We FINALLY made it to Grenada!! (but then we had to leave) Ep 293

[@SailingZatara]

Thanks for watching guys! At the time of filming this episode, there was no hurricane in the forecast, so we had no idea what was coming. Tune in next week to see how we fared through Hurricane Beryl. Have a great week!

[@syasenns294]

I was praying out loud your boat was spared.Ben got my family & friends to pray . If I can't watch sailing with Zatara I would have check in rehab lol. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@skimmerboat]

I'm in south Louisiana . Sure to get my turn with the hurricane season.

[@RobertDeanG19]

Hope your boat is ok. They got hit pretty hard. i live in Fort Myers FLA so am well aware of how destructive these events can be. Sorry for your loss of your friend. prayers on the boat and family that lost a son.

[@jimihendrix5576]

Do Jack and Kate have channels and if so could someone post a link please?

[@ScottBaxterRE]

When you’re trying to get through your week and you spend half of it worrying about Sailing Zatara!

[@GorgeousGangstaaa]

I love how keith wears his heart on his sleeve. He’s not afraid to show genuine feelings and emotions. Rest in paradise jj 🥺🩵

[@geoffthefarmer]

Great video. Great tribute to JJ. It just goes to show you how important it is to spend as much time as possible with your kids.

[@SailingZatara]

Oh man I know.

[@dianegriffith3006]

Beautiful tribute to a lovely young man. So sad of his loss. 🙏

[@seancbrophy]

Godspeed to the whole Zatara crew/family.

[@Niagra2011]

RIP JJ

[@429nix]

Ditto @geoffthefarmer Family is everything. Prayers to JJ's family and y'all.

[@KjeldJohnsen-q1g]

Condolences to JJ’s family. I lost my 18 year old daugther 28 years ago. She was on her bycycle when she was hit by a car, A young man driving to fast lost control over his car. There hasn’t been a day when I did not think of her. You never ever get over it, but after some years you slowly learn to live with it. regards Kel from Denmark I started follow you when you bought Zatara in Greece. Thank you for many lovely esperiences.

[@SailingZatara]

💔 I hate reading these comments today 💔 Sending love, the Z-Crew

[@yourlifeisagreatstory]

My sister passed away at 16yrs old from a P.E. Losing a family member is tough but that pain is multiplied when that loved one is lost at a young age. I’d see younger girls out and about or around the college campus and think she should be enjoying those moments. It’s been about 7 years and I still catch myself about to text her. Sending my condolences and hope as well to the original commenter and all of those reading this who have lost a loved one suddenly ..

[@pamelasoares7514]

So sorry to hear about JJ. What an am😢amazing young man. Condolences to JJ’s family and to yours. 😢

[@sailpac]

Clarkes Court boatyard in Grenada reported no serious damage following Hurricane Beryl.

[@linbooma1]

Our deepest condolences to you all. We lost our beloved Lonnie when he was 16 years old. Never forgotten and always in our hearts!!!

[@nicolalovetta5538]

I'm sure that all the extended Sailing Zatara subscriber family are sending their love and thoughts to the whole Zatara family and especially to JJ's family in Tonga....your entire family are inspirational in their own way and you should all be very proud of yourselves and each other x

[@goodstuff1559]

Life hurts sometimes, but it’s clear JJ will be remembered.

[@leonarddutch5267]

thank you Keith for showing Finn not to steer with two fingers but both hands. Driving a car safely is a major responsibility, especially if you unexpectedly experience a blowout. thank you Rene for your wonderful content, love your family.

[@davidjames5727]

You should also reinforce the roof of your car with thicker metal just in case an asteroid should fall....smh

[@DVolvoguy777-x7o]

Good tribute to JJ. Well done. Moms and dads ain’t supposed to put their kids in the ground. That’s not the way it works. I lost my oldest son to homicide in 2018. He was 26. It’s darned hard to get over. I know the feels of JJ’s kin. My hearts out to them. ❤😢 🙏

[@justachipn3039]

I lost 3 of my closest friends growing before I was 18 just before going into the NAVY. 1 cancer 2 due to stupid accidents... keeping busy and involved in the NAVY was what got me through it. I think about them all the time. Keep JJ in your life's... you will NEVER forget him, so don't even try to "move past him"... move with him !!!

[@BKF1911]

Every time I see Keith start to cry when he talks about his kids leaving I start to tear up too. Y'all are amazing parents and have a beautiful family.

[@thomasallen6980]

They are heading into their 70's. It's time to let go. The parents raise kids, the kids dont coddle their parents forever.

[@mcd858]

Rest in peace, JJ! man that's way too young!

[@deangroothedde1081]

Who is jj i missed a few episodes

[@mcd858]

@@deangroothedde1081 they explain in this episode.

[@danielboudreau6680]

Wow, the JJ subject was still so incredibly raw. Although it’s hard to watch, it’s so beautiful to see how much you all loved him. That being said, your children are learning such valuable things from this that will make them even more amazing and resilient as adults. This is unquestionable proof of how a healthy family dynamic can strengthen the healing from such a sad tragedy. Again my condolences to all who knew JJ. May his legacy be cherished.

[@bobbolieu9013]

I was surprised a few years ago when I learned that they advise against the traditional hand positions of 10 & 2, instead preferring 9 & 3 or 4 & 8. This was brought about because of the Air Bags in the steering wheel. I had driven with the 10 & 2 most of my life. It didn't take long to make the switch. Plus it brought another level of comfort to driving. Keith is very thorough in his teaching style, gentle and encouraging. He is brief in his explanations, yet I can tell that ten thousand scenarios are running through his mind and he works hard at keeping those in check and staying in the present. Keith and Renee, you have raised some amazing young adults. It's been a treasure watching you all grow these past years. I can say years, because yes I did binge watch for a few months. It was great to see the world through each of your eyes.

[@thomasallen6980]

Have you considered visiting a bawdy house? Might be time.

[@0scartheCat]

yes and feeding the steering wheel through the hands and never crossing your hands over, in UK it's fail.. also try the matchbox on the dash to test hill stats, put the mirror at an angle so the tester sees you moving your head showing mirror use...

[@travish3130]

Been following y’all for years now. Please accept my deepest condolences on losing a good family friend like that. I remember him being in the videos. He seemed like a great kid with a bright future.

[@kelliannawebb5738]

Wonderful tribute to JJ. So sorry for your loss. I lost my 23 yr old son on Feb 29. I m praying for you all as you deal with the sorrow and heal from this terrible time. Enjoy your month on land!

[@SailingZatara]

Oh my 💔 We are so sorry for your loss.

[@kelliannawebb5738]

@@SailingZatara thank you.

[@raylang2996]

As a catastrophe insurance adjuster since 2002, now retired, I am very concerned for Zatara. I hope somehow she came through this storm without any major damage. I worked many hurricane claims in Florida, Louisiana, Alabama and Texas and I know firsthand how devastating these winds and storm surges can be.

[@PaulBarber-zi7jj]

Great video! My condolences for your loss. So happy to hear Zatara survived Beryl! Much props to Finn learning to drive a stick! Normally Dad is not the best teacher for this but Keith does awesome...kudos!

[@jamieweyndling1861]

“Does awesome”? What does that mean?

[@dougcross6767]

I’ve lived in Hawaii for 50 years and I know three people that have died from Shallowater blackouts and two of them weren’t alone they had their close friends with them. The other one was using an aqua scooter, trying to go through a cave so he was by himself. So sorry to hear of your loss

[@step2911]

Finn getting to work with the manual transmission is so huge. He will be able to translate that to so many things in his life as an adventurer.

[@lucindapacker6510]

Renee, Keith, Jack, Finn and Kate, my deepest condolences for the loss of your dear friend JJ ❤ I love your channel so much, you are honest, real and a breath of fresh salty ocean air. My tears started when Keith said it’s been a tough few weeks, and it looked as if he was biting back the tears. Safe travels to you all, wherever you go ❤

[@jadejohns3107]

Worried about you guys, Zatara, and hurricane Beryl, please 🙏 update us ❤ My deepest condolences to JJ’s family, the Zatara family and friends, a truly unfathomable loss. Prayers and a cradle of loving kindness in this profound time.

[@OldManGibb]

May the Lord bless and keep JJ's family. We never know the days allotted to us, So live them in Joy, Happiness, Humility, and Service to others.

[@robertjohnson4784]

Unfortunately I know how you feel I lost my son back in December hearts are broken and I pray in time that they will heal special prayers to Jack and Kate and JJ you will greatly be missed but never forgotten RIP JJ❤

[@johnkim8957]

It’s so very sad to lose a good friend, May JJ Rest in Heavenly Peace with our Heavenly Father🙏🏻❤️

[@cortjampole9391]

My condolences to you and the Rice family for your loss. I lost my stepson ,whom I raised ,in a tragic car accident and you never fill the void or stop hurting. You only learn to live on. I know Jack must be really hurting. I know he could use a hug from his parents. I’m glad Kate is there to help. I hope the Zatara survived the hurricane. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Hey Finn, you be careful out there. Don’t be too trusting. There are those who would take advantage. Get a dog. It will warn and protect you. Go with god. We’ll be watching your channel.

[@dianegriffith3006]

A dog would be great for Finn. A big one. 👍

[@rustymacneil3227]

I feel your hurt Keith as I lost my only son 2 yrs ago. Deepest sympathies to JJ's family and friends. Finn, time to spread those wings young man, be safe and call your parents!!!!!

[@jasontrotter5110]

That yellow j24 behind you is call fadeway and used to be raced in barbados by my father in-law. it was brought and taken to Grenada to try and help the small sail boat racing commodity grow

[@roccosophie6498]

RIP, young man. God doesn't call you home unless he needs you more than we do. All we can do in times like these is give thanks and pray for all of our families. Sailing Zatara, your channel is full of life lessons. I'll watch your channel every week for as long as you chose to provide it.

[@joefrawley5295]

Thanks Keith for teaching your son to drive stick. Also thank the crew of Zatara for always lifting my spirits through your many adventures. I look forward to the next episode every week. All the best Zatara!

[@yanik007]

Any loss is hard but even harder when they are so young. You never expect to bury one of your own.....

[@10GOLDENWOOD20]

That Land Cruiser brings back memories. It's pristine! May peace settle in yours and JJ's family's souls.

[@steveburlace4518]

Never be sad, the kids need this time to fly. Nothing will ever take away from the amazing job you've done as parents. They will have these videos to look back on throughout their lives. Don't cry coz it's over, smile because it happened.

[@RUTHSOFFGRID]

Love Keith's tears and sense of humor. Renee, you both are blessed!

[@davidmartin6273]

My condolences to JJ’s family, and your family. A young person’s unexpected passing is a very difficult experience. 🙏

[@ScottHintz]

Prayers for JJ's parents. I can't even imagine.

[@willslever8112]

Keith - you are such a decent, honest and compassionate human being.

[@AzBob01]

JJ, you touched so many lives throughout the Zatara family. People you never met, but who know you just the same. You lived a full life in such a short time. My friend, may God be with you, may you be with God.

[@jimkress5929]

Keith I'm a papa bear and want my kids around me all the time also... I feel your pain brother. RIP JJ !!!

[@TerrieBarrett-nk5nk]

Omg 7/6/24.. just saw the news bad weather in Grenada.... so worried for you all Keith & Rene how's the boat...😢😮😬🫢🤯👀⛵️👀⛵️👀🤞🤞

[@ShimonLobel]

So sad over the loss of JJ. May his memory be blessed! I'm sure you and Keith will know the right thing to do in his memory.

[@scottmapes4657]

I just stumbled upon your channel a few months ago and I can’t wait until Thursday every week and I have watched about every one of your older episodes. My wife and I are in our early 70’s I am amazed by how your family works together and how you embrace young people God Bless you for that so I live my dreams through your channel and I am so sorry about JJ please keep making videos!!!!

[@Shaneodell35]

You all did not lose JJ. You all gained the best guardian angel!! Much love to you all!!!❤❤❤

[@jacksgirl23]

I'm so sorry for your loss! He was a really sweet guy. Prayers for you all and his family❤

[@jmann81]

Seeing how hot it was when you all were there truly explains how Beryl rapidly strengthened as fast as it did. Happy that marina was safe and the eye went south of the boats location. Hope the people of the islands recover quickly, and come back stronger. The news about JJ is hard as well 😞.

[@stephanieburns4560]

This is a surreal video. Our house in Carriacou as well as everything around it is rubble. Thank God everyone is alive. I live now for video from before of the area with trees, houses, normalcy. Carriacou was paradise, trust me on this. I appreciate your emotional trials now, we are all in tears.

[@kalliem9496]

Sorry for your loss. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@joshmaitie5954]

I live in grenada.and we all can agree on that! Carriacou is such paradise! Soon be there to assist with work on rebuild

[@sheilamcdonough5191]

So sorry to hear of losing your friend. Such a great loss. Relieved to see you reached Grenada, and pray Zatara weathered this horrible hurricane well! 😒

[@deanpratley125]

God bless you guys. sorry for your loss of such a good friend.

[@christygraham6190]

So sorry for the loss of JJ🙏. Great tribute! Our monohull is also in Grenada at Clark’s Court and we have pictures of the boatyard after Beryl... very little damage there so Zatara and our boat should be fine🙏. Very grateful! The hardest hit places were north of the main island of Grenada in Carriacou and further north in the other Grenadine islands. Sending prayers for all those effected by Hurricane Beryl🙏.

[@reedsehon4881]

I cant imagine the pain and heartbreak both your families are experiencing at the loss of JJ. I was disappointed there was no closure with Luke and his girlfriend when you left Grenada. He had become a member of your sailing family over the past year.

[@tamaratanner4248]

Seniding prayers and hug, for JJ'S family and friends....

[@pilarpicota2891]

Sending your family and the Rice family positive vibes your way. Sorry for your loss.

[@claudiajensen5490]

I cried twice with y‘all… the loss of a child is indeed someone can never forget! My deepest condolences to JJs family! I am so sorry for all his friends who have to live through this experience. Thanks for sharing your everyday life with all the ups and downs….

[@paulgilliland2992]

Wow I’m tearing up watching this . Such a beautiful young human taken way too soon . You guys did an amazing tribute which must have been harrowing.

[@theromihs]

So sorry to hear about your loss, my condolences to JJ's family and all of you. I've noticed that Keith has been down for some time now. All the kids leaving, and JJ's passing have been taking their toll, it's been a tough few weeks...

[@williamwatson4067]

What a heartbreaking loss. Your tribute was beautiful. My prayers and sympathy for JJ’s family and the Whitakers as well. God takes care of us all, but healing takes time. 🙏

[@bethb6568]

I’m sad to hear of JJ’s death so tragically. Condolences to all of you. Rene your poignant memorial for him brought tears to my eyes. Thoughts to your whole family.

[@Shuubox]

Wow, I remember JJ from your videos, he was such a great kid, full of life, ambitions, knew what he wanted, he had his entire life ahead of him...I can only imagine what his family is going through 😟

[@krystopherfischer2919]

So sorry for the loss of JJ Rice. It just tugs at my heart when I hear of something like this happening. JJ Rice will always be remembered but never forgotten.

[@jennifer6833]

My deepest condolences to your family and J.J.’s.

[@asrotties]

I am so sorry for your loss. JJ seemed like such a lovely young man, gone far too soon . May he rest in peace.

[@lisaharper1827]

Oh my goodness, so very sorry to hear about JJ.

[@BJ-xs7np]

I am so sorry for the loss of your longtime family friend. I pray for the comfort and peace needed to heal that wound in your hearts, but like you said Renee, one really never recovers completely when it comes to the loss of a child. I pray for the family in Tonga and your children there dealing with the grief firsthand. That's great Jack is helping them out with those repairs. Thank you for this week's video, Renee, as always you do an excellent job of putting things together and linking everything going on your end along with what is happening behind the scenes. A lot is packed into one video. All the best Finn on passing your driving test, you will do fine. I won't be driving much in the next few weeks just knowing you might be out there though....LOL.

[@sachamo100]

Love for JJ and his fam. You will see him again.

[@BruceOnLocation]

Sending prayers for you and JJ's family. There's nothing worse than to lose a great person and family member so young.

[@jonathanvince8173]

I am sorry JJ and condolences to his family and the pain for his loss care for you all too.

[@Desertfox92308]

Very sorry to hear about your loss. Yes I know from experience how it feels. Losing both parents and our son.😢

[@MohanedEssop-kd9nt]

Rest in peace JJ he was a great lad from the few clips there . Great video mama we love you'll

[@theramenbowl1575]

Hard to watch Keith getting emotional without feeling the same. We are sad for your loss and hope Jack and Kate are doing well during this time. Looking forward to your continuing adventures!

[@scotthorn2362]

So very sorry for the tragic loss of JJ your family friend. I had just watched Jacks video and saw the two of them together. Can’t imagine how Jack is coping. Hugs to you all!❤

[@drottiemadisontelco]

Every parents worst fear. So very sorry for the loss of such a beautiful young man. I hope in time the pain will heal. Prayers and hugs out to the whole Z Crew

[@davidnichols147]

We all are praying for JJ Rice's family, such a loss is certainly overwhelming. Hopefully in time their pain will be exchanged with the short time they had together and we are all thankful for those. Best to Jack for taking over the tremendous responsibility in Tonga. We how he'll shine through with the knowledge received aboard Zatara. Can't wait for Finn's camping video's to begin.

[@dianegriffith3006]

Thank you Renee. Big hugs to you all. 🙏❤️🙏 and prayers for Finn as he takes off on his new adventure. God Bless! ❤️

[@JenniferGrobelny]

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. What a horrible tragedy. Peace to your family and his.

[@moleisrich1]

Oh btw, Congrats on making it around the entire world!!!!!!!

[@mullencat2]

Another great video! Only Keith can have you cutting onions 1 second and laughing your.... off the next. So look forward to the future of this channel sending prayers to your family, especially Jack and Kate

[@jfxl1977]

It's hard to accept that such a vibrant, fantastic person is gone. My continued thoughts and prayers to the Rice family and to all of you. I'm watching this on the 4th of July so I'm also hoping Zatara survived storm Beryl.

[@shanevanderkooi7026]

It is so real to see Keiths pain as the kids are starting to move on. Our kids are just approaching this time and it makes me choke up to watch you go through this. God be with you guys and your kids as they experience our successes and failures as adults. Rest in peace JJ. Prayers for his family.

[@kathrynhaynes7068]

I'm SO sorry to hear about JJ.😢 As a mom, I can't imagine the pain and grief his parents are going through. Such beautiful memories that you shared of him. ❤

[@steve202li]

Sorry for your loss of a good friend J.J. condolences to your family and his!

[@WalterForsyth-t5g]

"A safe harbor for the cruising community to gather"......and then came Beryl. 😮😮😮

[@gnnauss]

This episode had a huge roller coaster effect on my feelings. Happy for Finn, sad for JJ. Then emotional for you two and the empty nest feeling that must have swept across the two of you. I'm watching to see what the next chapter holds for you two birds. 🎉

[@johntouya163]

Thank you for sharing & the tribute to JJ. We lost a child. Blessings to everyone. Grace Grace

[@stephengreen2898]

No getting over this… We thank God for you and this whole incredible Family of JJ…

[@valerieb.4912]

What a blessing that Jack and Kate are with J.J.'s parents to be there for them. 💕

[@xbioman7882]

What a wonderful testimony for JJ. So sorry for your loss, my deepest condolances to the Zatara crew and especially to JJ's family..

[@johnnystir9796]

Wonderful tribute to JJ. Thinking about all of you. Keith teaching Finn to drive reminds me of my dad teaching me.

[@richardvasquez8144]

Love the tribute for JJ, may he Rest In Peace, condolences to his family and to you all.

[@t-hex6876]

Sorry for your loss. From the videos you posted, he seemed like a really great kid.

[@sedatedape315]

Terribly sorry to hear about JJ! I'm heartbroken. I remember all those times he appeared in Zatara videos. So full of adventure and life. 💔 The Cruising Kiwi nearly had the same happen to their eldest, Finn, not long ago during a free-dive. Thankfully the others were able to find Finn quick enough. After some medical attention, spanning several days, he was able to make a full recovery. I'll keep his family, and all you guys, in my prayers 🙏

[@GJ-ly1mv]

I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your dear friend in Tonga. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.

[@crankinozzer]

Our deepest condolences to you, for the loss of JJ! Big hugs to you all!

[@4im146]

Prayers to you all and the Rice family for your tragic loss. I cannot imagine.

[@Pixie-ix1so]

Another Great Video. Lovely Tribute to JJ. Hope all is OK with Zatara, after that Cat 5 hurricane that passed over Granada. ❤

[@crdorado1195]

Wow, eight years... my how time flies. I've been here the entire time and ENJOYING every episode. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing your life with me/us! I've shared your channel through conversations as well as sharing via yt. May you all continue to be blessed!

[@Wolfie-76]

So sorry for the loss. RIP JJ

[@Whatareyoudoingwithyourlife]

My heart aches for JJ's family & friends especially Jack, Kate & you both Renee & Keith. I was so impressed with JJ after watching Jacks vd. JJ was a incredible smart, hardworking, kind & mellow young man who set his goals high & went after them. He will be missed by all that loved him tramendously. RIP JJ. For excellent hurricane/storm weather in the carribean, US, Mexico etc ch Mr Weatherman is the BEST. (seriously). He is a professional weatherman in Orlando & has this can highlighting potential hurricanes/tropical storms. WORTH your time if you are in the hurricane belt to watch. pls pass on. (I have zero affliation to his ch. I live in the hurricane belt & watch his ch everyday to keep informed of what is happening in Africa/carrribean that will affects us down the road).

[@WesW3187]

I’m really sorry to hear of the loss of your friend, JJ. My condolences to his family and friends 😔.