2 nomads fell in love & live in a bread truck (van tour)

Ellie and Paul are traveling nomads. In the beginning, they both traveled separately - Ellie in a van conversion, and Paul in a converted bread truck from his home town. But then, one day, these nomads fell in love and moved into the bread truck together. After moving in, Ellie put her touches on the interior design, and now the bread truck is the beautiful, stealthy, traveling home you'll see in this tour!
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00:00 Intro
01:06 Meet the owners
01:20 Why a bread truck
01:54 How Paul & Ellie met
04:08 Let's see the inside
14:47 Keeping it stealthy! Exterior tour
17:07 Goodbyes

[@TinyHouseGiantJourney]

Could you live in a Tiny House or Van Conversion with your significant other?

[@susangantzler7786]

Yes

[@beadalmeida]

Yes, absolutely!!! I'd love to.

[@lauraroberts9066]

🤔i don't know.Maybe...i love this Couple.

[@deedreamccarthy6666]

I dearly love this conversion. When ever I see a bread truck or Ups truck I see a cool conversion . His Idea for the solar panel Ladder is a perfect idea.

[@keithfortson667]

Great build!

[@WanderingNature]

They should call themselves “Buns on the Run”

[@sterntaler64]

😂😂😂

[@chelseagirl278]

WINNER!! 🤩🤩

[@jwestfalldavis3574]

Honey Buns

[@chelseagirl278]

@@jwestfalldavis3574 that one is awesome!! ❤️

[@sibusisiweshabala3366]

Stop it 🤣🤣

[@lindawilson8434]

What I love about this video was the fact that over and over and he said"we" What an amazing home and couple

[@montyjohnstone9640]

Agreed, well said.

[@janeclarkson8471]

They're with the right one ❤️ beautiful!

[@ltvanburen8555]

Great observation- That was the last straw in my last relationship: I always said “we” and he always said “me.” Dumped him.

[@paisley293]

There's a lot of luv rolling down the road in that bread truck. Happy travels to this great couple!

[@PaulBarger]

Thank you so much! So glad you liked it!

[@tonypaz3985]

Lol ❤❤❤❤

[@chirag_cc]

@@PaulBarger 13:14 Ganpati Bappa Morya 🙇‍♂️

[@dianelosson9579]

Such a lovely couple. ❤️. Wishing you many years of love, fun and beauty.

[@sherybrownjones3795]

What a beautiful love story,May God bless and keep you both!

[@hastacieloymas1798]

SO HAPPY you found each other... what a beautiful couple... love your home ❣❣❣

[@sterntaler64]

Me too 😍

[@markaralvin5545]

Hello Hasta

[@dixiechicken2643]

First may I begin with, Ellie, I think it takes a brave woman, to be traveling and living alone in her van, but the courage you must have had, to get thru everything, that terrible disease entails, so Cheers to you girl. I love your home, and Paul, I think you did a fantastic job of it all, The layout is great, and the permanent bed and big window, is perfect. I especially love the way you've hidden all the messy workings, and your ladder is ingenious. Best to both of you.

[@nonyabizness.original]

lol, as a happy female nomad vandweller for the past 4+ years myself, my first thought was that it took a lot of courage for her to give up her sweet van and move in with her guy 😁.

[@mowattlavern62]

The love between them is precious to me. I wish you both the best that life has to offer. God bless you both

[@shaunhall6834]

I've become a Nomad myself. Once you let go of your fears so many possibilities become a reality.

[@anneillerbrun7909]

Warm and rustic. You're living the dream.

[@drivendesperado]

The medicine cabinet thing is GENIUS.

[@pinkbarracuda6764]

This bearded man is the smartest, moset creative tiny homer I've ever seen.

[@cathyjay2569]

Y’all are just precious! My husband just died and the love I see between you two made me smile so big, a first in a long time.♥️bless you!!!

[@chelseagirl278]

My deepest condolences 💐 to you ♥️🙏❤️

[@cathyjay2569]

@@chelseagirl278 thank you, honey. That’s so sweet. 🌻

[@chelseagirl278]

@@cathyjay2569 hugs 🤗

[@evalinawarne1337]

GOD BLESS YOU CATHY JAY. MY NEIGHBORS HUSBAND AND SON DIED IN THE SAME WEEK. THEY WERE BURIED 5 DAYS AGO. SHE LIVED. SHE HAS 2 SON'S. I WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR YOU ALSO. I AM SO SORRY CATHY JAY FOR YOUR PAINS. GOD, PLEASE GIVE THESE 2 FAMILIES YOUR STRENGTH IN JESUS'S NAME AMEN 🀄🀄🀄🌹🌹🌹💐💐💐✝️🛐🇺🇸❤️💗🌞

[@yaquelinesabina2471]

@@evalinawarne1337 : Amén 🙏🏻

[@dazzlingextremes389]

Congrats on beating cancer!!! I was dx w cervical this year waiting to start treatment now. Worried and scared a mom to 2 Littles. Pls say prayer for me. Yalls bread bus is AMAZING and I can FEEL the LOVE!!!

[@jayveegrapa3592]

One of the best conversions I have seen so far. Love it!

[@didi8835]

This seriously is a beautiful home, the colours of the interior are just perfect. Wow they have done a beautiful job with the space. Love it, love it, love it❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ and a beautiful couple!

[@estelleadamski308]

love how they kept the outside of the truck the same as it was

[@joane5777]

This is the most inviting build I've ever seen! Love it and love this positive couple💖

[@PaulBarger]

What a nice compliment! Thank you

[@catherinedavis149]

I love your tiny home but i love the fact that you two found each other its a beautiful thing when you both enjoy the same things wish you both all the best

[@millsupply]

We love Paul and Ellie. What a great video about their Breadtruck!

[@aipooalice]

I love to live in a normal house but all these handmade options I see on this channel are UNBELIEVABLE 🤩

[@itsmecandi9951]

I absolutely love how you used things out of the dumpster. Just goes to show it isn’t always junk in there! Love the truck also, looks very cozy!

[@repottedchangeforbetter5926]

The saying is true that one man's trash is another man's treasure. ☺

[@retiredyeti5555]

@@repottedchangeforbetter5926 - So true! I built a sewing table with pedestals on each end for my wife - the pedestals used to be part of a bathroom vanity, that my neighbor was throwing out after a remodel. The top is a rejected kitchen counter from a resale shop.The neighbors' bathroom linen closet went into a storage room in our basement. I once found gorgeous half louvered door panels in the trash, that now are the doors to my workshop, and a folding 4 panel bamboo screen found at the curb, hides the water heater and chimney base, when you come down the basement stairs. I have been recycling other folks trash for decades!

[@lesamcclain4795]

I have never said “omg” watching a conversion as I did this one. The absolute amazing ways you created storage is second to none. You checked all the boxes of needs and so many wants to make your home on wheels one of the best I’ve ever seen. I really am in awwww of what you guys have done. Thank you for sharing your story and your home with us. You both are truly an inspiration. I will be praying for your continued good heath and happy life.

[@mainecoonmomma9494]

I am so happy he found her. Been watching Paul for awhile now and he just seems so much more happy.

[@quahgalaxys4821]

Lovely couple. Here’s to them living their dreams together always.

[@joyjoyoo]

They bring each other joy... it's glaring.

[@demonicastar]

Not gonna lie they really made great use of random spaces and I really like how the solar panels are "concealed"

[@veilbreak5867]

Spaces really do seem larger on the inside...like The TARDIS! That shower's beautiful, the corrugated metal walls are perfect

[@tylerpowers7786]

Thats an awsome truck. My grandpa worked in that same truck for 40yrs always loved taking all the snacks when he came home.

[@timbohp]

Awesome Bread Truck, awesome humans! I want to hear the story of how they met!

[@yaquelinesabina2471]

me too 😊

[@nickscarter9609]

They told you …

[@skullrose8985]

Yes it would be nice to hear more about this lovely couple..they have beautiful souls.. Have a beautiful & blessed day & takecare.. I think this was my favourite one so far..

[@work2gather]

Loved seeing a bread truck made into a home. :-) I use to drive an old van and I think I was very fortunate to get ten miles to a gallon! Recycle/Reuse is so great... loved all the personal touches they made together, just for them. Those front lights were fun to see - I didn't know they had those.

[@markaralvin5545]

Hello Deborah

[@socorrobarrio3593]

It takes a lot for me to bring tears 😢to my eyes, but when she was saying her story, I am a cancer survivor, my husbandandI had motor homes, vans, etc.we traveled a lot but have.been separated for 12 years, I think this couple deserve to.be very happy may God bless 🙌them.

[@markaralvin5545]

Hello Socorro

[@sunburn1013]

Hope you are well and thriving

[@socorrobarrio3593]

@@markaralvin5545 Thank you 😊🙏

[@socorrobarrio3593]

@@sunburn1013 yes I'm ok.just got a little sad, but I'll be fine.I'm strong 💪.TY.

[@sunburn1013]

@@socorrobarrio3593 wishing adventures, new sources of deep happiness for you. Onwards x

[@charityhicks4317]

THIS IS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL TINY HOME IVE EVER SEEN.

[@bidenblows8163]

Now, thats a man who really loves his woman! Nice job on the truck!

[@littlecookingtips]

We loved how creative they are with the whole configuration in their truck; how they used even the smallest spaces. And we also loved how calm and happy they look! Kudos guys!

[@katrinasheets2997]

Just awesome! I remember seeing Paul in another video quite a while ago, and thought he was just the nicest guy. So happy to see he's found a lovely partner in Ellie. The truck looks wonderful and is incredibly well thought out and homey. Happy trails!!!

[@dennisjames17]

I miss those bread smells. Glad that one of the trucks still run to keep the memories alive.

[@ThisIsWinterStormy]

They're so happy together forever life to you both. I retire in the new year and I would like the same floor plan build by this Couple.

[@repottedchangeforbetter5926]

Happy Retirement, Sandy. Counting down my 4 years.😁😁

[@ThisIsWinterStormy]

@@repottedchangeforbetter5926 Hi I couldn't wait the four years, 32yrs same job I now want to live the nomad life. freedom

[@repottedchangeforbetter5926]

@@ThisIsWinterStormy Enjoy every single moment!!

[@yOSoYcuPcAke]

As someone who drives a 22 foot truck daily, this makes me so happy. Love seeing box trucks getting a new life. 🧡

[@GreenVegan816]

Absolutely loved their story and what they've created together. The bread truck is awesome!

[@blainey73]

I met Ellie and Paul at the tiny fest expo in Del Mar this year! I loved seeing the fun personal touches!

[@georgiebestmanutd4746]

Jenna, I'm glad you expanded beyond tiny homes to van life; yep Pandemic has forced many into living in stealth vans fearing they will be chased away by police or security guards.

[@rkwillow1854]

May you both get what you deserve in life, happiness and love, eventually a retirement of peace and a good bit saved up to vacation with. Bless.

[@lorenl9262]

Paul has done a wonderful job converting this bread truck into a "masterpiece" Kudos!!! Congratulations on the union of your relationship...Ellie is a kind soul and I hope that you two prosper into your "future" endeavors!!

[@paulntpa1122]

WOW you guys, this is just wonderful ! Such a great "Bread" truck travel concept. Hope you leave the Merita name on the truck, so cool. Best of luck !! Can't wait for the next video. Happy travels and stay safe.

[@nancylynn7936]

Nice to see Breadtrucker is alive and well and very happy!

[@batbratsdesigns]

They are adorable. That beard is amazing. My dad has a large beard it's a lot of work. My favorite bakery is Merita. I use to wait at the door of the store for the truck to bring in fresh bread. They also use to deliver dairy products like fresh yogurt. ❤️🤗

[@TheShauNanigans]

This set up is absolutely stunning. Excellent work on the renovation you two! If you're music festival goers, I highly recommend Shoe Fest in central Illinois. You both would fit right in there.

[@kbc1883]

Aw, so glad to get a peek inside the bread truck! I watched Paul's videos of getting pulled over by cops and always wondered what the back looked like. Beautifully and so thoughtfully and creatively done interior!

[@mikem1601]

The love you guys have for each other is obvious. I lost my wife last November and I miss the closeness. I'm looking to transition to the nomad lifestyle with my two dogs.

[@susanyates4233]

I wish Ellie all the very best, battling cancer treatment myself, know how difficult it is.

[@jukerdanz]

There are many ways to live and Ellie and Paul have surely found a wonderful and meaningful life for themselves on the road in their beautiful van. I love to see these people demonstrating that riches come in many forms. Ellie and Paul you are wealthy in the most meaningful of ways.

[@angelaperry2785]

Loved the attributes of this home and the people living in it...all so sweet!

[@AmboLife]

Ellie and Paul are beautiful people. They really embody the spirit of the nomad community!

[@uol1051]

Just a big grin on my face during the entire video. What a unique living space! The plant life (and even skeletons), the repurposed found items, and just the over-all mellow presentation of this home has put my head in a quiet place tonight. Excellent tour. Thanks.

[@BerkeyCleanWater]

Absolutely amazing story for this couple. Love the truck and really connected with the couple.

[@cheriemonami]

Another great video and couple. Thanks, Jenna. Love this truck home and its story.

[@brucegwynn8509]

You can see by the way he looks at her that he's deeply in love with her, great couple , I wish them years of happiness

[@thebillbaker4793]

Well my friend, you can tell that they’re in love and they’re in love with the Bread van. Stay thirsty my friends.

[@jewels5272]

My Daughter and I were camping near the Salt Flats. We heard this load noise coming up the hill. I saw the front of a big vehicle and I say it looks like a bread truck. When it drove past us it said bread and rolls on the side. We laughed so hard. I wanted to see the inside so bad. Thank you for sharing.

[@jacopodanglars4836]

i’m very inspired with their simplicity and dual purpose.

[@prophetesspinki1]

LOVE this entire home, gonna look for a bread truck for my next adventure

[@susansaterstad5216]

OMG! Do you have a brother or friend who wants a 68 year old nomad? Seriously, you're an inspiration and proof that people can find one another. I'm not as nomadic as I'd like to be, so it's difficult meeting other nomads. Your home truly reflects your love. God bless you both.

[@cindi7955]

This is an amazing home on wheels and the love they have poured in it to make it a home shows in every detail. Inside it doesn't have that truck feel but is so warm and welcoming. Speaking of warm as an old southern Florida gal from way back I can remember the wonderful aroma of Merita bread baking. So happy that Paul and Ellie kept the old feel of the truck on the outside. They are an adorable couple and to see the love they have for each other is so sweet. The Merita Home and gets a 10 plus and I wouldn't change a thing so well thought out. A perfect home for an awesome couple. Such a joy to watch this tour.

[@johntatman9168]

My first campervan was an old bread truck, 1950 to be exact. I used it for hunting for a couple of years before I traded it off. There is just something about these trucks that makes them special.

[@JoannWard]

18 yrs post Dx and treatment for TNBC. Now 72! Keep living your best life!

[@nightmary]

Loved the video. They've put a lot of thought and work into their home and it shows. Their relationship is really inspirational - there's a lot of love in that small space.

[@LizFulcher]

I can see my husband and I living like this. Love the rustic van and the botanical additions! I’m curious how you earn money while on the road?

[@jerseywomeninc.8640]

I find watching these conversions to be so relaxing. I just binge watch and chill 💕

[@purpletulips4648]

WOW!! Not only do you have a beautiful home but you have brought tears to my eyes and joy to my heart.Seeing this bread truck and knowing where it came from ( I live in Orlando born and raised ) brought back so many memories. I lived about 10 minuets away from Merita Bakery.

[@realgabiakagilabear5112]

I remember when he first started that truck. All I have to say is WOW! Love it! And so happy Paul and Ellie found each other. Beautiful couple!

[@trailrider2571]

Love that these two individuals found each other. Regarding the ladder: Works as a disguise as long as no one wonders why a bread delivery truck needs ladders 😉

[@ablerae8814]

My childhood dream was to travel in a converted bread truck. I am 65 now and have never manifested the ideal bread truck home but am so delighted y'all have. Great job!!

[@kelleywimberley5581]

I love the eclectic mix of your home. I always think having things you love is so much more beautiful than cookie cutter

[@PeteAxeShields]

What a fabulously handsome and wonderfully " tuned in " couple ( LOVE the beard Paul ) It warms the heart hearing stories of two lovely souls merging together in a totally REAL relationship, who, obviously, have their priorities in the right place. Some wonderful innovations and resourcefulness in your beautiful home ( love the simplicity of the cabinet locks using a strategically designed piece of wood .... genius ) The lamp reminds me of my time working in the coal mines and the Davey Safety lamp ( I guess your nautical lamp puts a different slant on the word " safety " - lovely touch ) I wish you both peace, love and joy always xx

[@MrJhchrist]

That stealth ladder rack is genius

[@sashanealand8315]

this is one of the best builds I've seen! I dont care about kitchens but having a hot shower in the mornings is essential!

[@cheepymcpeepy]

This is so wild. What an incredible build, and I adore the happy couple!

[@terrigoodheart7605]

Wow, that's a really well put together living space. It has everything a person could want. It's great. Congratulations on being together and enjoying your life ❤

[@tracykehoe8292]

Love this build and interior. Lots of great use of space and storage. They look so happy.

[@lynnescaddan8919]

Tiny house great journey; what a fantastic home. Everything's fantastic. THUMBS UP. TOP MARKS. Gr8 couple 2 brilliant way to keep cupboards closed.

[@eileenmcnichol9657]

Amazing the creativity of some people. I am always impressed by how some people find space to utilize with clever designs.

[@alvashoemaker8536]

SMART USE OF DISGUISES…! GREATway to live; y’all are fortunate to have found each other!! 👍🏼👣🩴

[@ritawoodfork3086]

Glad to see how love lifted both of you. It is palpable in the way the build is laid out that there is love. The warmth, caring is in everything in this build!

[@mrs.camilliajones3560]

This was one of the sweetest tiny home videos I’ve watched!! They’re so cute with one another and they look at one another like lovestruck teens. Watching them blush 😊 when speaking at the same time! You can feel the love! ❤️❤️❤️ Many blessings to these two.

[@amyv.2130]

Shout out from O-town! I remember driving down I-4, windows rolled down, and the sweet smell of Merita bread coming into the car. I love what you've done with the truck. Fantastic use of space and gorgeous!

[@PaulBarger]

This is what I’m talking about! Yeah buddy! O-town friend!

[@chelseaorion]

THIS is the most thoughtful one. such a beautiful home. they really love eachother :)

[@tomjeff1743]

being slim and trim goes a long way towards good health as well as maintaining this lower stress lifestyle. what an amazing accomplishment

[@5797029]

I worked for Merita Bread and Dolly Madison in Orlando starting in 1990. I drove one of those back in the day. The engine/transmission set up was standard. In 1992 we got a few upgraded models. They were supercharged diesel V8's paired with an automatic transmission. Very nice amenities also. Contoured high back seat, tilt steering wheel, etc. These could fly and chirping the tires was easy. Good gas mileage also. One thing in common with all the trucks was a high low shutdown system. (high temperature, low oil) When there was an issue a buzzer sounded meaning the engine would shut down in 30 seconds. To restart the truck needed to be completely stopped, key turned off and only then could you start the engine and continue. Once this happened to me on Interstate 4 in Lake Mary in a construction 🚧zone where there was no breakdown lane. As Scooby-Doo would say....... Somehow I survived that one. 😆

[@kiza4178]

Ok, I have never seen you two so happy! You are the happiest couple I know of on you tube. Been following Paul for years..

[@evalinawarne1337]

Kiza, I love your name. What county is your name from? THANK YOU,. GOD BLESS YOU

[@kiza4178]

@@evalinawarne1337 Norway, nickname from a foster mother when I was 8 years old.

[@hamiter2045]

Native Floridian here! Definitely remember the Merita factory's intoxicating smell while driving past it on I-4. Love the build and the nostalgia!

[@janthistleinthewind7486]

That light above the sink looks like a window and I love how big and roomy the bathroom is! Such a warm and cozy home!

[@dazza70smith]

I loved watching this video so much the 1980s classic bread van which we had here in the UK as well back in the day so it was a good nostalgic video to watch love what they’ve done with the renovating of the vehicle keeping it genuine and real to their own vision of life on the inside. You can see straight away that they are so in love with one another with each of them having the most wonderful character which shone through the entire video. Thank you so much for sharing your amazing home with us and letting see that can be achieved with the most unlikely of classics that to some may seem beyond repair but with a vision and a lot of TLC dreams do come true. Sending love and prayers, God bless and safe happy travels x 🙏🤗♿️

[@saygoodnight5103]

You two have done an excellent job utilizing your space and making it warm and comfy. Love your decorating!

[@cwitham69]

Absolutely love this build & the great folks that designed/built it! This actually is the first van conversion video that I've 'Pinned' on Pintrest. So cool & thoughtful!

[@CombatDoc54]

WOW!! Paul has become very domesticated. That's great. I remember he was always getting pulled over. In one video, he got pulled over and the cop was wanting to see inside his van. Paul wasn't having any of that. I think one cop asked him about his brass knuckle shifter knob.

[@mikieellis5133]

I remember the original bachelor pad from a video when Paul was stopped by HWP. 2 Officers were trying real hard to get a look....Paul gave us a look & all I can say now is that you definitely needed a woman's touch. Fabulous revamp!

[@EG-bz1ig]

She's a lucky woman. And the truck is amazing, love the interior, very cozy and well laid out.

[@ValerieCH1]

My husband drove a bread truck for 30 years, I doubt if I could talk him into this! But I love this design and there is a lot of love here.

[@hotrodpc66]

That's great. And he's not lying about the mpg with a Cummins 4BT. Same as the Cummins 6BT 5.9 common rail, just missing 2 cylinders. It'll push that bread truck around just fine and tow a small car or small fishing boat, but leave it about that and it's fine. Wonder Bread trucks have the same powertrain in Auto Trans and some have said some Frito Lay trucks too. I really like that yacht light.

[@davidevans9189]

Brilliant build, including of stealth ladder for roof rack! Subscribe to Paul and Ellie's channel. These two are great at keeping it real! Thanks for featuring them.