From Where No Traveler Returns | Ep. 250

[@Zbip57]

Our greatest accomplishment as parents is seeing our kids grow up to be decent human beings. Your dad is surely proud of you. Take care.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Thanks. Fair winds.

[@billballard2019]

Kevin, so sorry to hear about your dad.

[@adamkimball9796]

Considering all your achievements your dad will leave us as a very proud man. Your a good man Kevin!

[@rainfinger]

We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. Jeannette broke down n tears when she heard, saying he would want you to carry on.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Thanks Rauf, hope all is well aboard Rainfinger. Are you still in Brazil?

[@rainfinger]

@@howtosailoceans1423 Sailing to Brazil is not what we expected, economically independent, growing all their own food, including coffee and cocoa, producing oil, having a self-sufficient mind set. This country has a future. Here is an anchorage (S12.58, W38.30) in Salvador off the Port Captain's Office, adjacent to a small marina by the fort, paying $100 per month, accessing all their facilities like showers and laundry service. Just be careful, respectfully suggesting no night-time excursions away from this anchorage.

[@bernardlawson665]

Hey Shipmate. Deepest Sadness Indeed. Was Your Dad a Maine "Forever"? How blessed he was to have a son like you. I sense his "Robust" DNA in you. Perhaps a Mug of Rum awaits you to celebrate your Dad's life. For now, I offer a favored sailor's prayer. "When the Last Hand Comes Aboard" ..... No more watch to stand, Old Sailor, for you are drifting on an ebbing tide. Eight Bells has rung. "The last dogwatch done. Now a new berth awaits your Dad on the other side. Your Dad's ship is anchored in God'Harbor. And his shipmates of equal rank shall be mustard on the deck to greet. And Pipe as he ascends the Plank."God Speed Shipmate"

[@LandersWorkshop]

Cool wordings...

[@bernardlawson665]

@@LandersWorkshop THX from my years at sea in the Navy

[@jw3dd]

There is no greater joy in my life than watching my son’s dreams come true. I bet your dad has felt that way too, Kevin. Peace.

[@NeilMartin-z7e]

Kevin sorry about your Father. You are living a full life and I am sure he is proud of you. Fair winds .

[@Hilltop-shipwright]

I'm sorry about your dad 😔. Your Chanel is my number one favorite!!

[@sposwellness8653]

That is a difficult msg to get, when that end notification series starts for a family member. We think we understand how our lives are designed. Thank you for your sailing videos, metephores of life.

[@richardfowler6403]

Kevin, in times like these always remember there are people thinking of you. Hold fast young man.

[@tom7o18]

"The part of me that's you will never die." Prayers for you and your family Kevin. Memories are a gift from GOD.

[@pjhenders]

All watching you are your friends, and we will grieve with you.

[@paulthew2]

Sorry to hear about your dad. Life is a journey, and our dad's are a big part of it.

[@tomwilley9037]

My condolences Kevin. He through you has been a significant influence on me through your videos. I thank you both.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

It was dad who taught me to sail. So I guess it was fitting that I would be at sea for his passing.

[@Bleemus]

You are the son your father always hoped to have. He would want you to sail on and make him even prouder.

[@annedelahay857]

Sorry💜, hold your memories tight and sail on. I left Australia for Mexico to sail back home across the Pacific, my mother was 90yrs when I told her of my plans, she encouraged me to go, and did not want me to come back for her funeral if she passed. I had a strong feeling that I would not see her again. I did not attend her funeral, I sailed on, grieving at times while sailing across oceans and visiting remote islands, I also gently held my memories of her, and reflected on her guidance and the values she instilled in me.

[@icholash]

I've read some of the recent reviews. It takes courage to leave the rat race behind to lead peripatetic lifestyle.You present an entertaining and informative channel and are clearly one of the best. Your old man would be proud of you.

[@Early8Q]

I can feel your pain. Fair winds and following seas to your dad, and you. ❤

[@jperrdory]

Heartbreaking news, Kevin. Peace and the strength of love be with you and your Dad. John

[@huntsail3727]

Will keep your Dad, and your family in my prayers.

[@hrmacdonald4471]

Kevin, sorry to hear about your Dad .

[@87sport]

I am a father, you are following and living your dreams and succeeding at it. He is very proud and happy, you remember that. best wishes.

[@clifflong1203]

If a sailor has anything, it is a great acceptance of life TODAY! As people, we know nothing of tomorrow. Embrace all the good in TODAY, regret NOTHING of yesterday, and press on into the vast possibilities of tomorrow! You are a good and decent man. Any father would be proud to call you his son. Forget any personal disappointment you surely have related to dear old Dad, as a father of 2 grown boys, I can ASSURE you I let it ALL go many years ago.🙏💪❤️

[@Sail-Ride-Walk-Repeat]

I realise this video is now history, but sorry to hear about your dad. He would be proud.

[@dylanchalk3035]

So sorry to hear about your dad. Prayers for you and your family!

[@TarquinWildridge-ul4ih]

Really sorry to here the sad news hang in there 👍

[@gregsaunders9472]

Stay strong

[@davidehrmann6862]

You and your family are in our thoughts..... Be safe.... I recall the memories you have of sailing with your family.... best to you all...

[@RechargeableLithium]

Home is the sailor, home from the sea, And the hunter home from the hill. Peace to you and yours.

[@gilregan2195]

Kevin our prayers are with you and your family. Remember Dad is a strong man. Fair winds to Dad and the rest of the family.

[@eggy68]

Saying goodbye really sucks. I'm glad your dad had the option of hospice. Fair winds, Kevin.

[@TheSailingBrothers]

Really sorry to hear about your Dad Kevin

[@SailingKaruna]

So sorry to hear about your dad Kevin. As others have said, he must have been so proud of you. It couldn’t have been an easy episode to share. My heart goes out to you and your family. 💕

[@JakMang]

Very sorry to hear of your father’s condition.

[@svamandolin3546]

Keeping your Dad in my prayers. What you are doing means alot to us here on land. SHowing us what bold, pragmatic risk taking yeilds. Very much appreciate what you do and your sharing it with the rest of us. Your Dad must be proud.

[@sailinghaldis]

Best and belated condolences to you and your family. I hope you doing better.

[@zerofox7347]

Sorry to hear that I’ll have your dad in my prayers.

[@rfdinesen4027]

Kevin, I'm so sorry regarding the news of you father. My thoughts are with you. I can only imagine how proud he is of you.

[@astrayalien]

I feel for you, losing a parent is tough. Hang in there and remember the good times you spent together.

[@maurizioferrario1949]

Hi Kevin, I am watching your videos since you made the Atlantic loop 2 years ago, I am also a solo sailor and learning from you. This is the first comment I male, to express my being close to you for your dad. Be strong and be well, you are a source of inspiration for all us solo sailors. Maurizio

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Thanks for that Maurizio, fair winds.

[@millzee60]

Your Father had a good innings and was no doubt proud to have you as a son. My condolences.

[@keithhancock3311]

So sorry to har about your Dad. He must have been very proud of you. You are one of his greatest achievements. Keith.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Thanks Keith.

[@Seafariireland]

Tough news to get while at sea, plenty of time to ponder days and memories of old. Kindest thoughts for you and your Da. SkipRay, Kerry, Ireland.

[@CC-kt2hm]

Just flowing with the wind I love that style of sailing

[@jerrylynch5611]

Sorry to hear about your dad Kev!

[@kevinkinsella7815]

Thank you for sharing. You are inspiring! calm seas and fair winds Sir

[@jeffgriglack9624]

Sorry to hear about your father.

[@patricklaine6958]

Tough news to receive at sea Kevin. Thoughts are with you.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Thanks Patrick. I trust you are doing some sailing? Wish you would pick up the camera again.

[@robertdarwin9897]

you continue making you dad and everyone proud of you. love and blessings

[@johnmoore5497]

My condolences to you and your family. Sorry for your loss. Even though I do not know you or your family. I know through all your doings, travels, and accomplishments your dad must have been a great and very proud man. You are an inspiration sir. Keeping living a good life as your dad would want you to carry on.

[@HKSailing]

So sorry to hear about your dad and how it must feel being out there. I can help but think he would be proud of you though.

[@maurelius57]

That is heart breaking about your Dad - I'm so sorry to hear that. I'll pray for you and your family.

[@andrewmellon5072]

I am sorry for your trouble. If there is anything to say at least your dad lived in his own house so long and didn't suffer to much indignity before he died. I remember thinking what lovelly straight toes you have which is a testement to the love and care you had growing up. Yours in sympathy.

[@maxibanez7547]

Regards, to you and your loved ones in this challenging phase of life.

[@dacapo82]

Prayers to you and your family. Your father is proud of you.

[@ashley-tm1uk]

this video brings me sorrow , but also one of the most cherished memories of my father…I had bought a very neglected vagabond 42 that my aging dad had considered to be one of the worst decisions of my life until he saw the completed refit…he was aboard numerous times with my family for some very nice weekends…one day out of the blue he drove to my house and told me that he had been listening to a voice recorded book in his car. he explained that it was about a highly experienced father who set out to design and build a yacht with his inexperienced son, and sail around the world..they did just that..after returning, during an interview, he was asked of all of the great sailors who have done this, who does he admire the most…the man replied without hesitation, “my son”… i was wondering why he drove to my house to tell me about this story …my dad, although he was a very loving man, was not one to easily hand out praise to me… he said “ this is how i feel about you”…it was very difficult not to choke up, because those words meant so much to me, and still carry great significance in my life… i thought that it would have been so easy to have never heard him say this, even though i knew deep down that he admired things i had accomplished… just in case you had a dad who may not have had the chance to tell you this, i can say with great confidence that I am certain he felt very proud and admired his son.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Thanks for sharing your story! Yes, my dad was a bit of a curmudgeon as well, I could relate to that.

[@damoog5985]

Oh man, sorry to hear that. Thank you for sharing and trusting us through your sad days.

[@paulputnam2305]

I’m so sorry for your sad news Kevin. Prayers to You and your family. I’m kinda without words right now but, it takes a strong man to share your personal life with us. Fair Winds to you and your father. Much Love and Hugs!

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Thanks Paul.

[@jonssailing]

Best to you.

[@jeffmack4995]

Heavy hearts and thoughts, Kevin. I lost my dad when I was 16 and I think about the time we shared pretty much everyday at some point. It's been 51 years since his passing and yes in time you heal. Thanks for sharing the personal reflections, points in time like this what ties us all together. Jeff and Julie s/v OoLaLa Westsail32 hull#81

[@oaklandmax]

You have my greatest sympathies. It’s a hard thing to go through in the best of circumstances, and harder when you are trapped far away.

[@mhub3576]

My condolences to you, Kevin. There really are no words, but it's clear to me that your father had a very strong influence on you as you seem to be a history buff, and also clearly received the gift of a love for sailing, so he surely lives on in you. Something I'm certain he recognized and of which he must've been right proud. Fair winds....

[@eleutheros]

Sorry to hear about your dad, Kevin. We enjoyed your video! The blossoms are on some of the trees up here! Spring is here!

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Good to hear that spring is making its way up to Lunenberg, and soon you will be sailing.

[@bin_chicken80]

Thanks for sharing your adventures Kevin. Hope you're dad is doing OK.

[@deborahdoyle6743]

Buddy I am so sorry about your Dad.

[@Lost_AtSea_]

Fair winds.

[@brunsonr]

Sorry to hear about your dad. Hang in there.

[@sailingnomad4963]

First! Fair winds Kevin!

[@oceansquatch1481]

Sorry to hear about your dad. All the best to you and your family. Fair winds

[@markthomasson5077]

Love that boat, so traditional, timber mast, bowsprit and all…with laminate Code 0, full battens main, solar panels.

[@winmosser]

I did not need the explanation; the message was written on your face. Like you I was blessed with a good father who taught me to sail well; I miss him but he’s always present I’m my mind so I still try to make him proud. Fair winds and good holding Kevin, Will

[@maritimetees2315]

Condolences to you, my friend. Explains a lot on your itinerary you described to me. I know how much your Pops meant to you and your sailing. ❤

[@johnwalker6711]

Bummer man hope you are ok its never easy in that situation losing a loved one Fair Winds mate

[@UUBrahman]

Good video, thanks. I'm taking care of my 100 year old Mother - can't get the sailboat out of the garage - you did right staying on the boat.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Wow, 100, that's amazing. It's also a burden, for sure.

[@ufodude1000]

Sad to be out there knowing that very sorry to hear.

[@gregg6282]

All the best mate. It’s not a pleasant experience for anyone in your family

[@brianoconnell6475]

Condolences to you and your family Kevin. Your dad is likely quite proud of you and your accomplishment in staying a free person. From what you have shared you lived the best of both worlds and succeeded in corporate life and the free life. I wish only the best for you in whatever path you choose in the future.

[@crazywisdom2]

Fair Winds and Following Seas my friend. Prayers for you, your Dad and family. Amen !!~

[@sailingvesperonthechesapea8111]

So sorry to hear about your dad. Been down this path myself twice after losing both parents and it’s unfortunately a fact of life we must all face when we still have elderly parents. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your sister. Not a Patreon member so I’m sure he’s passed into what will come next for all of us has happened. You’re memories of your life with him are now your most valuable possessions. Hold them close. Take care and fair winds.

[@robertschaper5737]

All my best to you and your family. My hope is that your connection to the ebb and flow of a life at sea gives you an extra measure of wisdom and comfort on this difficult passage.

[@richardwheeler103]

So sorry to hear about your dad, Kevin. Thanks for your honesty in this video and all previous. I have followed you for several years now and I thought it was the proper time to come out of the shadows, to offer my condolences and thank you for the inspiration! I am a KZbin sailer who accaisionally sails out of Santa Barbara with hopes to sail my own boat out of North Calolina some day, while it is still feasible for me. Fair Winds!

[@prqrsqtful]

So sorry to hear about your father. You have my sincere condolences. I have no doubt you have made him very proud. Take care of yourself.

[@walterelmore1017]

my condolences

[@bradwhite6254]

Ugg, sorry to hear about your Dad.

[@peterparker5166]

Sorry to hear about your Dad. 🙏🏻

[@michaelcima5772]

Very sorry about your father. These circumstances are always painful. Hope you are well.

[@Bobsadventuresfl]

Great video. Always looking forward to the next ahoy.

[@djowen5192]

Sorry to hear that. Be strong.

[@johnchilds4156]

So sorry to hear about your dad. Keep the faith

[@richmorpurgo5554]

So sorry about your father. 💔

[@RoryL83]

Sorry about your father. I can feel your pain in the video. Take care.

[@stjerrmanramstedt]

❤

[@jimr513666]

Condolences my friend. Love your videos.

[@ImnotChuck.]

Condolences on the news about your dad.

[@ki6hzs]

So sorry to hear about your father. Hang in there brother. We all are pulling for you. I know this happened a while back as the videos lag behind real time. Best wishes 👍🏼

[@RussellParker]

Godspeed.

[@eyeofchorus6313]

Have you ever tried to set up a hammock in your sailboat to try to diminish the effect of the rocking, either underway or at anchor?

[@SailingSarah]

I have a couple of hammocks but have yet to try them to counter rocking.

[@japc4326]

Sorry to hear about your dad, even though this was taken Dec 27th ish....sharing it now, my sympathies and understanding when you just can't be with a family member because of circumstances. John

[@DarthGnomian]

Fair winds and following seas Kevin! So sorry to hear about your father. I know these videos are very delayed and just want to say I’m sending the best vibes to you and your family. Thank you for sharing these moments with your viewers I don’t know how you kept your composure.

[@davidhazen5269]

Grand Mananer to Mainer: most sincere condolences. Many years ago, rxd word via radio, while on transit frm Hfx to St. George’s, that MIL had passed. It is particularly tough when you are at sea and it is effectively impossible to return and be with family. From what you have published, it seems he was a man of the sea and would have understood. Now, 4 mos past, hope things are OK with you and yours.

[@daveamies5031]

It's been a while since you recorded this, so I hope your dad's health improved and he's well now 🤞