VANLIFE AT A GLANCE 2

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Ай бұрын

Hi my name is Renee, a full time #vanlifer , working on my second year of vanlife living this lifestyle and wanted to be for years, a great deal of planning went into getting ready for it. With a lot of help along the way. Living a simple life with my cat Jake seemed a dream. The dream of this simple life and all my hopes that I have it all figured out. I don’t say this too loud as I still have much to figure out. We will give you a glimpse into van projects, nature, crafts, painting and so much more along this journey. I am always excited to learn a new skills. Showing you real life in its glory, the mistakes, the mishaps and adventures we plan to go on.
The Story Began Long Ago
I grew up in a small Alpine town of Revelstoke British Columbia, where I learned to appreciate the outdoors camping, hiking and camaraderie of that. Also spending over 12 years oversea working in humanitarian work has prepared me more than I can say. I am generally a creative soul who loves to express that in many forms, whether figuring life out for myself or helping someone along the way. These things drive me to live life as full as possible. Everyday is a chance to grow in some way. This human has much more to learn.
We live in a 2006 E-250 Ford extended box #van-conversion living space. This older van has over 360,000km on it. Still running strong.
Being a KZfaq creator does not come naturally for me but over time I soon will be good at it.
Please come along with me on our journey into the unknown, experiences I still have to learn.
Thank you, and Welcome to all
Renee & Jake
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@capaddler Ай бұрын

My son just got one for his van. Should be good. Have a great weekend.

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

So handy to have around.🚐🐈‍⬛🇨🇦😊Have a wonderful weekend.

@margegelsleichter1738 3 күн бұрын

Bless you. Stay healthy and happy. ❤️❤️❤️

@beyouvanlife 3 күн бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@touristiqueducanada346 25 күн бұрын

I fry my hamburger, and then make a shepherds pie and lasagna in my lunchbox cooker. broke mine and ready to re-purchase cause I love it. 4 years with it ❤❤❤

@beyouvanlife 25 күн бұрын

They are so great and you have some awesome ideas gotta try that out.🚐🐈‍⬛😊🇨🇦

@touristiqueducanada346 25 күн бұрын

@@beyouvanlife lazy lasagna just to clarify lol 😂 .

@beyouvanlife 25 күн бұрын

@touristiqueducanada346 ok what do you put in lazy lasagna?

@touristiqueducanada346 25 күн бұрын

@@beyouvanlife there’s lots of KZfaq videos. Italian spice, 3/or 5 cheeses . I like to keep it less the 2 inch deep . Gets warmer that way , 2 hrs then 6 hrs if it s too thick

@karenlowes7802 14 күн бұрын

I always put pb on both slices so the bananas don't slip out. Lol

@beyouvanlife 14 күн бұрын

Great idea Karen, I will definitely try that next and test it out. Thanks for the 💡😊. Have a wonderful day🚐🐝🐈‍⬛😊🇨🇦

@glee8133 Ай бұрын

Yes I own that lunch box. Always start with hot food and this will keep it warm. I’ve used it on road trips. Love it.

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

Great added tip 😊🐈‍⬛🚐🇨🇦👍🏻

@rachadventuresinliv Ай бұрын

Cool gadget I was just looking at these warmers. Will need to a big power station but good idea warm something while driving. Have a beautiful weekend 🤗🤗

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

Road trips without fast food 🥘. You have a great weekend as well🤗🤗

@DebZaragoza Ай бұрын

When you made your pb and banana sandwich, I just knew I had to subscribe. Those are my favorite! 😀 And then I saw your cat... 🥰

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

Thanks for subscribing I so appreciate it and who can say no to Jake he is so sweet. Pb sandwiches are so good 😋

@BohoBlueVan Ай бұрын

So so glad to see you walking normally!

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

It feels good to walk normally 😊

@BohoBlueVan Ай бұрын

@beyouvanlife I'm not quite yet. At least I am fairly normally.. though some days hurts more than others

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

@@BohoBlueVan That’s been going on for some time. Takes so much longer as we age.

@BrentsVanLife Ай бұрын

Cool lil gadget, but dang, I love those sandwiches too

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

They are the best!❤️😊

@BrentsVanLife Ай бұрын

@@beyouvanlife 🤘😜

@albertaadventures7750 Ай бұрын

That will be a great addition to your van. Looks awesome 🤗

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

Thanks 😊 🤗

@ovangal3852 Ай бұрын

@Be you vanLife - Hey Renee - That's one of my favorite sandwiches!

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

That sandwich is more popular than I thought.

@jdedmnds1 Ай бұрын

I bought a similar thing at Goodwill for $5 I hope it works as good. I think it is mainly for sandwiches.

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

What a deal $5 the description on Amazon says heats up food. As long as it is precooked food it should be good to warm up. It will not cook food but I have heard of others trying it out for cooking food. I do plan on trying it out to see what it can do. Test the limits. 🚐🐈‍⬛😊🇨🇦

@Lobaby55 Ай бұрын

You are so down to Earth, and living your life with Beautiful Jake!! I love your cat, isn't Jake the one that makes your Van a home!! Well of course so are you!! Great Video..Enjoy your travels!!

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

Al I can say Thanks, Thanks and Thanks. so glad you dropped by. Vanlife is so much fun, I really try to make that experience the best. Have a wonderful day.🚐🐈‍⬛😊🇨🇦❤️

@karinhart489 Ай бұрын

Interesting lunchbox thing, I like that yours has both AC & DC cords to power. For about 5 years I’ve been using a HotLogic Mini to slowcook or reheat food in a Pyrex pan. 3 years of that was just reheating already cooked meat or sausage, along with frozen veggies until I got brave enough to add in raw vegetables like broccoli or asparagus in with the precooked meats. Then this past 2 I’ve been slow cooking from raw boneless chicken thighs, pork chops & salmon. I love having a hot meal midday while traveling. #RestAreaDining

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

So many great ideas thanks 😊

@karinhart489 Ай бұрын

@@beyouvanlife oh, I did get one of those pokie needle meat thermometers to be sure the HLM got up to safe temps.

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

@karinhart489 I got a thermometer for temps as well. Cooking on a camp stove is not the same as in sticks and brick. Being a ex hospital kitchen helps. Food safe is my thing. Also having a compromised immune system I must be careful. Will definitely help when it comes to expiration with the warmer.🚐🐈‍⬛🇨🇦😊

@sarah_n_tank_girl Ай бұрын

Yum!!! PB & Banana...one of my faves! I have a 12v rice cooker that also heats up leftovers...these gadgets are really useful, especially on travel days 😉 Hope to see you soon 🤗

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

Yes very handy on travel days. Will you been coming to Canada soon?

@sarah_n_tank_girl Ай бұрын

@@beyouvanlife Yes, planning on being there end of June-early July...maybe longer if I can work from the road!!!

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

@sarah_n_tank_girl That’s exciting!! Let’s try and connect.

@gwendolynfloccari4927 Ай бұрын

I'm 76 and have eaten peanut butter and banana sandwiches all my life but have always eaten them open face.

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

I have to give that a try. It just might change my ways. Have an awesome day.🚐🐈‍⬛😊🇨🇦

@TheMaldaddy Ай бұрын

Love that lunch kit! Great for kids lunches.

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

Absolutely!

@kevc3583 Ай бұрын

I know who’s making lunch when we meet 😂😂 gadgets I like gadgets hahah..Kev c

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

😂😂😂 lunch from me. 🚐🐈‍⬛🇨🇦😂

@BohoBlueVan Ай бұрын

I wondered about those food heaters. I've seen on videos that people cook meatloaf in them. Will you try it and let me know?

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

I may try that!

@SuzanneWho Ай бұрын

Have you looked at the Itaki electric bento boxes? You can steam rice while cooking in the lower chamber.

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

That sounds amazing I will have to take a look.

@SuzanneWho Ай бұрын

@@beyouvanlife”Emmy made” kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rdaBe9N9vJbRqZs.htmlsi=YoPA5WpkbPhJJ1gB. It’s an older video but good.

@simple-277 Ай бұрын

Am new here and you've earned it my subscribe ❤

@BohoBlueVan Ай бұрын

Hey, now after seeing this, I'm going to have a peanut butter and banana sandwich!

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

They are so good 😋

@greencheek5056 Ай бұрын

My favorite sandwich! I had one for breakfast on multigrain bread.

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

@greencheek5056 I so much healthier than my white bread 🍞 . 😊🚐🐈‍⬛🇨🇦❤️

@HappyTailsandHappyTrails Ай бұрын

Aww your kitty looks just like my Jelly Bean. I’m hoping she’s going to adjust to van life but so far she hates car rides. I’ve got a week til I’m full time so fingers crossed she’ll get used to it.

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

Jake took a bit to fully say it alright. He complains when he can’t go outside, like it the cities. So probably 90% on board. Hope Jelly Bean adapts quickly. Vanlife is so much fun.

@kathleencrane-grylls5416 Ай бұрын

What was that gadget called? That warmed your chili?

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

Electric Lunch Box, ERAY Heated... www.amazon.ca/dp/B07R3HSPZJ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

@bettybrigance6784 Ай бұрын

I travel with my cat too, but I don't go in the hot weather, I worry about her, how can I deal with keeping her from over heating....???

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

What is your set up? Do you have insulated walls, have a bulkhead insulated curtain, install fans, roof fan and ones that attach to the walls of your van. I don’t leave Jake alone for long. Errands are done in the early morning. If you work try to work night shift. Or if you can afford a portable eco flow air conditioner that will help cool your van if gets hot in summer.

@juliemerrin8698 Ай бұрын

Love your videos or what i can cope with watching them .However no reflection on yourself but seeing lots of stuff just scattered around sends me over the top. im a little bit i need to keep this i need to keep that. However it all has to be out of sight out of mind because i just can't cope with clutter around me .I so wish at times i could be more like you 😕

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

Cool cats are the best in life. Try it you may love it. I love you no matter what your gig is, so keep being you. Everyone comes with a different gig. 😊🐈‍⬛🚐🇨🇦

@geemail7362 Ай бұрын

That was what they call a left handed compliment.

@ebonybriane9702 Ай бұрын

Genromy!

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

Exactly! 👍🏻

@peteranthonyofthefamilybir18 Ай бұрын

I have one of those warmer/cookers and use it often..! ● US$19. Amazon ❤ HAPPY TRAVELS - Chevy cargo van 7 yrs O'ahu Hawai'i

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

I have a feeling it’s going to come in handy for many things. ❤️ HAPPY TRAVELS RIGHT BACK AT YAH! 😊

@judypeters9308 Ай бұрын

Question. I noticed you came out of a fenced area. Do you own the property you live on in your van? I've wondered if that was legal. Please let me know.

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

Thanks for the question. I do stay on my daughter’s property in rural area on acreage. You always have look into local bylaws for the answer to your question. I can’t see cities allowing it. Hope that answers your question.

@dodgecityvanlife Ай бұрын

I'm at the grocery store Peanut butter and banana sounds good

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

Yes do it! The best!

@l.a.v.alindysawesomevanadv3428 Ай бұрын

Just keep going on youtube. I hope you get monetized and be successful 😂

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

Thanks 😊

@deborah3709 Ай бұрын

That chili looked like it was already cooked? So 45 minutes to heat up? Doesn't seem efficient.

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

What do you have to cook with in your van?

@TheMaldaddy Ай бұрын

Love this lunch kit! Great for travelling and great way to send leftovers for school lunches!

@deborah3709 Ай бұрын

@@beyouvanlife propane camp stove. 5 minutes to heat up a can of anything

@beyouvanlife Ай бұрын

@deborah3709 You may not understand or seem interested in this gadget. I have a propane, a butane, and a isobutane stove. Yes I could pull them out and use them as well in 5 minutes. But you can’t leave them unattended, they produce gases into the air. I like to have options for different occasions. Solar is free as well. It saves money to use this device. If you still think it’s useless then, I am ok with that. I personally like this gadget and find it very useful. ❤️❤️❤️

@deborah3709 Ай бұрын

@@beyouvanlife someone asked what I cooked with. Geez. Relax.