She is an inspiration! She's learned a lot and is very self-aware. This kind of independent really hones some good skills as well as self-reliance. I love seeing all the young women who do this on their own. Her bus is really well set up! And I really get the toilet thing. I only have an outhouse, but it's mine and it's fine! So glad she was self-assured enough to share about it.

What a brilliant idea using an aluminum jon boat raise the roof. However you thought of that was absolutely brilliant

Such a cool conversion! John boat on top is such a great idea! Love the wood burning stove and low/no tech elements. Sending good vibes and safe travels!

This short bus is the best conversion ever! It looks so much bigger and is so beautiful!!

The shapes, textures and colors in this home on wheels are just beautiful!

WOW! What a beautiful, creative, and well designed bus interior! Love the Jon boat hightop too! But, I also like this young woman's attitude about her bus life, her resilience, and her choices. That is also beautiful to see (in any person, male or female, young or old). Brava!

@truckerwife1980

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

@elizabethrios7759

2 жыл бұрын

Notice how she has no idea how it was built or the construction process because that was all done for her because in real life she's rich and this is her vacation bus.

@elizabethrios7759

2 жыл бұрын

And she obviously didn't grow up in the south or she would have known Jean's up ur lady parts are not ok! Big lip on one side small on the other! 🐫 toe queen!!!!!!!!

@elizabethrios7759

2 жыл бұрын

How's that for all the $ spent on her education and is not intelligent enough to avoid camel toe!

@elizabethrios7759

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry dude ur wrong and hard of hearing if u think that. She won a lawsuit even though she comes from $ !!! And she's rich but still is cheating planet fitness out of there money. .. and she 💩 poops in a bucket because everywhere else is to dirty for her!!!!! She is the poster girl for an Eco fascist!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sarah your bus build is amazing and Beau is a beautiful dog. I like the fact that you have a record player on board as well and your collection of LPs the whole bus looks very cosy and sitting in bed reading your books must be like a form of relaxation as well more so when it is raining outside with the sound of the Rain.

Charming! Like when elements of the outside are part of the inside design -i.e. the mountain range heat shield. Love the axe., too. Appreciate the honesty about bus life. Bo looks to be a best bud. The best to both of you in your adventures.

@elizabethrios7759

2 жыл бұрын

Stop the lies dude's u just like her 🐫 toe and her 1970,s hair!!!!!!!!!

I traveled for 12 years after my wife passed away, just the thought of doing repairs was enough to quit, but with living in an apartment has added even more stress and yes, I do miss traveling but at 70 , I would need someone else to help out. So good luck with your travels, I do miss them.

@beanice1044

2 жыл бұрын

These types of videos are filled with people wanting to do the same thing. I'm sure you could find the right travel buddy.

@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823

2 жыл бұрын

Why not a younger guy that can help? At older ages, you normally have $$ but need help. Younger people have drive but 0 $$ Perfect match. Buy a turnkey one. I'm certainly not doing much work on mine if/when I buy unless I team up w a partner. You only have one back, right?

@rogerstroup7240

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the offer, but just remember, I live in a low-income apartment complex, not enough money to stay or move and the constant threat of being evicted because you complain about them violating your rights to privacy is very stressful . I've never ran into this type of trashy lifestyle over apartments, leaves a bad taste and feeling in your heart that people can act like this. I don't have a lot of money, but it could help out with house payments and it would add a newer car to the story and an old man with 2 ferrets ( not getting rid of them ). Hum, Looking for wife who needs someone to help with costs for her home/motor coach who needs newer car to go shopping in, OH, not wanting more kids either. Wife looking add here, lol.

@judil3294

2 жыл бұрын

@@rogerstroup7240 I really feel for anyone having to live in an apartment. We lived in one for a few months when first married 44 years ago, then a rental house while we built our first house. Then move to get away from being in a city, built two more houses, last move bought a foreclosure with good bones but cosmetic damage that my husband is working on.. We feel so absolutely blessed, no mortgage, just property taxes. We wish we'd done that right from the start. Now at 70 & 74, I'd love one of these vans just for some traveling but it's just a pipe dream. I imagine the suggestion of finding a travel companion truly compatible would not be easy. Hoping you find a way out of apartment living.

@z7z766

2 жыл бұрын

@@rogerstroup7240 looking for a wife with that age 😂😂 you mean a nurse??

What a lovely woman -and definitely an incredible build on her home!!

@rogertemple7193

2 жыл бұрын

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@kmack7333

2 жыл бұрын

@@rogertemple7193 You may have misinterpreted the comment above. It has now been edited.

@elizabethrios7759

2 жыл бұрын

Ur kidding right??? The only part of the build process she had was in the decorative design...!

@deidrebee1

2 жыл бұрын

@@elizabethrios7759 that's incorrect I think. She described doing the work.

BOTH- "Adorably-Creative" young woman & her Cozy Schoolie-Build. Rock-On Little Sister! You remind me of myself SOooo much when younger ( looks as well )..1970's-'80 as a tall skinny kid/teen on my School Bus imagined getting rid of all the seats (loud kids too Lol) & turning it into my private studio apt. (with pets) It's still going to happen by golly!!! 😂💕🤗 Hugs!

I am pleased to see such a downhome build. It's obvious it wasn't professionally built, and that is such an encouragement to other who want to create something they can live in too! I'm a retired Professional and am researching videoes for my Grand Daughter, to encourage her to step out and give it a go. The John Boat idea is a really good idea. Your Rig looks so much bigger than it is. You go girl! And next time you are passing through North Central Texas plan to drop by my shop and spend a few days.( North of Fort Worth in the Country) My wife and I would love to help you finesse a few things you don't have the tools to build. I've got a full shop and we are both retired, so I have the time to donate. Would be fun. And I have hook up and a dump station next to my shop, so you can still have your privacy. Seriously, if you're passing through and need a safe place to spend the night and take care of some issues, come drop in. Many of our Class A Coach Friends drop in and spend a few days making improvements and doing maintenance on theor Coaches and toweds. So you're more than welcome when you pass this way. All our kids are grown and gone, so we enjoy the company.

Adobe casita - by far the best source of inspiration! And so sensible to go for vinyl ‘tiling’ and making it work by a protective coating.

I love her honestly and forthrightness about the challenges she's faced with bus life ....go Sarah!

You've done a wonderful job of this skoolie build, Sarah! You are such a charming and wholesome person too, lovely to meet you and Bo. I can see your artistic side in the use of natural elements, little hobbit cabinet doors, beautiful wood ceilings, very lovely Talavera tiles, and all your hobbies. You are living the life I wish I had led as a young woman decades ago, but life was different then. So very glad to see women acquire and master DIY skills. They are not the sole domain of men yet most women are afraid to try. This shows a bold spirit, courage, and tenacity. Bravo! Bo is a sweet dog. He must love all the outdoor time. In AZ, check his paws for Cholla cactus fish hook spines, and when you are in CA, check for the dreaded foxtail seeds that are like barbs and dangerous. Remember that while dogs tolerate cold better than us, they heat up faster and cannot cool down as fast as humans, so Mesa, AZ temps are not for summer camping. Go Northwest in summer and your dog will love the cool redwood forests and streams. Your bus size is excellent. Large buses are hard to park and turn, The Jon boat idea is genius. I've never seen that before, very resourceful of you. Van life necessity is truly the mother of inventions. You are right. Van life teaches you a lot about yourself. It also develops skills you did not have before. You have to learn a lot of trade skills, use power tools, be inventive, and learn not to sweat the small stuff. Its a growth opportunity. There are a couple of things I would consider if I were you. 1. Fireplaces are prone to fires and carbon monoxide poisoning. You could die in your sleep if it malfunctions, flue is blocked. Please consider a diesel heater. Carbon emissions are lower too. Be sure your insurance covers fire damage from wood stove. 2. Get a Planet Fitness membership. It costs very little at $10 - $12 per month. It offers you a workout, showers, and the company of other people. Its good for mental health and prevents isolation. A hot shower works miracles. 3. If you want your dog to feel cooler and shed less in summer, get an A5 Andis AGC corded clipper or Wahl Bravura Cordless Clipper from petedge.com and a pack of Geib Buttercup blades (#5, 7, 10, 30). Don't buy cheaper blades or clipper - they don't work. Don't buy from stores, only online professional sites as you get high quality. A5 is the Pro Clipper standard type. Clip your dog's hair on belly using #10 for crew cut, or #30 for shave down. Clip his flanks shorter from inside - thin out, and also under the tail, genital area. #5 can be used on top for a rough cut. You can groom other dogs too, as a side income. KZread has videos on grooming all breeds. Bon Voyage, and thanks for sharing.

She is a beauty ! 😉😘👍

Record albums are a must. Great video. Thanks for sharing

What a cute little bus!.It's simple yet has all the comforts of home.I love the closet.

I moved into a camper from a huge house four years ago, One way I found to save space in the closet was to switch to those wire hangers with velvet on them. They reduced the size of my hanging clothes by about half.

@jenna-here8737

2 жыл бұрын

You can also ROLL CLOTHES into small logs store in totes or in hanging shoe holder.. ( which is great for lots of things actually!)

@jenna-here8737

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, bulk of the (hanger width itself) takes up more width than a blouse or regular shirt! Great idea with the thinner hangers!

@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823

2 жыл бұрын

True! And they look better being exactly the same.

@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823

2 жыл бұрын

@@jenna-here8737 I never roll anything. Unless I'm.looking for wrinkles.

I love the ingenuity in this build!!! The curves, the personal touches and the use of space are beautiful! Good job!!!

@elizabethrios7759

2 жыл бұрын

We're u actually listening when she was speaking?

@fasslergarden6961

2 жыл бұрын

@@elizabethrios7759 yes, why?

@wownewstome6123

2 жыл бұрын

@@elizabethrios7759 I'm curious. What's your point?

@sykwookiee

2 жыл бұрын

@@elizabethrios7759 ...do you always present a question that hints of negativity and bounce? What a chickenshit thing to do...class act 👏

Decorative king-sized pillow shams store extra blankets or puffy jackets out of the way, are pretty, and you can lean on them while reading.

@beanice1044

2 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh! I thought I was the only one that did that. I've found my family! Where have you been?

@baskervillebee6097

2 жыл бұрын

@@beanice1044 Stuffing things in pillow cases.

@beanice1044

2 жыл бұрын

@@baskervillebee6097 😁

What a wonderful idea of using the boat. Nicely done! Very impressed with the elegant simplicity of your build. You have done an amazing job! Your record player station is awesome! Great attention to detail. Self validation is an important life lesson. Thank you for talking about that. Your curved doors are nice! Also thank you for talking about your 'highest highs' and 'lowest lows'.

🔶️🔶️🔶️Oh, to be young in this day and age. I would have never had been as brave in my youth. Now, I've been looking for a midsized bus to convert so I can travel now that I'm retired. The Jon Boat idea is genius and has such character. The whole build looks cozy. 👌 Congratulations on your build. Good luck with your travels, and most of all, keep on inspiring. 🌝

@susanbox5469

2 жыл бұрын

Oh, to know what I know now, be as fearless as I am now and be young enough to do it!! I started tenting again in my 50s and for the last few years escape the city in my "vintage" 1984 tent trailer when I can take time off work. At 68 I feel like I have to hurry up and have fun while I can. I'll retire around 71...maybe then I'll hit the road!😃

I thought you had gorgeous fluffy cushions on your bed until they moved lol 😆

The brilliance of using a metal boat as a roof extension notwithstanding, it was your story and how you presented yourself that is the most impressive. I admire you for what you've accomplished. I wish I was your neighbor!

You have such a wonderful way of looking at things! Thank you for sharing your home with us ❤ 🐕

Hello. I think your bus build is awesome. Thank you so much for sharing with us. I wish you and Bo many many more happy years of traveling.👍🏿

Genius! I think this is the best build I have seen so far.

The jon boat is truly the most impressive idea I’ve seen in a while. Awesome bus build.

Beautiful build, and the fact she speaks the truth is awesome 👊👊❤️❤️

Wonderful creativity. Reaching your childhood goal is rare. Glad you found happiness. Living alone can be a challenge, but for me, and I'm sure you, the freedom is unbelievably wonderful.

What an amazing person. Love her home.

This is definitely the most unique schoolie I have seen so far. I love her since of design.

What a Beautiful story . This is the most natural tour ive seen. Definitely give her jewlery a peak. I bought a ring from her and i absolutely love it. 🤙

Really enjoyed the tour. It's awesome and love your buddy! Wish you nothing but safe travels and if you are ever in Kentucky stop on in and I will welcome you and bo.. Thank you for letting me into your beautiful home 🏡.

@beanice1044

2 жыл бұрын

Aw, that is really wonderful

Everything about this build is “comfy”..glad to have come across your page👍

WOW ! 😱THIS JON-BOAT THING MADE ME THINK MORE! 🤔 THANX !

@cecilbrownfield6081

2 жыл бұрын

Me too, she had a really good idea...!!!

@youtubehatestruthtellers8065

2 жыл бұрын

Completely unique. I've never seen it done before

@jamesskeen3392

2 жыл бұрын

@@youtubehatestruthtellers8065 ABSOLUTE GENIUS

Such a unique and cool build! I think you’re the only one that has used a boat to add height to your build. Chef’s kiss. Love it!

wow I have been trying to figure out how to do this... making the flange on the Jon boat is the trick I was missing!

Love her ambition and skills. She's created her vision and enjoyed all the seasons that have come along with it.

Sarah way yo go.. Love the ceiling it looks so Great your whole Bus is a Beautiful Comfy Home. You an Beau are the Best Team.. Enjoy Lifes Adventures Proud of you ❤

You are an inspiration to a senior citizen who wants to create her own nomad life. Your creativity and know-how are impressive. Thank you!

@lisaarmocida2690

2 жыл бұрын

I am also a senior wanting to create a nomad life.

I don’t know this girl but I love her build! Also her voice is beautiful

Love your bus, and your jon Boat Roof ..cool Idea. We totaly agree for the fireplace...its a spécial feeling can't describe. Beautiful dog. Happy trails and stay safe.🌞

Hi, I never thought of a boat top. What a great idea. Be safe out there. I’ve been VanLifing for over 2 years

Super cozy build, I like your taste in decor and outlook on life. Everytime you think you’ve seen it all in builds you catch something else that inspires you. Cheers👍

So clever, using the boat on the roof. Very cozy and a great build, well done. It's also a good idea to have a walk through to your drivers cabin, for safety reasons.

Love your home on wheels it’s so beautiful inside and cozy. You did a great job with your lil home on wheels it’s really all one needs. You are an inspiration to all of us solo females that want to live off grid ty for sharing your story ✌️🌼🕉

Awesome Sarah! Love all the changes you've made. One of the warmest builds I've seen. PS 5:57 Look there's Sky!

Cool bus build! Especially fond of the axe next to the wood stove.

This is one of my favorite tours on this channel. Sarah's home is so cool and she is an inspiring human.

Sis your never alone hope to see you on the road I love it

I love this, especially your can-do and just--do-it attitude! Beautiful, practical, delightful. Thanks for posting.

You did a really awesome job on everything and very good idea w the boat.

Awesome build! Boat on the roof...pure genius. Wish I would have thought of that when I had my Ford Transit Connect. I hated getting dressed on my knees so I stripped it and sold it to get the ram promaster I have now. The boat would have been a much easier solution. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home.

@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823

2 жыл бұрын

But it's going to mess w structural integrity, is it not?

Love the way you have set the home up to suit you. Especially love your wood heater. You could cook on that too, well done. Enjoy your life.

That is so awesome. I'm in the process of finding either a bus or camper van. I'm retired. I want to follow the sun. I have heart disease, so I'm concerned about building a bus out, so camper van might be my best option. I'm an artist & I went to art school & took a metal smithing class & LOVED IT. I want to travel & paint landscapes. I have a small emotional support dog that goes EVERYWHERE with me. You go girl! Your living the dream.

Pretty genius idea with the jon boat. Nice build.

Congrats. You've done a wonderful job. Your home looks so cozy. I love it. I hear you when you talk about loneliness, but believe me even if you're not living in a bus you can feel that way. I have been living alone for a while and sometimes it is not easy. But fortunately you were able to find great friends on the road. So enjoy! Thanks for showing your lovely home.

I appreciate your story ! You are Real , ! Your ideas , the boat is awesome idea , your simple , wonderful, imagination, chopping wood is fun ! I agree to share is wonderful , I have enjoyed You Sharing with me the life you have , giving me more push to shove to get my schoolie done .! Oh’ Your- AWESOME!!!

I didnt even know her doggy was on the bed until she pointed him out lol he so cute and comfty just sleeping away

I am amazed at the creativity of the people you highlight in your videos.

Your schoolie is really cool, Sarah, as is your dog Beau. Can really appreciate your record collection, wood stove, inverted boat roof, and "casita" decor. You are such a pleasant and honest person. It is impressive how your struggles have forged your amazing outlook on life. I am older, and have lived through some crazy stuff too. Keep following your dreams, Sarah. You won't regret it.

Really inspiring and I appreciate you being so real with what van life /Skoolie life is like - challenging but very enriching. I wish you happy travels.

This was a pleasure to watch. I really like to see the videos where an artist has been involved in the design. I am an artist as well and can appreciate the little things that don’t always jump out. Sarah put so much thought into her build and it really showed. Some of my fave things were the rounded corners on the closet door (as well as the mirror on the inside) and how huge the interior seemed! She was sitting near the wood stove, while Beau was on the bed. Honestly, it looked larger than some of the apartments I have had (with three kids and me!!) I wish I was brave enough, and had the carpentry know-how to do this. I just retired and would love to take off with just me and the dog.

Very nice! I love the wood on the interior. The convenience of an RV with the ambiance of a log cabin!

Totally LOVIN this bus! Beautiful!!

Sweet setup. A lot of creative ideas and love the wood stove.

Hi! Love that u have a pet as a companion. Sometimes ubetter off. Loyalty is important and being a pet owner is wonderful. U did a great job on your bus. Safe travels.

The Jon boat innovation was a stroke of genius!

A cute bus for a cute girl. Love the wood stove. Keeps it nice and warm in cold weather. Thanks for sharing.

Best build and narrative I have ever experienced.

Love your build ,getting ideas for a ex uhaul conversion!

Love that she kept her records!❤

I love this and the wood stove over a diesel heater is great! I ask my dog's how I did, I get alone and not able to share ❤

@beanice1044

2 жыл бұрын

You can always share with me. Whatever it is. There are tons of us being "alone" together. Welcome!

WHAT!!!!! Brilliant idea using a boat! What a beautiful van I'm impressed with your creativity 😊👍

WoW girl! This is awesome! You are awesome!! Love love your schoolie! Love the rustic feel. What I love the most tho......... You make me feel like it's do-able! First step is just going to be getting my van! Then the rest will follow!! Love how you said you didn't have a lot of money even sometimes after payday only 50-60 went to van! And how you need a new tire don't know how... But you are out there doing it living it!! Kudos to you! Wishing you Many happy and safe travels...... Cheers!

🍂🍀🌞 G’day Sarah and a Bow Wow to your best mate bou. A Great presentation of your way of life and an inspiration to many others. You might consider that in the future when some humans will travel in space vessels between planets and star systems and they will look at your film and envy your way of life seeking deserts , rivers , rainforests and beaches. At 12:20 seconds you mention and show the location of your fire extinguisher and I would just like to mention that speaking from experience ,it is always good to have the fire extinguisher away from where the fire might start. Think of where it is most accessible and can be directed to the fire from the safety of being up wind and away from the fire 🔥 .

@beanice1044

2 жыл бұрын

Excellent advice

Generations separate us two ladies, but you have given me inspiration to go on, not in a bus or van, but just with my everyday life. Please be very careful while you live and enjoy. God bless you and keep you. Patricia

Awesome bus build. I suppose the schoolie community is similar to the gypsy community from days gone by, a lot of beautiful, creative souls unwilling to conform to the boxes the rest of us choose to live in. God bless you on your journey through life.

Enjoyed every word this young wise woman spoke. May you be blessed with a very happy life and may you be blessed with earthy life mate that cherishes you. The school bus the way you have it would be enough for me as well. Very nice work! Go to the gelding sales. There was a time I met many of working ranch cowboy silversmiths. Jordan Valley area. The Grest Basin cowboys love the flash of silver and color. Good Luck!

Remarkable young lady. You are living the free life I would like to have.enjoy life is short. God Bless.

Really rad and homey build. As a note, she should consider adding a metal strap between/under the holes for the front bench. It will stop the bench from tearing out of the holes in a collision.

Favorite tiny home I’ve seen! Love everything about it!

You have done such an awesome job and are so self sufficient. I know your parents are proud and know you can handle whatever comes your way! Good luck on your adventures!

Just a note for those building a bus, showing their build, and renovating an RV... Insurance companies are watching these videos and are canceling the insurance on people who have a wood stove in their build.

@beanice1044

2 жыл бұрын

Really? Wow. Thanks for the information!

You are a remarkable person. I'm impressed with your creativity and conversion. Our place isn't totally scenic but your welcome to visit and dock.

What a neat skoolie

Right on! You are an inspiration and talented with curved wood doors and Beautiful jewelry! Thank you for your honesty and courage as an independent strong female!

I love your esthetic! You are so brilliant in everything you have done! Really fantastic bus! 😎💪

Love your bus. Thank you for sharing your experience and for being truthful about your life.

Watching from Benson Az

I love what you did to your home. Absolutely amazing!!!

Yours is the most rustic living off the land I've seen in vanlife so far. Nice

brilliant! this 51 y/o feels so inspired! thank you thank you thank you

Have to admire the lifestyle. Hope it continues to fulfil.

Very Cute! Thanks

Your ABSOLUTELY amazing.being young and having the nerve to do this on your own I really admire.

Great bus great story. Good luck with your jewelry making. But think of other things you could do for side hustles. Maybe think about an herb business or making sauces from herbs I think as people living the single nomads life we have to dig within and find our talents good luck God bless

@lisalove3917

2 жыл бұрын

Great ideas! You also mentioned that you forage for your own herbs to use. I know that a lot of people would probably pay for coaching to help them do exactly that. They would want to be taught what herbs to use, where to find them or what to grow. Might end up being a very lucrative (and easy) income.

Very nicely built. Thanks for posting...