Episode33 Quality Time at Great Keppel

[@annedelahay857]

We really enjoy your travels, great sense of humour and reflections on life. Tread gentle and be kind to yourself and remember you are never on your own when you have a boat and are out there😊

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thank you so much Dudes. yep lots of great friends ..On the water and on KZbin.

[@judyfisk9657]

Life on the sea can somtimes be lonly but there is always someone to talk to at sundowners Keep your dream alive Old dude

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Yep True and all you YouDudes out there too.

[@rossradonic6256]

Gday Norm … beautiful GKI…. Live the truth in your heart. All the best RR Kettering.

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks Ross

[@darrelbartlett4118]

Mate you are living your dream.

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks Dude.

[@EmskiStroppo]

Emu Park looked like a great little spot very close for the boaties. ❤ya Dad xx

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Loveyatoo Emmy xxx

[@aussie5365]

Hey Norm you always say "Stay out there until you can't ". Make the most of it.

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks Dude. Yeah have to keep doing it.

[@davidwills3736]

Gday Norm. Loving your videos. I yelled out Gday to you at big woody island the other day from our charter seawind 1000. It was a highlight of our Fraser Island charter seeing you. A big part of my interest in cruising is from you. Keep up the good work.

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

That's awesome Dude. Thanks for saying Hi.

[@DaveAdams308]

Norm, lovely video as always. Nice to see you open up about the difficulties of finding a companion. I think you already know, but I'll say it here. Your lifestyle and your boat are perfectly respectable. But your boat is actually a very good filter. If the girls arrive on the boat and they try to change your ways and pull you back to the life you left. They're the wrong girls. Stay out there till you can't dude.

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Great comments dude. Thanks

[@chriss1282]

Keep on keeping on!

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Will do Dude

[@drjasper100]

Never a good idea to share personal relationship stuff, even wondering, in public. Other than that, loved it. Can’t wait to get there myself.

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Yep I guess. Oh well all good now. Thanks for watching Dude

[@Sue29966]

I think it’s wonderful that he is sharing his feelings.

[@damongardner5485]

Thanks Normie - hopefully you get some more company soon !

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Yep. It will happen.

[@brentchapman8020]

G’day mate, what a feeling aye, when a friend moves forward with their life, but in a different direction. I used to feel hurt and then lonely, but upon reflection it speaks so well of those special companions, whose presence feels so good, sort of natural and then their absence hurts in such a unique way before eventually settling into an uneasy feeling of loss. I look at your lifestyle and the floating home you’ve built and can see you are achieving your goals. We only know this life so do all the things that bring pleasure to you. Tomorrow’s a whole new deal so keep on going until you can’t.

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks Dude. Yep a bit of a wrench but I think even the Wombi is feeling better being home. Never a dull moment here, great having the tube community by my side.

[@rosskelvindaley3937]

Hi Norm and Val. Interested to hear more about sailing Kettering to Keppel single handed. Cheers

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Val headed south before I could organise anything, may have to try doing a zoom or something.

[@rogermace4516]

It is the best life anyone could have. You haven't lived until you have lived on a yacht / boat

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Agree Dude.

[@pyawallah7080]

the Keppel shuffle brings back fond memories, in the old days especially, having scones in the shell house was a daily highlight and lots of diving, the whole group was alive with sea life, and some nice girls walking along the beach where easy to look at, you are right Norm , the keppels are a great place, in fact one of the best on the east coast of Australia

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

For sure Dude. No scones anymore unfortunately. But it is a ripper of a destination. Thanks for watching and the comment.

[@markstrachan489]

chin up fella , love the content,

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks Dude.. All good

[@peterkelly250]

Good Vid Dude. A lonely patch old buddy. Things will get better.

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks peter. Things are looking up already mate.

[@SuperRajack]

great video

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Glad you enjoyed it Dude. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@grahamjones504]

Sorry to here this Norm, keep going dude.

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Yeah thanks Graham. All good. Staying Out There Dude.

[@morristhegreat1]

Keep ya chin up mate.

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks Dude.

[@rodhodgson5878]

Hi Norm, We believe we heard some sadness in your voice. We feel for you - there is a couple of ears here for you if you ever wish to have a yarn. Both Lill and I have been in the supportive game and we have a bit of salt water in our veins. We get the call of the sea and how hard it would be to give it up - we have really enjoyed getting to know you through the videos - take care, our thoughts are with you. Rod & Lill (Sapphire of London)

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks so much Dudes. The vids are a bit behind and all is good and on an even keel now. Living in paradise certainly helped. Thanks for your kind thoughts.

[@rodhodgson5878]

So glad to hear that Norm. Lill & I found each other much later in life with me dragging her into sailing for the first time. She has made being out on the water that much more meaningful. Hopefully you’ll find someone like her in the future. All the best Rod & Lill @@MotorSailingforOldDudes

[@AngusMacKinnon-xm5ko]

Lord Dude, another exemplary episode. BLOODY FANTASTIC mate! Mate, I won't respond to my thoughts on Wendy. I'll save it for another day. Just keep your chin up Lord Dude, and enjoy Paradise whilst you still can. Love your travels my friend, and I look forward to each episode. It was great when I first started to follow you as I could just run episode after episode but now that they only come weekly; I keep wishing my life away waiting for Next Week's adventure. Stay positive Lord Dude, and I look forward to catching up with you soon. Cheers!

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks Angus. Gee Dude you'll have me posting twice a week. anyhow plenty of adventures to come. Thanks for being such a loyal fan Angus.

[@AngusMacKinnon-xm5ko]

@@MotorSailingforOldDudes I appreciate the joy you give me with your travels; given that I am now too incapacitated to travel myself. My dad was a former Chief (Marine) Engineer , and I loved the ship visits he used to make to his former Navy mates. As a boy; I used to be taken to visit the Engine Rooms, and the Bridge of ships which was vey exciting for a kid mate. I never lost my love of the sea from way back then; 1953 from memory. Cheers my friend!

[@michaelraine4665]

Gooday Norm, life is full of changes, mate. I'm sure you and Wendy will keep in touch, stay positive, and keep yourself busy. Sometimes, we tend to overthink our problems in life. You never know what's around the corner. Cheers Michael

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks Michael. Yep we'll always be friends. Just doing our own thing now. I'll keep busy and great getting support for all you YouDudes.

[@napoleonnz]

I know what it's like to be on your own, thinking about what was and what might have been, All too easy to go down the rabbit hole that way. Learning to live each day, seeking your own destiny and enjoying the moment for what it offers is key. I feel you are looking forward and think as you travel around you will soon find enjoyment in different places. Don't forget to go and enjoy a beer in the afternoon and sit and chat with others. OK to be a bit pensive at times also. It's likely that Wombi's health issues have led to her decision to forgo cruising in future. Eventually I have little doubt there will be other companionship in future.

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks Dude All very true.

[@cruiser207]

Thanks for sharing your love

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks Dude.

[@lukereynolds96]

Great video Norm! Going to be coming as far up as the Whitsundays? If you do, might see you around!

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Not this season Luke. Maybe next year.

[@NeilThurley]

Gidday norm an Aussie living in the phillipines .enjoy your show was wondering what length is Peggy Anne?

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

She is 12m x 5.4m x 0.8m and a lovely girl.

[@richardmason902]

Thanks for the vid Norm the two of you will work it out. Your outboard is very quiet ---- Electric?

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Yeah Dude.Love it.

[@peterlee440]

Thanks for the vid Norm. It’s been a while since you did a live chat. Have you worked out how many amps starlink draws? Take care.

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Yep. It uses about 8. I turn it off when not in use. Will try to do some more live chats with Starlink. What day do you think?

[@peterlee440]

What was last time? Was it Saturday?9am ish. Seemed to have a pretty good turn out. Or Sunday. No sport. Kat brekie time and Cofffeee!

[@peterlee440]

Late brekie time.

[@thatsshowbiz6438]

Hey Norm I enjoy following your travel & love keppel island since doing a dive course there in the 80's. I was wondering what dingy do you have? Looks like a good one - aluminium? Size / model?

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks Dude. The dinghy is roto moulded plastic. But light It's called a Spindrift. Don't think they are manufactured any more, but sometimes available 2nd hand.

[@thatsshowbiz6438]

I searched it up & found a "Finn" spindrift 3m poly which looks like the one - I guess any cat hull dingy would be stable & do the job I'll do some more research Cheers Dude :)@@MotorSailingforOldDudes

[@bartkloppenborg7015]

Do you need to worry about cyclones around this time of year

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

No not this early usually, but they say any month with an r in it Dude

[@johnjacobs5527]

Hey Norm. Always enjoy your stories. Shame about your travelling partners. Will miss them both. Question, are dogs allowed on GKI? We recently motored alongside you when you were at Peel Island with Wendy and Ted. Clipper 48 Escape. Regards Clare and John. Raby Bay.

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Yeah John, That's another great thing about Great Kepple, the dogs are welcome. Even at The Hideaway.

[@johnjacobs5527]

@@MotorSailingforOldDudes

[@johnjacobs5527]

Thanks Norm. It’s always a worry around North Stradbroke and Morton Islands. Haven’t been caught yet!!

[@richardkaye2228]

I get it norm , the only way I could get off a boat is if my health or age forces me , I was always miserable when I was locked in my house .

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Yeah Know the feeling mate. It's the best life.

[@tonyf7997]

Norm, you’re not being selfish to choose your own lifestyle and for Wombi to take everything off the boat is her decision and choice. Have you considered asking her why or perhaps their could be a more personal reason for her doing so and wants to go and deal with her illness and destiny on her own. Chin up and we all have a finite number of days so enjoy each one !

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Yep Tony. We have discussed it. Just better for Wombi to be where she is and she knows where I have to be. We're still in touch and she is doing OK. I'm going well too. Guess it's a Win Win Dude.

[@barneyscott8634]

Hay normy u keep smiling mate i dont think your the problem your lady has an under lying health issue and needs to be close to medical attention if the issue arises if we live in fear of wat might happen we wouldnt go out the front door i tell ya a little something i got cancer pretty bad 30 plus years ago so went out got a boat that needed finishing i wanted to leave a legacy for my boys amd guess wat iam still bloody and on my 5 boat and 3 misses haha cheers mate

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks for that story Dude. Ease up on the missuses mate. Good luck with everything. Just got to keep on getting up.

[@ianbusby1310]

Norm go get Wendt mate. She may be trying to process something her G P told her and may need a shoulder to put her head on. I am 70 mate and been married over 50 years to the love of my life. Go get her.😅😅

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

I think we have come to an understanding Dude. We'll be great friends, but Wombi knows how entrenched I am in the way I live. 50 years WOW. We have only been together (on and off) for 4. I have lived on the boat for 20. Hope this expains a bit. Thanks for the thoughts.

[@ianbusby1310]

@@MotorSailingforOldDudes Norm I thought it was a bit more involved but yeah mate keep going..I got ya drift now.

[@BTCxyz369]

Sounds like she selling her half of the boat 🤔

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

I'll be back to a mono. Bugger.

[@BTCxyz369]

@@MotorSailingforOldDudes don't think there is any going back Dude... Thailand looking good maybe some new ground to cover 😉

[@Ron-dx9wq]

Sorry about Wendy, Norm, but if she needs to be near medical facilities, the cruising life's not for her. For you - STAY OUT THERE TILL YOU CAN'T! 😂 We just got to Rosslyn Bay on Friday from up north. Shame we missed ya. Maybe next year... Ron & Laura on Rhiannon

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Thanks Ron Wendi an I will remain besties and a shame she can't be aboard too much. I guess it's also a shame that I can't move onto land. Thanks for the comment Dude.

[@AngusMacKinnon-xm5ko]

What happened to Episode 32????

[@MotorSailingforOldDudes]

Next week Dude