She Needed it More Than Me - Vanlife Canada | LiTime Mini Install

[@mandim1791]

So sweet of you to think of Amber and thanking her with a new jerry rigged battery set-up. Hope she's loving it 🌻

[@TheLeopardGirl]

MATTHEW!!! You my dear friend are an absolute diamond, as we Londoners would say, your kindness does not come as a surprise to me because I know what a good heart you have but thank you anyway for giving the battery to Ambi Bambi!👏👏👏 I think I can speak for many of your subscribers when I say that we all worry about our sweet Amber being cold all the time so this addition to her tiny home will be invaluable!💞💞💞

[@glennarussell4682]

Friends, helping friends. That's what humanity is all about. Being there for one another. Thumbs up and love from S. California.

[@preparingthebridefaithoutr6884]

For certain, Glenna!👍🤗💖😇

[@LifeWithLeMaige]

I’m a nurse who has used gabapentin scheduled and as needed over the years and when pain comes back I restart my dosing. Always follow ya doc advise ur pain is individual to you! Stay well🙏🏾

[@rachadventuresinliv]

I use Gabapentin when I'm at my worst then stop as well been doing it for years with the okay from my MD.

[@MelissaThompson432]

I'm one of those people for whom the drug side effects are almost as unpleasant as the pain. I tend to use not-enough meds in times of pain because my brain tends to freewheel (as in, "gears not engaged") and I hate that feeling. On the other hand, maybe that just means I have an unusually high pain threshold, idk 🤷. All I'm saying is, I understand cutting back too soon. I'm that person for whom a double knee replacement was recommended in 2006. It's only become a pain issue for me in the last 4 or 5 years. I'm still waiting, as if the pain might go away on its own....

[@charlene5461]

A trail bike accident left me laying flat on the floor on a sleeping bag with the flattest pillow, (Granddads down filled 50 year old pillow) for one month, other option was to go into the hospital in traction for 2 weeks. HOME is what I chose. Lived alone so no one had to step over me!😆 30 years later, lower back goes out about 2 to 3 times a year. Sciatica is a game STOPPER! Wishing healing powers for everyone!

[@Valerygallery]

Very sweet of you to give Amber that battery and install it for her.❤ You get so many gifts from people. That's also very nice.🎉

[@sunshine47476]

I love Jeeps!!! Welcome to the channel, Grace. I have to admit, Lucky will always be my favorite❤. I have been watching this channel for almost 2 years and nothing will ever surpass Lucky a.k.a tiny home on wheels.

[@VanlifePLUS]

Thank you for the comment! I’m glad you enjoy the content still with the inclusion of the newest VanlifePLUS family member 😊

[@divinewrath3142]

Thank you (&LiTime) for helping to keep Amber toasty! No one wants a frozen coffee vanlife.

[@ricebike]

All these different company names with the same technology... Looks like SOK battery that Vancity Van life is peddling

[@MelissaThompson432]

Frozen coffee is a summer kind of thing, at best....

[@scottmcguire9618]

Ice coffee is pretty tasty.

[@MelissaThompson432]

@@scottmcguire9618 "everybody just calm DOWN!!"

[@divinewrath3142]

@@ricebike I don't know, i don't watch him. I look at it like this, if you don't like it, don't buy it. Matthew, and now Amber, are using them and like them. Knowing Matthew, if something were to change, he would tell us about it. I'm just happy for Matthew that he has companies that like to work with him.

[@kathywrightjohnson6804]

Thank you for taking care with the gabapentin. Weaning off of it with the doctor is best. I just saying dont abruptly stop taking it. Now on to the meat of my comment. It sure is nice now that you have beep beep the jeep, that you can park her inside a parking garage with he lower profile. It gives you more options. Matthew, you have the kindest heart i love how you and Amber mesh together. She is i super kind lady and i wish the very best for your friendship. I know you arent a couple but having a friend that you can rely on and who returns the effort is such a rare thing these days. I love your relationship with Sadie and Lindsey. My cousins and i are not close.

[@loretta6240]

Hi Matthew ❤ your such a good guy for thinking of Amber ❤thank you for helping her❤

[@DonnasRoadTrips]

Omg, that’s too funny seeing amber in there…😂

[@VaguelyMeandering]

It's always good when we keep Amber safe. You are #friendshipgoals! I love how you support each other. And Penny is keeping you humble. She doesn't want you getting too proud of yourself...she reminds you that YOU are HER servant and will thus deal with HER poop. 'nuff said.

[@martna1]

You have to do what's best for your body. At almost 72, I have to be SUPER careful with this arthritis pain in my left hip. I am alone and CANNOT afford a fall and not be able to get up. I have to literally say to myself hold onto to towel rack inside shower, right leg in, left leg in. Take BABY steps to turn on shower. SLOWLY walk with baby steps to towel rack, to dry off and use towel rack to get out. It's hard because I'm used to doing this without giving it a 2nd thought. Getting old is hard with no one to help you.

[@preparingthebridefaithoutr6884]

Martna1 ... please take care & stay safe, sending PRAYERS your way.👍🤗💖😇

[@Tannertraversed]

Good on ya for helping out. What goes around is all around? Only spawning dead fish fight the current!!😭

[@annewinning9723]

I like being in the moment- one happy subscriber here! Apologize for the rant the other day.

[@Grammy_Indyof2]

Oh Matt, welcome to the "I learned my Gabapentin lesson " club. I did much the same as you and now know it did not work. It was a hard lesson to learn but I think the message got thru my thick skull now.

[@rachadventuresinliv]

Great to see good friends taking care of each other. You have a heart of gold Matthew. Much love 🤗 🤗

[@unedited2716]

SOO KIND OF YOU MATT ON THE HELPING AMBER💯👍YA I BEEN THREW YOUR PAIN BUT DIFFERENT STAY ON AS LONG AS POSSIBLE THINK ON BEING WAY OUT IN THE WOODS STAYING AND BEING WOKE IN HIGH PAIN AND NOTHING TO TAKE ITS NOT FUN DID IT.PROUD OF YOU MATT💯👍

[@joanneturner4674]

Matthew you are such a wonderful friend to amber. Xx

[@jenniferlarsonjaylaplans]

Yes please only listen to your doctor and your body ❤

[@katherinespong]

Penny was grooming for her closeups ❤, she always makes me smile.

[@JoeZyzyx]

They ship all lithium batteries at less than half charge for safety purposes, and I think there are probably also postal regulations which require such too.

[@Pammellam]

Matthew, you are a down to earth person. You always do the right thing! I am always impressed with that and I try and want to do the same! You are a wonderful role model in that way!

[@TheLeopardGirl]

You're so right Pam!🙏

[@jenniferlewisharris7761]

@VanlifePlus Thank God! 🙏 That's not one you stop taking without the doctor overseeing it! Stoping it cold Turkey 🦃 can cause seizures. Surgical pain can last a bit! So glad to see you continue to improve! ❤🎉

[@MelissaThompson432]

Matthew was tapering down; it looks very much to me as if he knew what he was doing.

[@jenniferlewisharris7761]

@Melissa Thompson Yes! However, the point of this video was that he caused himself unnecessary pain because he had tapered too quickly. He got scared/freaked out by reading our comments and the possible side effects off the internet. So he's instead now going to work with his surgeon to taper more slowly with his doctors advice. ❤️ Thanks so much for your comment though, because Yes, his goal is to taper off completely! 🌹

[@MelissaThompson432]

@@jenniferlewisharris7761 I prefer not to call him stupid (because he isn't,) but you go right on ahead.

[@jenniferlewisharris7761]

@Melissa Thompson432 Oh my! I apologize if you think I was calling him stupid. I absolutely don't think he's stupid. I think he's extremely intelligent, humorous, kind, and also quite handsome!🔥😀❤️ Sometimes our comments might come off wrong through the Internet.

[@sunshine47476]

Is it just me, or did Penny look terrified to be in Grace? Hi, pretty Penny.

[@alain610]

Treat your friends as they treat you , in Amber case she needed that battery and the peace of mind that comes with it . Nice display of friendship here dont let anything break up that bound take care both of you ( and Penny of course ! )

[@Danielily1]

You seem more happy than usual in this video. I’m glad to see that. It warms my heart to see that.

[@alberttrucking1047]

Hey Matt tell her to please buy white oil base paint and a brush and paint all the rust areas I have same van and works great stops rust off keep growing and looks good tell her please❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@karolmolitor4675]

Matt, you are so nice to help Amber with her batteries . ❤

[@gloriasilva4518]

That was so nice of you to think of Amber that makes me so happy , you are such a great friend !

[@ketoauntie7301]

You are a good Gentleman to your good friend Amber & I love how you opened the door for her too. Yes, we can get Coffee Crisps in the U.S. usually down the international foods aisle. @Matthew, would you ever consider doing a video on a list typed out on the screen of what one needs to start living in a Vehicle for Winter & Summer???

[@pattyjones-kerridge2433]

I have to tell you I’ve been loving your flashback shows! Seeing Stella makes me smile and feel warm and fuzzy! Again, sorry for your loss! 😢. Congratulations on your new “baby” Grace! P.s. I did the same thing when I had my hip replacement. The pain got away from me and the dr said I needed to take the meds until they ran out and not listen to anyone else. Turned out my ex fiancé tried to talk me out of using them because, he told me, “I could get addicted to them” when he actually wanted them to sell them. Thus, the EX fiancé! Listen to your dr. Give Penny a hug and kiss from me and you I hope you feel better quickly! Patty

[@MickDickerson]

You will not get addicted when you actually need it, promise. Major surgeries, yup, you need them. People that don’t know healthcare and meds need to just shut the eff up, lol. I meant that for your significant other, not you. God Bless, hope this finds you well. 🙏❤️

[@MickDickerson]

And glad to hear, he’s an ex.

[@junepearl7993]

I had total knee replacement in March 2023. The doctor and physical therapists told me it takes a year to fully heal. I don’t have pain anymore but for the first 3-4 months there was pain off and on. Don’t rush things. You will eventually reach complete healing. Listen to your doctor and no one else (not even me!!) All the best.

[@DGardhouse]

Thanks for posting another great video

[@VanlifePLUS]

Thanks for watching another one!

[@BKAD623-hz7ln]

No matter how well intentioned people's advice is based on their own experience. No matter how similar each person's own experience is different. Doctors understand this. Good luck ✌️

[@abeach5420]

You are sooo THE DUDE Matthew!!! I always think of your mama when we see you taking care of people within your life. She must be so proud of you. Miss Amber was meant to arrive and then stay in Calgary. Continued best as you heal from surgery.

[@lynnfrost5244]

You guys are so funny when you get together

[@bobbear4437]

Matthew, In America we try to get the pretty girl 'on' the bed, not 'under' it! lolololololololololol Seriously nice of you to help Amber!

[@TheLeopardGirl]

That's why your bloody numbers are growing so rapidly!🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@jofromnyc]

It’s so cool how you are both helping each other out. Beautiful friendship

[@muhammadahmeraamer3788]

Stay Blessed brother 🙏

[@patriciasancho8239]

That is so sweet of you Matthew. Now Amber will be staying nice and warm. Stay safe out there.🚐🏔️❄️

[@tinahardy9361]

Nice toasty Regina for your bestie, Amber. Can not think of a better thank you for all she has done for you. Keep her warm this winter. Excellent Matthew. Glad that you seem to be doing a lot better. Always do as the doctor says. Penny, my dear sweet Penny, so good to know your keeping your human on point. Stay safe and see you in the next one!!!!

[@LifeWithBillSiff]

Thumbs up and its hard not to listen to comments sometimes right lol

[@mariepalkiewicz852]

You sir, are a good deed doer 😉

[@Danielily1]

That battery is very cute! And, I really like your music! That is very nice of you to help and provide for her.

[@christinanavarre8389]

Hello Matthew. You are such a gentleman, Sir. How very thoughtful of you. No doubt Amber is very thankful, especially with winter nipping at her heels. Peace of mind in her tiny home. I Love Toffefay as its called way over here in Michigan, but must admit I do prefer the original. But since we are NEW thank you for the Rudolph general mills cereal shout out. Found it, makes a great hand snak, rather than in milk. So glad you also belong to the Must Try it if its New or Limited Club😉 Pets for Sweet Penny🐾🐈🐾Pleasure as always to be brought along.....on the ride along❤ Be Safe Be Healthy and Always find Joy in your day my dear❣️

[@freedomdove]

"I need an adult." Lol. 😁 "Ambercicle". LOL! 16:23 mark: "This is a very flattering angle." LMAO! 🤣 That was nice of you to gift Amber that battery. 🙂

[@lynnvalenti9532]

You're a good friend, do what you think is best to support yourself and your channel.

[@darlene9154]

Yum, those nachos looked delicious!

[@travelinvanman706]

Mathew...i like the color of your jeep,,.reminds me of a early 70s Plymouth 'Cuda i had that was kinda that same color,.✌️

[@rajanikumari3672]

Cute little battery. On sale on Nov 9, 2023, just looked at website. Thank you Matthew for the battery to keep the Ambercicle thawed this winter.

[@odettec1]

I love the music to the time lapse! Too cool.

[@Katiedid1975]

It was too soon after surgery to stop taking it anyway. Always lisren to your doctor not your well meaning subs. I took it for 10 years, my doctor switched me to lyrica when I expressed concerns over what I was seeing online. Nerve pain and muscle spasms are living hell, do what your doctor says and you'll be fine. Don't suffer needlessly. ❤

[@patlodge8420]

Aw that was very sweet of you to help Amber with her Batterys you are a lovely young man Amber is lucky to have you as a close friend hi to penny that was a excellent shot of penny on Grace keep the quality content coming love it xxx

[@stacynoble3909]

Oh good we need to make sure Amber stays warm this winter ..and you too!!☃☃

[@clyde1188]

Awesome present for Amber 😊 You are a great help to many people Matt! Hope you're winter goes flawlessly 😊

[@nappigal]

Keepin’ it real. This was a very highly charged episode. Electrifying, no less. Shocking.

[@donnamoore7554]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@navigatingthedestination]

Life lessons my friend 👍

[@preparingthebridefaithoutr6884]

YES, please obey your doctor's orders ...take your medicine!😳💊👀. It's so AWESOME how you two take care & look out for each other ...such a BEAUTIFUL BLESSING!👍🤗💖😇. What wonderful and FANTASTIC opportunities for U, Matthew ...I do LUV & I do appreciate all of the product reviews, installs & discount codes!🙌☺️. BIG hugs & kisses to PRETTY Penny, continue to take care, stay safe & be bless'd🙏.

[@preparingthebridefaithoutr6884]

GREAT video content ...keep up the EXCELLENT work!👍🤗💖😇

[@anneberreman4267]

Thanks Matt for bringing Penny with you!

[@normand7413]

Very nice Matthew for helping Amber with the new battery

[@kimbrueck7811]

Yes, yes Matthew follow your doctors advice. I love how you take such good care of your friends and family. Your positive attitude could power Lucky, Grace and Regina! Keep it up Matthew, each video better than the last. ❤️❤️

[@planetmarrs5239]

Thanks Matt, for helping Amber.... Take care of her, she's a keeper.... she was sure there for you when you needed a friend.... Li Time should give her another battery to match that one, 200 ah would be even better.

[@TheLeopardGirl]

🗣️ "I LIKE WOMEN"👀👀 I'm glad to hear it!😉

[@jacquethirlkel3001]

We get by with help from friends! Wonderful!

[@MickDickerson]

I don’t often comment but I work in Healthcare and was going to comment on your medications. Gabby’s are designed as a nerve pain blocker and yes, some people do abuse it. But you’re given it for a reason ffs! You had a back surgery, the main nervous system in your body and you need it!! Everyone just needs to shut the eff up. Glad you’re trusting your doctor, you got this, that was a major surgery. Cheers from NB. 🙏❤️

[@sandraduffield9481]

I am so glad you thought of Amber. You’re such a great man.

[@joshreyburn988]

Ambercicle! I love it! 😆 🤣

[@MapleMarmite]

Nice gesture passing that on to Amber, Matthew. I saw a guy set up a heated pad under his lithium/LifePo battery inside a small tote. It was the kind that you put under animal water bowls to stop them freezing in winter. It drew very little power but kept the battery at a suitable temp. Might be worth considering for Regina as her floor gets so chilly. Also saw CT had a heated battery wrap in last weeks flyer but not sure on the power draw compared to the warming pad. 👍🏻

[@jameswilburn6605]

Good call Matt, the doctor is there to help you heal, everyone else just sees you videos, but are not medical and/or in you presence to evaluate you condition. I just turned 65 on 11/03, and I take on average about 17 different meds in morning and 9 at night. I've read about side effects but the doctor knows better for you .take care and stay safe Jim from Cincinnati

[@missy4cdts]

Always nice to see you and Amber together 😊 Thanks for sharing ❤😊

[@sandyd4726]

Indeed l agree with you and what your doctor decides.

[@donnamacleod2947]

Yes always follow your Doctor's orders! So good of you to help Amber! That's what friends do! Keep smiling !

[@Offdutynurse1964]

Yes!yes!yes! Listen to your doctor!

[@kimberlyobrien4677]

You are doing what is best for you 😊. I think people are probably just worrying about you because you are kind of like a friend to a lot of people that watch you all the time. But, that being said; advice is just that ADVICE. You know yourself and what you need. Keep on keeping on. 😊

[@thinkingkingdomthoughts]

Pertaining to beginning of your video…. I can not believe HOW MUCH we have in common! Good that your back on course as you should be. Thanks for addressing the situation.

[@JoFoxynHomer]

You worked your way into a position to receive and promote things on your channel. You should never have to apologize for reaping the rewards from your hard work. Filming and editing is not easy. Nor is building out and maintaining a home on wheels.

[@VanlifePLUS]

I appreciate you saying so

[@judymoyer3093]

Your a good Man Matthew. God Bless you

[@janetnegrillo5413]

That’s one aspect in van life that I love the friendships and how you guys help each other❤

[@no_worries_van]

I just love Penny😻😻😻

[@lisaking9659]

Another great video! You are a great friend!!

[@roseharber-mamachipmunkscr6552]

So glad you finally listened to the right people! You need to remain on gabapentin quite a while give your muscles and nerves and bones to heal and recover.

[@capaddler]

Way to go Matthew. 👍🏼 Awesome to see Amber has a better battery. 🍀🍀

[@suzanneethier1450]

hi matthope your feeling beter

[@garynewton2016]

nice to see Amber again and you back in the groove . Vanlife 👍

[@alvinmousseau1100]

Just keep doing you. Awesome video

[@maryayers9839]

Amber is so lucky to have a friend like you you are such a thoughtful person it's wonderful to have friends like you thank you for your videos I hope you have a blessed day and may God keep both of you safe each and every day.

[@spyinthesky7778]

Well that makes it nice of mini batteries less space and have poweer

[@SongsOfMyYouth]

I fell asleep 3 times trying to watch this video.🏳

[@delonnaaalfter7169]

I can’t give u advice but I’m praying for u

[@preparingthebridefaithoutr6884]

👍🤗💖😇🙏

[@jackieluckyangel5610]

Hugs to squeaky 😻Penny. White chocolate Toffeefee 😮🤩. Yes the CC minis are yummy aren’t they. I still keep looking for your CC hot chocolate just in case they bring it back🥰💞😘🍀🏴‍☠️

[@sarah_n_tank_girl]

If you do find it can I send you some $$ to ship here? I need to get back to CAN to get my Coffee Crisp addiction satiated...LOL 💕🥰🤗

[@jackieluckyangel5610]

@@sarah_n_tank_girl of course darling, I’ll let you know if I find it. Come back soon🇨🇦

[@naomidonovan-perry2667]

Good thing You know what you are doing!

[@robertstrohm2412]

You’re the best friend a person er girl er well, you know what I mean. Appreciate you and all you do for us man. ❤

[@riapoole2850]

I know some people have had issues with gabapentin. But, I have fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. I also have neuropathy. For me personally, without gabapentin I am nearly useless. I've been taking it for a few years now. So do with that, what you will. Definitely listen to your doctor but most importantly - listen to YOUR body. 🙂

[@boredtexas7778]

She will henceforth and forevermore be known as Ambercicle!

[@Pammellam]

I think a couple of years down the LINE, when you get ready to _build_ a new tiny home in a new van, these experiences will inform how you set up the _new tiny home_ in the future where to put things so they are easier to reach and maintain..

[@PandaLife-lp8kn]

Everybody is different, i had a buddy on gabapentin for ten years so when my doctor prescribed i was like cool.....no, wrong Doctors Practice. Turns out everbody is different and doctors rely on accurate feedback and always tell you to stop taking immediately if you have a bad reaction. This way they can suggest alternative measures. Some people like my Daughter has a wide range of allergies. People and Doctors mean well but nobody knows your body like you! As an old man i realized Health is number one, i only wish i had taken it more seriously when i was younger. Happy Holidays! Best

[@terryshaw3493]

So nice you are setting up the battery so Amber will have some heat in her Regina. Loved seeing Penny have her own adventure checking the outside of Gracie.

[@bonniejackson1321]

Good to see 💛you so upbeat and light hearted.

[@aaronthedj12]

Nachos and wings are my two favorite food groups !! I done messed up! Lol

[@dianneweaver4809]

Wise decision !