Thank you Bob so much for taking the time to interview me and show the world my van. This interview is a blessing and I hope so many people get something out of it that they can use to live their best life. Also thanks for your heart for the nomad! Be blessed in what you put your hands to!!!!!
@nyfrancis8886 жыл бұрын
Traveling with the Gramkracker ... Thank you for sharing! Most of all, thank you for doing what makes you Happy, Healthy, and Hopeful. I would Love to see more videos of you, your home, and your furry companion. Take care. Be safe. Blessed be. ♡
@siobhanvictorian36695 жыл бұрын
Traveling with the Gramkracker I am recently disabled. Watching you, has made me realise that I can be a nomad. I've been debating for some time now. I am going to purchase a van or small bus very soon. Ty for being an inspiration.
@garywray60815 жыл бұрын
Thank you Gramkracker for being you! You are brilliant. I love so many things in your van. People that aren’t interested in the van life will not get it but your toilet and shower design is so wonderful. I could go on for ten minutes about both. You are the only person I’ve seen using a moveable pan for the shower. That was something I thought of as well because I want to take indoor showers when it’s cold but don’t want anything permanent and more plumbing than needed.
@jadehunter76175 жыл бұрын
I I think it's fantastic what you have done and what you are doing. You are an inspiration I plan on doing this. Thank you for showing that no matter your Health there is a way to live as u wish. Just got to take the step forward.
@bisonbuffy5 жыл бұрын
Wow! So impressed with your work, Cindy. Especially with your prowess concerning the fairies 🧚♂️! So important to have a garden to invite the fairies into the home. You are so incredibly clever & inspiring. Looking forward to following your adventures.
@SandraNelson0636 жыл бұрын
This lady isn't DIS abled! She is ENabled! That van was built by an engineer, with SMART ideas. She will make a great mentor.
@kamalatarkington15036 жыл бұрын
P
@Jeremiah675 жыл бұрын
Agreed she's not disabled
@robertwillard80115 жыл бұрын
May have to ask for your help on conversion
@bluebaydawn4 жыл бұрын
I think so too
@f.u.c83084 жыл бұрын
She is both enabled and disabled. They are not opposites. She does not even use her feet on the pedals to drive because she is DISABLED. This video is not showing her disabilities... So stop saying she isn't what she is. It doesn't help her to see you making her disability into a negative and separating it from her in order to "compliment" her.
@dalekundtz46036 жыл бұрын
People like Cindy give me hope. I am thinking of changing my lifestyle. I am in a manual wheelchair and have learned to do the scoot inside my mini van so I do get around, but doing apartment living. Miss going camping and traveling. I am 65 y/o with health issues after strokes and a heart attack. People like Cindy give me hope, like I said. Wish there were more vids with people in chairs.
@judithswain62193 жыл бұрын
I don't understand why you need that step to get to your toilet....looks like you would fall getting up and down....why can't you just leave the step out . ...? ???
@williambrancati64366 жыл бұрын
Anybody who complains about their problems holding them back needs to see this video. Truly inspiring.
@dalekundtz46036 жыл бұрын
I agree totally with your assessment!
@cheesecake46486 жыл бұрын
well, a lot of people have money problems holding them back.. what can you do then?
@savedby_faith6 жыл бұрын
I agree.
@f.u.c83084 жыл бұрын
Cool you are using someone's achievement to crap on everyone else.... Really cool William... Way to not show any curiosity into people's real problems and make excuses to diminish the reality of others.....
@colly19524 жыл бұрын
For sure!
@bettywith2girls6 жыл бұрын
I'm ashamed to say that I did a little "judging" when this older disabled woman said she purchased a used older van and was living it. Boy, I was blown away by what this lady did to this van! I had to repeat several aspects of this video to not miss anything. Wow...this lady is definitely an engineer; you can tell. Innovative and very cute. Good for her...God bless.
@bluebaydawn4 жыл бұрын
Me too
@angeladawn8053 жыл бұрын
I reckon that you have to watch it at least 5 times to take it all in. She is an Engineer, and you can tell by the clever problem solving for every area of the build
@darkage54 жыл бұрын
I am getting hooked on watching these videos!
@petermastenbroek52646 жыл бұрын
What an admirable lady this Cindy is, she's an example for many of us.
@leeannwolff66426 жыл бұрын
My mom dying was the catalyst for me hitting the road too. Trying to use nature to help heal.
@windhorse38896 жыл бұрын
Just remember the personality of your mom died not here soul!
@1sonia6 жыл бұрын
💐
@clairelivefreeordie25513 жыл бұрын
Bless you!
@mskriskringle6 жыл бұрын
This lady has a warm heart and a loving spirit.Be blessed always!
@Priesttx575 жыл бұрын
I can sure tell Cindy is an engineer! My dad was one and I recognize the brilliant mind! Kudos Cindy for pushing past what many would consider insurmountable odds to follow your dreams and not let this opportunity pass you by! Enjoy every minute! You are an inspiration!!
@jessicawells33794 жыл бұрын
I loved this lady and how inspiring she is. I personally have health issues and was worried about how I would deal with them if my husband and I went on fulltime on the road and this lady made me realize that it is doable. I also really loved her inventiveness! Thank you!
@cindymaag42126 жыл бұрын
I love Cindy's take on life, tenacity, creativity, and joy!
@gailjohnson66706 жыл бұрын
Cindy is AMAZING, with her knowledge and building ability..
@pulsey20016 жыл бұрын
What a clever lady.
@savedby_faith6 жыл бұрын
She is isn't she.
@colleenkaralee22806 жыл бұрын
You really don't need plumbing imho. Simply pour some water from a gallon jug into a basin with a bit of soap, let soak and then empty basin and fill with clean water with some white vinegar added. Also make H202 (hydrogen peroxide) a galley basic - it kills molds and bad proteins... a useful cheap antiseptic that breaks down in the environment, unlike bleach. Sometimes I simply use a Handiwipe and some spray vinegar and wipe the plates and bowls and utensils clean and then spray with H202. Handiwipes are washable and reusable.
@zorazorazorzzora83336 жыл бұрын
ColleenKaralee Peltomaa Agree indoor plumbing is so not needed. Hand-wipes are washable and reusable.... explain please? ThankS for the tip hydrogen peroxide tip.. you use HP in addition to vinegar/ water right? Is one better than the other?
@colleenkaralee22806 жыл бұрын
Hi zorazora. I lived with my G'mother who grew up during the Great Depression, and I spent a few years in a camper without running water except for a very clean stream nearby, so I had gallon jugs of stream water for washing.. I had a Berkey water filter for drinking water b/c It's not tasty water that sits in plastic tanks and pvc pipes, especially in hot weather.. Amazon sells "Handiwipes" - used to be more popular before paper towels took over. They can be washed and re-used b/c they are more durable than paper towels. Cleaning with a bit of soapy water and then wiping down with vinegar spray or vinegar water to remove the soapy taste or smell is my routine. Sometimes all is needed is a spray and wipe with vinegar. After drying I spray with a bit of H202 just in case of mold or fungus or germs - it is an antiseptic, and one can purchase "Food Grade" 3% H202. My dishes and cookware are always clean and shiny. I guess if one is on the go one might want to have a grey water tank until they can find some thirsty plants :-) I've successfully killed mold around a roof leak using H202 spray. I guess it would be helpful to have a two basin sink b/c you can always put a cover over it for more space for meal preps.
@zorazorazorzzora83336 жыл бұрын
ColleenKaralee Peltomaa Thank you for the reply! I ‘ve been living in my Honda Element for over a year now. I keep things real simple. I shower at Planet Fitness, if I got in a pickle I would warm up water on my single burner Coleman stove and bathe! Thus far Ive had no problem keeping my dishes clean, I use liquid soap and a water spray bottle... I work full time, so I have access to hot water, also have water at the laundromat I go to. After cooking sometimes I heat up water... Im often amazed how easily I get my dishes/pot clean.... Ive never used hydrogen p- will give it a try I will eventually buy at Nissan Envy 2500 hightop- I’d like to stand- up I think. I have no desire for a fridge, sink- plumbing- grey water system etc or solar. Living in my Element has taught me how little I need to be comfortable... I despise clutter-- wanna keep it simple... real simple.. I want to b as stealth, incognito as possible.. Always open to suggestions...
@colleenkaralee22806 жыл бұрын
You are welcome, and definitely get the high top - it's a body thing. The Ford Transit is looking very practical to me. I concur that one can manage with a comfortable bed, some temperature control, and of course some power for the laptop, etc. For the body I love a good baking soda scrub down in between the gym. I forgot to mention the multiple uses of baking soda. And of course liquid castille soap, like Dr. Bronner's. Baking soda keeps the hair soft too. Because I eat a lot of frozen fruits and veggies I want to get a small Arctic King freezer, and I really do like the Instant Pot for its multiple uses. Of course then that would require a power upgrade possibly. My favorite van build so far is "Wild by the Mile" and "The Road is Our Home". Do you have any favorites?
@RH-rz9tp6 жыл бұрын
Way to go Cindy!! I love everything about this woman & am inspired to do the same. I hope to cross paths someday. Safe & Happy travels to you always!
@anitahendrix75736 жыл бұрын
What a great example of courage and spunk. For those of us who believe we can't do this. Going to sub her.
@maehay40656 жыл бұрын
A wonderful testimony of a woman that chose to live life the best way for her! I would love to have someone in my life who would inspire me to do more things with my life style! Right now I cannot travel because I have a husband who has Alzheimer's and I cannot be away from him for any length of time.👍👍👍👍🙏
@marirose7566 жыл бұрын
MAE HAY I understand. My husband is on dialysis 7/365 at home. 50+ boxes a month on a cycler. He wants to do this so bad but....
@julituli67686 жыл бұрын
Cindy did a fantastic job on her rig she's awesome
@1laduv4 жыл бұрын
This video is just what I needed to see! Cindy, I would love to take you up on your offer to mentor. I taught special ed and then became a high school counselor in the DC area. Unfortunately I was forced to retire (w/o disability retirement) 12 years ago due to post-concussive syndrome. I lost my service dog to cancer 2 years ago to cancer and miss him dearly. I am no stranger to traveling. I’m from No California but consider myself bi-coastal. I’ve driven across country 16 times, several times in a 24’ U-Haul. I have a van but with my multiple concussions, I find the thought of trying to convert my van sooooo overwhelming not to mention confusing. I like so many of your ideas, I would really appreciate an opportunity to be mentored by you. I look forward to talking to you and hopefully meeting with you in the future.
@kevinhavers21886 жыл бұрын
Love the slide out shower assembly
@grndmaw6 жыл бұрын
I think it’s great. But was there any mention of draining or a drawing. For the shower water?
@sueg26586 жыл бұрын
Cindy did a fabulous job with her rig! So many brilliant ideas. She is such a smart and interesting person. Great attitude, indeed an inspiration! Thank you for the interview Bob 😊
@bluebaydawn4 жыл бұрын
She is
@cynforrest6 жыл бұрын
LOVE the Gramkracker!! Wonderful Can Do attitude. Delightful lady. Incredible van build. TFS her, Bob! She has some fantasy tips and info on her channel! ❤️
@Lovelace0696 жыл бұрын
Cyn Forest yet she doesn't know the name of her 60 watt fridge she got from home depot......which is the tag.....directly on the front of said appliance.
@zoraidacastro54036 жыл бұрын
This lady blows me away!!! Clever and brilliant!
@savedby_faith6 жыл бұрын
Yes, I agree with you.
@WhyNot-zr5kl6 жыл бұрын
What an awesome lady...thanks for introducing folks to her Bob.
@Frantic6186 жыл бұрын
A lot of good, sound thinking has gone into the design of her van. Good job all around.
@lindahenderson8406 жыл бұрын
Cindy is wonderful
@CattleRancher8636 жыл бұрын
I just love these videos. I so admire these women and men who just love to live life everyday with something new to discover. Hubby and me have a cattle ranch/ farm and retirement age comes next year and we wanted to do this so badly. Guess what happened? We just got legal custody of our 7 year old grandson because the mom signed off her parental rights and my son is in the insane asylum lost his mind doing meth for years. ( we went thru hell with that one kid) although he is 30 now. I reckon hubby and me will keep watching these videos and just dream. Stay as healthy as you can get and take at least a few moments for yourself if you can't go nomad. Peace to everybody. Time to go milk the cow.
@wanderinmoose55346 жыл бұрын
Follow your dreams; take your Grandchild with you on the road !!
@pamelamolina56236 жыл бұрын
Well you know the meaning of work. You might be able to home school grandson. Take some trips if u can.
@monnaprovost72946 жыл бұрын
Mountain MawMaw Plenty of ppl home school their kids while on the road. Our country has lots of history to visit. Just do it.
@Mcfirefly26 жыл бұрын
But maybe you could do it part-time, and maybe even full-time, _with_ your grandson. Look into homeschooling; you may think it sounds like a bad idea, until you know what it really is, and then you realize it is the best! But if it was me, honest: I don't think I'd sell that farm. Of course, I'm only going by what a farm seems like to me.
@ninamcrae72956 жыл бұрын
They also have online teachers that will home school your children online , saw one here on you tube that was also living the van life . She teaches students every morning thru some program.
@libbyo39076 жыл бұрын
Way to go Cindy! My heart goes out to you! I hope you have many wonderful travels ahead of you. :-)
@misstreelove6 жыл бұрын
Ohmygoodness I 💗 her
@TwoMeander6 жыл бұрын
So glad to see you featured here! Love your van and you know we love you Cindy! Go Gramkracker! We’ll see you soon!
@judyabernathy806 жыл бұрын
Fabulous video! What a wonderful lady! She’s brilliant, and wants to help others realize their dream, as well. So glad you found her, Bob!! Yew de man!!
@savedby_faith6 жыл бұрын
I agree.
@Lovelace0696 жыл бұрын
Eye wish she'd help me by reading the tag on the front of her 60 watt fridge. ...she claims not to know what brand it is.
@greywindLOSP6 жыл бұрын
This lovely lady is an inspiration to everyone! I stand and tip me hat to you dear!..........ATB!
@savedby_faith6 жыл бұрын
I agree. She's a sweety.
@Goodgrief78116 жыл бұрын
Awesome lady and great setup! Wow what a great mentor love “ get off the couch”. This lady is living her life to the fullest!
@aromaofhope6 жыл бұрын
What a smart, creative lady!
@yippikiyo6 жыл бұрын
This may be my favorite video to date. So many great and doable ideas! Love the bathroom and shower and especially the stained glass!
@dennism55654 жыл бұрын
This lady is beyond welcoming. She is someone who I would like to spend an afternoon with just talking about life. She has a kindred spirit - quite free of mind. Refreshing.
@caliprisock5 жыл бұрын
I absolutely am amazed at all she has accomplished! She is such an inspiration to me! I’m getting older and with all my health issues I wasn’t sure I could travel. This gives me so much hope ❤️
@freedomfred65186 жыл бұрын
Beautiful lady in a beautiful van, I love it!
@gaile22416 жыл бұрын
I am glad for Cindy
@murphymm226 жыл бұрын
love her great spirit!
@auntmayme81195 жыл бұрын
What an inspiration! She keeps on going, no matter what. A true mentor for many, many people.
@donnadory74826 жыл бұрын
💞 Cindy, Very, Very, Nice build. 👍 Great Job!!!! May you and your family, be blessed with good health and happiness Today Tomorrow and Alway's.🙏 Thank you so much for sharing. 🇺🇸🏆🇺🇸 ENJOY, Enjoy, enjoy.!!!! Don and Donna, in Northern, Nevada. ✓💞 Reno/ Sparks Area.💐 🍃🇺🇸🕊️🍃🌎🕊️🍃
@lass-inangeles75644 жыл бұрын
That shower system, wow! True engineering and thinking out of the box. This is a very innovative design. This lady deserves an award for inventiveness. What a treasure! 15:33 - Bookshelf bar is also genius! So many little innovations, wonderful! Sorry to hear about the children. I have one who died of cancer, who was beautiful, intelligent, ambitious, successful and highly educated. All that work, time, and money spent on her only to die so young and needlessly. I applaud your strength. I think these experiences in life, give us gravitas and compassion for others. Despite all this, you succeeded so brilliantly. Shine on Cindy! Your light is bright. Thank you Bob, for a great tour!
@RickaramaTrama-lc1ys6 жыл бұрын
Good stuff all the way around~!!!!
@leochang61646 жыл бұрын
$900 to start the dream is a dream. Peace to her and family.
@dianekennedy9776 жыл бұрын
You did a beautiful job on your Van and I am inspired by you! Good Luck always. DK
@mrslcom6 жыл бұрын
Impressive ingenuity. It’s a challenge to be able to live and achieve all that in an old van.
@zenquestjourney-anomadicvl75136 жыл бұрын
I'm blessed to have met and snagged Cindy up as a friend. Her legal first name now is Rādie. She helped correct an installation problem with my friend Juli Tuli's solar and provided me advice and encouragement when a camper deal went bad shortly before I hit the road with my daughter. She would make an excellent mentor for your program. RĀDIE ROCKS!
@DenisJava6 жыл бұрын
This gal is awesome! I gotta say, I love that buffet cabinet/counter. She's done an amazing build on that vehicle.
@Mcfirefly26 жыл бұрын
That kitchen is so beautiful! I love the way she incorporated that beautiful piece of furniture into her kitchen, without losing an inch of storage, and I love the slide out stove! Her other ideas were great, too, and fitted (engineered!) exactly to fit her needs.
@arnitacanas59586 жыл бұрын
Wow so many good ideas in one van. Thank you Bob. I will be checking out her KZbin channel.
@clmierau6 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful video, thank you for introducing us to Cindy.
@cesalt24086 жыл бұрын
Wow, this is awesome. My best to this wonderful woman!
@gettinsumsunmld6 жыл бұрын
Love this interview. Very inspiring!
@debbiedusterhoft28706 жыл бұрын
I hope Cindy is alright. I went to her site but it showed she hasn't had a new video in seven months. I am sub of hers.
@marirose7566 жыл бұрын
Debbie Dusterhoft I hope so too. Hope she’s busy traveling.
@gbarraco88886 жыл бұрын
Great job Cindy!
@maryjoseph34476 жыл бұрын
You're awesome GRAM! Another great interview Bob..thanks
@darlacurry1496 жыл бұрын
You seem like such a sweetheart:)
@katedepaul55156 жыл бұрын
Fabulous! Thanks for sharing!
@armandomederosjr.12476 жыл бұрын
What a awesome lady and wonderful person
@willieelkins17706 жыл бұрын
Hi BoB love your vidos i like you telling the truth, you help alot people i watch all your vidos ibe on the road in may GOD BLES and thank you
@kristymichas70156 жыл бұрын
Such an amazing inspiration !! Thank you !!
@Pamela-ro8vh6 жыл бұрын
What a great video! So inspiring!!
@kellyu7656 жыл бұрын
God bless her....what a lady!!!! So much respect I have for her!!! She is not gonna let life drag her down....if we are smart we should learn a lot from her!!! Thank you Bob for another fantastic tour!!
@Lovelace0696 жыл бұрын
Kelly U ask her the name of the fridge that runs 60 watts.
@treysuniverserv15766 жыл бұрын
What an inspiration. I look forward to follow her channel.
@Granolalynne6 жыл бұрын
Love your dandelion blowin' in the wind! I have it on my business van magnet! Hope to meet you at WRTR/RTR!
@kewlz95386 жыл бұрын
Wow, Cindy That color looks Cool (Groovy) on You., and Bob took the words right out of my mouth, You are indeed an Inspiration. Nice Work..Thanks for sharing Bob
@stephanielong59706 жыл бұрын
I would pay this women to help me 😀
@carmendarlinseattle3 жыл бұрын
What a sweetheart Cindy is. And her ideas are ingenious. Thank you for another terrific Nomad VanLife video. 💕
@eastcoastrailroad82096 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video and she has done a excellent job. One smart lady.
@lisamcandrews85944 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I too have been looking out my window watching life go by. Feeling sorry for myself because of my brain Injury. Thank you thank you thank you I’m so grateful.
@ChristineBEACHCRICKETLowery6 жыл бұрын
Yeah Cindy! Glad to call you my friend! Bob you did a wonderful job featuring her in this Video! Bravo!
@angeladawn8053 жыл бұрын
This lady is a legend. Awesome build
@lencost16 жыл бұрын
The thing that I love about these tours is the creativity that goes in to these vehicles!
@tjtampa2146 жыл бұрын
Great ideas, great job! Enjoy! Thanks 👍😉
@lisalamorey34536 жыл бұрын
Good for you Cindy! Amazing!!
@ynv52406 жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting. And for showing us that even with a disability it can be done.
@trianamusica6 жыл бұрын
She’s amazing and she would have made a fantastic engineer. Her ingenuity is on point.
@sunshinegirl4236776 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed your video Bob. I am grateful to have met Cindy at the RTR this passed year. She gave me a tour of her van. It's so lovely. I also enjoy her videos on her channel... very informative. Thank you both.
@Lovelace0696 жыл бұрын
Rose Smith do you happen to remember the name brand of her fridge......she claims not to know......eye thought the tag on the front would say.
@stephanieritter92854 жыл бұрын
SHE'S OUTSTANDING...FOR SO MANY REASONS..GOD BLESS HER AND HER FAMILY..SHARED ... AND TO MYSELF TOO..LOVE THE SHOWER AND THE KITCHEN.. RIGHT UP MY ALLEY... THANKS FOR POSTING
@grannieannie13716 жыл бұрын
Awesome van. Some very innovative ideas in it. Lovely Lady too.
@deborahhailey62606 жыл бұрын
Super fantastic, love her home so proud of her.
@JimsRobot6 жыл бұрын
What an inspiring woman. Please send her a hug from me.
@daringgreatly84736 жыл бұрын
Lovely lady! She is full of wisdom!
@maggiem.29196 жыл бұрын
Brilliant design!
@moniquerossmccoy13146 жыл бұрын
Such a great video guys thank you so very much! ❤️
@Ragnellsdream6 жыл бұрын
Great van. Thanks for sharing.
@sunshinemysticmoon61426 жыл бұрын
spectacular band spectacular interview spectacular woman just such an inspiration it made me want to get up leave my job and go right now!
@Japhill756 жыл бұрын
I love people that have the ability to turn nothing into something. To problem solve at that level is such a gift and she wants to share it with others..... hello what a legend.
@puppytoes62416 жыл бұрын
Just followed her channel because I like her outlook on life.
@golightly51216 жыл бұрын
Very nice, well done! Love your garden.
@hellodoggy86886 жыл бұрын
Awesome! An inspiration because I also go paralyzed from spine damage and cant walk much and such!
@rosanella84 жыл бұрын
What an inspiring woman! Thank you :)
@noras.53556 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob, for introducing and sharing another terrific and inspirational woman! Her van is awesome!
@adriennebyrne82374 жыл бұрын
Great video Cindy you are a walking miracle.
@Pack.Leader6 жыл бұрын
Very impressive.
@rowenaphilbeck19194 жыл бұрын
Wonderful lady with great ideas. Love how she did her van. Thanks for the interview.
@Hiker_who_Sews6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Cindy and Bob!
@alanaward71835 жыл бұрын
She has a true "LAND YACHT". BRILLIANT LADY WHO SEEMS TO KNOW WHAT REALLY IS IMPORTANT IN LIFE.