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Saying Goodbye. **emotional** Our empty nest (empty boat) begins. (Ep 297)

22 August 2024 · 18 min · 248K views

What this video covers

Renee and Keith Whitaker are transitioning to a period of independent travel after their youngest son, Finn, departs to pursue his own interests following eight years of living aboard their boat, Zatara.4:09 The couple is traveling from Montana to Dallas, Texas, to drop off personal vehicles before flying to Grenada to rejoin their vessel.3:38 Keith plans to prioritize physical fitness and weight loss through a structured regimen of swimming, calisthenics, and dietary changes once back on board.12:51 The family is also coordinating the exhumation and relocation of a family member's remains from Texas to their ranch in Montana to establish a permanent family cemetery.14:34 Upon arriving in Grenada, the couple intends to service the boat, including maintenance on the water maker and other systems, to prepare for their next period of cruising.16:58

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