LIVING IN MY CAR: A TYPICAL DAY | Katie Carney

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  • @kiki-ds9bo
    @kiki-ds9bo 6 років тому +321

    Oooooohhh I would love to see a food storage vid. What food do you keep in the car? Do you buy food daily, or do you keep some dry goods? What about a cooler with perishables? Thanks Katie!

    • @nealanpaulaking9708
      @nealanpaulaking9708 5 років тому +1

      I also would love to see food storage

    • @y.harris9579
      @y.harris9579 5 років тому +1

      Cooler with ice (& put 🏔️❄️ icepacks in it for later).

  • @LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz
    @LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz 6 років тому +425

    The fact you look that flawless just waking up (as well as all the time) is mind boggling. You are such a boss and such a beauty.

  • @woodstyleah
    @woodstyleah 5 років тому +28

    I've been living in my Nissan Murano for 3 weeks working 50 hours a week where I have to show up. Its saved me tons of money. I must say though nobody would follow any video I made due to every morning waking up looking like Medusa yet worse! Still worth it💜

  • @kristasexton8641
    @kristasexton8641 5 років тому +7

    Girl I used to live in our vehicle too. I wish I had known about those pins. We used to stuff towels down in the gasket by the window. Or drape a towel over the window and shut the door on it. I cannot tell you how many times I woke up soaking wet because it started raining in Tennessee and if you've ever been to West Tennessee you will know it rains a lot that's why it's so green and beautiful here. But the towels would absorb the rain water and then start dripping on me. Even now living in an apartment me and my husband talk about how comfortable and peaceful it was living in the van versus actually living in an apartment. I told him when we buy our own house the in the backyard or even in the woods that we're going to put a vehicle back there just so we can get away from everything LOL

  • @laurastr1
    @laurastr1 6 років тому +62

    I use the plastic Target or grocery bags for my car garbage. I loop it over the stick shift. I call it my carbage bag.😹

    • @cammybear-x
      @cammybear-x 5 років тому +1

      Laura S i do that too lol

    • @jaylynn3346
      @jaylynn3346 5 років тому

      Hahahaha ! I admit, that is FUNNY....

  • @hellospacemonkey
    @hellospacemonkey 6 років тому +199

    katie CARney

  • @sh0eh0rn4
    @sh0eh0rn4 6 років тому +119

    the way I change my shirt in a car is this: I take the new shirt and I’ll put it over my head, but I won’t put my arms through. I’m completely covered. then, I will take my arms out of the sleeves of the old shirt and pull it up to my shoulders. then I put my arms in the sleeves of the new shirt. at this point, I am then able to pull the old shirt out through the head-hole of my new shirt and that’s it! hard to explain but it works and no one sees anything.

    • @heatherlouise814
      @heatherlouise814 6 років тому +2

      thats impressive

    • @juiceboxie
      @juiceboxie 6 років тому +7

      Serious question... what would be the MASSIVE rush to get a shirt on if you're far away from other people and cars? I don't live in my car but I've changed in my car plenty of times and I guess I just don't understand what the big hurry is and what all that extensive planning is for? Not trying to be a bitch... just really trying to understand!

    • @curiouspilot
      @curiouspilot 6 років тому +1

      You explained it fine and I learned something, thank you.

  • @CyberMachine
    @CyberMachine 6 років тому +71

    I see alot of judgemental comments but some people are just plain wrong. I lived in a car for a month but it was a choice. I got the BEST sleep I've ever gotten and woke up without back pain for once. It becomes an adventure to literally visit a new area everyday. Not everyone does it because they're financially struggling

    • @katiecarney
      @katiecarney  6 років тому +22

      Right??? My back hurts muchhhh less when I sleep in my car versus a bed or couch! So glad someone understands! ❤️❤️❤️

    • @okmmauh
      @okmmauh 6 років тому +4

      Victoria Alexis )) yes same here. Lifestyle choice

    • @ashmarie5424
      @ashmarie5424 5 років тому +3

      Victoria Alexis even if it’s not a choice people still shouldn’t judge, it could happen to anyone

    • @xashe_lovesx2450
      @xashe_lovesx2450 4 роки тому

      @@ashmarie5424 ikr

  • @dreluv101
    @dreluv101 6 років тому +30

    I don't really have any advice other than I like the fact that you in your videos end off with Love Of Christ and also with you reflecting love too people. You are amazing young woman just be safe out there and continue to give us the stories and the journey 😊

  • @hannahgrace6430
    @hannahgrace6430 6 років тому +101

    Honestly, I wouldn't be able to live like this. It's amazing that you find it comfortable and like living in your car. I actually find it cool and interesting, not hating. You do you :)

    • @mgdiaz2158
      @mgdiaz2158 5 років тому +3

      No one chooses to live in their car. Their's something happening behind the scenes that she's not telling us. No one chooses to live like this. No bathroom, no shower, no stove, no space, no washer and dryer. Not to mention it's dangerous.

    • @omgmono
      @omgmono 5 років тому +1

      Angelillusions Diaz she travels all around the US

    • @cammybear-x
      @cammybear-x 5 років тому

      Hannah Grace i think everyone finds ways to adjust lol

  • @ellena858
    @ellena858 5 років тому +29

    Love your new glasses. What kind of customer service, boy I’d love to get a job like that. I’ve done it at an office but would love to do it from home (or car). You’re adorable!!

  • @Reesicup
    @Reesicup 5 років тому +9

    I lived out of my car for like 6-8 months (w/my cat) because I would be traveling a lot back and forth between CA and NV. It was kind of like an adventure. And Zoey, my cat, liked the car rides. I had set up her carrier in the back seat with a cat bed strapped ontop so she could look out the window while we drove. I had the carrier strapped in and the front passenger seat leaning back against it to anchor it in. She had a covered litter box in the back (the flooring lined with trash bags) strapped inyo my cargo rings in my trunk (i had a hatch back). But she usually waited until she could go out to go. Id go to a park sometimes while I would work on my laptop or make calls, etc. I'd crack the back door open so she could go out to play, climb a tree, etc. Or Id get out too and play with her. She never went out of my line of sight.. I'd call her back after maybe an hour or so and she'd hop back in the car. Her favorite was going into Petsmart to watch the bird enclosures. She wore a harness when traveling or when she was out of the car. I went to the gym to shower and work out (which is when Zoey would usually go play and explore the park next door (she was an indoor/outdoor cat anyway)). I often would park overnight in hospital parking lots, or at rest stops (of course) when traveling. It was an interesting adventurous time in my life, for sure.

    • @chantalperez7815
      @chantalperez7815 5 років тому +1

      I lived in my car with my cat for two months, alternating sleeping in the car and camping in a tent, and I don't think my cat's ever been happier X-D He never once got lost, always knew where to come find me in the morning after spending the night hunting and having fun discovering a new place. He had the trunk of the car to himself (without the flat covering thing that hangs behind the back seats obviously) with his carrier and his litter box. At night, he generally slept on me if we were in the car or at the foot end of my small one person tent if he felt like it. It was really nice to have the company. The litter box didn't get that much use actually because he would rather way for the stops.
      I didn't keep him on a leash, I tried at first but they haven't invented a harness he will not get out of but he always comes back when I call and never strays too far from sight so after the initial worry, I just accepted that he was his own cat and trusted that he would come back to me. It worked out X-D

    • @lunarosa5111
      @lunarosa5111 2 роки тому

      What part of cali?

    • @chartheboujeecamper
      @chartheboujeecamper Рік тому

      omg that is my life right now! but without any pets. I travel from Long Beach to Summerlin in Vegas. It is quite an adventure but sometimes I do go all the way to Utah. I come back to California whenever it gets hot in Vegas then back to Vegas whenever it gets cold there. :)

  • @ElfGreatTree
    @ElfGreatTree 6 років тому +167

    Katie, its probably not a good idea to leave an inverter plugged in because it will wear out the electronics in the inverter over time. Only plug it in when you are using it.
    Keeping the inverter on/draining the battery without the car being on is a bad idea as well, since if the car is on the alternator is running and that will re-charge the cars battery, otherwise you are draining your car battery and thats not good.

    • @rachelcharris
      @rachelcharris 3 роки тому

      Good advice thank you 👍🙂 yes charge on a drive.

  • @BabyDoIIx
    @BabyDoIIx 6 років тому +8

    i feel like living in your car during storms and rain would be bliss, i love rain so maybe its just me...? Rainy night in the car with snacks and a good book??? yessss

  • @AylaASMR
    @AylaASMR 6 років тому +408

    Have you ever thought about getting one of those backseat air mattresses? They fill up the space behind the front seats, so maybe it’ll be easier for you to stretch out completely!

    • @misslovelace89
      @misslovelace89 6 років тому +4

      Ayla ASMR it looks like she has bins and books down there. She probably needs that space for storage.

    • @AylaASMR
      @AylaASMR 6 років тому +20

      GlitterPewbs storage on the roof would help with that :)

    • @MrEmpireBuilder0000
      @MrEmpireBuilder0000 6 років тому +3

      There's probably enough room for a futon on one side and all her gear up to the ceiling on the other side. Just get good sturdy bins that won't topple or use bungee cords to hold them against the door? I agree. A futon is what I used for my van stay.

    • @kaylaatkinson8401
      @kaylaatkinson8401 6 років тому +4

      I've been looking for this comment for several videos now. One of those would be awesome, but I guess she's comfortable with the way it is.

    • @eduardobidocruz7509
      @eduardobidocruz7509 6 років тому

      Nmesduls. Como cues. Awki muladtiez

  • @marsharobeson6160
    @marsharobeson6160 5 років тому +2

    I have a Honda fit. Small. But I agree, it's cozy and comfortable. I raise my headrests on the front seats and put a blanket on them. Then I attach the blanket on each side above the doors and I have my own little cave. The back seats are folded down so I get the whole back seat/hatch area. A lot of room for one or a couple. My back windows are tinted so it's private. I love seeing how other gypsy's live and get new ideas! Thank you for the videos!

  • @nickiosborne9369
    @nickiosborne9369 6 років тому +58

    Do you ever get bored? I would go crazy in my car all day lol however I am so intrigued by this ❤️

  • @MyKindOfBeautiful
    @MyKindOfBeautiful 6 років тому +173

    Hun.. if your wipes are dryer out just pour a little bit of water into the package and they will reset and be good as new no sense in wasteing them :)

    • @bernadettebockis4120
      @bernadettebockis4120 6 років тому

      Yeah, add water to wipes package - even for inside the house, which isn't as hot as the inside of a car.

    • @Progamerjay100
      @Progamerjay100 5 років тому

      Thank you for the tip. I will do this for my sons baby wipes.

    • @notanotherfuckingnikki
      @notanotherfuckingnikki 5 років тому +15

      I can't believe you actually have to tell people this...

    • @NSynCreatively
      @NSynCreatively 5 років тому +1

      Thats what ai do I add water to mine. It is cheaper to buy the three pk. I use them for everything that u would need a damp towel for.

    • @solsticemeows
      @solsticemeows 5 років тому +4

      @@notanotherfuckingnikkiWhat a snarky holier than thou comment; how rude! I'll bet u have a miserable life and misery loves company

  • @yoitsannajo
    @yoitsannajo 6 років тому +295

    Would you consider tinting your back windows? Would that make you feel safer? Or I suppose, more "discreet"?

    • @xthexcolorxredx
      @xthexcolorxredx 6 років тому +112

      Idk I think blinds are more sketchy lol I see cars with tinted windows all the time, but not with blinds.

    • @gabrielledias7587
      @gabrielledias7587 6 років тому +15

      Tori T in Colorado tinted windows are not illegal but it's the very dark tint that's illegal. Just gotta check local laws on what percentage they allow.

    • @breezaal6197
      @breezaal6197 6 років тому +8

      AlePolait I don’t live in America, but 96% of the cars in my country is tinted lol

    • @curiouspilot
      @curiouspilot 6 років тому +1

      @xthexcolorxredx
      If she only sleeps at night, then blinds won't be too obvious, but it will make her car stand out during the day if she's got tinted windows.

    • @MyAZFamily
      @MyAZFamily 5 років тому +4

      Sid Tinted windows are pretty normal. 😂 Not auspicious at all you just need to check the laws for where the car is registered as to how dark you can get them tinted.

  • @emahlieful
    @emahlieful 6 років тому +15

    I'm in Australia, but they probably sell these anywhere.. in our Kmart you can get a "back seat organiser" which is just a thing that hangs on the back of a seat with a whole heap of pockets and things. I hang mine on the front of my passenger seat for snacks and lip balm and things like that and they are super handy for finding homes for tortilla chips :)

  • @sherrybridges7936
    @sherrybridges7936 5 років тому +24

    Cars can be so hot quickly and cold too, how do you stay comfortable unless your running the ac or heat all the time, yes there is nice weather sometimes where it might be comfortable, but not often.

    • @rachelcharris
      @rachelcharris 3 роки тому

      She's done videos on this. I've been here it is hard but there are ways 👍

  • @melaniespaur405
    @melaniespaur405 5 років тому +104

    I have no idea how I got here. I have no idea what I'm watching. But your so flippin cute and sweet, cant stop watching lol!

  • @angelinadumas3518
    @angelinadumas3518 6 років тому +123

    You’re really carefree... like I would be so worried about someone seeing the bags, clothes and purses you have in the truck since the windows aren’t tinted. Maybe that’s just me always thinking you should never just assume the best in everyone, but I think window tinting would be a good investment... no hate. Just concerned about your safety.

    • @ryansbaby79
      @ryansbaby79 6 років тому +9

      Angelina Dumas especially since she sleeps at truck stops! That’s scary!

    • @ryansbaby79
      @ryansbaby79 6 років тому

      Actually Violent lmao...gross! 😂

    • @bcrwarlock1974
      @bcrwarlock1974 5 років тому +8

      Actually there are lots of women driving trucks now, and they sleep at truck stops. Truck driving is essentially living from a car (vehicle) anyways. My wife is on her way home from a road trip, and is Prius camping. She is doing great, and she sleeps at either truck stops or Wal Mart parking lots. She also has covers for her windows she made herself from cardboard and fabric. The shapes are custom fit to the windows, so you don't have to worry about light getting in, or lack of privacy.

    • @gloriabowie5629
      @gloriabowie5629 5 років тому

      @@ryansbaby79 definitely not a truck stop.

  • @christyheathcott3463
    @christyheathcott3463 6 років тому +26

    You have changed my life. I absolutely love you!!!!! I live in Tennessee & I have anxiety. I know it's because of my kids who all have drug addiction...two are in jail right now & I have no insurance so hard for me to get medication for my anxiety. So now you are my therapy!❤

    • @recyclespinning9839
      @recyclespinning9839 5 років тому +5

      This country has a major problem because we let insurance companies raise the rates too high. Hope you get better with your anxiety..

    • @kirkir6990
      @kirkir6990 5 років тому +3

      Natural herbs help,teas and way cheaper.❤️

    • @hazztv6317
      @hazztv6317 5 років тому

      I suffer from anxiety too so I learned how to coupon right here in tribe and that my therapy.

  • @marisasnowden5715
    @marisasnowden5715 5 років тому +39

    Who do you work for doing the customer service? I have been trying so hard to find a stay-at-home job but am having zero luck.

    • @youareloved1648
      @youareloved1648 5 років тому +3

      Marisa Snowden I was wondering the same

    • @barbihayden2082
      @barbihayden2082 5 років тому

      I don’t know what it’s called but there’s another job similar to this where you work from home and type up court documents! I’m sure like a google search would answer all the questions, but it’s another option!!

    • @IlianaGuadalupe
      @IlianaGuadalupe 4 роки тому

      Transcription?

  • @marinasuzette6563
    @marinasuzette6563 6 років тому +1

    I love your personality-so real. I have lived in a car & absolutely hated it ... but I love how you are open and not ashamed about living in your car! While my situation was not out of choice is still is great you do these videos to give tips on car living lifestyle!

  • @shellymac7597
    @shellymac7597 6 років тому +139

    Hi Katie, I think that battery charger will be OK if your car is running. You could probably leave it plugged in for a little while with the car shut off but I would be afraid to leave it plugged in for a long time with the car shut off.

    • @livefreeordie4850
      @livefreeordie4850 6 років тому

      Yep

    • @stevenperry9122
      @stevenperry9122 6 років тому

      Shelly Mac why? The charging port isn’t connected to the battery when the car isn’t on.

    • @JA-eq5um
      @JA-eq5um 6 років тому +3

      @@stevenperry9122 really? Turn in your man card if you even have one. Okay clueless this is the reason why you don't want that plugged in while the car is not on. It's because it will drain the battery while the car is running you have an alternator which helps charge and regulate the current to the battery. If the car is not running and you're using the electrical devices inside the car which includes charging other phones or laptops it puts 100% of the strain on the battery. Do you understand that.

  • @mandymckk
    @mandymckk 4 роки тому +1

    I find your channel so calming lol

  • @mskelitza31
    @mskelitza31 6 років тому +257

    You should tint your windows a little. Once I get my new car I’ll get the windows tinted cause I hate when ppl stare at me while I eat 😂

    • @grippinglipsfishing5671
      @grippinglipsfishing5671 6 років тому +8

      mskelitza31 they are probably wondering if you are a man dressed like a woman.....

    • @user-jp4cj3ds7p
      @user-jp4cj3ds7p 6 років тому +47

      Gripping Lips Fishing ........ Go away loser

    • @grippinglipsfishing5671
      @grippinglipsfishing5671 6 років тому +5

      ; uh oh look out we got a white knight riding through the comment section....ps go fuck yourself

    • @AlanaYeahWhatever
      @AlanaYeahWhatever 6 років тому +36

      Gripping Lips Fishing why would you say something like that to another person?

    • @elieshawhite6349
      @elieshawhite6349 6 років тому +1

      I have limo tint on all my back windows. its so nice

  • @dorianroberson
    @dorianroberson 5 років тому +3

    Can I just say that this video made me so happy. Thank you for sharing that with us!! You rock

  • @Braedenfish
    @Braedenfish 5 років тому +37

    So amazed that folks are so amazed you live in a car. It's a liveable structure on wheels. After a natural disaster this situation would be stellar...and yes...am speaking from experience. However the ONLY thing I truly find unbelievable is that you can spend only 10-15 minutes in a TJ Maxx.

  • @coloritgreenbehappy
    @coloritgreenbehappy 6 років тому

    I've lived like Katie for a period-- in my car, moving around to different public lots, working, vigilant, even had tinted windows. I relate to the carefree attitude of Katie here, but it also unsettles me. So I just want to say (for anyone reading comments) that there will likely come a time when one is forced to not only understand but also *feel* the reality of just how vulnerable you and your belongings are when you are a young solo woman living in your car. Even when checking off all the precautions-- nothing visible in car, blocking windows, changing locations, 'safe' areas, etc. - it only takes one bad encounter to f*ck everything up.
    After having my car broken into and losing valuables and on another occasion narrowly avoiding a scary situation, I could rarely ever feel safe or at ease enough to relax in my car or to leave my car without anything I valued on my person. I could meet all of my needs (hygiene, food, sleep, income) but I was always on alert and this became emotionally taxing. It took a few instances for me to really get how vulnerable I was and how little chance I stood against anyone set on harming me with this lifestyle.

  • @Watchwoman_91
    @Watchwoman_91 5 років тому +43

    I am so jealous of your life right now lol New subscriber here, and man, this is amazing! I wish that before I had a family, I had done this!! Awesome, awesome, awesome!! God bless!!

  • @kathymyers7279
    @kathymyers7279 4 роки тому +1

    I’ve been depressed and watching this has inspired me to brush my teeth tonight instead of just in the AM. I’m thrilled because I’m so proud of myself to discover I can use a zipper lock bag as a sink and don’t have to make a big production about spitting outside ect. Just threw some papertowels in there to absorb water and threw in my garbage. Sounds pretty pathetic if you’ve never been depressed or ACTUALLY NEVER HAVE lived in a vehicle.

    • @kathymyers7279
      @kathymyers7279 Рік тому +1

      I just found this comment from 2years ago. Things are better I now live in a nice camper. Since no one has encouraged me, “I ADMIRE YOUR STRENGTH GIRL! ODAT! Things WILL be better for you!❤😂

  • @hellomelaniee
    @hellomelaniee 6 років тому +287

    Shane needs to make this a documentary

    • @alexh9653
      @alexh9653 6 років тому +2

      Yesssss

    • @jadensohn
      @jadensohn 6 років тому +3

      hellomelaniee omg yesssss, tweet him

    • @abbeyj2994
      @abbeyj2994 6 років тому +8

      Omg yes!! Especially cause there’s a lot mentally going on with her unfortunately, I think it’d be sooooo interesting for every audience type

    • @Itsgonnabeok4
      @Itsgonnabeok4 5 років тому +1

      @@abbeyj2994 what do you mean theres a lot going on with her mentally?/. just curious/

    • @sashamaart5757
      @sashamaart5757 5 років тому +3

      Shane Dawson?

  • @stars_for_night_lights
    @stars_for_night_lights 6 років тому

    Girl, you get mad props for what you're doing, how you're doing it and your honesty about it. All the best to you! 🙏

  • @sabrinaadams5740
    @sabrinaadams5740 6 років тому +23

    worried about you and glad that you're back and feeling better don't go all week without picking up the camera because I get worried

  • @trishasgypsyjournal8162
    @trishasgypsyjournal8162 3 роки тому +1

    You look Mary-Louise Parker the actress that played in fried green tomatoes!!

  • @cathiedawson2429
    @cathiedawson2429 6 років тому +316

    Girl! You need a van!

    • @beverlybrito7055
      @beverlybrito7055 6 років тому +14

      Cathie Dawson why for ? She’s comfortable as is

    • @thepotters888
      @thepotters888 6 років тому +10

      Cathie Dawson she doesn't want one. She is comfortable with her car.

    • @JonDZ_Adventuring
      @JonDZ_Adventuring 6 років тому +57

      Cathie Dawson, reading through these comments and hearing backlash when anyone tries to give advice really makes me feel uncomfortable about leaving a comment, but whatever, here I go. While I agree with you about her getting a larger vehicle, I also think she could benefit from a more capable vehicle as well. *If her goal is to "travel" then she needs a ride that's capable of leaving the pave roads and accessing all the free BLM (burea of land management) lands*, this would open up a whole new world for her!
      I personally have a 2015 Forester XT (a regular Forester would be better at fuel economy, 32 MPG) that I'm able to live out of. I can't speak more highly of it. From the spacious sleeping area 6 ft, 5 in. to the panoramic moonroof to star gaze yourself to sleep. This vehicle has taken me to some incredible places. Most recently I camped out for two nights on the a cliff overlooking Zion National park, and just a week ago I drove up within 3 feet from the waters edge at Lake Mead and spent the day relaxing next to warm aqua blue water. The best part of it, the dispersed campsites I have access to are absolutely EPIC & FREE!!
      Please don't take this comment the wrong way. I know she' said she's content with her Yaris, but her #1 goal is to travel right? There's more to life than city living. Imagine driving to a natrual hotspring in the middle of winter while the snow is still falling on you and then... dipping in.

    • @leebailor99
      @leebailor99 6 років тому +1

      @@JonDZ_Adventuring same with my jeep...tab trailer rig

    • @czbikash
      @czbikash 5 років тому

      Lol idiot .. mileage is important 😂😂

  • @b.346
    @b.346 5 років тому +16

    What company do you work answering emails?

    • @mixxboyharris1
      @mixxboyharris1 5 років тому +1

      B. Foreal I need to kno

    • @heedlessed7952
      @heedlessed7952 5 років тому

      I believe it's for a website called doesn'texist.com.. she explained what a hotspot was and how to use it.. in 2019 LoL

  • @mysurlytrucker7510
    @mysurlytrucker7510 6 років тому +245

    Why not ditch your back seat , then you can sleep right through from the back , your windows get the blinds to have something more useful and regular each night what camera do you use.

    • @fishface6247
      @fishface6247 6 років тому +62

      I agree. I took out my back seat and I sleep feet in trunk and head to front of car. I can fit a queen size futon mattress and it is pretty comfortable.

    • @mysurlytrucker7510
      @mysurlytrucker7510 6 років тому +5

      Fish Face the futon mattresses a good idea

    • @fishface6247
      @fishface6247 6 років тому +32

      One week down. I'm not going to lie extremely hot. But after about 9:30pm it started to cool down and I honestly got the best sleep I ever had in my life. I slept in a Walmart parking lot and my job's parking lot. I'll probably stick with the walmart parking lot. I just called a bunch of walmarts and asked if they offered Overnight Parking. In Cincinnati only one offers it, so I think that's my new home for a month or two.

    • @cailin5309
      @cailin5309 6 років тому +18

      Fish Face you can get away with parking in Walmart overnight whether they say they allow it or not. Also sometimes you can park outside a hotel overnight and some of them their WiFi even reaches the parking lot.

    • @EPTR1CKS
      @EPTR1CKS 6 років тому +3

      I've never really "lived" in a car, but I did sleep in a van for about a month while I was on tour with a band at one point. We slept in walmart parking lots every night and never had a problem. Most of them were 24 hours, but not all of them.

  • @andreasutherland8182
    @andreasutherland8182 6 років тому

    I love how fast you talk! It keeps me interested.

  • @jhonreid1104
    @jhonreid1104 6 років тому +156

    We could all do this and retire early. No more rent!

    • @okmmauh
      @okmmauh 6 років тому +7

      Scarlet Moonlight $$. Move out into a mini van now. As s life choice. Good luck 😉

    • @Love-qv9nl
      @Love-qv9nl 6 років тому

      okmmauh, why?

    • @houseofbows
      @houseofbows 5 років тому +3

      My house is paid for.

    • @runsontrails3091
      @runsontrails3091 5 років тому +2

      But no family. That is worth so much.

    • @runsontrails3091
      @runsontrails3091 5 років тому +4

      Leslie Williford Leslie is this her choice to live in a car or is she homeless? Her home is her car and she seems completely self sufficient and has ability to purchase things. Real homelessness can happen to anyone. I was homeless. In the month of January in Wisconsin. It was a very trying time. This is rather luxurious living.

  • @dalev.7508
    @dalev.7508 5 років тому +6

    You’re amazing. Keep living a positive life! You look flawless too. Thanks for the vids

  • @anya-bo6hz
    @anya-bo6hz 6 років тому +422

    how do you deal with periods

    • @cykova7475
      @cykova7475 6 років тому +22

      ......

    • @nataliethomas3045
      @nataliethomas3045 6 років тому +114

      Its a valid question! I have slept in the car over night a couple of times, one even while heavily pregnant and it was NOT fun lol but it was a very small car.. I couldnt cope not knowing where the next toilet was when on my period! I do know that if i ever chose to live in my car the frist thing id want to do was tint the windows!!

    • @marigam
      @marigam 6 років тому +50

      I don’t know if she does this but nowadays there are period underwear that will literally let you bleed in them and contain it all plus there is something called the diva cup which you can use instead of a tampon that can be safely in you for 12hrs if need be(unlike tampons). It’s also way more comfortable. This is what I would use..

    • @real_shootr
      @real_shootr 6 років тому +5

      Marigam its funny that you bring up that cause I just found out about this from my new gf and I was in shock and it's great for mess free sex jus saying

    • @real_shootr
      @real_shootr 6 років тому +3

      Leanne foreal why does it say that you can have mess free sex if Yu cnt it just hurts a lil I just stick a lil more then the head in

  • @k1ghz960
    @k1ghz960 6 років тому

    I lived in my truck/camper, boats, condemned buildings, etc. for about 30 tears of my life, and preferred it to living in a high rent noisy apartment. There's more peace of mind without the stress of having to meet the rent each month, talk about a buzz-kill. I did this in the 70's, 80's, and 90's. There was more space then, cause the world was not as crowded and you could park almost anywhere. It's clearly much tougher now, so you have my complete respect. You remind me of a woman I know when you wear the round glasses. I love your vid's, there was no internet or cell-phones at that time, a very different world, indeed. I think you're lovely. I too have health issues that no one understands.

  • @jenniferduarte3299
    @jenniferduarte3299 6 років тому +16

    Omgosh I love your tattoo BLUE FOR AUTISM!!!

  • @seriouslyyoujest1771
    @seriouslyyoujest1771 2 роки тому

    The best time of my 27 on the road crafting business was when I gave up hotels. I dabbled in stealth camp, But preferred a rest stop. Pure joy!

  • @mattbroomer2000
    @mattbroomer2000 6 років тому +42

    Do you have a smoke alarm in your car incase of electrical fire while you are asleep? The invertor should be fine for the battery. Batteries need replacing every 5 years or so anyway.

    • @cailin5309
      @cailin5309 6 років тому +3

      RandomMattyness I’m sure she’d realize it quickly considering the close quarters lol

    • @mattbroomer2000
      @mattbroomer2000 6 років тому +11

      Many people die from fires while sleeping. It doesn't have to be her car on fire. Just one nearby with enough toxic fumes to ensure she doesn't wake up.

    • @dawnrandazzo9790
      @dawnrandazzo9790 6 років тому +4

      a carbon monoxide alarm would be a good idea as well

  • @denua22
    @denua22 5 років тому +7

    What's the point of traveling to see new places if you spend most of your time around chain stores like TJ Maxx and Target? No shade, I'm just curious.

  • @aileendiazdeleon2485
    @aileendiazdeleon2485 6 років тому +23

    YOUR SKIN. UGH goals

  • @Ruliiss
    @Ruliiss 6 років тому +7

    Looks so cozy tbh an imagine when it rains damnnn

  • @secretsociety1111
    @secretsociety1111 5 років тому +10

    I lived in my car for 2 months and was a full time student as well as working a full time job. I wish I could've found a job doing emails, it would've made life 10 times easier at that time. Lol. I love the positive attitude that you have. I wasn't so positive when I lived in my car ! I will say I learned alot during that time , it humbles you. I think everyone should live in a car for at least a week. I promise you will be thankful for everything you have ❤

  • @stephaniespahn2424
    @stephaniespahn2424 6 років тому +19

    Omg... haha! Your stuffed animals. The buffalo. I have the same exact one! I named him General Custer 🤣

  • @edithali1263
    @edithali1263 6 років тому +1

    What do u do w the heat in Tx? Like how do u handle sleeping w out air conditioning? Doesn’t it get uncomfortable? Second video for me ...love how transparent you are.

  • @batoolasif6447
    @batoolasif6447 6 років тому +11

    Do you use your trunk for anything?

  • @nailsbyjennifercole9396
    @nailsbyjennifercole9396 5 років тому

    Can’t stop watching your videos. Love watching you!

  • @LJones69
    @LJones69 6 років тому +104

    How did you find that customer service job where you just answer emails? It seems so hard to find places you can trust to offer legitimate online work. Plus like you, suffering from extreme anxiety I find it very difficult to work in an environment with several people in it or around it. Thanks Katie...... You’re the best!!!

    • @lauraborabeee
      @lauraborabeee 6 років тому +6

      Lee Jones so true I would love that job

    • @_hernameischris
      @_hernameischris 6 років тому +4

      Ya Katie! "Put a link below" I used to do online chat customer service and I looooved it but it was in an office setting and my anxiety would not let me be great when I had to talk to/avoid real people

    • @madelynn7377
      @madelynn7377 5 років тому +1

      Just look them up on indeed and glass door there are a tooooon of remote customer service positions. I've been looking for a new job forever and just keep seeing those!

    • @BattleAngel20
      @BattleAngel20 5 років тому +1

      @@_hernameischris what was the name of the company u worked for!

  • @giamarie8172
    @giamarie8172 6 років тому +2

    The Shiseido(sp?) cotton pads are amazing, I won’t use anything else. I cut them in half because they’re so big usually a half will do the job and you get double the product!

  • @smoochumstar
    @smoochumstar 6 років тому +230

    This just looks exhausting to me....

    • @y.harris9579
      @y.harris9579 5 років тому +10

      It is 😔

    • @marshmallow1488
      @marshmallow1488 5 років тому +21

      Jolene Looks lonely too.

    • @tiarrasmusic
      @tiarrasmusic 5 років тому +8

      I agree! My head hurts hearing her and watching her daily life but at the same time, I LOVE HER!!

    • @tiarrasmusic
      @tiarrasmusic 5 років тому +4

      Marsh Mellow, you're right. It also looks very lonely.😢

    • @frugalfrugal1307
      @frugalfrugal1307 5 років тому +4

      It probably offers similar social opportunities to working from home as a single person. If anything, she's not tied to one geographic location socially which is really interesting. 😀

  • @Meli-ul9zt
    @Meli-ul9zt 5 років тому

    idk if im ready to make the transition of fully living in my car yet but i feel like this has completely opened my eyes to a new way of traveling the country. I literally have the freedom of going anywhere and not having to worry about accommodation which is sometimes the most expensive part of traveling, I AM SO EXCITED :D

  • @Nicoliolioli
    @Nicoliolioli 6 років тому +3

    its 4am rn but i cant stop watchingggg

  • @easerrano86
    @easerrano86 6 років тому +47

    Do u have medical insurance? What about mail? Also, what do u so when it's hot or cold outside? And here's a suggestion: use car shades to cover your windows instead of shirts.

    • @kennethlaw5216
      @kennethlaw5216 6 років тому +1

      Nini S there are a ton of videos out there on mail, insurance, divers license, all of it. she has a job, even though she works remotely doesn't mean it's not like any job, even if you work from home they still pay your insurance

    • @Slyfox2388
      @Slyfox2388 6 років тому +1

      Kenneth Law most company's dont pay all insurance. my husband only gets 30% and theys lucky cuz most dont pay any at all.

    • @traww9537
      @traww9537 6 років тому +1

      Most cars have heat and ac..

  • @celesteautokier
    @celesteautokier 6 років тому +35

    I’ve changed in the car many times. Just like you described. Lol.

  • @sasquatchandme3673
    @sasquatchandme3673 6 років тому +21

    I'm curious, I've watched 2 of your videos now and I see that you have a passion for travel, but you also work 3 jobs...so, do you ever do more than work, sleep, drive?
    I also live out of my vehicle for the love of travel, but I like to stay for a season in one place, meet ppl, make new friends and explore a bit before moving on. Do you ever have adventures?

    • @joelcruz6913
      @joelcruz6913 5 років тому

      Marty Cook I’ve done the same but now staying in one place making good money but I wonder what she does for work who she works for to pay for all the travels. I do Uber and roadie for now but do it staying in one city currently

  • @goyard9
    @goyard9 6 років тому +209

    can you reveal what online companies you work for? The job where you return emails online sounds interesting. Maybe post if these companies are hiring?

    • @ScorpioCrystal
      @ScorpioCrystal 6 років тому +6

      Chris Tarrolly I second this!

    • @hotpinkfrogs
      @hotpinkfrogs 6 років тому +27

      Why? So you can take her job?

    • @SHEIFFY
      @SHEIFFY 6 років тому +364

      You know jobs can have multiple employees, right?

    • @WANNAWATCHIT100
      @WANNAWATCHIT100 6 років тому +20

      LOL

    • @ScorpioCrystal
      @ScorpioCrystal 6 років тому +3

      hotpinkfrogs 😂 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️

  • @caylamaratea
    @caylamaratea 6 років тому +1

    the easiest way to change your shirt is to just put the new shirt on on top of the shirt you’re wearing, once you have both shirts on pull arms out of both sleeve holes, then put your arms back through the top shirt and pull old shirt over your head! I have a certain shirt I have to wear to work and sometimes don’t want to wear it to class but have to go from class to work. do it allll the time in parking lots!

  • @jmarici5801
    @jmarici5801 6 років тому +15

    Where did you find the jobs you do? The customer service email job. Do you know how I could find a job doing that?

  • @eimajhteb8288
    @eimajhteb8288 4 роки тому +1

    How do you work in your car!!! I would be dying for a break- I would defintely be in a library all day just to have some leg room and desk space

  • @emilyw.6467
    @emilyw.6467 6 років тому +91

    You have REALLY great skin! How do deal with receiving packages you've ordered online? Do you send it to a friends? Random house? Business ? This is all so interesting to me.

    • @addyfolsom9480
      @addyfolsom9480 6 років тому +7

      Emily W Obviously I don’t know what she does, but I work for ups and you have the option to have a pkg help and you just got pick it up! I’ve also done that for a personal package that went through the post office that I wanted to pick up early in the morning instead of waiting all day for to be delivered! Super handy

    • @emilyw.6467
      @emilyw.6467 6 років тому

      Addy Folsom oh yeah! I forget that's an option. 😂 I guess if it's not something you have to worry about, you just don't!

    • @L.L.Cool.T
      @L.L.Cool.T 6 років тому +6

      Amazon also allows you to have your package delivered at certain places (grocery stores, 7-11, school campus) in these designated lockers. Very convenient!

    • @raechellie
      @raechellie 6 років тому +4

      A po box is $50 for 6 months. You can pay for the entire year ($100) or six months at a time. If there are companies that don't deliver to po boxes, I use a friends home address.

    • @lauraborabeee
      @lauraborabeee 6 років тому

      I’m sure she probably has like a P.O. box or something.

  • @alamshah815
    @alamshah815 5 років тому +1

    Sometimes I secretly miss my friends. I miss having the time to talk & laugh & go food hunting together. Because nowadays we are so packed with our own schedule.

  • @millie3111961
    @millie3111961 6 років тому +4

    Did you ever think of maybe putting some film on your windows, I've seen them in Home Depot, it's a film, block out clings to your window, and in the morning all you have to do is peel them, they just cling onto your windows and you can pull them out whenever and then use them over and over again, it's comes in a roll, they work really good

  • @samanthamiller4895
    @samanthamiller4895 5 років тому +1

    I was just watching this video downstairs with my breakfast, and my mom comes over and she says “who’s that... and she lives in her car!!! Why!!??” I told her well I don’t know, she was just on my recommendations for UA-cam then I subscribed and here I am now 😂😂😂

  • @erica.aguilar
    @erica.aguilar 6 років тому +153

    I live in Austin, it's me & my 2 sisters. Late 20s, early 30s. Anywho, you're welcomed to stay w us anytime or come shower, hang, get out of the heat. Whateva:)

    • @ivonnezerimar8494
      @ivonnezerimar8494 6 років тому +10

      You're so kind god bless ou

    • @erica.aguilar
      @erica.aguilar 6 років тому +6

      Ivonne zerimar aw, thank you. Sweet of u to say. May God bless u🙏🏽

    • @usmarinewannab1
      @usmarinewannab1 6 років тому +11

      What a great person you are. Hope God continues to bless you.

    • @erica.aguilar
      @erica.aguilar 6 років тому +2

      Mayra Schultz very kind of u to say, may God bless you too🙏🏽

    • @nicolemaiden8266
      @nicolemaiden8266 6 років тому +10

      the world deserves more of you 😩

  • @Dirtydeborahharry
    @Dirtydeborahharry 5 років тому

    Totally obsessed with this channel. love it. What about going to the restroom when you wake up?

  • @CrossfitCarlos
    @CrossfitCarlos 6 років тому +7

    Traveling to a new city and i'm mustering up the strength, thanks for the vids.

  • @SAMHOUSTON56
    @SAMHOUSTON56 5 років тому

    That's exactly how I sleep in my car. I usually put up shirts or towels. The best is when it's rainy out in the morning, so you can chill for a bit longer. That's where I'm at now, in Austin. One thing you can do is, to cover all your stuff with a towel or blanket during the day, that'll keep from peering eyes. Oh yeah, about the Duracell charger thing, I have the same one. It does really come in handy. Just watch you what you plug in, you might drain the car battery. Small portable fans during the night and charging you phone is okay when you car is off, but for your laptop or other bigger items, keep your car on during use.

  • @yeseniagonzalez5201
    @yeseniagonzalez5201 5 років тому +3

    I'm not sure why but I find you incredibly calming to watch....you're voice reminds me of Miley Cyrus's btw. All the best to you .

  • @justinjohnson1665
    @justinjohnson1665 5 років тому +2

    You are amazing! Great tip for the steering wheel desk.

  • @kannieschrijfnie2042
    @kannieschrijfnie2042 6 років тому +11

    I really like these style of vlogs that you make. You’re such a nice personality Katie. No wonder you have friends for such a long time. One day there will be someone becoming more than just a friend for sure to grow old together. Have a great week👍

  • @darrylspain316
    @darrylspain316 6 років тому

    Can you fit small bins in your trunk? I'd love to see you tackle having more organization...a specific place for everything. Also, maybe some type of fabric that can wrap all around the inside of your car to cover all the windows at once.

  • @myleealexander8332
    @myleealexander8332 6 років тому +3

    You are literally so pretty!!😍 your skin and teeth are frikin goals!!!!

  • @lilliecunningham7933
    @lilliecunningham7933 6 років тому

    I thank you so much Ms. Katie for making this video, even though most of us know these thing's, some time's it is helpful, for me anyway to be shown step by step what someone else would do, so that now i want feel alone in my new beginning. I really don't want to be all over the place letting anyone else know that I'm a new car dweller if that make sense.

  • @searlejessica
    @searlejessica 5 років тому +3

    Hey! I just found your channel today, and loving your videos so far, you seem super friendly! :) Could you possibly talk more about your online customer service job? You say you love it, seems interesting! x

  • @Nighthawk198421
    @Nighthawk198421 6 років тому +2

    I totally like this had to because I didn't have a spot for my dog after a break up. You amazing...

  • @NewFoundAli
    @NewFoundAli 6 років тому +6

    So what do you do about an Address? Like for your phone bill and license and stuff.

  • @karlaDCF
    @karlaDCF 5 років тому

    OMG you remind me so much of my lifestyle choices. I have traveled a lot and Target, Starbucks, and the gym were my go to places to go. Starbucks to do college HW online and you can get free refills with the Gold Card, Target is fun to buy groceries to eat right away (they have Starbucks) too or to buy makeup and fun stuff, and the gym to work out and get ready. Or most Starbucks have single restrooms to change if you feel weird dressing in the car, you can change there (like I used to sometimes.) I used baby wipes when I felt grimy in a hot day and the whole backpack thing too--same thing! You are organized and super clean. I know that makes a whole difference! Awesome! I always thought living in a car would be so easy and fun. If I did not have kids, I would totally travel the US and do this. I love traveling but stay at hotels since I have kids, but the travel to get to those hotels, I use the skills that I have learned throughout my traveling experience. Your life is exciting and some people like stability. However, I am a person that thrives on exploring and living different environments and experiences. You go girl! LIVE and do what makes you happy!

  • @j94us
    @j94us 5 років тому +18

    When a packet of wipes dries out, it can be easily rehydrated with a capful or two 💧 of bottled water. 💃 No need to throw them out. 👍🏻🐨

  • @cailin5309
    @cailin5309 6 років тому

    I have always loved driving around my area and visiting all the different tj maxx, Marshall’s, Nordstrom racks, things like that. I just like it.. never met someone else who enjoys the same thing! I’m binge watching your videos right now lol.

  • @magicyoume1180
    @magicyoume1180 6 років тому +3

    You are so beautiful . I admire that you have the freedom to do what you want & live life on your own terms . I am glad that living differently is becoming more acceptable and find it interesting that people are creating ways to do that, so they can expirence things & go places they would otherwise not be able to .

  • @cherijane3776
    @cherijane3776 6 років тому

    Awe you look super cozy in your car. Love your glasses.

  • @ashleydon9975
    @ashleydon9975 5 років тому +10

    Where do you work online? I've been looking for online work.. I have a goal just like this!!!

  • @awomanwalksintoabar954
    @awomanwalksintoabar954 5 років тому +2

    Tip! When your bath wipes dry out, just pour water into the packette! It works.

  • @laurenleeonethree
    @laurenleeonethree 5 років тому +6

    I am curious as to how you find your online jobs. I'm trying to find something like that but there are so many scams out there.

  • @philipjanek3864
    @philipjanek3864 5 років тому +1

    You have too much junk! I just keep a plastic bag in the passenger seat for my garbage bag it's that easy LOL

  • @chrissierg
    @chrissierg 6 років тому +5

    does anyone know what type of work this is; customer service writing emails; but how do you apply for that and where... :)

  • @malikalbritton784
    @malikalbritton784 3 роки тому +1

    Time capsuling really WORKS!!!!

  • @zaidamorales7365
    @zaidamorales7365 6 років тому +7

    Katie when ur wipes dry add water to keep moist..

  • @reubenwyoung
    @reubenwyoung 6 років тому

    I lived in my car for a year back in 2009.
    The best way to sleep was upside-down in the drivers seat with a pillow where the knees would bend and my legs over the back seats, in the rear window lol
    You should consider a van for safety and privacy?
    Just bought a van for $800 and about to move in at the end of the month! So excited to have a mattress and to be able to stretch out!

  • @rachelhudson4662
    @rachelhudson4662 5 років тому +12

    Washing, cooking, laundry??? How?

    • @shaz1998
      @shaz1998 5 років тому

      The laundry mat maybe

    • @billandtomrsohot
      @billandtomrsohot 5 років тому +1

      Rachel Hudson laundry mat, gyms to wash, and she has a camping stove