Living in a Van Full Time // Running Out of Food & Water

[@simmpleenough]

I hope you enjoyed the vlog! I appreciate all of you for watching. See you next week. Here are links to the dish soap I mentioned, as well as a few other things shown in this video, in case anyone asks. Links are affiliate: Dish Soap Bar - amzn.to/3Y3e9z0 5 Gallon Collapsible Water Jugs - amzn.to/3OpjtcT Mini Silicone Ice Cube Tray - amzn.to/3Q7f2og Mortar & Pestle - amzn.to/3Ort2Z0

[@mrbenjaminvincent]

You all young kids need to stop being ashamed and asked for help if you need it, there are lots of places that help. My mom said a closed mouth dont get feed

[@IS38822]

You are so brave. What a Good Life you have. Sometimes I envy you. I am from Portugal.

[@MPam1619]

Asa. Yes, always err on the side of caution. It makes sense to set up for bed before moving on to where you'll park for the night. It's no different than placing things in the trunk of your care before you get to your destination. You don't want anyone to see what's inside your vehicle. Barak Allahu feeki.

[@arashaada40]

I've been vegan for over 7 years and I can't cook like you can. But I'm learning by watching your videos. May God bless you and protect you on your van life....

[@simmpleenough]

I’m so happy my videos are helping you 😊. God bless you.

[@0utgoingintrovert]

All your content is just going to take off one day Monique! Speaking it into existence!

[@simmpleenough]

Thank you so much 😊. I hope so.

[@ev_evolves]

Very resourceful to reuse plastic bags from food. It is also better for the planet! You’re very calming and clean! Love your channel so glad it showed in my feed and I subscribed!

[@simmpleenough]

Thank you so much for subscribing. I’m happy you enjoy my videos 😊

[@CaptEoNinja83]

Excellent storage idea with the pillowcase holding your sleep stuff during the day. That's so smart and useful!

[@lisajoy8156]

When you threw together your first meal, I said out loud, BRAVO and started to clap then drooled🤤 who needs a recipe

[@simmpleenough]

Lol!! Thank you.

[@aliciav5488]

That artichoke salad looked GOOD! I love your vlogs 🤎

[@simmpleenough]

Thank you 😊

[@aseretaretrom4807]

I have a suggestion on how to fill your aluminum water jug … place the plastic water jug on top of your kitchen counter , attach a silicone tube on the spigot and let it flow down the aluminum jug . Make sure you create a pin size hole on the plastic water jug

[@simmpleenough]

I'll keep this in mind! For now, I've finally found a way to fill my jug that works for me.

[@hotelhonda3308]

Omg I would LOVEEEEEEE a cooking session. Everything she makes looks so D*MN good

[@simmpleenough]

Thank you 😊

[@AngeliqueTraveler]

That’s how incredible dishes are made!

[@EatingfromtheGarden]

I love you little home!! So cute!

[@simmpleenough]

Thank you 😊😊

[@Eyesis_1]

The first meal looked so good. Glad the water refill went great. Sorry the last meal took a turn. Some ppl are so rude. Thanks for sharing and stay safe.🧡

[@simmpleenough]

It was really good. I’m definitely going to make it again! Thank you 😊

[@TheLatonya37]

I loved the video. I especially liked how you got through and handled that Water girl. You forgot to list the soap thou...pretty please put it on the next video. Thank you for always living your best life! :)

[@simmpleenough]

Thank you so much 😊. The bar of dish soap is listed in the pinned comment.

[@QueenBaha]

🌴☀️ not sure how I missed this one…craving peaceful vibes 🤗so spending alot of time here today☀️🌴

[@meanderingmuse8101]

I love how organized u are! Ur meals look delicious!

[@simmpleenough]

Thank you 😊

[@dallasjordan4340]

Your videos are so relaxing. Glad you figured out the water solution!

[@simmpleenough]

Thank you! I’m glad, too.

[@JNante]

I remember seeing a video from someone where they would go to one of those self wash car places and fill their large water container they had on the van roof. I don't know how filtered that water is 🤷🏾‍♀️. You could also sand down those sharp burrs/edges on the container. Another ice maker about the same size, can be vertical or horizontal ICEBREAKER POP,4 IN 1: DISPENSER - MAKER - BIN - ICE PACK

[@texasgoddess323]

Hi, Monique! One idea as an option for cleaning your dishes is vinegar and water in a spray bottle. I assume there’s a reason as to why you don’t do that.🌻

[@simmpleenough]

I've recently started doing this! I still use water and soap for certain things. Thanks 😊.

[@melindamims2203]

My friend says I always eat like a pregnant woman who craves weird combinations. That comes from not wanting to waste anything and I must say, some of my best concoctions come from when I refuse to shop again until I have used everything up. It’s like a game to me. I also can’t throw a bag away in a bag. . . . . What a waste! You are so lovely and your presentation is very relaxing.

[@simmpleenough]

Lol! I treat it like a game, too! I’m happy you enjoyed the video 😊.

[@dwalker6868]

Thank you for the video

[@daarinaslocum7312]

Sending prayers of overflow to and channel. You are blessed

[@simmpleenough]

Thank you very much.

[@Selahbrooke3]

Hi Monique... I enjoyed your content. God bless you.

[@simmpleenough]

Thank you. God bless ❤️

[@LifeBetweenTheDash]

Loved this video just doing normal stuff. Ugh I had the headlights illuminating my car once when I was ready for bed. Never again. I get the car "ready for bed" so that when I arrive in my spot I can crawl into the back and go to sleep.

[@simmpleenough]

Yea, I learned my lesson, lol. Thank you 😊

[@lolaz8115]

I do the same with the bags every bag as trash

[@simmpleenough]

Yup!

[@eprahs1]

Spray bottles are helpful also.

[@simmpleenough]

What do you use them for? I have one spray bottle that I put a homemade cleaning solution in.

[@gabe2045]

Dont sleep on Monique, she stronger than she looks! 😂Handled that heavy water like a champ!

[@simmpleenough]

Lol! I actually tell people that often. I’m stronger than I look.

[@christinedavis4402]

Hi Monique, Kristen Pound had a YT video explaining how to cook brown rice in the IP. She recommends using the manual setting instead of the rice button. I love your videos and have confidence in you mastering anything you put your mind to. Blessings from SE Michigan.

[@simmpleenough]

About to check out that video right now! Thank you for the suggestion and the kind words ❤️

[@carolgerman4578]

I use yogurt or sour cream in place of mayonnaise.

[@simmpleenough]

Me, too!

[@ritawoodfork3086]

No prob the food still was useful! Just eat and relax and enjoy perhaps some entertainment! Stay safe and blessed!

[@simmpleenough]

Exactly! Thank you.

[@heatherfeather1293]

OMG people can be SO rude. Those idiots with the headlights would have gotten a word or two from me lol

[@simmpleenough]

😂

[@timothyfirth4809]

Just head south for the winter plenty of water and wild edibles to graze on

[@malikaeastonAllahfirstanfamily]

Salam , I really enjoyed you video and your meals and health simple easy prepared, looks tasty and delicious. You have well thought out things in your travels continue being safe enjoy life and living discreetly and comfortable and being able save money for land. Can I ask where did you purchase your foot pump for sinks at, if you don’t mind sharing. Thank you 😊

[@simmpleenough]

Salaam! Thank you very much for your kind words. Here is a link to the foot pump amzn.to/3q9G4AK

[@malikaeastonAllahfirstanfamily]

@@simmpleenough Thank you (shukran )

[@kevinvincent1963]

Hi, you're a very neat and clean lady ❤

[@simmpleenough]

Thank you 😊

[@annawajdy]

Nice van , I need to save to ba my van too❤

[@simmpleenough]

Thank you!

[@annawajdy]

@@simmpleenoughU very courage and strong girl to live in a van, I admired Ur courage, well done girl 💕💐

[@lauraslanesvanlifetravels]

That just would be way too heavy for me! I have issues w/my hands and I"m not that strong. Although yours collapses so it doesn't take up that much room so I understand why you have it. I bought these slim 2.5 gallon jugs (I think that's how much they hold) and took them w/me on my 2 wk car life trip and it worked great. Funny thing is, I hardly used them, I kept being able to get free water everywhere so I only used a little of one of them but it did help to even out the floor for sleeping lol...I got them from amazon and they worked out well for me...I didn't mind them taking up some extra room cuz you just adjust, I plan on using them when I get my van.

[@simmpleenough]

Lol! Glad you got some kind of use out of them 😂.

[@lauraslanesvanlifetravels]

@@simmpleenough Oh I'm still going to use them for water...that trip was too short I guess!

[@livingmybestestlife]

❤❤❤

[@carolynmerritt7100]

It us super hit across the country. How are you dealing with this heat in your v-home?

[@simmpleenough]

It IS 😫😫. It’s difficult in the city. I keep my vent open, windows down, and fan on. Sometimes, I turn on the van’s air conditioner. I’m currently camping and I’ve been keeping my passenger side door and back door open to get a nice breeze. It’s difficult to stay cool, though. I’m planning to order a pet cooling mat that someone suggested.

[@carolynmerritt7100]

@@simmpleenough Maybe go to your parents ' . Be safe

[@harlinayang-bakri9742]

Hi! I've been wondering whether you're Muslim witnessing from you wearing headdress all the time of your video. If you're, how do you perform your solah (prayer) as I don't see there's enough headroom for you to stand in your van to perform your prayer. Sorry for asking, but I'm just being inquisitive. Some more, I love that mortar pestle set. I have a bigger set, and I prefer using it to blend chillies and onions than an electrical blender. - Your fan from Malaysia ❤

[@simmpleenough]

Hello! Yes, I’m Muslim. When I’m able to pray standing, I do. I’m currently traveling and camping in areas with a lot of privacy, so I stand for my prayers. There are other situations when I’m in the city and not near a masjid & I don’t feel safe praying outside alone, so I pray in the julūs position in my van. I was concerned about this when I started living in vehicles, so I’ve spoken to someone more knowledgeable than me about it and was told it was okay because of the lifestyle I currently live. But it was reinforced that, when able, I should always stand, so that is what I try to do. Thank you for your kind comment ❤️

[@MarcusBlack-d2k]

How do you keep spice rack from moving when you drive?

[@simmpleenough]

Industrial strength velcro

[@Mamajiggle]

How you pray in the van?

[@simmpleenough]

When I’m able to pray standing, I do. I’m currently traveling and camping in areas with a lot of privacy, so I stand for my prayers. There are other situations when I’m in the city and not near a masjid & I don’t feel safe praying outside alone, so I pray in the julūs position in my van. I was concerned about this when I started living in vehicles, so I’ve spoken to someone more knowledgeable than me about it and was told it was okay because of the lifestyle I currently live. But it was reinforced that, when able, I should always stand, so that is what I try to do.

[@kontrop6339]

hi what kind of van do you have?

[@simmpleenough]

2022 ford transit connect xlt lwb

[@TheQueenLioness100]

Who said you can’t have good food in a van

[@simmpleenough]

😊

[@nichols746]

love black tape the handle,,

[@simmpleenough]

Me, too! I wouldn’t touch those handles without it.

[@justinchad3208]

Where do your husband fit in that van?

[@simmpleenough]

I’m the only one living in the van.

[@justinchad3208]

@@simmpleenough is there any space for me? I pull my own weight!!!

[@nancygee3137]

you live this way all because you dont want to work? Find something you love and you won't hate it so much. I use to love being a flight attendant. I met people, friends, guys, traveled. I was so happy I loved life. Not working is boring, I am on disability now and my days have no purpose.

[@simmpleenough]

I’ve spent most of my career doing what I love. I’m not the type of person to get bored. Too much to do on this huge earth.