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Just A Bit Further – Trailer 1

By Garuda / 07/28/2026

Welcome aboard Just a Bit Further! This channel follows my life aboard Garuda II as I explore the Caribbean, tackle boat projects, and learn what it really means to live a more intentional life. But it’s about more than just sailing. It’s about discovering what happens when you stop living someone else’s definition of success.…

Minimalism at Sea: Choosing What’s Worth Keeping

By Garuda / 07/03/2026

A reflective look at what minimalism truly means on a sailboat – why every item must earn its place, how necessity guides what we keep, and how self-reliance shapes a simpler, more intentional life at sea.

Chasing a Whisper of Diesel: Repairing a Leaky Fuel Tank with TankWeld

By Garuda / 07/03/2026

A practical, first-person walkthrough of tracking down and repairing a diesel fuel tank leak aboard a cruising sailboat using JB Weld TankWeld. Includes inspection tips, tight-space troubleshooting, and a simple DIY repair method that restores confidence—and the clean diesel-free smell—belowdecks.

What Downsizing Taught Me About Freedom

By Garuda / 07/03/2026

Downsizing isn’t just about letting go of stuff – it’s about making room for a life that fits. In this personal story of midlife reinvention, discover how shedding possessions led to clarity, peace, and unexpected freedom.

Starting Over After 50: It’s Not Too Late to Change Everything

By Garuda / 07/02/2026

For years, I did what I thought I was supposed to do—build a career, accumulate more, and keep chasing the next milestone. From the outside, it looked like success. On the inside, something wasn’t working. This isn’t a story about escaping life; it’s about choosing a different one. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too late to start over, I hope my journey reminds you that the second half of life can still hold some of its greatest adventures.