DECISIONS, DECISIONS, DECISIONS (where do we go from here?) | Electric Sailboat Life | 107

We’ve spent the last year and a half freely sailing to over a 100 islands in our tiny home on the water, Saoirse. But now with the coronavirus abound we find ourselves in lockdown in St. Martin and any plans that we thought had, have gone out the window. All the islands around us have shut their borders and are not letting anyone in. There are only a few options left for us. Decisions, decisions, decisions… where are we going to next.
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[@BeauAndBrandy]

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[@jameswinter7925]

I have to tell you, Beau, you are one lucky guy. Brandy is so beautiful! My wife, however, says Brandy is the lucky one. 😄 Fair winds and stay safe.

[@robbieodonovan1201]

Always remember that your home is called Freedom and to live in freedom is such a gift!❤️

[@BeauAndBrandy]

love this! thanks for the beautiful reminder. SUCH A GIFT!

[@eknaak]

I make kimchi, sauerkraut and sourdough. I just sold my house and I’m looking for my next boat, a live aboard. I plan on keeping up with my fermented foods. I appreciate seeing y’all making these nutritious, natural treats.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Gotta keep our immune systems TOP NOTCH right? ;) nice to hear others are doing it as well, its really easy and convenient on the boat, great way to store veggies, especially we they aren't always readily available.

[@mattevans-koch9353]

Thank you guys for the Thursday evening stress break. I know you two and Oona are suffering being confined on a boat but you at least have the advantage of each other, a cup of tea and beautiful sunsets with no crazy drivers on the roads messing up the view. Take care, stay safe and stay well and please publish your kimchi recipe (spices especially).

[@tronalpha9137]

G'day. As you both know hear in Australia we just delt with the bush fires now we are dealing with the C-19. All boarders are closed and entry is closed. everywhere else in Australia has no boating activity at all ecept Queensland. the main proplem we are having is panic buying, so from week tlo week it is pretty much grab what you can wait for a few more days then grab some more. For me we went from one extrem to the other in a very short time. I wear a musk when i go out and do my shopping as a lot of people do. social distancing is required to comply with even in shopping centers. so basical C-19 has in some way affeceted people everywear. Gerard.

[@MrAjcraine]

Over the past couple of weeks I’ve binge-watched through your entire channel. Glad to see you guys are able to get sailing again. Hope you three are doing well!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

WAHOO! thanks James! 🙌⛵

[@2902tina]

I have a feeling you two are going to get big in the next year. Love watching you two. Keep the videos coming. Stay safe!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

WOW! thanks for such a nice compliment! :) we love this community so much!

[@ontiltsailingdalehudson7170]

One thing that they can't take away............wonderful sunsets..........and naked old men!!!!!!!!!!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

there are plenty of both around these parts.😂😃😂

[@ShannonHarper]

On Tilt Sailing Dale Hudson this comment made my day!

[@johnfrankenfield4224]

I can think of worse places to be stuck. Pennsylvania comes to mind.24 counties are opening on Friday in my state,all up north and central.me being near philly are still closed except for essential businesses.unfortunetly my work ,fence building is deamed essential,doesn’t make sense to me though. Love y’all,take care and be safe out there 💪🏻👩🏼⛵️👙🐕

[@janeingram7331]

I'm in Penna too. Originally from Brooklyn, My nephew calls this Pennsyltucky. Stay safe, Brandy and Beau. Really enjoy your vlogs. Jane, Conshohocken

[@tomd.3082]

Bucks Co. here and this over hyped flu season hasn't slowed me down a bit. Still going to work and fishing when I'm not working. The only thing that's changed for me is food shopping (I do it online now) and not driving 1.5 hours to the Jersey shore to go fishing. The Delaware is my new spot... at least until fluke season opens on the 22nd.

[@paulsmith3652]

Good luck with the departure and forthcoming sail. Hopefully things will open up a little bit more soon. Looks fantastic where you are, but under the current restrictions, I can imagine it’s not so on board. Best of luck. Paul

[@bradmottishaw467]

Thank you SOOOO much for not pointing the camera in the direction of "Old Naked Man"... :) Glad to see you are all doing well and staying healthy! Take Care.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

youre very welcome lol!!😂

[@edl617]

Bet the old naked man was daring the water patrol to show up for his show

[@SVImpavidus]

Trying times! So much we could say.... Uma is about the same age as our Oscar. He gets a bit grumpy about swimming, other folks around the boat or having to share anything. But he's a working breed and its to be expected. Guys we are lucky to be where we are and have access to what we have. If you need a diversion or just some folks to chat or talk to. Who have pooches and know what its like to be aboard 24/7.... Just PM us . Sail Safe guys. Ant, Cid and the pooch crew.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

awww thanks Ant + Cid!! you guys are rockstars!! xoxo

[@TheAtma50]

Hi Guys, some countries are coming in for huge criticism for being over cautious during this pandemic and other countries for not doing enough, in Ireland we are being very cautious which I'm happy with because there is no coming back from death. It is difficult, it is frustrating, it is a pain in the butt, I can only go with best advice, and enjoy natures little easter eggs like the Old Naked Guy. Stay Safe. We need you guys to keep us going !!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

natures easter eggs LOL. Thank you Bob for always brightening up our day!

[@TheAtma50]

Did I say Easter Egg ? ... Maybe I meant Duck Egg ! LOL

[@alisongeorgeson4203]

@@TheAtma50 Another beautiful thing I see watching these sailing videos is how aware and fair minded people are toward each other and in general. You state your opinion, or opinions, but you aren't demanding that anyone agree with you. You are pretty accepting of their agreements and disagreements - it's so nice to see actually - kinda rare. Makes me feel more relaxed about expressing my own feelings and ideas about things, like I think these small countries are scared of being overwhelmed by sailers who seem better off, or maybe have the freedom to come to their shores from any country anywhere and settle in like it was their home country. Without this Covid 19, people have been doing it for generations, and making friends and loving the freedom to do so. We all need to take care of ourselves and at the same time help others. TAKE CARE PEOPLE!

[@TheAtma50]

Thanks Alison !

[@michaelgill4961]

Welcome to SVG when you get here. I was a bit surprised you got the OK considering all the restrictions because of COVID. You will probably head to the Grenadines. Hope your time here would be enjoyable and Oona can have some time on land. You do need to think of the hurricane season coming up though

[@jpiz224]

Oman when you said kimchi I could smell it through the phone.... It's the first thing I smelt when I landed in South Korea and it never left my nose.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

oh but i bet it was TASTY there!!

[@jpiz224]

@@BeauAndBrandy I'd have to admit that my nose never let me actually taste it lmao.

[@MiQBohlin]

Aye m8's, seems like a clever and wise decision. I'd do the very same in your situation. Going south - not north. Good to know you all be safe for hurricane season ❤️

[@fishingwithcryptorabb1320]

Wow sounds like big brother is really pushing down there. Good luck on your passage and stay safe.

[@airlegs]

Wishing you safe travels on your journey! St. Martin (French side) beaches to open for walking and swimming tomorrow (8/May) and other businesses to reopen on 11/May. They did a great job controlling the virus spread and only had 38 cases and 3 deaths (French side). No new cases in 2 weeks. I know it was boring and restrictive for you and I wish you could have enjoyed the beautiful island more! Be safe! ❤️

[@JojoPaulEdakkatt]

Great..All the best... Stay Safe... Healthy.. Wishes for Fantastic Trips & Explorations... With Prayers..

[@patriciamckenzie3775]

Yes Brandy you are good parents. God bless u guys. Stay safe and give Una a kiss for us.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

awww thank you! she is our number one! she loves the extra kisses :)

[@terrypen]

6:14 Beau says "Oh, naked man! That's not what we want to see!" 6:20 Also Beau takes another glance at naked man!!! hahahahaha

[@BeauAndBrandy]

LOLOLOLOLOLOL ! good catch hahaha

[@petenaylor1353]

Thank you for the slow motion moments of Zen in these trying times. Safe travels

[@BeauAndBrandy]

you are so welcome. we know we need them

[@blueclue57]

1:46 - the dark-hulled boat with what looks like a Finnish flag.. that the Pearson that got fined? I wish you safe passage. I wish you even more beautiful sunsets!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

it was up further out of the frame. they were french flagged i believe. Thank you for the well wishes!!

[@Bobsaget80]

suction cup helps a bunch you can even move forward whilst still attached to the hull

[@healthcoachtonya]

So glad you're getting outta there. 💗

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Us too!☺

[@diver0129]

It's funny. I was just thinking how jealous I am as I watched you sitting out on your boat enjoying the view. Then you mention the old naked man. Too funny! I'd still take that view though.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

haha. even with the added "extras" we still wouldn't give up this view. 😆

[@klouism1]

⛵ Wishing you safe sailing if you go. Stay well & happy.

[@nordincococ1844]

toujour courages Amigo captain avec madam etres jantes bon journée 😍😘😘⛵🌸🎉🌴💐💐🙏🙏

[@dreadnoughtb3364]

Yep get going. I think I would head to USA. Maybe St.Augustine. I have confidence you two will do the best thing for you because you guys are awesome.

[@tpainless2455]

Head over to Canada 30 degrees this weekend and we’re opening up next weekend

[@BenjiZhuang]

Do take care... Pray for u guys

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thank you! ☀️

[@wollins2]

Your reactions toward "old naked man" made me give you a thumbs up! Had a really stressful day today (grocery shopping can you believe it???!!!!) and sat down to watch your video ... so thanks for giving me a smile in these tense times! :)

[@tomd.3082]

Yo, I totally don't like food shopping just because of the people in the store. I just did my 1st online order this week and picked it up the next day. If your store offers online shopping, give it a shot. You can enjoy a cup of coffee in your underwear shopping from the comfort of home. It takes all the stress out of it. Best part is, you arrive at the store, check in on your phone, they bring it out AND load it in your car. Kind of makes you feel a little bit like royalty for 10 minutes.

[@121dough]

wind in the sails.....nice! Hope conditions are good when you get there.

[@Valerie_Dawn]

It's amazing how strict they are on boats at anchor. It seems to be the same all over the Caribbean. I think it has a lot to do with more vigilance in watching for drug trafficking over water from South America. Air traffic is harder to hide right now.

[@healthcoachtonya]

We miss you guys 😘

[@BeauAndBrandy]

We miss YOU SOOOOO MUCH!!

[@hookednrolling2009]

BE CAREFUL AND BE SAFT MOST OF ALL HAVE FUN. Put those lines out stager them daisy chain up high and back 200 ft the other one 100 ft with skip bait then get a deep diver I love my x rap Rapala dives to 35 ft when hot out the big fish hang out between 30 to 50 ft now go and fill the box with big mahi-mahi wahoo black fin tuna Now have a good and safe trip JT 🇺🇸🇺🇸🐟🐠🎣🛥🌴⛱😊😊🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@brianbergman.271]

So glad your getting out of there. Things are getting a little better in the states.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Thanks Brian, we are so happy that we left. Sad we didn't get to explore more.

[@garyt2005]

I haven't watched the file yet..I will right away...But last video I was researching hurricane holes for you two. There is the ( referred to as Hurricane hole anchorage) on I think a U.S. island nearby. Anyway think SPADE AMERICA ANCHORS..They just keep diving . They won't let you go....G.T.

[@jimslittleboat4388]

Maybe your neighbors got a ticket for cleaning. In Washington State it is illegal to clean a boat bottom in the water.

[@toddnicholas8945]

Be safe 🇺🇸 Salem Oregon

[@Numbnuts1]

Love your videos. 👍 have you ever thought about crossing the Pacific?

[@BeauAndBrandy]

we would LOVE to cross the Pacific! It's on the bucket list. Thanks so much for watching :)

[@johnpowell3392]

Great vid. Enjoyed the cabbage options. Did I see a GE AC unit behind you on your boat? Do you only use it when you have access to shore power? Afraid this whole thing is going to be around quite a bit longer. China and S. Korea are now experiencing their second waves. So sad and it is disproportionally hard on the poor world wide. Take care and stay health. John

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Hey john!! Thanks for watching! You did spy an AC unit. We are able to run it off our inverter + battery setup. Hope all is well in your area! ☀️

[@garyt2005]

In the Inner Harbor ( VICTORIA B.C.) I cleaned the bottom, and got out of the water just in time. Coast Guard right away showed up. G.T.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

close call!

[@garybaker6333]

Head home while you can because you're dreaming if you think it's going to open up before September.

[@tpainless2455]

Gary Baker June 1 actually

[@michaelgill4961]

You may not be allowed to come on land from what I have heard. Provision is put on the wharf for you to collect.

[@Bill23799]

Her bottom looked pretty good. Oh, and the bottom of " Saoirsei " looked OK as well.

[@highkicker11]

If you think its bad with goverments being heavy handed in saint martin as a remote part of europe. Just think how bad its on the main land.

[@bryonensminger7462]

We up here in ohio are starting to open up again so you could always come home tell its over

[@specialty_k]

Beau could have did the arm workout (17:59) thru the entire 20 min video. I promise I wouldn't have complained!

[@allmomomosthomebus3895]

Do you remember that one time when the whole world lost it's freaking mind?

[@bryonensminger7462]

Someone probably escaped in the night and their trying to track it down

[@alicecoppers8980]

It’s crazy here on land to Oregon is extending the lockdown for two more months but Washington and California are open. Tons of protests and as a therapist a lot of people are in dire straits. Many of the stations on KZbin are talking about wait till the coronavirus comes back in the fall right before the elections. Perhaps it would be a good idea to get a little closer to home at least until the elections are over and we see what happens? Love your channel and your boat thank you

[@sinnotty81]

I saw she is keeping us shut down until September now. But I also saw that our county parks in Linn county may be opening soon. We will see how long Brown keeps us locked down

[@todpatn9782]

That’s a good move

[@williamralph5442]

Wouldn’t you be safer in the USVI, just in case Grenada has a rule change ? Good luck guys..

[@gking5522]

Old Man on a Boat sez: "Can't leave the boat? Can't clean the hull? Can't even go swimming? Yeah, well watch THIS....!"

[@bobhaas6941]

Tell them you'll pay the ticket, the checks in the mail!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

LOL.

[@bobhaas6941]

I'm shocked Dutch St. Martins fined your neighbor $135 for cleaning the bottom of his boat, which was absolutely no pandemic threat. Especially without prior warning or giving a list or explanation of pandemic rules. What jerks!!! I'm surprised Brandy didnt get a ticket swimming with Oona by the boat!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

it was actually the french side that gave out the ticket 🙁 had to keep a look out while they were swimming.

[@jpiz224]

Wow that's crazy. All the beaches in Florida are open, I can't believe you guys can't even fish.

[@Bill23799]

Hi Una, what is your favorite swimming stroke?

[@treasurecoastgypsy]

Have islands in general given any info on possible openings, for traveling cruising boats? What have you guys heard? Thanks

[@BeauAndBrandy]

At the time of this video, no. But recently we heard that some islands may open in the next couple of weeks, but with strict 14 day quarantines.

[@user-dr2pg8fk2i]

The reason for being against people cleaning boats in marinas is because of anti-fouling right?

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Actually no. There was no rule for bottom cleaning prior to this lockdown. They just don’t want anyone in the water.

[@Thomas_Speck]

Hi u Two! Aaaaaaand Like!

[@kriskris9330]

People & governments are allowing fear to override common sense during this pandemic & imposing crazy restrictions & fines. Good luck & good health. 👍🏼

[@MythosGandaar]

Do you guys have a shower in cabin or do you use an outdoor shower?

[@bigskyab]

That a zit? Damn bro...

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Cyst.

[@bigskyab]

Damit!

[@stephenfitzgerald7258]

Did you know the name saoirse is a popular girls in Ireland ..it means Freedom in the Irish language...

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Yes. That’s why we chose the name, freedom. ☀️

[@MrRedeoarknot]

Sauerkraut oh boy ecky rotten cabbage

[@sronicker]

Kimchi (made right), which your recipe is close, will always stink. I know Koreans who LOVE kimchi but still hate the smell of it. Many even have separate fridges specifically for kimchi.

[@healthcoachtonya]

Kimchi!! I remember that!!! 😆 LMAO

[@BeauAndBrandy]

lol it was SOOO BAD!

[@LouCipsLife]

what software and computer do u use to edit.

[@BeauAndBrandy]

MSI and premiere pro.

[@svlolalouise9763]

There’s a new channel Sailing Saoirse

[@BeauAndBrandy]

good name ;)

[@patdbus]

That fine for the other boat was probably for the consequences cleaning your boat has, you put small paint particles and non native species in the water, which can give huge problems.

[@zzman5306]

The real question is : Should the naked man by proud or embarrassed?

[@BeauAndBrandy]

Didn’t look long enough to find out LOL 😂

[@joesmania]

Wow guys, glad you're getting out of there.. What gets me feeling that things are unreasonable or even counterproductive related to not spreading a virus are things like not being able to get in the water to maintain your boat, or walking your dog anywhere on land where you're far from others.. They force you to walk in town.. that's where more people & objects for them to touch are. And in the water a minimum of 100 yards away from others is a crime? Again, makes no sense... Things like that just don't add up. I'm not saying I got a conspiracy theory in mind or anything like that, but I am definitely saying things like that make absolutely no sense, & s#!t doesn't add up... It's my belief that people are smart & resourceful enough to protect themselves with masks, distancing, & hygiene, so what are any of these restrictions in place for?! Because we're completely helpless & careless?? None of it makes any sense to me now that everyone knows the virus is out there, & how to protect from it. God speed on your trip! 👍🇺🇸

[@darrenking3187]

Build a Better World the water restrictions are in place so if someone gets into trouble in the water rescue crews don’t get into your 2 metre bubble. Safety first for all.

[@joesmania]

@@darrenking3187 I understand that's the claim as far as a rationale for water restrictions, but how many water "rescues" were performed for people at anchorage cleaning the hull of their boats in the past 2 years? None. 5 years? None. 10 years? None?? What are the chances? I understand under normal circumstances with normal amounts of water traffic coupled with normal amounts of different water activities going on, but with zero traffic except for quarantine enforcement out & about, I just don't & won't understand. I'm not a knee jerk type that reaches a position without thinking through all angles & most times researching first. It doesn't add up. If either the rescuers or responders or the responsible group in charge of the responders wants to 100% ensure their safety, maybe they could consider a public announcement that water rescues are suspended for recreational activities, or vessel maintainance, & doing these will be at your own risk... The recent view of society that thinks that they should strive to keep me safe from everything possible via regulations restrictions, or whatever goes against my personal core beliefs & ideas of individual freedom anyway. I imagine most people don't mind being responsible for their own safety, or accepting the consequences if they choose to proceed with an activity or practice. Maybe not & it's just me, but I dislike the idea that big brother needs to agree to save me before I can decide if I want to do something or not... It's my life afterall. I do absolutely nothing thinking if I have trouble it's ok because I'll be rescued by others. I only do things if I feel I have prepared (buddy system, equipment, etc.) & I can handle it, & the chances of trouble are slim to none, & if it happens, it was apparently my time & it is what it is. It was my choice, my responsibility, my doing. I'm still alive after 50 years of doing whatever I decided to do with zero rescues from any agencies.. Is that an unusual view?

[@janiosuarez1326]

porque en los vídeos no ponen la traducción al Español

[@healthcoachtonya]

Sauerkraut is high in Vit C too!!

[@LuvOfLalaland]

You need tea tree oil for your pimple

[@christianplattner1947]

it's sad to see the world is going mad. ...pls once again...say sauerkraut...in perfect german ...brav weiter üben

[@kjc9trader491]

...was that "Adrenaline" there at 5:51??

[@BeauAndBrandy]

no they were in another part of the island :)

[@sarahssunnysideofthemounta2154]

It looks like some robin hoods out there. Glad you're getting out. I hope it is better. Could you sign off with a little more next time? Sail away or something.

[@baja27100]

Come back to the states NE ward outa hurricane season

[@allied1394]

Old naked guy sunset old naked guy sunset hmmmm

[@WayneBramblett4]

So you can’t sail in US

[@kennethmiller6158]

You need a hookah

[@mallorybutts6057]

That's crazy that's socialism at its finest.

[@waynemazan7485]

I bet some of your viewers are old ......just saying....

[@lenak9438]

Please consider start wearing a hat I worry about you getting cancer ...even with sunscreen you need to protect ur bean ...even a head scarf whatever just something...

[@Sterke-Yerke]

If you call that sailing than you better buyba campervan. You don't sail with solar panels but with proper sails. It looks ridiculous!

[@BeauAndBrandy]

man that sure would be AWESOME if we could use our solar panels to move our boat. But alas we do have to use our sails.