Your are writing with your words. Verbal writing. Love it. Your are the best VW. Lol. verbal writer. Lol. But it's true. V W. A new name for What you do.
Oh yes please have a talk about what a mess we are in with this country. Who would have thunk? We are in big trouble with our leader or lack of should I say. Hitler rings a bell. Putin and trump are buddies. Why did people not see this man, Trump for who he is. He was a bad developer dirty dirty person. He is about him not our county Hash tag Capone. I could not get my hash tag to work😰#⃣ Capone. I got it. Yahoo!! Love the head light. Capone needs one too. #⃣ Capone. Thank you again. Keep up your wonderful Work
hank you so much. we have followed from the very first. we love you and appreciate all you have done. we have a vehicle and are preparing it for traveling full time. hopping to see you at the RTR this jan. , 18.
You can still write, when its time you will. I have to add, the people who tell you to "get over it" are the very people who don't take their own advice.
Hi Carolyn. My name is Thomas and I like to watch your videos because you are so down to earth. You said on your video that you are trying to help women more than men and I appreciate that but I can believe and have seen that you are helping men out just as well. I am 71 years old and your first video was when I fell in love with your (and others) lifestyle.However as much as I would like to my health will not allow me to. Keep up the good work and do be careful out on the road and keep the videos coming.
Thank you Thomas. I love the men in my audience. I truly believe you are special and unique and I am thrilled that you too are inspired by my message. It means a lot . thank you!
Way to go Carolyn. You really are quite gifted as a communicator. Your message is not only good for RVers. People like me, you tube surfers enjoy you too. Your tips on vegan food helped me, as have tips about RVing. I just really like you. Thanks.
Congrats, Carolyn, on one full year on YT! Love your travel footage, love your instructional videos, but I especially love when you "babble" because it is then that we really get to know you. I got to say that I was a little concerned when you were describing how you were chasing after another viral video but I should've known better that you'd follow it up with "as long as I stay true to myself, it doesn't really matter". Yes! It really *is* your genuineness and openness that will draw people to your channel (not some marketing formula) and will keep us coming back. But what really inspired me in this video....that you not only got thru a dysfunctional childhood and some obviously very painful things in your past but describing how you turned the toxic cesspool that is the internet comment section into a springboard for self growth and discovery. Girl, you just plain rock!! Thank you for sharing your life with us. :-)
I can really relate to being as you say a "healthy black sheep" that's priceless. I know how hard it is to dis-engage from some family members, but at the end of the day if they're stressing you out and making your life a living hell then it's not healthy to be around them. I'm proud to be a member of your audience and I would encourage you to continue keeping it real and continue what you're doing. Never sell out.
I know, right! My mother LITERALLY called me a black sheep TO MY FACE. For why? Asking for counseling to get over abuse. My dad, the only person who actually loved me, he was a bit gruff with me about counseling but then he said the BEST THING EVER! "Well, kid, if anyone can work things out, you can." Miss you buddy ya ornery old coot.
My husband & I have watched every video you have made! We are both age 60....love to watch your RV adventure travels. You are doing a great job in sharing your story & showing us all the interesting places you boon dock! Thanks for sharing your life! We have bought a truck camper so we can easily travel to see our kids & grandkids who live states away. Congratulations on 1 year creating great youtubes!
Your thruthfulness & your candor are what brings me back to your videos Carolyn. Youre a real person just being honest & being yourself. As a full-time RV'er ive watched a few of these others youve mentioned, but i your channel is the one i keep coming back to. Thank you Carolyn. Much love.
Dear sweet Carolyn, you are not an orphan. You are a child of the universe emerging from muck and mire with an inner light than can not be denied. Embrace yourself...
Carolyn, I am so impressed with how you put yourself out there. I have trouble even making comments like this one. I have been following your channel off and on for probably 10 months...you remind me of a dear friend of mine that passed away in 2006, and it warms my heart being reminded of her whenever I view one of your videos...thank you! You and Capone are a blessing to so many in ways you've probably not realized. I congratulate you on 1 year on YT! Here's to many more!
That was one of the most insightful videos I have ever watched. Thank you Carolyn! When I read certain comments on your YT site or Bob's and others, I am often disgusted by the hate. But then I think about what motivated that hate and why these commenters feel the need to voice it. They are broken (or dysfunctional, to use the more common term) and instead of being disgusted, I want to understand their pain and wish for their healing so that they can be happier and more loving human beings.
I have viewed this video twice. Thank you for your honesty. I have traveled like you are, only I was on a sailboat. I really loved meeting people along the way who were criticized for “dropping out”, and all I can say is I felt like living off grid helped me drop in to my real self. I still worked along the way to earn money to support myself and did some really crazy jobs. So thanks again for your refreshing spirit!
Capone!!! So happy for you on your first year anniversary. Your videos are wonderful. Don't let the ugly people get you down. Your a great person and we love being able to travel with you and see America. Thank you so much for all your hard work. Happy trails to you my friend.
KUDOS!!!! Young Lady!!!! Been Following You For A Year (Thank God..lol)...At 60 yrs old...You Have Given Me Personally To Stay Motivated To Learn, Study & Prepare For My Passion To Be An Advid Lady Rv'r Traveller....Glad To Hear Of Your Journeys
Hi, my name is Marilyn & I'm 78 & so very happy I"ve found your Blog & videos!! I live in Cottonwood, az. & had a goo chuckle your climb up to Prescott,az. then down to Cottonwood in your 29 foot rv.!! Mercy---what a brave woman!! If I'd known you were coming i'd shown you some fantastic free camping right at the edge of Cottonwood. Keep up the great work!!!!!!
Glad you have been around for a year! I wasn't with you from the beginning, but I've loved it since I started. I loved this video. Thanks for all you do!
Thanks so such. Interesting to hear how you tag up with other u tubers. I watch them also and they all give a different spin on rv life. Capone your buddy is camera shy or he doesn’t want to take credit from you. Dogs have a natural way of doing that because of their own natural loving way. Congratulations on year 2.
Most people who are obnoxious are going through their own miserable life! They say when people are ugly to you , it’s them projecting their own misery. Or maybe they are just jealous. ! I’d block them and not give it another thought , easier said than done I know but don’t let anyone use you as a target !
Hon, this is just 1 of your many books. Your audience absolutely loves you and wants more! Congrats on your anniversary. Keep up the good work, always hold your head high, appreciate your followers and know you have a people who care. Your family is us. Always will be. Safe travels. Looking forward to seeing you at the RTR
Congratulations on your 1-year anniversary! I admire you. You are a very strong woman. I have been enjoying your channel and am looking forward to your future videos and stories.
Dearest Caroline. I feel like your anniversary is my anniversary as well. After spending almost a year watching you and Bob and Eric I went all in and bought myself a small 20ft RV. She is old and I had to do a lot of work to her but I'm out on the road now and loving it. Two weeks ago I took my first trip and a friend and went to Palm Desert and Joshua Tree for a few days and this pastg week I spent a week in the desert. One night in Death Valley but all the rest of the nights boonedocking. You were with me the entire time. My first night I camped in an area where ATV's had been and I heard your voice telling me that it might be to soft to park there. I listened to coyote at night, I saw my first mountain goat in the states and Carolyn, I saw wild horses. I am hooked and can't wait to set off on the road full time. Thank you, it really is because of you that I am brave out there all by myself!!! You have shown me how to do so many things. I am coming to the RTR and hope to meet you and #capone there. Thank you for my new life!!!!
I'm a new member of your youtube family. I think we all appreciate your honesty and your not trying to be perfect. You're one of us and we love you for being you.
Thank you for your authenticity! Continue to take in the peace, calm and love and continue to discard the displaced anger and hurt from others. There is so much trauma that is finally finding it’s voice and, with it, the pushback to try to silence it. I believe that we have a beautiful, if not painful, opportunity to empower women and all those who have experienced the abuse of power by others. Your journey gives testament to this. We may have our own stories and our own battles but we are also all in this together and can be a great source of strength, support and encouragement for each other. Keep keeping it real and Shine on!
Dear Carolyn, thank you for sharing this past year of your life with us all. And thank you for allowing us into your personal world like you did in this video. I could tell parts of it were really hard for you to open up about. For what you do and who you are I feel honored to be along for the ride.
HAPPY 1yr. ANNIVERSARY Carolyn & Capone!!!! CONGRATS!!! Been watching you 2 for many months now!!!! & You are living my dream, Keep your head up High, Don't worry about ppl. that don't know how to say anything nice. You do what you do be Free, !!! Your such a very NICE PERSON!! CALM ETC.!!! Big Hugs... to both of you!!! Can't wait to be free just like you, but for now still have to take meds. from my breast cancer, but yes I AM CANCER FREE!!! But still have 9 more months on meds. & Hubby has some tests/meds to do also. Be Safe Hugs to Capone... Luvs ya both!!!!
Happy Anniversary !!! Your intentions hit their mark here and I am mutually grateful . It is easy to take for granted what a great gift one gives when they intimately share themselves raw, authentically, flaws and all, as they evolve and journey through life. Especially when you make it look so easy ! Thanks Carolyn
It's a natural understanding of the feelings, the attitudes and the warped brains of the dysfunctional when one has walked that life themselves. You've done real well, Carolyn. Happy for you that you have found a happy place. Peace and love.
Congrats on the one year anniversary! I've enjoyed watching your videos and always look forward to your next one. I'm in awe of what you do and how you've chosen to live your life and for posting it all for us to see!
Congratulation on a successful year of exploration, discovery and finding new ways to feel comfortable living the nomadic life. Go, Carolyn, you rock. :-)
Wow, we really are a large dysfunctional family! I’m also a healthy black sheep and have come to the realization that I was a codependent and have had a lot of experiences with narcissists! Good for you for pushing forward despite the challenges! ❤️
Woohoo-congrats on one year of RUclips! I love your videos! I love your honesty! You have come a long way physically (traveling), mentally and spiritually. You have been an inspiration to this 66 year old gal who will be heading out on my own in the Spring!
#Capone. Carolyn I can't thank you enough for your videos. I had every intention that I could do as you do. My son spent a lot of time and money to fix my Class C. I was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer with metastasis to the brain. This is only a delay to my travels. We've had to sell the camper but that's just a minor setback. I look forward to traveling the road to happy destiny. And, maybe we'll meet someday along the journey...thanks for letting me share.
Teri Richardson ...I will be keeping you in my thoughts & sending good vibes your way. I hope you get to make that RV trip you want...and I hope it is soon.
i love your videos! I am 44 and my dream is to travel like you. I see your transformation through your videos. I came from a severely dysfunctional family and have cut them off from my life to save my own sanity. Thank you for being authentic and sharing your journey with me. You have shared not only a different way of living, but a different way of thinking about life. Your perspective is fresh and interesting. Keep doing what your doing because I believe that you are following your own path. Thank you!
If what you are seeing in the media is too upsetting, avoid it, I do as much as possible. No need to be brought back to that place. Happy Anniversary and Congrats!
Carolyn, you are inspiring. Your authenticity keeps me watching here, in Montreal. When I have really bad days (major depression), your videos keep me remembering how beautiful life is. All the best in your continuing adventures, and a big cuddle to your Capone.
#Capone Carolyn, you alone are the inspiration for me deciding to buy an RV and hitting the road within two years. Thank you for being the bright light that you are
You are my daughters age.....I love learning so much from the younger generation. My daughter is brave just like you. God bless and keep you in His care in all that you do.
Happy one year on you tube ! It's hard to believe it has been that long. Thank you for giving us all the time and all of you that you put into your videos . And thanks for sharing with us more things about you . It makes us love you even more than we already do . Annette
Beautiful video! I relate on sooo many levels. I commend you for sticking to your true self and for putting up with all the BS that comes with it. I too, seek this place in life that you seem to have found. I have said many times that Bob Wells is a hero of mine and I am adding you to my short list! I think it's maybe easier to deal with people in person than on here because they have a computer screen in front of them and don't have to deal with what they are spewing, or maybe I should say to be held accountable. Regardless, I just really am proud for you and love to see the contentment when you smile. You've come a long way baby! You now have new digs and I am just catching back up with you and am enjoying it very much! Thank you for doing what you do!
Carolyn, I just started watching your videos a few months ago and I really enjoy them. I watch you right before I go to sleep and I find them and you relaxing. Congrats on your 1st year and I wish you the best of luck in the coming year. Traci
The saying is old but true, you can choose your friends but you cannot choose your family! But you can choose to walk away from your family if they are not healthy to be around! I did and it did not go down too well, I did not have contact with my brother and sister for over 15 years, then my brother "reached out" and I let him in, and boy did it turn out to be a HUGE mistake! All the old sh... came back, recriminations, old wounds opened up again, I realised that all our our "private" conversations were being transferred straight back to my sister, my old memories came back and I was again back in that bad place that I had walked away from, I had moved on, they hadn't and I realised they fuel each other and then lash out. People say "never say never" but I am saying this loud and clear, NEVER again will I open up that door, I went down that dark rabbit hole that I had fought to climb out of and it has taken a while to stay on top, so Carolyn, keep your space, defend your space, that space keeps you sane and grounded, and don't let anyone get you down. X
Yeah I have a brother I don’t speak to. My mama used to say I love him I just don’t like him. I too love him, but as far I can tell he is a narcissist and there is no help for a narcissist because they don’t think they have a problem. I do try to keep up with him through one family member who does talk with him from time to time. I pray for him and I pray for his safety.
CONGRATULATIONS! So loved following you and your journey. Thanks for taking time to share it with us. Learned so much and been so encouraged and inspired. Hugs from Maine.
I thought at one time it would be fun to make videos for RUclips. But I'm overly sensitive and couldn't handle the negativity. So I will just enjoy other's RUclips, like yours. Keep up the good work.
We get so much out of your videos Carolyn. You bring such an empowerment to women with a message that we can do whatever we want to do. You teach us not to quit and not to give up. You are down to earth and send us the raw data and information about your real self. Hugs to you and Capone. He is such a sweetheart.
Happy Anniversary!! Appreciate your message and can so relate. Good bad and ugly. That’s life! Thanks for sharing your journey and passion with us. Looking forward to watching another year of Carolyn’s RV Life. #Capone
You are such an inspiration. A breathe of fresh air to watch. We actually have quite a bit in common with our personalities. I am just still unemployed & I am a stay at home Mom & caretaker for my elderly mother. It takes a lot to figure life out but when you do, life ends up taking you where you belong. What a ride, congratulations on your anniversary.
Congratulations!!!Carolyn a Year . you have made a difference in my way of thought in becoming a nomad life style.. As a women out there. I no longer am bound with the fear of Traveling..you inspired me as a widow. Beginning my new life chapter..Thank You so much. Lots of Love n Hugs to you snd Capone🌠⭐💕🌠. Bless you. Safe Travels...yay!! Keep lifting us up. With your awsome Travels. Honesty ..True.. Free.. Thats You!!
I am a full time Nomad also. My Mom and grown kids have disowned me. They don't understand and consider what I am doing as somehow wrong and selfish. They will not have any contact with me unless I move back, get a house and a job. I have never met my 2 grandchildren and that hurts. But I can't allow anyone to tell me how to live and put conditions on their love. I am so happy being a nomad and do not miss any part of my old life. Like you it was a tough decision but a choice that makes me happy and a better person. Thank you for sharing your life with us it means so much to so many of us. Safe travels my friend.
A very inspirational video, Carolyn. You continue to be one of my mentors. Following your own path and disregarding negative people are key to happiness. Carry on with your good work!
Thank you for sharing your past with us. This episode really touched my heart in many ways, and I can relate on many levels. You are a great lady and disengaging from your past demons is the best way to move forward. Keep up the work with your videos, have safe travels always!!!
Love your videos and message! So much of what you say resonates with my own life and way of thinking. Nice to know we're not alone. Keep up the great work!
Thank you again for your frank, honest outlook. I've never met anyone from a perfect family. We all have serious problems. Some people try to cover them up by posting "perfect" photos and comments on Facebook. Ha! Keep up your wonderful work, Carolyn. You really know how to talk to your cameras as if it's me. Awesome.
We’ve been watching your videos for almost the entire year. I have been impressed with how much more relaxed you are now. Thanks for sharing your life. Love #Capone!!
Appreciate all your YT work! Carolyn, thank you for the travel, creativity, honesty, kindness....... Happy you are calmer now. I hope you do this for a while yet! ❤️
#Capone..I so envy you your life being free..I am 73 and so wish I could be a Nomad..I have watched you since you began on RUclips..on my TV mostly..I live on a limited income..I live in Covington, Indiana..Keep doing what you are doing..I look forward to seeing your vids..I love Capone..I have an all white cat named Casper..I joined the friendlys...on Facebook..proud to be a friendly! Be safe, be free, be kind!
Carolyn, After seeing this video I subscribed. The openness and sense of letting the walls down caught me. Looking forward to learning more about RVing and your experiences.
Exactly!!!! Stay true to YOU and they will come. Pippi and you are my mentors. Happy Anniversary! I look forward to many more videos from you. Big hug!
Been with you since the start because of your authenticity and message of personal empowerment. Your honesty is a breath of fresh air in today’s world.
Boy, does my background in family mirror yours to a T!! And it made me a stronger person for it. :) Congrats on your 1 year anniversary. And I loved your Shawnee Lake and Salton Sea vids! #Capone
Carolyn, thank you for just being you. I love your channel and watch it often, and myself being a 7 year full-timer in a class c also I find your channel enjoyable, refreshing, and honest. Also being from a totally dysfunctional family I totally understand what you talked about. I too was self-employed, at 52 just threw it away (kids grown, on my own), and cast off the bowlines. I make about 20% of what I made before annually but I now enjoy every day. Keep the vids coming, and best of luck to you.
The whole thing is a big trap, Carolyn! And you know it first hand!Beautiful words about entrepreneurship are everywhere; to keep the majority of those that beLIEve in it, in the rat race!To get where you are now and how you are doing it, is the great challenge!And you are doing it, brilliantly!Like yourself, I too arrived at the same conclusion that you present to us in every single one of your episodes ( ouverture) and that is for me, a reaffirmation of a "state of being" to which I wish to belong!You have a tough skin. I wouldn't put up with half of the abuse and incomprehension that you had to deal with in order to be here, right now and for our delight; commemorating your first anniversary!Congratulations and THANK YOU!Cheers!
Congratulations Carolyn on your one year anniversary! I've been enjoying watching you for the past 6 months and learned so much from you. You are wonderful! #Capone
Thank for sharing a piece of you in your videos. I enjoy watching #capone explore in the background. He's a sweet furbaby. I look forward to finding out who wins the headlight...headlamp. I know I could use it but I'm sure I'm not the only one.
I commented on your video earlier and i said we basically do not have very much in common. I want to take that back, we have more in common than i thought after watching this video. I am also the black sheep of the family & I totally understand what you mean about family. I love that part where you say " thank you for being okay with my humanness" I need that in writing in full sight for me and my children. I'm starting over and i think that's a very good starter point. Find people who are okay with your humanness and also make sure that I can forgive people for their humanness. Beautiful thank you
#Capone congrats on your first year! may you have many more happy ones to come.. i truly hope to meet you out there one day, the sooner the better (as i've got 10 yrs on ya) lol ..stay safe.. Wanda )O(
Catching up on your videos while packing to move. First step to full-time RVing......downsizing! This may be my favorite video so far. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Carolyn!! Road on!!!!
#capone I enjoy your videos! You are right in that there is so much dysfunction in our country. It may be why more and more people want to sort of escape and get away from it all. Thank you for opening up! It can’t be easy.😊
It is helpful for me to hear your story again as I embark on my own YT channel this summer. The key is to know your audience and who you are talking to. As I’ve narrowed it down, my primary audience is my family and curious others are welcome to come along for the journey. I’ve seen nastiness in comments, especially live streams, and I am concerned about that and hope I can keep my personal mission front and center. Your book helped. Thanks for gifting the e-book to me. Safe travels.
You are a marketing person and understand the neuonces(forgive my spelling) for building a following/clientele. Most of the You Tubers aren't, but you do have a lot to teach people like me. I feel that I'm learning so much from you and Bob and others. Thank you
I love the honesty of this video! I'm new to your channel, and I'm hopping around watching your old stuff. I'm a 49 year old teacher who has to work until I'm 70 because I didn't start my career until a couple of years ago because I spent my life taking care of people. But I want to spend my summers camping. It's my goal to get a camping rig by next summer. My parents were teachers and had a 1972 Fireball class C. We spent summers traveling the US starting when I was 5. I have RV gypsy in my blood. Watching you makes me want to get out on my own. Thanks Carolyn!
Hi Carolyn, I'm catching up on all of your videos that I can and I love them. They help me to feel free. My circumstances make impossible for me to live free like you. Keep up the good work.
Hello! So here I am, re-watching some of my favorite videos in preparation of moving into my minivan and this one come up! I love that you are still so open and honest and transparent! It has been enlightening & empowering to listen to your life on the road! Much love!
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Your are writing with your words. Verbal writing. Love it. Your are the best VW. Lol. verbal writer. Lol. But it's true. V W. A new name for What you do.
Oh yes please have a talk about what a mess we are in with this country. Who would have thunk? We are in big trouble with our leader or lack of should I say. Hitler rings a bell. Putin and trump are buddies. Why did people not see this man, Trump for who he is. He was a bad developer dirty dirty person. He is about him not our county Hash tag Capone. I could not get my hash tag to work😰#⃣ Capone. I got it. Yahoo!! Love the head light. Capone needs one too. #⃣ Capone. Thank you again. Keep up your wonderful
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hank you so much. we have followed from the very first. we love you and appreciate all you have done. we have a vehicle and are preparing it for traveling full time. hopping to see you at the RTR this jan.
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Carolyn's RV Life ........Carolyn, 👍💐
You can still write, when its time you will. I have to add, the people who tell you to "get over it" are the very people who don't take their own advice.
Hi Carolyn. My name is Thomas and I like to watch your videos because you are so down to earth. You said on your video that you are trying to help women more than men and I appreciate that but I can believe and have seen that you are helping men out just as well. I am 71 years old and your first video was when I fell in love with your (and others) lifestyle.However as much as I would like to my health will not allow me to. Keep up the good work and do be careful out on the road and keep the videos coming.
Thank you Thomas. I love the men in my audience. I truly believe you are special and unique and I am thrilled that you too are inspired by my message. It means a lot . thank you!
Way to go Carolyn. You really are quite gifted as a communicator. Your message is not only good for RVers. People like me, you tube surfers enjoy you too. Your tips on vegan food helped me, as have tips about RVing. I just really like you. Thanks.
Amen to not letting others disfunction seep into your life. Let your functional attitude seep into theirs.🙂
Congrats, Carolyn, on one full year on YT! Love your travel footage, love your instructional videos, but I especially love when you "babble" because it is then that we really get to know you. I got to say that I was a little concerned when you were describing how you were chasing after another viral video but I should've known better that you'd follow it up with "as long as I stay true to myself, it doesn't really matter". Yes! It really *is* your genuineness and openness that will draw people to your channel (not some marketing formula) and will keep us coming back. But what really inspired me in this video....that you not only got thru a dysfunctional childhood and some obviously very painful things in your past but describing how you turned the toxic cesspool that is the internet comment section into a springboard for self growth and discovery. Girl, you just plain rock!! Thank you for sharing your life with us. :-)
I can really relate to being as you say a "healthy black sheep" that's priceless. I know how hard it is to dis-engage from some family members, but at the end of the day if they're stressing you out and making your life a living hell then it's not healthy to be around them. I'm proud to be a member of your audience and I would encourage you to continue keeping it real and continue what you're doing. Never sell out.
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thank you for the beautiful heartfelt message... seriously, touched me.
Brian Smith So incredibly well said!
Thank you
I know, right! My mother LITERALLY called me a black sheep TO MY FACE. For why? Asking for counseling to get over abuse. My dad, the only person who actually loved me, he was a bit gruff with me about counseling but then he said the BEST THING EVER! "Well, kid, if anyone can work things out, you can." Miss you buddy ya ornery old coot.
My husband & I have watched every video you have made! We are both age 60....love to watch your RV adventure travels. You are doing a great job in sharing your story & showing us all the interesting places you boon dock! Thanks for sharing your life! We have bought a truck camper so we can easily travel to see our kids & grandkids who live states away. Congratulations on 1 year creating great youtubes!
Thank you so much cindy and hubby!! I am so honored that you're here!! *hugs
Your thruthfulness & your candor are what brings me back to your videos Carolyn. Youre a real person just being honest & being yourself. As a full-time RV'er ive watched a few of these others youve mentioned, but i your channel is the one i keep coming back to.
Thank you Carolyn. Much love.
Dear sweet Carolyn, you are not an orphan. You are a child of the universe emerging from muck and mire with an inner light than can not be denied. Embrace yourself...
oh my gosh what a beautiful note.. thank you. I will remember your words!! hugs Rhondalyn!! ,3
rhondalyn100, that is a wonderful comment. I really believe you expressed that correctly!
I hope this doesn't take up too much room, but when rhondalyn said "you are a child of the universe" it made me recall this wonderful poem.
Desiderata:
GO PLACIDLY amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant; they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons; they are vexatious to the spirit. If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain or bitter, for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment, it is as perennial as the grass.
Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.
Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should. Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be. And whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul. With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
By Max Ehrmann © 1927
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So beautiful, one of my favorites.
ooops, you beat me to it. guess it has affected mant of us over out lives,
Carolyn, I am so impressed with how you put yourself out there. I have trouble even making comments like this one. I have been following your channel off and on for probably 10 months...you remind me of a dear friend of mine that passed away in 2006, and it warms my heart being reminded of her whenever I view one of your videos...thank you! You and Capone are a blessing to so many in ways you've probably not realized. I congratulate you on 1 year on YT! Here's to many more!
That was one of the most insightful videos I have ever watched. Thank you Carolyn! When I read certain comments on your YT site or Bob's and others, I am often disgusted by the hate. But then I think about what motivated that hate and why these commenters feel the need to voice it. They are broken (or dysfunctional, to use the more common term) and instead of being disgusted, I want to understand their pain and wish for their healing so that they can be happier and more loving human beings.
I have viewed this video twice. Thank you for your honesty. I have traveled like you are, only I was on a sailboat. I really loved meeting people along the way who were criticized for “dropping out”, and all I can say is I felt like living off grid helped me drop in to my real self. I still worked along the way to earn money to support myself and did some really crazy jobs. So thanks again for your refreshing spirit!
Capone!!! So happy for you on your first year anniversary. Your videos are wonderful. Don't let the ugly people get you down. Your a great person and we love being able to travel with you and see America. Thank you so much for all your hard work. Happy trails to you my friend.
KUDOS!!!! Young Lady!!!! Been Following You For A Year (Thank God..lol)...At 60 yrs old...You Have Given Me Personally To Stay Motivated To Learn, Study & Prepare For My Passion To Be An Advid Lady Rv'r Traveller....Glad To Hear Of Your Journeys
Hi, my name is Marilyn & I'm 78 & so very happy I"ve found your Blog & videos!! I live in Cottonwood, az. & had a goo chuckle your climb up to Prescott,az. then down to Cottonwood in your 29 foot rv.!! Mercy---what a brave woman!! If I'd known you were coming i'd shown you some fantastic free camping right at the edge of Cottonwood. Keep up the great work!!!!!!
Congrats and thanks so much for all you do bringing us along and informing us . Much•Luv!
Glad you have been around for a year! I wasn't with you from the beginning, but I've loved it since I started. I loved this video. Thanks for all you do!
Thank you Carolyn! Open and honest talk.
Tag copone...don’t know how?
Thanks so such. Interesting to hear how you tag up with other u tubers. I watch them also and they all give a different spin on rv life. Capone your buddy is camera shy or he doesn’t want to take credit from you. Dogs have a natural way of doing that because of their own natural loving way. Congratulations on year 2.
Evelyn Binion # symbol is called hashtag or tag for short. So #capone written in your comment will tag Capone.
I always feel like I've come away with useful info..# Capone
Most people who are obnoxious are going through their own miserable life! They say when people are ugly to you , it’s them projecting their own misery. Or maybe they are just jealous. ! I’d block them and not give it another thought , easier said than done I know but don’t let anyone use you as a target !
Hon, this is just 1 of your many books. Your audience absolutely loves you and wants more! Congrats on your anniversary. Keep up the good work, always hold your head high, appreciate your followers and know you have a people who care. Your family is us. Always will be. Safe travels. Looking forward to seeing you at the RTR
It's been fun tagging along with you!!! Enjoy your channel and your honesty. # capone
Brava, Carolyn. Not only for sharing your travels and RVing advice, but your humanity. Thank you.
Congratulations on your 1-year anniversary! I admire you. You are a very strong woman. I have been enjoying your channel and am looking forward to your future videos and stories.
Thank you very much Kim !
Dearest Caroline. I feel like your anniversary is my anniversary as well. After spending almost a year watching you and Bob and Eric I went all in and bought myself a small 20ft RV. She is old and I had to do a lot of work to her but I'm out on the road now and loving it. Two weeks ago I took my first trip and a friend and went to Palm Desert and Joshua Tree for a few days and this pastg week I spent a week in the desert. One night in Death Valley but all the rest of the nights boonedocking. You were with me the entire time. My first night I camped in an area where ATV's had been and I heard your voice telling me that it might be to soft to park there. I listened to coyote at night, I saw my first mountain goat in the states and Carolyn, I saw wild horses. I am hooked and can't wait to set off on the road full time. Thank you, it really is because of you that I am brave out there all by myself!!! You have shown me how to do so many things. I am coming to the RTR and hope to meet you and #capone there. Thank you for my new life!!!!
most of us are here for you 100% of every thing you do . i sort of live through your vids
I'm a new member of your youtube family. I think we all appreciate your honesty and your not trying to be perfect. You're one of us and we love you for being you.
Thank you for your authenticity! Continue to take in the peace, calm and love and continue to discard the displaced anger and hurt from others. There is so much trauma that is finally finding it’s voice and, with it, the pushback to try to silence it. I believe that we have a beautiful, if not painful, opportunity to empower women and all those who have experienced the abuse of power by others. Your journey gives testament to this. We may have our own stories and our own battles but we are also all in this together and can be a great source of strength, support and encouragement for each other. Keep keeping it real and Shine on!
You, your authenticity and your journey have been a gift.
Thank you very much Christina.
Cheers on your one year. You went for it, did it your way, were brave and persistent and you are making it. Glad you are happy. You deserve it.
I really appreciate that Aileen!! Ty! - C
Dear Carolyn, thank you for sharing this past year of your life with us all. And thank you for allowing us into your personal world like you did in this video. I could tell parts of it were really hard for you to open up about. For what you do and who you are I feel honored to be along for the ride.
HAPPY 1yr. ANNIVERSARY Carolyn & Capone!!!! CONGRATS!!! Been watching you 2 for many months now!!!! & You are living my dream, Keep your head up High, Don't worry about ppl. that don't know how to say anything nice. You do what you do be Free, !!! Your such a very NICE PERSON!! CALM ETC.!!! Big Hugs... to both of you!!! Can't wait to be free just like you, but for now still have to take meds. from my breast cancer, but yes I AM CANCER FREE!!! But still have 9 more months on meds. & Hubby has some tests/meds to do also. Be Safe Hugs to Capone... Luvs ya both!!!!
Happy Anniversary !!! Your intentions hit their mark here and I am mutually grateful . It is easy to take for granted what a great gift one gives when they intimately share themselves raw, authentically, flaws and all, as they evolve and journey through life. Especially when you make it look so easy ! Thanks Carolyn
So glad I found your channel. I appreciate your authenticity and humanness.Congrats on your year!
Thank you Kimberly!
It's a natural understanding of the feelings, the attitudes and the warped brains of the dysfunctional when one has walked that life themselves. You've done real well, Carolyn. Happy for you that you have found a happy place. Peace and love.
thank you for sharing your story I believe you're a wonderful human being and I love watching your videos again thank you for sharing
Thank you so much Steve!!!
I love the wonderful and kind men in my audience. I believe you're special. So thank you
Being real is so refreshing in these times. More power to you!!
Congrats on the one year anniversary! I've enjoyed watching your videos and always look forward to your next one. I'm in awe of what you do and how you've chosen to live your life and for posting it all for us to see!
Congratulation on a successful year of exploration, discovery and finding new ways to feel comfortable living the nomadic life. Go, Carolyn, you rock. :-)
Wow, we really are a large dysfunctional family! I’m also a healthy black sheep and have come to the realization that I was a codependent and have had a lot of experiences with narcissists! Good for you for pushing forward despite the challenges! ❤️
Congralations on your one year celebration, we love your videos and will always follow you on your dayly adventures
Woohoo-congrats on one year of RUclips! I love your videos! I love your honesty! You have come a long way physically (traveling), mentally and spiritually. You have been an inspiration to this 66 year old gal who will be heading out on my own in the Spring!
#Capone. Carolyn I can't thank you enough for your videos. I had every intention that I could do as you do. My son spent a lot of time and money to fix my Class C. I was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer with metastasis to the brain. This is only a delay to my travels. We've had to sell the camper but that's just a minor setback. I look forward to traveling the road to happy destiny. And, maybe we'll meet someday along the journey...thanks for letting me share.
Teri Richardson ...I will be keeping you in my thoughts & sending good vibes your way. I hope you get to make that RV trip you want...and I hope it is soon.
i love your videos! I am 44 and my dream is to travel like you. I see your transformation through your videos. I came from a severely dysfunctional family and have cut them off from my life to save my own sanity. Thank you for being authentic and sharing your journey with me. You have shared not only a different way of living, but a different way of thinking about life. Your perspective is fresh and interesting. Keep doing what your doing because I believe that you are following your own path. Thank you!
If what you are seeing in the media is too upsetting, avoid it, I do as much as possible. No need to be brought back to that place. Happy Anniversary and Congrats!
Carolyn, you are inspiring. Your authenticity keeps me watching here, in Montreal. When I have really bad days (major depression), your videos keep me remembering how beautiful life is. All the best in your continuing adventures, and a big cuddle to your Capone.
#Capone
Carolyn, you alone are the inspiration for me deciding to buy an RV and hitting the road within two years. Thank you for being the bright light that you are
Happy Anniversary, Carolyn. Thanks for a great year of enjoying your experiences. Cheers to year two!!
You really hit the nail on the head in this video. You really put a smile on my face.
You are my daughters age.....I love learning so much from the younger generation. My daughter is brave just like you. God bless and keep you in His care in all that you do.
Aw, very sweet not. Thank you Vivienne!
Good video you really spoke from the heart. Keep up the good work. Be Happy!
Happy one year on you tube ! It's hard to believe it has been that long. Thank you for giving us all the time and all of you that you put into your videos . And thanks for sharing with us more things about you . It makes us love you even more than we already do .
Annette
Beautiful video! I relate on sooo many levels. I commend you for sticking to your true self and for putting up with all the BS that comes with it. I too, seek this place in life that you seem to have found. I have said many times that Bob Wells is a hero of mine and I am adding you to my short list! I think it's maybe easier to deal with people in person than on here because they have a computer screen in front of them and don't have to deal with what they are spewing, or maybe I should say to be held accountable. Regardless, I just really am proud for you and love to see the contentment when you smile. You've come a long way baby! You now have new digs and I am just catching back up with you and am enjoying it very much! Thank you for doing what you do!
Carolyn, I just started watching your videos a few months ago and I really enjoy them. I watch you right before I go to sleep and I find them and you relaxing. Congrats on your 1st year and I wish you the best of luck in the coming year. Traci
The saying is old but true, you can choose your friends but you cannot choose your family! But you can choose to walk away from your family if they are not healthy to be around! I did and it did not go down too well, I did not have contact with my brother and sister for over 15 years, then my brother "reached out" and I let him in, and boy did it turn out to be a HUGE mistake! All the old sh... came back, recriminations, old wounds opened up again, I realised that all our our "private" conversations were being transferred straight back to my sister, my old memories came back and I was again back in that bad place that I had walked away from, I had moved on, they hadn't and I realised they fuel each other and then lash out. People say "never say never" but I am saying this loud and clear, NEVER again will I open up that door, I went down that dark rabbit hole that I had fought to climb out of and it has taken a while to stay on top, so Carolyn, keep your space, defend your space, that space keeps you sane and grounded, and don't let anyone get you down. X
You're right unfortunately...sorry it didn't work out...
Yeah I have a brother I don’t speak to. My mama used to say I love him I just don’t like him. I too love him, but as far I can tell he is a narcissist and there is no help for a narcissist because they don’t think they have a problem. I do try to keep up with him through one family member who does talk with him from time to time. I pray for him and I pray for his safety.
CONGRATULATIONS!
So loved following you and your journey.
Thanks for taking time to share it with us.
Learned so much and been so encouraged and inspired.
Hugs from Maine.
I thought at one time it would be fun to make videos for RUclips. But I'm overly sensitive and couldn't handle the negativity. So I will just enjoy other's RUclips, like yours. Keep up the good work.
We get so much out of your videos Carolyn. You bring such an empowerment to women with a message that we can do whatever we want to do. You teach us not to quit and not to give up. You are down to earth and send us the raw data and information about your real self. Hugs to you and Capone. He is such a sweetheart.
you have had a great year, looking forward to seeing more of your videos. I look forward to seeing you and #capone again at the RTR
Happy Anniversary!! Appreciate your message and can so relate. Good bad and ugly. That’s life! Thanks for sharing your journey and passion with us. Looking forward to watching another year of Carolyn’s RV Life. #Capone
Congrats on your first year. I've been watching for a while and you are an inspiration. #Capone.
You are such an inspiration. A breathe of fresh air to watch. We actually have quite a bit in common with our personalities. I am just still unemployed & I am a stay at home Mom & caretaker for my elderly mother. It takes a lot to figure life out but when you do, life ends up taking you where you belong. What a ride, congratulations on your anniversary.
Carolyn, you’re a rock star. Love your videos and your message inspires and encourages me.
Congratulations!!!Carolyn a Year . you have made a difference in my way of thought in becoming a nomad life style.. As a women out there. I no longer am bound with the fear of Traveling..you inspired me as a widow. Beginning my new life chapter..Thank You so much. Lots of Love n Hugs to you snd Capone🌠⭐💕🌠. Bless you. Safe Travels...yay!! Keep lifting us up. With your awsome Travels. Honesty ..True.. Free.. Thats You!!
I am a full time Nomad also. My Mom and grown kids have disowned me. They don't understand and consider what I am doing as somehow wrong and selfish. They will not have any contact with me unless I move back, get a house and a job. I have never met my 2 grandchildren and that hurts. But I can't allow anyone to tell me how to live and put conditions on their love. I am so happy being a nomad and do not miss any part of my old life. Like you it was a tough decision but a choice that makes me happy and a better person. Thank you for sharing your life with us it means so much to so many of us. Safe travels my friend.
A very inspirational video, Carolyn. You continue to be one of my mentors. Following your own path and disregarding negative people are key to happiness. Carry on with your good work!
Hi Carolyn, I love your videos! Congratulations on your Anniversary. I look forward to your posts. #Capone
This is why I so enjoy your videos! Your openness is so refreshing! Many blessings Carolyn!
Thank you for sharing your past with us. This episode really touched my heart in many ways, and I can relate on many levels. You are a great lady and disengaging from your past demons is the best way to move forward. Keep up the work with your videos, have safe travels always!!!
Big hugs to you Margaret. Thank yoiu!
Carolyn's RV Life your very welcome Carolyn
Love your videos and message! So much of what you say resonates with my own life and way of thinking. Nice to know we're not alone. Keep up the great work!
Thank you again for your frank, honest outlook. I've never met anyone from a perfect family. We all have serious problems. Some people try to cover them up by posting "perfect" photos and comments on Facebook. Ha! Keep up your wonderful work, Carolyn. You really know how to talk to your cameras as if it's me. Awesome.
We’ve been watching your videos for almost the entire year. I have been impressed with how much more relaxed you are now. Thanks for sharing your life. Love #Capone!!
I love your 'humanness' Carolyn, seeing it helps me accept my own
Appreciate all your YT work! Carolyn, thank you for the travel, creativity, honesty, kindness.......
Happy you are calmer now. I hope you do this for a while yet! ❤️
#Capone..I so envy you your life being free..I am 73 and so wish I could be a Nomad..I have watched you since you began on RUclips..on my TV mostly..I live on a limited income..I live in Covington, Indiana..Keep doing what you are doing..I look forward to seeing your vids..I love Capone..I have an all white cat named Casper..I joined the friendlys...on Facebook..proud to be a friendly! Be safe, be free, be kind!
Carolyn, After seeing this video I subscribed. The openness and sense of letting the walls down caught me. Looking forward to learning more about RVing and your experiences.
Exactly!!!! Stay true to YOU and they will come. Pippi and you are my mentors. Happy Anniversary! I look forward to many more videos from you. Big hug!
CoolCat Carolena /
Been with you since the start because of your authenticity and message of personal empowerment. Your honesty is a breath of fresh air in today’s world.
I have been watching you from the begining and have enjoyed every video. Keeep up the great work. Bless you on your adventures.
Thank you so much for being here w/me through it all. It means a lot! hugs EMU!
Happy one year to you and #Capone. You are an inspiration and I just love that you are just being you and not what others want you to be!
Boy, does my background in family mirror yours to a T!! And it made me a stronger person for it. :) Congrats on your 1 year anniversary. And I loved your Shawnee Lake and Salton Sea vids! #Capone
Carolyn, thank you for just being you. I love your channel and watch it often, and myself being a 7 year full-timer in a class c also I find your channel enjoyable, refreshing, and honest. Also being from a totally dysfunctional family I totally understand what you talked about. I too was self-employed, at 52 just threw it away (kids grown, on my own), and cast off the bowlines. I make about 20% of what I made before annually but I now enjoy every day. Keep the vids coming, and best of luck to you.
The whole thing is a big trap, Carolyn! And you know it first hand!Beautiful words about entrepreneurship are everywhere; to keep the majority of those that beLIEve in it, in the rat race!To get where you are now and how you are doing it, is the great challenge!And you are doing it, brilliantly!Like yourself, I too arrived at the same conclusion that you present to us in every single one of your episodes ( ouverture) and that is for me, a reaffirmation of a "state of being" to which I wish to belong!You have a tough skin. I wouldn't put up with half of the abuse and incomprehension that you had to deal with in order to be here, right now and for our delight; commemorating your first anniversary!Congratulations and THANK YOU!Cheers!
Congratulations Carolyn on your one year anniversary! I've been enjoying watching you for the past 6 months and learned so much from you. You are wonderful! #Capone
Congratulation Carolyn, blessed to see your videos. You have mentored lots of women as well in how to empower themselves. #capone
Congratulations Carolyn...being authentic is key to personal happiness. Cheers girl! Love & hug to Capone (:
Thank for sharing a piece of you in your videos. I enjoy watching #capone explore in the background. He's a sweet furbaby. I look forward to finding out who wins the headlight...headlamp. I know I could use it but I'm sure I'm not the only one.
I commented on your video earlier and i said we basically do not have very much in common. I want to take that back, we have more in common than i thought after watching this video. I am also the black sheep of the family & I totally understand what you mean about family. I love that part where you say " thank you for being okay with my humanness" I need that in writing in full sight for me and my children. I'm starting over and i think that's a very good starter point. Find people who are okay with your humanness and also make sure that I can forgive people for their humanness. Beautiful thank you
#Capone
congrats on your first year! may you have many more happy ones to come.. i truly hope to meet you out there one day, the sooner the better (as i've got 10 yrs on ya) lol ..stay safe.. Wanda )O(
Carolyn, I love your videos. You are so open and honest.You have a beautiful spirit that shines overtime you smile. Keep up the good works.
I'm so happy I found your videos.
Just keep doing what you do! We need it so badly! You give so many hope to live better in their lives.
Wow, i started making vids the end of Oct 2016. I went full time rv july 15th, 2017. You were one of a few who inspired me.
Catching up on your videos while packing to move. First step to full-time RVing......downsizing! This may be my favorite video so far. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Carolyn!! Road on!!!!
#capone I enjoy your videos! You are right in that there is so much dysfunction in our country. It may be why more and more people want to sort of escape and get away from it all. Thank you for opening up! It can’t be easy.😊
Thank you Debbie... Knowing there are so many good people like you here makes it worthwhile!! ,3
It is helpful for me to hear your story again as I embark on my own YT channel this summer. The key is to know your audience and who you are talking to. As I’ve narrowed it down, my primary audience is my family and curious others are welcome to come along for the journey. I’ve seen nastiness in comments, especially live streams, and I am concerned about that and hope I can keep my personal mission front and center. Your book helped. Thanks for gifting the e-book to me. Safe travels.
Congrats on your anniversary!
You are a marketing person and understand the neuonces(forgive my spelling) for building a following/clientele. Most of the You Tubers aren't, but you do have a lot to teach people like me. I feel that I'm learning so much from you and Bob and others. Thank you
#Capone
I love your videos. You've been to some amazing places.
I love the honesty of this video! I'm new to your channel, and I'm hopping around watching your old stuff. I'm a 49 year old teacher who has to work until I'm 70 because I didn't start my career until a couple of years ago because I spent my life taking care of people. But I want to spend my summers camping. It's my goal to get a camping rig by next summer. My parents were teachers and had a 1972 Fireball class C. We spent summers traveling the US starting when I was 5. I have RV gypsy in my blood. Watching you makes me want to get out on my own. Thanks Carolyn!
You are great its not easy to stand your ground
Hi Carolyn,
I'm catching up on all of your videos that I can and I love them. They help me to feel free. My circumstances make impossible for me to live free like you. Keep up the good work.
I love our laugh. It's uplifting !
:-) ty Robert
I love your dreams and your testimonies !
Hello! So here I am, re-watching some of my favorite videos in preparation of moving into my minivan and this one come up! I love that you are still so open and honest and transparent! It has been enlightening & empowering to listen to your life on the road! Much love!
#Capone - Happy Anniversary to you and Capone!