BOAT WORK Vol 1. TEAK RESTORATION of 30 year old SAILING YACHT

Join us this week as we tackle our first big project on our 48ft Franchini sailboat; restoring the teak wood on our toe rails, cockpit, and our fold down stern seats. In this video, we figure out the best process for this, which includes a LOT of sanding, come rain or shine. We learnt a lot over this week, and we felt we reaped the rewards of our work after seeing the finished result.
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[@kernowpirate]

There’s always work to do on a boat, that’s why I love them so much! There’s no substitute to having to do the work yourself, it’s how we learn to look after these sea ladies. You’re doing a great job and you’re exactly right about learning every bit of the boat. When you’re in that storm and one of the systems starts playing up, you need to be able to get on top of the problem asap. Looking forward to future vids.

[@user-Osprey1943]

Hi Ash and Eloise, just watched it through and mighty impressed with your labours ! I feel a bit guilty we had not done that some time ago. Very happy to see her getting a new lease of life and feel she is in good hands now. Also love the style of your videos, imagine I am with you ! Will be in touch, well done, love and best wishes from us all, Stewart XX ⛵️

[@adriennethenomad]

And love that you are following the new adventures of the boat, Eloise, and Ash!

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Hi Stewart, thank you so much! Don’t be silly, we were secretly glad we had it on our to do list as it has been a very satisfying job all around! That’s great, you are always in our thoughts and we will speak to you soon. Hopefully get together for a drink on board soon when we are in Glasson? Lots of love. Ash & Eloise xx

[@bfrazor]

This is amazing, true love for the good ship Sea Gypsy! Regardless who's hands she finds herself in. I dare say she is in great hands from what i've seen so far!

[@kernowpirate]

Just to add, you’ve done a great job with the toe rail, very high standard of repair.

[@CarlvanEijk]

You guys have an amazing journey ahead. Love what you are doing. I'm not a woodworker or a sailor, but those splits in your rail anchors won't be secured by epoxy alone. Imo you've spent all that time and effort you should have shored up the strength using some dovetail/ bowtie cuts or something. It could save your life at sea one day. I wish you guys luck and will follow your journey vicariously.

[@user-tn2bj2dz3m]

Hi guys couple of tips open the splits before you inject the resin then clamp also use the yellow grit instead of green it’s last longer

[@Zabessa]

Looking good guys :) Can I recommend you guys spend some evening hours watching Mads and Ava on Sail Life? Mads is a master of explaining diy things like how to work with epoxy and 406 etc and how to lay up glass etc, I've been sailing and working with boats for 40 years, but he's still managed to teach me a thing or two! btw.. The "two seats at the back [stern]" are known as "Gin and Tonic Seats"

[@Tjoops1]

I agree guys, do go have a look. You can only learn from that, not a waste of time.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

This is brilliant thank you we will definitely have a watch of some, sounds very helpful especially given our experience! Love the name, the previous owner called them the ‘pensioners seats!’😂😁

[@bfrazor]

This is my favorite new channel to follow! I follow a bunch of sailing channels and i find you two so relatable. God speed and i cant wait to watch all your adventures! PS, shes looking fantastic! Such a unique boat, full of charisma and charm (matches her new skippers perfectly!).

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Aw thank you so much what a lovely comment. We do love her charm that’s what sold it to us. When we first went aboard we noticed it instantly, she just felt so homely ☺️⛵️

[@bfrazor]

@@SailingSeaGypsy I meant every word haha! Just watched the new video too, bit of a bumpy start but you are in for some crazy times i can feel it!

[@usabayermicha6178]

great job rejuvenating the wood. Little tip: when ever you have a case where you need to repair, or even make an new, hole, make it bigger than needed, fill it with thickened epoxy. then drill the hole you need through the epoxy. That way the surrounding wood, or core of the boat, is sealed from water damage by the epoxy, while the screw touches only epoxy.

[@markjenkins905]

Congratulations guys, looks 💯 % better.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you!☺️

[@andrewwoodcock5916]

I love watching sailing videos and your yacht is my favourite

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Wow thank you so much😊

[@bsg2580]

Fine job! Don’t be afraid to use a very sharp scraper to remove finishes from teak. Esp in the inside corners. I learned from an old painter and often you can scrape an area and not need to sand it if you do it right. MUCH easier than sanding. Anyway nice job keep it up!

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Brilliant thank you for the tip! We will try this on the corners we haven’t got to yet☺️

[@DementedDog]

I’ve enjoyed watching your labours. If I were 30 years younger I’d consider a different way of life altogether 😁

[@bensteel3944]

For any future teak sanding, you want to keep all the dust in a pot and keep it to one side. Then when needed you can mix it with a wood glue to make a teak filler.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Yes this is a great tip thank you! We will remember for next time😊

[@bensteel3944]

@@SailingSeaGypsy ... Welcome

[@margaretsmith9140]

Love watching you to love the video you are doing a great job looking forward to seeing more beautiful people xx❤ Maggie Manchester UK

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Hi Maggie, thank you so much😊♥️

[@harrycash8713]

That white powder is called fumed silica. It's basically glass. It's used to thicken epoxy. Keep in mind epoxy does not do very well in sunlight. Most people use butyl tape for caulking around stanchions. If you have water in your screw holes make sure you dry it thoroughly before epoxy. I would drill the holes out and let it dry and then add the epoxy let it sit and then we drill. Then use your butyl tape to seal around the screws and the flanges.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you very much, we have noted this for next time. We used Sikaflex structural adhesive to glue the stanchions down and seal them so hopefully that will be sufficient😁

[@bishfishinuk2676]

EBay and Amazon are going to be your best friends as you’re going on with sorting your boat. Chandleries are mental money steer clear if your on a tight budget. Keep up the awesome content

[@dazfromnz01]

Should keep some of the sanding dust to put it the cracks when you fill them 😊😊

[@davidsmith3736]

Its called dust filler,highly recommended,not. 😂😂😂

[@dazfromnz01]

@@davidsmith3736if you had done any wood working you would know what I mean. not dust filler at all, its done to match the colours when filling cracks 😊

[@davidsmith3736]

@@dazfromnz01 What cracks?

[@dazfromnz01]

@@davidsmith3736 don’t worry I think this has gone way over your head 😢😢

[@lenhartley8904]

Great work you are doing teak looks great. Just a thought Eloise looks like Daenerys in Game of Thrones 👍

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you. Haha she will definitely be happy with that one 😁😂⛵️

[@lenhartley8904]

@@SailingSeaGypsy Keep up the good work, as a fellow sailer boat work is never finished lol👍

[@tygraig2721]

Great to have stumbled across your channel at the start of your adventure in boating. As a Brit it's also superb to hear accents from where I grew up. I'm now thinking about doing similar though I'm at a later stage in life to you guys. If you need a hand fettling the Anna B let me know. I've lots of DIY experience but not so much with boats.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you, you should definitely take the plunge if it’s something you’re interested in we are so happy we decided to go for it 😁 Thank you vary much what a lovely offer, wen she’s out on the hard we may need lots of hands ⛵️⛵️

[@nealeburgess6756]

My previous comment was part way through watching. After watching to the end I just had to come back to say, "Wow". That woodwork looks sooo good. And you were right when you said your boat was built with good quality materials. The quality is still there for you to enjoy, long after the cost of buying it is forgotten.

[@neilmccartney6573]

Wow so impressed with your patience and determination ,, so obvious you want to love that boat ,, lovin the content and keep it coming just as it is ,, real , cool and just you two on a Great journey in your life .

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you so much😊 Yes, it’s very much our pride and joy and we are looking forward to investing a lot of time into her over the coming years!☺️

[@JayPerrypersonal]

Teak wonder turns grey teak back to new looking teak. Great stuff

[@Winterbourne_wood_turning]

Get a short piece of rope or string and loop around your sanders with the other end on your wrist or tie onto the boat.. you could also start an Amazon wish list to see if people can help out with tools, consumables etc. good videos. 👍👍

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Top bit of advice thank you, yes we have seen a few people do this to get bits they need. We may give it a go. Thank again 😁⛵️

[@seekersofrhythm]

Hi guys just loving your journey and can't wait to see you getting th3 boat finished and then sailing the world. I have an idea for the sander. Make a wrist strap while you sanding. Hope that helps. stay safe J. also, collect the wood dust and put it in a pot, then you can add to epoxy and use it for the cracks in the teak cheers

[@My.M3L0DY.L0V3]

What a beautiful looking boat and such a supportive couple - love you guys

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Aw thank you so much ☺️ 🩵

[@nealeburgess6756]

That teak that you were oiling near the begining looks fabulous. That work on the toe rail is all worthwhile. Teak looks so good when in good condition. You can always tell when it is summer in England. The rain is warmer.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you - I know it scrubbed up so well we are very pleased. Just need to keep on top of it now!😁

[@wey_aye_adventures]

Hi guys, awesome videos…subscribed and liked. Looking forward to the next ones. You’re doing an amazing job with great style of videos. Good luck with everything. 👍🏻🍻

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thanks so much! We’re glad you’re enjoying the videos so far. Definitely plenty more to come ⛵️⛵️

[@sailing_mak_daddy]

Cracking job on the restoration guys!! Really enjoying watching it all come together. Keep at it 👍🏻

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you ⛵️

[@jimgarvin9159]

Awesomeness on what the two of you have been doing together and not only is the relationship between you. We know it’s going to be hard and tough road ahead. Being so far away from each other and having to make trips to the boat biweekly is not easy. However with this said YOU WILL BE ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS TRIP AND FUTURE. ❤❤❤

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you so much it means a lot, yes we are finding it difficult at the moment living so far away from each other and not being able to be on the boat full time but that should change in the near future once we are able to move marinas. Thank you we can’t wait to see what it has in store for us!!☺️🌊

[@dmttday3030]

You guys are keeping me motivated while I’m working towards the same goal! Thanks for all the great videos! Keep it up

[@JSUKyrks69]

She’s looking very smart. Keep going

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you!☺️

[@chrisparsons6888]

Loving all the videos so far and this one no exception. The teak is looking amazing and the hard work clearly paying off

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you, glad you’re enjoying the videos. We are really chuffed with how the teak has turned out 😁

[@Joe-yb9gu]

Excellent! Nice work, I really enjoyed watching the love and care you took with the task at hand.

[@ashley-jamessimpson7125]

Belting content like … fair play guys looks absolutely cracking let me tell ya 🫡💪🏻👍🏻

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thanks so much😁

[@paulstephens5229]

I would have clamped the toerail after you filled them with resin to reduce the crack width, Nice video 👍😎👍

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you😊 We did think this but just thought it would re split if we clamped it as it had previously been resined and had split!

[@paulstephens5229]

@@SailingSeaGypsy After the first repair, (I expect it wasn’t clamped then either) water got in between the resin and the wood which caused it to re split, by clamping you reduce this possibility as there is no room for water to get in. You effectively close the gap.

[@dalerainford3233]

Such a transformation already. Well done to you both of you for all your hard work and dedication to making your dreams come true. Wishing you all the best and can't wait for the next video.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thanks so much Dale, it’s coming together isn’t it! Hopefully see you guys soon? and thank you so much for your support☺️

[@usabayermicha6178]

Franchini Atlantide is one of my favorite boats. Looking forward to your vids and experience.

[@user-oh3rt4gx2i]

Great week of boat husbandry all the woodwork looking fantastic stay safe and keep your feet dry

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thanks so much😁

[@theegans73]

Bloody well done guys !!! Keep up the enthusiasm and energy as it will all be worth it. You’re doing great !!!

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you so much!!!😁

[@craigmurphy6651]

Toe nails....🤣🤣🤣 Good job on the teak!

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

🤣🤣 Thank you

[@joehaight6441]

Looks brilliant! Keep up the good work and enjoy the journey 🇨🇦

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thanks so much! 😁⛵️

[@TheRackdog]

Brilliant job guys it looks class and really nice seeing some normal people on a sailing channel, looking forward to watching your future adventures.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thanks so much for the lovely comment☺️

[@simonrackley]

Where are you guys planning on going?

[@michaelwood3529]

Looks stunning guys...looking forward to when you set sail!

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you, so are we😁

[@robertwilde3496]

Dust masks…h/s.. doing a brilliant job… well done 👍

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you 😁

[@barrynewbould2274]

Well done you’re doing a fantastic job!

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you so much😊

[@joshbond3883]

So glad I found this channel early on the journey. Looking forward to future videos. Cheers

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

We hope you enjoy the adventure 😁⛵️

[@essexrowleys]

Nice work!

[@barriegannon3572]

Great work, love the start to finish in one video. Some channels would have got half a dozen episodes out of that job 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you!😁

[@andybrands1883]

Awesome job guys shes a cracking yacht keep up the great work she is going to be stunning !!!

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you so much 😁⛵️

[@paulwalker9423]

Hello you too. What a fabulous job you made so impressed with the dedication that you show in a week what you have achieved is amazing. I always look forward to your videos and I noticed that we get one a month which is fine. I bet you get loads of questions and obviously impossible for you to answer them all, but mine is I was just wondering what your intention is to get the mould off the canvas canopy or is it a spray hood? I am no expert also I noticed there is another section of canopy lay down at the back. It will be interesting to see that in position and see what it looks like anyway to say I’m impressed with your channel is an understatement you both come across as super genuine, which is half the battle on KZbin, carry on being just like you are and you both will win through😊x😊

[@ArronNeubauer-bj2bl]

Can’t wait for more vids! 👍

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you!!😁

[@connoreveritt1]

Actually made a video about sanding a bout quite interesting can’t wait to see the finished result. Can’t believe u guys are actually doing so many peoples dream. Congratulations 🎉

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you so much ☺️ ⛵️

[@jaypink6113]

Great video again they just keep getting better. wood work looks amazing deffo going to be the boat ash and el built. You both dont do things by half.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thanks Jay♥️

[@stuartmottram3467]

Hey Ash aka (Toenails) & Eloise, my partner and I have been watching your vids and we are impressed by your dedication so far. What a difference your hard work has paid off in this video. Keep up the great work and we look forward to following you in the future

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

😂😂 toenails, love it. Thank you ☺️ she really does look well now we’ve addressed all the teak. We hope you enjoy the adventure 😁⛵️

[@julesswales1535]

Keep the videos coming. It’s awesome to watch what you guys are doing ❤

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you☺️

[@Richard_Nottage]

Watched all your videos now and it’s clear to see your passion for the boat, beautiful job on the teak btw, looking forward for the next 2 years of your videos.😊 Makes me want to buy a boat and set sail with the wife lol

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you, we’re glad you are enjoying watching them 😁 Go for it, we will see you out on the water ⛵️⛵️

[@sailingprojectparrot]

We’ve found a finger sander to be the most ideal to get into the tiny spots awkward for bigger sander to get to 🙃

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you, I will have look at getting one as we still have lots to do 😁

[@seanellis1324]

Looks really good. The lighter colour works well.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you 😊

[@paulkennedy2656]

I have found for really small areas a Dremel did the job, just an idea you can use lots of different attachments. Regards Paul, keep up your great work ❤

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

We do have a little Dremel I’ll get some sanding pads for it 😁⛵️ thank you 🩵

[@michaelhorton76]

Just finished the video, thank you so much for sharing. Great work on your projects, everything looks fantastic!

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@Neeks296]

Wood looking good 👍 nice work.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thanks 👍

[@murrayrainey9699]

Go the All Blacks Love the shirt, good taste Take care guys and have fun...(From New Zealand )

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

You know it!😁 Thank you☺️

[@bensteel3944]

So, for your fridge, if you have not fixed it yet. Remove the rest of the broken trim. Get a piece of two-inch aluminium strip that is the full width of the fridge. Bend it so it overlaps the bottom of the fridge and seal and rivet it to the bottom edge of the fridge. It would cover the unsightly part and would make it waterproof in the future.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Brilliant thank you we will try this!😊

[@bensteel3944]

@@SailingSeaGypsy ... Good luck.

[@nooseyman19]

I'll definitely be buying you a coffee

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@keendnb]

West systems is excellent stuff

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Yes it is good stuff!😊

[@jonathanberwick4473]

Woodwork looked great but that bacon n egg butty stole the show

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

😂😂 can’t beat them, nice runny yoke 👌🏼

[@SpearfishingWalrus]

Looks beautiful! 👍

[@TheLeicam81]

Looking great. Job well done.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you 😁

[@JayPerrypersonal]

Micro bead epoxy thickener. Add it to make it a peanut butter consistency

[@silvanocometta9760]

Hi there. The teak looks good. However, in the long run, teak will look nicer if untreated. As an alternative for cleaning it 1-2 times a year, use Oxalic acid (from your drugstore) or lemon juce (we get it concentrated at the supermarket). Drip it onto the teak and spread it with a soft brush. After 10min, wash it off and you are done. Good luck you two! Silvano

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Hi Silvano. How are you? Thanks for the comment, that’s really interesting! We will keep that in mind in regards to the oxalic acid and lemon juice. We did look into the sealant quite a lot, it’s very gentle on the wood and a lot of people didn’t realise we had even sealed it once we had finished so we are hoping it was the best option! Thank you, we hope you are keeping well and hopefully catch up soon☺️

[@silvanocometta9760]

@SailingSeaGypsy Thanks, I am fine. Have you considered to make a room tour video inside and outside? In fact, few viewers know the Franchini yachts and are possibly interested to see what it offers. Very best regards, Silvano

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

@@silvanocometta9760 yes this is going to come soon! We have one of the cabins full of old sails and some other bits we need to sort and then we will film one😁

[@davidsmith3736]

That's why it pays to do the job after the boat is hauled out to the hard.😊

[@newfiescreech7328]

The brightwork is lookin' fine! Can't wait to see you fish up something other than tools and hardware that you've dropped 😂!

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

😂😂I know tell me about it, those eels nearly had a worm dangled in front of them! 🎣

[@petertownsend1195]

Hi you to are brilliant just so jenuwine and real people you will do well.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you♥️

[@dalerainford3233]

Thanks

[@mbc-Liam]

What a great video. Keep them coming 👍🏼

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thanks so much😊

[@LRSTFJ]

Well done guys.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you ☺️

[@cooperman8850]

New sub! Looking foward to seeing your future adventures ⛵️

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you ⛵️⛵️

[@aks8291]

Great video guys. Very entertaining. Keep them coming

[@ianelwell8000]

Excellent video

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you!

[@jessejames106]

Looks awesome, class stuff.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you ☺️

[@ReflectingMe2024]

Smashing stuff Ash and Elouise, always enjoy watching these type of restoration vids. You've both made a huge decision, wishing you the very best of luck and I am sure you'll enjoy the journey. Any chance of a vid each fortnight? :)

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thanks so much! Yes we can’t wait, hopefully we will be able to upload one a fortnight soon when we move the boat to a marina closer to us both😁

[@johntaylor7672]

you can get many many different heads for your multitool including sanding pads

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Yes we ended up using sanding pads for it, worked a treat!

[@johntaylor7672]

@@SailingSeaGypsy you will find cheap sets of these things in the pound type of shops , half the price of tool station , a god send when you need to do a job while in the middle of nowhere . Teulu Tribe channel were exactly where you are now 2 years ago . now they are in the pacific off the coast of Costa Rica . You can do it too

[@neilmcalester]

Great video! From an old guy who paid the price please wear masks when sanding, and especially when using colloidal silica. Your future self will thank you!

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you! Yes we will do moving forward😊

[@lindsayliddell4297]

nice work Guys, looks great :)

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you!

[@bensteel3944]

It would be better to make teak dowels and resin those into the holes and then redrill. Even if it means redrilling the holes to fit the dowels. I wouldn't just fill the holes with resin.

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

That’s a shout, I’ll see how they hold as I’ve siliconed them on now but definitely noted. Thank you

[@patrickmaloney6440]

Nice video guys...I like the end result :) But... Everyone looking at you in the car about to open the 406 Silica (nasty stuff to breath in) going "Noooo!" Then watching you rub it on your hand going "Noooooo!" Then watching you sniff it going "Nooooooooooo!!

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

🤣🤣🤣 lesson learnt!!

[@user-en3th7uf1y]

Take the winch’s off

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Yes we are planning on doing this☺️

[@andrewwillstep]

Looks great! Is your decking relatively new teak or is it artificial?

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

No it’s artificial, flexi teak 😁

[@EnriqueDeQuesada101]

❤❤❤❤

[@johnstephens1765]

Complete admiration for you both, what a great Chanel. Your videos are fantastic and it’s great to see the boat coming along. Could you tell me which chandlery you visited please? I’m based in the north east. Keep up the good work

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you so much, what a lovely comment 😊 We ended up in Limington as we were south for the weekend. But the closest to us are Glasson and Preston as far as we know

[@johnstephens1765]

@@SailingSeaGypsy No worries at all and thank you, I’m currently restoring my boat although not like yours it’s an old classic speedboat here in Teesside and I wondered about the chandlers you featured and where it was so thank you

[@chrisrees7187]

Hi would you recommend the Semco as a good sealer - I’m just about to do mine and still trying to choose the right one 🤦‍♂️

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Yes absolutely! We got the ‘natural’ one and we wanted something that had a minimal effect. Numerous people came up and asked if we were going to seal it with anything after we had sealed it so it didn’t change the appearance of it at all. A lot of the research we found says people really liked it as it was the first sealant they used that lasted a season. However, it is the only one we have used so we can’t give the best overall opinion as we haven’t tried any other brands😊 Hope that helps😁

[@BigSkyC0untry]

Hey guys, when is the next video?

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Next week!😁

[@gee6940]

Brill video - maybe some knee pads for all , you’ll be a lot more comfortable!

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Thank you! We did have two but we kept leaving them behind every time we moved positions on the boat!🤣

[@sampab1]

Did you manage to stick your toe nails down 😂😂, pissed myself at that

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

🤣🤣🤣 The guy on the phone didn’t laugh that made it worse 😂

[@Clan501-Scotland]

Punching

[@JohnLucas-mx3fu]

Hi guys could you tell me what model of boat thats is please ?

[@silvanocometta9760]

Its a Franchini 45, an Italian boat. I had the same some years ago. Very sturdy, extremely strongly built vessel.

[@annemaher8684]

Thanks

[@SailingSeaGypsy]

Aw thank you so much, we are both so very grateful full of this 💙