SOLO FEMALE SENIOR LIVING IN A VAN: FROM FEAR TO EMPOWERMENT

[@nikkipage9132]

Yes, getting older makes us bolder!

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Indeed it does! We have been thru so much and survived so we know we can face other things.

[@marysiniawa5371]

Hi. I'm 68 and recently divorced. So I rented an apartment but after 6 months I was able to break my lease and bought a Dodge grand caravan. It's all set up to live in. I do work so will be a small town van dweller. Lolol Thanks for sharing. I'm sorry you lost your husband. And happy your on the road again.

[@alexthehomboi]

@Mary Siniawa Congratulations on your apartment discovery and the broken lease and purchase of dodge car. Have safe travels

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

There are a number of folks who live in rigs in town. You are not alone!!

[@alexthehomboi]

@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 that’s the spirit! God bless all the folks in their needed shelters and foods

[@sunseeker4775]

So true. I love van life in a sprnter and at 75, I hope to be able to do this at least another 5 years. If I don't go alone, I don't go and I didn't want to give it up because I am now by myself. The further I travel the stronger the feeling that I don't want to go back. Home is on the road. My best friends are my dog and high end roadside assistance. ☺

[@vincenzolee6576]

Which road side assistance would you recommend?

[@alexthehomboi]

@Sun Seeker have safe travels at 75

[@sunseeker4775]

@@vincenzolee6576 the best cover so you don't worry about breakdowns, as when they take your vehicle on a tow truck, you lose your home. So cover with accommodation and a car is excellent in case that happens.

[@sherryhicks4156]

I'm also 75. I love doing this I plan to be out here as long as I can. I do have a home base.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

@@sherryhicks4156 I think having a home base while.on the road is the best of both worlds if you are able to to tjat. If something happens like with Covid you have somewhere to hunker down at for awhile before hitting the road again.

[@revyred8679]

Great advise!! But wish we could have gotten to see her rig. Girl poor🥊👍😁

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

I would have loved to do a tour but Glenda had been traveling and wanted to wait til another time. Perhaps if we meetup in Quartzsite.

[@MsNZgal]

great video. I can relate to this lady. It is the same in Australia. So many older women live in their vehicles. Many because of the rental crisis but many through choice.

[@alexthehomboi]

@Bron Green I’m so blessed for these people in their van houses

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Yes, I was so surprised once I began traveling in my van to meet so many older women who were living in rigs because they couldn't afford rent. But as you say there are also many women who seek something different and have found van life fills that need. So interesting to hear the similarities between the situation in the US and there in Australiam Thanks for sharing that informationm

[@alicial6072]

One thing she said was when we were young (i'm 60 same age group) it was unheard of for women to travel alone and she's right it wasn't even something I even thought about until I went to the grand canyon on a business trip and discovered there is so much to see in this county, I then discovered Bob Wells/Carolyn Rv and the nomadic life style and realized this is something I can do. It's kinda like a freedom movement for older women, I'm glad for the young women who discovered it early, I retire in 1 1/2 years and can't wait to travel, right now I spend my vacations camping.

[@Stay_tooned]

This is very inspirational. Acknowledging the fear or lack of confidence or both and then speaking about the perseverance and how to overcome so much of it. Yes, I was brought up in a way that didn't show many women who ventured out on their own, who did it all, who found resources, who found a support system in other women and that it was OKAY! Now we are beginning to see you out there... doing it! I know it isn't always easy, that it would be nice to have someone else to bounce things off of. We have each other now and we need to be there for each other, without judgment. We can do it!!

[@craftytraveler9238]

Thanks for this video. I also am traveling more solo with my dog. Hubby doesn't want to go along. I love meeting other solo ladies camping. That is one reason I joined girl camper and started my own women's camping group.

[@alexthehomboi]

@Crafty Traveler good luck on your trips with Hubby and your get togethers with your friends on camp

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

That is so cool. If you don't find what you want start a group yourself. Kudos to you!!

[@jasonsandifer3250]

*Newly Updated Safety Suggestions: for RV lifers, Campers, Hikers, Explorers, Nomadic Life, and Travelers* I just happened to see your channel, and others similar channels recently, and I think that you, and others sharing their actual reality, and some have expressed some of the up, and down sides to van, RV, or vehicle living. Although, I just noticed your KZbin channel, and other similar channels, displaying van living. I just wanted to remind everyone to Aware Be of your surroundings and Alert, I just posted this anyway to help anyone who may benefit from these suggestions I believe that it is very helpful, and beneficial to others who may be thinking about this type of living without actually thinking through, about the some of the realistic problems that could occur with vehicle or van living etc... People need to know what the up sides there are, as well as some of the down sides of vehicle living. I believe this channel, and other channels have been informative to others, including myself. Although, I am NOT living in a vehicle or anything like this. I feel that you , and others KZbinrs sharing this with your viewers will be very helpful. I wish you ALL the Best with your traveling endeavors. I shared this with several other travelers, as I watched their KZbin channel for the first time, as yours, and I shared with them this information that may be helpful to you as well to others. Therefore, I would also like to suggest a few Safety tips, and items that may help you, or others in your viewing audience. Although, you may have knowledge of this already, I am not sure, so I hope this will be helpful to you, others or someone. *Keep a Extra working cellphone with you or in your vehicle. You can purchase inexpensive phone with a very low monthly price between 25, 35, 45, dollars a month with unlimited data and text, and some have Nationwide coverage Do your research for the best fit for you Consider Carrying Several Extra portable cellphone phone chargers, and cables. Consider theses items: *Mini portable power charging station. I have also seen outdoor portable solar powered power stations, that can be recharged from sunlight this may be very useful to have, to power your devices. *Invest in a Cellular signal booster for outdoor use, and camping situations to boost or amplify your cell signal and reception. Consider also the purchase of a WiFi signal booster to also boost your WiFi signal. Research to see what you prefer. *Very Inportant: Invest in a SOS distress electronic signal device, this a kind of device can send out a distress signal with your exact location. There are various types of these devices, and including devices that can be used when boating, or camping situations. *Some have emergency Strobe lights SOS signaling with location alerts, and location updates that can be sent to your family, and emergency first responders. Some can be synchronized with your smart watch or phone. There are some satellite SOS texting messaging, locator devices that will send messages with your phone even if there isn’t any cellular signal, or WiFi. With this device your can still text, and communicate with others in a emergency satellite transmission. Check online, for various emergency SOS products, some are small to fit in the palm of your hand. You can check online, and on Amazon, research what SOS devices will be a good fit for you. *Mini portable vehicle battery jumper charger *vehicle battery jumper cables *Vehicle Jumper cables *PLEASE BE AWARE* that in the *WINTER* *vehicle *Batteries fail* many times in very cold weather conditions. Vehicle batteries drain more often in the winter months. Please Keep a vehicle battery portable jumper pack, this is a device that can jumper or boost your vehicles battery yourself without another vehicle. If you have a older battery in your vehicle, Please have it tested or replace it, and consider the purchase a new vehicle battery with higher Cold Cranking Amps rating. Be Aware that Sometimes even a battery that is a few years old can fail in the Winter months, and extremely cold temperatures. Some alternatives to Winter Camping, Travelers, Explorers, etc, if you can find a Warmer Climate Location to stay during Extreme Winter months, or stay with family for a few weeks. Another alternative is renting somewhere although this can probably get expensive. What ever you decide Be Careful, Alert, Aware, Safe, and Informed... *Keep a Fire extinguisher handy *Smoke detectors, and Carbon monoxide detectors can be helpful Keep a First Aid kit with Bandages, antiseptic, and other first aid necessities etc. and good vitamin supplementation, and fluids that promote hydration. Consider installing; *Mounted Dashboard camera front and rear possibly. *Exterior vehicle mounted camera for the front, rear, and both sides of your vehicle. Some can be activated by motion, Including spotlights. *Interior vehicle cameras *Flashlights or pluggin spotlights *Portable spotlights, and lanterns Keep a few whistles around with you, and in your vehicle possibly in your vehicle’s center console *Keep a Sound horn, for hiking this can service, as a deterrent, and a emergency signal alert for others. *A set of long range 2 way radios, walkie talkies, to communicate with others during trips, some have 100 mile radius keep for emergencies, you can keep with you when hiking. Use your own discretion regarding the use carrying of any weapons. Don’t forget to bring Bear Spray Pepper spray Where is allowed Purchase a couple canisters just in case and keep it with you If you own a drone you can use it to survey your area for animals etc. However, Please Be Safe and Beware of your Surroundings. Stay Alert, and Be Safe even when stopping at Rest stops, Truck Stops, and conducting your various tasks. Keep in often contact with your family, friends etc. Keep up with the latest Weather Updates, beware and prepare for unexpected Weather events and conditions. *VERY IMPORTANT* *WINTER AWARENESS* I would suggest *NOT* to travel to locations without internet, or cellular service in the Winter, the reason is that weather conditions can change very quickly, and you absolutely DO NOT want have a vehicle break down, or malfunction, or emergency, and not have the availability to communicate, and contact your family, and or, emergency road assistance, or emergency services. Please Keep in mind that even in area where there is cellular service and internet, in the Winter sometimes there are ice storms that may occur and this can cause Power or Electrical failures, until utilities crews repair lines. *Your Safety is Important* *PLEASE BE AWARE* that in some extreme cold temperatures that vehicle fuel lines could Freeze and causing a vehicle to not start. Just in case Keep your gas tank filled, which helps prevent vehicle fuel lines from freezing. Keep gas or fuel line additive, or gas line antifreeze, that is rated to use okay for your vehicle. Check with your a certified mechanic and your vehicle owners manual, and or dealer repair facility to inquire what is best to prevent freezing gas tank and lines in extreme cold. In the Winter even your bottled Water can freeze so Be Careful and Plan ahead. *Safety is Paramount* *Your Life is Important* *You want to Live to Travel another Day* *So Be Safe* *Stay Alert* *Keep your vehicle gas filled* Don’t ride on fumes, or on Empty. Don’t chance your Safety by running your vehicle fuel or gas too close to Empty. Fill it up anyway, it will save you alot of time, and headache later on. Remember to keep up on routine maintenance, check your tires for wear, keep up with your fluids for your vehicle, like oil levels, antifreeze coolant, Please carry extra (oil)(washer fluid), (brake fluid), (antifreeze). You will need extra Winshield Washer fluid because of the ever changing Weather conditions, dustly roads, especially in slushy wet roads. *WINTER AWARENESS* In the winter consider purchasing and deicing Windshield Washer Fluid, for the much colder weather conditions. Furthermore, you will need extra Windshield Washer Fluid, Because you will Be driving more often in dusty, dirty, windy, and varying weather conditions. Your windshield will gather dust and debris from long term driving. Also, Remember Because you are on the road riding for sometimes very long distances, and long periods of time, I would suggest investing in 2 sets of tires, and a spare, the extra set at a home base, friends or family’s house to rotate later on, also make sure that you have a spare tire in your vehicle. Check the mileage ratings on your tires they all very. Conduct visual inspections of your tires often, check for damage, wearing, air pressure, etc Keep a pressure gauge to check your tires pressure and a tire pump. Electric, Portable tire pump. Keep towing insurance to Be Safe if you ever need it. It Doesn’t cost much try to get National coverage if available, or where you will be traveling. Keep Extra financing, and savings for any unexpected issues, vehicle repairs, and overnight stays, in a emergency or if you need to rest indoors. Keep Enjoying Yourself, Keep Enjoying the outdoors, and Nature Just..Please continue to Be Positive, Safe, and Alert.. Wishing Success, Well-being and Happiness You All. God Bless You, and everyone Traveling, or living in their vehicles, Vans, RVs, Hiking etc. Please Be Safe..... God Be With You..... Author Advocate for Humanity, Jason Sandifer, Michigan, 11/15/2022, 11/18/2022, 11/26/2022 11/30/2022 12/12/2022 12/14/2022 12/17/2022 12/28/2022 1/02/2023 4/16/2023

[@catblue6393]

Great interview, Carol! It hits the nail on the head. My friend lost her husband last year & she is continuing to do all the things they used to do together. It's a great way to honor your late spouse and to honor yourself.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Good for your frecluse. Many women who live a spouse become almost recluses.

[@alexthehomboi]

@Cat Blue sry your friend lost her hubby last yr. Good luck to your friend for the search of her hubby.

[@alexthehomboi]

@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 I’m proud of you for the help people need for their van lives 🤗

[@skooliecarol8542]

Excellent...this will help and encourage more women. ...especially,seniors...I was 70,when I went FT

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Well you are a rock star.and everyone knows that!!!

[@maryhight6030]

OMGOODNESS I want that for my life 🙏🙏🙏 maybe when I'm able to be on the road we will meet.💝

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Look forward to meeting up on the road one of these days🙂

[@annieoakley5075]

I am impressed with how Glenda evolved.

[@janetkoball44]

What a great video. She seems so relaxed and enjoying life. I'd love to see her rig sometime. Thanks for the time you take to help us .

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Hopefully we eill meet up in Quartzsite and I can do a tour then.

[@alexthehomboi]

@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 good luck on your tour Carol! 😍❤️🤗🥰

[@stormyrivers]

I love hearing stories like this. Thank you Miss Carol. 🤗 🙏 ❤

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

You are so welcome. So glad you were able to hear Glenda's story and her journey to overcoming fear and living in triumph.

[@l.a.v.alindysawesomevanadv3428]

I felt the same. I didn't just want to sit at home and wait to pass. It's more than just that many reasons for living the van life. I am addicted to van life. And it will be difficult to give this life style up.

[@alexthehomboi]

@ L.A.V.A Lindy’s Awesome Van Adventure I’m glad you’re living your good van life

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

You are in good company Lindy for sure🙂

[@insightandintuition276]

I finally did it yay! Please tell me what you love about living in your van? My friends are all imploring me to get a normal place to live they don't think this is in my best interest. I'm really needing to go deep inside of myself and see what is true for me. Usually in life people Echo our own internal dialogue. The challenge of keeping my generator, Power Station whatever it's called with electricity as well as not having a full kitchen as I love to cook and make beautiful salads and now I'm mainly eating canned food and very simple I am a plant-based vegan so I can just grab a leg of chicken and go

[@l.a.v.alindysawesomevanadv3428]

@@insightandintuition276 well I tried to explain but it isn't simple. I like having my home with me. I hate public restrooms so I carry mine with me. If you love to cook make a priority out of your kitchen. I cook but didn't want to give up the space for a kitchen. I like having everything at my fingertips. Do you have a van you can stand up or just the regular van. Gee their is so much good about. I don't find too many down sides. You are going to be in the elements and you have to deal with extreme heat and depending on where you're at the cold. You may travel according to the temperature which I don't have the luxury of doing. I work and live in my van in the city. So I am not sure what you want to hear about.

[@insightandintuition276]

@@l.a.v.alindysawesomevanadv3428 it's a minivan Toyota Sienna. I think part of the challenge for me is when traveling south from New York it was 16° at night in Virginia so I brought two heavy coats one light jacket which are you useless here down south as well as a large electric blanket and two electric heating pads the space is small I brought about 5 or 6 dresses for my Sabbath then there are bags with tops bottoms panties socks Etc as well as lots of canned foods and cleaning products. All the Above and two large down comforters

[@dogsarethebestfriends]

Love Glenda’s story and so grateful she shared it! I’ve overcome my fear of the unknown by resigning my position and finishing up my converted cargo trailer. About to hit the road again and see California! Very exciting and filled with gratitude! If I can do it, anyone can! ❤😊

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Wishing you all the joy and happiness you can take in. Would live to interview you if you make it to Southern California. I can be reached at [e-mail]

[@alexthehomboi]

@Dogs are the Best Friends good luck on Cali

[@dogsarethebestfriends]

@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 I would be honored! Let’s make it happen. I’ll email you. Thank you 🙏

[@dogsarethebestfriends]

@@alexthehomboi thanks! I’ve never seen California so I’m excited! Have some friends and family there to visit.

[@alexthehomboi]

@@dogsarethebestfriends have a great visitation there

[@martykong3592]

:) WELL DONE and THANKS MUCH! Makes so much sense even for solo GrandPa's too! Like Glenda, had a Navion Class C, but to much for me, so back to a minVan for now... but her choice of a Class B makes so much sense, just too expensive for me right now... ALL THE BEST, safe travels and Cheers!

[@alexthehomboi]

@Marty Kong good luck in your mini van and safe travels to u

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

There are some amazing minivan builds out there. Tim from MoBangFoYoBucks has a great no build build. Another one I really love is an older KZbin video Mini Yet Mighty. BTW Grandpas rock😊

[@arcuda2001]

love these interviews !! so many ways to live our lives👍👍❤️❤️

[@alexthehomboi]

@Glorious Life On Wheels Thanks Carol for the interviews with Glenda! God bless you both!

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

So true. Life can be a true smorgasbord of choices. We only have to decide which one works for us.

[@Cok76]

Great inspirational video. Thanks carol

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Glenda really is inspiring and so down to earth.

[@kate3460]

Linda was quite an inspiration. Great encouragement for women to get out there and follow their dreams… Great interview…

[@alexthehomboi]

@Kate I’m glad this channel gives people the encouragement to live their either part or full time lives in vans

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

@@alexthehomboi Thank you Alex😊

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Overcoming fear is such an empowering feeling for sure. Thanks for tuning in to hear Glenda's story.🙂

[@kennethbailey9853]

My Favorite Lady. You are Always a Joy. 🙂

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

My favorite guy🤗

[@adventurousspirit6628]

Glenda has a wonderful story, and I hope to meet her one day!

[@alexthehomboi]

@Adventurous Spirit66 I hope Glenda is living in her Glory Life

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

I know you two would hit it off. She is calm and practical.like you are but also fun.

[@katecombest3602]

This is soo inspiring thank you powerful woman 💃💃💃👍

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Glenda has such a practical calm approach which I think serves her really well.

[@skapunkoialternativeliving6522]

This woman is doing it just right she's having fun living life on her terms what she needs to do she feels lonely get a little dog or little pet you'll be surprised how comfortable that would be when you have to pack with you in your van or camper van while you're by yourself you won't be lonely anymore I guarantee you..

[@rvgrandmacharlotte4604]

she travels with 2 dogs already

[@alexthehomboi]

We got your back Glenda

[@alexthehomboi]

@@rvgrandmacharlotte4604 that’s cute

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

So true!!!

[@deborahkimball-billups6405]

Ty for your story ....love wins ❤

[@DianesNirVANaLife]

Glenda is a fascinating lady! She was parked next to me at Lolapolooza! She also works with older couples to continue their camping adventures!

[@marilynthomas643]

Carol, I loved this video. I’m a 69 yo woman who can totally relate to Glenda’s story. She is such an inspiration. I wish I could talk my husband to trying this for a 6 mo. trial to see if it’s really what we would want to do. Right now we go out for 3-4 days every 4-6 wks. and I hate having to pack up and go back to the “real” world. He’s more of a home body than I am, I love to travel and see different parts of this amazing USA!!! Keep up the good work

[@alexthehomboi]

@Marilyn Thomas good luck finding your hubby and safe travels to u

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

What a blessing that your husband is willing to go out for those 3 or 4 days. Perhaps you could make a deal that for every three trips you do as a couple you get to go on one with a girlfriend or by yourself. Maybe a trip to Quartzsite to the Women's RTR in January.

[@almaparedes6548]

Good Morning,God bless

[@freedomdove]

Great interview, Carol.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Thanks Freedom. I just loved talking to Glenda and sharing.her story.

[@brianleonard6885]

Love this xoxoxox

[@charlottewilson4680]

This was a great interview

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Thanks Charlotte😊

[@melaniemarloe9274]

Good for you to break down your fears, wonderful!

[@steveguti6452]

God is love God is everlasting praise God praying for everyone everyday God bless you all

[@JoyRoute]

Very inspiring story of empowerment and courage. I love the question- what's the worst that can happen 🤔 and figuring out no matter what happens You Got This! I'm traveling with a woman who is a widow and she's a bad azz! Safe travels to you both ❤

[@NancyandMako]

Another wonderful interview Carol!!! I love this interview so empowering!!!! I can so relate way to go Glenda!!!

[@jillw.2524]

So inspirational .

[@nikkipage9132]

Wow! This really resonated in my soul. Sitting at home remembering how it was or could have been. Losing my man last year threw me. But I knew I didn't want to be in a senior bread box apartment watching dancing with the stars. And Wednesday night bingo. No thanks! My adventure begins this January, where I will be dancing under the stars!

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

If we live Ling enough we will lose.l9ved.ines, but it does not get any easier. I applaud you for making the chpice.to still live.your best life and move forward. I encourage you to consider joining up with a women's caravan at least for a whilethru HOWA ( Home On Wheels Alliance) til you get the uang of vanlife and consider joining us and others Quartzsite, Arizona this winter in January for a while.

[@galehenning7340]

A very wonderful lady and interview! Thank you!

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Isn't Glenda amazing!!

[@melbawoods6513]

WOW, so proud of you 👏

[@florasonners1635]

Thank you for the inspiring interview.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

So glad you enjoyed hearing from Glenda.

[@traedrose7963]

Love this.

[@kimberlyramos9349]

I just started part-time solo travel in a pop-up camper and I love it! Eventually, I want to move to a van for travel. I still work partly in-person, so I can't go too far from homebase, but the freedom and empowerment I feel is wonderful 😁👍

[@insightandintuition276]

T u so much this was great to hear. My husband passed February will be 6yrs, I get a little teary recalling. For some reason I have allowed fear to stop me from getting out on the road. In this moment I am planning God willing to leave in the next wk or 2 just waiting for my eyeglasses to be ready. I sold my roadtrek 10yrs ago and now in a Sienna minivan. FYI I once broke down on i95 when they asked me for my location I didn’t recall my last exit nor did I know the one coming up. People were zooming by at high speeds so couldn’t ask for help. Keep an eye out for the exits so if you call roadside you can let them know precisely where to find you💖I guess I didn’t have a gps can’t recall 🤷‍♀️

[@suearcher8708]

Oh yeppers! I knew that when I retired I wanted to go camping. I don't have any kids but my husband did and I had visions of these great family camping trips. And, we did have some but most trips it was just the two of us and of course our pup and it was great! So, when he passed unexpectedly I sold the truck and the trailer...I needed the money...but it never occurred to me that I could learn to drive the truck and pull the trailer. But then I saw a video on your channel about a woman in the same place (I think her guy's name was Dan also_) she just set her mind to it and figured it out. I'm not suCre I will ever be full time, and I may have to go where there are yurts, but me and my four legged side kick will be out there as much as we can. So, Carol you spent some time here in Oregon this last year. Just got to tell you. IT RAINED TODAY.

[@alexthehomboi]

@Sue Archer so sorry about your fam, glad you got the money and hopefully soon you’ll be ready to live full time

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

I'm proud of you Sue for deciding to continue getting out there. You don't have to tow a big rig or even buy an rv. Just use whatever you have. The main thing is that you do what works for you. Perhaps that is every few months going out for a few days or eventually being out for months at a time. Just do YOU!! BTW, I absolutely love Oregon!!

[@margarethutchens5463]

Great attitude!

[@GrandmaBugsPlace]

Such a great video. She is such a nice lady and seems comfortable doing what she is doing. I also have a Roadtrek ( 1999 D 190P) and have been fixing things on it. I have not taken it anyplace other than errands. I have had Class C that was nice but it just never felt like it "fit" and when I did camp near home base I was just to lonely. Maybe just the area or the time I went there were not many that seemed to be interested in visiting or had family all around. So I ended up selling it. I still wanted a get-a-way vehicle just in case so the RT hit the spot. Now to get brave to go someplace in it......widow, 73, Bella the dog and just not brave enough to go. So here I am - home and not much to do. I'll try soon........???

[@alexthehomboi]

@Marcella Raplee good luck to you and Bella the dog on getting a get away vehicle for trips soon!

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Where are you? Why don't you come out to the Women's RTR sponsor3d by Home On Wheels Alliance and Cheap RV Living You Tube in January. Come camp with us. You can contact me at [e-mail]

[@gllougreig9236]

Don’t forget the cost to do this lifestyle. Regular monthly bills, insurance, cell phone ,and then gas, vehicle maintenance and any campground costs. I’ve been doing this 9 months it’s not that cheap. Please always have emergency money.

[@sunshine3914]

True. Someone just posted a video saying you could do this solo for just over $1,000/ month - that’s double my SS. Thankfully I paid off my place 20 years ago, so I’m able to survive on very little, but that’s all I do. Still hopeful of better days for everyone.

[@alexthehomboi]

@GIIou Greig congrats on your 9 month bill and all costs with your van and safe travels

[@alexthehomboi]

@@sunshine3914 dang that’s a lotta money but I hope you live a good life

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

It really is up to each person how they want to do van life. The major difference from living in a home is the extra gas cost and maintenance as you put more.miles on your vehicle. You have to buy food and pay for phone and insurance no matter where you live. I know people who are fulltime for less than $1000 a month and others who spend over $2,000 a month. It just depends in what you want. If you mostly boondock and stay on BLM land ypu pay practically nothing for camping, so you are living rent free and your propane is certainly less than gas costs are going to be in homes this winter.

[@karenkazjefreys2913]

Carol you are just so good at this whole thing, so interested in people and caring, I hope one day to meet you., we have a lot of rain on the west coast of canada,, but at least we can come for 6 months, your videos help me push past my fear, that and needing to save alittle more before I make the plunge , blessings kaz from vancouver Island

[@DP-hk6ox]

Excellent interview.

[@veetropicals]

Love the days but don't like the nights. Can't sleep well. Keep hearing noises.😬 Can't do it fulltime.😞

[@alexthehomboi]

@veetropicals oh I’m sorry but maybe you could try part time. Feel well soon

[@veetropicals]

@@alexthehomboi Tku👍

[@salyluz6535]

I have had major challenges sleeping at night most of my life depending upon where I lived, because I am very sensitive to noises. I have had to develop different strategies to help me sleep. In the beginning I just used a fan in my room as a mechanical way to block out outside noises. I was raised in the country, so some nature sounds are very peaceful & relaxing to me. For example, here are some of the sounds I have CDs & other recordings of, which have helped me get to sleep in the past: ocean waves, rain, a summer night (has crickets, rain, frogs, etc.) a mountain stream, Native American Wood Flute, etc. You may want to do a little research on KZbin, so check out all the different beautiful sleep sound videos available there. These have been so helpful to me! Now I have no more need to carry along a CD player and stack of CDs. I especially like to listen to the one channel that has a great video with gentle rain and a stream- this one works best for me. Hopefully you can find some sleep sound Videos on KZbin which will help you to block out all outdoor noises!

[@grahamwhittaker8844]

Another pretty young girl doing her own thing 👏👏👏🙏. Currently in Colac Colac for a shake down camp up , it’s been raining pretty heavy off an on which doesn’t worry us to much,just an excuse to snuggle up under the duvet 😂 . We went for a bit of a drive yesterday to Khancoban and there was still plenty of snow on the mountains,which was just beautiful to see ,I think with all the heavy rain it’ll all disappear very quickly from here in. Loving ya work, stay strong 👁👁🙃🙃🐕‍🦺🙏🦘🐨❤️🇦🇺. P.S. Roxy dog has been really good, hasn’t tried to rip anyone’s throat out all trip ( touch wood)🤞

[@alexthehomboi]

I really love how the La Mesa RV’s are all around the globe vehicles

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

I love sleeping in my van in the rain. Sounds like Roxy is behaving herself.. Now the question is are you😂🤣🤣

[@Kiwiwanderer]

What a likeable , positive and capable woman. I like her. How old was Linda? What did she do for work? Very very interesting woman

[@melanied6777]

Love this! I retire November 30th. I’m thinking about purchasing a small RV with some of my retirement money.

[@davejarvis7522]

Good for her

[@l.a.v.alindysawesomevanadv3428]

Hi everybody ☺😊

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Hey Lindy🤗

[@SelfEsteemArchitect]

Did she show her rig? Did Iiss it? I love your interviews, and I love Glenda! Thank you Carol. 💖

[@ghoover111]

Glenda, you went from Navion Class C at just under 26ft to Roadtrek Class B at 19ft. I understand you can now park anywhere, but since you RV for months, don’t you miss the extra Class C lounge space?

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Everything is a trade off. In a larger rig you have higher gas expenses and harder time parking and even getting into certain locations. In a smaller rig you give up some comfort and the ability to stretch out. It just depends on what your priorities are. Having said that I must admit that sometimes I long for more space, until I pull up to a gas pump🤣🤣🤣

[@3generations393]

I have to ask-if she sold her home-what home is she going back to? Thanks Carol

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

When Glenda and her husband were traveling they sold their home and went on the road fulltime for a period of years. But when he got sick they bought another home and came off the road. She still has that home, but is on the road most of the time.

[@notanomad9320]

Funny you didn't do a van tour of her Roadtrek 190 Popular. It would show people what's possible and if this would be a good choice for them. I've had a 05 Roadtrek 170 Popular since 2014 and it's been great but I'm looking at a 2010 or newer 190 as it gets hard to climb over each other at night because you sleep sideways in the back of the 170 to use the bathroom. 2 single beds would solve that problem but I would never full time in it.

[@ItsMeAnn628]

I’m planning my first van trip in about two weeks and I’m so excited!!! How can I find out where these meet ups are going to be? I’d love to meet some other women my age and listen to all their stories! 🥰

[@salyluz6535]

This is a great question!! I’m hopeful about doing this in the future, but idk how to find community. Could anyone tell me, are there websites?

[@rvgrandmacharlotte4604]

It can't be as fearful if you have a home to go back to if your rig breaks down.

[@alexthehomboi]

@rvgrandma Charlotte it’s nervous at first but better at the end

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

That is true. Having a backup location when something goes wrong, like with what happened when everything shutdown with Covid, can bring some additional peace of mind.

[@alexthehomboi]

@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 there’s also Allstate, progressive, carfax, liberty mutual, geico, State Farm

[@almaparedes6548]

Ma'am Carol,Hello

[@steveguti6452]

Jesus Christ died for our Sins According to the scriptures and that he was buried and that he rose again the third day praying for everyone everyday God bless you All.

[@vickyrichardson4699]

Amen!

[@dianalong2457]

😇😇😇

[@steveguti6452]

URGENT Emergency Please join me in prayer for all those affected children families animals suffering hurting all around the world having all medical problems having difficult situations paying bills homeless can't pay rent evictions hungry fighting to survive keep the faith God will show you the way in the end we will be victorious with the Lord praise God praying for everyone everyday God bless you all.

[@alexthehomboi]

@Steve Guti God Bless the Children and the people for their survivals of hunger and shelter

[@salyluz6535]

💙🙏🏽💙🌻🚐♥️💪🏽😅🌅

[@Yvuyctxtxtx]

Actually do something.

[@salyluz6535]

@@Yvuyctxtxtx: Absolutely! Prayer is supposed to be the inspiration that motivates our Action!! 💪🏽

[@RLeeVanCamps]

What type of vehicle does she have currently? What does one find the female campers? Is there a channel?

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Glenda has a Roadtrek 190. I would suggest checking out van life meetups like the one where I met Glenda at Lolapalooza in Texas. Home On Wheels Alliance (HOWA) has a Facebook page and shares information about Women's Caravans..HOWA is having a Women's meetup in Quartzsite , Az in January. .I am also having a meetup in January in Quartzsite, Az. Also, you can go online to Vacay Vans and they have a list of van/rv meetups.

[@onefreelife]

I want to live my life rather than waiting to die. I fear lack of money. Can I do this with $2,000 a month. I don't want to have to sit in a secluded area. Money is what stops me

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

You absolutely can do it for $2000 or less per month. The key is containing your costs by staying in locations longer thereby saving on gas and vehicle maintenance. The kind of rig you have had a big impact depending on gas mileage.Stayong on BLM land and also having the America The Beautiful Lofetime pass for $80 for se iors saves you significantly on Corp Of Engineer and many other campgrounds. I paid $12 per night on a Lake in Waco Texas with free hot showers. I paid $6 per night at Lake Shasta. There are a number of options.

[@laurakramer396]

Van tour?

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Would.love to have done one of her rig. Glenda wanted to wait til another time. Maybe we'll meetup in Quartzsite this winter.

[@laurakramer396]

@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 hope to get to meet you in Quartzsite this year.

[@ewakraft5770]

Super interview, interesting woman. Question, to go to a militarily campground, did you have to be in the military befor, or is it for evryone?

[@reynetallents]

You have to be in the Military (Active or Reserves), retired from it, or be an active worker for the Department of Defense (DOD). All these will have a current Military ID. Veterans with less than 20 years (say they just did 4 years), can't use them, as they don't have a Military ID anymore.

[@ewakraft5770]

@@reynetallents ahh, thank you for the info 🤛

[@ghoover111]

Depending on the military campground , if you are a veteran (not active duty and less than 20 years, in other words, most of those who served) But have VA Health card with disability rating, then you may also get a spot.

[@ewakraft5770]

@Grant Hoover i hope they are nice and plentiful around the US and free or cheep. I'm a foreigner and watch a lot videos about car van live and it is the first time, i heard about military campgrounds, so i had to ask. Thanks for answering 🤛

[@alexthehomboi]

For those who served military, thx for your services

[@mustardseed222]

My name is Donna and I would like to know how to connect with other senior women in Van Life. I'm 72 and I have started working on my 2009 Dodge van.

[@lovematters7122]

Hi Carol, How can I contact you about a vanlife safety issue?

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

You can reach me at [e-mail]

[@dianneharris2870]

WHAT IS LOLA POLOOSA?

[@alexthehomboi]

@Dianne Harris it’s an event concert somewhere in Chicago

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

No. This Lolapalooza is a van life/ nomad/ rv meetup every October in Texas put on by Lola from Lost On Land You Tube channel.

[@alexthehomboi]

@@gloriouslifeonwheels3621 ok, how’s that going?

[@vegan3650]

But the house was sold.

[@ramonapuckett3059]

Great interview ❤

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Thank you Ramona. All the credit goes to Glenda!