Thank you guys for understanding the need for breaks every now and then- Creating weekly videos is one of the most rewarding, and challenging things I’ve ever tried to do, and taking weeks off is so so so SO necessary but also incredibly scary. And the support within this community has carried me throughout this journey so far- and I don’t have enough words to explain how grateful I am for that. Here’s to learning how listen to our bodies when they tell us they need to slow down ✨
If you don't care for yourself nobody will. I'm a patron because I see somebody that is allowing us into your journey of growing up. It's great to watch u figure out your problems and grow as a beautiful young lady. When u are off a couple of weeks u make sure to tell us so we don't worry about u. You're the greatest!! Peace&Love KenL
We can be grateful for every video you make. Many people would never dare to live and travel in a van, and together with you, they can. That’s awesome! My reason for watching your videos: I’ve been traveling through Europe since 2018, but I will go to the US in some years. I want to see some interesting places and meet some people who share the love for freedom and peace. I wish you a wonderful week 🍀
Your storytelling, editing & video work has grown drastically over the last year. The accidental discovery of that final location was a major gift from the van life gods. Enjoy the adventure.
I can't explain it, but your uploads always seem to align with the time of my day where I'm feeling stressed while working. They're always right there to bring me some much needed relaxation
Hey girl it's fantastic to see you again. Don't let RUclips control your life do what you can when you can. I look forward to see you, a young lady with the world at your fingertips. I'm a 63 year old male from Australia and you inspire me. Thanks for what you do.
I remember a few episodes back you were talking about how you wanted to get better at filming - and GIRL, YOU. ARE. DOING. IT! Loving the style you're developing and how you're finding your way. I make RUclips videos in a similar spirit to yours and honestly having our vision match the product is seriously one of the most fulfilling things ever. So happy you're enjoying my state! It is truly is the Land of Enchantment -- just wait till you see Northern NM -- it will blow you away (although still a little chilly perhaps). When I make my videos - one of the main things I get overwhelmed by is how in the world to even begin to capture it's beauty (taking my Part 107 drone test soon tho so that should help 🥸) Sending my best!
I love Finn so much; he was so cute and having fun running around and playing. He is such a wonderful travel companion. Thank you for this video it's calming, relaxing, awesome to charge your body with great energy. Amazing! 💖🐕🦺
I live in Albuquerque, and New Mexico is such an under appreciated gem! You wouldn’t go wrong choosing to make it your home base. Best wishes for continued good luck and success!
Southern NM is amazing, I made this place my home after traveling through the area number of times over the past seven years, note; I have plenty of money to live anywhere in world, but nothing brings peace to my soul like this magical area, and the people is truly what makes this place special:)
So cool! I camped at Fort Stanton and Baca two weeks ago and love that area! I can't believe how many miles I got hiking and still seem to barely have scratched the surface of what to explore!
So glad you go to experience the New Mexico wild weather. March/April is the windy season here, unfortunately. Hopefully you come back and visit during our sunny weather! Lots to do up here in Northern NM too! You think southern NM has some views? Just head north and you'll see!
@@MariahAlice You have to try Santa Fe and the art scene there. The Valles Caldera is beautiful (if you've seen Longmire on Netflix you know). Taos has a similar art scene as Santa Fe and views of the Rocky Mountains. There you can see the Rio Grande Gorge too. Ghost Ranch is worth a look see also.
@@derek_the_nerd totally spot on, great suggestions!! I just left Rio Rancho NM last year for Portland OR, now down in ELP TX. Looking to possibly move back to NM. I didn’t think I’d miss it soooooo much. Taos is amazing, it’s kinda like Santa Fe lite. Lol! I still haven’t been to Choco Canyon nor Cloudcroft area yet. Oh also the Blue hole in Santa Rosa.
Bandelier National Monument, one of my very favorite places here in NM. Also Chaco Canyon. And when the Pueblos are open again (have been closed due to Covid), visiting Taos or Acoma.
I have enjoyed your channel for sometime. Today’s was especially stunningly beautiful. New Mexico has a special place in my heart. I lived there over 40 years ago. That you might consider it a home brought me to tears. It truly is the Land Of Enchantment.
So I know we are complete strangers. But you have NO idea how much watching your videos on regular calm me down. I ❤️ love you videos. And they seem to just bring this inner peace in me. I have always dreamed to live on the go. To just live in a tiny house and travel and see the world 🌎. And just the way you narrate them and are just open and honest is what makes my heart happy. I do hope one day I can do what you do. But having a family with young children and feeling like I'm stuck in a marriage it feels so out of reach right now. But I do hope one day I will be as happy and just free feeling as you. Keep up the great work! You're doing amazing.
You are living the most ideal life right now in my eyes. When you can just drive to the music you enjoy and take in all these beautiful places without the distraction of people is pure bliss. All you need is your doggie pal and the open road. It's a beautiful thing to be able to find enjoyment and peace with ones self. I find in those situations of being in a quiet atmosphere in the wilds alone is when I can think the clearest and I feel most comfortable in my own skin. Keep on living the most pure life you can lady! Cheers, Danny.
Welcome to my world. I moved from Chicago to New Mexico almost 30 years ago. I bought a campground, a few years later the state shut it down. I need a new revenue source so I put in gas. If you’re on interstate 25, we’ve got a place for you to park on the Pecos River for free at exit 319. My place is called Pecos River Station and I’ve got 25 acres that overlook at the Pecos River in the back. Very nice very private.
Very nice presentation of my state! Because there are relatively few inhabitants, there are many public places that are fairly remote and uncrowded. Carlsbad Caverns would not be one of those places, but it is worth hiking to the bottom of the Caverns at least once in a lifetime. You did not mention the Roswell UFO Museum, which was a movie theater when I was a kid. It has no actual space alien artifacts, but to some folks, it is a necessary stop on any national tour. Really good video- the still shots were a good addition.
I love when you are in my neck of the woods. White sands is my favorite place in the world. And I am so happy you found your spot in the mountains. There are parts of New Mexico that are desolate, but so much more is awe inspiring. Also, the best green chile in the world.
Great video Mariah, I think we have every Anker portable power station made, really good products. We like North New Mexico, so tranquil, just do your homework if your planning on buying land up there, water sources are minimumal,
I love the fact that you break out your route map every so often-it really helps me to get a good compass of how you are actually traveling and your thought process it’s a great visual!
Oh Mariah. I look forward so much to when I see that you have posted a new video. In this crazy world right now, you make me remember that there are still great things in life to celebrate. Thank you (and Finn) so much! Be safe.
I need these to keep me going as my husband and I try to fix up the van I hope to be using for travels. Thank you for posting but don't worry about always being on time, being handcuffed to your tech is no way to live and I know we'd all rather see you happy!
Next time you catch yourself on HWY 82 look for Westside Rd in High Rolls. It runs on the top side of the Sacramento mountains with elevations between 7k & 9800 feet. Breathless views from the mountains looking down..:)
Hey Mariah, glad you were able to enjoy southern New Mexico. I live in a town you passed through. I love it here. Glad you do too. I wish you and the pup safe and exciting travels.
Those colours in the shots with you in White Sands Park are beautiful! Must have been pure magic! Love your time lapses of the night sky. Glad you found some quality time and peace in the New Mexico outback!
Hi Mariah! It's really always a pleasure to watch your videos. Sitting here, with a very good cup of coffee and following your thoughts. Of course, I'm already a big fan of little Finn too. Like almost everywhere else in the world, life has not been easy these last 2 years, especially when it comes to traveling and all the more I appreciate riding along with you a bit. Stay the way you are and all the best! Best regards from Vienna (Austria) [not Australia]
Mariah, it's so easy to appreciate so much about you. You seamlessly orchestrate your blogs with so many features, from drones to pics set into your videos, to your ads that are actually educational, and you do all this, with precision, grace, knowledge, and it's such a treat to see your sweet beauty🎶💥 You are a true treasure and loved by sooooo many🙏
I see a lot of comments about your showing the sky and stars and I agree. An open "big" sky is one reason I want to travel west this summer. Really looking forward to seeing the starlit night sky without city lights dimming them. I would love to see you video more of that! Thanks Mariah!
Hi Mariah ! A new video from you always brings me a good feeling, I really appreciate it, thank you for the wonderful places you visit and share with us. Please continue traveling for those of us who can't. God bless you.
Nice video, you made New Mexico look like a place I need to plan on spending time at. Hope your heater gets fixes quickly….just in time for summer. Totally understand you needing breaks, filming and editing videos is a lot of work and you need time for yourself. We will still be here.
Central New Mexico is an enchanting area. The terrain is diverse with lots of nooks to find and spend some time. It's probably too late for this trip, but if you get a chance I'd recommend visiting Three Rivers Petroglyph area. You drove past it on the way to Carrizozo. There are over 26,000 petroglyphs on the ridge that can be seen up close via self guided tours. Even taking an hour or two to to walk around is well worth the effort. The petroglyphs are not marred or defaced and most are recognizable. Just a suggestion. Thanks for taking us along on the drive.
I like your Forest Gump ending of "and that's all I'm going to say about that". Mariah, I'm an old guy who thoroughly enjoys your videos. Keep'em coming, young lady.
such a beautiful State that you are in. Never would have guessed. It's really unbelievable just how blue the skies are there in NM. So enjoyed ur video. Merci
Excellent video as usual. You are so free out there in the space and enjoying it. Breaks are needed no matter what. Listen to your body and take as much time as you need. Have fun and enjoy.
Welcome to my neck of the woods, or state anyhow! New Mexico is the 5th largest state (people don't realize that) and it is called the Land of Enchantment for a reason - we have desert and sand dunes, and prairies and wildlife, and high snow capped mountains, and amazing camping and hiking and backpacking... because we have one of the lowest populations in the USA. Free open spaces to enjoy....
I was born in Carlsbad and lived in artesia most of my childhood, so cool to see you around here. I’m now in Texas but only a 2 and a half hour drive to Carlsbad for me!
So glad you had fun in my home state! There are definitely some beautiful areas. The desert cold is no joke. Weather tends to change quickly. Watch for flash flooding in all areas. If you get a chance head to Northern New Mexico and drive the Enchanted Circle. Visit Jemez Pueblo and get some horno bread and fry bread.
Great video! New Mexico is a really nice place to be - even in the largest city (Albuquerque), you’re 20 minutes in any direction from absolute emptiness. The politics aren’t too crazy, cost of living is very low, and we have universal Pre-K and universal college (free!). I’ve found it very calming to move out here, although there is definitely some spiritual vortex around Carrizozo - only place where I’ve been really uncomfortable here. As it warms up, check out Truth of Consequences (esp. Riverbend Hot Springs) and the Jemez mountains (esp. Bandelier and Valles Caldera National Monuments).
Great video, thank you for sharing this with us today. What a fantastic location to be able to go. You handled very well. Have an awesome week and with your new travels. From Henrico County Virginia
You work so hard and is appreciated by all of us. I started to watch your videos about a year ago and I have been obsessed ever since. You have such a gorgeous, fun personality and Finn is just the cutest thing ever. I always look forward to your videos because they really light up my day. Keep it up Darling. 💕
I’m glad to see you’re taking breaks and just enjoying yourself. Breaks be very important from anything and everything, regardless of how much you love it. Those mountains are pretty 😍
Hey Mariah Alice! So happy to see you find peace. I find my most inner peace in big parks...in the quiet..and I crochet...or take wildlife photos. Its cold still in Wisconsin. So outside time isn't available. I might tomorrow in our warmer day (48°) use a heating pad and sit outside in my yard. I live vicariously through you...til I can enjoy the days outside. Be safe...be well. 🙏🏻🌷❤
Yes, that is so true...if i neclect the sighns, i start to stumble, fall over nothing and hurt myself, all cilly things. I understand. Take your time, i am gratefull for just watching what jou posted... I love Fynn, he is so lively.. Take care you2
I love these vans, but when it's windy they feel like giant sails and push whatever direction the winds goes. Kinda unnerving sometimes. And, Carlsbad Caverns are awesome. Definitely try to go see them if you get the chance. It's quite astounding.
Ayyy you found our little piece of paradise "Lincoln National Park" yeah it's absolutely beautiful there, Majestic. And has some cool history if you're into that kind of thing. It's cool to see you passing thru my place of life, makes me feel somewhat connected to these videos even tho I'm not personally involved haha "sorry you didn't make it thru the caverns, totally forgot you need a reservation now" Another Great Mariah Video. Keep up the good work! And keep Staying Safe! Ohh and next time you make it down to see the caverns instead of sleeping in the Walmart parking lot, I have a driveway or a empty rental house next door, if you would like some more privacy.
Hi Mariah, You gave me some tips last year to get me started in Sedona. As part of that trip I make it to Carlsbad Caverns. It was a highlight of my trip. I hope you can make it there someday.
Thanks for the updates on the parks. Had no idea about the online reservations either. Thanks for the map. It makes it easier to follow along on the journey.
I admire you young solo travelers! How do you do it? Finding your way. Dealing with occasional loneliness. I had planned to do this at 80. Then I realized since I have bad knees and can’t walk very long at a time it was not wise. My brain isn’t 80 and I think I can do like I could at 70 even. Ugh!!! Enjoy your youth. Never take it for granted. 🥰
I have just binged watch all your videos and you are now one of my favorite RUclipsrs. It's amazing how you went from calming chaos to pro van life zen master
Wow! Such a beautiful place. You have done a great job of showing the beauty around you. I wish you only the best of everything. Take the time to enjoy your life and live it as you see fit. Thank you again for sharing this with us!
Love your wry sense of humor. You always make me smile and chuckle. New Mexico is beautiful and I too am considering making it my home base. Maybe we could go in on a place...lol...just kidding, I'm old enough to be your grandfather but I can dream.
Quick tip to keep your cutting board from sliding on the counter: lightly wet a napkin/paper towel and put it underneath (then you also have a cleanup cloth ready); or you can use one of those rubber circle bottle opener things
I'm so glad you went to New Mexico. It seems to be passed by by many of the full-time nomad channels I watch and I've been curious about it and it's heralded natural beauty. Yay! You cooked!!!
Great content. 12:00 to 12:04 time stamp, you caught 2 shooting stars. I slowed it down and watched it over and over because it was sooooo beautiful! I'm 68, single, with my little dog, and you inspire me. I plan to get out there with my very slow converted old SUV. Thank you! Finn is adorableness playing with his little freesby. Where did you find that? Thank you again. God bless you and Finn. ❤
I'm finally making my way back to New Mexico next week for a vacation. Absolutely love this state. Everyone needs some time to recharge, your doing an amazing job!
your videos are are one of the few that i really look forward to seing every week. i love watching finn and you having so much fun. finn is so adorable. and i love all the anker stuff i use on a daily basis. top notch for sure.
I was going to say I was jealous of the caverns, however I did not know that you had to buy tickets in advance. Thank you for sharing that information. I enjoy the beautiful landscapes that you are sharing. Thank you so much and safe travels‼️
Oh hey! My partner and I have been wandering NM for the past few weeks as well. Our heater IS working but we still are a bit uncomfortable with these weird cold spells 😂 We hit up Silver, Las Cruces, White Sands, Cloudcroft, and got several inches of snow in the mountains east of Albuquerque! And yes, my weather app also said "rain" with the little raindrops. Lol. We just left Santa Fe - nice town. Some easy but not super nice camping just west of town. Now up in Santa Fe National Forest just off highway 4 and this spot is beautiful! (If a tad cold)
What a weather! The food 🥰 If you were inspired by a certain person making this nice colorful food, I might know who she is. I always loved to see her cooking. These mountains 😍
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Thank you guys for understanding the need for breaks every now and then- Creating weekly videos is one of the most rewarding, and challenging things I’ve ever tried to do, and taking weeks off is so so so SO necessary but also incredibly scary. And the support within this community has carried me throughout this journey so far- and I don’t have enough words to explain how grateful I am for that. Here’s to learning how listen to our bodies when they tell us they need to slow down ✨
What you do is a lifestyle and also a job, so good people don't expect you to work 52 weeks per year 😎
I'm new, I will watch all eventually.
I'm a VanLife x airline, retired early
Let's go!!!
Self care is so important
If you don't care for yourself nobody will. I'm a patron because I see somebody that is allowing us into your journey of growing up. It's great to watch u figure out your problems and grow as a beautiful young lady. When u are off a couple of weeks u make sure to tell us so we don't worry about u. You're the greatest!! Peace&Love KenL
We can be grateful for every video you make. Many people would never dare to live and travel in a van, and together with you, they can. That’s awesome! My reason for watching your videos: I’ve been traveling through Europe since 2018, but I will go to the US in some years. I want to see some interesting places and meet some people who share the love for freedom and peace. I wish you a wonderful week 🍀
Your storytelling, editing & video work has grown drastically over the last year.
The accidental discovery of that final location was a major gift from the van life gods.
Enjoy the adventure.
They really look out for me I’m telling you
The Cloudcroft - Ruidoso area has some great camping up in the mountains. It's perfect in the summer. Not too hot. Not too cold.
Cloudcroft definitely one of my favorite parts of New Mexico.
I can't explain it, but your uploads always seem to align with the time of my day where I'm feeling stressed while working. They're always right there to bring me some much needed relaxation
I’m noticing these types of things more and more lately
I love the way Finn looks at you. That is unconditional love at its best.
Hey girl it's fantastic to see you again. Don't let RUclips control your life do what you can when you can. I look forward to see you, a young lady with the world at your fingertips. I'm a 63 year old male from Australia and you inspire me. Thanks for what you do.
I remember a few episodes back you were talking about how you wanted to get better at filming - and GIRL, YOU. ARE. DOING. IT! Loving the style you're developing and how you're finding your way. I make RUclips videos in a similar spirit to yours and honestly having our vision match the product is seriously one of the most fulfilling things ever. So happy you're enjoying my state! It is truly is the Land of Enchantment -- just wait till you see Northern NM -- it will blow you away (although still a little chilly perhaps). When I make my videos - one of the main things I get overwhelmed by is how in the world to even begin to capture it's beauty (taking my Part 107 drone test soon tho so that should help 🥸) Sending my best!
That timelapse tho 😍 New Mexico is climbing up the list of potential future homes for me too. This place is so magical
It’s unreal out here
@@MariahAlice I love that you two are falling for NM!
I live in abq new mexico for past 10 years its ok ..
I agree with both of you dreaming about New Mexico! Feels like home to me (and I’ve never explored there).
Until you get robbed at gunpoint by meth-heads
I love Finn so much; he was so cute and having fun running around and playing. He is such a wonderful travel companion. Thank you for this video it's calming, relaxing, awesome to charge your body with great energy. Amazing! 💖🐕🦺
I live in Albuquerque, and New Mexico is such an under appreciated gem! You wouldn’t go wrong choosing to make it your home base. Best wishes for continued good luck and success!
Southern NM is amazing, I made this place my home after traveling through the area number of times over the past seven years, note; I have plenty of money to live anywhere in world, but nothing brings peace to my soul like this magical area, and the people is truly what makes this place special:)
Came for Finn. Stayed because I love your editing style.
So cool! I camped at Fort Stanton and Baca two weeks ago and love that area! I can't believe how many miles I got hiking and still seem to barely have scratched the surface of what to explore!
So glad you go to experience the New Mexico wild weather. March/April is the windy season here, unfortunately. Hopefully you come back and visit during our sunny weather! Lots to do up here in Northern NM too! You think southern NM has some views? Just head north and you'll see!
I was wondering why it was so windy down in the park- do you have specific suggestions of areas in northern NM? Apart from the national forests?
@@MariahAlice You have to try Santa Fe and the art scene there. The Valles Caldera is beautiful (if you've seen Longmire on Netflix you know). Taos has a similar art scene as Santa Fe and views of the Rocky Mountains. There you can see the Rio Grande Gorge too. Ghost Ranch is worth a look see also.
@@derek_the_nerd totally spot on, great suggestions!! I just left Rio Rancho NM last year for Portland OR, now down in ELP TX. Looking to possibly move back to NM. I didn’t think I’d miss it soooooo much. Taos is amazing, it’s kinda like Santa Fe lite. Lol! I still haven’t been to Choco Canyon nor Cloudcroft area yet. Oh also the Blue hole in Santa Rosa.
Bandelier National Monument, one of my very favorite places here in NM. Also Chaco Canyon. And when the Pueblos are open again (have been closed due to Covid), visiting Taos or Acoma.
Spent some time in New Mexico years ago. Magical place. Enjoy your journey.
I have enjoyed your channel for sometime. Today’s was especially stunningly beautiful. New Mexico has a special place in my heart. I lived there over 40 years ago. That you might consider it a home brought me to tears. It truly is the Land Of Enchantment.
We spent a good amount of time in Las Cruces, NM and absolutely fell in love with it! New Mexico is truly the "land of enchantment"!
So I know we are complete strangers. But you have NO idea how much watching your videos on regular calm me down. I ❤️ love you videos. And they seem to just bring this inner peace in me. I have always dreamed to live on the go. To just live in a tiny house and travel and see the world 🌎. And just the way you narrate them and are just open and honest is what makes my heart happy. I do hope one day I can do what you do. But having a family with young children and feeling like I'm stuck in a marriage it feels so out of reach right now. But I do hope one day I will be as happy and just free feeling as you. Keep up the great work! You're doing amazing.
Such lovely light at the white sand dunes. I enjoyed this episode very much. Cheers.
You are living the most ideal life right now in my eyes. When you can just drive to the music you enjoy and take in all these beautiful places without the distraction of people is pure bliss. All you need is your doggie pal and the open road. It's a beautiful thing to be able to find enjoyment and peace with ones self. I find in those situations of being in a quiet atmosphere in the wilds alone is when I can think the clearest and I feel most comfortable in my own skin. Keep on living the most pure life you can lady!
Cheers, Danny.
I love when Finn put the toy right on your book so you would throw it again! That was amazing!
Welcome to my world. I moved from Chicago to New Mexico almost 30 years ago. I bought a campground, a few years later the state shut it down. I need a new revenue source so I put in gas. If you’re on interstate 25, we’ve got a place for you to park on the Pecos River for free at exit 319. My place is called Pecos River Station and I’ve got 25 acres that overlook at the Pecos River in the back. Very nice very private.
Very nice presentation of my state! Because there are relatively few inhabitants, there are many public places that are fairly remote and uncrowded. Carlsbad Caverns would not be one of those places, but it is worth hiking to the bottom of the Caverns at least once in a lifetime. You did not mention the Roswell UFO Museum, which was a movie theater when I was a kid. It has no actual space alien artifacts, but to some folks, it is a necessary stop on any national tour. Really good video- the still shots were a good addition.
I love when you are in my neck of the woods. White sands is my favorite place in the world. And I am so happy you found your spot in the mountains. There are parts of New Mexico that are desolate, but so much more is awe inspiring. Also, the best green chile in the world.
Great video Mariah, I think we have every Anker portable power station made, really good products. We like North New Mexico, so tranquil, just do your homework if your planning on buying land up there, water sources are minimumal,
Thank you for sharing I always enjoy seeing you and Finn he is a beautiful fur baby..please take care of yourself and God bless 🙏
I love the fact that you break out your route map every so often-it really helps me to get a good compass of how you are actually traveling and your thought process it’s a great visual!
Oh Mariah. I look forward so much to when I see that you have posted a new video. In this crazy world right now, you make me remember that there are still great things in life to celebrate. Thank you (and Finn) so much! Be safe.
I need these to keep me going as my husband and I try to fix up the van I hope to be using for travels. Thank you for posting but don't worry about always being on time, being handcuffed to your tech is no way to live and I know we'd all rather see you happy!
Next time you catch yourself on HWY 82 look for Westside Rd in High Rolls. It runs on the top side of the Sacramento mountains with elevations between 7k & 9800 feet. Breathless views from the mountains looking down..:)
What an amazing place! And your videos are coming along so beautifully; I'm in awe! 💖❤️🚙🇨🇦
Hey Mariah, glad you were able to enjoy southern New Mexico. I live in a town you passed through. I love it here. Glad you do too. I wish you and the pup safe and exciting travels.
Those colours in the shots with you in White Sands Park are beautiful! Must have been pure magic! Love your time lapses of the night sky. Glad you found some quality time and peace in the New Mexico outback!
I’ve never been to White Sands but your video has inspired me to go. Thanks for an excellent video!
Hi Mariah! It's really always a pleasure to watch your videos. Sitting here, with a very good cup of coffee and following your thoughts. Of course, I'm already a big fan of little Finn too. Like almost everywhere else in the world, life has not been easy these last 2 years, especially when it comes to traveling and all the more I appreciate riding along with you a bit. Stay the way you are and all the best! Best regards from Vienna (Austria) [not Australia]
I love New Mexico. Great video.
Mariah, it's so easy to appreciate so much about you.
You seamlessly orchestrate your blogs with so many features, from drones to pics set into your videos, to your ads that are actually educational, and you do all this, with precision, grace, knowledge, and it's such a treat to see your sweet beauty🎶💥
You are a true treasure and loved by sooooo many🙏
I see a lot of comments about your showing the sky and stars and I agree. An open "big" sky is one reason I want to travel west this summer. Really looking forward to seeing the starlit night sky without city lights dimming them. I would love to see you video more of that! Thanks Mariah!
Hi Mariah ! A new video from you always brings me a good feeling, I really appreciate it, thank you for the wonderful places you visit and share with us. Please continue traveling for those of us who can't. God bless you.
Nice video, you made New Mexico look like a place I need to plan on spending time at. Hope your heater gets fixes quickly….just in time for summer. Totally understand you needing breaks, filming and editing videos is a lot of work and you need time for yourself. We will still be here.
White Sands is so magical. At night the Dunes sparkle just beautiful. Those mountains around there have old mining camps and no one for miles
Mountains are amazing eh! I go to the Pyrenees in north of Spain/south of France, so spiritually profound. Great channel, keep sharing!
Central New Mexico is an enchanting area. The terrain is diverse with lots of nooks to find and spend some time. It's probably too late for this trip, but if you get a chance I'd recommend visiting Three Rivers Petroglyph area. You drove past it on the way to Carrizozo. There are over 26,000 petroglyphs on the ridge that can be seen up close via self guided tours. Even taking an hour or two to to walk around is well worth the effort. The petroglyphs are not marred or defaced and most are recognizable. Just a suggestion. Thanks for taking us along on the drive.
Really enjoy your and Finn’s channel, after watching your videos I always seem to be smiling a little bit more.
I like your Forest Gump ending of "and that's all I'm going to say about that". Mariah, I'm an old guy who thoroughly enjoys your videos. Keep'em coming, young lady.
I love the scenery from White Sands! I went there once and it was really cool but the mountains around there can be freezing cold in the winter.
Quality Channel, experienced young nomad with good story telling through video. Enjoy your show. Happy trails 👣
Absolutely beautiful video. Thank you for sharing 💕
such a beautiful State that you are in. Never would have guessed. It's really unbelievable just how blue the skies are there in NM. So enjoyed ur video. Merci
Excellent video as usual. You are so free out there in the space and enjoying it. Breaks are needed no matter what. Listen to your body and take as much time as you need. Have fun and enjoy.
Welcome to my neck of the woods, or state anyhow! New Mexico is the 5th largest state (people don't realize that) and it is called the Land of Enchantment for a reason - we have desert and sand dunes, and prairies and wildlife, and high snow capped mountains, and amazing camping and hiking and backpacking... because we have one of the lowest populations in the USA. Free open spaces to enjoy....
I was born in Carlsbad and lived in artesia most of my childhood, so cool to see you around here. I’m now in Texas but only a 2 and a half hour drive to Carlsbad for me!
So glad you had fun in my home state! There are definitely some beautiful areas. The desert cold is no joke. Weather tends to change quickly. Watch for flash flooding in all areas. If you get a chance head to Northern New Mexico and drive the Enchanted Circle. Visit Jemez Pueblo and get some horno bread and fry bread.
Great video! New Mexico is a really nice place to be - even in the largest city (Albuquerque), you’re 20 minutes in any direction from absolute emptiness. The politics aren’t too crazy, cost of living is very low, and we have universal Pre-K and universal college (free!). I’ve found it very calming to move out here, although there is definitely some spiritual vortex around Carrizozo - only place where I’ve been really uncomfortable here. As it warms up, check out Truth of Consequences (esp. Riverbend Hot Springs) and the Jemez mountains (esp. Bandelier and Valles Caldera National Monuments).
Great video, thank you for sharing this with us today. What a fantastic location to be able to go. You handled very well. Have an awesome week and with your new travels. From Henrico County Virginia
You work so hard and is appreciated by all of us. I started to watch your videos about a year ago and I have been obsessed ever since. You have such a gorgeous, fun personality and Finn is just the cutest thing ever. I always look forward to your videos because they really light up my day. Keep it up Darling. 💕
Can’t wait to travel over there to see all that :) Australia can get too hot at times lol
I’m glad to see you’re taking breaks and just enjoying yourself. Breaks be very important from anything and everything, regardless of how much you love it. Those mountains are pretty 😍
This is my favourite video of yours, edit and quality is amazing! 😍
Hey Mariah Alice! So happy to see you find peace. I find my most inner peace in big parks...in the quiet..and I crochet...or take wildlife photos. Its cold still in Wisconsin. So outside time isn't available. I might tomorrow in our warmer day (48°) use a heating pad and sit outside in my yard. I live vicariously through you...til I can enjoy the days outside. Be safe...be well. 🙏🏻🌷❤
New Mexico is interesting in how diverese it is in scenery. Want desert or pine tree filled mountains? How about both!
Arizona and New Mexico are both like that and it’s blown my mind
Yes, that is so true...if i neclect the sighns, i start to stumble, fall over nothing and hurt myself, all cilly things.
I understand. Take your time, i am gratefull for just watching what jou posted...
I love Fynn, he is so lively..
Take care you2
I've watched most of your vlogs and now I'm caught up and so happy you posted today!!! Much needed break from this Oscar drama smh!
Beautiful area in New Mexico. What a great place to stay for 8 days. Thank you for posting.
Mariah, love your content and your happy go lucky attitude, never let that go. There is beauty at every turn 😻🤗
NM-The Land of Enchantment! So glad you enjoyed it and maybe next time head to Santa Fe and Taos
That was a nice spot for sure! I love Anker had no clue they did batteries but should have figured! Happy trail's 💜
I’m so excited about this video !!! Thank you! ☺️💕 love watching you and Finn in these adventures!
Awesome view of the stars from your campsite
It’s magical watching you walk on the dunes. Looks like you’re walking on clouds.😊
I love these vans, but when it's windy they feel like giant sails and push whatever direction the winds goes. Kinda unnerving sometimes.
And, Carlsbad Caverns are awesome. Definitely try to go see them if you get the chance. It's quite astounding.
I recently moved to NM from my hometown, Brooklyn, NY. I Love It!
I love all your videos! It’s so neat to see all the beautiful places you experience.
Ayyy you found our little piece of paradise "Lincoln National Park" yeah it's absolutely beautiful there, Majestic. And has some cool history if you're into that kind of thing. It's cool to see you passing thru my place of life, makes me feel somewhat connected to these videos even tho I'm not personally involved haha "sorry you didn't make it thru the caverns, totally forgot you need a reservation now" Another Great Mariah Video. Keep up the good work! And keep Staying Safe! Ohh and next time you make it down to see the caverns instead of sleeping in the Walmart parking lot, I have a driveway or a empty rental house next door, if you would like some more privacy.
Very nice job with the photography.
Hi Mariah, You gave me some tips last year to get me started in Sedona. As part of that trip I make it to Carlsbad Caverns. It was a highlight of my trip. I hope you can make it there someday.
Thanks for the updates on the parks. Had no idea about the online reservations either. Thanks for the map. It makes it easier to follow along on the journey.
Finn looked so happy playing with the Frisbee, also seems like he doesn't bark much. Cool curly hair by the way.
I admire you young solo travelers! How do you do it? Finding your way. Dealing with occasional loneliness. I had planned to do this at 80. Then I realized since I have bad knees and can’t walk very long at a time it was not wise. My brain isn’t 80 and I think I can do like I could at 70 even. Ugh!!! Enjoy your youth. Never take it for granted. 🥰
I have just binged watch all your videos and you are now one of my favorite RUclipsrs. It's amazing how you went from calming chaos to pro van life zen master
Hey Mariah , I am a new follower of your channel from India.. I just love your solo van life videos....
Wow! Such a beautiful place. You have done a great job of showing the beauty around you. I wish you only the best of everything. Take the time to enjoy your life and live it as you see fit.
Thank you again for sharing this with us!
"Gonna go nice and slow..." Nice tune! lol
I love your videos so much! You always motivate me to try do to what I want and to just keep going. I really appreciate you!
Love your wry sense of humor. You always make me smile and chuckle. New Mexico is beautiful and I too am considering making it my home base. Maybe we could go in on a place...lol...just kidding, I'm old enough to be your grandfather but I can dream.
Quick tip to keep your cutting board from sliding on the counter: lightly wet a napkin/paper towel and put it underneath (then you also have a cleanup cloth ready); or you can use one of those rubber circle bottle opener things
What an incredible country & so glad u enjoy your own company plus u have your little mate! Take care Mariah 🤗🌻🇦🇺
I'm so glad you went to New Mexico. It seems to be passed by by many of the full-time nomad channels I watch and I've been curious about it and it's heralded natural beauty. Yay! You cooked!!!
"Need to be out by myself in a wide open space'... thought I was the only one!
Great content. 12:00 to 12:04 time stamp, you caught 2 shooting stars. I slowed it down and watched it over and over because it was sooooo beautiful! I'm 68, single, with my little dog, and you inspire me. I plan to get out there with my very slow converted old SUV. Thank you! Finn is adorableness playing with his little freesby. Where did you find that? Thank you again. God bless you and Finn. ❤
I get his little frisbees at Petsmart! They’re expensive compared to balls but he doesn’t ruin them so they’re worth it :)
I went back and slowed the video down after I read your comment! Great idea
I'm finally making my way back to New Mexico next week for a vacation. Absolutely love this state. Everyone needs some time to recharge, your doing an amazing job!
this was awesome, you are awesome, and you're dog is awesome. that's all I got to say about that :) 👏👏👏
Beautiful photography...
your videos are are one of the few that i really look forward to seing every week. i love watching finn and you having so much fun. finn is so adorable. and i love all the anker stuff i use on a daily basis. top notch for sure.
Ahhh lol I'm so happy I found your channel..loving all your videos so much,thanks for sharing this beautiful adventuresome life with us.💚✌😁
I was going to say I was jealous of the caverns, however I did not know that you had to buy tickets in advance. Thank you for sharing that information. I enjoy the beautiful landscapes that you are sharing. Thank you so much and safe travels‼️
Oh hey! My partner and I have been wandering NM for the past few weeks as well. Our heater IS working but we still are a bit uncomfortable with these weird cold spells 😂 We hit up Silver, Las Cruces, White Sands, Cloudcroft, and got several inches of snow in the mountains east of Albuquerque! And yes, my weather app also said "rain" with the little raindrops. Lol. We just left Santa Fe - nice town. Some easy but not super nice camping just west of town. Now up in Santa Fe National Forest just off highway 4 and this spot is beautiful! (If a tad cold)
The cutest van lifer there ever was 😊
I can only imagine how that feels seeing some random person say that. I'm sorry lol
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What a weather! The food 🥰 If you were inspired by a certain person making this nice colorful food, I might know who she is. I always loved to see her cooking. These mountains 😍
Your videos always lighten up my mood and I just enjoy watching your videos .🥰🥰