Self Care Sunday | Boat Life Ep. 39

[@nspires1]

I am so sad. Your channel was recommended by another KZbinr and I fell in love with it after the first viewing. I started watching from the start of the "Boat Life" chapter and was hooked. Then I went back to the very beginning and watched them all in order. It was such a pleasure knowing that I would have a video (or two or three) I could watch each day. Unfortunately, I have just reached the end of them, and must now suffer the excruciating pain of waiting AN ENTIRE WEEK for the next one to be released. Hurry!

[@Dobbyjuliet]

I just rewatch them ❤️

[@GoingTheWholeHogg]

Who would have thought listening to power tools could be so relaxing. Jits into the sunset put us onto you guys, and I'm so glad they did. Your slow paced editing and attention to detail when it comes to shooting, audio, and storytelling makes for such a pleasurable experience to watch, no matter the content. I mean, I haven't a clue about boats or any interest in them really, yet I'm loving catching up on the back catalogue! And don't even get me started on Iceland. Gregor is a dream machine, and I'm enjoying your take on travel there so much. Thanks for the effort you both put into each and every one of your videos : ) Kim

[@WithLoveFeli]

I love how you talked about how self care is not the same for everyone, and for you it's organizing and getting the house clean. It made me think of the poem "The Greatest Act of Self-Case Isn’t Always Pretty" by Schuyler Peck.

[@rhondalyn100]

What a great vid! His and hers, this and that, each moving forward, together, toward actualizing a dream...

[@WildWeRoam]

Aw, thank you so much 💕🤗 really glad you liked it!!

[@joelfrijters1782]

Tobago, Tobago, Tobago!!! My partner (in sailing and in life) went to Tobago in 2019 and it was perfect in every way 😁 It was our first trip to the Carib and we would go back in a heart beat! It’s out of the hurricane belt, has incredible food and local grown produce and some of the friendly people in the whole world!!! Lots of snorkeling and the whole north of the island is near-mountainous nature reserve!!! You will not be disappointed!!! 🙏❤️😁❤️🙏

[@vivianagutierrez3959]

St. Lucia is amazing, I've visited several times and it just makes me smile every time I go there. Recommended 100% :)

[@danaosowiecki9089]

Dana and Lou thank you for your wonderful videos! I wanted to chime in about the plants (one of my favorite self-care weekend activities is puttering with my houseplants). The palm has spider mites which are extremely hard to completely eradicate. Don’t let that plant anywhere near your other beautiful plant friends as they can easily spread (like during watering in the sink). You could try to cure the palm with a severe pruning and multiple washes with horticultural soap/organic pest treatments but I’m quite experienced and have not been successful in saving a plant that far gone. I share your happiness in the unfurling of new foliage and want to make sure your healthy growing plants stay safe :) love Dana

[@feliammer1561]

Just the upload of this video already calms me down :)

[@chrisshaw4689]

they also calm me too , A wonderful couple to watch.

[@WildWeRoam]

Aw, that is truly so nice to hear, we are so glad we can be a source of calm. Thanks Feli and thanks Chris 💕🤗

[@lillybugfilms5786]

Your videos always look so beautiful. The care you take in so many aspects of your life is very inspiring. Thank you.

[@jolly9872]

Such a lovely video! So relaxing and inspiring. You two radiate so much love, (self)care and cosiness. For yourselves, each other, your surroundings and for us viewers. Thanks again! Much love to you 💜💙💚💛🧡❤️

[@IndigoUna]

Happy March, Dana and Lou! Thanks for another great video.

[@jeanineskitchen2607]

Hi Dana, just love you and lou and all the videos, i bought the bundle pack of your book and love the added recipes. you guys so inspire me ,your both so motivating. My husband and I love the Caribbean , had our first trip to St. Lucia in 2008 we love it. we were married in Antigua,also nice,but my very favorite because of the beautiful water has to be turks and Caicos. cant wait to see you guys sail everywhere. safe travels,Jeanine

[@Dan4th-l4e]

Frozen shredded potatoes make great latkes too! Half the work and all of the yum.

[@melodydonnallie6471]

Hey Dana Hey Lou, So great to see you guys. I Totally love the pendants Lou has made, They are beautiful! Great work Lou :) . Can't wait for you to launch the store as there is one of the Iceland ones with my name on it :) As always. Much Love Mx

[@anatexis_the_first]

Lovely Video. Those black stones you collected in iceland, that is obsidian, volcanic glass. Love that stuff. Got a huge chunk of it (about 1kg) from the laugavegur trail that I carried four days in my pack.

[@maur2far]

Playing without the Queen - Genius! Thanks for that tip.

[@normamccafferty3053]

Latkes! Haven’t had them in years. Good memories. I like green onions on top. 🥔 ❤

[@cherietillapaughhott1012]

I just love you guys so much. So precious! And what a great idea with those stones. I'm gonna have to buy one or two. I am so very jealous of your past and upcoming journeys! Thank you for including us, at least we can live vicariously through you!

[@chrisshaw4689]

Hi both, watching you makes me feel so calm, you come over as very easy going and so loving towards each other it's wonderful to watch, your marriage was made in heaven ;) . thanks for another great video, cheers , Chris UK

[@WildWeRoam]

Chris, that was such a kind thing to say 💕🤗 Really smiling from ear to ear over here. Wishing you a wonderful week and sending our love!

[@gouda2872]

My Tuesday morning routine. Get up, go for a 2 mile walk in the morning. Come back, make coffee and watch WWR!

[@alinas3679]

Haha so funny! Because my Tuesday evening routine starts now with my Dinner and the Video and later my weekly call with a group of friends of mine. Made me realize that there are diffrent Timezones. Have a nice day - greetings from Germany!

[@WildWeRoam]

Ha, this is all so cute!! Gouda and Krumel Monster, we are so touched to be part of both of your Tuesday routines, how cool is that 💕 wishing you both a wonderful week 🤗

[@gouda2872]

@@WildWeRoam As a skydiver I have to ask, have you guys ever done it and would you? I love watching the progress on the boat! Blue skies!

[@gillfrancis748]

Head to St Lucia for sure, I’ve been several times. Friendliest people, lush tropical rain forest, the Pitons world heritage site, beautiful beaches, great snorkelling in Anse Chastanet, sheer bliss❤️

[@philippedaudi1056]

Simply brilliant.

[@edwardparkhurst9804]

It is said of tongue and pen is that sad of words as this.... What might have been. Embrace the journey it's yours for the taking. Outstanding video thank you for sharing your story with us that watch your informative channel.

[@ameliah6148]

The plant leaves unravelling are so cute! 🌱 With the cobwebs - I had something similar on a succulent and I’m pretty sure it was mealybugs. They’re mean, but often treatable with isopropyl alcohol and repotting

[@beth4354]

What a peaceful video and so satisfying

[@pinark27]

How about a recipe episode..would love a whole episode on some easy recipes..Much love and regards from INDIA.. keep inspiring as always..

[@minyverheij5621]

You guys are so inspiring to me!

[@pattyr6446]

Think I am self-care Sunday is a great idea. The boat is looking so good, the plans are coming together, and I am so excited to pick out a new grit rock to wear! Loved the video, going to try and learn how to make latkes--looked yummy.

[@Nakailla]

Hi Dana and Lou, Just wanted to tell y’all that I honestly love watching your videos and I look forward to it every Tuesday. Y’all are such hardworking and inspiring couple and I am just so thankful I came across your channel a few months back. Thank you for sharing your lives with us and providing a peaceful happy escape. Your both so kind and amazing people. 💕 Take care and Happy March ☺️ -Nakailla

[@WildWeRoam]

Hi Nakailla!! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind comment. It really means so much to read 💕🤗 Wishing you a wonderful March as well, and sending you our love!! 💕

[@jessiesoftpaws]

I am so thankful that this channel exists! Thank you guys!

[@kathywilson6017]

Follow La Vagabonde, they are heading to the Caribbean next week, get some ideals where to go when you start sailing. Your boat is looking really nice, great job.

[@garibaldi108]

Go to St Lucia, it's beautiful and so quiet. There's an amazing marina in the North too, or you can anchor in Rodney Bay which is very calm normally. My grandparents lived there for 30 years.

[@ahintofzen2900]

Bamboo palms LOVE humidity so you might just need to mist it or when you water it, do so in the shower. Better yet, every now and then bring it into the bathroom with you and let it soak up that steam! Definitely remove the brown leaves if you can and if you see mites gently wash with soapy water.

[@mustardsweater4112]

your videos are always so heartwarming. thank you so much (and i really mean it) for making my day much much better! 🍓

[@MikeMills1]

Im always looking forward to your videos. They tend to relax me seeing yall live and navigate your lives. So soothing to watch. Love yall 💙✌🏽

[@garrykennedy5653]

I love watching your journey through life you are inspirational to all keep up the good work

[@rialynnnn]

Tuesdays are my favorite days because of these videos 💜 so so excited for the grit rocks!!

[@aishawaterman492]

Also Barbados is really close to St. Vincent and St. Lucia, lots of people make weekend boat trips to the Grenadines so you could visit all 3 islands if you'd like! 🇧🇧

[@mariana.a.n.]

I definitely recommend looking into Aruba for the Caribbean portion of the trip! It's such a beautiful and happy place. I used to go there when I was younger and dock at the Rennaissance Marina :)

[@bobrose7900]

Another lovely video, all looking good - Lou, when drilling holes with a pilot try to finish off from the opposite side to stop the wood tearing, it's not always possible from an access point of view, but worth it if you can.

[@crystalh1402]

Love the editing on this video 👍 and I only make latkes because I have a food processor for shredding 😜

[@rinsworld]

I found your channel from the Hey, Girl Podcast! Been following your journey since 2018 so my Tuesdays have had a wonderful dose of calm and adventure from your videos! Love from Phoenix!

[@SarahStudt]

Funny story about chess, once when my brother and I were teenagers we were fighting over the TV too much so my parents took it out of the house for 3 months! So, we learned how to play chess. While I wouldn't be very good, it's a cool thing to know how to do. I bet you could add magnets to your set to make it sea worthy!

[@thomasbjor2332]

It's not his or her world, it's our world❤😘

[@valerierichards6648]

Your palm has spider mites. They thrive during dry winters and hate moisture. So if you can take them in the shower and hose it down it will help. Or mist it regularly. Don't know what's wrong with the Bird of Paradise. But your Monstera Deliciosa looks super happy! Hi from Canada!

[@WildWeRoam]

Thank you so much for the helpful tips, Valerie!!! 💕🤗

[@mikakari9498]

It might be cool to have an episode with discussion with other sailing channels about Caribian places. To mention a few: Sailing UMA, Bums on a boat, Unforgettable sailing, Sailing project Atticus, RAN sailing...

[@bodhi821345]

Gosh I feel so chilled and relaxed watching your videos! Love the food bits as well ❤️

[@patti9392]

I did a Caribbean cruise to 6 eastern islands and loved St Lucia the best. It seemed to be the most tropical and untouched to me.

[@deborahwhitt4363]

Great video! Go to Bermuda! My family is from there, you will love it! One day I hope to go back. Be blessed and take care.

[@SailingSeabird]

Self care it's so important! Wish we had enough space to practice yoga on board... Loved the video :)

[@daniellescott872]

Your plant issue I’d say is spider mites. You can treat it with a heavily diluted mixture of water and soap and wiping all of the leaves down consistently. There are also insecticidal soaps you can buy!

[@LubaDovjenko]

The mites hate moisture. I had the same issue with my lamp. Mist it often, and if you have a humidifier to setup that'll do wonders. Trim any leaves that don't look like they are doing well, it'll help the plant recover instead of wasting energy trying to keep those sick leaves alive. Best of luck!

[@ladyorange9915]

There's an app for iPhone called Planta (i think!). Yes, I am sure a spider is living in your plant 😊. I have a spider plant and we've had a couple of spider friends living in it. I love plants and am learning a lot about them these days!

[@monetoast]

Are you going to Velcro the pillows down now that there’s no wood to keep them in place when the boat is rocking?

[@phillip9194]

The term power couple has been redefined to you two

[@WildWeRoam]

Ha, this made me giggle!! Thank you for the high praise, Phillip! Hope you are having a nice week 💕🤗

[@luvslyfe1]

Truly. Lou and Dana are blessed to have found each other. A perfect match!

[@quantumspirit8439]

St Vincent is lovely... also I recommend Virgin Gorda and surrounding area! Outstanding diving/snorkeling. 😍

[@dr.growlife6112]

I hope Dana is still editing these! Great work!

[@kravmaguffin]

That was really nice, you guys make my day. This is the second time today I've heard Atomic Habits mentioned, I think I should pick it up.

[@WillN2Go1]

Be careful collecting on pebble beaches. What people don't understand is that the pebbles always work to the surface, so most pebble beaches have only a top layer of pebbles. One of my favorite places Montana del Oro State Park (in California) has a beach at Spooner's Cove. It used to be covered in pebbles, which made unique and beautiful, but over about 20 years it's pebbles have all been poached leaving just the sand. The way pebbles, rocks and in my driveway, nails work to the surface is any movement of the soil, even swelling from infrequent rain moves the soil. Tiny bits will fill any gaps that open up under bigger bits. Over time, it doesn't take long, the bigger bits will work their way to the surface. This can be why some larger rocks end up on the surface, it's also why you have to dig to get to clay, clay is the super fine bits that fill in under everything else. On some famous corbel or shingle beaches like Chesil Beach in Dorset, England it is against the law to collect stones. Farther west along the south coast of England, near Lyme Regis you can collect as many fossils as you want, so long as anything special you might come across, you show to the local museum. But a rock or a pebble here and there.. it's the buckets and the bags, 'Oh I just want to do my front yard....'

[@Mila-wr9mc]

I really recommend visiting St.Lucia it is such a beautiful place i loved it there. St. Thomas is also a nice island to visit. Also loved the video 😊

[@msdenise1234567]

somehow the intro made me extra excited this week, I cannot wait for you go sail around the world

[@julialobo5215]

Hey Dana and Lou! Your videos really inspire and relax me. As you were saying about binging chess, I am binging your youtube videos hahaha. Hope you have a lovely day! Love, Julia

[@WildWeRoam]

Aw, Julia, thank you so much for sharing this happy comment with us, I have such a big smile on my face 💕🤗 it is such an honor to hear that. Hope you are having a gorgeous week, too!! Sending all our love 💕

[@LoveLife390]

yay, love your videos so much!!

[@johnnewman2930]

Recommendation for the Caribbean the Grenadines are gorgeous particularly Bequia pronounced Bequai

[@cecilemas9463]

Grenadines is well known for beautiful snorkeling.

[@IrishLegend64]

A lot of cruisers miss Costa Rica however I lived there for 10 years and it’s worth everything

[@tobyhicks7858]

I have no idea what any of the food you eat is but it looks so good

[@natjenn33]

Yes a recipe video would be great!

[@msbhjb]

Bermuda is amazing and completely different from the Caribbean islands. There is also a significant Azorean population there and Bermuda has strong historical ties with the Azores, so it would be a good fit to travel from one to the other

[@JP-NL]

Such a calming video. I am really excited for the shop! I think you can make an excellent vegan cookbook with all the great recipes you often show. I would highly suggest you visit the ABC islands mainly Curaçao if you can. It’s absolutely beautiful and the people are wonderful. Stay save! Greetings from the Netherlands!

[@WildWeRoam]

Thank you so much, JP, for the super kind words and the suggestions!! 💕🤗

[@OurPaperTrails]

I love all your videos! So relaxing and yet entertaining! :)

[@davyp2993]

"Plant care". If your shower is not above your bath, sit your "unwell" plant in the bath and give it a few days of a steamy atmosphere from your showers. If your shower is over the bath just stand them on the floor, but sit them in a basin or on a saucer as they tend to dribble a bit, as the leaves condense the steam. Don't take them out and in of the bathroom leave them there as the varying, hot/steamy, cool/dark, over a few days, up to a week, will discourage most "mites and spiders". Even if your plant is not sick, they will get the benefit, as the steam will wash the leaves even the nooks and crannies that you don't reach if you wipe the leaves. If they are jaggy plants, beware you do not spike your bare bum on them.!! Keep up the good work. I enjoy your videos.

[@RebeccaEWebber]

Today is Saturday for me, but I have a similar "before" state of a home. Cheers!

[@aishawaterman492]

Come to Barbados! I think you would love it here, also we have a 'Welcome Stamp' that offers 1 year visas to digital nomads.

[@tednottodd]

Once you understand that there are three parts to a chess game, it makes it easier to digest. In the opening you want to get your minor pieces active, but don’t over extend your pawns. Keeping good pawn structure is crucial for the end game. In the middle game try to control the center of the board. If you are trading pieces, try to trade pieces of equal value. Trading a rook for anything other than a queen or another rook is bad. Bishops are generally seen to be slightly more valuable than knights because the long distances they can control. In the end game, you want to attempt to protect your pawns that hopefully you have managed to slowly move up the board, so that you can get one to the other side of the board to promote it to a queen. If you’ve traded queens, promoted a pawn to a queen, it’s lights out for Lou. SV Flekk

[@chriseggenberger]

Do some research on spider mites. We made a special neem oil spray to get rid of them. I don't have any great news about the palm. Over the past year we have had 2 palms and both died. I think it's from humidity level, and cold temps even though we keep our home at 70F

[@thehappymezzo3985]

Oh man, I am totally challenging my husband to a game of chess without a queen! Nice tip. Interested to try it.

[@EricRobb]

I just read atomic habits. Its a really good book!

[@tenzy38]

Just the thing I need to relax after WFH all day :)

[@melissachochard4242]

Hi Dana Hi Lou Happy tuesday 😃 With the plants...try using less water...just need to give them a drink; not a bath...LOL...If you can see the top layer of dirt change darker (wet) then it is enough...1 tip..yellow leaves mean dehydrated..brown leaves mean over watered and they are trying to release excess water thru their leaves. .Secondly...I LOVE YOUR BLUE DISHES...Where did you purchase? Love your style, taste and videos...BOTH of you have beautiful souls

[@haileypease3584]

for the little palm- sounds like you may have had spider mites. try diluting some neem oil with water and spritzing the under sides of the leaves and the top of the soil, and water it thoroughly

[@haileypease3584]

also! I've heard from someone in the peace corps that the island of bequia (st vincent+ the grenadines) is like heaven on earth and that the people are SUPER welcoming and kind

[@H3arme3r0ar]

Any plans on painting ? Or bringing plants onto your boat ?

[@NatiHerron]

I love Grand Cayman Island, the island isn't very big so you can see a lot.

[@shealiacoqk5491]

Guadeloupe (my home island - there are other island near by Les Saintes, MArie Galante), Martinique and Dominica - very nice beaches and different cultures

[@robertaderholdt890]

You know how when you go to the marina and you're the only one there, not even the yard dog is there, ya me too. :-)

[@MatthewStanford51]

Dominica is a lovely friendly Island

[@beckylarsson393]

Love your videos! That palm-looking plant is really hard... we had 80 plants in our 2 room apartment for a while. And that one isn't easy, I've killed a few. If anyone wants to correct me, feel free to do so, cause Im no expert. But I think it wants to be showered very often, and treated with pesticides for these spider-creatures (dont know their name in english). In sweden we have a green soap that is environmentally friendly. I mixed it with water and sprayed down the whole plant, then the next day I would rinse it all off again. But I had to do that pretty much weekly, so eventually I just decided it was too much work and gave up on owning it. Also, those spiders WILL spread to other plants standing nearby. Good luck! And oh yes, the joy a simple new leaf can bring 😍

[@WildWeRoam]

Thank you so much for those tips, Becky, they are super helpful!! And wow, living 80 plants must have looked so gorgeous and been so serene, but definitely a lot of work, too!! Thanks for reaching out and we wish you a wonderful week 💕🤗

[@robmiddel983]

Perhaps Curaçao would be a good island to visit in the Caribbean! 🇨🇼

[@taylordupont6787]

You should really add Grenada to your Caribbean stop list

[@Huevo_012]

lou and dana in other video i saw you cooking a dinner. what are you doing with the slices of onion y a jaar with some liquid i tkink its vinegar. give me your recipe please, thank you. I rerally enjoy your videos and in a couple of year i want follow your steps. good luck boys

[@mysticshining]

Such a nice calming video guys! Love all your book tips, you got me hooked on Cal Newport. Also, I agree with the tips provided in the comments regarding your areca palm with spider mites. The only other thing I would say is that in my experience these plants love staying moist, so I wouldn't let the soil dry down too much. It'll tell you pretty quickly that it's too dry, like the crispy leaves, and a stressed plant will be more vulnerable to mites/pests etc. I mist mine regularly to avoid mites, but regular showers would probably be the ultimate. The chess must really put you guys in the zone, oooh i just read this on healthline: (paraphrasing) Chess has many cognitive benefits, including the ability to improve your intelligence, empathy and memory among other benefits. Besides the fact that you totally enjoy it :) Thanks guys!

[@WildWeRoam]

That is so good to know about the spider mites, and the tip about keeping the soil from drying too much!! Thank you so much 💕🤗 and that sounds so right about chess!! Hope you are having a wonderful week 💕

[@mysticshining]

@@WildWeRoam This fascinates me :D "The areca palm has one of the highest transpiration rates of any houseplant and is especially effective at adding moisture to indoor air. According to NASA, the plant releases copious amounts of moisture into the air. One 6-foot palm can transpire up to 1 quart of water every 24 hours." Have a great day💞

[@lucilasandoval3084]

The palm has a plague (those cobwebs) and it can very quickly spread to other plants so it really important to get some soap for it.

[@johnwarren7155]

Nice work

[@Eztliz]

You guys have very ambitious sailing goals! Are you planning on joining rallies or having buddy boats while you first start out?

[@tobyharries7532]

Great Video, I’m curious what the gap is between when you film and when you upload?

[@raquelrockysanchez]

Dana! I love your yellow jacket! What’s the brand? And where can I get one ?! 😬💁🏻‍♀️👍🏼💕

[@helgabrito8794]

YESS Cape Verde! I'm cape verdean

[@joannagallagher7585]

those are spider mites most likely. i would get some neem oil to spray the leaves, and i would also quarantine it!

[@WildWeRoam]

Thanks for the tip! Really great idea about separating it from the others for now... 💕🤗

[@SylTheVester]

🫶🏽Chess my son is only 2.5 years old and I want him to learn eventually (right now he loves to “play” with my Mario Bros Chess set since it’s plastic it’s not breakable) I can’t wait for him to learn more. I’m not great myself but once he does start playing I will consider not playing with my Queen 👸🏽 to give him an advantage thanks for the tip! Really love your videos I’m sorta new follower but my son really loves watching you two with power tools and cooking 🧑🏼‍🍳 and Sailing ⛵️! Your VIDEOS ARE A PERFECT Balance Of sweet times during your adventures, you all show us exactly what I’m hoping to see, plus you both explain things so well! The times where there is no talking are very calm, relaxing and soothing! And video editing is perfect! (Congratulations on where you are now in life as I realize this is an older video, I don’t want to say too much to give anyone spoilers incase anyone else is not updated on what is happening in the current here and now) Just know We are super excited for you both!

[@ddilone339]

Cut the potatoes small then put them in the food processor or blender anything. Way easier.

[@saltwaterpatrick]

Spider mites! Isolate the plant! Neem oil and soap dilution spray

[@karenw8481]

Saint Thomas is beautiful, much of it is a National Park.