Solo Female, Living in a Car, Scion Camper Tour
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- Опубліковано 20 сер 2024
- *Mel is no longer making UA-cam videos.
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After my hip replacement surgery I lived in my Scion xB for 7 months before going back to work as a trucker. I'm now retired and living in my 2016 Ford Transit van with a high roof.
She’s amazing. This just goes to show us....we can do anything we want to do.....or need to do. Enjoyed. 👍👍❣️
Where did u get that security alarm?
Elaine Mcnary, where there is a will there is a way and when we need to make away, we will.
Barbara Peller I agree 100%. Mel’s doing a great job.👍
You are a very beautiful woman
You are far more than welcome young lady
Mel has a Great attitude toward her chosen lifestyle.
Mel is such a sweet young lady! I have been following van and car dweller UA-cam channels for about 10 years and Mel amazes me with how minimal she keeps it while being perfectly content. She has everything thought out and neatly organized. Great interview Jimmy!
she is so laid back and very down to earth. More minimal than myself. I really enjoyed this video thanks. And a lot of folks seem tired, she looks so rested, and comfortable.
We got to meet you Mel! I think I have to minimize even more! I'm still hanging on to things and every bit we get rid of frees us up! Thanks Jimmy!
@Just Mel me too! In doing what I want by prepping for full time nomad I've lost some. Probably from the stress of getting it done. 🆘
What a great lady,ive been living the van life since 1975,,keep living your dreams.
That's pretty cool. I'm always surprised by what people live in. It's a fantastic setup she has there.
Great interview Jimmy with Mel.. She seems really sweet and she is very smart.. Love the way you arranged everything in your cute little car.. Everything has it place and the bed looks so comfy.. Smart thinking living in your car... most young people do this and work and save money... I see nothing wrong with that.. Smart thinking Mel!!! Jimmy and Mel have fun traveling together at least you have each other to keep you company, good conversation, and watching each others back... smart thinking Jimmy and Mel!!!. That was so sweet Olive waiting patiently on you 2 while interviewing..
Also, back into your campsite so you can quickly leave if needed.
Mel and her toaster are fantastic! Such a great attitude towards life and what works for her. I loved your comment, Jimmy, “mini me”. 😂
Nice cozy little set up..shes got it going on..good for her...I often think about trading my conversion van for a mini van just for the gas mileage and ease of engine repair..after seeing Bob's build of that mini van I'm almost sold..thx for sharing Jimmy✌❤😊
I was correct Jimmy, your friend does have spunk! Love the set up... Just Mel ♥️ thank you for sharing you home...
Right on girl! As for me, I'm 56, work 40 hour week and live in my Montero. It's not exactly wonderful but I make it work.
I travel 6 months of the yr full time in my Kia Soul and love it...! It’s awesome I wouldn’t trade it for anything
Shes so right about fears. Ive camped solo for years & loved it. You use good sense & have confidence & you are fine. Love the idea of the alarm though. Good thinking. I have used the 2 chair trick but had more space because of sleeping in my tent. Good for her.
Yes as solo female I've used the two chair trick for years.
Whats the 2 chair trick?
@@pollyfoofoo8703 set two chairs out to appear you aren't solo.
@@pollyfoofoo8703 You put out 2 folding chairs around the fire and throw a shirt or jacket that looks like a big guy would wear it. Simple & easy.
Great video and safe travels to the young lady! Last month while camping at the Rio Grande Gorge north of Taos, NM, I camped next to a lady who lives full-time in a VW Bug that she bought new in 1968. I met her for the first time 9 years ago, but this time I got to spend a good amount of time talking with her. I think she’s been doing this for decades...
Oh wow! Amazing.
Just Mel , she’s very interesting and maybe slightly eccentric. I’m sure she could settle into a retirement community as I think she’s at least 80, but she has always been an adventurer.
I would love to see a video on her. Those cars are my fave.
Three Dogs and a Camper ,
Oh my gosh‼️ That is amazing. I had a new Bug in ‘68. Great car but...... she must be in great shape and tiny. 🤪
I have no idea how she could sleep unless it’s sitting up, and I couldn’t get into the back seat now cause if I did I couldn’t get out 🤣🤣🤣
@@wanderingjimmy1957 re: the Bug, I used to have a lot of books about living cheaply one, whose first chapter was how to do that (and by necessity I had to do that once, NOT comfortable at ALL) but when we had an earthquake in L.A. the cupboards in our carport broke off and who ever repaired them put the contents in the wrong cupboards and they all went missing, despite signs in the complex I posted, never got them back, of course now with youtube and the internet you don't need it. It is too bad that she has no channel would like to see how she makes a living (PS, the number ONE topic that people living in their car talk about IS the toilet BTW!!) but also I have a galpal who is almost 6 ft tall and over 200 lbs-(she looked she might be a little larger in the video), wanted to ask her if that was about her size, becuz my friend is about that and always makes jokes about camping in her Bug and I want her to message her to tell her it CAN be done.
Lovely woman and her car setup is very cool. Thanks
She seems a lovely girl good luck to her
Your friend seems really nice!!🌼 I love her setup! Velcro is a great idea!! Wishing you both happy travels!💚🌼💚
Nice interview Jimmy, I first lived in my Kia Soul before getting my BIG ford transit connect! Have a great summer, see you down the road.
“ITS HIP TO BE SQUARE!” 🙌🏽☺️
Just Mel 🙌🏽❤️🥰
fabYOUlous Mel! You are so self sufficient and make the best use of your space and your stuff! So organized... thanks for sharing!
I drive a red 2006 xB. My kids and grandkids call it Teta's xBox. (My grandma name is Teta.) I love it! I see more of them here in AZ than when we're up north.
What a cool young lady! Thanks for sharing her setup & her personality really came through. 💖
Just Mel is just awesome. Thank you for introducing us to her-safe travels
Wow!! Love her minimalist style. Took a few notes for my lil chevy Cruze that I stealth camp in. Thanks for sharing!!
She is very organized. Nice set up.
Excellent interview & interviewer. Thank you. I love how you let her talk and got good close ups of what she was explaining. Very creative woman. Really nice set up. Again..... Thank you
Loved this video! What a smart young lady! I wish her the best of luck in her travels.
@Just Mel Hi Mel, your setup is very nice. Thanks for showing that water heating device. I'd never even heard of such a thing and I have to have my hot tea, so that would be perfect. Take care and thanks again.
Mel has decided to focus on other endeavors and stop making YT videos. I personally hope she changes her mind but certainly respect her decision.
I really enjoyed her calm easy way about her. Hope she changes her mind :)
Jimmy thanks for letting us know. I too hope Mel comes back as I really enjoyed her updates, scenery and gentle soul xo
I was looking for her, sad not to see her updates. Hope all is well in her world.
Good!
@Melind Gorder YaY welcome back 🙋 looking forward to seeing your updates soon xo be well 💓
I have a Kia Soul so this appeals to me. While I’ve spent a week in it in cities with no issues, I haven’t removed any seats yet. Watching this tour makes me more comfortable with the thought. Thank you for a most informative info-tour. Mel is practical, and I appreciate her thoroughness as she shared, without unnecessary chit chat, just pertinent facts. I stopped several times to add items she mentioned to my list of things I may get and I’m saving this video to review when the time comes. I love that Mel doesn’t buy into the hype of needing everting that’s out there ie. solar, boxes etc. She exemplifies what I want minimalism and simplicity. All the best to both of you.
Thanks for introducing me to Mel. I’m going to go to her channel. She is a Campground Host in Washington right now, right? I loved the shot of your two vehicles next to each other.
Kathi Foy Hi Kathi! Yes, she is.
In that Scion you can actually just remove all headrest and lay all seats down and it turns into a full bed .
Thank you. I look for videos about living out of or living in a car and there aren’t too many. It was a relief to find this. I am much older than you but have been researching it for about 2 years. I have an older car in good shape also. I’m not afraid to do it. I’ve done weekends. But thank you. It’s good to know there are others out there.
there are many van life videos maria look harder haha
I have this car and I would not DARE live in it. Props to you girl😩
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Thanks for all the tips and will definitely subscribe to Mels channel too.
I used to make fun of the "square car" like a box as shown in the video, but somehow one day I have a different thought about the Scion XB, turned out I kind of like the car. To me it looks more stable and I think the space inside the car is broader than the other small cars. First I kind of hate to see it on the road, but then after a while I start to like it. And I am looking to buy 1 for my home on the road kind of car because I am about to leave my brother's property and start living in my car rather. It's kind of fun to look at this car !
Wow. I enjoyed this. Thank you for sharing. God Bless this lady. She is so humble and kind. 🙏🌟😇
Thanks Jimmy for sharing your wonderful visit with Mel, be safe traveling, love ya ❤️🥰🇨🇦
Fantastic interview, I love the banter and Mel's attitude! If she ever makes it to the Southwest (Albuquerque) I'll treat her to dinner; and thank her for the awesome tips and ingenuity with the Toaster. I'll be sure to incorporate a lot for my build in a small SUV. Happy trails, Mel 😀
That was super informative! Thanks Jimmy!
this reminds me of the nissan cube, which i so wish they didn’t discontinue. i love the look of boxy cars and how much space they have.
I’d rather do this than live in a claustrophobic townhouse community.
So you rather live in a claustrophobic vehicle? 🤔
S Gordon it’s not as claustrophobic. Atleast she can walk around outside without people everywhere...
Shitting at McDonald's
And boy do I hate HOAs!!!
I’m so proud of you Mel, you’ve got it all figured out!😊
👏LOL it does look like your van had a baby👍🚙🌿🌻💛🌿
Hi Mel, well done Jimmy!
Little Olive was so sweet and patient.....good video
this video was a God send, Jimmy. thank you. I too won a Scion. Exactly like Mel's. only diff. is mine is black. She gave me a great ideas! whoooo!
Judith G. In Europe we use the internet to send UA-cam-films, but in the US it is send by god?!??
I'm in a small car as well. Toyota Corolla. 3 years so far around the country and loving it
Great Set up Mel
Thanks for sharing
Yea for Jimmy. -10K!!!!
I have a micro camper xB myself with different layout. I did Portland OR - L.A.- Las Vegas - Grand Canyon - Salt Lake City - Yellowstone - Portland OR in 10 days. It was a cool experience.
Thank you Mell. Blessings
Found the first Video of Mels. Yes, she is a cool gal.
Thank you for sharing her snuffy home.
Trader Joe’s are great.
Whole Foods works for me, although they are much more expensive.
Hassle Free is the best way to live anywhere.
Love what you share with us Jimmy.
Hugs to you sugar. Still can’t wait to get down the road.
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Thank you for sharing and Mel you’re awesome 💯🌺
Amazing set up in your vehicle.Well planned out every inch.Good for you 👍
Thanks for the tour. Very inspiring. We need so little to be happy and content.
It's always exciting to see how someone makes their home in a tiny space like that! Seems very cozy.. peace
Jimmy...I just love your voice! 🤭 Kudos to you Just Mel!! Love to you both 💌
real nice video.... what a gal :) Sure has a lot going for her in the confidence department for sure.
Nice minimal setup! Thanks for sharing!
A awesome tiny car she has see yah Jimmy an olive hugs always
I have a bright green 2006 model (like hers) and I LOVE IT! Tons of space!
Good interview and tour Jimmy, thanks.
I have to have a home, with a garden, a backyard for Barbecuing and hanging with friends and family; to each is own, but this lil lady needs a home 🏠
Very nice set up. Thank you for the tour.
i have done this to my hardbody longbed nissan truck, id love to do it with my xb as well thanks for posting this video . gave me lots of neat ideas.
Good to meet Mel. Will add her channel. Thanks for sharing. Be safe.
I really love her attitude, I wish she was still making videos.
Mel seem so sweet, I've fallen in love with Schion recently so it's cool to see that she created a home out of it.
Very interesting video....thanks for sharing and thanks to Mel! I will check out her channel.
I love her set up so neat. I could live in that. My thing would be i need heat & air.
Thanks for the tour!
What a cute car! Perfect for solo living.
Great car! I have one, I did the Van life years ago, good times.
If I didn't have musculoskeletal issues I'd probably give it a go, just to pay off my debt and save.
Thalia , sorry about your condition. I wonder if you’ve watched livinglifewithletty on UT. Know your issues are not the same nor your physical limitations, but Letty Tippins is inspirational and you may find a way ❣️
Good luck to you👍💕
Hello Jimmy i been following you and and your beautiful Dog and videos are so nice where you travel and explore and the people you meet and travel with sometimes are wonderful. Be safe take care God Bless. Happy Traveling .Gloria from Wildwood New Jersey Between the Ocean and the Bay.
I'm watching from my camper home in Clanton Alabama with my 2 dogs
I would definitely invest in a winch could be the hand held type or a electric but just have one with a jump starter that you can plug into the lighter cause I use to have problems getting stuck both in dirt and dead battery
She is so sweet I want to be her friend!
Wow!!! She’s awesome!!!👠🚌👠
Love the minimalism😍
I am so bummed she is no longer making videos . I have been searching a way to find her since it appeard her channel had shut down, and then remembered i *found* her here on your channel so finally!!!! found her,,,, sort of. :( yea, i guess ;) i respect her decision, but dang, just a few here and there wouldnt hurt would it :( ????? All the best Mel, i miss you.
What a very cool friend! Thanks for sharing her.
Me too Just Mel! 😎
Mel love you!! You are so chill!
I had one of those 06 xB cars got it new didn't drive it much
Amazing! She has it down pat!
God Bless her. thank you for sharing
Sweet set up and som great advice!
Good informative video on safety while boon docking. Good blessings to you all.
I'm starting research, I have a Kia Soul and can't wait. What do you do for work/money?
That is my biggest issue
Cara Willis I travel ft 6 months of the yr in my Kia Soul and love it... good luck hope to see ya down the road
Simple and well organized. Love it!
I got two of these boxes .wonderful cars . Love the video nothing better than just packing up and go and living the only way free ..
Thank you! I will get out there!
Awesome! But I still want that tour when I see you, Mel!
@Livin' the Life Lindy hope so, too.
What a lovely home. 👍
Hi Mel! Love your free spirit. I just subscribed to your channel and am looking forward to learning more about your travels. Thank you, Jimmy, for sharing this interview.
Excellent video once again. Thank you so much. Only such a pity that the lady's speaking volume is SO MUCH lower than Jimmy's. Very difficult to listen. But still, thank you!
If I ever had to live like this or got the courage to do so, I know I don't have to spend a lot of 💰 money to live comfortably. Thanks for sharing. Now on to the video of how she supports herself. Oh! I'll watch her channel too. I just watched the ending to yours. 🙂
@Just Mel You're welcome and thank you again for sharing. You've shown how easy it is to live in a smaller mode of transportation without having to spend so much on a larger one.
Wow that's a great set up!
the 12v water heater for coffee etc contains lead