No disrespect, but the younger two of the kids don't have any choice. The oldest flew the coop and the 2nd oldest has made the decision to stick around.

@@beachliving3127 If you reread @joellynparks7805 statement, she clearly states it’s a compliment when kids love being around their parents when the kids are grown ups. The eldest daughter, also known as Anna, attends university because that was her dream, and her parents wholeheartedly supported her. The second eldest, Jack, loves sailing and makes himself useful as an ‘apprentice’ to Keith, which is probably a good idea since I think he’s planning to sail on his own someday once he’s financially prepared. As for Kate and Finn, “the younger two,” they are both very responsible as well. They’re finishing school, participating in family life, AND developing their own passions. I assume you haven’t been watching very long because Keith and Renee encourage the best from ALL young people. See also the two “crews” they’ve invited aboard over the last year - even those visitors participated in chores and responsibilities! Hopefully you’ll start from the beginning of their channel and binge through - the Whitakers are the real deal. 🤷‍♀

I agree 100%

The "empty nest" is a problem for helecopter parents and those whose whole existance is lived vicariously through the children. It doesn't seem that these two have that problem. There are adjustments to be made for sure, like what to do with all that private/free time. lol If your reason for living is your kids that relationship is already doomed. Oh and our last moved out 6 years ago. js

@ijuggle42 You obviously did not critically pay attention to the entire theme of Renée and Keith's concerns and wishes

It’s so painful and practice runs are important. 🥲

@@firstlast1047 Obviously I did

Here, here.

Same ❤

I really want to see them keep sailing even if empty nesting it. It will be way chilled, but they could find meaning in it. Would be neat if jack n Finn had their own boats and they all create a flotilla on the open water.

Made me laugh several times too! Our kids are already grown with grandkids and now their children are grow and on their own.

But will your kids want you in their lives as much as you them?

Well said she's a true wifu to keep forever.

She sure is, he's lucky to have her!+@@mobileplayers5008

where are the kids !!...i miss them , Damn !

My heart goes out to you, it's not easy being a carer. Too often people only ask after the patient not the person caring for them. If you ever want to help a carer roll up your sleeves and do their dishes, mop their floor, bring a dinner and don't just sit around drinking tea and making more work for them.

Eventually health issues catch up with the best of us. My wife and I found this out 10 years ago when she was diagnosed with debilitating health issues. Fortunately, we had always been outdoorsy and active from day one of our marriage. We became committed believers to Jesus and his lifestyle and now We look back with no regrets a lifetime of awesome memories and wonderful awesome children and grandchildren. Just when you think life can't get any better it does.

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I can't stop laughing. iykyk

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Tough love. 🤣😆

Haha… my dad ran over my niece’s foot with a minivan when we were skiing… it’s amazing how bulletproof they are when they are young… now… not so much!😮

☺️ Thank you!

The accent.😂😋

Weather is calling for bigger waves than usual eh 😂

They were trying to blame other boats and cruise ships……I wasn’t buying it 😂

yeah... i mis them too

I get a feeling that Keith and Renee know that the time has come for Jack and Fin to leave the boat and start living their own lives. I just can’t see it being healthy for 18-19-20 year old young men to still be living full time on a sailboat with their parents. This is a wonderful family. The last thing Keith and Renee want is for resentment to be the final chapter of their book. If you listen carefully to Fin and the comments he makes- he is ready to leave now. Yes, there will be separation anxiety but just because you’re not living within 40feet of each other- doesn’t mean you’re not going to ever see them again.

So true

or call the cops...... lol

I'm 81 they call it historic 😂😂😂😂😂

LMAO! All those damned archaeologist handing around. And I'm only 63! 😂😂😂

Lmao 😂

Omg lol!!!

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