honda element car camping in -12 degrees

lots of wildlife, very cold weather, snow, sunrises and sunsets.

[@Rosesandchocolates7777]

I am living alone in an abandoned house for almost 4 years, with my 9 cats. No friends,no relatives just me, myself and I!!! Feels like I am on Survivor or something... Plus I have a spine injury... Videos like yours keep me company!!!🖤

[@heythereitsalyssa3329]

I love you videos. Recently found your channel and I'm BINGE watching you. Super relaxing.

[@willkeating461]

“I’m sorry I’m letting you all down” had me laughing so hard 😂 as I’m literally wearing a sweater and a joggers in bed to stay warm watching this lmao

[@lifeinmyelement]

Honestly what you're doing sounds pretty damn good lol

[@guysumpthin2974]

@@lifeinmyelement Merry Christmas! Too You 🎶🎶

[@leilal8053]

I hope you have a camping toilet in there somewhere in that weather. 😉 Suggestion #1. Keep a covered ice cube tray on the dash. If you wake up in the middle of the night and are thirsty, you can pop a cube in your mouth and let it dissolve. You can also fill a good thermos with hot tea, and take a sip during the night.....even if it doesn't stay HOT, it won't be frozen.

[@AKtriple5]

ROSA, you are my hero!!! Watched you on your previous channel and found you so witty, charming and genuinely charismatic!! You are killing it on your own! Congratulations!!!! Your strength, boldness and courage is enviable!! I was diagnosed with long haul covid two years ago and a subsequent debilitating auto immune disorder...It unfortunately prevents me from spending much time in the great outdoors, so by watching you I live vicariously through your adventures...I have come a long way in my recovery but there was a point I was unable to walk or talk, so it has been daunting to say the very least...Thank you for being such a bright light! Know you bring a great deal of joy to many!!!❤️🏕️🚘

[@canyonfiller]

Whats her previous channel?

[@galekeoma7276]

​@@canyonfiller I cannot believe they did not say what her last channel was. Rosa said that opinions on her there were mixed, so I am especially curious to see what it was.

[@paracog]

I think people are friendliest in really cold places partly because it's vital that they can depend on strangers when the weather is as murderous as it was on the days you filmed this. Thanks as always for your willingness to document your life even in harsh weather. 🐻☕

[@HANZELVANDERLAAY]

I agree.. Florida is the pits people are unkind

[@k_a_t_e__x]

That is such a dream for me.... the wildlife ... the snow..... the scenery.....sending love from the UK 🇬🇧

[@lifeinmyelement]

Sending love back from the usa ❤️ happy holidays to you and yours

[@rrrrrrtt1]

I like all the snow in your videos these days! The spinach/artichoke dip was brilliant. The Moosies are sooooo cool. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful and cool (literally) video today! 🐾🐾

[@lifeinmyelement]

I'm glad! Because it's hard to avoid it ❤️ thanks for supporting me!

[@AmyR713]

Absolutely love your “meandering”!! Your videos make me genuinely happy! 💜

[@CaptainRyMM]

I like the way you say goodbye for 2 minutes 😊❤️ Never really cared much for the abrupt endings so it's really nice.

[@Pinklightbulbb]

Thats fair. ❤

[@johnnymoran180]

That super cold snow crunch crunch under foot gives me the willies...

[@krishoffer8984]

I loved the moment you pulled the reflectix from the window and showed the frost, all sparkly! It's appreciating the small surprises that make being in an extreme environment worth it to me. The things you would never know about otherwise.

[@Jojo01171]

Your videos make me happy and makes me relax 😊

[@kayakinggrandmakelly7105]

Gorgeous! Wildlife and scenery

[@ILuvHalpert999]

Just found your channel and I will say I enjoy following along as you meander thru your journeys

[@ashleylang8738]

Thx for taking us along. I found your channel through a viral video and I'm so glad I did. I thoroughly enjoy your content.

[@lifeinmyelement]

Yay! Thanks for being here 🥰 Merry Christmas!

[@IreneOutolintu]

Thank you for your channel Rosa. I live in Dubai but miss my home Finland, your videos remind me of home and I like to play them on the background. You are such a brave independent woman too, I hope I can live like you one day ♥️

[@bobsuydam5406]

Love your videos Rosa, Happy Holidays❣️♥️💚🎄

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thank you! Happy holidays to you and yours ❤️

[@clintgilchrest1019]

Beautiful scenery and sunrise.... would be worth camping in the freezing snow to see it....thank you for sharing.....

[@lifeinmyelement]

The tetons are always one of my favorite views ❤️ thanks for watching!

[@MariaWelsh-lu6fg]

Yay! Miso soup! My best friend from when I was 14, 15 named her dog Miso so she would sometimes belt out in tune for her adorable dog, "You make Miso very happy!!!" Lol. The things you remember Lol smh 😊

[@popsrockz1372]

Keep plugging away Rosa! The dip looked good. Stay warm and safe! Yea water is key in the cold, stay hydrated, it's even more important when it's cold

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thank you!! Right back at ya ❤️

[@madisonlynn2713]

I love this kinda cold! It hit -18 here in the UP of Michigan and I was loving it. It’s the high winds that really do you in.

[@lifeinmyelement]

Wind is honestly the worst. It just beats down your will to live lol I'm glad you're enjoying the cold!

[@NWgirlstuckinFL]

I made your tortellini soup from another video & it’s so good! I love your recipes! I want to make this artichoke dip now. 😊❤️👏👏👏

[@lifeinmyelement]

Awwww yay! I feel like my meals are so chaotic but I'm glad you enjoy them ❤️

[@sedge8975]

I love your videos so much

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thank you!! ❤️

[@KaltrinaDemiri]

I love the snow adventures and videos. It really looks like winter wonderland out there. I hope one day I will be brave enough to drive in weather like that.

[@lifeinmyelement]

It's definitely magical but only for short periods of time lol then I just want to run away to sunshine and the desert

[@KaltrinaDemiri]

@@lifeinmyelement I noitced a lot of people who live this lifestyle run over to Arizona or other warmer places during winter hahaha

[@l5r90]

You should make some greek food with the FETA CHEEZ!~!!!.....it's sooooooo good!!!......miam!...i was a cook for 17 years and the feta is a big element of my recipes!!...And white wine!!

[@tstyles]

You are Adora-Dope!! 🥰🥰🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@lifeinmyelement]

Ahhh thank you ❤️

[@joerad4722]

Best part about cooking in the van/car (in the winter) -- "free" heat :D You should probably start putting a small bottle of water in your sleeping encasement to keep something melted for the morning :)

[@Ms.hummingbird]

Buy a small portable heater looks like a very small fireplace made for campers! Elderly lady had it in her truck camper! She said it kept her very warm! She plugged 🔌 it in her cigar lighter and found it on Amazon! I will find the name and send it to you! Enjoy your videos seeing the outdoors! Wish I had your strength, courage, positivity, etc. KUDOS ❤

[@johvanowens6751]

I need to get like you and start traveling!!!

[@lifeinmyelement]

I hope you do ❤️

[@nothingspecific.8119]

-12°??? No thanks! I'll take the 70's down here by the Mexico border!🏜️ Nice to see ya Rosa!👍 No more coffee and milk spilling please!😆

[@lifeinmyelement]

I make no promises, my ability to mess up everything should not be underestimated lol Merry Christmas ❤️

[@sharkskingaming6783]

Hi Rosa, Just a suggestion to avoid having your drinking water being frozen. Perhaps you can slip your water bottle in your sleeping bag with you? That might reduce the time you need to defrost water. Great video looking forward to the next one.

[@lifeinmyelement]

I always think of doing that!! Lol but then the water bottle is so cold I don't want it in my sleeping bag 🤣 but you're absolutely right!

[@sharkskingaming6783]

@@lifeinmyelement No your more right than me. I've only read about this method in camping/survival books. Never tried it myself though.😂

[@krisitemcclung3115]

@@lifeinmyelement I wonder if you put warm or hot water in a metal insulated mug if it would keep it from freezing.

[@philluphardagain4925]

@@krisitemcclung3115 🧐 Sure it will! Until IT gets to freezing temperatures. 🙉

[@konijntjesbroek]

Do you sleep with a hot water bottle? Does amazing things. Boil water into a sturdy uninsulated bottle. I like Nalgene quart bottle. And wrap it in a towel.

[@healthyfemininewomenarise964]

Rosa I feel you it snowed middle of night in Oregon, very cold yesterday and I was so cold in car even in park garage 😫 frozen water. I traveled to son's place for today. The numb feet is what really wakes me up. Different December

[@lifeinmyelement]

It's definitely not a fun December. It's just too cold to even want to go outside. Hope you're staying as warm as possible ❤️

[@s.m.whiteII]

You just do Rosa and let the chips fall where they may! Honesty and originality are your best friends!❤️

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thank you! I'm trying to just have fun and film like I'm talking to my friends 🥰 thanks for watching!

[@momana550]

Stay warm. Beautiful sunrises 🌅

[@rjjohnson1986]

lmao the letting you all down bit xD. But ah get to come home from work and watch a peaceful video! Hope all is well and hope you have a very Merry Christmas!

[@lifeinmyelement]

I feel like I have youtube friends now, I don't want to disappoint! Merry Christmas Eve ❤️

[@rjjohnson1986]

@@lifeinmyelement nah you won't disappoint us! You keep doing your thing and we will be here to support you!

[@MaryAmesMitchell]

Lovely.

[@jtripnsx]

Great 😍😉

[@jasonjones5213]

The weather in Montana is crazy, yesterday it was -32 and tomorrow it's supposed to be 26 above.I think East Glacier was like -65.Your artichoke dip looked good.

[@lifeinmyelement]

I know, the crazy temperature changes are not very fun... hope you are staying warm 🥰

[@AlanBadillionTrahern]

I always just wrapped my water jugs in a blanket, it never froze. . 😊

[@serenityjewel]

Sleep with mine

[@bdheine2300]

Rosa, you're not letting anyone down. -12 could kill you in minutes. Please stay safe!

[@777laurie]

I agree.. It scared me to watch it. she''s as cute as a button with a unique personality.. no need to go out her way to entertain us. Almost everyone has traveled and seen everything there is to see in videos and movies.. For me it has nothing to do with the unusual places..we have all seen it all one way or the other.. just be yourself and you will have great success on youtube.

[@christophertillis9444]

Check out Destin, Florida next winter!

[@jah0514]

Your a strong brave girl alone out there when creeps are everywhere. You would feel better one day if you clean your seats when nice out. It’s a lived in car but still you must feel gross.

[@benjamin5028]

Put a small bottle of water with you in your sleeping bag, so your body heat will keep it from freezing. Make sure the lid is closed as tight as possible. The trick will be is finding the right place that does not affect your confort.

[@Janika-xj2bv]

Never tried it before myself, probably a silly suggestion but any chance keeping a metal water bottle under the hood of the car, where it's warm ?

[@GHE2005]

Hey there, I cook all the time in my HE. U need to open a window when I cook, u know that right? I cook 1 pot meals all the time. 😉 I can't stand that cold weather. 🥶 I'm a big wimp. 😅

[@PagodaRolls]

Hello..new sub here...just wanted to say 👋

[@lifeinmyelement]

👋 back! Merry Christmas 🥰

[@Isaiah11823]

❤❤❤❤

[@jeanmariemissale5663]

Are there Bears out this time of year in the snow

[@davidclark7352]

To help prevent your water from freezing: Boil it, store in several small insulated bottles.

[@plutoplatters]

I like cold after boiling summers ..... for maybe 3-4 months... but cOLD gets OLD too.

[@fayestueben-oe4dg]

Im just amazed at you wow living in the car you are incredibly amazing

[@hwy395bound5]

Have you thought about putting a small bottle of water, like a 16 oz, at your feet in your sleeping bag ? I see a lot of thru-hikers do that. It stops it from freezing.

[@shirleydierolf2139]

Brand new to this channel..that was really a pretty video. I am 72 (TODAY) and have a 2005 5 spd Element that I am preparing for my senior adventures hopefully to Newfoundland in 2023. You are quite a 👧. Do you have snowshoes?

[@lifeinmyelement]

Ahhh Happy Birthday! And Merry Christmas! ❤️ I always love talking to fellow Element owners. It's such an awesome car to have. I hope you have amazing adventures together! And I lost mine 😂 definitely need to get some

[@ajsantana8780]

number one stressor. Where to sleep without getting the knock.

[@manuelespinosa724]

You have a stamina that is unusual

[@willbeaver9225]

again u are so very adorable and sweet

[@mykoijourney4979]

Happy Christmas 🤶🏻 🎄

[@lifeinmyelement]

Merry Christmas to you and yours ❤️

[@robinw285]

Do you have a fire extinguisher in your vehicle? 😚

[@geromesilva1262]

Cheese!!!....again!!! You crack me up..."Let's not get carried away Rosa"...Bwahahahahaha

[@lifeinmyelement]

The amount that I talk to myself is borderline crazy lol

[@geromesilva1262]

@@lifeinmyelement hahahahahahaha...It makes for great content tho!!!

[@dvlogger4170]

Great video rosa! What video editor software u use? R u planning to continue more snow camping during xmas or take a break with ur family next few days holidays?

[@lifeinmyelement]

I think it's called powerdirector cyberlink? It was the more affordable option compared to Adobe which I think is way overpriced! And I'm spending the holidays in PA with family. Needed a break 🥰

[@dvlogger4170]

@@lifeinmyelement thanks. Enjoy ur holidays time!! Look forward to your next adventure/trip ❤️❤️

[@shroomintrucker4766]

What was your other KZbin channel called

[@user-herenow]

메리 크리스마스

[@lifeinmyelement]

Merry Christmas to you and yours ❤️

[@808Affliction]

That weather looks so cold brrrr. It doesn’t get like that in Las Vegas where I’m from, thank god. When you sleep at night in those cold nights you should boil hot and put it in a good tough water bottle and then keep it in your sleeping bag so it’ll keep you warm and the water won’t freeze up that fast.

[@lifeinmyelement]

Ohh I love the hiking around Vegas! Valley of Fire is always one of my go to state parks. I'll look into getting a good water bottle, right now I just refill my plastic one....

[@808Affliction]

@@lifeinmyelement yeah the plastic one will work. But I hope you have a great Christmas with family. Happy new years

[@TheSmallsRVAdventures]

Nice one Rosa. What do you use to keep warm. Cooking in the car is cool. I do the same thing. 13:17

[@lifeinmyelement]

Legit just use my 0° thermorest sleeping bag with another sleeping bag inside it. I don't have any heating system!

[@TheSmallsRVAdventures]

@@lifeinmyelement that sleeping bag looks warm. That will be my next buy. Thanks.

[@jeanmariemissale5663]

What year is your Honda Element and model year , and how many miles ?

[@timh.1300]

You never ramble...no worries...lol

[@mtnlayde01]

Brrrrrrrrrrrr camping in cold weather

[@rorschachmanhattan9612]

❤️

[@acatnamedjimmy8060]

This entire video, once I noticed your gas tank, I couldn’t help but focus on it and worry that you would run out of gas and freeze even though you clearly are smart enough to NOT let that happen.

[@gayledrewry3727]

And I know they are expensive but put swivel seats in the element adds way more room

[@kendallkidd20]

Maybe you should consider Florida during the winter

[@guysumpthin2974]

Battery and full synthetic oil (mobil 1) the best car batteries are from walmart , and if you ever need to exchange it , walmarts are everywhere. Old/Cheap oil gels up in cold weather (deadly for the engine) . Slow cranking is bad for the starter (it heats up the windings)

[@lifeinmyelement]

Thanks for the advice 🥰 appreciated you!!

[@guysumpthin2974]

@@lifeinmyelement i wanna buy you a battery for Christmas 🎶

[@AB-hc2wu]

So it is possible to survive the cold in a automobile .

[@luigifoppiani5034]

Ciao Rosa... thanks for the video but onestly i am freezing for you !!!! where are you now ? Alaska ? or Washington ??? Thanks for answer... if you want ... Bye

[@lifeinmyelement]

I'm actually in PA right now for Christmas 🥰

[@luigifoppiani5034]

@@lifeinmyelement PA ? I don’t know where is … thanks for the answer !!!🌹🌹🌹👍🏻🥰🍾🥂🥂🤗a warm Hug ! Ciao

[@luigifoppiani5034]

@@lifeinmyelement so you are from Pennsylvania… I remember the Amish County… Strasburg years ago …🌹🌹🌹🥰🤗👍🏻🍾🥂🥂

[@healthyfemininewomenarise964]

They want to fine up to $880.00 for no chains. I've never used chains. It's ice that turned into mold near trunk that I keep checking. Your light might just need tightened..due to road rougher than usual.

[@lifeinmyelement]

I'm literally buying chains just because I'm headed to California in January and I know they are crazy about chain laws...

[@highdesertforester]

You are one crazy girl car camping in that weather. But hey, it's working for you and I get perverse pleasure in watching you do what I don't have to do.

[@lifeinmyelement]

Winter is definitely not my favorite time to live in my car, but I appreciate you appreciating it ❤️

[@johnwolf1475]

check with your mechanic- idling with catalytic converters causes damages over time- you might want to look into a deisel heater

[@eggzfrags]

How many miles are on Elron today in 2024?

[@FastasFox35]

Your headlight is either a h7 or h11. And you really need a battery the way that car sounded starting. The cold cranking amps are struggling.

[@lifeinmyelement]

I agree, it definitely sounded rough. I felt so bad putting him through that

[@Drexus88]

sleep with water in your sleeping bag with you so it doesn't freeze, I know this a year old now but that's the way to do it.

[@tomko3227]

Rosa, u just used sleeping bag for the night? Thanks for the vid.

[@lifeinmyelement]

Yup! Well a sleeping bag inside another sleeping bag! 3 pairs of socks, the usual 😂

[@maximeanselot3007]

@@lifeinmyelement you should look for a cabin heater if you plan on doing that again regularly. Mini Diesel heater like webasto heaters are great to keep you Warm. It's safe and quite economical.

[@jenny1118able]

You should have a heating system in your car. It's pretty dangerous when it is very cold.

[@cherrysIushie]

I am so jealous of people that can eat cheese 😂 I love it but it does not love me

[@robinw285]

Concerned that you do not have a backup heating source other than your car.

[@jessicaoakes6173]

Anything that you don't want to freeze you need to put in your sleeping bag with you at night.

[@Jefphis]

If you keep a bottle of water inside your jacket when you sleep it won't freeze.

[@lifeinmyelement]

I know I should do that but I can never bring myself to bring a cold water bottle into my warm sleeping bag lol

[@SanchaC4295]

Always wanted to ask if you came in contact with wildlife

[@lifeinmyelement]

I do! All the time. Most wildlife is pretty chill and more scared of you. But always be cautious!!

[@SanchaC4295]

Be careful and I do want to say, I enjoy your channel. I’m not the outdoorsy type but I enjoy learning how to survive if need be. There are quite a few channels but so far for me yours is the best. I’m in California, that snow channel is great but I need a variety lol

[@robinw285]

Have a spare key, I've known someone in such cold weather and the key broke in the door when they tried to get in their car.

[@Auxbeam]

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[@mralekito]

My goodness, this seems quite dangerous. Such a low temperature and no heating. Your water froze inside your car. It doesn’t seem safe.

[@lifeinmyelement]

Not completely safe and I don't recommend it. But the whole state was that cold so I didn't really have a choice 😳

[@joyceadair3003]

Who is Elrod? Can’t figure that out. See the person that’s videoing you.

[@giniimartinii]

Her car.

[@my-carlife]

Yep, cold is cold at any level.

[@lifeinmyelement]

Really makes me look forward to summertime 🌞

[@sicchuckie]

Spinach has the most oxalates

[@eddiefulinara5017]

Go element

[@user-cj9oy3nl8d]

Rosa I love watching your KZbin videos because you are extremely Gorgeous and I could fall in love with someone as beautiful as you are

[@josephcubberley276]

keep a bottle of water under the covers with you.

[@jerriaycock1726]

I wouldn't cook outside I probably stick to cooking inside your vehicle instead 😊

[@clayparker5914]

throw water bottle in sleeping bag and will be fine in the morning👍🏻