Why we DISAPPEARED from social media and what's going on with Vanlife Sagas NOW?
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- Опубликовано: 25 июл 2024
- It's been over 125 days since Marie and I last posted on any of the Vanlife Sagas social media. We received several messages in our DMs, emails, comments and even face to face in the streets. People want to know what exactly is going on with the both of us and with the channel.
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No apology needed, you don't owe us anything, you are people too and life happens :) Have really missed you though
Dom - it is so very good to see your smile again. Life has ups and downs and, I feel, it is we who owe you the apology. I am sorry if your relationship with us made things harder to figure out those ups and downs between you and Marie. I had a monster grin when you said you are all safe and healthy, am so very proud of Marie for working through her PhD, and got teary eyes knowing you were letting us in to the most private part of your lives. I am also proud of you for taking care of yourself and stepping away when it was necessary. It is exciting to see what you have in store for us...and somehow, you really did make me feel like I was in the room with you. Well done. 💙
Could you explain to me why I owe an apology? Or who is we? And why would anyone owe an apology? I don‘t really understand.
@@fishroro9719 thank you for bringing my attention back to my comment. I originally typed from my heart trying to quickly convey my thoughts without going on for too long. Something I had hoped was obvious is that this is the internet and I don't ~ actually ~ speak for everyone when saying "we"... however I made an assumption I was not the only one with the thoughts of pity for those who have chosen to share their lives through RUclips and thousands of strangers. Fish Roro, I don't know you or your internet presence, so I will not assume, but ask - have you ever been in an intimate relationship that is having troubles and have to ask yourselves "but what will our viewers think?" It is that question, which had to have gone through both Dom and Marie's mind at least once is why I apologized. Do I think I did any personal harm to either of them, no. But by choosing to step away from social media Dom and Marie didn't personally harm any of us either...so they don't owe us an apology. That message was already being conveyed to Dom through other comments so I didn't feel the need to repeat it. In the same vein - in the sense if expediency I also used the word "proud" incorrectly. Pride in someone indicates a sense of ownership in their accomplishments. I was not personally responsible for Marie's amazing work on her doctorate program, nor on Dom's choice to protect his mental health and step away from social media. The word I should have used in my original post is "impressed" since I am sincerely impressed with both Dom and Marie for being the amazingly healthy and strong humans they are, in both body and spirit. Thank you for asking a sincere question and giving me an opportunity to better express my thoughts.
@@JeccaSee Cannot agree more. Very well said. I attempted a similar message in French, just posted. I feel I need to fix it now. Your choice of words is excellent and I feel that 'we' is appropriate.
@@JeccaSee you shouldn't have had to explain yourself. Your words were heartfelt and kind and beautiful. I really felt for Dom having to share the uncomfortable message himself.
@@susanbrown5878 🤓👍🏼
What a very brave and genuine message. Much love to the both of you 💛
I can’t imagine how hard it is to share so personally with the world. We’ve missed you, we love you, and wish you both nothing but the absolute best. Thank you for being you.
This is sad to hear that things haven't worked out with you and Marie - I could hear the emotion in your voice and see it on your face. This video shows the type of man you are when you are able to bare your soul in such a public way. I wish you both all the best moving forward. 💔💔💔
Awh Dom, what a difficult, heartfelt video. RUclips is such a strange form of entertainment where creators are so exposed, sharing so much of themselves. It is so difficult to go through the life chapters you and Marie went through, and are going through, and to have the world watching has to be so much added pressure. Please continue to be kind to yourself and return on your own terms in your own time. Be well. Be happy.
Well put Vickie
Huge hugs to you both. The tears in your eyes when you spoke of Marie and the respect and love you have for her speaks highly of your character. Will watch wherever your future takes you!
We love you as people. No apologies ever necessary. 💕💕
I've seen your van around town and figured that you'd post when you had something to say. Self-care matters and it's best done without an audience. Take care of yourselves.
You don’t owe us anything. We just tag along for the ride. Life gets in the way sometimes and social media is all a bit overwhelming and fake. Thank you for being real. Wish you both happiness and success.
Love you guys. You can only do what feels natural. Whatever the path, all of the very best ❤️❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻
Thank you for honest transparency, I can only imagine how difficult that is when you’re under a bit of a microscope….. Much luck to you in your new adventure and the next season of life!
Dom & Marie, I've got nothing but respect for you both. I can't imagine sharing that much of myself online and all that comes with it. You're both awesome (from what I can tell in your videos and our brief chats) and wish you two nothing but the best in everything you do. Keep taking care of yourselves as you see best. You don't owe us anything. Health is the most important thing in life - in every sense of the word. Sending love and support your way as you move through these tough times.
Bonjour Dom; c'est vrai qu'une disparition si soudaine soulevait des questions et merci de nous revenir. L'adaptabilité est une grande force qui prend son temps. Bonne suite!
Good to see your awesome smile. I'm glad everyone is doing okay. This has been a tough couple of years for many people and stepping back is sometimes necessary. I'm happy to see what adventures you take us on in your neck of the woods. 👍🤗🇨🇦😎🥰
Dom, it’s great to see your face. Love the space you’ve built for yourself. I’m sorry to hear about what’s happening, but happy to hear you’ve been able to keep busy. It’s the best way to process closing a chapter in your life. Can’t wait to see everything you have coming up! ❤️
We still love you guys and good to hear your safe & hey "shit happens". It's really brave of you both to share with us (not expected) but just be real & it's only another part in your journey called life. BIG HUGS SENT YR WAY 💗💗💗
Dom, I’m so sorry things didn’t work out. I can see how difficult this video was for you to put this out. I hope you can heal from this. It was nice to see your and your smile. I can’t wait to see what content you put out. Keep smiling and moving forward.
So sorry to hear about you and Marie. I still love to see your smiling face and listen to you talk and can't wait to see the videos that you have in store for us. Blessings to you and wishing you both all the best!
Thank you Dom for your candor....it must've been hard to share this part of your journey. Best of luck in your next chapter. My thanks to you and Marie for allowing me to learn from you. Take care.
You have been missed, it’s nice to see your doing well, no apologies, breakups are tough. Looking forward to see, what you do next. Wish the best for Marie . Your parents are so much fun, good your staying close to home.
Can see you are struggling. Sending all the love and good wishes your way. Can't wait to see the next chapter ❤️
Sharing your life with thousands of people is not easy task, especially duting times of transition and it's a brave thing to speak so candidly too. Kudos for showing up. All the best to you and Marie for you next chapters.
Hi Dom. This looked very difficult for you to film. Sharing your story was brave! I , probably like all your viewers, love you both and only wish you the best in moving forward. Whatever you post in the future I will be sure to watch. Hoping you both are living your best lives, whether you are onscreen or off. PS: I loved seeing that big smile of yours! Thanks for the update!
Was just wondering about you earlier today. You don't owe anyone an apology, life happens. Thank you for the update, hugs
Hey Dom, Thanks for the “infotainment” today. The update is much appreciated and we are here for you and all your new adventures you have coming up. Sad to hear you are no longer a team but keep trucking along, you can do it!!! Merci 🇨🇦 & Happy Canada Day!!’ 🍁
Glad to hear from you. Hugs to you and Marie both! Just be yourself, do not feel like you have to be "on" all the time. Love to see more of your home area and Canada in general. And can't wait for the French lessons.
Happy to hear you are healthy and/or healing. Here for the content of you doubling down on French lessons and teaching us about your slice of Canada. Cheers to you and your family (which is code for your mom and dad are video gold)!
Thank you for filling us in on life for you and Marie. I could see it wasn't easy to do. I will miss seeing the fun you both seemed to have, but life does go on and I look forward to seeing you have more fun and adventures. (Hopefully not too dangerous!)
Happy everyone is doing well. Excited to see what comes next for you and the channel. You do what’s best for you and we will follow along with cheers and support. 🤗
Seeing you was that favorite human moment when you see an old friend and take the time to catch up. You know, those friends we have that with them time means nothing. Thanks Dom, so good to see you again!
So good to see you again. Thank you for your honesty, that message must have been so so hard.
Looking forward to what comes next for both of you. ❤️
Dom, You are very much appreciated! Sending good vibes, much love and many prayers up for you. We are very much looking forward to what the future holds for you and vanlife sagas. Can’t wait for more great info, more laughs, and of course more French lessons… All the best to you 🙏😊
1) so glad you’re both okay!!!
2) thank you for openly sharing your life with people who don’t share their lives with you in the same way. Thank you for honoring the “relationship” that exists through the screen.
3) it’s so nice to see y’all tackling life’s inevitable changes in a healthy way. Processing, adjusting, and moving forward. Looking forward to seeing where you each go from here, whatever of your lives you’re willing to share! 💛
Thanks for that update Dom ! As you said, following you is like enjoying a weekly rendez-vous with a series, watching entertaining content ! But you (two) being so real, authentic, and family oriented, is what makes you so special ! So … when life happens… you just need to live the reality and take the time you need… Glad to see you back, will continue watching from France 🇫🇷😁
Things happen. It’s ok. Glad to see you and hear your moving foreword.
Thank you Dom! No need for apologies! Sad to hear you are both on a different path, but what has to happen, happens. Best of luck for future episodes, I'm real looking forward to local Quebec since we are beginning vanlife soon from Montreal! Peace out! 🙏✌️
So good to see you back! I'll be watching as you move forward. I'm sorry to learn Marie won't be back, I didn't realize she had left to be honest. I'm sure things are bitter sweet right now. Love ya both, you have brought so much joy into my life. I wish nothing but happiness for you both as you each go on your paths. Hugs, just go with the flow. You'll find your footing here again I'm sure.
No apologies needed Dom! I missed your videos, always looking forward to what you're up to even with solo van life --- looking forward to the rock and roll too! Hope you're doing well!
Yay so excited that you’re back!!!!!l just happy to hear you’re doing well! ❤️ can’t wait for some laughs.
Life is tough- take it as it is! We appreciate everything you both have shared on all platforms in the past, and whatever comes in the future!
Good to see you again!
Xx-
Shann
It’s nice that you took some time away from social media while going through a big life change. We’ll all be here when you’re ready to return. Much love to you, Marie and your families.
So good to see you back. Sorry that you have gone through a tough life change. It's hard. Best of luck to the both of you. Thank you for sharing.
Hang in there, Dom! Looking forward to following you in your new journey. As with all friends, no apologies needed. We are here for you!
Sorry to hear that life's thrown you such a curve ball. I wish you all the luck and look forward to seeing your new adventures. All the love from the UK ❤️
Dom, thank you for being so transparent. This must have been difficult, awkward, but true Dom - speaking from your heart. Happy that you are both finding your lives apart and with love. Excited with see your next 4 episodes, and your beautiful smile. Take care.
Welcome back, glad to see everything is ok Dom. We need time to ourselves to process life changes.
Dom, it's good to have you back! And it's good to see and feel all that feelings and emotions! a big hug from Germany - We're looking forward to driving through Quebec with U!
My heart breaks seeing you in so much pain. Wishing you lots of healing and a beautiful next chapter! Thank you for everything 💕
Love you guys! 💛🙌🏼 Bien hâte de suivre "la suite"! 😁😉
Life happens. As others have said we love you both. And no matter the content or whoever is here, we are here too. Thank you for jumping on. I have the 🔔 on when you're ready.
Dom, Glad you took the time you needed to deal with things personally and privately, that don't need to be shared. Looking forward to your upcoming content and wishing you both all the best. ❤️
So good to see you, Dom! Glad to hear all is well, I was worried something happened to you or Marie and your sweet parents. As far as the channel goes, I do watch a lot of Van life content, but not exclusively of course, and what I really enjoyed about your channel so much was YOUR creativity, so I am up for whatever you want to try! And I am sorry if social media disrupted your relationship with Marie, this is a strange new paradigm we are all having to work through and the consequences are difficult to discern sometimes. I just hope you both find the freest, most creative, healthful, peaceful and satisfying versions of life and enjoy living it. Thanks for sharing yourselves with us and don’t feel bad or a need to apologize for doing what you need to do for yourself, whenever you need to do it. Best wishes to all of you and your families. Take good care. :-)
HI DOM!!! Very good to see you. No apologies needed, just really good to know you're ok. Sad to know that you're not in touch with each other only because you are both great people. Sending you a lot of love, Dom. Change is hard and loss is hard. You will come through this and joy will be your everyday companion again, even when Marie isn't. Looking forward to learning about your part of Quebec and finding out what the journey will be.
Thank you, Dom for the update. So happy to hear that you two are doing well. I'm subscribed, so whenever you're ready to come back, no rush! ❤️
Thanks for the update and wisdom at the end. Maggie was cool, but fwiw I came back each week to watch you. Looking forward to seeing more, keep it up.
Thanks for popping back in again. So sorry to hard that you two are going in different directions. Life sucks man. I can feel the pain in your voice. I hope life has better things in store for you both. This had to be the biggest SAGA of them all but hey alot of other people have solo van life videos so I'm looking forward to see what you come up with. Onwards and upwards.
Loved your videos and wish you both the very best in your lives ❤️
Welcome back. I can't wait to see new episodes. I wish you both the best.
Great to see you back, sending you hugs. The most hardest of times are the ones where we grow the most 🧡
I’m glad you both are healthy, and although I missed the videos, we were never owed them or your relationship. Please enjoy your next chapters and cherish the love and laughter you both deserve.
I can't wait to see what's next. Thank you for being so honest. Much adoration to you.
Glad you let us know that you and the family are OK. Looking forward to next week!
Thank you for many entertaining hours...thank you for trusting us with details of inner thoughts. It's a hard game to keep up forever. You are both young, have many adventures and discoveries to make in life and they don't all need to be Van related. It is healthy to get off the social media circle, I feel we miss so much of life staring at a screen, although it has has been a comfort when I have felt lonely. Best wishes to you and Marie. Enjoy LIFE! LIVE IT! Cheers!
Good to see you back Dom. Thank you for your candid explanation, looking forward to what you bring to the channel in the future.
Very good to see your smiling face. Glad you are both ok. I can not imagine how hard it is to bare your soul on RUclips. We love your content and thank you for opening the doors to us for a different way to travel. Thank you and God bless.
Welcome back. As a person who has encountered a series of massive transitions as well the last few months...big hugs to both of you. Good to have the channel back and looking forward to the music and laughs.
Happy to know all is well with the two of you. Please do what you need for yourself and your mental health. Know you are loved and missed.
I’m really looking forward to seeing what life brings you next Dom…. Thank you for sharing your story. I missed you both. I can see the pain you are still struggling with, but now you are literally getting back on the road again, wonderful news to those of us that really enjoy your wit, humility, beautifully shot photographic content and basically, you, we like you. Anyway back on the RUclips road, that’s the spirit. I’m very interested in seeing your “wild and unknown” Quebec, in particular the Pontiac area you describe. Now that’s exciting Dom, you are about to take us all on a journey to an incredible location many have never seen, some of us may never experience the joy of seeing our amazing planet other than what we experience when you and folks like you, take us there. Thank you …..Good Times.
I'm so sorry that life did not go as planned. The both of you are so creative, funny and awesome. I hope you both can find your way back to true happiness. You have made me smile during not so good times. You are appreciated!!! Be happy my friend.
Thanks for sharing, totally understand, and yes I will tune in your funny as well. Be blessed!
I appreciate and respect your honesty, and I wish you both happiness. I also want you to know that I recently bought my first Vespa and in your collective honour, I have named her "Vanespa". I think of you both whenever we go for a ride. ❤️
Thanks for sharing! Very sad you are going your separate ways. Much respect to Marie, I look forward to following her own adventures. Also looking forward to seeing what you do with this channel. Filming alone is hard and will likely take some adjustments (Max & Occy's channel talks about this), but i look forward to whatever you make of it. Would also love an apartment tour! your pad looks lit!!
Good to see you, Dom. Thank you for letting us know what’s up. I’m very much looking forward to your adVANtures😉
I hope you know you have a following of people here who stuck around bc we really like you. Please, from here on, be YOU and do whatever is YOU. Do French lessons and whatever you want to do…if that’s really what you want to do. We will be here to join you😊. I’m ready to see you get out there! Be safe. Big hug to you from Kentucky🧡🧡
I'm just glad you, Marie, and both your families are well, safe, and healthy. That is the only important thing. Thank you for sharing and getting us up to date.
Welcome back Dom! We missed you!!! Looking forward to watch your new adventures ! Stay strong ! xoxo
Good to see you! Thank you for letting us know the status of the channel. We have definitely missed you, and look forward to seeing what the next chapter brings. Our hearts are with you (both) no matter what.
We all go thru ups and downs so no apology expected! Keep doing this♡ You have a lot of followers! Can't wait for new episodes 🤗
New beginnings new adventures! We will be waiting for next week definitely!
So good to see you again on a Sunday morning. Glad to hear you are ok. I've really wondered how you were doing. Sorry to hear about the permanence of the separation between the 2 of you. I'm sure recovery is long but hopefully progressing. Sounds like you've had good work adventures. Can't wait for you to start again and sweet of you to be concerned with us, but really want all good things for you (both of you).
Happy to see you again on Sundays. Looking forward to your entertainment and french lessons
Thank you for sharing. Glad to hear both you and Marie are healthy and working on your own happy. You each get to write your own next chapters. Smiles for you.
Thank you for sharing. Life happens. We can't control where it takes us. Take care and all the best.
Sorry to hear about your separation. It's very courageous from you to explain everything like you do in this video. Looking forward for new happy goings. Have fun!
Je suis tellement contente de te retrouver et de savoir que tout le monde vas bien, malgré les circonstances de la vie. Je vais continuer à te suivre c’est certain ! J’aime ton authenticité et ton naturel! Je t’envoie un gros hug !
Glad to see you're back! Heather and I were just talking about you guys last week and wondering where you went. Do your thing Dom, we'll watch it!
Glad you are well and no major concerns. Wishing you well going forward.
Rock On Dom! Glad there is more content coming if that's what you want to do. We are thrilled that it's coming and can't wait to hear about your upcoming adventures.
Dom, thank you for shooting from your heart. I will be honest with you, I never cared about van life. I was drawn to the relationship you shared with Marie. But I will continue to support your channel. You’re a genuinely good person, talented, funny and worthy of success. Best Wishes!
Thanks for sharing. We often have people only wanting to share the good times. But we all go through our rough times. Life….its a rollercoaster
Dom, this video had to be difficult to do. We love you and Marie. We also understand things happen and wish you BOTH the best! I’m excited to see the new videos!
Je pensais justement à toi la semaine passée et me demandais ce qui arrivait de votre côté.
Merci pour ta transparence et je vais continuer a pratiquer mon anglais en regardant tes vidéos !!
Bonne chance et plaisir pour la suite ! 🤞🙂💕
vous avez tout les deux l'air de belles personnes, ca va le faire, much love to both of you guys ♥️
Be happy, live your life. No worries Dom! Moving forward... Yay! Don't go away... 🌈💖 See you next week!
I’m so sorry for your loss. This must be so hard but time will heal. Thanks for sharing.
Dom, your sincerity is evident & my heart is with you & Marie both. I’m sad to hear that Marie will not return & yet happy to see your smile. I look forward to your future episodes. Thank you for your very heartfelt message. ❤️
Helloooo! Glad to see you and I welcome you back in any way or form you wish to steer this amazing channel. I've loved every second of it and have tons of anticipation for what may come next. Rest assured I will support you, as will so many, many others. I wish Marie the very best with her PhD pursuit and her choices going forward, too. I know this is a hard transition for you both but I know you both will do your utmost to maintain respect and regard for each other, and that will make letting go, moving forward, and even looking back easier to do. Also, I have to admit my selfish happiness in learning that the French lessons will continue cuz my French is terrible. I need you, Dom! And thanks for the beer.🍺❤
Big heartfelt mama bear hug coming your way.
Im sorry, you guys together were the bomb.
I can tell you really miss her . Really no need to apologize this is life and life is hard . It will be nice to watch your videos again . Good luck in everything you do and stay positive
Thank you for reaching out ♥️
Thank you for sharing with us. We are here to support you!! Up and downs happen. Continue the adventures :) Send you both love and blessings. Get out there and have some fun!! On that note I'm going to have beer and cheer for you! Peace, Love and happy sauce!!
Just do you! No worries it's just good to see you and whatever you do I will still be watching. Love you always 💓