All Our Hard Work Literally Went up in Flames
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As a scientist I forever have to remind people that negative information is still information. When your experiment doesn't produce the results you expected, it doesn't mean you wasted your time. You learned a number of things. It helps eliminate some paths you might have followed and wasted time on.
Don't measure in terms of success or failure, but in forward momentum towards discovery.
You learned Jay loves to build. You both learned crucial lessons about business, capacity, the work/rest balance. You learned that continuing in the same direction is not going to move you forward. You learned a very important lesson about boundaries. Yes, the coming season is not yet defined because you are in an in between. But the in between will end at some point and the next will become defined. I hope you have some time to rest for a bit. 💛
These were such beautiful words of wisdom, thank you so much for taking the time to share with us❤ my dad was a high school chemistry teacher for 40 years and is currently going through a hard time as well so I will have to share with him❤️ thank you again!!
Lovely comment 💜
Oof breaking even on the spec build is honestly too relatable. The business side of things for this kind of work is incredibly brutal and full of expenses. For the last year and a half Scarlet and I both have struggled immensely with mental health as well which is so tough to express while showing outward “success” on the Internet. Props to you for articulating this so well in this video. The money wasted on rent.. everything is so relatable. Happy for you both that you made it out with something of your own with the airstream! Hopefully we will see you out on the road at some point and can’t wait to see what’s next for y’all.
It's so tough! I'm so sorry you guys have struggled through it as well. It makes those builds nearing in at $200k a lot more understandable, but it just doesn't really feel right to sell a van for that much. Thank you, I'm so glad you guys are enjoying your time on the road too. I really hope our paths cross soon, I'm sure we both have similar horror stories we can compare around a campfire with all the ladies😂❤
I watch both you couples channels. Thank you for sharing the truth about the business end of van life builders. Also, surprised y’all haven’t crossed paths. A collab build would be epic for the community. I’ve personally learned loads from both channels.
I feel so many things in the video. I'm 37 years old and have felt this very same feeling of 'being lost
for about the last 10 years. I think there's bravery and courage in trying something, realizing that it wasn't the life you wanted, and moving on. Perhaps this renewed 'freedom' can help you get one step closer to something new...
I don't think I can say anything more or better than everyone else did, but here goes...you two are absolute rockstar warriors and you both have the drive and talents to make anything work you set your minds to.
I am sending lots of love and support for you, Kels, to find a path that speaks to you and fills you with the passion that Jay has for building. You are both so young and full of life, you have so very much ahead to look forward to!
To be fair, I will be 60 in December, and I still don't know "what I want to be when I grow up"! How the hell did that happen? ;-D
Made me cry that ending your words ..what a beautiful special couple you are ..just truly wonderful you will both always succeed at whatever you do you are amazing ..i have loved this exciting journey an cant wait to see what the future holds ..wishing you a lifetime of happiness good health fun an laughter and lots of mischief an God bless always from Cyprus x x x
This video is so so real. Well put together. The honesty and true core of what’s really going on is the real deal. Thank you for your vulnerability and for sharing. Next steps are going to be amazing, healthy and on both your own terms. No compromise for either of you. Thanks again for great videos.
As a viewer I was attracted to the struggle of a couple fighting tooth and nail to build themselves a future. This is make-or-break stuff. I can relate to this so much, as my wife and I have been through similar experiences. Your journey was genuine and not easy and this resonates when compared to the vapid success that some display over social media these days. All the best in whatever direction you go to from here.
Thank you ❤ it can be scary to share all our struggles because we know it opens us up to a world of judgment, but our supportive followers like you make us feel comfortable enough to do so❤ thank you for commenting and for your support, it means so much to us ❤
It definitely seems a change was a must. Wishing you both all the best in your next chapter in the adventure of life.
This is honestly why I don't turn my passions into a business. It ruins it for me. Like I love building cars, but when I do it for other people, I know longer want to touch my own stuff because I'm just tired.
That's very true! It's a weird feeling when you're forced to do something. It's hard to keep that same passion for it all the time.
You are two incredibly driven, incredibly strong people who can and will, do anything you set your minds and hearts to. At 40 (it still kind of hurts to say that LOL) I have fought hard for dreams and left many behind, but looking back I realized that I did indeed accomplish those dreams, they just weren't meant to last forever. An ending leads to a new beginning and a new dream. You didn't fail, you just completed that dream and are moving on to whatever is next. May your life be filled with many beautiful realized dreams. Sending love and hugs!!
This is so beautiful crystal thank you so much for knowing how to lift us up ❤
@@KelsAndJay Glad to remind you anytime ❤
I have missed your videos. Always so honest. Thank you for sharing
I can tell you, I watch a lot of RUclips, and I know that your channel is gonna blow up if you keep at it, keep going guys!
This comment came at a time we really needed it. Thank you, that means more than you know ❤️❤️
I think its lovely that you're still on this journey together. And I really appreciate your honesty in this video. I'm 33 and have zero interest in living the american dream. Fuck grinding away all your youth and soul. Happiness is a moving target and I admire you both for realizing when it's time to recalibrate. Idk where I'm going but I know I'm recalibrating. Reevaluating my priorities. Putting myself first for the first time ever. I am fighting fiercely for my inner peace and I'm learning that it is more of a game of subtraction than addition. Shedding everything that is not needed and weighing me down. I relate a lot to you guys in this video. Sending love and all the best wishes 💜
Thanks for sharing this journey with. God Bless Y'all. Mucho Love From Your Friend In Michigan Tam 💜💕💕
Damn Kels quit making me cry! You guys had Hell of a year. Excited to see what you do next!
So glad y’all are ok! Life gives us crazy lessons!
I'm writing this reply from my converted school bus, of which you were a big part. I started watching your videos and following along in 2020 and you really inspired my bus build. Jut wanted to let you know I really appreciate what you have done, and really enjoyed watching you along the way. Love y'all. Thanks for sharing all this Kels.
Aw this really made our day, thank you so much for taking the time to write this! Thanks for being here ❤️
Thanks for being so real and honest and not afraid to look life in the face. Inspirational.
I’m so glad you’re taking care of yourself. Stress can really cause havoc on your body/health. Realizing that you needed to make changes is half way to finding what the future will bring. I have faith that you will make the changes that will make you happier and stronger.
Thank you, that really means a lot to us ❤️
We’re so proud of you both, but we also never knew our spring together building Honey was such a catalyst 🥹 we feel so honored 🫶 love that you all are finding what’s best and works for you in this next season of life!!
Hi guys, I follow you from Italy. 2 years ago I started my van camper business and by watching your video I empathized a lot.
From my side, I went through this alone and very recently came out of a long burn-out phase. I decided to stop van conversion business and start a more sustainable business both in terms of money and mental and physical health.
I support you and from here I send you my best of luck in achieving your goals!
I can't even imagine how tough it must have been completely alone. You are an absolute warrior for doing that. So glad to hear you were able to pivot into something more sustainable long term ❤
Thank you for sharing your journey...much respect to you both ❤️❤️
Trust in the Process...as you are doing. You only have now...always find a way to treasure it. Being present, with each other, will always bring you a Precious reality that is meaning in itself.
Thank you ❤❤
Well I'm glad your all ok! I've been watching u guys for a very long time!! And one thing I've learned about y'all is you are not only good hearted amazing fun people! But also resilient, hardworking, talented, adventurous, go getters!! I have no doubt you will persevere and find what your American dream is!! Kels I pray your feeling better and the rash has healed🙏 and I want you to know that I think you are AMAZINGLY TALENTED AT PRODUCING AND NARRATING THESE VIDEOS! YOUR A NATURAL AND I LOVE WATCHING THEM! I don't Comment often, I'm not real good with words!! But I really wanted you to know that!! I wish you both the very best! God Bless🙏❤️
Kels, you have an amazing introspection and a gift of story telling. Thank you for sharing the successes and vulnerable times with us. I have only been following for a few months, but your channel has become one of my favorites. I am so excited to see what the future holds for you and Jay.
Ah man. Wasn’t notified of this vid.
Damn. Y’all had it rough. Whatever you two go through. Just know, you’ve got me to lean on for anything. ✌️
We posted this one at such a random time so no worries 😂 thanks bart, your friendship means so much to us ❤
You'll be just fine! You both have your priorities straight. Too many people are afraid to walk into a more positive unknown. What the two of you have gained is far more than money can buy! I'm excited to see where you are heading next!
Thank you for your support Beth, you're just the best ❤ makes us feel good knowing we have a support system filled with wonderful people like yourself!
@@KelsAndJay😮😮⁶
Hope you both find your happiness.
Good luck on your next Journey
You both are so damn talented. You’ll succeed no matter what you decide to do. Jay has grown so much as a builder and you as a content creator.
In my opinion, for what it’s worth, I think if y’all built out a nice bus that shared half living and half business (for tools) and took on traveling and building again, y’all would crush it and you both would be much happier. You could take on jobs at your leisure, not be worried about rent or other costs, travel at your own pace. Best of both worlds.
We still have some work left to do that we’ve been putting off that Jay could honestly crush out in a week easy 😂 we’ll be your next traveling client.
You guys are just the best, thank you ❤❤ I would be so down but jay is still afraid of busses after everything we went through with bessy😂 maybe if we take a mechanics course together and understand how to fix it better hahah. That sounds like the perfect solution 🎉
I was afraid that the conclusion of the video was going to be you announcing you were splitting up... 😖 But however sad the end of the shop is, Kels and Jay staying Kels and Jay is THE most important thing. Places and money can come and go, but love, real love like you two have is simply priceless. Love you both and wish you all the best going forward, wherever that might be 💛💛
Haha oh no never!! One thing I'm grateful for is how much closer we both feel to each other after everything we've been through this year. We learned we could really lean on each other when things got tough and that's been really nice 😊
Thank you for your kind words ❤❤
Never really know whats around the corner in life...your not sitting around wondering why... your meeting it head on and figuring it out..at least you have each other to lean on and experience the ups and down's ..when and where will it stop ? who knows...thank you both for sharing!! stay well stay safe///peace ..
Great video!
A lesson has been learnd,talk to each other more if something is bothering you
Then the other person wil now and he can also express his thoughts about it
luckily it turned out fine
Love you guys
Have FUN and be SAVE
Great when you see the light 💡
Not everyone who can do stuff can run a business doing that stuff. Great book to read is Michael Gerber's "The E-Myth Revisited". (The "e" is for entrepreneur, btw.)
Best of luck to you two beautiful humans🥰
Aw thanks Pamela!!
Every American dream is different. You live yours. Xoxo
Respect ❤️
You have my #
Part of being successful is finding what works. And you have to discover what doesn’t work to get there. My husband has always wanted his own moving business, but it’s prohibitively expensive. He found a compromise by being an independent contractor with larger companies. It sounds like you both have found the compromise that works for both of you. That’s not failure, it’s a success!
Thank you sherry ❤❤
The fire thing is just scary (I also read your comment reply below. That is twilight zoney). Just glad Jay did not have anything worse happen.
Sometimes you make a decision to do something and it just isn't exactly what you expected. Maybe it's just the wrong time, or place and it feels uncomfortable, like it doesn't fit....yet. Who knows what will happen in the future.
Do what you love. Jay loves building. But you both also love traveling and helping people.
Right?! It feels so strange. Still trying to understand if the universe is trying to tell us something 😂 you know us!❤
Kels, you inspired me to go to Portugal on my own for a week xx love you both x
I love that so much ❤❤ love you too, can't wait to see you!
Praying for yall 🙏.
Thank you ❤❤
You both will do fine ❤️ lessons in life is hard.
Maybe it's because you're both filling the same role. Yes money is important, but starting a family is fulfilling..
thank you for your videos. you guys are soo cool.
I'm afraid the challenge was high energy price killing the travel market. people cannot afford paying enough for your high quality work. it shouldn't be that in the US and Canada.
in the meantime you probably can try to fix trucks for cashflow. you are super talented, fast learners and probably can aqure these skills pretty fast. I mean commercial truck repair. it's a huge market and you don’t meet decent and qualified people very often.
Sadly and I don’t say this lightly but some people will never be happy . They will always be looking for the next thrill.
never under estimate the power of a good nap!
Haha facts!!
I am happy fort you guys, one thing though.... the american dream is a lie!!! Please just live YOUR DREAMS! Best Wishes Love Always Le'Shaun 💕
Oh how scarey!!!!!
Wow can this old man tell you something while you're young do what you wanna do and don't look back make the mistakes learn from them because I had a really good younger life I worked hard I played hard and now that I'm at the age is 69 years old my health is decreased went to **** first it was the heart attack now it's fighting cancer but the cancer I'm gonna kick its *** I am stronger than it but now I have regrets that I didn't do something like getting out on the road and stuff like that but I will tell you as soon as this cancer is over with and the doctor says you're good I don't care what it takes I am going to get and travel a little bit before the good Lord takes me home I really think he wants me to get on the road and do some work for him so that's what my plans are. Stay safe stay strong stay healthy God bless and enjoy life✌✌💪💖🎅🚌🌻
I know you've had a really tough last year chef, it makes ours look like a walk in the park. I'm so sorry for what you've been through, but I'm so excited to hear when you're out on the road! You'll have to send us pictures to kelsandjayhi@gmail.com 🥰 stay well!!
Oh my freaking God!!! What in the world is seriously going on? This is heartbreaking.
Right?! I was editing this video when I got the call about my childhood home. So bizarre, but this fire happened a while ago. Couldn't share about it until now!
Not really sure what to comment 🤔. But I am keeping my fingers crossed for you to be successful.
🥶🖤🔔👍🏻💞
Oh wow! I was like WHAT?!!! First, your house and now your business and the rv too? in a matter of hours of each other? Like, are we just torching everything these days or what? What do I do, I gotta do something!!! I was panicking. My heart was racing, Girl. @@KelsAndJay Ok now I have to watch this video so I can calm down. Better grab my kleenex box my eyes are gonna be melting. Hugs to you both.
@@dhayden1981haha you are just the sweetest ❤❤ thank you!!
May you find ☮️ 💟 ✝️✡️ & happiness
It sounds like what you are experiencing is exactly the same thing many in the entertainment business come to realize after they have achieved all their goals to become rich & famous or when a person in business climbs the ladder of success to become president of the company when they come to realize, Is That All There Is? The problem is that we can never full the emptiness we feel with things or success or in another person (when/if we get married) because that place in our hearts can only be "filled" by GOD. And not by any god or spirituality or eastern mysticism but only by a personal relationship with the personal GOD of Abraham, Isaac & Jacob i.e. The GOD of The Bible, Jesus Christ. I pray by the power of the Holy Spirit He draws you near to find Him now because only then will you find the peace & contentment you are looking for.
Honey, have you considered the possibility that you are sensitive to chemicals....that could be in that shop. Not that there isn't also a VALID desire for personal fulfillment. But there could be more involved here. Be aware if this comes up again. Maybe it's your body telling you there's a problem.
Thank you for your concern! I was concerned too so I went to the doctor and they told me it was due to stress. But if it comes up again I will definitely keep that in mind, thank you ❤️
@@KelsAndJay All the very best to you two
Wow. Go through all this and then quitting because you found out how much your time was worth.
You have clients and skills then quit. The fact that there will always be people that can't afford you and always be people that can upset you?
To bad. Good luck with your relationship. You both need to find W-2 jobs fast. Otherwise you're facing some serious relationship issues.
I started as a homeless teen and now I'm a 54 year old that builds houses. I do affordable houses and everyone on the job gets paid what the market says they're worth.
If I was you I wouldn't be building affordable homes because of what I have to pay workers because everyone thinks construction workers make to much now.
So the fire wasn't as big as the thumbnail.
What a dumb comment.