there is footage missing from when i was driving to the lake (apple maps took me to the middle of nowhere so i had to “lewis & clark” (use google maps) my way there instead) because i accidentally deleted it lol :( don’t trust apple maps!!!
A little piece of Velcro on each corner of the shades and window , would hold um nicely ... * buy the real Velcro , it's worth the price ... And , David says " hey " from N.Y.
She is one of those rare people who just brightness up people's day just being the person she is. Her smile is gorgeous. She so unapologetic about who she is. She walk with confidence. She a true inspiration
Yup! When I was full-time road life, I almost always followed the weather. I always sought comfort. That mountain lake campground looks nice. Anyway, I so agree about friendships. My IRL friends love the pretty pictures I post, but they don't relate to the lifestyle. So, I do turn Virtual Friends on RUclips to feel understood, and to get ideas and talk all philosophically about this lifestyle. hehe. So, I'm sooo happy you're here and posting! But I've never felt comfortable asking y'all to meet up somewhere. I always thought the answer would be an uncomfortable "aww thanks, but no". Like it's generally not a good idea to accept invitations from internet subscribers. So, I just vowed to never put anyone in that position. Right? Anyway, re: Heatshields I stopped rolling them up! I store them flat against the side of the interior wall, and so they fit my windows either way. :)
hi alyssa! i just wanna say that i recently started watching your videos and really look up to you and your way of living on the road. i love how genuine you are!! thanks so much for your fulfilling and honest content and i can't wait to see where you "road trip" next! 💜
Your personality is amazing! Soo don’t worry about having content or having to do stuff to post a video!! Just you talking is so amazing. I have a few months working hard on my thesis and some exams that I have ben isolated from my friends so watching you feels like socialising and I just love your videos.
Alyssa is so so motivating and every time she posts it puts a smile on my face!💗✨and my sister really really enjoyed watching your videos so so much and I wish you have a fabulous Friday💖🤗💫
Happy summer vibes! The lake looks so peaceful and refreshing. Hope you are able to find some quiet rest to heal from that migraine attack completely. I was having daily migraine attacks until I was at a place where I had access to a neurologist, so I definitely sympathize and get it.
I love you Alyssa Vanilla! Your fearlessness and confidence to be out an about “solo female” is literally what gives me the confidence and fearlessness to do what I love ❤ thank you!
There is a simple solution for those shades! Pick up a roll of thin bungee cord. Tie one end in a couple knots and slide it in your interior panel crack by the window. Cut to length..tie the other end into a couple of knots..and slide it in the opposite panel. You now have a perm bungee string you can slide your window shade in...with no modification to your vehicle!
I’m obsessed with watching you. I think because I’m living vicariously through you. Thank you for sharing your life. You have my friendship and my support in all you do. With love from Michigan. ❤
Ur van looks so cozy/comfy. This life seem so peaceful 😩 also try folding/rolling the window reflectives in the opposite direction next time and give it a try to see if the stay up
You are so cool, snacker girl! You're making good choices, seems to me, and learning the only way some of us do learn... by doing it. I know the road some days is bumpy, but we'd rather live a dirt-roads life than a paved-over life, right? You always make me smile back at you, even when you're not smiling. Cos you are, deep down, smiling out at us. Hope the book's good!
Hi Alyssa! We may not be “actual” friends,but some of us do get notified when one of your new videos goes up,because we’re interested in how you’re doing!☺️ Hope you Do make some friends/connections this Summer,just be careful. I know you have good instincts,but some people are scary. Btw,we could hear you just fine when you had Stevie’s doors open! You shouldn’t have to sweat talking to us! Stay safe & Have fun! Mr.D ☀️🌴
Missed you. Love your happy trips & stories. I consider you a part of my family. Praying for your joyful travels & safety. I love your channel because you are so beautiful and because you are showing me & others how to be.
I love how you were reading a WW2 book and by the time evening came you were watching Adventure Time. You're so meee. I'll be reading books on Buddhism or psychology and then later watching Futurama lol
Love your vlogs , you make me think , anything is possible, to travel instead being stuck in one place trying to survive this world by following society's rule of living n paying bills, safe travels ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Man, I’m so glad you decided to film again. It’s always good to have some fellow companions on the road with you. Well, im not the road per say, but definitely with you as far as traveling and being nomadic goes. Keep going, have fun with it. Seriously, don’t forget to have fun, Alissa! Documenting my journey as well. Since April here 🙏🏼 be well, my friend
You should pick you up a SUP(stand up paddle board).Would be awesome to take on that lake. Our inflatable one folds up small and was pretty cheap on SCAMAZON. Have fun and we are looking forward to your travels.
My mother was 8 yrs old when she lost her mother to the war in Okinawa. I can share stories with you if you would like, but just not on this platform. Her stories will break your heart...I've kept a journal. Now with dementia, she can't tell me any longer, but so thankful for what she has shared. ❤
I love your videos. Lately I been trying to keep up with the books you're reading. (Yep you have a book club, I may be the only member 😂) I'm halfway through with "on the road"and you're already on to a new book 😢. Stay safe and keep up the great content
Thanks for sharing this one, I'm right there with you, go out and find the love, connection and community!! I'm heading out to Colorado in my Astro van from NE Ohio. Your videos have been so inspiring. Thank you 💓
I'm going threw some stuff right now n just watching your videos n hearing u out makes me feal beter couse you say the right things hear from Tucson thanks n just hearing u out about his u feal I fealike I'm not alone
Thank you for sharing. Have a wonderful summer in your travels. You will find your stride and settle in to your routine. Stay safe, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia
A book based around WW2 that I highly recommend is The Forgotten Highlander. It’s a memoir written by Alistair Urquhart, a Scottish soldier who was captured by the Japanese. He details his time as a POW and it’s one of the most gripping, insane and incredible memoirs I’ve ever read. I borrowed it from a friend and didn’t put it down; read it from start to finish in one go (and I don’t read that often 😂).
Hi Alyssa! I love California and that's a lovely lake but mostly, I miss the beach. There's lots of lovely mountains and lakes in Colorado, though. Thankfully, I'm loving it here. Prayers for Stevie to run well in all your travels this Summer. 😀 My grandfather knew the man who took the famous picture on Iwo Jima. 🌹Red
Expiration doesn’t really mean anything, as long as the can isn’t bloated or dented. And you’ll notice by looking at the soup inside of itself okay to eat, it will be a little blackish. Or it may even taste weird.
Always, always love your videos. You put a smile on my face and you are so natural. I travel part time with my dog in my van. I LOVE it! I wanted to scream to you to not shut your door, we could hear you fine. Such a shame you had to be hot. I didn't know cans of soup expire. Now I need to check mine. Sending love from Melbourne, Australia. ❤️
If you lay the window covers out flat they will form a new memory in that position and stay flat shiny side out. How many other ppl commented about that? 😅 Yeah, if you’re going to stay out for a while they will hold. I have Heat-shield. They look pretty much the same.
I've heard you mention being in Japan, when & why did you go there and how long have you been back? I love watching your videos and learning about where you go!
Hi Alyssa love all of your videos. If you don’t mind where did you get your window covers from ? I am start my suv life hopefully seeing you on the roads this is new for me
Start rolling your window shields the other way to take the curl out so you can put the black side out. Miss you too. Go to your happy place and stay safe.
Not usually a SIMP but I love your videos and I'm not 6 foot tall. Don't have 6 figured just loving your videos and kinda a minimalist. Working right now seasonal in Yellowstone. You are beautiful and your personality is awesome! I love you!! Ok kinda over the top but why not?
I also love to study and read about WWII. I recently started At Dawn we Slept The Untold Story of Pearl Harbor by Gordon W. Orange, with Donald M. Goldstein & Katherine V. Dillon. I feel like you’d really find this one curious with your specific interest.
Hi Alyssa van road life traveling looks free and peaceful u have a cool van I'm from new Zealand our country is beautiful take care happy safe travels 😁🌞
It’s funny how I found your channel. I just moved out of my house and to my car I left my house with nothing . And this is not a forever plan because I have a child but it’s good for now . Love the channel
Hi Alyssa, I saw you on Mateo's channel WINTERISBLU last week and I enjoyed watching you both. Looks like you have been doing van life for a while so I will check your site.
there is footage missing from when i was driving to the lake (apple maps took me to the middle of nowhere so i had to “lewis & clark” (use google maps) my way there instead)
because i accidentally deleted it lol :( don’t trust apple maps!!!
Trusts someone who relies on maps
A little piece of Velcro on each corner of the shades and window , would hold um nicely ... * buy the real Velcro , it's worth the price ... And , David says " hey " from N.Y.
Apple maps!!!!
THE WORST….
Hi, I am planning to start my own documentary. I need help uploading and creating tools to my created videos with music from phone
Hey Alyssa hit me up next time you are in quartzsite, love to meet you in person and hangout for lunch or something...
She is one of those rare people who just brightness up people's day just being the person she is. Her smile is gorgeous. She so unapologetic about who she is. She walk with confidence. She a true inspiration
You just want to smash brah.
She’s the real deal
I agree. I didn’t know after watching one of her videos I’d be such a huge supporter and fan. A true gem 😊
Woohoo another video to lift me out of my lonely depression for a couple mins ❤️❤️
Felt
Right!?!
Me three!
I’m so glad your van is holding up ❤️
Yup! When I was full-time road life, I almost always followed the weather. I always sought comfort. That mountain lake campground looks nice. Anyway, I so agree about friendships. My IRL friends love the pretty pictures I post, but they don't relate to the lifestyle. So, I do turn Virtual Friends on RUclips to feel understood, and to get ideas and talk all philosophically about this lifestyle. hehe. So, I'm sooo happy you're here and posting! But I've never felt comfortable asking y'all to meet up somewhere. I always thought the answer would be an uncomfortable "aww thanks, but no". Like it's generally not a good idea to accept invitations from internet subscribers. So, I just vowed to never put anyone in that position. Right? Anyway, re: Heatshields I stopped rolling them up! I store them flat against the side of the interior wall, and so they fit my windows either way. :)
I have the same thought process. Online community is def more of a tribe I connect with as well, irl friends don’t really get it most of the time
hi alyssa! i just wanna say that i recently started watching your videos and really look up to you and your way of living on the road. i love how genuine you are!! thanks so much for your fulfilling and honest content and i can't wait to see where you "road trip" next! 💜
Your personality is amazing! Soo don’t worry about having content or having to do stuff to post a video!! Just you talking is so amazing. I have a few months working hard on my thesis and some exams that I have ben isolated from my friends so watching you feels like socialising and I just love your videos.
Alyssa is so so motivating and every time she posts it puts a smile on my face!💗✨and my sister really really enjoyed watching your videos so so much and I wish you have a fabulous Friday💖🤗💫
That campsite looks like a beautiful place. I also bought some of the bars and can’t wait to try them since I’m lactose intolerance
Happy summer vibes! The lake looks so peaceful and refreshing. Hope you are able to find some quiet rest to heal from that migraine attack completely.
I was having daily migraine attacks until I was at a place where I had access to a neurologist, so I definitely sympathize and get it.
I love you Alyssa Vanilla! Your fearlessness and confidence to be out an about “solo female” is literally what gives me the confidence and fearlessness to do what I love ❤ thank you!
Good to see you back, stay safe out there
I hope you enjoy the rest of your summer.
For one, your very wise for your time on this planet, and really funny.
There is a simple solution for those shades! Pick up a roll of thin bungee cord. Tie one end in a couple knots and slide it in your interior panel crack by the window. Cut to length..tie the other end into a couple of knots..and slide it in the opposite panel. You now have a perm bungee string you can slide your window shade in...with no modification to your vehicle!
I’m obsessed with watching you. I think because I’m living vicariously through you. Thank you for sharing your life. You have my friendship and my support in all you do. With love from Michigan. ❤
Ur van looks so cozy/comfy. This life seem so peaceful 😩 also try folding/rolling the window reflectives in the opposite direction next time and give it a try to see if the stay up
You are so cool, snacker girl! You're making good choices, seems to me, and learning the only way some of us do learn... by doing it. I know the road some days is bumpy, but we'd rather live a dirt-roads life than a paved-over life, right? You always make me smile back at you, even when you're not smiling. Cos you are, deep down, smiling out at us. Hope the book's good!
I love this comment ❤❤❤
Hi Alyssa!
We may not be “actual” friends,but some of us do get notified when one of your new videos goes up,because we’re interested in how you’re doing!☺️ Hope you Do make some friends/connections this Summer,just be careful. I know you have good instincts,but some people are scary. Btw,we could hear you just fine when you had Stevie’s doors open! You shouldn’t have to sweat talking to us!
Stay safe & Have fun!
Mr.D ☀️🌴
Missed you. Love your happy trips & stories. I consider you a part of my family. Praying for your joyful travels & safety. I love your channel because you are so beautiful and because you are showing me & others how to be.
A-Vee, I love your vlogs….whatever tf you got going on, just know I support you 100%….my hero. Keep doing what you’re doing…you got a Fan for life. 💯
Internet friends can definitely be real friendships. Some of my very closest friends I met online about 15 or 16 years ago.
I feel you! I’m 54 and have 0 friends. I’ve been thinking the same way. Time to put myself out there.
I wish you all the best as you get your feet under you this summer. It's always fun to see how things are going.
4.46
I live for that
I'm here for it
Many hugs and positive vibes towards u
I love how you were reading a WW2 book and by the time evening came you were watching Adventure Time. You're so meee. I'll be reading books on Buddhism or psychology and then later watching Futurama lol
Love your vlogs , you make me think , anything is possible, to travel instead being stuck in one place trying to survive this world by following society's rule of living n paying bills, safe travels ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Man, I’m so glad you decided to film again. It’s always good to have some fellow companions on the road with you. Well, im not the road per say, but definitely with you as far as traveling and being nomadic goes. Keep going, have fun with it. Seriously, don’t forget to have fun, Alissa! Documenting my journey as well. Since April here 🙏🏼 be well, my friend
Alyssa* 😌
Hey hun I’m not gonna lie you motivate me to get me a van love the setup thank you for posting
Glad you’re getting your footing back
Enjoy your self ❤. Be careful and safe.
You should pick you up a SUP(stand up paddle board).Would be awesome to take on that lake. Our inflatable one folds up small and was pretty cheap on SCAMAZON. Have fun and we are looking forward to your travels.
Happy Saturday Alyssa! I must try those bars. Enjoy your stay at your new location! In the valley! Life is so good to you and you’re living it up!
My mother was 8 yrs old when she lost her mother to the war in Okinawa. I can share stories with you if you would like, but just not on this platform. Her stories will break your heart...I've kept a journal. Now with dementia, she can't tell me any longer, but so thankful for what she has shared. ❤
Oh wow yes if you’d like to share I’d love to hear. It’s important that history is passed on
Would email work?
@@AlyssaVanilla yep...I agree. Yep, I'll message you on Instagram. 💗
I love your videos. Lately I been trying to keep up with the books you're reading. (Yep you have a book club, I may be the only member 😂) I'm halfway through with "on the road"and you're already on to a new book 😢. Stay safe and keep up the great content
Whaaat this is so cool!
🎉 great video, friend! 😊😁 perfect scenery. Enjoy your stay at your 🏕 campsite.
OMG you are a natural at promoting no cow, hopefully they have paid you handsomely for your lovely commercial.❤❤
Thanks for sharing this one, I'm right there with you, go out and find the love, connection and community!! I'm heading out to Colorado in my Astro van from NE Ohio. Your videos have been so inspiring. Thank you 💓
Hola. Roll them the opposite way see if they stay in the window. I’m a TX also. Glad to see you’re back
She is so beautiful on everything
Reverse roll the shades everyday, it'll help the finish fit.
Wow that lake is beautiful
Loved everything about this video, the aesthetic is 🧑🍳 (chefs kiss) , keep up the great work !
We didn't have a problem hearing you when your van door was open.
I like your lights on inside the van. It's like being at home in the evening
This woman is the truth
I'm going threw some stuff right now n just watching your videos n hearing u out makes me feal beter couse you say the right things hear from Tucson thanks n just hearing u out about his u feal I fealike I'm not alone
Oh man. I miss California. I grew up with those hills and that weather. That ocean and bay.
Thank you for sharing. Have a wonderful summer in your travels. You will find your stride and settle in to your routine. Stay safe, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia
I LOVE your taste in music!🎶 Happy travels - be safe!
I’m still watching and I’m gonna try the no cow, chocolate fanatic myself
I love watching your videos! Life so simple and sweet it’s inspiring ❤
Great video! Hope your summer travels are amazing!
A book based around WW2 that I highly recommend is The Forgotten Highlander. It’s a memoir written by Alistair Urquhart, a Scottish soldier who was captured by the Japanese. He details his time as a POW and it’s one of the most gripping, insane and incredible memoirs I’ve ever read. I borrowed it from a friend and didn’t put it down; read it from start to finish in one go (and I don’t read that often 😂).
Hi Alyssa! I love California and that's a lovely lake but mostly, I miss the beach. There's lots of lovely mountains and lakes in Colorado, though. Thankfully, I'm loving it here. Prayers for Stevie to run well in all your travels this Summer. 😀 My grandfather knew the man who took the famous picture on Iwo Jima. 🌹Red
🤍 you're positive words
I love Delineators
Happily ever after 🥹💕🔐
Hi, I was wondering if you roll the shades up in the opposite direction would that help. Like forcing it to roll backwards
Expiration doesn’t really mean anything, as long as the can isn’t bloated or dented. And you’ll notice by looking at the soup inside of itself okay to eat, it will be a little blackish. Or it may even taste weird.
Where did you get those window panels? Even though the black side is out, it still looks very effective. They are a great fit into the windows
Always, always love your videos. You put a smile on my face and you are so natural.
I travel part time with my dog in my van. I LOVE it!
I wanted to scream to you to not shut your door, we could hear you fine. Such a shame you had to be hot.
I didn't know cans of soup expire. Now I need to check mine.
Sending love from Melbourne, Australia. ❤️
New subscriber here & now i cant stop watching your videos 😅😭 i love you!!
Hey how are you? campbell chicken and rice soup is my favorite. I always put a little garlic and lemon in it if i have it.
Really enjoy watching your video. Very peaceful;)
I love your attitude!
Girrrrl come to Oregon! I'd love to meet you ❤ Will you still be trying to have pen pals despite being on the road?
Soon 😸 & I don’t have a PO Box anymore since I’m traveling, so I can’t do letters anymore ;(
@@AlyssaVanilla That's kind of what I thought! And it's nice and warm up here now 😁 enjoy your trip ❤️
Omgoshhhh 🥺 I want a remodeled rv or van where do I start ??? This lifestyle is everything 🥲
Just found your channel. And I’m already hooked❤
If you lay the window covers out flat they will form a new memory in that position and stay flat shiny side out.
How many other ppl commented about that? 😅
Yeah, if you’re going to stay out for a while they will hold. I have Heat-shield. They look pretty much the same.
Thanks!
So entertaining to watch! Love this channel
I've heard you mention being in Japan, when & why did you go there and how long have you been back? I love watching your videos and learning about where you go!
Is there a particular reason as to why no tint on the windows for a little day privacy or to help keep it cooler inside?
loved this video Alyssa! it was so cosy and the lake was beautiful. i’m heading to japan tomorrow and literally cannot waittttt
HAVE FUN OMG!!!!
A SLOW STAT TO VAN LIFE THIS SUMMER ALYSSA VANILLA
Hi Alyssa love all of your videos. If you don’t mind where did you get your window covers from ? I am start my suv life hopefully seeing you on the roads this is new for me
We totally could hear you with the door open girl. Be organic! You don't have to roast yourself in the heat for us ❤
It was awesome spending the winter in the Q. Come on up :). Closing the doors I can still hear you fine. ❤❤❤
Miss you Nancy!
Start rolling your window shields the other way to take the curl out so you can put the black side out. Miss you too. Go to your happy place and stay safe.
dude ur so coool :) glad i found ur channel chica safe travels :)
Where is your outfit from its so cute
Simply Beautiful & Inspirational
So happy, new video yaaaaay!
Not usually a SIMP but I love your videos and I'm not 6 foot tall. Don't have 6 figured just loving your videos and kinda a minimalist. Working right now seasonal in Yellowstone. You are beautiful and your personality is awesome! I love you!! Ok kinda over the top but why not?
Good video 📹 my friend. It was very entertaining. I'm already looking forward to the next one.
beautiful life on the van
Hope the new van search is going well 😊
got the same van color too but dont like it wish i had my ford diesel pick up back
Glad I found your channel
I also love to study and read about
WWII. I recently started At Dawn we Slept The Untold Story of Pearl Harbor by Gordon W. Orange, with Donald M. Goldstein & Katherine V. Dillon. I feel like you’d really find this one curious with your specific interest.
another enjoyable day in the life of you, Thanks
Can’t you roll the window covers back the opposite way when you put them away, to train them to lie flat with reflectix pointed out?
Hi Alyssa van road life traveling looks free and peaceful u have a cool van I'm from new Zealand our country is beautiful take care happy safe travels 😁🌞
I love watching your videos
It’s funny how I found your channel. I just moved out of my house and to my car I left my house with nothing . And this is not a forever plan because I have a child but it’s good for now . Love the channel
God dayum. What lake. ❤
Always a great idea go to the lake 👍👽
Hi Alyssa, I saw you on Mateo's channel WINTERISBLU last week and I enjoyed watching you both. Looks like you have been doing van life for a while so I will check your site.
Hope you are doing well. Are you going to be making it through Oregon this summer?
Beautiful adventure😮 nice vlog❤ enjoying fr Jamaica 🏖️
Blessings Alyssa, thanks for sharing 💜👍🏽