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Hi, my name is Emi. I'm born in raise in small town just outside Quebec City, this is where my lovely accent comes from. My #vanlife story starts in September 2018. After a long-term relationship that I was trying for more than a year to rebuild, I decided it was time to end this toxic relationship once for all. This is where I decided to move away from this man that I was still in love with. I put all my belongings inside my SUV (GMC Jimmy) and moved six hours from where I was living. I didn’t know where I would sleep, didn’t know where I would work, but I knew I needed to make a drastic move. At that time, I told myself I would only sleep in my car for a month while looking for a place to rent. What I didn’t know is that one month became another month and another month. In the end, I end up sleeping in my car for a full year. Even if people consider this the lowest time of my life, this experience was the best thing I couldn’t have done with my life. I took that year to focus on myself, decide what I wanted, and most importantly, what I didn’t want. That year made me also realize that for so long, I was chasing the wrong dreams. I was chasing what society wanted me to be: to have a big house, a steady job, kids, get married… None of those dreams was making me happy. In September 2019, while I was actively looking for a van, I received a phone call that someone had found my cat (Kelly). After trying for hours with no success to communicate with my ex-boyfriend (who was taking care of her), I decided to drive the six hours to go pick her up. Without going into too much detail, it turns out he wasn’t able to take care of her anymore. So I brought her in a cat kennel for a couple of days until I found a van we both could live in. I put all the savings that I had accumulated while living in my car and bought my van (a 2011 Ford Econoline that I end up adding a hightop) In the beginning, It wasn’t so glamour. My cat and I were sleeping on a mattress on the floor of the van. We both had to adjust. Now, my cat loves this lifestyle as much as I do; she looks at the window while I’m driving, and she loves exploring new places. Since then, my cat Kelly and I have been living full-time in my self convert van.
I broke down on express once with my 2 little ones, a trusted truck driver gave me a ride back to my home exit, saved my day!!
The world is a better place because of you, Emi. I wish everyone was as kind as you. Love to you and Kelly.❤TN Nana
We love your comment!❤
❤Just remember, you're never 'solo' when you have Miss Kelly with you. Happy travels to you both. ❤
Hi Emi, it's good to be respectful to trucker's. Most of them are really good people and will help you out when there is trouble. ❤
I like how you're thoughtful of the truckers.
Have a good trip and stay safe.😊
Love it when you “let” us with Miss Kitty.
I had never seen groundhogs until I moved to my current home in western NC USA. People who were born here call them Whistle Pigs. For some reason, that name brings a smile to my face. Enjoy the sunshine!
They’re big aren’t they. Saw my first one here in Tennessee.
We have the yellow bellied marmots here in BC, and they also get called whistlepigs.😂
i was a truck driver for 25 years and that was respectful of you!!!! lot get mad at us on the road sometimes...but they need to remember. the highway is are office, are work place.........
Always be respectful of truckers. My mother married a few🙄. We were taught to imagine walking with a wagon full of bricks. Struggling going up a hill imagine someone stopping/standing in your way. Same with going down hill. My daughter & I road tripped to Texas after I bought her a car. She saw the Truckers & said immediately her thoughts were "heavy wagon". Keep on truckin safely!
yes ty!!!@@stanbyme7874
I respect truck drivers without them we would not have groceries, new cars etc... Thank you for what u use to do enjoy your retirement.
YES MA,AM!!! THATS RIGHT , EVERYTHING HAS BEEN ON A TRUCKONE TIME OR ANOTHER. WITHOUT TRUCKERS THE WORLD WILL BE IN BAD SHAPE...@@gailpalmer1926
Absolutely. Truckers are the backbone of this country. God Bless.
Nice to see you smiling again and that shot of Kelly basking and rolling in the sunshine made me chuckle❤
Ty for sharing ❤️
The road that you so wisely chose is 5A, it is the old road to Kamloops, much easier on fuel and less hills than the main road. Because I use to drive commercial I enjoy trying to figure out where you are. Stay safe and ty for being respectful of the truckers and all the others on the roads.
You're not short Emi just vertically challenged ❤
Snow and blue skies - what could be better! Enjoy! ☮️❤️☀️
You aren't the only one that double checks I do it also 👍
The first feeling brings more happy feeling when the sun shines and the sun touch your skin lots of hugs to you and kitty
Thanks! Because of watching your cooking videos, I have been making more dishes with tofu and fresh vegetables. Be careful out there!
Awe ❤️ love that. Thank you so much and have a beautiful day
DIANE HERE: truly how healthy is tofu to eat ? Does hummus moisten/make saucy?
@@robertklinker3237 I randomly realized I'm allergic to soy basically, so for me tofu is a no go, unfortunately. So, for some is heathy and others not, apparently.
Very nice to ear your respect for the truckers
Thanks!
Awe ❤️ thank you so much. Have a beautiful day
kitty look like she doing good.
I like to follow professional truckers on road trips---just hang back a few hundred meters---especially if the route is unfamiliar to me. I'm in the north Okanagan this weekend as well---going to the open mic/coffee house at the Eagle Bay Hall (7pm Saturday). Loving the sunshine, too, but a tad disappointed that "fridge weather" was so brief this winter.
Hello, Robbin here. Sorry for being negative in my last comment about your leaky roof top. I’m sure everything will be okay, and it’s great you’re having someone look at it. I had a van and a truck camper I was converting and both times mechanics took advantage of me and I couldn’t complete them in California. My daughter and I and my grand baby moved to Arizona a couple of years ago and got a little off grid property and I”m converting a tiny hose. My daughter is concerning a class C motet home. I still would like to convert a van in the future. Your van is very nice and inspires me. I hope to order your cook book soon. Take care.
concerning? motet home?
@@robertklinker3237You know what she means, be nice. ❤
I am so in awe of the respect that you have for truckers and everything else. You are such a respectful person! Stay safe on your travels. Love to see Miss Kelly outside enjoying herself.
That mountain at the beginning of this video was BEAUTIFUL, but then again most of your videos have such nice scenery. Kitty is a beautiful to look at too, she’s such a sweet little thing. Love your videos. Be safe, take care. ❤️✌🏻🐱
Hello Emi and Kelly ❤ so good to see you, how everything is going well sending love to you and Kelly ❤
Thanks for this video. I enjoyed the views of Nicola Lake and area. It has been too many years since I've visited that area.
Yay, I’m so glad you got some sunshine 🌞 ❤.
Thanks for being such a special caring person Emi. You model so much kindness and insight. Hug your beautiful miss Kitty for us. 🐾🐾💚Jul
Emi it's always amazing to see you and kitty video always remember I really enjoy watching you
Still cold in manitoba -25 at night
Kelly is just the cutest thing! When I turn on the wall heaters I tell my cat “I’m turning on the sunshine for you!” Hs knows what sunshine means and comes right to the heaters. We don’t get a lot of sun in my apt. 😕
You look so happy Emi it's nice to see thanks for the beautiful scenery Safe Travels
Summer is coming. Greetings from Finland. ✌
Beautiful scenery and pretty music as always. Emi, you and Kelly have a wonderful, wonderful, day. See you both next time.
Sunshine is refreshing!
‘Short person problems’ 😂😂😂
Hi Emmy! The mountain in the background there is absolutely gorgeous. 🏔️ You are definitely living in God‘s land. Safe travels girl..🏔️🚐🐾🐾😊
Hi Emi! Thank you for the beautiful views, sunshine, and clear skies! Miss Kelly, thank you for the loving you gave us. Love & blessings to you both❤!
Beautiful road through the mountains. Thanks for sharing Emi.
Coquihalla sure is a beautiful drive this time of year on a sunny day. Wow!
You and Miss Kitty are a breath of fresh air and sunshine 🌞
What a cute groundhog!!!
I found a website called Home Exchange and because of that I was able to book places in BC for free!!! (In exchange of letting people stay at my home in Lévis QC... What a cool concept!!) I'll be in Squamish July 12-19!!! Then in Vancouver for the Celebration of Light!! It snowed again here so knowing I'll be in BC in July gives me hope!!! ❤
Ever see the movie The Holiday? Kate Winslet and Cameron Diaz do a home exchange.
How do they cover the subject of background checks ? So many stories of places getting trashed by swappers.😮
THANKS FOR THE KISS KITTY. ❤
Miss kitty I just luv her❤. Great looking lunch 😊
Safe travels 🙏 very cold - 16 this morning again Richmond Hill Ontario Canada 🇨🇦 saints 🇨🇦
Lol! Your own ground hog shadow citing. Hopefully spring is here.
Great video. Safe travels.
Going with some friends to Kamloops next week …. hope the Mountain Pass is still good on Monday. You and Miss Kitty look very happy in the sunshine and on the road again - take care 🐱✌️❤️
I’ve done that route around the lake quite a few times and always enjoy that route.
Awwww kisses to kitty 😘
I see little kitty appreciates the sunny day bless her 🐈
Looks to me like you don't need a step stool to access your engine. Just like my Ford Transit, your front bumper has a spot for your feet to step into. Great for short people like me! Glad to see you're venturing farther. Enjoy!
Loved the time-lapsed opening shot ! Kiss right back Ms. Kelly!
Hello Emily & cute little kitty.😊
I’ve noticed there are some beautiful scenic views where you drive the lake and the mountains love ❤️ t thanks for your videos and the kisses from kitty
Good morning from Australia. I’m up early doing my book work. I laughed at your short person problems, I’m under 5’4” too.
👋😁 It's good to see you out on an adventure. Safe travels. ❤️
It looks clear where your driving today
❤❤ good morning. Stay safe. ❤❤
Do watch for "TICKS"...both of you.
Hi Emi! Still snowing here in Ontario. 😩
Oh no
But, it will melt,not stay too long 🙏☀️
@@christiannemayer6062 true, but my area gets another dump of snow tomorrow
We’ve stayed in that truck stop!!
Ms Kitty is loving the weather - sunshine!!! LOL That lunch looked good! Nice weather.
Hello, Emily and Kelly,
From Beautiful British Columbia Canada 🇨🇦 ❤all the"cabins" along the lakeside
Thank you for sharing! Continued prayers and love for yas!❤😊
Hi Emi and Kelly, love watching your videos, you live in beautiful country
Good Afternoon Emi and Miss Kelly. I just love all your videos. It makes my heart sing when I watch them . My husband and I just got our van and we are starting to work on it. Can't wait to get on the road. Take care and God bless you both.
5:08 If you hold that jug so that spout is at the top, it pours much easier and you don't spill as much. I know it's counter intuitive, but that's the way you're supposed to do it, hole on the top and pour that way ;^)
snow is nice to look at, dont' like to drive in it.
Good Morning from Medellin, Colombia...in the Anfdes!
Kelly in the sun was so cute. Looks like it will be a nice day for a drive. Your salad looked delicious.
Lovely episode!
So much snow still in Canada. Reminds me of my trip to ABQ, NM and so surprised to find snow still late March in the Sandias. I love snow too, Emi, as long as I don't have to try to get to work.
March? Some places we still have snow in May.
Hi Miss Kitty is so cute👍❤️
Awwww I so miss being on the road 😢 have safe fun and amazing travels 😊
I like ur . Music 😊 Have a safe trip.
👋😁 Aloha 🏝️
Love seeing the pastures at Merritt area. Looking forward to your videos of Kamloops. Thank you for this! Kelly looks to be loving this spring weather! Enjoy! Happy Easter Emi!
Very considerate of the truckers!!
Hi Emi, Hugs to you and Kelly. This hot house flower gots to say I reaaaaaly don't need the cold to be in love with hot weather...but I get what u saying gurl😁!
Miss Kelly is such a happy kitty, enjoys her front seat ride alongside and enjoying getting outside for exercise and fresh air. Well rounded life and happy one. Kisses to miss Kelly❤
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Great video Emi and Kelly xx
hi how are you ? lots of fun to listen & watch you travel as you go,, be safe too many bad people out there today, I am realistic, practical, aware of life of the road. nice to see you ok
Yes the suns shinning here today to beautiful
Buy the snow shoes out of season they are cheaper then.
Beautiful
I love the markings on miss kitty she is very beautiful. How old is she if I may ask? Love this vlog as usual. Have a great weekend with Theo warmer weather. See you on your next video.😊
Kelly kisses are the best!!!
Get a cb radio..the best you will have for communication to other road drivers and don't cost anything but the first time buying. It's fun and can be helpful
Hi Emi!
That little step stool. Omg what a good idea. I used to climb the bumper n sit on my truck lol 😅
Hi Emi
Yay road trip!! ❤ wise that you check your fluids and make sure they go in the right place :) cute wee groundhog
You are so right Emi! As I use to say: if you have Your Head in the Owen & Your Feet in the Frezzer, You average has Good Temparature! From Peter Eriksson Sweden Europe with Love to freedom 😅😅😅!
Hi lovely to meet you from Shropshire England have fun 🤗
I see your rust is coming back on the under part of the van...the sides...you should try that stuff called T-Rex bed liner...you can roll it on and it helps protect against Rust..and its also waterproof...look into it ...might help with all the rust your getting ...has many benefits...I only listed a few for ya ...if you do roll it on ...I would start from the line on your van and go down from there...might help with the water running down the van to the bottom...
covering the rust does not stop it. it simply eats away til the metal is toast.
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Good afternoon from NOrthen Maine, snow storm last night and high winds. Did your parents get the storm too? 2nd storm Saturday up to 16"😂
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Emily did you see Chromes last vlog ? His pal did some welding. Have you thought about buying the van he is selling for $5.000. it may be good for you with the leak you have and the rust x