She's Moving in With Me… | Two Girls & A Dog in a Van

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[@Banagal]

Maddie, great news you will prepare for the mechanic's matrix. You'll probably end up teaching mechanics for women after all your studying. Hi Ellie, welcome back. We missed you! Eliza, you now have double dog duty to keep up with those two. Happy trails and memories are in the making.

[@pamelataylor412]

So nice to see Ellie again! Eliza’s sweater is adorable and so is she. Good video, Maddie🥰 thanks!

[@joyceullom8037]

“October in the Earth” by Olivia Hawkins. I would make my coffee in that beautiful tumbler every day ☕️. Thank you Maddie.

[@meandmysunshine1]

It is nice to see Ellie again! She has such a sweet smile. When I was watching your last video, I too wondered how the mechanic suddenly found a 2nd issue, after they fixed the first problem. I wondered too why this 2nd issue was not found right away. With the cracked radiator. That did not make sense. I am glad you are waiting on this 2nd repair. It did not make sense. Take care Maddie and Ellie. Have a great time travelling around. Eileen 😊❤🇨🇦🐞🐝🦋

[@Kibangz103]

New mom here. I would use the tumblers to drink more water daily. The tumbler can hold so much water and has multiple ways to drink which is convenient. My book recommendation is twilight. Can't go wrong with that series. :)

[@lindasteinbrenner8065]

Yay!! Ellie’s back! That’s so great! Have fun. Totally don’t blame you for wanting to do repairs yourself. Rooting for you! Also received my prints.. love them!! And the company was fine. ❤

[@Maddie.taylor]

This is wonderful, wonderful news! Thank you!

[@marcialovejoy9926]

Welcome Ellie. Glad that Maddie is going to have you with her. Always good as a woman to travel with someone else. Good decision Maddie about waiting on your coolong system. The mechanic i believe is taking advantage of you. The more you know mechanically the more you will save yourself money. Buy yourself a couple of cans of fix a flat. They come in handy. Enjoy your time together with your friend.

[@mitchhuested6244]

"I don't know if it was the mouse I just caught, or the one from a couple of weeks ago.." MADDIE! If you havent been in that drawer in 2 weeks, it's time to move stuff into your storage area, below the bed. If you have room, use the plastic storage bins with a snap lid. Keeps critters out. Hmmm, dinner looks good, Ellie. If you guys come up around Everett, there is some really beautiful areas around the Granite Falls area. Be happy to show you!😊

[@waynepeterson1061]

Great to see Ellie back traveling with you. You two have a wonderful time. Looking forward to the future videos.

[@FelishaMilller]

This tumblers are so cute! I would definitely use it for a coffee in my mornings! I have two good books. The mountain is you by Brianna Weist! Also the Midnight Library is so good too.

[@ExploreThe50]

Just received your prints this week - thanks. I would give the bottle to my daughter who teaches third grade and is always in need of hydration. Enjoy the journey!

[@zeesoutdoorsadventures]

Happy to see u have Elllie with u .Safe travels ladies.

[@allieplum5605]

I would take my tumbler on walks with my dogs with intention. Fav book All the Light you cannot see by Doer. Happy days ladies ❤️❤️🐶

[@lancerevell5979]

The water bottle is nice. Being disabled and mobility-impaired, I keep a couple 20 oz. bottles close at hand, this 40 oz. bottle will be good. Found it on Amazon, as I don't use Paypal. Price is good.

[@contrafax]

I love Eliza's sweater!!! She looks so cute in it. I find caulking oddly satisfying.

[@Aco747lyte]

Those bottles are super, but we already have a bunch here at home. Oh wow, how lovely seeing Ellie again! Her radiant smile brightens up the most miserable of days. I'm so happy and glad she's finding herself travelling. *big hugs* to her and you Maddie. Lovely video, I loved every minute of it. ~Wendi 🌻

[@lissagarren8998]

Have fun ladies! I would give the tumbler to my daughter who is a firefighter/EMT to carry with her through the day. I find 40oz to be perfect size for myself. Great recent read - Lessons in Chemistry. 🎉

[@Maddie.taylor]

Loved this book!

[@vandas5613]

Herzlich willkommen Ellie! It will be fun to watch your and Maddie's adventures.😊

[@raaagdoll]

Haha. I loved Ellies German cooking class. 🥕🥦🧅 Gute Reise euch beiden. ❤

[@bekimoore8761]

I would give the bottlebottle to my youngest daughter who is disabled now. She does well with bottles of cups with a top and a straw. I have many favorite books but I love The Notebook and Gift from the Sea. I know that you can replace that fan. You are amazing and can do so many things. I look forward to your next video with your friend from Germany that is visiting. :)

[@l.h.9194]

This video was edited so nicely :) so glad to see Elli back, and excited for your adventures in Washington!

[@amybennett1530]

I love your videos I'm old enough to be your mother but you are still such an inspiration!!! One of my favorite books is an old book by Wally Lamb. It's called, "Shes come undone" I would get all of my water in if I had a bottle bottle 💜

[@LolaSunRise]

The invention of the "Tumbler" is a blessing! I love sweet hot black tea with a smidge of lemon in a tumbler to keep it warm on a chilly day. Sometimes very basic things in life are the most comforting. And I would also love a good book recommendation. I can't seem to get back into that reading nitch.

[@MamaBearTravel]

I would totally fill one of those tumblers up with an ice cold drink and go out in the lake on my kayak!! My two favorite books right now are "How to Quit like a Millionaire" and "Belgarath the Sorcerer". You've totally "got this" with your van repair. Girl Power!!!

[@rupertgarden5620]

You can buy an independent thin booster air cooling fan from most auto supply shops and strap onto the front of your radiator and do a simple wiring job to power. Might have to open the hood to turn off and on depending on how you set it up. This will give you some ability to cool while you are waiting to do the bigger job.

[@bookgal]

Yay, Ellie’s back ❤

[@itsmeelli]

I’m happy to be here ✨

[@bookgal]

@@itsmeelli whoops, sorry I spelled your name incorrectly Elli ❤️

[@ThatGirlLib]

As for vehicle repairs, always get two estimates and you’ll see what’s really needed. Have you thought of the vacuum seal bags? They make some that don’t require a vacuum you just roll and the air comes out. I use it in my suitcase to make space and if my suitcase ever busts open in the rain… again. My clothes are dry. In your van it can save space, keep rodents from nesting, as well as keeping your clothes dust free. You can put a fabric sheet in there to keep it smelling fresh.

[@Torsee]

If your van starts to run hot. Crank up the heater in the cab. Run the fan full blast! Open your windows. The heater is just a small version of whats up front. It can help

[@karaleigh_eva]

EEEEK! Way to go! I'm only like 30 seconds in but im excited to see your resilient attitude knowing that you can fix the van, or at the very least try I bought my van from a junkyard and it didnt even turn on. With the help of my step dad as a teacher, I went from not knowing how to operate a power drill to fixing up everything under the hood to get the thing running perfectly. It was a lot more work than a normal van conversion, but i dont think I'd change a thing about it. Learning how to navigate the engine and properly maintain and understand it is something I'm very grateful for.

[@bettyvanwhite6745]

Your van is so cute. How nice of you to share it with friends. I'm going to read comments from your video to learn where I can learn more as well. My fear is being taken advamtage of at car repair shops. Thanks!

[@marieo15]

Great video!!! The bottle bottle tumbler would be well used on my next trip!! Hopefully going west soon! As far as books go… I love old classics and “little women” always brings me back.

[@Valerygallery]

You two beautiful girls look like you could be sisters! ❤

[@michellel6596]

My tumbler would be filled with hot chai this winter, on short drives to work and long drives to hikes in Lassen & Plumas Counties in Nor Cal, as well as drives to the rescue I volunteer at to pick up foster kitties. If you haven’t read NoViolet Bulawayo’s We Need New Names, I’d say be ready cry but also massively appreciate this heart wrenching immigration story

[@nienna9740]

I'd bring that tumbler on hikes in the colder season, because I don't drink enough when the water gets too cold. If you like fantasy I recommend the stormlight archives by Brandon Sanderson. It's a series & starts with the way of kings. Liebe Grüsse an Elli & viel Spass in Washington, da will ich definitiv auch noch hin

[@MIKEBAGS100]

Glad to see you have some company for the next few weeks. Keep up the great videos

[@ianfurqueron5850]

Great to see Elli again! I have So. Many. Books... I need to read, but right now I'm reading Looking Up by Casey Roman.

[@LSChestersMom]

@MaddieTaylor Kindness rules :) If I won a tumbler, I would take it on the road with my sweet dog Chester for some fun hikes and I recommend A Christmas Carol this time of year! Dickens = kindness and humanity always.

[@MelissaNash-kg6en]

I would use it for work as I'm a community travelling nurse and 3 books I've read recently that I loved are: Outsider by Brett Popplewell, Nomadland and woodswoman by Anne Labastille :)

[@moon_mama13]

I would get all my water in this adorable mug…I love the darker purple cup, great for a splash of color in what is going to be the dark season here really soon!! I am reading Killers of the Flower Moon…it is so raw!

[@danrt52]

I thought those repair numbers seemed a little high. Glad your community gave you some better ideas. Hope you two have fun hanging out. Stay safe.

[@joedonnelly9487]

Mice stay away from Bounce dryer sheets - could cut up one as they are pretty potent and distribute the smaller cut pieces into drawers so the scent does not overwhelm your articles. Also pure peppermint oil [use the genuine essential oil I'm told] on cotton balls and place those as well - mice abhor it

[@Gabrielle499]

So awesome to see Elli back doing van life with you!! 🚐😁 If you haven’t yet read “Women Who Run With the Wolves” do yourself a favour and get on it! Especially for your lifestyle~ it’s sooo good! 👍 I need one of those cups because I live in the city and have to use buses and public transportation and I could bring my beverage with me on the go! 👍😁

[@Maddie.taylor]

I LOVE that book!!

[@MD-wk3gj]

Kindness Rules So happy to see Ellie again. 😊 Ellie, do you have your own channel or blog?

[@CraigMorton321]

So happy to see Ellie again!

[@christinachristina8271]

Yes yay to Ellie Sweet video Maddie Blooper girls

[@ruebennomura9143]

Wow good content and you have someone to help you out I am proud

[@iridefast1]

Your van is a mobile Hantavirus Lab. Sticky traps are good because if the fleas jump off the mouse they get stuck too.

[@PatrickPoet]

It's nice to see her back

[@jamesrake4605]

Hey Maddie,glad you are doing well.Another awesome video.Your videos are very uplifting and beautiful .You are a wonderful artist as well.I go camping every year in New York State in the Adirodack Mountians,and you give me inspiration.Im glad your all doing well.Glad your friend is moving in .The bloopers at the end are very funny 😂 All the best guys !!

[@ybarray1163]

Loved this weeks video! I would use the Tumbler on my long drive to work to keep my coffee warm this winter! I enjoyed Atomic Habit! It was a great book!

[@offairhead]

If I won a tumbler I would use it every single day at work. I am a school bus driver. It’s colder than cold in the winter and hotter than hot in the summer. I also have an nv3500 that I hope to build out so it would be great for hydration on the go once I am able to travel in my van during school breaks.

[@andreaflynn1621]

I knew it was going to be Ellie! How fun!! I'm so glad that someone who means so much to you can be with you for so long! That's awesome! I"m also excited about another Bobble Bottle give away. So here goes. If I were to win one, I would use it in my classroom every day! We teachers get thirsty, and I would love to have something like that! And books - I have so many favorites, but one of the best is called A Short History of Nearly Everything, by Bill Bryson. Anything by Bill Bryson and you can't go wrong. That one is huge, it's long, but it's sooooooo fascinating!! I'm so excited for you! And also, the print I ordered last week - I got an update and they said it'll be ready for shipping soon!! I can't wait!! Have a great time on your journey with Ellie! You deserve it! ~Your French Teacher Friend, Andrea :)

[@daviddarlingauthor]

Hope things are looking up with the van!

[@WillieRodriguez-iq9ut]

Thank You for following our advise of running away from that shop. Hopefully everything will be ok. Blessings

[@MsBerries25]

Those Bottle Bottles are so cool. If I had one, I'd use it for chai lattes and coffees. My favorite book...that's hard because I have so many of them. My favorite books are the Myron Bolitar series by Harlan Coben (my favorite author). Ellie is so sweet. You guys enjoy and stay safe! #BeKind

[@bobs1648]

Maddie SERIOUSLY! Radiators and cooling fans are NOT a hard job. You could have gotten a new radiator from Autozone for under $300. And that wasn't even the cheapest one I found. 😒You def got taken... OK, now that I put my 2 cents worth in... HI ELLIE!!! It's nice to have you back. I hope the vehicle problems are done for a while. You girls (and Liza) stay warm and safe. As always, BIG HUGS from Tennessee! ❤

[@NilDreams]

Nice to see Eli again! Have fun!

[@topotone]

Maybe a new rig is in your future. Open up to the possibility. After all, it's a required tool for your work. The His Dark Materials books are an epic trilogy of fantasy novels. Ciao...all the best from us

[@georgehouse4747]

Hey Maddie you sure have been having rough luck lately..sorry about the mechanics it's sad that most have lost their Integrity.just know that from what I have seen is you are More than a survivor..but a Very Smart Person 😀..I know if you watch some videos and read up that you Can do anything you set your mind to. Have faith in yourself..I do..and don't be hesitant to reach out to people here if you have questions..I will watch for your progress 👍 TC and be safe ✌️

[@ebreevephoto]

Welcome back Elli...

[@clydethorntoniii]

I've never left comments before to any KZbinr that I've watched before, but I couldn't help myself this time. Your give a way happens to be my daughters favorite colors and she would be overjoyed having one of those bottlebottle's to drink from. Also, glad to see your van running okay again, I hope it last for a long while this time. Thanks Maddie for sharing your adventure's with us. Clyde, Long time follower. PS-Please give Eliza a hug from me.

[@kathykeys7872]

It’s great to see Ellie again! I’m glad she’ll be traveling with you for awhile. If you haven’t read the “Woodswoman, Living Alone in the Adirondack Wilderness” by Anne Labastille, I recommend it, There are additional books. They are old, and so you have to get a paperback copy. You may also want to take a look at “Root Beer Lady, The Story of Dorothy Multer” It’s another older book. A new book that is available on kindle is “Digging Deeper” by Amanda Hoenes. She and her dog paddled the Missouri River, and Mississippi River in 2021.

[@sturoc0]

Anne is a legend ! Her Twitchell Lake cabin was moved to preserve it and is at the Adriondack Museum at Blue Mtn Lake !!

[@khatrenreed731]

As a fellow female I totally understand the feeling/fear of being taken advantage of by mechanics! So great to see you spending so much time in my city :) loved the video as always

[@user-kn4mm8tx6y]

Maddie taylor...heavenly bird,fill my heart.light of life.shamim🤴🧡🦋👫🫂

[@johnhbuiltnotbought4924]

Hello. In reference to your fan, it may well be your thermostat switch. That is faulty. Research it on KZbin, it is an easy fix. replacement part from Auto parts shop or dealership .stay safe and well.

[@lofibat]

If I win the tumbler, I will probably use it as a my every day replacement for work to keep my water nice and cold; also I would use it for camping trips and any time I'm going to the gym as well! :) As for book recommendations, My favorite book currently is The Midnight Library. It made me cry and I think it's such a great shift in perspective for the reader!

[@simplybeingme]

Kindness does rule!

[@nickjunior88]

Love Ellie!!! 🤸🏾‍♂️🤸🏾‍♂️

[@harshitakumar7748]

I would take the tumbler with me to reseaerch:) Love my daily work but a large cofffee tumbler is much needed. One of my favorite authors is actually ruskin bond. His stories are very simple but very good.

[@GK49245]

Fun video. Know you will get the fan motors done properly. Wonderful to see Elli again! Have fun. Always recommend the Isaac Asimov Robots and Foundation series. Start with book 1 of 11, “The Caves of Steel”. 4 books in robot series, 7 books in Foundation series. Apple TV original “Foundation” is very loosely based on these Asimov’s novels. Thanks for sharing another wonderful chapter in your chronicle. Looking forward to seeing you and Elli again soon.

[@valappleby9960]

Wow!! Van problems. :(. They seem to never end!! Our too. :(. We can’t even find the problem. So glad you have a friend visiting. Love your Saturday morning videos. I’m betting you WILL be able to fix your van on your own. 🙏🏻

[@HCK_Cat_]

Awesome video 🤍🏳️‍🌈Thanks for sharing 🥰

[@wephotogal]

I am so excited for you two! A few things to mention - Trader Joe cookies Speculoos (they're vegan) are amazing!! Pick up a portable tire inflator that plugs into your cig outlet, they are so handy. Stay away from Slime brand, they aren't that great. And as far as the BottleBottle, I would use mine for road trips visiting my Mom on Cape Cod and I am currently enjoying Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty. Happy travels!!!

[@wephotogal]

Also - Heck Yeah in saying NO to shady mechanics. So crappy that they take advantage of women (and seniors, too). We need more women owned garages.

[@laural.4137]

So fun to see Ellie again! I hope you have a great time in Washington. I would use the tumbler for water. One of the best books I have read in a long time is A gentleman in Moscow, by Amor Towles. Just so beautifully written, it took my breath away.

[@paulkingeu]

It is beautiful and warm here in Christchurch today. I spent the weekend on the West Coast in a van, seeing Reefton, Hokitika, Greymouth

[@LiveFree123]

It is so good to see Elli again! Have fun, dear ones❤❤

[@kevinmcauliffe2831]

I would give the bottle to my wife. My favorite book is Breakfast of Champions.

[@vangoodwin7335]

Young Lady, YOU are the exact reason I am packing the tool boxes in my camper. I raised my kids on wrenching and self sufficiency. But you and many others here are correct stealerships and mechanic shops rip people off. Don't feel alone, my son has watched his incompetent male friends get ripped off when all they had to do was ask for assistance. As I rebuild this house foundation to money up for my own travels I am working on the farm owner's daughter's antique pickup when she can make it home. I don't do any work on vehicles, motorcycles included without the owner there to help and learn. Quite often the electric motor on fans isn't the problem. Thermostats, relays or wiring are the culprits so troubleshooting from beginning power to the motor will find the problems. A good inexpensive multimeter can save you thousands! I wish you Ladies good luck in your travels and cooler heads when space seems too small! You are in my prayers Hoka Hey

[@blackbearhiker1420]

Home based on Washington and exploring local this winter. Enjoy your time here!

[@dorothypaul4642]

How wonderful to see Elli and you traveling together again! And she's absolutely right. Kindness rules! Sending hugs to you, Elli and Eliza.

[@haleypalmore9857]

i would love this tumbler for work (im a school social worker) - i am always running around and the water at our school is questionable so i'd love to fill mine at home and not worry about it! one of my fav books is flowers for algernon - its beautiful but prepare to cry. love your videos

[@hashtagdag]

I would stay hydrated with plenty of water with my tumbler and actually, I'm reading "Rick Steve's French, Italian & German Phrasebook." Das ist ein Riesenspaß!

[@davidshillito5174]

Hi Maddie, really liked your video....i have the same van as you , only difference is my van is an extra long wheelbase with a fixed double bed layout. In England we don't have engines as big as the USA, pleased really, the price for a gallon of diesel in UK is about £6.50p a gallon or about $9 in USA. My engine is the 2.2 litre injection, will run all day easily at 70 mph. I get on average about 35 miles to the gallon. Your van looks more homely than mine....must be the womans touch. I love your dog....she is so beautiful and the way she looks at you she certainly loves her mum. Stay safe. Best wishes. XX David from Leicestershire England UK.

[@davidcline9547]

We vacation with our class a, I can not imagine living in a van with another person and a dog. Our digs go everywhere with us.

[@hailahafley-kluver2052]

Ditto the comment below - Yahoo Ellie is back...so looking forward to some adventures. See - all that "van problem" stuff was a prep for yours (and ours) special guest. Safe travels.... aloha Alexandra.

[@karenspokes4316]

I like that the bottle bottle goes in the drink thing in my car my current water bottle does not fit and it’s a pain. A great book is All the light cannot see, and Someone else’s Shoes by Jojo Moyes.

[@sacredstonecards9051]

Black Elk Speaks is one of my favorite books. I would use my Bottle Bottle 40 every day for ice water. Great video.

[@seajCharleston]

As a graduate of KZbin U myself, I know you can handle this with ease!

[@joniirvin1469]

If I won the tumbler- I have water with me constantly so it would be my constant companion! I’m in need of a new one too! One of my favorite books is Women Rowing North! You’d love it! Love this video, glad Ellie is back! Joni

[@billierussell2344]

I would love a Bottle Bottle to use on my hikes. Last year I started walking and could only make it a half mile. I am now up to 3.5 mile hikes. My favorite book is Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros.

[@Ramblin_Dan]

I really enjoy all the work you put into these videos. But what has spurred me to hold you in highest regard is your knowledge of how to properly roll/store a hose. Respect.

[@Maddie.taylor]

lol

[@Robin-ng8mo]

That does sound super r high for a radiator. I replaced one in my car when I broke down in the Allegheny mountains on my own for a fraction of the price. It was actually not too hard. This bottles are the perfect size and I'd use it for my adventure weekends here in the north east. A book that I always enjoy is an older one, but very much a page turner, "Swan Song" by Robert McCannon.

[@bobbythompson901]

Naming a single book is nearly impossible, but I'll go with one of my personal favs "The Electric Kool Aid Acid Test". Cool bottles, I carry water around all day, so there's always one within arms reach.

[@lorimadden9672]

Have that tumbler with me everyday ! Great read is Heartbeat by Danielle Steele ❤️

[@martindalton9372]

You can also get the high frequency pest deterrents that run on batteries.

[@laurajbrown78]

Not sure if you'd ship to Canada, but I'm going to answer anyway. I love having lots of water to drink throughout the day. 40oz is a great size! As for book, I feel like you would like "West With Giraffes," by Lynda Rutledge. And a great duology is "Dance of Thieves", and "Vow of Thieves," by Mary E. Pearson. Plus they are really beautiful books!

[@martinboyce7712]

So glad to see Elli is ok, I subscribed to her channel looking forward to vlogs about New Zealand but then she disappeared from You Tube. Enjoy you time together and safe journeys.

[@DevSodagar]

Definitely need that tumbler for water. Gotta keep hydrated! As for a book recommendation - I'm not sure our tastes are too well aligned but I'm a big fan of Evelyn Waugh, Scoop! in particular has some great moments.

[@lisafriend3923]

I would use my tumbler everyday to keep hydrated. I use am insulated cup now! I don’t have any book recommendations though because it’s hard for me to read much. I suffer from glaucoma and have bad headaches. So happy Elle is back with you, sorry if I misspelled her name.

[@luckywarriorakabonnies.1855]

Maddie you got a lot accomplished before picking up Ellie and smart move on not letting that mechanic get ahold of your vehicle a second time. Watch a ton of videos and like you said you figured out how to add electric and water system you can do this. I would use the tumbler for either coffee or H2O, I'm just starting my nomadic lifestyle at the young age of 64 and will have a lot of driving to do to get from Kansas to Arizona then to Washington to visit my oldest daughter and family for Christmas then back to Arizona to stay till May. Traveling approximately 4,000 miles. The tumbler would be useful also for hiking with my dog and 2 cats. You two have a Blessed trip together and be safe. Looking forward to more videos, hope to start my own KZbin channel as well.