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At the start of her journey, cruising is not Nancy Suter’s dream—it is her husband John’s. A lifelong “good girl” who values safety and certainty, Nancy steps aboard their sailboat believing she is simply along for the ride. What she doesn’t yet know is that this voyage will become the making of her.
Just days into their retirement adventure, John is diagnosed with insulin-dependent diabetes. Suddenly, Nancy must navigate not only the sea but the constant responsibility of managing a life-threatening illness far from medical support. What begins as fear-driven caregiving slowly becomes something far more powerful: the awakening of her own strength.
As they sail more than 25,000 miles through Mexico, Central America, and the South Pacific, Nancy faces violent storms, equipment failures, and moments where the wrong decision could mean disaster. Each challenge forces her to move beyond self-doubt and discover an inner compass she never knew she had.
With every mile, Nancy shifts from reluctant passenger to trusted partner at the helm. She learns to dock under pressure, steer through dangerous seas, and trust her instincts when no one else can guide her. The woman who once stayed small to feel safe becomes someone who can hold fear and courage at the same time.
By the time they reach Hawaii, Nancy is no longer the woman who left the dock. She is a confident sailor—and more importantly, a woman who believes in herself.
Taking the Helm is a story of love, resilience, and self-discovery. It reminds us that sometimes the bravest journey isn’t across the ocean, but toward our own true voice.
Come aboard, and discover how one woman’s voyage became a powerful testament to living boldly and embracing the unknown.