Sorry for your loss, Steve. Losing a parent hits extremely hard. At least she got to see you fulfill your dream of sailing Arabella. She lives on in your spirit.
I tend to watch without commenting most of the time, but after shedding a tear (or several) for you all, I wanted to join the hundreds here offering their love, care and support. What you do here is very special, and it could never have been without the very special family making you what you are today. I'm glad we got to 'meet' your mother through this channel - even if not in person.
Lost my mom to cancer 14 years ago. You're never the same, but I can promise, it does get better. The memories of the joyful days will outshine the painful ones, in time. Sail on. ❤
My deepest condolences to you and your family, but I also want to thank you. I lost my father yesterday, and this video reminds me that the sun rises, life moves forward, and that as long as you remember your loved ones, they never truly leave.
You know, Steve, there you had me completely. Without realising it myself that over the years of watching you here in Holland, you had become part of my family, I had tears running down my face and needed some time to recover. My deepest condolences to you and all your family and friends. Its very good to see that you are fully prepared to pick up your own life again together with Robin. No doubt you will enjoy it!
I lost my mom 30 years ago. I was 14. I largely stopped shedding tears over the years but while watching today's video I made an exception. And it's a bittersweet thing. Steve, your sincere words show how much love you have for your mom. She'll stick around, even after 30 years. Arabella is looking great even after 100 days of neglect... welcome back!
I lost my mother early 2021, and in that fog and loss and pain, these videos every Friday were something I could look forward to. There are no words I can offer, but thank you for being so open with us, and I hope we can give you some support through your loss.
My condolences on the loss of your dear mother. You can take comfort from the fact that she got to see Arabella being launched. You absolutely did the right thing to be at her side until the very end. I lost my dad to lung cancer in 2017 so I feel your pain. I've been here since before you dismantled the original Victoria and when Alix was still building the boat with you.
my dear brother in arms! my mother past away this summer too due to inopperable gallbladder cancer. i know how it feels. the end is swift and gruesome, but i surely think you did the best beeing with her! let you mom allways be your guidance at sea! much love from germany
Steve, I found your channel while I was seeing my own mother through chemotherapy. She was my only parent for most of my life and I was devastated when she passed. The only thing I could cling to was her happiness in knowing that I was following my own dream of rebuilding my own boat and sailing around the world
Steve, I lost my Mother to cancer 12 years ago. It never gets easier, but I try to memoralize her by being the good man she raised me to be. Now I mostly remember all of the great times growing up as her son. Bless you and your family.
I did not realize how much I missed these updates. My Friday now feels more normal and complete. I too lost a mom to cancer when she was way too young. With time the good memories will warm your heart.
Thank you Steve for sharing this story of how you responded to your mom's condition and how you showed up for her. All of us will be there at one time or another, and I'm grateful to be able to learn from you. It sounds like you and your sisters showed up in a big way and I'm sure that must have eased her transition immensely.
@ 7:55 Arabella seeds! Get some now and grow yourself your own Arabella!! But seriously, welcome back Steve, Robin, Kiva, and crew. My best to all of y'all and all of your families. Thank you for sharing. God bless.
Giving care to a dying parent is one of the hardest things we do as children in their last days. It was hard to experience for me, but mom was a believer we were waiting for our brother who lived in Florida, and we are in Oregon. Mom was not going to last the day, and Corey made it to her bedside 15 minutes before she smiled her last smile and slipped away peacefully. ❤ Gods Peace to Your Family.
The tide swell is awesome. You forget sometimes the earth is so dynamic. Just like life, there are changes that we can rely on, like the seasons. There are changes that we cannot predict, like life and death. It is truly our reaction to those changes that make the difference in our lives, and those we live. Steve and family, thank you for sharing your story with us. So sorry to hear about your mom. Glad you are back and look forward to following your adventures.
Our deepest sympathies to your whole family. She was able to see Arabella launched a great memory! Six hours for a face plate delivery, that is service!
“Courage isn’t a hot, blistering emotion held only in the hands of those who go into harm’s way, or those who jump out of airplanes, or even those who scale unnamed mountains. It is a quiet thing, (ice cold more often than not), that last tiny piece of yourself you find when you think that everything is lost. It is facing yourself at a time like this, holding onto yourself and brushing away the tears you were certain you didn’t have the strength to brush away. It is moving on, one bitter breath at a time”. May you find peace and solace in your journey.
Sorry for your family' s loss . Knowing that Mom is there watching over Yours Robins and Akiva's adventures has to bring a smile fair winds to you all.
Lost my father to cancer this summer as well. Cancer is cruelly indifferent, so we have to make sure we're not indifferent to each other's journey on this pebble floating in the stars. ♥
Very sorry to hear this, these things are so difficult to go through. I hope you find time and strength to recover and move on. It is so tough though. Keep on, step forward, recover. All the best.
I know your pain all too well. Lost my mom in 2019 to lung cancer. I only got a month and a half with her, but I was there every day. I can promise that it gets easier. The tears still come but it's happy tears now. We carry all the memories so they are always with us. My heart breaks for you and your family.
4 years ago in 18 months we 5 family members and a loved pet in less than 4 months we lost my daughter an aunt and my mother, watching you build and all the help build that damn boat helped me to dream again slowly it took time just to breath again , a lot after praying and comforting from the holy sprit and the blessing of two grandsons, thank you
Good to have you back. I'm very sorry about your mom. My mom passed away in May of 2023. I made an urn for her ashes out of an elm tree that grew in our back yard for most of my childhood. When we had to cut the tree down in 1988, she wrote a poem about the tree, and how it would live on forever as the things made from its wood. She was actually writing about her own death, and it gave the urn a very special meaning. As I was making the urn, I thought about you and your own mother.
Steve & family … I extend my heartfelt condolences. My wife passed away from cancer in August and seeing the pain in my daughter’s eyes gives me some context for the pain you feel. You have my sincere sympathy. I hope that your upcoming plans will help you in the path to healing. Sincere regards, David
Steve, I started watching back at the beginning just after my wife was diagnosed with metastatic ovarian cancer. Watched the surgeries, the fluid buildup, the chemo. Never easy. I don't bring it up because my problem makes yours easier- it doesn't- but because watching your videos gave a sense of normalcy- that life went on despite suffering. I lost her after 19 months. Still watch you and your new adventures. Hoping for a slowly but surely returning sense of normalcy and hope for you.
My most sincere condolences, life is not always fair, I've been through it myself and my mother's wish was that I got on and enjoyed my life. I am sure your mother would agree. On the positive side you have some very interesting plans with your journey south and I look forward to following your adventures
Before I say words about your mom, I just want to say that it’s cool to see you at the chandlery as a boat captain. I remember when you and your friend started this with NO sailing experience. Now, look at you. ❤
Her pain is gone, she rests peacefully. Saying goodbye is hardest on us as they are with all those past friends and family now and we are left with the memories. Condolences to you Steve and Robin. She'll be with you every mile you sail.❤
It's so good to be back on Fridays with the Arabella crew! Thank You Steve, for recounting the last years and months of your mom's life and all that you were able to do to ease her passing. Reading the comments, I realized how many of us have lost our parents and other close family. I too carry the memories and still some tears not shed, and my mom passed nearly 5 years ago at 93 years old. Arabella represents years of time and love, and those of us who have tagged along all this time appreciate your vision and commitment to following the dream become reality. May you always find fair winds and following seas on the journey. Thank you, all my relations.
I am very sorry for your loss, cancer sucks, not many of us have not been affected by this insidious disease. Hopefully time will ease tour pain and grief. Welcome back, you were missed!
It is so good to see you guys again. I'm so sorry for your loss, and so grateful you let us into your life the way you have. When I started watching this several years ago, I had no idea the treasure your videos and the people who commented on them would be. Thank you for creating this community. Your mom did her job raising you well!
My condolences, Steve and Robin. And Akiva. Today, 11/8 would have been my mother's 83rd birthday. She passed away on 12/31/2023. The pain lessens over time but never really fades away, entirely. My father passed away from leukemia 8 years ago. I feel your pain. But, go, sail, live your life, it's what your mother would want. Glad to see new videos. Peace.
Of the 600 comments I could leave. I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Been through that. I am so very sorry. No one gets out alive. Doesn't make it any easier. I'm so sorry. Truly sorry. I'm glad you're back. Please stay safe. R.I.P. mom. ❤️
Steve, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Keep peace of mind in the fact that she is not in pain any longer. I don't know your beliefs, but here's to hoping you see her again when the Good Lord calls you home, many years from now. Until then, know she is still watching over you and doesn't have to wait for the next video anymore.❤😢❤
P.S. love the work being done, and yeah, missing plug covers do tend to drive OCD folks a bit crazy. However, I don't know many who would wait, over a year, to meet up with the boat to install it in person.😂
Steve, my condolences on the loss of your mom. I am so glad you took time off to spend it with her during her last months. I was with my mom and holding her hand when she left this world. It was both sad and beautiful at the same time. Time heals wounds and you will eventually move on but you will never forget your mom. Thank you for sharing with us. I am truly sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family.
Deepest condolences to you, glad to see you back. Throat cancer survivor here, the rounds of chemo were no problem for me, but the radiation treatments were a nightmare, almost killed me. 80 lbs lighter, but made it.
My condolences on the loss of your mother. I lost my mother in December of 2022. She was 108-years old at the time, I was 79. At that age her death was not a surprise, but still difficult to deal with. Our extended family considered her a real life Energizer Bunny, she just kept ticking. Life goes on and we must adjust. Stay the course, and may God be with you.
The story changes from doing it because you have too, to doing it because she knew it made you happy. You continue the journey and celebrate her life by living it, by taking Arabella on to the next adventure. Thanks mom.
Sorry about your mom. We all have to never forget that we have limited time with our loved ones. I hope you have good luck getting down to the Caribbean.
The first sentence broke me with the realization. It reminded me of losing my Mom. I hadn’t cried about her loss in a while. It’s been 5 yrs and 2 months. It’s a long rd to healing. She’ll always be w you. Good luck thanks so much for ur content. Welcome back.
STEVE: So sorry for your loss. I held my mother's hand and felt the last beat of her heart. Your Mom will always be with you and don't be surprised when you hear her voice in the days to come. I'll be praying for you as you face the days ahead.
Steve, sending condolences to you and the family on the loss of your mother. I lost my wife to stage 4 cancer 3 years ago this month, so I can imagine what you are going through. took care of my wife, taking her to chemo treatments and radiation, so know it was not easy. I pray the sailing will help with the grief. It is a long road that never ends but gets a little easier as time passes. Take care and wishing you fair winds and following seas.
Though we all knew it was comming it does not make it any easier when we lose a love one. Heart goes out to Steve and his family and friends. I hope he finds some comfort in knowing that she got to see what a truly amazing and wonderful human her son has grown up to be. And that her light and values will continue to shine forth in to the world through him. I can't image there have been many mothers as proud as she must have been watching her child grow, and the comfort of knowing that while she had to leave, she left him surounded by people who love him.
Steve, I have been watching your videos since the very beginning and I can help but be amazed and just blown away by the work you have done to bring Arabella into existence. I know from experience that it is had to loose a parent but time and the sea will help to ease the lose. Just remember that she is always with you in all the nuts and bolts and planks of the Arabella. I am sure that she is watching you even now just hoping that you will move on and enjoy your life. My heart goes out to you, Robin and the rest of your family.
I am most fortunate to have my mom with me at 87 but lost my dad in 2018, he was 89. I can only imagine your pain and grief because of what I felt for my dad. Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your mother, they are the angels who we will be forever indebted to. Time will heal and her memories will live on God willing.
My condolences Steve. I've been a fan ever since the lead keel pour, and was so happy when you launched, and it was clear your Mum was integral to everything you did. Her spirit is in the wind, in every creak of the oak, in every drop of salt water, and in every ray of sunshine that shines bright, day in and day out from now on!
Your mom was focused on launch day just as much as you were. My condolences to you and your family as you cherish her memories. We look forward to following you where the future leads. Blessings, Don
It's a tough one. I went through it when I was only 20 and in the end it was a relief. It had been years of treatment through my teens. I still feel it now in my 60's as you talked. 🤗
I'm sorry to hear about your mom. I'm glad you got as much family time as you did! Welcome back to TH-cam. May your mother smile down on you with love and pride from above!
Your mom must have been very proud of you. You are an extraordinary young man. You were there for her until the end and you will always be thankful for that. I just lost my wife in March and I know what you are going through. Losing loved ones is the toughest part of life. Take care of yourself.
Condolences, Steve. -Went through a similar ordeal with my mom and cancer this past summer as well. I can pass along to you what my mom said to me in her final hours...."you did a good job"
Sorry to hear the sad news of your mom mate. But she's at peace now, no more pain. Glad to see you, Robin and your trusty dog back on board. Looking forward to seeing you and your trusty crew making passage to new adventures. All the best. 👍⛵
My thoughts go out to and and your family. I visited you a couple of times while I traveled to be with my aging parents and found your energy and vision helpful as my sisters and I dealt with their declining health. They were always keen to watch your videos and ask why you were building a boat so far from water! Your episodes intrigued my dad, the consummate Do-It-Yourselfer! You took on such a broad range of tasks and demonstrated that self education, research and determination does lead to amazing accompaniments. They found it inspiring and gave them courage to try new things, even into their 90s! Thank you for sharing the journey; the accompaniments and the emotionally challenging. You have touched so many people and am sure you will for many tears to come!
My condolences to you and your family. I have just lost my father a couple of months ago to cancer. So i know what it's like to loose a parent. i truly appreciate your videos. the first video i saw was the lead pour and i was hooked. then between your woodworking, hiking, and climbing i have to say you remind of my late brother.
condolences to you and your family, steve... i lost my mom to cancer 20 some years ago; i still miss her dearly... i feel your pain of loss... like a warm blanket on a cold winter's day, your memories of your mom will comfort you (and your family) as you continue down the road of life on your own journey to new adventures aboard arabella... all the best to you and robin; may the joys of life together ease the pain and sorrow of losing your mom... love to you, robin, akiva and your family... fair winds and following seas, my brother...💖🤗
I´m sorry Steve for your loss. I´ve been following this build since the keel pour and I knew what this silent months meant. I don´t usually comment on videos. But I´d really like for you to feel the love coming from Argentina from a long time admirer of your determination and acomplishments. Stay trong.
Was praying for you & Robin about your mom. So sorry to hear of her passing after such a struggle. I lost my mother in April so I can relate to your pain. She will live in in your heart & your memories. God bless & be well.
My deepest sympathies for your loss Steve, I have some idea of what you went through this summer, having done the same for multiple grandparents in the last few years, and I know how hard it is. Welcome back to the sea, we have missed you.
Steve, I am sorry to hear the loss of your mother, I feel for you as I lost my wife coming up 12 years ago now and there is not a day goes by that I don't think about her. Your mum is sitting on your shoulder watching and guiding you. Robin will be great support for you. Now the boat work, interesting, I have never seen anybody use a spirit level on a moving boat before but I am sure you will have mastered it. Cheers and happy days ahead. Ian New Zealand
So sorry for your loss. I'm sure you made your mother proud. May she rest in peace. Welcome back Steve, Robin and Akiva. So glad to see you back on the boat and doing the repairs.
Having lost my mum, years ago now, I can appreciate the heartache you now feel, there is no greater loss than that of your mum. It does eventually get easier, you learn to remember the good times, that makes the sad times easier to bear. It is good to see you back on Arabella.
Sorry for your loss Steve, only just found that you had started uploading again so I have some catching up to do, and I'm really glad your back on your mission and Arabella and the sea will help you heal.
Welcome back. So sorry for your loss. I would just like to take a moment to thank the unnamed hero that took care of that one very annoying thing at the end. Proof that not all heroes wear a cape.
Steve, the sea will heal you. May the wind dry your tears, the waves rock your pain away and the sun warm your spirit. We missed you here so much.
That was a beautiful sentiment. Thank you for posting.
Sorry for your loss, Steve. Losing a parent hits extremely hard. At least she got to see you fulfill your dream of sailing Arabella. She lives on in your spirit.
I tend to watch without commenting most of the time, but after shedding a tear (or several) for you all, I wanted to join the hundreds here offering their love, care and support. What you do here is very special, and it could never have been without the very special family making you what you are today. I'm glad we got to 'meet' your mother through this channel - even if not in person.
Lost my mom to cancer 14 years ago. You're never the same, but I can promise, it does get better. The memories of the joyful days will outshine the painful ones, in time. Sail on. ❤
The editing during Steve's monologue about his Mum was so sensitive. Thank you.
My deepest condolences to you and your family, but I also want to thank you. I lost my father yesterday, and this video reminds me that the sun rises, life moves forward, and that as long as you remember your loved ones, they never truly leave.
so so sorry for your loss. take care
Lost my father in April. He was a great man. Slowly the fond memories will replace the pain of your loss.
You know, Steve, there you had me completely.
Without realising it myself that over the years of watching you here in Holland, you had become part of my family, I had tears running down my face and needed some time to recover.
My deepest condolences to you and all your family and friends.
Its very good to see that you are fully prepared to pick up your own life again together with Robin. No doubt you will enjoy it!
I lost my mom 30 years ago. I was 14. I largely stopped shedding tears over the years but while watching today's video I made an exception. And it's a bittersweet thing. Steve, your sincere words show how much love you have for your mom. She'll stick around, even after 30 years. Arabella is looking great even after 100 days of neglect... welcome back!
Thanks for sharing that about your mom, we carry on. ❤️
I lost my mother early 2021, and in that fog and loss and pain, these videos every Friday were something I could look forward to. There are no words I can offer, but thank you for being so open with us, and I hope we can give you some support through your loss.
Sorry to hear about your loss, too. It's tough.
My condolences on your Mom's passing. Prayers go out for her and your family!
My condolences on the loss of your dear mother. You can take comfort from the fact that she got to see Arabella being launched. You absolutely did the right thing to be at her side until the very end. I lost my dad to lung cancer in 2017 so I feel your pain. I've been here since before you dismantled the original Victoria and when Alix was still building the boat with you.
my dear brother in arms! my mother past away this summer too due to inopperable gallbladder cancer. i know how it feels. the end is swift and gruesome, but i surely think you did the best beeing with her! let you mom allways be your guidance at sea! much love from germany
Steve, I found your channel while I was seeing my own mother through chemotherapy. She was my only parent for most of my life and I was devastated when she passed. The only thing I could cling to was her happiness in knowing that I was following my own dream of rebuilding my own boat and sailing around the world
Steve, I lost my Mother to cancer 12 years ago. It never gets easier, but I try to memoralize her by being the good man she raised me to be. Now I mostly remember all of the great times growing up as her son. Bless you and your family.
Steve, I'm 35 and lost my mother to breast cancer in October. We're all together through this journey of life. My condolences to you and your family.
Sorry for your loss Steve. Celebrate the memories of your lost ones, and they are never really gone.
I did not realize how much I missed these updates. My Friday now feels more normal and complete. I too lost a mom to cancer when she was way too young. With time the good memories will warm your heart.
Welcome back, Steve. Fair winds, following seas, and many condolences for your mother.
Steve, I am sorry for your loss
Her voice, her strength and her wisdom will always be there when you need it.
Because she's part of you, in every way that can be true.
Thank you Steve for sharing this story of how you responded to your mom's condition and how you showed up for her. All of us will be there at one time or another, and I'm grateful to be able to learn from you. It sounds like you and your sisters showed up in a big way and I'm sure that must have eased her transition immensely.
@ 7:55 Arabella seeds! Get some now and grow yourself your own Arabella!! But seriously, welcome back Steve, Robin, Kiva, and crew. My best to all of y'all and all of your families. Thank you for sharing. God bless.
Nothing better than a great Mom!
Good to have you back!
Condolences for the loss of your mother, Steve!❤
Giving care to a dying parent is one of the hardest things we do as children in their last days. It was hard to experience for me, but mom was a believer we were waiting for our brother who lived in Florida, and we are in Oregon. Mom was not going to last the day, and Corey made it to her bedside 15 minutes before she smiled her last smile and slipped away peacefully. ❤ Gods Peace to Your Family.
The tide swell is awesome. You forget sometimes the earth is so dynamic. Just like life, there are changes that we can rely on, like the seasons. There are changes that we cannot predict, like life and death. It is truly our reaction to those changes that make the difference in our lives, and those we live.
Steve and family, thank you for sharing your story with us. So sorry to hear about your mom.
Glad you are back and look forward to following your adventures.
Sorry to hear about your mum Steve.
Remember her and she'll always be with you.
Our deepest sympathies to your whole family. She was able to see Arabella launched a great memory! Six hours for a face plate delivery, that is service!
“Courage isn’t a hot, blistering emotion held only in the hands of those who go into harm’s way, or those who jump out of airplanes, or even those who scale unnamed mountains. It is a quiet thing, (ice cold more often than not), that last tiny piece of yourself you find when you think that everything is lost. It is facing yourself at a time like this, holding onto yourself and brushing away the tears you were certain you didn’t have the strength to brush away. It is moving on, one bitter breath at a time”. May you find peace and solace in your journey.
Sorry about your Mom. Went through something similar with my Dad. Blessings and curses all mixed together. Carry on.
sorry about your dad. take care.
Sorry for your family' s loss . Knowing that Mom is there watching over Yours Robins and Akiva's adventures has to bring a smile fair winds to you all.
Lost my father to cancer this summer as well. Cancer is cruelly indifferent, so we have to make sure we're not indifferent to each other's journey on this pebble floating in the stars. ♥
That is the real truth. Gotta be there for each other. Thank you.
Very sorry to hear this, these things are so difficult to go through. I hope you find time and strength to recover and move on. It is so tough though.
Keep on, step forward, recover.
All the best.
I know your pain all too well. Lost my mom in 2019 to lung cancer. I only got a month and a half with her, but I was there every day. I can promise that it gets easier. The tears still come but it's happy tears now. We carry all the memories so they are always with us. My heart breaks for you and your family.
Great to have you back again Steve, Robin, Akeva and crew. Again So sorry for you're loss . She will be with you where ever you sail.
I wish you a fair wind with an open sea and clear stars to sail by. Your a good son. Respect and condolences.
4 years ago in 18 months we 5 family members and a loved pet in less than 4 months we lost my daughter an aunt and my mother, watching you build and all the help build that damn boat helped me to dream again slowly it took time just to breath again , a lot after praying and comforting from the holy sprit and the blessing of two grandsons, thank you
What terrible losses for you, I hope you've found some amount peace in the time since.
Good to have you back. I'm very sorry about your mom. My mom passed away in May of 2023. I made an urn for her ashes out of an elm tree that grew in our back yard for most of my childhood. When we had to cut the tree down in 1988, she wrote a poem about the tree, and how it would live on forever as the things made from its wood. She was actually writing about her own death, and it gave the urn a very special meaning. As I was making the urn, I thought about you and your own mother.
So many trees, there's a special one for every living being, one would hope. We'll be keeping your elm as one of ours. Thanks for sharing it.❤️
My thoughts and prayers go out to your to your mom , you and your family.
Great to see you all back.
Steve & family … I extend my heartfelt condolences. My wife passed away from cancer in August and seeing the pain in my daughter’s eyes gives me some context for the pain you feel. You have my sincere sympathy. I hope that your upcoming plans will help you in the path to healing. Sincere regards, David
So sorry for you and your family's loss as well, David. Wishing you peace. ❤
Steve, I started watching back at the beginning just after my wife was diagnosed with metastatic ovarian cancer. Watched the surgeries, the fluid buildup, the chemo. Never easy. I don't bring it up because my problem makes yours easier- it doesn't- but because watching your videos gave a sense of normalcy- that life went on despite suffering. I lost her after 19 months. Still watch you and your new adventures. Hoping for a slowly but surely returning sense of normalcy and hope for you.
Its an honor to be a part of any ounce of normalcy created during what no one else can imagine. Wishing you peace.
My most sincere condolences, life is not always fair, I've been through it myself and my mother's wish was that I got on and enjoyed my life. I am sure your mother would agree. On the positive side you have some very interesting plans with your journey south and I look forward to following your adventures
Before I say words about your mom, I just want to say that it’s cool to see you at the chandlery as a boat captain. I remember when you and your friend started this with NO sailing experience. Now, look at you. ❤
Her pain is gone, she rests peacefully. Saying goodbye is hardest on us as they are with all those past friends and family now and we are left with the memories.
Condolences to you Steve and Robin. She'll be with you every mile you sail.❤
It's so good to be back on Fridays with the Arabella crew! Thank You Steve, for recounting the last years and months of your mom's life and all that you were able to do to ease her passing. Reading the comments, I realized how many of us have lost our parents and other close family. I too carry the memories and still some tears not shed, and my mom passed nearly 5 years ago at 93 years old.
Arabella represents years of time and love, and those of us who have tagged along all this time appreciate your vision and commitment to following the dream become reality. May you always find fair winds and following seas on the journey. Thank you, all my relations.
Thanks for your kind words.
Thinking kind thoughts of you following the loss of your mother. So sorry, Steve!
I am very sorry for your loss, cancer sucks, not many of us have not been affected by this insidious disease. Hopefully time will ease tour pain and grief. Welcome back, you were missed!
Steve, so glad you had a bit of time with your mom. And you guys will surely be getting your steps in this winter! Keep going.
It is so good to see you guys again. I'm so sorry for your loss, and so grateful you let us into your life the way you have. When I started watching this several years ago, I had no idea the treasure your videos and the people who commented on them would be. Thank you for creating this community. Your mom did her job raising you well!
Regaining your light heart is a deep journey, my friend. Sail on, sailor.
My condolences, Steve and Robin. And Akiva. Today, 11/8 would have been my mother's 83rd birthday. She passed away on 12/31/2023. The pain lessens over time but never really fades away, entirely. My father passed away from leukemia 8 years ago. I feel your pain. But, go, sail, live your life, it's what your mother would want. Glad to see new videos. Peace.
Of the 600 comments I could leave. I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Been through that. I am so very sorry. No one gets out alive. Doesn't make it any easier. I'm so sorry. Truly sorry. I'm glad you're back. Please stay safe. R.I.P. mom. ❤️
Steve, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Keep peace of mind in the fact that she is not in pain any longer. I don't know your beliefs, but here's to hoping you see her again when the Good Lord calls you home, many years from now. Until then, know she is still watching over you and doesn't have to wait for the next video anymore.❤😢❤
P.S. love the work being done, and yeah, missing plug covers do tend to drive OCD folks a bit crazy. However, I don't know many who would wait, over a year, to meet up with the boat to install it in person.😂
If only every outlet had a Glenn...
Steve, my condolences on the loss of your mom. I am so glad you took time off to spend it with her during her last months. I was with my mom and holding her hand when she left this world. It was both sad and beautiful at the same time. Time heals wounds and you will eventually move on but you will never forget your mom. Thank you for sharing with us. I am truly sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family.
Deepest condolences to you, glad to see you back. Throat cancer survivor here, the rounds of chemo were no problem for me, but the radiation treatments were a nightmare, almost killed me. 80 lbs lighter, but made it.
Sorry for your loss, but happy to see you back.
My condolences on the loss of your mother. I lost my mother in December of 2022. She was 108-years old at the time, I was 79. At that age her death was not a surprise, but still difficult to deal with. Our extended family considered her a real life Energizer Bunny, she just kept ticking. Life goes on and we must adjust. Stay the course, and may God be with you.
So glad your mom was able to see the boat make it to the water. So incredibly angry that it took 10 weeks to get her surgery.
The story changes from doing it because you have too, to doing it because she knew it made you happy. You continue the journey and celebrate her life by living it, by taking Arabella on to the next adventure. Thanks mom.
Sorry about your mom. We all have to never forget that we have limited time with our loved ones. I hope you have good luck getting down to the Caribbean.
Let the memory of your mom be the wind in your sails and the guiding star for all your journeys.
The first sentence broke me with the realization. It reminded me of losing my Mom. I hadn’t cried about her loss in a while. It’s been 5 yrs and 2 months. It’s a long rd to healing. She’ll always be w you. Good luck thanks so much for ur content. Welcome back.
sorry about your mom.
STEVE: So sorry for your loss. I held my mother's hand and felt the last beat of her heart. Your Mom will always be with you and don't be surprised when you hear her voice in the days to come. I'll be praying for you as you face the days ahead.
Steve, sending condolences to you and the family on the loss of your mother. I lost my wife to stage 4 cancer 3 years ago this month, so I can imagine what you are going through. took care of my wife, taking her to chemo treatments and radiation, so know it was not easy. I pray the sailing will help with the grief. It is a long road that never ends but gets a little easier as time passes. Take care and wishing you fair winds and following seas.
Well, reading your words is bringing us to tears. Thank you for sharing and wishing you peace. ❤️
Though we all knew it was comming it does not make it any easier when we lose a love one. Heart goes out to Steve and his family and friends. I hope he finds some comfort in knowing that she got to see what a truly amazing and wonderful human her son has grown up to be. And that her light and values will continue to shine forth in to the world through him.
I can't image there have been many mothers as proud as she must have been watching her child grow, and the comfort of knowing that while she had to leave, she left him surounded by people who love him.
Steve, your mother will bring you to the horizon wherever you go and she will wait for you there. So sorry for your loss.
Steve, I have been watching your videos since the very beginning and I can help but be amazed and just blown away by the work you have done to bring Arabella into existence. I know from experience that it is had to loose a parent but time and the sea will help to ease the lose. Just remember that she is always with you in all the nuts and bolts and planks of the Arabella. I am sure that she is watching you even now just hoping that you will move on and enjoy your life. My heart goes out to you, Robin and the rest of your family.
So sorry for your loss Steve. Glad to see you're back and able to make a new start on Arabella. God bless, from the UK.
I am most fortunate to have my mom with me at 87 but lost my dad in 2018, he was 89. I can only imagine your pain and grief because of what I felt for my dad. Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your mother, they are the angels who we will be forever indebted to. Time will heal and her memories will live on God willing.
We are lucky to have the time that we have with the people that love us. Thanks for your kind words.
My condolences Steve. I've been a fan ever since the lead keel pour, and was so happy when you launched, and it was clear your Mum was integral to everything you did. Her spirit is in the wind, in every creak of the oak, in every drop of salt water, and in every ray of sunshine that shines bright, day in and day out from now on!
So sorry for your loss. I lost my Mom in 74 and I miss her every day! She will always be in your heart!
Friday's are getting back to normal. You, Robin and Akeva have a mom guardian angel. Great to have you and all the crew back.
Your mom was focused on launch day just as much as you were. My condolences to you and your family as you cherish her memories.
We look forward to following you where the future leads.
Blessings, Don
Steve condolences on the passing of your mom. All the best to you and Robin. Thank you!
It's a tough one. I went through it when I was only 20 and in the end it was a relief. It had been years of treatment through my teens. I still feel it now in my 60's as you talked. 🤗
Sorry you lost them so soon. It is so hard.
I'm sorry to hear about your mom. I'm glad you got as much family time as you did! Welcome back to TH-cam. May your mother smile down on you with love and pride from above!
Your mom must have been very proud of you. You are an extraordinary young man. You were there for her until the end and you will always be thankful for that.
I just lost my wife in March and I know what you are going through. Losing loved ones is the toughest part of life. Take care of yourself.
So sorry for your loss, thanks for being there with us.
Condolences, Steve. -Went through a similar ordeal with my mom and cancer this past summer as well. I can pass along to you what my mom said to me in her final hours...."you did a good job"
My Condolences to Steve and his family on the loss of their mother.
Sorry to hear the sad news of your mom mate. But she's at peace now, no more pain.
Glad to see you, Robin and your trusty dog back on board. Looking forward to seeing you and your trusty crew making passage to new adventures. All the best. 👍⛵
Sorry for your loss Steve. I didn’t realize how emotionally involved I was with your life until I saw this video. God bless you all.
so sorry to hear about your mam your are in my thoughts fella i lost my mam to cancer i kind of know where you are take each day as it comes ❤
My thoughts go out to and and your family. I visited you a couple of times while I traveled to be with my aging parents and found your energy and vision helpful as my sisters and I dealt with their declining health. They were always keen to watch your videos and ask why you were building a boat so far from water! Your episodes intrigued my dad, the consummate Do-It-Yourselfer! You took on such a broad range of tasks and demonstrated that self education, research and determination does lead to amazing accompaniments. They found it inspiring and gave them courage to try new things, even into their 90s! Thank you for sharing the journey; the accompaniments and the emotionally challenging. You have touched so many people and am sure you will for many tears to come!
Circumstances notwithstanding, I'm glad to see you back on the boat! Lost mom 26 years ago and still think of her daily.
Welcome back. So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Wishing you all the best from Plymoth UK
My condolences to you and your family. I have just lost my father a couple of months ago to cancer. So i know what it's like to loose a parent. i truly appreciate your videos. the first video i saw was the lead pour and i was hooked. then between your woodworking, hiking, and climbing i have to say you remind of my late brother.
condolences to you and your family, steve... i lost my mom to cancer 20 some years ago; i still miss her dearly... i feel your pain of loss... like a warm blanket on a cold winter's day, your memories of your mom will comfort you (and your family) as you continue down the road of life on your own journey to new adventures aboard arabella... all the best to you and robin; may the joys of life together ease the pain and sorrow of losing your mom... love to you, robin, akiva and your family... fair winds and following seas, my brother...💖🤗
I´m sorry Steve for your loss. I´ve been following this build since the keel pour and I knew what this silent months meant. I don´t usually comment on videos. But I´d really like for you to feel the love coming from Argentina from a long time admirer of your determination and acomplishments. Stay trong.
Was praying for you & Robin about your mom. So sorry to hear of her passing after such a struggle. I lost my mother in April so I can relate to your pain. She will live in in your heart & your memories. God bless & be well.
My deepest sympathies for your loss Steve, I have some idea of what you went through this summer, having done the same for multiple grandparents in the last few years, and I know how hard it is. Welcome back to the sea, we have missed you.
Steve, I am sorry to hear the loss of your mother, I feel for you as I lost my wife coming up 12 years ago now and there is not a day goes by that I don't think about her. Your mum is sitting on your shoulder watching and guiding you. Robin will be great support for you. Now the boat work, interesting, I have never seen anybody use a spirit level on a moving boat before but I am sure you will have mastered it. Cheers and happy days ahead. Ian New Zealand
Thank you for your kind words, Ian.
It's so good to see you guys back! sending love your way, and looking forward to seeing where the wind takes you
I’m so very sorry for your loss and so very grateful for you sharing so openly. Much love.
So sad for your loss--will be a tough time, but the good memories will always standout and give you comfort
So sorry for your loss. I'm sure you made your mother proud. May she rest in peace. Welcome back Steve, Robin and Akiva. So glad to see you back on the boat and doing the repairs.
Having lost my mum, years ago now, I can appreciate the heartache you now feel, there is no greater loss than that of your mum. It does eventually get easier, you learn to remember the good times, that makes the sad times easier to bear. It is good to see you back on Arabella.
Sorry for your loss Steve, only just found that you had started uploading again so I have some catching up to do, and I'm really glad your back on your mission and Arabella and the sea will help you heal.
We are so sorry for your loss, Steve. Praying for you and Robin during this sorrowful time.
Welcome back. So sorry for your loss. I would just like to take a moment to thank the unnamed hero that took care of that one very annoying thing at the end. Proof that not all heroes wear a cape.
Sorry to hear about ur Mom, I know she is in a better place and watching you sail. May her soul rest in peace