I see the original butterfly🦋 staying put for a spell. Enjoying her surroundings as much as her viewers enjoy a "sighting" of her. Then she's off again traveling the highways & byways. Flying free with thoughts just as free. Fitting here and there, or roaming when curious enough or with a purpose in mind. Wishing Jan safe adventures always❤.
I ordered Jan’s lounge chair to use as my bed frame. My trip to AZ will be my first trip out with it. I tested it in my garage and I am ever so hopeful, and excited, about my restful nights ahead of me! Also, it weighs close to nothing! Bonus! 😊
Hi great video. My 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid has been a pain to camp in. The low ceiling for a tall aging person with low back stenosis is not good. The gas mileage is great. I am grateful for what I have. Given a choice, I would choose a higher ceiling without the video monitor. I liked how the person used the container as a pivot point. Much success on your channel!
Great video & set-up. This reminded me that I have owed Jan a thank-you for a while now. I slept overnight in a rest area last month. When I went to crawl into the back, it occurred to me, in a slight panic, that I couldn’t/shouldn’t put my step stool outside on the ground because it wouldn’t be there in the morning. Then I remembered seeing Jan’s entry method and it worked like a charm💖
If you leave a path from the front to the back, that's not even an issue. Then if you have a scary situation you don't have to figure out how to get into the driver's seat to drive away without making yourself vulnerable. Stay safe out there!
Great tour! I know those drawers are great for easy access! I copied Jan's idea with the office chair mat on the floor. That was a game changer. The folding table is something I may need too! 😀
I like this setup. I was going to set mine up like this but my only concern is she can’t see out the back hatch. Everyone says they really value being able to sit or lie in bed and look out the back hatch at the scenery. Does she miss that? Oh, I will also say stealth is more important for people who urban camp in the city. People who live in their vehicles are seen as homeless by society and predators. Homeless people, especially women, are targeted and in more danger than the average person. Criminals also target vehicles that are lived in more than the average vehicle because lived in vehicles generally have more valuables in them. Jan is older, she does campgrounds more than parking lots, and she travels with others so people need to consider all of that before thinking they can throw stealth out the window when staying in cities.
I love the look and convenience of those shelves and the containers, but my concern was safety. Not only does this completely block the entire rear view out of the vehicle (which is illegal in some states) making it much harder to navigate traffic safely, but as you said it also prevents you from seeing out when you are boondocking somewhere beautiful. Also on the safety side, it prevents you from seeing someone approaching your rig when you're inside doing something with the door open. Unfortunately, there are enough bad actors out there that everyone living #vanlife, including men, needs to remain aware of their surroundings at all times. I would say this is at least doubly true for females.
@ Safety isn’t a big deal for me. There are numerous vans, trailers, and RVs that don’t have windows in the back. In every state I know of, minivans are considered vans so they’re not required to have back windows. Plus there are hundreds of thousands of commercial vans on the road, with no back windows, and they’re driven just fine. I keep my side and back windows covered at all times to hide my build. I definitely had to get use to driving only using my side mirrors, but once I did, driving was easy. I just really want to know if she misses being able to see the scenery.
Solar rechargeable motion sensor lights turn on when anything moves within their range and stay on until movement stops. If you place them underneath or around your vehicle, the theory is that it will deter mice. I've seen a literal houseful of cats not deter mice, but's it's always worth a shot.
Beautiful Van redo. Jan did an awesome job. Her choices of items 👏 are really nice quality and functional to use. Love ❤ that.
I see the original butterfly🦋 staying put for a spell. Enjoying her surroundings as much as her viewers enjoy a "sighting" of her. Then she's off again traveling the highways & byways. Flying free with thoughts just as free. Fitting here and there, or roaming when curious enough or with a purpose in mind. Wishing Jan safe adventures always❤.
"Freedom. Nothing else on my mind."
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I love these tours. I just always wish that the person who owns the rig will share their height.😊 It would be so helpful.
Love Jan and her luxury Van setup!
Great job Debbie! Good useful info from Janet
Great make-over. Very creative and cozy. Really like your storage basket shelves. ❤🌲😊
One more wonderful video. I love that light that fits around the neck. Jan is such an inspiration.
I love her new setup
I ordered Jan’s lounge chair to use as my bed frame. My trip to AZ will be my first trip out with it. I tested it in my garage and I am ever so hopeful, and excited, about my restful nights ahead of me! Also, it weighs close to nothing! Bonus! 😊
Fantastic new set up Jan! Great interview Debbie Jean!
What a great video. Safe travels although I realize you are probably at home with family this time of year. 🙏❤
Looks Amazing!!
Great interview Jan and Debbie Jean! And love your new functional layout and furniture Jan!!
Hi great video. My 2023 Toyota Sienna Hybrid has been a pain to camp in. The low ceiling for a tall aging person with low back stenosis is not good. The gas mileage is great. I am grateful for what I have. Given a choice, I would choose a higher ceiling without the video monitor. I liked how the person used the container as a pivot point. Much success on your channel!
Great video! 😘
Thank you Debbie Jean and Jan! The lanyard tip is a great idea. The mouse fooling lights are going on my 'to get' list too!
Hi Jan and Debbie Jeanne 🙋♀️ Enjoyed the video, nice build ❤️❤😊
Great video & set-up. This reminded me that I have owed Jan a thank-you for a while now. I slept overnight in a rest area last month. When I went to crawl into the back, it occurred to me, in a slight panic, that I couldn’t/shouldn’t put my step stool outside on the ground because it wouldn’t be there in the morning. Then I remembered seeing Jan’s entry method and it worked like a charm💖
If you leave a path from the front to the back, that's not even an issue. Then if you have a scary situation you don't have to figure out how to get into the driver's seat to drive away without making yourself vulnerable. Stay safe out there!
Great tour! I know those drawers are great for easy access! I copied Jan's idea with the office chair mat on the floor. That was a game changer. The folding table is something I may need too! 😀
Nice setup and tips, Jan!
I learned the value of a key lanyard at my first meetup and Jan was there. But, only after 3 ladies locked their keys in the car!
Great Video!
So inspiring--thank you!
Good video and Jan has some really great ideas.
Nice video! Love it 😍
I am in Ontario, Canada where Walmart allows my dog inside, anywhere, anytime. No issues!
I'm in NJ and I take my dog into the Walmart stores near me all of the time. In fact, so many people love her and love seeing her in the stores.
I have to use the lanyard or I would lose the key for sure...lol
I like this setup.
I was going to set mine up like this but my only concern is she can’t see out the back hatch. Everyone says they really value being able to sit or lie in bed and look out the back hatch at the scenery. Does she miss that?
Oh, I will also say stealth is more important for people who urban camp in the city. People who live in their vehicles are seen as homeless by society and predators. Homeless people, especially women, are targeted and in more danger than the average person. Criminals also target vehicles that are lived in more than the average vehicle because lived in vehicles generally have more valuables in them.
Jan is older, she does campgrounds more than parking lots, and she travels with others so people need to consider all of that before thinking they can throw stealth out the window when staying in cities.
I love the look and convenience of those shelves and the containers, but my concern was safety. Not only does this completely block the entire rear view out of the vehicle (which is illegal in some states) making it much harder to navigate traffic safely, but as you said it also prevents you from seeing out when you are boondocking somewhere beautiful. Also on the safety side, it prevents you from seeing someone approaching your rig when you're inside doing something with the door open. Unfortunately, there are enough bad actors out there that everyone living #vanlife, including men, needs to remain aware of their surroundings at all times. I would say this is at least doubly true for females.
@ Safety isn’t a big deal for me. There are numerous vans, trailers, and RVs that don’t have windows in the back. In every state I know of, minivans are considered vans so they’re not required to have back windows. Plus there are hundreds of thousands of commercial vans on the road, with no back windows, and they’re driven just fine.
I keep my side and back windows covered at all times to hide my build. I definitely had to get use to driving only using my side mirrors, but once I did, driving was easy.
I just really want to know if she misses being able to see the scenery.
What are the lights she is referring to to deter mice? Please show what it is.
@@juliepark4717 ill get that link.
Solar rechargeable motion sensor lights turn on when anything moves within their range and stay on until movement stops. If you place them underneath or around your vehicle, the theory is that it will deter mice. I've seen a literal houseful of cats not deter mice, but's it's always worth a shot.
I don’t see information on her items in her van.
You cut off the items you talk about. Camera work!