9-5 Digital Nomad Solo Female in DIY Camper Van

[@karenb1627]

Maybe that van didn't save the relationship, but it sure gave you what you deserve. Peace. Lovely build. You go girl.☮☮☮☮☮

[@AnnettesVanTease]

I completely agree and thank you so much 😊

[@geraldgoodman1487]

U go girl!! G

[@melvinmuddfuckle4263]

As long as your happy, that's all that matters! Your still young with your life ahead of you, you go girl, enjoy yourself!

[@newmankidman5763]

​@@AnnettesVanTease, a few months ago I came to know about Dita von Teese for the first time, here on KZbin, as Digest featured her house. She has a lovely home, and she looks at least 15 years younger than she is. Your van is cool, but maybe you should hang a poster of Dita von Teese somewhere in it

[@AnnettesVanTease]

@@newmankidman5763I don’t have much room for a poster or photo to hang but funny you mentioned her. I was just thinking I should reach out to let her know of her namesake. 😊

[@mariamacias8276]

There's a silver lining in every situation and you have turned a bad into a great!! You must be extremely proud of yourself ☺️🙌🌻

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Aw thank you, life is so much better now. I appreciate it.

[@JonniesJourney]

Live love love this community. It was such a honor working with you. Will never forget Joshua Tree. You have triumphed where many would have given up. You are our people. ❤

[@AnnettesVanTease]

If it wasn’t for you I may have sold this van. Thank you for showing me the way and guiding me into this lifestyle that I love so much. You are my angel. A true blessing. ❤

[@fonda7760]

Annette! Wow, nearly self built? This speaks to your tenacity and courage! You could have chosen to remain stuck and suffer despair. YET, you chose the path of hope and aliveness! Congratulations! So proud of you. Thank you so much to the van community for the kindness you showed Annette when she needed it most!❤

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you it was a lot of work but this community is my everything now.

[@leeanne7169]

This is the best van I have ever seen!! It is so comfy and cozy...I absolutely love what she's done here. Have fun on all your travels!! I am so proud of you on what you've accomplished!!!

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you so much! I appreciate the sweet compliment. 😊

[@marykoch1666]

You are living your best life and I'm so happy for you! Love your van.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

I really am! Thank you.

[@debbiebabb9018]

Great tour Annette. So proud of you for not giving up. This van healed you and brought you to a great community. I’ll be joining Jonnie and the group this weekend. Wish you could join us. Maybe some day. Continue posting and I’ll keep watching. Safe travels.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Debbie! Aww isn’t Jonnie the best. Have so much fun at the meet up. One day we will meet too. ❤

[@connielucas3064]

You go girl!! Don't need a toxic relationship because you deserve so much more.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you ❤

[@garypavis4913]

What an awesome build! I’m very impressed with your design and the strength and courage you have to see your dream come true ☺️ keep pressing on cause it only gets better! Looking forward to more from you ❤️

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you I appreciate it, life has improved tremendously since I’ve finished this van. 😊

[@barbarajoyhuhtala3495]

You go girl! (not copying your words karenb1627- they were the words that popped into so many people's minds.) Glad you're out of the toxic relationship and living in your beautiful home and enjoying your beautiful life! I hope your sharing with us empowers others to see what is possible and live their best life. Functional design, and I like how you gave the individual acknowledgements to those that helped you with YOUR BUILD that helps you move forward with your renewed journey through life. I love how your nervousness disappears toward the end when you speak about the projects you have for the future. Your voice and your body language change and show your confidence. Whoever your partner was lost out big time! Keep sharing! That is what makes humans a community!

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Wow thank you so much for your very kind words. Life has improved but it does take lots of work at times. I appreciate your sweet words of encouragement. Thank you. ❤

[@juniper617]

I really love your table. Also, it’s very brave of you to talk about the relationship and how it affected you. I’m sure that will be helpful for people in similar situations who come across this video. Wishing you all the adventure and joy in the world.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you, it isn’t the easiest to speak about and I rarely do but found it healing to tell my story. Thank you for the sweet words.

[@frankdeitsch6869]

Awesome job and on the bright side even though the van didn't save your relationship but it most definitely saved and strengthened you. So enjoy your travels and non toxic life👍🤘❤️

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you I’ve learned so much over the last few years. Life has improved so much since I’ve completed the van. I appreciate it.

[@rogertemple7193]

This is a really small tiny home van but I really like it and it is very good for a single person very nice.😊👍 🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞

[@AnnettesVanTease]

It’s so perfect for me. Thank you.

[@rogertemple7193]

@@AnnettesVanTease You are very welcome Thank You.😊

[@lindajadams8932]

So proud of you! Beautiful van and realizing toxicity in a relationship. The world is now your oyster!❤

[@AnnettesVanTease]

It really is. I’m working on seeing the signs for future relationships or even just personal interactions. Loving my new life as a single solo traveler, who knew I’d be so happy. Thank you.

[@wendylbranchfield7959]

Johnny’s journey, she’s wonderful. I saw a van that she built out for a woman that look like a gypsy caravan inside. It was so beautiful.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

She is amazing! You must see her latest build, the red van of Bev’s is amazing!

[@crissy9792]

Your decision to carry on and start travelling solo is inspiring. I wish you safe and joyful travels x

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you ❤

[@carolineroy9026]

Impressive beautiful built. Love everything, it’s very tasteful and very well planned layout. Love it. 🥰🦋

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you! For the tiny space I think the layout is so useful to give that open space and room for friends.

[@merrymcpherson1685]

Yes Jonny is awesome !!! I watch you build it out and you did awesome !! Annette’s VanTease :) Made love from the east coast of Canada :)

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you so much 😊

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Awww thank you so much. She really is awesome. ❤

[@diannehall1534]

Your van conversion is absolutely beautiful.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you so much!

[@pattycarretta9932]

Annette you did a fantastic job building out this van! For every frustration you endured in the build process, I believe there will be hundreds of wonderful experiences ahead of you … and that will be a distant memory. You’re already having beautiful adventures and meeting great people along the way. ❤ I’m SO glad we were able to meet in Joshua Tree! That trip was one of my favorites and always will be! I completely agree with you about this community! I would have quit several times too… but the people… they have continued to encourage me and educate me along the way. ❤I’m SO SO grateful for everyone I’ve met. And … in particular Jonnie! Everyone I’ve met… I’ve met through her. And I love knowing that I’ve already met my people out here… and many more to come with each adventure 😊.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

@PattyCarretta you’ve gotten me all teary eyed over here. ❤ That trip to Joshua Tree changed my life. I was so, so close to finishing then the end of last year happened. You know, then I needed it done. Every single time I go out I meet nice, new people. It is a different life than before. The people I’ve met through Jonnie has been so amazing, so supportive of each other. I can’t even put into words the love I send back to everyone for being so kind and helpful. Thank you for the All Powers too 🙏❤

[@littlewarrior62]

You are so blessed and talented. I'm proud of you for going forward and making it YOUR own home. Very inspirational. Love it. ❣️

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you so much. ❤

[@mariebutton3440]

You should be very proud of yourself hunny. You've done an amazing job. Your video will inspire others . Btw happy healing in time it won't hurt so bad. Stay strong it's God's plan

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Aww thank you. I am proud of my van and the work I did. Appreciate your sweet words.

[@weavgiff]

Jonnie is the best. She was very helpful to these two newbies through our van build. Great little home. Enjoy it.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

She really is the best, my home would not be what it was if she wasn’t cheering me on throughout the process. She has such a positive, helpful attitude, such an angel. She introduced me into the community and I was welcomed with open arms. ❤

[@tammyjantzen9004]

You did a really fantastic job! And the cost was reasonable. So glad you're living your best life! Blessings to you. Have a great time!

[@AnnettesVanTease]

I so am living my best life now. Thank you for the sweet comments.

[@viralshark]

The pain in your voice when talking about the relationship is impossible to miss. Glad you found happiness. You seem too sweet to deserve otherwise.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

I didn’t see this until now. Thank you so much for your kind words. 🙏

[@abbe1abbe156]

Thank you for the tour. Your van is beautiful. I sense your vulnerability and I'm happy that you were able to rise above your disappointment to find the blessings. The van brought you a communiity that appreciates you. It's a great place to start. Alk the best to you.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

This community is everything. I am so happy to have landed here, after it’s all said and done. I appreciate it, thank you.

[@GracieandJacqsAdventures]

So proud of you, Annette 🎉 You have done a wonderful job 🎉 And you're right about our community, and I am blessed to be a part of it🎉 Hugs🎉🎉🎉

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Aww I’m only seeing this now. Our community is family and we’re all over the place! Yes, I agree I feel so blessed to have landed here around these kind souls.

[@Erica-wy8zx]

Great van! You should be proud. I know I would be. Obviously people think quite highly of you to want to help. Safe travels!!🌻

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Aww I am very proud of my accomplishment with the van. This community is the best and sweetest I really lucked up. ❤

[@robwickham8530]

Ann, I applaud your strength and vulnerability in life and in your video. Great job! Hope to see you at a HH sometime. We love the program too!

[@AnnettesVanTease]

If you’re in Northern CA it’s likely we’ll run into each other at HH I’m checking those off the list.

[@marieblanchedumont5634]

Good for you this van saved you from a very difficult Life do not fall into something like what you got out of. Continue your Life with this van and i wish you a very good relation in a right time. Keep your nice way of Life for now.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you I completely agree and I am so happy in this new life. ❤

[@robinette0323]

He did a great job, and when you open the doors in the back all you need is one shower curtain to completely be boxed in and have a outdoor shower it would be perfect

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thanks! That’s the idea actually, if I can find a long shower head with hose. My water heater is under my sink so it needs to be long.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you so much Tiny Home Tours for giving me the opportunity to show what I’ve worked so hard on, with this tiny home. Watching your tours helped give me the motivation to buy this van. ❤

[@1mourningdove54]

Your build helped make you stronger. Relationships may come and go, but the strength within will be with you forever. Stay safe and enjoy your life!

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you 🙏 I’m learning a lot about my abilities and strength after this. Everything happens for a reason ❤

[@pamelahauer9938]

Wow! Very impressive. You are amazing that you did all that with no experience. Kudos to you! I wish you all the best in your future. 🎉❤

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you! I was so surprised when I got to the end and saw what I can actually do. I appreciate it. ❤

[@mharding1258]

You're still coping with the loss girl. Its ok. You'll get over it babe. Believe in your abilities because you've done extraordinary things and excelled yourself. Proud of you girl.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you, it looks like I missed this comment. I appreciate your kindness.

[@amortranquilo661]

Wow! Perfecto!! I'm so tickled at how beautiful she is in this presentation. So cozy and peaceful! I love it! And the kindness of everyone giving you the solar panels and saving your food ~ touched my heart! What a great community! M/b you will travel through the S. Rockies some time and I'll get a mesmerizing drive by.😎 Hasta luego!

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Awww you really are, always the sweetest. I do think we’ll meet! Alaska is on next years agenda, then most definitely the Southern Rockies. 🥰

[@goobergelslady]

I had that same fridge in my semi. I absolutely loved it.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

I’m loving it now, learning where to put foods so they don’t freeze. It works with my solar and keeps charged which is most important not being a 12v.

[@goobergelslady]

@@AnnettesVanTease I like I can hold jugs of juice and half gallon of milk in the door and colder items further back.

[@DBeck-kz5hx]

Beautiful van young lady! I hope your travels bring you strength and peace.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you so much. I appreciate it.

[@denisephillips9269]

Glad you found the courage to continue on your journey. Very nice build. Enjoy, good luck, safe travels

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you 🙏

[@cynthiachambers4105]

Your story was very moving about Your previous relationship. Eventho it didn't go well You have Beautiful DIY Van to be proof of especially build by you with some help. Continue Your journey with Safely, Peace and Comfort. Maybe You can become a Pet Parent. Thanks for Sharing Enjoyed and Blessings 🙏❤️🥰😇 From Pennsylvania,USA

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you so much. I am much happier now and I have recently considered being a pet parent too. ❤

[@traceyhill7784]

Great build, looks wonderful. Congratulations on getting out of the toxic relationship, love that it has brought you to your new life ❤ enjoy x

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you so much, I appreciate it.

[@MannyWC]

Love love Jonnie!🎉

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you friend

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Me too!

[@sharonoldham4374]

You did a fantastic job. Congrats 😊

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you!

[@sylvaintrottier4691]

Your build is super and fits nicely with you :) I hope you'll get thru that previous realationship as soon as possible; we can feel your sensibility when talking about it. Enjoy your new life, your a good person it's easy to feel xx

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you so much ❤

[@lisahuffman6366]

Love this I want to do this

[@AnnettesVanTease]

You can! All resources are on KZbin. 😊

[@suzannecranford6819]

Fabulous! Thank you for sharing your story, and thanks for the wonderful tour! I love the pillow that houses your bedding. What a great idea. I want to try that. It would definitely solve a problem.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

I saw that on a few videos and I just don’t have the space for all the blankets. It’s definitely helpful.

[@suzannecranford6819]

@@AnnettesVanTease did you make your pillow sham or did you find a large one at a store?

[@AnnettesVanTease]

@@suzannecranford6819 I actually bought the sham at Target, I believe. It matched my fridge and was perfect.

[@suzannecranford6819]

@@AnnettesVanTease thank you for the info. BTW, I used to have a little fridge just like yours. I loved it. It was just right. Thanks again! 💗

[@AnnettesVanTease]

@@suzannecranford6819 I do love this fridge so much room for ice cream! 😊

[@lorrieaustin4997]

Such a beautiful van

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you.

[@no_worries_van]

Linnea & Akela are my favorite🥰

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Mine too! I learned so much by watching her. We have the same van but she has the high roof.

[@wargamerpainter6508]

Annette i take my hat off to you, thats a lovely conversion better than some so called professional builds posted on youtube. a real testament to your skill and determination at what must have been a turbulent time, hell just think of what you could do with a clear head. i myself am looking to build a dayvan for me and Trouble my Jack Russell so will pinch a few ideas from your build, maybe think of a dog yourself a lot less hassle than a partner, stay safe and fun travels bonny lass x

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Hi there, sorry I missed this. Thank you, yes my head was no where near clear towards the end of the build. Years from now I’m sure I’ll look back and wonder how I did it. Yes, having a dog join me has crossed my mind. If you decide to build a van, KZbin is full of resources.

[@davidbraxton6600]

AWESOME JOB MY SIS ❤

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you so much.

[@devononair]

Wow, that was a heartwarming story. Congratulations on finding some peace.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you, ❤️

[@cherylfightmaster1130]

Absolutely Magnificent Great Job!!

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you 🙏

[@buildingjmpr67]

Good for you, good for you, good for you!!!!👍👍👍👍👍 you go girl👍👍👍👍👍 beautiful conversion, Good luck on your travels👍

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you 🙏

[@masterbond9]

its hard to see that youre in a toxic relationship when youre the victim. and the longer youre in that relationship, the harder it is to leave. ive seen it happen. a newer friend of mine, who is always there, and has actually helped pull his friends out of toxic relationships didnt even realize it for 6 months, he realized it on his own when his partner wanted a poly relationship but didnt actually ask his current partner about it, and that friend does not want anything to do with polygami. that was a major dealbreaker, and that is what got himself out. that guy's actual partner has been with him for several years and is completely brainwashed from what i hear. and at this point, except for physically going there and breaking them apart, there isnt really anything that can be done

[@AnnettesVanTease]

It’s sad when people stay. It took 3.5 years for me to realize what was truly happening. It was doomed from the first date. I know what to look for in the red flags now, I hope anyway.

[@twylasteamer4009]

I’m just here to say I’m so proud of you. So glad you decided to live past the toxicity ❤

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you, I chose happiness and it was the best decision. Life is simply wonderful now.

[@William2N]

Beautiful build! Stay strong! Enjoy!

[@AnnettesVanTease]

❤

[@cinramirez8627]

Great job on this build! ❤

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you 🙏

[@catherinebritton5976]

Love and hugs to you, Darling girl, may you find your dream! 💖

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you ❤️

[@harryhoesch3793]

A thought. Shower curtain on both sides between the open rear doors (one to keep the van insides dry n the other for privacy). It would make a nice sized shower space, then throw a black bladder gravity shower bag on the roof until warm (or just a warm rainy day) and Van La. Watch for windy days and drones if showering naked.

[@JBdontcare]

It's so amazing. I think a lot of ppl are turning to this way of life bc everything is so stupid, high, and outrageous nowadays. But would love to live like this

[@AnnettesVanTease]

It is crazy expensive now. Thank you.

[@ebombglass]

Really nice build out. She even trimmed the windows. I could see a outdoor shower set up when the back doors are open. Just add some privacy from door to door.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you so much. Yes, that was actually my idea too, I need a longer shower hose. For the time being, I’ve been finding showers everywhere on iOverlander. Next summer I’d like to have that set up as an alternative though. 😊

[@mariamacias8276]

I'm 5 4 too. Is it a medium roof?

[@AnnettesVanTease]

It is and I believe it was 5.8 before I added the floor and roof.

[@lindabarker7142]

Annette has a gorgeous home!

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Awww Linda! Thank you. ❤

[@FIRE_DrNinjaTurtle]

I am so happy for you.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you ❤

[@mozebytak]

Thank you for sharing all your story. You have great van... no, great Friend. And great lifestyle now. Wish you all the best!!!

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you so much. Yes, sometimes you wish for something and the world hands you something even better. Truly loving this lifestyle. ❤

[@frantrictantric]

Great job lass and a credit to you. The bloke you had was in the past but van life i am sure will turn up a better like minded substitute.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

I missed this comment. Thank you so much, I believe you’re right about the substitute.

[@ingridbrooks7422]

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[@AnnettesVanTease]

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[@mistysedillo1696]

Sweet build..good ideas!❤

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you 🙏

[@cherylpeters8466]

I agree with Karen

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you.

[@laurajphillips]

Fantastic!

[@AnnettesVanTease]

❤

[@michelleellis8201]

Very nice van!!

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you.

[@karencastle6002]

Great job. ❤

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you 🙏

[@CarrieMtn]

Super interesting and inspiring 😊

[@AnnettesVanTease]

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[@melbawoods6513]

❤❤❤

[@AnnettesVanTease]

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[@smile83tye]

Beautiful

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you.

[@donitaarender7839]

Nice build

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Thank you.

[@Greg-io1ip]

You really thought of everything. Well I'm certain things pop up you adapt to. You seem very capable of seeing the technology and functionality in a way that is also tastefully executed with a feminine eye but not over the top. Just right really. Now cheer up. Everyone farts and burps. However something has to happen with the toilet next to the driver's seat. How about a little outhouse + shower trailer? Can double as carrying your bicycles and hiking gear. Just make sure to put good security chains and alarm system on it tied to main van alarms.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Great idea. I’ve been finding showers on the road. I do need an alternative which is going to be an outdoor shower. I need a new shower head so I can use it. The toilet usually doesn’t stay there, mostly it’s back under the bed or lounge seat. It’s also cleaned daily but I do like your ideas. Thank you.

[@Greg-io1ip]

I need to tell you Annette I'm 6'2" so I'd need to be horizontal most of the time.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Well you would also need to be diagonal since the width is only 6 ft. I think you’ll need a high roof. 😊

[@orlandobabe]

How many watts does that fridge use compared to the domestic fridges I see most van lifers use?

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Hi I need to look that up. It seems like it was in the 500 for a year but I’ll look it up and get back to you. I do have 300 watts solar and I’m able to run this just off the sun with zero issues. I was concerned it would take too much power but it doesn’t.

[@willspeed6804]

Wine very important 😃

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Right?! 🍷 😊

[@phantp78]

She definitely lucked out by getting rid of the guy. Stuck in a small van with a toxic person can turn out badly.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Yes, thank you. I am in a much better spot and loving my new life. I appreciate it.

[@roseother8306]

Did you ever say what type of vehicle this is?

[@AnnettesVanTease]

I apologize, I believe I saw this comment but my response didn’t post. This is a Ram ProMaster 1500, with a 136 inch wheel base and medium roof.

[@harrypottah8889]

Wish I could be this rich and successful

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Aww, I went the cheap way by building it myself. Nowhere near rich. You can do this too. 😊

[@godevarcooper9366]

AnnetteVanteets

[@junglebungalow]

Nice build! You need a big dog for riding shot gun and keeping you safe.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

This has recently crossed my mind.

[@junglebungalow]

@@AnnettesVanTease There are so many great dogs needing adoption. And you won't ever feel alone when you have your best buddy with you. Dogs are the zen masters of good company.

[@buboyzone8139]

No shower area?

[@godevarcooper9366]

16:00 johnnyjourney

[@AnnettesVanTease]

Love @Jonnie’s Journey

[@palote99]

H1 not good for conversion.....

[@rogerjob2780]

😎🍷🚍⚓️🇬🇧👍

[@AnnettesVanTease]

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[@c.p379]

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[@AnnettesVanTease]

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