Linh and Teal, Our Back Story - Part 2 Onboard Lifestyle ep.38

On this week's episode of Onboard Lifestyle we try to open up a bit more about our past. In part 2 we talk about moving back to the States and working hard to get back to cruising. Come back next week when we get back to work on our custom 435 catamaran SV basik...see you then!
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[@richardburger3350]

After watching this, my appreciation of you guys has gone through the roof!

[@billedgar297]

Many thanks for sharing your so interesting way of life, your ingenious talents. Bill Edgar in Musquodoboit Harbour Nova Scotia. Wishing you fair winds. Cheers. 🍷🎶❤️

[@agip1787]

The way your redecorate your cat, you are already a master craftman in the shipping industry.....

[@kyptokrit1630]

As someone familiar with the Seattle area, I can't fathom making that drive every weekend for 6 years. Serious amount of discipline, sacrifice and dedication. Seems to finally be paying off, though.

[@allanpierce4675]

This is the best story, the coolest boat that was meant tobe

[@cliffcraig5594]

You are one of the best channel around and I follow them all. You should use your SV title so others can find under SV or sailing search on Patreon.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks for the tip! And Welcome to the Crew Cliff! XO L

[@brianscholz5922]

Stunning

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thank you! 😊

[@sandorvegh9847]

Thank you!

[@clivestainlesssteelwomble7665]

Yikes thats a lot of miles working W.E. away on the boat. This dropped in to my current suggestions.

[@banjonichols3063]

I've been watching your videos for some time now...I so enjoyed watching, "Our Back Story"....got to know you a lot better...Thank you for sharing your lives.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks for watching!

[@ceeceety2320]

always love this video

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks guys! Hope all is well with you both!

[@ceeceety2320]

@@OnboardLifestyle Thanks! We're doing well and believe it or not, we bring you guys up in conversation more than you would think. Wondering what you're doing and what's next. Take good care!!!!!

[@chrisAnAussie]

Impressed!

[@DaddyGoodstick]

Damn.....you both are such hard workers.....I wish most people had your dedication to fulfill their dreams :-)

[@linhgobenyt]

This dream gave us a clear focus and direction for our life and we are so grateful to it. 💓💓💓

[@misterprofessor3511]

Great story! I can;t believe Teal is self-taught in the craftsmanship area! He's a natural.

[@linhgobenyt]

He continues to amaze me everyday. 💖💖

[@prepperjonpnw6482]

It’s been my experience that a little knowledge, a bunch of common sense, some logic, a dose of good reasoning skills and a bunch of getting your hands dirty doing it yourself is the best way to learn and get things done. Also, it’s a blessing when things go wrong under good conditions so as to prepare you for when things go wrong under adverse conditions. You don’t panic and make bad decisions that get people hurt or worse. My Filipina wife’s family relies on me to fix absolutely everything lol. According to them I could rebuild a 747 in the air if need be lol 😂 My dream is for her and I to live on a boat and be free to go anywhere we want to..

[@alainmiclette7634]

So hard work and dedication gets you places...what a concept!!..just kidding, but for many, unfortunately not...one gets tired of being told they are lucky, when luck has nothing to do with it..So thank-you for outlying the sacrifices you made to get where your are, you earned all of it..Congrats, enjoy, fair winds and lots of love.

[@deibertmichael]

I too was a cruiser. Sailing and wanderlust gets in your blood. The work you have put into your dream you will realize. With deserved pride! Living the dream! Captain!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Michael D! Get back out on the water!

[@deibertmichael]

Actually I'm looking into a canal Rental I could take from Northern Germany into France to the Med! @@OnboardLifestyle

[@allanpierce9700]

Yes teal the good times are so with you now and then.You just boarded one of the most fantastic boats in the world Kaori and I love to go back to these episodes esp this one where it shows instant remodels ... and talking about models linh your num 1in my book of beautiful women. I don't think teal could have remodeled you to look any more beautiful than you are no matter how hard he tried. .. I think quite a few others would agree that teal would still be working on that project..it would be hard to beat linhs cosmetic work

[@malcolmdavid722]

Inspirational story of how to live your life on a great boat. Well done ! I like the short clip method of cramming more stuff in.

[@billycosta3203]

Great job guys, thanks for sharing!!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks for watching!

[@neilpage1960]

You guys did an awesome job on the boat.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Neil! Much appreciated!

[@ironhorsehero1988]

Just an amazing transformation you guys have made to the boat, I’d kinda like to hear young Emma’s take on all of this, wish you all the best with wherever your future takes you and my sincere thanks for allowing a wannabe 70yo adventurer to share in your adventure.

[@scottpetrich1346]

It takes me a while to decide whether to subscribe or not.....But not in this case.....Gentle, good people. I like that

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thank you...we are good people!

[@craigjones4479]

Living the dream. Great story, glad you recapped it. Shows how hard work pays off...

[@10summoners]

Teal and Linh! Your family has been in my living room for the past two weeks. I only recently discovered your channel. I have been inspired by the work you do and the incredible attention to every detail of this beautiful boat and your home. Thank you for documenting your adventure and sharing your story with us. I'm amazed by the support you give to each other, the patience you show to yourselves, this project, each other, and the happy daughter you are raising. Congratulations to both of you. As a working professional who dreams about one day getting my family on a boat, you've shown me another roadmap for doing this. Keep up the great work...and on to episode 39!

[@anthonyelyas2040]

I've been following you guys for over a year, and only now have I gone back to watch this! Wow, such an inspiration!

[@Big.Ron1]

Outstanding. I really enjoyed your story. Thank you for sharing. It is inspirational and entertaining at the same time. Not only are you a magician when it comes to refit work but you two are great photographers and story tellers. Well done, thank you!

[@kentmichael4147]

Your work on the boat is amazing. Your determination matches your dream which is so awesome. I hope you receive everything you want and desire.

[@mickmccrohon]

Awesome story... thanks for sharing.

[@roycepruett5862]

I just ran across your video a couple days ago and have been trying to catch up from ep #1 I am up to ep #38 pt2 and have enjoyed all with #38 1 & 2 the most, so far, Thank you for sharing your life story. ( I spent 4 years onboard ship in Pearl Harbor ). ( gonna take a while to get up to date ).

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Welcome aboard!

[@elitepropertiestoronto2979]

Love you both... two hardworking people LOVE IT share many similarities trying to convince my wife to work remote, I run my own business that i could do remotely.. handy but not as handy as Teal but can make it work. Love to learn. Wishing you all the best.

[@marcc5028]

Wow... what a story... great life thus far and much more to come no doubt... from a great couple !!!

[@kerbyfab]

I have a new found respect for this channel! What a great job on the refit... world class craftsmanship.

[@linhgobenyt]

Aww! You are so awesome for saying that. Thanks for following our adventures! XO

[@meganhuge1]

I’m so impressed with the work you have done! And so excited for you!

[@PaleRider54]

Teal, you have turned that "project" into a true thing of beauty and are to be thoroughly congratulated, not only for the cat, but for all the right choices and priorities you have put into your life, especially in marrying Linh. It is so important to have found the right partner in life, that you can share goals and work toward them together, bearing the hardships and pushing through them to realize the goal. Well done, my friend.

[@dbeney2280]

thank you so much for sharing

[@scottsheen6224]

Thanks for sharing! You guys rock! :)

[@johngregor6133]

Dude....I am so impressed with your work. I starting watching your videos on the new heater.....it was then I saw you had such a attention to detail. I actually thought that was a brand new boat!! Such a great job! Keep up the great work!

[@patraic5241]

I thought the same thing. If I hadn't seen this episode I would have sworn that was a brand new boat they were tweaking to make it more comfortable for themselves. Those before and after pics at the end of this video were really eye openers.

[@marxtr6]

Wow, I only started following you guys about a year ago. Never went back to see the incredible amount of work you two did. Now I’ve got to start over. Love your family and you’ve done a fanatic job with Emma. Fair seas. Mark from Oahu

[@retepekooc]

Only found you guys recently,love what and how you do things and what you have done-together Inspirational Love your Canadian calmness and can do attidude Thankyou

[@gudfarfar]

You are really good at this finishing and decor jobs on the boat. It really looks great, and I am very impressed about your commitment to the boat project and the sacrifices you had to make over the years. Excellent job, guys! I am impressed about your Emma and her ability to take the changes on like she has done. It is very hard to always have to move around and friends are important for a young person to have near. Even though you are friendly towards your kid, you still are the parents and no substitute for those friendships. I wish you all the best.

[@barrysummers1622]

Guys you have done a wonderful job on that boat, a big well done and good luck for your future cruising plans.

[@donr416]

I still don't know how I skipped over episodes 37 and 38 in my binge.

[@stevesheliflying]

Love your story. So great to hear where you came from and your plans for moving forward. Thank you so much for sharing part of your lives with us. Can't wait to watch you cut the lines and sail away, as long as you keep making videos.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Steve! We will keep sharing our journey and adventures with you. Thanks for subscribing!

[@kevinjones2509]

Oh boy,I just love you guys and talk about craftsmanship,I do believe it’s the best I have saw.You guys give me a smile and hope to one day take the plunge(get a boat and sail)!!Keep the videos coming sure do enjoy them 😄God bless

[@SpiralDesignWorks]

Super inspiring. Hard work and good planning go a long way. I love the refit as well. Honestly the most modern looking cat I have seen. Subscribed.

[@darrylphillips1215]

Wow!!!!! What a story! You guys really did a lot if sacrifices to make this happen. It takes time and planning and unity and agreement to do something like this. What an amazing journey, but all that hard work and working yer asses off paid off! You have a beautiful home. Good job real and Lynn.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Darryl, we have dedicated over a decade of our lives to make this happen!

[@brynjenkins7412]

Wow what a story! that was quite a journey to this instant adventure we see on KZbin. Immense dedication to the dream!

[@adrianheywood9234]

Thank you for being an inspired and inspiring couple (family). And for sharing your story. Cheering you on from here. :)

[@mikemoxley9477]

Super super video

[@NonSleeper_Occasional_Thinker]

we are eagerly awaiting the next chapter also, hugs from Canada, thanks for sharing.

[@larrygldn9245]

The back story really helps to explain the work on the boat. Your (both of you} taste and attention to comfort, functionality, and design is unique and the best I have seen on any boat. Your channel is something I look forward to see pop up. Thanks for sharing. lrg

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Larry! We appreciate you saying that. This has been a labor of love and it hasn't always been easy for us, but we can't wait to enjoy what we have built. Thanks for watching!

[@biodude64]

You, sir, have some serious skills! Nicely done.

[@marielitob]

Ever found a treasure map? If your watching this channel, you've found one. The lifestyle IS the treasure. Just follow what this guys did to avoid being blindsided from the realities of sailing. Thanks for the foresight and the dream building materials. Thanks......

[@Loomis-kz1in]

Truly amazing couple..... a pleasure to watch the channel and follow the adventure...

[@chuenyeelau]

What an amazing and inspirational story! Best wishes to your brilliant and adventurous journey ahead.

[@bartonrobinson4266]

I have seldom been enthused by what I watch on the YT, but you guy's have a splendid way of showing/telling Your story, how on earth could one not be fixed on it. Never has the world been more able to see/hear the adventures and be engulfed by it then the past 10 years or so. Beautifully done Capt. Teal, all 3 of you's are going to have a beautiful life forth coming, oh yea, the pup will too; Many thanks for the backlog of the past as that made it come full circle !!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Barton! We always look forward to your comments! Thanks for subscribing. XO

[@frankhoran2794]

So nice to go back and watch the beginnings. Look forward to your video every week. Keep up the adventure.

[@towhitby1]

You guys are an inspiration- the cruising lifestyle is well deserved for y’all. I must confess I haven’t worked anywhere near as hard as you - not even sure I could - but I’m about 6 months off finishing!

[@seansteede]

I came for the content, but I also really enjoy your video style, professional enough but also very authentic leaving in some of the little glitches which is what youtube videos should be about. I go to the theatre for polished hollywood productions...great work and really enjoy you're videos. I have a lot of catching up to do! Cheers.

[@richardshippful]

The best sailing channels are where the couples truly work together with the same focus. It is cool seeing you two pull towards one goal when you both seem to be pretty strong willed. That's a hard team to beat esp with Emma pulling too.

[@linhgobenyt]

She's our rock! 💖💖

[@MarViewInternationalRealty]

That is an amazing story and is the most beautiful refit of a boat you have talent I can't wait to see your adventures

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Juan, we can't wait either!

[@RobJanDMZ]

Nice project! Like the job you have done with the boat. I´m Swedish and saw that you also bye stuff from IKEA (Swedish company) to your boat. Good luck!

[@percival3830]

Thank you for your smiling faces, for your back story, and for your vision of how to live a good life.

[@linhgobenyt]

Thanks for watching Malcolm!

[@asphaltjunkie4748]

Lihn , Teal is right , it wasn't that bad back in the 70's , all we had was paper charts , an RDF , a CB and a ship to shore in case of an emergency . My dad would take us from one harbour on the southern calif coast to another in dense fog where you couldn't see the bow from the stern . Never felt it was dangerous until one day a great white swam under the boat and we could see him on the port side , he was as big as our 26 ft cabin cruiser .

[@kennethellis2213]

Great videos, keep up the great job !!

[@pirateracer69]

IT's a privilege to follow you guys from preparation to full blown sailing in a few months. Can't wait to see you cut those lines.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Us too! Thanks for watching!

[@theodorebowers9737]

I can't wait for more in the next chapter as well I love you Channel along with many others but you're in the top three right now congratulations job very well done

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Theodore!

[@katiefox9918]

The 1st time (many episodes ago) that I viewed Onboard Lifestyle I thought "I'm not seeing it", but after watching so many episodes, especially the last two, I have to say that you guys are awesome! My best wishes for your wonderful future, cheers!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Katie!

[@daedster1]

Great vlog, always good to listen to others experiences, a great team!

[@jerryfield5815]

Fantastic story well planned. People have no idea how the future will play out in their lives a common goal is at the forefront of the life living on a boat. Also wanted to say that working in the finishing carpetrey field must have been in your genetics unbelievable transformation. I will keep watching.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Jerry! We appreciate your words of encouragement!

[@extremelydave]

Just found you guys...... wow, you have really done some great refitting work!! Mucho impressive!!! You're going to have a nice "ride" when you are ready to venture out!!!! Hope to see it soon!!!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Dave!

[@ceeceety2320]

This videos popped up on our feed and WOW, you guys did what so many would have walked away from. This boat is just a superb example of what you can do when you want something and put your mind to it. It looks like it came off a showroom floor! So beautiful! Peace!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Guys! Sometimes, we can't believe what she looked like when we first purchased her. LOL

[@sc-ez9fz]

Thank you for filling in the puzzle pieces. Hopefully the videos are apart of the future!! Thank you!!!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

We are just getting started Susan, we launched our channel early so people would understand our full story...the best is yet to come!

[@hibbiteejibbitee]

great journey. thanks for sharing.

[@olli_k]

Who in the world could give you a thumbs down?! When you are done with your next cruise, Teal you can get into the custom yacht interior business. The photos of your first boat and now this one are incredible! I wish I had 1/4 of your talent in carpentry.

[@ceeceety2320]

Olli K I thought I was a perfectionist... Teal is the master! I have to wonder though if after all this, would he ever want to have a go at another boat again in this lifetime! LOL! Who knows? I would buy anything he built. I know that much!

[@crazifyit]

WOW! This was a great video to watch! Honestly, one of the most touching things I have noticed in your videos is how you interact with your daughter. I wish I had a handy dad like Teal to teach me when I was your daughter's age! I LOVE that! I also love how you two seem to fit so well together. When you are going to be in cramped quarters, it matters that you have someone you REALLY love and want to be around with you! The refit is just BEAUTIFUL! I want to do this work by myself and I have been absorbing everything I could about this process. Watching Teal do the work has been inspiring. Finding out it took so long has been.....A REAL REALITY CHECK! :-) It has made me rethink some of my initial plans. I thank you for putting your videos up and for your honesty. For those of us about to embark on the journey, it makes such a difference to learn how people like you did it and are doing it. From one sea loving woman to your sea loving family - THANK YOU!

[@brianswanland5466]

Appreciate the discussion about waterline length as I am looking for a cat and am tempted to buy a smaller boat to save money on marina fees and make docking easier. I do hate the hobby-horsing action of smaller boats and was surprised to hear that the few extra feet of waterline make such a difference. Thanks!

[@DonaldChapman]

Thank you for telling your back story. It sure fills in all the questions!

[@roderickmchardy3650]

well you all certainly earned your good times,, enjoy...

[@dlavarco]

I really loved both parts of this story and look forward to your future on the high seas. I think what I like most is watching Lynn smile. When she smiles, her entire face smiles and you don't find that so often... You're a lucky man. I watch a lot of channels and I must say that yours is by far the most alcohol free among them...other than a glass of wine now and then.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Linh's smile is the reason I married her. I am a lucky man. Thanks for following our journey.

[@dlavarco]

I figured it's either the smile or her culinary skills. They're pretty close but I agree. I'll take the smile. You can always teach someone how to cook but you can't teach that smile.....@@OnboardLifestyle

[@Maoli2013]

I just found your Vlog. Amazing to say the least. I know you probably already do this but make sure your beautiful daughter plays an important part in the restoration project. I watch several SV channels and I have to say that the ones where things seems to go according to plan (relative) are those that incorporate (1) plans & goals; (2) meticulous work and (3) honest & open communication. You obviously meet all those criteria. As a metal & woodworker myself I am humbled by your restoration projects. Exquisite work. I look forward to putting you on my subscription list and reading and watching your progress. Thanks for sharing.

[@brianjoyce9040]

And I can’t wait for it to happen, in your own time. Priorities are all so righteous and heartwarming to see. Well done guys and your work and ethics near impeccable.

[@PhillipBolan123]

Love listening to the story of how you got to where you are and the before and after images. Waiting patiently for the next chapter.

[@12345NoNamesLeft]

Great Thumbnail

[@KCTroyer]

We are on board and very impressed. Love your boat improvements !!

[@wouk1974]

Now that I've watched both of your back story Video's it makes me appreciate all of your hard work even more. Not only are you a youtuber but also a friend and neighbor. SV Basik is one helluva boat. I am looking forward to your future adventures, where ever the winds decide you should go.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Stephen! We are looking forward to it as well. Cheers and thanks for following.

[@englishmaninfrance661]

The quality of your work is outstanding. A superb refit

[@AndyWJP]

Awesome story. Please be careful when you are cruising around the world and hopefully don't run into trouble with the weather, hitting damaging floating objects, encountering pirates, and land lubber thieves etc. But I'm sure that you guys will do your research and plan ahead for various scenarios.

[@RacerOld7]

Thanks for sharing your Back Story, great work on the boat and in your story videos. Thanks for sharing the inspiration

[@ekendoug]

what a small world we spent 20 years down the road in moses lake really enjoy your vids keep up the good work

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks for watching Doug!

[@DD-xx8wh]

such a wonderful story-truly amazing effort, commitment and superb craftsmanship... but another back story how (or who) does the design (in every situation it's so well done!!) process, decisions and solutions take place? wow!

[@russpost2557]

Beautiful job inside ..

[@brianchamber]

great story and beautiful work! keep up the good work!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Brian!

[@MrMoses28]

We will be waiting and following the next chapter. I LOVE your back story.

[@CreatingALifeILove]

Love your story, looking forward to more.

[@dougford5691]

You sailors have done a fantastic job on your boat. She looks beautiful. Great story !!!

[@samjoe4263]

Never seen your vlog before, but you guys are amazing and I am rooting for you. Had tears in my eyes at the end of this. Can't wait for you to get out there!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks for watching Sam! Now you can binge watch all of our first videos so you can get caught up! :)

[@CyrilPlisko]

You guys are great! Fantastic channel! All the best!

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Cyril!

[@ch0pil0t71]

Your story is as infectious as your smiles. Your channel is in my top two, SV HappyTogether is my other. When I think of all the channels and great Vlogs out there I find myself drawn to the likes of you and Randy whose love of life and sailing is at your very core and never leaks. Oh and Delos, the Wynns, Sailing Zatara, Emerald Steel, Follow the Boat,........ needless to say, you're in good company.

[@minnoshveaslan3410]

you can add Sailing UMA to your list:))

[@ch0pil0t71]

Gusto Grille - absolutely 😬

[@ed_richards47]

That's an amazing journey guys. You should be proud of your achievements. You deserve to enjoy the fruits of your labour for a long time to come. Thank you for sharing and I look forward to joining you on the next stage of your incredible voyage.

[@OnboardLifestyle]

Thanks Edward! We are definitely going to enjoy our next chapter! Thanks for the follow!

[@linhgobenyt]

Thanks Edward!