Why I Left Everything for Van Life

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  • Опубліковано 22 лис 2024

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  • @meridethhendry5733
    @meridethhendry5733 Місяць тому +453

    What an incredible young woman. Such a beautiful home she has made for herself and her cat. A sweet way to honor her mom too.

    • @kaciesvanlife
      @kaciesvanlife Місяць тому +25

      Thank you so much! 🥹 These incredibly kind comments are making my day

    • @maryhight6030
      @maryhight6030 Місяць тому +10

      Beautiful build. You're mother is proud of you and Maggie ❤🙏

    • @carolkokx9638
      @carolkokx9638 Місяць тому +3

      Beautiful van build❤

    • @donnabootes7272
      @donnabootes7272 26 днів тому +8

      What a beautiful story for an incredible woman and the van is beautiful your mum would be proud of you God bless you ❤️🙏🚌

    • @ConceptsInHealth
      @ConceptsInHealth 23 дні тому +3

      My thoughts, exactly❤️

  • @ohkee
    @ohkee Місяць тому +234

    "There isn’t a guaranteed better day". That’s the most beautiful sentence I’ve heard this year. Wow.

  • @VirginiaBarber-nv9hj
    @VirginiaBarber-nv9hj Місяць тому +230

    As a physician who retired after 32 years of practice, I commend you on fulfilling your dreams while you could. What a beautiful tribute to your Mom! Your van is one of the most beautiful builds I have seen. And you did it yourself! Well-done!!!
    Best of luck and success to you in your adventures. The rest of us will follow along vicariously. Thank you! 😊

    • @markowa33
      @markowa33 19 днів тому

      Pozdrawiam Pana! czy myśli pan, że dla pana jest za póżno??? Nie!!!

    • @angelabay-jespersen6205
      @angelabay-jespersen6205 18 днів тому +1

      Perfectly said! I’ve been dreaming of Van life for years but, now in my 60’s my (adult) kids tell me it’s too dangerous as I do not have a partner.

    • @gimmetheacoountplix
      @gimmetheacoountplix 10 днів тому

      @@angelabay-jespersen6205 if not now when?

  • @cheryl63...
    @cheryl63... Місяць тому +106

    How sweet to honor your mother in that way... Maggie is your safe place...like a mother's soft hug... what a beautiful build...

  • @northwinterfilms5048
    @northwinterfilms5048 Місяць тому +175

    And I must say this is one of the prettiest and most comfortable looking van builds I’ve ever seen. Congratulations!

    • @tessbrown9885
      @tessbrown9885 29 днів тому +5

      I concur. Especially that she had no prior experience building one.

    • @yourlifeisagreatstory
      @yourlifeisagreatstory 8 днів тому

      Agreed, I’ve seen a few with a similar layout and it’s one of two layouts I really would like for myself.

  • @maryfolks9368
    @maryfolks9368 Місяць тому +52

    This is by far my absolute favorite van build. It's cute but the functionality to fit her personally is what I loved so much. She has 3 ways to charge her electrical system and she did it all herself. What impressed me the most was she wanted to build it by herself so she could fix it when things go wrong. Trust me things will go wrong but I would bet her freedom and peace of mind outweighs whatever might go wrong. Great video, I loved it.

  • @karenglobaltravel1578
    @karenglobaltravel1578 Місяць тому +88

    Amazing build out van and even more amazing you broke the mold and opted to do this early in life. I am a 67 year old nurse who is looking at my next option and van life is 1 of the options or liquidating everything and start traveling globe with my dog.

  • @starseedkitty5371
    @starseedkitty5371 Місяць тому +86

    Awh this made me cry, what a heartfelt story. I love Maggie’s story 🚐 ✨

  • @kallasusort2986
    @kallasusort2986 Місяць тому +107

    Kacie - I really like you, you're well thought out and purposeful on your build. The colors are calming, everything feels gentle around you. May you find great joy on your journey. Your Mother would be proud.

  • @MichelleJones-p4e
    @MichelleJones-p4e Місяць тому +55

    I LOVE this van home! And I applaud her courage in choosing to travel NOW at this point in her life. I did my traveling (overseas) in my 20’s. I had friends & family who gave me grief about it at the time, but I had always dreamed it, so I did it. My last big venture was in 2010. And as you can’t plan everything, I’ve had health issues in the past few years, so now I am unable to do that kind of travel. Had I waited & traveled when OTHER PEOPLE told me I should, it would have ended up undone. So, I say to you, dear lady, GOOD FOR YOU! And you made a wise choice in your companion as well. 😸Happy travels to you!! ❤️🌹

  • @karenhillblom7131
    @karenhillblom7131 Місяць тому +21

    Losing a parent is really hard. I’m so sorry for your loss. Your van is really nice and congratulations.

  • @IExpectedBSJustNotThisMuchBS
    @IExpectedBSJustNotThisMuchBS Місяць тому +42

    I love her attitude. Fear is what pushed me to learn new things. Van builds weren't a thing when I was young and even at nearly 70, if I was healthy enough to do it, I'd be busy building one myself. As it is, it's difficult for me to find people to garden or work on the house in the country where I live, and it's all I can do when I'm a bit better to keep up with exterior painting and garden work. If you're young, and this appeals, go for it! Go for it no matter your age if you have the health to do so!

  • @serenasams2772
    @serenasams2772 Місяць тому +45

    🙏 your mom is proud and with you. God bless.

  • @BluJnGrl
    @BluJnGrl 27 днів тому +10

    At your age you have already achieved a significant goal in your life. I hope it brings you all the happiness you’re hoping for. Congratulations!

  • @nemomonteflores3890
    @nemomonteflores3890 Місяць тому +31

    Wise woman. Courageous. A beautiful way to live and honor herself and her mother. ❤

  • @TeriWillrick
    @TeriWillrick Місяць тому +29

    I’ve been watching you do hard things for years. I admire your bravery and stubbornness. So so happy you followed your heart on this adventure.
    Love you Kacie. ❤

    • @kaciesvanlife
      @kaciesvanlife Місяць тому +6

      Love you too! 🥰

    • @shijshi
      @shijshi Місяць тому

      Does she have a UA-cam channel?

    • @TeriWillrick
      @TeriWillrick Місяць тому +1

      @@shijshi@kaciesvanlife

  • @dianecoffeeart4537
    @dianecoffeeart4537 29 днів тому +10

    Your Mom would be so proud of you. You are a lovely person and so is your special home. Thank you for sharing with us.

  • @carolynlee8948
    @carolynlee8948 Місяць тому +12

    So sorry for the loss of your Mother. 😔 Thank you for sharing your story and a tour of your incredible, beautiful van/home. You did an amazingly job building it.😊

  • @norliahnasir2252
    @norliahnasir2252 Місяць тому +19

    Very nice considering this is her first diy project. Love the arches in the bedroom

  • @suemcknight9051
    @suemcknight9051 Місяць тому +10

    What a beautiful, refreshing van life story, made even more so by this exceptional lovely young woman. As a retired (52 yrs) nurse, I know of burn-out firsthand so this resonates with me - her wisdom is greatly admired. I lost my mother when I was in my late teens… that “mother-loss” is one of the greatest we face in the course of our life’s journey. What a nice, nice way to honor her place in Kacie’s heart (& take her along every mile she travels 💞). Sending just the best thoughts & wishes for safety and happiness….

  • @jeremytorgersen
    @jeremytorgersen Місяць тому +15

    Great interview and tour! The message she shared resonates, we really do not know how much quality time we have, and especially regarding burnout. I think that it is great that she has so much self reliance and built the van herself. The design and function seems to suit her well, and the blue cabinets and mural painting is quite nice! I am partial to blue! Thank you for sharing!

  • @elizabethfleck6536
    @elizabethfleck6536 Місяць тому +12

    Kiddo, you are smart! I did retire early at 58, but by then the damage was done. Live Now!

  • @eraserewrite
    @eraserewrite Місяць тому +7

    She’s lovely. One of the coziest and practical builds.

  • @tbthrifter72
    @tbthrifter72 Місяць тому +15

    finally, a layout I could live with. Great idea to put the toilet on wheels, also.

  • @mr2del
    @mr2del Місяць тому +12

    I love your RV, personality and take on reality.

  • @jacksonw6914
    @jacksonw6914 Місяць тому +10

    Kacie, I am so proud to know you. You are incredible and your momma is so proud of you. 🦋

    • @kaciesvanlife
      @kaciesvanlife Місяць тому +2

      🥹❤️ you guys are my biggest cheerleaders!!

  • @AVPVP
    @AVPVP Місяць тому +13

    I lived in a camper van when i traveled throughout NZ. It was the most fun thing i ever did.

  • @pasemanadventures3675
    @pasemanadventures3675 Місяць тому +10

    This has got to be one of the most beautiful self builds I have ever seen! Great job! 😊❤

  • @margaretmoore3915
    @margaretmoore3915 17 днів тому +3

    What a touching story about your mom. I'm m glad you named your van after her... and not just because I share her name 😊.

  • @hdtravel1
    @hdtravel1 Місяць тому +17

    Gorgeous van build and super cool 🎉🎉🎉

  • @Sara-e7t5k
    @Sara-e7t5k 9 днів тому +1

    What a touching story of your mom. You are very strong and your mom is very proud of you.

  • @cuernavacadave
    @cuernavacadave Місяць тому +6

    Absolutely stunning. You are one gifted lady. Do all you can while you’re still young. You’ve done an amazing job on your van!!! One of the absolute best builds I’ve seen yet!!! All the best to you!

  • @marieroche1404
    @marieroche1404 20 днів тому +29

    You should have shown the shower more. Where the water goes. How you keep the wood from getting mouldy, etc.

  • @Mary-momof8
    @Mary-momof8 Місяць тому +6

    I love your van build, the colors, layout, + cat! Great tribute to mom! Enjoy your travels!❤

  • @lindar6151
    @lindar6151 Місяць тому +5

    This is one of the most beautiful builds I have seen. And she did it all herself - just incredible!

  • @husainshir3728
    @husainshir3728 29 днів тому +3

    Out of a lot of van lifers, I don’t know why I felt you’re so genuine person and your story about your mother very touching, maybe because I lost my mother recently. But I will definitely follow your channel.❤ from Boise, Idaho

  • @eloisety1392
    @eloisety1392 Місяць тому +4

    Wow. I've been watching van life related youtube videos for what seems like a decade, and I've never felt connected and inspired by anyone as much as I've felt watching you...besides the same principles, mindset and fellow burnt out medical person, your attitude towards life is so me..Thank you for being strong for us❤

  • @mildredlackey1938
    @mildredlackey1938 Місяць тому +5

    A very beautiful van build, and so perfectly organized, Olive is precious, be proud , stay safe and happy.

  • @loriurban1070
    @loriurban1070 Місяць тому +4

    Love the van…wow, this is the first time I’ve ever cried watching one of these tiny home videos..beautiful way to honor your mama 🥰

  • @jeroberts7228
    @jeroberts7228 Місяць тому +5

    Wow... she did a beautiful job on her van home! I love Olive, too.

  • @cathiejo2165
    @cathiejo2165 27 днів тому +3

    Love the softness and painting of mountains, the colors are peaceful!

  • @AnnMarieHall-l6c
    @AnnMarieHall-l6c Місяць тому +2

    After scrolling aimlessly I came upon this story made me cry over my dad, love your story and Maggie God bless your journey love your van build, like how you said it's not when it will get done it's how long it will take ❤❤ love your determination ❤❤❤

  • @Thisthingcalledlifeis
    @Thisthingcalledlifeis 29 днів тому +1

    Beautiful build. My mother was also Margaret/'Margie'.
    I'm an artist/photographer & just before I lost her to "C" she surprised me for my birthday with a new Canon camera I had my eye on. I named my camera Margie. When I overcome some health issues, 🙏, Margie & I will Nomad together....safe travels to you & kitty!

  • @ue2267
    @ue2267 10 днів тому +1

    Incredibly impressive that you did this all by yourself!

  • @rydistanley7052
    @rydistanley7052 Місяць тому +2

    What a wonderful build! Thank you for giving me hope! I LOVE THIS!!! You have surrounded yourself with peace...how fabulous! Continued blessings...sorry about the loss of your Mom. I'm sure she is looking down from Heaven & is VERY proud of you!

  • @breecrawford7856
    @breecrawford7856 26 днів тому +2

    Our lives are ours to live regardless of what others expect of us. I truly understand about burnout and grief. You are choosing wisely to go ahead with your dreams. Thanks for letting us tag along.

  • @jaynewarriner7214
    @jaynewarriner7214 Місяць тому +5

    I like your idea of living life to the fullest and even during a time of grief you were able to work through that and take on a big challenge.
    I can relate because I lost my son over two years ago and with that time of such heartbreak and pain, I used my months of grieving to build a small room off of my tiny house so I could place a woodstove in there to heat my tiny house. Then I also built a camper on the back of my pick-up truck so that I could travel to jobs and have my own quarters to sleep in. My cabin on the back of my truck has a little woodstove so I can stay warm and I can make coffee and enjoy the peace and quiet of nature.
    I’ve never built anything like that on my own. God made us creative, determined, skillful, and compassionate. I felt his quiet prompting each time I prayed about the steps of the build. . Thank you for sharing your story and your home.😊☕️🍁

  • @amiralions2681
    @amiralions2681 Місяць тому +3

    I have no doubt that Mama is along for the ride. You've made it beautiful, warm and inviting.

  • @velmaholcombe9908
    @velmaholcombe9908 Місяць тому +4

    Your van is awesome,and I love how you take your mom with you ❤❤❤❤

  • @Lelea747
    @Lelea747 Місяць тому +2

    Blessings to you! Your mother is carrying you through this earth journey. This just came to me to share with you - this is your therapy. When you are sitting in your van - you are being held by Mama Maggie. I hope this brings you comfort and a deep sense of peace. God Bless

  • @tthomas1111
    @tthomas1111 Місяць тому +2

    Thank you for sharing your story. I know your mother would be so proud of you!❤

  • @leastidyworld4365
    @leastidyworld4365 15 днів тому +1

    This is how far I watched 3:15 before I started thinking what books I would keep if we (me and the husband) were starting a van life. (Is it a van life or just van life?) And it made it much clearer to me what books I actually love and need and which ones I could live without. So I decluttered my bookshelf. Which is a very hard thing for me to do as I have strong attachments to my possessions. So thank you very much for inspiring this, I am so glad and proud of what I have accomplished today as I left go of more than I ever thought I could. 🤗

  • @heidibarrett1956
    @heidibarrett1956 Місяць тому +3

    You are an Awesome woman! Kudos to you for all that you have created & enjoy your journey forward in your beautiful tiny home. Cheers to the happy life!

  • @lucianafigliola6141
    @lucianafigliola6141 Місяць тому +5

    Hi Kaci! I totally agree with you! Your van turned out beautiful, everything to my taste! :) Love from Argentina 🇦🇷

  • @brown-eyedgirl858
    @brown-eyedgirl858 Місяць тому +3

    I am so impressed by you! Your van is well thought out beautifully built, and I think your mom would be very, very proud! Good work!!! 💙💃🏻💖

  • @n.c.467
    @n.c.467 Місяць тому +4

    ❤❤❤😌You and Maggie rock!!! Your mom would be thrilled with your journey 🚐🐈❤

  • @RottenlyMoodyChild
    @RottenlyMoodyChild Місяць тому +4

    What a wonderful tribute to your mother, Maggie. And also a lovely way to honour yourself and your life. I truly hope you find all the happiness and fulfilment in your life.
    Your self belief and determination really shows in the final result. You did an excellent job and should feel incredibly proud of yourself. I absolutely love the way the blue pops off the natural wood (the tone of stain your chose was spot on).
    Ps. I went to check out your insta and saw that you visited Laurel 😊 I'm a huuuuge Ben and Erin fan, love them so much! Love what they do, but also love a good HGTV show. Your interior design aesthetic, finish and colour palette is really beautiful, so either the HGTV shows rubbed off on you, or you should have your own show 😊 it really looks so cosy, comfortable, clean and bright without being too modern or rustic. It's the perfect balance.
    Wishing you all the best on your new journey and travels 😊

  • @curtisgrindahl446
    @curtisgrindahl446 25 днів тому +2

    "There isn't guaranteed a better day..." What a lovely being she is. I wish her well along the way. I have the feeling she will be fine both with her precious cat in the van but in everything she pursues in life.

  • @TomJones0065
    @TomJones0065 Місяць тому +2

    What AN AMAZING WOMAN! Her words are SO INSPIRING! Thank YOU!

  • @nildavalentin6819
    @nildavalentin6819 Місяць тому +2

    Hey, sorry for your loss bravo sorry for your loss 😢 but I am proud of you. I am Latina, mother and I see you like a daughter. Hooray, I like your video I like your personality treasure yourself. I am very proud. ❤

  • @reginayfavors
    @reginayfavors 16 днів тому +2

    This feels like a healing video.

  • @macauvoice
    @macauvoice Місяць тому +2

    Truly an amazing van life experience! A lot of virtues to learn from KACIE. God bless you always and keep you safe, healthy, and happy. God bless us all!

  • @suzannecranford6819
    @suzannecranford6819 Місяць тому +9

    This build is every bit as good as any professional build I've seen, and it is one of the most beautiful van homes I've ever seen. I like everything about it! Thanks for sharing this story and taking us on this wonderful tour! 🩵

  • @stevewright6290
    @stevewright6290 Місяць тому +2

    13 minutes and 15 seconds I wont soon forget. So sweet..

  • @vlmeda
    @vlmeda 2 дні тому

    I am sure your mom is proud of you and “Maggie”. God bless you. I hope you find a good and happy life

  • @antonjw
    @antonjw Місяць тому +1

    Very inspiring. Lots of great perspectives. I'm on this road, too… walking, for now… van sometime later (to really get me to more & farther out walking locations).
    You know your path when you find it… and there is nothing else.

  • @simplybeingme
    @simplybeingme Місяць тому +3

    What an incredible person. ❤

  • @survivorchristine2900
    @survivorchristine2900 Місяць тому +13

    You did a fantastic job. Your Mom is with you and you know she is so proud of you. 🩷

    • @kaciesvanlife
      @kaciesvanlife Місяць тому +3

      🥹 thank you for such a sweet comment. I like to believe she is too 🤍

  • @myname-ie3ke
    @myname-ie3ke 10 днів тому +1

    Best layout for van ❤❤❤

  • @AthenBerlin
    @AthenBerlin 9 днів тому

    hi, Kacie, thank you so much for sharing about your mom, your wonderful thoughts, and how your cute lovely tiny home looks like. I am sure your mom would be(is) proud of you. You seem a person with a kind, caring character. Efi

  • @LuluLulu-jw9fi
    @LuluLulu-jw9fi Місяць тому +1

    Although your mom precipitated this van adventure taking this time off will help you grieve and evaluate those things that as you said are important . I did the same when I graduated HS. I took a year off before going to college. I'm sorry about your mom. Moms are greatly missed.

  • @sabby1802
    @sabby1802 Місяць тому +2

    IS, not was. Ur beautiful mom still lives on, through you❤❤❤

  • @SkyblueHippie
    @SkyblueHippie Місяць тому +1

    Lovely van interior! Good layout and quite spacious for a single person. I, too, cannot live without shower and toilet, good to see you managed to include them without having to take up big space. I especially like the cute gradient purple-blue color combo! And the brass accents too! Stay safe and healthy for you and your kitty! 💓💜💙

  • @TimBrown1787
    @TimBrown1787 Місяць тому +5

    Beautiful, Kacie. Go Maggie!

  • @veteran913
    @veteran913 13 днів тому +1

    Great interior design ! Super cozy, spacious and great vibe.

  • @JoySkydancer
    @JoySkydancer Місяць тому +1

    “There isn’t a guaranteed better day.” Wow! Thank you for that life changing phrase. Deep bow.

  • @freedomontheloose
    @freedomontheloose Місяць тому +3

    Very nice Rig! Well put together and great layout! Safe travels!

  • @pampasco
    @pampasco 11 днів тому

    I truly understand how you feel. I too lost my mom and still feel the hurt whenever I remember her 😔

  • @tracymarie5
    @tracymarie5 Місяць тому +3

    You honor your mom greatly.I miss my mom too

  • @TyrionUnderhill
    @TyrionUnderhill 29 днів тому

    I'm really sorry for your loss dear. Sending you a big hug! Sometimes it's these events in our life that makes us understand the things that really matters. I'm sure your mom would have been super proud of you. You inspired me and many others ❤

  • @PatriotMomof5
    @PatriotMomof5 17 днів тому

    Wow, what a beautiful van and what a wonderful job you did! It’s one of the nicer vans that I have seen. You’re very gifted. I hope your heart is healing after the loss of your mother. That’s a great loss for sure. I know she’d be very proud of her daughter. 💗💐

  • @Gam1928
    @Gam1928 Місяць тому +1

    One of my favorite builds. You did an amazing job! I like the shape of the curved cutouts for the bed. You have a beautiful soul 😊

  • @subhadrarai5628
    @subhadrarai5628 Місяць тому +1

    An amazing person. Thank you for the encouragement to believe in oneself.

  • @IslandKate
    @IslandKate 13 днів тому

    Lovely young woman, you are wise beyond your years. Your van is gorgeous. Well done! May you and Maggie enjoy many years of wonderful adventures.

  • @onandoffgrid
    @onandoffgrid 20 днів тому

    I see what you have gone through in the past that made you choose your way of life! I understand how valuable that decision is also. We made kind of the same choice in the past when we faced the fact that even if you are young you never know how many days you have. Today we try to live every day with meaning, to let it be filled with something that makes us happy. Thank you for an inspiring video! I wish you many happy days on the road. 💞

  • @vickytimmerman1365
    @vickytimmerman1365 Місяць тому +5

    Very nice ! Where's the kitties litter box?

  • @erubielalanis6658
    @erubielalanis6658 10 днів тому

    She did an amazing job on the van, I am currently converting a cargo trailer to a camper and I can appreciate how much work it takes. It's been a slow project for me because it's hard to find the time to work on it while having a full time job and 3 kids.

  • @cachv3808
    @cachv3808 5 днів тому

    You have a lovely home, a fitting tribute to your mom. Enjoy your life ❤

  • @weggemann
    @weggemann Місяць тому +2

    Great video, hope you are well. Enjoy your days.

  • @rosett3487
    @rosett3487 15 днів тому

    What a beautiful van! I'm impressed that you did this yourself. Blessings to your Mom.

  • @juliekostas7322
    @juliekostas7322 20 днів тому

    Your Mom would be so proud to see this chapter of your life. May her memory be a blessing and may you live with great happiness :) Your kitty is so adorable!

  • @nickstoic3758
    @nickstoic3758 20 днів тому

    Sorry to hear about your mom. Pretty sure she is watching over you. May you be blessed with lovely and comfortable life.

  • @jennyfulcher8035
    @jennyfulcher8035 27 днів тому

    What a lovely home that you built for yourself. It's well crafted and organized. And "Maggie" is a great name for your van so that your mother's spirit imbues it as well as it feels that she's always with you. Thanks for sharing!

  • @IsmoOjaniemi
    @IsmoOjaniemi Місяць тому

    How refreshing to see an intelligent young lady with style doing this. Better to unwind now before you end up living in the hospital/working for the next 3 decades! cudos kacie.

  • @cdaprice3416
    @cdaprice3416 29 днів тому

    Love your rig, your ambition and the fact that your rig literally pays homage to your mom. Wishing you success. Also, your overall attitude led me to subscribe to your channel. First van lifer I ever subscribed to

  • @SlimFatboy-m9y
    @SlimFatboy-m9y 12 днів тому

    Life on the road with your trusty side kick. You my friend have it figured out!!😎😎😎

  • @sadistic-stalking-target
    @sadistic-stalking-target Місяць тому +2

    Do things that feed your soul. I so agree! ❤👍🏻🙏🏻

  • @mountainhopeband
    @mountainhopeband Місяць тому

    What a sweet young lady with so much wisdom! Thanks so much for sharing her story with us.

  • @freedomzvision
    @freedomzvision 26 днів тому

    I LOVE your cat ! I'm very sorry about the loss of your mom. I honor her memory too for you. LOVE FOREVER 💗🕊 💮🌼🌺🌷🪴🌲☀

  • @bonnies9861
    @bonnies9861 Місяць тому

    Your van is beautiful, as are you! What an accomplishment ~ and we know your mother is so proud of you! You are such an inspiration! Enjoy every moment of every day! Sending you light, love, peace, joy and abundance always. I love you.