Living in my van | Cooking, doing dishes and a waterfall in the Upper Peninsula

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  • @Jem395
    @Jem395Ай бұрын

    Your dog is so cute. I loved it when you turned on the light before getting out of bed,and she was snuggled up next to you. She's so happy. Coffee, a good book, and snuggling with your dog. That is a perfect day.

  • @irynavoronyak2854
    @irynavoronyak28542 ай бұрын

    The scene with Ruby under the blanket made my day 🥰

  • @vickif.4645
    @vickif.46452 ай бұрын

    I just realized that there is a dog tooth fairy and my mind is blown 😅 Happy travels in beautiful Michigan!

  • @justrowan

    @justrowan

    2 ай бұрын

    🧚🏻‍♀️🐾❤️

  • @Natashas-life
    @Natashas-life2 ай бұрын

    Ruby cracks me up how playful she is, I love how she is such a good girl and stays close and doesn't run off. You can tell she really is enjoying zipping around on the beach 😏

  • @pattimckenna3484

    @pattimckenna3484

    2 ай бұрын

    😅you make beautiful videos!!! You and Ruby are wonderful, I love following you and Rubes❤

  • @MyraHolland-yo8bn

    @MyraHolland-yo8bn

    2 ай бұрын

    My two little dogs would take off like a streak of lightning 😮 Ruby is so good 💕 🐶 hugi

  • @teresabullock6646
    @teresabullock66462 ай бұрын

    Old Dutch is a Canadian company started in 1954 . I grew up eating their chips . Still the best ones . 😊

  • @bbleeprince4177

    @bbleeprince4177

    16 күн бұрын

    My parents immigrated to the states when I was 3, in 1960. Back then you couldn't get SaltnVinegar in the USA. Old Dutch in Canada made them. My Nana would send us SaltnVinegar chips, Caramilk chocolate bars and meat pies 😂 Oh how excited we would get.

  • @henrialbinus3967
    @henrialbinus39672 ай бұрын

    I really like the way you set up your home on wheels, very nice and beautiful. Like seeing you two.

  • @ReRe-wd5sz
    @ReRe-wd5sz2 ай бұрын

    Stay by the lake with the breeze coming off of it to avoid the black flies. They bite, can swarm you, and they LUV bug spray. Been going up there for over 40 years. It’s gorgeous. Enjoy!

  • @vickif.4645

    @vickif.4645

    2 ай бұрын

    Black fly bites are the worst!

  • @ReRe-wd5sz

    @ReRe-wd5sz

    2 ай бұрын

    Those black flies are nasty bast*rds! They like humid days with no breeze. I used to get swarmed just terrible. They loved me for some reason. One day I went running screaming waving my arms into a little convenience store along the highway to get away from them and a huge swarm of flies followed me in the door. The person working there passed out fly swatters to all the customers …LOL TRUE STORY. All you can hope for is the big lake has a nice breeze coming off of it and hang there. Otherwise, we saved bad flies days for napping inside or going for a drive.

  • @SharonBell6123

    @SharonBell6123

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the heads up. We’re going to Michigan this summer

  • @user-jz3gq7cm9q
    @user-jz3gq7cm9qАй бұрын

    My little dog Cisco loves when i can pick up from the grocery store a small piece of bone marrow, usually the butcher will give you free, i fill the centre withorganic peanut butter, just get at health food store, cheap, and freeze it. Good for his teeth, cools him down in summer, loves gnawing on it in general and really healthy, something different ❤❤

  • @angelahicks8450
    @angelahicks84502 ай бұрын

    You can mix a little bit of warm water and with her food it will soften it up for her while she is teething.

  • @aliciacruz5957
    @aliciacruz59572 ай бұрын

    16:01 Welcome to Michigan. Check out our lighthouses. Enjoy❤

  • @pennyproper4575
    @pennyproper45752 ай бұрын

    The UP is God's country... Tranquil and so beautiful ❤❤

  • @BIKENESS

    @BIKENESS

    2 ай бұрын

    Would love to visit but too lush for me ..I'd be nervous 😅

  • @SharonBell6123

    @SharonBell6123

    2 ай бұрын

    Oh I’m looking for peace! Hope togo soon.

  • @SpaceCadete101
    @SpaceCadete101Ай бұрын

    Your channel feels like home. I've started eating green salads first meal of the day and am finding this helps my digestion enormously.

  • @Santas77
    @Santas77Ай бұрын

    My dog liked ice cubes when his teeth hurt. He still likes them as treats but he really liked them when he was a puppy and he was getting his adult teeth.

  • @SuzanneWho
    @SuzanneWho2 ай бұрын

    I love the sink/water/“plumbing” setup you have. I’m going to borrow that idea. So simple and logical! ❤️😎🐈‍⬛

  • @inspiredinspirations
    @inspiredinspirations2 ай бұрын

    Love the waterfall. Ruby is so happy-go- lucky😊❤

  • @Leigh_Belula
    @Leigh_BelulaАй бұрын

    A bald eagle just ate a couple of our chickens the other day and I saw crows and a mockingbird chase it away the next day. Rudy is a joy. God bless and best wishes with all you're doing!

  • @louiseburns9681
    @louiseburns9681Ай бұрын

    I save the watching of your videos for when I don't feel great, and they never fail to soothe me. It feels so homely and cosy here. I do think it might be time to update the channel name though; you're not Just Rowan any more. You're Rowan & Ruby now! Thanks :)

  • @kellykeilman6199
    @kellykeilman619919 күн бұрын

    Love Ruby. What a personality. ❤❤❤

  • @kathrynrose5241
    @kathrynrose52412 ай бұрын

    If I was a bit younger I wo😢 give van living a go You have done a great job on your van. You are very clever. I look forward to your videos

  • @ireneprescott6652
    @ireneprescott66522 ай бұрын

    Please remember, onions (onion flavoring) are not good for dogs. I learned the hard way what is and isn’t good for dogs. Please look up foods that are bad for dogs. There is a chart that I keep on my fridge, that I printed from the internet. On the flip side, another great video.

  • @melodyblanchard2017

    @melodyblanchard2017

    2 ай бұрын

    garlic too

  • @ginae.7012
    @ginae.70122 ай бұрын

    I love the sound of the crashing waves and the water fall. What a beautiful place.

  • @scmesrob
    @scmesrob2 ай бұрын

    The UP is one of my favorite places. It will always have a special place in my heart.

  • @lillianavictoria
    @lillianavictoria2 ай бұрын

    I’m so glad I quit coffee ☕️ for good feeling so much better and energetic. Now I drink only green tea and herbal teas. I sleep better too ❤❤❤❤

  • @FloridaSalon
    @FloridaSalon26 күн бұрын

    How to do the day to day things we take for granted while living in a house is very helpful. Thank you!

  • @juditharcher1481
    @juditharcher14812 ай бұрын

    Ha-Ha---I think Ruby kept wanting you to throw her a stick when you were gathering kindling for your fire. SO cute!!

  • @candycane6203
    @candycane62032 ай бұрын

    That truly is beautiful. It almost reminds me of Nova Scotia.

  • @user-li4jd5ll1g
    @user-li4jd5ll1g2 ай бұрын

    My mother loved half & half in her coffee, just had to have it.😅😅😅😅

  • @Natashas-life
    @Natashas-life2 ай бұрын

    Sweet onion chips are amazing. Dogs can't have onion or garlic, it's toxic to their respiratory system. Also for her teething, you could get her a Kong ball or bone. If you can't afford that, you could let her chomp a piece of tree branch lol my dog loves them. Maybe you could get her a big bone from the butcher, it should be labeled soup bone. Sweet onion kettle chips are my favorite 😋 may want to get her a hartz flea and tick collar, they're good for a year and work great. I get mine at Walmart and the Hartz collar for fleas, ticks and the eggs. Never had any issues. I don't give my dogs any oral medicine for flea and tick, because I don't trust that. My family has always trusted Hartz collar since I was a child. Also if you get her shots, make sure to get the Bordatello shot so she's protected against anything an animal may have left disease wise ❤️ sorry for so much advice, but we love and care for you two and want the best for you. We enjoy our journey with you. Be safe ❤

  • @Bonobos922

    @Bonobos922

    2 ай бұрын

    Oh my gosh Natasha’s-life, you are so kind. ❤

  • @CathyBrooks9835
    @CathyBrooks98352 ай бұрын

    Thanks for letting us hang out with you today. Love to see you and Ruby together ❤️🐶 What a team! And you are so good at cooking. Great stew, love cilantro. Make sure to stay safe and enjoy ! 🤗

  • @Stay_tooned
    @Stay_tooned2 ай бұрын

    Adorable Ruby so fun, funny and a sweetie pie!

  • @lindamiller5489
    @lindamiller54892 ай бұрын

    Love the sound of the waves

  • @loriwallis832
    @loriwallis8322 ай бұрын

    I was born and raised in Michigan. Had the absolute best childhood growing up anyone could ask for. Didn’t matter what season it was, we had fun. Take your time and enjoy. Hugs Rowan and Ruby. 🍓🍓

  • @n.c.467

    @n.c.467

    2 ай бұрын

    Best cherries in the world, too!!

  • @Kathryn1988
    @Kathryn1988Ай бұрын

    So wonderful you get to explore together. Ruby must love life on the road!

  • @user-nq3sm1kl7y
    @user-nq3sm1kl7y2 ай бұрын

    I think she would love to chase a ball or stick. You can get that one at the dollar store that has the long handle with the ball at the end and it just flip it that will give her so much exercise all the energy. She has stay safe and keep enjoying your life.

  • @somethingbritis1
    @somethingbritis15 күн бұрын

    LoVe Your dog she is so sweet you got you a keeper right there.💙

  • @kkennedy2987
    @kkennedy29872 ай бұрын

    Love these spend the day with me videos. I vote for more! Still looking for my van so hopefully I’ll be on the road soon

  • @bithos.6510
    @bithos.65102 ай бұрын

    J.R I've watched a lot of your videos..it helps me to find peace in my mind. I struggle with finding my own line in the world. I feel as if PTSD has my trapped in my own mind and I continue to make poor decisions. I want to thank you for the videos you drop

  • @leannaestep3066
    @leannaestep3066Ай бұрын

    I thoroughly enjoyed this video. What beautiful scenery. Thank you for sharing.

  • @holliholbert5618
    @holliholbert5618Ай бұрын

    You and Ruby make me so happy! ❤️❤️

  • @christinebattrick3245
    @christinebattrick32452 ай бұрын

    What a view, you are so lucky to see the country in all its glory!! Is that a new van? Ruby has grown up.alot.

  • @Anita-rq9ev
    @Anita-rq9ev2 ай бұрын

    Hello Rowan, your personality and laughter is contagious. I always enjoy watching your vlogs, they relax me. I wish you and Ruby happiness and health 🙏

  • @justrowan

    @justrowan

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you! Happiness and health to you as well! 🙏

  • @Anita-rq9ev

    @Anita-rq9ev

    2 ай бұрын

    ​@@justrowan very kind of you, thank you 😊❤

  • @joycewedel9084
    @joycewedel90842 ай бұрын

    Excellent video! Love these longer ones. Ruby is such a good listener!

  • @kylehiggins3216
    @kylehiggins32162 ай бұрын

    I think Ruby was looking for a stick to chase!! She is so well behaved, curious and just adorbs! Beauteous shot of the juvenile eagle! Great waves... Great video!

  • @lynnballard9285
    @lynnballard92852 ай бұрын

    Ruby is getting so big ! ❤

  • @BBGIRLAH
    @BBGIRLAH2 ай бұрын

    🐶🐾 if you put a little water with a beef cube (to make a broth) and pour it in her food it will soften and then she can eat it better with her teeth.

  • @katherineanderson6297

    @katherineanderson6297

    2 ай бұрын

    To much salt

  • @BBGIRLAH

    @BBGIRLAH

    2 ай бұрын

    @@katherineanderson6297 not if you only do it once or twice I have done it with all my dogs. It just gives them some flavor to draw them to eat otherwise she won’t know it’s different and will keep avoiding eating.

  • @SuzanneWho

    @SuzanneWho

    2 ай бұрын

    For my cat I take some chicken pate mixed with a little water to make a gravy and add to kibble. Could do the same for Ruby. Kibble is too hard on her young mouth.

  • @BBGIRLAH

    @BBGIRLAH

    2 ай бұрын

    ALL fantastic ideas! I just suggested the beef cube because I figured since she loves to cook she would have that on hand where she was camping.

  • @JoHarmon-hg7wz

    @JoHarmon-hg7wz

    2 ай бұрын

    Great video! Poor Ruby, teething issues, but she's still playfully and happy. Just add a little warm water to her food to Soften.

  • @Tam.I.am.
    @Tam.I.am.2 ай бұрын

    Fun fact (for me): I had never seen a drain plug like the one you put on your sink til you showed us that one. And now there's one in the bathtub here at my new apartment. The best thing for moose is to see it in the distance. My oldest nephew used to call folded chips like that wish chips.

  • @charlottewilson4680
    @charlottewilson46802 ай бұрын

    Today I mailed you some small strawberry cards that I painted. Hope you get them before you close your mailbox.🍓🍓🍓

  • @justrowan

    @justrowan

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @sheilavanleeuwen7547
    @sheilavanleeuwen75472 ай бұрын

    Old Dutch chips! Straight from Canada!!

  • @heatherwatson8506
    @heatherwatson85062 ай бұрын

    The adventures of Rowan & Ruby! You two are meant to be together. If you give her human food, she will turn her nose up at her own food. I am experiencing that, right now with my dog! She loves her freedom to run. She is so young she wants to have fun. Cindy Lauper's song, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, came to mind. When you were gathering wood for your fire, watching here run back and forth was priceless. The Van is looking so nice, inside. I think you are happy. Thanks for sharing. See you on your next video. Stay safe, the two of you and continue to have fun. Heather Ontario, 🇨🇦

  • @Irishlassie1953
    @Irishlassie19532 ай бұрын

    Love the ideas of pancakes or waffles for Ruby to chew on. I second the idea of canned food for Ruby. You know Ruby looks part Visla to me...they are known for being energetic and affectionate as well as great with other dogs. she's a beauty!!! Love her name too. I missed where you got her from. Blessings to you both! There's no better company than a dog...including humans! LOL

  • @kayannramos2218
    @kayannramos22182 ай бұрын

    ❤ beautiful scenery and Ruby is growing she's a beautiful baby

  • @dorothylanglois1500
    @dorothylanglois1500Ай бұрын

    Ruby is getting big and growing fast!

  • @DebraBehrens-sn4bi
    @DebraBehrens-sn4bi2 ай бұрын

    You guys are so cute together! Ruby is such a good puppy! Love that upper peninsula of Michigan! Thanks for taking us along it’s sure picturesque that way!🐾🐕💕🌷😎🌞

  • @margewilson7048
    @margewilson70482 ай бұрын

    I live an hour and 20 minutes from the Mackinaw bridge when I go over I never wanna come back. It’s my favorite place on earth to be.

  • @katherinenoonan9327
    @katherinenoonan93272 ай бұрын

    You should go to St. Ignace, you and the little one can take a ferry over to Mackinaw Island.

  • @denisefreeman2123
    @denisefreeman21232 ай бұрын

    I love how you always offer us a bite😂 so sweet❣️

  • @notlostjustwandering218
    @notlostjustwandering2182 ай бұрын

    Old Dutch chips are sold in parts of the Midwest and Canada

  • @justrowan

    @justrowan

    2 ай бұрын

    They were delicious!

  • @stickn2dascript599
    @stickn2dascript5992 ай бұрын

    You have a beautiful dog and that tofu dish looked really yummy! Stay bless on your journey

  • @dianejohnson1991
    @dianejohnson19912 ай бұрын

    When Ruby had the blanket on her, she looked like one of those characters from the Dark Crystal. Anyone else notice that?

  • @Cindy7777777
    @Cindy77777772 ай бұрын

    OMG, Ruby is so stinking cute and when her nose pushed out of the blanket, so so adorable! To get her to better eat her food, add a little warm water to it because her teeth are probably sensitive! Wow, what beautiful water views and the bald eagle is gorgeous!!! Never heard of Dutch chips but they sound good!!!!! Just to let u know that dogs aren't supposed to have onions, onion salt, onion powder, anything onion is toxic to them. Thanks for sharing! So much fun!!!

  • @Bonobos922
    @Bonobos9222 ай бұрын

    I’m getting hungry watching you. I noticed Ruby got a little excited when you first broke a limb in half. She probably wanted to play fetch! You both are lovely, and I do envy your lifestyle. ❤

  • @hockeymomWA

    @hockeymomWA

    2 ай бұрын

    That's what i thought too😊

  • @darlawoodkowski4913
    @darlawoodkowski49132 ай бұрын

    Alpena girl here but live by Lansing now. Our daughter lived in Marquette and I have an Aunt in Gladstone. The UP is so un-touched and beautiful. Very remote in some areas. Enjoy your time in the Mitten, Rowan!

  • @mgtravel1
    @mgtravel12 ай бұрын

    Omg 😂😂😂😂 literally laughing out loud watching Ruby look like an ‘old lady’ in the blanket…wearing a hood. Thx for the video Rowan. Love hanging out with you;) as you say in the video. Be safe be well be happy. M✨

  • @tamarashiels570
    @tamarashiels5702 ай бұрын

    Ruby is so sweet and it's great you have such a nice companion. 😊

  • @l.g.4451
    @l.g.44512 ай бұрын

    Ruby under the blanket cracked me up. She is so funny to watch. I enjoy seeing all the views you show us, and especially seeing the eagle. too cool!

  • @donnadelevieleuse9564
    @donnadelevieleuse9564Ай бұрын

    Ruby so pretty n a really good girl. I seen how she was expecting you to throw a stick for her

  • @aquariusrizing
    @aquariusrizing2 ай бұрын

    Now that's a pot of stew! Looks so good!

  • @TheLyricah
    @TheLyricah2 ай бұрын

    You are living my dream life Rowan 💞💞I hope you feel wonderful!!! Ruby is getting big, and she’s running around free!!!!! Such joy, I love it 🥰🥰

  • @WizardofAll
    @WizardofAllАй бұрын

    Hi Rowen. Hope you get this. I worked at a Pet Store. I notice Ruby isn't to excited about Her Food. I highly recommend Nutro. These foods have what Dogs and Cats need. Cannot recommend enough. Food makes beautiful shiny coat and alleviates skin problems. And they love It! You two are awesome. Definitely need more Ruby. Both so Cute.

  • @jilliansmith9677
    @jilliansmith96772 ай бұрын

    I love this channel ❤

  • @sheilahoness-dd9ws
    @sheilahoness-dd9ws2 ай бұрын

    Hi Rowan and Ruby. Hope you are having a good day today. Beautiful scenery Rowan. Looks cool in Upper Peninsula of Michigan today. Have a great day

  • @susie4517
    @susie45172 ай бұрын

    How peaceful your videos are. Thanks for sharing R&R.❤❤😊

  • @user-ng9de9nh9q
    @user-ng9de9nh9q2 ай бұрын

    Loved the "behind the waterfall"🎉 shot and the eagle footage!

  • @leslieyeager5161
    @leslieyeager51612 ай бұрын

    Dutch Crunch are delicious! Such beautiful spots for you and Ruby to enjoy!

  • @jimmyp63
    @jimmyp632 ай бұрын

    Great sites, cool waterfall, sweet girl R livin' the life! ❤

  • @anneleonas7813
    @anneleonas78132 ай бұрын

    Teething! Nice to hang out with a friend! Lovely scenery!

  • @janey0513
    @janey05132 ай бұрын

    Absolutely beautiful there. I really enjoy watching you and Ruby. She's adorable and very entertaining. That puppy energy 🤗 You two be safe and looking forward to more adventures.

  • @sherryblackard914
    @sherryblackard9142 ай бұрын

    White head and white tail means that eagle is at least 5 years old. Great vlog today!

  • @margaretdavies9347
    @margaretdavies93472 ай бұрын

    Hank you for showing us the scenery. X

  • @ginawillis5956
    @ginawillis59562 ай бұрын

    I save your videos because I get lots of inspiration for gluten free cooking. Also just love watching your van life. Ruby reminded me of the scene in ET when she had the blanket over her lol❤

  • @debbiesargentdonovan1105
    @debbiesargentdonovan11052 ай бұрын

    When our beagle was teething she loved to chew on firewood and ice cubes.

  • @LiliMarchlewicz
    @LiliMarchlewicz2 ай бұрын

    Folded potato chips are my favorite! I'm in lower Michigan. Come visit The Ledges of Grand Ledge. Great walking trails along the river. Great video!

  • @maggiegalbreath9820
    @maggiegalbreath9820Ай бұрын

    Cool think idea 😎💭👍🏻 Cozy ❤home

  • @kellyschuiteman1929
    @kellyschuiteman19292 ай бұрын

    Welcome to Michigan and our beautiful UP!

  • @deeregirl7356
    @deeregirl73562 ай бұрын

    I live in Michigan, Traverse City is the best town to visit. Once you are finished in the UP if you travel down lake Michigan side you would enjoy the ride it's beautiful. Also you can take a ferry in your van from lake Michigan side over to Wisconsin if you didn't know. so happy you made it to MI its still cold but the great lakes are pretty.

  • @barbarajohnson3576

    @barbarajohnson3576

    2 ай бұрын

    That ferry is v÷ry expensive.

  • @jerismith793
    @jerismith793Ай бұрын

    Just found your channel, and really enjoying watching your adventures. Love your van, and Ruby is a doll, thx for sharing🙏🥰

  • @user-li4jd5ll1g
    @user-li4jd5ll1g2 ай бұрын

    Hello 👋 rowan & ruby , so good to see you.

  • @kathyzak3628
    @kathyzak36282 ай бұрын

    Welcome to the place I grew up. I now live just across the border in Northern Wisconsin. ♥️😊

  • @marydaz
    @marydaz2 ай бұрын

    What a lovely spot! I'm also enjoy Kristin Hannah books - just finished The Great Alone. Safe travels to you and Ruby!

  • @rosamaryzayas5650
    @rosamaryzayas56502 ай бұрын

    Love Ruby's color. Chocolate labs are my favorite. So beautiful and peaceful ❤️🐾🐕🍓✨

  • @leannpeterson9645
    @leannpeterson96452 ай бұрын

    Hey you’re in my area! It’s been so nice here but watch out for bay flies, they are terrible right now!!! Hope you enjoyed your time here and come back soon! Lots to see up here!

  • @valeriegrice4775
    @valeriegrice47752 ай бұрын

    Love this peaceful video❤

  • @colleensample8041
    @colleensample80412 ай бұрын

    It’s beautiful up there!! Safe travels to you and Ruby!!

  • @sharonzolna3375
    @sharonzolna3375Ай бұрын

    Rubs may like the chips, but Dogs shouldn't have onions! I really enjoy your videos!

  • @gayleenbrown1221
    @gayleenbrown12212 ай бұрын

    Look at you with your posh pink nails love them.Keep safe.😊

  • @eileenreed5642
    @eileenreed56422 ай бұрын

    She loves to run ❤ that's a beautiful place

  • @nataliecoe6749
    @nataliecoe67492 ай бұрын

    Yes, the undertow in the Great Lakes is no joke😊Beautiful!

  • @danashick9971
    @danashick99712 ай бұрын

    What a beautiful place to spend some time! Ruby is so good 😊

  • @Stay_tooned
    @Stay_tooned2 ай бұрын

    Ruby is HUGE! They grow up so fast!😢

  • @donnamiller8780
    @donnamiller87802 ай бұрын

    Your channel and Steve Wallis', Camping with Steve, are my favorites. You're both so unpretentious.

  • @Liberal.Linda.

    @Liberal.Linda.

    2 ай бұрын

    YES! I love Camping with Steve! I do think they're very similar. So calming to watch both of them.

  • @witteney3334

    @witteney3334

    2 ай бұрын

    You should check out Foresty Forest too. He’s my favorite.

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