That is the main thing I liked about you Carolyn is that you are a naturalist person that lives how you want to live and how you want to be and you don't have a made-up face and a made-up life because your living how you want to be and that's really cool

I can really relate to your comments about tolerance! My best friend of 53 years (!!!) and I pretty much have opposite political views. However, we don’t let our views interfere with the fact that we care so much about each other. The political landscape will always evolve and we just can’t let that come between our friendship. Thank you, Carolyn, for reminding me of this! I hope to see you at the NM meet up.

I really see where you are coming from. I retired twelve years ago and I am enjoying almost every minute of it. I ditched my driver's license last November one day before my 76th birthday. I don't miss it. The bicycle is my freedom ride. I have been riding bike off and on since I learned to ride when in the third grade. I feel like I am in better shape at age 76 than I did at age 16. The bicycle is making a comeback.

Brava! I'm a 69 year old overweight woman that is traveling with my oldest daughter and her wife. We've been on the road for 1 yr 8 months now. It's been incredible. I'm so impressed with the two strong women I travel with, that fix things themselves and work so hard to give me experiences I've never gotten to have as a former wife, mother and grandmother. My makeup is gone. My hair is a lovely shade of white. I've grown in nature during this time and will be forever grateful that my daughter sold her home when I became sick and took me on an adventure. Bless you Carolyn. You are a beautiful person. 💕

Honestly your beautiful and smart and your not alone. You are an inspiration. It feels refreshing to actually watch someone real.

Love you Carolyn From a strong independent conservative woman ❤️

I use to not get out of my 18 wheeler unless my hair nails and face was perfect. Wore size 7 jeans all had to be just right still color my hair but that's it now so much more peaceful.

To each his own. I'm an avid boondocker and always bathe every day, shave, and make myself look the best and be the best I can always be. It costs me nothing along with exercise and diet. Unfortunately, nature doesn't look inside the creature, it's always first impressions that count be it a tiger, a horse, a lizard or a human being. JMHO

When one learns to live simply without, one learns to live simply within. True success in life is living one's life one's way. 🥰

I am experiencing all the 3 changes you mentioned, not as an RVr, but a 64 year old lady who lives in a small stick and bricks. For me it was getting older and being free from all the things I thought I needed as a younger person. 🏜️🥰

An eye opening message that all people should consider in their own personal lives. Thank you for your truthfulness and openness on your views of politics, religion, etc. Not everyone would expose their views however people should that's what makes the world go round people talking whether you agree or disagree doesn't mean you can't talk and hash things out about how you feel. So Carolyn , thank you so much for the time and the effort you put in personally to share with each and every one of your viewers and topics from A to Z.. thank you for the time you put in editing and making this presentable to the viewers, I know it's time consuming. Safe travels, have a great meet up in New Mexico . Sincerely, Shay's Ways

Truer words were never spoken when you said we all love our country and world but just disagree about ways to take care of them.

Six years living in a R V with your doggie that’s wonderful Praise God ✝️🙏🏼

You have taught me a great deal through the years and awakened my mind to becoming more aware of my own ideology, environmental issues, self acceptance, and tolerance in general. Your perseverance and inner strength and willingness to put yourself out there as honestly as possible has been an inspiration.

How wonderful to embrace the real you💜. I totally agree with perception. Very healthy!!! Society wants us to believe we are never good enough. Guess what!? We’ve always been beautiful in our natural state🙌

Happy 6th Anniversary Carolyn! 🎉🎈🎉🎈🎉🎈

I’ll second that! I’m 2 1/2 years in, and I completely agree with all three!

After this I was sent to the Salton Sea video. Ha, the red hair. It was lovely to see Capone nosing through the place.

Wow!! I've been following you for 6 years now I guess. My how time flies!! 😊😊

Congrats on your Anniversary Carolyn. :-)

I don't wear make-up anymore either but when I wore it I never used foundation. I just used eye liner and mascara. I felt better because I looked better and it helped my confidence and self esteem.

Amazing how different life is "alone", but with a dog. When you had no dog, you often felt truly alone and LONELY. Rarely do you feel really lonely with Sadie, am i right? She is such a blessing. 😄

This is such an important video. I am not ashamed to say that in the past almost 1 1/2 years, I too have been prepping for RV life. I love how natural you are and you stand by it too. Love your videos and hugs to you and Sadie.

Carolyn you're not alone. Been living in my car for 4 years I was tired of being an apartment I was always worried about my hair my makeup my clothes everything everything you're saying I was the same way I just want to close her to the nature I go into my daughter's houses and I cannot be in there very long I have to get back out I love living outside once you figure out everything you pretty much go with the flow and days pass so much faster than you know I drive a 2010 Dodge journey and I have plugins to cook and this one and it's been the best yeah I need more room but I'll set it with this for now but I love the trees I love the water I love the animals and yes you're right you always have to be top number one on your surroundings don't ever think you're out there by yourself because there's always somebody it don't matter where they're at they're always there I've learned that but it takes years to figure out things out once you get it figured out it's a piece of cake so yep I'm right there with you girl

Thanks for sharing. I’m a 54 year old woman also and have learned a lot about myself through my experiences and people like you…so thank you for being you and making yourself available and for being honest. Love your lifestyle and your sweet Sadie.💝✌🏻🚐🧘🏼‍♀️👍🏻

I'VE BEEN LETTING MY HAIR DOWN AGAIN. I KNEW IT WAS TIME AND YOU INSPIRED ME. THANK YOU!

This has got to be one of the best videos you've posted Carolyn. Everything you've said. Love it. Thanks Carolyn!

All those creams and potions don't stop aging. A bit of sunscreen if you are in the sun or a good hat and you are good. I think all those creams women put on their faces can't be good, all those chemicals and crap when our skin just needs to be clean, protected from the sun and good nutrition. Clean and natural is what I go for now and on occasion I will put on make-up and dress up. You are not overweight you are perfect the way you are.

I love your honesty and humility which is why I keep watching! Thanks and safe travels for you and Sadie!

🙌 Keep rockin’ you! It’s been pretty cool watching you change and grow. Thanks for sharing your life. I remember binge watching all your videos in early 2019. You are not the same Lady however you inspired me then and you still do! ✌️💜💫

Very impressive and well said. I strive to be so self aware. Take care.

Thanks Carolyn. So great to be mentally free, isn't it?

Thanks again for such an honest look into your RV life. I'm 18 months into my own 'full-timing' and my experience has been very similar. I too left a corporate job in a big city to 'live my best life'. Recently, I stopped in to visit friends still living my old life and I was shocked how negative and miserable they all were. I couldn't get out of there fast enough......

Congratulations on 6 years of adventure and personal growth! Thanks for all that you have shared!

Sadie is such a good girl. Hanging tight while you chat.

HEALTH! One of the main things that has changed in my 6 yrs on the road is I don’t get get sick like I used to :)

Hi Carolyn hi Sadie girl💕🐾💕🐾 It's extremely obvious to me that your #1 change is your self confidence❣❣ Watch one of your 1st videos and then watch this one. After living in my rv for 4yrs 8mos society is lucky I put on a bra (for them) when I go out into public 🤣🤣 I also quit wearing makeup, curling my hair and put less attention on my clothes. Thank you rv life for freeing me of always worrying about my appearance. When I moved into my RV I took my pink 5in J LO heels with me but never wore them🤣🤣 Coming up on 59 April 24th. Funny what people notice and feel the need to point out. I've never noticed your chapped lips or any wrinkles🤣 and who cares anyhow🤣🤣 It's been a pleasure to watch you grow in confidence and evolve from within. I wish everyone was a work in progress. I began therapy at age 18 and have had to work my ass off to survive, heal and grow. And it's neverending. Coming up on 26yrs sober April 25th the day after my bellybutton bday. Carolyn thank you from the bottom of my heart for letting me watch your journey in this lifetime🥰 You are such a beautiful and inspirational soul touching so many hearts. You are beautiful inside and out💙🦋💙 Oh and the pain you've went through with heartbreak for Capone and Huck and writing your book is a huge part of your spiritual growth on your journey. Much love💞💞🤗

Like the way you think. At the end of the day we all want the same thing

Hi Carolyn and Sadie 👋🤗🐕💕

Our values are different but I still love you young lady. ❤

I lived in Pacifica for years until the rent increased beyond my reach. Moved to the Sacramento area and Im getting real close to starting my journey on the road. Im just scared to begin with all the videos I see on Van Life regarding places to park or stay a day or two. That's the main part that scares me. But Iam excited to get going. Just have to sell all my belongings...😊

I have over the years noticed this change in you : ) it is a good change you are less mad when talking about the things you are passionate about lol and more thoughtful and caring of others even when they do not agree with you right off. You are more centered ~*~ : )

LOL....yes my appearance slid downhill when I ended up working from home during pandemic. It was liberating not having to "dress for the office"...very freeing!!!

Such great lessons! To grow is fantastic. I hope that when I’ve been on the road 6 years, I will have such deep insight as well. See you on May 18th 🥰

I’m 67 and will not go to the store without my hair done and makeup 💄 I’ve tried to not care because most days I’m lazy, I’m retired! But I still can’t so good for you!!!:)

Interesting points. Thx for sharing

I just love the Carolyn you are. Your awesome. Keep up the real you. Hugs

Carolyn, what you said is true, you have to be kind, considerate, and thoughtful when dealing with people who hold different political views. it's not hard, it all starts with respect, show the other person respect, and that when things open up between human beings. You are absolutely correct, we basically want that same things, and I find it next to impossible to be disagreeable with someone I am talking to about politics. The best way for me is to find an area where we do agree, and tell them so, that tends to drop their guard. Thanks Carolyn.

Carolyn, without makeup your natural beauty comes out. I am black, 70 years old, but I don't wrinkle. Your knowledge of the road and RV life is far more important and impressive than looks. Stay Beautiful, smart and safe.

My favorite video of yours so far. I don’t always agree with your politics but I absolutely respect your opinion.

Looking at your first videos compared to today, you honestly look much better now then you did six years ago. I think that getting rid of stress plays a big role in that. Accepting and understanding others is also part of that change. I feel blessed when I have people in my life whose company is more important than their beliefs. Congrats on six years. Rock on, Carolyn!

Please don't ever change that intro. It's 100% perfect.

I'm not materialistic either. I just have the necessities like a phone,, food, clothes, shelter and transportation. I learned years ago material things will only create a false sense of happiness. People tell me that I'm really good with managing my money. The only reason they say that is because I don't desire anything but necessities so I don't spend much money.

I love the freedom of all the choices we get now as a nomadic life. I've been enjoying the natural ways.. thank you for all about being natural. See ya out there 🤪 😎 😏 😉

I agree with you on not caring so much about how I look. I’m 72 yrs. old now as a high schooler I dressed in perfectly starched shirts, pressed slacks, polished shoes. Later in my 20’s and 30’s I took on a very “preppy” look. But now I just don’t give a crap. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not a slob but fashion is way in my rear view mirror. Other things take it’s place like health and making ends meet and my significant other. I understand what you were saying here and I admire your guts. Don from Toledo, Ohio. I really enjoy your videos.

Found you in the comments over at nomadic and so happy I clicked on your channel. I’m a 52 year old guy ready for change. I just bought a Chinook and plan to hit the road this fall. Your channel will now be a part of my preparation research 😁

Looking forward to seeing you and Sadie Trucking through another six years of Carolyn's RV life thanks

Keep doing what you doing. Makes all the sense in the world. Give Sadie a hug take care and stay safe and God bless you both

I loved the honesty and can 100% agree. After I've been travelling for a month I come home as my family describes as 'a bush pig' Which is true. Strange though have to have clean nails? Keep enjoying who you are becoming! Safe travels for you and Sadie girl. ❤🇦🇺

Yes ...agree with you! Thank you for sharing ! We all love you! JC♥️🙏🎆🎉😘

Thank you Carolyn for being you!!

Thank you Carolyn for your videos everything you explained alot of us feel the same way.

WOW!!! How time flies! I've been watching you since the beginning, I'm going camping for the first this weekend with the RV!!! Really amazing how you have carried on, 💕

Wow! Loved this. We truly are more alike than we are different--and we are just "waling each other home." Maybe it's part of the process of which John Muir speaks, when he said "Into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul." I don't know, but I so resonated with your thoughts.

I feel in the last 6 years is you really have become the underdog spoke person and that's great because I have always been an underdog. Thanks

I hv been watching since your channel appeared on utube. This is without a doubt the best video testimony of your journey, imo. You look better than ever, sound better & your message is so on point & encouraging! At approx 15.30 mins in, you speak of what I have found with most people regardless of race, creed, gender, political party... we all (most) want the same thing. I appreciate you and your journey! Thank you 🙏

Great rap! Thanks for the inspiring start to my day.

So true- well said! Anti aging cream doesn't work anyway! Freedom is priceless! We have bough a small hidden forest in the UK . All off grid! We go for weeks sometimes. I wear the same over clothes for days - just changing underwear We work all day chopping down trees, building stuff, making paths, planting, levelling muddy ground! We are making our piece of freedom and heaven on earth. It costs very little in bills. We need very little in reality. Sitting amongst the trees by a fire with the birds is happiness to me, We have no internet / phone signal and have to deliberately go to the place where we can get a signal to contact people. It is so liberating!

I hear you! I hope they understand you too.

I'll keep it simple. Carolyn, you are awesome!

Happy Anniversary! Thanks for sharing your wisdom. I enjoy your videos. You are so well spoken. And just know that we care about you - you don’t know us, but because you are so genuine we feel we know you - so if we mention your lips look chapped, maybe you’re dehydrated, it’s out of concern, and what we would say to other friends out of concern for their well-fare (and not anything negative or judgmental). We care! You are loved! : )

I loved this personal insightful video! Mad respect, Carolyn!

my definition of good clothes, no stains or holes in them...haha

Happy six yr anniversary 💕

Has it really been 6 years? I met you on that Lassen hike maybe 18 months before that. Time flies when you're having fun.

Great video. I've misssed your videos lately but glad to hear your perspectives again. Love the positive outlook.

Carolyn I love your channel,you are so open about how you feel,true honesty take care.

I just wanted you to know how much i enjoyed your video. Thank you for sharing how RV living has changed you. I lived very simply and primitive up in Humboldt, County for at least a decade. It really changed me, too, so I got what you were saying. Take care, and Happy Trails! ✌💐

First let me say, I am old, you're just a kid, a very awesome kid. I did click like in this video, if KZfaq had a love button, I would click that one. Now you talked about tolerance, what I like to call an opened mind. I am surprised how many young people have an opened mind and how many people my age don`t. Because of this video I will subscribe again. I love this video.

Thank you Carolyn you have really be an inspiration. Thank you I hope we meet on the road one day. Thank you Darlene

Everything you say hits home for me. And yes, people in our own country, I've come across some nice, a lot are so darn judging it's unreal! I'm making a shirt saying how's that glass house working for you?! Great video!

You nailed it! You just described my upbringing all different views, lifestyles, politics I knew there's a reason I watched you. We can have our own viewpoints, and very respectful of others. I just want to thank you for your content you have been posting for the 3 years I've been watching. And I've gone back to the beginning and watched it well stated this video! This old fart appreciates that, probably the reason I've been watching for 3 years whether I agree with you or not.. I love you and as I see it channel also. Keep preaching kid!

Excellent video. Everyone could adopt these ideas even if they are not living in an RV. Be yourself, live with less, be more tolerant.

After working in a diverse environment for 26 years, I truly identify with what you say about prejudice .. thank you for validating my thoughts exactly. ❤

Carol thank you my friend see you soon kiss to you and Sadie my sweet girl

Carolyn I think you look great!!! Only what you think is all that matters, but I just want to let you know what I think! My husband just turned 56 and I think he still looks great!!! Plus all that makeup ect.... eventually messes up the skin, and then people end up having to keep wearing makeup cuz that's what they got their skin adapted to! Thank you always for sharing!! You are a very knowledgeable, creative, caring, talented and beautiful person!!! Much love to ya! See you next time!!! ☺❤👍

I've recently come up with the idea that social media has ruined our country. We used to have to do research on candidates before voting. Now EVERYTHING is out on social media to the point where it's made entire countries so much more divided. I moved from the Bay Area to the Fort Myers Florida area a few years ago. I've also realized how intolerant I have been. In some ways I'm okay with being intolerant of certain views. For me it's about being authentic, and trying to communicate with people authenticity from my heart centered attitude. I think of everyone in the conversation is willing to be honest but also accepting that we can agree to disagree oh, then I think you can have a good conversation about understanding where people are coming from. But I think so many people have gotten so drilled down to their extreme beliefs that it's really hard to be truly kind. I often have to work hard to have a good attitude.

6 years! True grit. You are a smart lady. Love your videos

Love your down to earth attitude! Awesome Lady!

Ditto, ditto, ditto!

Following you and supporting you has been my source of courage. I want to change rigs. Not sure how to do that.

I really loved this. Needed this. Thank you Carolyn!

After leaving my home in Albuquerque and moving in with my 88yr old father, I found your videos, Carolyn, and my father and I watched yours, Bob's, and several others videos. Wecmade several trips over the 5 1/2 years I lived with him. He gave me his 14' travel trailer, and now that he's passed, I am beginning our dream of living FT in it with 2 cats in May. You and Bob, and Hanks, Endless RV, etc showed me I can do this. Nomadland clenched it, I have some grieving and mourning to do for both parents; I know the road and the winds call me to do it there. Carolyn, thank you for your teaching videos, your courage, and just being you.

I love you Carolyn. ❤ It’s not often that I see someone who is so inspirational. 🙏🏻

For me, hitting 50 provided my "I don't give a damn what you think about me." Bras no longer worn, hair cut perhaps twice a year. I was never big on makeup, so not putting on mascara regularly was an easy give-up. It helped that I could retire early. I bought an RV and when I went into towns, I took more care.

So much to look forward to, although as the weeks get closer to my move as a full-time single, 78-year-old female, I find myself getting scared. Today, the date was confirmed that I will leave the house and move into my trailer on June 20. I am holding on tight to each of your videos and ones that can calm me and help me to be hopeful. It would help a little if I could at least see what I am moving into and what I will be driving, but all have been done sight-unseen. Even at that, as the Mortgage company plays games I don't know if the trailer people and the man who owns the truck will be able to hang in there with me and wait for them to get money in hand. All I could afford was a small down payment and they have been hanging in there for over a month, so lots of fingers and toes are crossed! Thanks, Carolyn..maybe we will run into each other on the road someday.

Great video Carolyn! The simpler we live, the happier and more contented we become. Having less gives me more. Experiences over stuff works.

You be you. I enjoy watching your videos no matter what you look like

This is an incredible freedom message! Thank you for your unabashed honesty. Be you Boo ❤️

Love it. Hope to be like you one day. We are on our first trip locally and next Friday will be free from our sticks and bricks