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Why we (and others) haven't bought a catamaran
We've escaped the MATRIX! Feels like we are on our second trip around the world looking for a boat...but ARE we looking for a boat anymore? Click here and use code OKELLYS3 for $3 off your first eSIM plan: try.airalo.com/TheOKellys This week's video takes you to several countries in pursuit of freedom. Might be the wrong time to buy!
00:00 Intro
02:22 FP Catamaran
03:23 Sponsor
06:09 Excess 11 sailing
08:20 Australia Catamaran
11:10 Megan’s Birthday lesson
11:55 SE Asia Cat
13:42 Off to Japan
15:20 Why No Boat?
17:50 Market Survey Findings
19:25 Properly Priced Boats are Selling
21:16 Why Japan?
24:20 Patron Thank You
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Nick and Megan have been #sailing and living #OffTheGrid on and off for the past 21 years. We love sharing our passion for #travel and #nature and hope we meet you out there!
Nick's Books and Audiobooks:
GET HER ON BOARD is about getting that significant other to buy into this cruising nonsense. People seem to like it.
Audiobook: www.audible.com/pd/B00CIE9I1I/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-006507&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_006507_rh_us
Book:
www.amazon.com/dp/0578057298/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_9zNQCbH21W9DB
LIVE ON THE MARGIN is about making money on the go trading stocks and options. I co-wrote it with Pat Schulte of Bumfuzzle. People seem to like that one too. All proceeds donated to our boat.
Audiobook: www.audible.com/pd/B00CMCGHPQ/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-006031&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_006031_rh_us
Book:
www.amazon.com/dp/0578116642/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_syNQCbZ7X68EN
Audiobooks:
BUMFUZZLE - Just out Looking for Pirates.
You know these guys, and now you know me, so have a listen.
www.audible.com/pd/B00CWJISRE/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-007114&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_007114_rh_us
BOUND FOR DISTANT SEAS, by James Baldwin
James is the real deal and this his story of adventure aboard a small, simple boat.
www.audible.com/pd/B015HQBDWU/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-043332&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_043332_rh_us
#BoatLife #Catamaran #TravelVlog #DigitalNomad #LifeStyle #Sailboats #Sailing #cruising #MeganOkelly #NickOkelly #offgrid #nomad #sail #boat #ocean #theokellys #multihull
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Відео

UNDER CONTRACT on a PERFORMANCE CAT + life update
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Sorry for the absence, let's catch up! We are under contract on a performance catamaran and are enroute now! Check out MyHeritage using bit.ly/TheOKellys and use code THEOKELLYS for free shipping. As an added bonus, you can start a 30-day free trial of MyHeritage’s best subscription for family history research. This week we answer your burning questions about aluminum boats, swallowing the anch...
Performance vs Non-Performance Catamarans - Rethinking our Next Boat
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We’ve learned a lot since we caught the Performance Catamaran bug, and wish this video existed when we began our search. Performance Catamaran questions everyone should investigate before purchasing. Thanks to our sponsor SEED: Click: bit.ly/3TAUqGr and get 25% off Seed’s DS-01® Daily Synbiotic with our code: OKELLY25 "How Much Faster are Performance Catamarans?" - SV Belle and Beast ua-cam.com...
End of the Road with Outremer - Atlantic Crossing Part 3
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Our final days crossing the Atlantic on the Outremer 55 Moonshot were spent dodging thunderstorms and motoring the last couple hundred miles to the British Virgin Islands. Not the glorious ending we were all expecting, but when the wind leaves your sails flogging, you still have to move forward. We set our course in a new direction. If you’re looking to do a crewed charter in the British Virgin...
HUGE FAIL Mid-Ocean -Outremer 55 Atlantic Crossing Part 2-
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IT ALWAYS HAPPENS AT NIGHT! This Outremer 55 catamaran has some serious horsepower and the right sails for the right conditions. As we continue our Atlantic crossing, we have great luck with a symmetrical spinnaker, and terrible luck with the asymmetrical spinnaker. ⛵️ FOR BEHIND THE SCENES UPDATES & TIPS, JOIN OUR COMMUNITY www.patreon.com/theokellys ⚓️ LOOKING FOR HELP ON BUYING A BOAT - LET'...
15' Seas on an Outremer 55 catamaran -Atlantic Crossing Part 1-
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What's it like in 15 foots seas aboard a performance boat? A "good enough" window to leave the Canary Islands sends us into rough weather for a few days. We talk routing, which weather models are "best," and when to use which. We also check in with Megan back in Texas where she is trying to heal up. If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Click betterhelp.com/okellys...
Offshore Electronics Explained -B&G, Starlink, Iridium- MID-ATLANTIC UPDATE
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I won't sail open water without some very specific equipment aboard this Outremer 55 catamaran. Plus I give a tour/explaination of our B&G navigation equipment. 00:00 Intro 02:00 Satellite Coms 08:01 B&G Interface 17:27 Thank You ⛵️ FOR BEHIND THE SCENES UPDATES & TIPS, JOIN OUR COMMUNITY www.patreon.com/theokellys ⚓️ LOOKING FOR HELP ON BUYING A BOAT - LET'S CHAT ON ZOOM! www.sailclarity.com/c...
Are Performance Catamarans MORE Comfortable at Sea? Mid-Atlantic Update
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Are performance cruising catamarans like the Outremer or Balance or HH more comfortable at sea than a slower, heavier cat like a Leopard, Lagoon, or Fountain Pajot? I give you my opinions on that, from part way across the Atlantic Ocean. ⛵️ FOR BEHIND THE SCENES UPDATES & TIPS, JOIN OUR COMMUNITY www.patreon.com/theokellys ⚓️ LOOKING FOR HELP ON BUYING A BOAT - LET'S CHAT ON ZOOM! www.sailclari...
WHY we got off the Outremer 55
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Sadly we're no longer aboard the Outremer 55 Moonshot. Deadlines and destinations do not mix well aboard a cruising boat. We're going to shift gears to hopefully make everyone happy.
Leaving in a STORM (of sorts)
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A ton of work to do in the final days before departure from France aboard the beautiful Outremer 55, Moonshot. It was a team effort as the crew from Outremer Catamarans burned the midnight oil to get us off the dock on time. ⛵️ FOR BEHIND THE SCENES UPDATES & TIPS, JOIN OUR COMMUNITY www.patreon.com/theokellys ⚓️ LOOKING FOR HELP ON BUYING A BOAT - LET'S CHAT ON ZOOM! www.sailclarity.com/consul...
TOO MUCH SAIL? Pushing the limits of the Outremer 55
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Confidence comes from knowing where the limits are. This week we push the Outremer 55 hard in strong winds to see what the boat can take. We have professionals aboard in case something goes wrong in a hurry. Will we be ready to cross the Atlantic in a couple weeks? ⛵️ FOR BEHIND THE SCENES UPDATES & TIPS, JOIN OUR COMMUNITY www.patreon.com/theokellys ⚓️ LOOKING FOR HELP ON BUYING A BOAT - LET'S...
A CRAZY PLAN FOR THIS OUTREMER 55
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Welcome to the Outremer 55, Moonshot. Let's have a look around and go for a sail! This is one SERIOUS performance catamaran, and yet still one of the most comfortable cats we've ever been on. Comfort and performance...what should we do with it? How about an audacious plan to sail some SERIOUS mileage really soon. ⛵️ FOR BEHIND THE SCENES UPDATES & TIPS, JOIN OUR COMMUNITY www.patreon.com/theoke...
Arrival in France & BIG PLANS
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We take the keys to a beautiful Outremer 55 for the adventure of a lifetime. The plan is in fast-forward motion as we prepare to cross the Atlantic in a matter of weeks. Join us as we fly back to France to get the party started! Get an exclusive Surfshark Holiday deal! Enter promo code OKELLYS to get up to 6 additional months for free at surfshark.deals/okellys. ⛵️ FOR BEHIND THE SCENES UPDATES...
Opportunity of a Lifetime - Next Steps Revealed
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The opportunity of a lifetime to sail an Outremer 55 performance catamaran requires a lot of gear...from foul weather gear to camera equipment, it all has to get to France soon. We'll also be answering your questions! Join us in Portland, Oregon as we say our goodbyes and get ready for a grand adventure. ⛵️ FOR BEHIND THE SCENES UPDATES & TIPS, JOIN OUR COMMUNITY www.patreon.com/theokellys ⚓️ L...
We Got A Boat - UNBELIEVABLE STORY
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Not just any catamaran, but one of the finest ever produced. This has been an extraordinary journey for us, with a lot of ups and downs. This week’s sponsor is Babbel. Start speaking a new language in 3 weeks with Babbel. Get 60% OFF your subscription - click ➡️ go.babbel.com/t?bsc=1200m60-youtube-theokellys-dec-2023&btp=default&UA-cam&Influencer..theokellys..USA..UA-cam We couldn't be more thr...
Embarrassed at "Outremer Week" Catamaran Training
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Embarrassed at "Outremer Week" Catamaran Training
BIG CHANGES in the CATAMARAN MARKET + Nick's 50th in Paris
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BIG CHANGES in the CATAMARAN MARKET Nick's 50th in Paris
2 BIG problems with the Outremer 52
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2 BIG problems with the Outremer 52
GAME CHANGERS! The BEST New Catamarans at the Cannes Yachting Festival
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GAME CHANGERS! The BEST New Catamarans at the Cannes Yachting Festival
Should We Tri Again?? - Iceland to French Riviera
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Should We Tri Again?? - Iceland to French Riviera
Stuck on a Rock! (RAW & UNFILTERED Boat Buying)
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Stuck on a Rock! (RAW & UNFILTERED Boat Buying)
When You Know, You Know - (Catamaran Search)
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When You Know, You Know - (Catamaran Search)
WHY did we disappear?
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WHY did we disappear?
Boat Buying Hell & Hackers impersonate our attorney!
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Boat Buying Hell & Hackers impersonate our attorney!
We had to quit YouTubing to find a boat!
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We had to quit YouTubing to find a boat!
I Have Skin Cancer Again
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I Have Skin Cancer Again
SAVE YOUR MONEY! Problems to look for on a USED Catamaran
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SAVE YOUR MONEY! Problems to look for on a USED Catamaran
WE'RE NOT buying a catamaran right now. Instead...
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WE'RE NOT buying a catamaran right now. Instead...
7 CRITICAL Questions to ask before you BUY A BOAT
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7 CRITICAL Questions to ask before you BUY A BOAT
WE DON'T NEED A BOAT! Is the BOAT market softening?
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WE DON'T NEED A BOAT! Is the BOAT market softening?

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @jeffcossaboon5012
    @jeffcossaboon5012 38 хвилин тому

    Really miss your videos. Thanks for the update and staying in touch.

  • @brettbatchelor3205
    @brettbatchelor3205 Годину тому

    Love your editing... Great to see your faces. We are the 300k folks. Your insight is so valuable. thank you from Sandpoint Idaho...

  • @animistchannel
    @animistchannel Годину тому

    "...and the award for best homespun production cinematography, music, and editing in the Travelogue category goes to: O'Kellys!" Keep being you, and thank you again for these marvelous tours of your journeys, by whatever means you take them at the time.

  • @justinstevenson5807
    @justinstevenson5807 Годину тому

    Come on guys.. the search is getting a bit to long now! How about just picking up a nice mono hull and sailing around the Japanese islands. Would love to see that. I’m not in the market for a boat yet.. but I think cats are a bit over rated.

  • @mikesilver2283
    @mikesilver2283 2 години тому

    On YT channel "Shaman Adventures" guy in 2024 year bought from original owner a 1992 year Privelege 435 for a ... 100.000$😸. Owner wanted 120k, but dude done some haggle and owner agreed on 100k. And that cat was in good shape and in rare owners version. Meanwhile some broker sells usual version of same model - 2002 Privelege 435 for... 280.000$. To all: ignore catamaran broker company's and try to find owners selling boat. And trade, I mean haggle, don't just agree on prices they name.

  • @Haladmer
    @Haladmer 2 години тому

    Actively watching cat prices since late last year, even the charter market sale prices are dropping (sort of stalled currently due to the summer hype, but will probably fall a bit more before the end of the year) on Leopards and Lagoons (can still even find some 2016 to 2019 powercats in the 40-50' range for under $500k if you're willing to look at former charter boats as well). The last pandemic was just one cause of the huge rush on supply, and now folks are realizing how expensive boats are, and/or have to adjust because of other financial or employment issues. So there is now actually a rather large supply of boats out there, as long as you're not chasing brands, but we all know cats will always be more expensive than a monohull.

  • @mikesilver2283
    @mikesilver2283 3 години тому

    I did this year vaccination from flu and The Bug (phizer) and recomend to wear N95 masks during flights and in airports. Whish you well from Ukraine.👍🥂

  • @ThoughtfulWander
    @ThoughtfulWander 3 години тому

    Psst still waiting on the unveiling of the O'Kelly submarine tours!😂👍👍

  • @ThoughtfulWander
    @ThoughtfulWander 3 години тому

    Great episode! Stay safe and keep rolling O'Kelly's! 👍👍

  • @tomwolf9420
    @tomwolf9420 3 години тому

    The intro! THE INTRO! I thought the therapist session was genius but this beats it hands down 😂😂😂

  • @ladykay8
    @ladykay8 3 години тому

    I know you're a pilot, but you don't like heights? I get that you're the one in control as a pilot, but wow.

  • @exploranator
    @exploranator 4 години тому

    Ask for detailed pictures and videos from sellers, with a card with current date handwritten in frame. It will save you tens of thousands of dollars in travel costs. If they refuse, THEY ARE HIDING SOMETHING, VERY POSSIBLY...

  • @congsan3528
    @congsan3528 4 години тому

    Inshore fishing boats are the same. They are over prices.

  • @allan8004
    @allan8004 4 години тому

    It sounds very much like your hearts are just not in it{ Sailing} any more, if you have the skins to travel by other means, Plane, Train, Automobile, etc. then why not there all much faster right, you have fun enjoy Japan, All the best, Al.

  • @paulfitzgerald1466
    @paulfitzgerald1466 4 години тому

    Cruising is just a way of life, it’s not just about boats.

  • @paulfitzgerald1466
    @paulfitzgerald1466 4 години тому

    A broker in Queensland told me he and a lot of other brokers are knocking back catamaran listings because sellers have such unrealistic ideas of their boats value..

  • @jimbobschell
    @jimbobschell 4 години тому

    I am on my way to Anitgua to survey a boat. Not 5 minutes before I watched this video I set up my Airalo account and bought the plan. Happy to see you back on the interwebs, bummed you still haven't found a boat. Good Luck!

  • @DJDog1
    @DJDog1 4 години тому

    Enjoy every day. Time is not guaranteed. All the best to both of you on this journey of life. I hope you find whatever it is you both are looking for.

  • @bryanboissoneault2851
    @bryanboissoneault2851 5 годин тому

    Of you want to go sailing, buy a nice mono and go sailing. 😂

  • @servandopatlan6150
    @servandopatlan6150 5 годин тому

    I liked the video. Cruising does not require owning a boat. Have you considered buying back Clarity?

  • @clelandian
    @clelandian 5 годин тому

    Pilot doesn’t like heights? 😊

  • @cainefrost
    @cainefrost 5 годин тому

    Too bad I didn’t know you were in Japan, I could’ve shown you around my area. I’m further south though

  • @clayfarnet970
    @clayfarnet970 5 годин тому

    Be patient, between interest and economic conditions the deals are coming.

  • @mark7362
    @mark7362 5 годин тому

    I wonder how hard it would be to just make your own catamaran out of two old monohull sailboats, I know it's probably naiive of me to say lol but wouldn't it be nice

  • @davidries5794
    @davidries5794 6 годин тому

    That Healey in Oz was worth that leg of the trip!

  • @UUBrahman
    @UUBrahman 6 годин тому

    Please include trimarans in your search. Fiberglass or aluminum.

  • @oliversmith9756
    @oliversmith9756 6 годин тому

    Miss you guys. It’s been a minute.

  • @clayfarnet970
    @clayfarnet970 6 годин тому

    Nick is comfortable only when traveling at sea level.

  • @cnc75adventures49
    @cnc75adventures49 6 годин тому

    I LOVE TACOS TOO👍👍

  • @chrisnelson5877
    @chrisnelson5877 6 годин тому

    Until then see you next time.

  • @sailinghopes3943
    @sailinghopes3943 6 годин тому

    We soooo want you guys to get a boat!! Miss those old videos and also want you two to be happy on the water again

  • @dianegriffith3006
    @dianegriffith3006 6 годин тому

    And here you are. Thinner too. You look great and very optimistic about your future. So great to see you today. 👋🚤👋

  • @SailingAwayNZ
    @SailingAwayNZ 6 годин тому

    I decided to build a boat, as I wanted to keep my properties so I'm not in the $1M range but definitely in the $300K range, I made this decision as I want a passive income while I sail away

  • @user-hv8ir2ef6r
    @user-hv8ir2ef6r 6 годин тому

    Any market has 2 sets of idiots. 1). Sellers that think they can sell at the highest possible price, and 2). Buyers that think they can buy the best at the lowest possible price. Both miss out, both lose! If you added up the cost in expenses and time that you have wasted looking for boats over the past 4 years you probably have spent 50% of the boats purchase price. It's akin to driving across town to save 1 cent per litre of fuel. Spend 5 to save 1.

    • @AnthonyParr-do5jk
      @AnthonyParr-do5jk 4 години тому

      You may be missing the point here when you have owned a boat before you will be super careful about what you get next if it's for long term.

    • @user-hv8ir2ef6r
      @user-hv8ir2ef6r 4 години тому

      @@AnthonyParr-do5jk I have built my own trailer sailer and owned multiple yachts. I'd say you're missing at least 2 points. 1). The compound effect of inflation, even if you save $100k today, compared to the value of money 4 years ago, you have still lost. 2). The opportunity cost, if you both truly want to be cruising then you've lost 4 years of your cruising life and no matter what, you can never get that back. If you simply want a traveling life then go for it but don't pretend you're a sailing channel.

    • @AnthonyParr-do5jk
      @AnthonyParr-do5jk 3 години тому

      @@user-hv8ir2ef6r you may be right there stay happy.

  • @edgarmuller6652
    @edgarmuller6652 6 годин тому

    A pilot that heats heights. 😂 I see why you became a sailor.

  • @roberre164
    @roberre164 7 годин тому

    Wonderful video! Sounds like there are just as many misrepresenters, benders of the truth and all round ne'er-do-wells in the boat game as the aircraft game. Recent conversation.."Yeah mate, this Bonanza is as good as the day it was built! As the ad says, got full maintenance records, garmin top range, never an accident and flies straight as an arrow." On inspection..."How come the rudder is a different colour to the photos?" "Ah that, some idiot ran into it and a mate had a spare so I whacked that on, just haven't had time to paint it. Still flies great!" Oh, and 100% go for the Airalo sim. Been using that for some time and it works great. Many, many airline pilots use it.

  • @redbovine
    @redbovine 7 годин тому

    Scared of heights. I thought you had your pilots license.

  • @flytoday
    @flytoday 7 годин тому

    You should just buy another ex-charter leopard

  • @GinaParris
    @GinaParris 8 годин тому

    15:16 on the bright side, I gotta try that collagen facial! You’re looking extra lovely Megan. (And it’s the one thing in my current budget…😜)

  • @mlgilbert4621
    @mlgilbert4621 8 годин тому

    you guys have been looking for quite some time now! Why don't you look at building your own boat like Nahoa or Delos are doing? You are "wasting" a lot of time and money travelling the world and being disappointed upon viewing! I'm so disappointed for you!!

  • @robertlaird6746
    @robertlaird6746 9 годин тому

    Great video! I'm only interested in one model of boat but the prices are way to high on everything so I invested my money into precious metals which is doing extremely well. I'm thinking that the market is about to crash really hard and that precious metals will continue to skyrocket at the same time. When that fully takes place, I will purchase my dream boat and sail off into the sunset.

  • @wadeterheide8873
    @wadeterheide8873 9 годин тому

    Take the Powder, it's a trick!

  • @geodesy2009
    @geodesy2009 9 годин тому

    If someone selling a boat materially misrepresents the condition of the boat, as in your example you used of a boat with grossly misstated engine hours, why don’t you reveal these scoundrels? We’d love to see exactly why and how these owners and/or brokers are trying to cheat you and others. Save some poor schmuck the pain and cost of that trip to Tahiti for a fraud.

  • @marceld6061
    @marceld6061 9 годин тому

    I hate to say it but, some of that gear you have been lugging around could have been purchased a few times over for what I expect the luggage costs must have been?

  • @Jason114752
    @Jason114752 9 годин тому

    Good luck. Always enjoyed your videos. You do a quality assessments on a topic that nobody covers. Thanks, I'm sure something will shake out

  • @Anasophia2002
    @Anasophia2002 10 годин тому

    Cool of you to demonetize for awhile. Still, drop a video now and then please. We were worried by the long interval.

  • @saltlightdix4704
    @saltlightdix4704 10 годин тому

    If your still in Japan, come on over to amazing Toyama……it might be worth the effort Kev

  • @darrensworking
    @darrensworking 10 годин тому

    Maybe start doing travel vids in the mean time

  • @steveyoung8376
    @steveyoung8376 10 годин тому

    why dont you buy a new boat

  • @terryroth9707
    @terryroth9707 10 годин тому

    You guys have as much good luck fishing as you are finding a new boat. Your fans are rooting for you, though, and I'm sure you will find your new home in due time. God bless.