RVing the ROAD to ALBUQUERQUE // STORMS, SPIDERS, RISKING OUR LIVES & A TRAVEL DAY TIME SAVING TIP

[@maggieesquivel4533]

Thank you for not killing the beautiful Charlotte the barn spider. She was gorgeous!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Maggie! Funny you should say that, we looked it up again last night and found out that Charlotte’s Web was about this type of Barn Spider or Orb Weaver. Thank you for reaching out to us. We truly appreciate it! ~ Rhonda and Stan

[@RetiredRoadTripping]

Hi Guys! We have the sticker map on our slide and we really love it. We received a scratch off map as a gift, and agree it is very messy! Not always practical, but loved the thought behind it. What a big spider, that would have scared me (Lareka) too! We can't imagine being able to go through a drive thru pharmacy hooked up. That was awesome! We just went to our first Buc-ee's ever in Texas City, Texas. We really enjoyed it. As always, thanks for the great video! We love watching your adventures! Stay safe! 💚

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Kevin and Lareka, thank you for your input and joining us. We are anxious of hitting the road again. We are in a holding pattern anxiously waiting for our new rig and number eight grand baby. As far as going through a pharmacy drive thru, that will be last time you will see that! 🤪 Safe travels! Blessings to you both, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@teachandtravel3715]

We are originally from California and now living in Texas. For years we couldn't even find Tri Tip in Texas, and least now we can...sometimes. Love your videos ❤

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Guys, we appreciate you joining us! Just smoked to tri-tips tonight. Here is a tip, Montreal Steak rub in the PitBoss a 225 F for about 1 1/2 hours pull at 142 degrees. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda 🙏🏼❤️

[@Rgross27]

Now this is a GREAT morning. I am having my coffee and watching Over The Hill Adventures. It almost doesn't get any better than this. Stay safe guys and great spider catch. I also do not like setting up in the rain. Love the adventures and always watching here in Michigan. Go Blue...

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Wow! Now our morning is even greater after reading your comment! 😂 We appreciate you guys! It humbles us to hear this and encourages us more than you know 🙏 We love Michigan!! Let’s Go Blue 💙 Blessings, Rhonda and Stan

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Thank you for taking us along on your travel days. That storm looked bad. Was praying for you. Don't when you were actual there, but God does. Blessings

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Betty Jo, You are the sweetest! God is not restricted by time so we believe He heard your prayer at the perfect time we needed it! 🙏 Thank you 🥰

[@dennislautner8709]

I look forward to your posts more than any other, maybe because I am 75 and Ann is 72. We traveled to S. America with our sailboat when we were younger, now we are exploring the US in our 28' TT.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Dennis, You just made our day! Thank you for your kind and encouraging words. We are fueled by them to keep moving forward. Wow, we can only imagine the travel adventures you and Ann have had while sailing to South America! Glad to hear you still have the travel bug even if it looks a little different these days. Blessings to you both! ~Rhonda and Stan

[@jimbrinkman9307]

We pull a cedar creek 36CK2 with our 2015 Duramax. We have installed air bags. Makes a huge difference.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Jim, Stan installed airbags on our 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 and agree, it made a big difference! He is planning on doing it again on our '22 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD prior to our next big trip in May. Thanks for sharing! We appreciate it. ~Rhonda and Stan

[@jimblair2692]

We love our Imagine 2250 RK, you have access to the whole trailer and it’s great for traveling to state and national parks. And our Reflection 337 RLS we can get to the bathroom, refrigerator and climb over the bed if need to. But, a slide has to come out to eat in the rv on travel days. We had a large Jayco Toyhauler before these two, it was nice but wanted a larger living room since our kids were no longer going with us.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Jim, thank you for sharing. We hope ours will be here on Friday. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda❤️🙏🏼

[@airstreamer]

That’s some serious rain! And then 🕷️! Thanks for showing us your real adventure.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@robertdoyen5434]

Good video that was a bad storm and big spider 🕷️. Great idea about shopping and picking up your groceries. We have a 5th wheel and hall our e-bikes instead with our kayaks. It may be too late but good luck with your search for a new camper. Thanks From Wisconsin

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Bob and Cathy, thank you for joining us. To you put your e-bikes on the roof? We are expecting our new camper any day now. Stan and Rhonda

[@karlamartins2761]

I would have been screaming when you saw the spider! Yikes! I was concerned for Stan’s safety on the interstate when he went back to get his money. Great video. We always love Buc-ees too.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Seeing that thing hanging there made put me in shock, lol! I had nightmares it still had family in the rig! That was not an ideal situation when he went back for the change. Made me so nervous too!

[@h7663]

Love your videos! Honest & real life RV experiences 👍 Top of my You Tube subscription list 💙

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Hildy, thank you for kind words. We are truly humbled. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@TimeoffwithCuzinEddie]

So excited to be along with you guys. It seems like forever since we’ve been somewhere. We are Buc-ees professionals with one of the Georgia locations in our town. You’ve got to try the steak and cheese burrito. I always enjoy keeping up with you guys!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Butch and Becky! It's always a blessing to hear from you both. We actually have been home in Arizona since October and we are both about to go stir crazy. Not that this KZbin adventure doesn't keep us extremely busy, but it can make us a little grumpy too, lol! We will be hitting the road again at the beginning of May. Hallelujah! What's next for you? Is this the final year before retirement?

[@cchambersglenn]

I can empathize with Stan on not hearing everything correctly. I became deaf when I was 45 years old. That spider scared me but Stan saved you! We would have set it free too. We believe in diversity of the ecosystems. We passed by a Buckee’s on our way home from Florida last year, but didn’t stop. 😢

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Claudia, I’m so sorry to hear about your hearing loss. Stan’s is due to his line of work in law enforcement and the tinnitus has gotten so bad. Fortunately, the hearing aids have been a game changer for him. 🙌 Stan did save the day! I couldn’t even think straight, lol! Definitely get a Buc-ee’s stop in this summer! We appreciate you, Claudia! ❤️ Rhonda and Stan

[@SueSkuya-og7lg]

My heart was pounding as I went through that storm with you guys. Thanks for taking me along with your adventures!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Sue, It was so stressful to watch wasn't it?! We didn't get video, but big rigs were pulled over on the side of the freeway and it got even scarier. Never want to be in that situation again. Thank you for reaching out to us! Blessings, Rhonda and Stan

[@stevertherver3887]

Thanks for the speedy response. We found that the Alaska Highway had good and bad spots, but we just took it easy were needed and watched out for the frost heaves. They do a great job of marking them with a flag or cone. We had very good weather which would make a big difference if it was wet I'm sure. Some people don't slow down as much as they should resulting in things breaking. Let me know if I can help you prepare if you decide to that that journey. We met up with Rving to Alaska at there annual rally. They have great content for traveling Alaska as well as Keep your daydream channel. Safe travels!!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Steve, thank you for all the good tips. We have watched most of the big KZbinrs take on Alaska. Not that would be one I take with the new rig. We appreciate you! Stan and Rhonda❤️🙏🏼

[@lorieg53]

21:52 Love the video ❤ that spider still creeps me out😫 You guys are so much fun ! Looking forward to traveling soon really miss it. Also good idea with the Walmart ahead of time order I like that saves a lot of time 😊

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Lorie! I know! We have been home from that trip for way too long! Getting excited about our travels in May. 👏 We plan on visiting my parents in Vegas before we go so we will be in touch for sure 🥰

[@lorieg53]

Sounds good. Let us know we will get together for sure!

[@stevertherver3887]

Hello! We just subscribed to you guys and are enjoying watching your journey! We love our 2017 303rls Reflection. We did a 3 month trip to Alaska in 2022 and didn't experience any problems. The access to the refrigerator, bathroom, and bedroom with out opening the slides is a must. The 303rls is truly a great RV. We will be catching up on your content and hope to see you on the road! Safe travels!!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Welcome to the OTHA Family Steve! 👏 We have to say we love that floor plan especially the en-suite bathroom! When we upgrade we want something similar to our bathroom now. We got used to all the space. How did you feel the roads were in Alaska? We always hear stories of how bad they are so it keeps us from heading that way. Thanks for reaching out! Nice to meet you 👍 ~ Rhonda and Stan

[@bobanddangsjourney]

That sure was a drive. And that sure was a spider too! That would have lit one of us up pretty well :) We release the critters too - just seems like the right thing to do. In terms of our 2500rl - I think we are going to have this for a few more years at least - I have it setup almost perfectly for our boondocking requirements now and just can't see going through that again soon. But I think for sure we will be doing some kind of an upgrade in a few years... Great job again on this video we really look forward to your content- safe travels.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hey Bob and Dang! We were so disappointed with our squeaky handle 😫 Think I was telling you about that. We got rid of the GoPro handle and got another one that seems to be doing MUCH better. Anyhow, yes this was a memorable trip, lol! We are gonna miss our “Maggie” so enjoy yours as long as possible 🥰

[@user-ek6mf8jn6m]

That spider! I probably would have squished it, but it was nice you let it go. Both the new RVs look nice. We have a Sabre, can't remember what model, 5th wheel with rear living, middle bunk room, upper loft, and king bedroom. After having previous RVs this is our favorite. We love the rear living room. The extra bedrooms are nice as our daughters and grandchildren often go with us. We have even had our sons stay, too. We can sleep about 8 people comfortably. But a toy hauler would be nice for the bikes. I just don't care for the living room area as much as a rear living.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Thank you for sharing and joining on this adventure. We are expecting an our new trailer in a couple of weeks. This weekend we say goodbye to Maggie. We love how small and convenient it was. It’s time for us to move as we decided to stay out longer on the road. Blessings. Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@artfisher1615]

When just stopping to use the bathroom, the problem is the water pump switch is on the control panel by the back door and bathroom access is from the front door. I realized the Compass Connect App lets you turn on and off the water pump from your phone. Works great! Don’t have to open the back door.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Art, You are absolutely right! The Compass Connect App is an amazing feature and definitely helps in that scenario. Glad you brought that up! Thanks for the contribution to the channel. Blessings, Rhonda and Stan

[@debyarger3084]

Have you guys ever thought about getting a Berkey? We bought the travel size and use it at home and in our home on wheels. I would say keep what you have. The smaller 5th wheel just has more height with cabinet that are way up high where you will need a step ladder to get to them.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Deb, We have seen the Berkey water systems, although they are VERY nice we don’t have the room on the counter. Thanks for the input 👍 ~ Rhonda and Stan

[@KoriandJack]

You guys went above and beyond doing a good deed setting that spider free! I don't like spiders at all! You would have seen me screaming out of the camper on that one! That thing was huge! I am hoping Buc ee's will be on our list when we venture out in a couple months.. never been there!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hey there Kori and Jack! I just wrote you guys an email! We hope there are Buc-ee's on your way to South Carolina! Seems like they are popping up everywhere these days 👏 Definitely worth a stop for gas and a snack (Buc-ee's Nuggets), not to mention all your Christmas shopping 😆 I could barely think straight after I saw that thing hanging there. I searched high and low for more friends and came up clean, thank God! Thanks for watching! ~ Rhonda and Stan

[@debbiemoody351]

Nope, I do not like spiders...but we love you guys. Keep on rolling!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Debbie, thank you for your kind words and joining us! Blessings, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@rkeeter15]

We have a Reflection 303RLS and we have a Swagman E bike rack on the back of the camper and love it.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Great floor plan on the 303RLS! That bathroom is what we are after! It’s like ours currently in the Imagine 2500RL. I call it my en-suite 😂 Thanks for the tip on the bike rack. We have heard this name several times from other reliable sources. It’s in our Amazon cart as we speak 👏 Thanks for reaching out! ~ Rhonda and Stan

[@rkeeter15]

I really enjoy your videos, I am watching one now.

[@hotladyleo]

Just hold tight. I know you're going the opposite direction but they just broke ground for a new Buc-ee's at Interstate 40 Airport Boulevard in Amarillo. It's across from the visitor center. When we were at The Visitor Center last fall they was digging up the ground online it says they're going to open February 2025. But that seems like a awfully long time period so next time you head east on I-40 you may be seeing Buc-ee's

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

That is great information!! In fact, I am pretty sure we saw it when we passed through Amarillo. Stan pointed it out! They are popping up everywhere! 👏Gotta love that place! Thank you for sharing this with our viewers! ~ Rhonda and Stan

[@tedsanders2323]

We bought the 2024 303rls last October, and we love it.fyi the pin weight of the 320 g is 2300 lbs. Safe travels

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Ted, Congratulations on your new purchase of the GD Reflection 303rls! We love the floorplan, especially the ensuite bathroom! We found it kind of ironic that we were talking about buying a new rig in this video filmed in October because we just sold our Imagine. We haven't gotten our new rig yet, but it's on its way! We will let the cat out of the bag soon! Thanks for watching and sharing this information. Safe travels! ~ Rhonda and Stan

[@juliehinkle7234]

We have a 320g and love it, but you can’t get into fridge unless slides are open. We use an electric cooler for travel days, but that takes planning ahead which I don’t mind.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Julie, thank you for joining us! We sure thought about the 320g it was just a little too heavy for the truck. Thank you for sharing! Stan and Rhonda❤️🙏🏼

[@geraldandbrandy]

We went from a Trascend TT to a Cougar fifth wheel. I was surprised how much better the bigger 5th wheel tows. We looked at the GD 303RLS but went with the Cougar 290RLS Because the solar package was so much better.

[@geraldandbrandy]

Also we have the Swaggman espec bike rack and it is rated for fifth wheels. It works great and our bikes weigh 70lbs each.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi James, That is great advice on the bike rack. Thank you for your input and joining us. I think you will like the trailer we went with. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda❤️🙏🏼

[@DebraBreen-uo5ls]

Just opened in Colorado going next week 2 hrs away from home

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Woohoo! That's exciting Debra! Put Buc-ee's Nuggets on the list 👏 Thanks for watching! ~ Rhonda and Stan

[@robertcolpitts4534]

Great video, y'all! The Amarillo Buc-ee's will be the first and only one in the Texas Panhandle. When you look at fifth-wheels (commonly known as 5ers), you will be restricted to trailers with a GVWR less than 12,000#. Take the 5er tow rating of the truck and multiply that number by 75% to 80%. That will be the more realistic tow rating for your truck. If the weights go over that, you need a larger truck (i.e., a 3500 SRW or a DRW). Using a general "Rule-of-Thumb" for estimating the pin-weight of a given 5er at 20% to 22% of the trailer's GVWR, a 5er with a GVWR of 11,000# will have a pin weight of between 2200# and 2420#. Next, weigh your loaded-for-travel truck (with everything you will be carrying in the truck when you head down the road + full diesel and DEF tanks) at a C.A.T. Scale at a local truck stop. Subtract the total weight of the truck (front axle weight + rear axle weight = truck weight) from the truck's GVWR and you have your actual remaining payload. Then and only then look at 5ers. The 2500 HD trucks really aren't suitable for towing large 5ers though many do it. You're at the upper limit of the actual capabilites of the truck's suspension. A smaller 5er would probably work just fine. Also, be careful making modifications to the truck's or trailer's suspension to improve the ride. You could be voiding the manufacturer's warranty without realizing it. Perhaps keeping what you have is a better idea. Safe travels and God bless y'all! Bob and Dottie

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Bob and Dottie, the truth is we already sold our Imagine 2500RL. We are definitely not going big but we bought a 5th Wheel. We will come out with it in a couple of weeks. You know with my background I’m a stickler about weight. Thank you for all the great knowledge. More folks need to understand payload. Rest assured I’m with in the numbers. I am very familiar with C.A.T. Scales. As a matter of fact our total length will be same. Thank you for joining us! Blessings, Stan and Rhonda

[@robertcolpitts4534]

​@OverTheHillAdventures - We had a feeling that you had already sold it when y'all did the "Now you see it, now you don't!" short video the other day. Still wanted to throw my 2 cents in for what it was worth. Oh and we wanted to mention that Rhonda got the pronunciation of Tucumcari spot on! Y'all take care! Bob and Dottie

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Thank you, we are getting a small 5er it’s only 34 feet. Four more feet than we have now. We will have to watch tree height but should be able to get in all state and national parks

[@robertcolpitts4534]

@@OverTheHillAdventures - Congratulations on the new rig! Looking forward to the introduction video real soon. We thought about getting a 5er but our new friend "Arthur Itis" is messing with our knees so the fewer the steps, the better. Dottie loves the 5th-wheels but a larger travel trailer will do just fine in her book. We'll probably just stay with what we have for the time being. Safe travels and God bless y'all! Bob and Dottie

[@lyndiruzicka6217]

Wow, scary stuff! That storm then the spider! Spider more scary to me. Eek!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

I couldn't help but think there had to be more friends hiding and waiting to come out at night😨

[@lyndiruzicka6217]

That’s what I’d be thinking too! 😱

[@myriadcorp]

First the spider would have terrified my wife. Second the 2500RL is great in travel mode. Third did you make any video showing how you secure the bikes? Fourth we traded our 2500RL in for Brinkley Z3100. You can put a bike rack on the back hitch point. The payload of your 3/4 ton is way too low for a toy hauler. The pin weight would exceed your payload. It's hard to find tri-tip in the Midwest. That's a west coast thing.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Man!! I’m sorry you left the Grand Design family. Well technically you didn’t cause Brinkley all came from Grand Design. I know exactly the one you have. Very nice! Will disclose our new rig in a couple of weeks. Can’t celebrate until it’s in the RV Garage. Safe travels in your new rig!

[@tamydoshier5139]

We put our map on a whiteboard and hung it above our door. We r in a Reflection 295RL.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Tammy, Thanks for sharing that information ! Great idea 🤔

[@Gr8LakesCamper]

That's one big-a$$ spider!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Right!!! Biggest one I ever came across. Hitched a ride from Michigan! 😂

[@daviddefrees9883]

The best cut is Porterhouse by far!!!

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

The very BEST cut is the New York Strip Wagyu. 😂

[@daviddefrees9883]

Half of a Porterhouse is a New York Strip.@@OverTheHillAdventures

[@ohioclassCcamper]

Safe travel

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Thank you Dave🙏🏼❤️

[@SandraBailey-j2x]

Just bought a Grand Design pull trailor. We have had many RVs our last was a Beacon 5th wheel. Like you we are downsizing. Hoping you can help us with an issue. I saw on your video you had a work desk with 2 laptops open. We both love our laptops and have always had issues with Wi-Fi. What do we need to do in order to get good Wi-Fi? We are older and not real computer savvy but we are not dummies either😂😂😂 We have not traveled in about 3 years. We sold our big rig and thought we were done but got the itch and saw your review of the Grand Design and we bought the 2600. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks. Sandy

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Sandy, thank you for joining us! So far knock on wood, We have been able to use our Verizon Hot Spot on our cell phones. The huge thing that most people are using on the road is STARLINK. It is the fastest WiFi for travelers. It’s not cheap. I have good things about WeBoost. That is basically a signal booster. We will continue to use our Verizon Hot Spot on our phones. We get 5G mostly every where. We had a little hard time in the Upper Peninsula in Michigan. Those folks up there are wonderful people but don’t believe in cell service. lol 😂. Hope this helps! Blessings, Stan and Rhonda❤️🙏🏼

[@timf6916]

Well sad to say, that spider would be dead. Hehehe and yes we are giving it air. You go GIRL. JUST don’t have a Heart attack. Yes and I love Buckys pulled pork sandwiches. Yeah the last time we stayed in Oklahoma all night long our phones would say, Emergency, Emergency, beaware bad weather.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Tim, thank you for joining us. Thank you for sending back a comment. Maybe you said a word that is not allowed 🚫 🤪Blessings, Stan and Rhonda❤️🙏🏼 p.s. Rhonda looked like she was about to have a heart attack! 🤪😜

[@stevertherver3887]

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[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Steve! We appreciate you being a part of Team OTHA❣️

[@cheriecooper1491]

Our friends have a 303.And they pull theirs with a duramax just like yours. We pull a 337 with a Dodge 3/4 ton.Diesel. can't even tell its back there.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Cherie, thank you! Good to know! We have already bought our new trailer. It will come out in a couple of weeks. Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️

[@jamesregister8883]

Please send me a link to your bearings video. I'm going to try and do it myself. Thanks.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi James, it is good to hear from you! Missed you at the rally. When I did it I one side at a time and one tire at a time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJrbg6usfd9oe6Msi=U9bQfOBRjcOzFN7F

[@bertkelly7650]

No grand design crap! They're having trouble with frame flex due to bad welding and won't stand behind their product. Don't believe me, it's all over youtube. Nice job on the spider!

[@debyarger3084]

The grand designs that are having trouble with frame flex are the 40 plus feet 5th wheels. Not the tow behinds,or smaller 5th wheels. So maybe do your research before you comment.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hi Bert, I appreciate your comment but it is completely false. Grand Design does not make the frames. Lippert makes the frames for Grand Design. Lippert makes just about every frame for every brand. We have witnessed Grand Design fix folk’s rigs on the spot. Unfortunately we only get to see a few on KZbin that have a bad experience out millions of Grand Design sold in America and Canada. Most of the frame flex are found on the drop frames. Most of them are out of warranty or second and third owners. Here is the problem, there is no control how much folks put in their trailer. Most of them are overloaded. You couple that with going on the highway at 80mph. We appreciate your comment but it is not what it seems. I told one of close friends the exact same thing. We love Grand Design we are buying another one. NOT A DROP FRAME! Unfortunately, Lippert has the monopoly on everything. If they don’t own it they will. Hope this makes sense Bert. If you had a bad experience I am sorry to hear that but it is definitely not the norm for Grand Design. Blessings and safe travels, Stan and Rhonda

[@bertkelly7650]

@@debyarger3084 I did do my research. Maybe you you should think before commenting.

[@bertkelly7650]

@@OverTheHillAdventures Yes, I realize Lippert is the frame maker. I'm getting my info from youtube who has many creators who interviewed many people and it seems only grand design that is having problems. Just be wary is all I'm saying.

[@debyarger3084]

@@bertkelly7650 I'm a Grand Design owner myself,so I've dug deep into this issue,even though my rig is not effected.

[@imogenestubbs8494]

The spider looks like brown widow spider.

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Hello Imogene! Thank you for your help on trying to identify this spider! We had put that video clip on our Facebook and Instagram and a lot of people said Orb Weaver?? We had never heard of one, but when I looked it up it's very possible that is what it was. Regardless, I am grateful this all happened in the daytime 😨 We appreciate you reaching out! Blessings, Rhonda and Stan

[@madrizz01]

yeah i would have been done after seeing that spider. lighter fluid and a match. hell no

[@OverTheHillAdventures]

Right!! That was a little scary! How did he get in? Thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️