First Month Full Time | What I Did and Didn't Expect
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- Опубликовано: 25 авг 2024
- Hard to believe one month has passed since I moved into my rig full time. In this video I talk about what I did and didn't expect from life on the road during this first month. Also, a few things I will change going forward and some things I took for granted.
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Way to go Cat! So proud of you! It takes a lot of onions to pack up and hit the road. You mention "mistakes". They aren't mistakes, they are learning "moments" The only way to grow and learn is to make mistakes or bad decisions. Life constantly throws you curve balls. Its how you react and recover from them that makes you a better person. All the hard parts will make that beautiful sunset or gorgeous mountain view that much sweeter. Be safe and embrace tomorrow, because you will probably learn something you didn't know yesterday.
That is good point saying "learning" no taking a mistake..
Someone shared with me years ago that “experience” is defined as “that which you gain immediately after you needed it.” Sounds like you are doing an awesome job of handling the process of gaining experience. Learning can be quite fulfilling when we have the right attitude about it, and it is clear that you do. Keep up the good work!
Many people don't discovered the happiness in "go out & explore" lifestyle until they are in their retirement age, kudos that you are doing it when you are still young.
Thanks for the update!!! You're so upbeat and jazzed about your lifestyle now and it's a pleasure to see! Keep us posted, I love seeing what you're up to!! Take care!
Thank you Diane!
Gorgeous loner lady 😍
No traffic jams, incredible views, and the Colorado river it just doesn't get any better than that!
Can imagine the First nations riding around thoses cannons ..half expect to see a pinto horse with his NA rider on the back..it just evokes that feeling in me.
I often think about what things were like "way back when" when I'm in these amazing places.
Cat, thank you for your heart felt video. This is one big reason I follow your channel. You pour your heart and soul into your new life journey. Thank you for sharing Nature with us all!
Awe... thank you!
Your work is a breath of fresh air for me. I really enjoy what you are sharing with the rest of us. Stay healthy, stay safe. And down the road we'll go. 😊👍👍
Thanks so much Tim!
Beautiful location, you will probably see more stars in one night than we do in a lifetime living in Lost Angeles, one month, you will be posting a one year before you know it.
KAT....so glad youre doing so good so far...just takes a lil getting used to like anything different....you hang in there ...looks like it would be so xciting choosing a new direction each day....great update kiddo....stay aware....stay safe !!
Thank you Jim!!
I would imagine it would take quite a bit to adjust to such a drastic lifestyle change, so don't beat yourself up over any mistakes! Looking forward to videos of your time around camp. Thanks for taking us along!
Thank you Mary Ann.
Catherine~ So glad I just found you again. I'm 70 years young and I Love Your Upbeat and Positive Information, plus gorgeous photography! I watch another adventurous young woman (Spirit Forest videos) where Tammy is tenting and Your truck camper is also a wonderful way to boondock, hike, explore and rekindle my desire to enjoy outdoor activities as long as possible!
Hi Randy! The great outdoors is for all sizes, shapes and ages!! Thank you!
It's good to hear you are doing good, I so look forward to your backpacking trips. I know what you mean when you wake up to such incredible views. Last weekend we backpacked Pictured Rocks. I woke up early and walked part of the trail and beach. I was the only one on the trail. I just watched the sunrise. It was incredible. Just make time to enjoy those wonderful peaceful moments. You are inspiration for others to follow their dreams and just be happy. Life is too short. Stay safe and as always happy hiking and RVing🌞
Thank you so much Cynthia. Glad to hear you had a wonderful trip! I'm ready to put the backpack back on. I've got some great trips planned. :)
Hello Catherine, it is very good to see you again. As challenges pop up, consider that as an opportunity to apply your problem solving skills. Please, take good care of yourself out there. All the best to you. 🤗
Catherine, I just found your vlogs by searching on Catalina Island thru-hiking and am now watching this one. Thank you for being someone who appreciates and respects nature and quiet space. I STOPPED watching vloggers like Nomatic Fanatic and several others because of their complete lack of appreciation of nature-riding dirt bikes and parking off trail, having fires in areas with fire bans, leaving trash, running drones in no-drone areas, and so on. Please don't turn into these people just to get the perfect photo or the perfect video. I appreciate what you are doing so far and good luck.
Congrats on your transition! This is the first of your videos I've viewed and you're very inspiring. While I've been using a travel trailer for vacations for quite awhile, I'm looking forward to retiring and going full-time at some point in the near future. I'm an east-coaster and not much boon docking in these parts so westward bound I'll be. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you! Best of luck to you on your journey!
Great video Catherine! I really appreciate your open and honest views on everything you've experienced; the good, the bad, and everything in between. I'm looking forward to more of your videos going forward. I hope you continue to enjoy this journey you're on!! Go gettem!!
Thank you so much! I appreciate that.
@@CatherineGregoryAdventures Keep up the great work!!
Wow ... what a great month of learning and experiencing!! It is easy to see your passion for this lifestyle. Enjoy the views and your cups of coffee! And thanks for taking us with you for all the awesome views!!
I like your videos. It is good that you are not letting the initial challenges and culture shock dismay you. I predict a ton o' fun in your future. Enjoy!✌
Things are already going much smoother. Thank you!
You should be proud of yourself. You are doing great and adapting to this new adventure.
Hi Catherine, enjoyed your video of your first month in your truck camper. I'm an avid camper & love the outdoors. I have a little teardrop camper & camp in state parks. Not quite as adventurous as you, but enjoyable. A fantasy of mine has been to sell my house, purchase a 21' camper & see all the national parks. I've visited about five of them so far. I'll probably not sell my house, as I'd prefer to have a permanent address, but I have hiked to the bottom of the Grand Canyon, camped overnight there & hiked back up the next day. What an experience!! Take care & remember, you have all of us out here as friends.
Oh my! That panoramic view was incredible! You’ve handled all of your challenges extremely well. I can’t wait to see where you go next! 💕🙏☮️
Fishing is relaxing too while camping... 1 1/2 years I'll be out living somewhere... Have a Blessed day!
You never make "stupid mistakes" you just create obvious learning experiences. :)
Congratulations on the new chapter in your life and thank you for your inspiration! I stumbled across one of your videos yesterday and I am so looking forward to more. Sure, some mistakes - you can't grow without them - but I get the inner peace in you through your videos. Happy trails!
Thank you Phil!
Good call regarding boondockin or Campgrounds. The first month looks like a big success. Congrats. :)
Enjoy you videos. I am also full time in a truck camper and loving it. Mostly it is the great people in the lifestyle that I have met. Hope to see you on the road.
Wow, it's been a month already. Time sure does fly. Good to hear you're handling the problems well, I saw the truck repair video. Continue to enjoy your adventure...
Thanks for the video always look forward to hearing your adventures,Good luck to you and have fun.
You should be proud of yourself. I love how you have made it look inside your camper so warm and friendly in there. I wish you all of God blessing in your travels.
Thank you Theresa. I appreciate the well wishes.
Thanks for sharing your update. Looks like your having a blast!
Thanks for the update Catherine! Even though there has been some setbacks over all it seems to be going pretty well. So jealous wish I was in a position to do this. Can’t wait to see next months adventures.
You are talking all the highs and lows with gusto! Look forward to seeing more country with you.
Thank you Candy!
Well done again. Dont be so hard on yourself; you are a very talented person.!!!
Remember to visit 4 Corners and Mesa Verde...drive on up to Telluride...its SO BEAUTIFUL!!! I lived there for a few years worked at Century 21 on Main St in Cortez until i opened the first dollar store there in 1993....i missed the area and people...if you like to fish...mmake sure to visit Chicken Creek up in Mancos...if you wait long enough till eve you can enjoy the fireflies around dusk...go to Durango to...get on the last steam engine locomotive to Silverton...sooooo fun!!!
You are doing great and same things happen to everyone but you have a great attitude ....I will be out west soon in a Artic Fox 1140 F350 doing same thing ...love it.
Catherine, I am so proud and excited for you... after mu hike is done, doing what you are doing is my next goal and dream so I would love to talk to you someday about how you planned and made it happen. So stoked for you and am enjoying all of your videos... great job!
Thank you so much Mike. I’ll definitely offer whatever info I can. Looking forward to seeing you continue your journey!
Awesome video. You stay in the most beautiful places!! Thanks for sharing.
Nomatic Fanatic did a video on best residency state. Complete change in one day, they recieved your mail, opened and scanned what you say and forward what you want. SD think? That was best I've seen in years.
I just did it, a South Dakota resident now. It took one day.
SD is best for us, full timing since 2011 "from" California. We use Americas Mailbox, they are great!
Great update. I felt the same with everything as you did the first month. I had to do the same thing with my expiring debit card and something I ordered online. I had my sister mail a package to a post office as general delivery. Fortunately Amazon has lockers all over so you can order a lot of their items to those if need be. Enjoy your second month!
Thank you Jay!
I know this is old now, but I'm catching up on your videos. Continue to be easy on yourself. If you end up in campgrounds more than you planned it's because that's what was needed at the time. Why second-guess yourself? You have a gift for what you're doing - just keep doing it.
Great to see you having fun and thanks for sharing the details of your first month on the road can't wait to see what's next adios
Thank you Daniel!
Congrats on your first month out! You are doing great. I’m enjoying following along.
You are an amazing woman, try to not be so hard on yourself. I wish i had the courage to do what you are doing, Keep posting your feelings on the RV full time decision.
Thank you for the positive reinforcement! ❤️
I’m glad you’re doing well and learning. I’m learning from you with every video. We’re considering doing something similar to what you’ve done but haven’t taken the plunge just yet. Keep living your best life and keep up the good work.
Thank you so much and good luck to you!
Catherine my son really very good video . again my blessings to my lovely daughter.
Thanks for the honesty. I travel in a very small camper (Four Wheel Camper "Hawk" model) on a solid 4x4 pickup. I've been traveling 3 weeks out of every month, 12 months a year for 3.5 years (I need access to stuff I have at my sticks and bricks home the rest of the time because of commitments). Your experiences in your first month are very common. I think (hope) you'll find that as time goes on fewer and fewer things "break" - because when you fix them they become "better" that they were before. These days, I experience extremely few breakdowns (regular checks and maintenance make it so). When I go in the out back for an extended stay, I have confidence in my gear. I would suggest however that you have either a "SPOT" or "inReach" with you for real emergencies (like a broken leg and such) as unlikely as such things are. They're more for your peace of mind and your family's peace of mind. I just found your channel and plan on catching up with your videos. I appreciate your attitude. When I was young, (I'm in my 70's) "girls" were quite different. I was lucky and married a strong woman and was together with her for many (decades) years. I find it so refreshing to see women like you that are living your life to the full.
Thank you. I have a Spot, but just purchased an InReach Mini for its two way messaging capabilities. I appreciate you looking out for me. :)
Scenery was great, stay with your adventure.
Cat you’re one of my favorite RUclips channels! I’m so glad I found you early on! This adventure you just start is going to be so amazing and I’m so happy for you and excited to follow along! You’re easy to listen to and you capture the most beautiful scenery and put out the most incredible videos! Thank you for sharing! Best of luck and enjoy!
Awe... thank you so much Joe!! That means a lot. I appreciate your support. I know you’ve been with me a long time. Thank you!!!!!
Solving problems in everyday life is one great aspect of how backpacking and living in the outdoors trains you to accept challenges and overcome them. Backpacking makes us stronger people in so many ways.
I completely agree with that Aaron.
Great update. You should be proud of yourself for handling everything, but also for taking the chance to live your dream. Try to not be so hard on yourself. We all make mistakes. On my last trip I left my wallet in the cabin I rented, I was 70 miles away from the cabin and had no gas to get back... what a feeling when I realized what I had done. You are doing great !! I'm glad you talked about not liking really crowded places. I feel the same way, I like having space to relax, etc. It's nice to socialize, but not crammed in like a herd of cattle. Take care. 😀
Glad to hear I’m not the only one. lol Thank you Kieth.
Cloud cover and precipitation usually ramp up as we enter into a grand solar minimum. Here in KY, I can’t remember the last day we had without rain. Flooding seems a constant.
Baredog ditto i live in wv same here
Totally interesting hearing about your new life so far... Thanks for sharing. 😃
There is a lot of loneliness in cities. Many people but none are connected to you.
When you are "alone" in the wilderness, you are connected to the world, and you just can't be lonely with that great a connection!
Great video and information about the lifestyle. Wasn't expecting to hear you being so busy, but since your working, that makes sense.
You said you blew your budget... any chance you can detail that in a video. We don't have a camper yet, but we are studying expenses and trying to figure out what it really costs.
Now that I found you, I have to go explore your channel!
If the roads of life were a straight path, we'd all fall asleep at the wheel...
Be seeing you!
So true.
Thanks for the update! Great job! Didn't even notice the dirt, until you said something, haha! We just got back from camping at Dinkey Creek in the Sierras and you make me jealous that you are out on the road full time! Cheers! Kellie
Thank you Kellie. I’m looking forward to getting back to the Sierra.
So happy for you. Very envious of your new life. Keep the videos coming
Thank you!
Nice video, and I hope that you continue to enjoy your adventure.
Catherine you sound very much like my wife tackling and fixing problems that have popped up on your new camper truck. God has blessed me with a woman that can do almost anything. God bless you young lady and thank you for taking us on your journeys. (Old guy from Arkansas)🇺🇸
Thanks for being so candid. I can’t wait to start our adventure.
Great video as always Catherine. Love your honesty and positive outlook. Everyone would make mistakes in the beginning of any adventure. You'll learn and grow from it. Stay safe and looking forward to your next video already.
P.s. You said you've been busy but remember to take some time for you. X
Thank you so much Sally.
I just subbed and I look forward to following your adventure! May your travels be safe and full of joy!!!
Thank you so much Karen and thank you for subscribing!
Way to go, your doing great,,,,I admire your confidence and strenght as well as your beautiful smile,,,
May you always be safe and happy,
Thank you for sharing and keep em coming,,,😀❤
Thank you!
Just subscribed, so I'm going back thru your timeline. Very refreshing, honest assessment of your situation...
Thank you so much and thanks for subscribing! :)
You pan scenery better than anyone else I watch on RUclips!
Thank you! 🙏
We learn and we grow!
New to channel. Love your breathtaking views!
MommaFaye
Thank you Faye. So true. xo
Another great video, very interesting update!!
Thank you Miguel.
THERE WILL ALWAYS BE A BUMP IN THE ROAD! JUST BE SAFE! HAVE FUN! ALWAYS GLAD TO HEAR / SEE HOW YOU ARE DOING! GOD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS! ENJOYED !
Thank you David!
What a beautiful picture you are painting Catherine, and thanks for inspiring us all to take a leap in life and start painting are own beautiful painting!
*_I'm happy for you too, Catherine! Having real freedom means having power; not the power to control other people. But, the ability to control the circumstances of one's own life! Enjoy your journey, I have your back and support your dream._*
Thank you so much! 🙏
Happy One Month! 💐
shyra7480 thank you!
Congrat!!!! So Jealous!!! We are about 3 years away from joining you on the road.
Catherine you should be proud! You are accomplishing something many only dream of. By the way the dirt is a good look for you LOL I’ll take dirt over make up any day. Rock on!
lol thank you!!
You’re welcome
Very nice camera work. I like your close-up of the scorpion weed with your rig in the background.
Thank you!
@@CatherineGregoryAdventures Wishing you a great evening and a beautiful sunset.
Very nice video with river and Mesa...was able to enjoy this video..thanks for sharing
Very nice camera work! Thank you for sharing those beautiful views, flowers and vistas. And for the personal side as well. All the best!
Greetings from Henderson Nv, I just found your channel and I will be following along. I hope you have a fantastic, fun, and safe adventure!
Thanks so much George! Glad to have you onboard!
You have had an amazing month!
You have adapted so well and I know you are learning as you go, but we all have to. And you are very calm and comfortable. It's only going to get more amazing for you I'm sure.
You certainly have me thinking about my future travel!
Thank you so much on sharing your adventures and you daily life. I love hearing it!!!
Always ready for your next video or vlog!
Thank you so much John! Always good to hear from you.
Very nice to hear your update. Sucks about your truck, leaks, and debit card! It's just going to keep getting better. Take care of yourself and enjoy 🙏
Thank you so much Jon!
You might look into joining the elks or moose lodges most townies have lodges and dry camping very reasonable also some lodges do have hook ups .must be a member to dye THIER lodges .
Don't know about dye thier lodges, lol,but when. I was a moose, only men were allowed
The choice of a diesel and 4wd pickup was a wise one. Allows for suspension upgrades and most Diesel engines have long lifespans and excellent torque profiles.
We are about in the same position you are (1.5 months into full timing). We have made some VERY expensive mistakes. I really wanted to beat myself over it but, I just had to keep repeating that no one got hurt. Give yourself a break (and I will too) this is a new experience. Good luck to you and maybe we will see you out there!
Thank you for sharing that. I guess it’s more common than I thought. If you see me, please say hello!!
wow!.....it's been a month already time flies....so you need to carpe diem it and savor every moment of this adventure!!!
I am savoring it Mike. Thank you!
Thank you for sharing you first month on the road! It seems like with every dream you have to take the good with the bad. There’s always going to be challenges, expected and unexpected. I admire you for going for it, facing your fears and doing it anyway!!
Love ya , stay safe, share the good, the bad and even the ugly, your site will increase rapidly, hence money to help the costs...thanks..
Thank you Warren.
Great first month Catherine. Love you taking us on your adventures. Mistakes are how we learn. You'll find out that how it gets a lot easier as time goes by. Take care, stay safe and enjoy.
Thank you Martin.
Thank you Cat for the update. It’s very obvious by all the comments that you have a lot of us watching you on your journey. Always remember you’re never ever alone. Is it possible to not really even know someone and still feel like family? I guess so. Praying for you. Have a safe journey. We’re all watching with great joy and expectation. 😁📸🙏 Allen
Thank you for your prayers Allen.
Glad to hear you Coyote Gulch...epic place!! Escalante is one of the most amazing adventures I’ve taken. Keep up the great work!! 👍🏼❤️
I love Escalante! Thank you Ruby!
Good Luck, and happiness. I love your pleasant presentation and positive outlook. I know you will be fine.
Very honest with lots of good information.
Beautiful. I admire your courage. Enjoy your journey and stay safe.
Thank you Betty!
I just subscribed, just saw this for the first time. Way to go!
Thank you Dawn!! I appreciate you subscribing. xo
: I am a new subscriber. I just happen to run across to your video today. I to live full-time in a truck camper. I live in an Adventurer 89 RB and it is on a F450 Diesel. Like you it is my home and I'm very comfortable in it. Look forward to your videos, I wish you well.
Thank you so much and thanks for subscribing!
I only recently started following you but I was so excited when I saw you had done this. I have been sharing your camper videos with a couple of like minded girlfriends who are into hiking & photography. I'm an east coaster who goes out west frequently to hike and a truck camper seems so perfect for out west and at some point I know I want to spend an increasing amount of time out west.
Your videos are always so pleasant to watch and you are a great editor. I started watching your hiking videos when I found one for a hike I wanted to do on our upcoming trip. I've often watched trail or location specific hiking videos but I seldom bookmark or follow a particular person or channel but you are definitely an exception.
Be good to yourself. Such a drastic lifestyle change takes a while to settle into and you're well on your way.
I live your videos shoeing the Colorado River beautiful scenery. Do you ever have trouble with finding gosh internet service? The woods is what I like. I’ll look up those videos of yours if you have them around. Thank you Cathryn. This was a great video. You do have a great home and you fixed it up nicely. Thank you for the great video. See you soon! Stay safe. Safe travels.
Envious! Proud of you for following your dream!
Thank you!
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Great video, make sure you put Mexico on your radar. Living the mobile lifestyle boils down to just one thing and that's having a safe, secure, affordable AND legal place to park up for the night, night after night. Once you get that sorted out everything else in manageable. Every 14 days roll into a campground, dump the tanks and trash, take on water, do laundry, source provisions, take a LONG hot shower, then repeat.
Travel safe!
Yep! That’s it in a nutshell! 😀
Hang in there you are doing GREAT 👍
I don't often comment, though I dig your vibe. A very authentic, transparent & real video! I will soon be embarking on a similar lifestyle. Doing everything one can to prepare & plan. Go easy on yourself & be forgiving. No matter how much we research, plan & investigate there is always a learning curve. Keep on trucking Cat!
Thanks so much for those words of encouragement. Things seem to be smoothing out for the time being. Best of luck to you on your journey!
Thank you for sharing your inspiring journey. Life is short and so many people are captive to material items and the daily grind. It's awesome you are following your calling. Enjoy!
Thank you Mary.
Well sweetheart we have all done some pretty dumb stuff lol. Don't be to hard on yourself it will all come together. Another 6 months and you will be an old fro at this stuff. Happy trails girl !
Been in the road for almost 4 months now. :) It’s been awesome!