I'm 62 and I just beat cancer and I am very purposeful in everything I do now. Living life over 7 years in my minivan has new meaning now. Life is beautiful! Have an amazing day!
Are u in the States or in Canada or somewhere else? I’m in the states and thinking about this life but it’s a bit harder in the USA than in Canada I’m finding, ☹️
Someone did that to my family. We were camped at a single site on a river feeding a huge lake. Hundreds of miles of shoreline with multiple unoccupied campsites and they had to park up right next to us, I was baffled but husband said they're so used to being up each others butts in more urban areas that it likely didn't even occur to them, and it was a well known good fishing spot. Then they cooked their catch and left the fish remains littered about on shore with us in our tents (in grizzly country I might add) and then anchored off shore in their boat to sleep.... I beg you're finest effing pardon? They did not just do that! I had to clear away their mess and walk it well away from camp in order to keep my kids safe from being bear snacks. Sometimes I really dislike people.
I totally get that. I live intentionally in a rural area and it never ceases to amaze me that people will almost always chose to build their homes RIGHT ON TOP of the other rural homes in the area. I had to purchase 100 acres just so I could build my house smack in the middle so no matter how much they want to they cannot build their ‘ranch’ (yes! They call their one acre of land that they stuff too many farm animals on (which is another sad story) a ranch!) I live in a rural area for a reason! Why do you think I would be so excited to have your way to big of a house crammed up my a$$?! Humans never cease to amaze me
I cannot understand how you don’t have hundreds of thousands of subscribers. Not only is your videography stellar, but your content is very interesting and insightful. It doesn’t hurt that Frank is an absolute gem as well. Best wishes for the best quality life you can live!
1. I love that you do a little happy dance when you eat your meal as I do the same 😊 2. So weird of that dude to crowd you when there's soooooo much space there. 3. I SO miss boondocking out west....here in southwestern Ontario it's all private land and strict by-laws 😢
I live in sagebrush country. I never get tired of the smell. Pick a sprig, crush it and put it on your dash! Beautiful shots of scenery, trees, and sky. Thank you. I enjoyed this video so much.❤❤
I'm 69 years old, so that can tell you how long I've been around. In my early adult life, I was a free spirit. I did crazy stuff. I had fun. Now, I am enjoying life in a different way. I never thought that in my retirement life, I would have become a prepper, gardener, and homesteader. We live in uncertain times. I don't live in fear because my eternal home is in heaven. While my husband has health issues, it has held me back from some things, but I am never bored. My gardening and creative side keeps me content. What matters most in life is having good health, and at 69, I am blessed with great health, and what you do to keep your good health is what's important.
Great video Amanda, Mahalo for sharing. BTW, reference that guy. Video them and post it. It's a small community and we run into the same people all the time. We'll take it from there.
I worked 37 years as an RN. About half of that in acute care. Taking care of obviously terminal patients who were being kept alive bothered me. Well, let's just say it made me think. I was definitely a quality over quantity person. Now I'm 67 and disabled with autoimmune. I am much less independent that I was and have to adjust my expectations. But, I'm enjoying my extended family....the children and am about to become a grandma for the first and only time. Life can offer wonders at every stage. I'm inclined to allow death to come naturally and peacefully though. Wonderful video Amanda. You look really well.
Congratulations on becoming a grandmother for the first time. I have a similar medical situation and have lived in Mexico the past 4 years but am flying home in a few days to spend the last trimester with my daughter and help her prepare for her 1st child. Im soooo blessed that she's chosen me to keep my granddaughter when she returns to work. I'll definitely miss eating out every single day but it'll be worth it.
Amanda, I’m so glad you’re OK and I admire you for standing up to this person. I have to admit I do worry about you at times but I pray for you too. Love you..❤
It's been a while, maybe a couple of years, since I last saw your videos. I thought about you yesterday and today, on this new-ish account, your channel was recommended. The universe is something else! Glad to see Frank is still keeping you company. This week will make one year of my being a solo van dweller. It's been about 25 years since I was last without furry companions. They kept me sane.
Hi Amanda, I’ve been following you for 3 years now, and because of you, I was inspired to do a cross country drive in 2021. I retired from my nursing career after 36 years, and jumped into my suv, drove from my home in LA, headed north towards BC, with my final destination in Niagara Falls, Ontario to visit my family and stay with my elderly mother for 4 months. I made several stops along the way to see my high school friends, as well as camp out in provincial parks . Having lived in Toronto for 3 decades, I’ve seen and drove to the east coast provinces, so this time I got the opportunity to drive from the west coast, through the Canadian Rockies, the prairie and can now say I’ve seen all the 5 Great Lakes! I’ve been asked how I managed to do this solo, and was I not scared. Well I highly recommend this, it’s the most liberating, most exciting , most memorable time in my life that seeing the beautiful sceneries out there, being in the wilderness,there’s no room for fear! I’m not done with the adventure…I want to do this again as there’s so much more to see!
As a female… I’m 64 and love this lifestyle. I realize that others may view me as more vulnerable because I am a women, but Ive seen men much more fearful than I have ever been. I don’t engage as you did but I applaud your gumption and willingness to hold your own space!!! 🎉 Being female has changed and much of that is our own expectations. Congrats sister! 🦌🌳
Loving this area also & the colors make me feel so peaceful. Love the touch of yellow & your introduction with the drone footage & your choice of pics of scenery & Frank. You’re getting better & better at this. Living your dream is a great blessing. Appreciating each day to the best of your ability is a great state of being alive- truly alive. Thanks for sharing your creative work with us.
Wow Amanda, that had to be a completely stressful situation while dealing with obviously an unreasonable person. While alone. As a female. So proud of you for addressing it head on and managing to resolve it. This was a lovely video with great drone footage so thank you. Glad you're ok.
I wonder if you asked Frank would you rather have lived a life of adventure with Amanda or been housebound taking a couple of walks a day what he would say.
@@jamesirwin2215 100% the adventure and I’m so lucky he’s also getting to grow old even if his mobility is dwindling. He’s a happy guy and loves our life together
The entire video was Beautiful. I thought the agressive predator was going to be a Giant Spider or Rattle snake. Or human. U firymtuantly it was a human. There are so many scenarios that played it as you walked through the video. Leaving your pack by the River. My friends, Son and a buddy planned for a year to head across Canada. And a backpacking trip to Alaska. They had budgeted and purchased all they needed in supplies. They started in Abbotsford bc. Stopped in Hope at the river to cool their feet. As they were in the river , suddenly guys showed up out of no where. They figured they were being watched. The guys were on basic bikes. Grates their full packs and took ogg. They chased afymter them , grabbing their boots , attempting to get the footwear on. They could see down the highway. The guys were met down the highway but still in view. The thieves, loaded their bikes and the packs in the back of the pick up and were gone. They never got anything back. They lost all their money. Their DL and passports, all their I'd but all their fear. This was in hope bc. I get every one want to enjoy the beauty outdoors but reality our society has changed. . Currently there is a young woman missing. You are putting yourself I'm extreme risk. Old or young men are rapists, and murders. They target and watch who's traveling. Many people are also struggling and take everything. . your beautiful dog is not going to protect you! Predators planned intent. . One guy kidnapped a woman at a coffee kiosk house drive through set up. He was married with a child and had a shed set up for his his victims.. Yes, she wasn't the first. The police found he had supplies In the forest of several areas where he was targeting aattacks. You can verify it. She was Murdered, assaulted for days. Her Dad was there right from the start. Her fiance was only a few minutes late picking her up but she was in the coffee house in a lit parking lot with stores open. She did everything right but this predator got her. Do not do this to your family and friends who love you. Extremely danferous in our changed society. Your a smart lovely lady, stay alive and safe . Just get in the drivers seat and leave don't engage the old guy just get out of of there . Your dog is no protection. He's so so cute and adorable you must protectect him yourself. ❤
Amanda, thank you for asking this question. I look at life so differently being 60 than I did in my 20’ or 30’s. Of course hind sight is 20/20. I live now in the present and know myself better now and my life is mine to live and I will live it to the fullest. One shot at this life live it.
BC Sage is truly a great smell, we live 3 hours away from Merritt but go once per year sage picking & fill our bags full & travel back & OMG your whole vehicle smells like it - lovely aroma! Too bad you had to deal with that guy, I would have just left. I wouldn't feel comfortable even after him leaving as he knows your alone now & could have come back during night-much braver than me for sure!
I can’t imagine how stressful that was for you. In the US we have weapons,and I would not have “asked”:that guy to move on. Frank looks like such a great companion. My dog is fearless and she always alerts me to danger, mostly squirrels and rabbits 😁, and anything that does not belong in our area. She is a great partner. Stay safe and happy travels. And TU on your video.
Amanda, i would have been scared. I would have told him hey I was about to leave you block my way, getting out. But I'm so happy you stand your ground. Frank is so cute. Be safe ❤❤
you're such a great communicator amanda. stoked you held your ground and exceptionally took care of yourself and frank. bummer he was imposing. stoked he became more humanly decent and left. continued travel mercies and blessings. 🕊
Glad you and the rude man solved the issue. Sad. Looked like a great place. I watch Brian Offgrid as well. I believe he was on of the first You Tube channels I watched. I loved Sierra so much. Meadow is hilarious and he has his hands full with her but his new camper is awesome. Good to see you and Frank again. Be safe. ❤❤
I might have 20, at most 40 years left in my life. I've been pretty happy for most of my adult life even with a lot of unpleasant things happening, and disability, but mostly I want to see my kid grow up. And I want to travel as best I can, in a van. But I don't want to be 90 and and falling apart. I do a lot, as much as I can. The best thing I've done for quality of life lately was find a great therapist.
Thank you! I’m trying to catch up after not being able to edit for a few weeks but I’ve also been filming so much lately it’ll take awhile to get there.
That guy... I totally have those same feelings when im out camping alone. Really, people figure it out!! He was trying to bully you out of that spot. 💚🐶💜
Another great vlog! The music is so good but even better was Franks's happiness while you were excersizng! Stretch, dog kiss, stretch, dog kiss - he was so cute! Also - that situation with the other person would have me feeling the same 100%. So proud of you for addressing it and resolving it. I definitely would have felt threatened too.
Hi Amanda: Your story reminded me of a little hike I took with a friend on the edge of Coney Island Creek, in NYC. We were excitedly finding wild-growing herbs, until we very suddenly realized we were on the verge of a camp. We didn't see anyone; we were actually on city park land, but there was a clearing with a hut buried deep, and fishing lines extended over the banks of the creek. Suddenly I felt my heart beating -- not from fear, but from the very natural sense that we were intruding on someone else's camp. And this was in a heavily settled area! We swung wide away and made our way back to the area where we began. To say that: that person you encountered was probably missing a necessary sensibility, and brava to you both for working it through. I was especially glad to hear that you did not leave.
It’s been a while since I’ve been able to check out your channel. I have to say I am loving the new editing style you are doing. Opening by setting the scene with gorgeous drone shots set to inspirational music is so very effective. I’ve always loved the direct and honest way you communicate with your audience and am glad to see a harmonious balance between the two. Also I find watching you cook and talk about food very interesting. I love that you keep it simple - not just in cooking but in living. ☮️
I have a vanlife channel i have watched for years. Yours popped up a while ago and I really like the Tideline to Alpine concept. But I have been busy and forgot about it. Funny thing is this video popped up in my feed along with one about a hobbit van. I chose this one and you are wearing your hobbit jumper saying you need a hobbit hole! I like your technical talent and fearlessness to be on yt. Love your focus on flowers. The drone shot showed the magnificent beauty of that hidden valley, lucky you!
I have subscribed to your channel but not able to view every upload due to time constraints. I like to sleep😄 If you ever check out other vanlife channels, I recommend On the Wildside with a young couple from England, I think. They are touring Europe and they have a van build worth checking out. I just found that channel this month. Now I see that you have been living fulltime vanlife for 10 years and wonder why your channel has not come up in my feed very much. Perhaps there are too many and I don't scroll enough? Best wishes, Amanda!
What a great question! If you had asked me that question 30 years ago I would have had a completely different answer. Now that I’m 65 years old my perspective has changed. Looking in the face of ones own mortality will definitely change their perspective. I still long for big adventures, but I’m also extremely content being alone and quiet inside the confines of my RV home.
Wow. (I'm not alone in Wows, I see).... so much amazing you've shared in this one. Really noticing the music, and how you dovetail drone footage with music into natural sounds. You take us in close, and let us see the views from far away. You asked an amazing question, too... 5 days of meh, or 3 days of amazing (50 years / 30 years) - I can unpack that in several ways. Yes, I'd love the amazing, and that's the goal. But I also feel there's a way to have amazing within the ordinary, if I remember to look. So maybe the trick is remembering to look, too? Finally, I'm so glad you shared the tale of the unusual interaction with the German fellow. While I have a minute's worth of experience overnighting in my van outside of paid-for camp spots, it's still really new to me. I like being reminded of the simple etiquette. But more important for me, is learning that sometimes it can be helpful to do the hard thing of conversation and de-escalation on that edge of discomfort to get to a better result. I'm glad that worked out! Love the jumper and the purple potatoes too!!!
Thank you ☺️ and I totally agree with remembering to look and appreciate the ordinary. No amount of time can ever be guaranteed which is why it’s so important to do both, create the amazing and enjoy the ordinary.
You’re so brave being out there exploring in your own! I spent a year doing the same in my early 20’s with a friend, but it’s nice to be on your own so you can do what you want to. You always have the prettiest scenery. Love your hair!
I planted sagebrush in my Native California garden just for the smell, and maybe a little for the color and texture. But I love rubbing my hands through it and smelling them.
I like this question. This is a really good question. I honestly think it’s possible to do both. 30 years balls to the wall awesome fun and then 30 years of “what’s in the refrigerator?”
I love the Rings of Power series!! Excellent job standing up for yourself. That's one thing that goes right up my you know what, someone encroaching on my camp. I post a sign or two down the road at the nearest turnaround that says, "Campsite Occupied. Please Respect Our Privacy," even though it's only me. I try to create the illusion that there are more than one person in camp. I even have one, for my two-week trip at base camp, that says family reunion lol😊
I am a live for the day girl also. I have been lucky to travel, work hard doing what I enjoyed. But sometimes that would also change my quality of life, faux finishing caused all the tendons in both arms upper and lower have been operated on now and my arm use is not complete. Also an elbow is replaced. So lovin doing something did change life out come for future. I went skydiving with BRUNO. Yes, most of you do not know Bruno, he is a famous dog that skydives and on the cover of time mag. I think 4 times. SO live and enjoy and adapt as needed. I have lived in my RV but want to do van life. So thank you so much. Due to being able to not work normal I am starting with no money. So thank you, your path is really helping me figure out that there is a way even at 64 and living in another country than where I was born.
Loved this! I would go the 70 route. I've already been living that life lately. I have my moments I wish to be more adventurous, do something more fun. For the most part I'm content. I'm am trying to move forward in my life, Lord willing, I'm 60. I love the adventure life if I could live it as I did some years back. Life in USA presently , I'm living it one day at a time. You have your van looking so comfy cozy. I'm currently living somewhere I can't make the room my own, so I'm looking forward to having a place to call home and make it my own. I don't need anything larger than a room size. That right now is my adventure.
Amanda, I loved your opening sequence with video and music. Being excellent! Frank with your workout, well, maybe renamed Frank-workout dog. LOL Sorry you had to deal with that Askhole jerk. You strength is shown by your actions and your ability to deflect stupidity with wit. You are stronger than the other people who may not have your expertise but have given your stories and experiences freely! Bless you.🎉❤😅
Absolutely quality over quantity…every time!! Beautiful intro, music, and drone work. ❤️ flossy picked out a wonderful top for you. You look great in it.
Another excellent video, Amanda, love how you and Frank started your day in the sun. Your jumper looks great on you, looks so comfy, Flossy is the best!! Such beautiful photography and the music is excellent. Sounds like you handled the situation very well, kudos to you, must've been very uncomfortable. Love to you both, thanks for sharing your life.
I loved this vlog so much. I have heard lately how much Kampoops and area have changed glad you and Frank are safe. Love your joy over the purple potatoes and a simple meal. I will always follow where you go. Stay safe.
Amanda, you are a beautiful soul. Thank you for sharing your life - the good and the bad. I love Brian's new set up and his area and where you were at are very similar in the flora. Waking up after a rain in high elevation desert are the best mornings! Grab some of that silver sage and put it in your potatoes next time - chef's kiss. As for the incident with the other nomad - I get it. Glad you could get that resolved and it is very rare to have those confrontations.
You handled that other camper well; at least you went to see him early in the situation; some people don't think too well, if they park near the only other camper around; not to mention partially blocking off your exit route. Cheers.
WELCOME BACK GIRL! I, for one have MISSED YOU N FRANK. Im 100% with you on taking Whatever time you need to stay centered or grounded But i Do miss you n your videos in those off times. WONDERFUL,Gorgeous Wilderness n you n Frank! LOVE YOU N FRANK.
I just returned from a 4 month Solo Van Nomad trip ..Alaska and Northern British Columbia…I love BC and plan to return next Spring..My Winter months will be spent in the American Southwest following my stint in the NW pacific coast. Nice videography.
my fav LMNT combo is grapefruit and mango chili. when you were happily laying by the little river, i was thinking i never could have done that, because i'd be thinking the whole time some creep would come out of the woods. i admire your courage! i'm glad you worked things out with the intruder. i would have packed up and left in a panic.
Thank you for sharing that experience. I bet that took a lot for you to stand up for yourself in that situation, especially alone out there. Also i loved watching your genuine love and appreciation for those potatoes and a good meal, it made me smile:)
Gosh it’s good to have you and Frank back :) another cool video, the drone footage of gorgeous Canada 🇨🇦😍 , great music and I now want pan fried potatoes but is breakfast here in Australia and I ran out of gas so I’m boiling eggs in my airfryer but I’d rather vanlife than be in a house everyday even the worst. Quality over quantity every time. My dad has dementia and I cared for him for 4 years prior to him going into a care home and the start of my vanlife. I never want to end up in a care home ever, and plan to live out my days traveling in my van. It wasn’t seeing my dad in care, but rather I’ve felt this way since I can remember. My dad is non-verbal, can’t walk and has to drink his food - imo that’s not quality of life. Once I lose the ability to look after myself I don’t want to be here. I’m glad you brought up the topic of death because it seems to be such a taboo topic and I hope euthanasia was an option.
Been offline for some time but happy to be back and see you Amanda .. you looking fantastic! Great video as always.. love the new look your hair is just beautiful
Wonderful intro. What difference in scenery from where your parked and the valley with the stream. Like your new jumpsuit. It looks really good on you. Dinner sounds really good. So happy you're ok and safe. 😊
Hi, Amanda, love your channel and of course precious Frank. I also watch a channel featuring an American who has moved to Germany. She said that one of the hardest things she had to get used to was the way that total strangers, Germans, would come up to her and bluntly state their opinions about everything from the way she was dressed to how she was living her life. All that to say, I'm thinking, and hoping, that that guy respected you more because of the way you spoke to him, directly and honestly. But, still a scary situation! Please be safe out there!!
Hello Amanda , I just wanted to say that I agree 100% on everything you said at the end of your video I’m so proud of you that you took a stand for yourself as a woman. I don’t understand this world anymore. It just seems that people are just so rude in general. It’s all me me me and they don’t care about anyone else. I know there’s still some good people out there and I hope that both you and I come across them in our travels, wishing you and Frank the best💜💜
57 years doing what I had to do, now 64 and doing what I want to do. Have Solo Traveled many places. Many modes, I wouldn't trade it for the first 57 again. I so appreciate your content. Thank you.
Hey Amanda, that’s a beautiful spot you guys were at and what happened at the end with that guy showing up and invading your space that’s scary and yes you were there first there’s plenty of other spaces for him to go and then blocking you and all those things you said, I agree with absolutely I’m happy that he calmed down and realize hopefully that he was wrong and he moved on but I would’ve been so scared and terrified. I’m glad you’re OK and everything worked out and the Mom in me says be safe and stay warm 🇺🇸♥️🙏👍🏔️🚐🇨🇦
Cute jumper! Before I forget to mention it, there’s a real hobbit hole in Bremerton at Brothers Greenhouses. If you take the coast south you might not go through there though.
I know exactly what you mean as a single female camping. I think some people just don't understand it. But some people like to camp near others for reasons we might not know. And when it's a public spice they can park in the same place as others. But yes it's always courteous and polite to ask the people that are their first if they mind you parking there too.And sometimes it's just better to leave if you get a funny feeling.
I'm 62 and I just beat cancer and I am very purposeful in everything I do now. Living life over 7 years in my minivan has new meaning now. Life is beautiful! Have an amazing day!
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Congratulations! And continued good times on the road 🤗
Are u in the States or in Canada or somewhere else? I’m in the states and thinking about this life but it’s a bit harder in the USA than in Canada I’m finding, ☹️
@@dallastrujillo7286 I'm in the US... I've been living vanlife for over 4 years now and haven't had any issues..
Beat cancer? What is that!?!? I have been “living with cancer“ for 17 years now…that too is grand! 😘
The opening minute is a very effective match of the music to the changing scenes. Bravo !
Thank you so much Mike! It took about 2 hours to put together that 1 minute of video, so I really appreciate your observation ✨
Someone did that to my family. We were camped at a single site on a river feeding a huge lake. Hundreds of miles of shoreline with multiple unoccupied campsites and they had to park up right next to us, I was baffled but husband said they're so used to being up each others butts in more urban areas that it likely didn't even occur to them, and it was a well known good fishing spot. Then they cooked their catch and left the fish remains littered about on shore with us in our tents (in grizzly country I might add) and then anchored off shore in their boat to sleep.... I beg you're finest effing pardon? They did not just do that! I had to clear away their mess and walk it well away from camp in order to keep my kids safe from being bear snacks. Sometimes I really dislike people.
I totally get that. I live intentionally in a rural area and it never ceases to amaze me that people will almost always chose to build their homes RIGHT ON TOP of the other rural homes in the area. I had to purchase 100 acres just so I could build my house smack in the middle so no matter how much they want to they cannot build their ‘ranch’ (yes! They call their one acre of land that they stuff too many farm animals on (which is another sad story) a ranch!) I live in a rural area for a reason! Why do you think I would be so excited to have your way to big of a house crammed up my a$$?! Humans never cease to amaze me
I cannot understand how you don’t have hundreds of thousands of subscribers. Not only is your videography stellar, but your content is very interesting and insightful. It doesn’t hurt that Frank is an absolute gem as well. Best wishes for the best quality life you can live!
@@Pam-R290 thank you so much 🫶🏻 that is very kind of you to say.
Agreed she's a fantastic cc
I agree 100% Amanda's awesome and so is Frankie.
1. I love that you do a little happy dance when you eat your meal as I do the same 😊 2. So weird of that dude to crowd you when there's soooooo much space there. 3. I SO miss boondocking out west....here in southwestern Ontario it's all private land and strict by-laws 😢
Agree! Always thought provoking, interesting, beautiful content plus Frank❤
Beautiful Okanagan Valley Indigenous plants. You're in a foragers heaven 🙂
I'm so glad you took up space with that guy. Sometimes people have such a lack of awareness; it's brave to confront those who impose on us.
I know they are everywhere but be careful in the Kamloops area back country, there are a few weirdos kickin around that can get very weird.
Great story for a woman being brave. Very scary to face him about blocking your exit & how you were able to resolve 5he issue. Stay safe!❤️
I live in sagebrush country. I never get tired of the smell. Pick a sprig, crush it and put it on your dash! Beautiful shots of scenery, trees, and sky. Thank you. I enjoyed this video so much.❤❤
I have sagebrush in my California native garden mostly so I can run my hands through it and smell it. The color is lovely, too.
I will definitely do that next time I see Sage. It’ll be a nice smell to keep around until Lilac season returns
I'm 69 years old, so that can tell you how long I've been around. In my early adult life, I was a free spirit. I did crazy stuff. I had fun. Now, I am enjoying life in a different way. I never thought that in my retirement life, I would have become a prepper, gardener, and homesteader. We live in uncertain times. I don't live in fear because my eternal home is in heaven. While my husband has health issues, it has held me back from some things, but I am never bored. My gardening and creative side keeps me content. What matters most in life is having good health, and at 69, I am blessed with great health, and what you do to keep your good health is what's important.
Great video Amanda, Mahalo for sharing. BTW, reference that guy. Video them and post it. It's a small community and we run into the same people all the time. We'll take it from there.
I worked 37 years as an RN. About half of that in acute care. Taking care of obviously terminal patients who were being kept alive bothered me. Well, let's just say it made me think. I was definitely a quality over quantity person. Now I'm 67 and disabled with autoimmune. I am much less independent that I was and have to adjust my expectations. But, I'm enjoying my extended family....the children and am about to become a grandma for the first and only time. Life can offer wonders at every stage. I'm inclined to allow death to come naturally and peacefully though. Wonderful video Amanda. You look really well.
And that's why I wear a DNR bracelet. If the man calls, Im going. ❤
Thank you for your service. Aloha, Mahalo for sharing.
@@SoloHiker1 I need that bracelet too.
Congratulations on becoming a grandmother for the first time. I have a similar medical situation and have lived in Mexico the past 4 years but am flying home in a few days to spend the last trimester with my daughter and help her prepare for her 1st child. Im soooo blessed that she's chosen me to keep my granddaughter when she returns to work. I'll definitely miss eating out every single day but it'll be worth it.
I agree as an RN for 45 years. Quality over quantity for sure.
Amanda, I’m so glad you’re OK and I admire you for standing up to this person. I have to admit I do worry about you at times but I pray for you too. Love you..❤
Thank you ☺️
It's been a while, maybe a couple of years, since I last saw your videos. I thought about you yesterday and today, on this new-ish account, your channel was recommended. The universe is something else!
Glad to see Frank is still keeping you company.
This week will make one year of my being a solo van dweller. It's been about 25 years since I was last without furry companions. They kept me sane.
Hi Amanda, I’ve been following you for 3 years now, and because of you, I was inspired to do a cross country drive in 2021. I retired from my nursing career after 36 years, and jumped into my suv, drove from my home in LA, headed north towards BC, with my final destination in Niagara Falls, Ontario to visit my family and stay with my elderly mother for 4 months.
I made several stops along the way to see my high school friends, as well as camp out in provincial parks . Having lived in Toronto for 3 decades, I’ve seen and drove to the east coast provinces, so this time I got the opportunity to drive from the west coast, through the Canadian Rockies, the prairie and can now say I’ve seen all the 5 Great Lakes!
I’ve been asked how I managed to do this solo, and was I not scared. Well I highly recommend this, it’s the most liberating, most exciting , most memorable time in my life that seeing the beautiful sceneries out there, being in the wilderness,there’s no room for fear!
I’m not done with the adventure…I want to do this again as there’s so much more to see!
You're right that is not ok. I'm glad you're ok❤❤❤
As a female… I’m 64 and love this lifestyle. I realize that others may view me as more vulnerable because I am a women, but Ive seen men much more fearful than I have ever been. I don’t engage as you did but I applaud your gumption and willingness to hold your own space!!! 🎉 Being female has changed and much of that is our own expectations. Congrats sister! 🦌🌳
The intro and arial photography is History Channel worthy. You do amazing photography work.
Loving this area also & the colors make me feel so peaceful. Love the touch of yellow & your introduction with the drone footage & your choice of pics of scenery & Frank. You’re getting better & better at this. Living your dream is a great blessing. Appreciating each day to the best of your ability is a great state of being alive- truly alive. Thanks for sharing your creative work with us.
Thank you, I appreciate you tuning in 🙏🏼
Oh my!! Two videos this week! How lucky can I get? You are such a breath of fresh air Amanda! Thank you for being you❤
Thank you, it’s my pleasure. Since my head had stopped hurting constantly I’ve been trying to catch up on editing.
Wow Amanda, that had to be a completely stressful situation while dealing with obviously an unreasonable person. While alone. As a female. So proud of you for addressing it head on and managing to resolve it. This was a lovely video with great drone footage so thank you. Glad you're ok.
Thank you so much 🙏🏼 in times like that I appreciate that Frank is also protective of me.
I wonder if you asked Frank would you rather have lived a life of adventure with Amanda or been housebound taking a couple of walks a day what he would say.
@tidelinetoalpine - Frank is a gem 💎 how fortunate you found each other 💞
@@jamesirwin2215 100% the adventure and I’m so lucky he’s also getting to grow old even if his mobility is dwindling. He’s a happy guy and loves our life together
The entire video was Beautiful. I thought the agressive predator was going to be a Giant Spider or Rattle snake. Or human. U firymtuantly it was a human.
There are so many scenarios that played it as you walked through the video. Leaving your pack by the River.
My friends, Son and a buddy planned for a year to head across Canada. And a backpacking trip to Alaska.
They had budgeted and purchased all they needed in supplies. They started in Abbotsford bc. Stopped in Hope at the river to cool their feet. As they were in the river , suddenly guys showed up out of no where. They figured they were being watched. The guys were on basic bikes. Grates their full packs and took ogg. They chased afymter them , grabbing their boots , attempting to get the footwear on.
They could see down the highway. The guys were met down the highway but still in view. The thieves, loaded their bikes and the packs in the back of the pick up and were gone.
They never got anything back. They lost all their money. Their DL and passports, all their I'd but all their fear. This was in hope bc.
I get every one want to enjoy the beauty outdoors but reality our society has changed. . Currently there is a young woman missing.
You are putting yourself I'm extreme risk. Old or young men are rapists, and murders. They target and watch who's traveling. Many people are also struggling and take everything. . your beautiful dog is not going to protect you! Predators planned intent. .
One guy kidnapped a woman at a coffee kiosk house drive through set up.
He was married with a child and had a shed set up for his his victims.. Yes, she wasn't the first. The police found he had supplies
In the forest of several areas where he was targeting aattacks. You can verify it. She was Murdered, assaulted for days. Her Dad was there right from the start. Her fiance was only a few minutes late picking her up but she was in the coffee house in a lit parking lot with stores open. She did everything right but this predator got her.
Do not do this to your family and friends who love you.
Extremely danferous in our changed society.
Your a smart lovely lady, stay alive and safe . Just get in the drivers seat and leave don't engage the old guy just get out of of there . Your dog is no protection. He's so so cute and adorable you must protectect him yourself.
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Amanda, thank you for asking this question. I look at life so differently being 60 than I did in my 20’ or 30’s. Of course hind sight is 20/20. I live now in the present and know myself better now and my life is mine to live and I will live it to the fullest. One shot at this life live it.
Well done in handling that situation Frank is such a sweet boy give him a hug from me uk Scotland aberdeen
Thank you 🙏🏼 it was exactly the type of situation I hate to be in.
I'm so impressed with your courage. Too many people have abandoned their manners
BC Sage is truly a great smell, we live 3 hours away from Merritt but go once per year sage picking & fill our bags full & travel back & OMG your whole vehicle smells like it - lovely aroma! Too bad you had to deal with that guy, I would have just left. I wouldn't feel comfortable even after him leaving as he knows your alone now & could have come back during night-much braver than me for sure!
Nature is mother nature's gift to us all, beautiful. Thank you for taking us all along on you journey.
I can’t imagine how stressful that was for you. In the US we have weapons,and I would not have “asked”:that guy to move on. Frank looks like such a great companion. My dog is fearless and she always alerts me to danger, mostly squirrels and rabbits 😁, and anything that does not belong in our area. She is a great partner. Stay safe and happy travels. And TU on your video.
Love ya Amanda & Frank. Thanks for the beautiful nature shots! Peace.
Amanda, i would have been scared. I would have told him hey I was about to leave you block my way, getting out. But I'm so happy you stand your ground. Frank is so cute. Be safe ❤❤
Love how Frank helps you with your workout! 💖
you're such a great communicator amanda. stoked you held your ground and exceptionally took care of yourself and frank. bummer he was imposing. stoked he became more humanly decent and left. continued travel mercies and blessings. 🕊
Glad you and the rude man solved the issue. Sad. Looked like a great place. I watch Brian Offgrid as well. I believe he was on of the first You Tube channels I watched. I loved Sierra so much. Meadow is hilarious and he has his hands full with her but his new camper is awesome. Good to see you and Frank again. Be safe. ❤❤
I might have 20, at most 40 years left in my life. I've been pretty happy for most of my adult life even with a lot of unpleasant things happening, and disability, but mostly I want to see my kid grow up. And I want to travel as best I can, in a van. But I don't want to be 90 and and falling apart. I do a lot, as much as I can. The best thing I've done for quality of life lately was find a great therapist.
The 3 For Sure! Trying right now to get out of the unappreciated ho-hum…you are an inspiration!!
Thank-you
Noticed the very purple theme this share…awesome
That is a sorry entitled dude!
…not awesome!
Thank you ☺️ you’ll get there!
Your old dog is just too sweet and precious. New sub!
@@Sleipnirseight You'll fall in love with both. Wait till you see Frank log fetching.
The most underrated van lifer, thank you for being REAL and being genuine!! I can’t wait to become a full van lifer someday.
I like the colour of your van, it’s very camouflage and blends in well to the surroundings
What a good dog Frank is. And what a great doggie mommy you are Amanda! He makes me smile. ❤
You look great, keep up those workouts I can tell it’s brightened your shen. Glad you spoke up to the intruder. Good job!
We are so blessed with two videos in one week! You spoil us! you are my favourite youtuber.
Thank you! I’m trying to catch up after not being able to edit for a few weeks but I’ve also been filming so much lately it’ll take awhile to get there.
Hey Great intro! Nice drone work.
The life question for me is quality over quantity for sure. Hi Frank👋
Thank you and good choice 💯 Frank says hi back 🐾
Y’all look so cozy watching your show together 💞
We were ☺️ living in a small space makes being cozy easy
Oh my gosh! Loved your amazing audio intro! Good to see you love. Hi Frank ❤
Yeeeeee haw! 🤠 So happy to see a video from you!
Buckle up partner and enjoy 🤠
Not even 5mins into video and i got pause to say ... love the intro music ❤
Saaaaame
Yes very catchy ..similar to.the twilight zone entro
Thank you so much 😊
That guy... I totally have those same feelings when im out camping alone. Really, people figure it out!! He was trying to bully you out of that spot.
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That’s certainly what it felt like 😕
Another great vlog! The music is so good but even better was Franks's happiness while you were excersizng! Stretch, dog kiss, stretch, dog kiss - he was so cute! Also - that situation with the other person would have me feeling the same 100%. So proud of you for addressing it and resolving it. I definitely would have felt threatened too.
Hi Amanda: Your story reminded me of a little hike I took with a friend on the edge of Coney Island Creek, in NYC. We were excitedly finding wild-growing herbs, until we very suddenly realized we were on the verge of a camp. We didn't see anyone; we were actually on city park land, but there was a clearing with a hut buried deep, and fishing lines extended over the banks of the creek. Suddenly I felt my heart beating -- not from fear, but from the very natural sense that we were intruding on someone else's camp. And this was in a heavily settled area! We swung wide away and made our way back to the area where we began. To say that: that person you encountered was probably missing a necessary sensibility, and brava to you both for working it through. I was especially glad to hear that you did not leave.
My favorite part is your laughter throughout because I know you've worked so hard to get here..
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It’s been a while since I’ve been able to check out your channel. I have to say I am loving the new editing style you are doing. Opening by setting the scene with gorgeous drone shots set to inspirational music is so very effective. I’ve always loved the direct and honest way you communicate with your audience and am glad to see a harmonious balance between the two. Also I find watching you cook and talk about food very interesting. I love that you keep it simple - not just in cooking but in living. ☮️
I have a vanlife channel i have watched for years. Yours popped up a while ago and I really like the Tideline to Alpine concept. But I have been busy and forgot about it.
Funny thing is this video popped up in my feed along with one about a hobbit van.
I chose this one and you are wearing your hobbit jumper saying you need a hobbit hole!
I like your technical talent and fearlessness to be on yt.
Love your focus on flowers.
The drone shot showed the magnificent beauty of that hidden valley, lucky you!
I have subscribed to your channel but not able to view every upload due to time constraints. I like to sleep😄
If you ever check out other vanlife channels, I recommend
On the Wildside with a young couple from England, I think. They are touring Europe and they have a van build worth checking out.
I just found that channel this month. Now I see that you have been living fulltime vanlife for 10 years and wonder why your channel has not come up in my feed very much. Perhaps there are too many and I don't scroll enough?
Best wishes, Amanda!
What a great question! If you had asked me that question 30 years ago I would have had a completely different answer. Now that I’m 65 years old my perspective has changed. Looking in the face of ones own mortality will definitely change their perspective. I still long for big adventures, but I’m also extremely content being alone and quiet inside the confines of my RV home.
Wow. (I'm not alone in Wows, I see).... so much amazing you've shared in this one. Really noticing the music, and how you dovetail drone footage with music into natural sounds. You take us in close, and let us see the views from far away. You asked an amazing question, too... 5 days of meh, or 3 days of amazing (50 years / 30 years) - I can unpack that in several ways. Yes, I'd love the amazing, and that's the goal. But I also feel there's a way to have amazing within the ordinary, if I remember to look. So maybe the trick is remembering to look, too? Finally, I'm so glad you shared the tale of the unusual interaction with the German fellow. While I have a minute's worth of experience overnighting in my van outside of paid-for camp spots, it's still really new to me. I like being reminded of the simple etiquette. But more important for me, is learning that sometimes it can be helpful to do the hard thing of conversation and de-escalation on that edge of discomfort to get to a better result. I'm glad that worked out! Love the jumper and the purple potatoes too!!!
Thank you ☺️ and I totally agree with remembering to look and appreciate the ordinary. No amount of time can ever be guaranteed which is why it’s so important to do both, create the amazing and enjoy the ordinary.
I love you guys (Frank!) sharing your lives and travels.
You’re so brave being out there exploring in your own! I spent a year doing the same in my early 20’s with a friend, but it’s nice to be on your own so you can do what you want to. You always have the prettiest scenery. Love your hair!
Good for you for standing your ground AND seeking to be understood
I planted sagebrush in my Native California garden just for the smell, and maybe a little for the color and texture. But I love rubbing my hands through it and smelling them.
I loved this vid. Scary times will happen. Glad you handled it in a calm but firm manner. Hugs to Frank. You are awesome!
I like this question. This is a really good question. I honestly think it’s possible to do both. 30 years balls to the wall awesome fun and then 30 years of “what’s in the refrigerator?”
I love the Rings of Power series!! Excellent job standing up for yourself. That's one thing that goes right up my you know what, someone encroaching on my camp. I post a sign or two down the road at the nearest turnaround that says, "Campsite Occupied. Please Respect Our Privacy," even though it's only me. I try to create the illusion that there are more than one person in camp. I even have one, for my two-week trip at base camp, that says family reunion lol😊
I am a live for the day girl also. I have been lucky to travel, work hard doing what I enjoyed. But sometimes that would also change my quality of life, faux finishing caused all the tendons in both arms upper and lower have been operated on now and my arm use is not complete. Also an elbow is replaced. So lovin doing something did change life out come for future. I went skydiving with BRUNO. Yes, most of you do not know Bruno, he is a famous dog that skydives and on the cover of time mag. I think 4 times. SO live and enjoy and adapt as needed. I have lived in my RV but want to do van life. So thank you so much. Due to being able to not work normal I am starting with no money. So thank you, your path is really helping me figure out that there is a way even at 64 and living in another country than where I was born.
Love the scenery. Enjoy your cooking. Grateful re: a good resolution worked out of a probematic situation. Good job.
Loved this! I would go the 70 route. I've already been living that life lately. I have my moments I wish to be more adventurous, do something more fun. For the most part I'm content. I'm am trying to move forward in my life, Lord willing, I'm 60. I love the adventure life if I could live it as I did some years back. Life in USA presently , I'm living it one day at a time. You have your van looking so comfy cozy. I'm currently living somewhere I can't make the room my own, so I'm looking forward to having a place to call home and make it my own. I don't need anything larger than a room size. That right now is my adventure.
Amanda, I loved your opening sequence with video and music. Being excellent! Frank with your workout, well, maybe renamed Frank-workout dog. LOL
Sorry you had to deal with that Askhole jerk. You strength is shown by your actions and your ability to deflect stupidity with wit. You are stronger than the other people who may not have your expertise but have given your stories and experiences freely! Bless you.🎉❤😅
More like Frank-workout-interrupter dog 😂
Absolutely quality over quantity…every time!! Beautiful intro, music, and drone work. ❤️ flossy picked out a wonderful top for you. You look great in it.
I absolutely love the contrasting colours (purple/olive) of your bus ❤
Another excellent video, Amanda, love how you and Frank started your day in the sun. Your jumper looks great on you, looks so comfy, Flossy is the best!! Such beautiful photography and the music is excellent. Sounds like you handled the situation very well, kudos to you, must've been very uncomfortable. Love to you both, thanks for sharing your life.
I'm actually in your neck of the woods on Vancouver Island until Sunday afternoon!
I hope you have a great time! As you will learn in the next video I am nowhere near there…
Looking forward to seeing where your next adventure has taken you! Safe travels!
Quality over quantity every time! Absolutely.
Your drone footage is amazing. So well done.
I loved this vlog so much. I have heard lately how much Kampoops and area have changed glad you and Frank are safe. Love your joy over the purple potatoes and a simple meal. I will always follow where you go. Stay safe.
Unfortunately a lot of BC has changed in recent years, and not for the better 🥺
Sad...@@tidelinetoalpine
Girl that was brave. Stay safe.❤
Amanda, you are a beautiful soul. Thank you for sharing your life - the good and the bad. I love Brian's new set up and his area and where you were at are very similar in the flora. Waking up after a rain in high elevation desert are the best mornings! Grab some of that silver sage and put it in your potatoes next time - chef's kiss. As for the incident with the other nomad - I get it. Glad you could get that resolved and it is very rare to have those confrontations.
You handled that other camper well; at least you went to see him early in the situation; some people don't think too well, if they park near the only other camper around; not to mention partially blocking off your exit route. Cheers.
WELCOME BACK GIRL! I, for one have MISSED YOU N FRANK. Im 100% with you on taking Whatever time you need to stay centered or grounded But i Do miss you n your videos in those off times. WONDERFUL,Gorgeous Wilderness n you n Frank! LOVE YOU N FRANK.
I vote for 3 spectacular days. That is why I love travel so much. Good question.
You creat beautiful hiking videos and I so respect how you enjoy your life and let Frank enjoy his. Thank you and stay safe.
I just returned from a 4 month Solo Van Nomad trip ..Alaska and Northern British Columbia…I love BC and plan to return next Spring..My Winter months will be spent in the American Southwest following my stint in the NW pacific coast. Nice videography.
my fav LMNT combo is grapefruit and mango chili. when you were happily laying by the little river, i was thinking i never could have done that, because i'd be thinking the whole time some creep would come out of the woods. i admire your courage! i'm glad you worked things out with the intruder. i would have packed up and left in a panic.
Thank you for sharing that experience. I bet that took a lot for you to stand up for yourself in that situation, especially alone out there. Also i loved watching your genuine love and appreciation for those potatoes and a good meal, it made me smile:)
I think I saw your van a while ago! Now I have found your vlog, yay!
Cool! And welcome 🤗
Beautiful video. Filming, editing, music and camera framing along with the drone. Beautiful.
Gosh it’s good to have you and Frank back :) another cool video, the drone footage of gorgeous Canada 🇨🇦😍 , great music and I now want pan fried potatoes but is breakfast here in Australia and I ran out of gas so I’m boiling eggs in my airfryer but I’d rather vanlife than be in a house everyday even the worst. Quality over quantity every time. My dad has dementia and I cared for him for 4 years prior to him going into a care home and the start of my vanlife. I never want to end up in a care home ever, and plan to live out my days traveling in my van. It wasn’t seeing my dad in care, but rather I’ve felt this way since I can remember. My dad is non-verbal, can’t walk and has to drink his food - imo that’s not quality of life. Once I lose the ability to look after myself I don’t want to be here. I’m glad you brought up the topic of death because it seems to be such a taboo topic and I hope euthanasia was an option.
Been offline for some time but happy to be back and see you Amanda .. you looking fantastic! Great video as always.. love the new look your hair is just beautiful
Wonderful intro. What difference in scenery from where your parked and the valley with the stream. Like your new jumpsuit. It looks really good on you. Dinner sounds really good. So happy you're ok and safe. 😊
Hi, Amanda, love your channel and of course precious Frank. I also watch a channel featuring an American who has moved to Germany. She said that one of the hardest things she had to get used to was the way that total strangers, Germans, would come up to her and bluntly state their opinions about everything from the way she was dressed to how she was living her life. All that to say, I'm thinking, and hoping, that that guy respected you more because of the way you spoke to him, directly and honestly. But, still a scary situation! Please be safe out there!!
Hello Amanda , I just wanted to say that I agree 100% on everything you said at the end of your video I’m so proud of you that you took a stand for yourself as a woman. I don’t understand this world anymore. It just seems that people are just so rude in general. It’s all me me me and they don’t care about anyone else. I know there’s still some good people out there and I hope that both you and I come across them in our travels, wishing you and Frank the best💜💜
57 years doing what I had to do, now 64 and doing what I want to do. Have Solo Traveled many places. Many modes, I wouldn't trade it for the first 57 again. I so appreciate your content. Thank you.
Frank says you are doing a great workout!!
Just found your channel. Gotout sent me here!
I'm glad you shared that story. I'm glad you're okay. That was stressful. 😮 People can be so rude.
Thanks Amanda,Love watching you and Frank and yes keep safe on your beautiful journey ❤❤❤🫖
Hey Amanda, that’s a beautiful spot you guys were at and what happened at the end with that guy showing up and invading your space that’s scary and yes you were there first there’s plenty of other spaces for him to go and then blocking you and all those things you said, I agree with absolutely I’m happy that he calmed down and realize hopefully that he was wrong and he moved on but I would’ve been so scared and terrified. I’m glad you’re OK and everything worked out and the Mom in me says be safe and stay warm 🇺🇸♥️🙏👍🏔️🚐🇨🇦
Omg Amanda!! Everything was soooooo beautiful! I wanted to be there huddled down on the green grass between the trees. Fantastic place to be.
Hey, Amanda! Quality for sure.😋 How intrusive of that man!
Scenery is gorgeous, I also love the close ups of the plants and flowers, they are different than here in Pennsylvania ❣️
Cute jumper! Before I forget to mention it, there’s a real hobbit hole in Bremerton at Brothers Greenhouses. If you take the coast south you might not go through there though.
Those purple potatoes looks good🥔
I know exactly what you mean as a single female camping. I think some people just don't understand it. But some people like to camp near others for reasons we might not know. And when it's a public spice they can park in the same place as others. But yes it's always courteous and polite to ask the people that are their first if they mind you parking there too.And sometimes it's just better to leave if you get a funny feeling.
Wow, what a stunning video ♡ thank you for sharing and stay safe ♡