Showering at a Truck Stop & Visiting Chicago in a Camper van

Showering at a truck stop in a wheelchair with Opal our rescue pup and then visiting Chicago in a van for the 1st time. We try to keep it genuine so you know what living in a van is truly like.
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[@virginiazwerts2273]

It's unbelievable that Opal is only with you guys for a little while...it is like she has been with you guys forever ❤❤❤❤😊

[@rosemarybrennan442]

Oh mom and dad how could you leave me! Opal is so adorable and love you guys so much!

[@Mary-cg1sl]

He makes a good point about picking up garbage. This is one of the reasons people living in various vehicles face backlash in so many cities. Those who leave their trash everywhere make it unsanitary and an eyesore so much so that the residents complain and want everyone removed and that messes it up for the ones who are not littering.

[@elizabethramos2668]

Aww opal is just like a little toddler,I can’t over how cute she is.❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jmcampbell05]

YOU GUYS NEED TO GET YOUR STORY OUT ON THE NETWORKS. NICHOLETTE NEEDS TO MODEL!

[@lridg45]

I enjoy so much your videos and how you don't let your disability get the best of you and I love watching Opal and her cuteness. God Bless you all.

[@NicholetteBrian]

Thank you for being apart of our journey and for the kind words ❤️ we are all as capable as we allow ourselves to be!

[@dianeorona7371]

Brian, you should get yourself one of those little sitdown scooters and you can get a little backpack thing to put Opal in on your lap

[@dorissmith9186]

Love you guys and adorable Opal ❤

[@SelectCircle]

I've been languishing all week - waiting for your next vid. And it's a doozy! 8 D Lake Michigan is rockhound heaven. You might tour the whole vast perimeter. Opal's life is as full and varied as it would be if she were part of a wandering wolfpack! You two are the perfect business executive duo - as the one is into efficiency and the other is into perfection. When in-synch - you're unstoppable! - getting things done right fast. 8 D Have you ever searched "libra libra compatibility" online?

[@smilingjacks83]

Hello Nicholette, Brian, and Opal🐾 Cheeky Opal jumping in the laundry bag ❤❤ ❤❤ 🇬🇧

[@NicholetteBrian]

Hello!! Yes, she is cheeky isn't she? lol Notice her just wriggling around in it the rest of the time I am folding.

[@smilingjacks83]

@NicholetteBrian Yeah, that was a fun moment 😃

[@ashphyllis8291]

I enjoy your videos and love watching Hyper Opal...lol

[@cindyleonard3494]

Love Opal❤

[@The_OG_Peaceloveandpuppies]

Opal is so adorable and will totally end up being nicolettes dog.... great job glad you enjoyed chichago

[@Daisy-Girl0021]

My first members video 🙃

[@NicholetteBrian]

were so happy to have you! We are getting more members so were trying to come up with ways to make it more special besides the early access to videos! bear with us and we will have some surprises for members in the coming month

[@Daisy-Girl0021]

@@NicholetteBrian Y'all are doing perfect.....I'm a member on only a couple channels and I love the story!! Followed through the surgery and bed rest and the other night I was like why aren't you a member yet Jeanne 🙃 Miss Lil Opal is a doll... Beat of luck on y'alls journey sweethearts 💛

[@sheriratliff2900]

This is so awesome. I love watching your story. Opal and parents welcome to Chicago!!!!! Enjoy and be safe

[@lorrainebuchberger9155]

Nicholette and Brian, I just love your travels. It makes me feel like I'm in the van going along with you. Thanks for taking me along.

[@irisnipper5214]

I just love you guys ❤ and Opal she is so adorable!!! I want an Opal !! You are both so amazing and encouraging for sure!!!

[@andrearoberts3416]

Thank you I really enjoy watching you guys. You are all inspiring . Thank you for showing Chicago ❤❤

[@MsRotorwings]

“If we got hills”😂😂 It’s Chicago which is flat. First and only time I was in the Midwest it was surreal to be on such flatland (for a San Francisco gal). Glad I left the Bay Area. Now I’m on the east coast.

[@NicholetteBrian]

We’re east coasters and love the hills! The flat land is crazy for us too

[@annawhiteley3128]

Your videos are wonderful. Me & partner have settled at last and can now order crystals! I'll be watching your listings!

[@NicholetteBrian]

We have been working on taking pictures this week but the sun hasn’t been great which is necessary to take photos of crystals! When they are in our shop we will update on our Facebook 🫶🏼

[@KelliDBH]

Great video as usual. It occurred to me as Brian was taking the chair off the back of the van - the video shots. It looked like you had a camera person but I’m pretty sure you don’t. I wondered how that set up happens 🧐 and would love to see a behind the scenes so to speak as to how you do those shots. I can see Brian running away and setting up the phone then running back and doing the thing he’s doin then running back to get the phone (then it getting edited) BUT not sure how you’d even capture it since you’d need ANOTHER filmer filming you film. 🤪 The bean, I gotta go look that up. No idea what you’re talking about. lol 🫘 Oh yeah I nearly gagged 🤮when Nicolette described the hair wad, thanks for that 😂

[@elizabethramos2668]

Yall are such great puppy parents!❤❤❤

[@lisacrane3143]

I watch you from UK. You r a lovely couple with adorable Opal. I look forward to your adventures ☺️

[@tonilynn9840]

Opal loves you guys sooooo much love it!!! So cute.. Your such amazing people to know... love your Facebook and KZbin... brings smiles.. I stopped once at a Loves going to my brothers but not for a shower for gas.. its so cool how they have the shower rooms and set up for travelers .. thanks for taking us along! 😍😍💕💕

[@Alwayzgruvin]

best napkin ever!

[@NicholetteBrian]

😂

[@BeverleyHuppert]

Well that was fun! It looks like a lotta work to get the shower in and the laundry! The rest of the day in Chicago looked good. Thanks for the fun adventure. I've never been to Chicago but have seen friends' photos of some of the artwork and it was nice to revisit the things you came across while checking out the city. Those hot dogs must be famous - they looked gigantic! I thought Opal was doing a great job of being a "good girl" while you two were busy disappearing the hot dogs - also seems she's already getting the knack of being a service dog the way she was running back to mom when dad took her over to see the rocks! I love the way you both take such good care of her - the way you offer her water all the time is very sensitive, Brian - you're a good dad! Next Sunday will be your first "Father's Day" - hope you have a fun celebration :) Gotta get to bed here, nighty night, b

[@christiewells6263]

❤ I’ve been to Chicago many times, but never seen where you were. Thanks for sharing. As always I love seeing Opals adventures.❤❤❤ lol too bad she’s too small for a go-pro.

[@DeeTurn-w7n]

❤❤❤❤

[@karenrn5607]

Great video!

[@misstab2869]

They must be doing some renovations on/ around the Bean. I lived in Chicago between 2019 and 2021, and there were no restrictions to access it. Maybe on another trip...

[@beverly7239]

❤

[@susansammons3012]

Lovely video, thank you. Maybe dont feed Opal your food as she will always beg if she knows there's a chance. We only give our dog any leftovers after we've finished and in her own bowl when possible. Shes fitting in so well in your lifestyle and perfect size for a van dog!

[@dianagatlin4609]

Don’t ya wonder how you ever lived without Opals love?

[@bethjensen8946]

Loved watching this one😊

[@Ginny62-49]

I enjoy watching your video. I like that, you don't let your disability get you down. Sorry I can't be a member. But I am having a hard time supporting myself and my cat Marianne. But you are a inspiration. Would like to meet you both.

[@amandamccoy1165]

Love seeing Opal run back to her momma. She loves you guys!! She is a good girl. Enjoyed seeing Chicago. Thanks for taking us on your adventure.

[@elainelipscomb1476]

Love watching you both and Opal stay safe 🎉🎉🎉

[@soraidasallette8499]

Loves has the best doggie parks too. We travel from Houston to chicago at least once or twice a year.

[@derekdestep40]

Did you get some Garrets popcorn

[@mattiaslindstrom1137]

👍🤙

[@melodieyanchik4309]

♥️♥️♥️🙏🇱🇷

[@sandy-ny2ty]

I’m from Chicago, you need to get a real Chicago dog. It was a great city and everything has changed. I retired and moved to Arkansas going on 8 years. Hope you enjoyed your selfs.

[@NicholetteBrian]

we were disappointed when we realized it wasn’t a true Chicago dog !

[@jennysterner5124]

Why doesn’t Nicholette use the shower chair?

[@Orleanmoretti]

How did you to meet?

[@shanemorley9440]

He wasn't ruining your picture, really?

[@NicholetteBrian]

it’s true he wasn’t ! Just him filming on film lol

[@peony_pink]

How long do you get to stay in the shower room?

[@NicholetteBrian]

There is no time limit so that’s part of why we like the truck stops! Loves is our favorite though

[@ninasheppard645]

Thank you for the behind the scenes footage Nicolette and Brian! I’m going to be trying out my first solo van trip to Teton National Park in Wyoming all the way from Cape May, NJ as a T-10 para so I really appreciate the know how vids! Sooo happy your chair was left untouched!! I’ve done the same thing several times! God is good!! Praying for your safe travels!!! Opal is sooo precious. I have a yorkie poo, same size as Opie, and can be a barker too, which is causing me trouble to service her. I just bought a bark collar called Dr.Trainer, which is vibrate ONLY and it has been working to train her when she’s not allowed to bark and best part is it doesn’t hurt her! Only vibrates! Look it up and try it out and see if it works for you if you’re interested.

[@derekdestep40]

Chicago deep dish pizza

[@jmcampbell05]

AND, YOU NEEDED TO RECEIVE SAINTHOOD!!!

[@DaveJ6515]

I can't believe that a person in a wheelchair has to pay 5$ for an hour parking. That should be free.

[@derekdestep40]

The beane under renovation

[@marshacorder8127]

I just love little Opal ❤

[@charmainebeatty7215]

🤗☺️

[@deangelusgrisby4908]

They were doing a cleaning of the bean . I use to live in the Chi. Go back to Chicago during the taste of Chicago so many food vendors .different food from around the world . 😊

[@misstab2869]

Yes, I went to The Taste in 2021 and have been to The Bean and Milliennium Park many times. They have lots of nice festivals and events and even ice skating in the winter.

[@elizabethramos2668]

I can’t wait to see y’all’s next video!🎉🎉🎉

[@elizabethramos2668]

I also use my pups for napkins lol it’s so adorable..

[@elizabethramos2668]

Awww opal is so darn cute ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@MelissaJohnson-s7k]

Thank you for sharing ❤😊

[@SelectCircle]

If that traffic cone got such a reaction out of Opal - what might she do if you were to take her to a zoo?