a typical winter day: living in a van at 21 years old

[@vk4011]

You do you…that’s what I’m here for…not the entertainment “value”. I value you just as you are! Thank you!

[@strandEd_09]

good to know! thank you

[@stephaniebotfield7188]

New subscriber here. Authenticity is the way to go . As the others said “ just be you “ I’m going to watch some of the older uploads. Loved the sea but you’re mad getting out there. Keep going.

[@Shifytee123]

I've seen a few items here that i would'nt mind the amazon links for (kettle, lights, shelvibg etc etc) maybe set up amazon affiliate links, and you could earn a little from them too. I'm impressed with how level-headed and mature you are at 21! Also perhaps a van tour and a little about your van, maybe how you built it or bought it like that, what gave you the idea to do van life at Uni, rather than traditional route??

[@strandEd_09]

that’s not a bad idea.. might work on getting that set up soon :) A van tour will be out in due course :)

[@IAMNationX]

the fact you dont go from noodles to perfectly cooked meal is a testament to you. Keep being you

[@strandEd_09]

i shall do my best 😃

[@judyturner2068]

You had me Before you pulled out the guitar!! I wish you a wonderful holiday from an old hippie grandma in Kentucky.

[@strandEd_09]

thank you !!

[@cynthiasilvera4656]

Forgot to add how much I enjoy your videos and wish you a wonderfully happy life.

[@strandEd_09]

thanks! much appreciated

[@jimfarley6812]

I liked the cut to the power usage when you put your toaster on. It's not only EV owners who get battery power anxiety!

[@strandEd_09]

now that’s true enough 😎😃🤭🤩😜

[@butterflyj1967]

Ya gotta love the British weather! Only emergency cheesy beans will do in such dire circumstances. Congrats on 2K Ed!👍

[@strandEd_09]

thank you my brothers

[@joetrp-3553]

Your videos are authentic and very enjoyable, thank you for being honest, God bless you brother

[@strandEd_09]

thank you brother

[@buffetlegs]

Just keep doing what you're doing - showing us what living in a van aged 21 whilst at Uni! We don't expect sex, drugs and rock n roll.

[@strandEd_09]

that’s all in the next vid !!

[@sophiedereans]

😂😂😂​@@strandEd_09

[@TheKilnman]

Cley I've done a lot of diving there. There's a wreck there where I used to get a lobster or two. Keep it up

[@rfederer3698]

Thats it now. 🎉 give us some festive tunes. Love what your doing. Helen from Chester 🎅

[@strandEd_09]

thank you Helen from Chester!!!

[@wentale]

just missing vegemite on the toast with the beans...oh wait....I'm Aussie.😂😂😂

[@Georgiasomar]

I agree with what many are saying and that is to just keep doing what you are doing. We are here to watch your adventures and every day life.

[@kapkult5187]

I love what I've seen so far. Looks like you're just getting started. I think you're doing well, and your videos are engaging, authentic, and entertaining. Great work, friend!

[@strandEd_09]

thank you my friend !

[@rainbitss]

you are AUTHENTIC!!! which is why I sub'd. n why i will stay!! keep being you and thanks for the video

[@DrivingSchoolTV]

You said mega tea.. beans on toast. and i was like umm what?! Then you made it and i was like DAMN sir you made a masterpiece. I've had dinner and im immediately hungry

[@lauscho]

An F1 fan AND a guitarist? Look are you TRYING to be a man after my own heart? 🤣 Seriously though those are some good chordal chops! What were you trying to learn? Sounded very proggy to me!

[@Amazonagent]

You are doing great and I am enjoying everything. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us!

[@lchk662]

Blessings from Hong Kong! We have Chinese food that westerners find them disgusting, pork intestine, chicken feet, stinky tofu. They are delicious. I love whatever contents you are having, fenzy or realistic. I love them both. If you just enjoy filming, your viewers are gonna enjoy them too. I like videos that require less efforts in shooting and editing. It's too tiring filming. Hope you are getting more and more passengers in your van, floor it!

[@strandEd_09]

thank you my friend !

[@lauscho]

"I've never experienced weather that actually hurts" Spoken like a true non-Canadian ;) :P

[@strandEd_09]

Haha, i’m sure you’re on to something :)

[@joetrp-3553]

6:27 what am I doing 😂😂 so funny man

[@endministratorr]

Really nice vid, what are you majoring in btw ?

[@strandEd_09]

accounting and management 🫤😃

[@NoelG-IRE]

Tip: Most graveyards have a tap.

[@blackbetty1647]

As an American...yup a bean sandwich doesn't look appealing 😂. As far as content...your doing a great job! I love just seeing the day to day life out of a can and the struggles that come with it

[@blackbetty1647]

Out of a van.....lol oops!

[@darrenjason2270]

It's not a bean sandwich it's a traditional British snack called beans on toast 😂

[@strandEd_09]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@janetwoodley9382]

Thanks

[@strandEd_09]

wow, thank you so much! 😊

[@aidanburt3709]

Just came across your channel last night and have officially watched all of your videos. Love it man, keep it up.

[@strandEd_09]

ty mein bruder

[@Minnesotaqueen1969]

I just subscribed

[@strandEd_09]

yessss!

[@wanderlust_torz]

Hey Ed. You do you mate. 😊 The rest of us are just here to be nosey 😅

[@strandEd_09]

that is excellent news :)

[@martinisabelle8384]

Happy Christmas!

[@strandEd_09]

thank you! merry christmas!

[@jsmithkoko]

big soup is good

[@strandEd_09]

big soup is best

[@jsmithkoko]

question what you drink

[@strandEd_09]

i drink 8l of milk a day

[@Issy1997]

Are you entertaining the thought of having a dog around? Just curious😅

[@strandEd_09]

I have a dog at home but probably not in the van full time :)

[@TheKnightsShield]

I hope you don't mind me asking, but how do you insure your van? Looking at it, it doesn't look like it meets the DVLA's requirements to be registered as a motorhome/campervan, as you only have one window on each side of the habitation area, you have no awning or anywhere to fit one and lastly, you have no campervan decals. If it's registered as a panel van, how do you get it through the MOT, as I would have thought that they would say "you are clearly living in the vehicle, and therefor, it cannot be considered a panel van anymore"? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Merry Christmas, hope you have a good one.

[@strandEd_09]

initially was insured as a panel van with admiral, then let them know the situation and they’re aware of everything within the van and it ended up being about £100 cheaper :)

[@TheKnightsShield]

@@strandEd_09 So it's no longer insured as a panel van then? I must say, it looks nice inside, it's the sort of layout I'd go for, if I were to get a larger van. I don't have one at present, still need to get a licence. :( Hope to do something in the new year with a bit of luck though.

[@ikkehierrro]

3rd with a Q; you play that guitar Ed? It's Your music on ur channel? Ah you do play some strings🎉.

[@strandEd_09]

not usually but might include some in the next ones :)

[@ikkehierrro]

​@@strandEd_09Food for the soul; nice vlog TY

[@MarccOutdoors]

Second

[@ruthusthe1st]

First 😃

[@strandEd_09]

YESSSS

[@cynthiasilvera4656]

Englishman? Are you English or British? Living for yoinks years in the Caribbean, I still become annoyed when asked if I’m English. I spit out my usual response through clenched jaws- I’m British not English. Proud of my Irish heritage. 😅

[@strandEd_09]

hahah, i’m both, i’m english, so british works too

[@adolphhilter4335]

How awful for you. Maybe if you spoke with an Irish accent and said Begorrah on a regular basis it would help?

[@garywhitehead9246]

Well done for saying your English,it's who you are.

[@marnik2504]

Beans on toast, a british staple,