Hey everyone. Lindy (Melind) here. Channel was taken down. Just ready to move on from sharing my life but am so very thankful for this opportunity and the support of fellow nomads. See you down the road! ✌🏻
I'm sorry to hear that!! I just watched your older van tour from a year ago on Minivan Lee's channel. You seem like such a sweet person. So soft spoken ❤️ I love your setup!!! Stay safe on your journey!!!
Yeah I had noticed I didn't see you in my sub box anymore so came to this video to make sure I could go right to your channel. That sucks you decided not to share anymore. Happy travels. 😊
I enjoyed the opening comment, seeing Lindy's rig set up but what she said at the end about fear and over thinking hit home. I recently found my son and I displaced right before a Northland winter as my landlord is going to a nursing home and his kids are selling his properties. I literally have days. Although my goal was to be nomadic eventually after I dealt with the final preparations, and I do feel somewhat ready, I have friends and family that insist on shaking my confidence. My real fear is being stuck in a Minnesota winter without a rig. I wish people in my life could be half as inspiring and encouraging as this woman. Thanks for the video. I needed this today.
@@Couplescience thank you so much for those statistics - as I have lived in unusual ways for a very long time and possibly headed for being truly nomadic, I appreciate them very very much. So often in life the ones that one would think would love and understand us, just don't! I guess they just aren't "our people." Safe travels!
This girl has nothing just laying around! She is kind of strick on herself and enjoys the very minimalist life. She enjoys different kind of jobs so is never broke. You go girl. Thanks Bob for a great video. From Central Oklahoma
"I don't equate happiness with stuff." Very well said! We spend our whole life working to aquire "stuff," and we can't take it with us when we die. Great video!
One of the best little build outs I’ve seen in a mini van. And early 40’s… we should all be that fortunate to look half our age! 😊 Thank you for showing us your little home on wheels.
The simple setups are always my favorite. “Not a build-out, but a put-in” as KC said. Would have been nice to see what she has in the minivan’s basement (in the back and stow-and-go, if so equipped).
I love Lindy and follow her on UA-cam!! She totally doesn't look like she's in her 40's, however, 40 is young to me being 60! I think i have the exact same cot in my minivan and I agree that it's too big! I bought it off Amazon thinking I would really appreciate the storage space underneath, which is nice but less floor space. Thanks for sharing, Bob!!
Love her attitude and van setup! I've followed your channel for years now! A quote that came to me a few weeks ago " The man who does with the most, probably lived life the least"!
I finally found this video again! I believe this is one of your best videos because of Lindy's story, her mini van set-up, and her knowledge of the nomad life for her. I had to keep stopping the video to write more ideas . Thanks Bob for letting her tell her story with ease. And thank you Letty. I'll be finding your channel to subscribe. See you all down the road.
So glad I went back thru vids. Lindy is so right, we are such over-consumers in this society, and beyond personal positives or negatives, societal impact of such consumerism has been disastrous for the planet, economy, humanity and other species in so many ways. Wish more of us (myself included) would re-evaluate this side of ourselves.
I love this one. Its great seeing how content Lindy is with her minimalistic lifestyle. It is very liberating to step away from the consumerist culture. I live in a no build SUV and I love it. I used to dream of having a big winnebago but I now definitely prefer a small set up. She gives great advice here saying not to over plan your build just go out and start and put it together as your need and living style requires. I've been a nomad 5 years or so now and I've had a few different sets ups in that time. Initially I had in my mind to create the perfect set up and stick to it but I think that's more a realestate type thinking. In nomadic life its all about change and adapting to your surrounds. I'll definitely go and give Lindy a follow , thanks for sharing 😊❤️
So true about planning the perfect setup is like a real estate mindset, nomad is like constant adaptation. Never thought about it that way, makes so much sense!
There are so many great humans on this channel. As soon as I see a video posted, I jump right on it. Beautiful spirit with Lindy. Love the minimal, uncluttered space. Thank you! ❤️❤️
I live in a small house in east Texas...less than 700 sq ft. People make fun of me be cause I have pretty much lived a minimalist life style for several years,I only use lights etc when needed or use rechargeable lights..my electric bill is usually just the minimum for service same with gas and water...I basically live in 1 room...would love to down size to a RV or van...being in a wheelchair for the most part would make that a bit difficult....maybe 1 day I'll figure out how
Great build! So simple, organized and clean! I’m from MN too and every year I despise winter more and more. Went to Quartzsite for my first RTV Jan ‘23 and stayed in my CRV. Loved it and can’t wait to do more and travel with the weather.
I've lived in my car becuase I went homeless, it wasn't a choice & it wasn't prepared to live in. But I still don't know how people do this. I was constantly terrified, didn't know where to be; slept at a truck stop & during day sat under an overpass at a park, was severely overheated day & freezing at night & dehydrated, not eating, etc...I just hope the people profiled do this by full choice with no other conditions, not in any way forced into this financially. Because if it's not your full choice it's absolutely homelessness & it's really really scary. More power to people who do this for their own personal pleasure.
I like these minivans mainly because of the under storage. However, I believe that the sienna's like mine are larger. I have not decided to remove the third row, in case I decide to sell it. In my 2016 i have most of my needed stuff neatly in the rear, leaving me with ample room, doors free, no clutter. I just roll out a twin trifold mattress. I believe that three medium frame people can comfortably sleep in it. After having dealt with a bed for a while, I decided to rearrange my stuff and just toss the mattress on the floor for sleeping. I can use that space to shower, exercise, stretch, entertain, etc. I also left the third row small seat still standing and I use it to sit for whatever I need, and is a legal seat for those occasions when I need to carry that extra passenger. Inside, I carry 2 of those three drawers plastic containers a small alpicool, my mini battery and pecron lfp 600 power station, some totes for a decent amount of clothing and other sleeping linens. I do not use a stove but I carry a very small one butane just in case, for those gloomy days. I believe; I finally have the set up that works for my life style. Enjoy your travels! Nice setup!
😊That's what I was just thinking about too. I've done it in a double door pickup (with 2 big dogs), in a 18' teepee, in a 2 room tent in the desert in Arizona, in a log cabin in the bush in Ontario, Canada, n when I was a lot younger n dumber, hitched all over the country. I'm in Oklahoma now to help my brother with our mom who has dementia; but, I'm hoping to, my health permitting, be back traveling 1 of these days. Safe travels to you....🙂
Lindy! I’m a subscriber to your channel. I love the set up of your dressers! Reminds me of my grandmothers art deco dressing table. It had a huge circular mirror over the middle section. I have a similar set up but mine are a different color and all the same level.
You are so smart 🤓 keeping your life small must be so freeing. You can just live your life and not have to spend a day packing up to move. I wish you the best life ever.
Life is hard for us less fortunate no matter where we live. I personally love what you are doing in fact I have been trying to get simulator going for myself. I recently was given 2007 Nissan Frontier pick-up truck it is a smaller truck but it's a 4 door so somehow I'm gonna get it to work for me.thank you for being an inspiration.
If you can least put a cap on the truck bed that's a great start. There are also some great lightweight camper options for trucks like the Frontier and Tacoma. You've probably already started doing research on how others make nomad living work in a small truck. Best wishes to you!
Thanks for the potty idea. It’s probably the most annoying part of thinking about going tiny. I’m not into the “stop in a gas station” thing. If I need to use the potty I prefer not to go scouting one out. This is a great portable solution! Love it! Hope you are able to get the sleep setup you want. A comfortable bed is neck and neck with the potty issue. Actually bathroom in general and bed. Happy trails. Vaya con Dios!!
Well I'm so very happy for you ; my name is Renee and I know most of theses videos are old but I try to contact everyone that has inspired me to take on this kind of life style and I have nothing saved for this but I am working on the finances to be able to get in the road and meet up with all you fellow nomadics out there I'm very excited about this journey I hope that I will here from you one day or just maybe meet up with the meetings here in Michigan so I wish you good blessings too where ever your traveling take care Renee really hoping to hear from you😊😊😊
I loved watching the tour and listening to you. I can understand wanting to go private. There's a caring in this nomadic lifestyle. Stay safe. And God bless.
Nominated since 2014, that’s why she look so young. 20 not 40😂 nice van, very clean. I’m in Milwaukee, Wisconsin living in a camper since January of this year ❤it
Thank you Bob, Lindy is lovely. I have the same simple way of life. Small car with a few necessities and a couple of knickknacks, my clothing and cleaning products, a bed and it all fits very well.
Hey everyone. Lindy (Melind) here. Channel was taken down. Just ready to move on from sharing my life but am so very thankful for this opportunity and the support of fellow nomads. See you down the road! ✌🏻
Drawers from Target! I have a Mr Buddy for heat and cooling towel/fans for hotter temps. Thanks to everyone for being here. ☺️
I'm sorry to hear that!! I just watched your older van tour from a year ago on Minivan Lee's channel. You seem like such a sweet person. So soft spoken ❤️ I love your setup!!! Stay safe on your journey!!!
Yeah I had noticed I didn't see you in my sub box anymore so came to this video to make sure I could go right to your channel. That sucks you decided not to share anymore. Happy travels. 😊
Lindy, you are missed and loved. Safe travels. May God Bless and keep you.
Oh wow I was looking for you hope a see ya down the road❤
"Stuff doesn't define you" Lindy is 100% real nomad
Namasté & Ho’Oponopono everything.
I enjoyed the opening comment, seeing Lindy's rig set up but what she said at the end about fear and over thinking hit home. I recently found my son and I displaced right before a Northland winter as my landlord is going to a nursing home and his kids are selling his properties. I literally have days. Although my goal was to be nomadic eventually after I dealt with the final preparations, and I do feel somewhat ready, I have friends and family that insist on shaking my confidence. My real fear is being stuck in a Minnesota winter without a rig. I wish people in my life could be half as inspiring and encouraging as this woman. Thanks for the video. I needed this today.
I hope and pray that you both are doing well and that you're out there enjoying your new nomadic life. Hang in there. 🙏 God is so good. Depend on Him.
@@Couplescience thank you so much for those statistics - as I have lived in unusual ways for a very long time and possibly headed for being truly nomadic, I appreciate them very very much. So often in life the ones that one would think would love and understand us, just don't! I guess they just aren't "our people." Safe travels!
You can do it!!! Many ladies do it and start where they are.
This girl has nothing just laying around! She is kind of strick on herself and enjoys the very minimalist life. She enjoys different kind of jobs so is never broke. You go girl. Thanks Bob for a great video. From Central Oklahoma
I mean who wouldn’t clean before the video
@@vanmasterflash7153 I mean, she literally showed & explained that she has practically nothing to leave around.
What a well organised and grounded lady. Thanks for letting everyone see your home!
Think I'm going to sell my house and live in a car in Arizona
"I don't equate happiness with stuff." Very well said! We spend our whole life working to aquire "stuff," and we can't take it with us when we die. Great video!
So true 💯 percent
One of the best little build outs I’ve seen in a mini van. And early 40’s… we should all be that fortunate to look half our age! 😊
Thank you for showing us your little home on wheels.
At 79, I look like I'm 69😅
The simple setups are always my favorite. “Not a build-out, but a put-in” as KC said. Would have been nice to see what she has in the minivan’s basement (in the back and stow-and-go, if so equipped).
@Livin’ the Life Lindy I like that. I have a skoolie and I'm definitely putting in vs building it out as a single mama
I love Lindy and follow her on UA-cam!! She totally doesn't look like she's in her 40's, however, 40 is young to me being 60! I think i have the exact same cot in my minivan and I agree that it's too big! I bought it off Amazon thinking I would really appreciate the storage space underneath, which is nice but less floor space. Thanks for sharing, Bob!!
Well I am also in my 60s, and I think she looks every day of late 40s!
the link from this video to her YT channel does not work. Did she change it??
I can’t find her channel either
I Cant find her UA-cam OR FACEBOOK ?? And heard she might of Quit Everything?? Is she ok ?? Do you know what happened?? 😢
I can't find her either. I get quitting FB but UA-cam? Hope she is ok.
Love her attitude and van setup! I've followed your channel for years now! A quote that came to me a few weeks ago " The man who does with the most, probably lived life the least"!
Very inspiring video ! Love your videos ! It all started with you Bob thank you .
Been following Lindy for awhile now. I have learned a lot from her for my future retirement nomad life
Good for you Lindy. I wish I had learned sooner, now I am an old person trying to get rid of all this "stuff"
I can relate. Never to late to get rid of those material balls and chains.
I finally found this video again! I believe this is one of your best videos because of Lindy's story, her mini van set-up, and her knowledge of the nomad life for her. I had to keep stopping the video to write more ideas . Thanks Bob for letting her tell her story with ease. And thank you Letty. I'll be finding your channel to subscribe. See you all down the road.
I love love love how organized and uncluttered her van is. What a great history of her van life, too!
So glad I went back thru vids. Lindy is so right, we are such over-consumers in this society, and beyond personal positives or negatives, societal impact of such consumerism has been disastrous for the planet, economy, humanity and other species in so many ways. Wish more of us (myself included) would re-evaluate this side of ourselves.
I had a patient named Bob Wells, very gental and loving soul, WW2 Vet. So the name Bob Wells really makes me have the Utmost Respect💞💞💞
Another great interview! Lindy is wonderul! I really appreciated her simplicity and even more her encouragement! THANK YOU! ❤
What a cutie with a great outlook and a great rig. always the best interviews!
I liked her opening comment..
I love her hair ♥️
I love her setup! Great organization. Yes... Just do it. If you're wanting to do vanlife! 7 months in and I'm loving my freedom! ❤👍
I love this one. Its great seeing how content Lindy is with her minimalistic lifestyle. It is very liberating to step away from the consumerist culture. I live in a no build SUV and I love it. I used to dream of having a big winnebago but I now definitely prefer a small set up. She gives great advice here saying not to over plan your build just go out and start and put it together as your need and living style requires. I've been a nomad 5 years or so now and I've had a few different sets ups in that time. Initially I had in my mind to create the perfect set up and stick to it but I think that's more a realestate type thinking. In nomadic life its all about change and adapting to your surrounds. I'll definitely go and give Lindy a follow , thanks for sharing 😊❤️
So true about planning the perfect setup is like a real estate mindset, nomad is like constant adaptation. Never thought about it that way, makes so much sense!
Lindy sure has figured out great storage to keep things tidy. Awesome attitude, also!
Yep. Live out of our vehicle. Not in. And don't become emotionally attached to Stuff that can't Love ya back. That last one I relearn too often..
I just watched this again . Loved it.
She's adorable, and a great inspiration. Well done, Lindy!
I never though such a small place could be so aesthetically pleasing its a really serene place and so well organized.
A minimalist minivan is the best!
There are so many great humans on this channel. As soon as I see a video posted, I jump right on it. Beautiful spirit with Lindy. Love the minimal, uncluttered space. Thank you! ❤️❤️
I'm watching this video again because it's great
What avsweetvsoul...love that she smles so much.
Lindy's set up is just right for her space. She makes it sound so easy - love that. Thank you.
What an excellent home she has made.
🚽🪣🧻"....or there will be repercussions."🤣
Lindy is such a bright spot ⭐ Thanks for the tour. Stay safe out there.
What a Wonderful Video. Lindy what a wonderful Kindred Sprit you are.
I am continuously impressed by people's creativity in there builds!👍
Thank you Bob! You have such a soothing peaceful voice and great videos! You are a great teacher !😊
Lindy, It was so nice to meet you, and thanks for having all of us in your home. You are very inspiring and resourceful. Best wishes always!
I have followed Lindy’s channel for quite a while, and her van build from a few years ago is still one of my favorites.
Wow! Nice setup. Love the spacious feel of your rig!
Lindt you're so right about just go and try it out.
Very functional. She is adorable. Wishing her everything that's good and safe traveling.
Love her outlook on her life and the future. Very encouraging.
Great video!
I live in a small house in east Texas...less than 700 sq ft. People make fun of me be cause I have pretty much lived a minimalist life style for several years,I only use lights etc when needed or use rechargeable lights..my electric bill is usually just the minimum for service same with gas and water...I basically live in 1 room...would love to down size to a RV or van...being in a wheelchair for the most part would make that a bit difficult....maybe 1 day I'll figure out how
Amazing interview! Love Lindy’s remark: “stuff doesn’t define you. “ perfect!
True
She has the best set-up, and it's so simple!
Awesome and great job
What an amazing soul Lindy is, thank you so very much for sharing your set up and story. Much love and many blessings
Great build! So simple, organized and clean! I’m from MN too and every year I despise winter more and more. Went to Quartzsite for my first RTV Jan ‘23 and stayed in my CRV. Loved it and can’t wait to do more and travel with the weather.
She seems like such a serene and happy lady.
I'm watching this video again because I really enjoy it. Many ideas. She is so interesting to listen to. Thanks Bob
I've lived in my car becuase I went homeless, it wasn't a choice & it wasn't prepared to live in. But I still don't know how people do this. I was constantly terrified, didn't know where to be; slept at a truck stop & during day sat under an overpass at a park, was severely overheated day & freezing at night & dehydrated, not eating, etc...I just hope the people profiled do this by full choice with no other conditions, not in any way forced into this financially. Because if it's not your full choice it's absolutely homelessness & it's really really scary. More power to people who do this for their own personal pleasure.
I like these minivans mainly because of the under storage. However, I believe that the sienna's like mine are larger. I have not decided to remove the third row, in case I decide to sell it. In my 2016 i have most of my needed stuff neatly in the rear, leaving me with ample room, doors free, no clutter. I just roll out a twin trifold mattress. I believe that three medium frame people can comfortably sleep in it. After having dealt with a bed for a while, I decided to rearrange my stuff and just toss the mattress on the floor for sleeping. I can use that space to shower, exercise, stretch, entertain, etc. I also left the third row small seat still standing and I use it to sit for whatever I need, and is a legal seat for those occasions when I need to carry that extra passenger. Inside, I carry 2 of those three drawers plastic containers a small alpicool, my mini battery and pecron lfp 600 power station, some totes for a decent amount of clothing and other sleeping linens. I do not use a stove but I carry a very small one butane just in case, for those gloomy days. I believe; I finally have the set up that works for my life style. Enjoy your travels! Nice setup!
Very inspiring. Thank you for sharing your set up.
This helps me a lot since I'm interested in traveling in a minivan.
I think this was the most inspiring nomad video I've seen. I cannot picture myself in an expensive RV or a complicated build. This - I could do this!
😊That's what I was just thinking about too. I've done it in a double door pickup (with 2 big dogs), in a 18' teepee, in a 2 room tent in the desert in Arizona, in a log cabin in the bush in Ontario, Canada, n when I was a lot younger n dumber, hitched all over the country. I'm in Oklahoma now to help my brother with our mom who has dementia; but, I'm hoping to, my health permitting, be back traveling 1 of these days.
Safe travels to you....🙂
Lindy! I’m a subscriber to your channel. I love the set up of your dressers! Reminds me of my grandmothers art deco dressing table. It had a huge circular mirror over the middle section. I have a similar set up but mine are a different color and all the same level.
Lindy seems so clever! Very cool lady
I seriously don’t think it’s in my DNA to be a minimalist. I absolutely admire that she can do what she does!! She is so free!
You are so smart 🤓 keeping your life small must be so freeing. You can just live your life and not have to spend a day packing up to move. I wish you the best life ever.
Life is hard for us less fortunate no matter where we live. I personally love what you are doing in fact I have been trying to get simulator going for myself. I recently was given 2007 Nissan Frontier pick-up truck it is a smaller truck but it's a 4 door so somehow I'm gonna get it to work for me.thank you for being an inspiration.
If you can least put a cap on the truck bed that's a great start. There are also some great lightweight camper options for trucks like the Frontier and Tacoma. You've probably already started doing research on how others make nomad living work in a small truck. Best wishes to you!
Lindy is a very nice lady and has a really good outlook on life. I wish her well. Safe travels.
Thanks for the potty idea. It’s probably the most annoying part of thinking about going tiny. I’m not into the “stop in a gas station” thing. If I need to use the potty I prefer not to go scouting one out. This is a great portable solution! Love it! Hope you are able to get the sleep setup you want. A comfortable bed is neck and neck with the potty issue. Actually bathroom in general and bed. Happy trails. Vaya con Dios!!
Bob, the best interview I’ve seen on ur channel.
Well I'm so very happy for you ; my name is Renee and I know most of theses videos are old but I try to contact everyone that has inspired me to take on this kind of life style and I have nothing saved for this but I am working on the finances to be able to get in the road and meet up with all you fellow nomadics out there I'm very excited about this journey I hope that I will here from you one day or just maybe meet up with the meetings here in Michigan so I wish you good blessings too where ever your traveling take care Renee really hoping to hear from you😊😊😊
love your great attitude.
Bravo, keep living and loving and spreading kindness.
What a cool lady! I admire her for the life she's lived!
40s is young. there are many peoples who are nomadic so the desire is natural for many
She’s absolutely enjoyable. I loved this interview.
Wow!! I totally know how she feels! Brilliant woman!! 🌹
Just gotta say : I ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ that intro!!!! ***Especially, those bird sounds.😊😊😊😊😊😊
One of my favorite interviews in a while Bob. Great lady!
Hey Bob she was a great super adorable I will subscribe to her for sure love her build practical
She is very sweet and happy,good on her.
Thanks Bob💛 She's a true minimalist!
Nice job Mel🌟
Take care Lindy, all the best. Peace be with you.
Love how organized it is
I loved watching the tour and listening to you. I can understand wanting to go private. There's a caring in this nomadic lifestyle. Stay safe. And God bless.
Almost ready to hit the road Van life here I come. I'm ready for a life change and to join the caravan.
Best of luck to you! I hope you love it!
What an awesome no-build build! And an equally awesome and delightful nomad❣️👍
She has a wonderful Outlook and personality.
She has a great outlook on life! Have fun out there Lindy! Thanks for sharing Bob! I'm going to go see your channel Lindy!!
Nominated since 2014, that’s why she look so young. 20 not 40😂 nice van, very clean. I’m in Milwaukee, Wisconsin living in a camper since January of this year ❤it
Yea yea on the minivans!!! I’m an Astro owner! 2000
She's adorable! I love her!!!
hi from australia
Awesome 👍
Lovely lady living her good life
Lovely arrangement! Encouragement to keep reaching for the nomadic life. Thanks!
Very inspiring yes
Thank you Bob, Lindy is lovely. I have the same simple way of life. Small car with a few necessities and a couple of knickknacks, my clothing and cleaning products, a bed and it all fits very well.
I like how nice and neat it is in there! Good organization.
SHE DID A VERY NICE NO BUILD, VERY CREATIVE AND FUNCTIONAL IDEAS.
Wow this Is cool love her setup
❤️ it 🥳
Love her Van. Be safe and enjoy your adventures 😉🦋