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  • Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
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    Join us for Kimberly's inspiring journey of living rent-free and embracing full-time van life! She transformed a minivan into a cozy DIY ultimate home on wheels. Gone are the days of paying rent! She proves that it's possible to break free and embrace a life of freedom and self-sufficiency.
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Комментарии • 297

  • @sandramayes8679
    @sandramayes8679 Год назад +11

    Wow, I love her carefree attitude about everything!

    • @backofficediva8518
      @backofficediva8518 Год назад +1

      If only you knew!! 😂 Thank you for your kind words. Kimberlee

  • @CataLyst7Continued
    @CataLyst7Continued Год назад +136

    Love the minivan tours, they're my favorite. I love her personality, and her rescue pooch. Kudos for overcoming your fears as well. Fear is a life robber and can keep us from doing so many things... Be safe and happy trails.

    • @backofficediva8518
      @backofficediva8518 Год назад +12

      Thank you so much for your kind words, Kimberlee.

    • @BetterBetterandBetter
      @BetterBetterandBetter Год назад +6

      @@backofficediva8518 it's not a vanlife channel, but I still subscribed to your channel. Thank you for sharing your home on wheels! Great rig - I'm sure I'll see you down the road!

  • @rositagarcia805
    @rositagarcia805 Год назад +2

    I love her outside tablet, I'm stealing her idea too. Thank you Kimberly, ilime your setup.

  • @BOSSIIBIITCH
    @BOSSIIBIITCH Год назад +3

    I love this !❤️

  • @noopy24
    @noopy24 Год назад +7

    What a beautiful soul she is 😊....Best of luck 🍀

  • @carrolhenderson1555
    @carrolhenderson1555 Год назад +11

    Amazing job!!❤

  • @BlueFlameGoddess
    @BlueFlameGoddess 9 месяцев назад

    I LOVE the Solo Mini-Van tours!!!

  • @catmother4214
    @catmother4214 Год назад +3

    Thank you so much! I enjoyed this video very much and what an adorable little dog! Hi Cody! 😍😍😍

  • @DOGakaDefenderOfGems
    @DOGakaDefenderOfGems Год назад +5

    Bless your heart ... you have shown many folks how simple it can be to say NO to the ratrace and be their own landlord...I think fear is the main obsticle for most folk...and you have definitely mastered showing them how fear is only a factor if they allow it. Great build...great attitude...great video...thanks for sharing your home...safe travels. ❤❤❤

  • @mokeebear
    @mokeebear Год назад +3

    Smart lady. Very nice

  • @keithalexander2412
    @keithalexander2412 10 месяцев назад +1

    Just Great stuff!

  • @alaine5083
    @alaine5083 Год назад +1

    I loved this lady's resourcefulness. I watched the video yesterday today I'm making me a floating bench for my van door 😍🤗 thankyou to the person who showed this lady the idea and thanks to this channel I got to see it too ❤

  • @thejourney8013
    @thejourney8013 Год назад

    Cool van! She's pretty cute too!

  • @brianleonard6885
    @brianleonard6885 Год назад

    Bravo 👏 keep living and loving and spreading kindness as you do.

  • @wyrdadventures
    @wyrdadventures Год назад +1

    This van set up is similar to mine and her mindset when staying with family and friends is the same as mine. I'd rather stay in my vehicle. My dog has a nightly routine and I want to keep her in it.

  • @blueskies00
    @blueskies00 Год назад

    Awww u and ur dog are cutie poo

  • @SuperClare
    @SuperClare Год назад

    Proves that it’s doable. 🏆🏆🏆

  • @Buck_Jones1909
    @Buck_Jones1909 Год назад +48

    Very inventive, authentic and honest use of some ideas picked up along the way to create a comfortable home on wheels! Thank you both for taking the time to make this video! My wife and I will undoubtedly adopt some of these very useful ideas!

  • @noelleagape8684
    @noelleagape8684 Год назад +20

    I like it. Its simple. Doable. She seems very contented.

  • @annag467
    @annag467 Год назад +35

    Sweet outside table attached to the van! Very useful, I want to make that on mine for lunch outside and keeping stuff off the ground when camping. She's got all the essentials 💯

    • @Zorazora1234
      @Zorazora1234 Год назад +2

      Love that idea, I’m stealing it too

  • @mitzioden4926
    @mitzioden4926 Год назад +79

    Kimberly had some good ideas there. She was smart and researched other van dwellers for ideas. Nice van build!

    • @davisholman8149
      @davisholman8149 Год назад +3

      She has an optimistic spirit. Love that!🤩

  • @mikeydan
    @mikeydan Год назад +42

    LOVE that she stated she had been brought up in a fear-based family and at some point... decided to push past that and not accept it for herself. gold star.

  • @sueg2658
    @sueg2658 Год назад +26

    Great interview and van set up. I LOVE her sweet little poodle ♥️ Wishing them both well and fun adventures.

  • @rubychurch3466
    @rubychurch3466 Год назад +15

    As your dog is a rescue, then I reckon you have given her the most perfect life ever. She by the proximity of your living situation, will be by your side literally always. How wonderful. Edited to add, that as I saw her further into the video, I reckon she’s the most content little fur girl ever. Bless you!

  • @cinramirez8627
    @cinramirez8627 Год назад +67

    That pup is so content in her arms. Bless this woman on her VanLife journey. ❤

  • @aprilbaxter2578
    @aprilbaxter2578 Год назад +24

    Very nice video! Good for Kimberly for adopting a pup! She really planned out her van, and it's nice to have an electrician for a friend.

    • @Zorazora1234
      @Zorazora1234 Год назад +3

      I know right, trustworthiness and probably more affordable

  • @darrellwampler3882
    @darrellwampler3882 Год назад +9

    Lovely gal

  • @kendrasmith6637
    @kendrasmith6637 Год назад +27

    Really nice van build. She did an excellent job of researching others ideas for van builds. So nice! She seems very smart, very friendly and sweet rescue pup too. Love it all 🥰

  • @ItsMimiYallXOXO
    @ItsMimiYallXOXO Год назад +24

    Thanks for this video Bob! I have a minivan as well and the plan is to go full time when I retire in a year. I love seeing tips from others in minivans!

  • @MsNZgal
    @MsNZgal Год назад +13

    Thanks Bob for another van tour. I really enjoy watching them. My experience is very much like this lady's. I gave up my rental because most of my aged pension went on rent. It's is a big jump into this lifestyle but I am enjoying it. Cody and Emmie-Lou are lovely.

  • @David-rx2to
    @David-rx2to Год назад +81

    I have a black card membership at Planet Fitness for about $23 per month. With about 2000 locations across the US, there always seems to be one on or near my route for showers and a workout if you want.

    • @pinkelefant4ever
      @pinkelefant4ever Год назад +6

      None where I am currently but I made good use of them in AZ

    • @nomadicblissvanlife
      @nomadicblissvanlife Год назад +4

      Yes, I do the same and the massages are awesome

    • @annag467
      @annag467 Год назад +2

      Fo sho, I love planet fitness ✨️

    • @sandramayes8679
      @sandramayes8679 Год назад +2

      ​@@nomadicblissvanlifemassages? Wow!

    • @David-rx2to
      @David-rx2to Год назад +2

      @@sandramayes8679 yes massage chairs but the best is the hydromassage tables

  • @kellypruitt2362
    @kellypruitt2362 Год назад +17

    Love the cover she made for the water bottle, good idea😊

  • @terrapintravels3829
    @terrapintravels3829 Год назад +10

    Very nice comfy van!🎉

  • @carmelbrain7399
    @carmelbrain7399 Год назад +9

    very cosy life

  • @pillarwatch
    @pillarwatch Год назад +6

    I sub because this is most likely my future. I'll refuse to pay rent.

  • @qiforlife_daniel.samelson
    @qiforlife_daniel.samelson Год назад +9

    Very inspiring. Thank you bouth.

  • @joansidor5191
    @joansidor5191 Год назад +7

    She's super smart and a great advocate for van life......
    J

  • @BrokerBarbara119
    @BrokerBarbara119 Год назад +12

    What a delightful woman. I really enjoyed her tour. Thanks Bob!

  • @petreamccarthy8635
    @petreamccarthy8635 Год назад +12

    Thanks Kimberley for articulating the need for nature. Currently building out a van in Australia and looking forward to continuing my nomadic ways.

  • @mikam8801
    @mikam8801 Год назад +6

    A very smart, gracious lady with a lovely personality.

  • @robinw285
    @robinw285 Год назад +8

    Very nice 🎉

  • @sgardner6135
    @sgardner6135 Год назад +5

    Love the folgers can - I bring one every time I car camp!

  • @cc-camper-lady
    @cc-camper-lady Год назад +8

    Very nice!!

  • @sharonslay1936
    @sharonslay1936 Год назад +3

    This is great love the curtains

  • @Flyrabbit1
    @Flyrabbit1 Год назад +3

    This lady is so advanced.. I admire her so much. I wish I had the courage she has

  • @molliedoodleable
    @molliedoodleable Год назад +7

    Thank you for sharing your van and thoughts. I am at the same place as you .. semi retired because I have to pay near two thirds of my income to bills. By the end of this year I will be ready. My van already has been ready, but I experiment (as you did) on short excusions. So far I have settled for that, but my heart doesn't want to settle anymore. Your van looks very comfortable and easy to access. Very cool. All the best on your future.

  • @WolfandCatUnite
    @WolfandCatUnite Год назад +3

    Wow, she is impressive.

  • @fern8003
    @fern8003 Год назад +5

    I love this lady and her sweet dog. I always have a big soft spot for people who rescue animals.
    Her home is clever and comfy. Wishing you both love, good luck and health.

  • @janejones5362
    @janejones5362 6 месяцев назад +2

    Why do some people judge van lifers?? Im 64, almost 65, been on MANY many hitchhiking trips. The coolest van build Ive seen so far, was a VW van with a very small woodstove. And they were SUCH clean people!! And so proud of their van 😊. Im looking for a van right now. Anything that runs.

  • @mhayes6864
    @mhayes6864 Год назад +26

    Love her smile when she talks about her nomad life! Simplicity of just loving her life! Thank you, n Safe travels!

    • @backofficediva8518
      @backofficediva8518 Год назад

      Thank you for your kind words! Kimberlee

    • @skooliecarol8542
      @skooliecarol8542 Год назад

      You and I have alot in commom
      I m 75...and FT Nomad(5yrs now) in my 17ft skoolie....Good tour,thnc...I,m So in love with EmmyLou..maybe we ll meet one day

  • @sunnyt334
    @sunnyt334 Год назад +2

    Love it!! ❤️ I'm going to save these ideas ❤ thank you for sharing 🦋🦋🦋

  • @johnhuff393
    @johnhuff393 Год назад +4

    Good afternoon from Godley Texas, another great interview Bob on a spectacular nomad. Stay safe and happy travels 😎

  • @grannypeacock1218
    @grannypeacock1218 Год назад +9

    Love your joyous energy!
    I like your layout. Taking notes as I also camp in a sienna.

  • @Missfortune70
    @Missfortune70 Год назад +6

    I love the really simple build that maximizes storage and is comfortable too. Nice set up!

  • @ramontoro
    @ramontoro Год назад +6

    Always interesting your videos Bob, thanks

  • @glenmcneely409
    @glenmcneely409 Год назад +7

    Very nice setup!! 👍👍

  • @stacyhackney6100
    @stacyhackney6100 Год назад +2

    Nice lady, some good tips, thank you.

  • @margaretmartin3143
    @margaretmartin3143 Год назад +3

    That electric blanket is a great idea! I like ur simple ideas, very efficient. 🌻

    • @margaretmartin3143
      @margaretmartin3143 Год назад

      Yeah I kept focusing on a space heater and all the w and power I would need and it's a lot, so that the electric blanket it's so much more practical and efficient to get started, because my biggest problem is I do not want to be cold.

  • @jasonmarcfromi8382
    @jasonmarcfromi8382 Год назад +3

    Very positive lady and beautiful van ❤

  • @heathergrace7434
    @heathergrace7434 Год назад +5

    I love your table on the door, your diy awning, your fridge and water placement too, has made me rethink my little van!

  • @tamonettX500
    @tamonettX500 Год назад +6

    So happy for her :)

  • @crazgirl80
    @crazgirl80 Год назад +4

    Very sweet van . You rock your build /no build. I love the shelf .

  • @veggirl1964
    @veggirl1964 Год назад +2

    Kimberly is my new role model! Retirement in T-6 years!

  • @teresitap5778
    @teresitap5778 Год назад +2

    What a cool lady! Love this one, she sparkles.

  • @shannonmurphy9790
    @shannonmurphy9790 Год назад +8

    She really has done a beautiful job - very functional with a few amenities too! Nicely done!

  • @hypatia4754
    @hypatia4754 11 месяцев назад +2

    That hanging shelf on the door of her car is a brilliant idea, and so easy to make! Solves a problem for me as I have a small car.

  • @returntosender5069
    @returntosender5069 Год назад +2

    Wow. Thanks for this video. What a kind free-spirited lady that doesn't let fear stop her from living the kind of life she wants to live. Kimberly you are a real inspiration as I begin my journey living the nomad life mainly as a need financially, but also to connect with nature as that is what feeds my soul. Thanks again, I needed to see this!

  • @GodiscomingBhappy
    @GodiscomingBhappy Год назад +4

    adorable lady, great ideas in a simple way. Good luck always. God bless you

  • @JessieCori
    @JessieCori Год назад +3

    Love this! Very well done!

  • @Lifewithpauly48
    @Lifewithpauly48 Год назад +1

    This is the kind of setup I want perfect I just started car life a month in to save money for a can like she has it's been a journey living in my car 2007 Saturn ion but it is working for now

  • @barbarawow
    @barbarawow Год назад +6

    Love it! ❤️

  • @XiLi-uy7zx
    @XiLi-uy7zx Год назад +21

    What a smart and happy lady living her dream. It makes me happy to see how happy all van lifers are.

  • @GinnyPrice-g5b
    @GinnyPrice-g5b Год назад +2

    Great van build. Love thee outside shelf

  • @wayneburbage8900
    @wayneburbage8900 9 месяцев назад +1

    This lady is like my Mom. Very sweet and resourceful.

  • @ssamsan
    @ssamsan Год назад +1

    Excellent van conversion..much to learn..good video

  • @kathrynb4683
    @kathrynb4683 Год назад +4

    I have a 32 ft motorhome home and will go to a van or Class B or small bus. I want to see what others have done. I admire these van dwellers. Guess I'm in transition. Baby steps.😊

  • @nathaliestarry4242
    @nathaliestarry4242 Год назад +2

    Real down to earth gal.😊 Great job

  • @tomholbrook2948
    @tomholbrook2948 Год назад +2

    She is incredible

  • @Lisa-eo9gd
    @Lisa-eo9gd Год назад +1

    If you are not yet ready to hit the road, may I recommend that you use this time to get limber, lose those excess pounds, and build strength in your body. Even squeezing a rubber ball builds grip strength. Very useful when you are solo on the road.

  • @TheSpiralLab
    @TheSpiralLab Год назад +2

    I’m so inspired by this story. I would LOVE to have a whole video breaking down all the electrical components, what they are, how they work, what she uses them for.

  • @outterlimits1
    @outterlimits1 Год назад +1

    WOW! At 0:30 Cody had just appeared! Cody's a magic dog! 👏

  • @normaevett
    @normaevett Год назад +1

    Lots of practical, inexpensive ideas.

  • @shea5702
    @shea5702 Год назад +1

    Great Van and I love Kimberly. Great interview!

  • @hosssdualsportadventures5774
    @hosssdualsportadventures5774 Год назад +1

    Where does she put the bathroom waste when it gets full?

  • @blueamenaa749
    @blueamenaa749 10 месяцев назад +1

    She has a good life. The puppy is too cute.😊

  • @WillowTrainer
    @WillowTrainer Год назад +10

    Good for you!!!!!! I can't wait to go and get out because I have nowhere to go, but I need help putting my van together. I'll be alone with my dogs. I Really need help to put it together

    • @DM-ye5qo
      @DM-ye5qo Год назад +2

      I know how you feel. My problem is FEAR 😧 plus no one to help me either.

    • @WillowTrainer
      @WillowTrainer Год назад

      @@PeachiePeoney yes, I am in Pa

    • @WillowTrainer
      @WillowTrainer Год назад

      @@DM-ye5qo exactly 💯

    • @t.terrell7037
      @t.terrell7037 Год назад

      @@WillowTrainer try Lowe’s and speak with people in building materials area or you could try to place an ad for a carpenter or someone skilled at home renovations that does building.

  • @Karen-w7d
    @Karen-w7d Год назад +1

    I like her mini van 🚐 & I love 💕 her puppy

  • @Time.and.Spoons
    @Time.and.Spoons Год назад +1

    Does anyone know what her channel is called?

  • @jackiemiiers9845
    @jackiemiiers9845 Год назад +1

    Been trying to jump, paid an old ticket, immediately had my licence suspended 4 months , bought a vehicle to pull a trailer, got the insurance so that I would have the 6 months of being insured to get lower rates, but they went up instead, skyrocketed rates in the Houston area area, Ac went out and took two weeks waiting for mechanic appointments, wrong diagnoses, and finally got one to listen to me who fixed it, and immediately a water leak and a week now for that appointment, and a bug got in my ear so a trip to the doctor ....I must really have something good waiting for me, because it has been hit after hit. It's coming. Don't want to do the van thing, legs aren't going to be hiking any trails.

    • @t.terrell7037
      @t.terrell7037 Год назад

      Do you have the trailer yet? Wish you the best!

  • @patriciabandeko3842
    @patriciabandeko3842 Год назад +2

    I also have an Emmielou! A 15yr old Yorkie 😁

  • @outdoorswithwoodswoman8467
    @outdoorswithwoodswoman8467 Год назад +1

    SUCH A DARN CUTE DOGGIE I WANT TO MEET HER AND MY COLE DOES TOO,,,,LOVE UR SET UP

  • @Jibbie49
    @Jibbie49 10 месяцев назад +1

    Lots of great and simple ideas.

  • @sjohnson1776
    @sjohnson1776 Год назад +3

    Nicely done Kimberly!

  • @brethowell2311
    @brethowell2311 Год назад +1

    Some great ideas in this video.

  • @BiNumLi
    @BiNumLi Год назад +1

    this works in a natural setting. if the location is peaceful and serene the van only has to be a survival pod. if you live in parking lots in a city more amenities are needed inside the van.

  • @joycemaurer3588
    @joycemaurer3588 11 месяцев назад +1

    Good job Kimberly!

  • @senasmiley4185
    @senasmiley4185 Год назад +1

    Very nice video. My question is How many people living in their vehicles get rid of all their stuff or do they have storage shed somewhere and why?

  • @be.love.shine.
    @be.love.shine. 3 месяца назад

    GOOD GOD ALMIGHTY BLESS YOU ❤choosing love over fear is not easy yet always worth it! Love you all!

  • @Msangel06
    @Msangel06 Год назад

    I’m interested in this . Before I was homeless and living in my car, by force. But now I’m tired of paying rent. My landlord offered a rental renewal $700 higher. I’m tired of working & paying bills!!

  • @lorneomasta9559
    @lorneomasta9559 Год назад +1

    Well thought out!