The transparency of what you do, good and bad, makes this one of the best channels on sailing out there. Thank you for sharing! Unknown unknowns suck, but your character shines through with how you handle it and bounce back. Cheers you two.
Thank you so much for sharing that! It was a something that we can all learn from. When I finally cross international borders, I now know not to make that same mistake.
Ohhhh Jade. Don't beat yourself up. You are truly THE BEST. You are sooo talented! Everyone makes a mistake every now and then. You're out there learning all this stuff as you go! I think yall have been sooo successful and will continue to travel the world and go far
Behind the scenes is greatly appreciated, because real life isn’t edited. Sorry it happened. Feels like a trip to the DMV and being turned away, but on a much much bigger scale!
This was great footage. To let your fans see you at breaking point, however temporary, was pure genius. We loved you anyway and now we feel closer to you than ever. All that you put up with to get there, showing how tough you can be, and then you become our little girl once again, for just a moment, but you shone like a star. A saw a thousand arms go round your shoulders, including mine. You Rock, Sweetpea. We love you so much 💝.
The only people who never make mistakes are people who never do anything! Everyone else is human. So, take a deep breath, learn from the mistakes & get on with life! Y’all are amazing people!
There is no way any normal person thinks you are dumb. We love you guys. Thanks for sharing your adventures with the rest of us who are too cowardly to try it for ourselves. You guys are AMAZING people. Please don't ever let things like this get you down. Remember life if about the journey not the destination. Enjoy your time on this rock.
I'm a new subscriber. I find the issue in this episode both interesting and a little exciting. But have faith! Nothing is insurmountable. You two made it to Guatemala and have learned a lesson that I'm sure will never be repeated. Good luck!
Had this happen to the boat I crewed on for a summer back in my late 20's. I was just a deck hand so none of my responsibility, but it happens. As for the family bit. You are a couple, so you are a Family. Add in your fur kids and you are a thriving family.
I don't quite know what or where to start but .... Jade...you are not dumb, stupid, nor did you fail!!!! You made a mistake. That happens in the game of life. You are both so amazing!! Jade, you are such a beautiful person...not only your outward looks, but your heart and inner beauty as well. Both your spirits are so beautiful!! Don't be down on yourselves!! If anyone criticizes either of you, they obviously have never been in the ocean and know nothing on what it takes to have the lifestyle that you both share! It's easy to criticize from the comfort of their recliner. I'm so envious of what you both have done and learned, and you must be so proud too! I'm sending you both love and hugs and and you know as well as I do, that everything will be alright. Also..love your videos and you showing your real emotions! Hope your ribs heal fast and you ARE a family!! Relax and enjoy! ❤ Myk 💕 🤗 🤗 🤗 🤗 💕
Definitely don't beat yourself up about missing that part of the paperwork, seems like a rookie mistake and one that's easy to make. Also, personally love the BTS stuff of you guys working things out together but definitely just do what you're comfortable with!
Failure is not a bad thing! Fail fast and learn from it. I lead a team of a few hundred people and I actively encourage failure, that’s how we learn. Fail at the same thing over and over, learn and build. Fail for the same reasons, that is not good. Fail and learn. Makes you stronger and wiser. Keep going kids! Best thing I have ever watched. Keep going!!
Jade you are not dumb. This is new for you guys, and there's so much that you both have to do to get under way. You have both done so much to get the boat ready. This is just a hiccup and as you said it is something that happens all the time. What I do love about you guys is how you both support each other and don't throw the other undre the bus that shows real maturity.
Like other commenters, this doesn't sail like any kind of failure to me. The paperwork is my personal nightmare in cruising. So easy to get something wrong, and so much hinges on it. Sorry for your troubles, but you guys have achieved great things, so much more to come. I love your videos. Keep on keeping on! And of course if you are married you are family!
You guys are wonderful. You show so much love for each other. You ARE a family!!! I’m so sorry you are going through a tough time,but I know you will prevail. Just look back at all you have endured. You should be so proud of yourself.
This is an OUTSTANDING vlog on many, many levels by an outstanding FAMILY. Thank you for sharing your emotions and tribulations during a very trying event. You deserve so much credit for airing this vlog!
So far I've never sailed outside of the EU, and I can't even imagine the ordeals we have to go through when outside those borders. Thanks for giving us things to thin about ;)
No one thinks you’re dumb, rest assured. And on one thinks what you’re doing is easy. We admire your positive spirit, and we’re all pulling for you. Everyone makes mistakes; only the foolish and careless make the same ones over and over. Press on, and expect our full support.
Thanks for sharing guys. Its late where I am, so will be brief. As others have said. The gamble that you took with the boat. The incredible amount of hard work that you both put in, to make her better than 'factory' if my memory isn't playing tricks, was something I'm unlikely to forget. Mistakes are brilliant learning opportunities. You know that. So, learn the lessons and move on. Like, don't let your food stocks get so low. Or maybe, always have an emergency 'stash' of non perishables that you don't touch, unless its a genuine emergency. Crossing borders since 9/11 is one of the most bureaucratic obstacles that we have to face in our world. Most people only do this once or twice a year, for vacations. Or, not at all. So, there will be hiccups. There will be dramas. But courtesy and a smile will often open doors that previously were closed. I'm ex-UK military and while the military can be very dysfunctional compared to civilian life. It does have a lot to teach you. Like, debriefing after a 'situation', passage or whatever. It should never be a shaming session. That's not the object. Just a run through of what happened, what went well. What could've gone better. What you'd do differently next time. How you might prepare differently. Do this until it becomes a habit and you'll find yourselves doing it in a chilled conversation, naturally. Then mentally filing it away. Or putting it in your log book for future reference. I love the term satisficing. Things don't have to be done perfectly. As long as you accomplish your goals or some of them. You don't expend more time and energy achieving them than you want to and you achieve them safely etc etc It often doesn't matter that you don't hit 100% of a goal. Nobody is watching over your shoulder. Nobody is scoring you. Armchair admirals may criticise. But, they'd likely do much worse themselves. There's a saying in some branches of the military, that 'every day above ground, is a good day'. That's a low bar, you might think. But, in the military, it can be a very high bar. With what you're doing, its lowish, so basically keeping yourselves afloat in all senses every day is something to celebrate and be thankful for. Everything else on top is a bonus. As to the 'person' who corrected your definition of your family. I understand that often in life, what people say can be thought provoking and it seems to me that like me, your relish being challenged. If its done to aid growth. But what the guy said isn't fact, so far as I know. Its just his opinion. He's welcome to it. But that doesn't mean he gets to dictate what labels you or anyone else use to describe, whatever. His opinion is no more valid than any random person. In fact, he's way behind the times and needs to educate himself. The old definition of what constitutes a family has been consigned to the history books. We have all sorts of families now. Almost a kaleidoscope of possibilities. I suspect that this journey that you're on. Both physically and metaphorically. Will help you grow as people and as partners, in ways that you can't even imagine yet. You've stepped outside of your comfort zones since the start of this journey and as I'm sure you know, at least as well as I, that's where the growth is. We only get to pass here once. You've got to make your life count for something. I almost forgot. I'm really liking the new raw style. Very 'front line journalistic' ;) Hopefully it takes a lot less time to edit etc Apologies for stating the obvious. Happy trails :)
Seeing Jade cry was rough as I knew that I couldn't do anything to help. Though I do enjoy watching all of your content. Be you (both of you)... that is what I enjoy.
Jade I hate seeing you cry and upset. You are such a sweetheart and have to try and find it in your heart to aim for perfection but leave room to forgive yourself when you miss the mark. Welcome to the human race. As you age i hope this will become easier for you. In the meantime know your true fans love you and without judgement. Try and adopt the mantra that you dont win or lose, you win or learn! Remember no one like someone who is never wrong. That fact that you both showed us your vulnerability is what’s so beautiful about your channel. In appreciation!
The way I try to look at mistakes is “ok, this is a problem I now know how to deal with. I wouldn’t have known how to fix this before, now I do.” Looking for how a bad situation adds to me and my experience, as opposed to how it takes away has really helped with my anxiety and perfectionism. I hope you’re both feeling much better! ❤
I really enjoy the real "takes" and the everyday life you guys share. It makes it seem more....more....there with you than other channels. Keep this stuff coming!!
Don't feel bad. You hit the nail on the head when you said you don't know what to don't know. You've now learned and I'm sure neither of you will make that mistake again. Your subscribers are behind you and I know I appreciate how real you're being!
You are definitely a family!! And by showing what you have gone through you may be helping someone else from having to go through the same ordeal, keep up the great work
I’ve been binge watching you guys from the beginning for the last week. There’s so much I could tell you right now about why I’m not there myself but I do have the boat. It’s a cute little older Catalina 30 that’s perfect for just me. Maybe a +1 if I meet the right woman but for now, it’s my project and it’s perfect for me! At 48 years old, I’m still learning that what other people think about me is none of my business and I wish those people felt the same way at times. But here I go with what I think! I’m impressed with the way you’ve taken this journey and made it yours 100%. You’ve listened to what people have had to say, accepted what fits and let go of what wouldn’t work quite as well for your path. Something I’m also still working on. I’ve seen a ton of channels like yours but not many have shown raw emotion and it’s release, only highlighting the beautiful side of sailing. This was important for me to see because it shows the reality of sailing. I’m learning a lot from your reality as I work a bit more every day to hopefully cross winds with you. You guys inspire me and when I watch your videos, I think, why not me? I have no good answer for that. So thank you for being here and not letting the nay sayers discourage you from your dreams and hearts. Side note, the logic that you’re not a family without children doesn’t make sense to me. Do you cease to be a family when the kids are grown and gone? Are you only a family again when they come to visit and no more a family when they go home? I’d like to ask that person who said you weren’t a family those questions. The way I see it, I’m still a father even though my daughter (26) grew up and now lives 2,000 miles away. I started telling people to write their opinions of me on toilet paper, it’s the only way their opinions will be useful in my life. I know, I know, it’s just my opinion but I think you guys are a family. A very beautiful and inspiring family at that. Until I see you on the water, I’ll keep you on the screen! Much love to you both!
Whenever I screw up due to lack of information I feel stooopid and cheated......but after a lifetime of stubbing my toe on things because I didn't know what I didn't know, I have come to the realization the name for what I was going through was "Tuition" just like paying for college classes. Life and Success requires payments along the way....TUITION.....So.... guys you're still in the game and are that much the wiser.......lessons learned like this are never forgotten. We all Luv Ya Both......so keep on plugging. And BTW .....thanks for sharing.
Not dumb and not a failure. Mistakes are opportunities to learn, adjust,, change a path, change a destination, or merely to reflect. You guys are capable of anything you set your mind to. You are a wonderful FAMILY!!! All the best...
I think the best advice anyone can give you at this point is a simple one. " Don't read the comments." Take advice from your most loved an trusted. But for your own mental health. Stop reading the comments. You can't live like that. Love the channel.You are great. Keep doing what you do.
Wow I feel so badly for you, Jade! Anyone could make that mistake, but the energy I could feel coming from Brett is palpable! I understand frustration, but I also understand “stonewalling” and someone being twice as hard on you than you already are of yourself can be miserable. I understand the why you hate making a mistake when you only have each other. I’m happy to see these really real videos no matter how hard it must be to share. It helps a lot of people for sure. Thanks for the upload, I look forward to the next!
You two are a family. Beating yourself up for making a mistake is a mistake itself. The best learning comes from mistakes. Recognizing when you make one is the key thing. Admitting it is even better. Progressing in spite of it adds to you wisdom and judgment. Looking back on my long life, the mistakes I made often became the best of times.
I have binge watched your journey for 2 weeks straight and I truly enjoy your videos and your ambition to just do this! Jade, you are NOT dumb. You don’t know what you don’t know and definitely give yourself some grace. Just look at it as another adventure! Since I’m caught up on videos I sit here missing your voices! Looking forward to watching to matter where you go! Enjoy the journey with each other! May the Lord guide you and protect you!
Jade, I'm like you. I beat myself up pretty bad when I make a bigger mistake like that. Then I back myself down off the ledge and hit the problem with a good dose of rational thought and learning from my mistake. No real damage done. Mistakes are inevitable and a part of life. You both handled it very well. I did want to say though you cried harder than I've every seen anyone cry. I've never seen tears actually drip off someone's face before! Not making fun of you all, I just found that interesting to see!
I love how real and raw you guys are. I love how you guys work out your problems. As someone who also a perfectionist I totally understand the self hate when you get something wrong. But the fact that you get through it and figure out a way to get through the problem is extremely admirable. So I hope your next couple of weeks go by much smoother so your brain can take a chill now.
I've been watching your family for a long time and the boat you own is extremely nice since you fixed it up. I'm very sorry you felt badly. Keep up the good work please. Thanks!
This happens TOO ALL CRUISERS, and not just once, so do not feel bad. Thanks for sharing this, you will help countless other American sailors that are also just starting out. I know it sucks but this is just one of the many learning moments you will face in your future round the world. Being able to say yup I screwed up we'll just have to go back or somewhere else and redo the paper work trail. HUGS AND CHEERS AND FAIR WINDS Steve h.
Shoot, the way you two are with each other, how supportive and cohesive you are, it doesn’t matter if you’re married without kiddos…you’re a family. Even if you weren’t married, you two would still be a family. Let the haters hate, live your life, enjoy everyday you have.
You are a couple that have become part of a family. You both with your dogs are a family. YES DOGS ARE OUR KIDS! How dare anyone call them otherwise. ❤ your adventure.
I absolutely love the "behind the scenes" stuff. Don't be hard on yourselves. What you have done and what you are doing is absolutely incredible. There are very few people who could possibly do what you've done and are doing. Very, very few! One thing! I understand that it's a big thing, but it's one you can fix. God I wish there's some way I could be of help to you. Watching you and traveling with you "virtually" has been such a big help to me. I have my Rockies here in southern Colorado, but due to an injury, I can't get around anymore. I came out here in 1997 and moved out into the wilderness for a couple years learning how to live with and off the land like we should. I have that same "adventure" bug that you do and I understand that part of you. As long as you keep posting, I'll keep watching with extreme gratitude for how it benefits me deep inside where it counts. You two are the best! Oh, and your puppies too. 😀 Happy sailing! P.S. right now you're talking about a "family", yes, you are definitely a family!
It's refreshing to see that people aren't afraid of their failures. I just didn't realize that some people have.lived sheltered lifestyles to where a small set back would cause that much distress... I guess when you live a life expecting failures that when they happen you just laugh and move on... You guys are doing great. Don't worry about others opinions so much and just be happy being yourselves! Failures are only FAILURES WHEN YOU ACCEPT DEFEAT! It's been fun watching you guys getting out there and enjoying life! Keep doing it! Just stop stressing over the small slip ups.... This small blip will be a mild memory of about a second of your lives later on! Mistakes just help you become more efficient later. Some of us have had to learn many skills because we and become proficient in them because I can't rely on others for the same level of service! Sometimes learning is hard!
Yes - The Talk was amazing.. sharing the real raw emotion really makes your journey ours.. Thank you for sharing, I can totally net even begin to imagine how hard it must have been. PS don't be so hard on yourself everyone makes mistakes sometimes.
Thanks for being real. My heart broke for you in your distress. I'm so glad that things works out. Deep breath... "We'll get through this & If this is the worst thing that happens today then it's been a great day!" Love your channel!
You guys are doing a great job, don't be so hard on yourself. Out of the many sailing channels I watch yours is now my favorite due to the realness and rawness.
I love the nitty-gritty posts with some of the rougher moments. It's part of what makes your podcasts real and engaging. I also am convinced you ARE a family. Travel safely and adventure well!
Jade - You are not dumb. Things happen, don't beat yourself up more than you have. Your true fans love and support the two of you no matter what happens. Chin up, eyes forward and move on. :)
Making this video and being VULNERABLE ON FILM was very “NOT DUMB”…. Most will ID with being “HARD” on themselves as you momentarily were and having your MATE support & encourage you! Well done, Family of Sailing Videos!
I totally agree with you. And if you guys want to call yourselves a family, just do it. I am a 68 year old single widower, and I call myself a family.
I am planning to buy a sailboat when I retire from my current employer, so I like the "real life" episodes. Keep doing what you're doing. Safe travels.
Well said.
I fully agree things happen and I believe in you and Bret to figure this out and over come this new hurdle
Yeah what Wolf said
Well…I just watched the end of your video and saw the “family” comment. My husband and I considered ourselves a family as soon as we got married. We were a family for 2 years before we ever had children. Having our kids didn’t make us a family, the two of us became a family as soon as we were married. You guys are the sweetest family right now!!
No one could ever accuse either of you of failing! You both did an incredible job of rebuilding your boat, especially Jade. Chin up, best foot forward, and you’ll get there. You have a lot to be proud of, keep the video’s coming, they’re awesome
Yes....but....cruising may just NOT be your cup of tea???
Guys, we really appreciate you sharing both sides of your adventures …..we learn from your journey (successes and failures) and don’t think we think that everything on the water is 🌈 rainbows and 🐬 dolphins. Keeping your channel authentic is why we all watch and support you guys! Don’t change the honesty of your channel….taking accountability and not playing the victim is soooo refreshing! Thanks for keeping it real! Fair Winds from Boston!
You are a family. Anyone who says you are not is very jealous of who you have become together and how much you have accomplished together. Congratulations on the success of living your dream sailing around and seeing the world. Keep up the great work ands show all the people the world and all there is out there! great work! outstanding content! thanks you!
Your family is whatever you define it to be; it could include people not related to you in any way. Or animals😁😁😁
Wait they aren't married?
Thank you both for your Honesty,Vulnerability and transparency in regard to being denied entry into Guatemala. Much respect for allowing us into your humanness.... very refreshing
Don't let the missed paperwork take you down. I wouldn't consider this a fail. There is so much red tape for each country and unfortunately the best lessens I've found are by not doing something right and learning from it. Now, for the future, you'll know what is needed. Im happy you shared this video, even with the mistake, because we love seeing your adventures, good or bad. Thanks for sharing your life with us.
the behind the scenes is very very appreciated! as someone who struggles with perfectionism and having a hard time changing plans it’s reassuring to see that I’m not alone and that people i greatly admire struggle with the same stuff. You guys are doing amazing!
FAMILY!!!! Forget that random comment from a year ago! You are whatever you tell yourself!! I hope you charge rent to that commentator for allowing them to live in your head! YOU two are a beautiful family and we enjoy following along while you journey this life! You guys are an inspiration to me and my family. We are going to start sailing because of the inspiration you have inspired within us!
Peace and Love to you both!
P.s. Be kind to yourself.
P.s.s There are no failures in life, just challenges!!
I'm just starting to dream about lifestyles that I would like to have when I'm able to retire and sailing/cruising has gotten to the top of the list. I watch a bunch of videos on youtube and have seen plenty of weather/passage videos - but it all seems like an adventure with a happy ending. Being ten minutes into the video and seeing the tears and feelings that you guys are putting out in the open is refreshing. You're telling the truth. None of us have an "S" on our chest, were not perfect or infallible. It sucks to miss something that can turn out to be as big as this, but it's still real and it's valuable to those of us who are watching from half a world away. 8 months have passed since you dropped this video, and I'll catch up to you guys' most recent stuff in a matter of hours - but I hope that you've continued to show the truth in the lifestyle that you're living and I'm thinking about getting into. Thank you for documenting your truth and your life and letting us all get a glimpse of what's out there for us all (good and bad) should we be able to tighten a sheet and find the right heading. Thanks for the last 8 months that you guys lived and that I'll watch in the next few days.
Thank you.
Yes. Guatemala, among other places, can deliberately make it difficult, hoping for bribes. So don't feel bad. I do not know much, but am not surprised and feel a little sad that you feel so bad. I would have reacted same way. You are amazing.
It sounds as though you have cruising experience as much as I don’t like the thought of bribing people or officials are we talking about handling the guy at $10 bill for his personal pocket if so is it does it become arguable but it’s worth it just to give them the $10 bill
I'm guessing that what they were waiting for was you to say was , "Is there some fine, or perhaps donation, that we could make that would allow us to get a visa and be allowed entry?"
@@ralphholiman7401 great script offered as how to start that conversation can be daunting
Life is a constant learning process. Reality does NOT play by a certain set of rules. I work in a hospital, and I am constantly confronted by reality and its brutal sense of humor. Guatemala entrance is just another learning experience that will not be forgotten any time soon. Just another hurdle in life’s many adventures. Everything that you have accomplished so far in both of your life’s (medical issues, becoming a pilot, college, re-building a boat, etc.). Your crying is just a release of emotions all at once. Some yell, use profanity, hit a wall, etc. this is where your dogs can be an awesome emotional support. You will conquer Guatemala, and many others around both of your journeys.
Yeah it wrong but I’ve traveled the world backpacking and I can tell you there are many borders you will not cross without paying a little! If you have all your papers in order they hate it! Best thing to do is just ask “what is the fine”. I know people will say you shouldn’t because it makes it worse but sorry yeah sometimes you should! I even saw a girl arrested at a jungle border in Asia 100’s of miles from civilisation, because she wouldn’t pay $10. To this day I dread to think what happened to her! Also those guys are probably only being paid a couple of hundred bucks a month if there lucky. They see us in are expensive boats living a life they could not even dream and yeah to be honest I don’t blame them!
Your behind the scenes videos and your honesty is so refreshing and great for other sailors, and us dreamers, to learn important lessons. ❤️
Mistakes are NOT failures, unless you give up and never try again. Mistakes are an inevitable part of bold adventures into the unknown. You two will shake this off and sail on :)
Only if you repeat it is a mistake a failure.
beautifull said!
This is the first time in my life hearing “Zarpe”. First thank you for sharing, I can imagine having this learning opportunity is difficult. However, you sharing it is immensely helpful. After YEARS of boating and following sailing channels, never knew zarpe was a thing.
What an emotional rollercoaster! Sharing the full story and giving us those moments is what makes your videos so watchable. There's so many ticks on lists to be done when setting off, to miss something is probably inevitable, one thing's for sure, you'll not do it again!
I would never think badly of you guys for making a mistake. We ALL make mistakes and it is so brave of you to share that with us. I love watching everything you guys go through. The good, the bad and the mistakes! Love your channel.
The Zarpe is a required document everywhere in the region. You might be stopped by coastguard and they will require it, failure to show that might get you in serious trouble. i'm in Costa Rica and we go to Panama and Nicaragua often.....Zarpe is the most importan piece of documentation needed, besides passport. Be careful not to go through Nicaragua without it. they are not as friendly as Guatemala.....just a piece of advice. If in need for help here....let me know ;-)
Two things with all I see on RUclips yours couldn't be more innocent as a widowed 72 year old man living in Great Britain with a love of boats and boating your RUclips video is refreshing two lovely young people enjoying life what could be better as for are you a family I would say you 2 plus 2 dogs and that lovely boat constitutes more of a family than most good luck to all four of you incidentally great filming keep safe keep happy Alan
I’m sorry you guys had to go through that, your are NOT dumb, it’s hard to keep up with so much paperwork and about that guy that said your not a family he is ignorant, you are a family and your dogs are a part of your family 💯. Even if you weren’t married you still be a family… you guys share a life together. Love y’all! Wish y’all the best in your aventures and don’t let anyone’s saltiness ever affect your mental health 🥰 you both are doing great, is by making Mistakes that we learn the grates lessons. Like Thomas Edison once said “I did not failed, I just found 10,000 ways that won’t work”
A mistake is never a failure! Mistakes are how we learn the hardest lessons. Kudos to the both of you for being human - perfection is never human... its obsession!
Honesty is the best. We follow y’all because we want to vicariously experience the journey. Thanks for being real. Life just sucks sometimes. All shall be well.
You have just demonstrated once again that you are an amazing couple! Taking responsibility for a mistake so quickly gets all of the garbage out of the way. It doesn’t matter if you are the only ones who could have made the mistake. You could have given uncountable reasons for the error. I/we still admire the both of you for your accomplishments and for sharing all the good and not so good moments with us. This is just a little hiccup in your adventure not a roadblock. You can start your day over any time you want to.
As far as being a family, a married couple is considered a family. I have considered you two as a family and by the sharing of your life with me I feel like part of your family,as I’m sure the 315,000 subscribers do. Thanks again for your honesty, openness and love. Stay safe!
Take a deep breath you two.
Perfection is a fantasy. Relax, adapt, relax, improvise… relax
Thank you so so much for sharing the difficult times. I have been watching a couple other sailing/travel channels, and while I know that they have their struggles also, they often don't show them. This has led me to feel not so good about my own life as I also desire to live this kind of lifestyle. I've had to take a break from watching them because as they do make me happy, I feel that subconsciously they have also been making me unhappy ("why isn't my life so good?") Actually seeing the struggles you go through and not just knowing about them gives me a kind of balance when I watch your channel. It's not that I take any kind of joy in your despair, it's more about me knowing everyone struggles with certain things in life and I'm not alone in my struggles. So with that, I am sorry you've gone through some difficult experiences but thank you do very much for sharing and I hope you don't have to go through many of them. Cheers!
You guys bring so much integrity to your videos. The good, the bad, the ugly, you don't shy away from the realities of the sailing life. Thank you! And please keep making these videos, they are a joy to watch!
Y'all are the Evans family, regardless of one viewer's comment. Happy to hear you found a work around for a simple mistake. One more lesson learned. Love your videos, thank you for your transparency.
The two of you are amazing. I think I speak for many of us in saying we feel as though we are on this journey with you. You’re open and honest and definitely not failures. We admire you both so much.
Mistakes happen. You two are doing a great job! You two are definitely a family. Children only grow the size of a family. All the best!
I think this is one of my most favorite videos. People always talk about how perfect everything goes and so rarely post their failures which as we all know is not the way that real life works. To show that everything doesn't go perfectly the way that you did was so real, And quite frankly beautiful. Some of these shows will kind of fake drama for the sake of drama, but this was just real life and it was very appreciated. ❤
Hugs!!! Accidents happen and we all forget things from time to time... Especially when it's your first time doing something!!! Celebrate your successes, you fricking made it there and survived a narly storm too! Much love from Kansas and stay strong.❤️💪❤️💪❤️💪❤️
Jade, this is part of the adventure. You and Brett are really cool to watch. Making a minor administrative error doesn't change the fact that your channel is simply fantastic.
To answer your question: Yes, I do enjoy authentic videos like this one. Shit happens, that's part of life, and not showing it would be a lie about how the experience really feels.
Jade, don’t beat yourself up…everyone has problems and issues along the way-it’s how you deal with the negative things that make the difference. Great episode!
The only people who never make mistakes are those who never do anything. Don't let one mistake overshadow your hundreds of successes. You are an inspiration to those who dream.
Chins up Evans. Anybody can judge, and nothing ever goes perfectly. You are living the dream for so many of us. Do what you need to do, give yourselves grace, and move forward. Thank you for being real.
Sorry for the paperwork glitch. So you know, I follow you each week and I love the honesty you both showed in this episode on your content. The openness completes your filming of reality. I liked it!
The real life footage is what makes sharing your experiences relatable and makes people feel better about their own lives. We all make mistakes, all the time, but we live in a world where we are led to think that everyone around us leads perfect lives. It's not only interesting and good to see the hiccups in life, it's critical as a creator to contribute to the world in a positive way. I love it. Please keep it up... Imperfect life is real life, and we want to share your journey - your real journeys, as though you are our friends, not as though you are fake presenters of a fake show.
The behind the scenes footage is awesome. It adds to the story and made it feel so much more “ real”. The adventures are amazing but we follow you guys because you’re amazing people also and you’re inspiring.
You are genuine , you are authentic and YOU ARE A FAMILY. Keep doing what you doing , and how much we appreciate you living lives that we would all dream about. Mistakes are made , mistakes are shared and you move on. " Mistakes have the power to turn you into something better than you were before " Love the content you share with us.
From your very first video to this one, you have shown a true journey of adventure. I have adventured enough to know that mistakes are made and everything does not go smoothly. The are the learning experiences that make life interesting!
Loved your honesty but the reason why it’s called experience is because you go though the hard knocks of learning. Don’t be too hard on yourself. Have fun. You are alive and young with a loving partner and two great fur babies! The door to this closed for a reason and it’s a gift to you. It was once said everything is an act of love. You don’t know what this delay gave you vs took from you…it’s all good and you receive what you need. Trust that. Hugs.
Y'all are doing great remember "Plans are of little importance, but planning is essential.”
This is why I watch you guys. The transparency of what you do, good and bad, makes this one of the best channels on sailing out there. Thank you for sharing! Unknown unknowns suck, but your character shines through with how you handle it and bounce back. Cheers you two.
Thank you so much for sharing that! It was a something that we can all learn from. When I finally cross international borders, I now know not to make that same mistake.
Ohhhh Jade. Don't beat yourself up. You are truly THE BEST. You are sooo talented! Everyone makes a mistake every now and then. You're out there learning all this stuff as you go! I think yall have been sooo successful and will continue to travel the world and go far
Loving the behind the scenes. Keeping it authentic ❤️. Good luck guys
I'm glad that you've been very honest on your vlog from beginning to present. Love you guys and it's going to be great.
Behind the scenes is greatly appreciated, because real life isn’t edited. Sorry it happened. Feels like a trip to the DMV and being turned away, but on a much much bigger scale!
This was great footage. To let your fans see you at breaking point, however temporary, was pure genius. We loved you anyway and now we feel closer to you than ever. All that you put up with to get there, showing how tough you can be, and then you become our little girl once again, for just a moment, but you shone like a star. A saw a thousand arms go round your shoulders, including mine. You Rock, Sweetpea. We love you so much 💝.
The only people who never make mistakes are people who never do anything! Everyone else is human. So, take a deep breath, learn from the mistakes & get on with life! Y’all are amazing people!
There is no way any normal person thinks you are dumb. We love you guys. Thanks for sharing your adventures with the rest of us who are too cowardly to try it for ourselves. You guys are AMAZING people. Please don't ever let things like this get you down. Remember life if about the journey not the destination. Enjoy your time on this rock.
I'm a new subscriber. I find the issue in this episode both interesting and a little exciting. But have faith! Nothing is insurmountable. You two made it to Guatemala and have learned a lesson that I'm sure will never be repeated. Good luck!
Had this happen to the boat I crewed on for a summer back in my late 20's. I was just a deck hand so none of my responsibility, but it happens. As for the family bit. You are a couple, so you are a Family. Add in your fur kids and you are a thriving family.
Certainly did not have Pirates on my bingo card…. Glad you got it sorted.
I don't quite know what or where to start but ....
Jade...you are not dumb, stupid, nor did you fail!!!! You made a mistake. That happens in the game of life. You are both so amazing!! Jade, you are such a beautiful person...not only your outward looks, but your heart and inner beauty as well. Both your spirits are so beautiful!! Don't be down on yourselves!! If anyone criticizes either of you, they obviously have never been in the ocean and know nothing on what it takes to have the lifestyle that you both share! It's easy to criticize from the comfort of their recliner. I'm so envious of what you both have done and learned, and you must be so proud too! I'm sending you both love and hugs and and you know as well as I do, that everything will be alright. Also..love your videos and you showing your real emotions! Hope your ribs heal fast and you ARE a family!! Relax and enjoy! ❤ Myk
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Definitely don't beat yourself up about missing that part of the paperwork, seems like a rookie mistake and one that's easy to make.
Also, personally love the BTS stuff of you guys working things out together but definitely just do what you're comfortable with!
Failure is not a bad thing! Fail fast and learn from it. I lead a team of a few hundred people and I actively encourage failure, that’s how we learn. Fail at the same thing over and over, learn and build. Fail for the same reasons, that is not good. Fail and learn. Makes you stronger and wiser. Keep going kids! Best thing I have ever watched. Keep going!!
After making mistakes for 75 years the hardest thing you need to learn is how to forgive yourself nobody’s perfect
Jade you are not dumb. This is new for you guys, and there's so much that you both have to do to get under way. You have both done so much to get the boat ready. This is just a hiccup and as you said it is something that happens all the time. What I do love about you guys is how you both support each other and don't throw the other undre the bus that shows real maturity.
Like other commenters, this doesn't sail like any kind of failure to me. The paperwork is my personal nightmare in cruising. So easy to get something wrong, and so much hinges on it. Sorry for your troubles, but you guys have achieved great things, so much more to come. I love your videos. Keep on keeping on! And of course if you are married you are family!
You guys are wonderful. You show so much love for each other. You ARE a family!!! I’m so sorry you are going through a tough time,but I know you will prevail. Just look back at all you have endured. You should be so proud of yourself.
There are so many places around the globe where the locals are not only hostile, but actually dangerous ! I hope the two of remain safe !
This is an OUTSTANDING vlog on many, many levels by an outstanding FAMILY. Thank you for sharing your emotions and tribulations during a very trying event. You deserve so much credit for airing this vlog!
So far I've never sailed outside of the EU, and I can't even imagine the ordeals we have to go through when outside those borders. Thanks for giving us things to thin about ;)
No one thinks you’re dumb, rest assured. And on one thinks what you’re doing is easy. We admire your positive spirit, and we’re all pulling for you. Everyone makes mistakes; only the foolish and careless make the same ones over and over. Press on, and expect our full support.
Thanks for sharing guys. Its late where I am, so will be brief. As others have said. The gamble that you took with the boat. The incredible amount of hard work that you both put in, to make her better than 'factory' if my memory isn't playing tricks, was something I'm unlikely to forget. Mistakes are brilliant learning opportunities. You know that. So, learn the lessons and move on. Like, don't let your food stocks get so low. Or maybe, always have an emergency 'stash' of non perishables that you don't touch, unless its a genuine emergency.
Crossing borders since 9/11 is one of the most bureaucratic obstacles that we have to face in our world. Most people only do this once or twice a year, for vacations. Or, not at all. So, there will be hiccups. There will be dramas. But courtesy and a smile will often open doors that previously were closed.
I'm ex-UK military and while the military can be very dysfunctional compared to civilian life. It does have a lot to teach you.
Like, debriefing after a 'situation', passage or whatever. It should never be a shaming session. That's not the object.
Just a run through of what happened, what went well. What could've gone better. What you'd do differently next time. How you might prepare differently. Do this until it becomes a habit and you'll find yourselves doing it in a chilled conversation, naturally. Then mentally filing it away. Or putting it in your log book for future reference.
I love the term satisficing. Things don't have to be done perfectly. As long as you accomplish your goals or some of them. You don't expend more time and energy achieving them than you want to and you achieve them safely etc etc It often doesn't matter that you don't hit 100% of a goal. Nobody is watching over your shoulder. Nobody is scoring you. Armchair admirals may criticise. But, they'd likely do much worse themselves. There's a saying in some branches of the military, that 'every day above ground, is a good day'. That's a low bar, you might think.
But, in the military, it can be a very high bar. With what you're doing, its lowish, so basically keeping yourselves afloat in all senses every day is something to celebrate and be thankful for. Everything else on top is a bonus.
As to the 'person' who corrected your definition of your family. I understand that often in life, what people say can be thought provoking and it seems to me that like me, your relish being challenged. If its done to aid growth. But what the guy said isn't fact, so far as I know. Its just his opinion. He's welcome to it. But that doesn't mean he gets to dictate what labels you or anyone else use to describe, whatever.
His opinion is no more valid than any random person. In fact, he's way behind the times and needs to educate himself. The old definition of what constitutes a family has been consigned to the history books. We have all sorts of families now. Almost a kaleidoscope of possibilities.
I suspect that this journey that you're on. Both physically and metaphorically. Will help you grow as people and as partners, in ways that you can't even imagine yet. You've stepped outside of your comfort zones since the start of this journey and as I'm sure you know, at least as well as I, that's where the growth is. We only get to pass here once. You've got to make your life count for something.
I almost forgot. I'm really liking the new raw style. Very 'front line journalistic' ;) Hopefully it takes a lot less time to edit etc
Apologies for stating the obvious.
Happy trails :)
I'm so happy everything worked out for you guys. Jade, you almost had me crying! Enjoy your newest adventure, and keep the videos coming 🙂
Seeing Jade cry was rough as I knew that I couldn't do anything to help. Though I do enjoy watching all of your content. Be you (both of you)... that is what I enjoy.
Jade I hate seeing you cry and upset. You are such a sweetheart and have to try and find it in your heart to aim for perfection but leave room to forgive yourself when you miss the mark. Welcome to the human race. As you age i hope this will become easier for you. In the meantime know your true fans love you and without judgement. Try and adopt the mantra that you dont win or lose, you win or learn! Remember no one like someone who is never wrong. That fact that you both showed us your vulnerability is what’s so beautiful about your channel. In appreciation!
The way I try to look at mistakes is “ok, this is a problem I now know how to deal with. I wouldn’t have known how to fix this before, now I do.” Looking for how a bad situation adds to me and my experience, as opposed to how it takes away has really helped with my anxiety and perfectionism. I hope you’re both feeling much better! ❤
I've been yachting in the US for 40 years and never heard of a Zarpe until today. Thank you. I am now wiser and can thank you guys for that!
You need to get some better chocolate if you are going to use it to cope. Hershey's is just above cardboard.
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I really enjoy the real "takes" and the everyday life you guys share. It makes it seem more....more....there with you than other channels. Keep this stuff coming!!
I love seeing the "reality" and the raw emotion. It's good to see what yet expect as we hope to do that someday too! Hang in there!
Don't feel bad. You hit the nail on the head when you said you don't know what to don't know. You've now learned and I'm sure neither of you will make that mistake again. Your subscribers are behind you and I know I appreciate how real you're being!
SHAKEDAOWN.......
You guys got this. Don't sweat that stuff. Love you guys and what you are doing. Stay strong.
You are definitely a family!! And by showing what you have gone through you may be helping someone else from having to go through the same ordeal, keep up the great work
I’ve been binge watching you guys from the beginning for the last week. There’s so much I could tell you right now about why I’m not there myself but I do have the boat. It’s a cute little older Catalina 30 that’s perfect for just me. Maybe a +1 if I meet the right woman but for now, it’s my project and it’s perfect for me! At 48 years old, I’m still learning that what other people think about me is none of my business and I wish those people felt the same way at times. But here I go with what I think! I’m impressed with the way you’ve taken this journey and made it yours 100%. You’ve listened to what people have had to say, accepted what fits and let go of what wouldn’t work quite as well for your path. Something I’m also still working on. I’ve seen a ton of channels like yours but not many have shown raw emotion and it’s release, only highlighting the beautiful side of sailing. This was important for me to see because it shows the reality of sailing. I’m learning a lot from your reality as I work a bit more every day to hopefully cross winds with you. You guys inspire me and when I watch your videos, I think, why not me? I have no good answer for that. So thank you for being here and not letting the nay sayers discourage you from your dreams and hearts. Side note, the logic that you’re not a family without children doesn’t make sense to me. Do you cease to be a family when the kids are grown and gone? Are you only a family again when they come to visit and no more a family when they go home? I’d like to ask that person who said you weren’t a family those questions. The way I see it, I’m still a father even though my daughter (26) grew up and now lives 2,000 miles away. I started telling people to write their opinions of me on toilet paper, it’s the only way their opinions will be useful in my life. I know, I know, it’s just my opinion but I think you guys are a family. A very beautiful and inspiring family at that. Until I see you on the water, I’ll keep you on the screen! Much love to you both!
Whenever I screw up due to lack of information I feel stooopid and cheated......but after a lifetime of stubbing my toe on things because I didn't know what I didn't know, I have come to the realization the name for what I was going through was "Tuition" just like paying for college classes. Life and Success requires payments along the way....TUITION.....So.... guys you're still in the game and are that much the wiser.......lessons learned like this are never forgotten. We all Luv Ya Both......so keep on plugging. And BTW .....thanks for sharing.
Not dumb and not a failure. Mistakes are opportunities to learn, adjust,, change a path, change a destination, or merely to reflect. You guys are capable of anything you set your mind to. You are a wonderful FAMILY!!! All the best...
I think the best advice anyone can give you at this point is a simple one. " Don't read the comments." Take advice from your most loved an trusted. But for your own mental health. Stop reading the comments. You can't live like that. Love the channel.You are great. Keep doing what you do.
Wow I feel so badly for you, Jade! Anyone could make that mistake, but the energy I could feel coming from Brett is palpable! I understand frustration, but I also understand “stonewalling” and someone being twice as hard on you than you already are of yourself can be miserable. I understand the why you hate making a mistake when you only have each other.
I’m happy to see these really real videos no matter how hard it must be to share. It helps a lot of people for sure.
Thanks for the upload, I look forward to the next!
I totally feel you on this and you are so brave to show your vulnerability. You are living the life I want, mistakes/lessons and all!
You two are a family. Beating yourself up for making a mistake is a mistake itself. The best learning comes from mistakes. Recognizing when you make one is the key thing. Admitting it is even better. Progressing in spite of it adds to you wisdom and judgment. Looking back on my long life, the mistakes I made often became the best of times.
I have binge watched your journey for 2 weeks straight and I truly enjoy your videos and your ambition to just do this! Jade, you are NOT dumb. You don’t know what you don’t know and definitely give yourself some grace. Just look at it as another adventure! Since I’m caught up on videos I sit here missing your voices! Looking forward to watching to matter where you go! Enjoy the journey with each other! May the Lord guide you and protect you!
Jade, I'm like you. I beat myself up pretty bad when I make a bigger mistake like that. Then I back myself down off the ledge and hit the problem with a good dose of rational thought and learning from my mistake. No real damage done. Mistakes are inevitable and a part of life. You both handled it very well. I did want to say though you cried harder than I've every seen anyone cry. I've never seen tears actually drip off someone's face before! Not making fun of you all, I just found that interesting to see!
Behind the scenes shows the realism of what you live with and what we would feel even though we are not there. Keep it up!
I love how real and raw you guys are. I love how you guys work out your problems. As someone who also a perfectionist I totally understand the self hate when you get something wrong. But the fact that you get through it and figure out a way to get through the problem is extremely admirable. So I hope your next couple of weeks go by much smoother so your brain can take a chill now.
I've been watching your family for a long time and the boat you own is extremely nice since you fixed it up. I'm very sorry you felt badly. Keep up the good work please. Thanks!
This happens TOO ALL CRUISERS, and not just once, so do not feel bad. Thanks for sharing this, you will help countless other American sailors that are also just starting out. I know it sucks but this is just one of the many learning moments you will face in your future round the world. Being able to say yup I screwed up we'll just have to go back or somewhere else and redo the paper work trail. HUGS AND CHEERS AND FAIR WINDS Steve h.
Shoot, the way you two are with each other, how supportive and cohesive you are, it doesn’t matter if you’re married without kiddos…you’re a family. Even if you weren’t married, you two would still be a family.
Let the haters hate, live your life, enjoy everyday you have.
You are a couple that have become part of a family. You both with your dogs are a family.
YES DOGS ARE OUR KIDS!
How dare anyone call them otherwise.
❤ your adventure.
You guys, learn and move on and forward. You have strength, wisdom, hope, security, joy, help, peace and each other!
I absolutely love the "behind the scenes" stuff. Don't be hard on yourselves. What you have done and what you are doing is absolutely incredible. There are very few people who could possibly do what you've done and are doing. Very, very few! One thing! I understand that it's a big thing, but it's one you can fix. God I wish there's some way I could be of help to you. Watching you and traveling with you "virtually" has been such a big help to me. I have my Rockies here in southern Colorado, but due to an injury, I can't get around anymore. I came out here in 1997 and moved out into the wilderness for a couple years learning how to live with and off the land like we should. I have that same "adventure" bug that you do and I understand that part of you. As long as you keep posting, I'll keep watching with extreme gratitude for how it benefits me deep inside where it counts. You two are the best! Oh, and your puppies too. 😀 Happy sailing! P.S. right now you're talking about a "family", yes, you are definitely a family!
It's refreshing to see that people aren't afraid of their failures. I just didn't realize that some people have.lived sheltered lifestyles to where a small set back would cause that much distress... I guess when you live a life expecting failures that when they happen you just laugh and move on... You guys are doing great. Don't worry about others opinions so much and just be happy being yourselves! Failures are only FAILURES WHEN YOU ACCEPT DEFEAT! It's been fun watching you guys getting out there and enjoying life! Keep doing it! Just stop stressing over the small slip ups.... This small blip will be a mild memory of about a second of your lives later on! Mistakes just help you become more efficient later. Some of us have had to learn many skills because we and become proficient in them because I can't rely on others for the same level of service! Sometimes learning is hard!
Yes - The Talk was amazing.. sharing the real raw emotion really makes your journey ours.. Thank you for sharing, I can totally net even begin to imagine how hard it must have been.
PS don't be so hard on yourself everyone makes mistakes sometimes.
Thanks for being real. My heart broke for you in your distress. I'm so glad that things works out. Deep breath... "We'll get through this & If this is the worst thing that happens today then it's been a great day!" Love your channel!
That was some great drama, and you guys were super open about it. Failing is a big part of the human experience. Thanks for sharing.
You guys are doing a great job, don't be so hard on yourself. Out of the many sailing channels I watch yours is now my favorite due to the realness and rawness.
I love the nitty-gritty posts with some of the rougher moments. It's part of what makes your podcasts real and engaging. I also am convinced you ARE a family. Travel safely and adventure well!