Tour of a Solo Woman Stealth Parking in a Minivan

Tour of a Solo Woman Stealth Parking in a Minivan | No-Build Van Life

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4 жыл бұрын

Today we meet Dawn who lives and works in San Francisco, and like so many others there, she found she simply could not afford to pay the incredibly high cost of housing, what to do? She searched KZfaq and found out that living and stealth parking in her vehicle could work, even in San Francisco.
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@marilynnarnold811 4 жыл бұрын

She seems very happy. Lots of miserable people in the world and she is a joy.

@2005dythan 4 жыл бұрын

I would be happy too if not paying rent

@johnh8705 4 жыл бұрын

@@2005dythan Don't pay rent.

@johnh8705 4 жыл бұрын

She's homeless because she can't afford a place to stay.

@marilynnarnold811 4 жыл бұрын

@@ianremsburg613 I doubt it. She seems very happy with her job, because she is doing what she wants to do and so is staying in the area even if it means living in a van. She could go live in a cheaper city and do a job that she hates. Then I'm sure she would be miserable. All humans are emotional unless they are dead. Some show it more than others and in different ways.

@rubyrose6408 4 жыл бұрын

It looks like it stinks in there.🤢

@bettiemurage2987 4 жыл бұрын

It’s funny, she looks much happier than anyone I know living in an expensive apartment, condo, or house. I want to have a joy like that, she’s awesome!

@freestarr13 4 жыл бұрын

“And I’m not paying rent!” *Huge beautiful smile * 😀

@tungtran6858 4 жыл бұрын

She is definitely smarter than people living beyond their means

@plum7531 4 жыл бұрын

She's awesome. She's so free and happy. And when she said she's relatively poor, I thought, no you aren't. You're richer than you realise. Amazing :)

@michaelrice3021 4 жыл бұрын

As a former San Franciscan I deeply admire and appreciate Dawn for sticking it to overpriced, self-impressed San Francisco. I love you Dawn & your Spartan way of life.

@TheDawnofVanlife 4 жыл бұрын

Haha, my van is so different now. Thanks Bob.

@grannyonthego8752 4 жыл бұрын

The Dawn of Vanlife I saw your later videos and what you have done but this is a great reminder of how to begin simple and change based on your experience in the van and as money permits.

@cherbear1996 4 жыл бұрын

Hiya Dawn...do you still have that cot? What brand is it..ive been looking for cots that are that high or close to it for storage..you've come a long way baby, lol👍❤

@teekotrain6845 4 жыл бұрын

Not paying rent while working full time is a bautiful beautiful thing. It was the only time in my life i was ahead on my bills and i couls afford anything i needed, or even wanted. I can't say enough good things about van life

@LivingWithAngels 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Dawn. Love your channel!!!! :)

@dianeyoung8068 4 жыл бұрын

You are very inspiring Dawn, you have a great attitude.

@wynpyt 4 жыл бұрын

She is selling this van life!!! I almost want to buy! You have definitely removed a lot of the stigma of living in your car.

@Valeria00770 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn is a joy to watch. Love her energy. She seems happy.

@mysteriousnotsoseriousdeb 4 жыл бұрын

She's awesome. She's such a positive person.

@MissCharliechop 4 жыл бұрын

"Start paying yourself the rent" well said Bob! And thank you for introducing us to Dawn. She is living in one of the strictest to park cities. Good to see someone make it work where I was born and raised in the bay.

@eugeniaterry4809 4 жыл бұрын

I like Dawn and she has inspired me.

@Locd4life707 4 жыл бұрын

Yep me too👍

@Locd4life707 4 жыл бұрын

@Hippie Style Awesome!

@AGStack9999 4 жыл бұрын

I luv her laugh and smile.

@Locd4life707 4 жыл бұрын

Her laugh is contagious huh? Makes me laugh. Dawn and Camper Van Calvin. They both crack up at themselves. Just enjoying life.... Thats freedoom!

@jayritchie6596 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed - what a lovely lady. I bet she would be a great radio host.

@mrc551 4 жыл бұрын

I follow Dawn. She’s so down to earth and inspirational.

@jsvensson8234 3 жыл бұрын

This is what actual joy of living looks like! Dawn, you are like a true ray of sunshine beaming through my screen. Just watching you speak and smile has made my day. Thank you 💝

@JonathanWilliamseric 4 жыл бұрын

I think she mentioned a couple of times "and I'm not paying rent". That is the motivational statement in this and many other mobile living arrangements. I think that when people realize that they don't need to spend hours every week/month slaving and being humiliated at one or more jobs just in order to turn over their hard-earned income to a landlord, that ends up being very liberating. I am not living in a van myself since I own my home, however, the videos I watch are inspiring and I feel like telling people that we were not born to be slaves of any kind to other people. So we need to stop trying to copy the lives of others that put us in situations that eventually enslave us and our children.

@themajickgypsy 3 жыл бұрын

Damn right!

@63artemisia63 3 жыл бұрын

My sister’s boyfriend bought a house he couldn’t afford because he believed that was what he “should “ do. And the real estate agent convinced him he *could* afford it so she could make a bigger commission. He earned a modest living as head of a small school maintenance crew. After a few months of being too broke to pay all his utilities and buy enough food because his mortgage payments were so high, he killed himself. I think about him every time I watch one of Bob’s videos and I’m sure his tragic story is just one of many.

@janchapman3746 3 жыл бұрын

You got that right. Amen. Amen.amen.

@LisaSoulLevelHealing Жыл бұрын

@@GOLDVIOLINbowofdeath and then we make a network of landowners who allows us to stay. They only win when you concede defeat to them

@chrislilly1463 4 жыл бұрын

Her face in the end says it all “I’m happy” with a big beautiful smile. When was the last time you thought that way and smiled?

@maydavies888 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn seems like a really good friend of mine whom I just haven't met in person yet. Nice build, and we have a lot of the same elements of our setups!🤗

@chicago48001 4 жыл бұрын

I love this girl’s attitude. So practical and self-reliant. San Francisco should be hiring her to solve their housing problems. She would be a great person to have share her story at the RTR. Great video, Bob!!

@ddsfarmacy692 4 жыл бұрын

I'm sure you mean no harm but she's a grown woman, just like the interviewer is a man, not boy. She's self reliant, hard working, has a great attitude and deserves conscious respectfulness.

@janchapman3746 3 жыл бұрын

Yep you are so right. You go dawn. You go girl. Love you.

@Kiwiwanderer 4 жыл бұрын

Intelligent , great energy & attitude - my type of American.

@HomieGangsta12 4 жыл бұрын

U know what would even be more American? Being able to afford a house while working fulltime!!

@Kiwiwanderer 4 жыл бұрын

Roki Vulovic Yes. The wages are terrible in the States.

@TheDawnofVanlife 4 жыл бұрын

@@HomieGangsta12 yup

@gratemusic3008 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely!

@astralinterstellar4451 4 жыл бұрын

Happy woman living her life by her standards and not by society's. That's the true measure of success ♥️♥️♥️

@marilynrenaud1892 4 жыл бұрын

She is such a pleasant person...and very positive...I like her.👍👍👍👍👍

@cattsmahal1005 4 жыл бұрын

OMG! I love how free spirit these people are. After 2 years watching and admiring them, I finally bought my Pormaster Oct. 2019. I’m in the middle of converting it now. I hope to meet some of these fine people. 🥰

@tinlizzy39 4 жыл бұрын

I wish you the best! Maybe we'll see u in one of Bob's vids! Like your name too. Haha.

@4dnblovelyfe769 4 жыл бұрын

CONGRATULATIONS

@Arcani_Reign 4 жыл бұрын

I just finished converting my promaster it was a lot of work doing it myself but we’ll worth the journey..

@janchapman3746 3 жыл бұрын

Amen. Wish i could be with bob dee carolyn sueann sarah lee etc. Rtr. Group. My finances wnd husband wont let me. Love you all. I pray for you all. So just get out there and do it. Life is to short. You only have one life to live. I would be a nomad if i could. Experience the freedom of freedom. Save the rent money. I cant see making house payments for 30 yrs. Why. Why pay rent for 30 yrs. Well im forced to rent. Ive been locked up in apts. Renting for 47 yrs. I cant stand it. If i omly had a house to sell i would. All the moneys ive spent for 47 stinking yrs. I could of paid cash for everything. Be debt free. But o had no choice. Low paying jobs. Working long hours. Back to backs. All shifts. I was a slave. As everyone is in the workforce to put money im the rich persons pocket. We all are. We are working to pay taxes. The left over change is for what. The poor get poorer. The rich get richer. Thank you all.

@RoryZ23 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful woman with a beautiful soul in a beautiful van!

@LifeBetweenTheDash 4 жыл бұрын

"Experiencing a new environment when I open my door." That is the best of vanlife ❤

@kw-vy5jd 4 жыл бұрын

I just watched this video and after I call my landlord and I'm going to put my 60 day notice

@CheapRVliving 4 жыл бұрын

I recommend a minivan for the best stealth parking in a hostile city.

@livingitup9647 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn is a lovely spirit-- and such a great smile and laugh she has! What an inspiration she is for all of us who are still in 'hold pattern'. Thanks for this great interview, Bob & Dawn!

@svongsa 4 жыл бұрын

I love her position attitude! I'm always surrounded by people with negative attitudes 24/7/365 all day everyday.

@carolgaffney6449 4 жыл бұрын

Bob she was so sweet loved her story and her wonderful laugh

@Dancinbear1995 4 жыл бұрын

"As long as you sorta believe people are staying the stars of their own story, they're not going to pay much attention to you" Ha ha! SOoo true! : )

@TheHuskyIsabella 4 жыл бұрын

Her laugh made me smile. I wish I could buy her a class b

@veliagarcia5827 4 жыл бұрын

She is so happy, love to be around her at a party... wish her the best.......

@Creole_Rebellion 4 жыл бұрын

And she’s not paying rent. I love her.😘

@365vacay 4 жыл бұрын

It is great to see diversity in our community. Thanks for this. 🌈

@DavidHuffTexas 4 жыл бұрын

I love her smile and her positive attitude! She seems like a joy to be around.

@marionwarner6865 4 жыл бұрын

All I know is I cannot wait to get "out there". I presently own a VW Passat wagon but hope to find a van for more room. I wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a new year full of joy and hope See you Soon, Louise from Los Osos,California

@theWZZA 4 жыл бұрын

$300 dollar build, that is my style of van life. Sensible lady!

@p.i.e.management9245 4 жыл бұрын

i did not realize that a mini van could have that much SPACE

@ddsfarmacy692 4 жыл бұрын

Right!

@4dnblovelyfe769 4 жыл бұрын

Me either..wow

@TheDawnofVanlife 4 жыл бұрын

Many people put full beds in them. staying closer to twin size for your bed can help a lot.

@janchapman3746 3 жыл бұрын

I didnt either. Just take out the seats. Load up.

@PYC000 4 жыл бұрын

Such a pleasant, positive person.

@stephrs1754 4 жыл бұрын

Yay, Dawn! I'm glad they featured you on cheap rv living. I've been in a Camry in the city for awhile, and also want to upgrade my vehicle size. Thanks!

@4dnblovelyfe769 4 жыл бұрын

You can do it!! Enlarge your territory.

@janchapman3746 3 жыл бұрын

I. Want a step van. I have a simple built thought out. I need the money. Im broke. So i can dream. Im on low income. And 74 yrs old. But im healthy enough to live a nomad life. My husband to. He cant find a job for 2 yrs. Now. Hes a hard worker. But dallas texas has no jobs available for him. Everyone is doing his job in groups. Nobody wants a mom and pop team. Comtracted painter.

@cecih4702 4 жыл бұрын

I want to experience van life sooo bad!! I know I can save ALOT of money by doing just that.

@ezekielisrael3358 4 жыл бұрын

Love that more people are choosing to live this way rent free baby!!!!

@flowerchild777 4 жыл бұрын

I just LOVE her energy! Good for you Dawn👍I'm pumped

@donedennison9237 4 жыл бұрын

I've been watching Dawn for ages and she's awesome. Such a cheerful city dweller who always has some interesting insight to share.

@svanduyne22 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful energy, great smile, love her story and her attitude!

@peggynicholas9825 4 жыл бұрын

Loved this video. Surprising how we don't need so much stuff.

@4dnblovelyfe769 4 жыл бұрын

That part

@Trustthatvibe8228 4 жыл бұрын

Love her personality! San Fran is very expensive. She's making it work for her!

@JeffeysMom 2 жыл бұрын

Girl look at you now! Car, Minivan, full-size van and now your box truck! I love Bob and Dawn you folks are so inspirational to us still stuck in the sticks and bricks

@lindabeckman5909 3 жыл бұрын

Dawn is such a happy soul!!! Hoping she never loses her spark!!

@patd6370 4 жыл бұрын

I hope she's saving a lot of money. It's one thing to live in a vehicle when young. It's another to live that way .when old.

@jeannemarie3704 4 жыл бұрын

I like how she did best for now. You don't need a lot to start this process!

@MsVeeTheVisionary 4 жыл бұрын

Love Dawn. She is so real

@shellyscott4822 4 жыл бұрын

Steering wheel desktop!!... who knew?? Thought that was really cool and efficient!! Thanks!!

@MrAndycm 4 жыл бұрын

I love her, so enthusiastic

@2Cambell 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn, you rock! Human soap!!! Dang!!! I just about fell over laughing!!! I have 4 legged kiddos and my hubby and I differentiate between their stuff and ours by saying Human vs. Kiddos. I once caught my hubby almost using the dog shampoo before we did that. I get it though, rent only ever goes up. And it makes sense to me to have the essentials close. Imagine if you left something at home for work, you can be like, oh dang on it's in my van, I'll be right back!

@janetkoball44 Жыл бұрын

A really friendly young lady that has learned alot. She is excited about van life. Thanks Dawn . And Bob thanks.

@paulystp 4 жыл бұрын

A great dose of reality has made this lady so happy , a person should not be able to own more homes than they can live in , your not paying rent to these types of people and a weight has been lifted , I believe in The One Home Ownership Law

@feliciaromero1646 4 жыл бұрын

It’s awesome that she is so happy and positive but it is worrisome especially for a woman. Take care, lady!

@gailjohnson6670 4 жыл бұрын

I love the vacuum and fan she uses with rechargeable batteries..Thank you for the video..Have a Blessed Day..

@Gwenhwyfar7 4 жыл бұрын

A lot of towns have public rec centers you can shower for free. Sometimes we'll go to truck stops and swimming pools to shower.

@LouisSubearth 4 жыл бұрын

She is from San Francisco, where there's too many homeless people and not enough public restrooms, which causes the public defecation problems they have.

@lynnanson4969 4 жыл бұрын

To make it in SF that's great....I know before I turned 65 my most $$$$ was my medical insurance as I am self employed..and I had to have that...Dawn has a great outlook on life..

@kareneighth6045 4 жыл бұрын

Great attitude. I met her once, and she was the same. Thanks Dawn!

@hildadelapaz1298 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn, you make me want to move into my suv. Truly an inspiration. Love your smile and laugh. Blessings to you.

@Hazara26 4 жыл бұрын

Tough life but she is right rents are high and people can't pay.

@justtanja7327 4 жыл бұрын

You are not homeless sister. You are houseless. Biggg difference. Its a choice to be houseless. Safe travels. I will be van shopping in summer 2020.

@gentadventure4173 4 жыл бұрын

I think it’s great that Dawn is so happy... One of the best things mentioned is start with what you got and build from there.

@Mary-fq6sm 4 жыл бұрын

I love her story & her attitude! She seems to have mastered expectations, thankfulness & adventure. Good for her 😃

@Gunguy67 3 жыл бұрын

Love her! She's so positive and full of joy. Thanks for sharing.

@jenjenoz 4 жыл бұрын

I love how enthusiastic she is, and she seems like a really positive, happy person! Way to go Dawn!

@alicehallam7949 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn, I think it is helping you that you have a nice-looking vehicle. In pricier neighborhoods, which tend to be safer (we think), if you had something old, trashy or beat up it would definitely be attracting attention from those high-rent paying (and probably not real happy about that) people.

@TheDawnofVanlife 4 жыл бұрын

That's true, my friend bought an older van that was more camper like, many issues. Now she has a newer Ford Transit...nearly ignored.

@gritsnwavy3059 4 жыл бұрын

This is true. Dave Ramsey said the police use to always stop him when he went broke. They said the raggedy car didn’t belong him that type of neighborhood.

@janchapman3746 3 жыл бұрын

Yep you are so right. Keep the vehicle washed weekly. Choose 7 places for daytime. 7 places at night for sleeping only. Apts is good.

@shelaughs 4 жыл бұрын

Thought I'd watch for a couple of minutes then bug out to something else, but Miss Dawn is a delightful human with a positive, "Can Do" spirit. I watched from beginning to end with fascination. She is a born teacher. I learned so much! Thank you, Dawn! Many Blessings on you. :)

@chrisparlow6282 4 жыл бұрын

She is very cool lady . Very up beat. Best interview yet .

@lori-annlocke1958 Жыл бұрын

This girl is a ray of sunshine❤

@BBBCanada1 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! I do some of the same tricks she does for washing dishes, hygiene, water. Love the steering wheel desk. Need to get one! And her attitude and smile are inspiring!

@offairhead 4 жыл бұрын

Holy smokes!!! My two favorite youtubers together!!! Thanks Bob!! Ily Dawn!

@nanakarrots4325 3 жыл бұрын

Yay! 👏 I’m glad that you were able to get on his video interview. I also watch his videos about many people that have chosen a life of a home on wheels.

@shoshanasmith7590 4 жыл бұрын

The relief of NOT paying astronomical rent and utilities for an eternity is enough to make me happy and stress free, way2go go Dawn! Good mental, physical health, happiness and the ability to spend money on your terms is the good life. 👏🏾💖💛💚💜

@muskietime 4 жыл бұрын

Another outstanding interview with another outstanding warrior. Thank you both.

@rubywannabe8600 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Bob & Dawn, I watch her all the time. Nice interview 🤣❣

@angelgeeks 4 жыл бұрын

Love her spirit! She's someone who chooses to be happy and appreciates what she has versus lamenting what she doesn't. Making her life simpler and happier by making her wants and needs less. Thanks for interviewing her Bob!

@FloridaSalon Жыл бұрын

She is so cool and cheerful.

@amandachrome9310 4 жыл бұрын

I really like her...she has an infectious laugh..... Go follow her

@seanh4841 3 жыл бұрын

I do, always fun to watch

@imdurmac1 4 жыл бұрын

Great build. She has a beautiful spirit and seems quite carefree. Blessings and continued safety to her.

@maggiedoja 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn has such a wonderful smile 🌺

@pleasantturtle2799 4 жыл бұрын

Her energy really made me smile and that rarely happens, thank you stranger

@maryrenaud6732 3 жыл бұрын

Love this very positive woman with a beautiful smile. I have known people with big homes who are all frowns and complaints…

@dianeva5091 4 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this video ,🎶 DAWN is so joyful 🎶& 🎶bubbly !! GREAT INTERVIEW BOB ! It left me in a happy mood ☺️

@JCC_1975 3 жыл бұрын

Dawn your smile is infectious 😀 I love how happy you are and how comfy you are in your home. Big hugs.

@shootermacgavin1 4 жыл бұрын

She seems like a very nice lady. All the best to her!

@rrnnff123 4 жыл бұрын

I love this woman. She is so awesome.

@michellelawrence2574 4 жыл бұрын

She’s doing her very Well! Thank you for sharing.

@shavaunaronan3188 4 жыл бұрын

Dawn is such a lovely person, I love her laugh and approach to life. She really shows how without much money you can still start van life and potentially avoid those high rents. Thank you Dawn for a tour of your well organized van as well as your positive attitude towards life, you are awesome! She truly is an inspiration, thank you Bob for another great video!

@icaruseffect4072 4 жыл бұрын

The cost of housing Will drive use all into this life style...

@agreeatdogchow 4 жыл бұрын

68 in a gtrv..full time van dweller....love it!!!

@prophetesspinki1 4 жыл бұрын

Good video again Bob, Dawn has an infectious laugh and smile

@beach3girl459 4 жыл бұрын

Damp-Rid works amazingly well at removing unwanted moisture in sticks-n-bricks so I see no reason it would not work equally well in a van...great idea!

@tashagilbo3153 4 жыл бұрын

A she/wee is a good product. When we were driving truck, and had to park where there wasn't a bathroom, I was at a disadvantage. Then I found out about a she/wee, and I could go almost anywhere.