IT FEELS GOOD TO BE BACK! | Vanlife Travel - That was a Let Down
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- Опубликовано: 13 сен 2024
- Moving back into the tiny home on wheels felt so good but still held it's fair share of challenges, plus I had to make another long haul trip to get a pain in the.....back removed.
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My name is Matthew and I live in a van. I lost my job due to "cut backs" from the pandemic of 2020 and decided to seriously restructure my life. I am also a single dad who needed to find a solution that would allow me to remain in my daughter's life and plan for her future. After tons of research into #vanlife, I knew it was for me.
From March 2021 until October 2021 I spent my days building out my Chevrolet Express 2500, which came to be known as "Lucky" and as of October 18, 2021 I have been living in Lucky full time.
The build was done with almost no experience on my end and I used the one incredible tool I had at my disposal - the internet - to learn what I needed to build Lucky into a very comfortable tiny home.
I have always had a bit of a passion for being in front of the camera and really enjoy capturing the world around us. This really played into how I was feeling after almost a year of working from home when I "commuted" from the bedroom to the couch. I was starting to feel extremely unhealthy, unmotivated and despondent. I HATED that, and that's not a word I like to throw around. This new lifestyle gives me opportunities I just didn't have before and I am so excited to be able to share it all with you.
I truly believe we all have the capabilities to turn our lives around, should we choose to do so - and if I can inspire you to shoot for something better then I have done a decent job and that will keep me going.
There is more to life than the consume, consume, spend, spend lifestyle I feel we have all been conditioned to follow and I just want to do the best I can for myself first and foremost. Our time is limited and I do not want to waste another second on a lifestyle that doesn't bring me joy!
Be Happy, Be Creative, Be Yourself and BE POSITIVE!
Before I say anything and wipe my happy tears away. I think I can speak for hundreds Matthew Allen is back and better than ever. All those positive thoughts and prayers paid off. You mister are a changed man. I am so happy that you are feeling so much better. It is Chris btw if you were curious. Glad you are getting back to normal.
Thank you Chris!
Penny is the perfect Co Pilot.
That little head poking around the corner…..so cute! Love hearing Penny’s little meow! 💜🐈💜
It warms my heart to see the old Matthew back. So happy you are healing so well. I can’t lie, brought tears to my eyes seeing that beautiful smile once again. Give Penny some extra head scratches, she’s been a real trooper. ❤️❤️
Aww thank you Kim, I’m glad you enjoyed the video
The way Penny's head popped out from behind that cabinet.. 😄She is too funny! Glad to see you back in Lucky and healing
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Glad you liked my gift to you! Hope you did get my super sticker ok. If not let me know right away! When you talked about missing Brooklyn on your last vlog, it pulled on my heart strings. I’m hoping you and Brooklyn can keep that chemistry going forever! Your 1 amazing dad! The rubberneck Capitol of the world is Colorado! That’s where I’m from, now living in Texas. Did you get As always, Stay safe and Stay Warm! Take care buddy!
Your pug is so cute 😄
@@ketoauntie7301 thanks that’s Ruby my first she died in 2019 of a heart attack. Have another one tan color his name is Rocky
That was a fun video, and it It's wonderful to see you back to your old self and a bit of a spring in your step, Not too much but a bit. Blessings keep it new and prayers looking forward to the winter adventures.❤
@@danielellington8407 You should be a picture up of other Pug.
Glad everything went well for you Matthew. Take it easy and don't overdo it.
I'm happy you had a safe trip. You have the best little co-pilot. 😺🐾🧡
Welcome back Matthew and Penny we missed you so much.Much love to ya both.
So glad to see you starting to feel better, congrats on a hopefully fast recovery.
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So glad you are feeling better mate. Your Penny is adorable and so glad you have loving supportive friends like Amber and your family that were there for you bro. And of course the beautiful Miss Tubbers aka Penny 👍🏼❤️
Hi Matthew, such a relief getting those staples out isn’t it? Now you can start getting limbered up (hopefully without pain) and hit that pool with B🥰💞😘🍀🏴☠️
So happy to see you feeling much better. Welcome home! Cheers! Love seeing you so happy!
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Ah, my Wednesday is 1 thousand times better now. Thank you Matthew!
Oh, it is so good to see our Matthew back feeling well.
Omg! when Penny poked her little face out to see if you were really going to start without her. 🤣😅😂
So glad to see you moving about relatively pain free! Welcome back , both you and Penny! Upward and onward......
Hey U, Matthew (& PRETTY Penny)!👋. This was a FUN road trip, your powering thru this experience LIKE A CHAMP!💪. What a FUNNY nose flower sticker😂😆🤭 ... HILARIOUS! Looks like Lucky needs a few screws in her spine also!😳👀. What a BLAST Matthew, LUV those Dad / Cat conversations!🧡🐱. Continue to take care, rest, relax, stay safe & God bless you!👍🤗💖😇
🍻 Cheers!👍🤗💖😇
"It's been a while"... That's what HE said. 🤣
Good to see you and Penny back in the van,doing what you love😊
So happy to see you in better spirits and moving easier. Just continue taking it slow.
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Matthew, youve been in my prayers. Much love my friend!
Matthew. You are as cute as flower on a nose! Lol ❤
Love the “Surgery’s over, staples are out, and we’re heading back to Calgary, baby!” music!
Matthew, what a fabulous video. Penny is such a cutie...she's not letting you go anywhere without her! When I saw her little head pop out from the bed as they key went in the ignition, I had a giggle. I'm excited to see you settling back into your home. Must be such a great relief. Excited for Friday's finale as well. Sleep well now you are back home and all is well with the world...well, kind of.
And its soooo good to see you..❤😊
Well you sure sound better than you’ve sounded in a year. Congratulations on a speedy recovery. It still takes time for flesh & bone to heal but you’re doing great. Be safe. Glad you took a break from driving. Smart move. ❤
The old Matthew is back! I'm very happy you are feeling much better. Hugs 🇨🇱
Penny says I'm your navigstor...I must take my place at the window 😸
So good to see some color in your cheeks and a wee spring in your step 👍
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Aaahhh back to hilarity.....very refreshing and very needed 😊
It is so wonderful to see the "Matthew we know and love" back large and in charge! 😀
Tally Freaking HO!
glad to see that smiling face again on the road to recovery try not to overdue it ok gentle hugs Matt and Penny
Good to see you doing better Matthew!!
AAnnnndddd……he’s back in the game!!!!! Good to see you maneuvering around a gazillion times better. Stay awesome Matthew!! Love you!!❤️❤️❤️
Wow, so proud that you're slowly improving. Matt is back I tell ya. Penny, take care of dad.
Good to see you back in your van Matthew! Hope it’s not long before you can pick up your baby girl. ❤
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So good to see most of the pain gone and the discomfort reduced with the staples out as well!. It is hard to see anyone in pain but good to see that pain taking a flying leap! Stay warm!
HEY! Hello Matt and Penny!!! Thumbs UP!!
When my mom had her back surgery a few years ago they told her although the skin outside heals the inside takes a lil longer. Give yourself grace while healing from the outside in and i wish you a speedy recovery. Its temporary pain good luck
Welcome back matt and im glad you are doing very well
Matt, so great to see you up and about doing what you love😊 Glad to see your smile. May God continues to bless you and kitty with good health and safe travels ❤🤗🙏
It’s good to have the ol’ Matthew back! 😊 I’m sure it will be smooth sailing from here on. ❤
You did so well on your trip there and back home..so smart taken the rest stops..you will really be on the mend now. I miss Taco Time.. Penny has such beautiful colors..she is a gorgeous cat. Waiting for your next update.😊😊
Just wait until the Dr says you can start swimming. It will feel like heaven
Matthew, you are looking so much better in this video. I know you are feeling better, thank goodness!
I remember when they took my staples out from my 2 knee replacement scars! I thought they would hurt but they didn’t hurt at all.
Happy days!
Hey, glad to see you doing so well!
I'm glad you're back home in lucky and feeling better , Penny also looked content and happy to be back home in lucky 😀
Good evening Matthew and Penny.
Good to hear everything has healed like it should. Penny is precious.
Hope you are feeling better, Mathew!
Nothing feels better after a long difficult journey than to just be at home. Happy for you ✌️
Opps.... That is what I get for adding comments while watching, instead of waiting till the end.
Penny so cute peaking around the corner. She is cute and quite the talker. She has a nice bed on your dash. I have a cat but no van. Cats are great company. Good you are getting yourself back to your normal life.
Glad you are back! Quality Content, for sure! Your musical scoring just keeps getting better and better!
It is nice to see you back in your home. Overload of cuteness Penny.
Sending healing energies 🤗🤗
Oh my goodness look at you go with all the subscribers lately Matthew. AWESOME.
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OH my, every time I park at a parking lot and there are hundreds of empty parking stalls, someone always, always parks next to me and it’s always a big SUV or Truck! People, you need to stop it!
So very happy to see you feeling better! I penny is adorable as always ❤ thanks for sharing 😊
Don't know why I found your channel, but I am glad. You are a good man and you have the best first name! And Penny is the cutest kitty and that meow is precious. I am starting van life in a few weeks down in Florida. Keep going.
I’m glad too! Welcome to the channel and thank you for the sub
Yay !! Matthew love seeing you feeling better! You and Penny back at it!! 🥰Two years flew by fast ! Thank you for all your quality content! 🤩
Glad to see you recovering well buddy
Matt, so glad that you are feeling better. Kisses for Penny 💋 ❤❤
I'm glad everything went well. I pray for your speedy recovery. 🙏🙏
The music heading to walmart...lolololol🤣
Yep. It was perfect.
Thanks for keeping us up to date. Hope you are feeling much better. Hope the pain stays away. Looking forward to Friday.
So nice to see you feeling more positive and your usual funny self. Its journey i know but im wishing you well xx💙
Happy you are on the mend, hugs for you and your adorable furbaby. ❤
Hi Matt, great to see you so happy and relaxed. Greetings from Australia
So happy you’re back in the drivers seat Mathew !! Onward and tallyho to your next adventure !!
So glad to see you are getting better! ❤❤❤
Hello Matthew, so good you staying positive and cheerful.
Glad to see you up and about! You seem to be in much better spirits. ❤
So nice to see you back with us!!
Home Sweet Home ❤️
You sure did very well driving yourself on that 3 hour drive to-&-back from Edmonton. I was worried your pain meds would cause some drowsiness for you. Positive thoughts for continued uneventful healing 😄🙏
You missing Walmart gave me a smile. Happy to see you doing a lot better matt. ❤
It makes me smile knowing you’re coming back Cat Man!
So lovely seeing you looking and feeling a tad better. Hope your visit to Edmonton was uneventful! ❤️from Edmonton!
So glad your in the mend. God bless.
Glad your recovery is coming along. YOu may or may not know this.... There is a hidden candy store in Red Deer's Gasoline Alley. It is inside the "On The Run" convenience store. It is easier to access when traveling to Calgary.
Ohh I am so happy to see you feeling better..🐢🐕🌊🌞🌺🌙💜✌️🌈✨🐕🐢
Matthew, I was trying to remember who your sense of humor reminds me of, and then it came to me--Jim Carey, the Movie star. I know you are a movie buff, so you probably know of him. I love your sense of humor, which is why I enjoy your channel so very much. Safe travels to you and Penny.
You are too funny Matthew!
Flower 🌺 sticker on tip of your nose. LoL
Glad to see you in better spirits!
Congratulations Matthew! So happy that your surgical recovery is going so smoothly. Onward to 2024🎉
You can see a boost of pep in your tempo! It's great to see you up & around possibly back pain free indefinitely sir! 😊
Yaaaaa! You have made me very happy today to see that big smile and quirky humor..hehe Onward and Upward to the next chapter..:D Penny also looks very happy to be back home..:D
You are looking more lively and more yourself already. You’ll be lifting Miss B into your arms before you know it. Well done 👏
Always good to see you. You played some nice music quite a while ago, trouble with RUclips for no reason etc. Wear a nice set of headphones, crank up the volume and enjoy this bit of content... Steve Rach Woods. Wild deer recovery, Motu 2013.
Penny is so precious ❤️
Hey Matthew awesome to see you feeling better... All the best my friend from Nova Scotia
Delighted to see you feeling better! Made my night.
Hi Mathew came across your channel a couple of days ago so i subcribed i recently had shoulder surgery 6 months to recover im glad you are doing well from Queensland Australia ❤
Welcome to the channel and thank you for the sub!
So happy to see you up and at it again Matthew! Definitely brought a smile to my face. 😊
and another Dan living on Heritage street in the maritimes! Love you videos Matthew
So glad things are looking up!
Having had cancer treatment in my “nether regions” I really appreciate a proper cushion that supports the lumbar - feel ya bro! Positioning is key :)
Are they those egg crate type cushions similar to what's inside the purple mattress?
Made with some type of silicone material?
I'm thinking about getting a similar thing for my wife (desk job g long commute train)
@@ricebike Benazcap Large Memory Seat Cushion for the Van & KingPavonini Large Seat Memory Foam for inside the house from Amazon are the ones I have
Matthew, it's good to see you back. I'm glad you're feeling so much better. Sending you love and well wishes from South Carolina.
Good to see you on this other side of surgery! You’ll be doing jumping jacks in no time, which I’d like you to film. 😈
So pleased everything is going well for you regarding your back Matthew xxxx
Well if your putting those items in storage you must be doing awesome.❤❤