THE DAILY VAN LIFE ROUTINE - A Day Of Picking Up Van Life Essentials

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THE DAILY VAN LIFE ROUTINE - A Day Of Picking Up Van Life Essentials

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Living full-time in my rolling tiny home has been the best decision of my life. Off-Grid living offers a peace and connection to life that you just can't explain. When i first started van life i build a stealth camper van with the mindset the you had to live a stealth van life and i soon discovered that you can just live the city van life and boondock in the countryside and as long as you are respectful of the backcountry and cities you live in. Stealth van life in not necessary. Be proud of the life you choose to live, Share this van life journey with everyone. Remember Tiny Homes and The whole tiny house lifestyle is very popular and #vanlife is no different. When you don't hide it people will come say hi and ask you questions. The world is more curious than hateful. Well......Welcome to my everyday van life adventures. My name is Chrome Valdez and i travel full-time with Cruz the bulldog. Stay weird everyone and thank you for being here.

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@peterk2343 3 жыл бұрын

Not all of Vanlife is glamorous but neither is regular life.

@jameshambrick7918 3 жыл бұрын

🎼 Happy Birthday To You! 🎼 Happy Birthday To You! 🎼 Happy Birthday Dear Mom 🎼 Happy Birthday To You! 🎈

@selfesteem3447 3 жыл бұрын

🎼 Nicely done🤗

@ThecatladyVAN 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the coffee sleeve! That's so cool. Now, I'm gonna have to see Chrome this summer 😁

@marymilstead8359 3 жыл бұрын

Happy birthday to Chrome's mom!! Awesome day.

@SB-xu8pi 3 жыл бұрын

I've watched way to many videos of yours. When you said your leaving the Island to head back to the city, and some other plans, I thought, oh cool, Chrome will be back in my neighbourhood. Maybe I can finally bring/have a beer before he leaves my hood. Then I see the Canadian Tire, then the strip mall with laundry, and I think oh he's already here. And then you literally park on my street and point at my townhouse complex. Haha, I knew you were heading here. But like always, once I see my neighbourhood in the videos, your already gone. I know I'll run into you at some point. Listing my townhouse for sale within a month, and planning on living in my unconverted van when the TH sells. I'll see you in the backcountry, I'll be the guy working on his van.

@flaja127 3 жыл бұрын

Best of luck to you. So wise beginning unconverted. I'm changing from the van idea I was hoping for to starting from my Hyundai Accent. This will be interesting, if nothing else.

@GoldenHour1 3 жыл бұрын

I can just see Chrome's dating profile. Handsome, greying 40 something with a bulldog who always looks mad ( but cute). Pees in bottle, poops in bucket, looking for like-minded female for adventure. That being said my perfect guy would travel in his own van and I in mine (currently shopping for one). We have fun filming and editing, (my passion) and then we each retire to our own vans.

@soniadaugherty5211 3 жыл бұрын

💯 I have been having that idea for a while now. I cant give up my own van home. And we would both need our own spaces. Lol it sounds perfect. Finding another guy as cute, kind and clean as Chrome seems so challenging though. Chrome, thanks for sharing your life lol. I'm a fan and I've been watching almost from the beginning. Your channel is definitely the most entertaining

@ajisroadtrippin5505 3 жыл бұрын

VanCity VanLife always gets an automatic thumbs up from me. Don't forget to like his channel. It helps get it out to the masses. 🐶🚚

@debbierogers3234 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Chrome!! Just in case you don’t post tomorrow, have a great time with your daughter! Hope your mom has a great b day!! Give Me Cruz a big hug from me!

@casual454t1 3 жыл бұрын

What's up weirdo! Yea, when my power went out from a major ice storm it was 2 weeks b4 it came back on. Pipes froze so even tho I have 2 1/2 bathrooms, no toilet worked until I could afford a plumber. A bucket, toilet seat and cedar mulch came in very handy. Plus I've been a camper most my life, so no biggie if I don't have a regular toilet.

@kmarshall53 3 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday to your Mom and enjoy your day! 🎂🎁

@JustAGalOnTheGo 3 жыл бұрын

Chrome, buy yourself a splatter screen for your frying pan. They’re flat so it should fit in your stuff, and it will change your life as far as the splatter spray goes. 😉 I really like sausages and really hated the mess. Now it’s super quick clean up.

@triciac4240 3 жыл бұрын

You and Cruzie are fantastic! Thanks for all the info and for sharing your real lives. You warm my heart.

@catherinemiller9798 3 жыл бұрын

Oh Chrome!!! I'm sitting in my Living Room watching todays vid. "hey, would you poop in a bag?", all goes quiet. If that didn't put off a women...grab her quick. LOL LOL I love how people love you. You might be weird but that doesn't mean not lovable. ENJOY!!!

@karensawyer3639 3 жыл бұрын

I love those patches on Cruze! He represents so well!!🇨🇦🍁& the "Free hugs?" LOL!!! Hes just TOO cute! Great idea: write a list of pros & cons. Thats a great plan, the reason i think ur channel is so well liked is bc of how real u keep it. Pls keep doing u! We all ❤ u!

@1Polglen 3 жыл бұрын

I do enjoy watching your videos. But is mince usually called hamburger. A hamburger is something different in New Zealand. I love how words are used differently across the world.

@GoldenHour1 3 жыл бұрын

We call it hamburger here in the US too.

@cherriemckinstry131 3 жыл бұрын

@@GoldenHour1 yeah but other words sometimes get lost.. like when I moved with my husband to different military posts.. coke to me meant coke...to some any soda was coke.. others said pop.... then others would say bubbly...lol. So I'd always say " what flavor is it? Then I'd get... "I only got orange soda.." I grew up.. soda and pop were the same but we say... wanna coke, root beer or ginger ale.. or JB an Coke.. lol.

@1Polglen 3 жыл бұрын

Cherrie... coke was a processed coal my grandfather used to get a high temperature in his furnace when melting gold. Watching gold melt and run at night time is awesome.

@cliffordsmithey464 3 жыл бұрын

Tell mom happy birthday from the USA 💜💜💜💜💜

@almawatts5234 3 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to say hello you two. Be safe, be healthy and be bless. Love you man.

@kenn6612 3 жыл бұрын

man kudos to you Chrome for working your butt off making these daily videos! I'm not even sure if I've showered today

@yyxy.oncesaid 3 жыл бұрын

Dementia?♠️

@localchipper4485 3 жыл бұрын

For cooking, search splatter screen (the ones that cover the pan). Great for bacon! Lightweight, compact, cheap Enjoy!

@cherriemckinstry131 3 жыл бұрын

Yes!

@quailqueen6530 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Chrome and Cruz from New Zealand. Love your posts.

@tammystarkey6271 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoy your day with your daughter and Happy Birthday to your mom! 🎂😊

@RTAngelRichards 3 жыл бұрын

I live in northern Alberta. We've had gorgeous weather this month. This morning we woke up to 6" of snow. My husband and I are looking at doing converting our Dodge Journey for living in for the summer so we can travel around the country.

@markkirkwood7031 3 жыл бұрын

Grad to hear your Mother is home & safe & doing well prayers for her 👍 Happy Birthday 🎂

@robertdragoff6909 3 жыл бұрын

Please wish your mom a very happy birthday!

@cherriemckinstry131 3 жыл бұрын

Will we get to see her??

@outcast1189 3 жыл бұрын

Wishing the best for mom im sure all of us would like to see her for a visit

@leonardli3667 3 жыл бұрын

Have fun with your daughter! As a Dad myself I can’t wait to see my daughter during her Spring break. Also, hope your Mom is getting better. Be safe and stay weird!

@judekrys3749 3 жыл бұрын

What a blast! See you tomorrow.

@cendthorgasm4936 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait to get my van and start roaming! Thanks for sharing every day!! 💜

@canadiangirl5119 3 жыл бұрын

Your lifestyle is awesome!! 😎 Continue your journey, we can all dream for one day!!

@patriciaokeefe9522 3 жыл бұрын

Love watching your Channel

@Macnas 3 жыл бұрын

TactiCruz harness, love it!

@deborahwax2100 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Chrome, enjoying my time in south Florida. I believe nice weather aka spring/summer is officially on the way because I went to the beach 2 days ago and looked up at the sky to catch a hugh groups of Canadian Geese flying in V formation headed your way (North).

@flaja127 3 жыл бұрын

Ahhhh when FL gets warm the geese get goin'. ☺

@NatalieHammerTime 3 жыл бұрын

Tell your mom happy birthday 🎁🎁🎁🎉🎉🎉

@terrynewell8968 3 жыл бұрын

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM!🤗

@jennypeasland9586 3 жыл бұрын

Here in the UK we're still getting snow but hopefully next week up to 15deg. Eating right is always hard when you have subscribers sending you lots of goodies😂

@flaja127 3 жыл бұрын

Lots of goodies are Great (to have in stock)! Moderation will keep ya healthy.

@bugzie-a1769 3 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday for your mum, i still watch you every time, been watching you all this long 4 years, now i have also Jeffie Bear thanks to you, all the best :)

@bobsavoie2079 3 жыл бұрын

Now I can enjoy my Sunday

@cherriemckinstry131 3 жыл бұрын

@Crossroads Cuenot yeah.... Me too... man..!

@deultima 3 жыл бұрын

That's the Pickton Farm in PoCo you're parked in front of FYI. I live not far from there, my BC Cannabis Store is located there too.

@kimmiranda5619 3 жыл бұрын

Oh! Hey to Danica! And Happy Birthday to Chrome's mama!

@carrolhenderson1555 3 жыл бұрын

I was watching an old clip of you just to hear voice. Up you pop!! I'm so happy 😊. Thanks🙂

@cyndeeh 3 жыл бұрын

I just did too ! Black beard lol.

@peacefulliving6546 3 жыл бұрын

Very handsome

@nofear2trek 3 жыл бұрын

Best part of my morning routine is when the engine immediately turns over because I didn’t run down my starter batteries by forgetting to turn something off. Then I can focus on my eternal aspiration to appreciate a beautiful sunrise, enjoy a morning coffee, and then decide to travel left, right, or forward (but never retreating) as I continue the odyssey of my life’s journey.

@nofear2trek 3 жыл бұрын

@@glennbeadshaw727 - I live by one thought that has always served me well to remember, ‘Life is Wonderful, if it isn’t, You may be doing it Wrong’.

@Peace_Love_Mama 3 жыл бұрын

@NoFear2trek: did you start your journey with a planned route or do you just go wherever each day?

@nofear2trek 3 жыл бұрын

@@Peace_Love_Mama - I prefer to refer to it as bumbling thru life and only drifting a certain direction. Right now life’s circumstances has me detained in Oregon longer than I had planned, due to business and the Bigfoot’s planned maintenance. So I find myself doing stealth and dispersed camping to suit my needs. The direction I’m drifting is Alaska in June if circumstances change at the border. If not, maybe Key West as a different direction subject to change as my whims effect my bumbling along.

@constantinedonavan6635 3 жыл бұрын

Hey brother it's Phil and Kathy we met in sqwaumish ..love Cruz new tac vest .very cool ..happy birthday wishes to your mom and see ya on the road this summer I'm sure ..stay cool brother and safe travels .

@DaveM-FFB 3 жыл бұрын

Love the exit narrative. Heated toilet seat - LOL! Got my chuckle for today.

@miraidefraser9146 3 жыл бұрын

Hope your mom enjoys her bday 🎂

@katherine5608 3 жыл бұрын

When I used to live in and drive an 18 wheeler I used to pee in a coffee container then transfer it to a bottle and when I was not near a public bathroom I 💩 in a bag that I placed in a bucket. You do what you have to do! That’s life... Thanks for another great video! 🌼

@valentkindred 3 жыл бұрын

Wish a Happy B-Day to your Mom

@suzanacottam924 3 жыл бұрын

Chrome I have to say, you got me thinking about luxuries and heated floors & toilet seats & how you can emulate a life of luxury with your porta-loo! Brilliant! Keep up the great work mate! I like the way you think! 😉🐨🦘🌻🦋

@davepalmetto 3 жыл бұрын

Have fun and take care and take it easy and enjoy 😊 it

@mazecentric4124 3 жыл бұрын

Never do the bucket method on Wet wipe Wednesday (day after Taco Tuesday). Pro tip.👍

@selfesteem3447 3 жыл бұрын

At least not before using a big page from the daily news 😬

@59newt 3 жыл бұрын

Ever thought about having a water tank installed? I’m too old to lug water so that’s what I’d have to do!!! One day I pray I will!

@redpandabus-adventuresinlife 3 жыл бұрын

Incase you haven't seen. You can get a plastic welder pretty cheap these days. Then you can have it fit any areas that you want. Just cut the shapes out and weld them together.

@Thesaltboxshed 3 жыл бұрын

Look up snap mounts for your action cameras. They are magnetic. Mine should be on the way soon I hope :)

@adrianrichards247 3 жыл бұрын

This is my “fix” of nice , decent , reality ......thank you guys

@raveninavaniam9438 3 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday to your Mom! 🌺 Have a wonderful time with your daughter :) SOOOO beautiful there!!! I'm still so thrilled that living in wheels and Nomadic life is finally more in the public eye!! I've never felt more fully Liberated and Free....and it truly feeds my Soul. I'm excited to see others experiencing same liberations and inspirations ❤ :)

@scottydoo330 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Great positive stuff broski. Love it.

@lindasuddith622 3 жыл бұрын

You give me adventures I can never afford!. Love you and Cruz❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@carolinedrinkwater8237 3 жыл бұрын

Marie Kondo teaches folding stuff really well. I’ve organised my sock drawer easily as a result.

@marccookson5409 3 жыл бұрын

Happy birthday to your mom. Thanks for another great video. That's what Cruz is doing when he wraps around your leg; giving free hugs.

@nikip9161 3 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday 🌻 to yer Ma, enjoy your time with your family 🤗

@BojanglesDavid 3 жыл бұрын

Always positive vibes man!

@GrayPower60 3 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday Mom, we share the same birthday!!!

@selfesteem3447 3 жыл бұрын

🎀🌸Happy Birthday🌸🎀 to GrayPower

@GiantMeteor2024 3 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday and big hugs for your Mom from Niagara Falls! ❤

@salomewilson9032 3 жыл бұрын

Greetings from the US, Washington DC Chrome, wow I didn't know I'm old enough to be your mom. I'm 61 yrs old as of last November. I'm really amazed, how you get all that mail, packages, and always find a place for everything in your small van home. Enjoy!

@MsVC-cs8ks 3 жыл бұрын

Chrome, the woman of your dreams would probably say "yes" or "I already do" to pooping in a bag :).

@catdogcouplekw4075 3 жыл бұрын

HAPPY birthday to your mom

@Ohiogirl419 3 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday Chrome's momma!!! 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

@deborahb3707 3 жыл бұрын

I live in a apartment, but I'm traveling with you and cruz..

@mobileinmomichellevanlifev2850 3 жыл бұрын

Ty for the video.

@geraldineross5168 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Chrome when packing your clean shirts to save room in your cubby fold the shirt with both sides with the sleeves into the center of the shirt then roll your shirt from the bottom up and they will be like little tubes.

@jonsavage4484 3 жыл бұрын

Happy birthdY mom hope u enjoy Danica

@michealgibson9594 3 жыл бұрын

What's up brother, cool video...as usual.

@BrentsVanLife 3 жыл бұрын

Dammmm, I just got back to Nanaimo from trying to find you in Chemanius Video to come, lol

@ramblynrocketeer 3 жыл бұрын

L👀king forward to the van upgrades 🙌 🚐💨💨

@susan7627 3 жыл бұрын

Great honest video....WE ALL LOVE HOW REAL U R....

@travelingcoda 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos. Even the ones you say are going to be boring.

@tonyp4526 3 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday Mom!

@aineoconnell690 3 жыл бұрын

Happy birthday to your mum. Make the most of your time with her- I lost my mum on 17th April last year and my heart still bleeds 💔💔 On a brighter note- look at Mr Cruz!!! He's so handsome and he knows it lol My dogs a rescue (golden labrador) and if any type of vegetable or fruit is even touching her meat she won't eat it 🙈🙈🙈. After Sunday roasts you'll find me in the kitchen removing said veg from any left overs!!!!

@marcuscooper5797 3 жыл бұрын

Such great videos my friends , fun watching

@andrea.rivers 3 жыл бұрын

I *think* we had our last freeze last night where I am (just a few hours south of your border)! This week's forecast gradually climbs into the 70s! I'm so stinking excited! Sunny all week. Heck yeah!

@mrsmendy3845 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I dream of vanlife, but I also have 3 teens who want nothing to do with it. Thats why I come on here and enjoy with you.

@EmpressEllie 3 жыл бұрын

I had those hash browns this morning! Those spices will be great in them!

@mr.skipper4544 3 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday Mom 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳👍🤗

@davidsager4023 3 жыл бұрын

Have fun and take care and take it easy and enjoy it

@MrLunatic1369 3 жыл бұрын

Stay safe Chrome!

@fredercolani 3 жыл бұрын

Like your channel. I’m a otr trucker and I have a Home Depot bucket I have a plastic toilet seat that fits perfectly on it. I buy the rv liquid deodorant. I put 1 gallon of water and about 10 oz of deodorant which helps break up the waste. I only use it in emergency cases. When it gets half full I dispose of it in a porta potti. Rinse it out and repeat.

@elizabethplascencia1878 3 жыл бұрын

Happy birthday to chrome mom! Best wishes🥳

@dougnewman4609 3 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday Chrome's Mom.

@greyhoundgirl9929 3 жыл бұрын

Cruz-cam is the best!

@stephwillson7161 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Love this channel!

@SueTay. 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the Kiss Cruzie :)

@danielcastro3321 3 жыл бұрын

Respecting others and there choice of living , Keep rocking what your doing , love it buddy !! Thats why we run with those who want to run , thanks chrome ... ONCE AND DONE MOBILE WELDING 👊😎

@tafGarcia 3 жыл бұрын

So happy that your mom is home!

@corporalcuddles 3 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see what you do with the Insta360. You could make Cruz your camera man with his harness.

@JackieHale 3 жыл бұрын

Pumpkin is great for dogs. It is a natural vermicide (parasite killer), like heart worms etc.

@tomjohnson9338 3 жыл бұрын

ZORT! [Zombie Outbreak Response Team] Welcome to the team buddy!

@alisinwanderland 3 жыл бұрын

Happy Birthday to your Mum!!!

@andreamandy2504 3 жыл бұрын

You are hilarious, always make me laugh! I don’t mind using a 🪣, all the same in the end. I think the bigger issue you WILL have finding that perfect woman is getting Cruze off that 💺 😀

@cherriemckinstry131 3 жыл бұрын

Heck cuddling with the dog. Is awesome..

@Peace_Love_Mama 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Your dog is precious. I am really close to starting van life and your videos are super helpful. I am excited to bring my tiny home with me wherever I go.

@elleyd6985 3 жыл бұрын

so love cruzys jacket & stickers so awesome

@sarahloy830 3 жыл бұрын

Pumpkin fries sound delicious. I thought they were for people, lol

@dianematlock7922 3 жыл бұрын

Tell baby girl and momma hi for me, so glad she's home. Hey Cruise...I like sweet potato fries...they come frozen...when you run out, wrap in foil and toss on the fire for 10 or 15 minutes...let dry...and snacks..Cruizie snacks...