Enjoyed this update and Maya’s chat at the end. In 1978 I took the EST training in Miami. One of the tenets of the training was the slogan, “Be here now”. If you are constantly living in anticipation of what comes next you deprive yourself of the joy of the present. I think that was Maya’s message and it’s a good one.
It was a good closing chat. Be here now is still being taught at my company today, along with broken squares. All styles get results, be aware of your filters, be curious….etc- all useful principles if we would only make headspace for them.
Interesting that you mentioned EST as I was recently talking to a close friend of mine about it as we too took EST back in the 70s. It had an remarkably positive impact so I decided to see if EST is still around and it turns out it is! Glad to see it is still a successful program.
Ah, the resilience of youth! You two have adjusted to each task remarkably well and I'm confident that you will succeed in those tasks. Thanks so much for taking us on the journey.
Your voice is so soothing. I like how you explain things in a calm voice. Sometimes I can get bored with different video’s, so I quit watching them. Not your channel. Thanks for the video!!
You just caught the essentials of life - something that many much older people never manage to do. It simply isn´t the things you possess or the money you earn that turn life into something special. The personalities of both of you are at least as much reason for me to watch your channel as is the meticulous boat work or the obvious love put into making your videos. And the special mood that always hovers in those clips.
I really enjoyed this catch up video. The editing was lovely, I enjoyed the mix of fun outing, boat work, and thoughts about happiness. And my favorite thing about all your videos; moments of beauty and a feeling of calm.
The two of you are very wise and very special. I LOVE watching you, whether you're traveling or working. Thanks for a great channel. Blessings from Cape Town.💝
“Project we weren’t expecting to take on” 😂🤣. You’re the only ones. The rest of us are all completely aware and expecting to tune in to see what massive amount of work you guys are going to get yourselves into this week. Cheers and thanks though as I thoroughly enjoy watching it and learning so much as you squeeze every ounce of projects possible from each square inch of wood. Love it! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Eastern Black Swallowtail Fifth Instar Caterpillar When a fourth instar caterpillar molts to fifth instar, it loses its dark coloratino and is a green and black striped caterpillar with orange dots against the black stripes.
That is not found in Europe. This looks like a European Swallowtail larva. Interesting that they are only found in fenland reedbeds in the UK but have a much wider habitat range in Continental Europe
She is such a pretty boat! Good choice about the teak. It was nice to be able to weigh in on the decision on the Patreon forum. I always appreciate the scenes of exploring and living in the areas you visit. Awesome community garden! Very mature reflections on where you are in your life. It is interesting - as a TH-camr your job is living your life and sharing it (so beautifully). I'm so happy to hear how real and satisfying it is for you.
Dear Sailing Magic Carpet couple. 👍👌👏 I was soooo glad to hear what Maya said at the end of this video. For me it was actually obvious already because it can be seen respectively recognised in each and every one of your great videos. Especially in the way how you to manage difficulties together. As I already mentioned often before: You two are totally complementing each other in so many ways. Congrats for having such a special and loving relationship! Also for having all the wisdom you two already have. You are really great role models. Thanks for having us with you on your journey. Here are 2 💚💚 4U. Best regards, luck and health. Post Scriptum: Unfortunately we kind of missed us again. Limburg a.d. Lahn is not so far away from where I live now (only about 25 kilometres = a 20 minutes drive). Sigh! Last time I missed the even bigger opportunity to meet and invite you two as you had been in Koblenz near my town of birth (only a 7 minute drive away). I will never forgive me that I misinterpreted your new/changed route plans (actually it should've been through Belgium). But at least this time I had absolutely no clue about Limburg. P.P.S.: I would love to donate some real = not artificial Sandalwood writing paper with matching envelopes (light creme- brown colour) and other writing equipment. Shipping costs to North America and even Suisse are extremely expensive (outside EU). Is it possible to send a package to an address in the Netherlands? Thanks in advance for answering.
Well, I'm sorry that you have to rip up the teak decking, but I also understand why you feel you need to do it - and I agree that your decision is the right path forward. The boat deserves it, as do future owners as well as yourselves. Enjoy your time in Europe and get out and about as much as you can while getting Magic Carpet I back in the water as soon as possible. I've been watching your channel for several years now, and I have faith in Aladino's ability to do a good job and your ability to provide the background rhythm for him to do it against. Please feel free to play your violin more often! I enjoy the kind of music you create very much. 😀
Your end-note, Maya, is so comforting. I am not young, but to hear you understanding the most important lessons of life at such a young age, is just happy-making! En-JOY-ing the moment is the main building block for tomorrow. All through your videos you both extract the good from the bad of boat-work. I think that you have earned whatever security the subscriber base of TH-cam may bring! Thank you for the attention to detail, and the mindfulness of the aesthetic of living! Some more music...?
You are wise beyond your years, with your approach to life. It has taken me a lifetime , and more than a little help along the way, to come to the conclusions that you have embraced of the simple things in life in the present moment. Congratulations, and may you continue to enjoy the spectacular life you have built for each other. I love your boat refit and journey videos, you are a talented film maker, but I thought it was important to comment on this particular episode, with your thoughtful message.
Such a nice video once again! Whatever you choose to share with us, either a more boat themed video or a little more about your daily lives, you always do it in a tasteful and captivating way!
Maya, your message at the end of this video is a tonic, a path through the challenges of the pandemic and life, generally. As for Magic Carpet (I), Alandino and you approach boat ownership as stewardship, a responsibility. I hope the next owner understands that concept even to half the degree you two do. The care you have applied to this vessel is wonderful. When one considers that Alandino rescued this vessel from destruction, words come short. Thank you both for your care and modeling a good life. Health and peace, Sockeye
Welcome back to the Netherlands! So good to see that you’re also enjoying to be back! Nice reflection of life at the end of the video! Keep up the good spirit!
Have you ever thought of putting clothes, sheets, etc. in large plastic vacuum packeted bags? These have worked for us over the years. Enjoying the channel. Tks for sharing.
So happy I picked your channel to follow. You both demonstrate so many good qualities for living life. Thank you and wishing you much success with your new project!
Well said and thank you. The little things in life can influence your reaction to the big things. Just what I needed to hear today to remind me of this as I make a cup of tea. I hope things go smoothly for you (it's a boat refit so I say this - based on experience - with a grin). Your progress will be interesting to watch. Thanks for sharing! Cheers from a 🇨🇦 currently onboard in 🇧🇸
Nicely put. It’s good to get to that place where you’re enjoying the current situation, even if it’s daunting in a way. I spend a lot of time in my workshop, where setbacks are common. When they occur, I find myself asking “Is there any place I’d rather be?”
I really enjoyed this video. Not only does it put your work into context for me, it also expresses a stance toward experience and existence that I share. Thank you.
Thank you for your warm honesty about the fulfilment and joy of day to day pleasures. My husband, a champion of being ‘here now’, wrote a bubbly song for one of his musicals with this chorus lyric-“the party is the process of getting the job done!” Happy days to you both.
I think removing the teak is the right decision for the boat and I salute you for doing the right thing for it vs taking the easy way out and letting the next owner deal with it. It will be fun to watch the rest of your European boat work along with any fun side trips.
Sorry but I do disagree. The boat is 45 y.o. Any potential buyer expecting an "as new" boat is a fool. Any average buyer in his right mind, does not expect it to be in tip top shape and will not pay a premium for a such an old boat. As long as it looks good, he/she will buy it happily. Our kids here are wasting time and money. Sorry to be the party pooper here.
@@marcryvon I agree. What if Aladino & Maya let the new owner decide wether to renew with the oroginally used teak, new teak or similar or just a GRP deck.I don´t think it will pay off to refit the deck.
As much as I enjoy watching the two of you work on boats, It was nice to see you doing other things together. I have never thought that you did not enjoy what you were doing, your love for the tasks comes through on the video's just fine. There is much joy in doing a job well and that shines through with both of you. Who ever ends up with Magic Carpet 1 will have a boat that will not only have a great history, but many years of making new memories for it's new owner, that is something to be proud of. As always I enjoy seeing the two of you take on each phase of your refits and I have learned quite a bit about taking care of classis boats from you series. Thank you for sharing your adventure with all of us, we enjoy them more than you know.
When I would help new boat owners get started in their adventures of owning a boat. First day was a airless sprayer and a couple gallons of Distilled white vinegar and scrubbers. All smells were gone the next day. After getting further through the video. I can say I have done what they are in the middle of doing. I have worked with hundreds a new owners of boats back in my younger days. So for those watching this, and contemplating getting a boat. Specially one that needs extra love because of the lack of it before they themselves got the boat. Also this advice is SO much more important for the weekend warriors on the boats as well. Plan your work carefully and in this order as much as possible. If you have two days a week to be on the boat. Day one ALWAYS play on the boat. If you can go sailing or even just cruise the harbor DO IT. Day two, work on the boat, an seal it as well as it can be. Will this always happen. No but make it happen as much as possible, but it will not always. So why the play then work. The people I had helped in their early boating life, and followed my simple rules. The enjoyed many many years with their boats. An the boat never became the proverbial hole in the water that you just poured money into. The first day play, this gives you the motivation, the desire to return week after week after week. You learn that the carrot is there and enjoy it. And that whip behind you driving you into miserable weekend after weekend never develops. You are now into a cycle of reward and then work towards next weeks reward that YOU KNOW is there. Also, if you apply paint on day one, you are not going anywhere on day two. Last thing, be brutal honest on timelines and bite size projects. An for god sake keep the first ones small at first. Once you have experience with them. The next ones and bigger ones not only loose their teeth. but you will get through them faster and faster. So keep it to one or two projects at a time. You will gain pride and accomplishment as you start ONE project, and finish one project. even if it is just for a temporary fix. just start it and complete it. I promise you will start knowing that you are the boat and the boat is you. These two youngsters already know the end of the tunnel, I can see it in their eyes. They know what it takes, and they can already feel the end result of it. I can go on and on. but for your sake I wont. Go and enjoy your boat, do not be a slave to your boat.
@@larrimos Thank you. Well back then I had a unique view to boats. When I started working on boats, I was 12 on my families Tollycraft and Chriscraft. Made a lot of mistakes, and fixed more than I made :) I was working on other people boats by 13. Started out Sanding and Varnishing with painting in there as well. Moved up to resealing windows and what not. By 15 I was hauling boats out, doing planking and all kinds of other repairs. Living down around the boat yards. I got to know so many boat wrights and I learned from them. Plus I observed and researched materials. One of my first customers on redoing windows, He was a pill. I gave him my estimate to do the job. He came back and said I was charging to much, and wanted to use product that was to expensive. Asked me to give a better price and use cheaper stuff. I said no, and he hired a guy that did it for 75.00$ less. Three months later he asked me if I could do it my way? The other guy's stuff was already leaking. I told him I can, but it was going to cost more, because now I was not removing old material that was falling out. Now it was much harder to clean up the seams. He balked at me but agreed. 15 years later, on a visit back to California visiting old haunts. He seen and recognized me. He told me that I had been the best money he had spent. The windows still did not leak. In fact his boat was the poster child of never sell any boat short. It was in marvelous condition. My High School graduation gift was a 1926 25ft Sloop built in Sweden. The next 4 years I had refastened and rehabbed the boat. All the while putting 4000+ miles per year sailing on her.When people asked about my skills, I showed her to them.
@@merldewitt1969 great story . Have you seen exactly what this man had to do to this boat when he first got her ? She was literally broken after being dropped from a lift. I tell you these two youngsters like you really know a real lot about boats . If you have seen it then apologies for boring you possibly it if not check it out .
@@sailingyoumeandjosapea6770 No I had not, I am still new to their channel. I did get to replace a transom on a old wood Islander 24 in err I think 1986. Been so long now. I did it in three layers of 1/4 inch Mahogany. Somehow the rot had NOT gotten into the planking. but the transom was about 80% gone. Knew then that red lead paint between structural members was something that did work. oh I used West Systems to seal and glue the layers together, along with Micro Fibers filler for absolute gap filling.
A lot of wisdom contained in your closing thoughts, Maya. The "problem" I have with replacing the teak decks with fiberglass on a Vindo is that it simply doesn't feel right. Glass/epoxy, especially with treadmaster is 'better" in almost every way, but art is increasingly rare these days. When i did the glued teak deck on Mariposa nearly 40 years ago I sprung the planks and held them down with small boat nails through little plywood squares. When I pulled them up there were tiny holes that I intended to fill with epoxy. Just didn't look right, so I drilled the deck to a layout pattern and installed plugs after fully saturating the holes. After 40 years outside in the weather there wasn't a single plug failure. Part of the success of the deck and bulwark attachment was the fact that I used thick outer and inner covering planks so that the flexible join between the bulwarks and deck and also between the cabin sides and deck never stands in water. Luck and logic--- certainly not something I'd seen others do. The other key trick is to thoroughly scrub the teak glue surfaces with MEK to remove the oil in the wood. before gluing. Given the thickness and quality of teak on Magic Carpet I, I wonder if doing something similar on the cabin top/deck joint might be a solution. I looks like there might be another 30 years of life in your teak decks once they were refastened and recaulked.
Dear Maya and Aladino, you are both impressive with your projects and energy. Thank you also Maya for sharing your insights with regards to the small bits and pieces of life that make the overall picture! I fully agree, seeing the small details and enjoying them is very important. The beauty in a boat, nature, music, people you meet or the wonderful taste of good food, it all makes life so good! Now to your deck project. Until last spring I owned a Vindö 40 (had it for 13 years). I did a lot of work on it over the years. Being very fond of these old boats, I do hope that you will manage to keep the old deck. I think it is an important part of the Vindö profile and identity. If possible. If it’s too thin there’s not much one can do but to tear it off. On my Vindö, the teak deck was original but in fairly good condition, given it’s age (roughly 10 mm thick). I had the problems that you refer to, namely water travelling under the deck and being sucked into the sides of the cabin top. I did however never tear off the entire deck. I removed the wide planks closest to the cabin top, had everything dry out over winter, and after varnishing the cabin top in the spring I then carefully used a special glue alongside the entire cabin top (on the glass fibre deck) & around every screw hole. Then I remounted the planks. By doing so water was prevented to travel from under the deck and to be sucked up by the mahogany cabin top. This is of course a less ambitious approach than the one you are aiming for (if you save the old deck and glue it), but it worked very well, at least it saved the cabin top. But as you point out, on a deck that old, water is almost certainly getting in somewhere anyway. So the ambitious approach you have should be even better than mine. I wish you the best of luck with the deck and again, I hope you will be able to keep the teak deck!
I am seriously looking forward to seeing this repair/refit! You guys have taught me so much already and I very much appreciate it and thank you for it! With love from Phil and Marina!
I just stumbled across your channel, I have to say I love the videos so far! It is truly something special sharing a project like this with your partner. Wish you both the best and happy sailing!
You both have a wonderful philosophical outlook on life..Balance is so important...Minus 25 to 30 degrees here in Easter Canada so I'd love to be in Fresland.sans mold and replacing decks....
A dehumidifier or small heater will reduce relative humidity in a closed space. The cost of such a small expenditure of electrical energy compared to decontamination is miniscule.
I bought the smallest one online. Drilled a small hole in it's one cup humidity collector, and set it in the sink to drain overboard. Keeps all the windows and wood molding dry with no mold, and the varnished woodwork nice.
Great insight into what makes people happy. Being sailors/adventurers/travelers in our back yard in Canada we are grateful for what I call simple pleasures a nice meal, nice wine, a long soak in the tub, a fire on a beach and the list goes on. Thankyou for reminding everyone during these difficult times what to appreciate.
You guys are so inspiring. All the work you put. The precision that you hold yourselves to. Amazing, absolutely amazing. Thanks so much for the videos.
Such a wisdom! I can assure that not everybody knows that there's a lot of happiness in small, daily things and events. Those things are sources of thankfulness, of looking to the world in wonder as a child, of resilience in meeting challenges (also known as opportunities). Love your channel, your projects, your stories!
I can't wait to see this project play out...I hope you can reuse all the teak you have there. Thank you for being inspirational and informative human beings to those of us striving for our own horizon.
Oh, I am so glad that I (selfishly) will have the pleasure to watch more boat work videos. I could watch videos of you two work on anything and enjoy every minute!!
Thank you, that closing talk was very inspirational, you took the words out of my mouth. I'm trying to lead a life like that. All the best with the restauration of your boats!
Great to see you home again, maybe Magic Carpet 1 was grumpy because you found a new love, so she gave you a present of mould. Love seeing you back in the Netherlands.
Thank you both very much. And Maya, your prose always seem to move me. Your last bit at the end helped me compose a letter , I never could have expressed ,to a woman I love . Thank you 🙏
Hey you two, today my old veteran friend we pulled out a bottle of the good stuff and watched and enjoyed. He said in your whole life what was the greatest the birth of my children, an old Sophia Loren movie (i am hopelessly in love with her and always will be. In my later days you 2 people, never forget be honest we love you so much both of you.
Good luck with the deck. I have refurbished a foam sandwick deck without teak on an Arpege and think there will be more work than you anticipate. I'm sure Aladino will prevail. Wise words about "living in the present" and not rushing off to the next horizon. I Really enjoy sharing your journey.
"We're happy right now." That's all you can ask for. Your boat is beautiful, and yes, teak decks, while beautiful, sure have their own maintenance problems. Enjoyed your video!
So glad you have found a hobby that you enjoy so much. Boat work doesn't have to be a chore if you put your heart into it. Great words of wisdom from Maya wrapping up this video! Impressive that the teak deck lasted as long as it did and good choice to address it before damage is done to the rest of the boat. If you are able to reuse the teak the the look will be fantastic. On the other hand, teak on the deck is a big sponge that holds water against the deck and deck house. I have seen many non-skid decks that look great and the simple white really brings out the bright work of the mahogany deck house. If you go down the non-skid path, what you loose on the look of the teak deck, you make back on the eye popping wow factor of the varnished mahogany deck house. Which ever path you choose, I am sure it will look great and I'm looking forward to seeing what you create.
I think that what makes all this work that you are doing worth while, is that you both know in the long run this is the right thing to do in order to maintain the value of your major assets. Good on you two!!
You two are so centered in life. I started watching when Maya worked with her father fixing up that “free” sailboat. You two are perfect for one another, just keep learning, adventuring, and turning to one another, to your music and craft (and God) in times of trouble . What a beautiful life.
The two of you are a wonderful example of people taking advantage of what is before you that needs attention. But more significantly is the union of a "right brained" individual with a "left brain" individual and seeing them work in harmony, respect and love that is not just skin deep! Someday I hope you write a book sharing your adventures with wisdom starting with childhood. Cheers!
You guys enjoy simple things, and after all you are not only a couple, your also taking this all on to live a life together sailing, learning and improving your skills. I think of being the ship Wright 🚢 and and documentarian and classical musician talents you share and simply, I just thank you both so very much for including us all in your epic journeys. 😀
Your final sentence struck home for me. I've been meditating for several years now, and one of the biggest things I've realized it's that our society has this pressure to constantly look for our next "thing" that will create happiness. To look for happiness everywhere but within, and to think of it as a goal ahead of us instead of stopping to take inventory of our lives and recognize when we are actually content. For me, being content is far more valuable than being happy, because being content means that I'm seeing myself in the current moment and realizing that I've got everything I need. That I don't have to keep looking *ahead* for my happiness, but can find it right here in the present moment. Being content is about being fully present, and having gratitude for where you are right now and what you've got. I'm so happy for you that you are content with your life! I honestly think that's better than just being happy, which is always a fleeting, conditional thing. Enjoy your adventure with Magic Carpet 1. I'm sure you'll come up with a great solution for your deck. In the meantime, Savour each other and the process you're undergoing together. 😉💕
Whoever becomes the next owner of Magic Carpet is very fortunate to have the two of you putting in so much love and attention. If only that lucky person could be me. Maybe, just maybe.
I admire your determination to do this the best way. It would be so easy for to gloss over the problem and leave it for the next owner. Because you work with integrity the next owner will be getting a real gem.
I am sure that your choices will work out really well. Thanks for sharing your decision making progress. Looking forward to 1 to 2 years of boat DIY, great music, humour and philosophy of life all mixed in together. Go for it! Thanks for sharing Mike
Couldn't agree more with you decision.Good Boats were built the best they could when they were built. These builders had people saying to them 'that's not the way we did it in my day'... bal bal. We used to call fiberglass boats frozen snot boats, now they a 'composites' . So many project on TH-cam can only show 20 minutes of work and not days so decesion making before hand , hence the quick fire comments that can be so hurtful to some! As the lovely song said "Go you own way" Cheers Warren
I had my teakdeck renewed 7years ago on my Forgus31. Now it’s vacuum glued, no leaks and no worries! It’s the optimal deck! Warm when it’s cold and cold when it’s warm combined with good grip and looks! I just hope the violin is a part of your slowliving lifestyle though…
Thanx so much for you’re beautiful positivity working constructively always gives me inspiration when I can look forward to feeling the joy of having the finished article enhancing my love of life , I wish you well and am hoping to see you through til you’re back on the water ! 😊🌈💫🕷🕸
Simply a great video. You are both inspiring individuals. I love your approach to what may seem like a big problem, and making it a positive experience. Something we can all learn from. Keep up the great work. Thanks as always
Hello Maja and Aladino. I owned an Allegro 27, a Swedish double-ended Koster that is very similar in size and age to Magic Carpet. These boats were almost exclusively DIY boats but mine had the interior and cabin top fitted by the Vindö yard. To my knowledge they only built two of these. If you are interested, I have some pictures of the boat so you can see what MC may look like without a teak deck.
You both enjoy boat work (sometimes more than other times) and have a great feel for the "look of a boat" I am certain that you will continue to enjoy your life less ordinary, and do a great job on both boats. Thanks for taking us along.
We boat owners know that if you have a boat, there will be boat work. The joy of boat work is the learning experience of planning and doing it. I'm up to about 19 months (over the last four years) of working alone on a 35-foot steel cutter-rig I rescued after over 20 years abandoned in a yard in rural Ontario. Every minute spent with the boat is enjoyed, if sometimes in retrospect only...
What a pain you had to deal with the mould, good call to do the tiek decks better re sale value when you are finished with both boats loved the update, its winter in holland and a bit cold makes working on the boat a little easier rather then working in hot weather look forward to the next update hopefully no road blocks or hurdles
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Enjoyed this update and Maya’s chat at the end. In 1978 I took the EST training in Miami. One of the tenets of the training was the slogan, “Be here now”. If you are constantly living in anticipation of what comes next you deprive yourself of the joy of the present. I think that was Maya’s message and it’s a good one.
So true!
The reality is, we have no guarantee of a tomorrow or even a next heart beat.
It was a good closing chat. Be here now is still being taught at my company today, along with broken squares. All styles get results, be aware of your filters, be curious….etc- all useful principles if we would only make headspace for them.
What a beautiful video, perfect use of music and loving your closing ethos. Thank you for the reminder … it truly is all about the little things x
Interesting that you mentioned EST as I was recently talking to a close friend of mine about it as we too took EST back in the 70s. It had an remarkably positive impact so I decided to see if EST is still around and it turns out it is! Glad to see it is still a successful program.
Ah, the resilience of youth! You two have adjusted to each task remarkably well and I'm confident that you will succeed in those tasks. Thanks so much for taking us on the journey.
Your voice is so soothing. I like how you explain things in a calm voice. Sometimes I can get bored with different video’s, so I quit watching them. Not your channel. Thanks for the video!!
That’s a tiger anise swallowtail caterpillar😀 I used to raise them with my students!
You just caught the essentials of life - something that many much older people never manage to do. It simply isn´t the things you possess or the money you earn that turn life into something special. The personalities of both of you are at least as much reason for me to watch your channel as is the meticulous boat work or the obvious love put into making your videos. And the special mood that always hovers in those clips.
Again, vert uplifting!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Maya - Wise Words and Sage Advice. All the best.
I really enjoyed this catch up video. The editing was lovely, I enjoyed the mix of fun outing, boat work, and thoughts about happiness. And my favorite thing about all your videos; moments of beauty and a feeling of calm.
The two of you are very wise and very special. I LOVE watching you, whether you're traveling or working. Thanks for a great channel. Blessings from Cape Town.💝
More blessings from Cape Town.
“Project we weren’t expecting to take on” 😂🤣. You’re the only ones. The rest of us are all completely aware and expecting to tune in to see what massive amount of work you guys are going to get yourselves into this week. Cheers and thanks though as I thoroughly enjoy watching it and learning so much as you squeeze every ounce of projects possible from each square inch of wood. Love it! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
“We don’t know if we’re going to do the more expensive and time consuming option” 😂🤣 I know!
Eastern Black Swallowtail Fifth Instar Caterpillar
When a fourth instar caterpillar molts to fifth instar, it loses its dark coloratino and is a green and black striped caterpillar with orange dots against the black stripes.
Guessing that's the US variety you're meaning. Interesting to know you can get swallowtails over there too.
That is not found in Europe. This looks like a European Swallowtail larva. Interesting that they are only found in fenland reedbeds in the UK but have a much wider habitat range in Continental Europe
She is such a pretty boat! Good choice about the teak. It was nice to be able to weigh in on the decision on the Patreon forum. I always appreciate the scenes of exploring and living in the areas you visit. Awesome community garden! Very mature reflections on where you are in your life. It is interesting - as a TH-camr your job is living your life and sharing it (so beautifully). I'm so happy to hear how real and satisfying it is for you.
Dear Sailing Magic Carpet couple.
👍👌👏 I was soooo glad to hear what Maya said at the end of this video. For me it was actually obvious already because it can be seen respectively recognised in each and every one of your great videos. Especially in the way how you to manage difficulties together. As I already mentioned often before: You two are totally complementing each other in so many ways. Congrats for having such a special and loving relationship! Also for having all the wisdom you two already have. You are really great role models.
Thanks for having us with you on your journey. Here are 2 💚💚 4U.
Best regards, luck and health.
Post Scriptum: Unfortunately we kind of missed us again. Limburg a.d. Lahn is not so far away from where I live now (only about 25 kilometres = a 20 minutes drive). Sigh! Last time I missed the even bigger opportunity to meet and invite you two as you had been in Koblenz near my town of birth (only a 7 minute drive away). I will never forgive me that I misinterpreted your new/changed route plans (actually it should've been through Belgium). But at least this time I had absolutely no clue about Limburg.
P.P.S.: I would love to donate some real = not artificial Sandalwood writing paper with matching envelopes (light creme- brown colour) and other writing equipment. Shipping costs to North America and even Suisse are extremely expensive (outside EU). Is it possible to send a package to an address in the Netherlands? Thanks in advance for answering.
Understood a lot about happines in Life ... Great video ... See you soon! Ciao e grazie ancora!
Maya is looking 👌 these days. Your channel makes me smile. 😃
Well, I'm sorry that you have to rip up the teak decking, but I also understand why you feel you need to do it - and I agree that your decision is the right path forward. The boat deserves it, as do future owners as well as yourselves. Enjoy your time in Europe and get out and about as much as you can while getting Magic Carpet I back in the water as soon as possible. I've been watching your channel for several years now, and I have faith in Aladino's ability to do a good job and your ability to provide the background rhythm for him to do it against. Please feel free to play your violin more often! I enjoy the kind of music you create very much. 😀
Your end-note, Maya, is so comforting. I am not young, but to hear you understanding the most important lessons of life at such a young age, is just happy-making! En-JOY-ing the moment is the main building block for tomorrow. All through your videos you both extract the good from the bad of boat-work. I think that you have earned whatever security the subscriber base of TH-cam may bring! Thank you for the attention to detail, and the mindfulness of the aesthetic of living! Some more music...?
You are wise beyond your years, with your approach to life. It has taken me a lifetime , and more than a little help along the way, to come to the conclusions that you have embraced of the simple things in life in the present moment. Congratulations, and may you continue to enjoy the spectacular life you have built for each other.
I love your boat refit and journey videos, you are a talented film maker, but I thought it was important to comment on this particular episode, with your thoughtful message.
Such a nice video once again! Whatever you choose to share with us, either a more boat themed video or a little more about your daily lives, you always do it in a tasteful and captivating way!
Maya, your message at the end of this video is a tonic, a path through the challenges of the pandemic and life, generally.
As for Magic Carpet (I), Alandino and you approach boat ownership as stewardship, a responsibility. I hope the next owner understands that concept even to half the degree you two do. The care you have applied to this vessel is wonderful. When one considers that Alandino rescued this vessel from destruction, words come short. Thank you both for your care and modeling a good life. Health and peace, Sockeye
You didn't mention the enjoyment of viewing a sailing channel that exudes pure excellence.
Welcome back to the Netherlands! So good to see that you’re also enjoying to be back! Nice reflection of life at the end of the video! Keep up the good spirit!
Your discussion at the end of the video resinated with me and I thank you. Your videos a joy to watch!
And the most important thing is, that you are doing it all together.
Maya, you are a mesmerizing story teller AND you play the violin exquisitely, AND you married the incomparable Aladino. Thank you for all you give us.
Have you ever thought of putting clothes, sheets, etc. in large plastic vacuum packeted bags? These have worked for us over the years. Enjoying the channel. Tks for sharing.
So happy I picked your channel to follow. You both demonstrate so many good qualities for living life. Thank you and wishing you much success with your new project!
Always uplifting, positive and artistic. That’s what I love about your videos and your channel.
Thank you for sharing your message at the end. It’s a great reminder!
Well said and thank you.
The little things in life can influence your reaction to the big things. Just what I needed to hear today to remind me of this as I make a cup of tea.
I hope things go smoothly for you (it's a boat refit so I say this - based on experience - with a grin). Your progress will be interesting to watch. Thanks for sharing! Cheers from a 🇨🇦 currently onboard in 🇧🇸
You are fabulous!
Nicely put. It’s good to get to that place where you’re enjoying the current situation, even if it’s daunting in a way. I spend a lot of time in my workshop, where setbacks are common. When they occur, I find myself asking “Is there any place I’d rather be?”
I really enjoyed this video. Not only does it put your work into context for me, it also expresses a stance toward experience and existence that I share. Thank you.
Being grateful for all the little things is a gift that you two have reminded me of. Thank you both
So happy you’re back on the vendo.
Thank you for your warm honesty about the fulfilment and joy of day to day pleasures. My husband, a champion of being ‘here now’, wrote a bubbly song for one of his musicals with this chorus lyric-“the party is the process of getting the job done!” Happy days to you both.
I was super pleased to hear the save the teak, it will really help with the visual appeal of the boat that you and the next owner will be proud of.
I think removing the teak is the right decision for the boat and I salute you for doing the right thing for it vs taking the easy way out and letting the next owner deal with it. It will be fun to watch the rest of your European boat work along with any fun side trips.
Sorry but I do disagree. The boat is 45 y.o. Any potential buyer expecting an "as new" boat is a fool. Any average buyer in his right mind, does not expect it to be in tip top shape and will not pay a premium for a such an old boat. As long as it looks good, he/she will buy it happily. Our kids here are wasting time and money. Sorry to be the party pooper here.
@@marcryvon I agree. What if Aladino & Maya let the new owner decide wether to renew with the oroginally used teak, new teak or similar or just a GRP deck.I don´t think it will pay off to refit the deck.
As much as I enjoy watching the two of you work on boats, It was nice to see you doing other things together. I have never thought that you did not enjoy what you were doing, your love for the tasks comes through on the video's just fine. There is much joy in doing a job well and that shines through with both of you. Who ever ends up with Magic Carpet 1 will have a boat that will not only have a great history, but many years of making new memories for it's new owner, that is something to be proud of. As always I enjoy seeing the two of you take on each phase of your refits and I have learned quite a bit about taking care of classis boats from you series. Thank you for sharing your adventure with all of us, we enjoy them more than you know.
When I would help new boat owners get started in their adventures of owning a boat. First day was a airless sprayer and a couple gallons of Distilled white vinegar and scrubbers. All smells were gone the next day. After getting further through the video. I can say I have done what they are in the middle of doing. I have worked with hundreds a new owners of boats back in my younger days. So for those watching this, and contemplating getting a boat. Specially one that needs extra love because of the lack of it before they themselves got the boat. Also this advice is SO much more important for the weekend warriors on the boats as well. Plan your work carefully and in this order as much as possible. If you have two days a week to be on the boat. Day one ALWAYS play on the boat. If you can go sailing or even just cruise the harbor DO IT. Day two, work on the boat, an seal it as well as it can be. Will this always happen. No but make it happen as much as possible, but it will not always.
So why the play then work. The people I had helped in their early boating life, and followed my simple rules. The enjoyed many many years with their boats. An the boat never became the proverbial hole in the water that you just poured money into. The first day play, this gives you the motivation, the desire to return week after week after week. You learn that the carrot is there and enjoy it. And that whip behind you driving you into miserable weekend after weekend never develops. You are now into a cycle of reward and then work towards next weeks reward that YOU KNOW is there. Also, if you apply paint on day one, you are not going anywhere on day two.
Last thing, be brutal honest on timelines and bite size projects. An for god sake keep the first ones small at first. Once you have experience with them. The next ones and bigger ones not only loose their teeth. but you will get through them faster and faster. So keep it to one or two projects at a time. You will gain pride and accomplishment as you start ONE project, and finish one project. even if it is just for a temporary fix. just start it and complete it. I promise you will start knowing that you are the boat and the boat is you. These two youngsters already know the end of the tunnel, I can see it in their eyes. They know what it takes, and they can already feel the end result of it. I can go on and on. but for your sake I wont. Go and enjoy your boat, do not be a slave to your boat.
Well said. This post should be given to every first time boat owner or better yet posted in every pleasure boat.
@@larrimos Thank you. Well back then I had a unique view to boats. When I started working on boats, I was 12 on my families Tollycraft and Chriscraft. Made a lot of mistakes, and fixed more than I made :) I was working on other people boats by 13. Started out Sanding and Varnishing with painting in there as well. Moved up to resealing windows and what not. By 15 I was hauling boats out, doing planking and all kinds of other repairs. Living down around the boat yards. I got to know so many boat wrights and I learned from them. Plus I observed and researched materials. One of my first customers on redoing windows, He was a pill. I gave him my estimate to do the job. He came back and said I was charging to much, and wanted to use product that was to expensive. Asked me to give a better price and use cheaper stuff. I said no, and he hired a guy that did it for 75.00$ less. Three months later he asked me if I could do it my way? The other guy's stuff was already leaking. I told him I can, but it was going to cost more, because now I was not removing old material that was falling out. Now it was much harder to clean up the seams. He balked at me but agreed. 15 years later, on a visit back to California visiting old haunts. He seen and recognized me. He told me that I had been the best money he had spent. The windows still did not leak. In fact his boat was the poster child of never sell any boat short. It was in marvelous condition. My High School graduation gift was a 1926 25ft Sloop built in Sweden. The next 4 years I had refastened and rehabbed the boat. All the while putting 4000+ miles per year sailing on her.When people asked about my skills, I showed her to them.
Smart man✌️
@@merldewitt1969 great story . Have you seen exactly what this man had to do to this boat when he first got her ? She was literally broken after being dropped from a lift. I tell you these two youngsters like you really know a real lot about boats . If you have seen it then apologies for boring you possibly it if not check it out .
@@sailingyoumeandjosapea6770 No I had not, I am still new to their channel. I did get to replace a transom on a old wood Islander 24 in err I think 1986. Been so long now. I did it in three layers of 1/4 inch Mahogany. Somehow the rot had NOT gotten into the planking. but the transom was about 80% gone. Knew then that red lead paint between structural members was something that did work. oh I used West Systems to seal and glue the layers together, along with Micro Fibers filler for absolute gap filling.
A lot of wisdom contained in your closing thoughts, Maya.
The "problem" I have with replacing the teak decks with fiberglass on a Vindo is that it simply doesn't feel right. Glass/epoxy, especially with treadmaster is 'better" in almost every way, but art is increasingly rare these days.
When i did the glued teak deck on Mariposa nearly 40 years ago I sprung the planks and held them down with small boat nails through little plywood squares. When I pulled them up there were tiny holes that I intended to fill with epoxy. Just didn't look right, so I drilled the deck to a layout pattern and installed plugs after fully saturating the holes. After 40 years outside in the weather there wasn't a single plug failure. Part of the success of the deck and bulwark attachment was the fact that I used thick outer and inner covering planks so that the flexible join between the bulwarks and deck and also between the cabin sides and deck never stands in water. Luck and logic--- certainly not something I'd seen others do. The other key trick is to thoroughly scrub the teak glue surfaces with MEK to remove the oil in the wood. before gluing.
Given the thickness and quality of teak on Magic Carpet I, I wonder if doing something similar on the cabin top/deck joint might be a solution. I looks like there might be another 30 years of life in your teak decks once they were refastened and recaulked.
Dear Maya and Aladino, you are both impressive with your projects and energy. Thank you also Maya for sharing your insights with regards to the small bits and pieces of life that make the overall picture! I fully agree, seeing the small details and enjoying them is very important. The beauty in a boat, nature, music, people you meet or the wonderful taste of good food, it all makes life so good!
Now to your deck project. Until last spring I owned a Vindö 40 (had it for 13 years). I did a lot of work on it over the years. Being very fond of these old boats, I do hope that you will manage to keep the old deck. I think it is an important part of the Vindö profile and identity. If possible. If it’s too thin there’s not much one can do but to tear it off.
On my Vindö, the teak deck was original but in fairly good condition, given it’s age (roughly 10 mm thick). I had the problems that you refer to, namely water travelling under the deck and being sucked into the sides of the cabin top. I did however never tear off the entire deck. I removed the wide planks closest to the cabin top, had everything dry out over winter, and after varnishing the cabin top in the spring I then carefully used a special glue alongside the entire cabin top (on the glass fibre deck) & around every screw hole. Then I remounted the planks. By doing so water was prevented to travel from under the deck and to be sucked up by the mahogany cabin top. This is of course a less ambitious approach than the one you are aiming for (if you save the old deck and glue it), but it worked very well, at least it saved the cabin top. But as you point out, on a deck that old, water is almost certainly getting in somewhere anyway. So the ambitious approach you have should be even better than mine. I wish you the best of luck with the deck and again, I hope you will be able to keep the teak deck!
I am seriously looking forward to seeing this repair/refit! You guys have taught me so much already and I very much appreciate it and thank you for it! With love from Phil and Marina!
I just stumbled across your channel, I have to say I love the videos so far! It is truly something special sharing a project like this with your partner. Wish you both the best and happy sailing!
You both have a wonderful philosophical outlook on life..Balance is so important...Minus 25 to 30 degrees here in Easter Canada so I'd love to be in Fresland.sans mold and replacing decks....
Appreciate a real honest appraisal of Magic Carpet and your situation; not to mention those " moments of joy". I wish you well!
A dehumidifier or small heater will reduce relative humidity in a closed space. The cost of such a small expenditure of electrical energy compared to decontamination is miniscule.
I bought the smallest one online. Drilled a small hole in it's one cup humidity collector, and set it in the sink to drain overboard. Keeps all the windows and wood molding dry with no mold, and the varnished woodwork nice.
I stay in a 40 year travel trailer, in Fl. in the winter and it has gotten water in and I understand your problem.
Really related to Maya's chat around min 23.., thank you for the reminder and the perspective.
Great insight into what makes people happy. Being sailors/adventurers/travelers in our back yard in Canada we are grateful for what I call simple pleasures a nice meal, nice wine, a long soak in the tub, a fire on a beach and the list goes on. Thankyou for reminding everyone during these difficult times what to appreciate.
You guys are so inspiring. All the work you put. The precision that you hold yourselves to. Amazing, absolutely amazing. Thanks so much for the videos.
Two beautiful souls sharing life's pleasures and the world around them! Beautiful..................
Such a wisdom! I can assure that not everybody knows that there's a lot of happiness in small, daily things and events. Those things are sources of thankfulness, of looking to the world in wonder as a child, of resilience in meeting challenges (also known as opportunities). Love your channel, your projects, your stories!
You're on the right track!
You have life figured out, all the best.
JIM😍
I can't wait to see this project play out...I hope you can reuse all the teak you have there. Thank you for being inspirational and informative human beings to those of us striving for our own horizon.
Nice! We visited the community garden last spring when we were in the nearby mini harbor of Laaxum with our sailboat.
Oh, I am so glad that I (selfishly) will have the pleasure to watch more boat work videos. I could watch videos of you two work on anything and enjoy every minute!!
Thank you for your words and advice. These are holy words that every person should always remember. A big hug
Thank you, that closing talk was very inspirational, you took the words out of my mouth. I'm trying to lead a life like that. All the best with the restauration of your boats!
Great to see you home again, maybe Magic Carpet 1 was grumpy because you found a new love, so she gave you a present of mould. Love seeing you back in the Netherlands.
Thank you both very much. And Maya, your prose always seem to move me. Your last bit at the end helped me compose a letter , I never could have expressed ,to a woman I love . Thank you 🙏
Hey you two, today my old veteran friend we pulled out a bottle of the good stuff and watched and enjoyed. He said in your whole life what was the greatest the birth of my children, an old Sophia Loren movie (i am hopelessly in love with her and always will be. In my later days you 2 people, never forget be honest we love you so much both of you.
What is there to say, contentment is invaluable, so very enjoyable to watch.
Good luck with the deck. I have refurbished a foam sandwick deck without teak on an Arpege and think there will be more work than you anticipate. I'm sure Aladino will prevail. Wise words about "living in the present" and not rushing off to the next horizon. I Really enjoy sharing your journey.
Wonderful words of wisdom, life is to be enjoyed not endured, as the old saying goes slow and steady wins the race!!!
"We're happy right now." That's all you can ask for. Your boat is beautiful, and yes, teak decks, while beautiful, sure have their own maintenance problems. Enjoyed your video!
always a pleasure to share the experiences of two bright, capable , and articulate young folks. godspeed. JDR
So glad you have found a hobby that you enjoy so much. Boat work doesn't have to be a chore if you put your heart into it. Great words of wisdom from Maya wrapping up this video!
Impressive that the teak deck lasted as long as it did and good choice to address it before damage is done to the rest of the boat. If you are able to reuse the teak the the look will be fantastic. On the other hand, teak on the deck is a big sponge that holds water against the deck and deck house. I have seen many non-skid decks that look great and the simple white really brings out the bright work of the mahogany deck house. If you go down the non-skid path, what you loose on the look of the teak deck, you make back on the eye popping wow factor of the varnished mahogany deck house. Which ever path you choose, I am sure it will look great and I'm looking forward to seeing what you create.
I think that what makes all this work that you are doing worth while, is that you both know in the long run this is the right thing to do in order to maintain the value of your major assets. Good on you two!!
You two are so centered in life. I started watching when Maya worked with her father fixing up that “free” sailboat. You two are perfect for one another, just keep learning, adventuring, and turning to one another, to your music and craft (and God) in times of trouble . What a beautiful life.
Very nice episode. You have a good attitude. Thanks for sharing
Very interesting. Your a very good communicator, you choose your words carefully. Thanks for the update.
Love what you do. It's my Saturday fix!
I may have said it before, Maya I love your narrative, it's so relaxing! 👌
The two of you are a wonderful example of people taking advantage of what is before you that needs attention. But more significantly is the union of a "right brained" individual with a "left brain" individual and seeing them work in harmony, respect and love that is not just skin deep! Someday I hope you write a book sharing your adventures with wisdom starting with childhood. Cheers!
Love your videos. Thay are also educational. I am learning more abour renovating boats. Thank you. Take care, stay safe and God bless.
Tough decisions have been made. You always do the best for the boat.
You answered alot of questions in this video. Godspeed on the project.
You guys enjoy simple things, and after all you are not only a couple, your also taking this all on to live a life together sailing, learning and improving your skills. I think of being the ship Wright 🚢 and and documentarian and classical musician talents you share and simply, I just thank you both so very much for including us all in your epic journeys. 😀
Good on the two of you finding ways to drive around the bumps in the road en route to your destinations.
Your final sentence struck home for me. I've been meditating for several years now, and one of the biggest things I've realized it's that our society has this pressure to constantly look for our next "thing" that will create happiness. To look for happiness everywhere but within, and to think of it as a goal ahead of us instead of stopping to take inventory of our lives and recognize when we are actually content.
For me, being content is far more valuable than being happy, because being content means that I'm seeing myself in the current moment and realizing that I've got everything I need. That I don't have to keep looking *ahead* for my happiness, but can find it right here in the present moment. Being content is about being fully present, and having gratitude for where you are right now and what you've got. I'm so happy for you that you are content with your life! I honestly think that's better than just being happy, which is always a fleeting, conditional thing. Enjoy your adventure with Magic Carpet 1. I'm sure you'll come up with a great solution for your deck. In the meantime, Savour each other and the process you're undergoing together. 😉💕
You describes a new fairly big project for us. It will for shure give us, viewers, a lot of nice moments watching your progress! Really good luck!
Whoever becomes the next owner of Magic Carpet is very fortunate to have the two of you putting in so much love and attention. If only that lucky person could be me. Maybe, just maybe.
I admire your determination to do this the best way. It would be so easy for to gloss over the problem and leave it for the next owner.
Because you work with integrity the next owner will be getting a real gem.
You doing fine Magic Carpet
Most us just love as you are!
Cheers
I am sure that your choices will work out really well. Thanks for sharing your decision making progress. Looking forward to 1 to 2 years of boat DIY, great music, humour and philosophy of life all mixed in together. Go for it! Thanks for sharing Mike
Couldn't agree more with you decision.Good Boats were built the best they could when they were built. These builders had people saying to them 'that's not the way we did it in my day'... bal bal.
We used to call fiberglass boats frozen snot boats, now they a 'composites' .
So many project on TH-cam can only show 20 minutes of work and not days so decesion making before hand , hence the quick fire comments that can be so hurtful to some!
As the lovely song said
"Go you own way"
Cheers Warren
I had my teakdeck renewed 7years ago on my Forgus31. Now it’s vacuum glued, no leaks and no worries!
It’s the optimal deck! Warm when it’s cold and cold when it’s warm combined with good grip and looks!
I just hope the violin is a part of your slowliving lifestyle though…
You are a amazing story teller
Your work ethic is impressive! Looking forward to new adventures! 🧡
Thanx so much for you’re beautiful positivity working constructively always gives me inspiration when I can look forward to feeling the joy of having the finished article enhancing my love of life , I wish you well and am hoping to see you through til you’re back on the water ! 😊🌈💫🕷🕸
Good to see you're staying positive and enjoying the little things along the way!
Simply a great video. You are both inspiring individuals. I love your approach to what may seem like a big problem, and making it a positive experience. Something we can all learn from. Keep up the great work. Thanks as always
Hello Maja and Aladino. I owned an Allegro 27, a Swedish double-ended Koster that is very similar in size and age to Magic Carpet. These boats were almost exclusively DIY boats but mine had the interior and cabin top fitted by the Vindö yard. To my knowledge they only built two of these. If you are interested, I have some pictures of the boat so you can see what MC may look like without a teak deck.
You both enjoy boat work (sometimes more than other times) and have a great feel for the "look of a boat" I am certain that you will continue to enjoy your life less ordinary, and do a great job on both boats. Thanks for taking us along.
I am glad you are content. Too often we look for more which never makes us happy. :)
We boat owners know that if you have a boat, there will be boat work. The joy of boat work is the learning experience of planning and doing it. I'm up to about 19 months (over the last four years) of working alone on a 35-foot steel cutter-rig I rescued after over 20 years abandoned in a yard in rural Ontario. Every minute spent with the boat is enjoyed, if sometimes in retrospect only...
Wonderful plan and I agree with pulling up the deck and let's get her done..
Sheesh, major boat repairs on two continents! You guys have much stronger stomachs than I could ever dream of.
What a pain you had to deal with the mould, good call to do the tiek decks better re sale value when you are finished with both boats loved the update, its winter in holland and a bit cold makes working on the boat a little easier rather then working in hot weather look forward to the next update hopefully no road blocks or hurdles
Excellent. Cheers and good luck