Hi Lindy, watching you from Australia. I have a van but do alot of housesitting. You are amazing lady. God bless you, may the Lord always protect you 🙏
Thank you for being honest and down to earth. You have the best of both worlds. Letting us know you do have storage because you have a hard time giving up your antiques is an honest omission. I appreciate that. You were also honest about the heat and your ac and you and little Marley were going through a hard time. Also about parking in a parking lot and those two big semi trucks parking near by and keeping you up all night. The good times and meeting up with other people who live the van life. I think I remember you being in the Army. You definitely are a tough person and have lived through a lot! Amazing you don’t take any medications! Thank you for being honest. Life is not easy and to do what you do certainly takes a lot of work. God bless you and thank You for your videos. You reach a lot of different kinds of people. ❤️🕊️🙏🐶
I think the biggest thing is the acceptance. If a van is your only option you must leave the pain, sorriw, blame etc. behind and embrace the new. Not easy but the only way to thrive, like Lindy.
It also applies to people, especially women, who sell all, buy an RV then find out it is not as glorious as they were led to believe. My late husband and I moved into our motorhome in 2004. The 13 years of his illness much maintenance was deferred. He has been gone almost 4 years now. It is overwhelming at time to try to catch up which I am failing at. But, the motorhome is all I have to live in.
I have been living in a 32 ft 5th wheel for 4 1/2 year. Not by choice, my long haul trucker husband decided after 17 years he wanted a divorce. I was blindsided. I am looking for a small manufactured home I can afford in northwest Arizona.
@@grannyprepper1181 I know there are still a few campgrounds in AZ that don't charge that much....if you refer to Bob Wells channel...he's good at finding them..
Detaching from "things," especially the "things" that have meaning to one's heart...once started I began feeling relief. The "things" are yesterday, and yesterday is gone. The honest video about your life is golden.
Living in a vehicle big enough for a bed and your clothes is not homeless. That is your home and in many ways it is way better than renting an apartment. Being locked down to a lease and single location even if your neighbors are awful is worse than living in your vehicle in many cases and it’s cheaper living in your home on wheels as well.
Great one Lindy. It is very hard to get rid of and give away cherished items because they are a part of you and your past. The same goes for gifts received thru the decades and remembering those who game them. Keep up the good work.
Trying to let go myself, I find it useful to take a picture of the item and save it digitally. It takes less room and you can still enjoy that memory. If you are extra blessed to still have that person available, you can take a selfie of the item and both you and the person who gave it to you...
It's one thing to live this way because it is a choice, it is a different story if you have been forced to live in a vehicle. No senior in the U.S should be forced to live this way. Van life fantasy!! you said it. I would love to travel around and camp and when I get tired of it I could come home. That's called fun. Living in a van full time would be torture for me. I love small , but not that small full time . I agree that less is more. I've learned that material things never made me happy. we've learned much through the years.
I found that most people don't get the right stuff. They avoid learning things, don't really study or read what the library doesn't have. They are quick to judge that I personally, should have only the bible, notebook and pen. I do lego because it relaxes me. I used to do jigsaw puzzles, but found lego less stressful because missing pieces don't matter. I have textbooks because they amuse me. I have one offs china here and there, because I find joy in using a different dish, depending on what i feel that day. I don't need a 6 piece setting of everything I found cool looking. Thrift store finds are good enough for me. Do I own a lot of stuff? Yes, but I live in a sardine can. I got rid of around 75 percent of my non-fiction stuff because I decided I'd never make sense of it and moved on. You can't eat minamalism or air. This is why I make sure if have enough First In First Out foods, if I can afford to do this. I'm slowly working on this. I have 3 weeks of FIFO currently, but hope to get more. I believe we need LTS foods, but who can afford that? Collectables - I only collected lego, chess sets (my bad - too much brain damage) and textbooks. Sure you can't take it with you, but I can't think of anything more boring then sitting on a couch watching Telly while people (not you, but other people) scream you must get rid of everything because you can't take it with you. Knick-nacks never amused me. Just something to break as i was always a klutz. I am going to sell most of my chest sets.
Lindy, you are such a gracious, caring ,loving lady. I am also finding it difficult to let go of my antiques, my books (oh how I love my books), my art, things I have collected on trips. So true when you stated, " You can't take it with you." My children for the most part do not want these things. I am trying to find people that will love these "objects of a life well lived". Thank you for sharing your experiences and your life with all of us.
This was a great video for anyone, not just nomads. I've been studying this life style for 4 years so that I'm prepared if things change for me. I'm 65 and slightly handicapped and have a mini van that I could make do in if my lot rent goes up one more time. I'm already thinning things out just in case. I too would rent a small storage unit to keep just a few things that are precious to me but would mean nothing to anyone else. I'm so glad you were able to get your AC situation figured out. I'm in NW Montana and we are still dealing with the cold, but another 3 weeks and the heat will be full blast for the next three months. Thanks for sharing the realities of everything. If you're ever up my way, please reach out as it would be nice to meet you. But who knows, if I end up in my van I may meet you in the desert in winter😊. Take care, safe journeys!
I'm 77, and as it gets harder to shower, i use baby wipes more and more. I've been pouring a couple of tablespoons of white vinegar into a just opened pack of baby wipes. Then, I use them for pit baths between showers. Thank you for your videos. God bless and keep you in the palm of Their hands.
Good evening from France lovely lady 👋 this was a lovely video and so true in everything you say. Sending you hugs and a pat for your fur baby. Stay safe 🙏😘💐🐾
I can sympathize with you about not wanting to get rid of your antiques and things you have collected. We do grow so attached to these things. I wish the younger generation would appreciate them.
You are right Lindy. I am an RN. In doing home healthcare years ago, 1:3 vinegar/ water solution or 1:10 bleach/ water solution were used for cleaning and disinfecting medical equipment and supplies. Today, I think a 1:2 and 1:1 vinegar/ water solution are more common. For your own personal use, some people use straight vinegar.
I love that you include God in your messages. May you be the one to plant the seed as God's vessel to save souls. You're beautiful and it's nice to see you have so many subscribers.
I lived on my boat for over 25 years ,Van life is similar to boat life but dirtier, all the things you are saying are so true now I have been forced into a Van ,it’s better than being stuck in a house or apartment. For those of us that are older on a fixed income it can be a challenge . As on a boat whatever comes in that is multipurpose puts a smile on my face . It’s the simple things that count Funny how people don’t realize how much water they waste and how much stuff they don’t really need.Happy Birthday Dear ,all the best to you .🎉🎂
Thank you for this video. I’ve met you once at Susan Hare’s camp who is also a great author and content creator. You were at Van Aid near Yuma Arizona in 2024. You have told the truth. People need to hear reality. Those content creators run off and make videos that look fun and exciting. One young man quit vanlife the first time he had diarrhea in the winter but no way to potty indoors. Several couples broke up. One couple built a tiny house in the woods ad had a baby. Other people built a tiny house in the woods contributing to the rising land prices. When times grew hard, that couple bought a house in the city. Every point you made was the exact target. I have not figured out my way to van life yet but videos like yours keep me grounded. People are not talking about seniors aging out of vanlife when they need to stay close to their medical providers. Being sick in a vehicle is awful. Your videos are both educational and inspirational. Hold firm.
I concur with much of what you are saying! I’m coming up on one year full time, and absolutely love living in my van. I think I travel more than you-I’ve been mostly in CA, but back in the East Bay every 2-4 weeks, and I mostly boondock. Because my chronic illness makes me very temperature sensitive, I travel with the weather-I’ve been avoiding the worst of the heatwave by staying on NFS land in the sierras. Sure, it’s uncomfortable and stressful at times, money and adequate water are chronic concerns, but I’ve no desire to return to stix and brix. I’ve already met and dealt with one of my greatest concerns-breaking in down in the middle of nowhere-but new friends and the kindness of others made the difference, and now I have a “new” (older!) van with more space. Be well!
Lindy, I am so impressed by you. There are so many people who claim they cannot afford, or do not have the space to be a Prepper, you have proven, there are no excuses, yet many choose to remain delusional. "Everybody's in your business," you made me laugh, I used to live in a small Victorian Town, in a Conservation Area in the UK. The gossiping that went on was unbelievable, so much so, my hairdresser said, "You can start at one end of town with just one feather, but by the time you've walked to the other end of town, you've got the whole bird! lol
I bought a truck last year and I've been living in it for 8 months in a driveway who's house is full of people. I couldn't afford the rent increases with the utilities and have insurance for my vehicle. I'm on SSI. I'm paying 250 rent plus utilities. I pay more than each one of them are. There's 4 people living there and only one has a job. I would rather be camping and doing my own thing. I think that 250$ a month is too much for a driveway. I'm stuck in a bind right now I had to get a payee and they just can't get along with me. So I told her just KEEP HER MONEY. She's dreaming when she says get a real car and a house to live in.. she a veteran and she's not very educated. So until I obey her orders I'm not allowed to have anything I want or need for my truck. I've reported her to social security. She's making up lies now about being my payee. She's spent over 500$ of my back pay and bought me a 109$ junky battery .. I've never spent over my check. I'm hoping I can find a way to hold her liable for taking my money. I'm speaking directly to the person handling my case at social security. The thing is getting a hold of him. But I have and I told him she's neglectful and abusive. And she's threatening me always about social security and handing everything I have over to them. So I've reached out to social security and asked for a change in payees. Now I need social security even more because they said I can and she lied and said I couldn't. She's telling me and my daughter we stink. 😅😢😅😅 I know I don't stink. It's just her new car and condo smell she's so used to. I should really notify the police if social security doesn't step in. I think she was putting my money directly into her bank account and lying to me. Social security said she just had direct deposit for June. She's been my payee since March.!! Did she use my back pay in her account also. ?? 😮 😢 She's really got me on the edge of my seat. And she's holding back from me until she gets the health department and police over here. She said she could do that. I was wanting to visit some campgrounds and explore some. Now I'm her prisoner with no friends here. Just a niece who's on her side . Nobody likes me.
Why do you need a payee? Your situation sounds bad. Why can't your daughter be your payee? Why pay $250 to park in a driveway? Lots of states have reduced campsite rates for elderly. A campsite with water and electricity would be better than a driveway. There are showers and bathrooms. You need to control your own money. Get yourself out of the mess you're in.
@@MelissaJohnson23408 If you're getting SSI weren't you supposed to get extra money recently? If your "payee" is siphoning your money go make a police report or report it to your district attorney. That's stealing. Also report it to social security.
@@Hatbox948 I've been reaching out to social security. That's a start. There's a representative there handling my case and that's who I report to. I just told him that she's a abusive and I have a physical and mentally challenged daughter to care for. My sister is being abusive to both of us. You asked about my daughter. She was born with epilepsy. I'm living in my nieces driveway. She's a drug addict. She's a very hard person to get along with. She's living here free because her landlord is letting her in exchange for repairing and fixing a dilapidated house. He gives her money and food. But I've been told to leave several times. Because they all say we stink and she's saying the real landlord doesn't want me here. But I'm paying her rent. Plus my sister is probably giving her money on the side.
Hi Lindy, I really appreciate your straight up honesty. I'm 61yrs . I bought a coaster bus as I was homeless in Western Australia. So many people have no home. I am very grateful for mine. Having somewhere to call home is so important for our well being.
I was captivated by your thoughts I'm not in a van I'm in the UK I have gone from a three bedroom house to a flat /apartment i lost a lot of the things i worked my life for they have now gone but I have adapted after a few months i have faced my issues I'm am now happy after this experience we must adapt at 67and retired limited income thanks Lindy
Hello Lindy and Marley, thank you so much for sharing ! I love your happy upbeat personality! Thanks for all your tips . I really appreciate all you do to help us learn about this life style. You are very inspiring! Much love to you and Marley ! Stay safe !🙏🏼
Let It Go!!!!! They're Just Things!!! I had a little forced practice. I'm glad I did. I no longer desire things, especially expensive things. "The more you own, the more it owns you!" Amie G. ~ Mary 🦋
Great video Lindy. Life is what you make it, you can see the glass as half full or half empty,we can choose to say we were forced into van live or choose to see it as one more chance at freedom & better health 🙌❌⭕❣️
You're so right I knew a lady who was living in a retirement place that cost her $3500 a month most people living on savings or social security can't afford that most of these companies and jobs didn't have 401K or 403B plans so people depend on ssi sadly vanlife looks hard to me I admire you guy's youre tough and people have tried to make vanlife look glamorous so many channels on UA-cam and I'm not sure I believe most are real enjoy turning 77 you are a tough cookie Lindy😊
Oh my gosh! I know how you feel about getting rid of your antiques. I have some antiques and collectibles that I'm having a hard time getting rid of. I'm downsizing to minimize my living space in a very tiny apartment since my grandson has moved in with me. They've always brought me joy looking at them. It's hard but necessary. Ugh!
Thankyou Lindy for all you share. I missed my window of opportunity to get into vanlife before having health issues pop up that I now must take care of . I too have learned along this journey in life !! My budget has made it necessary for me to rent a room & share living space. Definitely not ideal . Now living my 81st year after several injuries adversely affecting my physical strength & mobility is my biggest challenge along with $ money issues. I definitely encourage anyone to pay attention to your heart's desires & go for them as much as possible as early as possible❤ Blessings to you Dear Lindy on your continuing Journey thru Life🤗❣️
Hi Lindy I'm 80 and drove my suv packed with a lot of stuff from Washington to Michigan made stops along the way to visit friends and family was gone 7wks a year ago. This year I plan on driving to New Mexico and this time want to set up a bed for sleeping instead of a hotel. Shower in a truck stop. Buy food at deli counter. Wish me luck.
I appreciate the honesty. I have a hard time believing all these people think it's wonderful. There is a difference between making the best of it and it being preferred over a house or an apartment. I think a few people really enjoy it but to most it's an end to a means if for no other reason than the bathroom situation. God Bless you Lindy, please get to a cooler place😊💕🙏
I’ve been full time for a year now, and love it! I’m 70, disabled, below the poverty line, and couldn’t stay in my apt., but would far rather live mostly outside than in stix and brix. However, I stay out of cities except to see my kids and resupply, and travel with the weather. Can’t hike much, but it’s my best life. Gonna do van life till I’m too decrepit to drive.
You are such a wise, caring and practical lady who shares nuggets of raw truth! Such a rare, honest, tell-it- like it is person with a heart of gold, coupled with a "don't you dare mess with me" (when needed) attitude. What a delight! Hope to meet you one day at a convention or the like. Your no nonsense videos are so appreciated and enjoyed! Be good, be safe!
Living in a Stick and Bricks house has its challenges too #1 The Cost to get and maintain it is beginning to exceed its value. #2 You can’t take it with you if you find a better location . #3 You can’t choose your neighbors # 4 You can’t remove it from a natural disaster heading your way. #5 You may lose value if the market shifts. #5 More space more cost to manage temperature. #6 You can’t drive away from a stalker who finds where you live. #7 People judge you by where your house is and how it looks too. LOL😂😂😂The moral is “Choose what works best for you and Enjoy it . “
I enjoy hearing your thoughts and reflections on van life. I think it's good to realize that you care so much about your antiques. I bet they are so pretty. Have you taken photos of all of them? I read somewhere that if you take a photo of your treasures, that it is nice to look at them when you no longer have them. I had to sell some things at one point in my life, and I actually ended up buying some of them back later ( found them in a local antique store :) . But now I have downsized and don't have most of those things. It's all good though. You are always such a practical person Lindy. You are very refreshing and smart. 🥰
I think you are an amazing woman and very wise . I hope everybody is listening to experiences and learning from you. I wish you so much joy in your life and less hardship on all your journeys. Take care, and God bless you ❤
I just found out about you watching another lady who interviewed you a year or so ago. So I SUBSCRIBED because it helps you get MONITIZED. While I probably won't watch but so much, I pray that you'll be well as your close to my BEAUTIFUL LATE MOTHERS age who if she was still alive would be in her late 70's. My mom's been gone almost 5 years now. I wish you well!
All of what you mentioned is totally correct. Discovered the same things. Knowing what I personally am capable of doing now. Physical limitations and living within that. Not a limitation but self respect!!❤
Thanks for this video. I am still struggling to stay out of my car. I have a difficult time in a tiny apt. LOL. Life is not easy . I know I could do a mobile life if I had to but it would be really difficult for my temperament. I appreciate all of your perspectives on vanlife.
I remember watching my grandma after years of taking care of her 6 kids. Then being up some of the grandkids. Then not having enough for rent and food. We need to have some help for women who stay at home and get no retirement money.
You're a very wise woman, Lindy. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. I'm only a year younger than you and chomping at the bit to get on the road! ❤
Have things in storage too and will be on road soon. Can't get rid of some things just yet, sentimental. Would like to have a home base some day so can set up livingroom to grab blanket in winter, relax and watch tv. Temperature is one thing not looking forward to, but rest can be exciting.
I just found your channel I Am brand new at UA-cam I've been doing it for a little over a year now. I'm still working on it. I live in a garage at the moment.. I enjoy you! Sweet 23
I've been drawing closer to God it's the only constant I can count on . Not correcting things that are all wrong but it be his will it can't be argued. Roll with it find the good no matter what. I've seen the mighty change.
Very good video,, I just like to share some information for us seniors living in California, The DMV has decided that all seniors will be retested when renewing their Driving licenses,I am pissed they only doing it to us seniors,,,I guess they want to get us off the road,,,Yes some seniors have accident but not as much as drunk drivers , kids racing, they pay fine, but not retested, I wonder how they figured this data,,, most seniors have great driving records,they driver less on the roads,, .and drive carful....Dmv is not the best place to be standing in lines for hours,I'd rather go get a tooth pulled than to be there,,,,Can can look into it... Just Information take care
Hi Lindy you are so right I’m getting nothing but negative feedback from people I know saying I can’t live in my trailer trailer ❤❤❤when in fact I’ve been in for 2 months now.❤❤❤ I’m getting almost every day. Thanks for sharing this post ❤❤❤❤
Lindy thank you for sharing. I appreciate every reality video and info on van living. I have a bit of time to get ready. I'm literally "training" now to experience some discomforts at home (cold, hot, less showers, minimal needs). Trying (!) to sell my nicer furnishings and things as I emotionally prepare for a big downsize. Chose to get a used minivan with current expenses (fits in the garage), not going into debt to get a larger van before exploring the lifestyle first in a more affordable way. I have loads to learn from many like you.
I just love ya woman , u are an inspiration sharing ur journey and who u are 💗🙏🏾💫 I am so happy to hear u are not on any meds and embracing this life adventure 🙏🏽🤗
Hi Lindy, watching you from Australia. I have a van but do alot of housesitting. You are amazing lady. God bless you, may the Lord always protect you 🙏
Lord, Lindy. You are keeping it real. I'd rather be homeless in a vehicle than without one.
Thank you for being honest and down to earth.
You have the best of both worlds.
Letting us know you do have storage because you have a hard time giving up your antiques is an honest omission. I appreciate that.
You were also honest about the heat and your ac and you and little Marley were going through a hard time.
Also about parking in a parking lot and those two big semi trucks parking near by and keeping you up all night.
The good times and meeting up with other people who live the van life.
I think I remember you being in the Army. You definitely are a tough person and have lived through a lot!
Amazing you don’t take any medications!
Thank you for being honest. Life is not easy and to do what you do certainly takes a lot of work.
God bless you and thank
You for your videos. You reach a lot of different kinds of people.
❤️🕊️🙏🐶
I think the biggest thing is the acceptance. If a van is your only option you must leave the pain, sorriw, blame etc. behind and embrace the new. Not easy but the only way to thrive, like Lindy.
acceptance is key
Thanks! Your smile, that love of life, is utterly beautiful.
Thank you for your super thanks support LINDY
P.S. Lindy, "downsizing" is VERY difficult. I don't care WHAT the minimalists say! This was wonderful. Thank you! Rosemarie ❤️
It also applies to people, especially women, who sell all, buy an RV then find out it is not as glorious as they were led to believe. My late husband and I moved into our motorhome in 2004. The 13 years of his illness much maintenance was deferred. He has been gone almost 4 years now. It is overwhelming at time to try to catch up which I am failing at. But, the motorhome is all I have to live in.
I have been living in a 32 ft 5th wheel for 4 1/2 year. Not by choice, my long haul trucker husband decided after 17 years he wanted a divorce. I was blindsided. I am looking for a small manufactured home I can afford in northwest Arizona.
Always have an exit plan. Circumstances can change rapidly.
@@grannyprepper1181 I know there are still a few campgrounds in AZ that don't charge that much....if you refer to Bob Wells channel...he's good at finding them..
People need to know the truth about van life so they are prepared and enter the lifestyle with realistic expectations.
Your life is testament to your inner strength, Lindy. Keep these posts coming.
Detaching from "things," especially the "things" that have meaning to one's heart...once started I began feeling relief. The "things" are yesterday, and yesterday is gone.
The honest video about your life is golden.
Thank you Ms Lindy, your videos are very inspiring, not only for van living, but for life in general! Be safe
No pills. Awesome. You go girl…
Living in a vehicle big enough for a bed and your clothes is not homeless. That is your home and in many ways it is way better than renting an apartment. Being locked down to a lease and single location even if your neighbors are awful is worse than living in your vehicle in many cases and it’s cheaper living in your home on wheels as well.
A truthfully honest account of living #Vanlife on a daily basis.
Thanks for taking the time Lindy. 👍 Rock on 🙂.
Great one Lindy. It is very hard to get rid of and give away cherished items because they are a part of you and your past. The same goes for gifts received thru the decades and remembering those who game them. Keep up the good work.
So true!
Trying to let go myself, I find it useful to take a picture of the item and save it digitally. It takes less room and you can still enjoy that memory. If you are extra blessed to still have that person available, you can take a selfie of the item and both you and the person who gave it to you...
It's one thing to live this way because it is a choice, it is a different story if you have been forced to live in a vehicle. No senior in the U.S should be forced to live this way. Van life fantasy!! you said it. I would love to travel around and camp and when I get tired of it I could come home. That's called fun. Living in a van full time would be torture for me. I love small , but not that small full time . I agree that less is more. I've learned that material things never made me happy. we've learned much through the years.
I found that most people don't get the right stuff. They avoid learning things, don't really study or read what the library doesn't have. They are quick to judge that I personally, should have only the bible, notebook and pen. I do lego because it relaxes me. I used to do jigsaw puzzles, but found lego less stressful because missing pieces don't matter. I have textbooks because they amuse me. I have one offs china here and there, because I find joy in using a different dish, depending on what i feel that day. I don't need a 6 piece setting of everything I found cool looking. Thrift store finds are good enough for me. Do I own a lot of stuff? Yes, but I live in a sardine can. I got rid of around 75 percent of my non-fiction stuff because I decided I'd never make sense of it and moved on. You can't eat minamalism or air. This is why I make sure if have enough First In First Out foods, if I can afford to do this. I'm slowly working on this. I have 3 weeks of FIFO currently, but hope to get more. I believe we need LTS foods, but who can afford that?
Collectables - I only collected lego, chess sets (my bad - too much brain damage) and textbooks. Sure you can't take it with you, but I can't think of anything more boring then sitting on a couch watching Telly while people (not you, but other people) scream you must get rid of everything because you can't take it with you. Knick-nacks never amused me. Just something to break as i was always a klutz. I am going to sell most of my chest sets.
Lindy, you are such a gracious, caring ,loving lady. I am also finding it difficult to let go of my antiques, my books
(oh how I love my books), my art, things I have collected on trips. So true when you stated, " You can't take it with you." My children for the most part do not want these things. I am trying to find people that will love these "objects of a life well lived". Thank you for sharing your experiences and your life with all of us.
This was a great video for anyone, not just nomads. I've been studying this life style for 4 years so that I'm prepared if things change for me. I'm 65 and slightly handicapped and have a mini van that I could make do in if my lot rent goes up one more time. I'm already thinning things out just in case. I too would rent a small storage unit to keep just a few things that are precious to me but would mean nothing to anyone else. I'm so glad you were able to get your AC situation figured out. I'm in NW Montana and we are still dealing with the cold, but another 3 weeks and the heat will be full blast for the next three months. Thanks for sharing the realities of everything. If you're ever up my way, please reach out as it would be nice to meet you. But who knows, if I end up in my van I may meet you in the desert in winter😊. Take care, safe journeys!
I'm 77, and as it gets harder to shower, i use baby wipes more and more. I've been pouring a couple of tablespoons of white vinegar into a just opened pack of baby wipes. Then, I use them for pit baths between showers.
Thank you for your videos. God bless and keep you in the palm of Their hands.
Good evening from France lovely lady 👋 this was a lovely video and so true in everything you say. Sending you hugs and a pat for your fur baby. Stay safe 🙏😘💐🐾
I can sympathize with you about not wanting to get rid of your antiques and things you have collected. We do grow so attached to these things. I wish the younger generation would appreciate them.
Many you tubers living in vehicles make living in vehicles look glamerous n happy . So they get more subs n make more money
You are right Lindy. I am an RN. In doing home healthcare years ago, 1:3 vinegar/ water solution or 1:10 bleach/ water solution were used for cleaning and disinfecting medical equipment and supplies. Today, I think a 1:2 and 1:1 vinegar/ water solution are more common. For your own personal use, some people use straight vinegar.
Hi Lindy and Marley
Hope you are having a good day today. Thank you for your help and information
I love that you include God in your messages. May you be the one to plant the seed as God's vessel to save souls. You're beautiful and it's nice to see you have so many subscribers.
Thanks, Lindy. Wise words.
I lived on my boat for over 25 years ,Van life is similar to boat life but dirtier, all the things you are saying are so true now I have been forced into a Van ,it’s better than being stuck in a house or apartment. For those of us that are older on a fixed income it can be a challenge . As on a boat whatever comes in that is multipurpose puts a smile on my face . It’s the simple things that count Funny how people don’t realize how much water they waste and how much stuff they don’t really need.Happy Birthday Dear ,all the best to you .🎉🎂
Thank you for this video. I’ve met you once at Susan Hare’s camp who is also a great author and content creator. You were at Van Aid near Yuma Arizona in 2024. You have told the truth. People need to hear reality. Those content creators run off and make videos that look fun and exciting. One young man quit vanlife the first time he had diarrhea in the winter but no way to potty indoors. Several couples broke up. One couple built a tiny house in the woods ad had a baby. Other people built a tiny house in the woods contributing to the rising land prices. When times grew hard, that couple bought a house in the city. Every point you made was the exact target. I have not figured out my way to van life yet but videos like yours keep me grounded. People are not talking about seniors aging out of vanlife when they need to stay close to their medical providers. Being sick in a vehicle is awful. Your videos are both educational and inspirational. Hold firm.
@JacquelineTarleton did you come to the chili meet I did. I do remember a Jacqueline
I concur with much of what you are saying! I’m coming up on one year full time, and absolutely love living in my van. I think I travel more than you-I’ve been mostly in CA, but back in the East Bay every 2-4 weeks, and I mostly boondock. Because my chronic illness makes me very temperature sensitive, I travel with the weather-I’ve been avoiding the worst of the heatwave by staying on NFS land in the sierras. Sure, it’s uncomfortable and stressful at times, money and adequate water are chronic concerns, but I’ve no desire to return to stix and brix. I’ve already met and dealt with one of my greatest concerns-breaking in down in the middle of nowhere-but new friends and the kindness of others made the difference, and now I have a “new” (older!) van with more space. Be well!
Take a picture of All your antiques and make an album. Save maybe 50 items in case you move to a bigger place.
I think you have brought the Van life realities to the internet.
Lindy, I am so impressed by you. There are so many people who claim they cannot afford, or do not have the space to be a Prepper, you have proven, there are no excuses, yet many choose to remain delusional.
"Everybody's in your business," you made me laugh, I used to live in a small Victorian Town, in a Conservation Area in the UK. The gossiping that went on was unbelievable, so much so, my hairdresser said, "You can start at one end of town with just one feather, but by the time you've walked to the other end of town, you've got the whole bird! lol
I bought a truck last year and I've been living in it for 8 months in a driveway who's house is full of people. I couldn't afford the rent increases with the utilities and have insurance for my vehicle. I'm on SSI. I'm paying 250 rent plus utilities. I pay more than each one of them are. There's 4 people living there and only one has a job. I would rather be camping and doing my own thing. I think that 250$ a month is too much for a driveway. I'm stuck in a bind right now I had to get a payee and they just can't get along with me. So I told her just KEEP HER MONEY.
She's dreaming when she says get a real car and a house to live in.. she a veteran and she's not very educated. So until I obey her orders I'm not allowed to have anything I want or need for my truck. I've reported her to social security. She's making up lies now about being my payee. She's spent over 500$ of my back pay and bought me a 109$ junky battery .. I've never spent over my check. I'm hoping I can find a way to hold her liable for taking my money. I'm speaking directly to the person handling my case at social security. The thing is getting a hold of him.
But I have and I told him she's neglectful and abusive. And she's threatening me always about social security and handing everything I have over to them. So I've reached out to social security and asked for a change in payees. Now I need social security even more because they said I can and she lied and said I couldn't. She's telling me and my daughter we stink. 😅😢😅😅 I know I don't stink. It's just her new car and condo smell she's so used to. I should really notify the police if social security doesn't step in. I think she was putting my money directly into her bank account and lying to me. Social security said she just had direct deposit for June. She's been my payee since March.!! Did she use my back pay in her account also. ?? 😮 😢
She's really got me on the edge of my seat. And she's holding back from me until she gets the health department and police over here. She said she could do that. I was wanting to visit some campgrounds and explore some. Now I'm her prisoner with no friends here. Just a niece who's on her side .
Nobody likes me.
Why do you need a payee? Your situation sounds bad. Why can't your daughter be your payee? Why pay $250 to park in a driveway? Lots of states have reduced campsite rates for elderly. A campsite with water and electricity would be better than a driveway. There are showers and bathrooms. You need to control your own money. Get yourself out of the mess you're in.
My reply got lost. I sent a long reply explaining my life and it's gone. Sorry 😮
@@MelissaJohnson23408 If you're getting SSI weren't you supposed to get extra money recently? If your "payee" is siphoning your money go make a police report or report it to your district attorney. That's stealing. Also report it to social security.
@@Hatbox948 I've been reaching out to social security. That's a start. There's a representative there handling my case and that's who I report to. I just told him that she's a abusive and I have a physical and mentally challenged daughter to care for. My sister is being abusive to both of us. You asked about my daughter. She was born with epilepsy. I'm living in my nieces driveway. She's a drug addict. She's a very hard person to get along with. She's living here free because her landlord is letting her in exchange for repairing and fixing a dilapidated house. He gives her money and food. But I've been told to leave several times.
Because they all say we stink and she's saying the real landlord doesn't want me here. But I'm paying her rent. Plus my sister is probably giving her money on the side.
Also contact Aging and Adult services. That is elder financial abuse.
Hi Lindy, I really appreciate your straight up honesty. I'm 61yrs . I bought a coaster bus as I was homeless in Western Australia. So many people have no home. I am very grateful for mine. Having somewhere to call home is so important for our well being.
Yes it is.
I was captivated by your thoughts I'm not in a van I'm in the UK I have gone from a three bedroom house to a flat /apartment i lost a lot of the things i worked my life for they have now gone but I have adapted after a few months i have faced my issues I'm am now happy after this experience we must adapt at 67and retired limited income thanks Lindy
Lindy I love watching you more and more each time! Cynthia.
I live in a studio with my daughter, I am 64. 😊
That has got to be close quarters. All the best to you
Hello Lindy and Marley, thank you so much for sharing ! I love your happy upbeat personality! Thanks for all your tips . I really appreciate all you do to help us learn about this life style. You are very inspiring! Much love to you and Marley ! Stay safe !🙏🏼
Watching videos
Helps me feel less washed up
And more
A beautiful woman dealing with challenges
Keeping mental health and physical health good
Let It Go!!!!!
They're Just Things!!!
I had a little forced practice. I'm glad I did.
I no longer desire things, especially expensive things.
"The more you own, the more it owns you!" Amie G.
~ Mary 🦋
Great video Lindy. Life is what you make it, you can see the glass as half full or half empty,we can choose to say we were forced into van live or choose to see it as one more chance at freedom & better health 🙌❌⭕❣️
It's all about doing the best you can with what you got, Lindy.
That's a fact, BennyC💯
You're so right I knew a lady who was living in a retirement place that cost her $3500 a month most people living on savings or social security can't afford that most of these companies and jobs didn't have 401K or 403B plans so people depend on ssi sadly vanlife looks hard to me I admire you guy's youre tough and people have tried to make vanlife look glamorous so many channels on UA-cam and I'm not sure I believe most are real enjoy turning 77 you are a tough cookie Lindy😊
Oh my gosh! I know how you feel about getting rid of your antiques. I have some antiques and collectibles that I'm having a hard time getting rid of. I'm downsizing to minimize my living space in a very tiny apartment since my grandson has moved in with me. They've always brought me joy looking at them. It's hard but necessary. Ugh!
I'm glad to hear your health has improved since moving into the van. That's not surprising at all. 👍💯
Thanks for keeping it real. ❤
Thank you for your honesty. We do the best we can on this planet and you've done an amazing job and said a great example for us
Thank you for your insight. Go with God ✝️
💯 correct. You also have learned to adapt to technology. You are rocking UA-cam.
Thanks a ton
Thankyou Lindy for all you share. I missed my window of opportunity to get into vanlife before having health issues pop up that I now must take care of .
I too have learned along this journey in life !! My budget has made it necessary for me to rent a room & share living space. Definitely not ideal .
Now living my 81st year after several injuries adversely affecting my physical strength & mobility is my biggest challenge along with $ money issues. I definitely encourage anyone to pay attention to your heart's desires & go for them as much as possible as early as possible❤
Blessings to you Dear Lindy on your continuing Journey thru Life🤗❣️
You hit so many nails on the head. And i still have so much to learn. ❤
May God bless and keep you.
Hi Lindy I'm 80 and drove my suv packed with a lot of stuff from Washington to Michigan made stops along the way to visit friends and family was gone 7wks a year ago. This year I plan on driving to New Mexico and this time want to set up a bed for sleeping instead of a hotel. Shower in a truck stop. Buy food at deli counter. Wish me luck.
I do wish you luck. Great adventure
I appreciate the honesty. I have a hard time believing all these people think it's wonderful. There is a difference between making the best of it and it being preferred over a house or an apartment. I think a few people really enjoy it but to most it's an end to a means if for no other reason than the bathroom situation. God Bless you Lindy, please get to a cooler place😊💕🙏
I’ve been full time for a year now, and love it! I’m 70, disabled, below the poverty line, and couldn’t stay in my apt., but would far rather live mostly outside than in stix and brix. However, I stay out of cities except to see my kids and resupply, and travel with the weather. Can’t hike much, but it’s my best life. Gonna do van life till I’m too decrepit to drive.
@@libbygardner3021 Well good for you, I'm glad you truly enjoy it. I know some of you do really love it and that's all that matters. God Bless you 💕🙏
Lindy and Marley Love All Your Videos is Inspiring to All Be Safe 🙏♥️
Thanks!
Thank you for your super thanks support LINDY
How about a tiny house village, community and shared kitchen and showers, cute little homes
🎉❤yes, si right on definitivamente correct. 4 me 4yrs and it's my freedom... gracias 🥰
Wonderful!
Much to learn from we walking antiques ❤ thanks Lindy.
Iam very proud of you. You have made the best of your situation. I always look forward to your videos. You offer a lot of wisdom😊
I appreciate that
I always enjoy your videos Ms Lindy. I appreciate your frugal advice. Thanks for what you do. You inspire me. Camping Granny7
You are such a wise, caring and practical lady who shares nuggets of raw truth! Such a rare, honest, tell-it- like it is person with a heart of gold, coupled with a "don't you dare mess with me" (when needed) attitude. What a delight! Hope to meet you one day at a convention or the like. Your no nonsense videos are so appreciated and enjoyed! Be good, be safe!
Living in a Stick and Bricks house has its challenges too #1 The Cost to get and maintain it is beginning to exceed its value. #2 You can’t take it with you if you find a better location . #3 You can’t choose your neighbors # 4 You can’t remove it from a natural disaster heading your way. #5 You may lose value if the market shifts. #5 More space more cost to manage temperature. #6 You can’t drive away from a stalker who finds where you live. #7 People judge you by where your house is and how it looks too. LOL😂😂😂The moral is “Choose what works best for you and Enjoy it . “
I enjoy hearing your thoughts and reflections on van life. I think it's good to realize that you care so much about your antiques. I bet they are so pretty. Have you taken photos of all of them? I read somewhere that if you take a photo of your treasures, that it is nice to look at them when you no longer have them. I had to sell some things at one point in my life, and I actually ended up buying some of them back later ( found them in a local antique store :) . But now I have downsized and don't have most of those things. It's all good though. You are always such a practical person Lindy. You are very refreshing and smart. 🥰
Your so inspiring Lindy. Thanks for your videos. ❤😊
I think you are an amazing woman and very wise . I hope everybody is listening to experiences and learning from you. I wish you so much joy in your life and less hardship on all your journeys. Take care, and God bless you ❤
Thank you for sharing ✌🏽💖🤟🏽✨️🧚♂️
You motivate me,at 61 my friends are sitting at home watching TV,I can't,not yet. Safe Adventures girl❤
I just found out about you watching another lady who interviewed you a year or so ago.
So I SUBSCRIBED because it helps you get MONITIZED.
While I probably won't watch but so much, I pray that you'll be well as your close to my BEAUTIFUL LATE MOTHERS age who if she was still alive would be in her late 70's.
My mom's been gone almost 5 years now.
I wish you well!
All of what you mentioned is totally correct. Discovered the same things. Knowing what I personally am capable of doing now. Physical limitations and living within that. Not a limitation but self respect!!❤
Happy birthday to you sweet lady
Enjoy watching your videos👏👏👏
Wow Lindy, you are wise beyond your years. Thank you.
Thanks for this video. I am still struggling to stay out of my car. I have a difficult time in a tiny apt. LOL. Life is not easy . I know I could do a mobile life if I had to but it would be really difficult for my temperament. I appreciate all of your perspectives on vanlife.
Thank you for sharing 😊 ☺ ❤ 🙏 💕 ♥
Thank you for sharing! Have a wonderful Sunday Lindy! 🤗
Lindy. I hope your ok with me sharing your video. People need to hear this! Thank you for posting ❤
Please do!
I wish I live near you, when I cook I will share it with you. ❤take care and GBU.
I remember watching my grandma after years of taking care of her 6 kids. Then being up some of the grandkids. Then not having enough for rent and food. We need to have some help for women who stay at home and get no retirement money.
You're a very wise woman, Lindy. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. I'm only a year younger than you and chomping at the bit to get on the road! ❤
Have things in storage too and will be on road soon. Can't get rid of some things just yet, sentimental. Would like to have a home base some day so can set up livingroom to grab blanket in winter, relax and watch tv. Temperature is one thing not looking forward to, but rest can be exciting.
I admire your honesty and frankness. You are telling it like it is. Your wisdom is wonderful. You are an amazing woman.
Thank you so much!
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Love you Lindy 🍀🌻🌸
I enjoy your videos, because you show the realities of van life. ❤️
I just found your channel I Am brand new at UA-cam I've been doing it for a little over a year now. I'm still working on it. I live in a garage at the moment.. I enjoy you! Sweet 23
I'll check out your channel. I support small channels.
Thank you
Thank you
I think you could run for a council in government also because you are very smart and you know what needs to be done
Thank you Lindy for all the great advice ❤ wishing you much happiness 🌈🙏🧡
I love and appreciate your honesty and you also make me laugh, usually because of your honesty. 😆
I've been drawing closer to God it's the only constant I can count on . Not correcting things that are all wrong but it be his will it can't be argued. Roll with it find the good no matter what. I've seen the mighty change.
Very good video,, I just like to share some information for us seniors living in California, The DMV has decided that all seniors will be retested when renewing their Driving licenses,I am pissed they only doing it to us seniors,,,I guess they want to get us off the road,,,Yes some seniors have accident but not as much as drunk drivers , kids racing, they pay fine, but not retested, I wonder how they figured this data,,, most seniors have great driving records,they driver less on the roads,, .and drive carful....Dmv is not the best place to be standing in lines for hours,I'd rather go get a tooth pulled than to be there,,,,Can can look into it... Just Information take care
They have been doing it for years.
Lindy for President. 😊
Good job, Lindey. Love watching you.
Hi Lindy you are so right I’m getting nothing but negative feedback from people I know saying I can’t live in my trailer trailer ❤❤❤when in fact I’ve been in for 2 months now.❤❤❤ I’m getting almost every day. Thanks for sharing this post ❤❤❤❤
I love what you said, your final adventure! I’m so glad we met. I enjoy your videos.
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Lindy thank you for sharing. I appreciate every reality video and info on van living. I have a bit of time to get ready. I'm literally "training" now to experience some discomforts at home (cold, hot, less showers, minimal needs). Trying (!) to sell my nicer furnishings and things as I emotionally prepare for a big downsize. Chose to get a used minivan with current expenses (fits in the garage), not going into debt to get a larger van before exploring the lifestyle first in a more affordable way. I have loads to learn from many like you.
Smart move. Test the waters before you dive in.
Hi Lindy. Yes, downsizing and purging is difficult. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and lessons learned. ❤Lynda
You just popped up in my feed. Your words are so real and refreshing. Thank you
I just love ya woman , u are an inspiration sharing ur journey and who u are 💗🙏🏾💫
I am so happy to hear u are not on any meds and embracing this life adventure 🙏🏽🤗
You’re a smart cookie Lindy. ❤ Lord keep you safe
So wise. This is excellent.
Awwww God bless u. Do what makes u Happy Aunty vanlifer. May God Continue to bless u and your Safety. Big hugs Ms. Kim
I sold 1/2 my things when I downsized. Selling it was more fun than buying it. That part really surprised me. I sold on FB. Now I sell on eBay.
your a wise woman