Yondu really isn't thinking of making good memories, either. He's thinking strategically. Get a bunch of magical and technological shit that'll improve his position, find a way to take it back.

"I don't know. I figure I'll keep travellin' if I can. See if I can get out there an' make a new crew. I cain't imagine bein' bound to a place- but I have met people I'd follow into the mouth of hell."

Then he admits. "If I can get Soldat or Raven or Kyoko back, I gotta try."