Tour of a Solo Woman Stealth Parking in a Minivan | No-Build Van Life
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- Опубликовано: 21 ноя 2019
- Today we meet Dawn who lives and works in San Francisco, and like so many others there, she found she simply could not afford to pay the incredibly high cost of housing, what to do? She searched RUclips and found out that living and stealth parking in her vehicle could work, even in San Francisco.
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She seems very happy. Lots of miserable people in the world and she is a joy.
I would be happy too if not paying rent
@@2005dythan Don't pay rent.
She's homeless because she can't afford a place to stay.
@@ianremsburg613 I doubt it. She seems very happy with her job, because she is doing what she wants to do and so is staying in the area even if it means living in a van. She could go live in a cheaper city and do a job that she hates. Then I'm sure she would be miserable. All humans are emotional unless they are dead. Some show it more than others and in different ways.
It looks like it stinks in there.🤢
It’s funny, she looks much happier than anyone I know living in an expensive apartment, condo, or house. I want to have a joy like that, she’s awesome!
“And I’m not paying rent!” *Huge beautiful smile * 😀
She is definitely smarter than people living beyond their means
She's awesome. She's so free and happy. And when she said she's relatively poor, I thought, no you aren't. You're richer than you realise. Amazing :)
As a former San Franciscan I deeply admire and appreciate Dawn for sticking it to overpriced,
self-impressed San Francisco. I love you Dawn & your Spartan way of life.
She is selling this van life!!! I almost want to buy! You have definitely removed a lot of the stigma of living in your car.
Haha, my van is so different now. Thanks Bob.
The Dawn of Vanlife I saw your later videos and what you have done but this is a great reminder of how to begin simple and change based on your experience in the van and as money permits.
Hiya Dawn...do you still have that cot? What brand is it..ive been looking for cots that are that high or close to it for storage..you've come a long way baby, lol👍❤
Not paying rent while working full time is a bautiful beautiful thing. It was the only time in my life i was ahead on my bills and i couls afford anything i needed, or even wanted. I can't say enough good things about van life
Hi Dawn. Love your channel!!!! :)
You are very inspiring Dawn, you have a great attitude.
She's awesome. She's such a positive person.
Dawn is a joy to watch. Love her energy. She seems happy.
"Start paying yourself the rent" well said Bob! And thank you for introducing us to Dawn. She is living in one of the strictest to park cities. Good to see someone make it work where I was born and raised in the bay.
I like Dawn and she has inspired me.
Yep me too👍
@Hippie Style Awesome!
I think she mentioned a couple of times "and I'm not paying rent". That is the motivational statement in this and many other mobile living arrangements. I think that when people realize that they don't need to spend hours every week/month slaving and being humiliated at one or more jobs just in order to turn over their hard-earned income to a landlord, that ends up being very liberating. I am not living in a van myself since I own my home, however, the videos I watch are inspiring and I feel like telling people that we were not born to be slaves of any kind to other people. So we need to stop trying to copy the lives of others that put us in situations that eventually enslave us and our children.
Damn right!
My sister’s boyfriend bought a house he couldn’t afford because he believed that was what he “should “ do. And the real estate agent convinced him he *could* afford it so she could make a bigger commission. He earned a modest living as head of a small school maintenance crew. After a few months of being too broke to pay all his utilities and buy enough food because his mortgage payments were so high, he killed himself. I think about him every time I watch one of Bob’s videos and I’m sure his tragic story is just one of many.
You got that right. Amen. Amen.amen.
@@GOLDVIOLINbowofdeath and then we make a network of landowners who allows us to stay. They only win when you concede defeat to them
I luv her laugh and smile.
Her laugh is contagious huh? Makes me laugh. Dawn and Camper Van Calvin. They both crack up at themselves. Just enjoying life.... Thats freedoom!
Agreed - what a lovely lady. I bet she would be a great radio host.
I follow Dawn. She’s so down to earth and inspirational.
Her face in the end says it all “I’m happy” with a big beautiful smile. When was the last time you thought that way and smiled?
I love this girl’s attitude. So practical and self-reliant. San Francisco should be hiring her to solve their housing problems. She would be a great person to have share her story at the RTR. Great video, Bob!!
I'm sure you mean no harm but she's a grown woman, just like the interviewer is a man, not boy. She's self reliant, hard working, has a great attitude and deserves conscious respectfulness.
Yep you are so right. You go dawn. You go girl. Love you.
This is what actual joy of living looks like! Dawn, you are like a true ray of sunshine beaming through my screen. Just watching you speak and smile has made my day. Thank you 💝
$300 dollar build, that is my style of van life. Sensible lady!
Happy woman living her life by her standards and not by society's. That's the true measure of success ♥️♥️♥️
i did not realize that a mini van could have that much SPACE
Right!
Me either..wow
Many people put full beds in them. staying closer to twin size for your bed can help a lot.
I didnt either. Just take out the seats. Load up.
I just watched this video and after I call my landlord and I'm going to put my 60 day notice
I recommend a minivan for the best stealth parking in a hostile city.
"Experiencing a new environment when I open my door." That is the best of vanlife ❤
She is such a pleasant person...and very positive...I like her.👍👍👍👍👍
Dawn seems like a really good friend of mine whom I just haven't met in person yet. Nice build, and we have a lot of the same elements of our setups!🤗
OMG! I love how free spirit these people are. After 2 years watching and admiring them, I finally bought my Pormaster Oct. 2019. I’m in the middle of converting it now. I hope to meet some of these fine people. 🥰
I wish you the best! Maybe we'll see u in one of Bob's vids! Like your name too. Haha.
CONGRATULATIONS
I just finished converting my promaster it was a lot of work doing it myself but we’ll worth the journey..
Amen. Wish i could be with bob dee carolyn sueann sarah lee etc. Rtr. Group. My finances wnd husband wont let me. Love you all. I pray for you all. So just get out there and do it. Life is to short. You only have one life to live. I would be a nomad if i could. Experience the freedom of freedom. Save the rent money. I cant see making house payments for 30 yrs. Why. Why pay rent for 30 yrs. Well im forced to rent. Ive been locked up in apts. Renting for 47 yrs. I cant stand it. If i omly had a house to sell i would. All the moneys ive spent for 47 stinking yrs. I could of paid cash for everything. Be debt free. But o had no choice. Low paying jobs. Working long hours. Back to backs. All shifts. I was a slave. As everyone is in the workforce to put money im the rich persons pocket. We all are. We are working to pay taxes. The left over change is for what. The poor get poorer. The rich get richer. Thank you all.
Beautiful woman with a beautiful soul in a beautiful van!
"As long as you sorta believe people are staying the stars of their own story, they're not going to pay much attention to you" Ha ha! SOoo true! : )
Intelligent , great energy & attitude - my type of American.
U know what would even be more American? Being able to afford a house while working fulltime!!
Roki Vulovic Yes. The wages are terrible in the States.
@@HomieGangsta12 yup
Definitely!
And she’s not paying rent. I love her.😘
Her laugh made me smile. I wish I could buy her a class b
Bob she was so sweet loved her story and her wonderful laugh
She is so happy, love to be around her at a party... wish her the best.......
Such a pleasant, positive person.
I love her position attitude! I'm always surrounded by people with negative attitudes 24/7/365 all day everyday.
Dawn is a lovely spirit-- and such a great smile and laugh she has! What an inspiration she is for all of us who are still in 'hold pattern'. Thanks for this great interview, Bob & Dawn!
I love her smile and her positive attitude! She seems like a joy to be around.
All I know is I cannot wait to get "out there". I presently own a VW Passat wagon but hope to find a van for more room. I wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a new year full of joy and hope See you Soon, Louise from Los Osos,California
I want to experience van life sooo bad!! I know I can save ALOT of money by doing just that.
Love that more people are choosing to live this way rent free baby!!!!
Girl look at you now! Car, Minivan, full-size van and now your box truck! I love Bob and Dawn you folks are so inspirational to us still stuck in the sticks and bricks
Yay, Dawn! I'm glad they featured you on cheap rv living. I've been in a Camry in the city for awhile, and also want to upgrade my vehicle size. Thanks!
You can do it!! Enlarge your territory.
I. Want a step van. I have a simple built thought out. I need the money. Im broke. So i can dream. Im on low income. And 74 yrs old. But im healthy enough to live a nomad life. My husband to. He cant find a job for 2 yrs. Now. Hes a hard worker. But dallas texas has no jobs available for him. Everyone is doing his job in groups. Nobody wants a mom and pop team. Comtracted painter.
It is great to see diversity in our community. Thanks for this. 🌈
I just LOVE her energy! Good for you Dawn👍I'm pumped
Loved this video. Surprising how we don't need so much stuff.
That part
Love Dawn. She is so real
I've been watching Dawn for ages and she's awesome. Such a cheerful city dweller who always has some interesting insight to share.
Love her personality! San Fran is very expensive. She's making it work for her!
Beautiful energy, great smile, love her story and her attitude!
Dawn is such a happy soul!!! Hoping she never loses her spark!!
I like how she did best for now. You don't need a lot to start this process!
I love her, so enthusiastic
I hope she's saving a lot of money. It's one thing to live in a vehicle when young. It's another to live that way .when old.
A great dose of reality has made this lady so happy , a person should not be able to own more homes than they can live in , your not paying rent to these types of people and a weight has been lifted , I believe in The One Home Ownership Law
It’s awesome that she is so happy and positive but it is worrisome especially for a woman. Take care, lady!
Dawn, you rock! Human soap!!! Dang!!! I just about fell over laughing!!! I have 4 legged kiddos and my hubby and I differentiate between their stuff and ours by saying Human vs. Kiddos. I once caught my hubby almost using the dog shampoo before we did that. I get it though, rent only ever goes up. And it makes sense to me to have the essentials close. Imagine if you left something at home for work, you can be like, oh dang on it's in my van, I'll be right back!
Tough life but she is right rents are high and people can't pay.
A lot of towns have public rec centers you can shower for free. Sometimes we'll go to truck stops and swimming pools to shower.
She is from San Francisco, where there's too many homeless people and not enough public restrooms, which causes the public defecation problems they have.
I think it’s great that Dawn is so happy... One of the best things mentioned is start with what you got and build from there.
You are not homeless sister. You are houseless. Biggg difference. Its a choice to be houseless. Safe travels. I will be van shopping in summer 2020.
The relief of NOT paying astronomical rent and utilities for an eternity is enough to make me happy and stress free, way2go go Dawn! Good mental, physical health, happiness and the ability to spend money on your terms is the good life. 👏🏾💖💛💚💜
I love how enthusiastic she is, and she seems like a really positive, happy person! Way to go Dawn!
To make it in SF that's great....I know before I turned 65 my most $$$$ was my medical insurance as I am self employed..and I had to have that...Dawn has a great outlook on life..
A really friendly young lady that has learned alot. She is excited about van life. Thanks Dawn . And Bob thanks.
Dawn, you make me want to move into my suv. Truly an inspiration. Love your smile and laugh. Blessings to you.
Great attitude. I met her once, and she was the same. Thanks Dawn!
I love the vacuum and fan she uses with rechargeable batteries..Thank you for the video..Have a Blessed Day..
This girl is a ray of sunshine❤
Holy smokes!!! My two favorite youtubers together!!! Thanks Bob!! Ily Dawn!
Thought I'd watch for a couple of minutes then bug out to something else, but Miss Dawn is a delightful human with a positive, "Can Do" spirit. I watched from beginning to end with fascination. She is a born teacher. I learned so much! Thank you, Dawn! Many Blessings on you. :)
Dawn, I think it is helping you that you have a nice-looking vehicle. In pricier neighborhoods, which tend to be safer (we think), if you had something old, trashy or beat up it would definitely be attracting attention from those high-rent paying (and probably not real happy about that) people.
That's true, my friend bought an older van that was more camper like, many issues. Now she has a newer Ford Transit...nearly ignored.
This is true. Dave Ramsey said the police use to always stop him when he went broke. They said the raggedy car didn’t belong him that type of neighborhood.
Yep you are so right. Keep the vehicle washed weekly. Choose 7 places for daytime. 7 places at night for sleeping only. Apts is good.
Don't you feel you could sit and talk to Dawn for hours. Her smile is contagious! :)
Her energy really made me smile and that rarely happens, thank you stranger
She is so cool and cheerful.
I love her story & her attitude! She seems to have mastered expectations, thankfulness & adventure. Good for her 😃
Dawn has such a wonderful smile 🌺
Love her spirit! She's someone who chooses to be happy and appreciates what she has versus lamenting what she doesn't.
Making her life simpler and happier by making her wants and needs less. Thanks for interviewing her Bob!
Steering wheel desktop!!... who knew?? Thought that was really cool and efficient!! Thanks!!
Love her! She's so positive and full of joy. Thanks for sharing.
She’s doing her very Well!
Thank you for sharing.
She is very cool lady . Very up beat. Best interview yet .
Yay! 👏 I’m glad that you were able to get on his video interview. I also watch his videos about many people that have chosen a life of a home on wheels.
She seems like a very nice lady. All the best to her!
I really like her...she has an infectious laugh..... Go follow her
I do, always fun to watch
68 in a gtrv..full time van dweller....love it!!!
I love this woman. She is so awesome.
Love this very positive woman with a beautiful smile. I have known people with big homes who are all frowns and complaints…
Another outstanding interview with another outstanding warrior. Thank you both.
Sad but true "...every penny you are making goes into the house" who needs that hardship.
Damn shame there’s no affordable housing in San Francisco.
Not just San Francisco.Same deal in Australia.It's a joke if you're on a limited budget.
Well people keep moving there and as a friend of mine says about land, "It is only going to get more expensive because they can't make any more."
Yep and everywhere else to.
I do
@Yolanda M Many die waiting
A she/wee is a good product. When we were driving truck, and had to park where there wasn't a bathroom, I was at a disadvantage. Then I found out about a she/wee, and I could go almost anywhere.
It's quite reassuring to hear that Bob was scared too when he started out.
Awesome video! I do some of the same tricks she does for washing dishes, hygiene, water. Love the steering wheel desk. Need to get one! And her attitude and smile are inspiring!
Dawn your smile is infectious 😀 I love how happy you are and how comfy you are in your home. Big hugs.
Her happiness is radiating and I found myself smiling when listening to her!
Great build. She has a beautiful spirit and seems quite carefree. Blessings and continued safety to her.
I instantly want to be her friend, she’s so friendly and positive 👍 - go to places, move around, not being stuck in one place, those are exactly the reasons why I do it, too.
Dawn is such a lovely person, I love her laugh and approach to life. She really shows how without much money you can still start van life and potentially avoid those high rents. Thank you Dawn for a tour of your well organized van as well as your positive attitude towards life, you are awesome!
She truly is an inspiration, thank you Bob for another great video!
She is very creative for the space she has! Very inspiring!
Hi Bob & Dawn, I watch her all the time. Nice interview 🤣❣
Damp-Rid works amazingly well at removing unwanted moisture in sticks-n-bricks so I see no reason it would not work equally well in a van...great idea!