Why I left cottage/tiny home safety/10 essentials for a perfect outdoor home set-up
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Go for it Linda. Live life as you see fit. Old age comes quickly, along with many restrictions that could hinder travel. God bless and go with God.❤
Thank you Linda for putting these wonderful videos out there. Last week I put in my 30 days notice as I moved in with someone for 5 months. I'm moving back in to my car.. Never again will I live with anyone. Maybe a Motel if need be but, I missed my freedom. I turned 66 myself this past April and I am ready to live the Best Year's of My Life!!! You are a Blessing.
Thank you .🙏
Also, CONGRATULATIONS ON 40 THOUSAND SUBSCRIBERS!!!!!! 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉💖💖💖💖💖
Bad road noise. Really hard to hear you.
Got it! Multiple comments saying the same thing😐😊
Keep on doing what makes you happy Linda, I'll always tag along. It's fab seeing you on the road again, feeding your gypsy soul. Have a wonderful Monday, cannot wait for your next video. Oh, congrats on 40K subscribers🥂. Belated Birthday wishes too.🎂. You go girl!
Thank you very much, I appreciate you being here for the journey ❤️🤗🙏
I was under the impression the "working" and saving was to support the tiny home build. Now that you have that, why are you back on the road. I know this same situation happened with the last tiny home. Please try make peace with just being. Activity doesn't define you. Allow yourself to be free and learn to grow in your home.
By your judgmental comment I’m not so sure you are really following/listening about my journey or being open to understanding what I’m doing. “I know this same situation happened..” 🤷♀️I do not have an endless stream of income, I do look ahead, plan and set goals. I’m interested in living debt free at this juncture of my life. I own an older vehicle. I don’t share my personal finances here as I would think you would not share yours either if you had a channel. I like working and thank God every day for the ability to do so. Life is precious and I find treasure in every day.. so much to go see do and I ask God to use me all for His glory.. not sit at home. Wonderful opportunities to stretch and grow in the great outdoors.. make new friends with very interesting lives of their own.. I’m “living life large” in God’s masterpiece. God bless you in all your endeavors and in the things that make you content.
Linda's cottage is her HOME-BASE. I cannot imagine Linda ever being happy sitting inside of her cottage just peeking out of the window for the rest of her life. She works a job as needed. She smiles the most when she GO-SEE-DO in her VAN-Home. She is at peace doing what she loves and planning for her future is wise. Maybe you would be even more content watching Homesteaders or learn to travel to new places making new friends. Come to think of it homesteaders take trips to visit friends, festivals, meetups, events, vacations, etc., Maybe your point of view is not for Linda. Sounds to me you are trying to convince yourself to be content while allowing life to pass you by. If you are still able to go on adventures try it. You just might like it. Don't wait for permission or others to go with you. Just test the waters.
Thank you very much for weighing in Barbara and articulating your thoughts so well. I appreciate it. 🤗❤️🙏
I keep dreaming on doing this Linda but what stops me is what family and friends would say ❤❤❤@SereneandSimpleLife
@@SereneandSimpleLifeSafe Travels❤❤❤
Are there tornados or hurricanes where tiny home is located?
Linda you asked for feedback from us RUclipsrs so here it is
It's fun to hear your plans. Safe travels! We just visited Colorado.
Don't tell everything, even your safety measures at tiny home. I don't fear monger, I've just seen some people w/ evil intentions on other channels. Of course you and yours are surrounded by the holy white light of protection, but just being aware. What plans you have!! Much joy, health, prosperity to you.
Thanks Michelle ❤️🤗🙏
Hi Linda 🙋♀️ Safe travels ❤😊 Beautiful scenery ❤😊 Thanks for the updates & Congratulations on reaching 40,000🎉🎊♥️
Thank you so much! Appreciate you being here❤️🤗🙏
Thanks for sharing your life with us. I’m so looking forward to your picnic table talks. I love you and all of your content ❤.
I’ve been away and working a lot of hours since May, so it’s nice to catch up on things. I love hearing about your travels and plans for your home. You live a beautiful life, full of grace and gratitude. ❤
Welcome back! Missed you and your loving, kind comments ❤️🙏🤗
Hello Linda,, nice trip and I have watched your shorts and all videos,, I enjoy them all..Love the go see do!!!! God bless you all the way there and back....
Thanks so much, many blessings your way too!❤️🤗😊
Loved your adventures last summer 🌞
I have 2 different "Say It Display It" sets!!! Going to add to them when I see you in Quartzsite! I also have Linda's Books! What a beautiful and talented friend we have!
We are BLESSED!!!
Marie ❤️
Awe Marie.. there you go again, making this girl’s day. Thank you for your generous compliment. I’m just trying to be a good servant and asking God to use me all for His glory. I’m the same as anyone else.. thank you for being an awesome-uplifting friend❤️🙏🤗
LOL.....my tendency to experience carsickness kicked in with this video....even while i am sitting safely in my recliner...LOL! Safe travels. I will check back in later.
Thank you for continuing to take us along on your journey. Congratulations on 40k subscribers. I just finished a 10 day canoe paddle with friends and family in a really remote area. We basically were in a primitive wild area with no cell signal and days and miles between places that even had potable water. It was wonderful, but makes me so thankful for all the convenience of vehicle travel. Thank you again for taking the time to create your videos. Blessings ❤🙏😊
Happy Birthday. God bless
Thanks!🙏❤️🤗
I had a metal shed and we had to build a floor to set it on and anchor it to or you can do concrete. They don’t seal well so bees & other insects can easily get in plus mine you couldn’t stand up in it without hitting your head also if you get heavy snow they’re not as strong as a wooden structure. In fall the acorn’s would ping off the roof 😂
I saw couple of videos of you in the CheapRV Living Channel and just subscribed to your channel also place a purchase in your business page. You got a new fan!
Thank you! Welcome. I appreciate you being here and your interest too❤️🤗🙏
Enjoy hearing about your plans at the tiny home. I am having to rebuild a mountain cabin summer home since mind burned down. I have never built a home and now learning about permits etc. It is nice you can travel, work and the tiny home updates!
Thank you! So sorry about your loss. Happy to hear you are able to rebuild❤️🤗🙏
Lifes work ❤ and yes you have the ability to do so and that is a blessing in itself because not everyone can work❤ now I've been a full timer for 14 years and I did work very hard for many years before I became disabled and I have been patiently praying and waiting to have a home base I'm about the same age as you are so with my situation I really do need to get out of this full-time as it is a lot of work as many say it's not always joyful😂 right now the heat is on at 9000 ft up by the lake am I suppose it's the best place for me to be while I wait for that date August 1st and my storage is over by Palm Springs I just have a few things in there for 8 years that I just could not part with❤ and the seats😂 I'm surprised they haven't deteriorated in the past 8 years we shall see I do have insurance. Like you I lead a busy life and I keep God in it 24/7 I'm doing the handsome Creek on RUclips you may want to check that out it's a natural outdoor with horses sermons and bible studies in the group is growing out there in Kentucky❤ okay one thing is I can barely hear your audio right now and I have my volume all the way up Linda okay so I'm really enjoying watching your growth on all that you're doing however I do hope you're going to be able to just take some time out and just breathe❤ meantime back to waiting till August 1st what am I going to do with utilities after 14 years of going without and flushing toilet oh my goodness. God bless you along the way Linda❤
Not smart my friend, especially alone😢😮 not in this day & time & at our age.
Rest sites along the roads are especially NOT SAFE.
Watch other van-car lifers & there experiences on rest stops.
Worry about all seniors thinking this is the only resource..
Seniors - women "alone" are BIG targets
I agree. Rest stops are not safe, especially for a lone woman.
I never stop at the rest stops. They look seedy. It is not safe for women who are alone.
Please see my comment to Jeanie above.. I’m not letting a couple or even a few bad happenings shut me down.. I choose to not live that way.. God’s got me. When He wants to take me home I’m more than ready.. I just hope others know Him so they too are ready! I use my God given intuition and stay alert. We all have to do that no matter where we are or what we’re doing. Plenty of bad things happen in people’s homes too.
Incorrect.
12 states no longer allow overnight stays at their rest areas. 3-4 hour cap on parking to rest in those states. Restrictions now in place are changing what van dwellers and other mobile nomads may do in those 12 states. Google it to see the list of states enforcing the restricted stays at their hwy rest areas. Sure puts a crimp in the plans for travelers using the state operated rest areas 😢
Great work!
Linda, Your content is good. Congratulations on getting 40,000 subscribers. It is of recent becoming more dangerous for those of us traveling aone. I no longer overnight at rest areas. I make my drives at night and sleep mornings. Go see do in the afternoon. Make diner plan my next drive and start again.
I don’t believe it. It is becoming more pronounced because of social media.. think about it.. thousands of people visit rest areas, stay overnight and we hear 5 stories ( just a number I picked) and all of a sudden they’re not safe.. thank you social media.. (sarcasm) how many people are robbed and murdered in their homes? I just can’t live with fear and stop doing something I enjoy because I’m a “single woman”.. God knows! And He puts His hedge of protection around me because I walk in faith and trust Him! Thank you Jesus for your amazing gift of protection. I understand bad things happen to good people.. I will continue to trust Him till He takes me home. Doesn’t mean I won’t be vigilant of my surroundings and use my God given intuition but I won’t live in fear and stop certain actions because to me that is succumbing to exactly where the devil wants us to be.. afraid to navigate like we use to..
@@SereneandSimpleLife Well said ☀️
Hope your correct. Just felt led to tell you what I do for peace of mind. @@SereneandSimpleLife
no it isn't becoming more dangerous.
Why did 12 states making it illegal to park overnight at their rest areas? Something to consider. Just don't go to those 12 states I suppose.
I really enjoy your vids. I'll be taking off on my own in October.👍👍👍
Thank you! I’m glad you’re here.. appreciate it!❤️🤗🙏
Thanks for the update! I enjoyed seeing the Ohio exit signs as that’s where I’m originally from.👍😁
Beautiful video Linda!
Thank you so much!❤️🙏🤗
Belated Happy Birthday Ms. Linda greetings from the Philippines.
Stay safe and God bless
Thank you.
I couldn't hear you I heard a lot of road noise. Perhaps using the microphone like you used at the Meetup would be helpful
Hmm.. I re-listened to the video and I’m coming across quite clear on my I-phone.. not disputing you didn’t have trouble hearing as you said. Though the noise you hear is the A/C running not road noise
Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.
You are so welcome❤️🙏🤗
Fun drive and talk. It was hard to hear you over the loud car noise, but we managed. Have a safe trip. God Bless❤
Thank you! You too!
You could-can still do what your sign says: GO SEE DO, & make youtube videos inside your home.
My preference would be wood! Sounds like some great additions to be looking forward to.. I remember when you mentioned you were going to sell your last tiny home and build one on your own land. Well congratulations, you did it. You've come a long way baby!! I always check in to see what you are up to..
Thanks for being here!❤️🤗🙏
WOOD more cozy- for sure!
Go to mackinaw island I was born and raised there .. I’m in Alabama but I love going home
Stay tuned😊
I'm counting down till my last day of seasonal work...October 27!!!😁Marie ❤
Oh I hear you.. counting down here too! Hope you are on the mends!🙏🤗❤️
Hi Linda!😊 I would like to see more of your inspirational videos!! Have a safe travels!! May God bless you and keep you safe and healthy 😊
Ready to go, see, do! Safe and happy travels 🚗! Stay blessed! 🌸💟
Waving hello
I know this area your at in the area I lived for at least 25 yrs.,I havent seen it in a while,since covid I havent been home. Your almost there Wapakoneta, l now live in Florida.
Could you add a garage/storage building for parking under a cover for when it snows , storms, etc.?
$$$ we’ll see.. first things first as my daddy use to say😊
I thought you were working on a rv park.
Not sure what you are referring to.. or when you think I said that.. I have mentioned an RV spot on my land.. I have a 30 amp already for that.. now landscaping..
I thought so too. In the short video where you showed your set up for the summer/work camp/landing zone site with your clam and the canopy, etc was where you were staying for a job you said you had for the summer. I’m confused.
40,000 subscribers...🥳 It was good traveling along the road with you I so miss being able to do that so it was like old times 'on the road again...on the road again' :-) Sounds like you are well covered back home and, of course...."It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; He will not leave you or forsake you." Blessings in your travels and at work.
Thank you and happy you’re here! ❤️🙏🤗
Love watching your journeys.
Usually the sound is perfect when you record
🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌 I hope that all is well!! I think that the shorter videos and the longer videos each have different merits in terms of choosing one! I hope that everything is going well! ☀️☀️☀️
Yes! Thank you!🤗❤️🙏
Great driving video
Thank you!🙏❤️🤗
Oh my gosh, you are thinking of visiting Alaska 🥰
I thought you found another job after the last one didn’t work out.
Indeed I did.. not understanding where you are in my journey but this video where you are commenting is months ago.. today’s video is showing my new home.. YT doesn’t always put them order in your feed.. critical to click the bell to get notifications so you don’t get lost😊🙏❤️
40,000 subs!! Congrats on not being stuck..but loving your new home...what fast progress..may not feel like that but wowza!!
Thanks so much!! I appreciate your support and kindness very much❤️🙏🤗
@@SereneandSimpleLife xoxo
I would build the shed out of wood..It would bring the value 💲of your home up..!!..
I remember when I was 66 ..!!.My 👀”s. Blinked twice since then -68 now….It goes quick doesn’t it
Nice watching Linda ✌️💙STAY COOL “”
Hmm.. I was starting to lean towards metal.. wood is more maintenance and potential for termites..
up north we have termites if the wood is on the ground..Always Keep the shed At least 8 inches off the ground on concrete peers…I know does south termites are a big problem ..
I am thinking, that your voice comments should be done during stops…..noise is overpowering from your car. Perhaps a different microphone. Be safe.
Hmm.. I re-listened to the video and I’m coming across quite clear on my I-phone.. not disputing you didn’t have trouble hearing as you said. Though the noise you hear is the A/C on.. so sorry.. the idea is to talk while driving.. on the interstate there are no stops.. needed to keep going to get where I needed to go..
Congratulations on 40,000 subscribers! I think a wood structure might be more stable and resist the weather changes and be cozy. I was hoping you could find work closer to your tiny home! Nice video but i always have trouble hearing with the road noise. I also wear hearing aids. I hope you will give yourself some time to rest when you get to your worksite. That is a lot of driving, and it usually wears me out. Be safe and vigilant. Remember there is safety in numbers! Thanks for taking us along for the ride. God Bless Zlinda and family.🎉😊❤🙏✝️💖💐 Happy Birthday Linda!…🎂🎈
Thanks Judith! I wasn’t interested in work closer to home. There’s no adventure in that for me.
Wood
Can't you get dressed in the Clam?
Not unless she has 4 solid flaps to pull down over the screen walls, I don't remember.
Yes.. definitely..
@michelle7352 some clams don't have coverings/flaps? That seems strange.
Sorry, I don't get it! Its not the same out there that it was just a few months ago. Research what is going on with lone women traveling.
My security is free and priceless. I need no electricity or special gadgets. His name is Jesus, Fear mongering and generalized fear coming across through social media is not where I live. It’s intensified and I’m not succumbing to it. Bad things happen in homes, good neighborhoods.. you name it. 5 people are affected and 5000 people are
@@SereneandSimpleLifeOh wow, I was totally on your side about the danger warnings and wanting to live free until you called it fear mongering. Horrible stories of people, mostly women, who go missing on road trips are very real as those of us who follow such stories know all to well. Where is the fear monger? I personally wouldn't attempt a road trip without a gun at my side. I'm not so silly as to think it couldn't happen to me and, sure, THE ODDS are that it won't...until it does. And I'm sorry, but unless maybe if you live in the hood, will you be robbed and hurt in your home. It DOESN'T happen everyday in "good neighborhoods" AT ALL..in fact, it's extremely rare which is exactly why we CHOOSE to live in nice neighborhoods..to DECREASE the chance of a crime happening, right? It's not fear mongering to post the stories that are out there as a warning or to express one's fears about the wickedness that exists "out there". Like it or not, you DO take a risk as a woman traveling alone on the highways and in rest areas without any way to defend yourself (ASIDE from God) should a sticky situation arise. You HAVE been very lucky and blessed that it has never happened and I hope it never does but to call it fear-mongering, that's kinda odd, to be honest Facts are the facts. Bad things DO happen to good people because evil lurks everywhere. However, it's very rare that it happens in a nice home in a good neighborhood. Just saying! Lol That said, road trips are fun so I get that part too.... Safe travels!!