Did we FINALLY make it to Japan? (Taiwan to Okinawa on our DD462)

[@EarthWatcher736]

That dog will definitely appreciate your care and compassion.

[@Intreegd]

You & Steve are absolute gems. Thank you for taking us along during your pro-jects and pro-cesses, and for showing Louie some love.

[@HaroldMalaby]

Remember well watches at sea mine back in the mid 1970's on USS DuPont DD941. Lots of fond memories in the North Atlantic with NATO and lots in the Caribbean during the Castro issues. Looking back good times. Be safe and always be prepared for Mother Nature 🙏

[@catgynt9148]

When Louie gets to dog heaven he will encounter your other pets and celebrate having known you and Steve. Wishing you and Steve smooth sailing throughout your journey. Peace princess.

[@alanpettibone]

That’s a lovely sentiment. They’ve made the lives of so many animals better… some in great measure and some by just giving a quick hello and a little love. The bit where they give him a bath and a new blanket brought a tear to my eye.

[@williamlewis8741]

Bonjour Steve et Michelle. bienvenue en Taiwan. what a great vidéo. what a lovely vessel too. Steve must be on cloud nine and ten. your collective love of animals and care is worldwide. have a great next leg of your trip.

[@michygoss7148]

Thank you William! 💝

[@robbyoliver4953]

That dog was mess glad you took time out of your day to give him some love. Louie appreciated it, I’am sure. Have fun be safe, Steve is a lucky man to have such lovely wife beside him on his adventures.

[@bopitbull3957]

You are the coolest person poor Louie stuck in that little dog house on that lead it's so nice you clean him you're a good person.

[@throngcleaver]

So, the Pelagic and her crew are shipshape seaworthy! Great to hear, and great to go along for the cruise. 😊 I was sorta hoping you'd steal/buy Little Louie, so that he could spend the rest of his life unchained. Thanks for sharing your adventures! 😁

[@michygoss7148]

I know. Us too.

[@yellowdeer7163]

You all are always so nice with your pets, unfortunately for our dog Zoey the veterinarian says she is dying after 13 years of her being with us. Just so hard for us. I wish you safe travels as you make your way home.

[@michygoss7148]

😢. It’s never easy. Soak her up and remember the great memories 💝

[@alanpettibone]

There’s never enough time and always seem to leave us far too soon. Sorry to hear this.😢

[@dennisoverholts8396]

Dennis is a great name!!!!!!!

[@dwh58]

The Las Vegas casino music at the end, ala 1960s, is great. My dad was in the Canadian navy (WW2 ) and he said guys would be sick for 2 weeks on convoy crossings, but still had to do their jobs all under the stress of U boats, icebergs and hunger. Great video.

[@chance3373]

Michy You are the salt of the earth !!!! Louie!!!! Thanks for taking us with you, Steve is awesome, I would feel secure on a voyage like that with him onboard.

[@scruggsbuster9458]

Louie is really cute nice behaved dog😂 add Steve is on the top of the world just like in the Titanic that's funny😂 thank you for the video it was nice to see that sunset sunrise it's pretty out in the ocean I guess I'll see you on the next one

[@mezanian]

Okinawa is beautiful. I took my son there on his 21st birthday trip. After 2 weeks all over the mainland islands, Tokyo, bullet trains etc, it was a relaxing time in a chauffeured Airbnb motorhome. ❤🇯🇵👍🇦🇺

[@millwork3319]

The love of animals that you two have causes me to relive experiences since my wife and I are the same way. You never know when another adventure with a four legged friend will come around and you just take every opportunity to give, and get, love.

[@1944chevytruck]

AMAZING! Good job everyone!... Awe...that dog part choked me up! sniff ......... safe passage everyone!

[@grayfox9911]

I surely miss seeing you and the doggies in the woods. I hope you get back soon, Be careful!

[@brianwalker9185]

That Renaissance man is good to have around.... What a wonderful journey ahead. Keep the wind in your sails and keep your food down...lol Be well and stay safe.

[@ThomasKutch]

I was in the US Navy and did 6 years sea duty, 10 years total. I miss being at sea. Watching this brought back fond memories of being on the open ocean. My first ship, the USS Towers DDG-9 was home ported in Yokosuka, Japan. Thank you for sharing this adventure with us. We celebrated Veterans day here in the US. Thank you to all my brothers and sisters for your service and welcome home.

[@blue1991flhs]

Thank you for your service shipmate!

[@antonboludo8886]

Excellent. Many people do not realize how valuable the military forces are. They do not train just to fight in wars.

[@lBossman9064]

Even in another country she is still a Fox ❤

[@antonboludo8886]

IKR

[@lBossman9064]

Man when she dress up there’s only word WOW

[@antonboludo8886]

Yeah Baby! @@lBossman9064

[@ronbianca1975]

It was a pleasure to have you and Steve join me at breakfast! Quite an adventure that your on. It was good seeing you take care of Louie, I am sure he appreciated it. Have a safe journey.

[@RAMTreecare67]

Oh , it is so much to know how it works about the ship. First repair than it goes on. Some important things to do before start in the ocean. You and Steve are a good team 🥰🤗

[@jaykrusac2981]

Steve looks so happy when he was riding the bow

[@montea.7436]

The passive stabilizers on Pelagic are commonly known as "paravanes". The same system is also called "flopper stoppers" but that's only when the vessel is at anchor and you deploy them to lessen the roll. Hope this helps.

[@michygoss7148]

I never know proper terminology! 🤪. Thank you!

[@SJC49]

Absolutely love that you took time to take such good care of Louie. Your hearts are always in the right place. 😍🇨🇦

[@antonboludo8886]

I agree. Louie will remember them.

[@TheGamingMason]

As a Navy man, 20 years, I wish your journey "Fair Winds and Following Seas." Lots of Love to you and Steve. Simply a gem you are, with Louie. Such a sweet pupper.

[@robhertle4110]

Kewl boat. We need a tour please. Thanks for giving Loui attention. Not surprised you did though. THIS will be an adventure for sure. I'm exited. Safe travels!

[@alexs3447]

Nice job navigating the seas and the bureaucracies . You're a wonderful ambassador for Canada

[@antonboludo8886]

Yes, she certainly is!

[@robertheinrichs7882]

Geez Carpenter, lumberjack, mechanic, cook, videographer and Sailor all the while being easy on the peeper’s HOOYA Fair winds and following seas

[@kenwilcox8642]

Your video editing is next level . I don't feel like I'm going to have a seizure from watching a slide show . Gee -- I wonder where attention deficit disorder came from . I can't watch a rock video because I'll fall out of my chair . I nominate you for an award .

[@MrJhchrist]

Oscillating multi-tool is the thing you needed for the rudder indicator. Far more of a precise and versatile cutting tool than a jig saw, angle grinder or dremel. It can make square cuts unlike the angle grinder or dremel, but it can also do plunge cuts unlike the jigsaw.

[@BirdYoumans]

What a great adventure. Thanks for the ride! ❤❤

[@andrewwilliams825]

It was nice of you to look after little Louie. He's going to miss you guys.

[@aspees]

It’s super common on a boat to have locations where you can’t get a tool(even a jig saw) into for cutting a simple hole. This is where a hacksaw blade is magic. Buy a high quality bimetal blade. Either wrap part of the blade with duct tape or make a handle out of wood. Use it on the pull stroke like a Japanese hand saw. Cuts thru composite like butter.

[@John_2Much_Coffee]

Thank you for sharing your adventure, look forward to next video. I love that you both always help puppies. Sure the pup loved his bath and treats and new bed. Cheers, safe travels

[@RCake]

So glad you and Steve made it to Japan, @Michy! Great to see the stabilisation vanes in action. And so wholesome to see how good you were to that Taiwanese coast guard dog 🐕🥰

[@pj5395]

Thanks again for another wonderful video thank you and Steve for taking us along on your journey. Take care have fun and be careful..

[@alanpettibone]

Damn girl, you are (or maybe Steve is) living my dream. It looks like y’all have put together a fine vessel. We wish you fair winds and favorable seas. ❤

[@Brett33]

Thanks for bringing us along on your adventure .

[@johnwaller4983]

Awe the ole days at sea diet . Stay safe

[@tomgregory5814]

Glad to see you’re on your way back with the boat. I know you’ve both been chomping at the bite to get going. As always so nice of you to take care of Louie, but I wouldn’t expect anything less. Thanks for the update and have fun. Take care and be safe lady!

[@pkane5472]

She hearts every comment! Now that's something! ❤

[@michygoss7148]

🤭❤️

[@tinymonster9762]

Thank you so much for taking us along on your voyage. Thank goodness Steve is a thorough and responsible Captain and diligent with his maintenance, that fuel filter gave me a sharp intake of breath! Diesel bug….yikes! What you did for the seaside dog was delightful. Kind, sweet, generous and caring. You lovely people.

[@robertfrancis1796]

Clearly, Louie enjoyed his bath. So nice of you to help him get clean

[@espnmk]

Bon Voyage happy sails boys and gals and Michelle tell them boys not to pee into the wind... Thanks for sharing.

[@tahoeblue2491]

What a challenge to get ready and deal with all the crazy in another country. Those waves looked big. No fun with the sea sickness. Love the extra love and bath for the dog at the harbor. You both are amazing. Best of luck on the water.

[@jeremyg3695]

Breaks out tin whistle for Steve. 😂 Thank for sharing the beautiful scenery. Safe journey 👍

[@hillshawn]

You are such great people doing that for Louie!! He probably feels so much better. And a nice fresh blanket to sleep on

[@robertscholz4486]

Great to see that you are back on the boat!!! Steve looked really happy up at the bow ... I envy him that moment!!! The boat looks great after sitting out the cyclone season. I look forward to the new adventures!!! Fair weather and following seas my friends!!!

[@garydahill4240]

Hi Michelle and Steve. Wishing both of you a safe and enjoyable journey. Great video. Stay safe and happy you two. G

[@retiredlogman]

Wishing you calm seas. Thank you for sharing.

[@w.e.coyote295]

Nice as always. For the oil, you may want to look into a peristaltic pump. You can pick one up (relatively) cheaply. I use one for oil, coolant and (small scale) fuel transfers. As with anything though, you get what you pay for. Fair winds, following seas,

[@klmorris1576]

what a beautiful boat.

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

...What an amazing experience ... and a beautiful boat !! .. ... Little Louie appeared to remember you ,, The love and kindness was SO accepted by Louie .. He will always remember his "Land Angels" ..

[@gregoryh4601]

First Steve & Dennis thanks for Serving and giving us Freedom when you were Serving our Country. Michy this is the First time see a Diesel Duck and hope to See all Sails out someday. There is a Guy Building on out of Plywood and Wood. Thanks and Peace Be With You All. Please show some Sushi 4 us Greg

[@williamsimmons8927]

Applause applause a very enjoyable trip aboard your Diesel Duck , sorry your sea legs were a bit wobbly , old coast guardsman and many time boat owner here in the audience , night watches are when all the trouble happens kind ah like the night shift on the med surgery floor huh, you never fail to entertain us in a first class manner, being it hugging a tree, rescuing a neglected dog or sailing the china sea, your content and life adventures are well worth the watch, Good Stuff.

[@d.g.n9392]

Enjoying your videos, thanks, stay safe. 🙋‍♂️🐈🐈

[@UncaDave]

Another exhausting adventure! You were awesome to little Louie! Looks like he has some Sheba Inu in him.

[@dedwin8930]

Steve, beautiful engine room...

[@joesuglia1624]

Nice to see you on the voyage. You look very refreshed. Little Louie is a cutey. I bet you would live to take him home. Enjoy!

[@brianpesci]

I hope you got to check out some of Okinawa, I spent 2 years there as a kid in the USAF, best time of my life, great people. Now that I'm an old fart it's on my bucket list to get back to see how much it has changed. It's fun watching your journey .and the challenges that you have encountered and overcome.

[@paltro3268]

Lived in Japan as an Army brat. My younger brother was born in Okinawa.

[@brianpesci]

@paltro3268 I was the cook at the summer camp for military brats on a little island off Okinawa, best duty I could have ever dreamed of doing!

[@natecuenca8951]

Love the channel Michelle!❤ This may be one of your best videos yet - Great thrill ride and adventure! Safe travels for all of you! So so sweet you gave the dog a bath n blanket!

[@wilberjeffcoat8309]

Seems there is never a dull moment. Have fun, stay safe, you both look so very happy. ❤Wilber & Margaret-from the lower 48. 👴🏻🧑😁

[@oei301]

I always enjoy your videos especially building the small cabin, but man you brought me to tears taking care of the pup. I am sure that pup appreciated your love and compassion and it says a lot about you and your husband. You are good people awesome job.

[@duke68318]

“Dry as a popcorn fart” 🤣🤣🤣 I always get an eye roll from my acquaintances when I use that one!

[@markholmes1346]

Thanks for sharing this adventure, the logistics seem to go well this time around but the sea’s, not so much! I love how you gave the dog a bath and cleaned his house up, you have huge hearts and it’s evident! Be safe on your next journey forward! ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼

[@woody1851]

Just great to see that we share so many things. Can't wait until I'm back on my boat. Nice Duck btw. - nothing compares to a trawler 🙂

[@rldukes5729]

I have to say Michelle, I like the boat series. It's compelling and personal, it's good content for culture and nautical experiences. No worries - trees and mill will still be there. Cheers to you and Steve, nothing like his past experience we hope. ;) Fair winds and following seas...

[@ronjeffery1]

I have been watching this channel for a while now. I love the variety of content, from building a cabin in a crazy location, to outdoor adventures, to hanging out with your very sweet pack of dogs, but the last thing that I would have expected to see was an old friend! I knew Dennis many many years ago when he was living in Ottawa, but we have not been in touch for quite a while. Please say hi from Ron in Ottawa next time you see him. Have fun in Japan! I am looking forward to seeing more adventures with DD462! Thanks for sharing all of these great videos Michelle!

[@jasonlusk7287]

I bet that was the best feeling leaving out of that port and Steve doing the Titanic scene Ha HA ! He cracked me up !

[@elzamiller]

I spent a tour in Okinowa in 75/76 while in the Marine Corps

[@bishopkinlyside8477]

Hi Michelle and Steve, wonderful to see a video with you both in it. I see the love you have for each other is so good. Keep up the good work. Love your videos really appreciate your both , Cliff from Logan City Queensland Australia

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

This is so exciting…a first hand view of this voyage that you and Steve are undertaking! Thank for sharing this part of your life with us.

[@bradb.9733]

You guys have NO fear...love it! And, thanks for another great tune for my Easy Sailing playlist! Safe travels!!

[@T-bit]

Hi Michelle, Japan is on my bucket list for places to go. I use a Dremel for minor gel coat repairs. 01:54 excellent consolidation, no voids 👌🏽. You and Steve are amazing when it comes to animals ❤. All the senior males from both sides dad, grandad etc were navy⚓👍🏽👍🏽. Engine rooms can be so crammed, glad you have adequate space to work in. Take care and bon voyage ⛵🎌

[@toddrabideau5576]

Great to hear and see things are going good. Thank you and Steve for sharing this adventure, it’s really interesting and enjoyable to watch.👍 Stay safe and please keep posting!

[@waterislife.9204]

Tons of work 24/7 WOW sea sickness sucks I bet. I'm excited for this chapter in both your epic journeys. Blessings to see the dog again 🙏.

[@troyqueen9503]

Was a lower decker myself 1980-2004 Hull tech.👍🌴🇨🇦

[@rondierckens6618]

Hope for nice weather and smoother sailing!!

[@aronaeleven5574]

Poor Little Louie must be fed well but looks very neglected and mostly chained 🐕💌

[@michygoss7148]

Ya he’s not starving for sure, but neglected. I asked them how often they let him off the chain and they said once a week for a short period of time. 😢💔

[@normanmallory2055]

What an adventure for sure ! Rough seas and I don’t do so well 🤢! I miss your cliff cabin build videos , those were pretty neat I really enjoyed watching you use your skills !

[@ericbarrington9522]

always love the sunrises when at sea on watch, love the series keep up the great work

[@mrwest5552]

flapper stopper thingys - if it keeps the boat stable, Fantastic ! (that was so sweet getting him a new doggy bed)

[@richardchiriboga4424]

Yay!! Back on the duck!!!!! I hope that you have a great time in Japan and enjoy everything.. especially the toilets, of course. Japan, land of happy butts!!!!

[@larrymorgan546]

Great Video. Michelle can build a houseboat next.

[@g-man9684]

Thank you foe caring for lil Louie❤

[@richardrojas6306]

Hello Michelle. Your so gorgeous on your bike ride. I'm happy you had a good safe trip. Your hubby looks extremely happy on a boat. All the things you do together are so wonderful for us to see. You will have a lifetime of experiences together. May the good Lord keep you two blessed. Now come home soon and get back on your cabins! Hugs from Santa Barbara (77 deg today/25C) 😘🤗💕😎🍷🍷🌹🙏

[@MGC62]

You did a nice thing for that little dog you too I don't think I'll ever forget you and Steve

[@FredD63]

Food that you made looked good …. I bet Louie felt better after the bath that you gave him

[@beatarcheologzt]

Hopefully your kindness to that dog awakes some semblance of responsibility in its owner and they take better care of him

[@edelkins1073]

You both are Super Awesome people. And your fury family are wonderful to. Thankyou for sharing all that you do, And especially the boat trip has been great ,love it!! Thank you both ,be safe

[@bobwollard9105]

Another beautiful video. So glad to see that you made it safely from Taiwan to Japan. Looking forward to seeing the rest of your journey. Safe journey, Michy.

[@adeladahdah4418]

Oh my goodness,this navigation in the sea is complicated! Y'all done good!

[@walterwilson8948]

Wow beautiful ❤ it enjoy life. A dream that so many people have dreams of. HAVE A GREAT AND SAFE TRIP HOME

[@walterwilson8948]

Thanks for the ♡❤️ and love your content

[@TheRobertlonski]

Good video, I REALLY like the sailing content for a change. It is nice seeing Steve ('the engineer') in his element and smiling and enjoying the boat. I am hoping you do a lot more sailing content.

[@douggibson9084]

Thanks Michelle great video and experience!! Love little Louie!!!

[@davidrohder7897]

What a beautiful experience your voyage had to be . A trip of a lifetime . Be safe and have fun .

[@buckchamp9011]

Y’all are so amazing, thank you for sharing your life experiences. Stay safe, healthy, free 👍🏼🇺🇸🇨🇦❤️love you guys 🙏

[@keithgraham6947]

Good luck to you both are all 3

[@mademary]

You guys now have the right platform to circumnavigate the western hemisphere, the trip of a lifetime.