Told to LEAVE - My First Vanlife Conflict

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Жыл бұрын

I was told to LEAVE by the end of the day at an establishment where there shouldn't have been any issues - but how clear were their rules to begin with? This was my first Vanlife Conflict, not too bad I guess for something that was bound to happen.
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My name is Matthew and I live in a van. I lost my job due to "cut backs" from the pandemic of 2020 and decided to seriously restructure my life. I am also a single dad who needed to find a solution that would allow me to remain in my daughter's life and plan for her future. After tons of research into #vanlife, I knew it was for me.
From March 2021 until October 2021 I spent my days building out my Chevrolet Express 2500, which came to be known as "Lucky" and as of October 18, 2021 I have been living in Lucky full time.
The build was done with almost no experience on my end and I used the one incredible tool I had at my disposal - the internet - to learn what I needed to build Lucky into a very comfortable tiny home.
I have always had a bit of a passion for being in front of the camera and really enjoy capturing the world around us. This really played into how I was feeling after almost a year of working from home when I "commuted" from the bedroom to the couch. I was starting to feel extremely unhealthy, unmotivated and despondent. I HATED that, and that's not a word I like to throw around. This new lifestyle gives me opportunities I just didn't have before and I am so excited to be able to share it all with you.
I truly believe we all have the capabilities to turn our lives around, should we choose to do so - and if I can inspire you to shoot for something better then I have done a decent job and that will keep me going.
There is more to life than the consume, consume, spend, spend lifestyle I feel we have all been conditioned to follow and I just want to do the best I can for myself first and foremost. Our time is limited and I do not want to waste another second on a lifestyle that doesn't bring me joy!
Be Happy, Be Creative, Be Yourself and BE POSITIVE!

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@connielentz1114 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been noticing more and more signs saying “no overnight parking” “no camping” and such. It seems that the upper crust wants to make life more and more difficult for hard working people just trying to survive. Humans evolved as nomads and there have always been gypsies and other traveling people. The thing I like about your channel compared to other van life channels is that you are painting a realistic picture. Very few people can afford $200,000 for a custom van with a recirculating shower, induction cooktop and electric Murphy bed.

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

Electric Murphy bed….imagine if that went haywire

@jayceewedmak9524 Жыл бұрын

@@VanlifePLUS 😂

@crankshaft007 Жыл бұрын

If you watch some of the other van lifer channels you would understand further why this is happening. Unfortunately some of the van lifers are taking advantage of the spots and turning them into a camp site. And some being out right dicks to the businesses, owners, residents around them. To the point that businesses, municipalities or cities just toss up no overnight parking. So the only people to blame are the bad van lifers that caused conflict at these places. As a example a local highway rest stop has turned into a van lifer permanent living. They have set up structures, tables, tarps and large propane cylinders just so obvious. And you know what is going to happen next? No overnight parking signs will be posted and who’s fault is that?

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

@@crankshaft007 yeah, that has always been a big concern - others ruining it for everyone else who is following the rules and trying to lead by example. Even more unfortunately are the reasons WHY so many more people are living out of their vehicles and I don’t think that is something that is going to get better any time soon

@jayceewedmak9524 Жыл бұрын

@@crankshaft007 The reststop management/owner should stop things from the beginning. I'm not saying it's their fault, just that it's a reststop for one night - as in "rest" "stop" - and Canada is just too big not to have somewhere to pull over and have a rest from driving. Now, the vanlifers, they deserve their butts kicked. I truly don't understand selfish, self-centered, entitled people - I'm really becoming fed-up with being denied the ability to do things, dragging out bags of their garbage, picking up their broken glass, people not having grey water tanks - the list goes on ... They're just yahoos. End of rant. Sorry 😔 Edit to say - I'm in a grand caravan so I'm not dissing all dwellers ✌

@naomidonovan-perry2667 Жыл бұрын

Had the same thing happen in London Ontario. We were in for dinner and got a note on our windshield. They lost a customer that day.

@craigrandall8930 Жыл бұрын

Yes, I agree. Best way to loose a customer. I have done the same.

@gigigiseleworld Жыл бұрын

Some people are so cruel. Karma 😻🌹😽

@donpeace894 Жыл бұрын

I don't think they care

@houseofstone3560 Жыл бұрын

30k subscribers. Let’s make it happen

@ShinyNickelBlades Жыл бұрын

Wow! That reminds me of the only time I had an issue parking anywhere in my van. I was working at Walmart and the security guards kept harassing me saying 8 hours is a little long to be parked there... And I kept telling them I worked there.

@margueritemitchell1829 Жыл бұрын

I sometimes park in a lot where my daughter used to work .....the spots with big yellow dots on them are employee parking...so over 3 hrs isn't unusual

@ShinyNickelBlades Жыл бұрын

I was parked in the employee parking, and I was NOT trying to sleep there.

@christinamann3640 Жыл бұрын

That’s so ridiculously stupid of them

@kathrynb4683 Жыл бұрын

I had security at 2 PM waiting at my motorhome as I walked up with over $400 items! I took a short video. Posted it on my Google review. I promptly walked back in, asked for the manager and quietly returned everything. Told him he likely lost 10x that by the security doing that. Stores need to know reviewers have impact.

@ShinyNickelBlades Жыл бұрын

@@kathrynb4683 I would have returned everything also.

@arlienelson1609 Жыл бұрын

I am surprised the flying J doesn't allow overnight parking. When I traveled from BC to Arizona last year in my rav4 (set up for sleeping in) I often stayed at Flying J in the States. I would call when I arrived and asked if they allowed overnight. I phoned instead of walking as it felt safer being a solo woman. They all said yes but only had a designated number of spots. The showers are great. You never know what led to them saying no. In Vernon BC, where I live, the only place friendly to overnight parking was Superstore. This fall though it was shut down due to jerks who left a lot of garbage . Someone even built a "campfire" on the pavement! It's annoying when the few thoughtless entitled people ruin it for everyone else.

@johnwang9914 6 ай бұрын

I think a lot had to do with the van being an older Chevy with mismatched panel colours, curtains separating the cab from the cargo, solar panels and a pet cat. If you look like you don't live in your vehicle or rather are affluent then they won't mind you staying the night but if they think you might live there indefinitely and are poor then they would want to chase you away.

@heartdawg Жыл бұрын

What they charge for the showers the plug-in should be included!!

@TheOriginalHippieChick Жыл бұрын

Damn it, you gave me anxiety when I didn’t see you put your spare key 🔑 away. Frick☮️

@sarah_n_tank_girl Жыл бұрын

You too??? LOL

@TheOriginalHippieChick Жыл бұрын

Yeppers, lol

@martna1 Жыл бұрын

ALWAYS better to do things in person if you can.

@monikarohr4994 Жыл бұрын

Man, your face before you said Stella who was the culprit 😂😂😂😂😂 I’m still laughing hard. I swear it doesn’t matter how shitty my day is you always makes me laugh 😆

@jennifert8224 Жыл бұрын

36:22 psst! you didn’t hear this from me.. but there are a TON of parking stall power outlets in the Foothills Industrial Park. I work in the area, and most warehouses have them.. just in case you needed a backup.. plus! The area becomes a ghost town after 7pm I’d say….

@Nodeelite Жыл бұрын

Surprised the solar panels don't shatter with the sudden temperature change with the hot water

@navigatingthedestination Жыл бұрын

The owner of the flying J probably thought you were going to spend the night there because you were plugged in and had the window coverings on your windows. 🤔 you have alot more places to park overnight than here in BC. More and more no overnight/camping signs have been going up all over BC. Especially in Vancouver, but ppl kind of ruined it by staying in one place.

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

Yeah. You HAVE to constantly move, don’t become an eyesore or a burden

@TheLeopardGirl Жыл бұрын

Love when you reminisce about your grandad and stuff you did with mum!😊 When you told your tv you loved it, simple pleasures for a very uncomplicated guy!😊

@royourownboat Жыл бұрын

I thought he was talking to Stella for a sec before I realized it was the TV 📺 😆 🤣

@debrandw246 Жыл бұрын

So glad you gave Amber a heater and you have a lovely new one. Bless you all and both stay warm.

@rouxchat6033 Жыл бұрын

You handled that note on your windshield well. Because the two employees appeared clueless as to why the notice was issued, I would have spoken directly to the owner since he was the person leaving the notice. Hope no further issues arise. ETA: Love your turquoise and brown plaid jacket.

@keepamericayisraelgreat5708 Жыл бұрын

I just love how protective most of the watchers are with VanlifePLUS

@onemoreday1550 Жыл бұрын

Agree

@RebeccaTreeseed 6 ай бұрын

You are not entitled to a conversation, get off their property.

@christinelane9510 Жыл бұрын

Surprise!! I was too. From the US to Canada, Amazon had mixed delivery days, they were confused. So happy the heater came early. Hugs and Love

@vallovesnature8449 Жыл бұрын

We’re getting that cold weather at night Feb 3 & 4. Supposed to be -13C. A bit cold for NJ. I’m in my jeep so no heater. My friend is letting me hunker down at his house for two nights. Going to be interesting if I can sleep on a normal bed since the last time was April 6,2022.

@darcyallen3912 Жыл бұрын

Awwww I miss those Coop trips too. The best cheese is there. Nice to see the store again. And you too of course, son. 🥰

@007nadineL Жыл бұрын

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰😍😍🤩🤩😘🤩🤩

@TheLeopardGirl Жыл бұрын

I love when Matthew tells the stories of his childhood about his homelife with mum, dad and Byron and time with grandparents watching TV shows and movies eating popcorn, time spent with grandad fixing things and on the boat. He's definitely a family man, it's really refreshing!😊

@aaronthedj12 Жыл бұрын

There was a van parked right beside where you parked, that is identical to yours, parked there for months. They probably thought he was back. Also a cube van with wood stove puffin away there, also for months. So I think they finally got sick of people staying there for long periods of time.

@traveldreamer4616 Жыл бұрын

Ridiculous that establishments start leaving notes on vans patronizing the place. You humor is great. Thanks.

@Nikki-ok2bf Жыл бұрын

Sorry about the flyin j situation. Memberships only cost $1, and you get a rebate at the end of the year. If the straight-up melatonin doesn't work, try super sleep. It has melatonin and L-thamine and L-5-HTP. It will knock you right out. There is a fantastic hot pot place across the street from that parking lot that you stayed at, it's nice on a cold day. Thanks for another great video!

@Kat-nl5gh Жыл бұрын

I’m only 6 minutes in and the suspense is killing me bc you’re not talking 😂 Edit: so sorry you had to deal with that. They shouldn’t have put anything on your car unless you had stayed more than 24 hours. Better days are ahead my friend 🤗

@sharongilley8393 8 ай бұрын

I hear a lot of complaints about starlink.......

@bonniejackson1321 Жыл бұрын

You were so gracious and skillful, respectful. Try to get a name from the person you are getting clarity from so that if you get a fine, you can say but x said...

@UrdnotChuckles Жыл бұрын

Can't go wrong with grilled cheese with turkey and swiss, or some other tasty cheese of your choosing!

@jacobravenwood7968 Жыл бұрын

The best way to test that flying J is to go back repeat the same routine you did last time except this time do not plug in lucky or cover the windows and if they still leave a note on the windshield in that short amount of time then you can probably conclude that there simply profiling certain vehicle types at that point.

@knightrider693 Жыл бұрын

In the end it won't matter. If the owner wants to put notes on every van that comes by he can as it's private property. It's not nice but I'm sure he must have had problems before.. Not all van lifers are as considerate as Matt unfortunately and it only takes a few bad apples to ruin the whole bunch. We used to have a couple in a van park in our apartment lot, it was a four unit building and they'd be cooking smelly food all the time and letting their dog shit wherever it wanted and throwing cig butts around. A single lady living there was uncomfortable with two dirty looking ppl with dreadlocks hanging around her place all day so she had to call the cops. This was after over a month of them living there. They left, they may not have been hurting anyone but they were infringing on ppls peace of mind and taking a spot from visitors of ppl paying for that privilege

@madhatter8642 Жыл бұрын

i hope that you have a better day tomorrow

@edithgomez8092 Жыл бұрын

Your are very funny love your video !!!! Thank you !!!

@emilecousineau1464 Жыл бұрын

Sorry about the Flying J incident. You were so polite and calm. Good job. My husband and and I thought that you had left one of your shades up and that is why they thought you were staying....Better luck next time. Love the cats..great companions. Happy trails, keep warm as à cold front is here. Montréal température is -22. We want to go winter camping in our Roadloft but not at - 22. Lol. Especially at 76 and 79. Regards.❤️ Thanks for sharing your stories.

@anthonyg9787 Жыл бұрын

check the floor for rust... prevent a crome thing

@chantalduplessis7928 Жыл бұрын

Bread sausage cheese tomato's..In the waffle maker yum yum

@vikki92411 Жыл бұрын

You are so funny. Thanks for sharing 😊

@davidmahan4160 Жыл бұрын

Hope you remembered to put your spare key back.

@JoeZyzyx Жыл бұрын

Be careful about turning on wipers if they are frozen to the window. I did that once, and it didn't just blow a fuse, but burned out the motor that runs the wipers. I was NOT a happy camper over that one! I wish cars would do like years before and allow you to spray wiper fluid WITHOUT automatically turning the wipers on too. If you pour some rubbing alcohol just above the wiper blades and wait a bit, it will soften an ice that might have the blades frozen to the window. I also add extra rubbing alcohol and dish soap to my wiper fluid. My 20 yr old Viper remote start still works on my old minivan, so have the luxury of starting my minivan up 15 minutes before I go out to it. Also good if traveling and stop for a nap along interstate, if I need to run AC or heat while napping in back. If I ever get a newer vehicle, I WILL have a remote start system installed in it too! I paid $400 in 2004 for it, and that cost averaged across 19 years comes to about $20 per year now.

@sandrajohnson9926 Жыл бұрын

Great advice.

@christy76840 Жыл бұрын

Well I just warn by to say that I was ticked off for you when they unplugged your van because of the cats. It really made me mad. You're a nice and good man. I would've done a Karen on them

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

All good Christy. The plug wasn’t running the heater, just keeping the batteries topped up. Still annoying though yeah

@suzanaslejmar6166 Жыл бұрын

You were actually nice I would have freak out 🤣lol specially in this weather!!! 🤔

@dallaslemieux4161 Жыл бұрын

Love your humour Matt, you make me laugh, love it 🥰 health and happiness for you my friend 🙏🤗

@jeffparrish9791 Жыл бұрын

Canadians are too nice😆you were a paying customer, they should zip it until midnight at least.

@jayceewedmak9524 Жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with being nice

@christinanavarre8389 Жыл бұрын

Good evening Matthew. Doesn't every day life just keep you shaking your head, somewhat like a bobble head sun catcher?? I needed to see all of you tonight, 💗 Thank you all for being here. Smiling, because of you made my turmoil lessen. Pet Penny and Stella for me. Interesting 2 days for me, January left with a complete 💥 explosion in my day. My trucks center yoke of the 2 piece driveshaft decided to let go, what an awfully loud noise that was, right under me. I was blessed by having a spot to put my truck on a side street, next to Murphy's Pub.....abit of Ireland. However 930 a.m a tad too early to be partaking of the spirits. I don't drink anyway. But trust me by the end of this day, it was tempting. So after 4 hours of sitting waiting for Sheba my cat to be out of surgery, finding a tow truck that would hook me up and take me to pick up my kitty. My 2005 F150 was on a flatbed, for a 55 minute ride. After $300.00, we all were home. Me with a broken truck, and a new driveshaft required, a yoke cannot be replaced on this one. Either $967.00 and a wait until Feb 24th back order from dealer or after market $647. Both of these prices are either my whole months income or 2/3rds of it. I am beside myself. And to complete my 24 hr Riot period, at 1:25 a m my furnace in my camper stopped. Putting me abruptly awake & outside switching tanks. Not that easy. After literally taking down the empty tank & moving new tank & re hook up. It still said nope. But I had a propane smell in my camper home at 2 degrees Fahrenheit. At 3 pm I repeated tank process and furnace came to life. So she's temperamental. PERFECT ❤️. But she's working. Can't wait for the rest of this month.0 degrees Fahrenheit in morning and -2 Thursday nite ahead. Mathew you stay warm hun. Be Safe, Be Healthy and Always find Joy in your day 🐈‍⬛🐈🐾🍀🇨🇦❄️☃️🇺🇲

@kazzicup Жыл бұрын

I was just about to say "You need a hat" and you put it on 5:55 . 🎩

@brianmcintyre8940 Жыл бұрын

At flying j Hope bc I asked if it was OK to park overnight. They said no sorry. Apparently somewhere a van caught fire and burned a truck parked nearby . ???

@Mike360PZJGKP Жыл бұрын

Hey maybe check out 57 St N.E. by Cabellas there are quite a few Vans like yours parked there. I see them everyday going to and from work and they have been there for a long time. One down side at this street is that there is lot of Truck traffic and the Airport is near by. Maybe talk to them and see what they say about parking there.

@bobbear4437 Жыл бұрын

yep, use your cell phone as a hot spot, we do that when we lose our cable internet,,,, sandwich, roast beef and cheese!

@user-lm3ll1jp7f Жыл бұрын

I am in SouthEast Wisconsin and I have been staying mostly at Park N Rides, and Walmart and Planet Fitness . Been -15C lately.. brr... stay warm

@user-lm3ll1jp7f Жыл бұрын

What is overnight parking??? Is it you arrive before dark and leave after sunrise? What if you arrive after dark and leave before rise???? Things that make you go hmmmmm...

@rouxchat6033 Жыл бұрын

As usual, rules that are clear as mud. 😆 🤣 😂 😹 😆

@royourownboat Жыл бұрын

In trucking in the USA it means over the night. So they could give you a fine if you're there around dawn.

@user-lm3ll1jp7f Жыл бұрын

WOW is that a secret MALL located in the back of Drug Mart!?!!?!?!?!

@ThomasAtkinson Жыл бұрын

Van City and you are so similar!

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

Yup, we both have big personalities

@ThomasAtkinson Жыл бұрын

Better then Foresty Forest! He sounds so mopey and awkward!

@DorkForge Жыл бұрын

Feels like the Flying J just made an assumption about you without doing their due diligence to wait a bit after noticing Lucky for the first time. Hopefully you don't receive anymore trouble from them in the future!

@PokeyzSTUFF Жыл бұрын

Right. It wasn't even night time 🙄.

@valeriehancotte-galan4790 Жыл бұрын

Glad that you documented...I am!

@doublingdown1736 Жыл бұрын

Exactly! That was ridiculous! 😊

@pattievans7342 7 ай бұрын

Stupid of flying j even if you spend one night you spent money there!

@Coconutoilcrazy Жыл бұрын

Sub title for you "Not Just Another Van Life Channel" this is the best/entertaining channel on youtube, and I have watched more than I care to admit to, had to sub and like.

@marconion Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel and thank you for the support.

@VaguelyMeandering Жыл бұрын

Another excellent video, Matthew. Always polite and kind, especially with, um, less then intelligent staff. You are wise to go back to Flying J. And if they are rude towards you, let US know and we'll take it from there. I mean, I know I live province away, but I can put my smiting beams on high.

@teg1265 Жыл бұрын

New subscriber here.... You are hilarious 😂

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel! I’m glad you enjoyed the video and am happy I could make you laugh!

@marconion Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel and thank you for the support.

@1sthawkfeathers547 Жыл бұрын

Hey Matt ! It is Meema and Jessi Beagle from Florida ! I have been working on my property that my Caretakers destroyed, so I am catching up. If I could, I would put camping areas out here for those in need. Perhaps in the future. I had one bathroom in my mobile home replaced 🙃 YAY indoor plumbing ! The first good shower I have had in months. It was RIGHTEOUS ! AND a flushable loo, too. I feel like a Princess. I have Faith that we will be strong enough to get through these Times. ⚔️🇺🇸🙏

@newfoundlanderoverlander Жыл бұрын

Getting good with those angles !!! Love it

@danthesquirrel Жыл бұрын

It was probably the flag. They were probably thinking "Hey, it's one of those pirates again and they're even brazenly warning people of death and danger!" Perhaps you could fly a "Stay Paw-sitive" flag with the four toe bean salute. That or a flag with muppets. It's the rare person who dislikes muppets.

@wendi2819 Жыл бұрын

This vid has 61k views! Yey! You're moving up. Congratulations 👏🎉

@victoriabaker6943 Жыл бұрын

We’re about to get another cold snap . Not like your but in the teens. Stay warm love to Stella & Penny

@whereswendy8544 Жыл бұрын

Just subbed, I like your personality and the kitties are adorable.💞

@marconion Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel and thank you for the support.

@davidmahan4160 Жыл бұрын

In Scandinavian countries, you have to have two sets of tyres, Summer and Winter and on certain set days you have to change from one set to the other.

@grandwizard9088 Жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣 I understand mandating winter tires in winter, but if I want to run my winters in summer it’s my own prerogative. In fact, being that winter tires are softer rubber, they also perform superior in summer at the cost of faster wear and tear

@sarah_n_tank_girl Жыл бұрын

@@grandwizard9088 I was told by a Oregon state police officer the reason for the tire change mandate is because studs tear up the asphalt...I actually had to sit on the side of the road and "de-stud" my tires with a leatherman 🤬 I also had to sit on the side of the road in Utah and remove my tint 😡 Both times I had plates from a different state where my vehicle was road legal in my state of residence...but who am I to argue in the middle of nowhere with an officer...

@theseamazingplaces Жыл бұрын

Mobile version of Starlink is $2500 for equipment. This version is for vehicles and boats that want connection while moving. The version Chrome has is $500 for equipment and $110 per month.

@teresaursua6138 Жыл бұрын

Side note: I love your kitties 😸 🐱🐈‍⬛💖💖

@kathleensauerbrei5199 Жыл бұрын

Karcher makes quality/ long lasting products. ( and yes, they are expensive, but well worth it)

@Stuart123 Жыл бұрын

I am surprised that you didn’t let the defroster melt your windshield ice before you run your wipers, and tear the rubber lol, cheers from Vancouver Island 🇨🇦

@martna1 Жыл бұрын

Put tuube socks on the wipers to keep them free of ice.

@kimmers34 Жыл бұрын

Pool noodles keep the ice off them too

@BBare. Жыл бұрын

You actually made me LOL when you smelled the bottle! 😂😅😃

@djonbreak Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel! Also in Calgary 😊

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel Shane!

@wendyrobertson3899 Жыл бұрын

Ok yup mobile starlink is slooooow, BUT if you can get a home address to send your home base along with a mobile base set you will get priority regardless of which one you're on. We did it that way and have had no problem. Yes you're right the start up cost is stupid expensive but mobility is the game

@lovingatlanta Жыл бұрын

👍🤩Just found your channel and you’re a hoot of a character. I’ll check out your other videos. Wishing you the absolute best.💝

@marconion Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel and thank you for watching!

@backcountryboondockers Жыл бұрын

Glad I'm in quartzite. We have starlink with no problems. Fast af

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

Lol one day!

@onetuffchick7465 Жыл бұрын

Best part of this video is when you told your TV you loved it. Had me rollin'. My TV is the one thing I know I'll miss. It's a 56' Samsung that was originally $650, but it was the floor model, on sale, and I got other discounts that brought the total down to $200 including tax. I've had it for over a year and although I've never told it this, I do love it. 📺

@007nadineL Жыл бұрын

Me too. I CRACKED UP

@gifted_animalrescuer Жыл бұрын

My first time seeing your channel. I am not a Vanlifer yet. I wanted to say I saw your your 2 cats and couldn't help but notice the tortie. I had 2 and miss them so much. I am an animal rescuer mostly cats.

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel!

@juliapernicka2698 Жыл бұрын

I can see clearly now the crack is gone. I can see all obstacles in my way. Somehow I missed lucky getting a new windshield.

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

BHahaha! That was episode 1 of this Chapter 😁

@AnnJSundayDrives Жыл бұрын

That is weird that there is no overnight parking at a Flying J. Most truck stops in the U.S. you can stay at over night night. That is a lot for a shower too. I think it is sweet that you are sentimental about places you were with your family and made memories. You are a content creator and may have thought or done this already, but I suggest you take pictures of all the places you have pleasant memories. Why? Because the next time you go back there it may not be there any longer. I have experienced that a few times over the years. A favorite restaurant my grandmother took me burned down during a horrible forest fire. Our barn that my grandpa built for us collapsed this year from the weight of a heavy snow fall. My grandma and grandpa have been gone several years now so losing places that remind me of them really stinks. Take care Matthew.

@davidmahan4160 Жыл бұрын

Great to hear your back-up heater is working well for Amber 🙂👍

@RVingwithLuck Жыл бұрын

A mall with people?! I don’t know if I could socialize. Lol😂

@Melissa-Hall Жыл бұрын

Have either of your babies ever gotten out without you knowing? We traveled with our 2 last year and I was constantly terrified one would get out and I wouldn't know where! I would die 🥺

@Melissa-Hall Жыл бұрын

@Road Grace Thank you! You as well ✌️😊

@markbajek2541 Жыл бұрын

You might want to micro chip the pets and if they wear collars place something like a "tile" close range locator device on it . It might give you a bit of peace of mind if they happen to jump out on you , you'll have a better shot at getting them back.

@endah9692 Жыл бұрын

Yes awhile back he had a vid where one of the kitties took off and Matt was scrambling to catch them. 🐈 😃

@allisongoodall6487 8 ай бұрын

My cat is the only reason I won't do van life! That anxiety would be waaaay too much...ppl have lost their cats from vanlife😢...

@tarotjoanne Жыл бұрын

I was eating cottage cheese and you started talking about the milky condensation in that bottle 🤢🤮😂🤣

@JB-kd5uv Жыл бұрын

FYI. Good call on the Telus update. I have found that Telus and Bell have way better coverage. And, I’m Rogers shy due to the “blip” last summer. I have unlimited data (as of tomorrow) with Bell for $55 per month - but it is slowed after a certain amount - which would be hard for a KZfaqr.

@kathleenmorrow3792 Жыл бұрын

Just starting to watch the video. Two minutes into it. Sure looks cold and windy in that part of Canada. ❄❄❄❄❄❄😾😾

@GypsyJvan Жыл бұрын

thanks.. i enjoyed ur video..

@jonnygrizz Жыл бұрын

FYI Matthew, when you call Rogers to cancel, ask if they have a "Retention Dept." If so, ask to speak to them and tell them your issues. If a company has such a department, the reps there have the authority to customize services and see what they may offer you to stay. It's a good rule of practice when cancelling any service. Secondly, I don't get the FlyingJ thing. You're a paying customer inside the place! If they have an issue with squatters, then when you pay for a shower they should give you a time-stamped pass to put in your windshield while you're inside. Also, next time I was there and paying, I'd tell the cashier what happened here so she/he will be aware and tell "the boss" in case he/she decides to scout out the parking lot again. Just a thought.

@TheLvablebird Жыл бұрын

👋 Hi from New Mexico🌶️🌵...Have a good day Matt.

@seanvickers8849 Жыл бұрын

I know them at that flying J and no longer go there because of the way they operate. Go to the Blackfoot J instead.

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

Interesting. Thanks for the heads up Sean

@kcho4829 Жыл бұрын

Rules are meant to be broken

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

Amen brother lol

@stacynoble3909 Жыл бұрын

The cats don't seemed to be to concerned when they shit in the van!!

@allegrosotto2126 Жыл бұрын

My cat hates it, always prefers outside, yet when we lived in a house, it wasn't an issue. House was bigger😁

@tyson1fan487 Жыл бұрын

Reach out to Star link ✨️ your channel is growing and you are who they would likely love you to advertise for them. Just saying!! It can't hurt.

@VanmaRuth Жыл бұрын

Great video Matthew! Much love and hugs

@Coconutoilcrazy Жыл бұрын

OH, and you know how the Algo creeps us? When you opened the Spray can trigger handle. I went to Amazon to check it out, I put spray ca....and the first recommended ad was the trigger handle

@lja6420 Жыл бұрын

MAN... I wish I could say what I am thinking... Those who are thinking the same thing know what I am thinking....

@sarah_n_tank_girl Жыл бұрын

I totally 2nd that thought...and I would add a few choice words and some sign language as well!

@joefratianni8693 Жыл бұрын

Word of mechanical advice, don't top off the tank like that. The charcoal filter in the evap canister will soak up gas and cause it to fail and give you evap codes. Those things ain't cheap either and are usually buried. When it clicks, its done. Fight the urge to round off lol.

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

THAT! Is a hard urge to break my man lol

@howardwingfield9693 Жыл бұрын

That's what I heard the 1st click take the novel out you're done

@joefratianni8693 Жыл бұрын

@Road Grace Haha yes, I still have to fight that too!

@howardwingfield9693 Жыл бұрын

I THINK code 041

@karenshiels6566 Жыл бұрын

Our choices of wifi here in Canada is sadly limited. Almost embarrassing. Hope you told Rogers WHY you canceled. I love shopping at the Co op when in Calgary. Their " homemade " bread is worth it.

@reneerix3607 Жыл бұрын

I frigging love ❤️ u Matt I’m Renee Paradiso Rix lol love the double names lol

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

Welcome to Patreon! 👊

@AmyStoneYT Жыл бұрын

Love watching your days here in YT. Thank you for sharing them with us and thank you for your amazing positivity ❤

@ShirleyJarrett Жыл бұрын

Your videos always brighten my day! Carry on...!🤗

@robertphillips3893 Жыл бұрын

You need to rewatch this video. Clearly, Miss Stella dropped the bomb and then walked in front of you when the smell hit you. Poor Penny didn't do the deed. Stella was celebrating you cleaning her poop while blaming Penny.

@lja6420 Жыл бұрын

As the slave of 2 cats you are correct sir.... they point the finger at each other all the time at 3AM after one leaves the litter box...

@robertphillips3893 Жыл бұрын

@@lja6420 😂

@something2chewon Жыл бұрын

First time watching. I like your jim Carrie humor type flair. God bless and stay safe.

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Welcome to the channel

@KyleRuggles Жыл бұрын

There's a good reason to have 2 wifi spots, they're both on different networks, Telus and Rogers are different networks so if you get a bad signal on one, the other may be better.

@sunnyrivers Жыл бұрын

Sniffs bottle “Don’t do that ill advised” 🤣😂😅 omg funny♥️

@susancross5192 Жыл бұрын

Love your kitties! Thank you for giving them a good life.

@davidmathersonparanormal522 Жыл бұрын

Sir, you are a star. I love your sense of humor and contact me if you ever decide to travel to Beverly Hills CA. 😊😊😊

@alanshaffer6724 Жыл бұрын

Hi Matthew

@VanlifePLUS Жыл бұрын

Hi Alan

@davidmahan4160 Жыл бұрын

I love these car washes you have. That paint job on Lucky is amazing.

@Debbzvanventure Жыл бұрын

The flying J in Las Vegas is horrible. I guess they have a homeless problem and only allow 4 hour parking then they bang on your door and yell at you. Facilities are only available to those with commercial licenses aka truckers.