How I Ended Up A Single Mom Living In A School Bus

[@kimdagnillo8246]

You’re so lucky to have supportive parents and people around you…that’s the secret, you’re blessed.

[@rideordyeojai]

truly...couldn't agree more

[@happyhippie6757]

Love your first vlog 😉 Following 🙂

[@Juju-l3o]

I agree, my parents aren’t supportive at all and my “mom” has no maternal instincts at all.

[@analarson2920]

Amen

[@jayjetson5312]

Your lucky to have the support of the government... that's the secret, your enabled.

[@SunraeSkatimunggr]

May the power be with you young mother. I was a single mom, and it was both the best thing that happened to me and the most stressful, but I would never change any of it. My baby is now 36 and has his own son. Life goes on.

[@nlo2629]

You should not be proud of your status as a 'single' mother. Your child wouldve been much better off with a stable father.

[@SunraeSkatimunggr]

@@nlo2629 You assume much. He had a stable father, just not living with me. I never kept him from his father. In fact, we just lived blocks away from each other for most of his early years. I just didn't want him as a husband because he was so emotionally shut down.

[@nlo2629]

@@SunraeSkatimunggr ssooooo.... he was not a stable father? He was emotionally unstable like you said. And you decided to leave him because of that? Why did you select an emotionally unstable person to partner up with?

[@SunraeSkatimunggr]

@@nlo2629 I DID NOT say he was emotionally unstable! You are being a dick head and just want to argue. Obviously, you have emotional issues of your own. Go find someone else to pick apart...or maybe work on yourself.

[@brianpatrickclarke5993]

@@nlo2629 - Wow, helluva judgment by someone who sits in anonymity at a keyboard. Presumably, you are a recurring Mother or Father of the Year, eh?

[@LateBloomer1111]

I love this so much! I'm also a single mom living in a short bus with my 2 lils and my pup! Great job mom and I can't wait to see more!

[@rideordyeojai]

No way!!! That's so rad! Happy to meet another single bus mom online :) Thank you for the sweet message

[@aaronpatterson2369]

YEAH....LETS SUPPORT A HOMELESS MOTHER LIVING IN A BUS! Almost dumbest thing i've ever heard come from a woman...ALMOST!

[@Youwish34]

@@aaronpatterson2369 well there are really homeless women with children at woman’s shelters

[@MyDuckSaysFucc]

@@aaronpatterson2369 it may not ideal but they can still try to make the best of the situation. I’m curious what your thoughts are on the men who impregnated them and left? It takes two. Men can leave you at any time, financial emergencies can happen, so you’re essentially telling all women not to ever have kids.

[@rockon8174]

Not appropriate. Get a home, stability, build equity you can leverage.

[@barbaramonroe4659]

My husband left me after 9 years when I finallly got pregnant. He did the BEST thing leaving us. It was difficult at times. But she graduated Valid Victorian 4.38 GPA. We couldnt afford TV, so we read to each other every night. Im glad I ditched TV. She gardens, cooks...hard situation turned out to be a blessing! U got this.

[@grumpyoldlady_rants]

Was this an auto correct: Valid Victorian?

[@barbaramonroe4659]

@@grumpyoldlady_rants yes. Also, should be noted I'm learning disabled and still raised a 4.38 GPA kid. Thanks spelling police. Lol. What have you done w your life? I also raised four foster kids that got scholarships.

[@grumpyoldlady_rants]

@@barbaramonroe4659 - I was just curious. I, too, took in a foster child with multiple developmental disabilities who my husband and I later adopted (in addition to raising two bio sons with ADHD). It was predicted he would never live independently but he graduated high school with 3.0 gpa and, by his late 20s, was living completely independent.

[@kathyl3918]

@@barbaramonroe4659Queen Victoria was definitely a "Valid Victorian". It is not a misspelled word, it is a different word, entirely. Valedictorian is a student, who, like your daughter, has the highest academic achievements of the class. That is excellent!

[@wasntme3651]

@@barbaramonroe4659 Gotta love the haters throwing daggers……you did better than most would have in your position. I’m proud of you and I don’t even know you ❤👍🏼 Congrats on your success 😎

[@tracker5849]

No matter what happened to you or what you've lost you have the most important things...your baby..your dog and a home. Love your bus.

[@rideordyeojai]

Couldn’t agree more!! I am very lucky :)

[@alchemistsoffunk_band]

you’re incredibly well spoken,brave and intelligent ❤

[@rideordyeojai]

I appreciate that more than you know! thank you

[@HikikomoriGirlHound]

As a young woman i love my solitude as well. Love this life you built, the way you push through is inspiring. I see more and more women taking their life into their hands and i love that.

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much....I do too and I love it too!

[@rebeccarothfuss-ym3gs]

Hi you came up in my cue and I decided to watch. Glad I did. I'll be 72 on the 20th of this month. You are one strong, creative, independent, determined, hard working young woman. Wow girl, you rock. You have wonderful supportive parents and friends as well. I love your home, so unique. Absolutely beautiful baby, nice chubby cheeks, and cute dog. I wish you the very best. To some people it might seem that you have had a rough journey. But I see a young woman who finds lessons and opportunities for growth. You see challenges where other peole see problems. Your parents did a great job raising you and you will do the same for your daughter because of that. I bet God has the biggest smile when he looks down and sees you and your child and your home and the life you have created for yourself. Stay safe. Best wishes. Rebecca from New York state ❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊

[@nicoletierheimer3546]

I grew up in Ojai. Didn’t know someplace like this existed. I will check out your dye stuff. You are doing great! I have an only child too and he is so self sufficient

[@rideordyeojai]

that's awesome!! ojai is the best :) and thank you so much!

[@lark6spur]

I am so envious of how well you have taken your young life in stride! I wish my daughter who is 44 was more like you! It would make my life easier! Looking forward to seeing more of your vids!😊

[@rideordyeojai]

awww thank you!!! one day at a time...it isn't easy of course, but trying to stay present and enjoy all the beautiful moments

[@ShinyNickelBlades]

You seem like a hard working woman who is going to make the best life for her family. I'll subscribe and watch your journey.

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much....I hope you continue to enjoy!

[@hannahjaneheathson]

I was recommended this video cause I watch a lot of van life stuff but I stayed for the honesty, hand dyed ideas, and relaxed vibes. Love this. Subscribed! Good luck to you ❤

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you Hannah!! I appreciate the support :)

[@jeannerosen9024]

Wow l am 73 now and you remind me of myself at your age. Love your blog. I was a single mom of 3 living in a cabin growing herbs and food and flowers. Now a grandmother.

[@rideordyeojai]

that is incredible!!! what an inspiration...thank you!! and congrats on being a grandma!

[@miamiflorida6965]

I was raised by a single mom, you go girl! 💪

[@rideordyeojai]

hell yeah!!! thank you!

[@Thehonestruth]

How cute is your baby!! Good on you for taking chances and enjoying your life!! Take care x

[@CheeseLayong]

Glad that money isn't an issue. You're lucky. Not everyone has the resources to do this. Thanks for sharing your life with us.

[@johnkavaudio4695]

What an amazing life you’re living, and certainly an inspiration for your kid ❤

[@rideordyeojai]

Thank you so much!

[@loristromski1334]

You're going to raise a child who'll be resilient !

[@maryhelen1011]

Wonderful start to your channel! You're a natural in camera and talking. Can't wait to see more! ❤😊❤

[@rideordyeojai]

Thanks!

[@dawnsmith4275]

Congratulations on your beautiful baby and moving forward despite so many challenges. Your girl is lucky to have you as a mama!

[@rideordyeojai]

I appreciate it!! This journey is pretty incredible and I feel so lucky to have her :)

[@RoseaCreates]

You're lucky to have such a nice mom and dad. That shower is sweet. Some people spend hundreds of thousands on homes that dont move.

[@rideordyeojai]

So true! That shower is a real GAME CHANGER!

[@sallywalton5375]

Lovely girl and baby and animals. Good luck to you all!! ❤

[@hilaryhahn6287]

Hey! Im a natural dyer turned full time artist and coach! Love, love, loved hearing about your life up in Ojai!

[@LightIceLightCreamNoSugar]

Fellow single mama here. I think the "didn't really want kids but then fell so in love" is a common trend, at least I relate.. my son is the coolest person I know. Good luck in your journey.

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you!!

[@nenaj1]

Single mom here too to a 15 year old girl

[@rideordyeojai]

you're a badass!!

[@donnamoore7554]

I know you work very hard. Just being a single mom is a full time job. Then there’s survival. But you have built an incredible life for you and your beautiful daughter. Congratulations. Be safe. Enjoy the ride. Yay to mom & dad and your friends for being there for you. Life is beautiful. Enjoy every second.

[@pattih7]

Beautiful Baby, talented Mom, sorry Dad stepped away. You have much love around you, and Prayers for your successful life🙏🧡🙏🧡🙏🧡🙏🧡🙏

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you!! her dad is very active in her life so we are all very lucky :)

[@MagicintheMoss]

Thank you for sharing queen!! You inspire me every day!!!

[@rideordyeojai]

that means so much to me, you have no idea! thank you so much

[@conleysandraadams61]

I absolutely enjoyed your video. You are an incredible young lady who has really inspired me. Amazingly, inspite of your life not quite working out to plan, with your unexpected, but beautiful baby❤ you chose to move on positively, without seeing yourself as a victim, but rather a Victor. Because that's exactly what comes to mind as I watch your video. You have chosen to dig deep into yourself and explore your creativity to see what you could do with the little resources available to you and I honestly believe that you absolutely aced it. I hope your video reaches many single mothers faced with accommodation challenges, including families homeless people in general. I wish and pray for the absolute best for you and little Alaska cis I can see with you as her mom, she has a great future, regardless of what you might face❤❤

[@rideordyeojai]

what a sweet message...thank you so so much. this made my day. I appreciate the support more than you know! I hope that through these videos I can inspire more people to get creative and make the best out of any situation :)

[@delmasparker5184]

Best wishes. I live off grid and wouldn’t have it any other way. Stay focused your future is bright.

[@rideordyeojai]

right on! thank you for the kind words :)

[@caramelhoni6881]

You rock Mama,,I LOVE your bus! Princess was born April 21st,,I’m April 24th,,,she’s an AWESOME woman in the making!

[@Chicaverde]

I'm so VERY proud of you Laura! You are among the strongest women I know. I can't wait to watch all of your videos ❤️❤️❤️

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you sweet Linda!!! I can't wait to make more :)

[@davesrvchannel4717]

Have you ever tried using walnut shells for dyes? I use it to stain woodwork and noticed that it makes a beautiful brown. I grow lots of my own foods, semi off grid, and love RV-camping/outdoor lifestyle. I’m a single parent to 2 furry kids, not real kids LOL. Lots in common, So I look forward to seeing more videos

[@bohoxplorer840]

Wow Gurl you are a SURVIVOR. New subscriber you just showed up on my feed. I’ve lived in a bus, vintage van, now vintage trailer. I refuse to pay high rent every again . Gonna check out you website ❤

[@norm5785]

Thank you for sharing your awesome story. Everyone stay safe, warm, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you!!! same to you :)

[@elissaanne1953]

Wow! You are very creative and an inspiration to others! I can't wait to live off grid!😊.

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much! it's a wild journey for sure :)

[@messynessy1485]

Your baby is absolutely gorgeous and your pets are adorable. New subscriber for sure

[@rideordyeojai]

Thank you so much!! Lots of cuteness happening over here 🥹

[@brownloftgalleryminiatures2129]

New subscriber as of tonight. Thank you so much for sharing your story. I love the fact that you have such a supportive team around you. It seems like nothing‘s going to stop you from your next goal. That is awesome!

[@Avivaarcade]

I love this video! i am going to now start binge watching your videos! i want to learn how to dye clothes naturally and you are living a life i hope to live one day. I have a husband who doesn't mind living like this but off the grid is something i'd have to plead with him on lol. He is a gamer at heart and finding a place to live off grid with an internet hook up is the only part that will be challenging. but i am determined. i as a young married woman love the idea of living off grid, growing my own crops, just having peace and solitude. I admire you and what you do based on this video! Keep p the great work and stay safe!

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much for the support!! He could get Starlink wifi!

[@destroystreets1023]

i saw a vid of this guy who lived in a camper with his 2 kids and everyone tore him apart in the comments said that no life for a child to live

[@firefeethok_tui2355]

You seem like a great mom, smart, creative, loving, positive. You and Alaska will do great!

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much for the support!!!

[@vishadajohnson3659]

I enjoyed your video that’s amazing and everything worked out, Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl. 😊

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much!!!

[@JohnVelazquez-d1q]

God bless you, I'm glad it's working out for you. I'm so interested in living the same but I need to learn more. You are an inspiration.

[@jrkeys9540]

What a beautiful home you have made your Daughter I love the bus home vibe it's such a good idea 🥰 we are buying a camper to do up tomorrow probably why KZbin algorithm your channel I definitely subscribed and can't wait to see more creative things you do with your home ❤💖✨

[@rideordyeojai]

that's raddddd...hell yeah! thank you so much

[@debbiehart1090]

Carp and Ojai are awesome places to raise children. We raised our kids years ago in a bus. We lived in Carp and would go up to Lake Casitas from time to time and love the farmers market in ojai!

[@rideordyeojai]

no way! what a small world!! I feel very fortunate to live here and to be able to raise my daughter here :)

[@rebeccaacklin3444]

That is awesome girl. You're a wonderful mother and it's okay. Yeah, I wish I could live out like that. I'm a senior now. And I have my dog and my cat. And I'm happy with that other than that. You have a good once for her. And you have a blessed day and you're doing wonderful. You're just doing so awesome stuff right now and hope you can start your garden again.

[@rideordyeojai]

Thank you Rebecca!! I will be starting the garden at the end of this month and I can't wait to post videos of its growth :)

[@melissawheatley4970]

Your living my dream life!!!!

[@In_time]

There’s a movie coming out starring Jodie Comer called “The End we start from” who’s also a single mama to a new baby... it’s kinda wild how similar you two look! 😳🥰 You seem like you’re doing well and your lil baby too! I hope nothing but the best for you both❤

[@rideordyeojai]

no way!!!! I get that ALL the time....we do look very similar. it trips me out! thank you for the sweet message :)

[@evanemerson]

That’s a great story. A story and an adventure meant to be. Keep it up!

[@rideordyeojai]

Thank you! Will do!

[@SeattleBlythe]

I love your lifestyle and independence and Alaska is adorable!!! I look forward to seeing your other videos as this one was very well done.

[@rideordyeojai]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@DOCGENIUSWILSON]

Ride or Dye Ojai you are a amazing mother to be doing this alone, I'm a man and i would have fell apart being by my self off grid with a babe..Amazing job....Pecae

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much for the support!!!

[@out_running_erins9118]

OH My GOSH what an adorable baby! And when you said something about your pregnancy the baby knew, like smiled and reacted to you talking about your pregnancy…wow.

[@rideordyeojai]

She does do that, it's SO cute!

[@eleanorbertuch135]

Very enjoyable visit. Blessings are my wish for you and those you love❣️looking forward to the next visit🥰

[@rideordyeojai]

Thanks so much Eleanor!

[@megbaxter8720]

Great video. So looking forward to many more.

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much for the support!

[@carolclover1238]

I also lived in that area...late 80,s...LOVED IT...STILL DO...GREAT VIDEO...ALSO...i,m 75 and live in my 18ft school bus,.,,five years now,I was visiting my friend last year...in Ventura...You,re AWESOME,CONGRAT,S....wish you were my grandaughter,,,I LIVE HORSES,GARDENING,TRAVEL...WHATfun we would have😊❤❤❤❤❤

[@jmo4521]

I guess I missed something. Where is your daughter's father? Did he abandon you when you fell pregnant?

[@raynonabohrer5624]

❤ Very proud of you. God has blessed you. Have a beautiful daughter. Beautiful dogs. And cats. You can do this. God bless you and keep safe.

[@MissLalove123]

I love your daughters little outfit with the flowers. Too cute! ❤

[@sukierusso5738]

Looking forward to seeing what’s to come!

[@DebbieNobodyneedstoknow1]

Congrats on all of resonated with me. Wishing you and your little one the very best!

[@geraldrodriguez1731]

New to this channel. How precious is the baby. GOD Bless You young lady. Love the bushome

[@lindaorozco4595]

What an amazing , strong young woman you are. 😊

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much :)

[@terriberrens2144]

Girl your video just showed up in my feed, so glad!!!

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much!!!!

[@TreisiGomez]

Aww how beautiful i love it all love your tribe they all seem so positive also love your thrive keep going girly you sound so inspiring ❤

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you dear!!!

[@naturaltigress254]

Congratulations, Mama. Great work. Blessings to all of you, and thanks for Sharing. Aloha, from Alaska❣️❣️

[@susansharp112]

Excellent parental support

[@maryhawken817]

I was a single mom at a young age and is was very rewarding. The only thing I wish was to have more kids and to have give her a sibling.

[@renees3995]

Looking forward to more videos! Blessings to you and your sweet baby. 💕

[@rideordyeojai]

Thank you so much! You are so kind :)

[@faithp9853]

Praying for your journey! Excited to support you through subscribing and commenting. So happy to hear you and ur daughter r loving life together she certainly seems to have an incredible destiny to have been sent to this world at this time of ur life. Awesome that her dad is present and she will be loved in many fronts and to be, like you said, “ well rounded” ! You seem like an awesome person who walks in empowerment and adventure, trying to give to this world what you have available ! May Jesus Christ bless you more and more and lead you in your path to discovery for all the many hats you will wear throughout life ( business owner, woman, mother, partner, daughter..and so many more !)

[@lynnescaddan8919]

Thank you for the video & for sharing with us, youve got a gorgeous daughter & it seams two very helpful & loving parents. Stay healthy & happy.

[@mikew9097]

Hey!! April 21st. That’s my birthday!!! You have a tough little Taurus baby! Good luck to the both of you. You are going to be an amazing Mother. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@calvinmarshall1610]

Great story it's good your dad is handy with his hand looking forward to seeing the next episode

[@kayecarp5481]

Clean, natural dyes for candles. That’s what I’m looking for. Reply your suggestions or product choices that you grow. Thank You ❤

[@georgehouse4747]

Hi laura..I'm a first timer to you you tube..all I can say is wow what an awesome person and definitely determined .I look forward to watching more..✌️

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you very much!! I'm pretty new to KZbin too and am enjoying sharing my journey so far :)

[@georgehouse4747]

My pleasure..I am also..and I'm working on a skoolie to try and give the nomad life a try..lol wish me luck 🙂

[@luckygardeniasdashboardcon9214]

So thrilled to running across your channel I can’t wait to follow along with your magical journey!

[@WilliamMullen-g4h]

KUDOS!!!!! Looking forward to watching your life's adventures with the little one!!!!

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much!!

[@buckeye.madrone7248]

Badass business mama!!!

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much sweetness!!!!!

[@BeksWorld]

Good for you & your precious baby ❤

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you!!!

[@keshoma4498]

Can you talk more about your land and the legalities of how you are able to live in the bus on the land?

[@rideordyeojai]

I will in a future video!

[@laurakatona8850]

I support you by subscribing and liking the video/ your videos! You are brave, unique and I love your approach towards life❤🎉 good luck with everything 🙏🏼

[@rideordyeojai]

Thank you so much!! I appreciate the support 🥹🙏

[@ExploreThe50]

Great video! I have subscribed and looking forward to watching your story telling and videography develop. You are off to an amazing start.

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much for the support!!!

[@TimmyCramer]

Subscribed! Love your attitude young lady. Stay strong and on the path. Timmy C Arizona

[@heynicedo123]

YAY Laura, you did it!!! So proud of you, and can't wait to see what transpires from this exciting new series!! 🎉💃✨❤️😘

[@rideordyeojai]

Thank you so so much! It was fun to make :)

[@tschandraheinze1680]

I absolutely am so happy for the choices you have made to live your life. Little jealous 😆. I randomly fell onto this video and guess what? I live in Alaska. ❤ your daughter is beautiful. Love her name. Sending hellos ❤❤ Tschandra

[@rideordyeojai]

no way!! that's awesomeeee...thank you so much!

[@tschandraheinze1680]

@rideordyeojai 🥰 Yeah I moved to Alaska on my own when I was 17 years old. I left my hometown in California and all my family to move here. I do love it here alot but I miss my hometown and family. Sending ❤️. Really love your dye work. It's beautifully done.

[@kathyschaefer2455]

Congratulations on your baby girl she is beautiful. Wishing you the best and looking forward to watching your videos.

[@shelbycooper7504]

Looking forward supporting your channel ❤

[@rideordyeojai]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@lancedaniels]

Thanks for sharing your story. Good luck and best wishes.

[@rideordyeojai]

Thank you! You too!

[@mkaysartfuljourney1239]

I make journals and I’m interested in knowing what flowers I need to grow to create a dye garden. ❤I currently teach and coffee dye my papers for my journals. 🙏🏻💯🕊🌈❤️

[@shonda___]

I just became your 968th follower lol. Well at least that is what it said. Your channel is going to soar and I can’t wait to see what you get into and watch the little one grow.

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much for the support!!! I also can't wait....what a journey so far :)

[@shonda___]

@@rideordyeojai I car camp whenever possible with my lil 🐶. I have been to 48 states and she (Oakley) has been to approx 40. She has missed a few only because I had to fly out to CO springs to pick up my new van. Then less than a year later I sold it to take care of my dad and also anxiety. Before my dad was on hospice we actually car camped in my Ford Flex for 2 weeks and I got to visit the last 11 states to get all 48. Just need Hawaii and Alaska. Would love to visit all the islands of Hawaii but not sure on the Alaska part. Maybe a cruise. Anyway. Be safe and enjoy. My kiddos are 22 and 19 (he still lives at home thankfully) but they grow fast. ❤️ from the Useless Nut state aka a buckeye aka OHIO lol

[@quick_draw__7652]

Love what your doing I'm the same way I have some land here in Indiana have a nice cabin by a creek live to live off the land keep up the great content and God bless😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@danabaldwin544]

I’m very excited to subscribe. I think you’re a marvelous woman. I am just very inspired by you and I’d love to watch you do your thing it’s just exciting.

[@tararoodal3276]

U are so strong determined n courageous keep on

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much!

[@gevaarete1458]

Hello, your video came through as a suggestion and I watched it and I am happy that I did. I love your attitude about life ❤ I’ll be watching to see you and your beautiful baby girl grow and create…

[@TracyGilmeister]

I just came across your video, so proud of you. All the different changes, changes and more, and you've made it work. I'm sure you'll inspire many with all your ventures. Great work on your die business too. Glad you have a supportive network of parents and family/friends to surround you. I know you moved and said dad is in your babies life, he's a lobster fisherman I think you said in video. Does he come live with you at times, or just see you once in awhile. Must be hard missing him for both you and your baby Alaska. Blessings to you.

[@chriscannon5822]

New subscriber! Your baby girl is so cute!!!

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you!!!

[@jusguayo8476]

I think that’s smart to live off grid and love all your animals you’ll learn and then you’ll be fine I’m new to your video but I’m liking your video hope to see more I’ve always loved trailers I’m disabled so I need to be close to my doctor but I’m so happy for you😊

[@rideordyeojai]

thank you so much for the support!!!

[@doriswalsh3929]

Wow prayers for you 🙏 interesting video simple and easy life. I would try it. Have a good month

[@gabrielletanner5339]

Admire your courage and determination ❤ from UK

[@caseyclark5392]

Just by the title, I'm pretty sure I know how...

[@andreaparke4899]

How do you keep the bus warn?

[@rideordyeojai]

space heater and heated mattress cover!

[@dotchong4426]

Oh so beautiful, tysm for sharing, God bless you n baby girl. I love ojai my bf grew up there, I'm from Honolulu hi , much Aloha n Mahalo

[@rideordyeojai]

mahalo!!! thank you for the kind words