Solo Female RVer & Born Free B+ RV TOUR 22 Feet (you won't believe the quality 😳)

Kathy gave me a tour of her Born Free 2009 Casual Elegance 22 foot RV. It's made by Born Free out of Iowa and this B+ RV is built like a yacht. I'm so surprised by the craftsmanship and quality of this Born Free RV with its fiberglass outer exterior including the roof and side steps. I was blown away by Kathy's beautiful RV and the modifications that she made to her RV to tailor it more to her liking and travel style as she travels around the United States this year.
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[@storychasing]

Kathy is selling her RV (updated) 11/28/22: tallahassee.craigslist.org/rvs/d/panacea-born-free-22-casual-elegance/7562330141.html

[@guntherflume7129]

Is she getting another one ? Strong (smart) woman 💪

[@sassylady2001]

Well - apparently someone sold it or changed their mind. Link not working.

[@toriarose]

Ah, I'd love to know the reasons for selling. The link isn't working. Not surprising, because I'm sure it was way easy to sell. Especially with this video as a reference.

[@trudymaenza9672]

Sorry for any misunderstandings, but I'm not looking to buy this soon. And I would be looking in Oregon where I live!

[@kentuckylucky5762]

I wish i would of seen this earlier..i watched this video when it was posted and have searched for a similar bornfree with a chevy motor for the last 2 years...i guess she never posted it on rv trader or a born free sight😢😢😢😢. If who ever bought it wants to sell it please list on a born free facebook or rv trader

[@marychristianson456]

I drove a 35 foot RV pulling a full size car for several years alone. I was 60 years old when I started after my husband passed away soon after he retired. That was 20 years ago.

[@khismet]

Impressive. Hope the journey has been full of adventure and happiness.

[@OmertaDon]

Did you and your husband do a lot of RVing?

[@marychristianson456]

@@OmertaDon No he passed away soon after he retired.

[@OmertaDon]

@@marychristianson456 sorry to hear (read) that. Did you enjoy it?

[@schatzieboy]

@@khismet oo km

[@shannonbannister3562]

"I have no fear" I felt that! Amen! Shout out to the cross over the passenger side of the cabin.

[@anitamcgrath906]

I am sure she has a gun, 2 ammendment I am sure

[@toddcouchman4344]

“I have ways of protecting myself and we won’t discuss it”. Love her!!

[@OmertaDon]

Facts! Let someone act stupid and catch something "Hot" in them.

[@amywalker7515]

Yeah, she's from Florida, that means she's got a gun.

[@magdalenebecerra8475]

Great RV!!

[@jayne59brohammer]

Good for you girl. Why should we be a helpless victim if someone should act stupid! Its called a equalizer.

[@mrrpswife]

In other words, she is saying - try it and see!

[@craighellberg4366]

As a 62-year-old male this woman makes me feel so in adequate with my lack of skills. She is simply awesome. How cool to be so self-reliant.

[@stardust756]

I am widowed and thinking of buying rv and traveling

[@stardust756]

Love to meet people doing it as well

[@catt99mahal8]

This women is living the dream. Please stay safe.

[@bethb5076]

Thanks for introducing us to Kathy! Love her rig. It’s great that she rented out her house while she’s on the road. That seems like a great way to experience the road life without making too big of a commitment if you decide you don’t like it. Smart lady!

[@storychasing]

Exactly. It can make things a little less scary as you get out on the road.

[@OmertaDon]

Plus it provide some income while on the road.

[@DrChristopherJohnson]

Hello 👋 I hope you’re safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity and love all over the world 🌎 I'm Engineer Christopher Johnson from New York and you where are you from if I may asked?

[@justwannasay5454]

This woman is all over it. Very impressive.

[@paulav4950]

Kathy should start a KZbin channel to document her adventures. She seems like a fun person! TFS

[@storychasing]

Paula V Thank you and very well said! 😊

[@renee2850]

D T

[@rhonddayeager4137]

Yes I wish she would. KZbin has a site where solo women travel but I do not know how to view it. Any info to guide me to n that site??

[@debradodd2535]

@@rhonddayeager4137 I’d like to know too!!

[@combatmedic91-b76]

Yes Kathy you should start your adventures on KZbin include you dog. I own a home and Iam in process of selling it as Iam trying to figure out which system I should buy. Iam 60yo and not sure how much traveling I want to do. Your BORN Free home looks very nice. I first thought abought a Nissan cargo van or cargo trailer, but so many rules about where you can stay?? I see women travel by themselves it looks like fun. Born Free looks like it would be good for WA state winters, but Scottsdale, AZ would be nicer for October to May then go to WA for June to September. I live I WA state 2000 to 2001 we had lots of Rain & wind!! I think western WA is pretty, eastern WA more desert like but winters are very cold. Coldest winters are in Nebraska Iowa & Minnesota, so I would say western WA winters are not as cold as midwest winters.

[@ritabrunetti381]

I'm jealous... this woman is enjoying her life to the fullest. Kathy continue to love what you're doing. Be safe and well.

[@ginnylorenz5265]

Kathy is inspiring to me!!! Courageous, self-confidence, at peace with herself, strong, capable, independent. Very likable lady. Blessings to her and you, Amber! Love from San Diego, California.

[@DrChristopherJohnson]

Hello 👋 I hope you’re safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity and love all over the world 🌎 I'm Engineer Christopher Johnson from New York and you where are you from if I may asked?

[@helened6896]

Agreed!

[@verlindaallen3335]

I live in your area!

[@ginnylorenz5265]

@@verlindaallen3335 Encinitas, to be exact. Hi neighbor in the same county.

[@verlindaallen3335]

@@ginnylorenz5265 howdy neighbor

[@MsTemptation]

I totally enjoyed this video. I love seeing solo females in my age range living their best lives on their terms.

[@Jeaniesunshine-fb5rk]

Looks fun. But I'm 80, need

[@Jeaniesunshine-fb5rk]

More comfort and care now.

[@talcareyifill5937]

Makes me wanna do it

[@marylambert9100]

I want to join them...my goal.

[@leimakene3625]

That's awesome. Happy n safe travelling my friend.

[@KennethMichur]

This is the greatest RV I have seen on youtube. and a great lady too.

[@storychasing]

Kenneth Michur Thank you very much! 😊🙏

[@ronpreece3429]

Having a Walmart map book is a life saver, because it lists every one in North America so we set our next destination as a go too if needed, a great stress reliever !

[@ronpreece3429]

@@shoshanasadeh1266 well Cell service is not that reliable boondocking !

[@cathietonkin5577]

Great idea! Didn’t know they had those!

[@marciejade1408]

"I have zero fear"....She says this with no fear, I like these kind of people!

[@nicolassmith1278]

Hi pretty lady. How are you and your family doing today? And how is the weather over there????

[@johnvalencia7488]

This lady is on top of her camping game. #1 is have a dog. #2, keeping mum on her personal protection. 👍

[@olliemoss2298]

Which is just another way of saying she has a gun Einstein. No fear = stupid. Fear is a healthy part of common sense. Having a gun likely won't make a difference when it matters..

[@mrsbutterkup3849]

She has a wonderful setup. May she stay safe and enjoy her journey.

[@OmertaDon]

You know grandma packing heat.

[@ketsiabella4657]

Amen ♥️💕💕

[@RRW-pd6jv]

@@ketsiabella4657I o7 k⁹⁹

[@laurenandreas5950]

@@OmertaDon …She ain’t the only one! 😊

[@beverleypalmer3657]

Amen 🙏 I would still need protection with the dog

[@OlgaAlyce]

Okay, this has been the only rig that I can see myself really in. Thanks Kathy for flagging down Amber. And thank you Amber for videoing her & her rv.

[@storychasing]

It’s pretty special. I love it myself too.

[@jennleighwesson6089]

Me too. I’d switch to a composting toilet, but this is grand.

[@melindawilliams1833]

I understand her explanation of everything better than the new ones. Very lucky lady! Enjoy!

[@elizabethapfelbaum1240]

Hard to believe it’s 22 Foot! It must be the rear door as opposed to side door. What a difference.

[@LegalLiz]

I'm with you Gail - I've looked at TONS of vans - this one really takes the cake!!

[@josephrobichaud5198]

That camper was way ahead of it's time! I admire this wonderful lady having the guts to try something different!

[@storychasing]

Joseph Robichaud 😊 It's too bad they didn't stay in business this for the current surge!

[@josephrobichaud5198]

@@storychasing I agree 110%, if we all could have had a crystal ball. Everyone including me complains about the high prices of a new campers. There's Born Frees, Scamps, Casida's, Air Streams just to name a few that are being sold 20 years later that at the time seemed over priced for more then then they sold for new just because the roof did not leak and destroy the trailer. Look on Craigslist there's trailers 10 years old being sold as scrap just because of roof leaks.

[@pafcaf]

I love the way the dog is just sitting there staring out the window. This is great living. I can't imagine nomad life in anything smaller. She's done a great job on this vehicle.

[@DrChristopherJohnson]

Hello 👋 I hope you’re safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity and love all over the world 🌎 I'm Engineer Christopher Johnson from New York and you where are you from if I may asked?

[@verlindaallen3335]

I agree. I could do life in that rv!

[@thorceltic]

Prepare yourself for the winter in the desert. It can get cold, most people think the opposite. You'll be surprised.

[@MsTemptation]

I love that Kathy is fearless and that she did her research before becoming a RVer.

[@OmertaDon]

And she packing heat.

[@cassthegodslayer3372]

@@OmertaDon but she doesn't wanna talk about it 😤

[@Cadairaz]

@@cassthegodslayer3372 lmao right

[@rhonddayeager4137]

I love to see how these creative women come up with so delightful ideas. I can hardly wait til I get mine back and get back " on the road again"...thanks ladies for sharing....

[@nancyskean6425]

Many thanks to Kathy for showing us her rig. She seems like someone you would like to spend time with around a campfire. Safe travels to you both.

[@storychasing]

Nancy Skean 😊 Absolutely. I'm hoping to catch up with her along the coast.

[@liliacelio8349]

Swell, you are so independent and appears to be having fun travelling. The LORD protects while dashing around the US.

[@beverlywaits7663]

Yes 😊👍🏾👍🏾❤️

[@DrChristopherJohnson]

Hello 👋 I hope you’re safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity and love all over the world 🌎 I'm Engineer Christopher Johnson from New York and you where are you from if I may asked?

[@rrhopewell]

Very nice camper. She did what I would do with the couch area. She’s just precious.

[@storychasing]

Ramona Hopewell Thank you and very well said! 😊

[@amyluukkonen5651]

a day before I pick up my rig to go full time rving I find out my travel partner is not coming along. So - this was a God-send! Kathy's positive fearless attitude is helping me get through this night when I want to cancel all my plans. I used to be fearless but life often shakes us up enough where we need to rebuild our threshold for adventure. HOpe we meet on the road someday!

[@DrChristopherJohnson]

Hello 👋 I hope you’re safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity and love all over the world 🌎 I'm Engineer Christopher Johnson from New York and you where are you from if I may asked?

[@tammy3458]

I guess destiny had different plans for u! I wish u the most amazing adventure & hope u continue to follow ur dream:)

[@nmartin5551]

Hi Amy - Well. Unless you know the guy who wrote to this comment, roll on by that! I hope you get on the road. Perhaps your partner will join you occasionally. Or not! But you can do it!

[@StormyMonday0896]

Don't let others fears and limitations impact your life

[@luv2jazz]

One of the best kitchens I have seen in a unit of this size.

[@catdi5714]

Gosh I love her camper. It is so well built. Very classy. Thanks Kathy and Amber.

[@storychasing]

Our pleasure!

[@rosaliamartinez8956]

Boy this lady knows her R.V . Very nice !

[@nancyjanzen5676]

When I was on the road I traveled with a dog. He was quite able to defend our small space.

[@nadenedye5473]

Kathy, that was the best ride I’ve seen for a single person to go traveling in! I love ❤️ it! Be safe and enjoy your trip!

[@TeeSpicerReacts]

Kathy looks so much like my late Mom! And she has her personality to boot, weird and heartwarming all at the same time. Wonderful lady! If she had her own KZbin channel, I would definitely follow her adventures!

[@LadyPenelope]

Dang, this camper has it all! I'd feel so safe in that RV. They thought of everything!! Thanks for the tour!!

[@storychasing]

You’re so welcome. Yeah it’s a pretty sweet ride.

[@miniskooliewanda]

Only 3 minutes into the video and I already love Kathy! I love that she refuses to live in fear...and that she won't share what precautions and safeties she's got in place (I always shake my head when I watch videos and people say on camera what they have in place). Ok, going to watch the rest of the vlog now ☺

[@pdq5465]

I agree. It amazes me when people reveal safety systems that really should be kept private. It also surprises me when people show their hidden storage spots for valuables. Kind of defeats the purpose, doesn’t it?

[@miniskooliewanda]

@@pdq5465 exactly right! 🤷😊

[@3SpoiledDonkeys]

Agree 💯

[@StarsHallow]

YES! Can you imagine the stories she could tell by going on this adventure and others. Good for her for not letting fear stop her travels.

[@lucanolallo1776]

Her bodyguard stays in the baggage area

[@bigtexnick2188]

that is one decked out rig, its crazy how cozy and home-like that is

[@mariacperez-fondon543]

This is the safest conversion I have ever seen. It feels also super cosy. Well done Kathy 👏

[@TinaRice4]

I love her BEAUTIFUL Furbaby Travel Companion! 🐾💓🐾

[@sandrap3047]

What a cool lady! Love her RV! So glad she put a note on your door & yelled at you on the trolley! lol Thanks for sharing Amber & Kathy!

[@storychasing]

Me too! She's a gem!

[@tyson1fan487]

This is Wheel Estate at its finest! I would love to have something like this. Great video!

[@kimtolliver8923]

Beautiful God bless you be safe will be praying.

[@nclare7]

Why don't we all just live in one of those!? Who needs a giant house. That thing has absolutely everything I would need to be happy.

[@kateburk2168]

@ N Nooch ...happy AND comfortable. This rig could even fit another adult in it! Perfect for any Queen Captain of a land-yacht!😎

[@duncanidaho2097]

If you are a small person living as an minimalist with no hobbies, sure.

[@Dreamysunshine23]

I'm down! 🥰

[@clovermark39]

Would love too but I dONt drive and seems they are making things tougher over here in UK 🇬🇧! Great RV.

[@timmymendenhall1275]

Me too !

[@anajohnson5178]

I'm impressed how this lady is so organized and clean! She doesn't like to use the inside shower to not make it dirty! Very nice RV!

[@theroadhome_Liz_Summers]

Loved this!! Beautiful RV and lovely Kathy! I do want to add my thoughts about #2 in the toilet ... gah ... alert ... more about toilet issues than you might want to know! Anyway, I have lived and travelled in my 33 foot Winnebago Adventurer ... 8 months plus full time as well as a lot of 3-4 month, and assorted travels over 16 years. So ... poop does not remain solid if there is plenty of water :) ... and if you routinely dump black and then gray, the gray cleans the hose. I have never had an issue with a smelly hose ... really! And actually, the gray water smells worse than the black. One thing I do, is I do not put tp or anything other than what exits my body into the tank. I have a flip lid waste can, but after adding a bidet attachment to my home toilet, I thought ... huh, I could use the toilet cleaning thing to have bidet in the motorhome ... wash, don't wipe and you will never go back. There ... much, much more than you wanted to know, probably.

[@annazrelli4487]

Really enjoy these interviews that you do. Its great to see how differently people choose to live on the road. "Refuse to live in fear" - love that! 😊

[@storychasing]

Glad you like them Anna!

[@audreycarroll9146]

Go Kathy! You’re my age, and I promise everyone I know that if I EVER move again, it will absolutely be a life of freedom on the road. Best of luck to you!

[@rhonddayeager4137]

How old young are you ladies if you don't mind me asking.

[@janismink4282]

Great interview of a down to earth fearsome fellow traveler. Loved Kathy’s attitude about life and her rig. Thanks to both of you ladies.

[@storychasing]

Glad you enjoyed it and I totally agree. She's a pretty courageous woman and loved getting to meet her and share her story.

[@barbaraharris9191]

@@shanoz50 ?

[@terryhuffaker3615]

Down to Earth and fearless..

[@nonyabizness.original]

yes, excellent tour by this channel!

[@agcopeland9586]

I like her bravery that she doesn't allow fear to control her. And I really like the outdoor shower a lot!!!

[@bearbirdnjungle]

All those who wander aren't lost. Kathy, sending many blessings for an amazing voyage. Luv your rig! Ty Amber. Your content is great.

[@timmymendenhall1275]

This is my favorite RV of all time. I love all the awesome features and the safety. I realize it's rare but hope to find one like it some day.

[@DrChristopherJohnson]

Hello 👋 I hope you’re safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity and love all over the world 🌎 I'm Engineer Christopher Johnson from New York and you where are you from if I may asked?

[@helened6896]

I agree it's so special.

[@jay0726]

This lady is a ROCKSTAR!"

[@roseburke3962]

Fantastic lady! Glad she is able to have the life she likes. Hopefully all out there will keep a lookout for her safety. Take care wonder woman.

[@DrChristopherJohnson]

Hello 👋 I hope you’re safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity and love all over the world I'm Engineer Christopher Johnson from New York and you where are you from if I may asked?

[@lasinmt106]

Love Kathy. Thank you both for this video. I've been camping for over 50 years solo female and my hubby of 51 years is not a camper. I just bought my first USED RV a 21 foot B+. It's going to be a new challenge for me for sure. I looked at a few Born Free B's but never was able to nail one. Living in rural MT has made it a big challenge in securing a sale. However when I wasn't looking one came along two weeks ago and a neighbor drove me the 10 hours one way to pick it up and of course back with me driving it back. An older B+. Though I tell people I will feel no more safer in an RV than I did in a tent and perhaps a wee less. I mean really I can't slit a wall and escape if need be. I have gal friends now saying they will camp with me but never in a tent. I did have girl friends who did on occasion camp with me in a tent. Including a 78 year old for 14 days. I turned my Mom into a tent camper in my college days in the 70's. I'm keeping my tents for now. Mind you like Kath I stay aware and alert and I feel I can protect myself if need be. And like Kath I do not share openly what those are. My Mini-Mo has a few blemishes to be taken care of. No accidents but her age and lack of some TLC over the years needs attention. She came with new tires, new microwave, new kitchen faucet etc. A wet bath I was hoping to nail one with the shower space but I also knew I would probably end up compromising and sure enough that's one of them. Love the quality Kathy's unit has. Happy she's such an enterprising and fearless lady. But to be fair to all those ladies I've run across over the years of all ages there are a lot of us out there camping in tents, RV's and in between. I was told last year while enjoying my favorite campsite that I was the 4th single lady that year by the camp host. Mind you never had a camp host before over the 20 years of camping there on and off. But Lizzy from AR was traveling to this neck of the woods in MT every summer in her then 3rd converted Van she said her son in CO would help her convert to a camper and she was in her 80's. She too favored that campsite. Lots of shade pretty private only one other campsite across a creek and no shared lane. A pretty new outhouse across the road and so made that easy to enjoy too. So here's to all the ladies who love to camp. Many of do have husbands and significant others who aren't into it. I sense my life is changing....and yes it's good to grow at any age. I've got a few cold months left to reupholstery and do work that isn't dependent on warmer temps. This was just one of those Gems to run across here on KZbin today. Great job and happy camping everyone.

[@leahcochrane7495]

We did it! We found our Born Free rv! we haven't picked it up yet because we have to go to Ohio to get it, but we are sooo excited! We were so impressed by the Born Free units we saw on KZbin. We'd looked at Bs and considered truck campers but we would have had to buy a truck...So soon we will be driving a 24' Born Free 2006 on a Ford 450, in perfect condition. It's considered a Class C. So thanks for helping us to find our rig.

[@marilynnfowler1030]

This is I think, one of the nicest mobile homes, campers I have ever seen. I love it. I need to look for one of these lol!!! Thanks for the tour!!

[@storychasing]

Glad you like it!

[@wildstory2718]

Google revealed Rv company went out of business in 2017. Maybe another company purchased?

[@asphaltgypsy868]

@@wildstory2718 I'm ever hopeful that they will reopen BORN FREE! Top of the line RV!!

[@Carmencita1464]

I love it 🥰. Omg this lady is so sweet and her rig is more Han enough for one person and of course a companion dog. She claimed the front seat lol funny. Nice interview Amber 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@wesleypedro1644]

Hello Carmen. How are you doing?

[@howardkepple5623]

Wow really nice RV glad to see she’s enjoying herself.

[@storychasing]

Me too!

[@waynegross2113]

I love the Born Free model! Just beautiful! I like how she took the couch out and put in the twin matress, good call!

[@itsrob2321]

That is an awesome RV! I love how Kathy is so resourceful and positive! Well done, ladies!

[@pamt6829]

Loved those RV’s, wish they still made them.

[@sharonanspach2734]

dang! i really liked her camper and her modifications!

[@storychasing]

Sharon Anspach 😊 Pretty spiffy!

[@mitzioden4926]

What a cool rv! Kathy is lucky to have found it, and generous to let you give us a tour. Thank you!

[@wesleypedro1644]

Hello Mitzi.. How are you doing today?

[@barbaralongeway3911]

Our first motorhome was a Born Free 24ft Rear Bath. Loved it!! We actually used our bathroom, both for showering and . . . well, you know. Did several years of research before buying it. The build quality and safety features were the deciding points. The founder of Born Free, John Dodgen, and his wife actually rolled their Born Free down an embankment while on a night trip. They were standing by the roadside when the emergency vehicles arrived. Totalled the Born Free, but they were saved by the roll bars. It's so sad that Born Free is no longer in business. :-(

[@annfashaw9270]

Well Darn. There’s my answer. I was scrolling thru comments to see some info on the Born Free before googling the company.

[@ellfling924]

What is a roll bar?

[@barbaralongeway1463]

@@ellfling924 Have you seen a NASCAR or Formula 1 racecar? They have metal structural bars that surround the drivers to protect them from being crushed in a rollover. That's why they're called roll bars.

[@lindasteinbrenner8065]

What a magnificent RV! And what a lovely, gracious lady! So glad to see someone that is close to my age group having such an adventure! ❤️

[@debraambrose7008]

Yes, this is something I have been wanting to do for awhile now. It's very encouraging. TY

[@kennedyc1977]

Great tour of Kathy's RV. Why did I love her CB radio so much?!

[@storychasing]

Kennedy C LOL .... I know right!? I used to have one when I went to college. Those huge bag phones were just coming out then. That was 1989. My handle was "Red Racer" because I had a red Honda CRX with a major lead foot! lol

[@eleanormassaro5195]

@@storychasing LOL! When I was about 14 my parents had a CB radio on one of their trucks and when we would go camping or on road trips, my Moniker was sunshine girl! That was so much fun! Miss those old days!

[@kennedyc1977]

@@storychasing Amber, I think you need to include that story in a future video. My dad had a CB in his car when I was growing up. I would use it under the handle "Grape Ape" because I liked the cartoon show.

[@janetfolkerts5827]

This is really a great RV..quality that is not seen in today's industry. Thank you for sharing !

[@wesleypedro1644]

Hello Janet.. How are you doing today?

[@jentommyontheroad8089]

Meeting people on the road is the coolest part of traveling! Lots of room in that rig! I use the Waze app for traffic information. Thanks for sharing!

[@storychasing]

Very cool!

[@kimberlysepulveda8529]

Fantastic RV……wish they still made them! And Kathy is a treasure! Very interesting lady, and knowledgeable about her rig. Safe travels, Kathy!

[@thomassmith295]

Hello Kimberly

[@margaretmckee6901]

To me this is a really great set up for a person who is living by themselves. I could love this kind of living and she makes it sound right. May she stay safe and take care 👍😊❤

[@amyedg]

Kathy is awesome! She's an inspiration!

[@lorenenoe4472]

Great rig, love her uncluttered lifestyle, looks like a home, would like to revisit after a year on the road, hope she checks back in to update us on her adventures. Kathy seems like a friend already. 🐕‍🦺🌻

[@debbieseiffert]

Love when serendipity happens! ( I know what Amber will be looking for next 😉) Kathy is a doll thank you for sharing her and her rig with us!

[@storychasing]

You are so welcome and hahaha...I see what you did there. lol

[@DrChristopherJohnson]

Hello 👋 I hope you’re safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity and love all over the world 🌎 I'm Engineer Christopher Johnson from New York and you where are you from if I may asked?

[@eduardotirado839]

One of of the coolest rigs I’ve seen. Certainly influenced by a sailboat. Amazing. Owner is awesome too!

[@deborahakers5548]

I liked this very much! It’s amazing how people can live in man-made vehicles and have what they need to live! Very Cool !

[@karenoster8291]

Really enjoyed today's video & checking out Kathy's "Born Free" RV!

[@storychasing]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bjclassic1950]

Wow! I love her RV!! Thank you so much for the tour and introducing us to this sweet lady! I so appreciate her opening her home on wheels to all of us! Safe travels to you both! 👍❤️🇺🇸💙🌺🌼🌸💐🌹

[@wesleypedro1644]

Hello Betty.. How are you doing today?

[@johndecriscio9586]

Really liked how the cover for the stove was stored. Wish I had something like that for my sink covers in my motor home.

[@tammy3458]

GREAT IDEA TO RENT HER HOUSE OUT FOR THE YEAR! Instead of just selling it all, she chose a great option! Just in case she HAS to come back to her home, or even if she just WANTS to come home, she can! Love the rig! Smart lady & adorable companion:)

[@barbarabuford5795]

Wow, This is Beautiful! ♥️ I love the wood color, light leather chairs- 4, and So much storage! And having a permanent bed is a plus! So much counter space, will have to look this rig up!

[@DrChristopherJohnson]

Hello 👋 I hope you’re safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity and love all over the world 🌎 I'm Engineer Christopher Johnson from New York and you where are you from if I may asked?

[@ultimatecouponlady]

One thing that would have been nice is to hear her "why" story of why she chose to do the RV life. Thanks for sharing.

[@3generations393]

I love her & her rig! We think direction the same-she's turning left to go out west 👍 Great interview-thanks. 🙏✌🌎💞

[@miniskooliewanda]

Great tour! Amber you asked the right questions...great rig and great lady! I hope to cross paths with her some day. Thank you both for sharing!

[@storychasing]

I hope so too!

[@JoansJunkJournalsAndMore]

What a wonderful lady. I love her RV and could totally see myself living in one of these with my fur baby. I really love the lay out and the door at the back makes so much sense now. Love all of her storage and how she changed the couch to a permanent bed with yet more storage. Most of all I love the craft cabinet. Thank you Kathy for stalking Amber down and showing us around. I think I have truly found the RV that I want now. ☺♥

[@DrChristopherJohnson]

Hello 👋 I hope you’re safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness prosperity and love all over the world 🌎 I'm Engineer Christopher Johnson from New York and you where are you from if I may asked?

[@jangayle5849]

Same here!!! I have to research n study n over again but I did have a friend that when she had researched something, I knew I could take it to the bank n never look up anything myself n one of the few ppl I really trusted like that!!! Cathy reminds me of her!! Sure do miss her, some days more than others…. Plus we were young mothers together, girls same grade, boys couple years difference but we did so much together, what I wouldn’t give to go back to my kids little n that time!!! Best times of my life, you just don’t know it when it’s happening n ur all haggered! Lol But, forward on n making more memories!!

[@kristinpayne1825]

I was impressed by her set-up and fearless enough to travel alone. Safe travels!

[@tinysmisadventures3051]

Great video! Kathy's rig is awesome! You would never guess it's 12 ya old. Amazing condition.

[@dogcatparty7371]

May 2021 This home looks cozy and practical!!! You two would probably enjoy talking with 'My Basic Journey.' She might have good tips about good places to stay with a dog. She started from the West Coast area and has to be careful about her health. G'Day

[@MissFancyClancy]

Wow, what a beautiful rig. I'm not sure I've seen one like this before. I can't imagine what this beauty sold for when new. This is a real tressure for her as she travels the USA. Great video! ♡

[@laurenandreas5950]

Cathy is Great and I absolutely Love her RV! We sold our junk 5th wheel 35TMS Grand Junction because my husband was sick and tired of fixing/working on it…and we bought it new…what junkie manufacturing! We won’t buy another because of the shotty workmanship and cheap suspension they put on. If you are blowing tires and aren’t overloaded, check the suspension. New subscriber… I absolutely loved your interview with Cathy!!!`

[@truthfuljones4557]

I love her life. She seems so happy.

[@spiralcat6376]

One of the best tips I ever heard for a solo female is to carry a pair of large workman's boots and leave them outside the door at night

[@DaBobbinator]

Smart

[@1crusaider]

And heard when you stop off enter from the passenger side then slip over to drive

[@larabraver]

I used to do this when I was single. Got a couple of men’s shoes for a few dollars at Goodwill resale store. It helps for when you have handymen or internet company male technicians come to the house.

[@life2shortwa]

Lots of storage, storage and storage than most RVs. The owner got an excellent buy. Well done. Cheers, from Australia 🇦🇺

[@nicolassmith1278]

Hi pretty lady. How are you and your family doing today? And how is the weather over there????

[@baskinginhisbeauty374]

Kathy is someone whom I would love to meet and get more info on in prep for my solo vanlife. Thank you both for this video! and Safe travels, stay safe.

[@Balrog2005]

I love how the dog goes directly to the copilot seat when she is inside, that's her spot.

[@reptilez]

Wonderful in every way.

[@sandyperley3786]

That was an awesome interview and tour, thanks to you both Amber and Kathy. I am just 4 months away from retirement and hope to also spend quite a bit of time on the road and my 2004 Born Free!

[@storychasing]

That’s so cool that you have the same one. Good luck in your adventure.

[@catman8670]

Winter in the desert can be very cold! 💨❄️

[@combatmedic91-b76]

NICE interview 👌👍 a nice way to travel BORN FREE like the movie about Elsa the lioness. It's perfect for a woman & a dog. I think it takes courage to travel by yourself even with a cute dog! I enjoyed watching this and BORN Free motor homes are expensive and none of them look the same. I like the back door instead of the passenger side door the best.

[@edwardwright7042]

I like that statement she choose not to live in fear now that's what's up that's a warrior lady! And her camper is badass I like it

[@christinestephenson1742]

Kathy, what a great RV you found! It will last for years more because it was built so well. We have been RVers for 10 years but I don't think I've ever seen one of these! Enjoy your trip in your Born Free!

[@3SpoiledDonkeys]

Kathy is such a nice and capable lady. I do a lot of repairs and such myself as well so relate to that.:) Her rig is amazing, so well laid out, safe and just the right size! I wish her safe travels and lots of fun!!!

[@francocallabero9787]

Hello 👋 Tina

[@FayeCalder]

Like Kathy and Sugarr, sweet kind and caring lady like you. Enjoyed your interview Amber! Have a wonderful week dear one. MommaFaye 🌺

[@storychasing]

Thanks so much Faye. Have a good rest of your week.

[@lizzieg.7316]

Thanks for the tour Amber and Kathy - what an extremely well made RV! Amber, I shower outside all the time with the Aktiv - i put the teak floorboard from the bathroom outside and use the kitchen sink faucet - works great!

[@storychasing]

Thanks for the tips! Oh darn I can't believe I never thought of putting the teak floorboard outside! Thanks so much for that. I'm totally stealing your idea! lol

[@lizzieg.7316]

@@storychasing And I put your sand rug (thank you for that recommendation!) underneath the teak floorboard ;)

[@michaeltellurian825]

Been doing this for a long time. Kathy is perhaps the most articulate, knowledgeable, confident, realistic people I've ever seen.

[@kathyyaeger1874]

Thank you!