Los Angeles was a Mistake |

[@sankissjuicetan9319]

I really like you, Scott. Very down to earth and sincere. Sending you lots of positive energy and good wishes. I’m watching every one of your videos whenever I can. 😊

[@katrina48]

When I’m in Santa Monica, I park/sleep on one of the streets that run off the north end of Ocean, where there are lots of big apartment buildings. It’s super quiet at night and there are plenty of overnight spots.

[@dankyte766]

I think it’s good to trust yourself when you feel a bad vibe in a place. I’m in the UK and I’ve felt it in London a lot. I’ve stopped going there for concerts and such. Enjoying your videos btw. Cheers.

[@alexandersprout7992]

Intuition is a gift.

[@johnhouston9764]

It's terrible that we are losing our countries 😞

[@banyana6515]

​@@johnhouston9764 You are not losing your country. Unless you are referring to how multicultural London is.

[@jamesbaxter222]

@@banyana6515that is exactly what they are talking about😂

[@stananders474]

Englishman here > 73. I love your videos. My greatest fear is loosing my car >> forgetting where I parked. Its a big anxiety and I even dream of the experience.

[@mondoenterprises6710]

Wow. Talk about a cliffhanger! Now I want to see where you spent the night and went to next!

[@bevtrue6937]

I lived in L.A. for 3 years but only liked the first year. Then San Fran for 7. LOVED IT. Got too expensive so i moved to FL.

[@nebulous3234]

I'm drinking a can of cold brew Ground Work coffee right now! CHEERS!

[@overcoffeemeditativemoment8084]

This is the second of your videos I now have viewed. Looked and ah!! See many more 😁

[@romac9516]

Love your coffee hobby - spending money on things you love is never a bad spend. Fascinating for me - uk - to see the places you choose with the additional info you give.

[@fredmiddleton2958]

They have really cleaned up the beach area of Santa Monica. Thumbs up to the City of Santa Monica.

[@KiKiQuiQuiKiKi]

They clean it every Monday because awful, ignorant folk trash it every weekend. 🚮

[@violetatcontentboutique7188]

I totally understand that feeling, Scott. I had the same feeling, driving those streets last Oct/Nov while caretaking my mom. It was disorientating. I love watching the seaguls from that little trail, especially just before sunset, when they do the grand dance in the sky ... but for me, it was Venice Beach where I sold crystal jewelry & artwork & danced the drum circle ... so many memories ... 😺💜

[@i.m.7710]

We lived there. One day they filmed Starsky and hutch in our alley.🤣

[@lazyassian]

Yeah I'm there with you Scott. I don't want to be anywhere near a large city. You are quickly one of my favorite KZbinrs due to how chill your videos are without any crazy music going on constantly through your videos and you keep it real. I'll be tagging you in my upcoming videos in March. Thanks for sharing your journey...oh and btw I got an iphone 11 PRO MAX due to your recommendation and am filming with it so thanks for that too! 🙂

[@StaticCamperVan]

Aww, Thanks. Oh, you got an 11Pro, nice. Good to hear you like it, too

[@danidelyon7093]

I appreciate the natural sound of your videos ….. the sound of silence, the waves, etc…

[@margaretbowen867]

I lived the first 20 years of my life in the LA area. The next 40 in the San Diego area. I'm now way up in northern Calif and love it. I would go 150 miles out of my way to get around LA!!!!!🤮 Heck, even that is too close.

[@margaretbowen867]

@@donalee2023 Lived there for 20+ years. Too crowded and the freeways?????? Ugh. I became a country girl seeking the road less traveled. Hummmmm, Death Valley comes to mind certain times of the year.

[@kodithebear]

I love your calm vibe mate. Stay well!

[@wyrdadventures]

Beautiful! I've never been there and am not comfortable inlarge cities like that. Trust your gut! Thanks for sharing!

[@frankG335]

It doesn't feel like a big city. It's an endless sprawl of suburban mixed with urban and even mountain and beach regions.

[@greeneyedggirl]

Oh this video brings back memories! Four years ago when I first started vanlife, Santa Monica was a place I spend a while at myself, because of the beach of course! I see they repaved that giant lot down on the beach side of the PCH just north of the pier! I actually explored the pier while I as there too. That said I very much agree, as an introvert I tend to limit my time in crowded, noisy, peopleie places. So I can completely relate to thinking it might have been an uncomfortable choice to go there. Me I'm out in the Arizona desert right now! Nice and quiet, especially at night! Safe travels Scott, thanks for the video!

[@CHICOandtheVAN]

100% know that feeling. I had to get out of LA. Once I did I got the sleep my body needed. Been out of there 3 months now and not planning on going back.

[@StaticCamperVan]

I was talking about SoCal, not just LA

[@jeffhayden2737]

Excellent video, great shots of area and beach. Really helps to gain info on areas.

[@monicad351]

Scott! For some reason I felt/feel at ease during the day and not at night. Especially when living in a car or tent.

[@StaticCamperVan]

I’m sorry. Not good for getting a restful sleep

[@jeffhayden2737]

Thanks!

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thanks Jeff!

[@saavedramarcelo]

Didn't know about Ground Work coffee. Looking forward to try it!

[@JavierBonillaC]

I did my MBA at UCLA. I was very young and I got everywhere in a Katana 600 that I loved. What good memories of Venice beach. LA has sentimental value for me.

[@Lisa-16]

The beach there looks like a lovely place to visit during winter. I would not want to be there with the crowds of summer. Anyway, I hope you find a more comfortable place to hang out for a while. Think I will make myself some coffee now. ☕️

[@samanthadodd8112]

U can use ammonia in laundry - use half the laundry detergent with half ammonia. Also maybe to clean out ur "berky".

[@trev777]

I'll have to try groundwork. Do you enjoy bluebottle? Just curious....oh and Ethiopian is the best, yum.

[@pattichambley2779]

I took a bear in winter nap today Got new supply of melatonin yay

[@gabe2045]

I always appreciate your thoughts on each location/city you go to! Knowing quality places to stay are valuable!

[@Patrick_Ross]

Hi Scott….born and raised in that area. Traffic has always been a problem but actually not as bad now as it was in the 70s, 80s & 90s. Rapid transit has made some headway but much more needs to be done. Air quality is so much better now but also needs more improvement. I left in 1979, moving to Alaska….25 years there and the last 16 in Seattle and Bremerton. Santa Monica, along with the entire L.A. area, had measurable snow in January 1949 and a few dustings since. That four day storm did massive damage to the citrus crops. Up to a foot of snow fell in the San Fernando Valley and up to four feet in the mountains. Oh, by the way, Scott…..would it be okay if we send one more shot of rain down your way this coming week?!😁

[@StaticCamperVan]

It actually snowed here? Wow. Thanks for that info. It’s still winter right? I guess we can handle another sprinkle

[@seannfawnc2282]

Hey Scott. You’re an introvert and I saw the “Weirdos Unite” near your stove, which made me think you should get the sticker that says “Introverts Unite!” Ha ha ha… thought you’d love the sarcasm in that sticker

[@StaticCamperVan]

Hahaha. Yes, I've actually drawn up a sticker/shirt Introverts Unite design. I need to get that design out

[@Eric-ww2qb]

maybe time to head up the coast to Santa Barbara or San Luis Obispo?

[@lindaalaniz7129]

Be very careful with ammonia, it can be quite toxic. Especially in a vehicle.

[@StaticCamperVan]

My van has very good ventilation, so no worries there

[@jillcoe4695]

Come North to the Bay Area. It's beautiful up here. So much beautiful coastline, winery's, small towns redwoods.

[@barbarar.7833]

So glad to hear you thoughts on the places you visit. Also, like your thoughts on the homeless - let them be.

[@micro_adVANtures]

I love thé idea as coffee as a mood enhancer - made me smile. Found your channel yesterday and subbed. Looking forward to getting to know you and learn a little about your life journey as a venture through your back catalogue of videos.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Hey Thanks. Appreciate you following along

[@JamesMorrin-dy6hl]

I like your style of communication..have camped in Samuel P. Taylor State Park, in CA very close to Point Reys Station, Inverness, were they filmed “Village of the Damed” and “the Fog”.

[@leonaweltzer4023]

The Pandemic has had an effect on a lot of areas, as well as the violence that seems to have accelerated.

[@stanleythomas8457]

los angeles is a big place and you have to pick your choices carefully . I'm in Culver city now , born and raised , should be hittin the road again in July for wherever ... I first left in 1975 , then 1995 and now 2023 .

[@3generations393]

Hope you find that restful spot & get to stay a few days 🙏🙏❣️

[@valeriehancotte-galan4790]

Brings back memories. I miss Cal, especially the mountains :)

[@StaticCamperVan]

The view of snow covered mountains is indescribably beautiful

[@aliciastanley5582]

Nice video. Pleasant & informative 😊

[@Avg_Janitor]

The view of the beach and water was really nice, thank you.

[@LostOnLandAgain]

I think being there in the winter would be the way to go. I've only been there once, and that was plenty. I'm glad I got to see it, but all those parking signs. Lol

[@ayeyo2711]

Lived a big chunk of my life in different parts of LA County. Also lived in Orange County and San Diego so I’ve got something to compare it to. Some parts of LA are nice, some you gotta take in small doses and others you just want to avoid. The bad parts are: it’s densely packed and crowded, traffic, lots of run down sketchy areas, a fast paced/tense/unrelaxed sort of vibe, and you constantly have to watch yourself and be aware in some areas. So I think I get how you might feel. There are tons of nice areas too, but for me usually that means places and times where I can avoid the crowds

[@joelpm503]

The view of Santa Monica pier takes me back to when I first watched the movie Lost Boys back in the 80s

[@piajensen3223]

I know this is an old video but I went to Main Street yesterday . Had a very tasty burrito from holy mole Guacamole . I was so excited to go in and get a cup of coffee next door at groundwork but sadly it was closed . So fun to see you in familiar places in this video.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Oh, that’s not good news about Groundwork

[@piajensen3223]

@@StaticCamperVan only because it was a holiday yesterday.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Oh! Thank goodness

[@jimwest7107]

No surprise so many are moving to Vegas from CA.

[@Beavis-et8ox]

First I thougt oh, such a long video, do I have the time now? Of course I had and now I think, what, already over? That happens very often to me with your videos. Not very much happening, no drama, no "attractions" but always very interesting and relaxing to watch. Like taking a walk with a friend and talk about normal daily stuff. Thanks for sharing and have a great Sunday.

[@cathtf7957]

You can dilute the ammonia and use it for window washer. That's what window cleaner is.

[@TheNotMeTube]

I too find it difficult to sleep in places that I am not comfortable in. I haven’t slept well in years except when I am on vacation - usually on the Oregon coast.

[@Lizzy00088]

You can use ammonia to clean your windows.

[@Benny.13]

Im static binging all day!

[@markketello5757]

Zquill is your friend, I've been taking a gulp of that for years when I need to get some sleep. Mouthful and start reading a book, you'll be gone in 20 minutes. Ear plugs, you can hear your own breathing and it's relaxing. 35 years in construction, there were days I got home and had to be asleep in an hour.

[@seanh4841]

The parking signs remind me of Sydney Australia, where you can have a breakdown trying to decipher the crazy signs

[@StaticCamperVan]

I did have a breakdown!

[@Slimnbonez]

The parking signs are to be read from top to bottom as they apply. If you remember that part, it gets a little easier to decipher. The top parking sign applies first.

[@seanh4841]

@@Slimnbonez Well I learnt something new

[@jrraven3230]

Wow brave of you to go to the city, especially that one😇 I'm glad you are ok😊

[@StaticCamperVan]

It’s much safer here than we are being led to believe

[@jrraven3230]

@@StaticCamperVan O I C...... I was mostly talking population, (not necessarily crime, although it does matter 😇) I don't do a lot of people 😉

[@LovingAtlanta]

🤩😍I loved seeing the Santa Monica area and recalling memories. 👍💡You’re smart and I/we don’t need to tell you to listen to your soul and feelings about that place. When my subconscious is talking to me about being some where (to stay or go) and an area is giving me an unsettling vibe and/or disturbing my peace….I leave. 😩I wish I could drink coffee like you do because I used to enjoy it. I’m hypersensitive to caffeine so I can’t handle caffeinated beverages.😩 Wishing the best peace, rest & safe travels. 💝

[@pattin4015]

I live in L.A., close to Santa Monica, but I fear parking there for the well described "sudoku" like signs (sometimes they're 6-7 plates drilled in, top to bottom of the metal pole) which requires minutes of reading and re-reading to know or not know whether you've interpreted them correctly... Something you can't afford when you're in a rush to get to a hospital. Enjoying your take on things!

[@businessenlignesolutions]

Hi! Just wanted to say hello. I really enjoy your videos. I'm from Europe, and watching your content allows me to virtually experience the beauty of the West Coast.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Thanks!

[@Mac-xo2zj]

L.A is my home. It the best place in the world. However it's good you got out of town when you did though. We got a nasty storm, worst in decades. Even had snow in the Hollywood Hills. Hope you dodged the weather.

[@i.m.7710]

My Dad’s restaurant (Biff’s) was on 3rd and Wilshire.😊 I lived in a big old house with two other couples and all our little kids and two renters a block away. 8 adults and 4 kids. Everything was torn down and modern now. I gravitate north towards Ventura and up. You’re like the Mr. Rogers of Vanlife!😂

[@dsoule4902]

Lol. I remember Biff's. And The Penguin.

[@kellyb5980]

Hope your finding a spot that is more comfortable for you, the ocean is a great draw but not all that noise. I was shocked to not see you pulling out the old Yellowbird

[@lucsmith2092]

Gorgeous views, very picturesque. Thanks for walking around and filming even if your gut said “iffy”.

[@pattysuechandler-lindquist3159]

2/17/23: 🙏🤣 Sudoku sign mind set. Wow, shocker from the Rural essence of WA to Santa Monica, CA-A bit nerve racking🧐😱. Coffee, mood enhancer👏 Patty Sue in MARYLAND

[@fitnesslady1667]

I an a lonely live alone do things for Barbra everyday I enjoy listening to you onyour journey 😊

[@Seajunkie]

Being in a place you know you don’t wish to be… that stress could definitely effect sleep patterns for me! Thanks for the mini tour, never saw that county, drove around it to avoid the traffic. I dont know that I like it either, a bit congested. I prefer that open space youve shown us much farther north! Is it possible you might be a HSP along with being an introvert? Congested places can overstimulate me, sometimes to the point of exhaustion

[@StaticCamperVan]

Trying to explain being an introvert is difficult. Trying to explain the energy from being around people is darn near impossible.

[@Seajunkie]

@@StaticCamperVan Well, it is inspiring to me that you honor it. So often it is misinterpreted

[@i.m.7710]

@@StaticCamperVan I just tell people about the Myers-Briggs test. I took it as an adult while going to college full-time, working as a hairdresser with 34 other stylists in a mega BUSY salon and being around hundreds of people daily plus family. I grew up in a family that celebrated every event with parties, BBQs, get togethers! Are you exhausted reading this?😂😂😂 Test results: I was just over the line into the introvert side of the graph. It explained EVERYTHING. Why don’t they give that test in 2nd grade??😮 Saves time - from choosing all the wrong career and life paths!

[@aileenl7227]

They say if you add up hiw much you spend on coffee over a month it helps cut down. Every time you're strong and deny yourself one put the money in a tin instead. I don't know who "they" are but I did it and my hubby had to scrape me off the floor 😉🤣

[@StaticCamperVan]

Hahaha, there’s a lot of bad advice out there

[@rosemarie20]

It's scary that that bottle of ammonia looks so similar to white vinegar.

[@pokergypsy55]

Ammonia should have been in the cleaning goods aisle. Vinegar is in the aisle with oil and vinegar.

[@rosemarie20]

@@pokergypsy55 That's true, too.

[@i.m.7710]

Very scary!!!!! I hate ammonia. I would get rid of that jug (carefully!).

[@randbasic]

Run! I left long ago! LoL 😂 Nice and quiet out in the desert! LoL 😂 I don’t miss the $75 parking tickets.

[@StaticCamperVan]

You are much smarter than me

[@randbasic]

@@StaticCamperVan No I’m just more afraid of people lol 😂

[@StaticCamperVan]

😂

[@kerrylazarica5231]

Love watching your videos

[@Cornishvandweller]

I'm feeling the same way about Falmouth in Cornwall. I was really looking forward to getting back here for the spring. But having been here a couple of weeks I'm now feeling, na, time to move on. So heading to Newquay on the north Cornwall coast then back to the Isle of Wight. Never stuck in one spot as a vanlifer ; )

[@KimberlyLetsGo]

I could tell that you really like California especially around Santa Monica and, you have a good plan for your future on what you'll do.

[@StaticCamperVan]

This is an older vlog. More recent vlogs are from the PNW where it is absolutely beautiful

[@donalee2023]

Pacific Palisades, Malibu, Marina Del Rey, Santa Monica Canyon, Rustic Canyon, Brentwood, are beautiful areas to visit… Santa Monica (City) can be crowded…. Look for the positive… you’ll feel better and have more energy… Temescal Canyon park (great place to park during the day) Point Dume Malibu has wonderful views. Michael Landon park at PCH and Malibu Cyn has day parking and it’s quite peaceful

[@randomexploring541]

I thought about visiting Santa Monica, but decided on Sacramento instead. Glad I did. Everyone there was nice to me that I talked to, and helpful.

[@ameermark877]

Living on ur terms , responsible fo ur well being ,no1 2 constantly critique ur every decision becuz it affect's dem as well, keep doing u breatha , m 2 steps behind da life ,alway a gud day wen u post 🤙🤸

[@kasy343]

Hi, By the way coffee and tea contain tannins and they surround your cells and minerals aren't absorbed as well. Coffee and dairy products are the worst thing for mineral deficiencies especially iron. It's just a fact. I wonder if the coffee is wearing you out. I too love coffee. It was nice to see Santa Monica, I've never been to California. Your videos are a real treat.

[@StaticCamperVan]

I’ve had extensive testing from my naturopathic doctor. He gave me a very detailed diet plan but coffee is on the ok list.

[@barbarasummers280]

You never know about the weather in So Call anymore, when I visited my mom, after my dad died, we had 85 degrees and 75 mph East winds that blew off parts of her carport and the potting shed fell down, that was in December, 2020.

[@Bernimv]

Oh no Amonia😱 you did well to heed your intuition...always safer that way👍

[@FanteBukowski-m7i]

If you ever return to So Cal check out " The Conservatory of Coffee and Tea" Culver City. The best roasted coffee on the west Side of Los Angeles.

[@kimb3166]

Sudoku signs lol sooo true

[@LoOnTheGo]

Thank you for your humor. All these 1st world problems we have. For me, I am shopping for a newer van, one I can stand up in and oh boy it is frustrating! So, thank you again for making me smile. Usually I am overflowing with gratitude and I guess I am grateful for this 1st world problem, haha!

[@StaticCamperVan]

Happy shopping!

[@LoOnTheGo]

@@StaticCamperVan haha! See how Funny you are?!

[@sheilabartlett6044]

I get your feelings, I hate big cities and the traffic. Thanks for sharing the palm trees, I love them, not to mention the ocean. Stay safe in your travels!

[@staffordgarland9226]

The only thing I miss about LA is Korean Spas- $20 passes for WiSpa can be purchased at Western Comics on east side of Western just below Wilshire.

[@tobymeade3222]

Wow alot of 🏖️ You have to walk a mile before you get to the 💦🌊

[@TheFunkybert]

Totally agree with you on Santa Monica.. but I might suggest Redondo Beach 🏖. More laid back and safer!

[@StaticCamperVan]

Hermosa Beach was a favorite destination for years. Used to be a cool coffee shop I liked there. Safer? Santa Monica sure seemed safe to me

[@jamesdelap4085]

Oh I get it.

[@leonorlizardo9174]

Scott i lived in West LA, off of Santa Monica and Corinth. I was at UCLA, rented a house with 4 folks. Had to laugh at your signs joke. I used to take the Big Blue bus.. love Groundworks too.❤

[@barbarasummers280]

You can clean glass with ammonia, and other things, it's a cleaner

[@papasmurf1904]

Enjoyed the video! Thanx! 👍😎😉😃

[@jocelynvincent3609]

If you are feeling uncomfortable, than get out of that place!

[@StaticCamperVan]

Yes, I did get out of Southern California like I wanted kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6mkgaWwqpKia6c

[@lisahadenuf8442]

Anybody else notice the Chem trails covering the blue sky 🤷‍♀️

[@frankG335]

It's not chem trails. It's condensation because he's near the ocean and near LAX airport. Yeesh. Conspiracy folks are exhausting.

[@olgabermudez1664]

Sabor Mexicano stands for Mexican Flavor. Never seen that brand before, but I’m in another country, so wouldn’t expect to find it here.

[@markguthrie6333]

Use the ammonia in your windshield wiper fluid,cut it with water. I'm thinking 1 part ammonia to 3 or 4 parts water. BUT that's a guess.

[@hajnalkanagy518]

Stuning wiev of the ocean 💜💜💜💜💜

[@tobybryant8597]

These are my thoughts scott. When u can't sleep just close ur eyes take deep breathed holding it in and letting it go breathing through just ur nose count how many times it will relate you❤

[@tyhartline]

yup prefer Sonoma .. Humbolt county

[@StaticCamperVan]

NorCal all the way

[@WU67]

Hi Scott, i am from europe and visited LA a few times since 1994 and i have to say LA doesnt change to the good...(btw same with San Francisco) The moment when you filmed on santa monica beach was surprisingly very peaceful imo...seems a good time of the year to be there. I love California very much, a lot of really fantastic places to be...fingers crossed u find a nice place where you feel comfortable and get hungry again ;-) stay safe, greetings from europe

[@kathryntokarska1738]

The problem for me is the noise of the cars, I cant stand it! Still in Arizona, heading to sweat lodge meeting on CA & AZ border. My friend lived in van at Santa Monica this past Summer and loved it.

[@annettewess1572]

When I moved back to S. California the air there was very different. It was not the home I remembered. I was uneasy and felt I didn’t know it anymore.

[@veetoutas]

Hi. Could you please also film how you go to sleep? How it looks inside when you are sleeping or going to sleep?

[@StaticCamperVan]

I have a video that shows me setting up the van for a cold night. While it isn’t exactly what you are asking for, it does give a close look at my bed. Here’s the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2SufImYh5x7l6c

[@fitnesslady1667]

I listen how you do things it give s me good ideas as well

[@sararuiz3147]

Once I accidentally used cleaning vinegar in a recipe and was wondering why it was so bad. Luckily it didn't have any scents in it but was MUCH stronger than regular vinegar.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Oh no!

[@jasmindesireeknauer1721]

Thx for sharing. I have a box truck. They gave a ticket for parking at the park. I called authority . They said there is no street li can park on. Oversized vehicle.

[@StaticCamperVan]

Sorry to hear that.

[@staffordgarland9226]

Milano blend at Urth Caffe on Main and Hollister- soooo good.

[@StaticCamperVan]

I used to get the four shot latte at Urth. Can’t remember the name now. Urth is an awesome cafe.