11 years ago I was on a cruise that stopped in Cartagna and we docked in the commercial port. It was late in the day and I had some leftover Columbian Pesos I needed to get rid of. There was a small bar/gift shop just outside the port's gate so I decided to get a beer and some souvenirs. I was enjoying my beer when several crew came in and were trying to order a drink. They had no Columbian Pesos and the credit card machine was not working. They were looking at each other with unhappy faces so I got up and bought them all a beer. They were very thankful and asked if they could sit with me. We ended up talking for a long time. They said they had been at sea a long time and only had a short time ashore. At the time I did not understand why they were so thankful for the beer and excited to get off the boat and talk to a stranger. After your videos I understand better. ---- I was visiting Columbia but I got to know four guys from the Philippines. A very good afternoon.
You should keep in contact with these guys that you meet you never know these guys could be your best friends just take it one day at a time remember friends are earned not bought and the guys that work on the ships there are better bunch of guys on those ships than the guys that I work with on land because on ships there is no bulshit of any kind and on land there's always horse playing people doing dumb things and whatnot that doesn't appeal to me I'd rather work on a ship with a good group of guys that are not a bunch of screwups I'd rather work on a ship with a good bunch of guys that have my back at all times just like I would have their back and I personally don't care where a a man or a woman is from what their nationality is because I wasn't raised a racist and I wasn't raised to discriminate and besides I like variety it really makes life so much more interesting it does it would be a very very interesting job working on a ship especially having a chief MAKOI as my supervisor and chief and mentor he sounds like such a nice guy when he's talking I better buddy likes him and has a lot of respect for him because if nobody liked him and respected the chief for his expertise and knowledge the people working under the chief would not be so very happy and they would not want to work in such close environments with other people but chief he does an amazing job he really does 22 + years on the job he's a man that the company that hired him can depend on in each and every time he's definitely worth the money that they pay him and then some
I know the feeling. I did two tours in Iraq 🇮🇶 with the US Marines is 2004 and 2005, and going to the store / PX, it was very relaxing. Specially to buy snacks and electronics. Even receiving a letter from home, was very relaxing and it meant a lot to us. Even a phone call. Even getting some ICE.
I see you have had the pleasure of meeting Josie. Doing security at the log dock in Longview I have seen Josie dozens of times. She is awesome. I also see that you have ridden in her van to go shopping. Another great service PIC marine offers. I am glad you had fun and got off that ship if only for a while. It was good to see Josie, a familiar face in this video.
Growing up in a port town I’ve met my share of seamen. Some have created a reputation that the rest just don’t share. Sure we raised hell. We drank too much and spent too much money but they really just wanted to experience a few hours onshore and talk to someone with a different perspective. All were polite. All were respectful and with a few exceptions all made their departure points in time. Those who didn’t had to scramble to get to the next port before the ship. Fond memories.
Chief, I have to say that I love your videos. Mainly I love the informative but still highly personal style with which you give folks a glimpse into an important way of life they may not have any real knowledge of or connection to. That said, being from a port city in Washington state (Port Angeles), it's WILD to see you mention so many places I have a strong personal history with, like Kalama, Longview, and Astoria. It is a real blessing to find videos like yours, that can make the world seem so vast and so small at the same time. Thank you, and safe travels!
I’m in MSC (military sealift command ) You absolutely right, being away from the ship for at least couple hours is a big deal. Eating any thing other that ship food is a blessing 😇
I lived along the Columbia while your ship was in port. Your videos are awesome for those who wonder what a Seafarers life is like. I want a job or at least I would like to try it for a year.
Chief, thank you for these great videos and for your channel in general! [as someone who has always been on land] I have always been interested in life at sea/merchant marine and I love watching your channel. I find the machinery on large ships fascinating and am interested in engines and machinery in general, so I love being able to see all of that stuff here on your channel with someone as experienced as yourself explaining it all. I’m glad your channel is so successful and that you are using your massive online influence to send a positive message out there :)
Bravo Chief Makoi. I do not understand English well, but I appreciate your images, and I am fascinated by the courageous and adventurous life that you lead: Bravo and Thank you chief Makoi. Bravo chief Makoi. Je ne comprends pas bien l'anglais, mais j'apprécie vos images, et je suis fasciné par la Vie courageuse et aventureuse que vous menez: Bravo et Merci chief Makoi.
Here's a guy who knows how to VLOG. Some epic footage, and excellent audio in most of the clips. I don't know anything about living shipside as I'm a railroader in the U.S. We have a dissimilar, but also a very unconventional lifestyle, so it's interesting to get a glimpse into this world. I wish we could make vids like this in our craft so we can tell our story but Federal regulations prohibit cameras or any personal electronic devices while on duty. I often brings trains to the port which contain freight that is transloaded onto foreign cargo vessels. Interesting to see a little slice of the cargo's journey after we are done with it. Lots of great videos by Chief MAKOi, very engaging and interesting. Thanks for the effort you put into them. Two thumbs up!
Watching your stories make me recalls my seaman's life of 17 years with great moments and memories with hardworks whilst on board bulkcarriers and general cargoes vessels.I bet you guys haven't gone through my utmost experience of abandoned ship when almost sinking in bad extreme weather condition but did go through safe and alive as now retired seafarer from Singapore.
Let me say : Even I have nothing to do with the sea work life I really like your videos. That show us how much works and skills there are behind a ship that pass on the shore line. Much respect for all you guys. Greetings
I really enjoy watching all of your videos. I lean a lot about what it's like to be a merchant marine. I was in the US Navy starting 1968 and like to kind of compare what it was like for me to what you are going through. Like you, I got to see things around the world that I knew I would never have the chance to see if I were not in the Navy. What a great life. Barry
Great content. Thanks! I really enjoy seeing so many different sides of such a fascinating profession. If you ever make it to Halifax let me know! I will take you to Best Buy and for a beer!
Hi,another informative info about in n out the ship.Sabi nga natin kahit kunting bagay masaya na tayo.mababaw lang kaligayahan natin dba.God bless you n your colleagues. May Allah protect all of you.
Neat! You are fairly close to my neck of the woods in this video, at least from a nautical standpoint. Another great and informative video, thanks Chief!!!!
Chief Makoi ,wonderful footage and let most of us enjoy seeing your courageous and difficult sea life you and your crews go thru day by day , good luck and ‘sar la ma’
I'm here because I'm doing case study on ocean cruise and this video of you is very helpful in understanding, Thank You very much Chief. Subscribed 😊😍🙏.
Very nice video presentation of the classic Mariner’s lament...when do we have liberty ashore Skipper? More than 50 years ago, I served on an extended US Navy deployment. Eventually, we pulled into Cebu for essential supplies & fuel. Alongside came several local Banca Boats with all of the necessary civilian goods and junk foods for our next underway. It was a memorable experience swimming amongst the outriggers.
One of the most beautiful areas ever Cheif. The NcNarie Dan. If spelled correctly is a beautiful place. Watching the trains is very cool. I was in Umitilla for a month. I didn't want to leave there. Glad to see you enjoyed that place. 😎👍🇺🇸⚔️🗽
My father was the Loadmaster at that plant (Kalama Export/Peavey Grain) for over 20 years. I know it like the back of my hand. Kind fun to get to see it on your video. When I was a boy I used to board ships all the time with my father and spectate as he and the captain would work out loading plans. You were only there for a short time because it is an extremely efficient loading facility. Did you get to see the plant lit up at night? It's pretty cool. You didn't miss anything in Kalama. There's not allot to see or do. You have to go about a half hour drive to Kelso to find a mall.
Thanks for sharing Chief! I myself have traveled a lot too. During my military career , I was very fortunate to do all that. any way you"ve mention Portland, Oregon. There are a lot of Filipinos in the pacific northwest, especially Washington state. Stay safe and God Bless!
Chief, you can get better selections if you order it from Amazon.com. Since you know in advance that you will be in a port in the US, order online and address it to an Amazon pick up center near you and get it yourself once you arrive. It is like a box that will hold your items until you are ready.
Really superior cinematography, drone work, and editing. So wonderful to see experiences and a part of the world I'd never know except for TH-cam and Chief MAKOi.
I run the trains that unload here and the other Columbia river ports(Vanc, both Kalama elevators, and Longview). Also both Tacoma and interbay (Seattle). So if you get honked at by one of the orange and green trains, you just got recognized!!!!! Always wanted to check out a merchant ship, but never have the time....And I doubt you guys do either!
I honestly think that i m gonna see all your 99 vídeos kkk. Iam fascinated for your history. Congrats again. Alex Rodrigues loading master from santos.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Chif, to you, your shipmates and their families at home. Smooth sailing, steady winds and calm seas. Looking forward to your next post.
I totally get it chief having worked in the industry on tankers and bulk carriers It is the little things and time on shore that can make big difference I remember the time that a simple chocolate candy bar made the difference in making the last few weeks of a tire before heading home On the Great Lakes up North in MN or WI the bum boats that tie up along side the ship is your store until you could go into town Brings back memories
I drive past that port facility pretty frequently on Interstate 5, and always enjoy looking at it, especially lit up in the fog, and it's cool seeing it from the other side, and finding out what it ships. I might have been hauling past there while you were there, maybe next time I should honk as it pass lol
You have a great attitude, “we can find some amount of joy in even the simplest things.” Yeah, going to Best Buy might not sound like a great shore leave excursion but if you’ve been on board a ship for three months you’ll take what you can get, right? And it looks like you enjoyed it too. Right on! Great video. 👍🏻
Welcome to America and the Pacific Northwest. We have a son, daughter-in-law, and 2 granddaughters who live in Kalama. My wife, Cheryl and I (Ross) grew up in Camas, Just upriver from Portland. So, we have been by the port countless times, but it was interesting to see what goes on there. I have been told that there is a tremendous amount of wheat that goes out there, so I would have guessed wheat instead of corn. I look forward to watching more of your channel. This was my first. Stay safe. God bless.
Thanks for this video Chief Makoi! I miss my hubby. He and the rest of his fellow seaman likes to go to Walmart , Ross and Tangers outlet. I'll tell him to go also to Best Buy and Target. Kudos to all seafarers out there!
I live in Kalama and work right next door to where you got loaded. I'd be happy to take you and some guys on a shore leave tour the next time your at Port here.
Hi Sir Can you please make a vlog about the work of an oiler? My Dad is an oiler , but i have no idea what is his work until know. Hope to see it one day sir. Safe travels.
Hi Chief another interesting video, and in particular the rolling store with Ate Josie, it is very entrepreneurial for them to operate this business, and so convenient for Filipino sailors so far away from their families and homes. We have two nephews from the Phils currently serving on merchant vessels abroad, one on an LPG tanker which runs from Texas to foreign ports, and the other on an oil tanker. This nephew is a certified electrician but is working as a deckhand. Both are married with young families, so my wife and i understand the sacrifices these young men make to support their families, just like you. If you ever come to Wellington NZ, we will meet you. Regards Bob and Lina. God bless.
I like the shop truck. The port in my home town has a shop in the port area itself run by the Mission to Seafarers, but during covid times, crew haven't even been allowed to go to that.
It's actually worse, we will be spending Christmas while the ship is in port, in Japan where Christmas is not a holiday. That means it will be just another day at work.
Ooooops!!! I forgot to wish you and your guys a Happy New year!!! Also, I am glad to see you get to put into port stateside, you and your group are a welcome sight, all the best for 2019!!!!!!
Next time you are in Portland Oregon I would love to host you and a few of your crew. I'm an old man but I still get around enough that I think we'll have a pretty good time.
another great Video chief, you did mention about rough weather at times, and I thought that would be good to see how you batten down the hatches and ride it out on board. I know it might be hard to film in rough seas, but an idea for future videos?
11 years ago I was on a cruise that stopped in Cartagna and we docked in the commercial port. It was late in the day and I had some leftover Columbian Pesos I needed to get rid of. There was a small bar/gift shop just outside the port's gate so I decided to get a beer and some souvenirs.
I was enjoying my beer when several crew came in and were trying to order a drink. They had no Columbian Pesos and the credit card machine was not working. They were looking at each other with unhappy faces so I got up and bought them all a beer. They were very thankful and asked if they could sit with me. We ended up talking for a long time. They said they had been at sea a long time and only had a short time ashore. At the time I did not understand why they were so thankful for the beer and excited to get off the boat and talk to a stranger. After your videos I understand better.
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I was visiting Columbia but I got to know four guys from the Philippines. A very good afternoon.
You should keep in contact with these guys that you meet you never know these guys could be your best friends just take it one day at a time remember friends are earned not bought and the guys that work on the ships there are better bunch of guys on those ships than the guys that I work with on land because on ships there is no bulshit of any kind and on land there's always horse playing people doing dumb things and whatnot that doesn't appeal to me I'd rather work on a ship with a good group of guys that are not a bunch of screwups I'd rather work on a ship with a good bunch of guys that have my back at all times just like I would have their back and I personally don't care where a a man or a woman is from what their nationality is because I wasn't raised a racist and I wasn't raised to discriminate and besides I like variety it really makes life so much more interesting it does it would be a very very interesting job working on a ship especially having a chief MAKOI as my supervisor and chief and mentor he sounds like such a nice guy when he's talking I better buddy likes him and has a lot of respect for him because if nobody liked him and respected the chief for his expertise and knowledge the people working under the chief would not be so very happy and they would not want to work in such close environments with other people but chief he does an amazing job he really does 22 + years on the job he's a man that the company that hired him can depend on in each and every time he's definitely worth the money that they pay him and then some
Thank you! Filipinos will repay you in kind in the near future.
free beer and a new human to talk to? Can understand why they were happy.
I know the feeling. I did two tours in Iraq 🇮🇶 with the US Marines is 2004 and 2005, and going to the store / PX, it was very relaxing. Specially to buy snacks and electronics. Even receiving a letter from home, was very relaxing and it meant a lot to us. Even a phone call. Even getting some ICE.
I see you have had the pleasure of meeting Josie. Doing security at the log dock in Longview I have seen Josie dozens of times. She is awesome. I also see that you have ridden in her van to go shopping. Another great service PIC marine offers. I am glad you had fun and got off that ship if only for a while. It was good to see Josie, a familiar face in this video.
I was wondering where they got the van. Thanks for clearing that up
Growing up in a port town I’ve met my share of seamen. Some have created a reputation that the rest just don’t share. Sure we raised hell. We drank too much and spent too much money but they really just wanted to experience a few hours onshore and talk to someone with a different perspective. All were polite. All were respectful and with a few exceptions all made their departure points in time. Those who didn’t had to scramble to get to the next port before the ship. Fond memories.
Chief - I appreciate your positivity and optimism at your shore leave no matter if you’re taking in a historic site, or headed to Best Buy!
Chief, I have to say that I love your videos. Mainly I love the informative but still highly personal style with which you give folks a glimpse into an important way of life they may not have any real knowledge of or connection to. That said, being from a port city in Washington state (Port Angeles), it's WILD to see you mention so many places I have a strong personal history with, like Kalama, Longview, and Astoria. It is a real blessing to find videos like yours, that can make the world seem so vast and so small at the same time. Thank you, and safe travels!
i'm a businessman and this is inspiring to watch. whatever work you're into, this channel inspires you to give your best in what you do.
9:47 The woman in the mobile selling truck's expression is priceless!
I’m in MSC (military sealift command ) You absolutely right, being away from the ship for at least couple hours is a big deal. Eating any thing other that ship food is a blessing 😇
I lived along the Columbia while your ship was in port. Your videos are awesome for those who wonder what a Seafarers life is like. I want a job or at least I would like to try it for a year.
Welcome to America ! Great video. Look forward to the next one. Be safe.
We'll be back there next month.
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Got to say of all the people i have met Filipino people are my favourite. 👍👍👍
Great work with your vlog, chief. It is interesting to see what your life is and how you live it. Stay warm and dry.
Chief, thank you for these great videos and for your channel in general! [as someone who has always been on land] I have always been interested in life at sea/merchant marine and I love watching your channel.
I find the machinery on large ships fascinating and am interested in engines and machinery in general, so I love being able to see all of that stuff here on your channel with someone as experienced as yourself explaining it all.
I’m glad your channel is so successful and that you are using your massive online influence to send a positive message out there :)
Best video's on TH-cam no crap entertaining and informative excellent job music ok too
Bravo Chief Makoi. I do not understand English well, but I appreciate your images, and I am fascinated by the courageous and adventurous life that you lead: Bravo and Thank you chief Makoi.
Bravo chief Makoi. Je ne comprends pas bien l'anglais, mais j'apprécie vos images, et je suis fasciné par la Vie courageuse et aventureuse que vous menez: Bravo et Merci chief Makoi.
Here's a guy who knows how to VLOG. Some epic footage, and excellent audio in most of the clips. I don't know anything about living shipside as I'm a railroader in the U.S. We have a dissimilar, but also a very unconventional lifestyle, so it's interesting to get a glimpse into this world. I wish we could make vids like this in our craft so we can tell our story but Federal regulations prohibit cameras or any personal electronic devices while on duty. I often brings trains to the port which contain freight that is transloaded onto foreign cargo vessels. Interesting to see a little slice of the cargo's journey after we are done with it. Lots of great videos by Chief MAKOi, very engaging and interesting. Thanks for the effort you put into them. Two thumbs up!
I'm glad you liked it.
Watching your stories make me recalls my seaman's life of 17 years with great moments and memories with hardworks whilst on board bulkcarriers and general cargoes vessels.I bet you guys haven't gone through my utmost experience of abandoned ship when almost sinking in bad extreme weather condition but did go through safe and alive as now retired seafarer from Singapore.
No need to apologize for being busy (and not taking more videos). Your videos, as they are, are _very_ informative and interesting!
Thanks Robert!
Let me say :
Even I have nothing to do with the sea work life I really like your videos.
That show us how much works and skills there are behind a ship that pass on the shore line.
Much respect for all you guys.
Greetings
No way! Kalama is so close to where i live, in highschool we’d play their school in football games and stuff. Thats so cool!
When I was a little kid, we lived right across the river.
I really enjoy watching all of your videos. I lean a lot about what it's like to be a merchant marine. I was in the US Navy starting 1968 and like to kind of compare what it was like for me to what you are going through. Like you, I got to see things around the world that I knew I would never have the chance to see if I were not in the Navy.
What a great life. Barry
Guys are like where we going when we go on shore.."heck anywhere" Off the ship 👍👍😂😂😂
Hard work deserves time to play🤗😂😂😂
Chief, I've watched and ENJOYED many of your ship tour videos
Great content. Thanks! I really enjoy seeing so many different sides of such a fascinating profession. If you ever make it to Halifax let me know! I will take you to Best Buy and for a beer!
Thanks!
Hi,another informative info about in n out the ship.Sabi nga natin kahit kunting bagay masaya na tayo.mababaw lang kaligayahan natin dba.God bless you n your colleagues. May Allah protect all of you.
Thanks!
Neat! You are fairly close to my neck of the woods in this video, at least from a nautical standpoint. Another great and informative video, thanks Chief!!!!
Just finished wathing. Keep safe chief Makoi. Can't wait for the next video
Thanks!
Miss the scavenge and underpiston space inspection memories..... Good Job Chief Makoi👍
Finally its here.the long wait its over.just finish watching also #byaheniedward awhile ago.
Chief Makoi ,wonderful footage and let most of us enjoy seeing your courageous and difficult sea life you and your crews go thru day by day , good luck and ‘sar la ma’
I'm here because I'm doing case study on ocean cruise and this video of you is very helpful in understanding, Thank You very much Chief. Subscribed 😊😍🙏.
Very nice video presentation of the classic Mariner’s lament...when do we have liberty ashore Skipper? More than 50 years ago, I served on an extended US Navy deployment. Eventually, we pulled into Cebu for essential supplies & fuel. Alongside came several local Banca Boats with all of the necessary civilian goods and junk foods for our next underway. It was a memorable experience swimming amongst the outriggers.
One of the most beautiful areas ever Cheif. The NcNarie Dan. If spelled correctly is a beautiful place. Watching the trains is very cool. I was in Umitilla for a month. I didn't want to leave there. Glad to see you enjoyed that place. 😎👍🇺🇸⚔️🗽
My father was the Loadmaster at that plant (Kalama Export/Peavey Grain) for over 20 years. I know it like the back of my hand. Kind fun to get to see it on your video. When I was a boy I used to board ships all the time with my father and spectate as he and the captain would work out loading plans. You were only there for a short time because it is an extremely efficient loading facility. Did you get to see the plant lit up at night? It's pretty cool. You didn't miss anything in Kalama. There's not allot to see or do. You have to go about a half hour drive to Kelso to find a mall.
Thanks for sharing Chief! I myself have traveled a lot too. During my military career , I was very fortunate to do all that. any way you"ve mention Portland, Oregon. There are a lot of Filipinos in the pacific northwest, especially Washington state. Stay safe and God Bless!
2 days is a short stay? I sailed on gas tankers, 8 hours and your out again ;) Great videos, a bit of nostalgia for me
Hahaha! That's why I shifted from tankers to Bulk after I became C/E. 😆
@@ChiefMAKOi what is a rolling store?
@@mehchocolate1257 store on wheels :3
I am surprised about the vessel's name !! Belgrano is a national hero from Argentina!! 👏👏👏
Chief Makoi, You are my Hero and a great wonderful role model of a Seafarer.....
Chief, you can get better selections if you order it from Amazon.com. Since you know in advance that you will be in a port in the US, order online and address it to an Amazon pick up center near you and get it yourself once you arrive. It is like a box that will hold your items until you are ready.
Really superior cinematography, drone work, and editing. So wonderful to see experiences and a part of the world I'd never know except for TH-cam and Chief MAKOi.
Thanks Richard!
Godbless you always chef makoi.nice vlogs again ty😊😊😊
GOD BLESS chief!😊 thank you sa mga vlogs mo madami kami natutunan 😊
I run the trains that unload here and the other Columbia river ports(Vanc, both Kalama elevators, and Longview). Also both Tacoma and interbay (Seattle). So if you get honked at by one of the orange and green trains, you just got recognized!!!!! Always wanted to check out a merchant ship, but never have the time....And I doubt you guys do either!
Nice chief...brings back memories. Keep up the good work.
I honestly think that i m gonna see all your 99 vídeos kkk.
Iam fascinated for your history.
Congrats again.
Alex Rodrigues loading master from santos.
Chief...another nice episode. Thanks for taking us along. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your crew!
Happy Holidays to you too!
Nakaka inspire talaga mga vlog mo chief! Ingat palagi sa pagsampa!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Chif, to you, your shipmates and their families at home. Smooth sailing, steady winds and calm seas. Looking forward to your next post.
Thanks! And Merry Christmas to you as well!
Idol Chief pareho mga byahe natin. Nakita ko na nman si Aleng Josie. 😆⚓️🚢
I totally get it chief having worked in the industry on tankers and bulk carriers It is the little things and time on shore that can make big difference I remember the time that a simple chocolate candy bar made the difference in making the last few weeks of a tire before heading home On the Great Lakes up North in MN or WI the bum boats that tie up along side the ship is your store until you could go into town Brings back memories
Yes chocolates. And after a few months at sea, McDonalds is like ambrosia. 😆
Awesome video appreciate you taking us on your adventure
Thanks Donald!
nice video sir!!,idol!, merry christmas in advance, have a safe voyage po
Merry Christmas to you and your shipmates!
Merry Christmas Robert!
I drive past that port facility pretty frequently on Interstate 5, and always enjoy looking at it, especially lit up in the fog, and it's cool seeing it from the other side, and finding out what it ships.
I might have been hauling past there while you were there, maybe next time I should honk as it pass lol
We'll be back there in January. Hopefully we transit the river during daytime.
Surviving the rough seas is a joy in itself..haha..keep safe guyz..good job to all!
Hello sir chief makoi! Ang saya ko naman po dahil napanood ko na naman vlogs mo. Ingat po palagi sir chief makoi..😊
Thanks!
Chief Makoiiiiiiiiiii. Ingat lagi at sa mga kasamahan mo 👍👍
Very professional video. Well done. Thank you.
I live just upriver of Kalama on my sailboat, in St. Helens. I have played Bass Guitar at the Goble Tavern right across the river from where you load.
Merry Christmas Chief Makoi, till your next Journey.
Thanks and Merry Christmas!
You have a great attitude, “we can find some amount of joy in even the simplest things.” Yeah, going to Best Buy might not sound like a great shore leave excursion but if you’ve been on board a ship for three months you’ll take what you can get, right? And it looks like you enjoyed it too. Right on! Great video. 👍🏻
Salamat sa mga vlog chief idol ka talaga😇😇more vlog to comes
always amazing videos with the chief
Thanks!
The video reminds me of the old saying, " If you can't find happiness in having nothing, then nothing will bring you happiness."
Welcome to America and the Pacific Northwest. We have a son, daughter-in-law, and 2 granddaughters who live in Kalama. My wife, Cheryl and I (Ross) grew up in Camas, Just upriver from Portland. So, we have been by the port countless times, but it was interesting to see what goes on there. I have been told that there is a tremendous amount of wheat that goes out there, so I would have guessed wheat instead of corn. I look forward to watching more of your channel. This was my first. Stay safe. God bless.
You guys are living tough life. Respect.
Thanks for this video Chief Makoi! I miss my hubby. He and the rest of his fellow seaman likes to go to Walmart , Ross and Tangers outlet. I'll tell him to go also to Best Buy and Target. Kudos to all seafarers out there!
Merry Christmas and happy new year 2019 in advance to you and all mates out at sea. looking forward to many more interesting videos.
That's cool how they bring the van to you with all the stuff. Looks like a lot of that stuff is from Costco!
I live in Kalama and work right next door to where you got loaded. I'd be happy to take you and some guys on a shore leave tour the next time your at Port here.
Great video... I'm waiting for the next video
Thanks!
Good am sir. Mas maganda pa rin po pag handymax maraming maganda lugar na mapupuntahan
kesa panamax. Hehe. Be safe sir chief.
thanks for this another vlogg chief makoi...
merry christmas
Good job 👍.. chief
Nice video sir, Newly subsciber from KSA, i love watching your video coz my brother is also seafarer.God bless all seafarers
Thanks!
Hi Sir
Can you please make a vlog about the work of an oiler? My Dad is an oiler , but i have no idea what is his work until know. Hope to see it one day sir.
Safe travels.
Another great VLOG Chief
Hi Chief another interesting video, and in particular the rolling store with Ate Josie, it is very entrepreneurial for them to operate this business, and so convenient for Filipino sailors
so far away from their families and homes. We have two nephews from the Phils currently serving on merchant vessels abroad, one on an LPG tanker which runs from Texas to foreign ports, and the other on an oil tanker. This nephew is a certified electrician but is working as a deckhand. Both are married with young families, so my wife and i understand the sacrifices
these young men make to support their families, just like you. If you ever come to Wellington NZ, we will meet you. Regards Bob and Lina. God bless.
Thanks! Regards to both of you as well and Merry Christmas!
I like the shop truck. The port in my home town has a shop in the port area itself run by the Mission to Seafarers, but during covid times, crew haven't even been allowed to go to that.
I like your channel, seafarer from Viet Nam
Thanks!
Salamat ng marami Chief 🖒
third video down. Glad you are making these!
Being on the ship for months at a time you have a positive attitude. Great video. New subscriber to your channel.
That's just the way I was brought up. Always see the silver lining.
Hello sir. May the Good Lord bless you, your crew mates and your ship. Always Be Careful. Hope I can find company soon 😅
Another great video from my favorite seaman vlogger! Godbless always chief and have a merry christmas and a happy new year! ♥
Well chief
It seem it will be christmas at sea for you and the crew.
Hope you have save passage and the cook prepare a good meal for that special day.
It's actually worse, we will be spending Christmas while the ship is in port, in Japan where Christmas is not a holiday. That means it will be just another day at work.
Ooooops!!! I forgot to wish you and your guys a Happy New year!!! Also, I am glad to see you get to put into port stateside, you and your group are a welcome sight, all the best for 2019!!!!!!
Nice!! This is awesome!
Now I know were you got that Target 🎯 bag I've seen on other episodes! Had me wondering for a moment!😂
Next time you are in Portland Oregon I would love to host you and a few of your crew. I'm an old man but I still get around enough that I think we'll have a pretty good time.
👍 another awesome blog 🌲merry Christmas to you and your crew .
Thanks! Merry Christmas to you too!
Thanks for sharing, Chief
Nice Vlog Brother!
I like your vlog sir I always follow 🙏🏻👍🏻
Amazing ✌🏻✌🏻
Merry Christmas Chief!
another great Video chief, you did mention about rough weather at times, and I thought that would be good to see how you batten down the hatches and ride it out on board. I know it might be hard to film in rough seas, but an idea for future videos?
I'm glad you asked. That's actually the topic for my latest episode which will be up in about 2.5 hours. 😄
@@ChiefMAKOi watched it today chief, I can understand why you stay awake just in case. Keep up the good production of your videos. Well done
Merry christmas and a happy new year! Looking to watching video of how you and crew celebrate this year. Hope the chef have bought a pig for lechon
Happy Holidays to you as well!
I love Chief Makoi