Living in my van | 24 hours in a Walmart parking lot
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- čas přidán 19. 06. 2024
- I meant to mention it in the video but I forgot! I found this Walmart by using a website that has a map that says which Walmarts allow overnight parking. I will see if I can find it again and I will let you guys now what it is!
For the hundreds of people living without a home I’m happy you have a place to call home.
you mean probably million without a home by now
I enjoy watching you, your personality is very likeable, very positive, it's contagious. I wish you and your companion Ruby safe travels 🙏. Greetings from Germany
Very likeable ...indeed....Ruby too!
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Really enjoy you and Ruby!!
Thank you! 😊
Absolutely conquer. My most fav CZcamsr❤❤❤
I sleep in my car in a Walmart parking lot 3-4 nights a week and I see many other vehicle dwellers staying overnight as well and security circles the parking lot throughout the night and I’ve never had an issue. Walmart closes pretty late and opens really early and there are employees working in the store overnight so they all park in the parking lot too. Walmart parking lots make me feel the safest
Same Walmart 5 years. FIVE YEARS!! And they could care less.
Waoo. I was wondering, because i already chose my Walmart, it's so safe... in a nice area. @HOPE.TheresNoPlaceLikeHomeClub
Plus overnight guests shop in the store....makes it convenient.
@HOPE.TheresNoPlaceLikeHomeClub how you handle the heat 🥵 besides using fans and a little open windows
Save your gallon bottles to use them as refills. Walmart as self dispensing filter water for 33 cents.
Yes, please...:)
And less chemicals from the plastic. That water has been sitting in those bottles for months 😅😊
I was coming to the comments to say this same thing! Most grocery stores have a refillable station for your containers and those gallons would be great!!
i would refill jugs anywhere to use cleaning water. peppermint bronner liquid soap use body cleaning and dishes. omg feels like heaven
Your fur baby is absolutely beautiful
I've parked at many Wal-Mart's. Never had a problem. It is nice to have a safe place to park and groceries near by! No stealth. It's ok. They know you are there.
It brings monies to Walmart
It increases the good will people feel from Walmart.
It's so cute how Ruby is all settled in to watch the movie....LOL❤❤
Glad you can relax and enjoy the next 23 hours with no stress.
Love Ruby. Just can't imagine a life without a dog. I have 2 dachshunds I camp with. You never feel alone. They love you so much.
Agree 💯💞🐕💞
I have a dachshund puppy too. He’s my companion.
I feel a kind of kindred companionship with you. I’m a widow almost 2 years and being alone is hard but you make me feel cozy cause you’re doing everything on your own and very positive and cheery contagious laugh. So many nights I’m comforted tuning into your cheery interesting adventures. ❤ Stay safe
I understand how you feel. Not a widow, but been divorced from a very bad man for decades now. No kids and can be very lonely. I too enjoy seeing others make the best of their circumstance. And I agree, it's comforting know we're not alone being alone
I do the same.
Me too widow of nearly 5 years. It does get easier as the years go by but you're not the same person and there are still hard days. I feel the same about these videos. They're comforting. All the best to you.
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Have to have money to stay in van food gas ? Where do you get money?
Nice Walmart with the trees and grass. Rowan, glad you and Rubes had a peaceful 24 hr stay. 🍓
Ruby is such a wonderful companion for you. Not to mention she is absolutely adorable! I hope she gets enough exercise. It must be a little hard for you to take her on long walks everyday. I enjoy watching you two interact. It’s obvious that Ruby adores you! 😊
Besides Walmart, there are also Cracker Barrels and Home Depot, both of which also allow overnight parking for RVers, vandwellers, etc. I've even stayed overnight in a police station parking lot after asking if it was okay.
Good advice. However, not all communities allow that. A few years ago we tried HD and Walmart in Oakland and were told no... Oakland rule. We moved on north.
Can't stay at any of those places in my area. All gone.
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I will make it a point to patronize those businesses that allow overnight parking.
Rubes is so cute with a big personality!
Rowan, it's not Walmart that's becoming less friendly, it's towns. Our Walmart doesn't allow spending the night because our city made it illegal to sleep in your vehicle. Walmart wants you there so you can buy stuff.
When your pup was on the bed with you while you were writing in your book, I felt the love you two have for each other. Great moment. It got me choked up! 🥹
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Walmart is the best place to stock up on your groceries and water supply. Also a good way for saying thank you for letting me sleep here last night.
I don't know what is more delightful, your sweet personality or your wonderful giggle.
I'm not sure if there are Cabela's/Bass Pro Shops in your region,
but they are flexible about people traveling using their parking lot overnight. I worked at the store in Augusta, GA for almost 4yrs and people with campers/RV's would ask to use it. The manager always said yes, just park at the end of the lot. So customers had the spaces closer to the store. A lot of times people parked, walked their dogs and shopped. I watch one channel regularly and the young man who has a car, uses a Walmart every night. He's pretty organized too. Your van is so cute, I really love the way you decorated it. The spice rack, books, the curtains and lights. I would gladly live in your van.
Yes that one let's you stay does the one in I believe it's gwinette County ga as well that let's u park ans stay too I live in covington GA
We just stayed in a Cabelas in Massachusetts west of Boston. Friendly people, no problem letting us stay. Cool store to spend time exploring, and they allow dogs in the store.
Your home is just so cozy and very cool! The Rubes is so gorgeous and well behaved and loves you beyond words! Walmart looked well lit and safe! Be safe always ❤️
Rubes is a love bug.
Thanks for sharing. I also love seeing grocery stores and that you show the prices of goods. It’s always interesting to compare the costs between theUS and South Africa. And…you are so close to 48 k subscribers! Whoop whoop!
Yes, I compared prices this time to, I'm in New Zealand. Groceries are very expensive here, even Australia is cheaper...
Love seeing the Rubes reaction to your movie screen, she’s adorable ❣️❣️❣️
So glad you & Ruby found each other; not only is she the sweetest little companion on the road & Very Goodest Girl; but I'm sure as she grows she'll increase your sense of safety. My dog gives me a feeling of security; she's really sweet but she's protective of me too. A good dog is the best friend you could have 🤗🐶
It's good that you reward Ruby with kind words and favorite things when she does something you want to see repeated.
Rowan, I love how you can laugh things off even when they don't go as planned; and seeing the joy you get out of a simple life with your beautiful Ruby is heartwarming. Thank you for sharing your life with us. And good luck with the projector and screen setup. I can't wait to see how it works out.
Ruby is such a beauty!! When you said she was part Weimaraner, I knew immediately that's why her coat is so beautiful and such a gorgeous color!! ❤🐕❤
It’s great you shop and give that WM your business in exchange for their 24 hour stay
I'm a first time viewer. I totally enjoyed watching. A very chilled vibe. Ruby is so beautiful. Safe travels.
I so enjoy watching your channel. Not only do you teach me a lot about how to live simply on the road, but your voice & demeanor is so soothing while you show your daily activities. Sweet Ruby is the cherry on top 🍒 😊
Thank you! 🙏
So cute watching Ruby trying to figure out what you’re doing with the movie screen, lol
Fun hanging out with you in Walmart parking lot❤
I'm glad you got a chance to chill a little. That looked very relaxing. Happy trails!
❤❤😊Great to hear something good about Wal-Mart overnight parking.
I’m so glad you got to stay at Walmart for 24hrs , they are hard to come by ! Glad Ruby is feeling better and y’all take care and be safe❤️☕️😊
I so enjoy watching your channel. Not only do you teach me a lot about how to live simply on the road, but your voice & demeanor is so soothing while you show your daily activities. Sweet Ruby is the cherry on top 🍒 😊 Also, Ruby reached out to touch your leg at 24:30 ish 🥹She’s the best little friend.
NOT THE FRENCH PRESS!!! 😱 The gasp I gusped when you said the glass broke 😂 but coffee drinkers will find a way! This was a nice chill video. I'm glad Ruby looks as though she's doing better. Much love to you both. ❤
Amazon has glass beekers That fit perfectly in my French Press frame.🤗
Thank you for another enjoyable video. I always look forward to seeing you and Ruby's Q. ❤❤
I'd be lying if I didn't say I miss you in your element. However, I enjoy seeing you live your life and I enjoy the way you honestly talk about the impacts of aging on your traveling and stationary life and I'm enjoying finding out how you're going to live and balance the two. Thank you so much for your kindness in sharing your experiences
Hi from Australia . I must say that your pup Ruby is just so chilled out . Ruby is so content and just chills in your van . Thats amazing for such a young puppy to not be ripping the van apart and chewing anything and everything . You are blessed to have each other thats for sure .
A movie screen and what a very welcoming place to call home.
Ruby has beautiful eyes. And she was going to inspect that screen😂 God bless y'all.
❤so glad Ruby is on the mend. So glad you are safe. I am glad that Walmart has safe parking. I'd be afraid of street parking. Take care and be safe. Prayers.
Love hanging out ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤thank you x
Hi from England love your videos so joyful ❤
Thank you!
When you were writing & Ruby got up looking at you. She waited until you said her name. Our furbabies totally understand the assignment. Stay safe & blessed❤
I’m so glad Ruby is feeling better. Love the idea of movie night! Love cheddar popcorn! Take care of yourself Rowan! Cathy from Iowa and Tennessee ❤
Hi Rowan and Ruby
Enjoyed your Walmart video! Hope Ruby is feeling better
Thanks for this video!🐕🐾💕🙏😎👍
Your van is very cozy and homey feeling. I would never leave, lol.......... glad you could relax and have no stress for 24 hours!
Dogs live their best lives in vans with their humans. They just love ❤️ it
Glad you found a place to relax- and glad you enjoyed it. ❤ Those spring rolls looked delicious!!
I can assure you that Walmart will not wake you in the middle of the night simply bcuz they r not open 24hrs. But they won't hesitate to rap on your door 1st thing in the morning. The one I stay at in fed.way wa also marks your tires. Keep up the good work, we luv your vids!
Wow, movie night in your van. What more could you need. That's so great, and there are always things to figure out. Great job, though. I love your positive attitude, too. ❤
Thanks for taking us on a shopping visit to Walmart!! Really that was fun to see what you buy! I love your channel as it is so stress-free!!!!
RUBY just cracks u up😂😂 she has a lot of personality. I love your videos
Ruby does the best frog legs😊! She adores you ❤!
Hi Rowan and Ruby glad you can stay at a Walmart parking area and then do some shopping Ruby looks happy yum spring rolls look delicious..nice video take care . 🍓😊🌈 .
I use one of those Crystal Geyser bottles to collect my grey water (and mouthwash after toothbrushing) since I don't use the grey water tank on my van. I keep it in the bathroom and use it to flush (because I also don't use my clean water tank). Right before the dump station, if there's space I will pour the grey water into the toilet. Learning lots from the vanlife community. Thanks for sharing your life with us.
Anthony's online & Amazon sell powdered heavy cream. Just add water. Organic.
We stayed in a Cabelas parking lot during the recent heatwave. They were very friendly, easy to get a 'permission slip' for free camping (just so they know who is there...the website for each store says if that store allows overnight parking: "RV friendly"). They had no problem with us and our 2 dogs wandering the store then finding their camp chairs display and 'testing out' camp chairs in the air conditioned store until it cooled down outside. Very interesting place with the animal displays and huge gamefish tank. We had a nice night, except for the truck emptying the big trash bin nearby early in the morning, but hey, it's free.
I like the little home you created in your van. It looks very homey and comfortable
Great, relaxing video. So the Walmart experience turned out great. One more place that you know you can go to if need be. You two together are such a delight. And the dishes are clean 😊 ( for the next few hours) . And home cinema is the next project, so cool ! Be well my friend, you're in my thoughts. Bye sweeties, take care 🍀⚘️👋
I've had 99% good experiences at Walmart. So I have immense gratitude toward them. Esp. at the beginning when I was a newbie and still pretty nervous @ the whole car dwelling experience.
The rents here in Canada are absolutely insane, I have decided to buy a van and fix it up like you did. My friends all think I'm crazy and call me homeless, but I think of going to be free of all the bills and things that hold you down in a house or apartment. I love your set up I hope you don't mind if I copy a couple of your ideas, when I wash your video this morning I cried and was struck with great joy that this may be possible. Thank you so much you have made my day. Now I have to go find my van and get started
Your life is about to go from bad to worse. Don't say you weren't warned. Good luck.
Action in the middle of the night and cars with loud music going around the parking lot happens for apartment dwellers too. Glad you found a safe and relatively quiet place to rest. Bummer on the Netflix.
Oh oh! For the little wooden shelf thing, Command strips velcro would hold it onto the shelf! I work at farmers markets, and we use the strips to keep a rack full of earrings from blowing away.
Greetings R&R! I am so thankful Ruby is doing better. Love accomplishes much! Sorry your press broke, but you made a way as usual. So glad you had 24 hrs to catch a breath or two. I am glad they do that! I do so enjoy all your video's. Still do not subscribe to anyone but you! Keep up the wonderful spirit within, it is so refreshing! God be with you always! 🙌🙏🤗🫶🐾🍓
Ruby is such a sweet pup!
I was thinking about you several times recenty- because of my birthday falling in strawberry season, I have always tended to be a strawberry b'day girl and this year, we made strawberry ice cream AND strawberry shortcake (and I bought strawberry milk) AND i ran into a woman at the grocery store in a Strawberry Shortcake t-shirt. All the strawbs reminded me of Rowan and Ruby!
So glad to see that Ruby looks improved...you too! Love seeing the videos with you inside your vehicle and how you spend your time. Safe travels!
Going to have to try making the spring rolls. Yum!
You're right some Walmarts won't allow over nights anymore. But some that have the no overnight signs, if you can talk to a manager they might let you stay..
Hi from Canada, love your dog Ruby , she is so devoted to you, hard to explain but your videos relax me, safe travels, sending love!!!🇨🇦❤️👍
When we were still traveling (6 - 8 yrs. ago), we bought an atlas showing all of the Walmarts across the country. Things DEFINITELY have changed, though. LOVE how your RV is going, and Ruby is growing up!!
Your video was very enjoyable Ruby was very calm I'm glad you enjoyed your stay too bad about your movie night but you'll get it worked out you're the best
We have always parked at Cracker Barrel's! Love them! They have single serve yummo's you can order and enjoy in your vehicle/home! Stayed at Walmart also, just have to be aware of Home Depots and their loud music so no one stays in their lots! They are usually by walmarts and/or Craker Barrels! Glad your experience was good your 1st time. Love watching you and Ruby!! ❤
I’ve never seen a home depot near a Cracker Barrel or a Walmart before 😂 but something funny that I’ve seen growing up is that my grandparents house is right in between a Home Depot and a Lowe’s. One on one side and the other on the other side. I used to get woken up in the morning by Home Depot’s beeping noises since the room I stayed in is always on that side😂 they have horses and a track all around their property then trees on both sides
They are close together in Lincoln Ne.on the same road withi in blocks of each other.
They are good with shrimp or bbq pork too.. the broccoli slaw and bean sprouts. Then dip them into peanut sauce. Ohhhhh my. I am hungry for them now
Oh there the dog goes again with the squeaky toy so funny
Hey! Yeah, Netflix knows all! It won't allow you to "share" on a projector. I have no clue how they know, but they do! 😅
Your doing good Ruby’s coat so shiny. So cute ❤❤
Love your home. I would enjoy living there as well. 😊❤ So peaceful ✌️
What a beautiful bond you and Ruby have. ❤
My dog Doc reacts every time Ruby squeaks her toy. We must have Ten of them. He loves to squeak squeak them too!
Ruby is getting so big bless her
You get me so excited, while I anticipate my upcoming campervan travels, with my fur baby, Bonnie Bella. She is a little, three-year-old chihuahua mix. Thumbs up and love, from this subscriber in S. California.
Ruby is so cute! She’s getting so big!
They have those same water jugs at the Dollar Tree for $1.25 :)
gtk, thank-you !!
I watched when you first got your new puppy .she's a beauty .I enjoy tour vedios and watched so many .
That puppy is so CUTE
You’re beautiful both of you .. seeing you both always protected .
Purely
Leslie
i love that everyone outside could temporarily see your projector image plus dog shadow. I have 2 of these projectors with me in my van. haha.
I’ve heard van dwellers say they go into a Walmart and ask if they can park there overnight. Maybe that would ease your anxiety about staying at Walmarts.
Are you working on your van life recipe cookbook? Lol you could publish. ask all your fellow van life peeps for their favorite recipe. I buy it.
Reminds me of Walmart camping in the parent’s Winnebago while in HS in the 80s. Or when I went to college and they hauled me home for the holidays. 👍🏻
I really enjoy watching your videos, especially since you got Ruby. Just please make sure she gets enough exercise. Long walks n learning to play fetch n maybe frisbee. On line you can learn how to teach her different tricks. That learning really stimulates their mind which in turn tires them out. Also sniffing outdoors will fulfill her needs n tire her out. They say 5 minutes of sniffing equals a 15 minute walk She's a beautiful dog. Enjoy enjoy. God bless you both 🙏❤️
So nice to see you!!!!!! 😊😊😊
Yes that's very cool , watching CZcams and movies😊❤ very cool
You must feel safe with your four legged companion ~
Thankyou for the video. Njoy the coffee~ I prefer mine black.
Stay safe on your travels. 😊
So wonderful, seeing Ruby back to her old, or should I say young, self.
I LOVVVE your dog! every time I heard that dog toy going off I started laughing. I absolutely love that tea kettle you have I drink instant coffee so I have a tea kettle that I use for my coffee that I got at Walmart what a soul of the old fashioned ones
its so awesome your in my neighborhood so to speak or were.. im just south of tacoma!!!! thanks for sharing your 24hr stay
It's great that big companies offer the time to stay free for car dwellers.. I suppose they think you'll buy stuff in their store but still.. I think it's good.. a big hi and hug to 🐾🍓from 🇦🇺 😊
Love watching you cook and go places
First time viewer. Subscribed. Very pleasant to listen to and watch. Cute van home! Lots of cute things - cups and containers. ❤😊 thank you
Hi Rowan! I'm glad you had a safe and sound experience staying at the Wal-Mart parking lot. I find your content really soothing. 😌 How can you not want to cuddle Ruby when she sprawls all out? She is so stinking cute!! When you said "hi Rubs" Ruby looked at you, sat up, went over to you, and gave you kisses my heart exploded. 😍 So adorable!!! I would love to meet you two. What a cute duo you guys are. 💕💕