FIRST 36 HOURS of LIVING ABOARD a TINY BOAT

[@Marcie._.Annette]

Ben and Ashley, you are both so resourceful and have such a positive outlook. It's refreshing and wonderful. And baby Willa is so adorable and is lucky to have parents like you both!! 🩷🌸🩷

[@dio3744]

Sweet! The laughter has increased! Willa is adorbs! See you next time.

[@gooniegoogoo9820]

I watch three cruiser shows on YT, and of course you're one of them. The reason you two are at the top, is because of your genuine happiness, and kindness. Your'e so nice, and sweet, and now you get to mold your child with your great, genuine personalities. Thank you so much, and keep it up! Y'all do my heart good

[@theresathekid8261]

A lot of boating channels are very pretentious. Not this one!

[@offdutyoiler1884]

Sailing SV Delos one of my fav sailing channel on YT☺️

[@theresathekid8261]

@@offdutyoiler1884 they are ok.

[@m2pozad]

@@theresathekid8261 Yeah, sailing baby channels have yet to prove their longer term viability. If they're anything like real life 40% of them will call it quits and divorce.

[@theresathekid8261]

@@m2pozad I want to see the real. How does Delos deal with diapers?

[@Thai-g20]

I love how Real you guys are..BIG or small boat..the Quest is HAPPINESS!!!!😀⛵👌

[@picklist935]

Love both of your attitudes on a small boat. It is what you make it! Also, I have seen some channels having to rent apartments, stranded from boat.. so not a bad gig there! Willa? a natural ! ( PS.. people.. thumbs up the video and watch the commercials! Support the channel!! )

[@deanford8121]

Morning folks! Awesome update to the intro Ben. Truely made my start to the day so much better. I love this family. Real life, insane, laughter! Heard the famous phrase “life’s different now!” Watched it a second time, this time it played without ads.

[@arielblumenduft3293]

I love how down to earth you guys are. There are channels on youtube that make such a big fuss about having a baby, they go on and on about morning routines and meal plans and all kinds of stuff and while it actually IS A BIG DEAL TO HAVE A BABY you guys just figure it out along the way while trying to make your little family comfortable on that 22ft swimming toilet of yours. Willa has you guys, your love, food and a (somewhat) warm roof over her head and she's a happy baby, i love that! PLEASE, never think that that your new adventures are not enough to keep us (me) entertained, i don't watch because of blue caribbean seas or a big catamaran, i watch because i like you guys and because i like your attitude towards life, have fun, stay who you are :)

[@sharonlabrecque6084]

When you guys finally get back on your catamaran it will be an epic moment. Oh the space you’ll have and you will be able to stand up inside😉😁🤗

[@Kylewenn]

Puts a smile on my face every time you post a new video.. Keep up the great work

[@thomasknight3975]

It only takes your family to be happy... So many fond memories, praying the door don't squeak and wake up the baby...

[@SideTripLife]

Fellow Canuck living in Thailand here. Have a feeling you may get back here sooner than later. Hope so! Take care guys

[@backthebadge4009]

Ben: "Life's different now". Boy is that an understatement....Adventures in parenting...welcome aboard!

[@kimkistler3370]

Ash,,you are so positive,,and Ben follows your lead,,it's awesome to see you both working together,,in this less than ideal situation,,Willa will love the videos when she is old enough,, a new adventure for all of you,,safe travels!!!

[@MamaDarius]

The song Ben was trying to remember is "Love is all around me," by Wet Wet Wet. It's from the "Four Weddings and a Funeral," Soundtrack. My husband and I used it for our first dance at our wedding , way back in 1996.

[@MrLawrence1950]

It's actually Love IS All Around, buy The Troggs 1967

[@MamaDarius]

@@MrLawrence1950 I was not aware there was an earlier version

[@TydalWind]

Listen to it all the time! One of my favorites from growing up. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYCZmJ-wZdyjo9E

[@johnanthony5591]

@@MamaDarius it is the real version

[@jordang1570]

I had never hear the Wet Wet Wet version. I could see that as a nice song for the first dance at a wedding. Thanks for sharing.

[@orangelb]

Searching about life at sea I found your channel, a great blessing to know that people like you make this possible, I would like to take this moment to congratulate you and let you know that you are a great inspiration for those of us who ever dream of navigating that way, God bless you and continue accompanying the three of you on this great adventure

[@brianvandoorn565]

Awe so cute baby congratulations you 2 always love your videos May you 3 always be blessed with peace love joy and laughter blessings 10fold abundantly showing others how light always shines upon you all making everyone around yu be always speaking awesome words about your videos hoorah

[@Ijustcantbelievethis]

We love Sydney. That area is so beautiful. The islands down to Galiano and over to Prevost is so nice. Then up to Desolation Sound is AMAZING! Enjoy every second. We will live vicariously through your adventures.

[@ericmazza8514]

I found yall last week and been binge watching love the channel so glad when I seen new content just now yay

[@goldtrader1128]

You and Sailing into Freedom have the best 2 channels on KZbin. Great Content as always thanks

[@AGKRex]

I really admire what you guys are doing. I know part of this is motivated by your livelihood but I wonder if "most" people would have given up where you guys keep making the best of it.

[@rnunezc.4575]

Maslow! Excellent knowledge..for a tiny boat...:)..really, one of the best books..

[@ablemarine9072]

God Bless you Two and your Sweet new addition to your Lives! Raised my babies on a boat for 13 years, Best Years of our Lives! And the gift keeps on giving. Be Safe and Well! Congrats on living in 22 feet of Nursery! Smiles

[@AntoinetteRN569]

You guys have the best attitudes! making the best of a not so perfect situation! Keep smiling and you'll be back on Nahoa in no time!

[@elainecumming27]

Hi Ashley and Ben and beautiful willa just watched some of your videos and really enjoyed them. Your beautiful wee lassy aka meaning girl/daughter in Scotland, will adapt easy to sailing. The song Ben's referring to is from Scottish group called Wet, Wet, Wet with lead singer Marti Pellow. How appropriate wet wet wet is for Scotland and Canada. Happy sailing!! Best regards x

[@janiceworkman7144]

Totally enjoying your videos! I get a really good laugh out of y’all🤣👍 Sweet sweet little one😍 she looks like Momma.

[@BigBearJo]

I’ve been watching for a long time. You three are awesome. Thanks for sharing your beautiful stories with us!!!!

[@bobuncle8704]

Really enjoyable post. I love your sense of humor. The way you set the music to make the mood is really spot on. Good job guys. I guess BC is quite different to Ontario. I am running the A/C in the house all the time.

[@BH-yv6iz]

I love it. I think our Canadian sailors have actually acclimated to tropical climates. I love sailing but have to do it solo because my family isn't the ocean going type like I am. Really enjoy the peek into your lives though. Stay safe.

[@rayharrington5115]

Hi been watching you two o thru this pandemic period...first congratulations on the birth of your daughter such a beauty....Love watching u two you are so up beat...a 22 ft. boat at best is a weekender and you two are living on this Ben u are a lucky man....as I said u two are great to watch...I would love to do what you guys are doing.....

[@stephengreen2898]

Soooooo cool... Great Real Life fun & documenting Possibilities for “Doin’ It!”.... you guys are awesome & Willow is the Bomb!

[@conniejohnson2740]

I love your channel Ben, Ash, and little Willa! Welcome to the Greatest most amazing and sometimes frustrating adventure on earth. Called Parenting! I will gladly be watching every week for whatever adventures you have to share!

[@specwill1]

Keep your head up and keep smiling. Love your videos. Cheers from Ottawa Canada 🇨🇦

[@moniquemedleycommercialpro2112]

Ben...you are a rock star for living in that short space. Love 💕 your attitudes- you guys have a way of making every situation seem fun!

[@meganwright6843]

I love your guys' channel. If you're taking travel tips, I really hope that you go to Wallace Island for at least a couple days. It was always my favourite Gulf Island growing up and in my opinion is one of the best. It's also one of the only islands that has a small dock without it being a crowded marina so you can stretch your legs but still feel like it's a quiet private place. I can imagine having a dock with a picnic bench to escape to will be a must on this boat. Check the tides though because entering the cove can be very shallow at times. Happy Sailing.

[@brieneaton8578]

Ohh, man ! I can't see. My eyes are full of tears. I'm laughing so hard ! Six years ago, my son bought me a 1970 something C&C 25Redline. Yeah , I feel you both. The only place I could stand up straight was at the companionway, with the hatch open. Lol. I know where you guys are, stay safe out there. Here on Lake Ontario was real interesting in a squall ,! You folks be careful.

[@chuckleber3484]

I love Sidney Spit. I grew up spending summer vacation on sailboats. We would go from Seattle to the SJs, up the east side of Vancouver Island and as far north as Campbell River and back down the mainland side of the Straights. Parents has a Newport 30. Grandpa had a Landfall 46. I need to get a boat again.

[@trevorbiggs1999]

Congratulations on the birth of your lovely daughter. She has great parents ❤️ stay safe and keep up the good work 👍

[@donnakawana]

Willa is like what are y'all on about! I'm sleeping fine. Never ever wake a sleepin baby u.. Let her wake u up... yall are a inspiration to me an I thank you for it! ❤💪😊❗

[@para1324]

Beautiful Willa. Nothing stops you three from living life the way you want. 👍🇺🇸

[@rogertalley7944]

Oh wow I am so glad you guys are continuing on with the baby!!! Congratulations again

[@bchi521]

Love your video, it is so refreshing to see you don't need much to make a happy life. You guys are awesome!

[@AfterDeath1986]

Sidney spit is awesome! My son was watching with me and got excited when he heard you were there :) he was like "we had beach day there!" Keep loving the memories guys :) i have two beautiful brats and love em both to pieces, and that little joke about 5am.... *cries silently inside* it won't change anytime soon wahaha

[@AKBoaterChad]

My first boat is a Compac 23. I can’t imagine living with a baby on a TWENTY TWO FOOT BOAT! I busted a gut “I’m feel’s it in my lower back” because I did too. Then you figured it out-kneel! My boat came with a little foam pad that I didn’t know what it was for until the pain in my knees got so bad that it dawned on me “It’s a kneeling pad!” (I’m a little behind bc I just found you guys)

[@thierrymeier5853]

Ben: "The laughter has increased" - and that's all that matters, love you guys!

[@RobertHarmonpersonal_web_page]

We love watching you two! We're impressed with your ability to adapt and be positive.

[@121dough]

Well, the first time you step back on Nahoa, it's going to feel like the Taj Mahal. Shake down goes way back....farmers and traders shook down baskets of produce to make sure that they got their money's worth. Sailors must have used the same term for initial cruises, just like you said...to settle the ballast so there wasn't any surprises with a heeling ship in the middle of the ocean. It also made it easier to find the right balance for cargo after the ballast was leveled.

[@vraymond108]

I am surprised your didn’t at least head to Sooke. On second thought probably good thing you didn’t. Getting around Race Rocks can be quite interesting. I think making Cambell River as a goal will be enough for this Summer. Although the West Coast of Vancouver is spectacular. Banfield, Tofino and Hot Springs Cove are all easy 3-4 day coastal cruises in that tiny boat.

[@jrye3493]

First time on your channel, beautiful family. Congratulations on the new born!!!!! Sail safely

[@bombadil776]

I'm super stoked to get to view more BC sail footage this summer.

[@jackfntwist]

Thailand is supposedly opening to business travel this coming Sat. Aug 1. Are you guys on it? I hate to see you freezing. Congrats on baby.. She's adorable.

[@JosephSchneider]

Shes adorable!! Congrats again!! Its the meaning of life.

[@amyo4809]

Great job adapting to changing conditions!

[@jimwattson1720]

Always a cold beer on Moody Blues, moored in Tsehum harbor....maybe even a mooring ball for a night or two. You guys are still inspiring me.

[@erichyney6287]

It's July and its still that cold up there... better you than me. Thanks for sharing.

[@B.E.Long.63]

That Bath Tub boat looks so funny when Ben sticks his head out of it. lol.. God Bless and stay safe.

[@PaulDeatherage]

I love you guys! Even your non-adventures are adventures... you're both Rock Stars in my book. I had a 21 ft San Juan with a "day" cabin that I mostly raced. Can't even imagine the 3 of you on a 22 ft.

[@inugwae]

That looks different boat for another different adventurous journey. Can't wait to hear another great stories.

[@nunosilva6787]

I've been watching your videos since ever and now the baby is borne. How cool is that? Congrats.

[@MrJazz-yp9wg]

I must say, Ashley you're an amazing mother/wife. My respects to you. Ben you married well sir. On another note these videos are just purely amazing. Loving it. I'm like, I can't wait what they'll come up with next. Ok, on to the next video.

[@petersmith6508]

I do not have enough headroom in my boat and I have learned to stand sideways with my legs spread apart. I can stand with my back strait. By bending one knee or the other I can reach from one end of the cabin to the other. This is much more comfortable than what you are doing.

[@dondrysdale9480]

Sorry guys, but I’m laughing so hard... this is now a truly Canadian version of living the dream...omg 😂

[@MrJerobona]

Love you guys! So funny to see that your current hull is smaller than Nahoa! and she has 2 lol! Really enjoy your adventures, Thanks for sharing!

[@Mr.Cucumba]

Great work of both of you! Thanks for the content! I'd love to see you fishing in northern territorys. Greetings from Germany

[@garrydavis3475]

I’m amazed by how chilled you’re daughter is what a beautiful family unit. On the other hand 🖐 ta da!!! .i then think 💭 you’re both crazy trying to cram your life into your shoe box size boat. I’m also thinking you’re local chiropractor is rubbing his hands together watching your video

[@CaptainJohnmaddux]

I just found your channel this morning but I can’t stop watching it I love you guys thanks for making my life better. Jon the Limo Driver from Kansas City

[@Discover-Ireland]

Couldn’t stop watching after the first 6 videos. Enjoyed and subbed.

[@gabrielmarshman2819]

I'm a recently new subscriber, and have been catching up on your journey. I feel bad for your and ashs backs 😂 maybe a downgrade to a Prout Snowgoose 37 would've been better? What made you decide on a 22ft mono over a smaller, used, sub-100k blue-ocean cruiser cat? I'm looking at the Prout pretty seriously right now and it seems as itd be perfect for a young family with needs for a bit more space! I'd love to hear back from you. I love your channel!

[@SailingNahoa]

Watch for next video. It explains in detail the inside of this 22 footer

[@Tomm9y]

There should also be a pair of holes lower in the tabnernacle to match those lower in the mast. You use the upper holes to raise and lower the mast, then when the mast is up put a pin the lower hole and remove the upper pin. It looks like someone filled in lower holes in the tabernacle.

[@jacktaylor1030]

Hello Ben, Ashley, & Willow The family gets Bigger, while the Boat gets smaller. I wonder how long life on this mini Vessel will last, who jumps ship first. lol! Love Y'all.

[@chaosandcarnage1]

Wow just found and binged watched it all so awesome!!

[@thewhomphlew]

I'm moving into a 1979 24' Steury houseboat! Yay me. Did you say Vancouver Island? PNW marine mechanic here. Is that a Westerbeke propulsion engine? I used to work for the west coast distributor

[@garrylandrito3083]

Keep the videos coming . I just keep watching all the videos that you guys have on you guys channel! Try to motor down Southern California so we all can eat lunch or dinner!

[@theresathekid8261]

After our first weekend on our new to us boat 1/2 of our stuff had to be left at home as well. Our boat is very warm which I was expecting cooler temps I over packed blankets.

[@derekgrubbs3517]

I love watching you guys. I Order one of your shirts can't wait to get it. Also I would love to get some info on the boat you guys are renting for the summer. If the owner want to sale it at the end of your guys trip.

[@karyhansen5082]

The great sailors/people you are is why you are fixing/living on a boat and not in the van you had. I never thought the van would work. Pray for Covid to be vanquished so you can get back to your Nahoa!

[@joem3556]

alot of thought and care goes into your videos. Love your channel

[@gavinblackwood327]

How do you keep doctors appointments especially with the baby? Example vaccinations and checkups.

[@gillian3921]

LOL, Ben! “Baby Fog” is the new “I forgot...”. I remember it well. 😀

[@fruitstick78]

That cirrus 22 is in much better condition than my poor little one. It looks more like the black pearl 😅 Love following your adventures! Awesome stuff keep an coming 😎🤙🏻⛵

[@josephpecoul6532]

Very small everything. Thanks for taking us along.

[@OutdoorsWithChad]

You guys are champions. This is great content. Actually more interesting than your usual "cat in the tropics" content. Its different, its real, and the struggle comes through on camera. Well done.

[@sailingavocet]

Amazing- we cant wait to explore Canada soon!

[@juneerams]

I am feeling for you. Your beautiful Canadian summer look a lot colder than our Aussie winter.

[@shellyduval9646]

Willa is absolutely beautiful. Congrats on your new adventure. Love your channel and can't wait to experience it with you 3. Vua YT of course

[@jtaylor0727]

This boat has an amazing cabin size for a 22 ft boat!!! The boat as a whole seems much much bigger that that

[@daveshobbysfishingfoodtrav7732]

glad you're boating again... can't wait for the local adventures

[@bradellis6223]

Awesome.i have been wait for the next video

[@peterandrews2638]

Luv is all around ..the Troggs sing it best !!! U needs 50's,, 60's & 70's🎵🎶 music to have a grand time on that tiny home💕👶💏⛵💚

[@j35362]

Welcome back to the wet coast! Looks like you're in my 'hood! You've found a sweet place to anchor.

[@jennieevans5465]

I’m a new subscriber and I’m loving you two! I nearly died laughing watching Ben try to drink a pop .😂😂 Willa is a doll.

[@kimyoung230]

Willa is a cutie!! Love the inclusion of Maslov's!

[@SVFresh2Salty]

We just bought our first boat so interested in how you guys do !

[@King_Maximus]

I Love Y'all!!! Stay safe and keep up being awesome new parents! Having a Sunday drink with ya from TEXAS!!!

[@mikemarino1917]

Ben how long do you think it will be before they let you back to the big boat?

[@audreygagnon9923]

Where are you in Canada for it to be that cold in July! I live in Quebec, we're sweating like crazies!

[@GS-kx1ys]

Ben....I feel for ya! I know...it can be quite painful in those tight spaces....doable..but painful..

[@rickg1403]

Are you guys ever going back for the catamaran?

[@mtl-ss1538]

I see Fiji borders are now open to cruising Vessels.- The first boat under the Fiji government's "Blue Lane" initiative has arrived in the country. The two New Zealanders were onboard the vessel which berthed at the Port Denarau in Nadi .I also see that Zartara crew are also @ Musket Cove now. www.rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/421452/first-vessel-arrives-in-fiji-s-blue-lane

[@meatballhead3290]

I think you've missed it in Thailand but try to check out Koh Chang if you can... beautiful Island

[@karengray5755]

Your great, can’t wait for more. Thanks so much.

[@fritterscritters372]

Man i am sooo excited to the the makeover for Nahoa well thats gonna be awhile but,still enjoying the content