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Maritime accidents in international waters may fall under specific maritime laws. Consulting a maritime lawyer can clarify responsibilities and rights. Keep all records, receipts, and communication related to the incident for insurance or legal claims. There is no such thing as too many photos in this situation. Make sure to follow up with photos so if in time something breaks more, you have a timeline.
Lenny asking "is he okay" right after "someone has ran into our boat" says a lot about how well they're brought up. sending all the love and prayers, cheers
Lenny and Darwin’s reactions are so pure and considerate, asking first if the other boat is ok and then reassuring you both by saying the boat is strong when they could clearly see how distressed you were. It’s easily said, but in the end it is “just” a boat, and the most important thing is your family. Extremely relieved you are all safe and sound 🙏❤️
They get this from parents who were as concerned about the older couple as they were for themselves. I was deeply impressed by their lack of angst and Western entitlement. This is true grace.
It did not get lost on me that your son was asking "Is he okay?" What compassionate children you are raising. So thankful you are all okay, but know this unsettling at the least!! Your boys....they are amazing!!! Love this family and their extended families!! Sending you so much love and light in this unexpected journey.
Elayna, I also have that gift of knowing when something bad is about to happen. I know it doesn't seem like it now, but it is a gift and will help you throughout your family's life 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 I am so glad that no one was seriously hurt when you All were hit...❤
Well, I have been watching you since day one. I worry about you often. Always hope I don't read about something like this. I am 62 and fighting cancer, living my life through you guys. I watch this video and was doing ok, until the end and I saw the look on Elayna's face, I lost it. I guess I'm like Riley, I like everyone but when I love, I love deeply. So glad you all are ok.
First, I am so EXTREMELY grateful that everyone came out of this unhurt. I shudder to think of what might have been if Ellie's journey hadn't taken a turn when it did. Second, and I think I've mentioned this before when Elayna "had a feeling" about sailing in dangerous waters, but IMHO, yoga & meditation can strengthen our spiritual connection both internally and externally. Elayna's "intuition" or whatever you want to call it, is strong! As evidenced by her "feeling" about the insurance and the "need" to keep the bathroom light on. The more you rely on it, the more accurate it will be too. Third, I only started watching about a year ago, and signed up on patreon just recently. Although I've already binged so many videos from recent years, seems like a good time to catch up on the early years too! Lastly, your boys are simply amazing human beings. They warm my heart all the time. Sending best wishes this ordeal will be resolved as quickly as possible! Love to you both, the boys, and the entire Vagabonde crew!
I'm glad all parties are safe and especially Ellie, who must have someone watching over her. ❤ Japanese society is very polite and process driven, with no delays, which is probably why they called the coastguard. But it seems like they were a great support, as they stayed with you till morning. ❤ Eleana, your instincts were spot on and it helped to protect your loved ones. ❤
Of course the older couple in the Japanese fishing boat were going to quickly notify the authorities/Coast Guard. The Japanese people are known for following rules, and generally are orderly and considerate. Even though no one APPEARED to be injured, and your vessel SEEMED to be seaworthy, they are compelled by culture/custom to promptly notify authorities after accidents or incidents.
I've been a sailor for sixty-eight years. Holding the best hope and thoughts for you. This feels bad now and may feel worse before it gets a whole lot better. Your family is resilient. And the future is yet to come.
Relieved to hear Riley "listened"" to Elayna's inner voice and didn't just dismiss it.. I believe in inner warning bells. So thankful everyone is safe. (Nate has a way of just showing up when you least expect, LOL)
Thanks for the update. Knowing what happened is weirdly comforting. I'm so glad Ellie had gone. That doesn't bear thinking about. I wish you well sorting it all out.
Thank you for posting. We have been worried and wondering for weeks. Glad everyone is okay. Glad Ellie wasn't resting in the trampoline. Good to see everyone safe. 🙏 Women's intuition! Glad you renewed your insurance!
The boat can be fixed. Everyone is okay and that is what matters most. Time will pass and life will return to normal with new challenges and new adventures. I am glad you are all safe.
So happy everyone is safe. I have watched every episode for years. I feel like a tragedy has happened to a family member. Take your time. Figure things out. Don’t worry about posting vids. We will be here whenever you are ready. Much love.
As many others have pointed out, the first question Lenny asked: "Is he okay?" is both heartwarming and heartrending at the same time. Such amazing boys you are raising, and watching Lenny working with Kai and how engaged he was... Tremendous! #Typical1stBorn! The fact that both of you bore no ill will to the couple on the fishing boat also speaks volumes about you! Good Look!
Shivers for sure Elayna. Tears running down my cheeks watching this. Cant thank the universe enough for the fact no one was hurt. The boat can be fixed. And will be better than ever. Will miss sailing videos, but at such a traumatic event, we all hope you guys are recovering and sorting all the repairs out. Love you all!!
The first and most important thing is that every one of you is safe, I can't imagine how this is impacting you but know that there is an entire community rallied around you. Sending love and positive vibes for an expedited repair process 💫🤙
In the 1980's a couple were sailing around the world in their 36'+/- sailboat. They anchored outside of the channel, near Gulfport, Ms. A tugboat pushing a barge tow left the channel and unknowingly ran over them. Their friends and family were used to going long times between communications from the cruising couple. About a year later, a local shrimp boat's nets got snagged on the sailboats rigging and pulled it up. The sailboat had been driven into the soft bottom when the barge tow ran over it and there it stayed. The couple was still inside. Be careful where you anchor.
holding our collective breaths for this episode! glad everyone is safe. change is the inevitability of life! roll on! we will all be here cheering you on.
The young children’s reaction to the collision was as so beautiful and caring. Hopefully you get the boat fixed soon and can continue on your adventure.
I am so sorry to see and hear what happened. The amazing luck that Ellie was gone and nobody was hurt and that you didn’t cancel the insurance, that’s all the positive side. Now, your travels and marvelous videos are part of my life and don’t worry, we will follow you and be there when you can sail again and watched the episodes from the beginning again. Stay strong and look at the bright side, you are all together and unharmed. The boat will be fixed, so many people are watching and will help you that way. Love you guys, 🥰🥰🥰
Thank goodness you are all ok! I have been checking every day for news of your well-being. I am so relieved you are ok, a little worse for wear, but safe and in one piece. Thank you for posting a video, it's very reassuring to all of us who have come to care deeply about you all. Don't worry, the boat will be fixed and you will be on a new adventure soon enough.
Extraordinary video considering the circumstances. Still telling great stories in the midst of a catastrophe. Genuine. Beautiful. Tragic. Well done. Glad you are all safe.
YESSSSSSSSS, trust your intuition!!!! It is a given gift! It is easy to treat it like nonsense or worry, however it is so much more. And a mother to her children will always have that extra sensitivity. Thank you all to taking the time to share such a brilliantly put together video. Things in life do not happen to us randomly, and as you were able to have insight in the aftermath, you know you were be subtly prompted the day before. I have sensed, from almost back while the boat was being built, that it was not fully right. It just was a very strong sense in me, however to have said that would have sounded crazy to you, and I just trusted whatever was true of that, that your loving souls would be well guided, and you would not come to harm. But if something did happen you Elana especially would trust your higher guidance for ever more. You were hit, the integrity of the boat is no longer in tact (thought I think it already had way many challenges), all of you (the precious cargo) are physically safe, Ellie had gone home, so no harm was to happen to her, the couple in the fishing boat were responsible and accountable as they could be, and perhaps what just weeks ago would have seemed a bizarre imagining, something new and better suited for you is about to unfold. And maybe, just maybe, you are meant to be somewhere else for a bit.................please trust your gut feelings on that as well. There is a bigger picture!!!!!!!!
Thank god you're all safe and sound!!! On the bright side, you're giving all of us a unique opportunity to learn on how to react on this kind of situations and how to maintain calm and focused in the middle of unexpected mayhem. There is so much to analyze and to learn from this incident for the builder, the designer, for you and for all us viewers. Stay strong and positive, hopefully you re be sailing in no time!!! Greetings from Chile!!!
As parents of young kids there are so many moments we’re telling our kids everything’s okay, wiping tears away, and seeing the bright side. Darwin doing that for you guys was a beautiful thing and made my wife and I both tear up!
Hi guys. So sorry you had this awful accident but thankful you are all okay. Now is not the time to say "could of, should of, would of" but, when you bought the boat I made a comment about sleeping/living space onboard. I've followed you for years and I know you always (or almost always) travel with a nanny & a couple of crew, so my point was, where was everyone going to sleep? And Riley answered saying weather permitting there's plenty of space on the bow nets to sleep. If there is anything you guys can take away from this accident is it could have been serious (if not fatal) had someone been sleeping upfront. Mate (Riley), get a "family sized boat, and put your need for speed aside for once until the boys are ready to lead their own lives. The least they deserve is their own cabins if you are going to continue living at sea. They need their own space and so do your crew. This boat is way too small as far as living & sleeping goes. Sell it and buy a bloody sensible boat.
Maybe it suggests another safety system, one of a system to monitor boat movenemt in the area, turning on extra bright lights when they get with a certain circumference and are headed your direction. It can be silent to begin with, not disturbing sleeping occupants, but potentially sound a siren or other alert when getting closer. If planes can have parachutes, boats can have distance and direction alarms.
Prayers for everyone. Please please make sure to talk about the accident and feel all the emotions with the kids and yourselves. Don’t feel like you have to video this experience, you can share at later time when your ready. I’m happy that nobody was hurt physically, mentally though you can’t see those wounds. Cheers and stay safe!
Since I saw the community post I've been waiting for this video daily with patience knowing you needed to really work things out. I am so glad everyone is ok! You were both much more calm than I had imagined, your boys are such sweeties and a reflection on your inspiring parenting. ❤ Take your time to recalibrate, we will be here whenever you can find the new direction that you are drawn in.... maybe Riley you didn't really know that you had a feeling and hence was already looking at the future boat... good luck in your next steps - the one thing here is you are such a strong family that you can get through absolutely anything together! Thank you for sharing your lives with us ❤
Wow that’s a lot for you all to absorb!! The Universe was certainly looking after Ellie by her not being there! So relieved you’re all ok ❤ much love ❤️❤️❤️
So glad you guys are Ok, thank God for that. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. You are blessed with some wonderful kids that are so compassionate and loving!
Dear Riley and Elayna, thank you so much for sharing your ordeal. I love watching your sailing adventures. I am so glad the entire family and crew are safe. Especially happy Ellie wasn't in her normal sleeping location. I have no suggestions on how to move forward. I hope the insurance company provides sensational support and that you guys can continue your adventures as soon as possible.
I'm so very happy no one hurt and Ellie wasn't asleep where she often does. Someone was watching over you all🙏. I hope navigating what is ahead of you will be as smooth as it can be.❤
I am so glad to hear from you guys finally. I heard from that other man in Japan who is a foreigner that your boat had been hit, but relieved when I heard none of you were hurt. Thank God you had your insurance yet, and that feeling you had Alayna was a warning from God. Only He knows the future and He was trying to warn you of danger. In a way you were mentally somewhat prepared for what did take place, so when it did happen you sprung into action right away. Because you and Riley handled it as well as you did the little ones handled it well too. I'm so sorry about your boat, I can't imagine how frightened you all were but so grateful that it wasn't a tanker ship or something of that size. Your lives were spared, not just Ellie's.
Riley that’s the true purpose of shouting - to signal alarm and keep danger away - if anything you were on point protecting your precious cargo. Don’t be too hard on yourself you do your family proud. So sorry this happened but the blessing is you are ALL unhurt physically, no doubt will need time to emotionally recover and regroup. Keep strong. ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Sending love from Vancouver Canada 🇨🇦 We love watching your videos, and are super grateful for all the effort you all put in to sharing your life experiences. Glad that you are all safe, keep your heads up high and spirits higher !!!
I am so glad to hear from you. I have watched every episode and feel like you all are part of my life. You are amazing people raising amazing kids. Thank God Ellie had left! My prayers are with you!
Thank God Ellie had departed just in time. Mysterious ways come with the mother sea. How unfortunate your beautiful home has been damaged. All my love and support going forward. It will be interesting to see!
I am so glad that Ellie had left previously.It obviously wasn't her fate to be there, and I hope her time in New Zealand is safe.Ellie is a lovely caring lady who cares for your kids so well,and I bet she has alot of male fans,myself included, who have a crush on her.I am happy no one onboard were injured,as I have been enjoying your trips for years.I will never sail the oceans but I can by watching you guys.
So glad you are all safe and I am amazed at the unbelievably mature way Lenny and Darwin handled the situation. A lot of us always thought by the time kids start school (age) they would be little sailors; but you have excelled that. The empathy from your boys in a really stressful incident! Well ..., you can be very proud parents. Best wishes, I'm sure you'll come out stronger.
So glad you guys are okay, and especially that Ellie wasn’t onboard the boat sleeping there! Hope the damage wasn’t too bad and that you can get back to sailing soon!💕
Thank you for this update video. I am sooo sorry about what happened, but SOOOO relieved everyone is ok. How AMAZING Ellie was not on board !!!! I was SOOOOO happy you got to spend some time with Nate. I love him and Kara so much too. I hope things will get better as soon as possible, but the more important is that everyone is ok and no injuries !!! I love you all 💞
Awe guys gutted to see this happen to you ,the main thing is you are all okay and it doesn’t bode well for the mind to think of what could have happened. Rest well and take time to recover from your ordeal lots of support and energy sent your way x
That is so horrible!! I’m so glad everyone is ok and that Ellie had left the boat! Feel sick to my stomach so I can’t imagine how you are feeling. I’ve been following you for years!! 🙏💗
the fact that everyone is ok is what is most important, and means that any adventures missed or delayed by this devastating accident can be accomplished some other time.
So Sorry this has happened to you but also thankful no one was hurt. I'm hopeful all will work out for you all. Best wishes to everyone on board. Love the great content you guy's have been sharing both on land and on the sea over all these years. Much ❤ & Thank you so much for sharing your lives here on UA-cam.
Riley & Elayna, I am SO thankful no one was hurt! And I hope this doesn’t offend you, but I’ve just thanked the Lord for protecting not only all of you on board as well as the fishing boat, but also dear Ellie - my goodness, I also have chills! 🙌🙌🙌🙌 On an unrelated note, it was so fun to see Nate just show up to your get-together (and I also really laughed at Riley’s fangirling 😂). I will be praying for all of you as you navigate the stress and disappointment in the coming days. 🙏♥️
OMG... fortunately no one was injured , and anything else can be replaced. Wish you guys all the best navigating through all the challenges and uncertainties ahead. You will master it for sure! Stay positive...
I watch your videos every week to see your lovely family adventures. I’m so glad you are all safe!! Wishing all goes well with repairs. Feel so bad this has happened to such lovely people. Please take care.
I'm so happy that aside from very likely a lot of shock you are physically fine and thank god Ellie departed on her own adventure just in time. I wish you all the best for your future
So grateful you are all okay! Loved Darwin's comments about the boat being so strong and is he okay?! He is such a sweetheart! ❤❤❤ Glad you got to see Japan, but that left an experience you will never forget I am sure.
So glad y’all are okay!! ❤ && thanks for sharing it all. I know this is a setback, but I know y’all will figure out what’s next & we’ll be here for it all!
Much love guys. Been watching for the past four years or so and ya'll were my inspiration to buy a sailboat and start living aboard. Glad everyone is safe!!
Omg i am so glad that your all ok.. That is the most important thing at this point,,, You are both strong people,, I am sending huge hugs and prayers from Canada to you all...
I'm so glad you're all ok physically, I'm sure the mental gymnastics and 'what if's' will take quite some time to ease. That 'feeling' is an odd thing to experience, I grew up with my sister having them (and being right every time) so I would never discount them. The problem is, without proof and no sign of danger in sight, it's too easy to dismiss our gut feelings. Like everyone else, it wasn't lost on me that Lenny's first thought was 'is he ok?' You have wonderful boys and they are a credit to you both. Much love ❤❤
Heart goes you to you and your family, glad everyone is safe, what an emotional episode, the responses that Lenny and Darwin gave shows how well your children have been brought up and to care for others regardless of the situation, wishing you and your family all the best in this difficult time.
My goodness! So glad you are all ok! What a journey! Been watching your videos since the beginning and you are truly amazing people! You really give us, who live on land, a chance to see the world through your videos. Lenny's and Darwin's reactions got me tearing up! They are very lucky boys to have such amazing parents. They will be amazing people too. Stay strong you guys! You are the best! Thank you for sharing your life with us and bringing joy and positivity into this world, this planet needs more people like you.
Prayers for all of you and thank the goodness Ellie wasn't sleeping there at the time. Despite of the accident in general, someone was looking out for you all in that she (Ellie) wasn't there and nobody got hurt. Things can be replaced but life is precious.
I wish I was your Japanese agent- I would’ve probably said remember to turn on your anchor light AND DECK LIGHTS on at night so other ships can see you. Glad you guys are ok and the boat is strong!
Guys, thankful for your safety. Get through this! It's hard but you will get past this and learn a valuable lesson. HOLD TIGHT and please keep looking UP! Your intuition isn't from some crazy unknown place, but until you know where its from, you'll say it was from some intuition. So very best to you! 100% love sending your way!
Sending you guys a lot of love. Have been following you for a few years and moved from Canada to Japan not long ago, I was super excited to see you come around here. This experience must have been quite a shock. I'm sure you will manage to pull thru and turn this into a positive. I mean you already did, seeing how everyone on board is reacting with care and compassion is very inspiring. You guys are the best. ❤
So sorry, guys. Sending love your way. Also, I’m inspired by the positivity and confidence of your littlest man, Darwin. Lenny, I so enjoyed watching you learn the ropes of sailing. I hope you’ll all be out on the water again as soon as possible. As Riley said to Lenny many episodes ago: “You seem so much happier on a boat, mate.” I agree, and it goes for all four of you. (And not just because there are so many ropes. 😉) Love you all, take care. ❤️
So sorry this happened - in aviation we are constantly reminded that complacency is one of the biggest traps for a deviation or accident. This fisherman fell into that trap. I hope everything works out in your favor and quickly. Love seeing your boys, they remind me of ours now 15 and 18. You will be happy you captured on video so much of their baby voices when they are older.
Lenny is so sweet. “Are they okay”. Elayna when you know you know.. it’s so hard to shake THAT feeling. I’m so glad Ellie had left.. such an awful time for you all. Best wishes from Australia
It's times like this that help you realise what is important in life. Love & family. Glad that you are all safe and hope that you get back to your adventure when the time is right. Take it easy, N
First 10 seconds and my heart is beating fast with you. I’m so sorry this happened. Glad you’re all safe. Going to make a coffee and sit down to watch 😥
My heart breaks for you all and as a long time follower I am so relieved that no one was hurt. Severely shaken, frightened I’m sure. Thank goodness at least the stars were aligned to have said goodbye to Ellie before this accident. Riley, I am so impressed with your assessment on the cultural lack of experience with sailers in general in Japan. Truly thought through and generous in your response to the couple and their boat hitting you. I’m sure the boys were scared but they were so sweet about their boat La Vagabonde being strong. Sending love to you all and whatever you decide to do may it include being good to yourselves. Hugs from New England. ❤❤❤❤❤❤
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I often wonder why channels that have to take some time out can't just re-release your favorite videos. Your fans will watch them.
Will do!!
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Maritime accidents in international waters may fall under specific maritime laws. Consulting a maritime lawyer can clarify responsibilities and rights.
Keep all records, receipts, and communication related to the incident for insurance or legal claims.
There is no such thing as too many photos in this situation. Make sure to follow up with photos so if in time something breaks more, you have a timeline.
Done, Done and No Way 🤢
Lenny asking "is he okay" right after "someone has ran into our boat" says a lot about how well they're brought up. sending all the love and prayers, cheers
That’s exact what I thought.
Beautiful work family 💓
❤ that's what I thought with a little tear for the sweetness
Lenny was asking if the SLV boat was okay.
Completely had the same reaction. What a sweet boy.
I thought the same when Lenny spoke.
Lenny and Darwin’s reactions are so pure and considerate, asking first if the other boat is ok and then reassuring you both by saying the boat is strong when they could clearly see how distressed you were.
It’s easily said, but in the end it is “just” a boat, and the most important thing is your family. Extremely relieved you are all safe and sound 🙏❤️
Your two boys are absolute gems. You are certainly blessed.
They get this from parents who were as concerned about the older couple as they were for themselves. I was deeply impressed by their lack of angst and Western entitlement. This is true grace.
It did not get lost on me that your son was asking "Is he okay?" What compassionate children you are raising. So thankful you are all okay, but know this unsettling at the least!! Your boys....they are amazing!!! Love this family and their extended families!! Sending you so much love and light in this unexpected journey.
I did notice exactly what you are saying, a wonderful boy and a great family.
A mother's intuition should never be questioned! Great job, crew!
And Ellie definitely has it...Even with storms approaching.
Elayna, I also have that gift of knowing when something bad is about to happen. I know it doesn't seem like it now, but it is a gift and will help you throughout your family's life 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 I am so glad that no one was seriously hurt when you All were hit...❤
I'm oddly so invested in you guys, I teared up when you talked about Ellie at the end
me too!!!
No sense going to all the what if thoughts, instead focus on gratefulness that all are ok.
@@cathywarrinerexactly this.
Well, I have been watching you since day one. I worry about you often. Always hope I don't read about something like this. I am 62 and fighting cancer, living my life through you guys. I watch this video and was doing ok, until the end and I saw the look on Elayna's face, I lost it. I guess I'm like Riley, I like everyone but when I love, I love deeply. So glad you all are ok.
Keep fighting James!
First, I am so EXTREMELY grateful that everyone came out of this unhurt. I shudder to think of what might have been if Ellie's journey hadn't taken a turn when it did.
Second, and I think I've mentioned this before when Elayna "had a feeling" about sailing in dangerous waters, but IMHO, yoga & meditation can strengthen our spiritual connection both internally and externally. Elayna's "intuition" or whatever you want to call it, is strong! As evidenced by her "feeling" about the insurance and the "need" to keep the bathroom light on. The more you rely on it, the more accurate it will be too.
Third, I only started watching about a year ago, and signed up on patreon just recently. Although I've already binged so many videos from recent years, seems like a good time to catch up on the early years too!
Lastly, your boys are simply amazing human beings. They warm my heart all the time.
Sending best wishes this ordeal will be resolved as quickly as possible! Love to you both, the boys, and the entire Vagabonde crew!
YES, YES, YES!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'm glad all parties are safe and especially Ellie, who must have someone watching over her. ❤
Japanese society is very polite and process driven, with no delays, which is probably why they called the coastguard. But it seems like they were a great support, as they stayed with you till morning. ❤
Eleana, your instincts were spot on and it helped to protect your loved ones. ❤
Eleana's instincts are also strong with incoming storms...'she has a feeling'.
Of course the older couple in the Japanese fishing boat were going to quickly notify the authorities/Coast Guard. The Japanese people are known for following rules, and generally are orderly and considerate. Even though no one APPEARED to be injured, and your vessel SEEMED to be seaworthy, they are compelled by culture/custom to promptly notify authorities after accidents or incidents.
I've been a sailor for sixty-eight years. Holding the best hope and thoughts for you. This feels bad now and may feel worse before it gets a whole lot better. Your family is resilient. And the future is yet to come.
Guys I’m so sorry this happened. Wishing you the best as you move forward and navigate this situation. Sending love to you all. ❤
Appreciate your support as a Patron, thanks Mary ❤
Ellie has a guardian angel and a special purpose to her life 🙏🏻
Relieved to hear Riley "listened"" to Elayna's inner voice and didn't just dismiss it.. I believe in inner warning bells. So thankful everyone is safe. (Nate has a way of just showing up when you least expect, LOL)
Sending all of you positive thoughts as you conquer this huge setback in your life's journey. Bless you all❤
Mamma senses are something else Elayna! Glad y’all are okay. Damages can always be fixed, but you guys are irreplaceable❤️
She turned those lights on...
Thanks for the update. Knowing what happened is weirdly comforting. I'm so glad Ellie had gone. That doesn't bear thinking about. I wish you well sorting it all out.
Thank you for posting. We have been worried and wondering for weeks. Glad everyone is okay. Glad Ellie wasn't resting in the trampoline. Good to see everyone safe. 🙏 Women's intuition! Glad you renewed your insurance!
Lenny being worried about others says so much about you two ❤…grateful you’re all (relatively) okay.
The boat can be fixed. Everyone is okay and that is what matters most. Time will pass and life will return to normal with new challenges and new adventures. I am glad you are all safe.
So happy everyone is safe. I have watched every episode for years. I feel like a tragedy has happened to a family member. Take your time. Figure things out. Don’t worry about posting vids. We will be here whenever you are ready. Much love.
As many others have pointed out, the first question Lenny asked: "Is he okay?" is both heartwarming and heartrending at the same time. Such amazing boys you are raising, and watching Lenny working with Kai and how engaged he was... Tremendous! #Typical1stBorn! The fact that both of you bore no ill will to the couple on the fishing boat also speaks volumes about you! Good Look!
Shivers for sure Elayna. Tears running down my cheeks watching this. Cant thank the universe enough for the fact no one was hurt. The boat can be fixed. And will be better than ever. Will miss sailing videos, but at such a traumatic event, we all hope you guys are recovering and sorting all the repairs out. Love you all!!
The first and most important thing is that every one of you is safe, I can't imagine how this is impacting you but know that there is an entire community rallied around you. Sending love and positive vibes for an expedited repair process 💫🤙
In the 1980's a couple were sailing around the world in their 36'+/- sailboat. They anchored outside of the channel, near Gulfport, Ms. A tugboat pushing a barge tow left the channel and unknowingly ran over them. Their friends and family were used to going long times between communications from the cruising couple. About a year later, a local shrimp boat's nets got snagged on the sailboats rigging and pulled it up. The sailboat had been driven into the soft bottom when the barge tow ran over it and there it stayed. The couple was still inside. Be careful where you anchor.
holding our collective breaths for this episode! glad everyone is safe. change is the inevitability of life! roll on! we will all be here cheering you on.
You were all so lucky. Glad that you are all okay. The damages to the boat, that is just material that can all be fixed or replaced. Love to you all.
The young children’s reaction to the collision was as so beautiful and caring. Hopefully you get the boat fixed soon and can continue on your adventure.
We’re so sorry. We are thankful y’all are safe and no one was hurt. Sending all our love and positive vibes. 🧡🤙🏼
I am so sorry to see and hear what happened. The amazing luck that Ellie was gone and nobody was hurt and that you didn’t cancel the insurance, that’s all the positive side.
Now, your travels and marvelous videos are part of my life and don’t worry, we will follow you and be there when you can sail again and watched the episodes from the beginning again.
Stay strong and look at the bright side, you are all together and unharmed. The boat will be fixed, so many people are watching and will help you that way. Love you guys, 🥰🥰🥰
Well said
Thank goodness you are all ok! I have been checking every day for news of your well-being. I am so relieved you are ok, a little worse for wear, but safe and in one piece. Thank you for posting a video, it's very reassuring to all of us who have come to care deeply about you all. Don't worry, the boat will be fixed and you will be on a new adventure soon enough.
Extraordinary video considering the circumstances. Still telling great stories in the midst of a catastrophe. Genuine. Beautiful. Tragic. Well done. Glad you are all safe.
YESSSSSSSSS, trust your intuition!!!! It is a given gift! It is easy to treat it like nonsense or worry, however it is so much more. And a mother to her children will always have that extra sensitivity. Thank you all to taking the time to share such a brilliantly put together video. Things in life do not happen to us randomly, and as you were able to have insight in the aftermath, you know you were be subtly prompted the day before. I have sensed, from almost back while the boat was being built, that it was not fully right. It just was a very strong sense in me, however to have said that would have sounded crazy to you, and I just trusted whatever was true of that, that your loving souls would be well guided, and you would not come to harm. But if something did happen you Elana especially would trust your higher guidance for ever more. You were hit, the integrity of the boat is no longer in tact (thought I think it already had way many challenges), all of you (the precious cargo) are physically safe, Ellie had gone home, so no harm was to happen to her, the couple in the fishing boat were responsible and accountable as they could be, and perhaps what just weeks ago would have seemed a bizarre imagining, something new and better suited for you is about to unfold. And maybe, just maybe, you are meant to be somewhere else for a bit.................please trust your gut feelings on that as well. There is a bigger picture!!!!!!!!
I am glad that you are all safe, and so impressed with Lenny‘s initial reaction. He’s quite a young man. He should be very proud..❤️
Thank god you're all safe and sound!!! On the bright side, you're giving all of us a unique opportunity to learn on how to react on this kind of situations and how to maintain calm and focused in the middle of unexpected mayhem. There is so much to analyze and to learn from this incident for the builder, the designer, for you and for all us viewers. Stay strong and positive, hopefully you re be sailing in no time!!! Greetings from Chile!!!
Oh my, the thought of Ellie... glad everyone is safe and the "boat is strong"!
As parents of young kids there are so many moments we’re telling our kids everything’s okay, wiping tears away, and seeing the bright side. Darwin doing that for you guys was a beautiful thing and made my wife and I both tear up!
What a champ.
Hi guys. So sorry you had this awful accident but thankful you are all okay. Now is not the time to say "could of, should of, would of" but, when you bought the boat I made a comment about sleeping/living space onboard. I've followed you for years and I know you always (or almost always) travel with a nanny & a couple of crew, so my point was, where was everyone going to sleep? And Riley answered saying weather permitting there's plenty of space on the bow nets to sleep. If there is anything you guys can take away from this accident is it could have been serious (if not fatal) had someone been sleeping upfront. Mate (Riley), get a "family sized boat, and put your need for speed aside for once until the boys are ready to lead their own lives. The least they deserve is their own cabins if you are going to continue living at sea. They need their own space and so do your crew. This boat is way too small as far as living & sleeping goes. Sell it and buy a bloody sensible boat.
Like you said, now is not the time to say could of, should of, would of. Smh.
Maybe it suggests another safety system, one of a system to monitor boat movenemt in the area, turning on extra bright lights when they get with a certain circumference and are headed your direction. It can be silent to begin with, not disturbing sleeping occupants, but potentially sound a siren or other alert when getting closer. If planes can have parachutes, boats can have distance and direction alarms.
Prayers for everyone. Please please make sure to talk about the accident and feel all the emotions with the kids and yourselves. Don’t feel like you have to video this experience, you can share at later time when your ready. I’m happy that nobody was hurt physically, mentally though you can’t see those wounds. Cheers and stay safe!
Since I saw the community post I've been waiting for this video daily with patience knowing you needed to really work things out. I am so glad everyone is ok! You were both much more calm than I had imagined, your boys are such sweeties and a reflection on your inspiring parenting. ❤ Take your time to recalibrate, we will be here whenever you can find the new direction that you are drawn in.... maybe Riley you didn't really know that you had a feeling and hence was already looking at the future boat... good luck in your next steps - the one thing here is you are such a strong family that you can get through absolutely anything together! Thank you for sharing your lives with us ❤
Thank God you all are okay and no one got hurt. I wish you nothing than the best! Many blessings to you!
Nate visiting put a smile on my face…what a solid friend
just wow!! Thank god Ellie wasn’t sleeping on the net. So glad you are all safe x
Wow that’s a lot for you all to absorb!! The Universe was certainly looking after Ellie by her not being there! So relieved you’re all ok ❤ much love ❤️❤️❤️
So glad you guys are Ok, thank God for that. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. You are blessed with some wonderful kids that are so compassionate and loving!
Dear Riley and Elayna, thank you so much for sharing your ordeal. I love watching your sailing adventures. I am so glad the entire family and crew are safe. Especially happy Ellie wasn't in her normal sleeping location. I have no suggestions on how to move forward. I hope the insurance company provides sensational support and that you guys can continue your adventures as soon as possible.
I'm so very happy no one hurt and Ellie wasn't asleep where she often does. Someone was watching over you all🙏. I hope navigating what is ahead of you will be as smooth as it can be.❤
It shows the kind of people you are when Lenny asked straight away if the man on the other boat was ok. ❤ glad your all safe x
So happy that ALL of your family/friends are okay, but I am so sorry you all have lost your home. I hope nothing but good is headed your way.
I am so glad to hear from you guys finally. I heard from that other man in Japan who is a foreigner that your boat had been hit, but relieved when I heard none of you were hurt. Thank God you had your insurance yet, and that feeling you had Alayna was a warning from God. Only He knows the future and He was trying to warn you of danger. In a way you were mentally somewhat prepared for what did take place, so when it did happen you sprung into action right away. Because you and Riley handled it as well as you did the little ones handled it well too. I'm so sorry about your boat, I can't imagine how frightened you all were but so grateful that it wasn't a tanker ship or something of that size. Your lives were spared, not just Ellie's.
We're so grateful that you all are safe! 🙏🏻
Riley that’s the true purpose of shouting - to signal alarm and keep danger away - if anything you were on point protecting your precious cargo. Don’t be too hard on yourself you do your family proud. So sorry this happened but the blessing is you are ALL unhurt physically, no doubt will need time to emotionally recover and regroup. Keep strong. ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Sending love from Vancouver Canada 🇨🇦
We love watching your videos, and are super grateful for all the effort you all put in to sharing your life experiences.
Glad that you are all safe, keep your heads up high and spirits higher !!!
I am so glad to hear from you. I have watched every episode and feel like you all are part of my life. You are amazing people raising amazing kids. Thank God Ellie had left! My prayers are with you!
Thank God Ellie had departed just in time. Mysterious ways come with the mother sea. How unfortunate your beautiful home has been damaged. All my love and support going forward. It will be interesting to see!
So thankful everyone is okay and safe
I am so glad that Ellie had left previously.It obviously wasn't her fate to be there, and I hope her time in New Zealand is safe.Ellie is a lovely caring lady who cares for your kids so well,and I bet she has alot of male fans,myself included, who have a crush on her.I am happy no one onboard were injured,as I have been enjoying your trips for years.I will never sail the oceans but I can by watching you guys.
Bro wtf
So glad you are all safe and I am amazed at the unbelievably mature way Lenny and Darwin handled the situation. A lot of us always thought by the time kids start school (age) they would be little sailors; but you have excelled that. The empathy from your boys in a really stressful incident! Well ..., you can be very proud parents. Best wishes, I'm sure you'll come out stronger.
So glad you guys are okay, and especially that Ellie wasn’t onboard the boat sleeping there!
Hope the damage wasn’t too bad and that you can get back to sailing soon!💕
Thank you for this update video. I am sooo sorry about what happened, but SOOOO relieved everyone is ok. How AMAZING Ellie was not on board !!!! I was SOOOOO happy you got to spend some time with Nate. I love him and Kara so much too. I hope things will get better as soon as possible, but the more important is that everyone is ok and no injuries !!! I love you all 💞
Awe guys gutted to see this happen to you ,the main thing is you are all okay and it doesn’t bode well for the mind to think of what could have happened. Rest well and take time to recover from your ordeal lots of support and energy sent your way x
That is so horrible!! I’m so glad everyone is ok and that Ellie had left the boat! Feel sick to my stomach so I can’t imagine how you are feeling. I’ve been following you for years!! 🙏💗
the fact that everyone is ok is what is most important, and means that any adventures missed or delayed by this devastating accident can be accomplished some other time.
So Sorry this has happened to you but also thankful no one was hurt. I'm hopeful all will work out for you all. Best wishes to everyone on board. Love the great content you guy's have been sharing both on land and on the sea over all these years. Much ❤ & Thank you so much for sharing your lives here on UA-cam.
Riley & Elayna, I am SO thankful no one was hurt! And I hope this doesn’t offend you, but I’ve just thanked the Lord for protecting not only all of you on board as well as the fishing boat, but also dear Ellie - my goodness, I also have chills! 🙌🙌🙌🙌 On an unrelated note, it was so fun to see Nate just show up to your get-together (and I also really laughed at Riley’s fangirling 😂). I will be praying for all of you as you navigate the stress and disappointment in the coming days. 🙏♥️
I believe the angels were watching over your precious family.
While it's a little funny that Darwin asked "is he ok" when told someone ran into your boat, it's also pretty good indication of being taught empathy.
Pretty sure the he Darwin was referring to was SLV boat
OMG... fortunately no one was injured , and anything else can be replaced. Wish you guys all the best navigating through all the challenges and uncertainties ahead. You will master it for sure! Stay positive...
I watch your videos every week to see your lovely family adventures. I’m so glad you are all safe!! Wishing all goes well with repairs. Feel so bad this has happened to such lovely people. Please take care.
Oh man.. been waiting for this update. Edit: Glad everyone is ok. The "Is he ok?" when Elayna told them someone ran into the boat was very sweet.
I am so grateful you all are safe and Ellie left for her van trip so she wasn't in harms way. Sending love your way.
So very thankful that no one was hurt!! You will figure out the next steps - it's just like adjusting the sails to the wind :)
Omg. I am so sorry. I am glad you are all ok and that Ellie was off the boat. Stay safe. I’ll be watching!
I'm so happy that aside from very likely a lot of shock you are physically fine and thank god Ellie departed on her own adventure just in time. I wish you all the best for your future
So grateful you are all okay! Loved Darwin's comments about the boat being so strong and is he okay?! He is such a sweetheart! ❤❤❤ Glad you got to see Japan, but that left an experience you will never forget I am sure.
Was so sad to hear the news and so grateful all of you are safe. Sending blessings to all 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏.
So glad y’all are okay!! ❤ && thanks for sharing it all. I know this is a setback, but I know y’all will figure out what’s next & we’ll be here for it all!
Much love guys. Been watching for the past four years or so and ya'll were my inspiration to buy a sailboat and start living aboard. Glad everyone is safe!!
Omg i am so glad that your all ok.. That is the most important thing at this point,,, You are both strong people,, I am sending huge hugs and prayers from Canada to you all...
Glad you’re ok guys. Always look forward and don’t stress too much! There’s a whole of followers in your corner. Take care cheers from OZ
I'm so glad you're all ok physically, I'm sure the mental gymnastics and 'what if's' will take quite some time to ease. That 'feeling' is an odd thing to experience, I grew up with my sister having them (and being right every time) so I would never discount them. The problem is, without proof and no sign of danger in sight, it's too easy to dismiss our gut feelings. Like everyone else, it wasn't lost on me that Lenny's first thought was 'is he ok?' You have wonderful boys and they are a credit to you both. Much love ❤❤
I am very glad that you are all safe. It might take a while but the boat can be fixed. Prayers for all to go well. Stay safe.
Heart goes you to you and your family, glad everyone is safe, what an emotional episode, the responses that Lenny and Darwin gave shows how well your children have been brought up and to care for others regardless of the situation, wishing you and your family all the best in this difficult time.
So glad everyone is safe and uninjured. ... sending good vibes for a speedy outcome to keep you sailing ... love watching your adventures 💕
My goodness! So glad you are all ok! What a journey! Been watching your videos since the beginning and you are truly amazing people! You really give us, who live on land, a chance to see the world through your videos.
Lenny's and Darwin's reactions got me tearing up! They are very lucky boys to have such amazing parents. They will be amazing people too.
Stay strong you guys! You are the best! Thank you for sharing your life with us and bringing joy and positivity into this world, this planet needs more people like you.
I'm so glad you all are not hurt. So sorry about the boat. Many prayers
Prayers for all of you and thank the goodness Ellie wasn't sleeping there at the time. Despite of the accident in general, someone was looking out for you all in that she (Ellie) wasn't there and nobody got hurt. Things can be replaced but life is precious.
I wish I was your Japanese agent- I would’ve probably said remember to turn on your anchor light AND DECK LIGHTS on at night so other ships can see you.
Glad you guys are ok and the boat is strong!
Guys, thankful for your safety. Get through this! It's hard but you will get past this and learn a valuable lesson. HOLD TIGHT and please keep looking UP! Your intuition isn't from some crazy unknown place, but until you know where its from, you'll say it was from some intuition. So very best to you! 100% love sending your way!
Blessings on your safety, compassion and thoughtfulness. You will figure it out as usual..... Hugs n love....
Sending you guys a lot of love.
Have been following you for a few years and moved from Canada to Japan not long ago, I was super excited to see you come around here.
This experience must have been quite a shock.
I'm sure you will manage to pull thru and turn this into a positive.
I mean you already did, seeing how everyone on board is reacting with care and compassion is very inspiring.
You guys are the best. ❤
I’m glad you are all ok. The boat will get repaired, and your adventures will continue. Take care.
Im so thankful no one was hurt! Your little boys are just the sweetest.
So sorry, guys. Sending love your way. Also, I’m inspired by the positivity and confidence of your littlest man, Darwin. Lenny, I so enjoyed watching you learn the ropes of sailing. I hope you’ll all be out on the water again as soon as possible. As Riley said to Lenny many episodes ago: “You seem so much happier on a boat, mate.” I agree, and it goes for all four of you. (And not just because there are so many ropes. 😉) Love you all, take care. ❤️
Sending many prayers to you all! So glad Ellie was off the boat and no one was hurt!❤❤❤❤❤❤
So sorry this happened - in aviation we are constantly reminded that complacency is one of the biggest traps for a deviation or accident. This fisherman fell into that trap.
I hope everything works out in your favor and quickly.
Love seeing your boys, they remind me of ours now 15 and 18. You will be happy you captured on video so much of their baby voices when they are older.
Lenny is so sweet. “Are they okay”.
Elayna when you know you know.. it’s so hard to shake THAT feeling.
I’m so glad Ellie had left.. such an awful time for you all.
Best wishes from Australia
Been waiting for this update. So glad u are all ok. Stay safe !
Lenny is a legend and is pure joy and light. I have hope for the future if the world is in Lenny’s hands and heart. ❤️🇦🇺🦘🫶🏻
It's times like this that help you realise what is important in life. Love & family. Glad that you are all safe and hope that you get back to your adventure when the time is right. Take it easy, N
First 10 seconds and my heart is beating fast with you. I’m so sorry this happened. Glad you’re all safe. Going to make a coffee and sit down to watch 😥
My heart breaks for you all and as a long time follower I am so relieved that no one was hurt. Severely shaken, frightened I’m sure. Thank goodness at least the stars were aligned to have said goodbye to Ellie before this accident. Riley, I am so impressed with your assessment on the cultural lack of experience with sailers in general in Japan. Truly thought through and generous in your response to the couple and their boat hitting you. I’m sure the boys were scared but they were so sweet about their boat La Vagabonde being strong. Sending love to you all and whatever you decide to do may it include being good to yourselves. Hugs from New England. ❤❤❤❤❤❤