I don't remember the last time I actively checked a KZfaqr's channel for updates, Mateo. You and Lars got me wrapped up lol 😄 so excited to see everything coming along. Ready to get back on the road vicariously through you guys!

You know the thing I most admire about you, brother? You seem FREE. I know life has its ups and downs with so many of us are tied to a cubicle etc. Thank you for letting us in your life. You’re a good dude.

Mateo I feel like a PROUD Mom. You have done an AMAZING JOB! I love your Kitchen and that you have a REAL fridge.

The excitement of standing up just shows how humble you are! I look forward to these videos cause of how uplifting you truly are! Much love bro!

Your kitchen set up is fantastic. You’ve done a phenomenal job on the build out Mateo. So proud of you. That’s from a 73-year-old grandma who really enjoys your videos. Can’t wait to see your new adventures with Lars.

Mateo don’t forget to ventilate while you’re cooking especially if you’re stove is propane. Also get a propane detector. Safety first 😊

Oh my goodness . . . I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the build! It's truly a home on wheels! The upright fridge! The sink! The oven! The storage! The deck! I'm just so happy for you and Lars! What an upgrade in comfort and convenience for you both. God is SO good! I'd love to see a reaction visit to show the woman who blessed you with the van how much love you've put into it. I can't imagine how grateful she'll be to see how much new life the van will see from its former state in this new chapter. You deserve this. I'm tearing up with joy! Can't wait to come along with you in this new season.

Don't forget that carbon monoxide detector. Congrats on the build 👏

Mateo, you are such a blessed young man. For that lady to gift you a van says a lot about your character and her heart. I pray that Gossimer will take you and Lars on many, many journeys. 🙏🏾 I'm here for the ride regardless of where you decide to go. YAYYY! 🎉❤

If you add wind deflectors to the front doors you'll be able to leave the windows open an inch or so even if it's raining. Game changer.

U should put a fold out table for eating right in that nook between the bed and fridge or put an extender under the sink that comes out

I absolutely love your personality & your videos. Thank you so much for allowing this old lady to live vicariously through you.

All u needed was a helping hand and you went in. Let us know how the gift giver reacted when she saw how you made the van SHINE?

Aww you are such a good cat dad. Lars is the absolute cutest!

I'm so happy for your and Lars to have a nice larger home. You did a good job for someone not knowing what he's doing! Take Care.

Why am I crying tears of joy for you and Lars? Sweetie you did a wonderful job. May TMH continue to be with you. Beautiful spirit!

Two things I loved immediately: Lars and the fridge. 😂

Mateo just a heads up, you should have your propane tank in a air tight box with floor vent as propane is heavier than air. Tanks are notorious to leak a little bit and especially with lars may be a good idea . Just my .02

Mateo your smile 😃 is so contagious ❤ I love watching you and Lars 🐈‍⬛. Keep shining bright Mateo. You are such an inspiration ☮️💟

While you were talking I was peeping around noticing the background and I was happy with the results. You my friend are a carpenter and don't realize how talented you are! Lars has such a great dad❤ I'm so proud of you!

My husband is a chef and he made the menu at a restaurant the bistro he opened and the one thing everyone went crazy for was his blackberry grill cheese. That grill cheese made me so hungry. Love your videos. Keep up the great work!

I’ve never subscribed so fast, I’m so happy to see a black van lifer🫶💖

You are such a humble human your smile lights up my sole!!!! There needs to be way more people like you on this earth!!!

Yes! I'm about to wash my hair and watch this while I de-tangle. Perfect timing! ❤

This video gives me the vibes from your older videos when you'd go Walmart and get water and groceries. I love that! Also, the van looks much more organised and homey. Congratulations on the van coming together Mateo. 🐈‍⬛♥

Your home is looking good, hope you insulated well so it doesn't get too hot or too cold. Enjoy!

Not to scare you, but watch electric blanket and pad closely that it does not malfunction and get too hot for kitty.

I ran and almost tripped to watch this video!! So exciting to see the final fruit of your labor with this new van!!

You should be promoting your music more with this channel and tiktok, etc. You have such a cool story and the music talent is there. Good luck!

I didn't see an actual VanBuild😮! Suddenly there is a sink, stove and cabinetry. It looks really, really nice though😊

Happy Sunday, Mateo and Lars! I’ve been waiting for this big moment to see your brand new refurbished home on wheels! So excited! You’re such a great cat dad to Lars! ❤❤❤❤❤

Oh and I love the hammered copper sink!!! Its all come together into an awesome cabin on wheels...Lars is so sweet its obvious he loves his Daddyman...❤❤

So happy for you Mateo and Lars. One thing about the cat food, better quality food means less smelly poop. We have put our cat on a more natural, less processed diet (he has diabetes) and the litter box is alot less stinky. It is so much better for them. Regarding treats, be very careful because they are high in carbs and not good for Lars. My cat loves the dried chicken, minnows "aka kitty crack" and lamb treats. Keep doing you!!!

Stove unit with oven is a very nice upgrade. I’m so happy for you!!! And be able to cook while standing!!! So fun!!!

@winterisblu, we try new grilled cheese recipes at our house, too. I was just telling your sister in her live today that I want a parents reveal. You guys are so sweet, humble, and have a very eclectic palette. I absolutely love it! Give Lars neck scratches for me.

Oh. My. GOD. That looks AMAZING! Copper sink! Actual refrigerator! I LOVE IT!

Screaming to the top of my lungs! Mateo!!!!! Wow! The van looks amazing!!!!!! I am so so happy for you!

I love that you are so health conscious with your cooking and feeding Lars. Really love watching your adventures.

Last spring at 47 years old I did my first solo car camping road trip in my small SUV! 2 months cross country! I loved it. If you are ever near southern NM, you have a place to park!

Mateo, you have turned your van into an amazing space, and I'm shocked at how little time it took you! You are making a wonderful home and life for you and Lars!

By the way I love your sister and her channel I follow her also. Sure a beautiful and blessed family

Holy smokes that looks great!!! I’m gonna need your to come to Texas and help this old lady out!!

So cute! Remember to caulk the edge of your sink!

did i miss the vid of the build? great retro fridge n copper sink tho where u gonna sit at to do ur music? insulation too for top for heat n snow.. love the roof deck n your music is awesome!

Just such an expressive face Lars made when you showed him what you did for his birthday -- an entire van conversion !! Impressed with Dads skills and dedication.We agree Sensational!!!

You and Lars absolutely deserve this 💯 I can't wait for the feasts you cook up in this van

That sandwich combo reminded me of a handheld Charcuterie board. You might be on to something here, lol. All you needed was some pickles, olives, or some grapes. Happy Belated Birthday to Lars! Hope he partied hard. Glad to see you taking the time to find what works best for the both of you in this build. Excited for what's to come. #StaySafe #BeBlessed #SafeTravels

Yo! I recommend air tight containers for open food. Just had to fight off thousands of ants in my van

You and nomadic introvert need to meet you two remind me so much of each other.

You're doing excellent work Mateo, but I'm more excited about your gleam in your eye's! Plus, your smile 😊 is also making me enjoy all the your hard work you've completed. I also love to see all the ❤ you give to your baby Lars. Great job.

Hello, watching your video of your roof deck.You need to weather proof with varnish & Stain. Proud of your efforts. Keep up the work &stay safe. There is nothing like a peace of Mind. Don't over do yourself. God bless!

Hey Mateo! On minute 8:00, noticed some dripping of water behind you to your left. You might want to check that out. Cheers man!! Wish you all the best 😊

Congratulations Mateo,wishing you and Lars safe travel where ever you may go.🙏

Lars was looking like Wow!Our new Home.😊It looks Nice. 👍❤❤

LOVE the build! Can't wait for a tour. I can't believe you got Lars A BABY YODA EGG! Oh my gosh, I was dying when I thought of Lars sitting in his warm egg while you are both rolling down the road. Now all you need is the mini shopping cart to wheel Lars around in his egg. I was in shock that you could just stand up and cook! I keep thinking insulation vs. standing, and I sure hope there is some really thin, high quality insulation out there for you. Because that's MY fav part of the van. It's a mini camper on wheels! You should consider Michigan and Ohio. We are having some really pleasant sleeping weather, alternating in with our warmer days.

Mateo if you take Route 66, please be careful of “sun down” towns! Nomadic Introvert did mention this in a later video. 🫶🏾🙏🏽🫶🏾🙏🏽🫶🏾🙏🏽

Please consider getting a couple of cans of moist cat food for Lars. Some kitties don't drink enough fluids and develop bowl issues. If you feed them a combination moist and dry food, the issue is avoided. Also, Churros cat treats are amazing, healthy, and provide kitties with extra hydration. Love your videos!

I love the way you care for Lars he is truly blessed ❤ Happy Birthday Lars.

I love what you did with the place! I wish I could have seen more of it. It's awesome that you can stand up INSIDE to cook, congratulations🎉(don't forget the carbon monoxide monitor/alarm) You did a great job of building your new, giant, nomad home on wheels! If you did a show and tell video I must not have been notified😔. I'm dying to know where you got that stove/oven combo! Please put a link in your next vid if you can. You are an amazing guy learning as you go how to do it right. So thoughtful of your best buddy, Lars, too. He really has it made in the shade🏖️😄 I'm really looking forward to seeing your next adventures! I love the way you are so free and seem carefree no matter what happens, it's so refreshing. There's so much negatitvity out here about nomad life, sure, you run into problems, but so do people in sticks and bricks! You have a good head on your shoulders and if you keep a reserve emergency fund, you'll be fine. You did such a great job I may have to bribe you to come and fix my van up😉...😂

Dude! MATEO! I am SO happy for you man!!! This is incredible! I bet you are just on cloud 9. I've been following you for a while now, your Astro travels got me through a really hard time grieving the loss of a loved one. I couldn't get off the couch but I traveled vicariously through you sharing your journey. To see you get this van as a gift, and see it come together...knowing you are doing all of it yourself, I can't help but feel so proud of how far you've come and what you have accomplished in such a short time. Couldn't have happened to a better guy. You deserve to enjoy this and all the blessings to come. Congrats on your new home. I am LOVING this! You continue to inspire and leave a mark on so many.

I’ve been waiting for this 😂❤ I’m still searching for my perfect van. 5+ years later lol CONGRATULATIONS 🎊🎉🎈🍾

The build is really coming together. But please find a way to mount the propane tank outside of the van. And please, please, please immediately go pick up one or two carbon monoxide or RV propane gas detectors!!!! Save travels!!!

Congrats again Mateo! Loving your new home, kitchen & stove! Loving the new fridge. It looks great and I'm so happy you've got all the head room you need in this video. Even my cat Thomas enjoyed this video. Lars caught his attention. He never watches TV 😂 I love watching you cook and experiment with different meals. That sandwich looks excellent. So unique. Safe travels as you and Lars get back on the road. Much love to you. 🎉🐈‍⬛

If you wanna try another grilled cheese with jam, here's a sandwich we used to make at a gastropub I worked at Sourdough bread Braised, pulled beef Shortrib (nothing too crazy or intricate here, just a simple braise with flavors you wanna go with) Sharp cheddar Jalapeno and peach jam Pickled red onions And this wasn't how it went out to the guest, but the cooks also liked to dip this sandwich in our house aioli, which was just a garlic and Sriracha mayo

I look forward to Sunday videos of Mateo and Lars. You have done an incredible job on the van build.

I love "Lars" he acts more like a dog! Your new Van is amazing! Looks so much more convenient, and comfortable than the other Van.

I'm so glad you can stand up in your new home. I am so very happy for you.

I’m actually surprised you don’t raise your bed up a little more so you can fit bins of equipment or clothes or other stuff under your bed, you have so much head room ❤️❤️❤️ but still a great job on your build!

Hard work pays off and the fact that you taught yourself how to pull it all together is a satisfying accomplishment! Great job! Lars gives it 2 paws up! ❤🐾 ❤

Caught myself constantly smiling while watching your video. 😊 Happy for you & Lars. Btw, nice fancy grilled cheese!!!Only thing is I was screaming in my head….😖 cut the sandwich completely through!!! Don’t just pull it apart like that lol.

Make sure you have a spare!!! Water , sunblock, generator and first-aid kit. So exciting your ready to go and explore. Cant wait to see the next adventure. Van is.looking spectacular!!! Safe travels.

Wouldve liked a bit of a tour of the van build, but I guess as long as it meets your needs. Just wouldve been nice to check out your oven and how you are powering everything and the fab cabinet behind the drivers seat. come on now dont be shy!! Mems Journeys Aotearoa NZ

I ran over here barefoot 👣 !! I'm so happy for you go Mateo! 🎉 All that hard work I'm so proud of you!

I’d like to say Mateo, I enjoyed today’s video, I love how u love ur furbaby & relate with him. I also love the simplicity of ur build. It looks simply comfortable, homey, & clean. I hope u safely enjoy ur motor home for many years to come. Nice job💜❤️💙🩵🧡💛😸👍🐈

Mateo! My husband and I stumbled upon your channel while we are living here in Bangkok, Thailand. You make us happy just seeing you and Lars and your Positive Energy and LIGHT ✨🌟🌈🦋 We Both subscribed to your channel and we just want to say, CONGRATULATIONS on your new Van build!! How Exciting and it's SOOOO Amazing!! Tracy and Ray xxx

Loving your updates to your home on wheels. Lars was like "l love you and thank you, but no thanks.". 😊

Mateo and Lars back in the house/on the road that is - Woohoo! ❤

Totally so excited about this !! Congratulations Mateo and Lars. Cant wait to watch this journey.

Oh wow what an upgrade Mateo. You're can is looking homely. Great job💕🌺🌼🍄🐾

Van is looking fabulous! Kitchen is awesome, great sink and fridge is absolutely what a good chef needs. Roll on

You did a great job! The fact that you can stand up is amazing.

Next year for Lar's birthday, check out the cat hammocks that fasten to windows, a stick on bird feeder for the outside of a window, or my cats' favorite, cat tents for when you go to a place where you hang outside. The tents fold up small, and I have collapsible tunnels, toys and scratch pads for the cats to have "recess" while I hang out in the campsite with the dog. Great videos, been binge watching for hours now. Thank you for sharing your journey. Liked and subbed 💙😊

Thanks for being braver than me & sharing bits of your run at freedom.

Yay Mateo and Lars so happy you are back,can't wait to follow you and Lars on your next adventure.

Great video and progress. Maybe time for a new camera if you really want to start growing as a channel.

You never made the ASTRO look anything but a joy, that's your personality, a joy. With this van that you've outfitted so nicely, I cannot wait to see all of your adventures with your buddy, Lars! You do so much cooking of amazing looking food, have you ever thought of doing a van life cookbook? The grilled cheese you made on this was a combination that I would never have thought of. You're a creative chef!

Looking forward to you new adventures. You always have such a positive vibe about you in your videos.

Lars reminds me of my beautiful Cole Lee. Cole Lee is sweetly and peacefully napping next to me as kitties like to do. Great video 💚🐈‍⬛🖤💚🐾💕. Love the van build!

Just remember to be cautious of drivethrus now 😂 you are much taller❤

I love your new van . I'm happy for you and Lars. You're able to cook and have a sink and fridge and sleep comfortably. GOD BLESS

Love love love your van build, the sink, fridge ❤️ and the way your new stove fits in. So happy for you and Lars in your new home 🎉

Everything is coming together so well, Mateo! I’m very happy for you bc I see you’re making the van based on what brings you joy! Cooking, freedom to move, etc. When you do your van tour, I hope you make sure to do a tour of Lars’ lair - I’ve been so excited to see what you made of that. Congratulations!!! 🎉

Awesome setup. And that retro looking fridge...I LOVE it! Safe travels to you and Lars alwsys.❤

The color of the wooden cabinets and and the sink are awesome .As well as the fridge, I'm so excited for you and larz . I'm Very much looking formal ,,high five Mato ,,cat paw pound larz. The comfort feels good.

That Refrigerator and sink are just amazing. Looks retro with the plan you have for the outside paint scheme. Safe travels I can hear in your voice the excitement for the travels ahead. Hi Lars didn’t want to leave him out. Be safe ❤😊❤

It amazing to have went on a journey with you for the Van Building Process ,I'm bout to move in my new place tomorrow.

yayyyyyy! Lars is back in the building!!! Home, is happening!!! 🎉❤😻🐾🐈‍⬛ We missed him soooooo much!!!! Lars, Lars, Lars!!!!! 🐈‍⬛🐾🥳😘

Absolutely love it!! Great job, Mateo! I'm dying to see where you are storing the A/C unit, record player, albums, and the accordion.

Mateo, you've done an awesome job on that van! Good for you stepping out of your comfort zone. Super happy for you.

i was SO excited when i refreshed my KZfaq and found this!!!! can't wait to watch!!!