A BIGGER PROBLEM THAN WE THOUGHT
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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.
Everyone needs a Loren and Polly in their life!!
Emi, you handled that engine checkup with such grace and positivity. It's inspiring to see how you tackle each challenge head-on, one step at a time. Keep shining your light, and we'll be right here cheering you on every step of the way!
Thank God for good friends! Finding honest people that don't try to pull the wool over your eyes seems to be more difficult now. Loren is such a nice man.
So nice that you received a birthday basket of goodies. Once again, very thoughtful kind people.
Happy (early) Birthday wishes.
Emi I’m so happy that your motor issue isn’t a huge problem. Loren seems like such a sweetheart, you are so lucky to have him in your life. Happy that you got spoiled by your friends. Happy Birthday when it comes time for your big day!
Loren is an amazing mechanic and awesome guy. Glad you will be able to travel and enjoy nature before the next repair. Always enjoy your videos.
Loren is such a good man hope he gets rewarded for his time love your videos loren bless you always
Happy early Birthday!! 🎉 Loren’s great to have as a friend. Looks like you have lots of people who love you. Be safe stay well ❤
Polly is such a
kind thoughtful person
Happy Birthday Emi
Blessings on your birthday Emi. Happy trails to you!
I need a friend like Loren.
Your friend seems to know how to get your van sorted bless him , good friends are the best Emily I’m so happy for you 👍❤
What a wonderful man 👍🏻
What a lovely gift. Happy Birthday, Emi!
Happy birthday Emi. I'm so glad things are going well for you, you deserve it.
Order your parts now have them ready to go less wait time...safe teavels
Praying for your safety and vehicle safety 😢
Those window covers are such a great idea! Love it!
Hope all goes well with your van! Also, happy birthday to you! 🎂
Just don't forget about the problem! That's when it becomes a real problem.
Hoping everything gets fixed and you are able to continue your normal vanlife.
Yes please❤
My fingers are definitely crossed for you Emily 🤞🏻
So glad that you have Lauren that was able to help you out, I'm certain a regular garage would be telling you your engine is done just to get more money from you.
Hopefully you'll have time to save up some money and get the chance to enjoy summer before any work needs to be done.
Having the side window covers will be some. They are truly amazing product and yummy treats she bakes. Was a beautiful early birthday gift. Beautiful people you have as friends.
Much love 😘😘
OMG! Great tip for the butane! I just bought six cans at Canadian Tire for $5.49 EACH (and I thought that was a good price). Going to Asian markets from now on! Thank you for the tip!
Oh it was so nice to see Polly. Emily thanks to u I ordered a set of the sokozi windshield and front window covers with the mosquito net and I’m so happy I did. They r incredibly made! Polly also included her delicious cookies, some stickers and a heart warming hand written note🥰 She’s incredibly talented and so kind. I really hope anyone who’s looking for window covers orders from sokozi because they’re amazing 🤗💕 Thanks for sharing their product on your channel because it was exactly what I wanted.
Polly is more than awesome.Sokozi folks are so kind!!
@@Integrity02So true!
Hi Sandra(Big wave👋), It's so nice to hearing from you as well. Hope you both doing well and project going smoothly. 🥰
Thank you for your lovely words. I think I've got addicted to your sweetness. 😜🤭
Also looking forward to "seeing" you one day. 😉
Take care, miss you already!! Lots love. ❤
@@Integrity02 Awwww!! Thank you so much for the kind words. 😍🤩.
Having so many wonderful people around is a bliss. Im so grateful. 🥰
Big hugs from both of us. 🤗💕
@@polly9954Oh I’m so happy to see your comment 🥰 I got your email but haven’t responded yet. I’ll be responding real soon because I have progress to share with u☺️💕. We will definitely meet one day hopefully soon my beautiful and very talented friend 🤗💕
I LOVE MY SOKOZI WINDOW COVERS 👍🏼❤️
Glad your van is in better shape. Just watch the oil! :-) You can relax and snack! Have a blessed day Emi!!! And Ms. Kitty!
Happy Birthday Emi, hope all works out with your oil problem.
Happy Birthday for when it comes around, Emi! Hope your day is wonderful and the coming year is amazing.
Glad the oil leak is not as bad as first thought. Take care, be safe, be happy.
So nice having such knowledgeable friends! Loren is such a great guy👍
Thank you for sharing your video👍😊
Harj and Poly are such good folks. I have had the pleasure of Poly's baking, and you are lucky to have them close. I did the full set of their covers for my E-350, and trying to help them do covers for the Mitsubishi Delica van line. I wish I were closer to all of your fun action. Happy Birthday from New Mexico, USA.
@KI5HKUCraig Thank you so much for your kind words, we appreciate your great support!! 🥰
Also thank you for everything you do and be part of our Delica development.❤
We are very excited about this new project as well.🤩 Stay tuned. 😉
@KI5HKUCraig That's very sweet of you, thank you Craig. With so much love from all of you, and surrounded by countless wonderful people and friends. We are the lucky ones!! 🥰💝
Sending big big hugs and our gratitude to New Mexico. 🤗💌
Happy birthday coming up. 🎉 You saw the Sokozi peeps too! Lucky girl getting those cookies! I haven’t had the chance to try them yet. Nice cover and can’t wait to see the other ones for the side windows. 😊 Stay safe out there.
I hope your van lasts all summer.
Love my new Sokozi's ❤ Polly and Harj are lovely folks who are working hard making a really great quality product. Happy Birthday Emi 🌸
@justsayin5138 Thank you so much for your kind words🥰. We are thrilled to hear you love the covers and the quality. Much appreciate your positive feedback. That makes our day and cheer our team !! 🤗❣
That is so sweet!! 😍
Giant thank you from both me and Harj.
Big hugs. 🤗❤
@@polly9954 It’s all true 👍 Ruby is starting to look like a real traveling van! I call it "Ruby's Vanventures" 🐞
My birthday is April 14th! Happy Birthday! Love watching your channel! Love kisses from Kelly too!
Happy 🎉Birthday, Emily. I hope that you have a great Birthday…soil yourself all the way!
I'd set the date on my phone as a reminder to check the oil.
Maria....gracias. a cuidar a nuestra Emi.
I just added an oil check on my calendar, to repeat 10 times. By then I should have a new habit.
Simple reminder: Check the oil every time you fill with gas!
Tire pressures too
and coolant level in the overflow reservoir.
Your the greatest van lady have a marvelous week give kiss to kitty for me.
Lots of happy birthday wishes for next week lovely Emi 🎉 x
She needs the van build your doing . She is a wonderful person.
Happy birthday! Have fun enjoy the cookies...
Happy Birthday Emi hope you have a great time 😊🎉😊
Hello from Beautiful British Columbia Canada 🇨🇦
Wonderful show. Loli ...such a sweetheart 🎉 have a great day Em.
Loren is such a kind super person
He is a treasures.Emilie.Not traveling is smart.Take care.Enjoy watching your station
Toronto. RJ
Happy Birthday Emmi, hugs for ms kitty
Excellent Video.
Hi there, oh, I’m glad your home is OK. Funny back in the day I used to make the valve cover in the flywheels for Fords. You and Kitty stay safe out there. I hope you had a nice Easter.🐰🚐🏔️🐾🐾🐰😊💜
Good news for you, now you can enjoy more adventures
Happy Birthday Emi. 🎊🎉🎂 😘for miss kitty
You are very lucky to have a trustworthy mechanic. Please follow his advice. You have a great summer travels. Hugs from So Cal. ❤ ❤❤❤❤
Happy birthday when it arrives
Happy Birthday 🎉🎉🎉❤❤
Happy Birthday 🎉 🥳
Hello Emi and Miss Kitty. Sending positive vibes to you both❤❤✌️
check your oil weekly and write down a record of when and how much you top it off. also watch your engine temps. overly hot engine and hot days will make it leak more. what grade oil are you using. also maybe there is an oil additive to slow the leak. also dont over tax the engine, no jack rabbit starts, and watch the big hill climb speeds. your nursing the engine till its fixed
Hope you will be able to get it fixed😊
Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday!
Hope it last till time to get it fixed. Such a nice birthday gift.
It is very easy to get your and Lawrence English. Nice accent.❤
Happy birthday 🎉
Needed a good link for Sokozi - adding windows this week. Will be ordering covers next week. (I couldn't recall the spelling - IMPOSSIBLE to find without correct spelling!_
Its great you have Lauren to do mechanical work if needed. Hope you have safe travels an good weather
OOOOH this is BAD... I am putting $ aside for major repairs. It's a smart thing to do because.. you know.. vehicles.. I need a new timing chain but as long as I get regular oil changes at 5000 km I will be ok until I can afford to get the timing chain fixed. Maintenance is super important and can catch things before they become major issues. Best wishes to you Emi. Very glad to hear that it's just a seep and not a leak.
Hugs ☺♥
Happy Birthday Emi! ♥️
🕊
Best wishes Emi!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉. Hope all goes well with your van. Thank God for Lauren! He seems to be an honest person and as a women, you need that honesty. Take care cause I care!!! ❤❤
With the shortages that are coming, you should get the replacement parts ordered.
Happy birthday Emi 🌸
Happy birthday
Happy birthday Emi, hope you have a good one. 🎉🎂🎊🎁💐🎉🍾🥂
Em you are such a beautiful lady
Happy Birthday 🎂 🎉
Happiest Birthday Emi! Have a great day! From GA USA...
I like the magnetic cover idea!
We bought covers from Sokozi for our Roadtrek. Harj and Polly are amazing. Best customer service and the product is the best quality you can get. Highly recommend them!
Wow, wish I had a Laren. My 2017 Jeep has been in the shop for 2 1/2 months! 12,000. Dollars and 2 shops later. Still waiting on Jeep to install my new engine! Nightmare!! Just having someone you trust is worth it all!!! Good luck and have fun🎉
You guys are so so fortunate to have such a honest top notch mechanic as Lauren. Those are rare combo’s nowadays save travel’s Emi😊
Trouble!! 😢 Goodluck
Actually good news 😊
Was sad when my head gasket finally went on my truck(after watching oil, sealant etc..). I wasn't ready for a new used truck but thankfully was able to find another vehicle that was way better than what I had. 👍
was the “new” truck less expensive than getting a rebuilt motor installed ?
Happy Birthday 🎉
Lauren's a great guy❤
Happy Birthday, mine is the 10th. Cheers
Aww. Sweet Miss Kelly. I'm mot fond of big noises either. You are so blessed to have a Loren for a nechanic. I have Ray. He's a good one too. Everyone at hus shop is crazy. Sometimes I say hi just to laugh. Most importantly.🎊🎉🥳🎁🎂🎵🎶Happy Birthday(early)
Dear Emi! Please take the advice from Lole about monitoring the oil lvel! Never never forget that! If you drive & push engine harder, during some days, please Test one extra time! If problem Please be honest, call Lole at once! Check the fuel consumtion as well, if increast, call Lole at once! Good Luck! Change to Ford parts when it's time! From Peter Eriksson Sweden Europe 😊😊😊 happy travel!
You could be a camp host or guide this summer and save money for a new engine. Plus, you could meet some cool people.
Do you have any information about how to get these jobs?
@@mariebernier3076 go online and google region and job title
@@mariebernier3076 google
@@mariebernier3076try looking at BCPARKS website. might have postings.
Your new shoes look the bomb Emily you love grey your colour I think 👍
If that has the plastic intake manifold replace it too!
Sending Happy Birthday wishes. Hope all your issues with your van won't prevent you having a good summer. ❤
So glad you didnt have a major problem Emi i noticed i have spots under my van not sure what it is but i dont have any spots when i go out to work and park in the lot for hours so im confused on it stay safe Emi and Kelly !!❤❤❤
I'd seen a mechanic @irishgrl59
The Easter Basket is AWESOME
Hopefully, everything gets fixed soon, Emmy. 😊🏴
check everyday without failure
Loren is such a good friend❤
Love the Sokozi window covers such a good product❤
@PattisArtInnaVan Thank you so much for the support and good feedback of SOKOZI covers.😍🤗
We really appreciate everybody's kindness, huge support, and all the love and encouragement. ❣
We are very futurate to have all the wonderful customers/SOKOZI Family, as well as good friends around, all of you included. We are grateful.🥰
@PattisArtInnaVan Dear Patti, have to say.... I'm super agree on both. 🤩😁😜
That's so sweet of you, thank you. 🥰
@@Sokozi I've been in love with your window covers ever since Chrome first showed his, and one of these days I'm hoping to be able to get them for my own vehicle! They are incredibly clever and absolutely perfect for vehicle living. And I hope your company continues to grow and prosper - they are such a quality product! Hey maybe Chrome can sell them in his VanToys shop! Just throwing that suggestion out there!
@@polly9954 Hey Polly you guys are so awesome! Love seeing you on occasion and holy cows do your cookies look amazing! It's a good thing I don't live close to you or I would have to live in a Mac truck LOL! Best wishes always Cookie Lady!
Emi should have Loren order your parts now just in case there’s a shortage.
What parts shortage?
@@kaydublin5164 never know with what’s going on in our world.
Hi Emi! Wishing you an early Happy Birthday! I don't want to forget. It was nice seeing you with Loren. Stay safe and don't forget to ck. your oil levels. lol You're the best Emi. Have a terrific day!
Hello Emi and kitty lots of hugs for you and kitty
I'm glad you have Loren to help you out ❣️