My father was a Marine Engineer and the first Christmas I spent with him was when I was 6. The second was when I was 15. If it was possible he would call us via the radio telephone but it wasn't often possible. I wish for your whole crew a day of Peace and calm seas. Merry Christmas
@nikolaslavov3498
Жыл бұрын
Question, I plan on going into this field but want to have a family as well later on. Was your family dynamic worse because he was gone so often?
@Plecosauga
Жыл бұрын
@@nikolaslavov3498 I can tell you from my personal experience. My father was a seaman even before I was born. So sad that I can't remember Christmas memories with him. Now that I'm a parent myself, I can feel how emotionally hard it must have been for my mom and dad especially during this time of the year. Salute to all you guys who chose this profession. Merry Christmas!
@anagray7521
Жыл бұрын
@@Plecosauga and they don't really make money like you would think I talked to a deck hand on a bulk carrier and he told me they only make around 20K a year
@ambrosiobertodazo
Жыл бұрын
@@anagray7521 It varies. Ordinary seaman don't make a lot. As I heard the newest recruit or apprentice only have a stipend starting at 200 US dollars a month and those with experience have salary ranging from 800 to 2K dollars a month. It is the officers who makes relatively good income. A captain or chief makes between 7K to 10K per month depending on the company and tonnage of the ship and his country of origin. For some reason shipping lines negotiates with recruiting agencies for lesser pay for seamen from third countries. For people from third world countries it's mostly for the money that they do the job despite being away from family. For people from advance countries it's mostly for the love of the sea since they have more options for a lucrative career and yet they chose to be at sea.
@anagray7521
Жыл бұрын
@@ambrosiobertodazo at least they are finding a honest way to make money o know 3rd world countries and socialist countries always have a high crime rate and there is usually good money to be made by commiting various crimes
@robertconklin3322
Жыл бұрын
Remarkable to think about all the professional seafarers out there working over the Christmas holidays as well as all other major religious holidays. Thank you, seriously. Thank you.
@spectrumboss6696
Жыл бұрын
Bless you and your crew Chief Makoi, may you sail in fair seas this season and be home soon.
@anthonylee6322
Жыл бұрын
Always remember enjoy what ever your ever your doing . I was a firefighter EMT-A for 5 years and a policeman for 22 ..shifts were 24 hr, 22 and 10. So a sit down meal out of my cruiser was a big deal In a Dennys or a Cafe. 45 minutes of quiet. When possible I'd go into a church for some of midnight mass.
@dariolin5396
Жыл бұрын
Sound music, sound ship, sound crews, sound officers! Merry Christmas to every seafarers!
@FLGurl
Жыл бұрын
I look forward to seeing this. Thank you for the advance notice. May you find joy and happiness aboard the high seas during this Christmas season! 🙏 🎄
@straybullitt
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Chief and Crew! 🎄 Appreciate all you guys do, keeping the world moving.
@jjab99
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Chief and Crew. Thank you all for working over the festive season to ensure we all have what we need. Take care and stay safe, Joe
@mikegleaden5096
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you, Chief. Thanks for all your informative and thought-provoking input this year. It's been more than 40 years since I spent Christmas at sea (though luckily we were in port so a good time was had by nearly all!). Please buy the crew a beer on me.
@ChiefMAKOi
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike! Merry Christmas!
@-wealuka7367
Жыл бұрын
You guys are what keeps the world running. Respect and merry Christmas!
@Christian-gb8nd
Жыл бұрын
Very nice to see all the crew being part of the video!
@JarrodFrates
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas, Chief. May your next Christmas be at home with your family. May your voyages be safe and your crew lively. I wish you fair winds and following seas.
@9V1SA
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you and the crew, Chief - thanks for another great year of videos!
@paulgibson7848
Жыл бұрын
Happy Christmas to all the seafarers we sincerely appreciate what you do
@hadi5509
Жыл бұрын
As a former Marine Engineer (mid 1970's / early 1980's) I wish you and your family as well as all the crew onboard Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thank you for all your videos which always remind me of my active time onboard of cargo ships.
@ChiefMAKOi
Жыл бұрын
Happy holidays!
@thefingerofgod1024
Жыл бұрын
@@ChiefMAKOi pls, can u link me to any vessel carrying sugar on the waters that can be bought. I come from Ghana.
@willymack5196
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all your wonderful videos throughout the year and thank you and the crew for providing all of us with the stuff that keeps our lives going keeps us safe and keeps us comfortable. Merry Christmas to you and the crew and I hope the new year brings all of you your heart's desires I hope your families have a wonderful Christmas even though you are away Merry Christmas.
@billk8579
8 ай бұрын
Thanks Chief. This was an uplifting video. I think most people do not realize what it takes to make this world so great. It takes hard work and dedication by people like you. In 1972 I was stationed on Guam in the USAF for a 4 month deployment. On Christmas Day I decided to walk along one of the beautiful beaches alone. While walking a voice called out from the edge of the vegetation. It was a USAF chaplain…a Catholic priest I had come to know named Father Dan. He was sitting at the edge of the jungle by a fire along side several Filipino workers who were roasting some pork. They invited me to sit with them and have lunch. This memory has stayed with me ever since. A Christmas sitting on the beach with some Filipino friends sharing a meal. Filipino workers did much of the skilled work on the island of Guam. They are a proud people.
@ChiefMAKOi
8 ай бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@sandywakeling8192
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you and the crew. Glad to see your spirits are high and enjoying each other's company. Just let them and you know we appreciate the work and sacrifice you make. All the best mate
@DJ-bh1ju
Жыл бұрын
Spent a lot of holidays on duty as a firefighter/EMT... At least I wasn't on the other side of the world like you guys are. Merry Christmas and stay safe !!!!!!!
@briannewhouser154
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you, your family, and your crew. Safe travels and good health, looking forward to your next video.
@robertadams2857
Жыл бұрын
Thank you and Merry Christmas to you, your family and family of shipmates! 🎄🎄🎄
@billycaldwell3804
Жыл бұрын
It's hard to be away from loved one at this time of year, I wish you and all the crew a happy Christmas and a healthy New year 🙏
@garciavelert
Жыл бұрын
feliz Navidad a todos los marinos FILIPINOS desde España ,yo tambien fui marino mercante y se lo que sentis en estos momentos fuera del hogar .
@arielleblond6201
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to all your staff, your family and you Chief Makoi. Every video you post on KZitem is a Christmas present for all of us all around the world. Thank you very much for your big 💓!
@ohnomrbill7984
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas, Happy and Safe New Year to you and the Crew. Thank you and the crew for your sacrifices to supply the world with all we need to live.
@a.m.v.6938
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your hard work, if it wasn’t for you and your crew this world would have so much less to celebrate. Merry Christmas to you and all the hard working people like yourself, may God bless you all.
@loganjohnson3589
Жыл бұрын
Back at ya chief As a long haul truck driver i spent many Christmases and other holidays not at home . In some ways our two careers in life have similarities this being one of them . In light of this i wish you and all of your crew a good Christmas and a good new year .
@alfredoberiajr9011
Жыл бұрын
Good pm Merry Christmas po have a nice trip in the sea God Bless..... from iloilo provinces
@thewingedpotato6463
Жыл бұрын
"And a partridge on the poop-deck!"
@stevenlulay5598
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you guys out there in the ocean thank you for all the hard work you do for the world and delivering goods God bless and safe sailing
@wouterpaap9343
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting. You might have heard that the European Union asked some serious questions about the level and upkeeping of the level of Philipine seafaring officers. Seeing how you work in so many videos made me wonder why they thought this. So I was relieved to just now I heard on Dutch radio an interview with a representative of the Dutch Marine Organization, who stated that if there were a problem whatsoever, things have been straightened out. She added that Philippino seafarers are very important both to Europe and specificaly for the Netherlands.
@JackKirbyFan
Жыл бұрын
That was so touching Chief. You really produced an emotionally moving video. Loved the music and the images. Let us hope next year you are with your family during the Holiday season.
@LaSouthernGemini
Жыл бұрын
It really was a moving video. In a short time, I felt my heart strings being pulled.
@torccchaser6712
Жыл бұрын
A very Merry Christmas Chief to you and those you love. Can;t wait to watch !
@Sagittarius-A-Star
Жыл бұрын
"Being away from your loved ones ..." - True - but don't underestimate the adventure part. You will tell your stories to your grandchildren.
@peterclark7879
Жыл бұрын
I hope your whole crew have enjoyed the celebrations as your hard work means others can celebrate Christmas with all the trimming's thank you.
@johndandrea8034
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Chief and to the Crew! May you remain blessed, safe and hopefully home with family soon.
@jp-um2fr
Жыл бұрын
I hope all is well Chief. Miss your sagasof the engine room. Whatever though all the best.
@v8infinity8
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you and the whole crew. Have a great day !!!!!
@physetermacrocephalus2209
Жыл бұрын
Thank you and your crew for working so hard for the rest of us! You are not forgotten and we love you!
@ianlangley987
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Mako and your team. I did time at sea as an engineer but didn't spend Christmas away but I can imagine it being hard away from families and friends. Sea going in my days was watches 24 - 7 with now auto systems but I enjoyed it. Cheers Ian. New Zealand
@Glauco1963
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you and all the crew on board, Chief !
@wascallywabbit7102
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you and the ship's officers and crew, Chief
@pR1mal.
Жыл бұрын
Good morning, chief! Happy holidays to you, your family, friends, and crew!. This morning finds me working a midnight shift loading the Strategic Entity. Last week we worked the Strategic Explorer. Yesterday morning, I took 3 dozen Dunkin Donuts to the gangway of the Entity and told them they were courtesy of Chief Makoi!
@ChiefMAKOi
Жыл бұрын
Wow thanks! 🎅🎅🎅
@pR1mal.
Жыл бұрын
@@ChiefMAKOi The Tennacity was here in April, if you're ever back this way let me know ahead of time and I'll take a car load of you guys to Philly, Washington, or NYC. Battleship New Jersey, Cruiser Olympia, and the USS Becuna are also in Philly. edit: What would you say is the most important thing that seafarers often run out of, or that seafarers would just really enjoy having? I like to surprise a crew every once in a while, because they don't get to come ashore often and being confined for a long period of time can be isolating.
@ionellotan
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas! Thank you for the beautiful moments you give us. I wish you all the best and the traditional seafaring greeting "Good wind from the stern!"
@jeffholverson8294
Жыл бұрын
Hope all is well Chief. Haven't seen a post to enjoy in 2 months. Stay safe and afloat.
@georgemalakasis
Жыл бұрын
Mary Christmas to all of you that you give your best providing all of us with goods. Keep safe. Hope that next year you will be with your beloved ones.
@iandaniels5653
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas I hope you make it home to your family soon to celebrate Christmas I look forward to viewing your videos in 2023 God bless
@markkershenblatt
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Chief and crew !!! I discovered your channel about a year ago when I watched your video about the Evergreen ship getting stuck in the Suez Canal and I've been hooked ever since. Your videography, narration, and knowledge is top notch and make every video interesting to watch.
@ChiefMAKOi
Жыл бұрын
Happy holidays!
@dezertraider
Жыл бұрын
MERRY CHRISTMAS CHIEF AND GREAT CREW..THANK YOU FOR THE GREAT INSIDE LOOK AT SHIPPING..SAFE TRAVELS..
@Joemama13479
Жыл бұрын
Good morning chief from the port of Los Angeles ( longshoreman)
@doncarlsen2692
Жыл бұрын
Very nice!
@JoeGiz64
Жыл бұрын
Thanks: Merry Christmas to you Chief…and your family and the crew. I always look forward to watching your videos. A Happy, Healthy, Prosperous New Year to you and the crew! - Joe
@ChiefMAKOi
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Joe! Merry Christmas!
@svenandresen7952
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts and impressions. Guess what… this morning when I woke up I asked myself where you might be these days and if you will be able to celebrate a bit. All the best to you and your crew dear Chief. Merry Christmas from Germany.
@nvragn
Жыл бұрын
Nicely done Cheif
@karlschwarz1536
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Chief Makoi and your Team. Kind regards from Austria.
@lizj5740
Жыл бұрын
Hey you guys! Great to see you all. Merry Christmas and a super New Year from Liz and Ginger in Australia.
@rosariodavila7891
Жыл бұрын
Great video congratulation
@ANONIE47
Жыл бұрын
And Merry Christmas to you and your Crew, and to all of your Loved Ones, and thank you all for your hard work and sacrifices 😊.
@hooper4581
Жыл бұрын
No matter where on earth humans are someone is representing NY Yankees ! Have a splendid holiday everyone
@christopherforster6555
Жыл бұрын
Thanks and merry Christmas to you all thanks for the videos.
@rono108
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Chief Makoi and crew. Thanks for your martime service. All the best from Canada.
@markzammit3950
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas and all the best for 2023. We value the work of seafarers. God grant you all health and strength.
@firstlast1047
Жыл бұрын
Although, my maritime experience was near coastal and no more than 60 miles for short periods of time, two absolute requirements became evident. Don't fu*k with the food and pay. Tasty and nourishing food consistently; the correct pay per the contract paid on time or issues resolved promptly. If these two basic issues are met, and there is competant supervision, the crew will remain loyal and productive. Merry Christmas 🎅 Chief and to the rest of the crew.
@mrv6968
Жыл бұрын
You made me all teary eyed as I. a Canadian has spent my past 17 years in the Philippines with my wife , son and our extended family. I am sending love and good cheer to all you hard working seafarers who must make this sacrifice to transport our goods to our ports of call. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you Chief and all your seafaring mates!
@wolfganghofmann3977
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas ! Great channel 😎 .
@jeroenvanrixel6600
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the good vibes chief Mako! Your videos are the next best thing after painting with Bob Ross. Merry X-Mas and godspeed !
@petrakatar8098
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas, Feliz Navidad, Joyeux noël to you Chief and the Crew. It's always a great pleasure to watch your videos and I hope for many more. So have a wonderful Christmas Time and a safe journey in to the new year. Frohe Weihnachten from Germany.🎄🌟🎄🌟🎄🌟🎄🌟🎄🌟🎄
@ChiefMAKOi
Жыл бұрын
Happy holidays!
@jimcaufman2328
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas one and all. My wife and I do not have any children so as an airline pilot I always was available to fly Christmas and graduation season. My dad work kept him away some Christmases, so I always tried to help out the family guys. God bless you and the crew on this special day.
@peromo9397
Жыл бұрын
I wish you and your Crew a safe and Merry Christmas also. Thank you all for your service.
@seanoelofse007
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Chief and Crew! Sail safe. From Port Elizabeth, South Africa.
@bggann
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Chief. As I sit here in the Colorado mountains, far from the sea, my thoughts and prayers are with the fine seafarers like yourself whose commitment keep all of us supplied and fed. You bring such a Peace and Patience to the world through your videos. I treasure both the content (I'm an engineer and find it fascinating) and the sense of comfort you bring. Bless you.
@markakira8988
Жыл бұрын
Maligayang Pasko! 🎄🎅
@KellyS_77
Жыл бұрын
Hope you and the crew had a great holiday celebration (despite the rough seas!)
@ChiefMAKOi
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Kelly! Yes, we were able to celebrate. Merry Christmas!
@christophertoti6721
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas and and a Happy New Year!
@rancelynch6514
Жыл бұрын
Rance here. Merry Christmas to you and the crew aboard ship, a special Merry Christmas to all of the families who are separated from their loved ones because of the work they do. Thank you all!
@garycountryman5412
Жыл бұрын
Chief, wishing you and all the crew a joyous Christmas
@lukes5533
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Chief and all the best for the new year , stay safe.🎄👍
@tomheringer2047
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you Chief Makoi and to all of the ship's crew. Thank you for all you do for us. The food looks absolutely delicious!
@AAAAlberto
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas from Italy ! ❤
@frankbarnwell____
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Chief. I've gotta work when your video is on. Pleasant seas to you.
@ramonching7772
Жыл бұрын
Being away at work is a normal part of human civilization. There are so many plants, ships that must be continuously running in order to provide for others. Regardless, there are shipmates that can keep each other company. Your family is on board the ship.
@Doc_Dolan
Жыл бұрын
The Brightest of Blessings, and Wishing you a Happy and Safe Holidays! Fair Winds, and Following Seas for you all!
@elcheapo5302
Жыл бұрын
When I began my flight career, I had to be gone on trips every single holiday. Turns out that's when everyone wants to fly and the most senior crews don't want to work those days. Thankfully, those days are gone for me, but I understand the feeling completely. Merry Christmas, Chief and crew. Get home safe!
@vishnuajay1284
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas 🎄🎄⛄⛄
@GodTrustful
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you to make from Georgia in the whole wide world.
@nightSkyacc
Жыл бұрын
any updates chief? Wish you all the best! 😃👍
@jameslanning8405
Жыл бұрын
Good morning Chief, from a very bitter cold Virginia! It's warmer in my fridge right now, than in my kitchen! I remember that 'needle gun.' Chipping paint and swabbing the deck, all in the daily routine at times. While I don't eat pig, those grilled fish sure looked inviting! And one of those cans of Stella Artos would be a great addition! I hope the seas you are in are smooth a a woman's... 'Skin!,' And that it is warm there. Looked like the ship was empty of cargo and sitting quietly at anchor. May the stars guild you over carms seas and under clear skies. Sorry you can't be at your home, but you know, the wife and kids need things that ain't free. So, eat hardy, enjoy the good food, friendship with your mates, a cold brew and light duty. maybe something sweet at the end. Get some sleep and be at peace.
@HarryWHill-GA
Жыл бұрын
Joyeux Noël, Chief. From someone who has spent Christmas underway I hope you have a VERY quiet day. That looked like a nice steel beach lūʻau.
@chemcody5119
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you and all the crew Chief! May the good Lord keep you safe.
@ANONIE47
Жыл бұрын
Amen.
@Bill_N_ATX
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you and yours. And may you have a very blessed New Year.
@RobertoMaurizzi
Жыл бұрын
Maligayang Pasko po!
@ayushayu3062
Жыл бұрын
Merry christmas🌲🌲🌲
@brianshields7137
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas cheif , may you and your family ship and friends have a safe and happy new year, smooth seas and fair wind be with you always , and in a different time iwish we could have sailed the same ships , best wishes and peace be with you ,
@GremlinsVillage
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Chief. Thank you and the crew for your service of keeping the world supplies moving.
@cedarbrake1309
Жыл бұрын
Thanks and Merry Christmas to you, yours, and all away from their families, be it work, war, or the jails of the world. Peace to all men.
@robertgeorgewerner
Жыл бұрын
Chief, three things a bit late. Thanks for sharing your Christmas with us and what a blessing it is to see you guys all having a good meal and remembering God's role in all of this. Two, I love how you guys are such engineers that you decided you had to do a test run of your Christmas and New Year's feast and make sure you got it right. Excellent work. 3, I love getting to see all the members of your team has real people and at least from your videos it looks like you are on a happy ship. May God bless you and your team throughout this coming year. I look forward to getting more content from you. Thanks again.
@antoniogalano6545
Жыл бұрын
Today 29 ....Happy New Year to YOU AND ALL CREW !!!
@sjtom57
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you and the entire crew. Stay safe out there.
@entropyachieved750
Жыл бұрын
Merry xmas to you chief and all those aboard.
@cdaniel778
Жыл бұрын
Hi Chief MAKOi and crew, and a late Merry Christmas. Thank you for the videos upload, they helped me a lot because im a newbie at seafarer way of life and profession. Im portuguese and at age 42 i choose to change my professional life, in April i hope to complete my certification(deck and engine mate). Learn a lot in your videos, and hope to see more of them. (sorry for any mistakes in english, not my first language) “Fair winds and following seas”
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