This Was A Bad Idea – Sailing With My Brother
Jason’s brother joins us aboard CURIOSITY in Tahiti for our last hurrah! From swimming with sharks to hiking to the top of volcanoes, we made sure to give him the full Polynesian boat life experience. Complete, of course, with local concoctions and Tahitian fire-dancing.
At the end of his last night on board, we sit down for a conversation and he shares what he really thinks about our alternative lifestyle on the sea. It’s a different perspective on our lives as sailors, creators and family.
We were sad to see Jacob go. 😢 Being away from family is hands down the hardest part of this unsedentary lifestyle. We often find ourselves a little blue thinking about family and friends back home. The milestones and everyday moments we’re missing out on…the ones we’re having and wish we could share. The late nights of playing games, laughing and razzing each other…we miss it all.
Endless horizons and swimming with all the baby whales in the world can’t replace the connections we have to our families. So when someone takes the time (and long flights) to come and spend time with us, we try hard not to take a single second of it for granted.
Boat life isn’t always easy but being able to share a slice of our life with family is priceless!
Jacob, thanks for the memories and the supplies delivered. And don’t sweat it city boy, we’ll work on getting an Air Conditioner just for you. 🤣
More Family Sailing Adventures Here: gonewiththewynns.com/category/the-adventures/family-travel
Brother On Board Timecode
Just in case you want to skip ahead or revisit any specific answers.
03:58 What do you find to be the biggest adjustment to Boat Life?
04:27 What fun behind the scenes things don’t we get to see on Gone With The Wynns?
05:50 Seeing how much fun your brother is having does it make you want to do similar things?
08:28 Do you watch all Gone With The Wynns videos?
09:13 Name one thing you’re envious Nikki and Jason get to do.
10:35 Do you feel stir crazy on the sailboat? Is there enough to keep you busy?
11:55 What was the biggest change going from land to sailboat that surprised you?
15:45 What have you noticed Nikki and Jason doing differently this trip vs. your first times on the catamaran?
17:22 Which cat likes you better?
18:19 When will we see full time family crew aboard s/y CURIOSITY?
19:24 If you could instantly relocate your sailboat anywhere in the world, where would it be?
20:16 How much filming goes into a Gone With The Wynns episode? Have you thought about a Bloopers episode? What is Nikki and Jason’s work to play ratio, and how much sleep do they get each day?
23:22 Get that fly! Singa goes a little crazy.
23:51 Now that you’re years into full time sailing can you see yourselves doing it for the rest of your lives, or will you come back to land and settle down in a few years?
25:02 Do Nikki and Jason’s adventures make you long for your own? Would you start with an RV or Boat Life?
25:51 If someone told you 15 years ago that Jason would become an explorer traveling the world, what would have been your response?
28:54 Would Jason be skinny or heavier without Nikki’s cooking?
29:38 Does the filming schedule get in the way of your vacation fun?
30:20 Oh man…bring on the tears!
32:58 Damn Cat!!!
34:41 I would like to see a video about the composting toilet on a sailboat. Jacob, what are your thoughts about peeing and pooping in the composting toilet?
37:16 Jacob, any thing you want to share about Jason and Nikki?
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Al-Claudia
Hi LOVE and miss my family too.
BrendaB Jones-Schneeberg
Jason is 37!? Mind blown
John Lockhart
It’s a week since I watched this, and realized I never stopped to comment. Your videos are always chock full of amazing sights, always shot and edited to high professional standards. This one was less amazing scenery, but the sit down with Jacob was an amazing look into your lives, what keeps you going and what you do through someone else’s eyes! Great job, and hopefully you can do a few more like this with your crew and other family members.
Steve Nicholls
Such a cool vid! Loved it! Really. But the best parts were when Singa gate-crashed the view! He’s a gem!
Ron Stein
Do you ever see yourselves cumming to Western Australia ( Perth )
cynthia williams
So good to see the 3 of you share… I teared up when you did Jacob… so sweet!!! The time you spent together was so precious I’m sure!!! So glad you were able to make that investment of time.. Love all of you. I don’t have a Sunday Jason and Niki matinee, but I do tune in without always, and leave out much commenting, but I do enjoy chiming in when family members show up. Miss you all!!! We are all so spread out getting together from time to time is priceless!!!
Jason was coming out to California on the plane traveling alone under age (couldn’t travel under 5 alone, maybe that has changed) but his mom lied about his age… shush!!! so I would say YES Jason had a travel bone at 5 because he did not miss a summer coming for a visit!!! Skipped 1 year, the following year brought Niki out. Love you guys!!! Enjoyed!!!
Aunt Cindy
Alan Solomon
Thanks for the video. ALL the videos are great. Thanks Nikki, Jason and Jacob and Singa was in there too.
Jacob says that he works remotely. I was just wondering what does Jacob do?
Deborah Oliver
I would LOVE to have your (Nikki’s) salad recipe(s)!!! Or any recipies for that matter. I try my hardest to eat ‘real food’ and on one episode I heard some of the ingredients you were putting together, and it sounded delicious!
Nikki Wynn
Real food is important. I will add that to one more vote for a cook book. 😉
Paul VanCompernolle
I don’t post comments very often, not a big social media guy. I watched Jason and Jacob grow up and the bond they developed, with my daughter Lauren as well. We were always a close knit family and did so much together; from pool time and grilling out in the backyard, bike rides, sports (Lots of Sports), family tennis on Sundays, volleyball with friends and family at the frequent get-togethers at our house and wake boarding on our boat. Lots of snow skiing and snowboarding with all three kids learning to ski at three or four years of age. I remember Nikki’s first ski trip with the family, I’m pretty sure she had never skied before, but as you know by now that Nikki is not afraid to try anything, so by Day 2 she was skiing the blue slopes with us and taking on the blacks by the end of the week. We enjoyed camping trips throughout Colorado including hiking, white water rafting, climbing (and rolling / sliding down) the sand dunes at Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. For a change of pace, laid back trips to the beach. Our immediate family always spent Christmas together even after Jason and Nikki started their RV adventure. I’m so proud of all of them for their special bond with each other, what they continue to accomplish and the wonderful persons they are.
Love, Dad
Jana
This was so cute. A few things:
Brotherly love is awesome.
Loved Jason’s little “I been drinking / sleepy time blinking”.
Singa going for the fly was hilarious.
Best quote ever: “If you know what you’re going to be doing in 20 years, there’s something wrong with you.” I’m going to steal that, Jacob.
Nikki (adorable as always), please consider making an e-book we could buy/download with some of your mixology. I swear, girl, your drinks always look so damn good.
And Jason, good job on just scooping the damn fly out. 🙂
Nikki Wynn
Awe, I love that you enjoyed this one and even found a new quote.
Dinah Rogers
HI Mary, I had that thought while watching Jacob and Jason interact and noticing their similar expressions and little likenesses. . . “I bet Mary is so happy to see the boys together.” I’m a mother of grown sons, so my reaction to things I see often reflects how their mother must feel. You’ve done a great job raising them, obviously, and it’s wonderful that your family remains close . . . and how blessed you all are to have Nikki as a part.
Nikki Wynn
<3
Jeanette Brennan
Thanks for sharing this awesome video – you are all blessed to have each other. Really loved the Q&A. Sweet of Jake to share his experiences with us. Enjoy your family time and come back soon! Adventures await… 💓🙏⛵️🙏
Don Capellani
Another blogger I follow ran in to you guys in Colorado recently how did that happen did you leave the boat somewhere and come back to the states for a while. Just asking
Nikki Wynn
Yes, we share real time updates on Instagram/Facebook. We are taking a short break to visit friends, family and gather supplies for the boat.
Tom Fitch
Do either of you have issues with depression when people leave? I get pretty severe melancholy when friends visit and then leave.
Nikki Wynn
Not often but sometimes yes. So I can relate. I think it all depends on where we are at the moment and I don’t mean location. When I feel that way it is usually an indication I am craving human connection and I try my best to make it happen. For example, we are back in the USA right now visiting family and friends. It’s been 3 years and it was time. I will recharge my batteries and be ready to take on the world again. Hopefully you can find a way to satisfy your melancholy. We all crave connection and I believe its the key to happiness. <3
Lisa Day
Loved seeing Jake and hear his him answer the q&a. You are blessed!
Mary
I loved the video. I just wish I could have been there too! It makes a mom happy when she has all her family together.
Dinah
HI Mary, I had that thought while watching Jacob and Jason interact and noticing their similar expressions and little likenesses. . . “I bet Mary is so happy to see the boys together.” I’m a mother of grown sons, so my reaction to things I see often reflects how their mother must feel. You’ve done a great job raising them, obviously, and it’s wonderful that your family remains close . . . and how blessed you all are to have Nikki as a part.
Stoney A Shukat
I too bought a Bounder. My wife said, “I’ll give it 2 maybe 3 weeks. “. That was 10 years and 82,500 miles ago. Since 1970 I’ve had a boat from 17ft to 45 ft.
You and only you, will know when the time for change comes. Keep living your dream.
Nikki Wynn
Ha ha, good for you! I love it when a doubtful chance works out to the best of all. Thanks for the words of wisdom.
Jonni
Jacob, could not be anything other than your brother, seriously.
Lovely guy, heartfelt and as straightforward as you two.
The trip back to the boat after the airport dropoff , without him, would have been a hard one.
Till next time
Roy Hardcastle
Jason Enjoyed your info with Jacob. It is heart warming to see you 2 so close. Mom did a good job. Look forward to see you and Nikki.
Roy (grand paw)
Mary
And all the stories grandpa could tell about Jason… 😊❤️
Mary
And all the stories grandpa could tell about Jason… 😊❤️
Rob Dawkins
Love your videos
Time to watch is always peaceful
Thank You
Robbie
tom tordel jr
“This Was A Bad Idea – Sailing With My Brother.. what? why? was great
Dinah Rogers
Oh yeah, what was the “bad idea” part?
Nikki Wynn
Ha ha, it was the whole floating Q&A portion. We ended up cutting a lot of it out but it really was flop in so many ways. Fun, but a terrible idea.
Steve
No, no, no, it was a great idea. A lot of work for you, but a blessing forus.
Jo
At the end of the day, experiences are great, memories are cherished but family is everything.
Great video thanks Nikki, Jason and Jacob.
jim
As always thank you for sharing your lives. Keep trucking with that JD hat. If you ever need some more JD paraphernalia let me know I am 10 minutes from the source. ( it is starting to look a bit worse for wear)
Nikki Wynn
Worse for wear…that is called character. 😉