Super Organized TINY Budget Van Build in a TINY Transit Van!
Today we are speaking with Jenny who downsized from a huge RV to now getting 30 mpg in her TINY 2013 Ford Transit Connect XLT. 22 years ago Jenny had a stroke, she overcame her difficulties and eventually became a fulltime nomad.
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This is my best friend. We've been traveling together since we met at HOWAs BYOV in October. She is an amazing, resilient, intelligent and brave woman. I'm so proud to be her friend.
@debireginabroughton9982
Жыл бұрын
She is so blessed to have a sweetheart like you ...thank you for being a friend...
@mikestanmore2614
Жыл бұрын
She is amazing. You are both very lucky to have such a friendship.
@Marypoppins321
Жыл бұрын
You can see that she is an amazing woman. Good for her to enjoy her life regardless of a disability. She inspired me. Thank you and safe travels❤❤❤
@JustDoingChelle
Жыл бұрын
I’m going thru clearing out and giving away things now. I thought it would be quicker. Ha! Jokes on me. I’m dealing with leaky seals and 32 years of boxes of memories with kids. Documents, pictures. It’s a process. She is encouraging. I appreciate that she shared her story. You guys are blessed to have each other. Many blessings to all of you 🙏🏼
@CrystalAdVANtures
Жыл бұрын
Aww that’s so nice to have such an amazing friend that you feel you can share and tell everyone what a wonderful person they are. You are an awesome friend to have. 😊
So proud of you. I had a stroke and became disabled in 2001 as well. Since that time I've had 3 additional strokes. I live in my van also, now a little over year. HOWA helped me as well, with solar power and 12 v fan back in October. I will be 74 in May and going strong. Hope to meet you on the road.
She seems like such a lovely human being. May she be blessed in all her experiences.
She is soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo SWEET and INSPIRING GREAT video Bob THANKS
Im 67 and will be retiring from nursing in 3 years. Im going to trick out my honda crv and hit the road. Will do some mini trips before then,. Plan to hit every national park in our beautiful country. Kudos to this strong, brave lady!
Bless her for being courageous and getting out there! May the good Lord keep her safe in all her travels. Much love and many blessings everyone
Very touching to watch. This lady should be a role model for many. I really admire her. Thank you Bob.
@garyabell3456
8 ай бұрын
Right! I just loved her! Made me feel better just listening to her! What a vibe!
LOVE this woman🥰~ Her "why" is super clear & positive; "You either keep going, or you don't"..."someone says you can't do it, just prove you can"...🎯Words to live by right there.
@joannajanes2781
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely! 😊😊😊
A very nice gal who is living her life as she pleases. A beautiful smile and a happy heart. I really am amazed at how much comfort she has in her short van. Thanks Bob for featuring her.
@user-vg6pj2my2n
5 ай бұрын
I am envious she has a son to help. So wonderful.
Love that your dad put his brand on the counter top. 😆
I stand six foot three, but the truth is, I look up to people like her, and others on this channel.
Love her set-up! Small, completely functional, neat and very well organized! I want one like that!! ❤
I had a stroke when I was 43. I have a minivan and I’m ready to go! Love her little van!!
What a pleasant woman, out there living the dream. Ginnie, just like all the others Bob interviews, is smiling, has a great attitude, and appears very happy to be where she is. I wish her many great times and safe travels.
She's a gem
She seems truly happy. Her smile says it all.
Ah…she’s adorable. What a great smile. And I love her set up! Like you said, the “L” shape counter is smart.
Surely an infectious smile. I found myself smiling , watching this one.
I just left Quartzsite. There for a month. Great vibes and people out there boondocking. Never did I feel it was unsafe. I have a larger RV but always look at the smaller ones and yes I see there is way more freedom the smaller you go for sure. ❤ ✌️
Thank you ma'am, I been planning out a build and my mum still treats my 50ish arse as if I shouldn't be doing this! Ma'am I am showing her vids, including women like yours and even Bob's vids and I would like even her to try doing this!
@JennyLeiviska
Жыл бұрын
You go girl. I’m 50isssh 😂
Bob is doing a great thing for a huge number of people.
Nice exchange in conversation--Bob so encouraging and Ginnie sharing her experience!
I like these vans. Well done to GInnie
Let me say, you are amazing to live your life exactly like you want. I know if you can do it, anyone can....enjoy your life...
Very nice lady and Bob is such a gentleman…
I had a stroke at 50 yo. I have to meet this amazing beautiful woman.
@JennyLeiviska
Жыл бұрын
Awwwww maybe I’ll see you on the road 😃
fellow Transit Connect owner here. That's a great build! It's not your typical style. So it's giving me ideas.
Thank you Bob and Jennie for the interview and showing of your lovely van.
Have the same van. Her setup is a bit better! Haha She has great insight and attitude towards being nomadic! Best of travels to her and the rest of the nomads out there!😎🤙
Sooooo nice!!! Proof you don’t need to go big to live comfortably! Sending many good wishes to this lovely Lady!!!
Amazing what people can do no matter what the cituation is. Bob n Ginny thanks again for sharing her story with us.
It's just wonderful to see how many people have found van life's choices to survive life's struggles
God bless her 🙏, I have a lot to say about the situation of our country but this is not the place for it. She is a strong person and I admire her very much.
What a gentle soul
Hey lady! Nice to see your cheaprvliving interview uploaded. Nice to see you! I feel like I'm right there with you's. You are a true inspiration to all of us. I love your cheerful countenance and upbeat, welcoming attitude. Only one thing is missing...Where's your ferocious dawg? LOL
God bless Suanne and Bob and Crew!
What a lovely woman and beautiful attitude. 😍
I want to thank you, too, for your example in many-a-respect. Your home looks delightfully simple, attractive and...homey.:) Wishing you so many years of connection with others, glorious scenery and adventures!
What a smile. So much warmth and so encouraging. I’m this close to giving it a try and this video really helped push me a little closer. 💕
💚 Thanks Ginnie💐
Great, simple build ! All the best to her for a happy and peaceful journey !
I absolutely love her van home!
her set up is fantastic! Simple with everything needed and so organized! thank you
Adorable! She shows regardless, it can be done! 30 mpg - WOW! Amazing!! Never knew! Happy Travels! Be safe and keep smiling, Jenny!!
You do not need 100k 200k vehicles to do camping. Just get out there with what you have. You dont have to do this full-time. Do what works for you.
Awesome video. My thanks too Jenny Cheers 🍻
@JennyLeiviska
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for getting my name right ! 😂
Nice and streamlined. I like yourdog sign. At what store did you get it? A grandparent of mine had a stroke and was paralyzed on all of their left side. They walked with cane. You get out and go, girl! Bob I wish you would cover your guests' smoke/CO detectors and fire extinguishers, and tire changing tools even though not exciting topics. I would bet that most drivers do not know if they have a Complete set of tire changing tools. I have bought used vehicles that were missing part of those tools. So that is one of the first things I now check, in addition to making sure that I carry a Full sized spare tire (not donut tire) and that has decent air pressure. Even if a driver may not be able to physically change a tire, at least they have the tools so that someone else could help them (and their pet passenger). This is especially true if a spare tire is up underneath a vehicle.
Looking good Jenny
@JennyLeiviska
Жыл бұрын
Hey Kenny Thanks for your volunteering at the BYOV. Vinnie wouldn’t be so sweet without your help😃
What a smile! Stay safe and venture on!
this woman is an inspiration
Thank you Ginny for sharing . Your van build is lovely and really looks very comfortable. Great use of space and so neatly organized. You have a light in you that shines brightly. Good luck in your adventures. Bob ..you always manage to find the most interesting people. Thanks to you too. 😊
Very nice build and what an inspiration she is….. Thanks for letting us see it
Awesome 👌 thanks so much for sharing, keep living and loving and spreading kindness as you do!
I like this type of build. Awesome
Fantastic layout...💕
Amazing lady! Luv her smile 😊 sorry it took her two years to get Ssdi. Glad she is enjoying life
Neat build!
Great home and a great hat. All the best to you! Happy trails to you and yours❤
@JennyLeiviska
Жыл бұрын
My sister made that hat ❤
Fantastic spirit - keep going.
I had a Transit that I'd intended to convert - I like your ideas 😊
My friend Jenny !! GREAT interview !!
Always good to see another Okie in a van!
I love it. It's very nice and organized and clean. Refreshing 🥰
cute little build cozy looking inside and has all you need
I really love her rig, very organized and nice looking!
I appreciate this interview. Very good advice. Love it.
Wonderful, it's really all you need! Would even be perfect for stealth camping and getting around easily here in Europe, where the streets are so much more narrow than in the US. :)
Love her setup!
Thank you Bob and this charming and inspiring lady! Bravo!
ANOTHER Great interview Bob ! Ginny is delightful ! Love her Home ! Many Blessings.
I love the tour videos best of all. You give lots of important info on your other vids, but these are so inspiring and encouraging.
I love, love, love this setup! I've been wanting a Connect for so long but they are hard to find. I think the L shape design is golden! Congrats on a beautiful, cozy home, Ginnie! 🙂
@tattoolimbo
Жыл бұрын
And quite expensive in my view but Yes I would love one as well.
@aniassantiago6445
Жыл бұрын
@@tattoolimbo she picked up that Transit for a great deal in South Texas
Beautiful van built-up love the space and storage.
What an inspiring an amazing woman I'm going to downsize from an RV to VAN
Love your home very neat and organized, really like her L shape counter. Very inspiring and Jenny personally is beautiful and smile light 💡 up a room 😊❤
Blessed with her positive attitude. Very nice connect, and sweet person. Thank you ,Bob.
What a wonderful nest she's built for herself. Many happy travels!
Ginny's great. A true vanlifer, doing it. Kudos Bob 👍
Eyyy! I'm also in a Transit Connect! Great to see a fellow camper in a similar rig. My build is a bit heavier as I'm running about 21 to 26MPG, but it's everything I needed! Only downside is the clearance sucks and a lift kit would destroy the MPG/aerodynamics/cause so many other issues. I think it's a great vehicle to start in.
Jenny is quite a gal. She is brave and talented also. What a cozy living space she has. Bless her.
What a great smile this sweet woman has. Hope I get to meet both of you sometime down the road.
I really like the L shape counter and extended clothes storage area. Nice job! Best wishes to you.
Bless this lovely lady and may the good Lord watch over her and keep her safe . And a mouth full of raspberries to our government for making her and other disabled people wait so long for the help they need .
Beautiful woman.. beautiful build! I love how you set it up inside.
What an inspiration! Living life and enjoying her travels with friends
Loved your video sis ! Very sweet lady...stay strong and keep on trucking !
Wonderful neat and functional build. I love it! It's so well thought through. It's brilliant for such a small space. 👍😁
I'd like to do an L shaped countertop in my van. I love that! Thanks for sharing this tour. 😊🙋♀️
Wow so organized and beautiful! Looks so big inside this woman made some magic here! Quite amazing!
Awesome van build Ginnie. Wishing you many happy years ahead!
This was an amazing build. So organized.
Such a lovely home for such a lovely person. Best of luck in your travels, Jenny!
Thank you for sharing. I really needed to hear "It's not as scary as it seems." I have the exact same van and plan to start by camping close to where I live this spring. I live in West Virginia. I hope to be able to drive to a few places out of state. Who knows, maybe I will make it to the desert.
GREAT BUILT! GOOD INFO ON MATERIALS USED TO BUILD.. AWESOME GINNY! GIVES ME HOPE THAT I CAN/WILL DO THE SAME WITH MY DISABILITY! LOVE THE FACT THAT YOU WILL MEET MANY FRIENDLY FOLKS FR ALL OVER.. COMPARED TO LIVING WITH NEIGHBORS..THAT U DONT EVEN KNOW..GOOD TO KNOW THAT THERE R PLACES U CAN SHOWER AT ALSO.THANKS SO MUCH!!🙏🏻🙋🏼♀️💜
I just love this womans everything! Attitude, mindset, constant smile,vibe! Chase her down Bob once a year to let us experience her smiling ever so often! Thank you Bob for all you do! It made me feel better after a rough day and for that sir I thank you! God bless
@JennyLeiviska
8 ай бұрын
Thank you for your kind comments! 🫶🏼🚐
What a lovely lady and a great van 😊
She's a beautiful lady. I wish her all good luck
What a beautiful lady and interview Bob!!! Love all the signatures!!!
Very nice van, and super organized!!
I love this KISS build. From a fellow Okie, I’m inspired by your story and motivated to follow in your Transit wheels!