6 Years of Van Life: How It Transformed My World

[@valappleby9960]

Thats the most darling little doggie I’ve ever seen!!! He is precious!!

[@Dreamysunshine23]

He's like a live teddy 🧸 😍

[@jenniferberry2228]

It’s hard to pay attention to anything but the dog! Lol

[@franciscalemessy3498]

You can see and feel the joy she has for this lifestyle💐

[@valeriemacpherson9626]

Hello👋 Oh my word!! I had those same pants 👖 (right down to the style/pattern/& colour!) in 1967!!!! I'm 70 now and still remember how much I loved them. I adore your van ... like a wee mobile work of art 🎨! Hiding your huge fridge in your couch area is GENIUS, talk about multiple uses. Hugs Valerie 🍁👵❤🐶👅🇨🇦 PS Your poochie is adorbs!

[@MyTi824]

63 and have those exact pants too? Brought back a blast from the past.

[@robertmuckle2985]

Everything about you is special! If only more humans learned to live in the moment and just enjoyed BEING rather than WANTING and HAVING! Your puppy is adorbs🥰

[@lilyLily1824]

You both are so darling! You have a free spirit!

[@Forestventures]

This is my favorite van build, your little dog is super cute

[@straightarrow372]

I love this layout -- so open and welcoming. I also love her bedding, which just gives such a beautiful homey feel to the place. She also manages to have a lot of storage without having so many overhead cupboards, which makes the place much less claustrophobic.

[@JamesB02]

Her doodle 😍 dog 🐕 looks like a stuffed animal and he's nice and quiet 😄😆

[@JoelWelter]

I just love her attitude and how she has solved her need for adventures. Also, this is a nice van layout.

[@DeliberateNRandom]

If you want to tighten up the cargo net, just put a bungee cord across, or use string sewn through it. That will keep it from bowing down.

[@katya03316]

The van looks so large as shes so tiny... the doggy is adorable also. She makes it look so easy to live in a van

[@cindygray4533]

Wow! Storage 🙀🤔 I look at this and think this I can do, my tools, yarn, quilt fabric and clothing. Love the kitchen 💞☕ makes me wish my Tinyhouse was set up like this.

[@joanies6778]

If this lifestyle was popular when I was young, I could see myself jumping on that train in a heartbeat. I totally relate. Now in my later years, a long cross country trip to see the US is the one dream I had that is still unfulfilled. Thinking seriously of going for it!

[@TinyHomeTours]

We're cheering you on! Go for it! :)

[@chickadeeacres3864]

Good for you following your dreams and not other people’s expectations of you. Keep following your bliss!

[@lynchpinlaze]

Amazing attitude and so refreshing to hear such positivity from someone who's lived solo in a van for so long. Very inspiring!

[@gerri2941]

I really like the set up of your entire van. And your table is great.

[@Handmadebusinesstips]

Love this and the dog is killing me sitting on her lap like a person. Hahaha.

[@GodDogPassport]

Ppl tell me the same thing that it’s wild I’m holding him like a baby but he IS my baby!

[@kerry-ann.woodburn3440]

The dog 🐕 is so well behaved, so precious 😍

[@gladysbenitez5975]

❤❤❤❤That doggie is soooooo cute!

[@ellenslatestvids]

the dog is so adorable!

[@CharleneOrtizTraining]

I'm so glad you decided against hitchhiking across the country. That would've been so dangerous. Now you have a gorgeous van and an adorable pup to be your travel companion. Have fun on your journeys and be safe!

[@bobclarke2242]

As a rock and open space enthusiast I really liked this design layout and fínish.

[@felisaboettcher4448]

You are living the best life in my opinion. Nice job on your van too! Thank you for sharing?

[@ImZen4Life]

One of the best looking van builds I’ve seen. You go girl!!!

[@marshayerby3448]

Very nice 🏡. Your 🐶 is too precious. 💘 all the cabinets...lots of storage. The fridge & freezer is large...largest I've seen in a van. Keep doing you. Thanks for sharing your life.

[@gloriasarge3563]

I follow you and I am impressed with your upgrades. Your dog still looks so gorgeous and well mannered. Continue to upgrade and enjoy yourself on your adventures.

[@luvbig41]

As soon as I saw her outside the van I knew she owned a guitar. Nice van. I hope to start the vanlife with in the next year. God willing.

[@MrRKWRIGHT]

Good Monday morning Tiny Home Tours. Excellent video with super production values and wonderful content. - but that's of course to be expected from an artistic multi-talented and strong self sufficient young woman such as yourself. Thanks so much for sharing a tour of your life living and camping in the Great Outdoors!! 👍😉🌼

[@ErminioFancel]

Are you ok?

[@ellenslatestvids]

and this woman has the BEST life attitude!

[@Wheresthatdotcom]

It’s awesome how a lot of the small air fryers are also ovens and they have different sizes. Just got an air fryer at home and now that I know it’s easy to use it as an oven too I rarely ever use the house oven ☺️

[@IExpectedBSJustNotThisMuchBS]

I’d have to have a compost toilet or bivvy toilet with liners and coconut coir, but other than that, the storage in this great, allowing a lot of room for hobbies.

[@judyjudyjudy1841]

What an adorable dog you have! I thought it was a stuffed toy until she? blinked! My gosh how cute! xxxooo Grandma Judie

[@angelamayrose8931]

I love how spacious your van is doesn’t look as tight as others 😊 And I love your sweet puppy so cute ❤

[@WilliamSchober-l8g]

Hey that table that slides out under the bed is such a perfect idea for saving space. Thanks for sharing and you sound full of energy and optimism Nice to watch your video. See ya.

[@isthatrubble]

I think these videos are the most interesting, where they've been living in there for 2 years or more. it's very different from vans people are just starting out with.

[@maryabbott5005]

Was VERY Happy to see this Young woman Living the Life she wants! Such a Positive, Open-minded, Trusting and Artistic FREE Spirit ENJOYING her Journeys "Day by day"!!😃🤩✨️🎶🎶 LUV your Lil FLUFFY Companion..Real CHILL Sweetie Pie for Sure!!🐶💕 Stay Safe and Keep On Keeping On..😎👏👏🕊

[@justjanie7252]

Get a counter top toaster or air fryer oven.

[@lisafriend3923]

Your dog is adorable 🥰 I love how chill it is!

[@ParadoxdesignsOrg]

it's surprising how warm those mexican blankets can be when you actually need them! i carry one around in my transit connect. I've had it for 20 years!

[@nicolep4799]

You have a very unique, artistic, beautifully you van. Thank you so much for sharing part of your life with the world. I get lost in tiny living videos and I personally have lived in “tiny” houses my entire adult life and now a 30’ travel trailer; but the dream is to go nomadic❤. I can relate to so many things you talked about 🏕️🚐🌲as well as actually having some of the same interests🪨🪶, it’s uncanny . Stay safe & have fun & maybe someday I’ll finally get on the road and we can play paintball.

[@micheleparadis2808]

I don't know if she will see this: I lived on a sail boat for years and I used an Omnia 'oven. You need to do a little bit of adapting but when you get how to use it, it's more efficient, faster than a regular oven. You just have to be resilient and creative.

[@judithbianco5932]

Hello! Victoria, From; Annapolis, Maryland So, enjoyed watching your video Such a lovely home you made for yourself and your sweet companion🦮 Loving and enjoying life traveling just living a laid back comfortable exploring, and meeting new people My son lived in Miami Florida and decided to give up his home by a sprinter van head out on the road being his own boss living in his van, do it in for an export deliveries, living his best life congratulations!!! As I always say to my son, Stay happy and healthy.

[@wendynatter1445]

"My favorite thing is that I have the time to be present." ❤️

[@sammic974]

As a rockaholic and animal lover, your van would suit me (but not my OH) very well. So good to see windows and lots seating. I'd add a small oven and flip up worktop. One issue I have is the cooktop being set too far back on worktop. It's a fire hazard, so please be careful.

[@bonniehoover8318]

It's Lovely and you seem to enjoy your adventures. Safe travels.

[@miriamanderson6146]

Wow! I want her to be safe, successful and happy.

[@Rhetzelle]

her van looks cozy

[@mujermadura5982]

Ame el perro, tu vida es maravillosa, Felicidades por ser tan valiente y vivir tu sueños, tengo 54 años y vivo u a vida , libre y maravillosa, se feliz y mantente segura.

[@amysheffield9583]

Wow Smart love how your set up is!

[@keithrose7334]

Awesome rig... love those rocks

[@bonniemcalvin8702]

Hi, I like rocks too, I just wrote a piece (music) about four different rocks. I have a tiny kia soul and use it when I travel for work. I really like your van! The rocks look really great, the sticky tack must be really good.

[@robertallen6028]

i understand your desire for travel and experiences. the only thing that always gets my attention when listening to people like you is your approach to working. i don't know your whole situation but in this video you said you work every few months to travel for the next few months. i really hope you are looking forward to and planning for the future. van life is an inexpensive way to live but you won't be able to live the life forever. unfortunately we all get old. take it from a person who just retired, social security doesn't pay crap.

[@tammycruz8189]

Love this build

[@DeeJayHouser1]

Thanks. I enjoyed this video! She sounds cool! I love her pants!

[@Ddinformed]

I think those pants may be vintage, possibly her mom's or grandmother's. She's very sweet and engaging. Love her van and pup.

[@robinharris4247]

Dam you go to bed at 75 or 80 degrees I would be sweating my ass off no way I. could sleep in that!!! 65 is the bomb!!! Love your puppy!!!! Such a love!!!

[@FemaleVillageElder]

Get a Nesco oven. You could probably fit it in there somewhere and you would have no need to try and configure a stove oven in your van .

[@suesorensen2440]

Oh my goodness! Victoria could EASILY be my child ... animal rights, veganisim, collecting rocks, (I also have a few pine cones sitting around😉) feathers, coexist. I'd totally be a full-timer if I only I could get my spouse on board 🤷‍♀..maybe someday. Wishing her many hApPy years of travel and adventure. ☮

[@colleenscottcarmello5103]

**** There are really nice toaster ovens that are also convection ovens. they are small and just enough room to fit a regular size cookie sheet. I have one and can't live without it. I live in a house but don't use my regular stove oven as it seems a waste when there is only me that I am cooking for. why heat up a giant oven to roast a small pan of veggies or whatever.. Mine is black & decker toaster/convection oven and I love it!! You can pull it out when you want use is and put it back in the cabinet when not in use. convection means it has a fan to blow the heat evenly so food cooks evenly.. like in professional kitchens. :) cute van btw :)

[@cherylcarey4975]

Wow, wow, WOW! I just love so much about this van and your lifestyle! Vegan. Rockhound. You are one cool lady!

[@Dreamysunshine23]

Love the comfy vibe🥰

[@12Gaile]

Great van, sweet gal & adorable pup !!! 🐕🌹

[@hdtravel1]

Comfy van and Darling frowsey wags doggie. Love this video.

[@Thehonestruth]

A couple of little hooks could hold up your net but I am sure you have thought of that! 😊 I really like your van and dog!!

[@EmpressOfButterflies]

I loved the line “I didn’t used to have blazer tag” so much hahah. She seems awesome

[@stuartlee7201]

Hi from Australia 🇦🇺 you made my day comming across your vidio..

[@Mary-zd6ow]

Your dog is soooo adorable!

[@lucyxstitch2304]

Loved you video and your van. Your rock collection reminds me of “The Long Long Trailer” a movie with Lucille Ball. Don’t go too too crazy collecting them 🥰🥰

[@kristinaespes2932]

I really like your van, your dog and hearing your thoughts and ideas. How about an Omnia owen? You can both bake and cook in it. It runs on your propane stove.Take care- be happy! Kristina, 65 in Sweden 🤗🌷🇸🇪👍🎂

[@carlaantonio8799]

i love her dog ❤❤❤

[@budsabbath2055]

room looks nice and clean i like ur little rock collection

[@DorieMuttart]

I love your kitchen. I cook everything I eat

[@ernestalopez5926]

Loved your video and layout of your van. Do all those rocks add weight and affect your transmission and gas mileage? Just wondering.

[@blupoppy608]

really nice set up, love the dog :)

[@susansegal1808]

I love the mini doodle

[@tomassanesson902]

Awesome build ❤❤❤

[@marywatkins9438]

Been to 4 different universities, and lived in Italy for a year....wow! A nomadic spirit and deep pockets are a dream come true.

[@dannybryant3141]

Cute doggie ❤

[@susannordstrom5065]

Great van

[@trudyletson1264]

very nice van set up

[@kellyp2665]

CUTE, Nice job!

[@Lacirose88]

You know a Brillo pad works wonders in those hard to remove stains under your burners.

[@gregsaiter3768]

You got guts girl.

[@ritabroils6190]

How much of your 4 years have you had your puppy? He seems like a chilled dog.

[@bradellebrecht5507]

Awesome!

[@lorichaulk5583]

You should look into the oven , air fryer countertop thing

[@dross24MA]

I am interested in the front seat modification and like the concept but did not follow the "just hack-sawed off" part completely. Can you switch it around, slide/latch it, and actually have it fully usable by a human passenger (with a seat-belt) if desired? Does it still ratchet up & down and can it slide fore and aft so it can lie flatter if desired? Also, does the headrest as you are showing it interfere with the road vision of the front right corner, especially while parking or turning tight corners or negotiating narrow road/construction lanes?

[@Nanitasadventures]

the way he’s just comfortably plopped in your lap 🤣🥹

[@priscillachapman9145]

I love your dog. I love Poodles especially that color. I’ve had two little ones like yours. But - - yours has a long tail so she/he may be a mix. ??

[@DualTasticToday]

That was a fun watch ⌚️ 😄

[@DemureDelight8055]

Here to meet your dog ❤

[@evatomon6455]

Hello beautiful vegan sister, thank you for spreading the message of compassion and animal rights. You have made sucj a beautiful cozy house with all the earth /nature touches. How often do you find other vegans in the circle of vanlife group? How easy/hard is it to buy organic plant based food on the road?

[@mason114932]

I love that your vegan! I see the dog/cow pic.

[@kathbianco2286]

I saw a oven in a van into the entry area behind the seat

[@gonewiththekale]

Omg, puppy upstaged his mama 😂😂😂❤

[@lynnescaddan8919]

Thanq for the video, that's a nice shade of blue, it's a great idea being able to put magnets on ur walls. Do you have a shower and toilet ?

[@lynnecahill2859]

13:56 So I just watched your tour on tiny home tours and you’re just a sweet girl with a really sweet dog. I love how simple but clean your build is. I’m just a little bit jealous as I am the age that I could be your mom lol. But that is not going to deter me. Living the Nomadic life style is still something I plan to do before I leave this earth! I went onto your Instagram and requested to be a follower, I’m guessing there’s gonna be a lot of good pictures and videos in your gram. Hopefully a lot of your adorable fur baby! My name is Lynn be safe have fun take care of yourself!🥰🥰🥰

[@languagecoachvic3498]

That’s nice being solo

[@jerrytalley802]

Enjoying your video, COMMENT; you can get a little portable oven that sits on top of the burners I believe?

[@pmgdeleon4659]

I love you dog

[@renitamichelle8444]

Hitch hiking across the country would not have been a good idea. I can’t believe you were even considering it, that’s dangerous.