A Surprise Ending! (story 48)

[@richardhanley3411]

I've been doing van life before there was a van life. Starting at age 30 I'm now 62. People used to call us rubber tramps. Anyway I'm really proud of you and your friends of the new generation, for realizing there's so much more too life than what people are willing to explore and except. May you all have a great beautiful life. Peace out.

[@sadieannegracebrewer7582]

YEEESSSS🤟🔥 Peace out one love

[@LOVEISTRUTH300]

I have always felt this way, since I was a child💖💖💖

[@melissasantos1823]

Wow I would love to interview you if you are open to it!

[@richardhanley3411]

@@melissasantos1823 I have never been asked for a interview before .don't really know what I have to say about this lifestyle. Back in the day people just called me homeless. Just funny because the homeless didn't think I was homeless. Now living in a van or any vehicle is supposed to be cool. Anyway I stay mainly in the pacific northwest, just outside of Portland oregon. But I guess if you call I can answer your questions. No I don't have a computer or laptop. Just a smarter then me phone. Anyway you have a great wonderful time. Peace out.

[@jimmymurray7638]

I work full time at a local hospital 24 years & counting in housekeeping & am a voluteer Firefighter third generation

[@hydrachan]

I was already happy at the beginning of the video, feeling the joy of watch your adventures, your discoveries, your friendships. But then you asked that question... The guy who said he moved into a vehicle because he had cancer. BECAUSE of the cancer, not inspite of it. You see... I'm 40yo, have cancer, going through chemo, had to move back to my parents house with no money, no car, nothing but my dogs. I truthfully thought it was the end of my dreams. That even if I survived the cancer, I would never be able to have my own house, my own car... But that guy gave me hope. You all give me so much hope! Thank you!

[@deborahwhitcomb357]

Sending prayers and Healthy Healing Vibes Sister! 💜🙏☮️

[@Duchessjo44]

I have cancer, too....and you're right...he gave me hope, too.

[@lancejensen9328]

Sending prayers for a full and speedy recovery. God Bless.

[@itsanorristhing3825]

My name is Carla also and I also have Liver Cancer and other medical issues that hurt my liver beside the cancer where I cannot even look to go on a transplant list. Alyssa and Rio there channel gives me so much hope for my future even though I am a tad bit broody. I am always online and my email is in my about me ox on my you tube channel. Its a Norris Thing ------ I might be changing it soon. but I always here if you need to talk

[@alexanderikaika5125]

Hang in there Carla! You WILL bounce back from it all. When I went through chemo, I chose to talk story with all whom would listen (I wanted to hear their stories) and chose the stand up chemo comedian route with my fellow pt’s right up until the liquid bayer aspirin (not even the chemo meds) put me into nighty night mode. 😬 I wish I had the courage to “do” like the gentleman did, but I’m slowly getting there and YOU WILL too. 🤙🏽

[@Pelican5077]

We are in year 13 of the original 5 year plan we had to see the world at 6 knots from the cockpit of our gracefully aging 35 ft sailboat. Being a Nomad is not for everyone. And it is not an easy life. And it takes a committed partner. But the memories and challenges can’t be found anywhere but at sea, or on the road. We are mentally preparing to swallow the hook for good next year to go live in the woods. Closing in on 70 we need at least one more new adventure. Love your channel.

[@sergiovalenti7255]

Loved the entire video, especially the end with the individual stories. I celebrated 18 years of sobriety last week.

[@jillanderson1291]

Congratulations! Job well done and I'm sure your body thanks you also!

[@uptone12111]

Nice!

[@zachmalott3995]

Congrats-that is an accomplishment that needs to be recognized.

[@barryread3672]

Loved the gathering of Nomads! I hope to be able to travel a lot after I retire. I have a teardrop camper and am learning the ropes for the past year 1 weekend at a time. It takes a lot of guts to do what you do. Be proud. I've been living alone for a long time so the social aspect of camping is a great way for me to interact with people. I'll be going to a week long gathering of campers in October. Quite a few of them are full timers like you but are retired.

[@Duchessjo44]

I was the owner/operator of a machine shop. I had lathes, mills, automatic chuckers etc. I ran the machines and even learned how to repair my machines. And I was a single mom of 3!

[@RicardoRoams]

Wow! Good for you! I spent most of my working life in a machine shop. Served a 4 year apprenticeship for Tool & Die. The first machine tool I ever operated was a Shaper. That gives you a clue as to how long ago that was.

[@BZ-si6st]

There isn’t a whole lot of difference between what your generation is doing presently and the Woodstock generation. You are learning what it’s like to live together and separately. Forging a new and exciting path for yourselves. These types experiences repeat themselves over time. I applaud you for what you’re doing. In a world increasingly falling apart. Your experiences will be the tool to help bring us back together. There has to be a willingness for this to happen. Only time will tell.

[@Laura-ny4up]

I’m 50 a mom of 3 grown kids , A grandma . I had my first at 19. I’ve been away by myself once in 30 years . Traveled a lot , but not alone . I would love a Rig to travel in for a while . I’ve never really learned self sufficiency. I’m an Aquarius and very independent, can do anything (almost) on my own . But it comes from a fight or flight space . I want to learn and grow into a healthy independence ✌🏽 Thank you ! This was AWSOME BTW . It’s amazing after just a quick clip of a person being raw and vulnerable , how quickly you can feel “ I LOVE THEM “!!!

[@spokinabout2236]

what a great comment! all of it, through and through. thanks!

[@S.O.U.L-u-tions]

Me too, Laura 🌺 I'll be 50 next March, 3 grow-ish kiddos, 2 grand babies --- moved to Kaua'i over 6 years ago and am soooo excited to get my own home on wheels and see the world and meet other kindred spirits ✨

[@Laura-ny4up]

@@S.O.U.L-u-tions I just booked a ticket for a 2 weeks away lol vaca :) Hawaii : Maui will be my landing place some day I hope :) Hubby used to live there and my son is moving back soon . So that will good to have a free place to stay again !!! Enjoy your time and jump in that ocean for me ! I live on the ocean but nothing beets Hawaii Ocean ! 🥰🥰🥰

[@susiestokely3528]

I am an extrovert in an introvert soul. I chose a path in healthcare and eventually became a NP in a University Hospital, my specialty is Nephrology and while I try to be polite and considerate of my colleagues I am known as a Mama Bear where my patients, family members, and ancillary staff ALWAYS know I am in their corner. When I get home on my days off all I need is my beloved 14.5 yo and 9 yo x2 fur babies to heal me. I enjoy my own company and long for my chance to enroll in nomadic life. I live in the desert and am happiest at the beach, OBX is my favorite place on in North America.......I have travelled / lived Mexico, GB, India, Nepal, China, Japan, Iceland, and Chile. Patagonia is my favorite place on the planet. Also I really dig this Vlog, have been following since you first adopted the most beautiful Rio!

[@roblebby3765]

What's something you wouldn't believe about me? I learned later in life how to actually live life. Watching this video reminds me of how much opportunity I have let slip past me to live life to the fullest, but I am glad to have learned it even at my age. I enjoy watching how you have learned it so much earlier than I did and seeing how that manifests itself in everything you do from day to day. I wish that I had started sooner and that I could tag along with you for a week to get that experience for myself. I'll just have to get it vicariously!

[@tondamalone3303]

I agree and I feel the same!

[@JohnJewel]

I'm an American opera composer and a student animation generalist. I can write on paper anything I hear, I can play on something anything written and I can write something for anyone else to play.

[@tankanderson5299]

Truly real decent good people , loving and supporting community , make life worth living in real joy , that's what counts , and that gotta stand for something good . Peace and love to you all brothers and sisters .

[@BrandonRedLeo]

Thanks! For being vulnerable and sharing, enjoying your journey.

[@jamesorendorff2731]

Lyss, one of , or maybe the best videos yet ❤️ Way back in the 70's Traveling in my 66' VW camper bus...( ( Top speed 52 mph) we all descended on a small town in Louisiana ... however the locals didn't like " our kind" so it was shut down...sad...but life went on 🙏 Prior to that ..I worked on nuclear submarines at Pearl harbor repair facility specialist in pipe fittings ...worked on the reactor vessel itself...miss van life...I really do ...Bless all you folks ❤️

[@mrmotofy]

Ha very cool. I was at Pearl Harbor in 2016...then caught on video MY helicopter crashing into it in front of me. Ok the same helicopter I was on 2 weeks earlier. Yep lifetime memories of the interviews...got the crash and my flight around the city on my channel. Man that was a memorable trip

[@jacquelinedesanctis7082]

I am 78 but look and am seriously twenty years young and after a life of searingly difficult karma, now live on top of a hill in Tuscany with cat, friends and a beautiful son in Rome. I love all of you guys.

[@lokorancher3463]

I randomly found this channel this morning, watched a couple episodes before work, and a couple once I got home. There’s something about your videos and yourself that’s just calming and wholesome. Wish you nothing but the best Alyssa…………

[@REGRETLYSS]

well I am honored Loko, Thanks for being here :) I hope you stick around.

[@TrentTheTraveler]

This was an awesome video. You’re such an incredible story teller!

[@marcbee1234]

...and amazing human being!!!

[@BottyWWFC1]

What would you not believe about me? I just about survived a major stroke in December 2021 and currently cannot drive due to the loss of use in my left arm. My van is parked up and waiting to travel . I am a prisoner in my own body and I am really struggling to find inner peace xxx Seeing you and Rio also makes me unbelievably happy. Thankyou so much for that 😍 xxx

[@pippigreenheart]

Awwww hugs! That' sounds so frustrating.

[@lifeisagift.cherisheverymoment]

I would say you are not so much a prisoner in your own body, but merely adapting to this new stage in your life. You inhabit your body, but your body does not define or limit your freedom to express your inner truth and beauty. If you are struggling to find peace, I would suggest you are well on the path to finding peace. It is through effort and passion and seeking that peace is found. I too have a life-threatening condition, and I struggle in every step to stay true to who I am deep inside. Peace and blessings, fellow sojourner. I wish you Peace in every step. Namasté. 🙏☮💖

[@ericjennings5041]

Wow thank you for this video! I’m a widower at 65, 16 months, we considered this lifestyle before my wife died. Now it could be a nomad life for me alone…..such a community

[@stevekaspar1396]

I live through several van life people on KZbin... but I own several radio stations in the Midwest.. I love all of your vlogs and trials and tribulations.. I'm always pulling for all of you

[@mmsmits2868]

So good to see the amazing community. I'm an extreme introvert myself, saved from unemployment by being allowed to work from home for the past 14 years. I could work from anywhere but two things prevent me from van/bus-life: I'm mechanically inept, to a point where I can't change oil, and my wife can't work remote and after 27 years of marriage I don't want to leave her behind (I love her more than anything). Maybe someday. In the meantime, keep sharing your videos!

[@78thebarista]

I used to be a pastor of a large non profit college house in NM, lost faith but still work hard at helping people anyway I can.

[@57waterlily]

Alyssa, you are in such good company with such great people!

[@annapacatang5079]

This was fantastic, Lyss! You guys are living life to the fullest! So much fun seeing you all enjoying each other's company and stories about your experiences with van life in your "Nomad culture". What a "dust bowl"!!! Celebrating Bart with a "Bartday" was exceptionally fun to watch.🤗 Thanks for sharing your awesome experience with us. Always looking forward to seeing your next video. Until then, safe travels and much love to you and Rio.💞

[@jackfrost7695]

You know what would make your home even more amazing than it already is, imagine if you continued the paint job on the front door, matching your sharp lines and colors, I think it would look sweet, I could do it for you for free if you swing threw St George, Utah also it's beautiful here the vistas are insane in my opinion especially around dusk-ish

[@angelareader9609]

Every glimpse into the unknown, strengthens the soul’s resilience. Bravo Lady!! You are so inspiring and heartfelt.

[@tjdime]

I hitched on the road in my teen years, saw some folk living in buses and vans. Always wanted to live that life, but being civilized and working a job took over. You and the others are doing what I should have done at your age, but did not feel empowered to do so. thankfully I get to live that dream through all of you. Keep strong in self, smiles for miles...

[@Kat-n-Ollie]

Quite honestly, I think many of these people are spiritual and live in the moment. I suspect many are starseeds who are here to help people ascend to a better place. I never felt like I fit in, but I bet I would fit in here. Much love to you and your community. 💝

[@bedardpelchat]

That was a good question to ask. It's infinite the kind of answers one is getting from it. For every soul doing this leap of faith about going 'nomad' there are numerous people who are thinking about it, others that are asking themselves how to exist differently than what is required of them. The way to escape is different for everyone :)

[@sadieannegracebrewer7582]

Outstanding awesome beautiful strong and brilliant community I say with my eyes full of tears of joy. Maybe I’ll see you all there one day. Thank you so much for sharing this video. One love🤟🔥

[@thullraven1]

I follow Maddie Taylor and you. It was so cool seeing you two talking to each other. I love Bend and their craft beer scene.

[@1ThoughtMonster]

Something you would not believe about me? I did not read my first book cover to cover until I was 38 years old. After being labeled with a learning disability at a very young age I developed a belief that i could not read. So I had given up on books as a source of information. I turned to learning what I could from hands on experience and spoken words. Now I am finding out that reading was never the issue, it was simple the subject matter of the books that were presented to me. The books are now starting to pile up, with titles like " Think and Grow Rich" "The Science of Getting Rich" and" The Four Agreements" I am finally starting to figure out who I am and where I fit in. Thanks again for your content. All the time and effort you put into sharing your experiences is appreciated. Also I would like to invite you to look up the definition of the word "Rich".

[@uptone12111]

What a great group of people.You are fortunate to have met them

[@simonanderson8778]

Ive been chasing some kind of spiritual attainment and/or experience for 30 in one way or another. Now I realise that everything I was searching for is inside me. There is no-one to become, nowhere to go and nothing to do. “Just breathe and don’t resist, everything else is taken care of” is kind of my mantra. Appearances will continue to arise, good and bad and I’m ok with all of it. I’ve found peace to some degree. That “daring” attitude that once was turned outward is now turned inwards towards real freedom.

[@desmondfalakei7108]

This episode was more fun to watch than expected, kudos to the growing channel & fun nomad life. Great to see the positive evolution of you.

[@Onewholovesrock]

The weirdest part is everyone walking around with cameras filming their lives and everyone around them. I mean I get it. But still a bit weird. Good video!

[@rickchollett]

THIS is why I love to travel and meet people. I believe we can learn something from everyone. Getting to know one another and respecting choices is amazing. About me: I worked for an engineering company and quit at 52 years old so I could travel. I haven't worked since and don't plan to. Prior to that I was in the military for 27 years! Looks like you met up with a very fun group of people! Hugs from Texas!

[@ladyloquitavida148]

My husband and I are both in our 60's and last year we decided to sell everything we owned and move overseas. We had lost our only son to suicide in 2020, and instead of drowning in sadness and sorrow we decided to celebrate his life AND our lives by traveling the world. I'm a big fan of your channel, and I am always touched by your honesty, sincerity and bravery! (Plus, your writing/narrating is exceptional!) We are currently in Spain, but plan to be in France next week. The nomadic lifestyle isn't for everyone, but for now, we are enjoying each day with grace, hope, and love. Brightest blessings to you always! ❣

[@sjenson6694]

You are so lovely.. it's hard to live in this world alone and the older you get the harder it is to find anything authentic and meaningful. I had it once and she died of cancer.

[@thefleming7950]

I know there a lot more Nomads out there, but goodness, I did not expect to see this many vans in one location. So cool, if you guys have figured it out, and truly enjoy living as Nomads, if it means complete freedom, happiness, and independence.

[@angelamurphy3331]

That I worked in our National Radio and Television and the last programme was screening live calls before going to 'air'. My career was varied and lasted for 43 years. Over the past 4 years I fell upon the videos of Van Lifers and wondered if I was meant to live this way instead of the route I took. The safe financial route. Great video & good narration. Hugs to you.🍀💚🍀💚🍀

[@staceyfox9244]

I have been watching as many videos of this lifestyle and how to build a bus- my life took a turn 3 years ago that I never thought was possible and it left me alone and lost- I thought having a house of my own would help me find my way-😮 nope that was not the answer- I have always wanted a skoolie but I always thought that the cost was out of my reach- so I gave up on the dream- well I turned 57 this year and I have made the decision to live my dream and build my dream bus- my lease is up June 1 - so I have started selling everything that has been weighing me down and I am looking for the perfect bus… I am beyond excited to start working on the journey of living my life fully….. thank you for being my inspiration to live life again…

[@infinitewave5161]

With this video you have really blossomed into an extraordinary storyteller, writer, videographer, liver of and communicator of life, as you see it. It feels you have come to expect a more positive outcome of life in general. To expect that things are always working out for you. This is wonderful to see. I applaud you! The narration over footage is excellent. Your sense of timing is superb. The musical accompaniment is judicious, inspiring and appropriate. Your volumes are also good. This is good enough to be on Netflix. Thanks for being you. And sharing it. :)

[@rrwhitbread13]

I so envy you younger folk. My wife and I started living a bit of the mobile life when we bought an older RV this year. While far from living fulltime in the rig, I am a remote worker/digital nomad who has had "itchy feet" (wanderlust) since my youth. I traveled extensively before meeting my wife and settling down for 25 years, but now we are starting to get out there more in our RV. The reason I so envy you guys is that you have created a community of like minded young nomads. Such community spirit didn't exist when I was your age, and I somehow feel that I missed the boat (so to speak), and that time has relegated me to the "old folks club". I would love to experience gatherings like this, but at damn near 60' I think I would feel "out of place"; at least it looked, from your video, that this is definitely a younger person gathering. Besides, I don't have a cool skoolie conversion, just a your run of the mill, boring 17 year old motorhome. ;-)

[@tevitakirailevu]

Always beautiful....Life is a journey(like the nomad)taking us from one place to another, teaching us spiritually, mentally and physically until we reach the final destination which is Love where we can settle and remain for eternity....

[@kellystinydreamsbus]

I loved the Q&A part at the end...really resonates. 💕

[@cmliphone]

A really amazing video. Nomads or Overlanders or Thru-Hikers or whatever "movement" a person chooses to identify with are so critical. Most of us can't live that kind of life or can't make it work right now but we can all live more deliberately I guess. It's so hard at times to hold on to hope, but if we all hold on to our small slice of hope maybe it will make a difference? Keep holding on to hope.

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

Wow, that would be way too overwhelming for me. So many people and so many cameras!

[@danielnewman3370]

What a fantastic journey. Thank you for sharing these unique stories of nomad life.

[@christinamargaret4]

Looks like a blast!!! Awesome folks enjoying the moment!! Thank you for sharing ♥️

[@laurencewimpee6395]

I'm a 69year old nomad. I think I'm just beginning. I started my adventure in 2020. I was in a Mercury Grand Marquis. I've been in Eastern Florida, staying in Thousand Trails Rv Parkes, public lands, controlled by the of water management districts around Florida. I wanted to leave Florida before me hurricane season, in North Carolina up into Green Mountain which is a Thousand Trails Park. From there I went out to Texas it's been a month out there. I only came back to Florida to renew my driver's license. That's all done if I ever get out of here again I may never come back. I did destroy my vehicle. A Grand Marquis is not a Jeep and if you drive it like one you will wear it out. That's what I did. I basically sold it for the cost of having it towed and now I'm waiting on picking up a new vehicle. This is a four-wheel drive Ford SUV. Proceed myself going out I-10 through Texas and into the West. From there I have no plan. About 2 months away I'm getting my new car so right now I'm stranded in a city called Wauchula in Florida. I watch the videos constantly of you and many others and I can't wait to get out there and be one of you for real. I wish you all luck and I know I'll need some good luck. Take care and I hope to see you real soon I really do!

[@stevesmith3556]

Went to school and graduated with a highly technical degree. I found that engineers are very stressed after interviewing with a few of the top companies. I decided it wasn't for me and I'm now a manager at a large company but not in science or engineering. Still looking for my bliss. Not going van life, but want to find something that I'm good at and enjoy. You are an inspiration. Thank you!

[@cynthiamontgomery9420]

So blown by Maddie Taylor's statement! I am a wannabe Vanlifer and I have had a schoolbus that I couldn't ever live in. I got it in Winter all full of junq and for years I just stored stuff in it. I spent all my money on making my 1999 Honda Odyssey ready for Vanlife all Spring and Summer. My Ex borrowed it Saturday night and hit an Elk with it on Sunday morning. We had agreed that I would become the new owner of his 1999 Denali if anything happened to my Van. So I start over with a GMC 1999 Denali. I am going to pick up my moving pace and flee ASAP before something else. happens. Thanks for the motivating video.

[@ThePierce5144]

First I am glad you interviewed Maddie Taylor. You 2 are my favorite van-lifers KZbinrs. You would not believe I have been an Episcopal Priest for 43 years. Almost chucked it all 25 years ago. But I found a new calling as intentional interim. I help Episcopal parishes transition between settled pastors. So I have somewhat of a nomadic identity. 11 churches in those 25 years. I say hello and help them along and say good bye Also you wouldn’t know interfaith and humanistic agnosticism relationships are important to me too

[@zachmalott3995]

That’s pretty cool, Patrick. That is a very instrumental position-interim. It preserves congregations until there is a blend between congregation and a new, permanent pastor.

[@patroell]

This is an amazing video, you expressed everything perfectly. So reassuring at the end of the video, everyone went through their own struggle or something that inspired them. We were so glad to have met you guys at Descend, Literally forever changed my perspective!

[@melindamarie6139]

Something you wouldn't believe about me... I have lived in my van for over two years now and have been to afraid to leave my state! 🥺 Although I have let go of caring what others think of me (besides those I care for), I am so fearful of never fitting in anywhere and feel this is my place (with the nomads 💕) so if I were to not fit in.... well, I'd b devastated!! Great vid btw!! You are extremely insightful!!! ✌🏼🧡

[@melindamarie6139]

FYI EVERYONE WHEN YOU SEE A COMMENT LIKE THAT... "HIT ME ON TELEGRAM" ITS NOT HER!!!! ITS A SCAMMER TRYING TO STEAL MONEY FROM YOU!!!!!!!!! REPORT THEM!!! REGRETLYSS WOULD NEVER ASK FOR MONEY!!!!

[@louisbalaguer2971]

After seeing this vlog, seeing this huge community coming together in harmony and love. I got really emotional because I personally have not been to any gatherings of any sort in a long time. Love this community. This is what we all should be doing. Getting together in love and harmony. I believe you all are set apart for something greater than we all can realize. Much love to you Lyss, Rio and all of the Nomad community. You all rock and have inspired me to do something like this in the near future indeed!! Sending love,prayers and many blessings to you all wherever you are. God bless you all. Keep living that dream and go live your best lives while on the road... Much love from NYC baby......👍👍💥💥🙌🙌👊👊😁😁😎😎💗💗💯💯☕☕

[@robdean7103]

Watching your journey has me inspired to launch my buslife adventure..I know it is not all glamorous everyday but I am drawn to the nomadic freedom of the lifestyle..love watching your vids.

[@robdean7103]

No thanks

[@fr3dbroono886]

Hittin the roads is a mindbug I carry for 3ys and experience others with same courage is a calming and motivating message this morning playing matrix again

[@davidmacesr5672]

Thank you for opening your story of life in a flash. This episode was tremendous looking at the mini lives and friends that you have made in this lifestyle. It’s always wonderful to me to see people like you intelligent caring and it looks like you love life. Stay safe out there

[@myjeeprocks]

That looks like a crazy time. So much fun. It reminds me of something skydivers call a Boogie. Divers would come from all over the world to participate. During the day, non-stop skydiving. At night, a great big party, every night! The entire airport was full of RVs and tents. So, happy birthday to Bart. His was the 28th, mine was the 25th. Let's hear it for the August kids.

[@vonstek]

i was part of a group that did this in the 70's and then later i became part of a group in the 80's with partner and two children and loved every minute that i lived this way ,now i live in Ashland Oregon and I could do the van life again anytime bring my surf board and do a coastal route .thomas stekkinger from Ashland Oregon

[@johnchan6191]

U r pioneers. A group of ppl that ventures out in2 the unknown is what pioneers do. U don't know what's out there & U're willing 2 venture out, & not expect anything in return. The 1 thing I've noticed 4 many nomad is every1 is a photographer & videographer, 2 share yur adventure. Thx 4 sharing on Utube.

[@waggytailsolo]

I bought and started living in my 1989 VW campervan in 2001. I now own a small house that is great but I'm going to rent it out and move back into the same van and live as a nomad again. Great video. Thanks. Joe. UK.

[@BrendaLee-nv5hk]

I love your videos and the community is one of so many reasons why I want to do vanlife. One of the reason what you wouldn't believe about me is that I am mostly an introvert and to myself but once I open up I'm a completely different person. At this point in my life I wholeheartedly do believe that I need this community and lifestyle in my life and start there. Watching your content just confirms it even more that I need to push towards making this life my reality and just start chasing my dreams and do what makes me happy 😊 🎉❤

[@tracydiller9378]

Love your videos young lady and am thinking about doing the van life myself.I am 57 years old MALE single and this is what i need in life.Be safe and have amazing time on the road.PEACE!!!!

[@LrShadownKC]

This brought tears to my eyes for several reasons. Thank you for sharing! What's something you wouldn't believe about me? Right now, at this moment, I am scared to near wits end. I will be 54 next month and watching videos like yours made me realize I have been in Survival mode since my late teens/high school years. A little over a month ago I took the plunge after finding the van I wanted and Ive been working to convert it all on my own, mostly because all the friends/family I thought I had have left me as they moved on with their lives. Im struggling so much with how overwhelming the work is. Normally Im the strong grounded soul ready to help or answer a question (Tech support for a living), but Im out of my depth. Still, even on the days I fall and cannot get up, I find the strength to do another Google/KZbin search and jump back at my van to try and figure out how to make it a home. Thank you for your videos and the strength that they give me. Good Journey!!!

[@stevzor]

Quite cool! I'm one of the many stuck in the corporate world aka the soul engine and I call it this because for most it's a soul killer and unfortunately most people don't even realize it till their old age and it's too late, it's a sad thing.

[@deckape1325]

Hi Aylass, From Las Vegas. I love watching your journey and it's so much fun seeing all of these beautiful places you are stopping at. You showing us your journey is like being right there with you. I didn't click on the notification last night so I had to do the replay instead of seeing premiere version of this video. You all look like you're having so much fun in these beautiful place as a group and just showing up as a community and I look forward to your next video. Thank you for taking us along with you to see all these wonderful places, that we all wish we could do but until then I'll watch through your eyes and hope everything stays just as grand as it has been so far. Stay safe and we'll see on the next video. Eric from Las Vegas.

[@Dbellerive22605]

I love this video so much!! The community you’ve created- asking the questions of others and their authentic responses. It shows how comfortable you can be in your own vulnerability. Kudos Lissa 👏🏻👏🏻

[@richardwagner3317]

What an awesome experience for you. Thanks for sharing. Can't wait for more.

[@matthewrpociask8307]

Hi Beautiful, I always love watching your videos, your smile brightens my day. And something that you would believe about me in 2007 I was in a near death car accident I was in a coma for 10 days I could not walk for 2 yrs because of my injuries.

[@AdamShaiken]

I have felt a passion for and believed in the therapeutic efficacy of cannabis since I was first introduced to her when I was only seven years old !!!

[@Cosmicsurfpro]

That the happiest I've ever been was after I got paralyzed from a dirtbike crash.

[@amandachampion149]

Something about me is that my dream is to travel the country and be a nomad lol,u guys r truly living the dream,away from the 9 to 5 and "normal" that we all deal with daily.💜✌

[@dorothyburton6852]

Hi I just started watching you 3 days ago. LOL Your snowfall in the mountains of CO Then you came here to Utah. I first wanted to tell you How wonderful you are. I am 52 and I feel similar to the way you feel. Always remember You are a fantastic person! Just Be You!!

[@Avedis-G]

This is probably my favorite video of yours. You speak a ton of truth and that is refreshing. To the very cool guy from BasicallyNomads… Just watching this video and watching everyone gather together was making me feel exactly how you feel. I have that exact anxiety just watching the video. I am full-time in a travel trailer and really long for that kind of community gathering and friendship. Thank you for being honest and sharing your anxiety. You also, are not alone.

[@estebanur1]

Really nice, refreshing, restructuring jump from showing a unique/normal social gathering surface level environment to give a bit of deepness and trascendence with your final question. I felt strongly identified with the first interviewed. Ie: at the beginning of the meeting, I was wondering if I would be able to feel at ease with all these fellow nomads!. Gotta be about what it is called our "interpersonal intelligence", whether if we have it developed or we nurture it, it would make us more socially inclined, or quite the opposite? Or maybe none of the opposites, and as always, there's a fluctuation of the energy of all through us, and we would like to integrate all of it slowly, like creating wine, or cheese. It takes time, and we gotta take care of what goes inside!!!

[@jamesomerritt3229]

Glad to see your taking some time to have fun

[@emeraldknight5522]

Gotta love these videos that you create. Always full of life and surprises with every adventure. Just watched a video from Leave Her Wild and Jaylena, Isaac and Ember were also at Descend on Bend. Always love watching your videos, Alyssa. You never know where life will take you next. Descend on Bend was certainly a surprise. I'm happy that you had such a great time seeing friends and all there.

[@jimmbling]

I’ve joined numerous nomadic channels on KZbin and I really enjoy them all. Yours seem to be the most heartwarming. It’s personal without being revealing and very thought provoking. Thank you so much for opening up your life to us❤❤❤❤❤

[@deborahparker6042]

Awesome video I really enjoyed it! I enjoy all your videos but it was nice to see you not being alone so much and you’re able to interact with others. I think the soul needs that!

[@KedTaczynski]

On the contrary, that looks like lots of individualism expressed and personal responsibility exercised within a voluntary and supportive community.

[@mytranslucentreflections8995]

Ok, let's try this again! 1st- I want to say this video was AMAZING! 2nd- I'll add something you wouldn't believe about me since I've been having so much fun reading everyone else's! I spent my late adolescence and early adulthood training, then working as an aircraft mechanic. Then, I abruptly transitioned into being a stay-at-home mom and found it completely fulfilling- until recently. (Kids have grown and definitely don't need me at this point.) I am now looking to begin what feels like a third complete life shift! This one feels even more scary than anything else I've done, even though at its core I think it stems from the same place I was working from as a teen going to tech school for aviation maintenance- a love of adventure and getting away from Vermont's harsh winters!

[@jadeheart911]

Looks like me in the 70's...A van,a cat and the florida gulf coast from Buffalo ny ! Lasted 6 years.

[@henkvolder7597]

Hey, i like this vlog, because you see the community of travellers and campers. They are free and not conventional and live their live! I agree that.👍👍

[@tjohn4398]

I have an undying desire to know what's beyond our tiny little planet and firmly believe there is other life out there somewhere.. It is absolutely impossible for me to believe that our planet is the only one in the entire universe with life on it. The odds of that are overwhelming to me and I am going to sign up with SETI to help scientists listen for messages from space for that purpose. I am also totally alone and have noone who cares about me even a little bit, so I'm going to join SETI to use up all my spare time.

[@Co074K4t5]

I'm a new subscriber and follow a few vanlifers. I'm considering it in the not too distant future. Your voice is life ASMR it's so soothing and calming. Bon voyage ❤️

[@marlinmr7]

I knew this was going to be good Lyss - just did not expect it to be this good! First time in a long time that courtesy of yourself/KZbin a gathering of many folks for sake of just getting together and enjoying time with one another. No crap about politics; nationality; rich vs. poor; tall short, fat, skinny or any other such garbage as their is to much of today. It also made me jealous and gets me to start having different ideas about many things. Everyone truly really cared deeply about everyone else 100%+! All appear to have had a really good time and good clean fun so to speak. You mention about all the folks that gathered being "on the fringe of society"? I disagree as this more of how it was years past and should be again in the sense of folks caring about others around them and no being judgemental about nothing as well as making assumptions about others i.e. "judging a book by it's cover" without opening the book and getting the whole story/all the facts. From the amount of folks who gathered there and the fact that the nomad community is a growing community and becoming more "main stream" all the time - goes with tiny house living whether it be physical home that is stationary or in this case - folks whose homes are 100% mobile. I will add in that I personally believe any home 1000" sq. ft of smaller is by my definition either tiny home or small home as to many believe that a small home is say 2500' to 3000' sq ft which is nuts! That just looked like so so much fun. What would you not believe about me? Your question. The fact that I am a believer in giving people 3 chances (& sometimes more) to provide proof to me they are not jerks so to speak. When I meet anyone I do not have some predetermined assumption of them - let them show who they really are i.e. everyone starts the same until they have provided proof to the contrary @ least 3 times or more. Something I learned long ago going to a college that had students, instructors, etc. from 91 different countries. What would I not believe about you Lyss? Something not in your videos......🤔 Totally awesome episode - completely hands down! 🤗🤗🤗 Take Care; Stay well and stay safe always! Looking forward to the next video you post as always.... 🙂🙂🙂

[@MelissaMalzahn]

I'm glad you were able to make it to Decend. It looked like alot of fun.

[@BowmanMoran]

I love that you have a full size stove in your van!

[@Shelty6]

Wow Alyssa this was an excellently narrated and put together video! Thank you for sharing. I am leaving in one month solo with my 4 shelties to travel NY to Moab in my "new to me" 2009 24 foot class c RV. Very scary to not be close to my people who help me out when needed but well....as Eva ZuBeck says " The world belongs to the Brave" So I am doing it. You all are so inspiring to me. I hope to meet some others in my travels as well. Thanks again!

[@DoubleZeroGarage]

Always look forward to your videos and really enjoy watching what you do. Something you wouldn’t believe about me, I live with depression since my wife left me, gave up working as I can’t cope with that reality anymore. I started my channel about 18 months ago, it keeps me sane and prevents me from allowing my depression to take everything from me

[@Rikrik1138]

I know exactly where “The Hole” is. I discovered it while planning a drive from Prineville (where my mom lives) to Phoenix Arizona (where my best friend lives) to Mobile Alabama (where I live). Planning that drive is what actually took me down this particular rabbit hole.

[@tondamalone3303]

Ever since I was a young girl ( some 60 years ago) I have wanted to go on the road and travel. I love connecting with the outdoors.

[@bethfarley6969]

Wow! I loved the community! What you would not believe about me is that this lifestyle is how I want to retire-start part time and ease into it. My fear? Aloneness

[@johnkeathley1612]

I knew a man who shook hands with a man who shook hands with George Washington. He was also a member of the Fugate family of East Kentucky. They are noted for having blue skin. Many blessings from Perryville Kentucky USA

[@jfkpatriot1215]

This is some heavy fun and great content! Thanks for sharing! you're a natural report/journalist and great story teller!

[@andysdestination8671]

That’s a great video. Van life got ups and downs but you got community with they’re own van life’s. That makes it special. Love it 😎😎😎🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️

[@thedivedeeper]

Loved that you were able to be with people that do the same thing you do n enjoy the love theses people show.it just makes me so happy to see people getting together like this n truly enjoying themselves.huggs.till your next video