Van Life: At 55 She Met "Darkest Night Of Her Soul" And Changed Her Life

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#vanlife, #rvliving,#solofemalevanlife, #gloriouslifeonwheels,
Have you ever looked at your life and decided your present wasn't what you wanted for your future? The part time senior solo female van life enthusiast in this video, Lulu, did just that and drastically changed her life. Included in that life change was a diy minivan conversion that allowed her to use her imagination to create a tiny house on wheels that best suits her needs.
In this video Lulu shares some of the details about her decision to build out her tiny home minivan. In a follow up video coming out in a few days I will do a tour of Lulu's minivan. She constructed a brilliant diy budgrt refrigerator that I know many folks out their are going to duplicate. When I saw it all I could think was, "Now why didn't I ever think of that when I was buying ice and dealing with soggy food when I first started traveling in my van before it was builtout!!" If you have a brilliant idea for a refrigerator or any other item in a diy build do share it in the comments.

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  • @barbarabuford5795
    @barbarabuford5795 Жыл бұрын

    So glad she's living her best life now! I'm 71. I don't have a van, nor the money to purchase an RV, and wishing to win PCH is getting old, ha. ☺️ I sometimes get so tired of the demands on my life, just want to escape! She is encouraging me to do so, just a few days a week- from babysitting grandkids, taking people to work, running neighbors to the store, and listening to my sister's loud TV, etc. Headaches. I just want some precious me time alone, even if it's in my tiny Nissan Versa Note! I can see myself in my car at an RV park/ Resort. Will need to get a few things though. EX: A cassette potty, foldable 4" memory foam bedding, 1 or 2 burner electric eyes, a tiny microwave oven, some type of black out window screens, saw a 23 qt fridge on sale, and a jackery with Solar Panels, 200- 500 Watts etc, But DOABLE! YES, I'm getting excited, I Believe I Can Do It Too! 👍

  • @barbarabuford5795

    @barbarabuford5795

    Жыл бұрын

    (Lulu, I'm wanting to do this without going into debt, purchasing a larger vehicle.). Alecia Renee, from The Adventures if Fox and Miles said she did it in her Prius at one point, but she previously had an RV too!

  • @alisonbarratt3772

    @alisonbarratt3772

    Жыл бұрын

    Sounds to me like u are a people pleaser.i hope u soon learn to say NO.SAY I need some space. I need sometime alone..and "pretend I am away,what would u do then,?"

  • @vivettek4104

    @vivettek4104

    Жыл бұрын

    you go girl!!! :😊 💃O'lay 😘

  • @thegreensun4944

    @thegreensun4944

    Жыл бұрын

    DO IT!!!!! DO IT WHILE YOU ARE STILL MOBILE AND WELL AND A L I V E! Next thing you know, you’re 96 and regretting NOT DOING IT and wishing you did but no longer can…. Do it before THAT. I’m rooting for you!! I also want to travel but the world and it shall happen soon! The euphoria you’ll feel….. and the true f r e e d o m you’ll experience… 😌

  • @user-ml4ps5cq3v

    @user-ml4ps5cq3v

    Жыл бұрын

    Watch nomadland

  • @nmartin5551
    @nmartin55519 ай бұрын

    I love it that this woman took a look and decided that her lifestyle was NOT what she wanted for her future, and she did something about it!! Thank you so much for sharing her!!

  • @juliahfl
    @juliahfl Жыл бұрын

    I'm 55 and yeh, it's dark in my soul right now. I have chronic health issues and don't see any real options, though I could probably take the seats out of my old Jeep Grand Cherokee and camp outside Walmart. This was inspiring. Going into my prayer closet now as I know God can make a way before I implode internally.

  • @myrtleesther8855
    @myrtleesther8855 Жыл бұрын

    I met the darkest night of my soul and Jesus changed my life delivered me from addictions and more.. I don't even feel like the same person. Still on a journey and the road is narrow but leads to life.

  • @peggygilbertsen9099
    @peggygilbertsen9099 Жыл бұрын

    Gotta love Lulu. She’s as authentic as can be.

  • @cindi7955
    @cindi7955 Жыл бұрын

    Lulu is just lovely and you do such wonderful interviews, Carol. I think that is why people open up and share their hearts with you. So thankful she had her darkest night so she could get to her best self. God bless her.

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Cindi. I think the people I interview realize that I am truly interested in their stories. Everyone has a story, some dramatic, some not so much but all are genuine and worth telling.

  • @cindi7955

    @cindi7955

    Жыл бұрын

    @@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 Yes they are and so interesting, also. Godspeed, Carol.

  • @sylvialmartel
    @sylvialmartel Жыл бұрын

    Lulu is a women after my own heat, I am a single senior female age 73 and this is what I want to do also. I have also made drasctic changes in my life style living on a fixed income, what I eat etc. Go Lulu, may God always bless you as you have blessed me with your story, and you as well Gloria ♥

  • @jobabs
    @jobabs Жыл бұрын

    Lulu is so much fun, her new KZread channel has really taken off. I really like how she prepares her food and how she’s shared her eating plan.

  • @debbieschmidling8158

    @debbieschmidling8158

    Жыл бұрын

    Enjoying Lulu’s updates almost daily! She is awesome! ❤❤

  • @ShadyPastel

    @ShadyPastel

    Жыл бұрын

    Yup I'm a big Lulu fan. Her positive outlook on life is so inspirational.

  • @gardengirl694

    @gardengirl694

    8 ай бұрын

    What’s her channel

  • @jobabs

    @jobabs

    8 ай бұрын

    @@gardengirl694 it’s Lulu’s Way.

  • @amiralions2681
    @amiralions2681 Жыл бұрын

    She's adorable, sweet and humble but I hope she will at least consider a high top for her posture as she ages. A shorty Ford or General Motors high top van does well in the city because they can park anywhere. She can go up to 20' in length and still roam most cities freely. She's brave and smart and I love that at now 63 she's out there roaming in a minivan, that is so BOSS!

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks. That is the word I was looking for, Boss!!😊

  • @carolyn6290

    @carolyn6290

    Жыл бұрын

    You got this girl!!! Great for you Lulu that you have changed your life around. God bless you.

  • @joanpettengill2758

    @joanpettengill2758

    Жыл бұрын

    So very inspiring and so happy she has found peace in her new life she created.🙌💕

  • @grumpyoldlady_rants

    @grumpyoldlady_rants

    Жыл бұрын

    She actually has just built out a Ram Promaster City van. Her YT channel is Lulu’s Way

  • @LauraLye61
    @LauraLye6128 күн бұрын

    This lady is a rare AWESOME caring role model!!! ❤❤❤

  • @An_Eclectic_Mind
    @An_Eclectic_Mind Жыл бұрын

    I love how she brings ups the, "Give and Take". My belief is, "Grass is never greener on the other side...it is just a different shade of green".

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Very true. Each oerson has to do what is best for their situation.

  • @raesradreset

    @raesradreset

    Ай бұрын

    yes! I caught that part too...

  • @hiddencreekgardensbethmcmi3720
    @hiddencreekgardensbethmcmi3720 Жыл бұрын

    I am 64 and single. I look into my future and I don't like what I see either.

  • @turnbullstravels735
    @turnbullstravels735 Жыл бұрын

    What a great line…met the darkest night of my soul. What strength of character she displays!

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    I loved that line too. So poetic but true. Not everyone has the insight and stamina to engage in self reflection and make the ensuing necessary changes. Lulu did and is indeed an example of a person with strength of character!

  • @blackcoffee.
    @blackcoffee. Жыл бұрын

    "How am I ever going to have another fun day as long as I live" . Love this comment!!

  • @peggygilbertsen9099
    @peggygilbertsen90993 ай бұрын

    I follow Lulu now. It’s funny to see her with dark hair. She’s a treasure , for sure. She can inspire others, so thank you.

  • @noreenn6976
    @noreenn6976 Жыл бұрын

    What a lovely woman, thank you for sharing her story.

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Lulu's self described transformation is so encouraging!

  • @Kiwiwanderer
    @Kiwiwanderer Жыл бұрын

    What a lovely lady. I love her comment on not wanting to eat out, she likes to cook all her food. I’m doing the same.

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Cooking instead of eating out sure saves a lot of money.

  • @barbarabuford5795

    @barbarabuford5795

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm trying to do so too! It's helping me lose weight + exercising and drinking more water. Last year I weighed my highest, 194.5 lbs. Today I weigh 178 lbs! (I'm 5'6" or 5'5" height. at 71 years young! ☺️

  • @Kiwiwanderer

    @Kiwiwanderer

    Жыл бұрын

    @@barbarabuford5795 fantastic - well done !! Yes I focus on more water, more veggies. My sleep isn’t the best so I’m trying to get better sleep which helps with not over eating.

  • @transittrekker9996
    @transittrekker9996 Жыл бұрын

    Yay! Lulu is awesome!

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes she is!!🙂

  • @adventurousspirit6628
    @adventurousspirit6628 Жыл бұрын

    Good for Lulu having the courage to change her life! Carol, I love these interviews they reinforce how I feel being a woman in her 60's. It's up to us to choose happiness and we must all find what makes us genuinely happy. Sending love and light to Lulu.

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    You are so right Pam. We have the choice to choose happiness or not. I believe we are so blessed to be in our 60s now with so many options that were not readily available to women of past generations. We don't have to comply with anyone else's expectations.

  • @bakerluegrante1804

    @bakerluegrante1804

    Жыл бұрын

    You are sooo right. Happiness is a choice.

  • @davisholman8149

    @davisholman8149

    Жыл бұрын

    @@bakerluegrante1804 I wish I could get her to talk with my son - he is struggling with alcohol also. It is a genetic thing on both sides of the family.😞

  • @kennethbailey9853
    @kennethbailey9853 Жыл бұрын

    My Favorite Lady. 🙂

  • @thelwell256
    @thelwell256 Жыл бұрын

    What an honest lady. I feel a lot of us women as we get older are looking for adventure and life, nature etc. I FEEL IT AND AM GOING TO CHANGE MY LIFESTYLE SOON TO AND GO OFF GRID.

  • @mythicalnomadadventure969
    @mythicalnomadadventure969 Жыл бұрын

    Lulu has so much clarity. Rock on 😀, thanks for posting.

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    It really was my pleasure interviewing Lulu and sharing her story🙂

  • @kimberlydavis5034
    @kimberlydavis5034 Жыл бұрын

    You're an inspiration for a lot of women. You made my evening with your story. I want to be able to do something similar. I've been praying for direction and purpose in my own personal life. There's some places I want to see before I die.

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    There's power in the tongue and your thoughts Kimberly. I truly believe in positive and consistent daily affirmations which in turn impact our thougjs and translate into actions. You can make your desires a reality.

  • @insightandintuition276

    @insightandintuition276

    Жыл бұрын

    Anyone here traveling through New York down south I’d love to have a travel partner at least for part of the trip. I’m going to leave in about 10 days or so God willing if all goes well. My first journey away from home since my husband died almost 6 years ago. pray God gives me the courage🙏🏻🦋

  • @davisholman8149

    @davisholman8149

    Жыл бұрын

    @@insightandintuition276 Virtual Hug - hope your trip is fun & safe.🙏🏼

  • @armandogarayuaborrero9162
    @armandogarayuaborrero9162 Жыл бұрын

    Lulú,there a lot of places that you can change the rooftop,and you can stepping up,check online

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    That is an option. It rums anywhere from around 5k to 10k at reputable shops.

  • @user-wb2yv7ll9d
    @user-wb2yv7ll9d5 ай бұрын

    I Love Lulu, she's inspiring. She has her own KZread channel now, Lulu's Way. ❤

  • @lesliehunter1823
    @lesliehunter1823 Жыл бұрын

    A caravan is a brilliant choice because it is ubiquitous and somewhat affordable. High tops cost a fortune.

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Home On Wheels Alliance ( H.O.W.A. ) has women's caravans too. You can check their website

  • @karjurassic8364
    @karjurassic8364 Жыл бұрын

    She’s a rock star! 👍 ✌🏻💕

  • @franklinstephen3268

    @franklinstephen3268

    Жыл бұрын

    Hello 👋 how are you doing?

  • @ReplayFan562
    @ReplayFan562 Жыл бұрын

    What a great story! Bravo to her for going for following through to sever ties with alcohol, smoking and selecting healthier food choices. Very inspiring. I lost a Dear friend to alcoholism. It was so painful to witness her downward health journey and ultimately losing her in the end. Thank you for being so open to share. Take care

  • @janetkoball44
    @janetkoball44 Жыл бұрын

    Lulu is someone I'd like to be like if I were younger. Time seems to pass by and if a person doesn't persue what we really want to do, then we can find ourself just barely living. We have to sometimes just stand up and do what we really think we would enjoy in life or life will just drift away. Age has slowed me down like I didn't know it could. But Lulu shows us to get up and get doing. Thanks for an incouragment to do so. Thanks Carol for taking the time to do what you do. From Central Oklahoma

  • @tammieparrishmiller3669
    @tammieparrishmiller3669 Жыл бұрын

    I'm in tears right now, and I don't want to be a downer. I lost one of my dearest friends since we were 15 and she couldn't beat that alcohol. She was 57 when she fell off her parent's steps onto a concrete pad, head first and never woke up. Her brother passed of the same disease not a week before she did. She always wanted to travel with me. I'm almost finished with my van. I am so very happy for you Lulu to have made it to this point! The stars were aligned and waiting for you to reach out and grab them! I hope I see you out there!

  • @tammieparrishmiller3669

    @tammieparrishmiller3669

    Жыл бұрын

    @Lulu Lulu Thank you so much. I only just saw your reply. She was tired and ready to go. I wish it wouldn't have been like it was. Unfortunately, we don't get to pick the way we pass in most cases.

  • @margarethutchens5463
    @margarethutchens5463 Жыл бұрын

    What a wonderful story of finding your true self. It's never too late.

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    It really is never too late. I am still discovering my true self at soon to be 70!!

  • @leawade8663
    @leawade8663 Жыл бұрын

    Wonderful interview. Lulu is charming. I'm 70 and built out my Promaster City van in 2018. It's tiny, but like Lulu, I feel very comfortable: it's a bit like being in a cocoon. I've traveled all over the USA. Happy trails Lulu, I hope to meet down the road sometime.

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    What a great story you must have of all your adventures. Hope to meet you down the road one day😊

  • @rustythecat2163
    @rustythecat21636 ай бұрын

    Lulu is an incredible women. Thank you for sharing her journey with us. May God bless her and keep you each and every day. And, thank you Carol for gentle kindness when conducting the interview. You are incredible too…….!

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much. Lulu now has a channel. Lulu's Way. Go check her out and let her know I sent you over😊

  • @skapunkoialternativeliving6522
    @skapunkoialternativeliving6522 Жыл бұрын

    This lady is smart I agree with that that's what I would do don't sell the house or if you do downsize to a smaller house and if possible rent it out to your family members they make money on it while you live out of your van and travel and when you come back you have your base which is your house you're so full time but you can travel more and forth especially when you're retired you have all that freedom instead of staying in the house like normal people do you can travel after your camper van for months and months and then come back to your base whenever you feel like it..

  • @joselito7776

    @joselito7776

    Жыл бұрын

    Your post could use a couple of periods.

  • @denisekenney6436

    @denisekenney6436

    Жыл бұрын

    @@joselito7776 Ohhh shut up! No one cares about it but apparently you! Move along seems to be one like you on every video… ewww 🦇

  • @joselito7776

    @joselito7776

    Жыл бұрын

    @@denisekenney6436, it seems you can use some lessons in punctuation too.

  • @donnadiesburg7451

    @donnadiesburg7451

    Жыл бұрын

    Great idea!

  • @afterthestorm9355
    @afterthestorm9355 Жыл бұрын

    The National Park tour sounds incredible!!

  • @franklinstephen3268

    @franklinstephen3268

    Жыл бұрын

    Hello 👋 how are you doing?

  • @annisechetelat9026
    @annisechetelat9026 Жыл бұрын

    I bought an old trashed winnebago 2 years ago and sat it on top of a hill on my sons Arizona land. I ended up having total hysterectomy to get rid of endometrial cancer. My son was going to gut it and make it my tiny home that's off grid. I decided to move away since I didn't feel good. Now, I'm 67, lady thinking about getting it fixed up with everything I need to survive. I want to get it finished in a years time being my son works and can only work on it after work. The issue is that I dont have a lot of strength and feel lethargic most days. I'm wanting to not deal with landlords anymore. I'm a little worried that I am too old. Do you or any single senior ladies have any words of encouragement for my adventure. Hot summers, cold winters, beautiful sunsets and sun rises, healthy air to breath and a lot of privacy and a lot of lone time with my dog, a son that might live with me and my son who lives over the hill. Please let me know if there are groups or chat with like minded crazy ladies! Thank you. Annise C.

  • @davidjeffries47
    @davidjeffries47 Жыл бұрын

    Very good interview!

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you David. I love hearing and telling the stories of interesting people and how they made and make decision about how they want to live, especially as they get older. There are so many options our parents didn't have or realize were available.

  • @sjordan7085
    @sjordan7085 Жыл бұрын

    Mindfully reinventing our lives for any reason or none, can be a very positive act. Lulu is great, I enjoy her a lot.

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Lulu truly.is an example.of someone deciding to and effectively changing their life!

  • @amywoodworth2275
    @amywoodworth2275 Жыл бұрын

    I picked right up on that Massachusetts accent. I love it!!!

  • @pC-zd4qj
    @pC-zd4qj Жыл бұрын

    What a woman and testimony!!!! I would love to learn more about the women taking a year to see the national parks!! But back to LuLu, she had great ideas and such an inspiration. Thank you for this interview!💗😊

  • @melaniesheppard778
    @melaniesheppard778 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Lulu xxx

  • @verlenefults2419
    @verlenefults241915 күн бұрын

    Love Lulu!

  • @FernWillis
    @FernWillis10 ай бұрын

    LuLlu looks so much younger and healthier recently. She got no stress.

  • @viveviveka2651
    @viveviveka2651 Жыл бұрын

    I really appreciated hearing about liking to have your own food, knife, utensils, bedding, etc. And how it's so much better that way than in hotels, etc. I feel exactly, exactly the same way. But I had never heard anyone put it into words so clearly, or at all for that matter. I guess I hadn't yet put it into words myself, so it made it specially interesting hearing it that way.

  • @lisachennault575
    @lisachennault575 Жыл бұрын

    What a strong amazing woman 😊thank you for sharing your story with us. Love this! ❤

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Lulu is indeed strong in mind and follow thru actions!!

  • @Locd4life707
    @Locd4life707 Жыл бұрын

    What an amazing testimony! Keep keeping on! 🙏

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Isn't it cool to hear stories from people who triumphed!!

  • @Locd4life707

    @Locd4life707

    Жыл бұрын

    @@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 Yes! ❤️🙏

  • @christinecook5762
    @christinecook5762 Жыл бұрын

    Lulu has a beautiful soul. She is so brave. I commend her for changing her life. She is a true inspiration to me!! Safe travels Lulu!

  • @hfortenberry
    @hfortenberry Жыл бұрын

    That’s brilliant how she’s using a freezer to make packs for a refrigerator!!

  • @sarashattuck4022
    @sarashattuck4022 Жыл бұрын

    Van life is actually really hard and expensive. Here in Oregon we have no affordable housing so it's glorified homelessness in our vehicles

  • @barbarabuford5795
    @barbarabuford5795 Жыл бұрын

    And Lulu, CONGRATS 👏 on your Sobriety! God Bless. ♥️

  • @jewelpotter6221
    @jewelpotter6221 Жыл бұрын

    Love your sweet spirit!!!

  • @rashkehof2458
    @rashkehof2458 Жыл бұрын

    This interview is done sooo good! And the smile of Lulu is beautiful! Her turning point was to feel and know: "I've had enough!" As a consequence of that, she stepped out of the (unconscious) victim mode and into the power and light we all are born with! YESSSSS!!!! :)

  • @rd6006
    @rd6006 Жыл бұрын

    Good for you! God bless you! 😘🙏🏻❤️🙋‍♂️

  • @candyalexander2196
    @candyalexander2196 Жыл бұрын

    Just WOW to stop smoking and alcohol and over eating she needs to write a book another great video

  • @karencastle6002
    @karencastle6002 Жыл бұрын

    She is a true blessing and so so happy to say is a new friend 💛 .

  • @VEWNZ
    @VEWNZ Жыл бұрын

    I REALLY enjoyed this interview SO much. Minivans are stealthy easy to park up pack up and go. 2 lovely ladies 🌺🏵🌼⚘🌻

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Minivans are practical in so many ways. Thanks so much for tuning in and commenting Virginia.

  • @patriciawashington8780
    @patriciawashington8780 Жыл бұрын

    I pray you are able to rest my friend, ❤love your videos

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Patricia. I can overdo it sometimes. Still working on maintaining a balance. I plan to take it easy and just travel between California and Arizona from now til the end of the year, unless a story comes up I can't resist🤣🤣🤣

  • @ironfirehorse
    @ironfirehorse Жыл бұрын

    This story does resonate with me, Carol. Except I don't have money or own a house lol but I do have my Dodge Caravan and I love it!! Really looking forward to the tour of her van 👍❤️⚔️🔥🐴

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    There are some beautiful Caravan builds out there. Lula's build has some really great storage ideas plus a fridge idea I have never seen before that I think is really brilliant. I think you will grt some ideas. Also, I have a tour coming out next week on a tiny cargo van that is very cool. So, stay tuned.

  • @cathyjay2569

    @cathyjay2569

    Жыл бұрын

    What a dear lady! I can certainly understand why you were drawn to her. Much like people are drawn to you! You bare your soul and aren’t afraid to be vulnerable, yet you’re tough as nails when you need to be! Love LuLu! Love you!❣️

  • @grumpyoldlady_rants
    @grumpyoldlady_rants Жыл бұрын

    What an awesome lady! I understand about socializing and alcohol. I don’t consume alcohol. It’s a personal choice, I just don’t like how my body reacts to it. At social gatherings, I could tell people around me, who were drinking, felt either uncomfortable or awkward around me.

  • @rustykatt3870
    @rustykatt3870 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, yes what a wonderful woman! I enjoyed hearing her story. Great job on the interview!!

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Rusty. Lulu's story really is inspiring.🙂

  • @veev2561
    @veev2561 Жыл бұрын

    How do you have such a classy look all thime,amazing,and such a positive attitude in the tough times?!

  • @michellesingleton8344
    @michellesingleton8344 Жыл бұрын

    Lulu looks peaceful 💖

  • @3generations393
    @3generations393 Жыл бұрын

    Lulu is delightful and singing my life's story. I can hardly wait to see her van and I didn't know you could have a swivel front seat in a minivan. 🙏🙏💞🤳😎

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    I see Lulu graciously addressed the swivel seat. I don't know if it is possible to have a swivel seat in a minivan. That is a great question!

  • @3generations393

    @3generations393

    Жыл бұрын

    @Lulu Lulu excellent idea. I have a 40lb elder dog who has never developed sea legs. She loves to ride shot gun and this set up would be great for her.

  • @lauragb3677
    @lauragb3677 Жыл бұрын

    What a story! Talk about creating an opportunity. Awesome. 💕

  • @MaryAmesMitchell
    @MaryAmesMitchell Жыл бұрын

    What a beautiful woman.

  • @YouAndMeLivingFree
    @YouAndMeLivingFree Жыл бұрын

    Lu Lu, HIII! Hi Carol! Good to see you both ❤

  • @skapunkoialternativeliving6522
    @skapunkoialternativeliving6522 Жыл бұрын

    This lady made a point and I couldn't more agree. especially as you get older in your sixties .l highly recommend you get a stand-up van or a high top van because as you get older you don't want to be crouched and bend down around in a minivan. because you will pay for that down the road with your knees and your body as you get older.. so I highly recommend you got to stand up van for your body who does van life so they can stand up and walk around and stretch themselves in their Vans if it's raining or snowy day you don't want to be in your van all day bending down or Crouch down you will pay for that on your body will pay for it down the road as you get old especially if you are tired that's just my advice really..

  • @menotme5560

    @menotme5560

    Жыл бұрын

    Totally agree. Being able to stand in a vehicle is my #1 must have.

  • @skapunkoialternativeliving6522

    @skapunkoialternativeliving6522

    Жыл бұрын

    @@menotme5560 so true not me you are so right that's why I couldn't stress that enough I see a doctor of older people do van life or do it for recreational use and that's cool as hell even have a camper trailer and but they haven't so small that they keep bending down remember we're not young anymore I'm in my 50s as well and my van is a high top as well and when you're young and a young kid you can band down all you like but that you get older your knees will start to give you trouble to avoid this don't give your pressure on your body like that so you absolutely right definitely get a stand-up van a high top or regular van that you can stand up in and walk around them especially if you live in your van full time I definitely recommend that or you will pay daily for it down the road especially as you get older..

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    It is indeed nice to be able to stand up. You do give up some of the stealthness. But, sometimes standing is more important.

  • @stroop3666
    @stroop3666 Жыл бұрын

    Love watching these videos, but I love my creature comforts more.

  • @inspiredtowander
    @inspiredtowander Жыл бұрын

    Lulu is so well spoken, and so are you Carol! I just love these interviews. I'm looking forward to that tour of her van.

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    I think Lulu really speaks for so many people if a certain ag3, female and male, who are taking a good hard look at their lives and saying this is not how I want tonlive the rest if my life. I admire Lulu's courage to be the change in her life.

  • @grumpyoldlady_rants
    @grumpyoldlady_rants6 ай бұрын

    I started following Lulu several months ago when KZread put one of her videos in my feed. She is such a fun and inspiring person!

  • @skapunkoialternativeliving6522
    @skapunkoialternativeliving6522 Жыл бұрын

    What I'm beginning to find out is a lot of people are starting to do what I do and live alternatively but live at the events part-time and have a base that's how I do it I wasn't have a base as a backup rather than just live at the van full time and not have no way to go if anything happens to my vehicle so it's always good to have a base that doesn't mean you're not evangela you just have a base to go back to if you choose to at any time.. as I do.. but my base is just a small room I rent as well as a base..

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    That is still a base Ska. It works for you and provides that back up plan if things get really crazy!

  • @Carmencita1464
    @Carmencita1464 Жыл бұрын

    Wow if she can do it anyone can try and see if it works for them too. She really enjoying it 🥰

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Lulu really is enjoying her life and all the positive changes she made. A shero for sure!

  • @TMHighisTrulyGreat
    @TMHighisTrulyGreat Жыл бұрын

    Wow! Amazing! Thank you for sharing and Congratulations on living the life of your Dreams!!!🎉🎉🎉

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    It is always so encouraging to see someone following their dreams. I think it gives us all hope.

  • @tikitiki7610
    @tikitiki7610 Жыл бұрын

    thank you, LULU!

  • @smoothieworld5706
    @smoothieworld5706 Жыл бұрын

    This actually a sign for me because lately I've been watching these videos and I need some time for myself and mind. Now to find this video I think this is really time to make a change

  • @willayeager5199
    @willayeager5199 Жыл бұрын

    Love the interview with Lulu Her story resonates with a lot of women . I had too gave up drinking and smoking.

  • @franklinstephen3268

    @franklinstephen3268

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi how are you doing?

  • @californiasun162
    @californiasun162 Жыл бұрын

    Love Lulu what a great person and story From Huntington Beach California

  • @juliahfl
    @juliahfl Жыл бұрын

    Oh wow, Lulu and I are so similar, down to disliking restaurants. I'm inspired.

  • @3generations393
    @3generations393 Жыл бұрын

    I'm commenting on the van tour here because it will not work under the tour video. Lulu is my idol-I am 65 and she is the only person that I wish to be like. I hope she has a channel or facebook or someway for us to stay in touch. I have given up the alcohol/cigarettes & weed but I am swelling up like a balloon. I have a van and my companion dog but terrified of going alone on the road. Looking for a mentor 🙏🙏🙏💞

  • @lynettelane916
    @lynettelane916 Жыл бұрын

    Lulu, thank you for saying that about food! I also eat a fairly regimented diet and I prepare all my food when I travel. So much better in my own rig than in a hotel! I'm looking forward to watching both you and Gloria on your channels!

  • @kaymerritt3694
    @kaymerritt3694 Жыл бұрын

    I'm right behind you there! Can't wait to hit the road!

  • @kandelinaanderson817
    @kandelinaanderson817 Жыл бұрын

    Your amazing good for you

  • @amariebfree5326
    @amariebfree532611 ай бұрын

    I'm having this life moment in my mid-40s. I don't smoke or drink, but I'm at a place in my life where I'm looking at what the next half of my life will look like. It can be unhealthy, possibly shorter, and limiting, or I can make some life changes. I also work from home and my kids grown up and moved out. I'm not ready for retirement but I'm thinking about being more free and adventurous.

  • @MaggieG70
    @MaggieG70 Жыл бұрын

    Great video Carol and Lulu. What is the name of that Facebook group that is taking a year off to visit every state park together? I would like to do that with a small group in a couple of years. I am taking care of health issues 2021-22. I had both knees replaced in the last 5 months, heart surgery, gall bladder surgery, etc. Like Lulu I need to lose 40 lbs and rebuilt my physical strength. I bought my high top Van February 2021, built it out and in March 2021 I collapsed at the park after a lovely 5 mile bike ride and I have been repeatedly in and out of the hospital ever since. Now I feel like I am on the verge of something big, something wonderful. I will be 70 in 2 years and Van life is my dream life. I have always wanted to experience the national parks. Lulu is so encouraging❤

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Wow Margie. You have been through a lot!! I believe too that you are in the edge of something amazing. The name of the Facebook group is Senior Women Vanlife. Also, thru Home On Wheels Alliance (H.O.W.A.) they have started the Women's Caravans again in Nevada and Arizona. You can checkout their website.

  • @suellenseariac4975
    @suellenseariac4975 Жыл бұрын

    Amazing love you gals 💓

  • @sharonreeves8213
    @sharonreeves8213 Жыл бұрын

    I love LuLu! She is a woman to be admired.

  • @annb2045
    @annb2045 Жыл бұрын

    I just found your channel and love it!

  • @banxious4nothing
    @banxious4nothing Жыл бұрын

    I know that MA accent😉 Great interview...

  • @billyjohnson9166
    @billyjohnson9166 Жыл бұрын

    What a great video

  • @Zoet50
    @Zoet50 Жыл бұрын

    Much respect for making the changes

  • @nancyhicks5326
    @nancyhicks5326 Жыл бұрын

    Great interview, thank you. What was the group of women planning to tour the National Parks in a year.?

  • @franklinstephen3268

    @franklinstephen3268

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi how are you doing?

  • @debblucher2513
    @debblucher2513 Жыл бұрын

    I totally resonate with her. Omg

  • @iroamalone6953
    @iroamalone6953 Жыл бұрын

    Great interview! First saw you, i believe, on Cheap RV, Bob's channel. Happy travels!

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks. Safe and happy travels to you as well.🙂

  • @lynpinto
    @lynpinto Жыл бұрын

    Gloria I love you and your channel. You have a very calming presence about yourself. If you ever come to Oceanside, California or Santa Fe, New Mexico please send me a message and we’ll go to lunch together. I live in Oceanside from Oct to April and then I live in Santa Fr from April to October. But I lived in a 32’ RV from 2008 to 2013 and I miss it.

  • @kavitadeva
    @kavitadeva Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for interviewing Lulu. I really resonated with her values and her sensibilities regarding traveling and living a very minimalistic life. and when she hit that breaking point of looking into her future that was really incredibly poignant. I look forward to the tour of her home and I think that would be awesome to get with a group of women and go to every national Park and take a year to do it sounds incredible. So again thank you for a very rich joyful interview and have a beautiful day.

  • @martykong3592
    @martykong3592 Жыл бұрын

    :) WOW! Great share and MiniVan! Can't wait to see her tour and budget fridge!! THANKS MUCH and ALL THE BEST to BOTH of you! Cheers :)

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    Жыл бұрын

    I absolutely love Lulu's fridge solution. Can't wait to hear what you think of it!

  • @KSfan4ever
    @KSfan4ever3 ай бұрын

    2024 here and a big fan of Lulu's channel. Lulu looks much younger and happier in 2024.

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621

    3 ай бұрын

    She is now living her best life.😊

  • @OGDreamer
    @OGDreamer Жыл бұрын

    I had the same experience! Good for you!! Our stories are so similar 😊💙 thanks for sharing! Sobriety and weight loss got me off all meds.

  • @lindac7146
    @lindac7146 Жыл бұрын

    Glad Lulu is so happy with her choices.

  • @4everu984
    @4everu984 Жыл бұрын

    New sub!!!! Love this channel and Lulu, how inspiring in every way.

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