How to STAY WARM CAMPING: Teardrop Life Below Freezing

[@astrovantony9551]

Great job? A Christian Non Profit saved my life! I was homeless for 7 years. Union Rescue Mission Downtown Los Angeles Skid Row. invested in me , I lived there for 18 months. I have been clean and sober for 23 years. And have very successful. My point is Christian Non-profits do great work. Good job to all involved.

[@AChildofLightHEATHER]

God bless you, what a wonderful testimony 🙏🤗💜

[@astrovantony9551]

@@AChildofLightHEATHER Thank you and God bless you too.

[@MultiHairypotter]

Good Job and share Astrovan. Congrats on 23 years. Just turned 39 LOL ✌️☕️

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Sorry for the long delay on the response Tony. What an incredible story you have. I just ran into a young man in San Diego that had a very similar story. He didn't spend a lot of time in the Skid Row area, but said the time he did spend was very helpful for getting him back on his feet. He now is without a home by choice living in a small camper trailer doing jobs off Angie's list. Thank you Tony for sharing your story.

[@cheridehart7771]

Thank God there is no snow in Los Angeles.

[@jaspatters1]

Don't be ashamed about doing good things. You guys have an adventurous heart. Glad you are helping other people out!

[@HerrP58]

@12:22 I bought one of these puffy blankets after I watched this video last year. This is my go-to when I sleep on the couch when we have guests. It is like a cocoon. Very warm. But it's slick as black ice. So I make sure it's tucked under me securely at night. When packing it up, at first it looks daunting. But keep scrunching it up and it will fit back in its sack. I hope to try it out in the wild next winter. Real World Testing, as they say. Stay warm, dudes!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

I find it a blessing and a curse. It’s great for around the campfire, because nothing sticks to it. But it’s a pain in the butt in the house or in the camper because it’s so slick. That’s why we own one of these one Kelty blanket. They both serve different purposes.

[@HerrP58]

@@PlayingwithSticks Great idea to have a variety of materials to work with. Just like many things in life, one size doesn't fit all. Appreciate your comments.

[@nouslee1638]

I was born in a refugee camp in Thailand and your decision to go to Thailand and help the poor is so sweet. Thank you and I'll continue to follow your journey.

[@joycejohnson1396]

Yes please let us come along with you and your family. You guys have a special gift and please be proud and let us watch your family grow. Thank you

[@jamespaul2587]

Agreed Joyce, but I think it may be easier for them to just add some videos from Thailand on this channel, perhaps with a separate playlist created

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Aww, thanks Joyce! We might give it a shot.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

We like that idea. Our newest thoughts have been tackling teardrop life in warm climates. We are starting to figure out Pacific Northwest Teardrop life, but have a lot to learn about the humid and desert south.

[@susanno9570]

Bless you and thank you for sharing your journey!!! I am a single woman in my early 60 but I want to keep camping and all the info you have shared has me hopeful that I can do that!!

[@chelseab5467]

I'm born and raised in the US southwest desert and I can swear to you that we also use these same heating tips at night. They truly work.

[@Mittzayyy]

I admired how when you spoke about the organization you mentioned, Christian or non Christian, it’s about helping others. As a non-christian, I truly admired that. I will check out the blanket, as one been on my “to buy” list. Take care. 😊

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you. It is great to hear you understood what I was trying to say. I wasn't sure if I got my message across well!

[@OutontheTrails]

That is so awesome you’ll be in Thailand! We were in Chiang Mai with a Christian NGO a few years back as missionaries and loved it! Blessings to you and your family as you prepare to go and serve the people of Thailand! We look forward to support you with the blanket and our prayers!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Small world! How neat is that. Chaing Mai, what a wonderful/magical community. We really appreciate the blanket support, but really it is those prayers that are going to make this happen. So thank you!

[@justinfowler2857]

Small trick I learned a few years ago. If your hands are getting cold vigorously swing your arms in a circle for a few seconds. It forces blood to your extremities and will provide a bit of warmth.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

I'm going to adopt that trick. Well, if you are sharing one we will share one too. In our training with cold water what we do (when on land) is put our arms at our sides. And then ball up your fists hard for 5 seconds, release, and do again until the blood gets down there. It works really well. To the point your hands feel like you are holding heaters.

[@justinfowler2857]

@@PlayingwithSticks Thanks! One more from my army days. If your hands are cold the best place to put them is right into your armpits. Best heat source when all else fails.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

@@justinfowler2857 That really makes sense. I have never tried that. I have seen a lot of dudes walking around with their hands in their pants, but never in their armpits.

[@NiteGambler]

A small trick my daddy taught me was to turn up the thermostat and stay inside lol

[@jordanpfaff2963]

Fun tip, you can use snow as not only an insulation on the outside of your camper, but as a reflective for both light and heat if you build a snow bank on one side of your fire. Eventually it will melt and ice over and be as hard as concrete. Also youll never die from dehydration in snow 😊

[@getlosttoday4045]

To stop condensation crack a window or 2. I crack my roof fan and a window. Sounds dumb cause it's cold outside but it works to stop moisture in my homemade camper. Thanks Drew for all your tips!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you for sharing this. Much appreciated. I always love it when others share their tips on here.

[@pauldouhan9811]

Hey Drew, My wife and I love your channel and all your cool videos. One item that I think you haven't mentioned yet is one that was included in our first teardrop rental, that is a heated mattress pad! It was amazing. We took the teardrop to Alice Lake north of Vancouver, BC where it was wet and cold and we were amazingly warm. I did have it turned a little to high once and felt a bit like a steak on a grill. But once I turned it down it took the chill off and worked great. I have no idea how much energy it used as we were hooked up to electricity in the campsite, but I think this is something every teardrop camper ought to consider when they have the power. Happy Trails!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Great suggestion on the heated mattress pad Paul. And yes, we actually do have a video all about our favorite electric blankets and that heated mattress pad is at the top of the list. Here is that link if you are interested kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJO5Zn6wnq95nMk It is funny you mention the steak on the grill. In our video we mention how crazy hot it gets on high! You are absolutely right. That trip you took to Alice Lake sounds wonderful. I just looked at some google images of the area. Really everything in BC and Alberta is wonderful. We could stay there all year if they would let us :)

[@mikemead2315]

Yes! Love the heated mattress pad! Changed my life! I tried all sorts of ways to preheat the bed, but the electric mattress pad is the best. Preheating the bed and feeling like a hot piece of toast getting into bed was just heaven on earth! I usually turned it off then.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

@@mikemead2315 Yes. That took us too long to learn. Many of roasting nights with our electric blanket before realizing all we needed was a quick warm up followed by a down blanket and some wool overtop to keep the heat in.

[@ke4gbe]

For my tear drop, I made a metal hood for the propane heater, that fits inside over the window. It stays in place by gripping the glass and metal window frame. I also have a piece that mostly fills the open window, leaving about a 2 inch vent for the heater or butane stove. This works well and gives enough ventilation so that you can even cook or make coffee underneath it - and easily take it out when not needed. I use a single-size air mattress so about a third of the camper floor is open so I have room to cook.Thanks to your suggestions bought a battery powered blanket. Get a blanket with a timer. You can always kick it back on if you wake up cold, but without a timer you'll either have to reach out to turn it off, or you'll fall asleep with it on and wake up to a dead battery !

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you for sharing all of this. Any chance you could send us a photo of the metal propane heater mount? Sounds like a great idea. Great tip on the single mattress. That is what we like to tell folks as well. Having your bed take up the entire teardrop like ours means no room for a bookstand, a place to go to the bathroom, cook, set your water, etc. And yes, a timer makes a lot of sense!

[@ke4gbe]

@@PlayingwithSticks Here's a video I made of the hood and how it mounts in my camper. It doesn't get very hot, and the metal dissipates the heat mostly back into the camper. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fabHfINjfbWmj7M

[@PlayingwithSticks]

@@ke4gbe This is the best response we have ever had to a question! Not only did you answer the question, you made a custom video with the answer. Wow, thank you! We are really glad you made the video, because we were having trouble picturing it. It is a kitchen hood for your camping stoves. What a great idea! Also love your trailer setup. We really want a teardrop that is wide enough that we can have a smaller bed in there, giving us extra room to put our shoes, water, stove, etc.

[@jordandegraaff]

I had a feeling you were a Christian too! Great to find fellow believers. God bless your work overseas and in the place He puts you!

[@FreysOnTheSide]

Great video! Such great content and too much to comment on. First off - congratulations on your next step helping those in need. God bless you and your family. Andrea and l love your connection with gear and mission. We intend on buying a couple in an indirect way to support you and a directly impact a great cause. I recently bought a "Swag" tent and planned to give a trial run last night in the back yard. This was an awesome video to watch prior to jumping into the swag for the night. Combination of A: having the tent warm from the house (or little buddy to blast some heat into the tent) B: A good polyester winter base layer C: Zero degree sleeping bag D: Fresh air (low 20s) Resulted in an amazing night sleep. If all goes well, I plan to complete a short video talking about my experience on the trial run.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thanks for the blessings and the intended blanket purchase. We really appreciate it. As for the "Swag" tent . Is there a difference between bivvy tents and swag tents? Is it a sleeping bag with a tent built over it? I have heard Australians use this term before, but I am not familiar with it. You brought me back to some great Christmas childhood memories. It seemed like every Christmas one of my friends got some new piece of military camping gear or backpacking gear. We would throw it all up in the backyard to try it out that first night. Some of my best camping memories are 100 feet from the door of someone's home. Looking forward to seeing your video on the experience. Always fun to see new winter sleep systems.

[@FreysOnTheSide]

@@PlayingwithSticks we purchased the blanket earlier today. Can’t wait to get it in the mail, hopefully next week. It will give me another reason get outside and try it out. I’d say the swag is really close to the bivy. The swag has its roots in Australia and I believe the biggest difference is it has a 2 inch foam mattress that rolls up in the tent. Just like anything it has its pros and cons. End of the day, I really like it and will be great for some quick adventures. I did post the video, so feel free to check it out. Please keep the community posted on your travels. I am really excited to hear about your next step in life! You will be an amazing Teacher to those in need.

[@troypost4033]

So a small tip that goes along with what you said. If you are using a mummy bag and want some extra freedom use that smaller blanket. Tuck it between the zipper and your body. You can open the bag when hot and still maintain some heat. Also if you use coats or other clothes as pillows they are nice and toasty in the morning. This is just my personal observation of my time back in the army days.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

These are great tips! Both I have never done. We use the blanket in our mummy bags, but have never utilized it to open the zipper a bit. Great idea! And the warm clothes for the morning. I am really excited to try that one out. I have a bag that I use for my pillow. I stuff my down jacket in the bag and it is super comfy. Sounds like I will be adding a few more clothes to that bag.

[@NoLimitsOverland]

Wife and I have been watching your channel for a bit now and I fully understand and appreciate all the hard work that goes into making content like you do so I appreciate the sacrifice. Thanks for sharing you and your family’s mission and we will be praying for you guys, God bless! 🙏

[@PlayingwithSticks]

We can't wait to follow your channel! The Patriot Trailer you purchased looks amazing. This is kind of the style of trailer we were hoping to track down to use in Thailand. Something strong, but a bit more open air. This summer we spent some time in the pop-up and absolutely loved it. It just felt like good old tent camping, but with the luxuries of a trailer built in. Thank you so much for the prayers and kind words. Hopefully one day in the not too distant future we run into each other as content creators. Would love to see your trailer in person.

[@NoLimitsOverland]

@@PlayingwithSticks Thanks man, greatly appreciate that. We feel blessed. Wife and I spent 5 months going back and forth between teardrops and the Patriot Camper style and watched way too many KZbin vids lol. Once we traveled to OK to see it in person it kind of sealed the deal for us to have the best of both world like you mentioned. There's been many times watching your vids I tell my wife we need to take our Patriot to Alaska to visit which then leads my wife to saying "how the heck am I going to stay warm" 😀. Would love to meet up one day and if you're ever visiting anywhere here on the east coast let me know, we'll make it happen.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

@@NoLimitsOverland A meetup sounds great! And yes, it would be a sin against your trailer not to take it up to Alaska. Or at least Canada! That thing was designed for the north. It would be really fun to take it through the deserts as well!

[@carolhewett3756]

I've been a tent camper for decades but my first winter trip was such a failure that I never did it again. If only I had known all your tips and pointers. Thank you so much.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Glad this was helpful Carol. We have had some bad trips in the past with our tent as well. But, it definitely can be done and comfortable. Love winter tent camping! We really want to try a "hot tent" sometime.

[@jamespaul2587]

It's ever too late to try again, Carol! ☺️

[@carolhewett3756]

@@jamespaul2587 so true,

[@ajkonold]

I ordered my blanket yesterday and it was just delivered. I love it! Thank you for all of your top notch content, and good luck to you and your family on your journey in Thailand, they’re lucky to have you.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

That is amazing! I am a little jealous. Since Covid it takes about 3 weeks for us to receive anything from Amazon. Thank you so much for the blanket purchase as well. We are super excited to share with you all what these funds end up going to in Thailand within the next month or two. We are quickly realizing it doesn't take a whole lot to make quite a difference with these funds. Our immediate goal is to help kids get to school during Covid when their parents do not have jobs to pay tuition.

[@Wraithsong]

always close your bed covers when you get out of bed in the night. when you get back the bed is warm.

[@mikemead2315]

I like your teardrop’s kitchen setup allowing you to sit while cooking. Never thought about that setup.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

I have been kind of forced into that option. As our galley is so low I hit my head on it when I get too close to the countertop. But, the galley does hang out far enough it covers me from rain and snow and makes a great little hideout. Unfortunately though, I only do this in the dead of winter. And yes crazy as it sounds, we get rain in the winter if I am on the coast. In the spring/summer/fall I do all I can to reduce the amount of good smelling oils all over the galley to bring in my BIG furry friends. This means the galley becomes my storage closet.

[@mikemead2315]

@@PlayingwithSticks Good points. I could see tarp sides and radiant heater pointing in to make a nice little toasty protected area. Speaking of furry friends and cooking smells, for my trip up through Canada to Alaska, I think I need to rethink my 6 hour crock pot chicken or pot roasts with lots of veggies. I just got into healthier “non-picnic” food while camping, so I need new recipes. I threw away my 101 hot dog recipes cookbook. Not sure I chose wisely😬.

[@burkerow]

A little 12 volt electric blanket was a game changer for my wife and I while cold weather camping in our teardrop. I use a 400 watt Yeti battery and we turn the electric blanket on an hour before going to bed. My wife sometimes turned it on again in the morning when the temp is at the lowest. We typically only use less than 10% of the battery capacity/night. An hour connected to the solar panel during the day will top up the battery up to full again.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

This is awesome to hear! Folks have asked us how much energy these use if turned on just before bed and again when waking up. We have never actually took the time to check. Nice to hear for you it was only 10%. Hard to beat that when you have the sun to charge it back up everyday. Like you we have really enjoyed the addition of the electric blanket. Thanks for sharing Rod.

[@wallywal6139]

I've always looked forward to your videos because I found the content interesting and informative. These days I find that I watch not only for that reason, but because I've become fond of you and your family. Today I found one more reason why. Bravo.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Love hearing this. Thank you so much. Love knowing there are like minded people on here joining us for the journey.

[@dontfencemein-rving7439]

You just made me love your channel even more. Christian missionary here in Lima, Peru. I return in November back to the US to full-time RV. When I get back I'll send you an email about what I plan on doing.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

How amazing is that! I think you mentioned that to us one time before, correct? Or was that someone else on here? We have only done short term trips in the past. This will be our first time fully committing to something of this nature. Really excited about this opportunity! And yes, would love to get an email from you letting us know what you are up to.

[@dontfencemein-rving7439]

@@PlayingwithSticks I think we did talk about that before. I just emailed you.

[@returningtoearthtv8836]

Great tips for warm sleeping. Two things I think I did not hear you mention in this video: Warm Hat for sleeping, and mid-sleep exercise. The warm hat is pretty clear, I often default to my balaclava as it also covers my neck out of which much heat can flow. The mid-sleep exercise idea is simply to do crunches/sit-ups in your sleeping bag in the event that you ever wake up cold in the middle of the night. Also, I have found an efficient and tasty way to load myself down with calories for the night of slumber is to make a cup of hot chocolate and infuse it with generous amounts of Butter! Tasty and a great way to pack in some slow burning fat calories.

[@jamespaul2587]

Thanks for the great tips, Drew. I'm so excited for your upcoming family adventure to Thailand, what a great experience that will be! My daughter spent a few weeks a few years ago volunteering at an elephant sanctuary in Thailand, it was awesome! I've heard candle lanterns are a good source of portable and emergency heat for small spaces like a vehicle or trailer. I'm looking forward to buying some of those blankets, will be great for family Christmas presents for everyone! Those large insulated Coleman or Igloo cooler jugs used for sports teams would be another way to keep water from freezing, especially when buried in snow. I've seen portable, collapsible wood stoves and chimneys made for hot tents, those would be great for your winter camping, you might even be able to adapt a chimney for your teardrop's roof vent

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thanks for sharing these ideas James. You are the second person to mention the cooler jugs. I never realized they were insulated. I am pretty sure that is the route we will be going. And yes, those candle lanterns or just candles in general make a great heat source. For a teardrop trailer that really is all you would need. We have been researching it a bit lately. I know it is one of those topics people will have major concerns about in the comment section. But, with this kind of stuff you just need to be smart about it. Funny that you mentioned Christmas. When I first picked up the Kelty blanket that was the first thought that crossed my mind. Maybe if I gave it to May as a present she would gladly accept it into our household 😂 And yes, we have been researching the collapsible wood stoves as well. We keep following kickstarter hoping to find the right one on there. But, I am still waiting for my next teardrop trailer before doing any modifications. Our family is still due for a teardrop that can support a rooftop tent. The tent will be such a fun adventure for the boys. And to be honest I wouldn't mind using it 50% of our travels. After doing the pop-up trailer this summer May and I quickly remembered why we love tent camping so much. What a great opportunity your daughter was able to partake in. Those sanctuaries have been a great resource for pointing out many of the issues going on in Thailand regarding cruelty to elephants. From our travels it seems elephant owners are taking some of the guidance to heart. Which is really great to see.

[@sierramantrvlnus]

Great video. Although your coffee looks more like tea, you hit so many good points in this video. I happened to be in the market for a puffy blanket. And they sound like a great organization. I'm not much religious anymore, but being good, doing good, is a human thing. World needs more people like you. Safe travels and I can't wait for your next video.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Haha. I love the little one use small coffee containers. But, up here they only come in breakfast blend. I actually made one more coffee after that shot, added three times the grounds and half the water and it still looked like tea. But, I must admit both cups really hit the spot! Everything just tastes better out there. I really appreciate the kind words. Religion can definitely be the great divider at times. But, like you said it doesn't have to sour us from working with others who have the same intentions as us, weather that be religious or not. A human in need is a human in need, no matter what perspective we are coming from, it is still our duty to meet them where they are at.

[@sierramantrvlnus]

@@PlayingwithSticks absolutely. And don't get me wrong, every time something good happens I look up and say thank you. And every time something bad goes wrong, I look up and say really? Ha! Happy travels and May the wind always be at your back especially after a few cups of coffee.

[@philipjsecor]

Great information thanks for sharing. I have had good results using a thermos for cooking oil storage. I also use cast iron frying pans for dishes ,easy to keep food warm and add heat if dinner gets chilled.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Good idea on the thermos. Do you leave it dry? Or add warm water around the oil? Also thanks for the tip on the cast iron. Never thought of that. Sounds like I will be breaking the cast iron out for this week's adventure.

[@philipjsecor]

I just put the oil in the thermos at room temp. It's never gone bad or got solid with temps ranging from 105 to 20 although the cold temps were never for more than overnight.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

@@philipjsecor That is great to hear. Thanks Philip.

[@aired-downdisconnected4125]

I just added insulation to the bottom of our 6x10 cargo conversion. Cant wait to try it out next weekend. Even the wife is like let's go camping, im tired of being at home. 😊

[@PlayingwithSticks]

I think that was a great decision! On our cargo trailer that is where we feel all the cold coming from. Like you, we will have to do that to ours one of these days. In the meantime we have it covered with multiple layers of carpet. Not the best for insulation, but better than nothing. So great to hear you are getting out next weekend. We are feeling pretty antsy this time of year as well.

[@MsJennyu]

Drew, you and your family are amazing. My husband, son (same age as East) and I love watching your channel. We love the outdoors too! We wish you the best of luck and happy to support your mission by picking up a blanket!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thanks Jenny! We really appreciate the kind words and the blanket purchase. Isn't having a little one such a great blessing! And so much fun taking them outdoors. It makes us feel like kids again.

[@Daz555Daz]

Great video as always but just on the "core" temperature thing. Your core generally stays the same temperature regardless of whether it is hot or cold or if you feel warm or cold (unless unwell or suffering from exposure). You feel warm after sitting in a warm car because your body starts to radiate heat from your skin in order to maintain a safe core temperature. As soon as this balance flips (outside in extreme cold) your body then starts to protect the core from losing heat by reducing blood circulation for example - which is why our skin and extremities start to get cold. But your core stays about the same throughout.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Great point. You are absolutely right there. Thank you for correcting me on that.

[@Daz555Daz]

@@PlayingwithSticks that reply got you a sub! Great channel.

[@ModernDayPilgrim]

Great mission! Love it. Fellow sister in Christ here! Love your channel! Beautiful family. 😃💯🙌🏻

[@richardkoch8752]

When my sons were Boy Scouts we went on a "Polar Bear" camp out. Had a canvas tent that the four boys and myself stayed in overnight. It got down to MINUS 23. First rule was the single layer of clothing that would breathe. 2nd was as many blankets on the bottom as on top of the sleeping bags. The blankets were German Surplus wool. Of course wool hats and insulated gloves. I bought a case of the shake hand warmers which we all had several in the bags with us. Our pants and shirts were stuffed in the bags with us.....they were warm in the morning. We all made it fine, slept well, although I did wake up every couple of hrs to check on the boys to make sure they were still covered well. Great camp out.....we had a great time!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Love stories like this.

[@carriemainquist757]

OMG just ordered a bunch o gadgets from Amazon based off trial & error and I feel good about spending the $$. The heated matress pad, the water bottle...I am getting a Kimbo Camper for my Tacoma (not a tear drop) but love Duluth & 'da UP. So many, many, thanks for your tips!!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

A KIMBO Camper! Nice. I am a teardrop lover, but I will admit I would trade mine any day for a Kimbo. Now obviously that wouldn't be a very fair trade as mine is probably only worth about $2,000-$3,000. We used to be pretty minimalist campers. But, the last few years we have found if we can stay comfortable it extends our time outdoors greatly. And that really is the goal for us. No excuse to go back home!

[@mikemead2315]

Hello from ‘da UP! That Kimbo is a sweet camper. Like a modern Airstream, which is classically beautiful! I REALLY want a truck camper. My sleeping on the back seat and cooking out of the solar covered bed had tons of mileage and maneuverability benefits, but it has gotten old .... rather, I have gotten old. I want more. Taking a second look at the Kimbo. Thanks!

[@xerointell]

When I look for winter camping on youtube, THIS is what I'm looking for! Thank you!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

That is awesome to hear! Glad you enjoyed this.

[@sunnymonkey6182]

Congratulations of moving forward with your calling. I would love to support you all and order a blanket. Wishing you all the best! 🥰🥰

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you so much! We really appreciate the support and well wishes!

[@mikefoehr235]

I have several pairs of BAFFIN TECHNOLOGY boots...One pair i have are rated to -100 C or -140 F....very good product. Made not far from where I live. They are in STONEY CREEK Ontario.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you for sharing. I am going to have to try them. May has found her perfect pair of boots (Bogs). But, I still haven't found a brand that I am partial to yet.

[@aaronthedj12]

So nice having a big bright light on outside and not worrying about bugs. 👍 In all seriousness, congrats on your future adventures overseas. I will be supporting your partners helping you in this. Cheers from 🇨🇦

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Right! I actually edited out a clip from this video that said why I love winter camping so much. And you nailed it, the bugs. You never get a break from those bugs up here. Where in Canada are you from Aaron? Thanks for the support. It means a lot.

[@aaronthedj12]

@@PlayingwithSticks I'm from just outside of Calgary Alberta. Originally from NW BC near Alaska. I've had to tear down camp and leave once because of the bugs up north by the NWT border. Not a fan of bugs. Lol.

[@eddiex72]

Incredibly touching story of what you are on your way to accomplish. Thank you for all you do and share. Good Luck. Just bought the blanket from Amazon. I'll be motorcycle camping across many states this year and now I have thee blanket for my trip. Good Luck and God Bless.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Your trip sounds amazing! I’m a little biased, because like you Im a big motorcycle enthusiast. I think everyone once in their life needs to take a big motorcycle trip. For me it was so life-changing. Now that I’m over in Thailand and my motorcycle is back to being a part of my every day life I can’t believe I went for so many years without one. Thank you so much Eddie for all the support. We really appreciate it. We’ve been over here a little over six months now. It’s been hard, but also amazing at the same time. Chokdee and God bless.

[@nataliajimenez1846]

You and your family are just amazing and so real 🤗honestly watching your videos my family and I have learned so so much... I wish you much success in your experience and do hope that you keep connected and bring us into your new journey 🙏🏻

[@PlayingwithSticks]

That is so awesome to hear Natalia! Fun knowing these videos have been helpful. And you know, there have been quite a few comments about bringing folks along on the journey. I think we will have to find a way to make it happen!

[@jeffp3415]

I'm really happy about your plans, and I hope you do share the experience with us. We support a young lady in Northern Thailand through Compassion International, and a young man from our church has been working as a church planter in Phnom Penh for the last 3 years. We're also teardroppers and love your trips and tricks!

[@tphvictims5101]

3:53 when Ice fishing ALWAYS keep your Ice Hole clean 😉👍🏻 First video I’ve seen that addresses the NEED 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Haha! Love it.

[@odist1487]

DUDE.....THANK YOU. IM SO HAPPY FOR YALL. GO BE AWESOME PLEASE BRING AN UPDATE BACK.

[@doloralfaro8332]

I learned something from your vlog now. I like the way you talk it's very clear words. I am Asian.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Happy to hear that! What part of the world are you from? My wife is Hmong. She wasn't in this video, but is in all the others.

[@jason_advntr_6755]

Great video thanks for sharing all these tips and your future plans. I am laying here in my teardrop watching with the 12v blanket you recommend in other video and I am cozy warm. Thanks again.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Now I can say without a doubt these are my favorite types of comments! I just love hearing people getting out there! Even cooler to hear some of our tips were helpful. You got me excited to get out tomorrow!

[@AChildofLightHEATHER]

Enjoyed this very much. Finally camping with common sense, I always wondered why no one used something as a base or shield when making fires on the wet snow and ice! Good idea, I'm adding you sir👍👍

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Glad you enjoyed this Heather!

[@mikemead2315]

I think you project will be very rewarding! Your hard work and natural ability has paid off. You done good😃.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thanks Mike! We are feeling really blessed at the moment how everything is going. I used to secretly disagree with those folks that said pursue what you love and everything will fall into place. Who would have thought that chasing our love of small camper trailers would lead us to all of this.

[@brunoethier896]

You should tryin an igloo at some point, they're so well insulated that the unside temperature stays around the freezing point even if it much colder outside. The trick is to have 2 insulating mattresses and a good, -10C rated mummy down sleeping bag.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

We are right with you there. We love our family Igloo. I say family because it passes between me and the brother-in-laws. Even in the summer it is nice here in Alaska because it gets quite dark inside one. Thanks for sharing this. I completely forgot about sharing it with others. It is so common here in AK I forget everyone doesn't own one.

[@brunoethier896]

Just made our backyard igloo this afternoon, so good to go for sleeping in it with our daughter. ☃️

[@tdadventures]

Hi Drew Hi May and family. Your collaboration with Debbie from She to Me brought us here to your channel. We are already in love with your channel!! We definitely will be buying the blanket you mentioned to help support your cause. we will also be following your journey as you make your way to Northern Thailand to help at risk children. You are beautiful and kind hearted. My mom (Thavone's mom) is from Thailand and dad is from Laos. Because of the Vietnam War, I have been here about 40 years but have only been back to Thailand and Laos once in 1989. Safe travels!!!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you so much! We got Thavone's name, but didn't get yours> May has a similar background to Thavone's. May's family is from Laos, but she was born in a refugee camp in Thailand. The Vietnam war is what sent them up here to Alaska after a very brief stay in California. The area we will be heading to in Thailand is small community May and her family lived in for a brief time growing up. Thank you very much for the well wishes and kind words. always fun to meet like minded people.

[@tdadventures]

@@PlayingwithSticks It was me Thavone who wrote the above comment. David is my husband. We have been married for over 30 years. Like May, I was also in the refugee camp in Northeast Thailand for many years. I arrived here in CT when I was 16 years old. Tell May and family that I say Sabaidee!!!

[@alexanderweaver7066]

Awesome video with great advice! I live in Virginia and love to overland camp. I either sleep in my Jeep Compass or in some shelter configuration, tent or tent cot, outside. That snow trick with your water container was cool, no pun intended. I learned quite a bit watching two of your vlogs. Thank you!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Glad this was helpful Alexander! Love your style of camping. May and I used to own a Jeep Cherokee with a bed in the back. It had nice little drawers and systems for organization. It was such a great way to camp. Then the kids came and we had to change our style up a bit. Still fun, but miss those days.

[@jenniferstewarts4851]

Lets not forget, sleeping in "layers" helps too. sheet, followed by electric blanket, followed by the sleeping bag or other blankets... Starting the electric blanket first warms up the sheets and sleeping bag. Its important to note that most electric blankets are "reversable" meaning the heat radiates out both sides, to stop the loss of heat there, putting another blanket over it to keep said heat down works wonders. when you then climb into be the sheets an blanket are toasty warm. after that you may not need the blanket on more then min settings meaning you can save battery life. To many people think, its cold, so they need the blanket turned to max... But in reality that tends to just overheat you causing you to shift off the blanket, thus loosing the heat and cooling off to quick... Drain power, and such.

[@8ClayA2]

My personal trick for lighters in the cold is keeping them on your body in pockets of pants or a jacket to keep it from getting too cold

[@PlayingwithSticks]

That is a great trick. I also like that because it means one less small camp item that I have to run around looking for. Thanks for sharing Clay.

[@Thereal111t]

I just watched a video where this guy built a shelter to tow behind his snow machine and he built a heater out of a tall ammo can, some copper tubing and a bucket of sand. He literally threw the metal bucket in the fire and got his shelter to 70°. I bet it would work fine in a teardrop too.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

That is really neat. Is that an older video? I think I saw something very similar a few years ago, but I don't remember the metal bucket part.

[@Thereal111t]

@@PlayingwithSticks it’s a year old... kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIOogoxnibFqgKM

[@dankwilde]

Good for you man! Glad to hear what you will be doing. My wife and I had the opportunity to serve with a ministry in Bangkok short term. Hope to get back there sometime!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

How neat to hear about you two serving in Bangkok. Definitely a fun city with a lot of charm. We have been chatting with a KZbin creator from Thailand. He plans on taking the Chao Phraya river down from Chiang Mai to Bangkok in a kayak this fall. Wish he planned on doing it a bit later, because I would have loved to join in.

[@mikemead2315]

I put boiling water in a pre-heated thermos to drink at night to heat me internally as needed. Or hot soup, raviolis, etc. Warm from the inside.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Great idea. We fill the thermos each night with water as a backup. But, never thought about hot soup. That is something my family does more for hunting, fishing, skiing. We need to adopt this for fall/winter/spring camping. Nothing feels better than a warm bowl of soup outside.

[@justinfowler2857]

Oh and if you need a blanket that will take up a lot of space but keep you warm check out a Buffalo hide blanket. Buffalo hair is so efficient that snow won't melt off their backs.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

That is a fun suggestion. The father on Outdoor Boys uses some hides. I am wondering now if they are Bison, like you mentioned? That is a really neat fact you shared.

[@MichaelCook1981]

Lots of great tips! I bought a electric blanket for a camping trip to TN, I didn't realize the led light on my power station I built had ran down the battery. The battery died around 1am ,so the blanket turned off, pretty much froze the rest of the night. I'll have to get one of those blankets you were promoting!

[@willemory1]

Hey Drew! been watching your videos for a while now! I am so glad to hear about y'all going to Thailand. I'll be praying for yall.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you so much Will. We really appreciate the prayers!

[@lisamorrisette171]

Thanks for the great tips. Who would have thought to bury your water. Congratulations on getting to work on your dream project in Thailand. Ill have to comfort myself with your existing playlist.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Glad they were helpful. And yes, that water thing when I first learned it seemed too good to be true. But, it is definitely true. We appreciate the kind words. Hope you have a fun time with the playlist. We had a blast making all these videos to be binged.

[@gilg2560]

Yes, I’ve been waiting for another teardrop trailer video! 🍿

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Hope it was worth it! This was one of my favorite ones to make.

[@sheilawaldren9236]

Bless you for your work that you are doing.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

We appreciate that Sheila!

[@sandymichalski3515]

Love your new adventure. May God bless you and your family. Keep in touch.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you Sandy! We really appreciate the blessings. Blessings to you and your family as well.

[@jenlfox]

Just purchased a blanket as my birthday present to myself, love your videos. Godspeed to you and your family on your new adventures in Thailand.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you so much Jen! That means a lot to us. We really appreciate the well wishes!

[@jennyleef1775]

A great video as usual. I love watching winter camping with snow, we don't get snow in most of Australia. Praying that all goes well for you and your family as you prepare to head to Thailand. God bless you and your family. Take care.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Glad you enjoyed the video Jennylee. Would love to do some camping in your neck of the woods. May keeps pushing me to make it happen over one of our longer school breaks in Thailand. We really appreciate your prayers. We have had some doubts lately. Basically freaking out about what we are getting ourselves into. So the prayers are very timely. Blessings to you and your family as well!

[@afterworldgoodkarma]

I live in Kenai. I saw you fueling up in girdwood. Man, camping with you must be a blast. Thankful for you helping to support the Christian non profit. I'll either be building my item homemade teardrop camper or purchasing one for the right price.

[@joycemoses2411]

You and your family are amazing! Thank you for helping others!!!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thanks Joyce. I don't know about amazing. But, we are willing to put our necks out there to try to be better each day.

[@chromium86]

Will be purchasing a blanket for winter road trips. Indeed God Bless you and the work you are doing.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you so much Gunners. We really appreciate the blessings.

[@FromShetoMe]

Wow, that was interesting. Loved hearing about your passion project.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Aww, thanks Debbie! Super excited about our collaboration video with She to Me coming up. Oops, did I spill the beans? 😀

[@jamespaul2587]

@@PlayingwithSticks Bring on the beans Drew, they go great with curry and rice! ☺️

[@ModernDayPilgrim]

Ohhh man. Loved this video. The scenery is amazing and love all your knowledge!, WE LOVE CURRY! 💯😃🙌🏻

[@VideoSchoolOnline]

Your cinematography is ON POINT with this one! 🎥 I’ve noticed such a transformation over time, and the time you spend getting different shots and broll is appreciated! 🔥

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you so much! Really appreciate the positive feedback! We have a long ways to go, but it is fun to make some small incremental gains.

[@abigaild7913]

@@PlayingwithSticks What camera(s) do you use?

[@dirtgirl9074]

Your products ideas are very helpful. I bring my snow pants and down coat with me year around. We Alaskan women also love our snow skirts! My friend makes ones for men as well. Good news to hear about your passion project to teach overseas. It will be a great experience for your kiddos.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Two thumbs up here on the snow skirts! May absolutely adores hers. As does my mother and almost every other outdoor woman I know up here. I have never seen the men's version. I am picturing a Scottish/Irish kilt 😂 It will be tough saying goodbye to Alaska for 9 months out of the year. But, at the same time like you said, we are excited for the kids to have this experience.

[@cherylbarrett2717]

Wishing you well in your new adventure.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you Cheryl! We really appreciate the kind wishes.

[@squeegied3rdeye713]

I just experienced 11° for the first time in my life here in Texas. Many of us were without power and water so we were basically camping in that mess in our homes. I was grilling chicken in the snow and thawing and warming up frozen tamales in the fireplace. I'm good. You can have that nonsense lol

[@WildcatPhoto]

If it's semi-cold, in the 30s, I put up the 6x6 Clam with wind walls. I got enough wind panels to hang one over the front also. That doesn't do much for the view, but running a Mr. Heater, it stayed rather comfy for eating breakfast and waiting for it to warm up outside. I think it is more comfortable than sitting in the Joolca privacy tent, and I don't need both at the same time. The 6x6 is just big enough for my chair, dog bed, dog feeding station, dog, little table, heater, and it fits in the car when folded.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

I'm glad you shared this. We have been wanting to get a few more wind walls. We only have 3 and could greatly benefit from having more.

[@tigerboy211]

Coming from Los Angeles, your idea of city is country for us. Love your videos!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

That is funny! You are absolutely right. Compared to the rest of Alaska, Anchorage feels pretty "City" But, once you leave this state you realize it is just a big town.

[@Bimmerrx7]

Prayers for your mission project to go well. Love your videos.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you! We really appreciate the prayers.

[@mystisith3984]

Oat everywhere. Breakfast and soups. You don't have to cook it and it gives a lot of energy. That's what they feed work horses after all.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Good point! We are going to have to add some oats to our camp diet. When I was a kid I would feed the horses what we called "sweet chop" I often thought it would be fun to make a style of that for camping. I think it was grinded oats, corn, barley, maybe some molasses and honey. It always smelled so good. Didn't taste quite as good as it smelled though 😂

[@juliemartin4167]

Gracious! I love watching your video’s Drew!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Love you seeing you on here! Thanks Julie.

[@maykouhansen6713]

Hi Julie!

[@juliemartin4167]

@@maykouhansen6713 hello there:)) I am SOO excited for the adventure that Drew talking about you guys going on! Thailand will be blessed to have you guys!!!

[@ritcheymt]

What a great video. I'm linking to so many moments in so many of your videos from a new document I'm making on all the gear and hacks I need to use as a rookie teardrop camper.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Glad you are enjoying it. If you ever complete that document, I'd love to see it.

[@DrJones-oq5fm]

That’s awesome you’re in Alaska. I am as well.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Hey fellow Alaskan! Always fun to bump into 907 folks on here.

[@LWRoad]

Congratulations on the move to Thailand! Thanks for sharing, we look forward to following your journey.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thanks guys! For people who see this comment and are into Alaska and Firearms. In no particular order :) LWRoad is building himself quite the great little channel with glimpses here and there of Alaska life. You may want to go check it out.

[@LWRoad]

@@PlayingwithSticks Thanks guys! Hoping to expand more into Alaska life once winter loosens its grip on our fair state. =)

[@PlayingwithSticks]

@@LWRoad It is one of the nice things about having a KZbin channel in the Great 49th State. Never a lack of content ideas!

[@LWRoad]

@@PlayingwithSticks Absolutely!

[@janelleanderson6744]

I knew you were good people. Bless ya in all you and your family do. And yes! That is a very cool water trick!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you Janelle! We appreciate the kind words.

[@CalebHoover]

just trying to stay warm here in south dakota too!! great cinematography in this! love the vid

[@PlayingwithSticks]

The King of the Panasonic GH5! For those of you who have asked how we are getting these colors out of the Panasonic GH5. We repeat, CALEB HOOVER! Caleb thank you so much for helping our family fall back in love with this little beast of a camera!

[@andrewgomez3725]

Agree, video and audio are very nice 👍🏼

[@CalebHoover]

wow! thanks so much Playing with Sticks! So glad the GH5 is still working strong for you!

[@unsilencedman]

I seen that bass pro shop sleeping bag and had to sub. I have the thick thick one good for minus 40 celsius or something. Never need anymore then it.

[@glenncooper6685]

Not exactly on topic, but planning an Alaska trip. Only state I have not been to. I know cannot do it all in 10-14 days. Will one day drive there with our Vistabule teardrop but this first trip we will fly in. Would love to know your thoughts on areas to focus on for the first time!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Wow, 49 of the 50 States. That is incredible! I can't imagine all the amazing people you met along the way. Great question. And good timing. The channel from She to Me and Playing with Sticks will be doing a collaboration video coming out early February. We will be answering questions from her subscribers regarding travel to Alaska. In that video I highlight a few of my favorite hikes, road trips, etc. I like to tell people that Alaska is BIG. And they know that. But, so big the trick is not trying to do it all, or even a large portion of it. Just know you will be back again. With 10-14 days in our opinion you really need to stay in one region. I think Southcentral would be that region because you have a little bit of everything. If it was us we would land in Anchorage rent a truck camper (best way to see Alaska) if money is of no concern, RV if you need to save a little, or a rental car if you are on a budget. Also check out Outdoorsy.com for van rentals and other small rvs. We would then head down the Kenai peninsula stopping in Seward, The Russian River/Kenai River, spend a little time in the Deep Creek and Ninilchik area, and then hit the end of the road in Homer. Obviously stopping at all the beautiful fun sites inbetween. From there you can take the ferry over to Whittier and then it is a 1.5 hour drive back to Anchorage eliminating going back the same way you came from the entire trip. If you want to get off the beaten path you can't beat a trip to Kodiak island. Kodiak has so much to offer, but all in close proximity to each other. I believe they only have about 100 miles of driveable road. You could also add Kodiak to the original itinerary by taking the ferry to Kodiak and then ferry from Kodiak to Whittier. But, that may be pushing it for the amount of days you have. Option #2: This requires a truck with camper due to road conditions. Head up to Denali, then when done cut across the Denali Highway (this is where you need the truck) then from there head down to Valdez and take a ferry from Valdez back to Anchorage. Hope this helps.

[@glenncooper6685]

Thank you so much!!! That is a huge help!! Always look forward to your posts!

[@annetteolson2428]

I knew it! I knew it! Keep up the faith.

[@davidcunningham7330]

I agree with everything - one other thing I might have done would be connect a portable heater to your car's engine.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Good suggestion. Thank you David

[@sixpapavictor]

What an amazing sunrise

[@cindyhaub6369]

We ordered a blanket to support what you guys are doing! God bless

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you so much Cindy! We really appreciate it. We didn't mention it in the video, but sounds like quite a few families cannot afford tuition at the moment due to the global situation. A large number of the students have free tuition, but there are also paying families at the school. Because their parents do not have jobs right now, these funds will be going towards scholarships until things get back to normal.

[@cindyhaub6369]

@@PlayingwithSticks This is Mike now, Cindy’s husband. I am a winter solo hiker. We really enjoy your content, and your sweet family! We do ministry full time, and are so happy to support your next adventure! We will be telling others too. Blessing on you all!

[@andrewgomez3725]

Awesome Drew!! Best wishes to you and your family!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thanks Andrew! Appreciate it.

[@ryanshimabukuro3283]

Congratulations to you all on your passion project! Can't wait to see the videos from Thailand!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you Ryan. Sounds like we need to make a few Thailand videos. Gives me a great excuse to pick up a teardrop trailer there sooner than later.

[@WKINNEY]

Great info in the video! Thank you for answering the call to go on mission in Thailand, prayers for your family,

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you! We really appreciate the kind words. It wasn't an easy decision. We still get nervous about it almost everyday. But, we are pushing through the doubt and excited to see what God has lying ahead of us.

[@kelleycoyle-fleer2972]

Dang! I just found you and subscribed. I wanted to support a Christian and an Alaskan. I’m staying because it sounds like you’ve got the right calling.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

By the way just watched your two videos. Amazing! So incredible that you got that opportunity with a little help from science.

[@patpremick]

Congrats on your upcoming adventure! I used to live in the big country above TL but now I live in Taiwan! I used to go to TL, prior to Covid, on a regular basis. I’m a missionary here in Taiwan. It would be awesome to meet you all some time. The ministry sounds great. So needed particularly in that country. TL has been my happy place. I’ve so missed visiting there and seeing my friends who live there. You need to check out scuba diving! I have recommendations if you even need any. Blessings as you make this transition.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Just watched your "Field" interview. What an amazing journey you are on. Looks like your website the host mentioned is no longer active correct? We have been over here now a little over 6 months. Ups and downs of course. The highest of highs and lowest of lows. But, what an experience! Would love to meet you some time. It has been years since we have visited Taipei. And we just scratched the surface of that city, because all our visits were just long layovers or a short weekend stop. The scuba diving sounds great! Thank you so much for the blessings. We definitely could use the prayers.

[@patpremick969]

@@PlayingwithSticks You are correct. I took the website down quite a number of years ago. I really hope to be in Chiang Mai by the fall or early next year. Covid has messed up so many plans! Hang in there. I certainly hit the wall around month 9 but I got through it and then stayed on for 11 years in that country. So happy to be where I am now, in a free and democratic country. ;-)

[@mrdave22]

you're a good person, God bless

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thanks for the blessings Dave! This is a long shot, with all the Daves in this world. Any chance you are the Dave I met on the highway the morning I was filming this video?

[@mrdave22]

@@PlayingwithSticks normally i would reply with, not me i'm up in Canada, but this time i have to reply not me i'm down in Canada. I'm super proud of you and your wife and your vision to go to Thailand and teach. May Papa bless your journey and your time there. May you be a blessing to others as you yourselves are blessed.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

@@mrdave22 Oh that is funny. Well, at least I was within 3,000 miles :) Always fun to know I am chatting with a Canadian neighbor. Really appreciate your prayers Dave. Excited to pass the blessings forward!

[@jamespaul2587]

@@PlayingwithSticks it may have been his other brother Dave, Drew! ☺️

[@HerrP58]

2:18. Amazing shot.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Glad you liked that one. I was having some issues with the drone software that weekend. So I was excited to get a few useable shots.

[@TheBeatenPaths]

I come from the hammock camping/hiking world. I wonder if having a skirt of some kind around the bottom of the camper would aid in warmth. Blocking the cold wind from underneath might help. Also, I've seen people put up those large portable tents, one might call it a gazebo, around their mini teardrop. That would trap the air, and definitely cut the wind.

[@PlayingwithSticks]

These are both good thoughts. Ever season we try to become hammock campers. We have had many avid hammock users show us how to properly set ours up and sleep, but we still haven't quite got into the groove yet. Maybe this will be our summer for getting that great sleep all our hammock friends have been getting for years. Great point also on the tent. Never even thought about that.

[@TheBeatenPaths]

@@PlayingwithSticks I use a Hennessy Hammock. It saves a lot of effort in hanging it properly. They're "dummy proof' lol, perfect for me lol.

[@Kay-dp3kg]

Because you are going to Thailand as a Christian organization, we are going to support you by buying that blanket ✝️

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Thank you so much Karen! We will take those prayers too. We fly out in less than 2 weeks and every door is starting to close in terms of visas, flights, etc. We are confident we will make it over, but at the moment it is looking like a 2 week delay. But, still praying God will make a way and we can get out on time.

[@vigilantmoth7947]

I'm a Buddhist. Been looking for a good blanket so cool. I'm in!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

I REALLY appreciate this comment. You could have been totally off put by the Christian description. But, you were able to see past that and see the value of the blanket. I truly appreciate your open attitude.

[@vigilantmoth7947]

​@@PlayingwithSticks I have a friend in Cambodia who works at a school for children who have been trafficked. Some online friends and I managed to get together a bunch of old laptops to send to him for a class teaching computer repair along with a little money. No surprise to you I'm sure that if the cause is pure and the goal is good and attainable there will always be good people prepared to get behind it no matter it's origin. LMK the name of the organization. "Faith without works Is dead" ~~~ James 2:14

[@PlayingwithSticks]

@@vigilantmoth7947 Inspiring story. Thank you for sharing. And yes, you said it perfectly. If the cause is pure and the goal is good it is easy to get behind things that are a bit outside your belief system or comfort level.