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  • Making cauliflower winds on dutch oven, see some see lions.
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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.

Komentáře • 235

  • @rachfish
    @rachfish Před 8 měsíci +45

    I am a birder and I, also have to get a photo of every new bird I see. My sister pokes fun at me for this, but I like to have the memento of seeing something new. 😊

    • @sherricarpenter3
      @sherricarpenter3 Před 8 měsíci +8

      My sister was a new birder and she decided to go to a northern Calif coastal beach to check out the birds. She said she was creeping around in the bushes with binoculars around her neck when she suddenly realized it was a nudist beach.😅

    • @phabulouss1
      @phabulouss1 Před 8 měsíci +2

      @@sherricarpenter3. LOL 😂

    • @dianneyoungblood689
      @dianneyoungblood689 Před 8 měsíci

      Seal noises drive me nuts!! Nasty creatures. Seagulls the same. Love other birds and critters….

  • @karenlowes7802
    @karenlowes7802 Před 8 měsíci +32

    A sea- lion convention! Just loved it. All those sweet faces❤

  • @Syl-Vee
    @Syl-Vee Před 8 měsíci +39

    I loved watching the sea lions and their noisy carrying on. Apparently that barge is prime real estate. Those washed up trees on the beach were beautiful, too. Those cauliflower bites looked so yummy! Great sights and sounds. Thank you.

  • @DonnasRoadTrips
    @DonnasRoadTrips Před 8 měsíci +17

    How lovely to be able to camp and listen to the sea lions

  • @debyarger3084
    @debyarger3084 Před 8 měsíci +24

    The only sea lions i see are in the zoo, so thank you so much, Emi, for sharing this video with us. They sure are vocal creatures!

  • @Cali_Fornia869
    @Cali_Fornia869 Před 8 měsíci +36

    OMG that camera is fantastic, the picture so great and the sounds! I feel like I’m right there 😊❤
    Dinner looked mighty good, I learn a lot from you about eating veggies, I’ve never been a big veggie person, mostly because it’s boring but you have spiced up my veggies, thanks ☺️
    Thanks for the kiss Kelly 🐱 😘 💕

  • @mkprods538
    @mkprods538 Před 8 měsíci +10

    I like the cat. Great personality in her eyes and behavior!

  • @chrisr.1803
    @chrisr.1803 Před 8 měsíci +36

    I love seeing you so happy and content with your life! ❤

  • @Deekers2020
    @Deekers2020 Před 8 měsíci +6

    Saw my first sea lions in California. What beasts they are. Happy you got to see and HEAR them.

  • @mrmoshpotato
    @mrmoshpotato Před 8 měsíci +5

    Sea lion choir!

  • @alohatvj
    @alohatvj Před 8 měsíci +3

    It was amazing watching and listening to the sea lions 😊.

  • @BriteLake
    @BriteLake Před 8 měsíci +7

    How awesome to have such noisy neighbors the sea lions. What a great camp ground.

  • @irishgrandma
    @irishgrandma Před 8 měsíci +9

    Your videos always make me feel like I am right there with you, enjoying the camping/van life. ❤️ 💙 💜

  • @raktoda707
    @raktoda707 Před 8 měsíci +9

    What a treat with all the wildlife you share !Quite an eye with the camera,so clear you can almost see deep unto their eyes ! Wow !
    Dinner was fab...could almost taste it melting in your mouth

  • @sjayne27
    @sjayne27 Před 8 měsíci +10

    My cat also wasn’t sure what all that noise was! 😹

    • @reneeo4435
      @reneeo4435 Před 8 měsíci +5

      Mine too, she sat straight up looking around slightly alarmed. 😂

  • @user-dr2js7bv2i
    @user-dr2js7bv2i Před 8 měsíci +5

    That was a nice location with the sea lions. Great that you got some video footage. Kelly was entertaining as usual! Have a great weekend and God bless you both!

  • @jayneofspain3322
    @jayneofspain3322 Před 8 měsíci +18

    Wishing you and kitty a merry Christmas Emi x

  • @TomboiTravels
    @TomboiTravels Před 8 měsíci +9

    Those wings looked and sounded scrumptious 💚💚💚

  • @ninart5899
    @ninart5899 Před 8 měsíci +5

    We have stayed in the cabins at that camp ground. We always stop there on the way to family in Squamish. It’s a breath taking spot.
    We too have seen the sea lions there. What wonderful photos you have!

  • @kimlatham3809
    @kimlatham3809 Před 8 měsíci +3

    I love your laugh. You are a solid, hard working human. I love kitty😊

  • @Sue-mh6wi
    @Sue-mh6wi Před 8 měsíci +8

    Hi Emi, what a great video wonderful to see the sea lions great photography 👍 safe travels to you & Kelly❤❤

  • @euphoricenergytodaywithlor2717
    @euphoricenergytodaywithlor2717 Před 8 měsíci +8

    ❤❤you’re absolutely cool 😊I love watching 😊have a fantastic journey 😊

  • @wendysteinberg2595
    @wendysteinberg2595 Před 8 měsíci +3

    I love that you had a chance to get close enough to photograph and film😊 You look really happy.

  • @jtdjstewart
    @jtdjstewart Před 8 měsíci +6

    Thank you for this vlog, Emi. I enjoy all your work, but this one was so perfect! The magnificent nature, the sea lions (I've never seen any in real), your cheerful laugh and miss Kelly of course!
    I am sure, I'll go back and will watch this video a few more times.

  • @54bonkers
    @54bonkers Před 8 měsíci +4

    What a great camping spot and quite the serenade! Cauliflower looked yummy!

  • @CindyPowers-nv3zl
    @CindyPowers-nv3zl Před 8 měsíci +6

    Beautiful photography Emmy!

  • @SherryArnold-gq1or
    @SherryArnold-gq1or Před 8 měsíci +3

    Emi I love ur videos I can watch them all day every day, u r such a sweet nature woman, Ms.kelly is so well manner, stay safe and see ya on the next video, watching u from West Tennessee USA

  • @lynnfrost5244
    @lynnfrost5244 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Love the sea lions!❤

  • @belindaboudreau9178
    @belindaboudreau9178 Před 8 měsíci +5

    WoW Emi!
    What a great video!
    Luv the sights n sounds of today's adventures! Nice job!
    Your getting finer tuned with your editing and filming! Good for you! I'm jealous of your camera! I wish I could afford such a lense! Selling post cards / cards of your captures would make you extra $$. People love nature shots !

  • @D_in_MN
    @D_in_MN Před 8 měsíci +7

    Emi, Thanks for sharing such wonderful nature encounters with us all. Also Kelly adventures!❤️✌️

  • @Tographic4u
    @Tographic4u Před 8 měsíci +2

    I love sea lions! Also love getting kisses from Kelly❤

  • @wudzen
    @wudzen Před 8 měsíci +5

    Enjoyed that 'Jazz' entry.....not particularly a big fan of jazz but, that was a nice change of pace. Thanks, Emi! Love the video with the dusk, mountains and water and sea lions making their music, ha.

  • @cheekysaver
    @cheekysaver Před 8 měsíci +3

    BTW, if you like causliflower... cauliflower wings are the best. I tend to coat mine in spicy homemade honey garlic sauce (no honey in it here tho.) after they are done cooking... sometimes I toss em back in the oven for 5 more minutes. They can be a problem for me. I can eat so many of them. Now I need wings Emi.

  • @Audrey-ey6pv
    @Audrey-ey6pv Před 8 měsíci +5

    Thanks so much for sharing the sea lions fabulous. Have a wonderful holiday season peaceful with your best friend Kelly ❤️🎄🎄🎅🏻

  • @helenbonanno4804
    @helenbonanno4804 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Sounds like they are singing Jingle Bells!!!

  • @cheekysaver
    @cheekysaver Před 8 měsíci +3

    Once your bluetti is full you can leave out your solar panel and charge from the bluetti using that port. It does pass thtrew charging. So... all the extra energy will go right through to your van batteries. It is probably not enough to get you a full charge... but one day it can get you through a bind. It is really great on a day or 2 you are staying put. If at the end of 2 days you had your van batteries at 60 or 70% instead of 30 to 35%... you could easily choose to stay another day. It buys you some time. I don't think it could be a long term solution.

  • @jeanne4771
    @jeanne4771 Před 8 měsíci +3

    How cool are those sea lions❤

  • @denabutz4559
    @denabutz4559 Před 8 měsíci +4

    The sea lions are so special to see in the wild

  • @rebecca-chrisndrewsmom
    @rebecca-chrisndrewsmom Před 8 měsíci +1

    I wish I could see sea lions. Such a beautiful campsite.

  • @edithcalandro5140
    @edithcalandro5140 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Love the seals,last time I saw them was I think 8 years ago on a vacation to Carlsbad California.I could watch them all day,

  • @Yvonneb_
    @Yvonneb_ Před 8 měsíci +4

    Great video Emi and Kelly, I think that's the first time I've seen so many sea lions. X x

  • @Janet11422
    @Janet11422 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Loved the sea lions and their noise lol

  • @BrendaBrendabluestone-ho8hk
    @BrendaBrendabluestone-ho8hk Před 8 měsíci +4

    Well hello Emi and kitty amazing video and how cool 😎 is that picture have a wonderful day

  • @landy531
    @landy531 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Emi the perfect vanlife girl ❤😉

  • @vickiebasu1080
    @vickiebasu1080 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Another great episode. Loved the water, sea lions and Miss Kitty. Thank you for sharing.

  • @margueritemitchell1829
    @margueritemitchell1829 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Hello from Beautiful British Columbia Canada 🇨🇦 ❤🎉😂🎉

  • @mtcklc
    @mtcklc Před 8 měsíci +5

    Yet another extremely enjoyable video, Emi.

  • @lauriehays2876
    @lauriehays2876 Před 8 měsíci +6

    I know you enjoyed the sea lion convention but the constant noise would've drove me crazy. I wonder if the park attendant was wondering how long it'd take you to come back and ask for a different spot 😂
    Merry Christmas!

  • @bethdoublekickchick8007
    @bethdoublekickchick8007 Před 8 měsíci +1

    You seem so happy Emi! 😊 and it's contagious because you had me smiling through the whole video 🥰🤘

  • @TracyLynn589
    @TracyLynn589 Před 8 měsíci +4

    Emmy and Kitty, beautiful video as always! Yummmmy cauli wings! I'm gonna make your recipe!! ❄️🎄☃️🎅🤶

  • @dianaleal5183
    @dianaleal5183 Před 8 měsíci +4

    Love the places you visit and the sea lions were a great surprise. That so cool where you were I love nature Emi you are so adventurous take care kisses for miss kitty. 💖🐈

  • @LaNette1
    @LaNette1 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Hey Emmy, that was so much fun seeing and hearing the sea lions beautiful spot you guys found. Thanks for sharing. You guys are amazing and always make my day. Be safe out there and stay warm.🇺🇸♥️🙏👍🐈‍⬛🏔️🚐🇨🇦

  • @pierretrudel7944
    @pierretrudel7944 Před 8 měsíci

    The nice sea lions « taking sun on the beach » while singing a song of their own…

  • @klassenrick87
    @klassenrick87 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Cheers from okanagan valley british columbia 🇨🇦

  • @tynitahaines4012
    @tynitahaines4012 Před 8 měsíci +1

    The sea lions were so cute.

  • @warmbreeze43
    @warmbreeze43 Před 8 měsíci +1

    What a night listening to the sea lions 🩵

  • @theresewheeler1498
    @theresewheeler1498 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Love watching the sea lions

  • @sharonoldham4374
    @sharonoldham4374 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Great view of the sea lions. Your cauliflower sounded really crunchy. I'm sure it was good dipped in your dip. Have a good evening. 😊

  • @dreamingmusicgal
    @dreamingmusicgal Před 8 měsíci +1

    Emi, Stunning photos and video of all the sea dogs... NOISE sea dogs. LOL Please share more of how you do your food because them sounded good. Blessings!

  • @donnamoore6520
    @donnamoore6520 Před 8 měsíci

    You are so bless being
    Thankfull is where it is at. For what ever we have Thank god.

  • @cheryllundholm8779
    @cheryllundholm8779 Před 8 měsíci

    Those Sea Lions didn't get any sleep last night! So busy barking at each other;

  • @abbyechevarria5322
    @abbyechevarria5322 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Thank you for sharing your video. Hi Miss Kitty.👍😊

  • @lizcaporicci8483
    @lizcaporicci8483 Před 8 měsíci +2

    The cauliflower sounds crunchy and delicious. Nice video, Emi.

  • @JUSLUKING
    @JUSLUKING Před 8 měsíci +2

    merry Christmas to you and kitty and happy new year. From ur subscriber from Fresno ,California. Stay safe.

  • @pippadot679
    @pippadot679 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Emi, those sea lions how beautiful could look all day! What's Kelly think of their sound? Glad you got a picture.

  • @amandamccoy1165
    @amandamccoy1165 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Love the sea lions. They are so funny. Great video.

  • @valeriehancotte-galan4790
    @valeriehancotte-galan4790 Před 8 měsíci

    The noise from those sea lions 😬. Loved seeing Kelly's beautiful face 🥰

  • @kathieponder7708
    @kathieponder7708 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Such an awesome vlog day❤

  • @craigbrowning9448
    @craigbrowning9448 Před 8 měsíci

    As the Seals would say,
    Orp! Orp! Orp! Orp! Orp!
    There used to be a Dingy Beatnik lady in San Francisco who would make a sound like this when she tried to Scat Sing!

  • @queenjulia4391
    @queenjulia4391 Před 7 měsíci

    I just figured out how to post. I love watching your life. I like your new format showing more nature and different parts of your personal life. Will post more later now that I figured out how

  • @kaytoka717
    @kaytoka717 Před 8 měsíci

    Well now we know that sea lions are very noisy during the night too. Great experience and photo opportunity, but agree that after a day and night, time to move onto more quiet. Nice to be able to charge your gear up too. 😊

  • @LiveFree123
    @LiveFree123 Před 8 měsíci +2

    This was really good! ❤️🐈

  • @steve-gl3cw
    @steve-gl3cw Před 8 měsíci +1

    Beautiful young lady and Kelly wish yall the best be safe ❤

  • @VanGo_AZ
    @VanGo_AZ Před 8 měsíci +1

    That fried cauliflower looks really good Emi. I would dip in hot mustard or wasabi….

  • @AZBryants1
    @AZBryants1 Před 8 měsíci

    And another wonderfully upbeat day. Thank you, Emi

  • @adventureswithcharles4216
    @adventureswithcharles4216 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Hi Emi
    Hope to see you while on Vancouver Island for the winter.
    Safe travels and adventures 🚐👋😊

  • @brandileeoutdoors8410
    @brandileeoutdoors8410 Před 8 měsíci +1

    That cauliflower looked yummy! 😊

  • @user-kev-k5v
    @user-kev-k5v Před 8 měsíci

    I hope miss kitty is feeling good these days she looks good 👍

  • @RealProVanR
    @RealProVanR Před 8 měsíci +1

    Really enjoying your vlogs. You have become so comfortable in front of the camera. Great job!

  • @dwC4u
    @dwC4u Před 8 měsíci

    Good ol Porteau Cove. =) Noisy but arguably the most popular campground in BC.

  • @livinright1
    @livinright1 Před 8 měsíci

    Canada is just soooo beautiful, tyvm Emi for sharing your gorgeous wildlife and country!!!!

  • @cindypodritske5007
    @cindypodritske5007 Před 8 měsíci +2

    I miss that outdoor ocean sound. I grew up in Nanaimo and would see them a lot. Plus my parents had a boat and we would go out fishing and see them on the five fingers island. I now live in Edmonton and we only have prairie gulls to remind me of the ocean. Still not the same. Have a great holiday.

  • @robertkonz1949
    @robertkonz1949 Před 8 měsíci

    Hi Emi, don't stop making great videos. I just can't wait for the next one.

  • @annedrysdale3281
    @annedrysdale3281 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Amazing! Tks for sharing 🤗

  • @robynfedalen1777
    @robynfedalen1777 Před 8 měsíci

    The sea lions are so cute (even if they are noisy). You made me hungry with the cauliflower wings! ❤️✌🏻🐱

  • @emoji5005
    @emoji5005 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Hello Emi and Kelly,I love the pictures I do the same thing ❤great video as always

  • @jeanstrait2904
    @jeanstrait2904 Před 8 měsíci +2

    So beautiful, thank you!

  • @kathyanderson1509
    @kathyanderson1509 Před 8 měsíci +3

    The sea lions we're beautiful Emi . You dinner looked so yummy 😋

  • @sheilabartlett6044
    @sheilabartlett6044 Před 8 měsíci

    All your videos are great, but this one was fantastic with those sea lions! Thanks for taking us along! You are so creative with your experimental cooking! Stay safe on the road.

  • @equynenergie
    @equynenergie Před 8 měsíci

    Cauliflower wings - what a great idea

  • @equynenergie
    @equynenergie Před 8 měsíci

    Awesome that the RV Power Outlet could be tested

  • @mitzioden4926
    @mitzioden4926 Před 8 měsíci +4

    I bet you didn't get much sleep last night. I wish you and Kelly a Merry Christmas!

  • @yrankin1
    @yrankin1 Před 8 měsíci

    Aaaww.. I saw a lot of sea lions in San Diego. So sweet.

  • @Banagal
    @Banagal Před 8 měsíci

    It's a good thing to have shore power to charge your batteries and at the same time enjoy camping. I need to try your cauliflower recipe. Beautiful photograph of the sea lions.

  • @teresitap5778
    @teresitap5778 Před 8 měsíci

    Hey friend, even with the noise,such a gorgeous spot. Love those troublemaker lions😅

  • @BigV96220
    @BigV96220 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Hi Emily 👋 Wow you hit the sea lion jackpot, your camp was beautiful awesome views 👏 Definitely going to try your cauliflower recipe,looked yummy 😋 and your spice rack love that idea 💡 ❤ and Miss kitty wanting to be in the video 😂give her big hugsand kisses Wishing you the warmest Christmas 🎄 and a super prosperous new year 2024 Thankyou for all your hard effort you put in for us throughout the year Sending you Blessings and lots love ❤️ 😍 from Me V Australia 🇦🇺 ❤️ 😊 😘 💙 💖

  • @rebeccalathrop7802
    @rebeccalathrop7802 Před 8 měsíci

    Oh wow look at all those sea lions

  • @loriaversher5477
    @loriaversher5477 Před 8 měsíci

    Emi, the Sea Lions were very loud! That is also a good experience to share. Thanks for your hard work.. Oh, the time lapse was awesome....

  • @user-kev-k5v
    @user-kev-k5v Před 8 měsíci

    Wow sea lions 🦭 fantastic footage Emi really enjoyed seeing them and their noises they make

  • @donnadory7482
    @donnadory7482 Před 8 měsíci

    🇨🇦🕊️ Emi, and sweet fur baby girl Kelly 🐈💕 Meow. Thank-you for sharing with us.👍 We, so much enjoy all of your travel's / Journey 🙏 Stay safe and stay warm. Please, give miss Kitty 🐈 lot's of hug's and Kisses 🥰
    🍃🇺🇸🕊️🇨🇦🕊️🌎🕊️🍃