Life in a Magical Gypsy Vardo Style Caravan

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[@Cody6698]

I've noticed that people who live in these small homes have a positive attitude & great personality. Very cool :)

[@Adam-cn5ib]

well that could be because of the camera tbh

[@djej188]

So true

[@ariesleorising9421]

Cody6698 and, pardon the pun, being at home with themselves.

[@Juls27989]

I'd be positive too if I lived in a place like that. x

[@Oona707]

Yes, it seems they've got their priorities on life rather than all the commercial stuff.

[@challisinchains6527]

Her sense of gratitude is refreshing. She speaks a lot of her friends, which makes me think they are just as fortunate to have her as she is to have them.

[@danielahenderson6471]

psychedelicpunkable just make sure that you tell her that burning pinewood in her place

[@danielahenderson6471]

burning pinewood in her place can be very toxic .please tell her that

[@G.Haze.1787]

★That's a lovely thing to say★

[@AstrologerPatricia]

I wish I had friends like this.

[@artisthusnatalal3099]

I had the worse friends who only used me now i want be off friends

[@jacksonbrocato9704]

This video changed my out look on what I want my life to be. I always wanted to be wealthy and live in a big house in the city, but her lifestyle showed me a better life. All that truly matters is surrounding yourself with quality relationships, feeling free, and achieving happiness.

[@dhel7716]

I'm agree with you! Ever since i watch the sims 4 tiny house building + van life videos, my vision for my future house was changed. I found it happier to live in such small to tiny house especially living in a car/on the road because all of them radiate a positive, friendly, adventure vibes to me. Especially with anyone that decorate their house to whatever they like.

[@Judathehero]

First off shes is a total fraud. She gets government grants to put the shows on. Its a performing art grant. She also doesn't live in that trailer. Its all a act and show. She tells everyone she is a gypsy but she isn't a roma. She is not a traveller. Dont let these kind of people fool you.

[@netanelOnline]

don't get me going pls...

[@riggs20]

@@Judathehero I think we all know she’s not Roma or a traveler, but how do you know she doesn’t live there?

[@nancydublin9666]

@@Judathehero You sure aren't afraid of speaking your mind! Actually, that quality is to be admired and respected. I may or may not agree with you, but different opinions help us find the truth. :)

[@zaphodflys]

I love how the cat just popped up behind her nonchalantly, as she mentioned being blessed to have wonderful friends in her life

[@netanelOnline]

black cats are magical.

[@deborahstrumsky]

Very pretty love all the colors red, purple, orange, love the cat, chickens, garden, everything

[@anastasiarenaud2568]

This woman is a character and so is her house. Its not my taste but clearly it brings her much joy which is most important.

[@livingbig]

Yup, everyone has their own personal style. The beauty of a Tiny Home is the ability to build to ones own taste.

[@anastasiarenaud2568]

Living Big In A Tiny House Exactly. Did she say why she chose a canvas roof? It seems there would be lots of heat loss especially in the NZ "winter". I can imagine canvas might have been easier to install but I wonder about heating, maintenance of canvas over time etc

[@livingbig]

They are really very well insulated. The canvas roof is part of the style of these caravans, and it's also very lightweight which makes it easier to transport.

[@anastasiarenaud2568]

Living Big In A Tiny House Ok. Thanks for the info.

[@FrenchyFireDance]

Hi Anastasia... its designed so that i can take it off to rewaterproof it every 4 years - it has velcro on the ends and the straps can be undone - i choose canvas for lightness, cheapness and for the look - it has 4 layers of building grade insulation in the roof so very cosy! :-) x

[@spanishgypsy1618]

This lady is very smart. Creative, eco friendly, free spirit. Any one that can escape the rat race deserves respect. She is certainly a free bird, flying with her own wings!

[@Nathouuuutheone]

Smart? Did you miss the parts about chakra and whatnot?

[@fearnotonlylove1113]

Free spirits create free sane creative thinkers and non violent children. Sitting in your own crap is a choice.

[@saverio_6990]

@@Nathouuuutheone chakras are real.Its science.

[@Nathouuuutheone]

And you're delusional.

[@rebeccatreeseed410]

@Christina Reynolds you ignore the millennia when medical care was provided by herbalists. They treated all people, not just the self-entitled. Sitting in our own feces? WTF? You are a nut case. We dump our feces into our water supply, nitwit.

[@marytzacooks88]

So beautiful how her home is just a perfect portrayal of her energy.

[@Judathehero]

A fraud?

[@maikfajardo]

There something magical about this woman, she's got such a nice energy! and Bryce is a cuttie!

[@jb6712]

His girlfriend, with whom he lives, probably also thinks he's rather handsome....

[@louisegogel7973]

@@jb6712 His girlfriend, Rassa, is his wife and the camera person who creates all the wonderful filming images for us!

[@bobbyhendley3084]

Once again the clear lesson - our homes need to reflect our lives, loves, personalities, and values. Great job lady! And thanks Bryce!

[@livingbig]

So right Bobby! Well said. Thanks for watching! :)

[@bobbyhendley3084]

+Living Big In A Tiny House I'm a subscriber so I won't miss anything. I raised 4 kids in a tiny house without wheels. Life circumstances changed and I'm in something more traditional now. But another change is starting up now so I will probably be building tiny again before the year is out. And it'll be my most eclectic and expressive yet. I can't wait! And I love collecting ideas from you as I formulate my plans.

[@bobbyhendley3084]

+Bobby Hendley Oh, and I really LOVE your music channel too! I have a couple of degrees in music myself and have a huge appreciation for your genuine internal gift of music. Just beautiful!

[@livingbig]

Thanks for subscribing. Best of luck on your new project! Stay in touch and let me know how it goes. :)

[@livingbig]

And thanks! I'm glad you enjoy my music. I haven't put up anything new for a very long time, but I did record an album that's still unreleased. Got to work on finishing that and getting it out into the world. :)

[@dancingfaeries]

I always wanted to run away into the woods and live in a tree house and just listen to Fleetwood Mac and paint and do my art

[@sunflower-by4id]

do it then !!

[@priyankav2580]

70’s Mystic let me know where you go!! So I can come, it’s my dream!!

[@brittanyalexandria7135]

Me too!

[@jcf6798]

Me too, but dont have to be pagan ro do it lol.

[@mamasrescue1212]

My dream is so similar, but I’ve always imagined some kind of natural body of water close-by, a waterfall, a lake, brook, or a little secluded piece of ocean.. Take all my fav records from 1960-1978, my guitar, my books, my grandmother’s easel, and my animals.🏞

[@cheyennealexander3039]

This is one of the best videos I've seen all year on every level. The interviewer is so respectful, the lady being interviewed is so charming. That looks like paradise on Earth that community. If only it could be a model for everywhere on this planet, we would be truly evolved. Feeling very blessed to see this video thank you.

[@Chellojello]

My favorite part of this is her appreciation for the people in her life. That's beautiful and genuine.

[@MariaHernandez-gw2ii]

I love how peaceful and humble this woman is and I can't wait until my husband and I get started on our tiny house. Sending positive energy her way..

[@EllyLugosi]

Maria Hernandez I cant wait for you also Maria 😊 I have been thinking about a tiny house myself. Maybe you can show us on your channel once you guys are done? Best of luck dear x

[@GypsyWagonTV]

Have you started yet, Maria?

[@Judathehero]

@@GypsyWagonTV he gypsy wagon TV. Still stealing peoples culture? Racist.

[@pallavisaini3209]

Cat just casually walks in and struts around on bed. So cute. The house is absolutely amazing

[@laevan2053]

I got a chuckle out of the "kitty TV" comment.

[@donnamonroe2635]

Way to small

[@jessi5872]

Cat: I own this place. She made it for me.

[@rachelhoughton9867]

She's so wonderfully alive! Her eyes shimmer with excitement everytime she speaks ❤️ She's a green witch with a fairy home ❤️

[@Judathehero]

She is a fraud. She tells everyone she is roma and she isn't. Shes a racist.

[@Judathehero]

@@ingenting5475 yes! She is a gorger

[@VirgoArtsOfficial]

@@Judathehero Maybe I missed this in the video, or maybe that claim was made outside of this video, but could you please tell me where and when she made such a statement. No malice here, just an ally trying to educate herself.

[@Judathehero]

@@VirgoArtsOfficial she has other videos where she says shes a gypsy.

[@VirgoArtsOfficial]

@@Judathehero Got it! I’ll go and find those.

[@Mariamomo_]

My nana and her then-boyfriend used to travel around the countryside in one of these caravans in the late 60s. She said it was one of the most magical, fulfilling moments of her life. I definitely want this for myself!

[@crypticcorgi8280]

As Romani myself, honestly one who lives modernly. xD I find this endearing to base her whole living style in the likeness of my people's culture. Nothing makes us feel more accepted than to watch some one see so much beauty in our culture. As interesting as it is to see our culture through thier lense. It is not only my culture but her take on it with borrowing of elements from other and it is stunning and unique in it's own right. You have a lovely and magical home.

[@angelageier4681]

Rom here. I too live in a RV for now ( building off grid camper ourselves) and husband and I just move around when we want. I would love to find a community like she is in here in the US.

[@elle6968]

how lovely . please know you have my best wishes. It's a shame people don't accept our differences, we should embrace a multi cultural environment thats how we get a society. love from Elle in England xxx

[@DrMilazzoDVM]

What a beautiful reply... attitudes like this is why the Romani culture survives in art and is significant everywhere today! Smart people.

[@kimconklin9858]

BLESS YOU...☆☆*

[@lulolee5325]

I adore and respect Gypsy culture, lifestyle, and freedom! I also try to adopt something to my life from your culture experience, because I am a free soul person myself.

[@irinakrylova3099]

she's truly green witch. i'm so glad that such people exist. rays of goodness to you)

[@lollic307]

I'm not a witch but I love nature and love the idea to live In Nature

[@mashadow21]

probly smoke the green aswell lmao

[@mr.greenjeans8323]

@@mashadow21 that doesn't make you a bad person..it just free's up her creativity..lol

[@jcf6798]

All witches worship the devil. If you're a witch you're against God. Any trolls will be ignored.

[@thornsandrosess]

@@jcf6798 , this comment truly comes from a place of ignorance and hatred. Any person who shows but a bit of interest in other religions would know not to hate on others for what they belief. Religion comes from a place of harmony and finding your own savehavan on earth. Only a christian could honestly make others there comfort look evil. Because that is what religion is, finding your place of comfort. If you honestly think this way then that is truly sad, and i suggest stepping back from the internet for a while and find yourself in your religion before attacking others who have found themselfs in something other than your beliefs. And if you do end up doing that and come back more open minded, i suggest watching 'Story Of God' on Netflix. It is a great start at finding your respect for others beliefs. And opening up your mind and heart to be more loving of others and there religions.

[@readplayandgrow8943]

Not only is the home amazing but so is the community in which she’s living. I live the communal lifestyle. Everyone pitching in and sharing what’s important to them. How better could it possibly get? 💜 Just magical 💜

[@paulafair8543]

I love that woman. She seems so in her own skin, living life based on what she feels is right. She is who she is and she's good with that. She doesn't have anything to prove and seems to accept others for who they are. Beautiful home and even more beautiful human being living in it. 🌼

[@briannab5296]

Frenchy is so beautiful inside and out! So is her home & lifestyle. yes she is very "lucky"- in knowing herself so well that she is able to create her life her way.

[@niaata1171]

yes, she seems so nice and all.. what an adorable human being

[@antonioginez5994]

Frenchy is very likeable person as you notice she has that kindness look with a friendly smile. She lives peacefully. God bless and protect you always.

[@LaDayna04]

+Antonio Ginez very well said.

[@ShedonistaShamanatrix]

+Antonio Ginez : Goddess Bless Her as well! ❤️

[@jenniferstinebaugh204]

I agree its awesome

[@an6350]

Her eyes are like moons when she smiles, she's so cute and such a wonderfully genuine person!

[@gliz2y]

I was wondering if she had contacts, because those eyes are so huge and bright. I love them!

[@ohhhhhhmygodbecky]

I thought so too! Cat eyes(: So cute.

[@mattylamb9194]

Yeah, I noticed her lovely smile too. Lights up her face. Think it's because she's happy with her life

[@readygi]

yes! this lady is my hero, endless admiration for her and the community she's part of. Um, can I have the address to join? .)

[@Judathehero]

@@readygi She isn't part of the community. Shes a gorger pretending to be roma. Its all a fake act to dupe people like you. She also never lived in her camper trailer. Fruad.

[@peeppaa1997]

The second I saw her I knew she was a witch💕 What a lucky sister, so glad to see she could achieve her dream of living such a magical life

[@katchan228]

No matter how many times I've seen this tour, I keep coming back to watch it again and again. I dream of one day having one similar and similar lifestyle

[@olalalala4302]

Black cat: tick Quirky cabin in wood: tick Pagan symbols: tick Cape with hood: tick Crystals and feather: tick Methinks the lady is a witch

[@b.a.m.5078]

I'll need to know if she weighs as much as a duck first.

[@witman854]

I had this same inkling...

[@michaelnurrenbrock7845]

@@b.a.m.5078 do you think she turned anyone into a newt?

[@jaaanifer7293]

Ola Lalala Red Hair: tick

[@michaelgiounotti2494]

No!

[@enochanglin3546]

This is the exact life I want to live. I'm getting there slowly, but I am only 20, and have my life ahead of me to get there. Blessed are they that carve their own path into the tree of life, and she is doing exactly that. Wonderful! ✨

[@kimwarburton8490]

Dont wait, act now. Theres nvr a 'perfect' time. I waited, now 37 n wish i hadnt. Finally got a workable plan though 😊

[@theangriestcatintheworld]

@@kimwarburton8490 I was going to say exactly the same-- DON'T WAIT!! I started on the right path, but got derailed somewhere along the line. Definitely brilliant advice, dear Kim! 💕 >^. .^< 💕 Edit: Good luck to you, I hope your plan does indeed work out for you luv. Never give up! (The cats are rooting for you, MEOW!) 💕 >^. .^< 💕

[@marvaford3453]

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[@angelerfly]

You’re amazing! I’m 42 and I just jumped off the hampster wheel of “pumpkin spice latte”. It’s hard but so worth finding myself again. I didn’t realized I lost me?!! Just say no! 20 years of being told what to do and who to be and how to be.... it’s psyonide for the soul! Well done you!

[@DARK_AMBIGUOUS]

I’m 19 and I’m planning on buying a really small house in the middle of no where and I’m going to make it really magical like the inside of this lady’s home, I currently live in an apartment with my mom and I started a garden on our belcony

[@MarkettaWalker]

I like her energy and love how she has all she is intergrated in her space. My mother would've love this❤️🤸🌲🌿🦈🦋

[@Kotsonne]

She's definitely like fire element. Warm and bright, she even has a fire cloak'

[@lisaavery2375]

She’s AWESOME! So HUMBLE & GRATEFUL! She completely downplays her OWN part in the creation, but continues to give all of the credit to her wonderful friends!! She’s very aware of how BLESSED she is!! IDK her, but I just ADORE HER! Lol

[@wikedwhich1]

and a beautiful voice too

[@shan4364]

This girl is living the dream. Respect

[@miameow4833]

It's magical how the inside of her home is bigger in the inside than what your see from outside.

[@saalome9286]

Wonderful woman with her wonderful creation. As she says, it's like her home is her if she was a home. I love her beautiful energy, and pure magic in her eyes. She is definitely some kind of fairy, and the environment around is truly a mystical forest. I love that she says her favorite thing is the fireplace and how she gives importance to it. I agree with the feeling that having a fireplace it's like giving a soul to your home, the fire is like the heart beat of your home. It makes me think about the movie "Howl's moving Castle", she's the magician, in his moving magical place, and the fire, calcifer, is like the source energy of all of it. I would love to follow her adventure if she ever has a blog or whatever. Thank you for sharing her story !

[@viciousLUA]

I LOVE how her & her boyfriend have their OWN living space!!!! ❤️

[@organikness]

My wife and myself have lived like that for years. Really helps ^_^

[@automnejoy5308]

Yeah, that's the dream. It seriously takes care of most problems and resentment that builds up when people have to share a living space.

[@alocinder6573]

@@organikness , I agree. After 38 years of a stressful (that's putting it lightly ),marriage, I explained to ''the husband'', ''you need to move''. He moved 2 blocks from me. Now we both have our own place, our own space. We get along so well . We often spend time together. We only have two set rules, which are...when you want/need the other person to go home, kindly say, I need to spend some time alone'', or similar words. It is NEVER said with anger, impatience, and so on. It is ALWAYS said with a kind patient tone .Along with that agreement is, the person who needs to leave CAN'T ask, why. We've stuck to those two things. It works real well for us.

[@clipaqua8848]

Alocinder im sorry idk why i find that so hilarious. im glad it works for y’all & you’ve both got good mental health from that

[@virglibrsaglove]

It sounds like paradise to me. I honestly can't imagine being happy in a relationship any other way.

[@yellowhammer3]

i want to take a nap there during a thunderstorm

[@pinkysworn]

That sounds so relaxing! One of my favourite sounds on a storm app I have is the rain on a tent one.

[@Nikita4ever7000]

What storm app do you have.? Is it one of those sound machines.?

[@pinkysworn]

+Rue Stahl I have quite a few, but Storm Sim is the one I use most often (the paid version -- I can't remember what the free one comes with).

[@kerryoke68]

Wow, I thought the same thing. :)

[@nocksar744]

it looks safe and feel cozy

[@SH-jk8ox]

I immediately thought of the movie Stardust💫✨🌟

[@shayleeoloughlin5135]

I'm so glad someone else knows of that work of art💕

[@Samuel25737]

For real, Stardust is slept on.

[@riverzin666]

I love this movie ! It's been a while that I don't watch

[@alvd4514]

Star Sister Same!!!

[@SlawcioD]

yeap ;) my first thought also was Stardust :)

[@Moonchaserisme]

I love this woman. I wish she had a KZbin channel.

[@frankm.2850]

"The cat chose me." All the best ones do. :)

[@jessicawolfe1329]

Robert Martin so true... I recued my fur baby off of an abandoned boat!

[@geslinam9703]

Jessica Wolfe my latest rescue was living in an old upside down duck hunting boat someone had dumped on a dirt road in the woods. He was hanging around the dumpsters where I work, eating whatever scraps he could find. The first time I saw him, he was eating a piece of bread. Not feral, just skittish and fearful. Took me 6 months, 3 of which was a very, VERY cold and snowy winter, to catch him. Too smart for my traps, it just took daily meals of rotisserie chicken and sitting quietly with him every day (freezing my ass off) until he eventually decided I was cool and one day out of the blue decided to let me touch him. I immediately scooped him up, took him right to my vet - he is a huge long haired tabby - looks like a Maine coon - his fur was so matted and full of ticks and fleas, and he had the worst case of ear mites my vet had seen in 30 years of practice. No wonder he always took so long to come when I would show up with his food, he couldn’t hear me calling him, the mites made him practically deaf. Now he’s a big, happy, fat house cat - so friendly and lovable. Whoever had him before he was dumped must have given him lots of love, because he is the sweetest, friendliest, most personable cat I’ve ever had. I feel so lucky to have him. And it makes me sad to think of what his fate would have been if I hadn’t noticed him, and no one ever took the time to help him. So many animals out there suffering because of the indifference of people. And that’s my cat-in-a-boat story...

[@yoloVaz]

We took a cat out of he street because dogs were hunting him, after that we let him go but he stayed for years. He died last year because two dogs chewed him 😭 I miss my Chulo

[@geslinam9703]

Yolotzin Vaz should have made him an inside cat. How sad to die such a horrible way.

[@yoloVaz]

Geslina M He was free, like his whole life but it was also free to come home for food and sleep on his bed. We wanted to make him feel like that hopefully he felt loved and happy :’)

[@BloodDollASMR]

This was the most soul warming thing I've watched all week. What a beautiful home and such a vibrant, happy woman! Fantastic video

[@lauraklinglesmith4894]

I can see a really great book series being written in this tiny caravan. It’s beautiful, so artfully constructed.

[@nightlight7654]

What a great thing she’s done with her friends.That is this kind of things that make the world a better place ❤️

[@lutacos]

i knew this was in new zealand, she still has the brittish accent but shes picked up the 'hey', gorgeous build, i would love to visit that place next time im down in wellington

[@Sblue23]

Is it New Zealand!? Wow so wonderful. Where in NZ I wonder.

[@ShazBookOwl]

I'm so glad I started reading the comments... was super wondering where this wonderful place was. Thanks for clearing that up. Cheers.

[@ShazBookOwl]

@@Sblue23 - the more of these I watch, I think I might like to migrate to NZ... :-D

[@The_Salty_Siren]

I knew when she said the glow worms near the water 💕 I spent 6 weeks in NZ traveling the N & S islands & the underworld rafting with glow worms was my favorite adventure

[@carlyw6462]

@T Johnson her pounamu and ta moko say NZ to me

[@TheRachaelLefler]

I wish houses could be more about creativity. Here, in most places your Home-Owner's Association will fine you for even daring to paint it a color other than beige, and even tasteful lawn decorations have been complained about as "eye sores". Why do people have to be so intolerant of others' styles?

[@fabiolazuniga5445]

true

[@MsZombiedoll666]

Rachael Lefler where is it you're from? People do all sorts here in England

[@pescaditodiabolico]

oi mate suburban U.S. Ive personally never dealt with it though

[@MsZombiedoll666]

pescaditodiabolico I can imagine that tbh

[@TheRachaelLefler]

Chicago... But it's basically the attitude taken almost everywhere in America, anywhere people get overly worried that their neighbor's designs will make their own property values go down? I don't understand it. A home should be a permanent place to live, not an investment you only buy to sell in the first place.

[@lalauo]

I just love the tone and pacing of her voice. She's got the most soothing vibes. She's built her own home for about the same amount I squander on my rent every year.................

[@Judathehero]

She is mimicking roma which she isn't. She is a loser fraud.

[@AdventuringWithAmanda]

I love everything about her and her caravan. Magical and amazing. 💖

[@caylieb5403]

She's probably a real fairy.

[@rosem2378]

Caylie B She does look like she could be a descendent of an exiled Fae

[@medusatruths1066]

She is!!! And I aspire

[@sonofabraham2553]

A fluffy fairy.

[@sabrinamarie7831]

✌😍💜💛❤💚

[@gorgeousdzastr]

a gorgeous fairy

[@shaylynhenson62]

This woman is glowing with amazing energy! Her space is beautiful like her. You go girl! 🤙🏽💕

[@recklesstapedeck]

One of favourite of all of Bryce's films to date and seeing a fellow UK person as the shows star is fab. I absolutely love her home. I wasn't shore if she was in NZ or in the UK. The UK isn't a brilliant place to live in a house now, many people can't afford home anymore here. If they can they end up both working 40+ hours a week each, spending so much money on cars to get to jobs to go back to home they only really enjoy for 2 days a week if they are lucky. Opt out of the rat race assumption that you must live in bricks, this way is so much less anxiety, less stress.

[@elizabethblakley2876]

I've always admired the gypsy caravans too. She seems sweet and I'm glad she shared her creativity with the world. God Bless.

[@chenico0908]

The artwork on her door is magical! 🦄😍

[@cn9630]

Ocin Stown I think you mean, DEMONIC!

[@jamiebee408]

@@cn9630 😄 It is not demonic

[@dishappywithlife2556]

What a true authentic soul. I live in a city and desire a sustainable affordable way of living. I need the land, family, sense of community, peace and art. One day I'll get there. These videos are so inspirational💖

[@sionyevans]

I feel exactly the same..always have

[@LostInParadise8706]

Same

[@joebloggs619]

At age 13 I left home and became independent. By age 15 I had found a cute little caravan in a mysterious deserted caravan park run by an extremely eccentric strange artistic old lady living alone. She let me rent it. I liked her. She really was such a positive influence in my life and she let me paint and decorate it, plant flowers around it, create a place to play music I liked to do and other arts and crafts she also indulged in. It was like heaven, finding such a secluded little haven and this i retesting very open minded wise, creative old solitary lady who seemed to be on my wavelength , mentally. Until one late night I was woken by the sound of chains jangling and my little caravan being jolted about as thieves tried to get it's wheels out of the ground they were bogged in. I was petrified. The thieves obviously did not realise I was sleeping there and I decided to think quickly to survive and refrained from screaming for help, as nobody would have heard me anyway, in this dark deserted huge empty caravan park nobody stayed at because locals said it was haunted. I heard one of the thieves talk about hooking it up to their car and heading up north from Victoria to Queensland and I thought "Guess I should introduce myself to them and hope they adopt me and not try to harm me... " My mind was racing as I tried to keep calm and cool under pressure and lay perfectly flat, silent, still, so as to not scare them and provoke them to pull a knife or gun out of fear. Fortunately, the wheels of my caravan were so heavily bogged where it had been kept for many years and the tires had gone flat, so they could not move it to steal it. I was so relieved when I heard them pack their chains away and quietly drive off in the early dawn. Next day, I said a sad goodbye to the old lady I liked and my little caravan I loved. I just was too traumatised to live in it any more and never ever lived in a caravan since that bad experience. It is pretty easy to steal a caravan. If the wheels of my caravan had not been bogged heavily into grou d, with flat tires from sitting unused in that deserted park for years, I would have been abducted by these thieves for certain or possibly even raped, murdered and dumped, if I had not kept so calm and cool to avoid alerting them to my presence in the caravan. The old lady wanted to know why I was leaving and if it was because the rent was too high or I didn't like my caravan and she offered me a free room inside her own home, in return for being company for her but I was too traumatised by my ordeal to remain there, though I never told her what happened to me, only warning her to securely lock and bolt all doors and windows. "Oh, this is the country... We are safe here... Nobody hurts us... We all know each other... You are safe with me, living here... " she pleaded me to stay. I wasn't so sure and knew otherwise, from personal experience and I could not remain there. I worried about her and she sensed it. "Oh, who'd be interested in an old woman like me? It's the young ones like you they go after..." she said, adding " Stay safe and keep out of trouble.." as she waved me goodbye. I was almost in tears but knew I had to put it all behind me, forget my fear and move on. Definitely staying safer and avoiding trouble eg by making wiser, less dreamy, romantic accommodation choices. It was a useful learning experience, traumatic as it was.

[@oddlyspecific4099]

Who are you and how much of this is true? Whether it's all real or all made up you are incredibly fascinating

[@bellyfulochelly4222]

Wow, that's crazy. But you make a good point about the safety issues.

[@hankwilliams2569]

I just wanted your bloody tires to move my mum closer to my dad.. you blokes are all the same ,all you had to do was say something and we would have left you alone...

[@hazza542]

Stealing Caravans is easy! One thing to get is a large dog, they may take up space but this right one can scare off a lot of people.

[@RainVine]

good to know, sorry that happened to you- shame on em

[@Avacarho]

Frenchy is my kindred spirit with her tastes. I love her caravan with all of the colors and bohemian/gypsy/Indian style. When I finally get my THOW, I hope mine is as beautiful as hers.

[@ravenwood5215]

Wonderful woman. A friend in my mind! She will live a long, long time. No stress😧 no keeping up with the joneses. Living life on her own terms. What an inspiration.

[@patriciaking7892]

Raven Wood, sho you right! She's so free spirited and grounded. That's the good life!!!!

[@gotohellenwaite6371]

So basically she actually lives life verses being a slave to payments! Love it!

[@Obataladance]

Yes, a life with no children, family around, no real responsabilities, a very selfish life, all for herself, it really match with the individualism of today.

[@ForwardEarth]

*versus

[@CasianaCarmazan]

Obataladance She doesn’t owe anyone anything. Women don’t have to have kids if they don’t want kids. You seem very bitter

[@cheesecake7274]

Obataladance by not adding to many of the social and environmental problems in the world, she contributes more to the world than most other people.

[@ForwardEarth]

@@Obataladance There's nothing more selfish than having kids.

[@fernandathees7018]

The girl is amazing! Her smile is charming and the house is her expression. Loved it!

[@Judathehero]

Her expression? You mean roma culture. She has stolen everything about our culture and appropriated it.

[@brunobrook23]

Her home is so cozy & colourful! She is living the dream a couple of hours work every week to keep her going financially! I presume it’s in New Zealand?

[@Synicizm]

Both Frenchy and her caravan are beautiful! I really love all the warm, rich colors she used. It's unthinkable for me to live without an internet connection, but I imagine Frenchy is able to put her creative energy to the best use this way.

[@roxanneringler4411]

She said there isn't internet in the caravan, however there is a communal house nearby which sounded as if there was internet available there.

[@Mintyoreos]

This makes me so happy.

[@BellaPeninah]

Same here! I can appreciate the joys of others, and truly hope that some day I will get to experience the same myself! ♥

[@AbxiolyticEpi]

Been digging into gypsy culture. And the whole tlc gypsy rabbit hole. But ive also seen stuff about the traditional gypsy culture. Compared to modern US and UK gypsies traditional gypsies seem relatively harmless. Then by chance i found this and it has made me so happy

[@loramatildak5200]

Me too.. probably because the owner is a very happy person and her energy is around the Tiny house inside out.

[@minimalist5555life]

Me too

[@user-bf8bt2wf7d]

That is because there are some lucky colors here: The red, the yellow, the green... All colors of fortune and prosperity.. That's why we give money in red/yellow envelopes on the lunar new year.

[@vivianarolon7493]

I love this gypsy home, the stuff, the colors, she's spiritual with a nice taste of be herself, like me.

[@livingbig]

Lots of you have been asking about the progress of my own build project. My next video will be an update on my own build, so stay tuned for that. :)

[@corpsebrideemilie69]

OMG I can't wait

[@francesca27545]

Where can you park a Caravan if you intend to use it as a home to live in and do not own a piece of land, for council not to order you to move on?

[@corpsebrideemilie69]

francesca27545 I'm not sure but I think like a mobile home camping trailers and such . Camp grounds . But I would rather have my own land

[@dasasa2]

There is nothing derogatory about these people. You need to chill and tone down your HR ways.

[@corpsebrideemilie69]

Don right don

[@Dream693]

OMG That's a fairy house and a real witch

[@kokokokita533]

Selma Dion and she got a cat that looks like Salem.

[@cegecej]

Lol true story, def a witch

[@patriciaking7892]

Y'all she's a good witch though. I'm a good witch myself. For real!

[@desertwitch1884]

I just love her. Amazing place to live

[@Capkirk]

Patricia King I am too. From the New Orleans area

[@sangsaishrishikesh5794]

This house is so beautiful...kinda I'm living in fairy tale....😍🥰✨☺️💓

[@leejay1936]

I absolutely adore this tiny home, even though it's the absolute opposite style to mine. She has obviously poured her heart and soul into this space and that makes it beautiful.

[@joem1309]

“Gotta follow your own dreams hay” Motivational asf

[@Judathehero]

Them she proceeds to rip off an entire culture and lie about being a gypsy.

[@MollyMcBooter]

Wow! Not just here place but the whole environment its in. They even have a river, garden, and pizza ovens!! Paradise 😍💖

[@susanburns276]

That's what I'd call living the dream! Absolutely amazing, and such a beautiful soul this lady has! 👍👵🇦🇺

[@lyrastrseed3343]

my goodness, this is my favorite abode! her aura is radiating. what a beautiful soul 💛

[@shafrika28092]

I love how the people you interview are often just as interesting as their homes!

[@togethermutiny]

Jules! It's been 21 years...Hello from your old friend in Deep Cove! Love your Eco lifestyle. Congrats to you both!

[@carolineolsenarnold7039]

Lord, she sounds just like Dawn French, LOVE the wagon.

[@mabelregimal5407]

I love it and my favorite part is the wood stove. I also like the sound of her relationship, it works for them and sounds perfect.

[@filliaa3661]

That's so magical, it's something you'd see straight out of a fantasy novel or movie

[@d.n.4079]

This is my favorite tiny house of yours. I come back and watch this every few months. She's a delight and her caravan is just charming and whimsical. Cheers.

[@mynameisb.2236]

I absolutely LOVE the idea of her community. Prefer more Wi-Fi though.

[@Phoenix197]

Same, but that's why I love tiny homes. You can make it really your own!

[@mynameisb.2236]

@Bailey Jones I don't know man, I grew up in the 90s. WiFi or no WiFi, you'll be under scrutiny of others.

[@LeileeBaker805]

💫💗

[@shuchiupadhyaya2882]

Beautiful beautiful beautiful!! Beautiful house and beautiful owner! How happy she seems in this house, surrounded by all the love from her friends and loved ones! Love the way she opened up her heart and shared her house as well as her life with us. Credit also to Bryce for making her so comfortable. I could sense that he really admired her persona, by the way he held her hand while the hand shake at the end. I wish Frenchie all the love and happiness in the world.

[@starmanskye]

Wow -- Frenchy knocks me out with her charming warm-hearted grace, generosity of spirit, self-confident attitude, humble depth of character, obvious great love of self and friends, and her bodacious-centeredness being comfortable in her skin and life. What a beautiful person to be such a joyous treasure to one's friends. Some common traits to many in the small-is-better less-is-more non-materialistic DIY tiny-house community of people who let their inner light shine, esp. delightful to see today in young adults coming of age, renouncing the societal conventions of ratrace materialist consumption, rediscovering the 'traditional' alt.hippie/beat spiritual metaesthetic of peace, love, inner-directed contentment, bliss and transcendant beingness. Just LOVE her personalized, super laid-back luxuriously comfortable trailer caravan full of gifts, memories and style. Another radiant being living large and letting her light shine like a riot!

[@jen3800]

what an awesome woman! she reminds me of my wife!! alive, and full of magic

[@NicoleLivvy]

She is beautiful I love how creative and bright she is... such a beautiful soul and artistic way to live. i Love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@2ancient2define97]

I’ve watched this many times over a couple of years. It inspires me. Love love love her space....for sure we are kindred spirits. Many many thanks for sharing this!!!

[@thatswhatshesays]

Isn't Frenchy lovely! Such a positive energy.

[@SheenaRea]

What a lovely, glowing spirit and enchanting home!! LOVE the fire stove! Truly magical.

[@UNLIMITEDSUN5.0]

It is really important to connect with nature and ourselves. Being Positive is also, well very positive!

[@seductiivechula4787]

Omg her laugh just makes my soul so happy.

[@queofques32]

3 hrs work ...that's life! Companies are making overtime mandatory. This world is money hungry but it's time to let go of it.

[@arizonasunflowers5226]

C Wimbush-Palacios I’d get clastriphobia. I couldn’t take it so small. I need space & fresh air floe.

[@molliemooster55]

We all need to make a stand and live like this it’s pure happiness, we’re all looking for it in the wrong place.. the city

[@joanlong4183]

@@arizonasunflowers5226 You get that outside.

[@YodiRoberts]

perfect complement to Frenchie's personality, I loved the whole Gypsy look, the colors, the art on the walls, the glass blown knobs etc, and what a complement to her personality as well, just love her outlook on life. Very blessed indeed!

[@laVIEchef]

“... you know all of that LIFE-STUFF ...that’s just so beautiful...” indeed Frenchy. Namaste 🙏 *All so Brill❤️Thank you (both!) for sharing. 🥰

[@PoisonelleMisty4311]

i like her, she seems like a real person who is kindhearted and down to earth. I love her free spirit.

[@Sandy-Texas-]

I think she is amazing. I felt so at ease watching this one. Talk about a laid back person. loved this one

[@TamaraWoods]

I keep coming back and watching this video. I just love the feeling of her caravan and this video. It's all so beautiful. It's like her personality come to life.

[@samlight1978]

What a gorgeous woman and a lovely home she has created. This is so inspiring.

[@teresacalhoun8815]

I agree so important and free spirit and happy and safe with in her self and others and she gets out and lets nautical soundstage around her i would like some the natural amazing grace and beautiful making of my own 🎉🎉 sam be good think good blessings and soundround yourself with the peace and love rexal your mind and spirt be yourself but be flexible too hard time s ahead but Jesus god lord will help guild lead get us through he is able Keep your faith hope and pray always even when you don't know what to do or say 🎉 ❤ thanks for sharing 🙏😃 best wishes lets hope more than wishes so you don't use up wishes on things or something that we can hope for just as well 🙏 i feel you have a good soul and spirit and pretty happy bit luke all of us things and others get you down thats ok cause it happens and just don't let things or others or that happen s Keep u down let us friends family help out good week thanks 🙏😃👍👍

[@Metatron141]

Beautiful home, beautiful spirit, this woman and her man are living what everyone seems to be seeking.

[@tigermoon44]

I come back to this video every so often to remind myself that this is the dream and that I can one day achieve a lifestyle like Frenchy!

[@1111Balance]

She is so wise, genuine, and has so much character, that is true beauty... and that laugh :) so pure. I would love to have a friend like that, I would be honored to meet a girl like Frenchy. much LOVE to ALL.

[@blackwidowmollie]

UNCONDITIONAL 11 11 LOVE I'm not British but I'm trying to be like her. I'm a modern day hippie.

[@dinorahdarby4499]

She is living the authentic life. Naturally beautiful.

[@gullwingstorm857]

There’s nothing authentic about appropriation.

[@blakeybarra822]

When you walk into the woods and see a gypsy caravan.

[@garethutting6328]

Living the life of Romani people is a tough life living in a Vardo,you've no job and no money living off your wits and keeping yourself clean is difficult too.I respect the people who have lived this life.

[@emberdeacon9591]

@@garethutting6328 that’s not true, i’m a gypsy and we find work wherever we travel, selling scrap metal, horse trading and labouring etc

[@zombiekiddo8548]

The comment section is full of lovely people, oh my god 😍❤ I reeeally want to live my life like this...Well maybe it'll work.

[@jamesware5100]

i do the same as this.quite remarkable truly

[@cecyconcdecoco3818]

Dear Army i see you here 👀

[@Batticia]

Avocado Boy I call this my vacation home or my getaway.

[@perimele6]

I love how she has a shelf for her tea and a shelf for her altar crystals:)

[@systlin2596]

Goals tbh.

[@virglibrsaglove]

She knows the important stuff.

[@virglibrsaglove]

And actually, I do too. Come to think of it. :)

[@SelfMakeover]

I saw this video back when I first became aware of tiny living and it's stuck with me ever since. I compare everything I've seen since to it.

[@brettany_renee_blatchley]

*Bespoke* is the graceful word for this... ..."Her in a caravan"... Perfect!!! 💜💙💚

[@ladybyronpoe9954]

I love all of this. The only worry I have is, if she has a carbon monoxide detector. You never know what can go wrong with fire in such a small space. I am sure is well done, but if the exhaust pipe gets clogged can create a problem

[@costeliordan4203]

Gypsies lived for thousands of years like this with fireplaces made by themselves. Carbon monoxide comes if there is no draft of air going over the fire and up.

[@deanthompson88]

In a little caravan like that it would go off everytime you farted haha. The size of the fire is probably designed with that risk in mind, even if you fell asleep with it full up with new fuel i doubt it would create enough fumes to kill you unless the flue got completely blocked at the same time as the fire door seal giving way.

[@classicambo9781]

It's a good idea. We have little battery powered ones designed for boats on the 21 foot steel yacht dad and I sail around in (metho stove and old tractor engine for becalmed days). Better to be safe than sorry when it comes to confined spaces.