Designing our DREAM GALLEY [And Big News!!] [E115]

[@TheDuracellProject]

Thanks for all the congratulations for the anticipated arrival of our baby boy! And for the ideas about our galley design. Too many comments to respond to everyone this week, but we do read them all! -Matt+Janni

[@neilfromclearwaterfl81]

More congratulations here! Raising a dog or cat first is a good primer or test for becoming parents since if its too overwhelming to care for LePaz then you'll have even more difficulty raising a child. Now you'll both be viewing safety a little more critically especially on deck where netting and such will be needed to better constrain a child behind the lifelines. You will likely have at least a toddler running around by the time Duracell is ready for the water so you need to start planing now based on what timeline you'll be in you sons development when Duracell splashes. You may enjoy reviewing the StarTrek Enterprise episode of when Engineer Commander Tucker gets pregnant to get a somewhat humorous look at how perspectives can change while carrying a child. Best!

[@alistairmills7608]

I love watching this Matt and Janni. Thank you for salvaging and restoring and renovating the Duracell racer with such beautiful sailing lines. Actually if you look at the Imoca 60's and how they shape their headsails it's exactly the same beautiful shape as when Duracell was a racer which just goes to show how exquisitely well her sails were shaped back in the day.

[@clarenceclark8592]

I wish you guys the very best I’m so happy for y’all i remember how exciting it is especially your first one love your content and the iconic boat I’m so happy to see you save that boat keep it going we’ll be watchin from the high n dry southern plains of Oklahoma oh and I’m sorry for the price of beef blame our boy Biden on that one stock up now while you can afford to

[@marvinhorner-xl1um]

Whoa! Congratulations! Getting married changes your life. Becoming a parent changes your World!

[@jimyoung1734]

Congratulations on the baby. RAN sailing is a testimony to the fact that you can do a “boat” channel and not only sail but also do a build with a baby. Good luck with everything.

[@TheDuracellProject]

Yes they are!

[@dcvargas8917]

I enjoy Project Atticus and they are sailing with their precious baby girl too.

[@teeanahera8949]

Sailing Nahoa has two little kids and they’re up for their second circumnavigation.

[@oliverliddell613]

Matt In my humble opinion you should axe the bar and expand the galley. That is one tight galley! You don't have to be completely wedged in like a sardine you just have to know that you won't be thrown to the other side of the boat! You must also consider comfort at anchor where more floor area will make for a happy cook. Congrats on the pregnancy.

[@HOSER227]

Congrats! Lucky Child, two great parents and a very thorough inspector!

[@phil2707]

Congratulations 🎉 - what great news - it's fantastic that the little crew is getting bigger - the perfect boat, the perfect galley for a perfect family - I'm so happy for you. Cheers Phil from Germany

[@ernestospadolesto8126]

You are a great team. Not only do you know what you're doing when building a boat, it's really fun to watch the two of you on KZbin. I'm happy for you, for the baby - you have recognized the meaning of life in every respect.

[@kscipkkkk]

And you two probably thought the boat was a big project. Congrats your entire world will soon revolve around your son including your boat project. There is nothing more satisfying than welcoming a new first mate.

[@geoffhurwitch2131]

Congrats on the future family addition! I've got a couple of boys myself. We just returned from the only open body of water in Park City, UT, sailing their remote control sailboats. As for the boat, I'd scrap the bar. Especially with a little kid running through the boat, it's a great place to hit a head and it will also cut down on easy walking through the boat.

[@sailor5026]

The best galley I have seen was in Pelagic Australis. I love a Herreschoff interior, but I love the functionality of a stainless steel galley with tall fiddles and stainless work surfaces and back splashes. Hot pans are not a problem, and heavy duty cleaning won’t damage them. Congratulations. I wish you all the very best.😊

[@dmcgarry2020]

Matt & Yanni - first off, CONGRATULATIONS!!! Becoming a dad was the best, most-rewarding thing I have ever done! Now onto other things: I love the new galley layout, but I would suggest you think about swapping the position of the dishwasher & sink relative to each other. (In other words, move the sink more forward and move the dishwasher aft). This will give you a tighter triangle between the sink-stove-fridge, and it means that as the chef stands mid-galley, in front of the fridge, s/he has far less to reach for the sink (which is critical), but also has everything needed for meal prep immediately to hand. Also, this subtle shift will allow both the fridge & the dishwasher to be opened simultaneously. Don't discount this need -there is nothing more frustrating in a tight space than having to wait for one appliance simply to access another.

[@markchodroff250]

Congratulations! A child will bring joy, laughter and a new outlook to everything in your lives .

[@davidnichols147]

We are all thrilled over the news, you'll make exceptional parents, we all are so Happy for you both,

[@TheDuracellProject]

Thank you😊

[@Hollywood5453]

Also, one thing that might go good in that boat, a flattop grill…you can cook all kinds of food at one time and clean up is easy….. better than usin pans… HEY CONGRATS ON THE KIDDO!!!!!!! Gat damn hondo 👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@livingforsail]

The galley layout looks good. Congratulations on the baby on the way!

[@billvanvlack117]

I like the idea below about a space for a second freezer - not necessarily in the galley area - for those long periods away from civilization. Also the comments on 86'ing the tall bar - or make it hinge down. Perhaps a raised, narrow counter overhanging the work surface between the galley and the dining/settee area for the cook to place items on their way to/from the table. Also, you might consider placing the refrigerator where it's more easily accessed without disturbing the cook - for those beers and snacks.

[@ld4677]

Bar Comment: don’t do a raised bar… continue the counter out instead. I had a raised bar in my last house and we cut it out and replaced it with a continuous counter. It created a more open concept and was so much more welcoming and useful. Love the idea of attached bar stools. Life you guys and congrats!

[@donrichter9859]

Congratulations! Great news. Your baby is so lucky to have two wonderful parents like you guys. Best of everything to all of you going forward with your lives.

[@FiddlingwithmyWhistle]

WHY? do people put the fridge right next to the stove and oven. fridges like to be cold, need to be cool to work efficiently. Ovens and stoves make heat. I have not got to the end of the video, Congrats on the baby boy... 🥳🎉🥳🍼🚼👶

[@rb962]

Congratulations on your new addition to come! 👶 I hope the inspector loves him too!

[@theboatgeeks]

Congratulations! TWICE! You guys will be giving birth to a wee little sailor, and a cool galley, too! Can't wait to watch your progress on both fronts. Also, if you haven't seen them yet, the couple on @SailingSoulianis had a baby and is raising her while cruising. Great couple (and child) and great videos.

[@Bruin4Life]

Love the new layout and it looks like it will be safer for everyone. While I like the bar setup, it looks like it will cut down on the aisle space for walking and/or passng someone. I guess I need to see the entire layout to understand the amount of space required and I do understand that smaller aisles are better for when you are in rough sailing situations. Congrats to the both of you on the baby boy. He will be a great addition to the crew.

[@teeanahera8949]

The bar design does not make it easy to put something on the counter top if you have to reach over it. There’s not much room to put a plate either compared to having a wider benchtop where you can put your elbows, drink, plate and still talk to the cook.

[@2DLAKE2]

🎉CONGRATULATIONS 🎉 Matt your gonna love a boy following you! I have a 7 and 5. My 5 yr old laid on me under my 3/4 ton the other day saying I was way more comfortable than the cement driveway while changing a cam shaft sensor 😂. Just remember patience and that time will pass way too fast! I absolutely enjoy the quality of excellent craftsmanship you do on this project. EXCEPTIONAL 💯

[@robertmitford5329]

Massive congratulations guys on baby Duracell the inspector is going to have a crew mate 👏👏🎉🎉🥰

[@CuriousHumbleMarie]

*The bar area will be very important to have for mama and child for many years to accommodate your child to eat or color while mama is the galley* which will be a lot…unless the father can care for the child three times a day everyday. Consider also extending the bar overhang over the counter top for more practical space. Also, you may want to consider adding a builtin pullout stool for the child at the END of counter for you won’t have to move and replace (and walk around) a cumbersome stool everyday. This is the first time I’ve viewed your channel so I may be wrong but it looks like your dining table will not be directly accessible from the galley without walking around away from the galley so I’d consider the bar vital as a mother and child will spend much time together when she cooks and cleans everyday. Congratulations to you both…what a wonderful life your child will have!

[@travhuff]

Layout consideration: what about flipping the galley and seating. Have the seating when you first come down so when your sitting your looking out the back of the boat or towards galley instead of only facing towards the bedroom or galley. People tend to gravitate to kitchen to hang out and stand while cooking. Current design would block walkway between the two seating areas. Just a thought, you probably have a reason. Congratulation on your pregnancy Love your channel, great work!

[@judybonner8682]

Congratulations! This is one lucky baby boy to have such special parents!!💕💕💕

[@sarmentinho]

First of all, congrats to the blessing of a baby, hope he'll watch (t)his family journey on building his soon to be favourite place🥰. My "strong" suggestions as you said we'd should give now is to have more fridge and freezer space, even if not in the galley. For two or three people, the space you have planned is only for weekend trips. If you plan on sailing more it will soon be a problem. Another suggestion is to (even if you don't plan to install it now) leave space for air conditioning installation. People overlook and often forget that the main discomfort in a boat is humidity and AC units are also very efficient on dehumidifying, apart from the comfort of temperature regulation and creating (forced) airflow.

[@henkresink5073]

Congratulations 🥳🥳👶with the little Duracell crew member, I think you should make the galley to your satisfaction and ideas, I like them👍

[@Dominic-ey6bv]

What wonderful news. Congratulations to you both! 🎉🤗. With regard to the galley, there are so many comments perhaps it’s already been said, but it might help to ensure the stove can gimbal as expected without impeding access to the fridge drawers. Awesome channel.

[@jean-marievennin8405]

Gongrats to you and yours for the coming baby.😊😊😊😊😊 For the kitchen : I saw one photo with a pole in , in the heel hull-mouvement , it could be a solution if the roof is to high to have a hand rail to the top roof instead of a pole at the good place. Bon courage and stay safe....... much more Now. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@johanohrstedt9304]

Noticed the tight space for the stove in front of the water tank. Remember the gimballing takes a lot of extra space behind, as well in front. Great work on the galley, it will be awesome!

[@sailingjano]

Congrats for both of you. So the first deckhand will be born very soon. Enjoy every moment together because it is more important than a galley. You can always change a galley but not the little born 😂😂😂😍😍😍

[@dremein]

Like the galley design. Big Congratulations on your pending parenthood. Children have a way of maturing us, I'm sure you will be great parents.

[@ronkluwe4875]

Now you are embarking on the big adventure in life and best wishes to both of you and your child. My recommendation is to get rid of the bar, but keep that space for storage with vertical storage all the way from the 6" above the counter to the sole. As you well know, there is never enough room for storage on a boat and that area is a great spot for the small things that you constantly use, plus wine storage 😀. The overall U shape is excellent and will really protect the cook during rough transits. I may have missed it, but I do not remember seeing a microwave being installed. Please consider installing one as it is great for heating up coffee while on watch and baby bottles in the middle of the night. A combo convection/microwave may be just the ticket for your boat.

[@TomGillis-wx1wr]

Congratulations on more crew, and making your own crew. Novel idea. With the spaces you have available, consider a remote freezer as more freezer space is really nice for extended cruising. Nice design and beautifully crafted job

[@user-jd2qc2wo3f]

So glad for the two of you, children are a wonderful blessing and I am very confident you guys will be amazing parents! One day they give you grandchildren and that is even better. On the boat I would suggest another freezer/refrigerator, most of the new units can be either, at least leave room for one down the road. In regards to the kitchen counter, I would suggest a second level but not that it takes up part of the walkway, I did not follow an architects suggestion years ago and the narrow space makes it most inconvenient.

[@markbarratt81]

Great that you haven't forgotten to organize for future crew. I'm sure he'll do his mom and dad proud. After 22 years in the race car industry and 10 in making kitchens the best thing I did on my Dufour 365 was to make the gimballed cooker surround in thin stainless sheet.On the bottom front edge( when looking at the space) I put a lip of about 30 mm. This stops any liquids/oils/food etc that spill down the back of the stove from running onto the sole creating a slippery problem. We also use it to store a couple of frying pans as the lip stops them sliding out and the stove still gimbals. Couldn't find marine 316l stainless in cheap 1.2 or 1.5mm thick sheet so used 304 grade. 4 years and it's still good as new. As my wife is french good food at sea is a priority! Bon appetit !

[@evewilkinson9653]

Congratulations to you both. A lovely addition to your team ❤️❤️❤️❤️🇬🇧

[@rocknsail]

Hey beauties 😍😍😍 We have an 13 month old boy. You are starting a wonderful adventure. Matt, when there's no logic and only drama, just give her a hug and say everything is going to be alright. It's just the hormones. Very happy for your

[@paulfrillici2398]

Food for thought-there is a top loading dishwasher that could work nicely in that space adjacent to the sink. And congratulations 🎉

[@WTCreations]

Fantastic news, congratulations to you both, and welcome to the most rewarding and challenging world of parenthood!

[@gregoriobelmonte8190]

Congratulations!!! About the bar, I would put the bar on top of the countertop. More or less 10-12 inches above the countertop, so you have space to work under the bar, and I would make it 10-12 inches wide, depending on your countertop width. I could send you some photos of a galley with this kind of bar on top installed in a sailing yacht. This bar is super handy, for example to put dishes there so people can take them to the table without entering the galley.

[@william6526]

I'm happy to hear you are going to continue with the utube channel. Being a father of three daughters and wishing I'd taken a lot more pictures of my daughters growing up I think this channel will be a wonderful tool to allow you to document the boat build and then your travels but it will also give you the opportunity to include your child or children so when you get as old as I am you can go back and relive all the memories you made before it was time to slow down and stop sailing the world. Congratulations on the upcoming addition to your family. Being a parent is going to be the absolute best part of your lives. God bless you both ,stay safe enjoy your pregnancy, it's going to be wonderful.

[@TheDuracellProject]

Thanks! We are excited

[@ianmerrill9819]

Congratulations! It's a good thing you are making such a big and fun boat layout. Kiddos will love thos berths with the crawl throughs!🎉❤

[@richh9241]

Congratulations! Great news, before ours came along I couldn't imagine life with kids, now I can't imagine life without them. Lovely news!

[@kindsailing]

Good idea to change to the U-shaped galley. We like that. Congratulations on the baby, that is wonderful news!

[@patrickmaloney6440]

Ahhh, you guys! Congratulations to both of you! ❤ The boat is looking so good - she's going to be a great family home 👍

[@aaronfulton3772]

Congrats on the pregnancy... being a parent is the most rewarding job in the whole world, bar none! Next episode needs to feature where the nursery will go. :)

[@moosenbeans903]

Omg. Soon as she looked down. Now baby proofing everything. Congrats, best news, all day. Spring, baby. Glad you got the tarp. I am working on my boat shed and grinding halt cause of 🌧 👶 yeah

[@TheDuracellProject]

thanks and good luck with your shed!

[@Nena84734]

Wow, that wasn’t even on my radar, completely out of the blue, like holy cow, you’re having a baby, dang, I’m so happy for you two!

[@johnkreideweis4080]

Congratulations 🎉

[@MultiWoodturner]

I think the sink will need a back splash! What tops the back splash is the question. Perhaps a shelf to grow kitchen herbs. Congratulations on the baby! Your world is about to change….best thing ever.

[@rayb3117]

Congratulations on the 'crew' addition guys. You will make great parents, as you both have a lot of patience.

[@crusadeagainsttomatoes2518]

Congratulations! If I were you, I would probably try to incorporate even more freezer space, it’s really invaluable to keep things fresh when you’re doing long passages. You could check out some Hallberg-Rassys for this aspect, they are really good at making space for refrigeration/freezers. I like the u-shape as well. You could also make a pull-out cutting board as counter space is always a luxury. I know you probably already know this, but fiddles are so important, so the bar could probably double as a good fiddle.

[@sailingmariposa7887]

Congratulations, having Jr around will change things but I think in a good way. Kids are a blessing! Two thoughts on the galley. If you like the island design better you could put up a gate in the opening that could be closed as needed, like a lee cloth on a sea birth. Another idea is adding a pot filling faucet at the stove, it might be overkill but you might find it handy too. Cheers

[@t789yq34iZKJFHWEIL]

Congratulations on the crew-expansion! 'The show must go on' I understand why you say that, but never feel pressured by it. I think the audience you have are on the mature side, and most of us already know how demanding a kid or kids can be ;). We don't go anywhere (at least I won't) if you take a break here or there. All the best, hope everything progresses as expected healthwise!

[@chicobicalho5621]

Congratulations on your baby boy!!! What a wonderful piece of news! And, as far as the galley, the only thing I'd suggest is that the bar plank would fold down, so the passageway would be facilitated when drinking activities weren't taking place.

[@CharlesFlahertyB]

Congratulation! Children are a great gift. I bet you thought refitting a boat was a big adventure...

[@taffythegreat1986]

Congratulation on you adding a member of crew to your boat. You want to get him up to speed, so he can take control while sailing. Then you both can go below and make more crew members 😂. I’m really happy for you both 👍👍👍👍

[@louannejones2304]

Congratulations on your pregnancy! We will look forward to your progress on the boat and baby. 😊

[@darrenleask6042]

The news that you are starting a family made my day. With declining birth rates I hope you guys have 6 or so. You guys are the real deal. Learning so much along the way also. Excellent channel.

[@alanparlane8493]

Fantastic news! Duracell will be a family boat ….awesome!

[@moniquezwart1961]

Congratulations with the big news! So happy for the both of you🐣 Regarding the kitchen, look at the dishwasher “Gone with the Wind” used in there new boat. It in the corner which’s always a difficult place for anything else! For the rest a very good layout!

[@ianlloyd-edwards8590]

I prefer the new layout of the galley, but I worry the shelf area starboard side of where your stove is going, will be very deep, and getting stuff from the back might be impossible, without climbing over the stove. I know your water tanks are under that area, but such a large boat, are you sure that’s the best place for them? You’re doing such an amazing job, we are blown away with what you are doing. Congrats on the new crew member.

[@ryancappo]

I would also design the bar/counter wall by the walkway to be on a hinge of some kind. Maybe add in some seats that also are on a hinge. Having a bigger walkway will make the boat look bigger too. I also am not a big fan of the typical wood stain that sailboats from the 70’s used. I like a light wood color or a gray one. And good luck on making the boat baby proof. :)

[@LukeYorke-Hart]

Congratulations on your new crew member! I would make your bar counter the same height as the other counters. It gives you more kitchen space when you need it and people can still sit at the counter when you don’t.

[@erictakakjian6021]

Congratulations on the pending arrival of your child. You both will be amazing parents! Such cool news

[@joecioe8566]

Congratulations, I like the kitchen layout especially the bar idea. My kitchen has a bar, and it is where everyone that comes over ends up hanging out.

[@jeffhudson4817]

Congrats guys. Think the kitchen will be fine the way u have it laid out. Luv the thought train of having something to lean on when sailing and the boat is rocking. Stay safe guys….😊

[@tomkennefick7254]

Congrats on becoming parents. Having a little one should factor in you design considerations and the added height of a bar will likely make that area less functional for multitasking in the galley and keeping an eye on a child. A wide counter may be a good spot to park a toddler. Explore child seats at various ages and see what fits with your design ideas. There are innovative options that can hang on the counter. No doubt sailing families have figured out safe solutions. Always wonderful content. Thank you.

[@michaelbinion2555]

I'm so happy for you guys. What a lucky little guy to have parents like the two of you.

[@Bowman339]

Congratulations on the baby news! We have a half draw dish washer on a sailing cat and it gets a lot of use. The galley was also re-designed and a U shape settled on. A pop up TV on the outer edge of the counter space with circuit breakers and electrical controls in that area also. Great for the kids. A bit more room than you have but something to consider.

[@thomasautos36]

Congratulations!!! I'm sure the new crew member will be a fantastic sailor

[@Quivitoc]

Switch the place of the fridge for the oven. Gimbal on center. Much safer

[@Quivitoc]

Congrats on the baby❤

[@cnacinc]

Congratulations on the baby. It is great to bring kids up boating. We did with our kids. I like the u shaped galley. I will reserve judgement on the bar!

[@ajknives4192]

Suggestion for the galley: You could flip the bar counter to the other side towards the rest of the galley. So it looks like a C from the side, together with the galley counter. It would free up more space to walk thought, and it's easier to reach from the galley.

[@nutsmcflurry3737]

Make the bar and stools foldable, stored tight to the counter. Leaves more space when at sail, yet gives more seating at anchor

[@mwmentor]

Congratulations guys - that's great news. Almost the start of a new and wonderful chapter in your lives. Wishing you all the best and I hope that everything goes well. And, I like your galley layout. I think that it's going to work well - the only thing that you might want to make provision for are straps that you can put across the galley area so that in a pitching sea, the person using the galley won't get tossed around by the motion... Also, it might be an idea to have some kind of wooden bar to drop down across the fronts of the fridge and the dishwasher for when you're at sea. Anyway, those are my thoughts. 👍🙂

[@carlaschiefer9069]

Gratis having children was the biggest blessing of my life. My name is Carla I grew up in Coconut Grove Miami on a 50’ schooner with my parents and have been able to make sailing my life. I trained and completed in Olympic sailing in the Tornado for the 92 Barcelona, 96 Atlanta. Sailing with great sailors gave me a chance to meet like minded people from around the world .I own Coconut Grove Sails & Canvas since 88 but have spent since 2000 working summers in Sweden for a fellow Tornado sailor and the builder of the Tornado Goran Marstrom. I have been watching your channel since the start. Working at Marstrom Composites I really know how physically hard the work you are doing is. We use prepreg epoxy or carbon and autoclave. But there’s always sanding. Hope to meet you both someday. I fond sailing is something you have to love so that world is really pretty small. When it comes to Sails,cushion and canvas perhaps that is something I can help you with. Lycka till 🙏🏻

[@TheDuracellProject]

Carla, that’s awesome! We’d love to connnect once we get to the cushions, sails, and canvas stage.😊

[@tommyt4062]

Congratulations 🎉 Mini mat could become a trainee inspector 😊

[@AidanHawk-j9e]

Congrats on your baby boy. The adventure really begins now!!!

[@SailingZigZag1]

Congratulations! Life as you know it will never be the same. I have a grandson due in late May as well! Keep up the great work! We cruise a 49’ deck salon so are enjoying watching your build.

[@comeonman7595]

Aloha from Wallace Parsons. Congrats and god bless u both on the news of a baby. I have 2 grown children boy and girl. 2 grandsons and 1 g-daughter and it's guaranteed to enrich your lives with memories and happiness that you created, If you can endure rebuilding a sailboat you can handle a baby no problem. Aloha from Hawaii, I'll be looking to the East for you.I want to welcome you guys if you sail into Honolulu.

[@nutsmcflurry3737]

Find space for extra refrigeration and freezer space. Look at the Dashew yachts with their custom units. I’ve seen top load freezers built into blind corners also.

[@TheDuracellProject]

love Dashew yachts! We're building a custom freezer this week!

[@Its_me--Boo_Radley]

Congratulations on your new crew member! So very, very happy for you both. You will be excellent parents. Another person for the Inspector to supervise ... I think a raise is in order.

[@NigelMartinhome]

Congratulations on the new crew member! 👍😎

[@travellers.explorers]

The bar should be a flip top - hinge it so it can fold down against the side of the counter when not needed therefore giving you a clear run, it would be a rib bruiser otherwise. Congrat’s on the imminent arrival of the new crew, I reakon you could convert the bottom fridge draw into a bassinet as well 😊

[@andywindy]

Congratulations on joining the "Grow your own crew" community.

[@steveng.6845]

Congratulations on the big news. What an amazing addition to this great couple. Love the design. The only thing that I would recommend is flipping the dishwasher and the sink so that you can open both the dishwasher and the frig at the same time and that way the draws won’t bang against each other. Other than that small point ….love it!

[@TheDuracellProject]

Good idea but we want to keep the sink on centerline

[@fisheater844]

Congratulations ,he or she will cook beautifully and fibreglass like a god. Bet your parents are excited. My comment about the kitchen layout, it’s terrific and the stool bar looks cool. I’d just have the stools mounted on the backboard and have the fold down when in use and up tucked away when not. Extra work to strength the mounts but great way to keep the isle free of clutter.

[@imolony]

Congratulations on your blessing of a new crew mate! How wonderful for you both! 🎉 Keep up the great work! ✌️❤️🚀🤠

[@jimbruck8250]

Congratulations ❤❤. Thank you for sharing. Great to see your family grow.

[@tightlines601]

Yes!!!! Baby boy congratulations you two!!! ❤ and yes an addition to the crew and Duracell family

[@neversinkmakes]

Congratulations on the upcoming arrival! A top-loading freezer/fridge is always a good solution for a blind corner on a boat.

[@marahernandez6976]

Congratulations Janni and Matt. So thrilled for you. Can’t wait meet your little guy when the time comes ❤

[@luckytoastsebastian]

Got my fourth one sleeping on my lap. Get as much done as possible now. Just don't sleep. It will be good practice for the next few years. Love the new galley layout!

[@chrictonj9503]

CONGRATS you guys. The very best to everyone. Don't forget the 6 inch rise for the new sole.

[@andrewmoylan6295]

Hey, I'm so happy for you guy's that's fantastic news. You two, I'm sure you're gonna be great, loving parents, congratulations. Concerning the galley, Matt, just consider a top loading fridge to avoid doors or draws flinging open. while underway.Peace and love from West Oz

[@chriswatkins8772]

First, congrats mom and dad, baby news is great! I have a couple grown up versions of those boat helpers, one of which helped me bring our boat down to it's new home in Tacoma recently. Regarding the galley design, I always like the aesthetics of islands, but I think you are tracking right on the U-shaped galley with better function and it will still look great. I like the mini-bar for similar reasons, just need to make sure the passageway feels comfortable maintaining that open feel. Too early to tell on that for me. In general, wow, you have made excellent progress on your boat, hats off to you both!