Home Alone | Step341

This video goes into my every day boat-life that happens after Dan leaves me home alone with the boat...
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[@SailingUma]

Let us know how many times you think Kika said "WE" in this video.

[@CaptainShack]

Ok you gotta spill. Which Zelda are you playing through?! 😁

[@SailingUma]

BOTW 😁

[@JamRock_Jr.]

We can also mean you and Uma.

[@gav2759]

It's the "royal we"....It's fine.

[@maartentoors]

@@gav2759 The royals from UMA-nation.

[@MedievalMary]

You two really are 2 halves of the same soul. Kika's smile at the end says it all.

[@d14551]

Kika, this was a terrific video: the dancing/cleaning, your cooking, the tour of the city, Dan's notes. You did great!

[@JohnGladden-zs5eq]

This was very powerful showing how much two people can care for each other

[@kaybouie1972]

I am giving you a standing ovation right now for all the hard work you did filming by yourself👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@mikeh720]

Dan - way to kick ass in the "good guy" role! Those cards were genius, hats off to you. Kika, thanks for a wonderful episode, you (we?) did a splendid job. Love to you both.

[@rickhendershot2432]

By far, maybe your best singular work ever, Congrats Kika.....You were fantastic, entertaining, and did such a great job by yourself

[@davidc6510]

Such a great video. After 9 years together it is so obvious how close and in love you both are with each other. You are a beautiful couple. Thanks for sharing. Cheers o/

[@johnparker7945]

Dan, you win this episode! keep hiding the notes around!

[@lerkzor]

YOU CHERISH THAT MAN!!! Seriously, you two are such a good couple. You obviously love each other so much, it is a delight to watch your videos.

[@lujunabrown4621]

It was different seeing you by yourself, but all the notes made it so very sweet! I'm smiling for you girl. Stay safe.

[@jordanpage2763]

i suffer from extreme anxiety too You're awesome and you've got SO much to give THANK YOU KIKA!!!!

[@51marshmellow]

Kika, you were wonderful ! The video is great and charming. Gosh that pasta dish looked delish. No worries, you got this whole thing down. To keep Uma safe, to weather the stormy days, to dance and vacuum to music and concentrate on editing and laundry, groceries. WOW specially since you have never been apart for that long from Dan all these years and you are always working as a well meshed machine. You didn't miss a beat. Loved our peek through the gorgeous port and it's sweeping views across the water.. So happy the sun finally came out for you. Welcome back Dan. Have a great week you two wherever you may be now! ❣

[@jerrymiller276]

I never thought I'd enjoy watching someone clean up the house.

[@TheCmac1966]

I love the fact you two are still so in love. Well done on the notes Dan. Kika, your energy and enthusiasm are what make this channel fun. If you two ever make it out to California, I’d love get my boat out with yours for a sail.

[@joninewton3873]

Awe Dan's such a sweetheart!! He's definitely a keeper kika!

[@129jaystreet]

You missing Dan came off as sweet and sincere. Hope you two always take super good care of each other.

[@Daydreameruk]

This was such a fab vlog, I love day to day stuff as much as huge exciting adventures are wonderful, we all know that day to day stuff is a normal for us all. You did all that alone after being so far out your comfort zone, very well done at overcoming the enormity. The content, the filming and the edit was superb. Thank you for this, really thank you.

[@svZia-Switch51]

One thing I have always enjoyed about your channel ,back to the very beginning , is that you know how to keep things fresh by changing things up. This is extremely rare in this age of amateur film making or in this case weekly series. Sometimes you plan your change-ups intentionally and other times they are opportunity-based as was the case with this episode. Regardless of how you do it, you’ve managed to keep viewers continually entertained and that is truly a rarity in what has become a very crowded space for KZbin channels. Congratulations and may you always continue to change and keep things interesting!!

[@SailingUma]

Awe thanks!!! We do try! Glad you appreciate the effort.

[@joelwilman8712]

Dan is incredible! Taking the time and consideration to leave you those notes of encouragement for you to find really shows us how much he cares and loves you! When I saw the title of this video, I was sad to here he had left you!!!! You got me!

[@MarkSidell]

Your stroll was delightful, but I’m glad it rained because it was fascinating seeing how you organize and work in your boat, and I loved your b-roll view of how you make these videos.

[@thierrydanis395]

pssst Captain Kika, in Spain there is the "siesta" (nap time) that is a legal thing, all stores close a few hours in the afternoon when it's too hot to work in summer, and they reopen later often to much later than in other countries like France or Italy. Apparently they do it in winter too.

[@brianhowes6448]

Yes it can be a pain setting up the camera to get a 5sec shot of walking but I appreciate the attention to detail and the fact that over the years you don’t skimp on the quality of your videos. It does add to the story and it makes it both interesting to watch and it makes me, the viewer feel like I’m getting to experience your day right along with you. Keep up the great work and I will keep watching.

[@tomriley5790]

Lovely to follow solo Kika for a video! Great work! Nice to see Dan back too:-)!

[@TXBULL195]

This step was stunning and beautiful, from the bright sunny wide angle shots to the rain soaked, wind howling footage and everything in between. I think that "Cooking with Kika" should happen more often. I think the last big storm solo was way back in step 54 with Dan.

[@JustinPert]

My wife and I leave each other cards and notes any time we have separate trips for work or family visits - it is still wonderful after 16 years to do the little romantic things, so keep it up! Love all 341 episodes so keep those going too!

[@lemoatka55262]

11:57 We appreciate that extra effort of filming you guys do to bring us great videos. Thank you.

[@cherylsibson2529]

Kika, appears to me, you can handle pretty much handle everything that comes your way and more, you can handle it! You got this!

[@CraigDantoin]

@Sailing Uma - Kika's comment by the "no dog poop" sign reminded me of a bad habit I've developed... Long ago, in a video from the Caribbean, you'd encountered an inordinate amount of signs. Dan hilariously interpreted them in ridiculous ways, and it's caused me to do the same when I'm in public places with too many signs... my children (2 & 3) have also since started doing this! Thanks Dan!!! Much love, keep up the awesome videos!

[@SailingUma]

Ha!! Love it. It is definitely a fun game.

[@p-dubya]

Great job, Kika! 👍🏻 I love the hidden notes! So glad Dan loves you so well! ❤ Lucky couple! 👩🏾‍🤝‍👨🏻

[@fatasford]

What treasure this one was we all love Dan but Dan loves you and we do too Great show ❤❤❤🎉

[@mamastoffee89]

Kika you did fabulously!! You are an incredibly gifted and talented person, as well as a kind, generous person. No need to criticise your work- it was great!

[@erichardwick7491]

Always have loved and appreciated the transparency of your videos. You guys always make the videos real and relatable!!

[@richb313]

Thanks for sharing your week alone without Dan including shopping laundry cleaning and cooking. Loved the entire video happy for you that Dan is back.

[@cloudinthewind]

I love that you took a moment to share the challenging bit of being on your own and producing the videos. There's a reality of your relationship and the production that I really appreciate being shared with us all! Love you Kika!

[@pparker5113]

This was just great Kika, well done!

[@brianne9]

Loved the cleaning dance party, and that pasta looks delicious! Dan's little hidden notes are adorable. I also think that it's great to have small windows of solitude within a relationship to remember how to be independent, relax and recharge, and appreciate the little things you otherwise take for granted (such as having someone around to pass groceries on and off the boat). I would love to hear about some of the neat regional architecture in the areas you visit as well!

[@MikeB-in1nd]

I love it you did just fine and it must have been so nice to see Dan again!

[@DM-eb7tu]

Hi Kika, you did a great job with everything. You've always said you don't cook but i knew all along that you could cook. Didn't smoke up the boat either.

[@Tuvy_Tuvemue]

31:58 you aren’t JUST TRYING Kika, you actually did it. And you did such a great job articulating everything. ♥️ safe to say that this is one of my new faves from you too. I felt like I was spending the time with you while Dan was away. Didn’t even feel the time.

[@TimGuiles]

you are amazing - - - thank you for bringing us along on your adventure!

[@kensage5947]

You are a gem. Dan is one lucky guy. He is pretty neat also. Stay safe and healthy.

[@brittanirudick3486]

What a fun video! Kika I admire you so much, you step outside your comfort zone with grace and you inspire me to try to do the same. Dan, nicely done with your romantic notes! Love you both!

[@lykenevabe4]

love the dancing while cleaning, giving me the motivation to bust out the shop vac and start tackling this leaky hot water tank before crossing the gulf 😩

[@theveteran765]

I remember that one time I started my laundry and went across the street to get a snack and when I went back my laundry had found another home with someone. From that point on I NEVER leave my laundry! 🇺🇲

[@trisinogy]

Production quality is off the charts. Love the “solo” perspective on this one. Great content as always!

[@ExposingReflections]

Great video, as always. Be gentle on yourself and don't get stressed. Also have patience with you. Relaxing brings out your joyful side and your humor shines. Thank you again.

[@MySkullzDented]

Dan really loves you Kika🥰...and the pasta looks delicious

[@normamimosa5991]

Lovely episode, Kika. I really enjoying seeing more of the towns (vs. trails, cliffs, caves, beaches) that you visit.

[@oblomovtheunknown]

I was on Menorca way back in 1977 (they were still building those tourist hotels). It was the year Elvis died and I was actually having a beer and a cheese and ham toastie (my first ever!). As far as I remember it was just a Med holiday, with sheet lightning in the skies. I loved that island because it was not a disco island and had a rich history as well as beautiful scenery. Glad you coped without Dan - yes cooking for yourself is quite difficult to sort out re portions. Brilliant video! You two are very lucky to have each other and share these adventures - and of course we as viewers are beneficiaries of these! Thank you Kika & Dan.

[@trailsandsails2722]

Treasure notes. That's what we called them because it was like looking for treasure and she treasured them!I did the very same thing when my wife and I were apart.. back when we were about your ages. Loved seeing you do the same.

[@sailingbluewater359]

Love the dancing... workout was great also. Black pasta looked so cool.

[@leeseaman4193]

A wonderful vlog. You must both return to Mahon during the fiestas preferably the horse festival it is a unique experience not to be missed as is the many coves dotted around this stunning pretty small island. Your video brought back many good memories. If you like Gin ( or Pomada) look for the green bottle with a windmill on the label Xoriguer.

[@franklinnorth7708]

Great video, up here in the PNW we only stay on the boat when there is snow and Ice, like this week.

[@GeorgeIvanPare]

Wow, this is my first time typing three comments during the course of a video. But wow, this is so honest and real. We are at the part where you describe the levels of the sea wall. What an incredible job you did solo Kika. We are soooo impressed.

[@MLCruey]

It was so much fun watching you find all of Dan's notes!!

[@rogerstone3068]

Kika, we know it wasn't the onions making you cry, it was all the cute notes Dan had left. And I don't blame you. You make a great couple.

[@bobmiller1783]

Your attention to detail is unmatched in all the sailing videos I follow. Good work girl, you always raise the bar.

[@mandrews1245]

It is lunch time so everything closes down or they take Monday off to make up for working on Saturday. Those narrow streets have cars. You will notice most doorways are set back. So when walking and a car comes, you step into the doorway and let the car pass. Being alone once in a while will build your confidence. Sometimes we become too reliant on another without even noticing it. Dan's notes are very precious memories.

[@henryrossouw930]

Wow You are one ball of energy.Dan is surely a lucky guy.Those are some awesome dance moves.Keep on living your dreams.

[@alesstraveledpath4028]

If I only had a quarter of your energy wow!! And the black pasta with the cream sauce was amazing!!

[@erictaylor5462]

19:30 If you cut your unions under water it won't make you cry. I told a friend of mine this once and later when I asked if she tried it she said she had, but that she had trouble holding her breath that long. I asked her why she was holding her breath she looked at me like I was stupid and said, "You can't breathe under water."

[@zatoichi101]

Best video yet!!

[@theveteran765]

Every time you say WE you're really saying I LOVE YOU! Remembrance is the most sincere form of love! God bless. 🇺🇲

[@DBartWest]

That was a wonderful look into Kika. You are so cute. Loved this video.

[@sabemajeen]

nice show today...and all those walk-by's wow! Happy Trails.

[@poplaysgames6540]

My trick for cutting onions takes advantage of the fact that I have way more cupboards than I need for kitchen stuff in my flat, so I keep things like my ice skates and snorkeling gear in the cupboard under the chopping board, and my mask is always handy ;)

[@franklinnunley8405]

Amazing video, it is so good to realize you two are so good together because you’re strong as individuals. Live long and bless the world

[@GeorgeIvanPare]

This may be one of my favorite episodes ever oddly. Wow. We would love to see you wearing snorkeling goggles for chopping onions sometime. It works great, and it’s super funny!

[@SailingUma]

great idea!

[@teejay7157]

Kika seeing you all alone was nice. You were great and real. I appreciated the anxiety part. It's easy to forget how much gain by sharing our lives and experiences with someone else.

[@cat30285]

Good day in the life video. Storm on a boat is always fun, if the marina has more protection. I like that electric cook top!

[@rwhunt99]

This was a great video! I enjoyed your personal "space" and I think you are a great videographer/photographer/editor! I enjoyed your separation and I know you have much more to do when Dan arrives and you carry on, Thanks for this!

[@lasivianleandros3558]

Thank you for mentioning your anxiety. I have anxiety as well, and it was very uplifting to hear about since I would have never guessed you had anything of the sort. Stay awesome! :D

[@RichardCodyMusic]

Really enjoyed this, as always!

[@waterdog226]

Kika, you demonstrated in this video, that you partner Dan, brings out your strengths. You have done what not very many women have done- sailed on a vessel that you helped restore into deep waters. To do that you overcame things you might not have without placing your trust in Dan. He knew that too. That is a great thing.

[@monekaswan4010]

I so Loved this video! I need to try that black pasta Kika! And Dan is The Guy with all those wonderful love notes! You guys are Super! Thanks for sharing Your Lives! 💕

[@GeorgeIvanPare]

What an excellent episode. We enjoyed this so much! We miss Dan, but wow. Somehow we feel like we got a better glimpse and real feel of your day to day. It feels so similar to our own when we live aboard. After three long years we should be joining you back at sea this spring! Our refit is on track. Wish us luck getting everything done in time for prime time weather in New England!

[@jeffreysearle2996]

Hey the shards were there twenty years ago and did a few videos about the port and the dock that is mored in the harbor.

[@1sheinz]

Great work KIKA. The trick for cutting onions and your eyes start to water, JUST RINSE YOUR HANDS IN WATER. The stinging feeling is coming from onion juice absorbing into your skin, and rinsing brings almost instant relief. That is my trick, or Hack for the day. CHEERS AND FAIR WINDS Steve h.

[@jimwitham7410]

I love how imaginative and creative you are Kika, especially by yourself! Great Job!!

[@jimfisk4474]

Well hello Kika, there you were. You did a fantastic job sweetie. You are so cute and pretty. You would make a good actress. Love your smiles, grins and laughter. It was fun watching you flit around all over the place. You are a strong little lady. I was hoping Dan would be there at the end, well he was almost. Thanks much and catch you next time.

[@sivanandaeilat3574]

Great film Kika. I like how it shows just how long "household" chores take on a boat... laundry, shopping etc. and all the logistics involved. As Canadians who are living abroad we totally get the driver's license thing. We lost our Canadian driver's licenses because we couldn't afford to fly back and renew them. Really stupid 😖

[@edgarmuller6652]

Great filming and editing as always. You guys go the extra mile.

[@uhoffmann29]

I think we "parked" at the exact same pier last year in May when we did an around-Menorca-trip with a charter yacht. Menorca is really beautiful. Need to go back. 🙂

[@gregstrickland3307]

Kika - Your song, dance, clean routine with a touch of comedy was a blast. I thoroughly enjoyed this whole episode - great job.

[@rumarquecowan1868]

Hey Kika. Just a small trick if you find yourself cooking again. When you cut onions, try taking a paper towel and making it wet. Leave the paper Towel somewhere close to your onion. There will be no more crying for the slaughtered onion no more😁. Love the show.

[@jeanlouischaumel1293]

Un jour ou l'autre cette aventure finira ou se transformera. Mais vous aurez démontré une telle expertise et maîtrise de vidéos professionnels que je ne m'inquiète nullement pour votre capacité à faire autre chose dans la vie. Pour l'heure, simplement bon vent ! .....un clin d’œil ému depuis les bords du St.Laurent au Québec.

[@christinapittsley786]

You did an amazing job loved your narroration of your adventure!

[@williamSailingWindDragon]

I really enjoyed this step Kika! good Job! Wicked storm surge there.

[@Kit2Canada]

Excellent and nice sound bite from KZbin’s Natasha’s Kitchen! I love that lady’s cooking !

[@janettebridgeman264]

Good job Kika! It was fun seeing your solo perspective. ❤

[@mjawolfe1]

Great video... always enjoy watching them.

[@bmitch3020]

I'm hoping next week's video isn't the flip side of Dan sitting in the DMV, waiting for his number to be called. Nice job by Kika, not just soloing, but also filming it all!

[@SailingUma]

Nah. In Canada you only wait 2 min and all the staff are super friendly, polite and charming.

[@aimeewigton1453]

Kika you did a great job. Was fun to see what you did. I counted 5 we

[@mrc1539]

@@SailingUma , renewing my cdl last December took 4 trips to the dmv and I spent a total of 12 hours there. Welcome to Calif. 😉 !

[@naomitakimoto7295]

@@mrc1539 Wow! Since the very 1st time, I haven’t been to DMV for renewal of my CDL (I assume you meant California Drivers License, right?) for quite some time except for the change to REAL ID. It’s been done all through Mail, no wait in line, no hustles of paperwork, whatsoever…😊

[@mrc1539]

@@naomitakimoto7295 , actually it was for my commercial drivers license ,which does require a few more tests , but the delays were caused by DMV, lost application, printed wrong info on license , and then lost the license! And yes it was Calif. DMV . I always try to go there with a good attitude and a smile , but it seems to be a lost cause .

[@angieej1972]

One of the best Uma episodes I've ever seen! Well done Kika!

[@joanneshalit8494]

Kika... fantastic video... you are hysterical. Good use of your time!!! nice editing too!

[@alexandral6273]

What a fun video to follow your time alone ! Too bad the sun left with Dan … It’s not easy staying alone, but it’s good sometimes. I would also have difficulties speaking to the camera. Thank you for sharing this with us and not only showing the perfect parts ! We were in Mallorca last summer for 2 weeks and we loved it ! 🥰

[@rickemmet1104]

I never thought I would be saying this, but Dan is kind of adorable! When he gets back to Uma you'll have to make that pasta dish for him. And one other thing, as long as you guys are in Europe, please DO geek out on the architecture, art and the history. Really, I for one could watch nothing but videos where you guys do that! Also, nice to see you two getting back together - we missed Dan too.

[@Americanmapping44]

You did awesome kika! It was so nice to spend alone time with you and see how you go about your daily life. So sweet of Dan to leave little notes all around for you to find and the best one obviously was the one inside your laptop awww

[@Syntaxerror322]

You are Both a constant inspiration. I am preparing for my first stint on a 25m yacht as the ship's chef. One step closer to my families own ocea. Adventure! Hope to see yall in Port some day.

[@jackv6477]

If you can find the cuddlefish and the black ink. You can mix the Black Ink in your tomato sauce, you slice up your cuttlefish into little bits you put it in the sauce while it's cooking along with the black ink, and you have salsa Di seppia. Mediterraneans make this black sauce to put on spaghetti, and it's absolutely awesome