Mount Hood and Bend | Vanlife Vlog

[@Out_GalliVANtin]

Friend! You are just glowing! This whole trip (and the bangs) look awesome on you.💖☮️

[@jeffmckibben7962]

@@Out_GalliVANtin I agree.

[@amyd1549]

She looks so much younger!!!!

[@lisawestover4754]

I just love how you make us all feel like we are with you on your adventures. It really is a gift you have. Thank you for sharing it with us ❤

[@LaughingStockfarm1]

Birdie, you have such a lovely singing voice, and a delightful sense of humor. And your videography is really getting good! And I have the same irrational fear about public pit toilets. Strangely not private outhouses. The human mind is just ridiculous. 😂 As for bears…remember thousands of people hike in those woods, if not tens of thousands, every year and actual bear attacks are extremely rare. The odds are in your favor. Enjoy the life!

[@Dbellerive22605]

Birdie- all this walking you’re doing is actually strengthening your knees 👏🏻♥️. You’re doing it the right way too; slow and steady. Not overdoing it. Trust and believe that you will be thankful in just a couple short months. Ps. These places you’re going to and the views are AMAZING 🤩 THANK YOU for sharing ❤

[@LSchmelzer]

Nice walk Birdie. And you're such good company! Thanks for taking us with you!

[@gladdenwise]

If you have ever doubted yourself when you think you may not be doing the right thing...DON'T. You are so blessed!

[@lynnehicks8610]

Each of your videos remind me to stop and relish the little things so good on you for that! It seems like this trip to the NW has been very therapeutic for you. When you get back to your starting point, you should do a reflective video on your travels and how they impacted you mentally and physically. I see positive growth and hope that's the case. Like the bangs!

[@rvlifeisaboutthejourney]

It warms my heart to see you out there enjoying the parks and scenery. Nature has a healing property that can't be put into words and you are focusing on your best life by exploring. Van life is not easy, but it IS one of the best ways to explore. May you continue to be blessed by your journey. ❤️

[@JanRoss-gm9dy]

Beautiful Birdie wonderful camera Work made me feel like I was there. Thank you.

[@TEAZME74]

Birdie… I went back, and watched your first video, and came back to watch this video again. You are a whole new lady. I know you still have the well, and am know the days are hard, but you glow with a new found light. Nature looks good on you, and although I don’t know your heart I believe in mine that you feel better, and are happier🥰🥰🥰. I hope that is true my dear, and wonderful internet friend❤️

[@amyd1549]

Totally true!!!

[@Phoenix_flying]

You are so special Birdie. Don’t ever quit entertaining us! You encourage and inspire us all. Love you!

[@WaywardAbode]

Thank you so much! I hope you're doing well!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@anneest]

Great choice of itinerary! 👍😀 Don't waste your money on bear spray. Bear spray might be good to have if you hike in Alaska or in backcountry Glacier National Park in Montana. PCT hikers who hike through Washington State through very wild areas do not carry bear spray. Also it might not be as easy to use bear spray as one might think: if the wind is in the wrong direction, you might get the spray back over you. Also you have to be pretty close to the bear so that it's efficient! The best is to go to the ranger station where you plan your hike (even a short hike), and ask them if there are bears. Ranger stations are in my opinion a 'must visit' when arriving to a National Park: they will answer to all your questions, and most of the time, provide with information you didn't know about like a better view point, etc. They always gave me some pretty cool tips, for instance I didn't know you could hike backcountry in Arches NP, but it is in fact possible. Or where to find water if you plan to camp in primitive campsites (and if there is actually water at the water source). The hiking poles look awesome! Looking forward to seeing your vid from Crater Lake NP, which imo, is absolutely stunning! 🌞💟

[@giacintaah]

Keep hanging out in nature Birdie, it's more effective than any therapy I've ever been to.

[@yujisunoox]

Loving the bangs, BIRDIE 💖‼️🤘🏽

[@stephaniefinley7833]

Omgoodness, what a beautiful beautiful walk in the woods. Thank you for taking us along. I'm in Boston. It is peak leaf peeping time here. I'm heading out this weekend, and I swear I'm gonna remember the bear song and, unfortunately, the monster in The pit toilet 😂😂😂😂😂

[@WaywardAbode]

Yes! Keep your bum safe, both from pit monsters and bears! I love you too much to lose you, my friend! I bet you get some amazing colors up there!! Blow a kiss to the trees for me!! :)

[@paustinheaton]

Birdie, you are so special. I find myself smiling as soon as I see your sweet face pop up with a new video. You are truly a gift to those of us who follow you. 🥰💖

[@offairhead]

Thank you for showing me some of the places I can’t afford to go in real life. I enjoy seeing them through your lens.

[@bycaprinae]

I'm a silent watcher but I felt like saying something bc I love your energy, I love the way you process information and express your feelings, it feels like home to me whenever I watch your videos, even the sad ones, even when you're being vunerable, I don't know how to put it other than it feels like we came from the same place 🤣 might be the neurodivergence + depression combo but like, I can feel your light and I don't even know you for real, and don't even believe all that much about energy lmao, I just admire you so much. Always praying for your life to get better and better !!!!

[@tedpreston4155]

Whether we believe in all that energy, I can feel a great vibe in the comments section here! Lots of us are sharing our light with Birdie, and the vibe feels nice! 🙂

[@tedpreston4155]

The vibe in the comments reminds me of meditating in a roomful of others: the whole energy in the room is pleasant, and you get drawn deeper into your meditation than you would if you were alone. 😌😌😌😔🤤

[@bycaprinae]

@@tedpreston4155 no bc I literally missed the past few videos bc I was feeling down and heavily depressed and here is like my precious space I like to come when I'm feeling good, idk how to explain, so peculiar lol

[@cindythomas9151]

So glad to see you. Thanks for capturing all that beauty.❤

[@WaywardAbode]

So good to see you, too, Cindy! Thank you for being here, my friend. ❤

[@Lisa_S63]

I've been watching since your first video at the start of the year. You have always been an absolute pleasure to watch, but honestly, seeing how you have grown in confidence and as a content creator over that time is just wonderful. I know there have been tough days and that there always will be and I'm not dismissing any of that, but you have just flourished on this trip and I love to see it. I am so glad you not only decided to do it, but that you are absolutely smashing it. You have the heart of a lion and an adventuring spirit that has made itself known. Thank you for bringing us along, and I hope this is the first trip of many for you, and us!

[@RachelF.Nichols-kl4om]

Mother Nature seems to be healing your soul Birdie, in turn your sharing your healing with us ❤

[@sheilamann9713]

I really enjoy your videos. Thank you for sharing!😃👍🏼🎉👏🏼❤️

[@margaretterrebonne9596]

Love the colors!! Love the hiking trails! All so beautiful!

[@WaywardAbode]

I was blown away! Wasn't expecting that from Oregon. 😍

[@WaywardAbode]

Thank you!! Love you!!

[@soniaf6156]

Oh my gosh! How beautiful Birdie! Ty! For sharing!

[@wextremeart4399]

I can't walk without walking poles because they save you from falls.When you slip, you can catch yourself with those poles

[@Cindy-u2p3q]

Howdy Birdie...lovely to see your smiling face!!!!!

[@pamharrison9147]

The view is so beautiful I’m really glad that u are enjoying ur self pls safe and carful

[@dagnolia6004]

sweet little morsel! hey, hey Bear Bear🎶. as a swampie, the flat path is the one i love! that bridge and wind was scary. looking forward to seeing crater lake! i have seen people using hiking poles even on flat land to save their knees. i am looking forward to what you hate about them. love about them, and what is just Meh about them. i have heard that the first week is a HUGE learning curve; and the reason they often break is due to being thrown across a parking lot!🤣🤣🤣you are as beautiful as the nature you show us... ❤❤❤🐦🐦🐦

[@DesertAdj]

Simply beautiful surroundings! I can totally picture you with a little dog on your adventures ❤

[@its-me12165]

Such a beautiful video of the lake❤ thank you so so much Birdie for taking us along

[@thelmapeterson7492]

OMG Birdie, what a beautiful world God has made. I'm so proud of you and the great strides you have made. Thank you for taking us with you on this journey! You are a beautiful human...lol

[@djreg4]

BEAUTIFUL scenery, Birdie! So good to see you happy!!

[@micheledelnigro9259]

❤❤❤❤I'm glad your taking care of YOU!!

[@catherineb5066]

Ditto💝😁💝😁💝

[@1thpre]

Birdie, I always end up watching your videos two or three times. They are so full of joy and lessons. We've got to start smelling the flowers just like you are doing. Awesome birdie.

[@daniellavanwallinga7891]

Thank YOU for being here!😍😍 i love to watch your videos. I wish all the best for you ❤️ love Daniella from Norway 🇳🇴

[@tedpreston4155]

The fall colors have been grabbing my attention the past couple weeks. Better every day! We drove up Pikes Peak last weekend looking at the colors as the aspens change. The aspen trees in my yard are bright gold today, probably the top of their game! BTW, when you're on the pit toilet, and the air is blowing all around . . .that's the monster's breath!! You can smell it, can't you!? 🥵

[@LifeWithMicheleSilver]

Gorgeous scenery again, and you are not alone in thinking there are monsters in pit toilets!!!

[@bronwynwatson271]

Love the bangs, the scenery and all the joy you bring. ❤

[@AnnieMae031]

I am so happy that you received the hiking poles. I love your videos more than words can express. Thank you for sharing and have fun hiking!

[@DesertNebula]

I love your natural spunk! 💕🪷💕🪷

[@stephanieabbitt995]

I absolutely love your hair. You done an amazing job ❤

[@tracibagwell1098]

Hey Birdy!!! You look amazing, as always with that beautiful smile!!! Thank you for taking me along to those pretty places!! Stay safe.. I love you ❤️

[@57bebe]

i love your guided tours to the joys of life 💚 and about bears: yes, bear encounters happen and also, your chances of running into one are minuscule, especially on trails that are regularly traveled by humans. i’ve lived in alaska for thirty years and am an avid berry picker. only once have i heard what was most likely the woof of a grizzly, in the spruce forest where my friend and i were picking. she heard it too and we just continued talking as we exited the area. talking and singing are our favorite bear deterrents, i’ve never worn bells but a can of bear spray is good to have on hand. keep in mind that most grizzlies prefer to avoid human interactions too. 💚

[@lewisbale1]

Wonderful video, I love the scenery ❤.

[@GinnyPrice-g5b]

Thanks so much for the little walk. Please be safe. Love your videos sooo sooo much. What a delight you are.

[@justdawndb]

I really enjoy & appreciate all the beauty you share! I volunteered as State Park host for seven years & i can totally relate to the monster in the pits..😅 something i never got cozy with! You're doing an amazing thing sharing your wealth, making the world a better place one view at a time! Sending you a hug in case you need one...❤ Marbling is everything...😉😅

[@effimiakitsaki861]

Hi Birdie, thank you for taking us with you 😊

[@jordana72uk]

Wow I would never have seen these places if you hadn't made these videos. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us all. May you always walk such beautiful paths with a song in every step and a giggle round every bend ;-) Wishing you peace and joy all the way! After watching Jaws as a kid I was absolutely terrified a giant man eating shark would find its way up through our toilet at home 😂

[@melindagutierrez3898]

What a blessing to be able to see all of the stunning fall colors and lakes and streams!! Thank you so much for sharing Birdie!!❤️🍁❤️🔥❤️

[@janefreel9037]

Thanks birdie for another great video 😊

[@Lulu5771]

Hi Birdie. It’s really important that you Don’t hike up and down big hills until your upper leg muscles are much stronger than they are now. The muscles are your hamstrings, upper back of your legs and your quadriceps, these are the upper front of your legs. These muscles support your knee joint. Walking is great and you can hike but only the flat or very easy hikes. Also leg lifts with ankle weights are great exercises for your upper legs. You can find these at thrift stores pretty cheap, you want to start slow with about 5 LBS. check YT for specific workouts. If you do that for about six weeks or so you will have a huge improvement with your knees. This is the voice of experience and it really works if you are willing to put in the time and effort. None of us care if you film hiking, nor does anyone expect you to. Do everything you can to protect your health ❤

[@beckym4550]

OMG! I am yelling at my screen, “Birdie - GET BACK!!!!” from the edge of that 300’ cliff! My knees were feeling mighty weak! Love travelling down the roads with ya Pretty Lady!😊😊

[@tedpreston4155]

Holding your camera out away from your body makes for eye-opening footage sometimes! Apparently, walking along cliffs is one of those times! 😮

[@ksweet696]

Bangs look good! They change everything. And yes, you're right about the knees. I'm currently dealing with a hip problem and the two most important pieces of advice are: 1. Stay off the joint if its painful! (You're just making it worse) 2. Do exercises to rebalance and STRENGTHEN the muscles surrounding the joint. If neither of those happen, you are likely headed for joint replacement.😢

[@lyndarees7551]

Hi Birdie👋🏻. What a lovely, lovely lady you are!! And so naturally funny! You make me laugh so hard!!( the natural marbling of your body making you extra tasty to bears cracks me up!!) Also your observations of nature, life, people and the world in general are so poignant!! Love you babe and hope your mind allows you to stay more in your happy place!! You are a born KZbinr and you enrich so many peoples days!! X

[@rositaprincesa1930]

Thank you for sharing ❤

[@beverly4591]

I can't even express how much it makes my day when I check KZbin and see a new video from you. Definitely my most favorite channel. Just wanted to also say that I have done lots of lots of hiking in bear country (mostly Appalachia) without bear spray and have never had any issues. ❤

[@DrSandy-eu5wv]

Yay!! A new visit with Birdie!! Thank you soooo much for sharing!!!

[@sharyneyman3806]

The fall colors are really pretty I’m glad you’re there during that time of the year to show it. But I’ll bet it’s gonna be cold. Aloha

[@candyjo59]

Looking good so much happier it makes such a difference in you.❤

[@WaywardAbode]

Thank you, Candy!! 🥰

[@JessicasVentures]

Soi glad to see your beautiful face! Happy Monday!

[@WaywardAbode]

Hi, Jessica! it's great to see your lovely face, as well! I hope Monday is treating you right! 🥰

[@SherylCampbell-g3s]

Just as I was thinking, "why, Birdie, why, don't go near the cliffs" and I was feeling quite faint. Then you come in with how you feel shakey just looking at it. Phew! I had visions of you going over! Also, I use knee supports to help my knees feel stable when walking, works really well as I have dodgy knees also. I just buy cheap ones, they do the same job😊

[@tonyalamonte3288]

I Love your voice Birdie. Missed your singing. Haven’t done that in a while!

[@choosystuff177]

You are such a beautiful person. I love your smile

[@thinkingkingdomthoughts]

Lots of gorgeous colors!!!!! Wow

[@karencastle6002]

Love the colors of the leaves 🍃 ✨️ be safe 😊Love and Light always Karen 😊and Miles 🐶

[@paigefrizzi7335]

Another great video, thanks agsin for all the inspiration!

[@janetdoecke4391]

Birdie, you are refreshing, entertaining, loved, you need to realise your limits without judgement, seeing the beauty in the world is a great talent, we are lucky, you are extremely lucky, stay safe, don't get chewed on a bear! 💙

[@LOVEbeerSUNsmokeNATURE]

KEEP FILMING THOSE SUNSETS 😎🌄... They're so BEAUTIFUL... GOOD LUCK WITH THE POLES 👍🦯🦯

[@TawnH1]

Thank you for being my bright spot today... It's been a day ❤

[@WaywardAbode]

I'm so sorry to hear you're having a rough day!! I hope it gets better soon, sweet friend.

[@TawnH1]

​@@WaywardAbode it already has... ❤❤❤

[@TawnH1]

​@@WaywardAbode oh yeah... I decided to try hiking poles too! I'm hoping my Dad will want to try them, and if they work for him, I'll get him a pair, as well

[@judyconway6149]

Birdie you crack me up every time I watch your videos and it’s just amazing how you have overcome some of your biggest fears

[@sheilacaine]

❤❤❤ great views Birdie.

[@CarolMoncebaiz]

Thank for sharing with us! The fall colors are beautiful! I think the walking sticks will help! But im sure the fresh air and walking walking is also helping! You are glowing my friend! And i love the bangs! Stay safe!❤️❤️👍👍👍

[@Kristen10-22]

Birdie I too think things have feelings .. I love to make stories up in my mind.

[@Kristen10-22]

Birdie 🎉🎉❤❤ love to see you my friend

[@MyraHolland-yo8bn]

lol, if you have ever watched “X Files”, there could be anything in them ole pit toilets!! 😮 What a beautiful day! You are blessed, in so many ways, but to see the absolutely gorgeous scenery of the places you visit. You are so deserving of these adventures, AND, you are sharing them with us!!! THANK YOU ❤

[@LittleMo777.]

So glad to see you enjoying your hiking and your travels! What beautiful scenery!❤

[@sanat67]

Birdie, you are an absolute natural on video. Your personality shines through like the brightest of stars. Love your videos ❤❤❤

[@deb7518]

What I always wonder at pit toilets is how many phones people have dropped down there, lol! 😂😂😂 Don't know if you realize it, but you are GLOWING these days! Great to see you so happy! Good job being cautious about the knees. I'm sitting here with two bad hips AND a glitchy knee, so...word to the wise. Be safe out there! 😊😊😊

[@Zeldagirl64]

Good watch ❤❤

[@Rebecca-ft6el]

I’m loving the fringe on you 🥰

[@LeeAnnCarlsted-uy1fr]

Thank you for this beautiful video, Birdie. Because of my heath, I am not going to be able to go and see the changing of the colors…..the awesome red and orange and yellow leaves. So thank you for this!! Glad your walking poles arrived!! Stay safe!!

[@maryhobson7523]

“Dainty green leaves” love your vocabulary girlie! Also love your bangs, your fear of pit toilets, your awe at all the beauty and your gratitude expressed all the time❤️❤️❤️

[@maryhobson7523]

The mountain is erect 😂😂😂

[@fleck36]

Thank you for showing the colors of the trees 😊🤗❤

[@WaywardAbode]

You're most welcome! Thank you for watching with me! :)

[@Daniels723-ep6hf]

I really admire your bravery you seem so much happier than you did that first video I watched

[@candyjo59]

Birdie you can see differences in you while on this journey of yours. This trip is so good for you, I feel like you are healing even in small steps , The difference in you facial expressions and your voice is so much more lively and happy.

[@trudi0s]

❤thank you again for sharing these beautiful places with us!

[@Southerncookingbackwoodsliving]

Please take care of yourself sweet Birdie. I've had my right knee replaced😊❤ the color changing is beautiful 😊❤.

[@BonnieMartin-s7s]

Great video. Glad your getting walking poles. Ive thought about some too. Enjoy hugs

[@murielAE]

Okay if you are not a writer, you should be! You are a beautiful soul! Gorgeous views are breathtaking!

[@paustinheaton]

LOL - I thought I was the only one with a phobia about pit toilets. I also have to call someone if I need to "shudder" take the lid off the toilet tank at home. Seriously though, good to hear you are taking care with your knees. Hugs.

[@PhyllisHarmon-pz6os]

Thank you for thisvideo! You were glowing and so happy!! Rubbed off on me. I loved the foliage so beautiful. Bangs look really good on you. So glad you shared this day with us. Take care hope you have an awesome week. Love you

[@mscatnipper2359]

What a breath of fresh air to view your video today. You are inspiring me to just do it, to get out there in nature. I can't walk far at all, but you've shown me that I can immerse myself in gorgeous fall colors and forest scents with little effort. Thanks, Birdie. BTW, I like your bangs a lot.

[@tedpreston4155]

Dunno where you live, mscatnipper, but in Denver right now, the fall colors are on display in every neighborhood street, park and open space. The whole length of Cherry Creek and the Platte River are colorful from all the cottonwood trees. You don't have to go to the mountains to see the fall colors around here!! I hope you find some good ones! 🙂

[@melanieworthington4110]

Trekking poles are awesome. Pepper spray may suffice. I am obsessed with Mt. Saint Helens. I’ve attempted it twice. I will summit one day. It’s an awesome example of the destruction and return of creation! I love watching your adventures! I’ve been to these places and slept in my jeep with my giant mastiff Daisy. She’s gone now but, I felt like a run away teenager on the road ! I saw you encountered a stellar Jay! I’m doing a cross country from Pennsylvania next August and you are providing a lot of good tips and information for my trip. This will be trek # 3 ! I can’t wait! Thanks for existing ! You’re awesome!

[@tedpreston4155]

I saw a Stellar Jay in my yard here in Colorado today too! I had a giant mastiff named Daisy too: a St. Bernard!

[@BonesAndButtons]

The fringe suits you!👍

[@mackenzie8854]

Oh my god the pit toilets 😂 I have the exact same fear! It feels like a hand is gonna shoot up and poke me or something

[@WaywardAbode]

It really does! It's just not right having all that empty space under a naked bum!! 🤣😅

[@its-me12165]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😀​@@WaywardAbode

[@lezliebrown7163]

Yyaaaay for the treking poles. Bears must not be as big as deal as some of us think because look at all the people out there.. lol. But bear spray is still a very good idea. Safe travels!! 🥰💗🤗 You got some Ahhhmazing shots from that lookout in Bend. 😍

[@traceyschuster7067]

Beautiful scenery. Love the beautiful colors of the leaves. Thank you for sharing your journey with us ❤

[@WaywardAbode]

Thank you so much!!!

[@WaywardAbode]

Thank you for coming with me! ❤️

[@tracylee321]

I had a rough day but your video made me feel better. Thank you and I love your bangs!

[@elainerobertson1317]

I'm so glad you bought a winter jacket. I was worried about you when the cold comes

[@lindaclark8955]

I just love your personality don't change so comical stay safe