I was a nurse in a burn unit for many years. I have to caution you about having an open flame in a vehicle. I understand you're in a challenging situation. Please just take extra extra extra precaution to keep flammables away from the flames.... your hair, your puffer jacket, your bedding are all flammable, and could ignite your car quickly. We'd get a LOT of patients living in tents and vehicles that were badly burned from fires relating to cooking and heating, or using candles for decor.

@ElectricAngel181

3 ай бұрын

Wow 😢Good to know Ty

@privateprivate5302

3 ай бұрын

Ventilation as well. Accidentally passing away from carbon monoxide poisoning is not uncommon in these situations

@SueP-jg9vx

2 ай бұрын

lol i cant believe how gullible people are. You actually believe these people live in their cars? LMAOOO they go home after the video! there are tons of these videos with instagram models living in their perfectly decorated little cars. For Petes sake. THINK people

@hopebreannan1987

2 ай бұрын

@@SueP-jg9vxare you kidding me. That’s a small percent of people, A LOT of people are homeless so it’s good advice to hear.

@SueP-jg9vx

2 ай бұрын

@@hopebreannan1987 so you think these girls living in their cars, endangering their lives walking around half naked by themselves, with tons of views, sleep in their cars? really? i didnt say tons of people arent homeless

I lived in my car for 4 months back in 2018. It was absolutely exhausting. I slept in the front with the seat down. I would wash my face and fix my hair in McDonald’s washrooms and leave for work in the morning. Couple times a week I would shower at truck stops. After those 4 months I saved enough to secure a place to live. All of us have our reasons for having to resort to living in cars. To anyone reading this.. hang in there. Don’t give up. Do what you need to do to survive.

@magrittemagritte9523

3 ай бұрын

You guys are warriors. Truly.

@noumenanoesis2

2 ай бұрын

I have been there too. With and without a car. I lived in an abandoned house in Detroit that only had a roof over the last bedroom upstairs. I made the best of it once you were in you couldn't tell that's where you were. We're survivors. My experiences living in a car were done traveling. I found ways to make enough to get by everyday. Swam in rivers for baths used a spray bottle water and bronners 10/90 to wash. Many blessings to you. I hope you own your own home and if you don't I hope you will soon. Check your state for programs there's down payment assistance and tons of inventory.

@hotandsoursoup2664

2 ай бұрын

@@noumenanoesis2most cities have a community development dept. and they may have a program (mine does) that helps with deposits and can direct you to other community services

@randymillhouse791

2 ай бұрын

The USA is OVER! If Americans citizens are ANTI-NORMAN ROCKWELL meaning "Freedom From Want", then maybe staying in the USA is no longer an option.

@garyteague9555

2 ай бұрын

You worked your way out of a bad situation, I’m glad for you and sorry I had too

I’m homeless currently staying in my car. I needed to find this video ❤️. God bless you all

@Pinklightbulbb

3 ай бұрын

❤ you'll be fine.

@jamiedominy4552

3 ай бұрын

Bless you, sweetheart. I hope things turn around for you soon. Stay safe.

@carltonthepug

3 ай бұрын

If you’re living in your car you’re not homeless

@Trish0305

3 ай бұрын

​@@jamiedominy4552I agree with you hope things turn around for the better soon 🙏✌️

@nursehoney24

3 ай бұрын

If you have a phone you can record with, do what half of KZread is doing so you can better your situation. Seems lots of them, including this girl, is making a lot of money living in a car or a van, look at her views in just one video, she’s made thousands off one video

Im a really old grandma and grew up not evening knowing such adventures were out their waiting for me. Best advice for young adults today would be to get out there, try everything once and you’ll know if you had a great time or if you’ll never do it again .. but at least you can say “I did that” I went there” “i sat in a hot spring in the middle of winter”. This girl has guts and I love her sense of adventure, and she will succeed in every way because she’s not scared of trying and stepping out of her comfort zone .

@7esseanime

3 ай бұрын

Awww this is cute, I hope you also find adventures, in your own way too.

@mehere8299

3 ай бұрын

They weren't out there for us when we were young. Other people were very careful to gatekeep us so we'd be forced to settle down and have babies instead.

@noelle3551

3 ай бұрын

My father 35 years ago on the subject of settling down said this " Son, if I were you, take a long forenoon before settling down". I took his advice and spent the last 35 years travelling the world. No regrets! Best decision ever and still going through my list 😎

@AG-re5vw

3 ай бұрын

One dead cell phone, one dead car battery, and one strange man away from disaster. I think she needs to go with a friend for safety.

@floridaman5125

3 ай бұрын

@@mehere8299if this girl waits till 30 she’ll never get to experience that. Don’t be jealous of her, every life is different,

@Rosa a cheap way to keep your car warm is to get an auto start system. Most stereo installation shops carry them. It comes with a key fob that'll work just like your current fob, except you can start the engine from up to 300 yards away. You wouldn't need to get out of your sleeping bags. CHEERS from Colorado

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

I've definitely thought about it but I don't think I need it 😊

@COPKILLA357

3 ай бұрын

How does a auto start system make ur car any cheaper to warm ur car up? U lost me...... I get the point of not getting out her sleeping bag but thats all

@EdsterIII

3 ай бұрын

​@@COPKILLA357Yeah if your already IN your car just turn the key. Unless I'm missing something.

@COPKILLA357

3 ай бұрын

@@EdsterIII ok so maybe it wasn't just me who thought that 🤣💯

@arenuzzle6282

3 ай бұрын

Just sleep with the engine running

Hi Rosa, to keep warm when it’s that cold. Get a large water bottle (Not the insulated ones) filled it up with hot water , put it in a sock 🧦 then wrapped it in an extra warm jacket if you have one. Put it between your thighs when you are laying in your sleeping bag. Make sure you put it in a sock and then wrap it in a jacket so you don’t burn yourself. It will keep you warm for the entire night, with your body heat and the bottle of hot water between your thighs. You’d be warm, and comfortable throughout the night. I hike a lot in cold weather, so I know that works.

I’m literally in tears watching this, this is so beautiful and looks so peaceful. I wish I was this adventurous and wasn’t so scared to get out there and try new things. My life is passing me by and I have yet to do anything exciting due to me living in fear.

@AmericanMadeUSA

3 ай бұрын

Obtain your CDL, you’ll be glad you did.

@lbar9720

3 ай бұрын

Maybe you're just a safe person; maybe you are exactly where you are supposed to be. Just embrace your life as you need to live it, and not wish for a life that isn't intended for you. All the best.

@cearamonique3330

3 ай бұрын

@@lbar9720 thank u for your kind words ❤️

@ElizaEliza-bs3ws

3 ай бұрын

I completely agree 😢

@1love847

3 ай бұрын

Trust me. It feels better on video with this melenated skin of ours. 😂

You need one of those heated jackets that are battery operated . My husband has one , he absolutely loves it! He stays nice and toasty warm ❤

@yellowbird5411

3 ай бұрын

There are also battery operated throws and different clothing - socks, gloves, etc.

@danamichelle1290

3 ай бұрын

Those look so cozy. I just discovered them and got one for my mom recently.

@ydoicare2000

3 ай бұрын

I was thinking a space blanket

@shizukagozen777

2 ай бұрын

As a a non native English speaker... "Toasty warm", hehe. 😆

@noexcuses5524

2 ай бұрын

Is fake. U believe she living in a car in -33 deg and next go deep in cold watwr? This lady is fucking behind the screen.. yelling idiots to all of u . Be careful putting a fake video like this to fake ur views because u might get wat u ask for.

You are stronger than I am! I have a fully insulated van with a propane heater and I struggle sometimes at 0 degrees, you've got some grit. I've never been to a hot spring before, but after seeing your videos it's definitely a goal of mine now.

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

It's all about having a good sleeping bag, literal life saver ❤️ and definitely check them out! Hot springs are my favorite winter activity

@patriciadouglas8424

4 ай бұрын

I would be driving to warmer weather

@chippym1070

4 ай бұрын

@@bossjohn5942leaving car on overnight is expensive and not good for engine

@guysumpthin2974

4 ай бұрын

@@lifeinmyelement when snow “squeaks” at that temp , i love that , under the tires or under the feet

@willow3306

4 ай бұрын

​​@@aaronweiser5421you didn't properly understand what was said.

"De-frost my contacts." Yea, I'll be dead.

I could never do that, but it's absolutely beautiful and you're making memories. Stay safe and warm

That looked so awesome, relaxing in hot springs amongst all the snow, trees and river. Just amazing!

@marysaade4343

3 ай бұрын

And the sound of the water❤

I love the fact that some people are heading to warmer weather and you are still hanging out in the mountains. You’re a beast and I LOVE you and crunchy snow. ❤

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

I also love the desert! But winter is for hot springs in the snow ❤️

@joshualavender

4 ай бұрын

@@lifeinmyelement What a trooper you are! Be safe!

@MilkandMushies

4 ай бұрын

@lifeinmyelement mmmm. I love the heat. Like a damn reptile over here. You do make me wanna buy better gear and hit the snow tho. Stay safe and keep being a Rockstar. 🥰

@Dv8-108

3 ай бұрын

@@MilkandMushies I love the heat as well. Moved to FL for that reason. Flip flops and shorts for life

You are nuts girl...lol, I am such a whimp when it comes to cold weather. My philosophy is snow is great to look at, but not so much to live in. Awesome video Rosa.👍

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

I get it! Honestly, if I didn't love hot springs so much, I also would avoid the cold lol

@noumenanoesis2

2 ай бұрын

Snow is great! So pretty and so refreshing. If it's going to be cold it mightaswell snow. It's the below 30° temperatures that got to me. Sept to May cold.... No thanks. Blizzards are fun! The energy, excitement and electricity in the air! As long as everyone is safe and warm of course. Peace and blessings

@johnnysins4158

2 ай бұрын

@@lifeinmyelement You could’ve stayed with me for the price of 2 out of the 3 of your holes.

@KingMidgardsormr

2 ай бұрын

Im the opposite. You can always put on more layers. But anything over 80 degrees is heinous and I hate it.

Hey! From north Idaho over here!! Omg- everyones furnaces we're breaking and pipes were bursting - one of the grocery store's SuperOne (Rathdrum) had the ceiling nearly collapse after the pipes exploded. That wind chill was brutal!!! You're a tough woman ❤

I admire you for so many reasons. You are doing things I could have never done. If you were my daughter I’d be so worried about you though. Have fun on your adventures!

So glad I found your channel. I’m in my 30s, so bored with my current life, craving adventure, and regretting not taking more chances in my younger years. Your videos inspire me to start adventuring more before it’s too late. Can’t wait to see more!!! ☺️

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Oh absolutely you should get out there and do it!! Go have all the adventures ❤️

@lisagarrett6846

4 ай бұрын

Your still young, you have plenty of years for adventures! Just go for it🥰

@cyn2480

4 ай бұрын

Ms. Lady, believe me, your 30's are still young!! So go on your adventure! God bless.

@umadosedetoddynho

4 ай бұрын

You are still very young

@KathyM1611

4 ай бұрын

“Younger years” 😂😂😂 in your thirties.

😂 I used to tell my mother I love the new snow like that because it sounds like you’re walking on corn starch! If you ever packed down with a spoon, it makes the same exact noise😂😂❤❤❤

@melencolley

4 ай бұрын

I know just the sound you’re talking about

@pamelamorrisonn

3 ай бұрын

Love that sound and leaves crunching

From my personal experience, being homeless and living out of your car is so much better than resorting to living with someone or a place that will suck the living soul and finances out of you. I’m so proud of you, girl. You got this, I know you’ll make it, wherever you’re headed.

Good girl, I admire your spirit. We've loved on the road, sometimes with five children, and we've been kicked out of usa, canada, and the eu. But we found a small croft house with only three walls that we called our cave. Now it has four walls, a wood stove, a glass extension, sheep, chicken, a highland cow, two dogs, cats, and solar panels with a wind mill. We live of very little, PUT! It worked out fine. So never give up, ever.

Fellow van lifer here... When I get super cold, I put s blanket over my head...prop up my back scratcher near to my head and make a small tent over my head. It keeps the air warm yet lets in enough oxygen to breathe comfortably. It's just a tip, hopefully it'll come in handy. Happy travels wahine 😁🌺

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

I do not own a back scratcher lol so that would be step one!

@keonikainoa3643

4 ай бұрын

@@lifeinmyelement 😁 it doesn't necessarily have to be a back scratcher. It can just be a stick that's 1 or 2ft long. I figured out this trick by accident and wished I found out earlier. Stay warm my fellow traveler 🌺

Rosa just be out here living life…. I’m truly impressed… may God continue to bless & protect you

🤔 What about needing the bathroom in the middle of the night?

"defrost my contacts". that's a new one. 68 yrs young here and I thought I have heard everything.

I don't know that I can live the van life but your introduced me to the Element and how you have a minimal, non-permanent buildout in yours. I've always wanted to get back out camping, if only for the weekends, and used Elements are fairly affordable, so thank you for the inspiration!

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

I hope you do it! The Element is an amazing car and truly the perfect weekend getaway vehicle! ❤️

@theharshtruthoutthere

3 ай бұрын

@@lifeinmyelement Ways to interpret the BIBLE: 5 points of GOSPEL: - Figurative 1.) Christ died - Symbolical 2.) for our sins - Literal 3.) was buried - Devotional 4.) rose again - Historical 5.) According to the script. - Dispensational GOD`s expectations to us; - REPENT! - BORN AGAIN! - BE HOLY! - EXPOSE EVIL! - DO THE WILL OF YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER!

Rosa and Elrond, taking us on yet another winter hot springs adventure. I like walking on crunchy snow too, but -33 degrees hurts when you breathe it in. I hope you are feeling better. Elrond is such a cold winter beast starting right up in those below zero temps. He's saying 'Is that the best you got?" So good seeing you in your winter adventures and how you like to find peace and solitude in the snow and hot springs. The Polar Bear must be your spirit animal because I can't help but think you were a 🐻‍❄ Polar Bear in a previous life. 😊 🤍

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Hi Fredric ❤️ elrond is always the best! He keeps me safe and warm! I do love hot springs in the cold weather, they are just extra special

@rvingkeepitrolling8797

3 ай бұрын

I agree with you there's no way not even when I was younger.

I’m from California desert. I can’t imagine sleeping in my car at that temp when I bundle up 3x with a hoodie to sleep in a well insulated house (heat is off). I have rice mitts that I heat up in the microwave. I sleep with my uggs only designated for my bed. But I do love snow country. I once skied in a light blizzard and I thoroughly enjoyed it. You are a tough cookie. Take care and be safe!!!!

Little tip that may help in cold areas. Get yourself a couple melon sized rocks that you can heat by a fire. Pull them away from the fire for about 30 minutes. Wrap them in a towel and place it at the foot of your blanket and you'll stay warm/hot all night. Just make sure they're not rocks that are from a river. Over exposure to moisture can cause the rocks to explode when heated due to steam.

👍I'm surprised that you didn't mention, frost bite, for those that only see the beauty in the video. I lived in the mtns of Montana for over 30 years so seen a lot of that cold, tho the woodstove helped 😂 The cold snap is hitting a great area and those nasty wind chills. Still minus 8 in the sandhills of Nebraska this morning, hopefully not the 20 belows again, anytime soon . The snow has stopped and I need to shovel, before the drifts get hard. Stay safe😢and warm ❤ not all vehicles start in the cold.

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

I have no experience with frostbite so I wouldn't know where to start! I think as long as you have the proper supplies, you will be okay!

What a beautiful human being you are. Happy weekend Rosa! 🙏

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Aww thank you! ❤️

This showed up in my suggested videos and I'm so glad I clicked on it! I live in Stanley, so glad you got to see the mountains and enjoy the hot spring during that extremely cold week we had. Glad you found the tubs at sunbeam--they're way nicer than the pools in winter! Really enjoy your videos--thanks for sharing it all.

I respect you cold weather, snow people... My first drive would be away from a cold state..

You are such a badass Rosa! I feel like I'm about to die when it's 20 degrees when I go to start my car for work in the morning. 😂 Safe travels and camping!

@LindseySargent-li9eo

2 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same. I live in Southeast Georgia and when it’s 25-30 here we’re all freaking out. 😅

Wow - those hot springs! The river is beautiful running through the cold snow. My laptop is slowly closing… gorgeous

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

I love hot springs in the winter ❤️

You could heat up water and fill bottles with hot water and put inside your sleeping bag as a sorta heating source!

That's really considerate of you to think about the plow drivers! If only everyone thought about how their simple decisions affect others like that, the world would be a much better place for everyone. Thanks for showing us what's possible/ necessary as far as living a simple fulfilled life!

Great video. I got cold just watching you stand on the snow/ice. You go girl.

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

I like the extremes of cold weather with hot springs 😊

@tikoy1955

4 ай бұрын

The extreme cold and hot is actually good for your body. I take cold showers until December where I take a hot shower followed by 30 seconds of cold water.

I appreciate you Rosa, thank you for being on Earth with me. You are the reason I cook now and it's made a big impact on my health and wellness. Keep safe and we all love you ❤

@Pinklightbulbb

3 ай бұрын

Very sweet comment

And she never thought of a hot water bottle.

My cousin had a Joni handwarmer that was as big as a breadbox for deer hunting. We always laughed about that but he was the only one that was ever warm. He would shoot a buck, field dress it, then put the handwarmer inside the body cavity. Buy the time he dragged it back to camp the steaks were cooked for dinner. Seagrams and a deer steak for everybody.

the “what the fuck” when you saw -33 degrees 😂 my exact reaction

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

😂😂 I was shocked it got that cold lol

Excellent video Rose, thank you.😊

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!! 😊

Really thoughtful of you, most people do not think this way. Keep on keeping on girlie!💙

This seems like it could be such a dangerous lifestyle for anyone especially young women your age. I am praying for you hun. Be safe out there and thank you for sharing your life with us ❤

You are a total beast for getting out there in their temps! Can't even imagine ever being that cold. But watching and listening to that river must've been so peaceful

Welcome to Idaho. You are a strong young lady! I can't wait to hit up the hot springs as well! Keep up the good work!

Sure miss those hot springs.. your smiles are so nice with this peaceful settings ❤

My kind of hot springs! What a beautiful place to hang out. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you for taking us along on this journey, and greetings from Idaho!

just finished last night viewing ALL of your videos...and this morning a new one...Thank You!...was missing your positive attitude/smile/good mornings and such. Hoping your able to post more and more often this year.....all the best from Washington Stay safe with Elrond Rosa......let the adventures continue

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Wow! Thank you for watching and supporting me ❤️ I'll do my best to get more regular with my posting!

When I car camped in Vermont I used a heated blanket with a car jack. I let it heat up to the hottest level and layered it between my sleeping bag and big blanket before unplugging and shutting off my car. It stayed warm for a really long time!

Wow! Brings back memories and very inspiring! Love it 🥰

My next trip back to the USA I am going to investigate west Texas. Some cool little towns out there. Take care Rosa, stay warm!

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

West Texas is a fun area! Great food ❤️

The snowy mountain and river scenery was amazing and I loved hearing the snow crunching and squeaking under foot. Thanks for sharing.

Looks like you get warnings from people. That’s because they/we care. ❤ 😊

I’m a married mother with 2 grown kids I work full time. I just discovered your videos. They are awesome I can live vicariously through you ❤️❤️❤️❤️stay safe

Ur a brave soul I love it. I do live in a vehicle, but it’s a truck camper so it’s quite easy. I used to chase the snow for snowboarding around the country in winter. I learned all kinds of tricks to stay warm. I’m glad you’re warming your car up in the middle of the night that makes sense. I’ve got a diesel truck so I’ve got a remote start and I was able to warm it up once in a while when it got that cold. At least you’re not dealing with diesel. Anyways, love the adventure take care.

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Truck campers are pretty cool! But I am definitely happy to not deal with diesel lol good for you!

She's one of the few nomad influencers that never gets a heater 🥶

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Lol I have nowhere to put one! And a good sleeping bag is really all you need!

@sherryanne2287

4 ай бұрын

@@lifeinmyelement True! People have been sleeping in sub-sub-sub-zero temperatures without heaters for thousands of years.

I lived in my SUV for 10 months. I’m Canadian winter at -50 Celsius windchill. I made enough money daily to run my SUV 24 hours a day, so warmth wasn’t an issue. I even managed to eat well. Some days I miss simply living.

As someone who needs to pee at least 3 times during the night, I could never.

Rosa, after seeing this video I know you could handle any weather Canada would throw at you! Please do a Canadian tour! You've inspired me to start travelling in my little hatchback and I'm definitely starting in British Columbia this year :)

@janet1744

4 ай бұрын

"Little hatchback"?? I had a hatchback but would not use one for winter traveling unless I stayed in hotels and ate in restaurants !!!

Always something wild & new with you! So fun, glad you’re living it up and having a good time in Winter Wonderland ❤️

Did this many times before 13 to 21 degrees. There is no problem. Make sure you have the needed equipment and supplies. Anyways, have a lot of dogs to keep the heat on. They are grateful too. Protection

Love how u are just relaxed in the hot bath and the snow falling around u, looks amazing, ur tattoos are super too, stay unique Rosa, Big ❤ 🇮🇪

Welcome back, Rosa!! Happy New Year❤ Omg having to defrost your contacts was hilarious. As a California girl, I could never imagine living or even (car) camping in those temperatures!! You’re a trooper for sure. 😊

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for being here!! You could totally do it, as long as you have the proper supplies and a good sleeping bag!! ❤️

Go south brave soul. Idaho is too cold in the Winter months. Stay safe and onward in 2024! 🥶

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Nahhh I like the cold 😊

I wouldn’t sleep overnight in dangerous temperatures outside except on or near a 24 hour place in case your car freezes and you’re stranded. I would then commute to Hotsprings. And if in an area where its no phone reception irregardless of weather- please invest in SOS/Emergency Satellite phone ( research more popular now) that’s sends a help with location beacon.

*Camera turns off* “Ight I’m going back inside”

your adventures have really helped with figuring out my slightly cramped sedan setup-and seeing how you make decisions on the road is awesome! absolutely love the snow, too, and i will be stealing it at some point for my snow-starved australian self's enjoyment so enjoy it while you can 💅

It's crazy how little you wear in such extreme weather. You are so strong!

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Aww thank you!! ❤️

Just found you...Please do take care though, there are some very bad people out there. Love to you X

I love winters (especially snow).. but stuck in Texas lol.. Enjoying vicariously thru you!! enjoy!!

glad to see you are still around.. I am in Wisconsin.. and temps are just as cold. Remote starter would be a good addition

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Hope you are staying warm!! ❤️

@FUBAR199

3 ай бұрын

If you have a SUV experiment with it and try camping with some friends do more with it than drive it. me and some friends travel and sleep in ours and it’s quite fun, lots of overnights and lots to see.

@user-lm3ll1jp7f

3 ай бұрын

I have a 2018 Promaster 2500 that I am living out of for the last 3 years.. @@FUBAR199

Wow! What an incredible spot for a hot spring! Off the top of my head,have you ever thought of putting a piece of cardboard over the front of your vehicles radiator.(I don’t know if even possible w/element) Years ago I drove a box truck in winter and we all would do this to improve heat inside the cab.(w/zip ties or wire)Basically slows down cold air blowing over the radiator & may heat up “a bit” quicker. Like I said,off the top of my head. I hate to see you So freaking cold.🥶 Loved the video,be safe and have fun Rosa! And just keep being You. Bye! Peace✌️Mr.D😎❄️

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Good idea! I really wasn't cold at all (I have a super nice sleeping bag) but anything to make my car struggle less would be great ❤️ thank you!

God bless you hon!🥶🥶🥶🥶 I hope you get really warm sleep somewhere you're very young I don't know your circumstances but hang in there I am so impressed!

You really know how to explore and enjoy life in the outdoors. I wish I was as outgoing as you in my 20s. Safe travels!

Such beautiful country! Could the locations of those hot springs be more magical?!? You're traveling around one of my favorites places in the world, which is the dream of my Element and I, so this is such a special treat. 😊 Thank you for sharing your journey as always!!!

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Hot springs in the snow are so freaking magical ❤️ I love them! I hope you and your Element get to travel as well!!

I'm glad you decided not to get into the hot springs in the higher altitude, I could tell it was cold out there. I know you luv those hot springs, but it's the getting out part for me lol. You're so beautiful ❤

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Getting out can be absolutely awful, especially when it's windy and cold!

As someone who lives in tropical country in my entire life, -33° is going to be a nightmare for me. It's summer to where I am right now. So, I'm using AC to cool down a bit, but I can't stand below 23°. 😅😅😅

That's probably one of the prettiest rivers ever. Thanks for taking us with you

Welcome to Montana! It was -27 (-51 Real Feel) in Billings about a week ago and it was awful! Missoula definitely stayed a little warmer. Hope you enjoyed your time here! 😊

I'm in Missoula! Thank goodness that cold snap is over!! It's fun to see you visit places I am familiar with❤

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

I love Missoula ❤️ such a fun town!

@DoctorHayduke

4 ай бұрын

​@@lifeinmyelement ♡♡♡!

be careful in this cold weather. I got sick during a chinook when everything was melting, getting slushy and the humidity was way high. I caught a nasty chest cold possible pneumonia but I haven't had any fever. I started losing my voice a few days ago and I'm coughing pretty harsh since last week. I lived in a car back in 2005, was in a few shared places from 2006 and 2007 but kept getting evicted. I bought a van and converted it from scratch and lived in it for 7 years. Then I bought my first motorhome in 2014 and lived in it for 7 years while making tons of modifications to it. I upgraded to a slightly bigger motorhome in 2021 and it took me 3 winters to make more improvements to the insulation but right now I don't drive it with an expired plate. I've been biking all over the city to get around

I remember sleeping in back of my car when my lights got cut off due to my roommate not wanting to up no money. I slept in back of my car and always waking up numerous times kept hearing things.

-18 is what it is here today. Is nice Compared to the -40 to -60 with the windchill. I love winter and cold and crunchy snow. My fav time of year. Love your videos !

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

I'm glad you understand!! Winter can be so beautiful ❤️

It was -17f here for several days and I was out camping, too. The first night was rough with just a blanket, but the second day I layered it into my Kelty sleeping bag and was just fine. Stay safe!

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

A sleeping bag really makes all the difference ❤️

@chadtilghman255

4 ай бұрын

​@@lifeinmyelementI agree. But I'm ready for the warmth to come back 😂 that, or I need to break out the diesel heater for my rooftop tent. But if you want to hit some more hot springs, we literally have a town named Hot Springs here in Arkansas. My daughter and I would always be down to camp with ya!

God bless y’all, praying for anyone going through this situation. ❤🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽❤️

I love that crunchy sound of the snow when it’s so cold! That’s how you can tell it’s really cold out!! That eagle chliing up in the tree was awesome, I love seeing eagles

@lindaterrell5535

4 ай бұрын

When the snow squeaks, that’s cold.

Thank you for sharing your beautiful views with us ❤️

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Thank you for being here!! ❤️

You are so adorable and courageous! Thanks for sharing your adventures. :)

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

Thank you for being here!! 😊

Fun video you had me chuckling a few times! Loved watching you cook indoors, good use of those little cooking pods

I think your lifestyle is fascinating. I’d love to give it a try. I have watched all kinds of videos on van/car camping/ living. Your videos might be my favorite. Stay safe and God Bless.

Rosa, advice for next time. Dont turn on the heater the moment you turn on your car. Make sure everything is off. Start the car with the heat off, any electronics, etc. Then once the car starts to warm up on the temp guage finallt turn the heat on low, and then gradually turn it up. Dont just start the car on with the heat on full blast when its below zero like that.

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

I've never had an issue starting my car this way! But I'll take your advice into consideration 😊

@herlastvoyage

3 ай бұрын

It probably puts less strain on the car

@nomaderic

3 ай бұрын

@herlastvoyage starting the car is what takes most of the battery. When it's super cold like that your battery is already weakened some, so you just wanna make sure all the power is focused on getting the car started and not running the heater and all the other electronics. Your oil my also be thickened slightly and everything just needs a little bit of time to get going. That's why most cars make that horrible noise when they get started in negative temps. Besides, when it's that cold even if you turn the heater on full blast as soon as you start the car it's not gonna blow hot air anyways. All you're doing is slowing the down the engine from warming up. Once the temp guage starts warming up then you'll start getting hot air as the engine is now warm and the heater will pull from that. I'm not saying she's gonna ruin her car by doing what she's doing, it's just one of those things that makes it easier on the car.

That's a cool little hot springs spot. I bet it felt awesome after a -33 night..it's been cold here in TN for a good week..but not quite that low❄️🥶

@lifeinmyelement

4 ай бұрын

It definitely felt amazing!! Made the cold worth it ❤️

That looks so scary to sleep and potentially be trapped under

I can tell you from growing up in Alaska, it was pretty common in winter to see people leave their cars running, so it doesn't surprise me you'd start yours once or twice in the night.

I don’t care how pretty a mountain is, when it’s -33 degrees it’s time to get the hec outta the place,, this is why Arizona Nevada is where many van lifers head to.

I wear contacts, I went camping once when it got really cold I had several blankets and sleeping bag....my contacts however being in a hard case like what you showed I put that into my pants pocket so my body heat would keep the liquid from freezing.....next morning they were fine

I live a complicated life where I crave freedom more than anything else. I stumbled on this video and it made me teary, jealous and wishful I can live independently and have this adventure. I am not getting younger and healthier and I wanna experience this even once, to live life even when its hard, just to feel myself again

@bezagebremedhine5102

3 ай бұрын

May God help you and me

You have the ability to heat water, so I would definitely have a hot water bottle in my sleeping bag. I live in a RV and when it's cold I'm warm all night....✌