You should get out there and do it, life is so short in the grand scheme of things and that becomes more relevant with age. My mother turned 77 this summer and her memory is going, some degenerative thing like Alzheimer's but she's relatively health else wise so I'm taking her out this late fall throughout winter,about 6 months, to travel around the south and south west. She excited.

Stephanie Fields Stephanie, I subscribed to your KZfaq, I hope you get out there some day. I'll follow your journey😊

Same shape as you and working towards that lifestyle

Alone time with God is priceless

Do it!!!!

Well said. Not everybody will understand what you meant by your comment..however i love it

Olga Freeman Good for you. Well done.

Olga Freeman Glad you worked it out. Sounds like it works for you anyway. that's good.

I CALL BULLSHIT ON THIS ONE Poor Grammar and Zero punctuations

Michael McCloud oh dear

Love this idea, thank you!

@@brigettereed4211 I'm about to try out some party favor air horns. It seems that the aerosol ones are not as reliable as you'd like them to be. I have an old one that I keep in my house, so that if it sounds, my neighbors know that there's something seriously wrong at my place. I'm hitting the road, and I wanted another. It seems that the ones that you blow yourself have a pretty good review for noise. lol

JV Jackson - great idea

What I plan to do as my son in law is a Officer is sleep with my keys by my bed and if I am ever alarmed I will hit the alarm on the key ring...It is already built in and no cost to us woman traveling alone...Noone will stick around for that noise !!!

And a burner phone

Awesome 👏

Tim Stewart right, get ready to live in that van again as an old man 😂

richard bedford You are a wise person knowing how to live

richard bedford Family is where it’s at, bathroom and closet area is so necessary, hats off to those can do people.

adonna price Whatever makes them happy is ok They hardly would make videos pretending. I think it looks good for them.

Didn't get thru the whole video yet but thank you. I needed to hear this

Yeah, me too! ^_^

....and I'm crying:)

Don't forget: A dog only works where it is warm all year.... unless you either are going to be in your van in cold weather 24 / 7, or somehow you will keep the van warm while you are out .... working(?) etc....

@@FeedScrn dogs don't work in the cold?

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Wow thank you for the kind words!!!

Yes, sweet and simple. I lived out of a hatchback and a 2-person tent for half a year, and it taught me minimalism. Returning to that way of life this month. Yippee! Brigette is awesome!

@@brigettereed4211 Where can I find your builder?? You did an awesome job with your Camper van. You look/sound so genuine. Thank you!!! 👍🌹🌹

Phil Bode, PB Campervans, Dana Point CA. He is awesome to work with!!

@@brigettereed4211 Thank you for the information!! 👍🌹🌹🌹

Joseph Robinson Jr yep, me too. Ppl don’t understand me wanting the joy of an empty space. When you clear out things you find the best things, like your peace of mind and sanity.

Same here, Joseph

True and very profound.

Yes. Me to.

That’s beautiful, I’m learning so much from you wonderful ladies 👍

I just turned 61 yesterday.......and don't think that it's old. It's a relative thing. When you're 20, 60 is old. When you're 50 it's not. Now being 60 I think 80 is old!!! 70 isn't BUT 80??? Yes....when I get to be 80 (God willing) I will finally have arrived at being an old lady haha!!! Then again I just split up with my 38 year old Husband of 8 years so obviously I don't feel old at this stage! I'm about to embark on a whole new chapter of my life and taking off for a U.S/Canada/Alaska tour for the next 10 years or so!!! And If I can find someone to go with me I'd like to hike the Appalachian Trail..... .

I’m 52..it’s not old....🤣

I believe you're as old as you feel.

@Jennifer Osburn it's not hon, trust me!!!

@Fred Wilkerson Please don't hurl insults around here.....we're trying to have some fun and enjoy our youth......especially the 50 some year olds!!! Lighten up a bit......a crappy attitude will age you quicker then shit!

Good for u...I am a hippy turned capitalist, in the process of going back to my roots....was the happiest time of my life. Reach out to me..... paulgabe11@yahoo.com I am handsome/successful and very animated....

Better TV Reception WITH Foil Fedoras! Do it!

Do it!!!

Brigette Reed just subbed to you & was messaging you on insta! 😃Kelly from El Segundo!

Better TV Reception WITH Foil Fedoras! Me too!🤗

At 61? You must be some kind of big loser for sure.

Thank you for the kind words!

Are you serious

Do it! Its within your reach 😁✌💗

except she made velcro her new god. ugh

The velcro comment was just supposed to be a funny joke, I don't understand why people are taking that so seriously

@@brigettereed4211 because velcro isn't a joke, it keeps shoes on and it keeps bags closed and it helps here and there, this god comment offends me because you cant blasphemy velcro

@@blahblahjumpswing1504 oh. you're one of those. how unfortunate.

Aussie Picker No BS How you funding retirement ?

You will go far on the highways of Valhalla 🔥

Aussie Picker No BS great

Good for you! I am watching these bc my life was turned upside down, too, and most videos so far show more expensive options, so I love this one. (I am 58). Women are age have power!

I to am borne and breed in Australia this is something I'd love to do haven't got the money yet but one day I'd love to drive of into the sunset LoL ❤️🇦🇺 and just travel we have a beautiful country and Id love to see more of it so happy travels to everyone

It's called trailer trash , but the powers have trained you to call it a tiny home , because your cool nad have to save the planet .

@@parabot2 she said 400sq ft home she never said it was a trailer

@Norma Jean Vandever Facts hurt , now go save a turtle

Thank you for the kind words, I appreciate that!

@@brigettereed4211 .. is that you in this video? You look so different in blonde hair!

@@briannab5296 yes, I always darken it at the end of the summer

I can relate. Went from Texas to death valley after divorce. Then from there to the Florida keys . Built a floating house.

mister iguana, Best Wishes! Please update your progress!

@@baberebellion9531 floating house burned down from a new fridge so now I have a good lawsuit against the manufacturer. Renting a place for now and all is good :) Once the settlement comes in then build again.

@@misteriguana2748 Wow! Life throws crazy things at us! Glad something good came of that.

@@HoodsHomestead indeed, lots of wonderful things have come my way once I came to the islands. Fresh seafood daily.....lobster, crab claws, shrimp and fish. See manatees, turtles, dolphins almost daily. Great career, My dog, Seeing the wildlife all around.... Iguanas, bald eagles, Tokay geckos,etc.... Always fresh fruit on trees. The hurricanes don't bother me. It's nature. Things happen.

It's called trailer trash , but the powers have trained you to call it a tiny home , because your cool and have to save the planet .

@@parabot2 save the planet? The planet isnt to be saved by us, it Will safe itself because mankind only makes everything worse. And ill understand you're answer also.

@@parabot2 weird comment bot

@@parabot2 it’s not a trailer 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️ we get it you’re bitter and can’t get a date

I noticed that too. Getting rid of rust IS in your skill set. Girl power, I love it!

Hi brandi this job you can do it I won't to we can do with what you think a gril a boy very enjoyable tour really

I agree. And it looks like She has enough empty space too. I would not want to be to crowded. I have watched many Van conversions too some have way to many things cramped into that small space.

You can do relationships with me I won't to love you please

@@mr.zenedin1735 You sound like a leach.

@@farshimelt How do you know

@blackened 1 your house is NOT and investment it's a liability. It cost you money, taxes, utilities ect ect. It becomes an investment if you rent it out and gain passive income!

@@paulbunyun-xi9by it's an investment If you gain net equity

💗HUG💗

Rachel maybe we can meet n have a coffee ?

I agree.

loads of money doesn't but happiness. But you need lot of cash to retire at 52.

@@Onlinesully plus paying the Obamacare health insurance. she probably got a good settlement

"she has the life I always wanted" sounds like you are defeated and given up, no excuses now!

@@paulbunyun-xi9by The Affordable Care act is a pretty sweet deal for a lot of people

I would get the roof and personally, LINE-X or Monstaliner the ENTIRE van... Cheap to do and makes your vehicle rustproof , deadens sound and looks great...

@@hankgs LINE-X? Did not know about that stuff. Used the old sand it and rustoleum paint in the past

@@hankgs That works for preventative measure. However, if the rust isn't removed or at least eliminated/converted it will continue to rot underneath. Its a common misconception that Ziebart/line-x/rhino linings stop rust, but frames/panels have been known to rot underneath these coatings (even when they were treated brand new).

Lovely. Wishing you all the best. From India 😁

@keecefly Not me. I'm holding it until I'm 65. Then i'll just explode.

@@nixworld767 🤣🤣🤣🤢

Just sneak out and go number two on some random person's lawn

shut up punk

Yup. Out come the miserable trolls. ‘little brandon wants you to notice how unhappy he is.

Yeah! Didn't u notice she's all paranoid..😂

Or better still buy a house

@@MrFury777 they’re not safe

Leslie Ross thank you I’m glad it did. I have always felt that these people are much more interesting than just the vans they live in

Thank you for the kind words!!!

nobody lives for free, trust me...taxes/insurance, food, gas ect ect

@@paulbunyun-xi9by I know that bozo that's not what I meant

PERV Much ?

@@helenaville5939 God forbid, a man complimenting a woman...how liberating!

She looks terrible ...sorry

@@MrFury777 Wow nothing but negative comments from you. Why are you so bitter??

Michigan Wolverine in Austin whoa so a man can’t have an opinion ......sad you feel that way I guess people must lie to you

Thank you so much for the support!!

Do it!!

Me too! Brigette you're such an inspiration!!!

TheDtfamu89 - I do too, perhaps part time, but keep my home, I’m sure it must get tiring being on the road all the time, I don’t relish a vagabond life full time - lol

Totally!!

@@brigettereed4211 How do you care for the dog while you're shopping for food or at the gym? This is my one huge struggle with wanting to do this lifestyle. Lovely video! Thanks for sharing!

If it's too hot for the dog to stay in the van, I take him to a dog daycare place when I have a client meeting or have to run extended errands. He's very good about being in the van by himself as long as it's cool and comfortable. But if it's too hot or if I'm going to be too long, I take him to the Dog Daycare place.

A little dog works just fine for deterring people.

Happy Gilmore - my 3 yr old little Min Pin is fiercer than my choc labs, but they’re old now, 11 1/2

Thank you for the kind words 😁✌

Love Life Yes divorce is a pile of crap.

Yes, I need to fix that rust

Brigette Reed Do it now before you lose your investment

I work with fertilizer application equipment, so I know about rust. Apply Naval Jelly to rust as a cheap and very effective solution. Apply it, let dry for two days, no need to wash it off, then paint over it. The rust will reharden into good metal. It is available from paint department at Home Depot. Naval Jelly may be a restricted product in California. If not in California, stock up when out of state or order online.

Kenton, thank you thank you thank you for this info!!!!!😁💗

Looks like Pelican crap. ( maybe)

do it than

Congratulations, I'm really happy for you! Let's stay connected, I'm happy to help with any questions 😁

Aww, thanx... Will do, that would be great!

Don’t cover the rust, it does not go away. treat it. All that stuff is readily available and economical. Bare minimum-Wire brush or sand it, a rust killer in a spray pack, then you can hit it with a spray.

Rust-Oleum on that roof rust is a quick easy fix.

If the rust is not clean and treated it will continue to rust under the paint.

dig it out first.

You have to treat it first, then cover it.

Hell yes, my mom lives in MB and I grew up in CT 💗💗💗

Do it!!!

Enjoy

Get out there girl, let yr hair down get a dog and live for you. U will definitely meet awesome like minded people on the road, a warm hello to u from here in new Zealand

TRY RENTING A VAN EVERY 6 MONTHS AND PRACTICE OUTDOOR LIFE....WHAT DO U HAVE TO LOSE...jb

Awww thank you! Let's connect!

Aww thank you for those kind words 😁✌💗

Thank you for your support 😁💗🐕

Wow thank you, that's a great compliment

@@brigettereed4211 having a dog in a van is animal cruelty. But Im sure youll give me an excuse on how well he is cared for.

@flyboyglenn that is your opinion and it means nothing to me. My dog is happy and healthy so suck it.

Vee watch vancity van life he is from Canada he is bigger on youtube now but he started out with the bare minimums and he shows how you can do this with very very little money to start and grow as you go...You will enjoy him his name is chrome and he is a awesome one to learn from

Cleavis Butkus what do you mean by “Having some money changes the whole experience?”

@@judyl.761 having some money takes the edge off. I'm forced to go off and hit the road, was just sometimes hundreds of dollars and no credit card. No income except that which I can earn. No comfort zone here going this route. I've learned to put my trust in God. He has got me through so far.

Thank you for the kind words!😁🙏💗

Thank you for the kind words💗😁

Find a good companion Linda . All things are possible 👍

Penelope Nichols ya, & if it’s dark, make sure you have it aimed towards the intruder before going full blast or you might find yourself macing yourself in the face.💨🤦🏻‍♀️..😂 One night, my friend was going home from a late night out with a friend drinking, she had to walk down a dark pathway to get to her door as I guess the light 💡 was out, anyways, she heard a noise behind her, got scared & because it was pretty dark, she couldn’t see a anything, & I’m sure being shit faced didn’t help the situation, she was scrabbling for the pepper spray & didn’t realize she had it aimed the wrong way & sprayed herself right in the face. It ended up being her fucking cat following her wanting to be let in I guess & she fell ass backwards into her trash cans getting stuck. She ended up telling me the next morning that her fiancé heard the crash, the Cat screeching,her yelling & screaming because she maced herself in the face & was now blind, drunk & stuck in a trash can ass first. No fucking lie.. that was over 20 yrs ago & I still LMAO

Colleen White yeah, I would think that dog could be enough protection.

@@colleenwhite6902 Lol, I'm sorry but that was a funny cat story,