Finding & Sailing an Abandoned Sailboat in the Caribbean... (Sailing Brick House #85)

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  • čas přidán 28. 08. 2024
  • Michael Hayward helped Rebecca Childress sail her sailboat “Brick House” across the Atlantic ocean to the Caribbean to continue her circumnavigation. Now he has found his own sailboat, all but abandoned in the Caribbean, and sails away on his new Laurin Koster sailboat- a little Swedish sailboat built to cross oceans! Rebecca Childress will now need to find crew or solo sail her Valiant 40 to finish her circumnavigation.
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Komentáře • 726

  • @davidboatman2531
    @davidboatman2531 Před rokem +58

    Michael played a very key role in getting you across a very difficult bar in your life. Got teary-eyed watching this one. Yet another turning point in our lives. …and so it goes.

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +15

      Yes… nothing is set in stone… Sailing is kinda like life… plans in the sand at low tide…

    • @davidboatman2531
      @davidboatman2531 Před rokem +6

      Well said…

    • @garrymccoy4053
      @garrymccoy4053 Před rokem +7

      @@SailingBrickHouse-RVLife sorry to hear this, but one needs to do what is best for them. I fell in love with your beauty and secretly was envious of Michael, but also was pulling for you both. I will continue to look forward to your videos and progress, God bless yu both and Fair Sailing

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      @@garrymccoy4053 thanks everyone. Michael is a GREAT guy and indeed got me through a lot. I think he’s tell you I did the same for him in other ways. The only thing constant is change…sone people are just not meant to be forever .

  • @MikeGritten
    @MikeGritten Před rokem +69

    I've been a lurker on Rebecca's channel now for several years as I always found her content to be informative and educational. Michael, that was a really well-done episode! I enjoyed your narrative style and the good explanations. Please, keep it up! Setup your own channel and I will be one of your first subscribers! Congrats, on the "new" boat. She's lovely.

  • @davidc6510
    @davidc6510 Před rokem +27

    Michael! You sir are a class act to leave everything behind and help Rebecca travel from South Africa to the Western Caribbean through good times and bad. It has been a pleasure to get to know you and although things did not gel between you it was great to learn that a new opportunity was able to come your way in the form of a new boat and bring yourself new adventure. Wishing you all the best mate. Thank you both for making this video and letting us view the epilogue to your mutual story that has ended in friendship. Beautiful video. Fair winds and following seas to you both. Most of all ... thank you for sharing

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +5

      Ah thanks David for your kind comments as always. Michael and I share a very special bond and always will.

    • @LindaHutchings
      @LindaHutchings Před rokem

      @@SailingBrickHouse-RVLife ❤

  • @markmurison6642
    @markmurison6642 Před rokem +20

    I am so grateful, to both of you ... for the telling of your stories, so candidly, with such openness and with sometimes a ' hard to watch ' kind of honesty. We are drawn in and want to travel alongside you while your adventures lead you in the direction of the wind. We look forward to those jouneys and wish you fair winds.

  • @maxwellsadventurevlog987
    @maxwellsadventurevlog987 Před rokem +55

    Michael needs his own channel so we can follow him. It’s been a pleasure following this journey!

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +15

      Yea . It’s a bit of work to set up another channel but certainly possible. But why do twice as much work to keep two channels going instead of sharing one?

    • @SteinVarjord
      @SteinVarjord Před rokem +3

      @@SailingBrickHouse-RVLife You’re right, of course!

    • @shabbydoris
      @shabbydoris Před rokem +4

      @@SailingBrickHouse-RVLife meantime, Michael is pretty diligent on his Facebook updates . . . . 🙂

    • @Kit2Canada
      @Kit2Canada Před rokem +3

      @@shabbydoris could you give us the link on FB please ?

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +5

      He may start his own channel later but for right now it’s less work for us both to share the same space even if we can’t share the same boat

  • @WernerSchroeder
    @WernerSchroeder Před rokem +8

    I for one would love to see more of both Rebecca and Michael on their Journeys.

  • @christopherjacques9658
    @christopherjacques9658 Před rokem +5

    Seas have an ebb and flow and so life goes with happy and sad times, there is such sadness within the video. Good to see you have both blended the happiness and sadness together in a kindhearted way, as you now have created great forever memories. ❤️

  • @timhardman4764
    @timhardman4764 Před rokem +9

    Glad to see you both looking happy as you go your separate ways. Hope you both find peace and happiness in the years to come.

  • @jaredkelsey9964
    @jaredkelsey9964 Před rokem +14

    I would like to see more videos from Rebecca and from Michael. Perhaps Michael starts up his own AmigaMia channel?
    Keep sailing Rebecca!

    • @johnstuebner9143
      @johnstuebner9143 Před rokem +1

      Me too

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +3

      Thanks…we will keep putting the sailing videos from both boats up. More sense from a work perspective to put them up here, but you never know…watch this space!

  • @cmonster7832
    @cmonster7832 Před rokem +2

    Michael was the angel that God sent to Rebecca to get through the rough spots. I've had many angels in my life and I know they can't stay forever but they always stay in your heart. I'm so delighted to see you both setting a course for new adventures, like any good sailor should. God bless you both!

  • @marccohen5477
    @marccohen5477 Před rokem +3

    I've loved watching you and Brickhouse for four or five years. Susan and I have lived on our Perry-designed Saga 43 since she was new sailing in New England.

  • @christip20
    @christip20 Před rokem +10

    I’m very happy to see that you’re remaining friends, and of course I want to continue watching & keeping up with the both of you…. You’re both very special people that I’ve always felt taught us things by allowing us to come along on your adventures.

  • @littleninja71
    @littleninja71 Před rokem +19

    What a beautiful journey, and albeit painful, a beautiful farewell. Accepting pain/discomfort as part of life is vital and you shared this part of your journey so eloquently. I hope you both will continue to share your journeys through social media with us and may those journeys be successful and full of happiness and joy.

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +2

      Thanks so much… we both hope to find happiness, adventure and lots of sailing in the future!

  • @vogtfamily8971
    @vogtfamily8971 Před rokem +8

    wow can't believe it's be 2 years of me sitting in my office at work while you guys sailed around. Take care, safety first, all the best to both of you, from our family to yours

  • @royballantine6788
    @royballantine6788 Před rokem +3

    Thank you Michael and Rebecca. Good luck in your separate paths, and I look forward to new videos from each of you.

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      Thanks Roy …we will both continue sailing I think and sailing videos will be done along the way by each of us

  • @ross798
    @ross798 Před rokem +2

    I think Michael came at a time when he was needed most. I did not expect it to last a lifetime, it seemed too much, too soon, but as I said, needed. Life is all about the journey.
    I think I said this before, but it's worth repeating, I enjoy sailing channels and some were more serious, some were almost a party boat, I always turned to Patrick for the serious sailor explaining everything about boating. His loss was no doubt extremely hard to take, it was not easy for those who had never even met him.
    I am glad Michael helped you make it back.

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      Yes Michael came at such a critical time in my life…I was so very lucky to sail with him. He will be in my heart forever.

  • @tracycost6610
    @tracycost6610 Před rokem +14

    We are honored to know you both. Great people. Good luck and we hope to see you again.

  • @danerlandsom9884
    @danerlandsom9884 Před rokem +2

    Both of you are awesome people! You’ve chosen to share your lives with us in this very impersonal venue. Thank you!
    We land in the Bahamas in November ‘23. If you want the most incredible waters in the world come on up!

  • @bernardszirth9665
    @bernardszirth9665 Před rokem +2

    In the end, you were there for each other’s ups and downs and remain connected through your adventures and discoveries! Well done and thank you!

  • @fornik8er
    @fornik8er Před rokem +6

    hell of a journey for you both, great to see people's individuality survive such a close relationship. Still missing Patrick but you've both got stories to tell yet. A sailing channel for sailors keep on doing it

  • @shabbydoris
    @shabbydoris Před rokem +2

    Hi Rebecca - as I discovered after my wife passed in 2012, after 36 years together, it takes time (5 - 10 years) to recover fully from the train-wreck your life becomes. Serendipity helped you by sending you a gentle but capable soul in your time of need. People come into our lives for a reason, a season or a lifetime. In your case, I believe you and Michael have the blessing of all 3 - at various times. Michael is an angel. Now you are back on your feet, fighting fit, hope re-invigorated, it is time, once again, to embrace the wonderful adventure, to go on - living the dream! Patrick would have been so proud of you, dear woman.🤔🤗💐

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +2

      Oh goodness… thank you… Yep it still doesn’t feel completely normal yet but it’s not so bad now. Michael got me through the worst of it. I was so lucky to have a sailor and a friend like him through it all.

    • @shabbydoris
      @shabbydoris Před rokem

      Rebecca, I had never heard of you and Brickhouse - nor Patrick - untiI you cried your heart out on 'What really happened to Patrick Childress' in Cape Town - South Africa - live on CZcams!!! Sadly, I still feel your pain. However, as one chapter closes, another will surely open. You and Michael achieved many milestones - good. Be strong, dear lady, there is more serendipity to come . . . 😉

  • @robertorzech8922
    @robertorzech8922 Před rokem +2

    I love that little 'Blade Lock" for the tiller . Great channel ! Fair winds ! Cheers !

  • @janicechilders4885
    @janicechilders4885 Před rokem +3

    Michael, well done. Glad you are having your channel. Both of you be safe!

  • @thomasnisbett
    @thomasnisbett Před rokem +1

    Rebecca... keep sharing your life with us as you have for years now. Michael... thank you for all that you've done for Rebecca, and your sharing your unique brand with us. If either of you ever make it to Atlantic Canada, make sure to let us know you're coming. Keep on keeping on... both of you!

  • @andyrmac7733
    @andyrmac7733 Před rokem +3

    Yes please would love to see more of Michael's adventures

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      Thanks Andy…will pass it on to Michael. He is a great videography and both of our sailing adventures will be here!

  • @elizabethmaggs3412
    @elizabethmaggs3412 Před rokem +3

    Brilliant video! Thanks. I would love to see more of Michael and Rebecca's separate videos.
    Best wishes to you both for the future! Xxx

  • @saylaveenadmearedead
    @saylaveenadmearedead Před rokem +1

    Awesome, now you can sail home and get your dog and head east!!! Go Captain Michael... fair winds, you earned it.

  • @wallcfa
    @wallcfa Před rokem +1

    Came across this channel via a link from an article in Sail magazine. A very moving story, and it's not over. Be well, you two! Fair winds and following seas!

  • @adriennea3450
    @adriennea3450 Před rokem +1

    once again I am in awe at the resiliency of your heart and beautiful soul. Fair winds

  • @jonspigel7172
    @jonspigel7172 Před rokem +3

    I look forward to following both of your journeys going forward. As a 3 time Valiant owner of course I take special interest in your adventures but on a human level I really respect your candor as you navigate what life deals out to us all. Thanks for sharing.

  • @UUBrahman
    @UUBrahman Před rokem +3

    Congratulations on your new beautiful boat, Michael, you deserve it.

  • @TheWaterbouy88
    @TheWaterbouy88 Před rokem +1

    Two wonderful people, thank you for sharing your life together story.

  • @stephanieburns4560
    @stephanieburns4560 Před rokem +6

    Wow! Such emotion and in the dearest place in my heart, Carriacou. Look up from Tyrell Bay towards White Island and you'll see our house. That was amazing. Yes, we want to follow you both. What a journey!

    • @rebeccachildressmichaelhay6420
      @rebeccachildressmichaelhay6420 Před rokem +3

      Thanks Stephanie! We both love Carriacou, and will be back plenty!

    • @dondassinger6202
      @dondassinger6202 Před rokem

      Wonderful. Agreed.
      Question: which Caribbean countries and ports and towns, as you expeiwnce them, are the best for low cost or moderate cost ownership and long term rental, and slip rental, with fewer flyong bugs, and with suburb landcscape and ocean views and mild climate for boating safely and also quiet safe land experiences and activities?
      Josie and I may get a place near some good port and provide lT computer services and procurement and delivery and provisioning servixes soon. Don Dassinger, BS IT CIS central Phoenix Arizona USA

  • @SuperNova-Steve
    @SuperNova-Steve Před rokem +3

    I watched it again, which I don’t think I’ve ever done on CZcams unless it’s a technical vid.
    This is a great film man. I commented on some technical aspects but honestly 2nd time round I never noticed them.
    Keep your style at all costs.
    Love the yacht, the tiller lock device is really nice, never seen it. Also the Bimini is gold and very clever fishing Rod storage.

  • @ittybittykittyrescue4843

    I followed Brick House for many years long before Rebeccas husband past. It was great when you came aboard to help when you did. While it’s true some of what was shared should’ve been kept between the two of you we are all human and I think that is what made people continue watching. I wish you both the best. How exciting to have your own boat now. Michael you’re a great storyteller & I will be sure to continue watching both channels. Fair winds~

    • @rebeccachildressmichaelhay6420
      @rebeccachildressmichaelhay6420 Před rokem

      Thank you, I guess in hindsight we could have done things differently, but it is what it is. No regrets. Thanks for watching and commenting! Mike

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem

      Thanks for your comments and for watching our sailing channel…

  • @danieloliver20
    @danieloliver20 Před rokem +4

    Well done you two, I know it's sad to part ways, but what a wonderful journey you had! Please, please, more videos of both of you, cheers!

  • @frederickschuster7453
    @frederickschuster7453 Před rokem +5

    Definitely want more stories from both of you!

  • @kathleensullivan102
    @kathleensullivan102 Před rokem +1

    Wonderful watching, the happy and sad moments, the fun and work, the ups and downs, al the hello's and the goodbyes all part of your wonderful journey. The love of the ocean and sailing is truly in your genes! Your Dad is very proud of you. We wish you all the best on the Cape to Rio race, and lots of wonderful sailing time on your beautiful Amiga Mia may she be a wonderful and faithful friend and see you safely across the seas. I do hope that one day you write a book,!

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      Hi Kathy..it’s Rebecca…it’s a beautiful comment…will try to get Mike to respond to it too… thanks for being my family in S Africa… I hope one day I will see you all again…

    • @rebeccachildressmichaelhay6420
      @rebeccachildressmichaelhay6420 Před rokem

      Thank you Kathy! Dinner soon!

  • @karstenfalck4562
    @karstenfalck4562 Před rokem +5

    Congratulations to your new boat! I'm from Sweden myself, and here the Laurin 32 is very well known among bluewater sailors. The seaworthiness is top class, they are very sturdy and well built. Good luck:)

  • @svbluehighway
    @svbluehighway Před rokem +1

    Great job of finishing the story! (and beginning a new one) Cheers to both captains and their trusty vessels.

  • @laurenhansman3447
    @laurenhansman3447 Před rokem +3

    An excellent video Michael. Please keep them coming. I wish you both all the best as you continue sailing and sharing your adventures with us hopefully.

  • @tommussington8330
    @tommussington8330 Před rokem +3

    Rebecca please keep posting I'm an old fart that can't do what you're doing and wishing I could and living through your adventures!

  • @davecochran7324
    @davecochran7324 Před rokem

    Life has a way to bring together souls from different walks of life. They come together and share the wonders and struggles wondering where the journey will lead to. Your Dreams and your lives will always be joined as you move on to follow this new path. Love is hard to understand some times and as long as you have respect and support each other it doesn't matter. Cant wait to see what this new journey has in store I will always follow you and enjoy this with you. Well Done to you both.

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      Oh Dave..thank you so much for such kind words for us both… so good to have you here..l

  • @Ron-up7vv
    @Ron-up7vv Před rokem +4

    Dear Rebecca and Michael ! Rebecca , every time I watch your videos I remember the one where you told us of the passing of Patrick and it still brings tears to my eyes. It is SOOO obvious you were soulmates and this was a hard, if not impossible act for Michael to follow. I think it was very brave of Michael to abandon his boat and sail away with you. Now, sailing away separately seems to be the right decision (very emotional to see you setting off in the dinghy on your own).
    Michael : from your videos I feel you are a kind and gentle soul. I am very sorry things did not work out with Rebecca.
    I wish you both the best of luck and fair sailings ! Something tells me that had you met at a different time in our your lives things would have worked out and I would not be surprised that when you get to the same anchorage in 2 or 3 years time you will get back together . BEST of Luck to you BOTH.
    Look forward to your videos.

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      Ah Ron,l thanks for such a thought out comment. yes in a different time and place I think things may have worked out better. In many many ways Michael was the man of my dreams…much different than Patrick who was also the man of my dreams. But it just wasn’t working at this point in our lives. We will always be friends and deeply live eachother.

  • @happygarden7111
    @happygarden7111 Před rokem +2

    Great video Michael! I hope to see videos of Amiga Mia and also of Rebecca's life. Its wonderful that you can both appreciate the other still.

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +2

      Huge love for eachother…we will keep posting sailing adventures between the two boats…Brick House and Amiga Mia

  • @joeaguirre3304
    @joeaguirre3304 Před rokem +1

    You were both where you needed to be then. You are both where you need to be now.
    Yes I will look forward to continue following you Rebecca.
    Michael, I’m hoping you will start your own channel, I will be watching all that you choose to share.

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      Thanks Joe… either way, both of our sailing adventures will be posted. One channel is so much work..can’t imagine two!

  • @nickviner1225
    @nickviner1225 Před rokem +3

    It Is hard to see your breakup but your care for each other is commendable.

  • @dougfaulkner6799
    @dougfaulkner6799 Před rokem +2

    I wish the very best for both of you. Life is a bittersweet symphony for sure but its the journey that weaves our tapestry. I hope to see you both in your future adventures.

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem

      Thank you…we will both keep having sailing adventures…so please keep watching for more sailing adventures.

  • @nmsspacedude9799
    @nmsspacedude9799 Před rokem

    'Well, what a journey . . . ' as they say. Having had my fair share of bereavement, tough life and great supporting friends, and confusions about futures, and new starts, (I think it's called 'Life,') I can only wish you both Every Blessing on both of your journeys. Just each be yourself, and true to yourself, and see what life the universe and everything continues to teach you. And - wherever possible - love yourselves and look for and enjoy the good times.
    I'm very happy to 'take you as I find you,' both, and will value hearing about adventures in whatever way you each present them! Carry On Sailors!

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      Thanks that’s a beautiful comment all the way around. You must be a sailor ;)

    • @nmsspacedude9799
      @nmsspacedude9799 Před rokem

      @@SailingBrickHouse-RVLife Ha! Thanks Rebecca! If I'd seen your sailing videos in the 1970s I suspect I would've decided to have a go myself! No - I'm happy with the life I've had so far but I'm a bit too old and disabled now - I'd probably just fall over on a boat!

  • @Not_LoisLane
    @Not_LoisLane Před rokem +3

    Would love to see what adventures await you both as you go your separate ways. May your journeys ahead be good to both of you❤

  • @svbarryduckworth628
    @svbarryduckworth628 Před rokem +2

    Bravo Zulu! Great video, and I think Michael's own storytelling style is fantastic coming right out of the gate.
    Yours has been such a bittersweet and tender love story to watch over the past couple of years. I cried for both of you as I watched this video, and again for Patrick too. I wish you and Michael happy endings and new beginnings and also to continue loving, learning, living and always sailing on.
    Fair winds Brick House & Amiga Mia.

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      Ah Barry… thank you. It has been such a love story… that’s for sure. The sailing life is no different than real world life…with breakups and all. But Michael has certainly been hugely significant in my life, that’s for sure. I will love him always…

    • @svbarryduckworth628
      @svbarryduckworth628 Před rokem +1

      I could so easily read the way you felt about Michael by the way you looked at him when you two interacted on video. I hope eventually you both will find someone who makes you feel that way again. You don't really need to tell me that you will always love him. I'd have a very hard time believing any different after watching all of your videos. I won't ever believe we need to stop loving one person in order to love another.

  • @sausage5849
    @sausage5849 Před rokem +11

    I, for one, would love to see more videos of your separate travels. Fair winds, both of you!

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +4

      Thanks…seems we will share this channel and both will contribute our separate lives to it. Makes more sense than doubling the work for 2 separate channels. ONE is too much work!!!

    • @francojoaquim569
      @francojoaquim569 Před rokem +3

      IT IS A WONDERFUL IDEA.... REBECA.... I WISH TO BOTH OF YOU ALL THE BEST.... FAIR WINDS AND MY KIND REGARDS..... 🌷🍾🥂 CHEERS......

    • @carolgoergens9275
      @carolgoergens9275 Před rokem +1

      I’m an occasional channel stalker this was a great video can’t wait for more (hint hint) videos from both of you . Micheal you just may be a natural at this video thing

  • @ackack612
    @ackack612 Před rokem +1

    ...I don't have to read the comments, I'm sure my thoughts are like everyone else's... I'm saddened if not a bit shocked...not what I was expecting. Not even close...and yet, and yet it seems rather apropos that Michael would find his new boat so close at hand. Indeed, good things happen to good people... AND, Rebecca is broken no more. Perhaps this is simply the way it was meant to be, the best of outcomes. That said, YES I want to keep following Brickhouse and Rebecca and Michael and his travels as well learning more about the new boat. I LIKE IT! So, I send you both good thoughts from NPT and look forward to what lies ahead.

  • @myiagreeaccount8307
    @myiagreeaccount8307 Před rokem +1

    Love you both!

  • @saildreamer
    @saildreamer Před rokem +2

    You are both very special people and we have all enjoyed your time together. Fair winds to you both

  • @donhearn2248
    @donhearn2248 Před rokem +1

    Well dang this sucks. I will say Rebecca finds some great guys. Patrick was awesome, and I come to really really like Michael too. I don't know how much money there is in this youtube stuff, but it would be a real shame to not get a sailing channel of Michael's adventures. He has a god given voice for Narration. I really wish the both of them the very best.

    • @rebeccachildressmichaelhay6420
      @rebeccachildressmichaelhay6420 Před rokem +1

      Don, thank you....never really thought I held a candle to Patrick but, hey, I'll take it! Mike

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      Hey Don… Yeah we think we just gonna post here to save double the work for no money for a while on a new channel . We will both keep posting our adventures here and split the work and the bit of money

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      Michael of course you hold a candle albeit in a different way… love you both and always will

    • @donhearn2248
      @donhearn2248 Před rokem

      @@SailingBrickHouse-RVLife That sounds amazing, stay safe!!

  • @bnln1939
    @bnln1939 Před rokem +2

    God's speed and fair winds. Michael enjoy your new boat. Rebecca keep in touch and keep sailing.

  • @diepeterpan
    @diepeterpan Před rokem +4

    What a lovely video, life is not easy, you two have been through some tough times and made some difficult decisions, only the best to both of you! Things can only get better.....

  • @garyevans5905
    @garyevans5905 Před rokem +16

    Wonderful video. What's meant to be , is meant to be. It is what it is. Thank you for the videos you have both shared with us , and good luck and fair winds to you both. I would like to see more videos of where you both are , and more adventures from you both , even if its in different directions and different countries.

  • @Gingertop7
    @Gingertop7 Před rokem +3

    Nice video, the Capetonian chap should continue with the you tube video thing, I think he will do well once he gets a few patrons etc on board.
    All the best for both of you, on your separate adventures!

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +2

      For now we are sharing the channel. If you want to support Amigamia over Brick House or vice versa just make a note of it when you join Patreon and it will go to the right person…otherwise we share everything and will continue to do so

  • @icarumba5
    @icarumba5 Před rokem +2

    It's beautiful you both have shared your lives and appreciate the candidness you both share. Life truly is and adventure inside and out. Both of you please continue to vlog even if its only for yourselves but I think you guys each have alot to share with the world. Cheers!

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      The truth is all there is..and we want to always be truthful in our videos together and now apart.

  • @richmorpurgo5554
    @richmorpurgo5554 Před rokem +3

    More Michael videos! Please!

  • @normanboyes4983
    @normanboyes4983 Před rokem

    I have been following you for a long while now, don’t often comment but followed this very human story told so honestly. Best of luck to both of you n the future and I will continue to follow.👍

  • @akseakayaker
    @akseakayaker Před rokem

    To meet in some fare away land, to journey together to another fare away land then travel appart each to yet one more fare away land all this with encounters of both personal and external storms and calms. Even still your friendship remains endearing, perhaps this was the measure of something wonderful. Yes, Rebecca this small part of your life you have chosen to share with us gives us hope that no matter what challenges might come as so long as we move forward with courage and faith all things shall be as they should. Thanks

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      Such a sweet comment..thank you…we will both keep sailing,one way or the other.

    • @akseakayaker
      @akseakayaker Před rokem +1

      @@SailingBrickHouse-RVLife Hi Rebecca, it’s me Lauren. I know you don’t recognize this user name as it’s mine from Israel. Getting things ready here, weather has been good. Hope your boat and crew all work out. Enjoy your passage and visits to the islands

  • @theresedignard4267
    @theresedignard4267 Před 5 měsíci

    Wishing you both well…always. We’d love to follow you both still even if your paths go different ways and come together again. Add a link for the other site too. Wishing well on your rv adventure too. I will miss Brickhouse. But, the couple who bought her love her and maybe they will have their own channel one day too. No judgements here. We will continue to cheer you on.

  • @1SeanBond
    @1SeanBond Před rokem +6

    A excellent vlog! Camera & editing work absolutely amazing! Sure enjoyed the music! This was a blast watching much appreciated definitely wish I could come along!😊 A beautiful job Cheers! Michael you are one classy fella! Luv&Peace Bro! & Congratulations on the Boat! She's a real beauty.. we definitely want to see more of Michael's journey!! This was a bit sad but a beautiful story about life and it's intricacies! A Amazing job.
    Rebecca Cheers friend! We definitely want to follow and see more of you ,we have been with you on this journey of yours for years Rebecca appreciate you immensely! Lotsa love Sean&family 🤝🏼✌🏼💛🍻

  • @williambunting803
    @williambunting803 Před rokem +1

    Serendipity. Good on you Michael. You’ve got a boat that fits you perfectly. Happy sailing!

  • @kimphilley621
    @kimphilley621 Před rokem +1

    I would love to see more of Micheals sailing adventures. He is a hell of a good man. I said it before. Cheers from SV Philiosophy Ambon Indonesia

  • @lydiaajohnson
    @lydiaajohnson Před rokem

    Such a classy breakup. You’re both a great example. All the best to Michael and his new adventure.

  • @robertcarkeek8391
    @robertcarkeek8391 Před rokem

    Wonders never cease ! Rebecca's beautiful smile back again, A new adventure for you, and the suprise of your seporating once again. Cheers Mates!

  • @rvnaut
    @rvnaut Před rokem +1

    Hey Kids... kudos to you both for pushing through an not being afraid to be who you are, and to be true to that. Sometime a while back I tossed my hat in Rebecca's direction, but I ended up here in my land based sailboat ( RV) following my own path... cheers to you both... hugs!!

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      Thanks. Yep we are truly our own strange selves in every meaning of the world…thanks for appreciating that. Don’t remember your hat but glad you are enjoying your own non dragging land based sailboat!!!

  • @priscillajones623
    @priscillajones623 Před rokem +1

    This video showed some real talent coming from Michael. I agree he should get his own Chanel. I would be interested. And Rebecca enjoy your life. I am sure that Michael will be there for you throughout your life’s journey whenever you need to reach out to him. And I’m sure you will be the same for him. So as you know it was totally worth it. Relationships are hard especially in close quarters. So best wishes for both of you.

  • @sietuuba
    @sietuuba Před rokem

    What a turn of events but it speaks well of both of your characters that you handled it so well... and what's rather remarkable was that you shared it with us, mostly total strangers! I remember how making videos was Patrick's thing, chiefly, and you had your own things, but look at you now... well, both of you! Wishing the best for you all going forward, wherever it may take you.

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      Ah thanks so much for the kind comment. Yeah… I’m a different person now for sure! And Michael… well he is a pretty awesome person… so proud to call him my best friend to this day.

  • @peregrinegrace8570
    @peregrinegrace8570 Před rokem

    Great boat Michael, keep us up to date eh, us sailors have gotten attached to you , man of many skills.
    God bless .

  • @marybethtruran9154
    @marybethtruran9154 Před rokem +2

    Wishing you both the best. Such synchronicity finding Amiga Mia - I’m looking forward to seeing where your journeys take you next.

  • @jag4762
    @jag4762 Před rokem

    Hi both, I’ve only just started watching your channel and was looking forward to the adventure. I didn’t expect this! I hope you are both happier moving forward and look forward to your individual adventures. Best wishes and fair winds. ❤

  • @tomriley5790
    @tomriley5790 Před rokem +2

    Nice video Michael! Nice to see more of Brick house too, looking forward to what comes next for both of you :-)!

  • @malcysbikeadventures415
    @malcysbikeadventures415 Před rokem +1

    Very emotional video. I wish him well in his new venture and of course Rebecca I wish you all the happiness you deserve.
    Hopefully you will find a new crew mate soon and continue your journey . I look forward to your next video from Brickhouse . 😊

  • @RudixSA
    @RudixSA Před rokem +2

    Hey guys, missed your videos!
    So sorry but it seems going your own way is the right thing to do! Hope to see new videos from both of you! Already subscribed here so Michael please let us know if/when you start your own channel.
    All the best and fair winds to both of you, may you both find happiness!
    Cheers from South Africa🥂

  • @gking5522
    @gking5522 Před rokem

    Michael should start his own CZcams channel. We'll all watch!

  • @richard9316
    @richard9316 Před rokem +1

    All the best Michael, you're seem like a good friend.

  • @kennethainley5254
    @kennethainley5254 Před rokem +1

    Michael. Hope you continue with the vlogs. Take care.

  • @jeremybentley820
    @jeremybentley820 Před rokem

    Goodone Michael, you did a good thing there brother. Know this, I will be following your adventures closely...Please do keep the uploads comming Brother. Remember it's better to loved and lost than to have never loved at all. No regrets just time yo move on... You have a follower Brother. Keep em comming.

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem

      Better to have loved and lost then to have never loved at all. That’s what keeps me going -Rebecca

  • @petermuller1870
    @petermuller1870 Před rokem +1

    So good that you remain friends and carry on with your life well done Mike on the video was great safe sailing on your new boat boat.

  • @victorfebo2968
    @victorfebo2968 Před rokem +1

    I wish yo u both the very best! Above all, long healthy lives in this beautiful place we all call world! Cheers from sunny Puerto Rico!

  • @DrBrian0450
    @DrBrian0450 Před rokem +2

    This is an excellent video...wishing you both the best....

  • @daveamies5031
    @daveamies5031 Před rokem +14

    That was really well done, way more of an explanation than you needed to say, but also very kind and respectful to each other 👍🏼
    I'd love to see more of Michael's adventures on Amiga Mia, but probably that would be better on Michael's own seperate channel, as I also wouldn't want to miss out on Rebecca's adventures on Brick House, I'll wish you both the best and fair winds, following seas and a happy long friendship 🤞🏻

    • @rebeccachildressmichaelhay6420
      @rebeccachildressmichaelhay6420 Před rokem +3

      Thank you Dave....then its definitely good I used my cut tool quite liberally!

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +2

      Thanks Dave… twice the number of boats, twice the adventures and twice the videos?

    • @daveamies5031
      @daveamies5031 Před rokem +1

      @@SailingBrickHouse-RVLife That'd be awesome, but i'd be happy with the same number of videos split across both channels. I'm sure there will be some who will want to take sides (there always is) and i'd be worried about one of you receiving unpleasant comments from someone who chose a side, seperate channels allows you to avoid it better they can just follow who they choose and the rest of use can follow you both 👍🏼 I would rather see you both in a good headspace, you don't need any more negativity (i'm sure you already get some, every YT'ber seems to)

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +2

      Ah you may be right. I would just hate to see Michael have to start from scratch and make NO money for a year, and get very few views as CZcams greatly favors monetized channels. But I agree…it would be easier to not get the negative comments that get us in a bad headspace.

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +2

      @@daveamies5031 and youtube doesn’t favor less videos… if we share it we can afford to only do one a month since it’s a more established channel and they still give us the real estate. If we share it we can each do a video every 2 months. If Mike starts over he has to do a video every week or two. At 100 hours a video it’s a full time job and he can do nothing else with his life.

  • @jiefflerenard1228
    @jiefflerenard1228 Před rokem

    Some self tailing winches and Amiga will be the best boat around ,perfect size and you can see she is built to sail (look at these sturdy hand holds), access to the stern from cockpit a plus for solo sailor safety!
    Rebeca, we all want to know where you are and what is up, please keep the channel going even once a month would be a a treat.
    Best to you, both.

  • @livingoffkeelter5158
    @livingoffkeelter5158 Před rokem +14

    I would love to see more of what happens with both of you. Great boat Michael!!

  • @cameronurquhart1515
    @cameronurquhart1515 Před rokem +2

    It is what it is. Paths crossed, journeys had and now you both go your own way - friends. Take care.

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +2

      Yes it was an adventurous couple of years sailing together… we will always care about eachother…

  • @tomstewart264
    @tomstewart264 Před rokem +1

    I have to say that you and Michael have been an inspiration to me.I wish you both much happiness and love for your onward journeys .fair winds my friends and keep the videos going.,😘

  • @billbranch1403
    @billbranch1403 Před rokem

    That’s rough I don’t care what anyone says. I wish you both the very best. I’d like to see you both sailing even if it’s separate. I will watch and support both of your channels. God Bless

  • @cristinabernal7770
    @cristinabernal7770 Před rokem +1

    Great video Michael, looking forward to your adventures on amiga mia and Rebecca's on Brick house

  • @brianbrowne206
    @brianbrowne206 Před rokem +1

    That was lovely.

  • @jonathanvince8173
    @jonathanvince8173 Před rokem +1

    Well got to see how you both go forward as so interesting and could both co-lab to make the sailing channel work with two different adventures. As not an end but a two way beginning.

  • @edmartini9724
    @edmartini9724 Před rokem +1

    Love you both. Thanks for taking us along. Take care!!

  • @Jmmondeau
    @Jmmondeau Před rokem

    The last time I saw your channel was during the sad loss of your husband. My own sailing journeys began just after that and I lost touch with some of you out there. Today this channel popped up and again I see Rebecca at a loss. Life is so hard sometimes. Thank god for the sea and it’s healing properties. Good luck to both of you.

    • @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife
      @SailingBrickHouse-RVLife  Před rokem +1

      Thank you. I’ve lost a sailing partner, yet again, but this time I’m very lucky to have such a good friend on the other end of the telephone.

  • @janetschuhl
    @janetschuhl Před rokem

    Wow, I love this story... Been following Brickhouse for years and your amazing nautical /life journey. I get IT! It was the journey I wanted when I was in younger years ago and it never happened, so I have lived vicariously through you and Rebecca. I will continue to follow.
    Oh dear you make me miss the salt air and sea and island culture

  • @sarahpeck3809
    @sarahpeck3809 Před rokem +1

    Yes want to see videos from both!

  • @stinkintoad
    @stinkintoad Před rokem

    That's an incredible find! Really cool ocean pocket cruiser!