Enough Boat Work, WE’RE GOING SAILING! | Sailing Soulianis - Ep. 39

RAISE THE SAILS!! Woot woot, we’re going SAILING!! After installing two of our six solar panels, we fire up the engine to make sure Mr. Beke still runs, and we’re off the dock. We cross Mobile Bay chauffeured by a pod of dolphins, and enter the GICW (Gulf Intracoastal Waterway) which takes us to LuLu’s and Pirate’s Cove. We’re elated to be on the move again, and ready to begin our adventures in the Gulf of Mexico.
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Lauren & Kirk
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[@Just_Your_Average_Guy]

Lauren, you're a natural beauty, but what really makes you gorgeous is your spirit and positive attitude. Kirk is a very lucky man!

[@gpk7683]

I simply don’t have words to describe how much I like you two or how much I enjoy your videos. More please

[@CheersWarren]

Kirk, why ask why? Lauren is a wonderful breath of fresh air and beauty to have on board. If she is doing early morning yoga , that's fine, Helping you figure out you passage , brings the rays of sunshine to life. Wonderful. What ever it take to never see her unhappy face again and all will be well. Enjoy and go with flow. A special time never to be lost. Cheers. Warren

[@michaeldobson8859]

First time I’ve ever saw the need to fire a contractor that certainly needed to be fired. You did the right thing. Maybe even sooner than it took.

[@ParabellumRacing]

"Fragile"....."must be Italian"......a reference to one of the best movies of all time! stay strong and live your dream. speed bumps wont stop those that are committed.

[@trumpetmano]

Dolphins right off the bat? Good Omen for you guys!

[@SailingSoulianis]

Ya how cool!

[@mjarchambeau]

I like seeing you both smiling, laughing, and happy.

[@alanbrookes3056]

Well done guys, you will find the highs will always out do the lows you experience...a lifetime of memories for the making. Nothing quite like messing around in boats!

[@carthagedye6291]

Awesome! Awesome! Awesome!

[@DDixon3121]

Glad to see you stopped at Pirate"s Cove. It must have been off season; there were no boats on the beach and no hordes of folks partying. Robert's Bayou, the body of water behind Pirate's Cove, is called Robert's Bayou. As you discovered, it is one of the best anchorages in that area and is one of my favorite anchorages. I've been visiting Pirate's Cove since 1990. They have some wonderful bands playing on the weekends and in June, they have an awesome autism fundraiser with a fantastic Elvis impersonator.

[@SailingSoulianis]

It was very low key!

[@scable-eq7bp]

So the adventure begins, raising the sails and shutting off the engine is such a sweet feeling, looking forward to you chasing your dream......

[@peterfrebold]

..... Ace ... the smiles and laughter and twinkly eyes are back ... made me laugh with happiness myself .... have fun be safe, save our oceans ....

[@heathermallard9197]

I cried along with you nothing more stressful that watching cowboys destroy something precious to you. I sure hope you sue them for the return of the money they took from you...pursue them please in the courts. Those shysters need to be named and shamed so that they do not do this to anyone else. I was so sad to see the normally smiling face so very sad. Stay strong...and don't worry it will be alright in the end and you'll get an even better one made by someone who does know what they are doing. Much love Heather from Scotland. x

[@jastark22181]

Another great video! And to the people watching these videos, remember to NOT skip the ads... You have to watch at least 30 seconds of the ad for them to get any money at all but from the 30 second mark on, the longer we watch, the more they get. Let's help get these wonderful people's ad revenue up higher! 😉🙂

[@mikebarron5805]

I didn't know that. 😮 But there's a lot that I don't know about sailing. 😊

[@benv5189]

I did not know that. Thanks

[@dannymunoz4052]

Finally! All the way from the Great Lakes. The big ocean adventure begins. Fair winds and following seas!

[@jeffstrotman3905]

Glad to see you are on your way. Shame about the metal fabricators. There are plenty of us out here that take pride in perfection.

[@skipperbob5164]

A couple youngsters chasing there dreams .... I love it! Great videos for there kiddos& grandkiddos to watch!

[@TheActiveAssault]

True, their kids and grandkids are going to have a lot of awesome insight into their parents.

[@SailingSoulianis]

@@TheActiveAssault They will probably still think were dorks... or whatever kids call their parents in 15 years.

[@elysiumsailing]

The dolphins, what a great wat to be welcomed back to sailing!

[@jamieclark9266]

So much happier in this video!!!!!!!!

[@jackyotes3189]

respect guys. Great job so far, but this work never ends. its just 10% of sailing, the rest is work.

[@Gunnie1961]

The smiles on your faces tell it all. Congrats on moving on and happy sailing to both of you.

[@jeffkovacs6521]

Great video guys. Sometimes trouble brings out the worst in people... sometimes it brings out the best. After watching this weeks installment, it clearly has brought out the BEST in you both! So great to see you back on the water and enjoying being together. Thanks for sharing this... it made my morning!

[@fxpthl]

Oh kids, I am so happy that you've left Mobile and headed toward FL! There is Love on that beautiful boat and it shows through your loving smiles and forehead kisses. Why is it that all of the cruisers I watch are such "Beautiful People"? Well you are!

[@Zoltarswim]

Fragile... Must be Italian! I knew I loved you guys!

[@frankd2301]

Love arcane references that not everyone gets 👍

[@webheadusa9377]

@@frankd2301 Yeah, like shoppiing at Target, but that's French. :¬)

[@sailinginvictus1756]

We just eat at Lulu's, they have a great appetizer called the Crazy Sista's Crab Toast. The owner is on location just about every day. However, Jimmy Buffet has never visited the restaurant. Wife and I have enjoyed watching several of your videos. Don't stress the small things. I once hit bottom twice in 1 week. SeaTow was my best friend that week, 24 years ago and it happens to everyone.Two types of people, those that hit bottom and those that are going too... Make sure you always double check and recheck again before leaving out. Never get into a rush to go or to be anywhere. This is where you can make serious and a series of mistakes that can be brutal. Always remember safety first! Did I tell you safety first? Much love from my wife and I. Keep your heads up and you got another new subscriber. Florida welcomes you with open arms! Oh one last thing. You two make such a wonderful team/couple. Your 37 is beautiful too! Maybe we will see you in the future!

[@jlue7704]

My wife grew up about 2 blocks from Dog River and when we got married in the early 70s we did a lot of fishing by the Dog River bridge. My wife is now a retired elementary school principal and I am a retired city manager. We now live on the water in Mary Esther FL but we are too old to do what you are doing so we just enjoy sailing by watching videos like yours. Thanks

[@slimpickins3425]

Sad to see you getting ripped off , but every experience teaches us something about life. It was awesome to see you out sailing again!! I even caught you on Odd Life Crafting trip to the Miami Boat show, that was so cool!! Smooth sailing and fair winds!

[@watercop5115]

Still following you kids, gods speed

[@lPaulSaltzman]

Happy to see the two of you HAPPY...

[@MikeSheasheaDtree]

"...activate those arms Lauren..." lol, loved the fragile reference , The dolphins!!!

[@HopeOfJoe]

Soooooooooooo happy you headed out. It is the magic after 5-months !! Chassé ⛵️💃🕺🏼⛵️💖

[@SailingSoulianis]

Thank you Richard

[@curtotto754]

I continue to enjoy your adventures.

[@GeorgeGraves]

Good for you guys - you've earned it.

[@mikeclark6221]

Lauren and Kirk Back on the water again! That's Great. Escaping The Dog River Doldrums and sorry ass welders at Turners, even greater! Have fun!

[@jerryf609]

Congrats on being back on the water. I love seeing another michigander sailing in the Gulf. I'll have to stay in the Great Lakes.

[@SailingSoulianis]

Thank you!

[@PremierNZ-qb5zd]

So happy to see you guys finally on your way bet you can’t wait to get out of that disgusting brown water. Happy sailing 👍

[@Martinrs75]

Love following your adventures! I would love to see longer episodes, but you are doing great!

[@barrystone2122]

What a wicked web we weave to keep our boat in the sleeve an off-the-cuff LOL Reef Runner out

[@EdToml]

Your joy is infectious!

[@robertforsyth2010]

Those kind of mornings just make the stress fade away.

[@garybaker6333]

I like your style cause it's all about fun. When you get bored you could build some frames for your solar panels and mount them on your stern pulpit and life lines like so many cruisers do. Atticus is one.

[@450cafe]

Woohoo,way to go guys!

[@WingStop1234]

Yeah!!!! Finally a good sailing video from you guys.... Glad to see you back in the water

[@stargatepioneer]

It was nice to see you happy and moving again.

[@stephenk.9344]

Knowing how long ago this footage was shot doesn't diminish the excitement I felt for our departure (did I say OUR?) I'm onboard like it or not. I won't eat or say much. When Kirk stepped into the cockpit at dawn and mentioned the sunrise I immediately was reminded of the movie Tora! Toea! Tora! "Ohhh, this is a good sign.". I'll bet Kirk could do a great imitation of the Japanese pilot. It's good to be sailing again.

[@dalerohwedder2368]

congrats on your first sailing since you got your mast put back in. You needed something go right for you.It's nice too see you guys smiling again and happy.

[@mikeanderson7019]

So so so happy for you guys

[@FullLifeCrew]

We really enjoy your videos. We could not do what you guys are doing. So watching you guys is our little escape.

[@bryangoldthorpe8906]

Glad to see you both smiling again. I know what it feels like to be ripped as well but I'm coming to the end of a 5yr refit and am looking forward to getting sailing again!!! This episode has helped spur me on - cheers 😁👍👍👍

[@SailingSoulianis]

Awesome Bryan good luck on the push to the finish!

[@chiefenumclaw7960]

I'm really digging the Midwestern version of SLV. You guys are great! Love the format, editing, everything. Cheers!

[@rickczainski9856]

So happy for you two. Enjoy!

[@SailingSoulianis]

Thanks Rick!

[@danielhoyle3546]

You two are wonderful. Keep smiling.

[@glassman51]

It’s so nice to see you guys happy and free once again, enjoy

[@webheadusa9377]

Lauren & KIrk: YES! So happy for you, not to mention Soulianis doing what she was built to do! :¬) Webhead USA

[@srqlisa7881]

Also suggest walking around the port/marine there and see what others have done for solar framing, I'm sure you can find some ideas, also yours are light enough to hang off the side of the boat with zip ties to the safety rail. :)peace

[@paultabone2010]

🦋💃🕺🏼💖⛵️⛵️ These setbacks make you both stronger every day ⛵️💃🕺🏼⛵️ you are both beautiful people and good things will come your way 🌹💖🌈⛵️🌈⛵️

[@heiltvilt]

Love that attitude👍😂

[@foundatsea3483]

LOVED that segment at 9:36! Passing under the bridge.. wow. When's your Slow TV episode coming out? Use a bunch of scenes like this, amazing. *Idea - in conditions like this, run a second camera off the stern (as you do so well already) just recording the sailing bit i.e. Slow TV. Thanks for all the great episodes!

[@Wapps7]

Glad to see you sailing again. You don't need all of the STUFF, just get out there and enjoy it, it looks great!

[@svtabula-rasa7753]

Best sailing channel on youtube hands down.....

[@ceddavis]

15:48, yup, those are artificial reefs. You were passing through my home waters. Learned to sail on Mobile Bay and love gone Cheeseburger at Lulu’s. Really sorry for the bad experience at Dog River. You’ve made it to the Bahamas, so you made it through the shallow water around Orange Beach. Keep at it,

[@thomasbrynwood8592]

I love watching you guys. Positive attitude (hard not to be when you're on the water again), moving forward, overcomers. Thank you!

[@billroberts3864]

We are very happy for you two now that you are finally sailing.

[@CorwynGC]

SAILING! And dolphins on the first day, doesn't get any better than that.

[@robinknight8012]

Nothing but good times ahead. Leave the bad memories behind you. Hopefully that will be the only bad experience you guys encounter in the coming years. Have fun. 😎

[@798jamesb]

Just watched your videos and you are a amazing inspirational couple Great people lovely boat happy sailing

[@imabeliever244]

I don't know if it's your age, your attitude, your story or just the cinematography, but you guys are one of the sweetest couples on youtube. Thanks for always making me smile.

[@ldirk58601]

all the sap is all the happiness! congrats on getting going!

[@shawndrupp]

JUST BECAUSE you quoted A Christmas Story I will keep playing this video all day at work in the back ground so yall get some more $$$!!!!!!!!

[@SailingSoulianis]

Lol

[@rayvonnesr1672]

So happy for you guys! You guys have come soooooo far! 😃

[@riverwizard22]

Glad to see how happy you are !!😊🎈

[@pathfindergeorgia1117]

Love seeing the smiles.

[@electron4784]

Congrats!! May all your winds be behind you and all your sunsets be red.

[@williamwright2183]

YAY ! Hated what y'all went through. Hello from Maryland USA

You made it! Back on sails. Congratulations.

[@curacao11]

Awesome video guys, make them longer or twice a week ☺

[@rrojasg68]

Nice to see u guys finally moving along and sailing a long awaited relief, have fun on the adventures!

[@mattkathforth2300]

Hi Lauren and Kirk Been following you since your first episode. Great to see you out sailing again. Loved your tip from the Great Lakes to the Gulf. So sorry to here about your troubles with the arch, hope you get a good resolution to it. Looking forward to your future adventures. Matt in Tasmanian, Australia.

[@SailingSoulianis]

Cheer Matt, thank you.

[@brewz1000]

its weird to think this is episode 39 and it feels like number 1. After all the crap, today you started on your adventure . Take your time and take us along!! Oh, and F that welder guy!!

[@nealsnapp7730]

Bravo! Super happy to see all the great stuff happening now! I literally cannot wait until you reach the Gulf! I bet it's a bit trippy sailing in the ocean compared to the great lakes. So much more vast and unknown. Kinda spooky. Wish you guys the best. Keep growing!

[@davidtaylor2777]

Love that you guys are finally back on the move! The love you share for each other and your adventure comes through every aspect on the video. Excited to see what’s next! Good winds and fair skies to you !

[@craiglange4852]

Happy for you two. Another adventure begins!!

[@nooknerdz]

Yay for y'all making your way out of the muddy waters of Mobile bay! I hope you enjoyed your visit to the paradise that is Pensacola. This video, while so exciting and awesome to see your progress, is SO painful to watch for me... I live in Pensacola. It would have been awesome to have been able to bring you a welcome gift! (That's what I get for waiting to join in on the social networking platforms, ugh!) Maybe next time... I look forward to seeing your adventures as you continue your journey. As always, thank you so much for bringing us along!

[@drwindsurf]

Awesome! I am happy to see you were able to make some of the solar work for you...so nice to see you sailing again. Congratulations! :)

[@JustMe-pp1mp]

What a joy watching this video after last week's downer. Your excitement and happiness comes right through the screen, how do ya do it? Stay safe. :-)

[@markgallagher0000]

what a wonderful pair you two make,all the luck in the world,all the way from bulgaria x

[@sammiibb]

so good to see you guys happy and sailing !!!! ..and not stuck at dock. Great video !!

[@steved3387]

REMARKABLE story telling. Great story. LOVE this channel and you two are awesome. Congrats and Cheers! from Steve and Tracy, TN

[@greggreen5624]

Very happy for you guys. Will be following your adventures

[@TitusLivy777]

Really love your videos! Now that you're out of Mobile, I have a feeling that lots and lots and lots of really good stuff is coming your way. And through your videos, it's coming my way, too. Yoohoo for ME!

[@brianw6645]

You look so happy. Congrats.

[@rogerkolenda8726]

OMG I'm so happy for you guys to leave that place! I thought for sure Krik had his middle finger up when you said goodbye to Turner. LOL! Nobody would have blamed you if you did.

[@panamajosh76]

FRAGILE!!!!! Luv it.... 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@derekwilkinson7939]

Good to see those smiles back in place. Good to see you doing what your supposed to be doing SAILING. 👍👍

[@billybert3506]

Same Floaty, New Pool. Congratulations.... ;-)

[@CesarGonzalez-kt7vp]

Beautiful! Nothing but smiles!

[@robertbeger4275]

Wunderbar! Got me smiling and laughing. Woot! Outward bound.

[@jingbar]

Great to see you finally free from the marina, congratulations

[@mattf49006]

Great to see ya'll headed out and some water under your keel...keep smiling..soulianis tribe has your back

[@roadsweeper1]

Awesome Vid!!! So glad you finally got out that marina and into some water especially with the dolphins playing by the bow. Something may have got stuck in my eye, bitty watery :) Cant wait for the next one!