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[@briankepner7569]

I always hope that one of these days that you'll pick up a single crab pot and just throw it off the back of the boat wherever you are to see what you get just for the fun of it. I personally am into fishing and couldn't stand not to be fishing out there but I understand if you're not fishermen You're going to head north it would make sense to me that you'd want to be able to fish and crab to help with the food supply as you head up the inner passage

[@mvfreedom]

This summer we’ll have to bust out the crabbing gear!

[@chriss2295]

Sluys? Do I win a Diet Coke? Those Viking Cups are zero calorie right?

[@joelwitte2242]

My weekly dose of Elizabeth's amazing eyes

[@guymanges3628]

When you leave the back door open , do you get seals ? That mic was like Mrs. Wiggins on the Carol Bernett show. Thank you guys always

[@davidvoller726]

Did I see Shawn wipe that lovely cream on his face from the donut on a napkin...? Dude, longer tongue! I’d lick that off a grocery cart handle even during COVID-19. 😳

[@Mauve222M]

I’m living vicariously through you right now

[@kj3rd2657]

Love watching your big beautiful brown EYE'S!

[@msweaver2]

And the Oscar for best dog in a supporting role goes to...Mr. Sully!

[@Re5ist_ance]

I don't have a diet coke addition .. I can quit any time I choose .. I just choose not to (said as I take a sip) .. lol 🤣😂

[@rx7dude2006]

Gig Harbor my home!Been here for over 40 years, love it.You guys should come back and get as burger at the Gourmet Burger shop!

[@ricksuchecki]

I agree!! Port Ludlow is one of my most favorite places to cruise to. S/V Aeolus

[@97tj9]

You only live once, eat the doughnut.

[@kj3rd2657]

It's amazing watching your videos in my vr headset. But I like to see more of you to driving the boat then walking on land. This is one main reason why I watch your videos thanks.

[@2ShoesPhoto]

Hilarious, Port Ludlow is right up the road from me. I'm down in Port Gamble. Sluys Bakery in Poulsbo are the best in WA state.

[@KandiSueTheBlue]

9 weeks is impressive. Lots of people have diet coke addictions so you're doing well. Love your humour, eye rolls🔄👀🔄, camera work and stories. Great video as always you guys.🌬⚓😎🇦🇺🐾

[@chriscarney204]

Whoever is doing the flying is doing an impressive job.

[@MyBoatLife]

Agree! Drone following dinghy was well done. #boatvideogoals 😊

[@scottskelton8204]

Great, as always! Wouldn't be Sunday without an MV Freedom video.

[@317vikki]

New to your channel and I really enjoy it. John and I bought our first motor yacht last year. It's called a Marinette . We do love being on the water. We are on the East Coast at Lake Erie. The water gets pretty choppy here lol. The Coke habit I once had was replaced with Tea, Yes I'm weak but i'm also ok with that LOL

[@johnalmgren2183]

Best donuts? Sluys Poulsbo or the dock at Roche Harbor

[@westonbadke5434]

Whichever home is pink for Elizabeth!

[@bertoverweel6588]

We don't eat the donut but drink a red wine every day at 4 pm , our King did that on his birthday , make a toast at four . Greetings from the Netherlands .

[@steveavila6520]

Leadgnery dounuts Auburn Wa

[@markgoldman623]

Ok let's give it up for the best doughnuts...

[@sheymiller8297]

Emily and David from Pennsylvania. Question: What are your 3 favorite meals to make on the boat?

[@mvfreedom]

Such a good question, we’ll have to give that some thought and share delish pics in an upcoming video!

[@sheymiller8297]

@@mvfreedom that sounds awesome! Thanks so much! My husband and I love watching you guys and plan to live on a boat hopefully in a couple years!!

[@Adventuregirl96]

New subscriber here and I really enjoy watching your boating adventures. My fiancé is from the area and we just found out we are going to be moving to Seattle in July so looking forward to seeing more of his family and enjoying the area.

[@rj521]

Live on the other side of the mountains now, but use to spend a lot of time in the inner harbor of Vashon Island. Pretty well protected. Easy to run over to the Tides Tavern in Gig Harbor from there. Quiet, but does have homes all along the shore

[@Big.Ron1]

What beautiful country. Thank you!

[@williambeyer5095]

As always great video and narration, but i have to ask, why could you not get water at the fuel dock five minutes away?

[@mvfreedom]

We could but after a week we decided on a new port 😉

[@classicraceruk1337]

Peaceful is always better than the madness of city and towns. This place looks wonderful and restful.

[@MyBoatLife]

We agree!! 👍

[@JJP72095]

I see you carry a gas can, I’m hesitant to do so for my dinghy, where do you store the gas?

[@mvfreedom]

We keep the extra gas can on the upper boat deck when we’re on the dinghy and then store it on the dinghy when it’s loaded up.

[@65milski]

Laughed at Diet Coke addiction. Try Fresca. You won't be disappointed.

[@kjderuwe]

Enjoy your videos! What drone do you fly?

[@mvfreedom]

We fly both a DJI Mavic Air 2 and Mavic Mini.

[@anthonymiller8989]

Tony & Susan here, Three weeks today no sugar for us.

[@mvfreedom]

Wow that’s impressive, keep it up!!!

[@jwm4436]

Good vid guys. I’m sure learning a lot about the ports of call in the Seattle area. I’m thinking it’s a bit more ‘exotic’ arriving by boat rather than car but, still interesting. My sister has your addition, Elizabeth. She’ll buy the larger 16 oz screw cap bottle and hit it thru-out the day. Good for you taking a break. We probably don’t exercise our will power as much as we should. Addictions come in all shapes and sizes and most aren’t great for us. Doesn’t mean you can’t have one on special occasions, right? 😉 Thanks for sharing. Life is good~

[@BoatingJourney]

Too funny. We've stayed at the resort once and was bored to death. But good to know that it's an awesome anchorage spot. I love Matts Matts bay - reminds us of Port Madison. we'll have to check it out!

[@mvfreedom]

Ha, when we first visited we also wondered what on earth you’d do if you stayed at the Inn!

[@solosailingboatlife7203]

Sluys bakery In Poulsbo

[@stevemyers2092]

Coke Zero Addict here. I used to drink 3-5 Reg Coke's/day - stopped that, cold turkey, with great difficulty, then found Zero and managed to convince myself I am moving fwd. Next is no more soda, period.

[@gregbluefinstudios4658]

good on you, Elizabeth!!!! Well done... it feels so MUCH better to cut out soda. New Year, New Donut!

[@kellyward1478]

Hi MV! I have wonderful memories of visiting Port Ludlow (by boat) with my dad in the 60’s when they were putting in the resort, golf course,

[@darrylmcleman6456]

I too have a small Honda outboard.This is my first winter with it and have noticed condensation forming in the crankcase oil.I installed new thermostat and problem seems corrected.They do want a little warm-up time especially in winter.Cheers from Vancouver Island.

[@richardbrock6687]

Elizabeth I also was addicted to Diet Coke for several years. When I stop about 10 years ago I was drinking a 2 liter Bottle a day. How it didn't rot my stomach out I don't know. I recently drank a can of diet coke and I loved it but I know myself so back to Water. Stay strong.

[@lightmechanic2370]

Can you hear me NOW? Elizabeth Crazy Eyes. Lol! Just like my wife.

[@westonbadke5434]

Has anyone ever monster trucked an RV? You could be the first!

[@ibjeterhere]

I used to have a one a day Diet Coke problem a few years back but no longer, I replaced it with a one a day Diet Cherry Pepsi addiction, is there no end 🙄 I heard recently that our ex-president Trump drinks fifteen Diet Cokes a day so I feel much better now 😀

[@sheilahaats9612]

Yes Elizabeth- my husband and I are both totally addicted to Diet Coke! I really enjoyed today’s hike. Beautiful scenery 😊

[@Colinpark]

The Red one on the shore, you might have water in your tender fuel lines? Foam in the creek is natural byproduct of organics decaying. Lots of tannins in the water. Yes but you have new black water hoses and donuts!

[@leslieq958]

I went a month without Diet Dr. Pepper. Life is too short to add mere days (in misery) by avoiding it. I choose quality of life over quantity.

[@truthteller5539]

Life is short, enjoy your Diet Coke with that donut! Everything in moderation, I am sure you would enjoy a DC once a week.

[@davecms]

Great job on the diet cola. My addiction is Diet Mountain Dew. Like you, I have been diet soda free (and caffeine free) for about 8 weeks.

[@scottwebb7415]

Love your video, I have a houseboat on a small lake in southern Illinois. Your adventures really makes our outings pretty lam. It is winter here and I am still looking forward to getting out on the lake. You guys are great, keep it up.

[@cpwatching5647]

Nice video! Well done, we realize these videos do not make themselves. We also enjoy the bays less traveled. We were driving this morning discussing how we enjoy the quite boating in the Apostle Islands WI where we slip. Here is a quote you two may enjoy. My my wife said it and it is perfect. "Listen to the Silence" . When this happens it always reminds us why we boat. We enjoy your channel. Take care. Borrow this quote as needed. More people should do this.

[@swamprobin3291]

Another great video guys. They do have water on the fuel dock, but I suppose by the time you weigh anchor it's just as easy to head back to Shilshole. I keep hoping they will turn the quarry at the entrance to Mats Mats bay in to a (marine) park; maybe some day.

[@rhinoromper]

We spent a couple of nights in Port Ludlow last summer, were the sealions there? The wife and I were watching a movie and got distracted by noises off the stern, walked out and these two big sea lions were hunting all the fish that were attracted to our stern lights. It was really cool to watch.

[@mvfreedom]

No but how cool!

[@RoyCHaven]

I loved your opening expression at the beginning of the video! I cut out diet Coke for iced tea. Try it. Coffee in the morning and decaf occasionally in the evening. Great video as usual! Came back to edit my comment: laughed out loud to see Elizabeth's expression again. Too funny.

[@blackal53]

If you are having problems with the outboard starting/running - work it out with the bow of the dinghy pushing against the boat. If it doesn’t go - you have less to paddle (Don’t ask how I found that out. ;-) )

[@jeremykamel9655]

If you don’t have it. You guys might consider a fuel water separator for your outboard. I had one for my last outboard. It made such a huge difference. They are fine for both mixed and straight gasoline.

[@markburke6457]

I have a 42 Hatteras named Freedom port of call is Lafayette La. but we keep her in Madisonville and Destin Fl . We like your nautical star in the background of the name Freedom. Will it be ok for me to do the same design. My wife really likes it. We also watch your show all the time. Please let me know. Thanks

[@JohnErlebach]

I'm with you on 'Eat the doughnuts', you can always take a half-hearted run after that to (mentally) get rid of them...

[@Bigjohn6945]

You put the Diet Coke back,,Enjoy the Donuts

[@dixie1579]

I had an addiction to Diet Coke. I would drink six a day, I'm so glad I quit. Its better to feel good and treat your body well, then give in to unhealthy habits. I'm proud of you, I know how hard it is.

[@stuartvarvel27]

Great vlog guys and always looking towards the next one 🇬🇧

[@wallacegrommet9343]

Hope to meet up with you this summer in the San Juans. S/V Sandra Marie

[@rickcrane839]

You guys are nice, but I like Mr. Sully best of all. ;)

[@AndiCakes]

I don't drink caffeine but, I have a friend that gets migraines if she doesn't get her diet coke.

[@tropicalhorizonsii4039]

Headsets....can you hear me???? You guys are like Bert and Ernie...Keep it up.

[@ronward146]

My best guess for your secret bakery... Poulsbo Bakery

[@deonm641120]

Somthing I do not understand. When I tried to like this 10 times, I saw 15 thumbs down🤔 (This is so stupid!) Your video's are great and you really present your trips in an awsome way! Very realistic! Thanks for doing this. It shows us places that we never heard of on our side of the world. Keep it up!

[@michael123cody5]

Life is pretty short eat the donut. Life is pretty short drink the diet coke.

[@rodneyross5282]

Great attitude. You only live once. We are only here for a micro millisecond in the scheme of things. Live it for the moment for sure.

[@scampofscamps8080]

We have a Coke Zero obsession in our house. Its been four weeks since we eliminated carbs, the results have been very good, a few more pounds to go and will be at our happy spot.

[@briancook6386]

Eat the donuts, but don’t drink Diet Coke! 😂

[@Greggspies]

My mates son drinks 6 coke cans a day, he can't survive without the stuff.

[@Passap72]

Love to watching your weekly episodes... Big like from ☔️ UK

[@richpickard1680]

My mom loves her Diet Coke and she’s 74

[@jamesbaker2585]

Another interesting video. Thank you.

[@jeffsimpson7290]

Thanks for another great Sunday morning MV Freedom video. My wife switched to Pellegrino when she gave up diet coke. I think for her it was more about the bubbles. We'll have to consider Port Ludlow after seeing it from your eyes. Have a great week.

[@mvfreedom]

I’ve been assisted greatly by Spindrift sparkling soda when I get the Diet Coke urge, but Pellegrino is good to have on hand too 👍

[@56Spookdog]

Love waking up to glassy water and tooling around in it. Nice drone work.

[@MyBoatLife]

Wow that water is amazingly calm!! A little peaceful, calm solitude sounds perfect right now ✌️💙

[@TairnKA]

I'm sure there's a reason for all of those hoses (white) going this way and that (looks like enough for a half dozen toilets)? ;-)

[@jgriff3218]

At 1:55 look like something surfaced near the boat. Or just a buoy. Wonderful anchorage.

[@mvfreedom]

Not sure but there was a very small mooring ball submerged nearby.

[@philsellers6003]

Been addicted to Diet Coke for way too many years. :(

[@thomaswolters8042]

Good Morning! Thanks, love the boat work vids, more please! Beautiful country we live in.

[@kronie19]

Happy New Year! Where did you get the music for this video? I found it very sonically pleasing..

[@mvfreedom]

It’s from Epidemic Sound, link in the description 👍

[@Fairchildflyer]

Appertain (sp) gives me a head ache. Beer better. :)

[@michaeldowns4236]

Loved the drone footage of you guys in the dinghy . Who was operating it ? Didn't look like either of you had the controller .

[@mvfreedom]

Shawn does a good job of hiding his tricks 😉

[@RIP911sc72]

Great video as always Sean and Elizabeth. A great app for finding trailers and knowing exactly where you are is AllTrails. You likely already have it but if not, give it a try.

[@mvfreedom]

Never heard of it so thanks!

[@TheTravelingKnife]

I spy a Trident Refit Facility Bangor, WA t-shirt in the Q&A. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@mvfreedom]

Good eye!

[@gordongadbois1179]

My aunt lived in Port Ludlow and they liked the fact it got half the rain of Seattle due to the rain shade of the Olympic Mountain range. Did they have any live aboard slips in their marina? Elizabeth you know he can see the face you made at him, right. We have VooDoo doughnuts south of you, are they up there?

[@mvfreedom]

We’ve been to Voodoo Donuts in Portland and loved it, but sadly it’s not up here.

[@bobcathey8903]

I understand you said you needed to flush your water maker with fresh water. If you can make fresh water with your water maker then why can't you flush your water maker with the fresh water that you made? Can you hear me now? Doughnuts and Diet Coke! Yummy!

[@mvfreedom]

It’s a manual process for the unit we have so to avoid the effort we pickle 👍

[@overtheclouds9]

The waterfall is super nice 👍🏻

[@backthebadge4009]

Elizabeth...good for you for breaking the Diet Coke habit. I too was addicted to it. I found if you crave something other than water, squeeze lemons, limes, and grapefruit juice into a containers and store in the fridge. Pour a little bit of the flavor you want into a plastic bottle of water every once in a while...shake, and drink. I find that just putting a little flavor into the water makes the craving for Diet Coke go away. Cutting sugar out of your diet will also help as well...I have never been healthier, since cutting that stuff out of my life....My donut addiction is still work in progress.....I give my self a donut every six months, and I actually put it on a calendar...someday I hope to resolve that addiction permanently...:-)

[@tarbaby6571]

I know 2 people who have the diet drink fetish.....the have both been able to quit and now only treat themselves very rarely. Stay tough!

[@SeaTacDelta]

You are too far from Portland for the best donuts in the Pacific Northwest. Voodoo Doughnut.

[@mvfreedom]

Been there...loved it!

[@ccswede]

You should have gone ahead and finished the old saying. First a boat then an RV next a Rest home before the ultimate funeral home. Love the scenery. Keep enjoying with your youthful spirit. Glad you saved the calories from that Diet Coke to enjoy the donut guilt free.

[@zinkgarry]

Hey guys. Love your videos. But I was wondering, have you ever considered some content featuring regular day to day operations? Like how to pick a good spot to anchor, how to tie up the boat in a slip, daily checks before starting the engine...etc?

[@mvfreedom]

Yes, we get asked that a ton so stay tuned.

[@jamesmulhern6733]

Love the scenic views, Exploring as you both do always shows the very best spot. Living aboard the boat suits you both. Keep crusing and enjoy every anchorage you travel to. Keep them coming , thank you for sharing

[@darbovision2672]

I'm glad you put the diet choke back. On the other hand the Planters lightly salted mixed nuts are outstanding!

[@mvfreedom]

Yes, life’s about choices right?!?

[@NickYourHomeLoanFriendKrehnke]

Sluy's in Poulsbo. I have shoved that exact snack in my face many times lol

[@mvfreedom]

Viking cups!

[@jakes5530]

Hey Capt, where’d you get the boattest.com shirt I’ve seen in a couple episodes? Do you have a link?

[@mvfreedom]

After we did an interview with them last Spring they sent us some swag. Maybe check out their website!

[@ddhh5]

Prefer Diet Pepsi myself, been on it since bleeding in my brain (STROKE) about 22 years ago.