We've Been MISERABLE Lately...Sailing Vessel Delos Ep. 447

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We had hit our limit both physically and emotionally after one of our toughest sails in recent memory. 4 days of battling rough, upwind conditions had left us totally drained. But hey we made it right?? And things would get better right?? Well, not quite. We arrived to find the anchorages were incredibly exposed to the swell, making our floating home feel like we were trapped inside an amusement park ride that just wouldn't stop...it was HOT and full of bugs, and the breaking waves on shore made it difficult to take Sierra onto land so she could get her energy out. Now don't get me wrong, we know we are SO LUCKY to live this lifestyle and call places like this our backyard...but still, sometimes life can feel really hard, whether you live on a boat, in a house, and no matter how perfect things can seem on the outside. So this was where we were at right now...drained, totally in a funk, and generally just over it. But luckily, we had a very special visitor arriving that would help us find our way back to our happy place 🥰
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[@hlrapoza]

Mormor is precious, she's so vital and lovely! Seeing her with Sierra her love is so visible and her laugh when she rolled over from the rollies are hard situation goals! I want to be like Mormor when I grow up :) I can imagine how hard it is to be in a perpetual 'amusement park ride'. You guys are the best :)

[@ethicalpepper8253]

It doesn’t matter who you are, where you are, or what you are doing; we all feel down sometimes. It makes us love your content all the more! Glad you’re feeling better guys. Love your content whatever it brings ❤

[@jaeljade3609]

Your little nugget has grown so fast! It makes me realize just how long I've been watching this channel. Your under water videos have always kept me coming back.

[@Hairnicks]

Aw, bloody lovely to see your mum again and Sierra has such a lovely relationship with her.

[@barbaraporter6751]

As a Grandma it warms my heart to see the relationship grow between Sierra and Mormor. 💕💕💕🏝️

[@matthewhusband3477]

This one had me choked up a little. I’m an old guy - 45 now - but we can all have our softer moments. I could feel the joy from all three generations of ladies, and maybe a little relief from Kazza too. I’m impressed with the vulnerability you’ve shown with the past couple videos. You have such a special life, that you share with the world, so it’s equally beautiful (if not scary) to share that other side of life with the same openness and honesty. How easily you could edit it all out, and hide those away. Instead you’ve shown a family working together, through those bumps, and shared it with the world too. Thanks for that. Pretty damn cool.

[@user-rt8oz8nz9z]

new to your videos, but after having seen you for a few moments, i can clearly see his point. What makes your videos, i'm guessing, is the authentic sharing of your inner life. i'v watched watched a lot of these sailing videos, you are the only other couple that i can relate to. We all have an inner life most people are loathe to expodr thst pottion of their person. You guys have the courage to reveal yourselves as real people who have the ability to toutch others with the authenticity of your persons The ability to express yourselves in this manner makes you heros, most people are silent, but boring. Tally Ho!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@russelllapua4904]

45 is not old wtf. If you said in your 70s yes. I'm 44 and am not old by any stretch.

[@tmonster2247]

@@russelllapua4904I’m 45 and went into some deep reflection as I don’t feel old either…I honestly think age is a mental game…I still feel 25

[@jsmythib]

@@russelllapua4904 I first thought was 'kiss my arse 45 old'- Signed, Sincerely 54? :)

[@Bauchfalte]

I will not get tired to explain my very easy method to turn a boat on anchor or buoy in any desired position to the waves to avoid from rolling, turn the cockpit into the shade oder leading cool wind into the boat from behind (especially for boats with dodger or doghouse). And I would bag you to try it out and show it to all of your followers. And here is how it works: Take a long rope and tie it to the first link of your Anchor chain which is situated outside in front of your boat or - if you are fixed to a buoy tie it to your buoy directly in addition to your first line. Then tie it very loosely along your ship outside of everything to one of your stern cleats. Then give slowly more and more anchor chain or lengthen your first line to the buoy. You will see that the boat slowly turns more and more putting load to the rope to the stern of your boat. You can stop in any position your like. To turn the boat back, just howl in anchor chain. I would love to see you trying out and filming this method. I am very sure, you will elect it very often then. With best regards from Bavaria/Germany.

[@elsiesmith1771]

Thanks for keepin' it real!! Love the Delos family!!

[@CaptainKseadog1]

Life has its ups & downs, just like Delos in the swells. Love to see Sierra & Mormor's relationship. ❤❤❤

[@geoffreym2769]

All I can say is CATAMARAN, Your daughter is so cute, My little girls are 24 and 25, miss them at that cute age

[@Petra-R]

it breaks my heart to see Kazza in this state. i know life can not always be sunshine, but her breakdown last week was hard to see. i thought of her every day and wondered how she feels ❤ Kazza, its nice to see you a bit better, but i hope you get out of this low ❤ and brian is a huge help and support, but the video showed, even he has lows. thank you for beeing authentic guys ❤ you are the most down to earth and real people, at least this is how i feel about you ❤ stay strong guys! i hope you can see sunshine soon, enjoy your time with your mom!

[@JeffJensen55]

Grandmas make everything better!! ❤❤

[@pitcher-od4iw]

Well, you know what they say, "if it's not one thing, it's your mother!" What a terrific lady...full of love and vigor. Keep sailing and fair winds and following seas will eventually find you! Remember life is full of ups and downs. Thanks for sharing the good times and bad. Love you guys...😉

[@donna8212]

I love that your mom is able to go on these adventures with you ☺️. Such wonderful memories for everyone. Glad things improved for you guys 👍🏻😉.

[@skohaya]

Love Mormor. She brings so much Joy around her. Nugs is so expressive! ❤ Can a hanging hammock absorb some of the rolling in rough waters? Truly are blessed! 😊

[@tgthorson51]

I found in panama City Panama Bay that setting a stern anchor helped to keep the bow into the rollers. Also going for frequent swims helps bring your core temperature down. Fans are a must in the berthing spaces. Great video.👍

[@smulismuli7976]

I'm a grown up man but had a tear in my eye when Sierra ran to mormor at the airport. Then Sierra's blue heart from under the pillow matches mormor's dress...how cool is that! Priceless moments in random locations indeed

[@rileybri]

I'm not crying you're crying... 😢

[@alexnew1677]

Same here! Grown ass man with a huge smile and tears at the same time.

[@jebmo5896]

A bunch of cry babies in here.😢

[@qaannat]

I did have a huge grin, but I did not cry you guys. It is a very touching moment tho, the love exudes out of the screen. Thanks again for sharing your adventures, Delos!

[@gopherholehotel]

I was thinking the same thing just now . The last time Mormor went away it was so sad but when she came back it was tears of joy ! What a great family and way of life . I am so glad they share with us all.

[@SailingAquamarine]

Sometimes you just have to do the starfish in bed! We are currently in a Marina in the canaries, 38 knots on the berth jerking sideways with every gust… it’s still better than a house listening to the tiles peeling off!

[@smoothsailing7773]

Love you guys! One word: catamaran. I love you guys and want to see you stay 10-30 more years. I know, I've watched you since day 1 in Mexico. Catamaran for the long win.

[@andrepotgieter7083]

There is a famous expression in English: When the going gets tough, the tough gets going - meaning when the situation becomes difficult, the strong will work harder to meet the challenge. Sometimes, when we are in a tough situation, inspirational quotes or sayings can help us calm down and focus on what we need to do. You Guys are Tough and we feel for you and are inspired by your positive resilience as a strong family going forward! So Lovely to see Legend Mormor again with Sierra! Best greetings from The Sunshine Coast of Port Alfred South Africa.

[@captaincrunchie8814]

Instead of the flopper stoppers, suggest you try a bridle. Tie a long line onto your anchor chain. Extend one leg aft to a stern cleat, and the other to a forward cleat. Adjust the length of the legs until you are riding 45 degrees off the swell. Much calmer, and you don't have the constant jerking of the stoppers.

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

Sweet.

[@TropicShade]

The world is a beautiful place, and even more beautiful with SV Delos in it... don't ever quit!

[@iPhone-eb9cz]

Sending some love ❤to you guys. For the most part, you are living my dream and I’m envious of your often magical life at sea. But I truly empathize with this right now. Having a tough, rolly, hot, humid, sticky, buggy, uncomfortable anchorage after a really tough sail is a LOT of back to back stuff to deal with. It’s heartbreaking seeing you suffer. You guys deserve a nice relaxing break. I’m rooting for you and I hope you put your needs first and get some respite from the harder aspects of sailing- whether through a break on land or a change at sea or some combination of both. ❤ Take care and stay safe, you are loved!!

[@TR5T]

We do not realize how fragile we are, we are human we live a lot on our emotions, you'll get through it but sea sickness is one of my major horrors in life.

[@jorgegorina3039]

I love to see the nugget and mormor reunions. Such tender moments. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@marklapierre5629]

Woo Hoo! When you have a floating house you can always find a different anchorage. I'm glad you found Mormor and a better anchorage.

[@haydenwatson7987]

We have rocker stoppers and find them to be very helpful in the Pacific Northwest with the currents and often light wind. It lets the boat settle onto the anchor rather than drifting all over the place, tying the rode into knots around everything on the bottom.

[@skillzgaming6419]

Heys there guys, long time watcher first time commentator. I watch your videos from Aus, I work as an underground coal miner and after watching your video before night shift it got me thinking. These flopper stoppers, you said they are made to sink quick and fight the roll. My question is, have you tried putting them on the other way ? The smaller side on the bottom, so they are link buckets instead of hat ? Thanks for your time Cal.

[@parawomenradio]

Wow, I can't believe you don't have a million subs, this is such a real, gritty, yet positive, peek at life. You've got a new sub!

[@user-di9ju9qh3m]

Don't give up on us Delos your living a good life we love watching you guys ❤❤❤❤ one heart for each of you and the boat

[@kiweekeith]

Hello there 'Guys' Great to see 'MoMo' there with You All .... Now those 'Flopper Stoppers' are a Brilliant Idea .... Was just wondering .... Maybe they could be a LOT more effective IF you had a 'Weight' .... Bag of Rocks, Sand, Gravel or even some small anchors, on the end of the 'Rope'. This will help with the 'Sink' Function and hold the 'Ropes as Vertical as possible. I did see that at some times the 'Ropes' of the 'Flop Stops' were at quite angle, thus reducing their effectiveness ..... ALSO, the Added Mass would Also act as a bit of 'Damper' .... What a Brilliant idea, just feel that it is about 90% there .... Best to ALL from ChCh, NZ

[@TheRattyBiker]

So heart warming to see Sierra and Mormor! Brian - your a very lucky man!

[@sjurgabriel]

The love between Sierra and her mormor is heartbreaking in the best posssible way :-) I teared up thinking - what a blessing it is for a single, elderly man to be able to follow a child growing up. She´s at the age you start having memories for life, and as much as it´s a joy to watch her discover the world it nurishes bringing back my own memories. It´s a delight. Greetings from Norway. Jeg elsker at Mormor prater mye svensk med Sierra. Skandinavia :-)

[@mckaypaterson2519]

Idea from a land lubber: Is it possible to use a number blown up tractor tyres inner tubes placed on each side of the boat as out riggers? Or used those sausage type tubes used in salvaging the same way? Heading to New Zealand next spring/summer?

[@petegrundvig3553]

Hey there! Been loving your videos. You’ve probably heard of this truck, but just in case we thought we would mention it… when you’re anchored and the waves are on your beam, we’ve run a bridle off the anchor rode to the winch in the cockpit, to turn your boat into the waves. Much better than a stern anchor, because if you have to go, you can untie quickly. You will be sideways to the wind sometimes, sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t. It is a neat trick to get your bow to come into the waves. Hope this helps. We thought we would use our boat, Norna’s yard to do the flopper stoppers when we needed to, but never had proper flopper stoppers. 😅

[@andyroach420]

I think your lifestyle can be stressful. Thank you for your videos, they make me relax and renewed.

[@josephbushey2791]

I’m also here to say I’ve been in a funk myself and seeing the nugget greet Mormor and Mormor With tikis 😂 dynamite video. I would love to see Delos in Japan with all all ya . Cheers 🍻

[@matteframe]

thanks for showing how hard things can be, it's easy for people to think it's always a fantasy

[@extremelydave]

The rollies can make life (even in paradise) a pain in the aft.....

[@mikenagy938]

I really hate to point this out, but I'm going to. Have you guys never read any books about the anchorages in the Marquesas? Hal Roth wrota about the rolly anchorages forty years ago. Not to mention all the sailors that live in Mexico you might have talked to. Just a little preparation and your stay would have been all good. How? Rocker stoppers. I carried them with me for ten years to make my stay at the anchorage better.

[@maureendodd3402]

oh man! I feel for you guys!!! So glad things have turned around and Mormor is part of making that happen. I know one thing that I've learned while living this lifestyle......The good times always outweigh the shitty times ;) Cheers you guys!!

[@shopwookie]

Wow.... 19:50 and on , should have been on National Geographic or an updated Life magazine Two beautiful generations just wow...

[@steventrostle1825]

I do love how animated The Nugget, Sierra, has become, I am sure she WILL be doing the dialog on here soon.

[@paulreynolds2898]

It's time ! "To move to land, a place you really like and feel comfortable" I have followed you for years and know you are great sailors. I will still follow you for you have become like family over time. whatever you decide, it will be great, I look forward to it.🙂

[@svGoBabyGo]

You guys should come down to the Gambiers. No rolly anchorages, cooler temps, and historically very low chance of a cyclone. There would be enough notice to move north if needed and beats the hell out of the rolly Marquesas anchorages. 😊

[@kenslattery6458]

When our boat came into Taioha'e Bay in 2016 we initially anchored in the middle like you and it was very rolly. We then moved to the NE side of the bay and it was much better and access to the shore is there too. Of course other people figure this out and it can get a bit crowded. We heard the NW corner of the bay is also better than the middle. One problem with the middle is that the swells hit the beach and rebound back out adding to the chaos. That was also an El Nino year and it was ungodly hot. But it beats the heck out of being exposed to storms.

[@jakeMTSU]

Still compared to a 5X8 work week, this seems bearable LOL

[@tamara8908]

I could feel the rolls just watching. It's got to take a lot of inner strength to endure that. I'm happy that Mormor could come and brighten up your days a little.

[@tomquinn5437]

What a beautiful family! Thanks for who you are and what you do.

[@captaindave47]

There is nothing worse than the consultant rolling I have had it many times in the Balearic islands and eventually you just want to die, how you put up with it so long is amazing.

[@Tachikawa5]

You guys need a land fix with some AC for a while. No harm in that we will still watch your channel and the life you are sharing with us. Any local place for a month or two with AC.?? Take a break from the boat for a bit.

[@murphyrp01]

Great to see you getting your mother on board. Particularly when you are a bit down. That Sierra is a gem. Enjoy seeing her growing up.

[@TheUffeess]

As a Grandfather (Morfar), who lives only a few miles from my daughter and grandchildren here in Sweden, I can realize how much you miss Mormor and how much she misses you. At the same time, you should be happy that you can meet occasionally. All my love to you all!❤👍

[@Heathaze813]

The world is beautiful but the most special part of life are the people we get to know. Its amazing how interaction can lift our spirits.

[@SVPirateBoat-vr2fm]

put a couple dive weight on the bottom of the flopper stopper. helps a lot. keeps the slack out of them on the down swing.

[@Jopan471]

Lovely to have your mum onboard

[@graziaDee]

Mormor is a true expeditioner! (*cue jealousy)What an adventure for all of you! Also learned another thing how to manage that rolly issues 😵‍💫

[@kevinwells4986]

Just when I don't think I can love you more, Mormor returns and elevates the level once again. What a beautiful life. Outside the occasional rocking.

[@MrPaulcm1]

Nothing like a visit from your Mum, to make things all better. Loved the excitement and hit me in the feels when Sierra gave Mormor the blue heart. Mmmm..... lovely food. Amazing fauna and spectacular views. Loved the vlog :)

[@mandyschlitt7834]

Yup, Im all choked up! There is nothing that compares when your grandchild runs into your arms ❤

[@emmaharce8938]

Love the total honesty of this video! 💞❤️

[@joechase9226]

I been watching you guys for years now / your wife is becoming a winner she been crying alot lately to bad hope you are able to keep sailing good luck ,

[@oNeWiCkEd1]

Kazza crying in every episode lately is heartbreaking. I know you are emotionell and all. "Find someone better than "better help" /s

[@crowdfundcrew]

Love Brian's comment "It can't hurt" - it's horrible when you get to that point where "it can't hurt" is the best option. As painful as it was, I'm glad you show not only the "good times" of a cruiser life. The fantastic location is still awesome even with the current issues. Donate for a Dream

[@joshuacastro5468]

Thank you for sharing, your openess to the hardships maintain your chanel integrity. Also enjoyed the very heart warming visit from Mormor. You guys are an inspiration! -Cocoa, Florida, USA

[@taowright]

Love your videos--you keep it real with the highs and lows, no faking it. Happy that Grandma is with you guys! Such a beautiful place where you're at now. Wow!!! Enjoy time with family, so special. 💗💙💗💙

[@ashleysimms3684]

Oh man, having rough anchors after that rough passage is so heartbreaking. But then…Mormor!

[@rew3103]

Mormor to the rescue! I do believe I see a Delos 2.0 Catamaran in your future 😀

[@scottturner6139]

Kudos to you for showing not always good times on the water. Enjoy your adventure.

[@extremelydave]

Mormor is pretty freaking awesome. She is so mellow and gives off such cool vibes. It's always a pleasure to have her come aboard.

[@user-jf3hh4xr4n]

Even a little corner of paradise can present challenges. I'm sure your resilience was stretched thin after spending so many days isolated. Luckily you have family that keeps in touch. Good luck and good sailing SV Delos.

[@scotverdin9401]

We love Mormor! What a wonderful life she must be having traveling to random places now and then!

[@justthetip96]

I am a new grand parent to the sweatiest baby girl ever. I love how mormor and Sierra are together. My grand babies name is Sienna 😊

[@trentdelancy3130]

Fam is so important. Generations together is the best. Sail on!

[@johngleason4525]

Love watching your videos. I watch other sailing videos and I've noticed they showed other boats that I've lost their mast While sailing across the ocean lately. Sailing Aquarius is one. Might wanna check your bolts going in to your boat from your mast.

[@Janchez]

Does the mizzen with a reef in it provide enough resistance to dampen the roll any?

[@christip20]

Sierra is a force to behold, she sure loves Mor-Mor and it’s so sweet! That was so special when she said she was “Excited, like me”! What special parents you two are…..

[@John-B69692]

Kaza, your emotions coming out is a perfectly normal release mechanism after a stressful passage. Beating to windward is sooo stressful and uncomfortable.. This release makes you feel better quicker... Just let it out... Brian, you are a friggin rock. All of you guys are awesome. Hope you can hang out somewhere nice for a while.

[@user-zj4lg3pd9u]

its sad to hear ur having bad, feel bad. ir's a downer.

[@manicmatt7773]

Thank you for openly sharing the hard times....human.

[@m.k.7179]

Everyone needs a break sometimes. You just do no matter who you are or what you do.

You are an inspiration to many (me included), glad you could work through that funk. After every storm comes the calm. Big hugs from Montauk

[@CapDave720]

Gee, it's almost as if you need.......a catamaran! That said, swell on the beam on a cat is no problem, but chop on the beam can get twitchy on a light one.

[@katiearthofer9544]

Mormor's "Now I can come home to you" made me cry

[@OGHumorBot]

Always a joy to see Mormor joining the crew! I’m sure both she and Sierra are happy to see each other in person instead of having to video chat

[@rickhunt4487]

That's so Awesome that Mor-Mor comes to visit with yall ! True Blessing ❤ an thnx for tha video roll of visit,s from tha past ! Love yalls video,s ! Stay Safe an Happy Sails 😊😊😊

[@adrianchristopher5867]

Hey. Pity the AG1 doesn't sort out the rolly boat feeling. I could recommend some Ashwaganda. ;-) Cool Island.

[@DYoung-vt8pq]

So glad that MorMor came to help you out of your funk! She and Sierra are so happy together. Safe travels ❤

[@keykeypr8292]

God bless Mormor for her energy keeping up with Sierra. Keeping up with a child that age is no easy task, especially as you get a bit older.

[@HazelHammond1505]

so excited that Mormor came for a visit. I was missing her. The blue heart under the pillow awww.

[@ianadriaanse8705]

Love the Delos family so much you rock thanks for sharing with me your sailing adventure greetings from South Africa God bless.

[@Computadorasparatodos]

You guys are amazing!

[@worsy3440]

Just finished my first year of full time cruising and rolly anchorages has to be the one of the worst parts of the lifestyle but haven't hit bugs yet.

[@davidalexander4043]

years past it was a peanut. Brian you have a great family great travels

[@jaxmaria]

Everyone has bad days.. no matter if you live on land or on a boat..family is Everything ❤

[@tofuComputer]

I'm just loving the family focus of your show now! And Sierra is the cutest of all cutest in the entire universe! 🙂

[@SherryBaby2003]

I would love to come and cheer you all up🤍 we have a tiny little sailboat down in Annapolis Maryland and we live not far from there in an RV!! My husband had an amazing opportunity to captain a huge sailboat in the BVI‘s for a week and that was the trip of a lifetime!! Would love to spend a period of time cruising someday!! I’m sure you’re enjoying being on land for a little bit to pick up your mom!! I pray that you all will have less rolling and more relaxation in the days ahead🤗

[@iSamuelsArt]

You guys should watch 'My Octopus Teacher'

[@davidgerard2471]

Kazz having your mum along is great enjoy !

[@vanessavandervalk1084]

Oh! and I wanted to mention that the music you play for each video is fantastic!!

[@simonpritchard6074]

Glad it ended happy, every cloud has a silver lining!..Fab happy film😊