Solo Female Living in a Van for 2 years with a Cat 🚐🐈 Dodge Class B van tour.

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  • Today's alternative dwelling documentary features Sarah and her cat bodhi who live in a van and have for the past 2 years in western Canada. she shares her experience about what it is like for her to do Vanlife
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  • @Differentmedia
    @Differentmedia  Před 2 lety +69

    Van Life Essential Supplies! Everything you need to build out a van
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    • @pamelarw58
      @pamelarw58 Před 2 lety +10

      Does Sara have a video channel? 😊

    • @jonbongjovi1869
      @jonbongjovi1869 Před 2 lety +1

      here's a GREAT TIP FOR VAN LIFERS:
      learn a musical instrument and PERFORM FOR OTHERS outta your van.
      I can make money ANYWHERE I go, if other ppl are there, by just practicing my instruments. it's a party any time I want!
      (Marijuana is also a GREAT tool for van lifers. Nature and grass are perfect together!)

    • @jonbongjovi1869
      @jonbongjovi1869 Před 2 lety +1

      also, all these videos should always ask "GAS MILEAGE?"

    • @elizabethrios7759
      @elizabethrios7759 Před 2 lety

      😜🤩😊

    • @Sirskibumsalot
      @Sirskibumsalot Před 2 lety

      Thanks for the offer ...but I will respectfully decline ...I don't do well being on camera 📸, not wired that way I guess ....even as a kid I had wicked stage fright 😳. That's probably why I like the mountains so much ....I can get away out there back country skiing or like now fly fishing on a river away from crowds . Ok happy trails and have fun ....I'm on my way to Mt. Shasta now ....cheers 🍺

  • @neil9383
    @neil9383 Před 2 lety +763

    One thing she said really stuck with me..."when you can make decisions not out of fear, but out of openness..." I love that!

    • @walesu.k.2108
      @walesu.k.2108 Před 2 lety +23

      This Lady needs more Exposure so she can live her life - we are living afraid! This woman is doing it full Flight 🔥❤️🚀 I admire you!

    • @christine4670
      @christine4670 Před 2 lety +11

      Me too! She's so insightful And yes she totally deserves more exposure

    • @_darkbrian
      @_darkbrian Před 2 lety +7

      yup hit me hard, I don't remember the last time I did that

    • @christine4670
      @christine4670 Před 2 lety +9

      Lol Yes can not forget the cat😻

    • @Brandon-eq7hk
      @Brandon-eq7hk Před 2 lety

      Yes, she has a good writer.

  • @MN2_Kevin_Hill_1970
    @MN2_Kevin_Hill_1970 Před 2 lety +1539

    My wife and daughter both survived colon cancer. Much respect for you for shining a positive light on your medical condition.

    • @elizabethrios7759
      @elizabethrios7759 Před 2 lety +45

      I can't believe how well this girl is doing!! She's super strong!! Van life takes someone brave enough from the get go! The fact that She's doing Van life with her condition just makes her my hero!!!! Btw my spouse of 9yrs is a stage 3 colon cancer Survivor! And I'm sure without us living together when we did . He would have had a much different outcome. But because of my experience being sick . I was able to help him catch it . I'm just say mr.kevin hill... I know what u have went through. Be proud of urself and family because butt cancer and Crohn's disease is quite literally a pain in the ass for all!!!! And thank you for your military service.. and please remember to be patient and caring with your wife even long after we're supposedly in remission we can still go try and take our morning poop and feel like we're being stabbed!! Btw. But sent with love.🥰😍 also remember sickness is different for everyone so please don't compare ur wife with other people.! Especially like this girl in the video. She's a anomaly she might not even have the pain that people with crohn's disease and cancer went through we don't know why she has that bag!!!

    • @hoppas77
      @hoppas77 Před 2 lety +12

      @@elizabethrios7759 hi, Happy to see all of you that survived wicked cancer! I have a question, what do you mean by helping him catch it.. are you talking about recognizing the signs/symtoms?

    • @MN2_Kevin_Hill_1970
      @MN2_Kevin_Hill_1970 Před 2 lety +11

      @@elizabethrios7759 thank you, I'm very proud of my wife and daughter and I'm so glad that they are still with me. I'd be devastated if I lost them. I'm so thankful for the awareness of colon cancer.

    • @elizabethrios7759
      @elizabethrios7759 Před 2 lety +9

      @@MN2_Kevin_Hill_1970 ur comment made my day thank u. And u should be very proud and they should be proud of themselves as well. We quite literally have to overcome a pain in our ass!!! U sound like a great guy I can tell by what a beautiful daughter you have raised. I love her van. !😍 and much luck to u and yours!

    • @elizabethrios7759
      @elizabethrios7759 Před 2 lety +7

      @@hoppas77 I have Crohn's disease so it was easier for me to know that something was really wrong with him other than IBS or GI tract infection because I had been there and done that with the doctors he finally got diagnosed when I went to the ER with him and demanded they give him a CT scan

  • @johnrivera6085
    @johnrivera6085 Před rokem +136

    One word for this young lady... RESPECT! The way she thinks is mature beyond her years and he strength despite her medical condition is something to be admiring of.
    God bless and take care on your journey!!

  • @DanTuber
    @DanTuber Před rokem +1

    she's got a great chilled out vibe.

  • @karenb1627
    @karenb1627 Před 2 lety +158

    Such a beautiful human. Living in alignment with her mind/body and soul. And Bodhi

  • @malcontent456
    @malcontent456 Před 2 lety +46

    This lady has a nice van, nice cat, and a very calm and relaxing demeanor and voice.

  • @lifeunfiltered4822
    @lifeunfiltered4822 Před rokem +3

    I'm about to do van life and I'm battling metastatic cancer. I love seeing someone else out there living their life despite health issues!

  • @SteveRodanFilms
    @SteveRodanFilms Před rokem +75

    Loving the cat, looks so happy living there

    • @vikingpowered868
      @vikingpowered868 Před rokem +3

      An animal made to roam for miles every day. Yeah, it must be happy..

  • @arroyobaby38
    @arroyobaby38 Před 2 lety +372

    I LOVE her calm vibe. Her van is very comfy cozy. She has everything she needs. Love that kitty kat 😊 So cute!!

    • @feroze7241
      @feroze7241 Před rokem +5

      im in love with her

    • @DiskoKDiskoL
      @DiskoKDiskoL Před rokem +2

      high as a kite

    • @theplacebeyondthelies2429
      @theplacebeyondthelies2429 Před rokem

      @@feroze7241 we all are, so who's gonna get her?

    • @bellona6356
      @bellona6356 Před rokem +1

      @@DiskoKDiskoL lol, she does look a wee bit stoned. No biggie. Probably helps with nerves.

    • @danh4435
      @danh4435 Před rokem

      @@theplacebeyondthelies2429 whoever lives with her in that van

  • @user-mi3hr9xg1t
    @user-mi3hr9xg1t Před 2 lety +371

    It's actually quite amazing with how she handles van life and also her medical needs, thoroughly enjoyed and all the best to her👍

  • @martinmatejov9067
    @martinmatejov9067 Před rokem +163

    instant crush, really inspiring person, everybody should appreciate what they have, not living in a fear of discovering what they want. People usually try to hunt their goals but at then end they find out they are still missing something. Wish you the best, Sarah.

    • @robmen1402
      @robmen1402 Před rokem

      So the Ostomy bag is not a turn off for you?? Do you know what that is? She has a bag on the side of her him with a tube going into her side and excrement leaks into it.

    • @paimon2k
      @paimon2k Před rokem +9

      just say u down bad bruh 😭

    • @matejazivkovic6471
      @matejazivkovic6471 Před rokem +16

      @@paimon2k God, I hate the internet nowadays....

    • @00serenity00
      @00serenity00 Před rokem +3

      @@paimon2k 😭

    • @savesoil3133
      @savesoil3133 Před rokem

      Have you heard of Save Soil movement before?🌿 I really think it could interest you, as it is very relevant for us all today across the planet🌏🌎🌍 Even If we are simply aware of the situation it already can make a huge difference, so it is worth sharing here as well🌿 What do you think?

  • @aisscience4372
    @aisscience4372 Před rokem +26

    Beautiful girl, beautiful kitty. Great that you found each other and enjoy life.
    One thing - it would be great if you put a collar with your name and phone number on the kitty in case she runs away (somtimes cats gets scared, I know that as an owner of 5 cats :)
    God bless you both!

  • @3500camarz
    @3500camarz Před 2 lety +247

    I like how she said “when I was 24” and she still looks like she’s 24 lol
    I hate that she had to have this surgery at such a young age…really makes you appreciate what you do have

    • @patrickthai7654
      @patrickthai7654 Před 2 lety +2

      Exactly( Ann )

    • @terrigold3152
      @terrigold3152 Před 2 lety +26

      I dated a guy who had a colonoscopy bag. It's easy to ignore and pay attention to the person if you can't it's very selfish. Love her van and her cat and her heart. She is a beautiful girl inside and out.

    • @lottonthewizard4352
      @lottonthewizard4352 Před rokem +9

      Plot twist, she's 25 now.

    • @Rasbiff
      @Rasbiff Před rokem +5

      She actually says "it's been two years now [since the surgery]" so she's 26. Not that much older.

    • @BassPlayer9000
      @BassPlayer9000 Před rokem

      @@JupiterThunder im right behind you friend. I am 28 and college kids look like literal children to me now it is very weird how age changes perspective.

  • @DaliwolfBacon
    @DaliwolfBacon Před 2 lety +220

    I think this woman is awesome! I hope she has nothing but good luck and fabulous adventures with Bohdi kitty!

  • @Nosliw837
    @Nosliw837 Před rokem +12

    The way this woman speaks is so damn chill. I usually interpret 90% of the people who talk at me as angry or upset. Just really super refreshing.

  • @artifactsantlersoh
    @artifactsantlersoh Před rokem +6

    I traveled around the US in this exact van. Brought back great memories!
    I appreciate you sharing your medical condition and how you make can life work for you with it. I had to use a straight catheter for a year following a spinal cord injury and decided to hike across Spain 11 months after the accident. I had to bring a much bigger backpack to have room for 250 catheters and other medical equipment.
    It’s nice to see others making their conditions work for them 🙌🏼

  • @Illuminate-Life
    @Illuminate-Life Před 2 lety +59

    And yes! Thank you for speaking to the simplicity of Van life and not the whole “Instagram” story bs

  • @smoklhoe
    @smoklhoe Před 2 lety +180

    Gorgeous, intelligent, sensitive, wise, well-spoken young lady living the dream with her adorable kitty 😻 Good luck in all you do!!

    • @karakondzula1388
      @karakondzula1388 Před rokem

      Dirty, stinky, weird, awkward, dodgy, questionable morality, lonely, social outcast bum girl living trough hell with a cat. There… now it will be closer to reality. Good luck to her!

    • @lotanowo
      @lotanowo Před rokem +3

      She's just a normal woman, why are CZcams commenters so eager to shower literally anyone with praise as if they were a gift from God?

    • @smoklhoe
      @smoklhoe Před rokem +1

      @@lotanowo you are right, actually

    • @wallacesousuke1433
      @wallacesousuke1433 Před rokem +6

      @@lotanowo well she sounds more interesting, down to earth and wise than the average person we see everyday so there's that

    • @talion7268
      @talion7268 Před rokem +1

      @@lotanowo I mean looks aside... her personality is definitely special and warm compared to 95% of women I meet out there

  • @LSChestersMom
    @LSChestersMom Před rokem +4

    What a special soul and love her van. Simple and true.

  • @scottragsdale8279
    @scottragsdale8279 Před rokem +2

    such a charming, positive, beautiful young woman ... thanks for sharing this story

  • @brianct7801
    @brianct7801 Před 2 lety +428

    She's adorable & I love her vibe. You can tell she's very at peace with herself & her lifestyle. Also appreciate the fact that her van is humble, functional, lived-in, and doesn't look like it was built for Instagram. lol Pretty insightful look into an authentic #vanlife lifestyle.

    • @stevemuzak8526
      @stevemuzak8526 Před rokem +6

      That's depression. She don't look happy at all.

    • @theplacebeyondthelies2429
      @theplacebeyondthelies2429 Před rokem +20

      @@stevemuzak8526 I wouldn't call it depression, just battled from life, imagine yourself living with a sickness or the consequences of a sickness, it's something that makes you actually sit down and think about life and about yourself you know, she seems very thoughtful and probably just tries to make the best of it, and while living with such a condition, traveling can serve as a great relief and also leading a humble simple lifestyle can reduce a lot of stress, and I guess that is what she needs the most at this point. Life is not about happiness. It's just that this world wants you to chase happiness like it's the purpose of life. The main purpose of life is witnessing God's creation, and doing God's will, and maybe bring a light into the darkness that evil people have manifested down here over the centuries, the world's governments. She is closer to life than most who are still stuck in this world. Life and world are not one and the same. This masonic world is within life. There is no need to be part of this manmade world when you're part of life which is GOD.

    • @Jdb63
      @Jdb63 Před rokem +4

      @@theplacebeyondthelies2429 Beautifully put, thanks for sharing ❤

    • @tasneemhaf7826
      @tasneemhaf7826 Před rokem

      Every word you wrote is absolutely true.

    • @theplacebeyondthelies2429
      @theplacebeyondthelies2429 Před rokem

      @@Jdb63 God bless!

  • @angeladawn805
    @angeladawn805 Před 2 lety +54

    "When you can make decisions - not out of a place of fear, but out of openness you can.... "
    This beautiful young lady is wise beyond her years. Thanks for sharing :)

    • @annmarieladuke3276
      @annmarieladuke3276 Před 2 lety +2

      Sara~You are Authentic & a natural beauty. I’m sorry about your medical illness & I’d like to share Dr. Axe & renown Author & healer of his own body-Jordan Rubin-Check out Garden of Life & Ancient Nutrition Bone Broth Vanilla powder & Gut Health. These two men collaborate when it come to health & healing the body. My best to you in your journey & Bless you in all your Adventures. Annmarie

    • @lovedream1805
      @lovedream1805 Před 2 lety +2

      Definitely a star seed!

  • @jasonberezowski2869
    @jasonberezowski2869 Před rokem +44

    She's insanely beautiful, what an amazing story she has! Wish the best for her and her kitty cat!

  • @breakdancerQ
    @breakdancerQ Před rokem +33

    So much respect! I'm one of those people that's more afraid of letting go that structure, this is really is inspirational! And that kitty!

  • @johna.a.9829
    @johna.a.9829 Před 2 lety +128

    Wow. She is one of the most articulate and well-spoken people I have ever heard, period. Living in a van with her condition says volumes about the kind of person she is - I wonder if her middle name is perseverance? Her nickname has to be courage. Wow. The van is cool, now - a little TLC and it would be even better. What a wonderful human being! Thank you for sharing your life with us - you're an inspiration.

  • @jeanieolahful
    @jeanieolahful Před 2 lety +42

    A dear friend living with Crohn’s disease mad3 the decision to get the surgery last year, and it’s been life changing for her. She’s finally able to travel, and is enjoying new freedom. Happy travels to you!

  • @zevilaga
    @zevilaga Před rokem +2

    I think I just fell in love with a girl with an ostomy bag. What a spirit... I could listen to her voice for the rest of my life non-stop.

  • @paulatreides6779
    @paulatreides6779 Před rokem +60

    I would love to have a friend like Sarah. You cannot but love her.
    Good luck to her!

    • @virgo4200
      @virgo4200 Před rokem +2

      SIMP

    • @misterbonzoid5623
      @misterbonzoid5623 Před rokem +1

      @@virgo4200 Insult not this kind man, for HE IS THE KWISATZ HADERACH! And you prolly can't get a girlfriend.

    • @BawlBag
      @BawlBag Před rokem +2

      @@misterbonzoid5623 I doubt you're drowning in female attention either talking like that

  • @MrLuhs
    @MrLuhs Před 2 lety +162

    This girl is a whole vibe. She has the calm and content demeanor that I’ve always admired in others and strive to achieve for myself. Thank you for sharing

  • @terryhuffaker3615
    @terryhuffaker3615 Před 2 lety +18

    Her favorite quote .."I want to live my life like a river surprised by its own unfolding.." John O'Donnahue, Irish Poet.. Beautiful

  • @gx2music
    @gx2music Před rokem +18

    Having the cat 🐈 is definitely the cutest final touch. And very practical too - think of all of of the pests it gets rid off.

    • @markusw.2690
      @markusw.2690 Před rokem +1

      Well, not so useful, when it shits in your van and you need two weeks until the shitty smell is gone..

    • @irrwahn35
      @irrwahn35 Před rokem +1

      You are supposed to clean the kitty toilet before it smells. Multiple times a day if necessary.

  • @eternaldarkness6228
    @eternaldarkness6228 Před rokem +18

    With the cost of living nowadays I'm thinking about it 🤔

  • @healthyself7941
    @healthyself7941 Před 2 lety +91

    So beautiful, so calm, down to earth - she's a sweetheart!

  • @Gabrielle499
    @Gabrielle499 Před 2 lety +22

    I love how you have a good size fridge & stove, even the fan above the stove. 😊👍

  • @bobbyleglocks1992
    @bobbyleglocks1992 Před rokem +1

    I did van life with my gf in 2017 to 2018 in Chicago. Your van is amazing, I had a stealth van out of a 2004 Chevy Astro van awd. I gutted it and put a lot of work into the van inside, I put a 2 inch lift kit and we went everywhere, you definitley get some people that ask " you live in a van?" We had an apartment I let my friend rent it, We had a blast. People over think this, the best advice I can give is, just do it, Thank you for sharing your van.

  • @normandy1140
    @normandy1140 Před rokem +1

    Seen other videos were people go ‘camping’ with over $100,000 worth of gear. Hardly a struggle. Usually I do not care for such videos, but this video is very refreshing. Godspeed, Miss, and travel safely.

  • @Bricktown982
    @Bricktown982 Před 2 lety +24

    Wow you never know what people are living with. I love how real she is.

  • @gypsybelle4757
    @gypsybelle4757 Před 2 lety +84

    I am truly inspired by her insights and inner calm. Thank you, Sarah, for reframing what I was feeling were my “have to’s” before I could start vanlife. I hope you are having a wonderful experience at the ashram.

  • @mjremy2605
    @mjremy2605 Před 11 měsíci +2

    So you had colon cancer, that is rough at such a young age. I'm sorry you had to go through that. I lost my daughter to cancer as well, and she was in her mid 30's. Much respect to you for being tough and setting your priorities right.
    You have a beautiful van and a lovely cat. You are very good looking too!
    The issue with the water heater pilot light going off - there is often a lot of debris like ash and soot clogging the flues. Bang on them gently and use canned air to blow out the flues. There is a spider that likes the smell of propane and it could have built a web in there. Blow it all out and make sure the thermocouple is placed correctly near the flame. Do the same thing for your fridge, which runs on propane. It gets blocked easily. The water heater may need to be flushed out with vinegar to remove scale inside so it can work efficiently. There are CZcams videos on that. Either its an Atwood or Surburban. The Suburban needs a new anode every year - you need to check. The Atwood does not. You may also need a new Thermostat Assembly - this one is an easy fix. If this malfunctions, heater won't work. These are standard maintenance issues that you have to learn to do. Make sure your propane tank (if its a mounted one) is certified as being still functional with no safety issues. Don't use workarounds for hot water. You deserve a nice hot shower . RVs like houses, need maintenance.

  • @lukabeast1150
    @lukabeast1150 Před rokem +1

    This girl is a whole vibe and absolutely stunning

  • @Catmoore60
    @Catmoore60 Před 2 lety +44

    This is my ideal for life as a limited income retiree. I don’t feel the need to be tied to one place anymore and I want to see things and meet people, share stories and just go with the flow, as I have never been able to before due to responsibilities. Thank you for a realistic look at this life.

  • @danielg.4094
    @danielg.4094 Před 2 lety +44

    Such beautiful energy this woman has. Relaxed, reflective and wise. Also really loved her van and how it's all put together. Looks like she has a sweet set up from which to enjoy and dive into this indescribable endless mystery (that was given the label "life"). Lovely!

  • @lovepeace4065
    @lovepeace4065 Před rokem +9

    This young lady is absolutely brilliant, strong and has a wonderful heart. She is also extremely wise for a young girl. What an inspiration good on her 🙏🙏🙏

    • @theplacebeyondthelies2429
      @theplacebeyondthelies2429 Před rokem +1

      thats what travel does to people, once you actually go on a journey, not just 2 weeks all inclusive you know then head abc into the "safety" of the matrix.. it's just a comfortable cage but people seem to enjoy it

    • @lovepeace4065
      @lovepeace4065 Před rokem +1

      @@theplacebeyondthelies2429 If only I was 20 years younger!!

  • @terje1757
    @terje1757 Před rokem +11

    It's so awesome and inspiring to see someone live a happy life like this without having started out with a 100k high-tech self made super-van which would require years of saving and/or engineering/carpenter /electrician /mechanic - skills that for me is so far out that it makes it feel utopian. Thank you, and God bless 🙏 Bonus for kitty, I could not live without kitties, and she looks so happy! Thank you 💜

  • @kimberlyknight4973
    @kimberlyknight4973 Před 2 lety +8

    Love the van I have had a colostomy for 9 yrs when I get depressed I remind myself there are much younger people who has one. I am lucky to have survived Cancer. I am going to enjoy my van like.

  • @sherry866
    @sherry866 Před 2 lety +115

    Poor girl, hope she stays strong with her illness, I'm Extremely sick for past 4 years, just waiting for the day I kick the bucket now sadly.
    I wish her and her fur baby the ABSOLUTE BEST OF LUCK AND HEALTH ❤❤❤❤😊🇺🇸

    • @cosmos3753
      @cosmos3753 Před rokem +7

      I would say "rich girl". Love from Greece

    • @stevemuzak8526
      @stevemuzak8526 Před rokem

      @LUCKY🍀PLANET No love for russia. You guys will pay for that war.

    • @Masked_Official
      @Masked_Official Před rokem +8

      I hope you're doing well. I had 5 surgeries since 2014 - lower anterior resection - lost most of my colon. If you ever need someone to talk to, just reply to this message. Take care

    • @mehmetabdullah250
      @mehmetabdullah250 Před rokem

      @@cosmos3753 poor because of the illnes ? why would he say rich

    • @ivylearog
      @ivylearog Před rokem

      @@cosmos3753 Rich?? Wtf?

  • @deadi22
    @deadi22 Před rokem +2

    Thanks for sharing some of your story and a glimpse at your van life! Great video. You are courageous and an inspiration to folks like me. 😊

  • @blue1984
    @blue1984 Před rokem +2

    Your an amazing girl Sarah doing van life with your condition and such a positive attitude. Really heart warming x

  • @SoundCastle00
    @SoundCastle00 Před 2 lety +16

    I could tell right away that she had a life event.....I could feel it.
    Once you go through something and push forward you become more understanding and compassionate to everything thats around you and you can see that ease of acceptance in her smile.
    Wish she was on CZcams 🚌

  • @sonyacallahan2563
    @sonyacallahan2563 Před 2 lety +12

    What a sweet lovely young lady, she reminds me of the cottage fairy... they have such a sweet gentle soul, I think your van is lovely, it has a lot of charm... nice to see someone being honest and happy in life, thank you for sharing, I wish I had done what your doing when I was younger
    Makes a huge difference in life to see what's around you and to learn who you are in life... God bless you, Continue on your journey in life, it sounds wonderful
    We need more gentle calm honest people like you, in this hectic world we all live in ❤

  • @MusicLibre999
    @MusicLibre999 Před rokem +5

    What an incredible person! I've lived in Canada for 12 years but unfortunately not many people I knew there had this understanding of life.

  • @aethelflaed5879
    @aethelflaed5879 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for showing us your way of living. It is inspiring to see your resilience and strength. You are a good example to all. Thank you again!

  • @coolsounds99
    @coolsounds99 Před 2 lety +34

    Fair play to her, its inspiring to see such a positive attitude. She seems like a person who values the important things.

  • @DangerousDevilOfficial
    @DangerousDevilOfficial Před 2 lety +170

    I used to think people who lived like this were just avoiding being responsible adults. But as I got older, I feel like, if this is what draws your heart and spirit, I think you should go for it. And besides, anyone who has a cat as a travel partner has to be a decent person! I had a cat who was my travel partner across the country for many years until he passed away in 2018.
    I think this girl should journal or share her story and adventures online. If she doesn’t already. This country has so many beautiful places most of us never see anymore. 👍👍👍

    • @rashb3994
      @rashb3994 Před 2 lety +37

      Nah, it's actually more responsible and smarter. Obviously not everyone goes about it that way, but it's people living within their means, not throwing it all away on rent. Great solution if you're down on your luck, want ownership or to live a more free non confined life. A lot of "responsible" adults make great money yet live paycheck to paycheck trying to keep up the illusion of doing well or outshining their neighbors. They're not always more responsible, they just participate deeper in the illusion to look that way. Respect to her for getting her own little tiny home. In the end do you! :)

    • @mikearchibald744
      @mikearchibald744 Před 2 lety +4

      @@rashb3994 Yeah I agree, but I can understand why you'd think that, we live in a VERY regimented society, even though the fifties were LONG ago, its taken social media to really open peoples eyes. I've seen other van videos, I like her better than most, not that it should be a contest. I think there's going to be a division eventually with cat people and dog people each watching their own team:) And she's very smart to learn some mechanical, so many of these van people have little money and yet have no idea how to do the simplest things and get taken for a ride by dealerships. The interior design is important, but the thing is a vehicle too, you need to know that side of it if you are going to move it around.
      I had a somewhat distasteful thought, but rather than propane, what if you hooked up a composting toilet to a digester and also threw your food waste in there and then piped in the gas to do your cooking with?

    • @rashb3994
      @rashb3994 Před 2 lety +2

      @@mikearchibald744 Whoa, I love your thought process at the end! That would make proper use of everything. I had no idea there was even a thing called a digester. I'm going to have to look that up! Thx:) Your last paragraph could be or should be the future.

    • @mikearchibald744
      @mikearchibald744 Před 2 lety +7

      @@rashb3994 LOL, They're a big part of off grid housing, just a big tank filled with water and a pressure valve for safety and methane is naturally occurring once you stuff, er, stuff in it.
      I first noticed this over a decade ago when I saw what we'd call 'third world' farmers, and essentially they just ran an open metal tube from where the animals crap to their kitchen stove and then lit it up and thats how they did their daily cooking-they usually powered up a hearth which probably would be too much for van life, but for off grid housing if you've ever seen the cob ovens they used to use, you heat up the outside, then when the fire was out, the main meal was cooked when it was super hot, then bread was coooked when it was moderate, and dessert cooked slowly as it was cooling.
      With gas that could heat up the cob oven, some ingenious vanlifers could probably figure out how to make as pretty small one to make scones in the morning, bread in the afternoon, rice pudding at night as its cooling. Now I"m hungry.

    • @bnstndrd
      @bnstndrd Před 2 lety +4

      Rent has become too expensive and until recently this was a more affordable way to live on jobs paying anywhere from below poverty to lower middle class wages. They can try and glamorize this lifestyle all they want but it's not as much of a choice as it was either this or living out of a backpack.

  • @johnjohnnyjohnson9987
    @johnjohnnyjohnson9987 Před rokem +5

    A fascinating watch and obviously such a free spirit.
    Good luck and good health for the future Sarah (and Bodhi).

  • @tonymccaul7159
    @tonymccaul7159 Před rokem +1

    You are an inspiration for pursuing your dreams. Your capacity to be resourceful is a great example, particularly coming from one so young. Thank you for sharing your experience. Well done and good luck 👍🍀

  • @sunnyfrank5391
    @sunnyfrank5391 Před 2 lety +36

    From meeting in person, to watching you here. The feeling of serenity arises when listening to you speak, thank you Sarah for being a loving example of calm. Much love,
    Jupiter Galactic

  • @japerkins3565
    @japerkins3565 Před 2 lety +29

    Proud of you. Praying for your continued health. You are very empowering

  • @datBoondockingdiva
    @datBoondockingdiva Před rokem +6

    As an introverted traveler, this is exactly why I do part-time Van Life in my Roatrek Zion RV---while teaching online. Love my hubby, but it's my home away from home when I solo travel 🧡 or want to meet up with other ladies to camp with.

  • @asgerms
    @asgerms Před rokem +1

    Impressed with "how home'y" this van looks (and her ultra relaxed persona).

  • @HOBOsnake
    @HOBOsnake Před rokem +44

    I have medical conditions of my own, and it's very useful for me to see a person like her going for what she wants. This girl is attractive in the ways that matter, kind of crushing on her. seems like a good person.

    • @virgo4200
      @virgo4200 Před rokem +8

      SIMP

    • @lightlayagajoie5739
      @lightlayagajoie5739 Před rokem +9

      attractive in the ways that matter. convoluted way of saying she's hot.

    • @voodoodolll
      @voodoodolll Před rokem

      @@lightlayagajoie5739 If you actually read into her medical condition, you'll find out why he said "in the ways that matter". Don't be an ass.

    • @realeyesrealisereallies97
      @realeyesrealisereallies97 Před rokem +1

      @@lightlayagajoie5739 he means she's got a good personality and good traits, looks aside. Although she is good looking anyway

  • @maxkazzora4234
    @maxkazzora4234 Před 2 lety +79

    A very rounded and mature young lady. Despite everything that she has suffered health wise she is always positive. Kudos to her. I pray she isn’t lonely. I’m sure she isn’t. Stay safe young lady.

    • @wombat5252
      @wombat5252 Před rokem +5

      I'll gladly pay her visit so she's not lonely and unload my happiness into her 😁

    • @maxkazzora4234
      @maxkazzora4234 Před rokem +5

      @@wombat5252 Sick ‘wom bat’ sick!!!

    • @fvenateafork
      @fvenateafork Před rokem +7

      @@wombat5252 No one wants that.😩

    • @BurtTurbo
      @BurtTurbo Před rokem +24

      @@wombat5252 yeah, with a comment like that, I'm sure she's out of your league.

    • @lightlayagajoie5739
      @lightlayagajoie5739 Před rokem +5

      If she is lonely though it is probably by choice, lol.

  • @dorkloser123
    @dorkloser123 Před rokem +4

    Gorgeous independent young lady, I wish you all the best on the rest of your van adventures!

  • @dalaov5258
    @dalaov5258 Před rokem +8

    Refreshing to see someone so real and raw compared to the caked up ladies all over social media. keep doing you

    • @ruthmccabe3527
      @ruthmccabe3527 Před rokem +2

      Yes she's lovely isn't she? Real is so much better than fake....

    • @ishrendon6435
      @ishrendon6435 Před rokem +1

      @@ruthmccabe3527 but real doesnt sell . Being fake does . Damn sponsors is what instagram is now . Damn ads everywhere

    • @3seren
      @3seren Před rokem

      Real as in Hippie? You don't need to be caked to be fake and you don't need to look and live like a hippie to be real. You sound like you stereotype the sht out of people

    • @dalaov5258
      @dalaov5258 Před rokem

      @@3seren...Sounds like you're the one stereotyping ppl by labelling her a hippie 🤔

    • @dalaov5258
      @dalaov5258 Před rokem

      @@ishrendon6435 hmmm, 1.1mill views seems pretty impressive to me..

  • @janm8477
    @janm8477 Před 2 lety +22

    Wonderful van - the layout is excellent. Very calm and peaceful person, I needed to hear everything she said in this video! Thanks.

  • @juliah8601
    @juliah8601 Před 2 lety +54

    I love her energy. Such a cute van, too. Love the layout. In fact, it was similar to what I've envisioned for my own van build so I'm grateful to see this one. Thank you for sharing and many happy travels to you and your fuzzy co-pilot.

  • @michasosnowski5918
    @michasosnowski5918 Před rokem +1

    Good to see that you are kicking it. Great, inspiring video. Thanks for showing me your van life! :)

  • @beachstreet101
    @beachstreet101 Před rokem +3

    Great video! You seem so articulate and amazing and down to earth. Someone that most people would be friends with.

  • @debscreepy
    @debscreepy Před 2 lety +12

    Her van is pretty nice for how old it is. I love her kitty. Nice bathroom!
    I Have been living in my 1994 Winnebago Warrior class A with my little dog Tinkerbell for 4 years. I decided to live full time on the road after I beat Kidney Cancer. I also have congestive heart failure and I have never regretted changing my life and filming my adventures. I am living my dream! I will be 61 this month and excited every day to be alive!
    Congratulations on going out into this life style even with your medical needs.
    You are amazing and continue to live life to the fullest!

    • @theplacebeyondthelies2429
      @theplacebeyondthelies2429 Před rokem

      did you beat cancer or was it God, the Father in Heaven who decides about life and death? Think about it. I recommend reading genesis Old Testament for starters.

  • @megblackwolf5470
    @megblackwolf5470 Před 2 lety +21

    She's incredible. There is such a peace about her. Love that she is living her life on her terms.

  • @abhishektodmal1914
    @abhishektodmal1914 Před rokem +2

    This was lovely to watch. My best to Sarah, and you! 😃👋❤️

  • @scarsdale22
    @scarsdale22 Před rokem +25

    You are a wonderful, beautiful and amazing. Your van truly is a reflection of the simplicity and calmness that comes across in your personality. Your demeanor gives off such positive energy. You handle your life in all its aspects with grace. I could go on and on but I hope you continue to thrive in all aspects of your life. May God bless you and keep you. And I love your cat!

    • @BudFuddlacker
      @BudFuddlacker Před rokem +7

      SIMP

    • @PraveenSrJ01
      @PraveenSrJ01 Před rokem +2

      @@BudFuddlacker what is your problem???

    • @Franklyfun935
      @Franklyfun935 Před rokem +2

      Simp

    • @scarsdale22
      @scarsdale22 Před rokem

      I cannot believe all the moronic responses to my comments. This
      young woman handles her struggles with grace.
      You people are idiots and have truly empty lives. And bozos, speak and write sentences. Your ignorance is breathtaking!

    • @scarsdale22
      @scarsdale22 Před rokem

      @Nicky Bobby, get a life mon ami! Pray for this young woman and her battles.

  • @avelinomiseray6349
    @avelinomiseray6349 Před rokem +24

    This lady seems genuine and grounded.. I hope to meet people like her on the road !

  • @ajs511
    @ajs511 Před 2 lety +21

    I am a physical therapist starting travel therapy at the end of this month. This video spoke to me! My biggest concerns with getting a van has been my cat and the fact that I am not handy mechanically at all. She makes me feel like I can take this on. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful perspective on life my friend.

    • @rhondapelletier2141
      @rhondapelletier2141 Před 2 lety

      Did I miss part of this video? Where does she hide the cat litter box? Is it in her bathroom? I would love to take my cat camping in my small slide in camper. But I have no clue where I would put the cat box. I have no bathroom….

    • @thelaboringheart
      @thelaboringheart Před rokem +1

      @@rhondapelletier2141 it's actually right there on the floor when she opens the side door--but she mentions that she scoops it every day

  • @VegasGlaive
    @VegasGlaive Před rokem +1

    This young lady is a beautiful soul. God bless her. The world needs more people like her. Cheers to your future adventures and journeys lovely lady.

  • @joanndavis4843
    @joanndavis4843 Před 5 měsíci

    You are an inspiring young woman. It takes knowledge, courage, and optimism to work with your medical needs and still be thriving spiritually and emotionally as well. I wish you good health and safety out on the road. Enjoy your life!

  • @jarroddobben
    @jarroddobben Před 2 lety +7

    Give Bodhi a treat for being such a sweetheart!

  • @roberthardy2013
    @roberthardy2013 Před 2 lety +36

    Well done girl for not letting your medical needs rule your life. My wife is partly disabled and functions as well as any other female and better than some, she just gets on with it. Love that you travel with a cat instead of the dog that most vanlifers seem to have, that can be good friends once they have trained you right!

  • @joanwingo6555
    @joanwingo6555 Před rokem

    Your a breath of fresh air! Good luck with your journey through life.

  • @kengaskins5083
    @kengaskins5083 Před rokem

    Your definitely a kindred spirit. I like what you said about openness to experience throughout and listening to your intuition. Cool 😺 too!

  • @johnsolimine1164
    @johnsolimine1164 Před 2 lety +25

    I've changed the carburetor on a similar Dodge van... it is not easy... and I'm a builder of competitive race cars... Kudos to Sarah... You must have peace of mind to have taken on this technical task. May the power of the universe continue to strengthen you

  • @RenegadeBastard
    @RenegadeBastard Před 2 lety +57

    Sarah is cool as hell! I love this woman’s drive and spirit. I’d chill with her if I ran into her during my travels as well. Wishing you all the best, Sarah. Thank you for sharing your story with us fellow van lifers. Full-timers and part-timers. 🙂

  • @angeliaphillips
    @angeliaphillips Před rokem +3

    I'm working to transition to van-life and also have an ostomy. A full bath is a must. Love this van and its layout. Thx for sharing and bravo on the fitness activities she maintains!

  • @Theozzie11
    @Theozzie11 Před rokem +21

    They should do a follow up in 15 years. Would love to see how this lifestyle pans out.

    • @jackfischer5153
      @jackfischer5153 Před rokem +1

      Yeah I think you don't have to wait for more than 6 months to see how this pans out.

    • @psychopompous3207
      @psychopompous3207 Před 9 měsíci +2

      ​@@jackfischer5153 As of the time of this video, she had already been living the life for over 2 years. Wonder if she's still going strong.

  • @rosaleesantamaria7673
    @rosaleesantamaria7673 Před 2 lety +17

    I've been watching a lot of van life videos recently. This is by far my favorite. Wonderful, centered, independent woman with the best van ever: comfortable and homey. And of course the cat. Love the cat.
    I wish you the very best in life's journey.

  • @CAM-fq8lv
    @CAM-fq8lv Před 2 lety +36

    What a brave and sweet person. Totally inspiring.

  • @dvtoolboxS106
    @dvtoolboxS106 Před rokem

    Thanks for the trip down memory lane when this was a big part of my life in the late 60's early 70's.....God Bless you...safe travels...Life is a Highway...Love and Light

  • @dancampeau1963
    @dancampeau1963 Před rokem +1

    Very good idea. I feel like I'm wasting my life working every day in a warehouse. You are truly living life the way your way. Take care and good luck with your future.

  • @anayoung319
    @anayoung319 Před 2 lety +14

    Super authentic soul✨🙏🏼thanks for sharing your journey and I especially resonate with what you mentioned regarding vanlife and the Instagram image of perfection. Start wherever your at and less is more. The consumerist mentality is destroying our planet. I commend you for being a part of the solution and not the problem 💛🥂

  • @StocktonStephanie
    @StocktonStephanie Před rokem +1

    And you are awesome for producing this incredible documentary 🤗🙂❤️

  • @johnbecay6887
    @johnbecay6887 Před rokem

    i like your openness about your life changing surgery. i have had ulcerative colitus for 40 some years. i have my large intestine, thank goodness, but living with a bathroom always near has been a wake up call to what is important. keep on your journey. you are an inspiration to us all.

  • @barbwatkins3676
    @barbwatkins3676 Před rokem +33

    The van set-up is practical and cosy. Sarah is a very beautiful and chilled individual who obviously doesn't sweat the small stuff. So impressed with her can do attitude despite the medical issues. Gorgeous little Bodhi also..great travelling companion. Kudos and happy travels.

  • @mmad3130
    @mmad3130 Před 2 lety +25

    Love her down to earth attitude that you don't need a $60K Sprinter van, just do it, basically. You'll get through it, regardless. Good healthy perspective.

  • @jesusvasquez1859
    @jesusvasquez1859 Před rokem

    Your zen energy is remarkable, truly inspiring .

  • @nativeseneca7181
    @nativeseneca7181 Před rokem

    Such a beautiful soul. I hope her life is filled with comfort and happiness.

  • @missgigglebox748
    @missgigglebox748 Před 2 lety +20

    You are an amazing young woman. Your van looks so cozy and it just proves that we don't need all those material things in our life. I wish you the best of luck and stay safe.

  • @amymiller6854
    @amymiller6854 Před 2 lety +10

    Love Sarah and her home on wheels! Her van looks so spacious and comfortable! She has created an amazing life for herself. Cheers! And joy in the journey!

  • @eiryamorlais4978
    @eiryamorlais4978 Před rokem

    You elicited many smiles - even more near-tears. So much poignancy per your sharing (s). Thank you, for your forthrightness re:your health-related condition. So young! So young, yet, so much maturity, depth, heartfelt-ness, vulnerability, resilience. At 63, I would have wished to be much more like you. One of the most touching videos I have seen. I think that you are an especially precious being - and your little girl, too!

  • @boleslavcerny7884
    @boleslavcerny7884 Před rokem

    Awesome..thank you for being as you are and wish you all the luck on your path..