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Maya Doggie Update
zhlédnutí 32Před 14 dny
Hi Everyone. Thanks again for being here, your presence is very much felt and appreciated. Didn't want to leave you wondering about how Maya was doing, so here is a little update. Thank you for all your lovely wishes and prayers for her. Followed by some footage of the flowers and such in the yard, Vancouver Island BC, Canada. Hope you're all having a lovely day. Lori
Still no Diagnosis on the Van, & another sick fur baby
zhlédnutí 258Před 14 dny
Hello Fellow Earthlings, Funny to consider hey, "Earthlings"? Something I'm pondering, trying on for size. It's giving me a grounded vibes. Like, more connected to Mother Earth, feeling as though I am a part of her, and here to support her as well. Anyway, that's not at all what this video is about, but possibly an idea for though spewing on another video... only time will tell. So, today, I'm ...
Doing my best to Focus on Love, not the Broken Van
zhlédnutí 54Před 21 dnem
Hi Everyone, I'm Lori. Welcome back, or if it's your first time here, hello. Either way, I'm pleased to see you and appreciate your presence. This video was meant to be an update on the van, but unfortunately I don't have any more information than I did before it went in to the machanic. So... instead I rant... hahaha. Wishing you a lovely morning, day or night, depending on when you're seeing ...
Van be Causing me Stress
zhlédnutí 1,2KPřed měsícem
Hi all, I'm Lori. Out here on Vancouver Island.... with a broken van. Geez, I could use a break when it comes to the van. I've been out camping that one time, it was cold. Now it's nice and warm out... but the van is not going anywhere until this gets solved. Anyway, having a van is tough, when you have no dough. I hope to not talk about any issues with the van, ever again. But in the meantime,...
I finally camped
zhlédnutí 74Před měsícem
Just wanted to show up for another quick update. I'm definitely seeing I need to use the tripod more. Camera shake is dizzying. Sorry about that. Anyway, camped out at Englishman River Falls. This is not much of a story, more of a reflection on what I do and don't want to share on this channel. Thanks all for tuning in and subscribing. See you again soon. Lori
Layman's Van Heating & Cooling
zhlédnutí 195Před 4 měsíci
Hello,... and thank you for stopping by. I appreciate each and every one of you joining me here. It's very kind of you to share your energy, your thoughts, your time. In this video, I'm explaining the smell in the van hint it's coolant! It's alot of talking. I don't want all my videos to be this way. Wow that was alot of editing to remove all the "uuh"s and "like"s... That's why it took me so l...
Not Finding time to work on the Van
zhlédnutí 52Před 4 měsíci
2024 Vancouver Island. My mind runs wild. I'm working on it. Hope this helps somebody.... Maybe just me... :-) My name is Lori. This is a look inside my van. I'm actually working on tearing it down now. Making room for a fresh start cause the first attempt didn't go so well. Follow along the trials and tribulations. Let's see how this goes.
Part II, Van Bed Fit and Couch Mode
zhlédnutí 532Před 5 měsíci
2024 Vancouver Island. Moving things around in the van. Checking the fit of the bed and couch Talking alot. My name is Lori. This is a look inside my van. I'm actually working on tearing it down now. Making room for a fresh start cause the first attempt didn't go so well. Follow along the trials and tribulations. Let's see how this goes.
Solar Panels, the Van bed and ALOT of Talkin'
zhlédnutí 607Před 5 měsíci
Feb 7 2024 Vancouver Island. Moving things around in the van. Being kind to myself! Talking alot. My name is Lori. This is a look inside my van. I'm actually working on tearing it down now. Making room for a fresh start cause the first attempt didn't go so well. Follow along the trials and tribulations. Let's see how this goes.
Tire Pressure and Other Van Stuff
zhlédnutí 130Před 6 měsíci
December on Vancouver Island. Moving things around in the van. Being kind to myself! More shop talk from the wanna be mechanic. My name is Lori. This is a look inside my van. I'm actually working on tearing it down now. Making room for a fresh start cause the first attempt didn't go so well. Follow along the trials and tribulations. Let's see how this goes.
Dec 8 Part 2 Van Stuff
zhlédnutí 930Před 8 měsíci
December on Vancouver Island. My name is Lori. This is a look inside my van. I'm actually working on tearing it down now. Making room for a fresh start cause the first attempt didn't go so well. Follow along the trials and tribulations. Let's see how this goes.
Van Curtains Tear-Down Dec 8, Part 1
zhlédnutí 228Před 8 měsíci
December on Vancouver Island. I don't actually know what this vlogmas is all about... and I suppose it doesn't really matter. For me, it's about doing what I've been feeling like doing for hmmm, like 5 years now. Let's see how this goes.
Van Talk & Thrift Finds Vancouver Island
zhlédnutí 49Před 8 měsíci
Van Talk & Thrift Finds Vancouver Island
My first Vlog, Vancouver Island Garden & Van Stuff
zhlédnutí 40Před 8 měsíci
My first Vlog, Vancouver Island Garden & Van Stuff
Ep 42, Finally the Pillows‼️⭐️👀 and a HELLO
zhlédnutí 103Před 9 měsíci
Ep 42, Finally the Pillows‼️⭐️👀 and a HELLO
Ep 41, JUmp right OUTTA my Self, aaaaah 🤪😜🤪
zhlédnutí 27Před 9 měsíci
Ep 41, JUmp right OUTTA my Self, aaaaah 🤪😜🤪
Ep 34, the Grass IS always Greener, Vanlife VanIsle
zhlédnutí 116Před 10 měsíci
Ep 34, the Grass IS always Greener, Vanlife VanIsle
Your beautiful 🌹🇺🇲🙏
I receive that… 🥰. Thank you.
I love your hair lol 🙏🌹🇺🇲
@@user-wc4uh4rl3z that’s kind of you. Thank you Gabriel. 😊🙏
Mia will be in my prayers. Hoping for a full recovery. As to your van, I believe you have a correct diagnosis for the problem. Dealing with automotive problems can be very stressful! Hang in there and I'm sure you will get your van situation resolved. Oh and I like your tat!
Hello Mike. Nice to see you in the comments again. Thanks for giving your positive vibes to Maya and input on the Van issue. Fingers crossed. I have someone who is gonna help me look at it this week. 😊👍
Prayers and love for your fur baby❤😢❤
Thank you so much Jo-Anne. Shes totally on the mend now, just to let you know. We appreciate your positive energy. 🙏🙏🙏
@@iReturnToFreedom I am so happy for you both. Thanks for letting me know 🥹🙏🥰
@@user-xu6qb4ww3s uuuf. Me too. ❤️
Lol, then quit talking bout it...
@@eloyanzaldua7433 right! 👍
@@iReturnToFreedom I know it's easier said than done. I'm an ole biker and can ya believe I take anxiety meds, go figure! I used to take a pill everyday but now it's like one every few days so I've gotten better at it. As a safety supervisor it's my job to prevent issues before they actually happen. I tell myself I hope I make this trip without incident, then I have to tell myself to shut up n quit thinking bout it, lol, so I understand ur issues but at times ya just got to be hard on urself, just saying
Thank you for elaborating Eloy. And for being open about your life and struggles as well. Yes I believe we are all susceptible and the way our world is currently, we are exposed to way too much stress and expected to perform in very difficult situations. Thank you for expressing your understanding of where I’m at and offering your advice and comfort. That’s really extremely kind of you and I appreciate the time you took to help me out ☮️🫶
New subscriber here from England in united Kingdom. Im loving your channel.
Aaaw, many thanks for being here!! I'm happy to hear you're enjoying what I have put together 🙂.
Loving the grey streaks. 😊
Aaaaw, thanks NoraAngel
These phones are a constant distraction for our subconscious. Just like the brainwashed device called TV. Nearly everything is made to distract us and disconnect to our true selves . Once we find out who we truly are we are no longer a slave to the system.
Uuuf. I know. I think the problem is that I value SOME of the time I spend on CZcams. But then I get sucked in by the junk (just as they’ve designed it to do). I’m totally off the TV now tho,… for a couple of years!… so that’s something ☺️👍. Any tips to quit the phone?? 🙏
To be honest I've got two phones. I use one phone for social media and my other phone for phone calls etc. I leave my social media phone at home to stop me getting distracted. I now carry a book and oracle cards in my bag too. My social media phone really had an affect on my eyes with the blue light 😢. My eyes were constantly watering 😞. I knew then I had to find away to switch off from it. Plus the radiation that it brings is not good at all. I've just taken up crocheting. Lol. By the way I love your channel 💗.
@@AuthenticityMG hey, thanks for that. That’s actually a really good idea. I don’t even get calls to be honest 😆. I really only use it for CZcams, internet, etc. 🤔 but I shall see how I can incorporate your idea in my own way… Thank you. And thanks for letting me know you love my channel. That’s really kind and sweet of you. Sometimes I feel it’s much more talking than I thought I was aiming for… but I’m just doing what I can 💖. I appreciate your feedback very much.
It's always nice when everybody assumes you live in the real World paying through the nose for AAA coverage maximum insurance coverage and blah blah blah survival is about not paying much for everything you need really what you need is a boyfriend who's a good mechanic and lives the same lifestyle as you
Welllll.... You know?!?! It's tough for me to get the whole story out in every video... But thats ok. Thanks for being here!
I had an odd issue with my car cutting off also. Sometimes it would happen going uphill and even downhill. Then it started doing it when I would come to a stop at a light or even a sharp turn. Very strange. Found out it was just a fuel filter that had trash caught up in it. Changed that and the issue went away. Some vehicles have two filters on them. One is on the fuel line at the motor and the other was right before the fuel tank. I can only hope that could be part of your issue. However, if your vehicle is getting hot you need to take it to a shop right away. Could be something as simple as a thermostat stuck or needing replaced. Most decent shops can put your van on a diagnostic machine and determine the issue right away. It could also be a sensor for the fuel mix, They do also make diagnostic tools that anyone can use from home. Amazon sells these. There is a plug in port under your dash that they hook to. These things usually give you a code number and points out the issue right away. Just be sure you order the correct one for your vehicle. I pray you get this figured out cheaply. Best wishes going forward and so sorry to hear of your loss. My wife and I adopt many needy pets and give them and good forever home. We have lost so many over the years and it never gets any easier. Blessings to you!
Ya It's that secondary one that goes overlooked.
Wow, thanks for all you do for the animals in need. My baby was a rescue from the streets of mexico. And i have 2 others as well (a cat and a dog). And thank you for all the information regarding fuel filter and thermostat... uuuuf... so many parts!! haha
I didn't know there was a second one... Not sure if so in my van.. will have to find that out...
@@iReturnToFreedom ya I am sure there is not one in a van ..I was referring to an rv
The white smoke is condensation, it will clear up when you drive the vehicle, it's nothing to worry about.
Thanks MLA... I thought also possibly running rich?... but i am just guessing.
Possible blown head gasket,( white smoke out exhaust) possible stuck thermostat hopefully that's it, if your engine temp gauge is running hot, its not fuel related, you should leave the fuel system alone, if it was fuel would be hard start but your car turns right over, so its not your fuel pump, you would rough idle if it was fuel you don't seem to have that either,
Thanks for your help Night Fangs. I hope to have some answers tomorrow after it visits a mechanic
hope it gets better love from florida
@@ademgashi1189 that’s sweet ❤️🙏. Thank you.
@@iReturnToFreedom is there a way to help or contact ya
Ooooh thank you. At this point my only obstacle is the funds. Someone volunteered to help me get it checked out. I’ll have to look at setting up patreon too though. 👍 Thanks for asking.
Hi, Sorry for your loss, If you have any emisson problems such as bad charcoal canister, valves (clogged or leaking) your ECU is going to let you know. You'll get a check engine light on your dash. As far the white smoke it looked like condesation to me. Good Luck!
@@awesomesocks444 thanks awesome socks. Ya, no engine light. 🤷♀️ definite signs that something is off… But I don’t know what… yet. Thanks for listening and commenting 🙏☮️
Freedom. Sorry about your dog.
Thank you Ms Dee
Freedom. Please get your van checked out as quickly as you can. If you have triple A auto repair they give you 24 months guarantee on the work.
Well… I don’t have any cash flow… so that makes it a bit more difficult. But it’ll come!
Hey Freedom. Why are you not ordering or making window coverings? You should not expose yourself to the world while sleeping in a van. You can also get your windows tinted from a professional shop. They are not expensive. Take your van to a mechanic to make sure the van is sound. Don’t run the van while any smoke fumes coming from your van.
Oooh,…. No no… I have made window coverings. I live in a house still. The van is just parked in the Cul-de-sac so when I go up to work on the van, and record a video… that feels “exposing” to me.
She doesn't have any money when are you going to start understanding that everything you talk about requires money you need to stop making stupid suggestions
@@glennbeadshaw727 hey there. I didn’t know she was without funds. Also, nothing I said was stupid.
Well hermana, don't stress out to much cus I think a lot of us go thru that stuff, except there's other things to worry bout, lol. Oh, gotta love all that hair. Take care from Gonzales Louisiana
Hey there Eloy! Thanks for being here and sharing your wisdom ❤.
Hola amor cómo estás reina soy de Uruguay te mando un beso
I just came from Therapy - this was a nice reaffirming self reflection!
@@SisterSherryDoingStuff ooooh 👋👋 nice to hear it Sherry! I hope you’re well I’m looking forward to ur update vid 💖☮️
Ola ❤ cómo vai hermosa sou dei Uruguai teu maindo um beijo
Lol, only the truth will set u n others free. My first time was Totally Miserable but back in the 80s I didn't have a way to record it! Throughout the yrs, everynow n then I just screw up things and all I can think of is just how much it sucked!! Lol but it happens to a lot of people
@@eloyanzaldua7433 yaaaa 🤷♀️… maybe sometimes we’re just meant to have less than ideal experiences… to learn from and grow. 💖🙏 thanks for watching Eloy.
Fatti vedere bella
Салют милая.
It’s hard to make that decision to go and then have stuff to get in the way. Set up your bed, put a few blankets on it, fill a bottle of water, take a few items to cook, get your bathroom stuff, go out into the wild and rough it a few days. Make some decisions on changes you want, clear your soul, commune with the mother. Breathe. You’ll feel better.
Aaaah clear the soul. That feels good. Good call,… I’m getting there. My van actually died yesterday but hoping it can be remedied with fresh gas 🙏☮️. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
I agree with you. Many years of working in an office and dressing “ professionally” has completely changed the shape of my feet and created a very touchy sciatic nerve in my lower back. Now that I’m retired, I wear house shoes at home and sneakers when I’m not at home. Feet are taking on a more normal shape and spreading out as per how feet are supposed to be. And my back is much less painful. So, I agree, shoes aren’t made for feet and feet don’t need shoes as required by society standards.
Thank you for your comment, Rita 💗. I’ve started doing tippy-toes now and then… and it’s really strengthen my arches and actually narrowed that mid section of the foot. Tippy-toes… I recall being taught that it was “bad” for you to walk like that,… ever. Sheesh.
Heyy pretty ❤
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It feels more open with the cushion down . I get it , oh good morning to you ...
Hi Logan. Ya, exactly. Being able to see the out the windows makes a big difference in a little space. 👍☮️. Thanks for watching ✌️
Hi, I found your channel just today and cant stop watching. I relate so much to every video I have watched so far (being a virgo myself may have a little something to do with it) I plan on buying a van soon and every emotion you've shared in the beginning, I am feeling. Oh...I jumped to this video just to comment, havent watched yet. I think I may be on number 6 or 7 from the beginning of your van adventure. Cant wait to catch up. Rose
Hello Rose. Thank you for visiting and sharing your story 💖💖. It helps to know we’re not alone, doesn’t it? 🙏
Rite on
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Well ya did a nice job either way.
That’s super kind. Thank you Eloy 🙏
Great video, you've got a good grasp of how the coolant system works. A simple flush of the heater core in & out lines/hoses, (many videos on youtube) might have been all you needed. No tearing into the dash. Good luck getting the van in shape!
Hey Awesome Socks!! Thank you 😊😊. Do you figure what the mechanic told me could be likely? Smell is just coming from the coolant that once leaked onto the transmission? It’s hard to tell cause I can’t get my face in there to smell it!! 😂 Thanks for watching 🙏
Ya - probably good to do heater core flushes!! Canadian tire said they wouldn’t do that cause then there is a risk to cause damage to the core and create a leak 🤷♀️ . Anyway, Thanks for the tip.
HI, so if coolant level is NOT dropping in the reservoir & they did a pressure test, you're probably good as far as leaking. You might change your cabin air filter behind the glove box, especially if the former owner had a coolant problem. One last thing, being a pre owned vehicle pull the passenger side front floormat up and make sure the carpet is not wet with coolant. Good Luck!
@awesomesocks444 thanks for that. I did go on a wild goose chase for the cabin air filter a while back. Apparently this model/year doesn’t have it. I did look behind glove box. And yes did check under the mats for coolant as well. Thank you for your expertise!! 👋
I like the covers! Beautiful
Thank you Sonia. I’m quite fond of them as well 💗 and they were fun to create too 👍.
I love your name...RETURN TO FREEDOM!! Yes....people like yourself have inspired me to prepare and document my own journey on my youtube channel. Thank you😊
Thank you for saying that ❤️🙏. Lovely to hear you’re feeling inspired!! 💖💖 interested to see what you do with your van as well.
@@iReturnToFreedom 😊😊❤️
I need to read more books
Hi Shaun, What kind of books you like? 😊 Do you have an Amazon wish list? Maybe ur friends will hook you up 🫶👍. Lately I just buy a lot of books,… haha… the reading is overrated 😂.
My next project.
That’s awesome Mary!! Do you already have a van?
Wow. Good job. Why don’t you purchase a rear view mirror camera? If you plan to live inside the van you don’t want everyone looking inside your rig. You could purchase the wireless connections to your rig and they are not expensive. For example, if you go inside planet fitness to shower, if your windows are see through your rig will eventually be broken into and there will be nothing you can do about it. I don’t want that to happen to you. I want you to be safe, so I can enjoy your adventures on CZcams. I’m not trying to tell you what to do, but I know there are too many people waiting to commit a crime of opportunity. What I’m talking about is street smarts and an ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure.
Thanks Ms Dee. I do have a backup camera. But the display sucks!!! It’s the factory one. I’ll consider that at some point. Always good to see where I’m going. Funny u should say that actually. A couple nights ago I had a dream I was backing up and I couldn’t see. So I just went for it and ended up hitting some things in the garage 😆. Also I have two doggies that will travel with me 💖💖
I do appreciate these types of videos you're doing...I feel so similarly about things. When you speak of 'there is only love, no fear'...it reminds me of the Course in Miracles. Maybe we're not always supposed to just 'fit in'. Maybe life has us doing something else...for 'who knows what reason'? I'm willing to go forward and find out what that might be...even if it takes getting past some fears. When will you be heading out do you think??
I’m reading my daily ACIM right now 😊. I feel this journey is a lot about cultivating trust. Moving ahead without having all the answers but trusting in the divine plan 💗. Takes a bit to reprogram the mind away from fear though 👍
@@iReturnToFreedom Absolutely! I'm right there with you!
This was a great video. Love hearing your true thoughts. Isn't it wild how others will even think we're crazy for wanting to do life differently? I've wanted to do van living ever since I saw 'tiny' stuff happening...because I also love to travel (via car/van). This will give me a slower, more simple life...away from the crazy world we're living in now. Hope I can find your 'continued'!
Hi Tamara. Thank you for stopping in 😊👋 and sharing your story with me 💖. The next part is coming today or tomorrow. I really appreciate your comment.
@@iReturnToFreedom ❤🙏
Suggestion: cut the 1 in half as u said and connect them with a cloth hinge. When folded put the inverted V on back of bed. It will be shorter and also take up some space to make the bed a sofa.
Good idea. Thank you. I may do this… 💖🤙
Yes 🥰 Great Reminder! Only Love Here 🌟 Only Love can enter this place, Only Love can leave this place
You recognize the teaching? 😉❤️. Lovely to see you here Jade.
Good to hear from you today. Enjoy.
You too Ms Dee! PS. Dee is my middle name 😊
Although when it came to being extremely different with my offerings it took me a while to feel comfortable putting it out in the world.. But now I do and I'm doing what I love and I couldn't be more thankful for rising above. Send encourage to you to fill your heart with all that you need to fully believe in yourself and your choices!
Thank you Amiga 💖. I appreciate your sharing and encouragement.
I'm a huge "do something outside of the norm kind of gal" and I guess I've been that way a whole lot of my life. I embrace it and invite it so much that there's no one who questions what I'm doing..
That’s beautiful Coralee 💗💗💗
Nice awareness catch ❤
Strengthen your own opinion on it and other people opinions won't effect you ❤
Yes. I realized after that I was projecting my own fear 🙄 😂. Quick follow up video on that in the works. Love that though, strengthen my own opinion!!💗💗💗🥰 Thank you! 🙏
What I did for covering the windows was I used that anti-reflective and I cut them in the shape of the window just a little bit bigger and would push them in the window. Is that makes any sense
Thanks Coralee. Does so. Appreciate your input friend 🫶.
You are doing very well thanks for sharing your videos
Thank you HammerHead. I appreciate you stopping by 👋
You had me watching the entire video......interesting woman!
Aaaw, you’re very kind! Thank you for watching 😊✌️
@@iReturnToFreedom you're Welcome!
Wow. You have done an excellent job. I would recommend you don’t abandon the curtains just yet. Why don’t you go on more weekend trips for a few months before you do more work on your van. Attend some women’s vanlife events so you can get a feel for living in a van. You will probably be making adjustments for a while. Maybe you just need a seat adjustment where the seat can turn both ways instead of permanently be in reverse. What happens if you need to be stealth, your seat needs to be able to be forward. Also there are rubber squares you a put on the floor to cushion your knees. If you only camp for a while you won’t have to tell family about what you’re doing other than camping. Get adjusted first by trying vanlife on for a while. Who knows you might get a small scamp or trailer in the future. TTYL
Yes, you just never know what I’ll end up with in the future. I love how easy this is to drive around tho! Yes I know everything I do could be a “waste of time” and I “should” just get out there. But also, it’s cold out there still,… and I’m working on honouring my process. For me there is so much opportunity in doing things consciously… so that’s my main goal 💗. Thank you Ms Dee. Always appreciate your messages. ✌️