57 YEARS OLD AND 16 MONTHS OF FULL TIME VAN LIFE

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It’s been 16 months of living van life full time. This is a little recap of some of the things I’ve learned.
Don't ever forget . . . YOU'RE MAGIC . . .
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@stanw909 Жыл бұрын

I heard of an older single lady who asked her brother for a pair of his old size 12 work boots to put in the window or right outside on the mat to give the impression that a big man was inside.

@michaelwilliams5234 2 ай бұрын

Very intuitive

@User-yy6xt Ай бұрын

Most older woman I know get cameras for all around their house and they sleep like babies

@melizhamdan3411 29 күн бұрын

That’s a very good idea

@Godisfirst21 11 ай бұрын

I'm 50 and this is my first van life video I'm watching. I just decided that I want to do this. I'm an empty nester. Thanks for sharing.

@AdvanturesOver50 11 ай бұрын

You would love it! I hope you do it. Let me know and keep me updated on your van life journey. ❤️

@MeAndMyRoyalEnfield 4 ай бұрын

Go for it! I'm 68 years old and 34 months of full time motorcycle life 🥓🏍🏕 I don't regret one minute of it. Not even those cold days in my tent. I love the open road and the people it brings to me. Don't force it, go with the flow.

@Godisfirst21 4 ай бұрын

@@MeAndMyRoyalEnfield you are so alive. I'm so happy for you.

@MeAndMyRoyalEnfield 4 ай бұрын

@@Godisfirst21 I hated the thought of doing KZfaq, but my son pushed me into it. I hope as soon as you start embarking on this new journey you share the process with all of us. You will be surprised at the global support you might receive.

@rmh691 2 ай бұрын

So the gyms charges $18 for a shower?

@Dada-nu5rx Жыл бұрын

Seriously?!! You're 57?! You're so fit and you're so pretty! Take care always in your travels.

@TheOriginalCryptoPimp Жыл бұрын

She looks 57 too me....

@janeevans4758 Жыл бұрын

@@TheOriginalCryptoPimp 😂

@TheOriginalCryptoPimp Жыл бұрын

@@janeevans4758 she is attractive but she looks her age.

@sethpawlik Жыл бұрын

She doesn’t look a day over 56.😊

@angelchalmers3760 Жыл бұрын

I just saw this come up so clicked on it cause I was like how can she be almost 60

@newtonburr3123 12 күн бұрын

Can’t believe your 57! You look 30. You are one beautiful lady!

@dogtorphil 2 ай бұрын

Celebrating my 6th full time years on the adventure road!✌️🤙

@maryloufutej1037 19 күн бұрын

Good Morning! I am right there with you. I am 63, and if I could do this full time financially, I would in a heart beat!! God Bless You!

@macclark4112 11 күн бұрын

Let’s go I am buying

@jonryan5339 Жыл бұрын

I'm proud of you for taking that huge leap and showing others what Van life is all about. I wish you well in your travels.

@user-wc4uh4rl3z Жыл бұрын

Hippies n the homeless been doing it for years nothing new n without cell phones n tvs n restrooms to shower 🚿 in old vw vans n 1964 Ford all metal econoline vans no a/c

@dani_mack Жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing us around! I cracked a smile when I saw the Lululemon bag. It was the largest shopping bag I have, and it's the bag I designated to stealthily (hopefully) bring the pee jug from my composting toilet into gas stations or rest areas, etc to the ladies room. 😁 It's only been 2 months for me, and it feels like 13. I'm very lonesome and homesick, and I've got about 6 more weeks before I head home. I'm glad to know it gets better!

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Ha! It totally gets better! Hang in there. It gets easier the longer it is and then you won’t be able to get back on the road once you’re home 😁

@dani_mack Жыл бұрын

@@AdvanturesOver50 I'll be doing like you're doing and living in my hometown in the summer and fall, but in the van.

@popspops3795 Жыл бұрын

Hope all is well. That was a great video! You, very fluently, adequately, respectfully, thoughtfully, and gracefully, addressed extremely important points regarding loved ones' acceptance of ones' life choices. I was extremely pleasant and refreshing the balance between following one's calling and considering and addressing loved ones' concerns. Thank you for that perspective. You have a very good head on your shoulders, and your loved ones must be very proud of you. Congratulations to you and them. Cheers!

@neilredmond1011 Жыл бұрын

I can’t believe your 57 wow, your gorgeous whatever your doing girl it’s right !

@tammyinman1699 Жыл бұрын

Love your smile and overall joy in life💕 After the E Bike video I told my oldest son I need one when I have to move to his little city lol.

@_dewinther Жыл бұрын

Sweet, thank you for the update 😍💖💖💖

@newmoonrising5151 Жыл бұрын

You’re so positive and real. You make me smile. Keep on keeping on.❤️✌️

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Awwwww, thank you :-)

@joannejohnson7367 Жыл бұрын

You have done a beautiful job with reno’ing and decorating that van. It’s one of my faves (that I’ve seen on youtube)

@LaHayeSaint Жыл бұрын

Tracy -- Thank you for showing us around your van. Remember to include a smoke detector and infra-red motion detector for prowlers at night. Make sure your van is always pointing towards the exit in case of emergencies. Have a first aid bag containing aspirins, TCP, bandages, band aids (plasters in the UK), sore throat sweets, antibiotics (if you can get them), oil of cloves for toothache (use chlorhexidine mouthwash to mitigate dental caries). It is useful to have solar cell panels which can trickle charge your van battery if it becomes flat and it is sunny. The supply of potable water is critical. Van life is a challenge, but it is an adventure. It is nice to have a friend / partner with you who can help you. Lastly, you don't look 57. I see a younger, pretty woman.

@HammVan Жыл бұрын

25:32 thank you for saying that. My goal is to buy a van and live in during my sons college season and travel to his games. If he gets to start as a freshman or gets any playing time I want to be there. But I am nervous and your words resonated with me and made me feel better. Thank you. I am also hoping to chronicle the journey. You rock!!

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Christine! You've got this and you will love it! It does take a while to get in a groove, but, you'll get there for sure! Keep me updated and let me know how it's going!!!

@donmccormick4034 Жыл бұрын

You can also dump for free, as it can be at a state rest stop. There is also places in communities that you give a donation to. Google free dump sites and it will guide you to the closest one. I lived & traveled in a 35' RV for 3 years. Now, I'm living in an apartment , due to an event that disrupted my life. I might be back on the road!

@zakeemsworld6619 Жыл бұрын

What do you do for work

@lacygray524 3 ай бұрын

I cannot believe you ARE 57!!!! 😭😭 You look amazing. Completely sidetracked me!!! 😂😂 Love the video.

@AdvanturesOver50 3 ай бұрын

Ha! Thanks. I’m now 58 going to be 59 in October 😁

@christywallace7339 2 ай бұрын

@@AdvanturesOver50I'm jelly! You look great❤❤

@jameshurd4815 Жыл бұрын

We are not here for very long. You do whatever the he'll you want while you are here! Live and love to the fullest!! Peace and ❤️ from Montana!

@Emilycrochet Жыл бұрын

New subscriber, thanks for update. Recently disabled at 58. Been one Year seven months. Your living the dream and very fortunate. God bless.

@KlipschHead281 4 ай бұрын

I'm 59 and recently disabled, I feel for you, hopefully you'll be able to do something like she is doing. I have an RV but unable to use it until I heal.

@johnberry8117 Жыл бұрын

You go have fun you deserve to be happy and free and explore on your terms. I’m a truck driver out in ca. doing short hauls for W.M. And I love it. The country is such a glorious place to see! Good video.🎉😊

@wanderingoutyonder Жыл бұрын

Nice! Love hearing the adventures! The freedoms are fantastic! Keep making memories & adventure on! ~Karen & Shannon WOY

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@suzanneethier1450 10 ай бұрын

thank you for doing what your doing its my key too start

@milestoneroadsongs Жыл бұрын

Beautiful woman. Takes a lot of courage to do what you’re doing.

@benitakegler2476 Жыл бұрын

Came across your channel! I started watching love van life living. I started watching in March 2020 during the pandemic on Trent & Allie channel! I appreciate you sharing your van💜🙏🏽🦋

@user-sf5pb8vg6p 3 ай бұрын

I’m stuck in a dusty desert border town most days, so I really enjoy your adventurers . I can travel vicariously.

@cindyholt8870 Жыл бұрын

What a nice setup good for you girl , ❤️ I love watching these videos I learn so much and I really appreciate it, Thank you. Bet your having lots of fun with your adventures. God Bless 🌹❤️🤗

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thanks! He was so knowledgeable and I learned so much! I know it’s a longer video but I didn’t want to cut anything he said it was so good!💜

@rudyruedemann2334 Жыл бұрын

This came up in my KZfaq feed. I enjoyed your video. I really liked your candor about the good and not bad, but sometime difficult parts about being on the road. It's definitely more work than living in a home with a shower, toilet, running water, electricity, & a washer & dryer....... I find that being on the rode seeing other parts of the US & Canada is exciting and really recharges my batteries. I've met so many people along the way in my travels. I'm a part-time vanlifer, typically about 3 months a year in the Fall. I love the Fall colors. I live in the US Virgin Islands, so there's not a whole lot of road-tripping going on here!! The island I live on is 14 miles long. I can see myself doing a 50-50 split between the USVI and vanlife touring during the summer & fall. I too am 57yrs old. :@)

@bettyjorodgers8552 28 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@artbroadwater5745 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tour, you're courageous doing it yourself out there. I'm curious about the cruise ship job. I got that idea myself a couple of years ago. I retire in a couple of years and thinking about it. Can't wait to follow that adventure. Be safe out there!

@VickiMarieLivingLife Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the tour! You have a great set up. We have an RV and would like camp for longer periods of time. Really enjoyed hearing how you get through your day.

@Hoddy228 5 ай бұрын

Just found your channel tonight and this was your first video I watched but I love all the tips that you talk about especially for solo female travelers since that's most likely what I'll be doing in the next year or two looking forward to catching up on your videos and watching your adventures 🥰

@mischiefk3717 2 ай бұрын

Your sooooo inspirational! you come across as humble, genuine and down to earth. Very relaxing to listen to.

@AdvanturesOver50 2 ай бұрын

Awww, thank you 💜

@mariepalkiewicz852 Жыл бұрын

Great, informative video for those contemplating van life. Your van is absolutely lovely, as are you! NJ.

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Marie💕

@user-ev5jl2hq8g 6 ай бұрын

I haven't watched van videos much for a while but I gotta tell you girl, you look soooooo much younger and happier than you did on the first video you did. I love it. Glad van life has been so good for you. :)

@user-lp3io7hz3x 4 ай бұрын

I admire , appreciate and respect what you do. I tried something similar for a few months. Not for me anymore yet liked the people I met through my travels. Looking back, I realize how tough it was at times. I utilized fitness clubs , great for the workout and clean up at the end. Good video. Very informative.

@raiamir2607 3 ай бұрын

Loved ur van...its simple and elegant with good accomodation for a single traveller. stay safe and healthy...also keep doing it...

@lynnescaddan8919 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your home on wheels with us. You want for nothing, what a great build. Plenty of storage too. I love that you can just drive off in case of emergency. Please stay safe on your journey. 😊

@analea2273 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for a lot of good information.

@Cravenn5 Жыл бұрын

Hi lovely, I just found your channel you’re pretty awesome! I just lost my career and I’m so wanting to do this and live on the road… thanks for the clarity as physical fitness and healthful eating is so important to me❣️

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Welcome along the journey! :-)

@JimmyCuba7070 4 ай бұрын

Be safe..you are doing a great job! Much respect

@trudyletson1264 Жыл бұрын

this is so cute thank you for showing us

@genehill1214 Жыл бұрын

It's obvious you like to help people, Tracy, so it shows your beauty inside and out. There are a few van travellers like you, who have good "vanning tips," all the time. You also show enough of your personal side, to show, it can be done, with enjoyment. Thank You.

@genehill1214 Жыл бұрын

Keep on keepin on, Tracy. I just bought a 2007 Roadtrek 210 Prog, @ cheap. Great shape. Maybe we'll meet out there sometime. I'm excited. Canadian, so this year, I'll be out there from Quebec, PEI through to BC! You should try Canada sometime. It's all beautiful, with your kind of people. You've helped give me inspiration. Thank You, again

@robertwood5831 Ай бұрын

I'm 57 too.

@tomterrell1761 Жыл бұрын

Great vid! Brought up a few points I hadn't thought about: Mail and prescriptions... Would never have guessed your age though. Keep doing what you're doing!

@KS-ud8pg Жыл бұрын

Love to see people enjoying life.

@Mustang-tt3zt Жыл бұрын

Very nice completion 😊

@lisamorris2725 Жыл бұрын

God bless you as you journey well on this journey of life.

@anthonytacco586 4 ай бұрын

I know a lady that was from my area (2 states to the east of your home state ;) and she moved to FL and then decided to chuck that as well and now travels the beaches and such. She too is a beautiful Mature Lady and now it makes me wonder just how many of ya'all are out there doing this. Awesome channel. Enjoy! Peace

@tianabumps764 Жыл бұрын

I’m 47 and want to be a van lifer so bad!! I’d be more than happy to babysit your van while you’re working the cruise ship😊!

@kimprocarione5473 Жыл бұрын

Road trek are the bomb!!! I would love to have their smallest one! ❤ I had thought you could only fill prescriptions a limited number of times! Life changer if i could do that all the time!

@Tom-cy5em Жыл бұрын

Good video thanks for sharing your story of life, Please stay safe out there.

@shanegreenhalgh1104 Ай бұрын

I love it. I'm almost 53 and I'm looking to get into having a van life

@karenmays8889 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Safe travels.

@michaelhalstead7532 Жыл бұрын

What your doing has to agree with you and is very good for you. You absolutely look gorgeous and healthy I wish you the best

@Whospeakestruth Жыл бұрын

It's funny I moved from Idaho to Tennessee about 18 months ago. In summer time I go hang out with family in Wisconsin for few months. Always like your positive ways.

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Scott!

@tommythompson5259 Жыл бұрын

Just discovered you. I follow a lot of van lifers on KZfaq but you are my age and living my dream. I am going to be a subscriber. I am disabled and have medical reasons why I wouldn’t be able to do this. So I will live vicariously through you lol. And again you are my age and you look fantastic. I am now going to go back and wash your old videos and catch up.

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Hi, Tommy! Thanks for coming along the journey! I'll take you along with me on my adventures vicariously! Thanks for the comment :-)

@herbert8128 6 ай бұрын

I WORKED AS A WELDER AND WORKED OUT OF A CAMPER FROM SEATTLED TO CAPE COD, AND ALASKA TO CALIFORNIA IT WAS❤ FUN AND EXCITING TO SEE WHERE SOME OF OUR HISTORY WAS. i WOULD DO IT STILL BUT I GOT OLDER. STILL GOING SOUTH FOR THE WINTER THOUGH. GOD BLESS THE VAN LIVE AND THE PRACTICALITY OF IT.

@frankparnell7931 4 ай бұрын

I hope to see you on the road!❤

@RichardJones-xg2ve 4 ай бұрын

Sounds like your doing OK. Have fun and be safe .

@jamesmoyer7176 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

@neildarealdeal7129 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting honey! I am originally from North Dakota, was a resident in the Twin Cities for 10 years. Received a Ph.D. from The Pennsylvania State University. I reside today in Lawrence Kansas. Wish you all the best... Darealdeal

@maureenbell8355 Жыл бұрын

I am new and saw your age and can relate as thinking of Van life sooner to retire in 2025 and single and 63 year old woman and been researching a lot on KZfaq and you popped up on my feed and decided to check out you travels ☺️

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Maureen! Yes, the timing for me was perfect. I couldn't have done it any sooner but I'm so happy I didn't wait until retirement to do it. I wanted to do it while I was healthy!

@rs5570 Жыл бұрын

I sm your age (lady) and looking to go out byy New Years from Ohio. I want to go first to Quartzite and them up through Cali to Oregon. I will have a van of if I don’t I’ll have my car and a nice tent packed on the roof. I’d like to follow the good weather. I don’t think I want to live in Ohio any more as the weather is brutal & I have no ties here.

@cheflifevanlife Жыл бұрын

Very cool, I have the same thing as in a cooler with a that very center console container thingy. I like that contact paper too. Nice job all around.

@rukusthelamiaslayer9510 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your journey ….peace BC Canada

@realMartinHamilton Жыл бұрын

Cool video. Nice van. I lived in mine 7 years and enjoyed it except using public restrooms and my Thetford port a potti. You have a wonderful voice and a great look! I'm the same age, class of '84!

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Martin! Yay, class of 84'!

@Linza56 Жыл бұрын

Watch you from the 1st day you started Ready for some adventure of myself You have a nice week Linda

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for staying with me on the journey, Linda!💜

@micharlsantos3348 Жыл бұрын

God watch over you darling for doing this at your life and pace!!!

@dianemarie1880 Жыл бұрын

Tracy, you are a strong Country Girl, the strongest 57/58 year I that I don't know. I did not decide to Ad-van-ture until I turned 62 and I live in Florida. "I wish you the very best " Happy Sails, Be safe.

@davewelbylivinginhistinyti4796 Жыл бұрын

Well done you ! 18 months for me, love it too !!! A few days ago l was in Italy for a few weeks, now in the south of France. The only difference between you and l, is, I'm retired. Good luck with the rest of your adventure 🙏

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Wow! Italy! My dream!

@roywells5790 Жыл бұрын

Im in Arizona.just getting my contractor's license in florida. Heading down in a month to get crew going. I hope i can take the humidity. Be safe. You seem to have a healthy energy. Great video

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Roy! Yeah, it get's hot here but tolerable. When the sun goes down it's perfect!

@Sophia8983 Жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thank you

@glenn65 3 ай бұрын

Respect, thanks for the inspiration! Now I have to binge the rest.....

@anafreitas821 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful beautiful beautiful you're an inspiration :) glued to the channel

@MikeWeaverUpdates Жыл бұрын

Oh Nice! I love finding new vanlifers closer to my age to subscribe to. Glad the YT algorithm recommended this video!

@nyakundibose6972 Жыл бұрын

Wow. Just wow.

@michellebusby3311 2 ай бұрын

This is great thanks so much for being you 🎉

@JipseeGirl 6 ай бұрын

It's nice to see a tour of how it really is. So many tours are of empty vans!

@user-sf5pb8vg6p 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for talking about the mail, medical, rx’s, and dental concerns.

@terrybrown9206 10 ай бұрын

Good that you are going to different places, and you have a nice Van to travel in

@LL-wu8zt Жыл бұрын

You did a great job with the van.

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@grandmakellymcdonald Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing

@lakesuperiorgirl17 Жыл бұрын

I’m a Minnesota girl ❤ you are lucky your missing our snowy winter we are under a winter storm watch right now. Love your channel and beautiful van

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I know! I can't believe it's still snowing SO much. Happy to stay in Florida until it's over!!!

@onlinePR4agents Жыл бұрын

@@AdvanturesOver50 I'm a Minnesota gal too, living in South Florida. Going to a Harvest Host location to be a weekend warrior. 🎉😊❤ PM me if you'll ne anywhere near Port St. Lucie.

@ZanOrion Жыл бұрын

Minnesota! Yeah!!

@garymarkham2258 4 ай бұрын

That’s a vantastic van! I’m impressed! I’d love to live like that, …. I did one summer, but not in something like THAT! It’s very well done. Great job! And you, are an absolutely amazing 57 …..

@harryshigeura3892 Жыл бұрын

Another super presentation, thank you for sharing !!! One of the things that make your presentations so very enjoyable is that you are so authentic and so easy to relate to ... stay healthy and safe !!!

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Harry!💙

@OOICU812 Жыл бұрын

Your channel just popped up in my recommendations. I played this video and for some reason just took a liking to you. You now have a new subscriber.

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 💙

@jeffrock1291 Жыл бұрын

You are amazing.....keep it up! Don't to visit forget St Marys, GA while your in the area-great little waterfront town.

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I was actually staying in St. Mary's at the last RV resort I was at!

@fireside007 Жыл бұрын

YOU ~ ROCK ! ! 🤛

@wayneholloway9291 Жыл бұрын

Wow your gorgeous for 57 year old good luck on your journey

@Rollingwithkenny 3 ай бұрын

I comment you on you taking a leap of faith of being by yourself and maintaining your freedom

@petermcgurnaghan5175 3 ай бұрын

Just found your channel love the positivity 😊

@rodneysmith2360 4 ай бұрын

Great motivation talk, especially for women. God Bless and thank you

@SuperJimid Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the videos and inspiring my future van life! I'm going to be a Wisconsin snowbird.

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jimmy! Nice! You won't regret leaving WI, especially in the winter :-)

@danielleprince100 4 ай бұрын

Hey "country girl" I too will be 57 in a few days and I must say, you look as awesome as I do! I asked someone a few weeks ago to guess my age and have mercy they said around 30!!!! So keep up the good work. Good luck on the road!

@MarioRodriguez-zi1xl Жыл бұрын

You are my hero!

@1cosmocat Жыл бұрын

I really admire that you get a job wherever you are.

@AdvanturesOver50 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Cindy! Honestly, it's a lot when traveling but it's doable and I wouldn't trade it. :-)

@joeelizondo876 Жыл бұрын

El Paso here just saw one of your videos when you were on our city always welcome

@deanosanders203 Жыл бұрын

Great video😀, looking good for 57😀❤️

@calvinmarshall1610 Жыл бұрын

Cool video thanks for sharing

@sallyjaynes2433 Жыл бұрын

Awesome heartfelt rejuvenation of the 'show & tell' of *Charlene RV'G ..... **Can't wait if you choose to say what delectable foodie by Keith's cooking 🍳.