I sold my house, quit my job..career of 20+ years that no longer makes me happy, bought rural property 5 states away. I leave in June. I'll be living in my travel trailer until I figure out the next move. Mid life crisis or finally doing what I want... we shall see

@hunnybunny4u259

Ай бұрын

Wishing you lots of good luck!

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

That's amazing - go you!

@UrabanRVlife

Ай бұрын

This is so beautiful to hear. I have been planning to make this similar jump since 2019. It seems like there is always something getting in the way. I plan to leave the province that i live in and move North. I love the snow, and the cold. Where i currently live it is normal to get -45C in winter at -30C its like a fall day. I made a trip to the Yukon and have fallen in love. The thing that gets in the way there is the cost of living. And then i remind myself that everything everywhere is expensive. Best wishes!

@triciaanddennisb9548

Ай бұрын

Godspeed

@melissaandjason

Ай бұрын

That is awesome, I did something similar. Honestly quitting my TOXIC job was the best decision I’ve made in the past few years. We get one go at this life…I’m not spending it working lol I’ve just decided to need/want less.

I’m a 72 year old grandma and I want to have a van just to have everything I need is with me. My sons say I’m to old !!!! lol I watch my grand children everyday . I want it for me and my cat BraveHeart. I go away for the day but I won’t leave him alone at night. That way we can go away for the week end and he will always be with me. I have a house now and that takes a lot of work. My social security will go father. Love you videos. ❤️❤️

@kevincrooks639

Ай бұрын

I'm going to be 70 in September. I'm in the process of a camper build. I'm also training for my 3rd attempt at the Appalachian Trail. I have hypertension and mild COPD. You can do it. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. It's hard, yes. But how hard is it staying home and yearning for the open road?

@jaynewarriner7214

Ай бұрын

Do what you want! You are only 72 once! I’m 69 and built a camper in the back of my truck a year ago. I travel for weeks-months on jobs like moving friends or decluttering someone’s house/shed or whatever. Your dream is really where your life is and it will bring with it fullness of living. May God get the glory!🙂🙏

@teslah2997

Ай бұрын

I am 73 and live in a Subaru Outback…It is crowded, so yoj could do it so much better and easier with a van. You’re NOT too old if you have your health and physical manuveurability. GO FOR IT! I woukd keep your house, though, if you can afford to

@teslah2997

Ай бұрын

What a wonderful surprise to see a vid up from you…..didn’t expect to see one this week…..great thoughts on this subject

@karencastle6002

Ай бұрын

Watch LULU way. She is a older woman and she has meet ups with our women.

Husband died a year ago..bought a Camper Van been living for 7 months, and now going home to Alaska to spread his ashes . Life is journey , none of us have no guarantees and now is the time if you are considering Van life.

@timothydavis3703

Ай бұрын

Good luck and sorry for your loss.

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing... sending you a really big hug♥️

@alvashoemaker8536

Ай бұрын

OH…PLEASE be…easy on yourself; you are dealing with powerful and disruptive ideas, along with sad/painful memories…AGAIN, be easy on yourself…. TAKE CARE…. 🥰‼️

@lorettascott5477

17 күн бұрын

I'm sorry for your loss my hubby passed last year too 😢and I miss him so much. We traveled too. God Bless! ❤🙏

I am a 65 yr old woman in a truck camper full time 7 years. I'm having one of "those days" today, and this video really lifted my spirits and reminded me that the sun will come out again. Thank you❤❤❤

@Linneaandakela

25 күн бұрын

Aw I'm so glad to hear that. I hope you're feeling better now!

I just turned 75 in April and bought a used minivan last Monday. Yep, I'm a little scared because I have health problems but think I'll be better off outside. Thinking I'm getting too old but have wanted to do this for years. Safe travels 🙏✝️❤

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

That's incredible! Good for you!!

@totorishop

Ай бұрын

I sleep better in my vehicle. I I suspect because my apartment has bad ventilation and probably mold in the vents . meanwhile sleeping in your vehicle, you get direct air from the outside

@LilyGazou

29 күн бұрын

I went keto, improved my health 👍🏼

@sharynm79

29 күн бұрын

Good for you. You will probably find that your health issues will improve and your soul will become more content. Go for it

@southerngal7899

29 күн бұрын

@@Linneaandakela Ty. Gonna try after my Dr appointments 🤭

I will turn 54 in a month and a half. My last day in a house was March 31st. I am now living in my (pre converted) shuttlebus. About 2 hours after leaving the house, I broke down. Luckily, I made it into a gas station. Because it was Easter Sunday, I spent a day and a half at that gas station. Finally got back on the road, for about an hour and a half, and broke down, again. Luckily, I was able to coast into another gas station, where I spent another 2 days, waiting for the mobile mechanic to get me a new alternator...that actually fit. Because of something you said, in a previous video, I never got upset. I just did what I needed to do, and made the best of it. You said that if you can't handle challenges, this lifestyle may not be for you. I took that to heart. I didn't expect challenges so quickly, but I laughed and said here we go! My new life is already showing me I CAN do hard things, and genuinely smile through them! Thank you, so very much! 😊

@josephschmucker3625

29 күн бұрын

Wow. Integrity.

@LilyGazou

29 күн бұрын

Sounds like the start I had. Tire blew out on the highway. Etc etc. that’s why I tell people to do a shakedown journey first.

Sold my 3000 sqft home of 22 years and now suburban van living in a 60sqft cargo van. Fantastic decision for an extra early retirement.

@meshackmokone9627

Ай бұрын

How I wish I could get an Rv to live in with my family.. it is just so sad that here in south africa we have small camper caravans, they are not big enough to hold up a full family of five.

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Awesome! Love extra early retirement!

@bubblades2376

28 күн бұрын

Look into converting a trailer build what you need and i bet it holds up better then most rv. Good luck!​@meshackmokone9627

@HayabusaOrlando

13 күн бұрын

How old are you for taking retirement early?

I lived in a Class C working as a travel RN. I used the money saved to buy a house and rented it out. The tenants have totally paid the house off plus some. Now that I'm older I LOVE having a paid off house, AC/heat, full bathroom and kitchen, chest freezer, washer/dryer, garage, high speed internet, a real address. Looking at the photos I collected in my travels they leave me cold. Who are they, where was this, why am I there, who cares? I had some enjoyment, saw places, did things, met people, but the best of all those times are the memories of the patients I cared for and the contacts I still keep with past co-workers in the hospitals. I've never kept up with anyone I met in campgrounds. My nursing assignments included decent pay plus housing, which I saved and rented space in an RV campground for the 13 week assignments I got as a travel RN. I'd work overtime if I could, bank up the money and take a month or so off in-between the three month hospital assignments. How quickly the adventure changed into routine. I bought a nice home in Sedona, Az and rented it out. The tenant paid the entire mortgage, downpayment and then some over the 18 years he lived there. After he left I remodeled the place and moved in mortgage free. I downsized to a van for some camping, but have no desire to live the 'RV lifestyle' at all. My advice to those getting into it: have a well thought out exit plan if it doesn't work out or if you're older. Selling your house to do this might limit your option to buying another down the road. Knees start to go, and your back. Being too hot and too cold in an RV is normal. Breathing fumes constantly, haul out poop and haul in water gets old. These videos make it look so exciting, none show the true side. Yes, you can have great adventures, but there is also something to be said for a community that stays around you, not love bombs you then moves on in a few days. No one talks about that. When I was young in the RV there were so many older RVers that struggled getting in and out of the rig, finding a doctor, etc. I wonder what all happened to them. I never kept up with them, as an RVer we move on, and on, and on.

You are so fortunate to have discovered this lifestyle so young. I want freedom and to just go. But my life is over half gone. I hope to make the best of what is left!

@dlwilliamson5644

13 күн бұрын

i am almost 60 and my brick and mortar is for sale because once it is gone... I am on the road which is why I am grateful for all of you commenting.

I just started vanlife myself in south Florida and it’s very tough! It’s already 90 degrees some days! You can’t park in a lot of places, and there’s alot of homelessness and crime here. But the positives still outweigh the negatives for me. I get to be by the water everyday, move home goes where I go, and your life feels longer because there’s alot more stimulation

@keyarawveg

Ай бұрын

Roman, hi. 😊 Pinellas county here ( Clearwater). I agree. The vehicle heats up so fast and really soon it's going to be in the 80s even in the night. I did notice portable AC unit is 40 percent off right now so I'm considering getting one. Have you tried it? If not, maybe someone here has used one. I have two fans but it doesn't put a dent in it. I'm originally from Wisconsin but have gotten used to the heat but this year is heating up sooner than past years.

@totorishop

Ай бұрын

I I totally get it when you said that life feels longer because of more stimulation. And it’s not the bad kind of stimulation. It’s the good kind of stimulation. I feel exactly the same way. I’m someone who struggles greatly with being in the present moment. Then life forces me to focus on the present moment in a good way. And because I’m focusing on the present moment, more my days feel longer and much more enjoyable.

@carolmclane1609

29 күн бұрын

Drive north Florida is awful

I admire you for being so full of life and being yourself and not afraid to show that. I wish you happiness and joy in your journey.

@Linneaandakela

25 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your support and generosity!

My mami died last month now i am living in the car with my 3 year old Min Pin. broken heart broken spirit. I have suffered non stop for 2 months. No place for both of us no help But my puppy is worth this and more. We are all we got and we will stay together. Thank you for your video. 🫰🎃

@zerlinacavieres5201

Ай бұрын

God bless you! Sending prayers. Ive been there myself.. I got a cheap gym membership to shower.. I worked 2 jobs. Moved closer to my mom who had cancer but on chemo.. Transmission went on my my car.... Its been very challenging. Next I will invest in a camper and live off grid, start a garden. Times are getting harder. Stay strong Stay positive It will get better. Keep in faith🤗

@totorishop

Ай бұрын

You can do it!!!

@LCLand

Ай бұрын

🙏🏼🩵🐾🌈

@TexasGirl1633

Ай бұрын

🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

@amylaws

Ай бұрын

Sending you love

Seeing wood stoves in vans is so wild to me. Ive seen a few. I love them but i cant justify the risks they bring.

This might be the best video you have ever made. It feels so mature, so experienced. Thanks for the wisdom!

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Wow, thank you!

One of the best videos I have ever seen. Blessings for truth.🙏🍀☀️ I picked up some property in Colorado . Off grid. Had a detached retina winter came and I had to leave. Came back to California truck broke down I’ve been living in it . Depressed? No. When life knocks you down… Get back up and dust yourself off . Because it won’t be the first time and it won’t be the last time it happens . We are pioneers we are explorers . To live off grid, to live life is a dream . I will purchase a van, and I will build it myself . I’m working full-time to make this dream a reality. I will have cataract surgery in the meantime, so that I can see while flyfishing the mountain streams in Colorado and spearfishing the ocean in California . Dream big, plan small, live life. And follow your instincts. If you are in a rut, put it in four-wheel-drive. Don’t worry be happy. I will go back to Colorado and build my house . I will travel in my van from California to Colorado off grid, rent free . Dream becomes reality if you put in effort and believe in yourself . Live large like you’re in charge . 🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀

@user-tb2zc8du3y

Ай бұрын

I loved your comment. I too bought some off grid property in CO. We plan to build a house there too, good luck as well in living out your dreams. You can do this!

@kathyhays9819

Ай бұрын

Hope you are doing better

@ironwoof5329

Ай бұрын

Amen well said ❤

@grantdavis5992

Ай бұрын

I will be 75 in July and I am preparing to be able to travel more. Because eyes are crucial to this lifestyle, I would suggest taking a good eye supplement containing Lutein. When my father was in his 80's he had dry Macular Degeneration and his optometrist (not his expensive ophthalmologist) suggested that he take Occivite (for the Lutein). It reversed his Macular Degeneration and he drove until he was 97. I also take 5 grams daily of Vitamin C to protect my heart, back, joints, and to prevent osteoporosis. Supplemental Iodine (drops of Lugol's Iodine) keeps energy up (happy thyroid) and reduces risk of cancer. My first period on the road was a 1959 Chevy Viking 60 schoolbus I lived in in 1980. Over the years I drove it coast to coast a few times and spent a week between Lakeview Oregon and Winnemucca Nevada changing an engine and transmission by the side of the road. I have the great advantage of being a mechanic and electronics technician and welder, so I can handle most anything which comes along. When I travel in my Tacoma, I always have lots of tools and help those I can along the way. Safe travels to you all.

@mozartboll

Ай бұрын

Yes! Totally agree. I'm buying my van this fall, building it myself. Haven't got a clue, more than I'm doing it no matter what. Just want to own my life. Good luck🍃🌳

When we sold everything and left the house… the first night in the van everything went wrong. Our brand new screen tent broke in the crazy storm we had to endure. It was freezing cold ( may15) and we couldn’t leave the van. Got a flat tire… no tire iron to change it…We looked at each other wondering if we had made the biggest mistake of our lives. But we made it work, we moved, it got warmer and we learned a ton in the first few weeks. Narrowly missing a divorce in the process hahaha. It made us stronger. After 4 months in the van and a tent we saved enough cash to buy our RV outright….and the real adventure began there. Thanks for another great video😘

Thank you, Linnea for those encouraging words. I’m an older woman in her 50’s and have wanted to be a nomadic traveler for some time. I’m one of those that chooses comfort over new and scary activities. But I’m not happy. Waited for some sign, some encouragement to step out of my comfort zone. Your encouragement just may help this older lady live the life I believe I was meant to live. Haven’t stepped out of my comfort zone yet, but I’m willing to take a step towards it. Just wanted to thank you for your wonderful videos. It means to so many of us.

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

This is wonderful to read ❤️ I know it will be hard, but I am so proud of you for getting to the point where you can truly step into what you really want. You got this!!

@debberkebile4396

Ай бұрын

Go for it! At 65 I am loving the part time and will retire next year and be on the road for most of the year.

@ironwoof5329

Ай бұрын

50? You are not old 💖 I'll be 65 this year !

@tobymeade3222

Ай бұрын

And your not old either,I'll be 70 yrs.,& I see people in70s,80s still walking around, traveling, camping in their Vans,RVs& doing life every Day!🌟🇺🇸👍🤞✌️👌🌞🌻🤩🙏🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

@latifaagius39

Ай бұрын

I'm 62. Did my build with help 4 years ago. Simplifying is freeing. I have so many comforts, more cooking things & clothes than I need. 80 books! What more does a human need??

Something I never expected but somehow became the biggest hardship in vanlife for me was life on the road with the WRONG person. Your travel partner can really make or break the whole thing. After getting my own rig and literally building what I still consider to be my first home, it’s shocking how much homesickness you can have for your van and the lifestyle. I know that my chapter in vanlife is over, married and a first child on the way, homeowner with my 2 seater van old van just collecting dust in the driveway waiting for its new home. Moving on is bittersweet and probably the biggest shock about vanlife. How much you might miss it when it’s over.

@LilyGazou

29 күн бұрын

Congrats on the child. You can still go camping someday.

Starting year 5 in my self built Promaster. Could not be happier. Thank you so much for this video. I also run a BLUETTI ac300 with two batteries. Runs my gaming system with ease

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Awesome! Great use for it!

Solo, older female w younger puppy having my van built. Did this as a teenager but more for trips here and there weeks at a time. This time I go against all who warn me not to due to age!! If not now, when? Am I too old for adventure my way? I say no!! Do it your way!! I will have a few more comforts in my build because I think it will help me enjoy the road in my situation. We are indeed all different. I think the 1 tie that connects us all is the thirst for LIFE!! I hope to meet someday!!

@libbygardner3021

Ай бұрын

I am 70, mildly disabled, and very low income. My choice was nomad life in my 18 yo minivan, or a subsidized senior studio apartment somewhere else (sf bay is too expensive). No contest! There’s a lot of countryside out there to explore, even if I can’t hike as far as I’d like or climb rocks anymore. After 10 months full time, outlying in southern CA, I love it! I’d hate to live in stix and brix again.

@LCLand

Ай бұрын

What comforts? 😃

I love how you've included others in this video. It brings such an expansion to why we've been following you and it's so inspirational. It just brings in a different type of feeling that I think all of your followers can relate to. I hope it continues. Much love and so ready to follow your homesteading adventures. Your videos help me realize the beauty in the world when I can't reach it. Love your videos so much. I know how hard it can be for you but we love you. Thank you for sharing all your hard work.

I am 64 years old woman and live in the Netherlands. For years I have been dreaming of a campervan and save everything I can for it. I am very handy and want to build it myself, have kept all your videos of the building because you give a lot of useful tips, You've inspired me beyond belief. I have deep respect for you how you made everything and how tough you are.

I'm moving in my Honda Element this summer and could not have listened a better video to pump me up ! ❤

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Awesome! So stoked for you!

@LilyGazou

29 күн бұрын

Great car for travel!!!

I really enjoyed this video. I like watching you fix and update things in your van. The comments from other van lifers interspersed with your projects was a great way to present the subject of van life. Your videos keep getting better!

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Thank you!

When you let go of control, life offers amazing things just when you need them. 4.5 years into fulltime vanlife in the Toronto area, and that is the most surprising and humbling thing I've learned.

@kimsnow9940

26 күн бұрын

Im from oshawa and gonna sell my house and do van life. Who do u recommend to do a van build in this area?

You know how much you love your dog when he gets to roll around in your clean sheets!!😂😂😂

I’m so glad you admit to “losing stuff” in a vehicle, drives me nuts. Lol

@keltait

Ай бұрын

omg, always

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

There's not much space to lose stuff, but somehow it keeps happening! lol

@GrantSR

Ай бұрын

I used to lose stuff in my minivan! In a minivan, you often need to squirrel things away..... somewhere. You can rarely have a single place where all X, and only X is stored. So then the question becomes, "Which possible X location did I stash this particular X Thing?"

@JLTravels

29 күн бұрын

Drives me crazy too - then, I take a deep breath & remind myself that it will show up cause it can’t go anyway but in my van. 🚐 😂

Love the insights on #vanlife from your viewers! I've been living the van life for 5+ years and I can't disagree with any point in this video. Great content, thanks!

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Thank you!

I am so thankful I met you when I did several years ago. You have inspired me to step outside my comfort zone. I have been a full time RV’er for a year now. I am a creator and I make many things, jewelry is what I make the most. I live in a campground in a travel trailer half the year and the rest of the year I take my RV around the country. My RV is about to go to my cousins for many repairs. I hope I am able to be involved with the repairs. You have been a big inspiration in my life. I am grateful to have met you along my travels. I wish you the best with all your adventures.

Thank you! That was great! I just started the nomad life 4 days ago! It’s even better than I could have imagined!

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Welcome! That's amazing! I'm so stoked for you!

We've texted several times. Thank you for always being uplifting and sharing your wonderful life with us. Being sick I can't do all the wonderful things I see you do it seriously helps me feel better. Thank you again!! Give akela hugs🐾

I think that this has got to be one of my most favorite videos of yours. With the helpful and inspiring comments from others you put in, to some of your own wisdom you had to share, this was one of the best I’ve watched and made my day much better. I always get so excited when I see that you have a new video and just love hearing about all the tips and advice and experiences you have to share.🧡Thank you Linnea!

I’ve been in such a rut recently and this video and everyone’s words have helped and given me a little push to keep kicking and get back into the realm of things

@Linneaandakela

11 күн бұрын

Aw I'm so glad! You've got this!

I love how you put clean sheets on your bed and your dog loved rolling all over them. So cute. Thank you for your wisdom and guidance in regard to van life. I wondered about a few things and you answered them for me. Thanks again.

I love all your videos, but this one resonated with me SO MUCH. So much great advice and wisdom from those on the road, or now off the road. After just a month in, my hopes, dreams, and plans have all been shaken by unexpected repairs/worries/timing and this is such a great reminder to slow down and really think about what’s next💕

loving my boondocking life. kinda hard in Long Beach CA, but only one ticket in 4 months so I think we have nailed it.

You can use window sash latches (the type that go on wooden window frames) to keep those drawers shut.

Your attitude and laugh is so refreshing..

Been following along since the very beginning. I love to see how you’re updating and using the garage and other spaces in the van now. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again but your editing skills continue to blow me away-especially to see where you started. Keep up the great vids! I never miss a video

Thank you for sharing. You and Akela, Elsa and Barron, Vancity Vanlife, Eamon & Bec, and a number of others were my inspiration when I was looking for a change. Initially, I was considering building a tiny house then COVID hit and I spent most of 2020 trapped in my s&b like pretty much everyone else. In August of 2020 I found the van I wanted but had to wait to build up enough cash to purchase it. I picked up my van December 22, 2020 and moved into her full time May 1, 2021. Nearly three years, both myself and my cat are still in love with this lifestyle. it's not all easy breezy, sunshine and rainbows but the freedom is well worth the small discomforts. Anyway, I appreciate you sharing your adventures. You continue to be an inspiration..

Thank you for sharing. I wish you safe travels and much joy in your adventures. Blessings.

I have watched several van/travel videos. This is one of the most beautiful, and inspirational ones I have ever enjoyed. The advice and style of this mixed together was truly incredible. I sent it to my son and hope it inspires him too. Thank you Linnea

Good for you. I have been on the road in my van since July 2023. Just me and my 13 year old cat. We have had many adventures already, and I look forward to many more. We have seen some beautiful places and have met some very nice folks along the way, and a few a-holes but, that's life. I wish you safe travels.

Hi Linnea, The authenticity you bring to adventure traveling portrays realism with an openhearted mindset. The truth is, with my newly aquired empty nester lifestyle along with my relentless desire for traveling and the outdoors, I would start some type of Van Life in a heartbeat 💓. Maybe one day soon, I'll see you out there, but for now, at least, I get to live vicariously through you. Happy Travels!

I loved this video and enjoyed the comments. Well done! I'm preparing for the nomad life and look forward to getting out there and getting messy. Your words are comforting and encouraging. Thank you.

Good for you. Keep enjoying your adventures.

A thought on drawers that slide out with every left turn...get screen door latches. The simple, easy and cheap fix would be like a little hoop similiar to a cup hook that you can screw into the frame beside the drawers. Then 3 little screw down "L" shape hooks that go into the hoop. Total cost under $10. Just have to hook them up for driving. Love your advice and transparency. Soon to launch my nomad journey at age 68.

Such a great, informative, soulful video. Learned/reminded: face fears, get out of your comfort zone, have a plan but go with the flow, take time for yourself, follow your heart even when others don’t share your vision, trust your gut if you feel unsafe. All good things and the stuff of life. Love to you and Akela ❤

I am finishing grad school and now have grown children. Suddenly, I felt trapped and ready to leave without a destination. This is what I want to do! I miss being connected to nature.

@mandymorgan1324

13 күн бұрын

Go!!!! 😊

Gotta agree with the consensous Linnea! truly an incredbile video, I wish there was more to call that piece of art I just saw. Sharing your life in an incredible way. I realllllly enjoyed it! thanks for doing what you do, and doing it really, really well!

I've loved your content for awhile now...but your content lately has been absolutely amazing. ❤

This video was like hanging out with a good friend (or a granddaughter in this case;) while they did a couple chores & I drank coffee. I didn’t want it to end. Great video, Linnea!! Thank you so much for taking us along. Love & Blessings till next time! ❤️🙏🏻

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Ahh I love that!! Cheers (with coffee mugs!) Have the best day!

Cool setup. Thanks for sharing!

Everything incorporated in this video was inspiring. Well done and so peaceful.

I really loved this video. It’s so timely based on what I’m going through so thank you.

The amount of people who go a lifetime never truly knowing who they are. Cherish the gift of the journey. And make sure to enjoy the self discovery.

Outstanding video !! One of your best. Many great perspectives about your lifestyle. Thank you.

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

One of my favorite van life videos EVER !

Great video!!! Thank you for sharing!!! Very encouraging!!!!✌️❤️ & Safety with Blessings!!!

I want some of your pottery coffee cups. When will you sell them? Just LOVE the ones I've seen. Can't believe I've been following your travels since you started building out the van 4 yrs ago. Gosh, time flys. Love your videos. You have become a professional videographer.

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Aw thank you so much! I'm just selling my mugs to my Patreons for now but the hope is to have a larger selection once I build my own little pottery studio! Here is a link if you feel inspired to join, no pressure as I will be making more available in time 😊 www.patreon.com/linneaandakela

I love you, you're so inspiring. I just like being in your energy even though I'm not living in a traveling home myself. Your message in this video is applicable to EVERYONE!! And really helpful for me personally as I'm working on creating my own entrepreneurial business.

Your van is so cosy, like a small wood hut. To live your life to the beat of your own dreams and to literally say how happy you are... you have achieved as a harmonious human. Happiness is illusive to many yet a goal to all. Well done and thank you for sharing your gift 🙏

Great video Linnea, your a great inspiration to many people, my husband and I would also love to travel and be on the road, but we are just so nervous too. Watching you over the last year has inspired us both to try something new

@debberkebile4396

Ай бұрын

@saboroskie3 she's been an amazing inspiration to me. A 65 solo van traveler. She taught me through her videos how to put lights in my van.

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

That's so cool - thank you for sharing!

@debberkebile4396

Ай бұрын

@@Linneaandakela you’re so welcome! This video was so well made and so informative. I set off for a few more adventures this year in the van and then scheduled to retire next year and travel a whole lot more. Thank you for your wisdom, truth and so much love you give to your channel. Keep inspiring! ❤️❤️

Amazing video! Story and style both great!

Great video with good advice! Thanks for sharing ❤

Beautiful words of advice from many! I admire your devotion to”getting it done” something we all need

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Linnea this video is the first one I have watched of yours. I felt compelled to comment because I wanted to be sure you aware of how you have impacted lives in such a beautiful way, many truths being revealed. Great Job ❤. Light, Love and blessings to you and Akela. Safe travels. 😊

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

That is so nice of you to say. Thank you for taking the time to send this message! 💛

Great video! I just bought a van and you’ve given me a lot to think about. And I like how you mixed your fixing up the van with all the comments and thoughts. Thank you!

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Thank you!

Your courage is contangoes. See you on the road, Godspeed!

Such a beautiful end to this vlog. Thank-you.

Love your videos. Inspiring~~ Linnea ~ Thank you !

Great video. Even loved the Blue Yetti advertisement. Was very well integrated and if I do can life it looks like a great option. The stories of others was such a good idea. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏾.

I absolutely love this, thank you so much for sharing. I am considering this lifestyle in the future. This video was really helpful!

Thank you for your video!! I loved it!!

I needed this video!!

What a creative and thoughtful video. I loved your narration of other peoples experience pertaining to Van Life. The music was spot on and I'd love the drone shots. This video just seemed so different and really touched me.

@Linneaandakela

25 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!

I just moved into my van and have been here for a month full time. I super relate to this. Thank you.

@LilyGazou

29 күн бұрын

The beginning is the hardest.

Great vlog. Loved this 🙂🚐

Hello Linnea, I have just seen your video for the first time here in Germany, hi from Germany 👋 You are an inspiration, and thank you for your videos! Good to see that you are not alone, having your two best friends with you! I love the outdoors and Freedom is a precious gift! Wish you and your two friends all the best ❤! Have a great day!😉 👍

@Linneaandakela

25 күн бұрын

Aw thank you so much, Michael.

The advice of everyone was soooo good!

Im about to be 50. My 3kids r grown only 1(30yrs). Im putting my 3bdrm up for sale next spring.Lived here 27yrs. Hopefully will be able to make 500k off it. I am gonna do van life. I want to travel so bad. Ive nvr been outside Canada.

@CarportCarl

26 күн бұрын

Yes, get out now before Trudeau makes it a commie dictatorship

Amazing. Thank you Linnea :)

The feeling of freedom that comes with this lifestyle is so profound words cannot describe it. You just have to do it. I spent 1 month living in my van in my home city. Then another 4 months in Mexico. I was more scared in my home city than the foreign country. Figure it out as you go. Have a general idea of what you want and let the adventure and experience dictate what you need. I (like you Linnea) prefer less. I have a low top and a queen size fixed bed. I like that my van doesn't feel like an apartment on wheels. I like pulling the cooking stuff out and putting it away again. Anyway, we all find our fit. Love the video!

Oh gosh! I just really enjoyed this share of yours. It was beautifully put together, honestly. On every level...thank you sooooo much ❤

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Thank you!

Loe this. Beautiful, honest, and encouraging.

Beautiful video. Thank you.

love love loved this video!! sooo informative with lots of great advice and so expansive; thank you for doing this 🌅

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Thanks for sharing your beautiful story... and the floor looks much better now 😉😄

❤Loved It❤ This was a great watch. Challenges aside, you seem very happy with your choices. Peace of Mind is INVALUABLE. 🙏🏾

One of my Top 5 fave posts of yours. Very relatable. Very inspiring. Keep doing you!

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Thank you!

Great vid. Very informative.

Loved the video! Thank you

Thank you for the always beautiful and genuine content! Happy spring and summer to you and akela ⭐️☀️

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Same to you!

Thanks for shareing your wisdom.

Great video. Loved the format. Good job.

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Thank you!

Thanks, Linnea, to share your deep journey! 🙏

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Absolutely :)

Wow. Nicely done, Linnea. I started following you during your build. Doesn't feel like it's been 4 years, though. This one is up there with my favorites. Thank you!

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much for following along all this time!

Very helpful and I liked how you edited your videos.

I love all your videos, but this one really resonated with me. Thank you so much for sharing!

@Linneaandakela

Ай бұрын

I'm so glad!

I just want to say..... Thank you young lady, for being a very good role model for the women coming up today. I've been watching you for awhile and must say that you have made me so proud so many times as you have today. Your very straight forward looking at life is admirable and will help so many people I feel. But as a young woman, you give me hope for others. I wish I'd had your advice when I was 20. At now 64, I can say I've seen much and regret much. Not having a person to advise or share their life trials with is regrettable. Everyone can use advice in their life. Thank you for all you do and in sharing so much with us all. I truly enjoy your video's very much. Blessings to you and Akela 🙏🕊🙏🕊🫰💜💜