Solo Female Van Life - Spacious Ford Camper Van

[@suemcknight9051]

What a well-spoken impressive woman. So enjoyed watching this story of her journey, thus far. I can imagine that this video will be very inspirational for people wanting to do what she has done. Wishing her all the best in her travels. 😊

[@mymeg]

Thank you for your kind words, Sue! Made my day.

[@AmberLovesMystery]

Incredible build! Also, you speak so concisely and are so pleasant to listen to. Love your fur babies! So adorable. Stay blessed, stay safe, and may you be happy eternally ❤ Thank you for sharing

[@louloulapetiterenarde8573]

Your cat is absolutely adorable ! 😺❤

[@critters16]

Love it all - pets included 🐾💕🐾 Very well done 👍👍

[@suzannecranford6819]

This little home on wheels is gorgeous! It's fun, well planned, seemingly spacious, and homie. I really enjoyed the tour! 💗

[@agneskiesling2905]

Amazing van build... so artistic and well designed...nice!!❤

[@synthaking8299]

I too just went through a bad divorce and wanna take off with my 2 dogs and do the van thing! All the technical aspects are beyond my comprehension. I'd like to team up with someone who could mentor me. I know a handful that could do so in their sleep but aren't interested in this type of thing. So I'm just going to start out really simple and learn as I go! But this Meg knocked it out of the park! Brilliant and she gets an A+ for articulation!!! So inspiring!!!

[@mymeg]

Synthia - sorry to hear about the divorce! While it can be a great longterm life choice (it was for me!) it does not make it any easier to go through the process. It's all about putting one foot in front of the the other. I didn't know a thing about building when I started --- it was lots of research and KZbin university for me. Best of luck!

[@Susan2361]

Wow!!! I love her van and her outlook of life!!!! This is what I want to do. Work on the road, have my dog and home with me. She is so clear, mature and articulate. I would love to meet her and talk about her experiences, etc.

[@raysun2be]

Great build! Meg is such a capable, smart, confident, and well spoken person. I enjoyed listening to her story and tour of her home. She is spot on about there not being a right way to do the build and to build it to your needs. The build is very well thought out, from placing the wiring and plumbing under the cabinets for easy access, to having the foresight in recognizing she may not have thought of everything so building in extra fuses and connections to allow for that! Really enjoyed the tour, thanks for sharing!

[@travelingwhilebutch]

Having sat in this van, I can say it's super spacious!!! Really great layout that is functional and well thought out.

[@mymeg]

Aw, thanks Heather! Loved having you and friends over!

[@Eyesis_1]

You were such a joy to listen to. And what a really nice home. Stay safe and TFS🧡

[@lesliecichuttek4036]

Love this build. Love her take on life and simplicity

[@allieb1621]

Very much like a small home because of the way it is decorated and setup. Impressive with lots of well thought out features including planning for additional needs, accessible location for plumbing and cabling, place to crate a young dog, multi-use furniture such as the litter box location and human toilet, metal plate to allow magnets to secure objects. It is home to be proud of and the owner has presented it equally as well. Well done! 👋👋👋

[@barbarajoyhuhtala3495]

I've seen so many, but four things: home, accessibility under the cabinets to the cables, work space, and Your Dog! This was a lovely video!

[@rebeccamoore4177]

So brilliant and thoughtful of every aspect of the vehicle.

[@sykwookiee]

Nice home, cool owner, badass haircut...I'm also a redhead so I dig redheads too...the pets are definitely a plus...great company...

[@reesee6420]

❤

[@sarar5230]

Love this video and how your cat sneaks into a lot of the shots

[@juditholivares597]

Hey Meg I just watched your van tour I love it! You did a great job!🎉🎉🎉

[@heatherwatson8506]

It just goes to show, circumstances can make you get creative. If I were younger, I would turn to a nomadic life, on the road. I wish you all the best. You have 2 loyal companions, what more can you want. Be happy.

[@rossfamily1184]

Your home on wheels is adorable and soooo you. I love that you have done it your way to suit your and your pets needs. I feel with some van builds that it’s a bit of a competition to see who can put in as many features as they can, even if they will never use them (like showers which end up as clothes storage). I also love the simplicity of yours and how you can access everything (like the wiring) extremely easily. That’s a good point to remember as things will need repair through natural wear and tear. The decor and sweet curtains make it feel like a mini home too. Well done. You have a really lovely and cosy place to live. Xx

[@lonniehensley661]

VERY NICE LAY OUT IN THE VAN BUILD, good job . it does look like a home and that's what matters , that and functionality!!!!

[@vcmay626]

I would change that up and say "There's no wrong way". The right way is the way you want it. The wrong way is a mistake all the way around. Nice build with a lot of thought put into it.

[@suezaple4950]

Oh I love your van converstion its nice and bright well designed , love the layout, looks so comfy cozy. you have all you need really, Your pets are adorable the kitty looks so sweet in their sweater .you are very inspirational to others. and have thought things out very well. amazing build

[@taralown7023]

Omg the kitty in his sweater is so adorable I cant

[@sylvaintrottier4691]

''There's not a right way...''. Madame, I love you ! You are beautifull and I love your way to see it, cause I think ''this is'' the right way. I got a microbird and I see and live things the same way. You have (I'm sorry my English is less easier then my french to express thing, feeling) a so well grounded mind without any ropes; it's soooo refreshing and true ! (sorry again I don't have the right words in English to expressit well...). You got a wonderfull rig because it's yours and think by you ! Merci Madame x

[@hollyvick181]

She is adorable and seems very nice. I love her " silly" wallpaper.

[@jeannerountree952]

I have enjoyed seeing your home.

[@cherieedwards3898]

Thank you for your video 💕

[@miniskooliewanda]

So well thought out and she's absolutely correct, you can watch a million YT videos and follow a tonne of vanlifers on IG but ultimately you have to think about how YOU live and what you NEED to function every day. I personally needed something a bit bigger because I share my tiny home with a bird and his cage takes up a lot of room....as does my business stuff and hobby stuff....so I bought a retired mini school bus....she's just the right size for my dog, cat, bird and me. Don't put pressure on yourself to make it "perfect"...just do what you can with what you have (or ask for help if need be) and make it YOUR own ☺ Thanks for sharing....going to Follow her on IG now.

[@terryduct]

Very nice presentation and well thought out build, thanks for sharing!

[@ericarmstrong8001]

Excellent show

[@alohatvn]

Very nice van build 👌. Two thumbs up 👍.

[@ronmoore3987]

You have a very functional van build . You're one person that knew exactly what kind of house van she wanted. Hope ya don't mind me calling your house on wheels a house van. Anyways great job. I've been A nomadic transporter for 13 years, kind of like A Midwest Bob Wells 😂..... I always laugh every time I think of that guy.He's definitely the grandfather of all van dwellers......

[@marykoch1666]

Love your Van, love your cat and dog❤

[@dean4558]

Great Idea for the litter box 👍👍👍

[@emartin851]

Great little home, & your "kids" are so cute!

[@chriss3314]

Very nice build, I really like this style Ford van. Everything was well thought out, genius on the cat litter. 😊🐱🐶🌍🙏safe travels

[@monoshock57]

Smart lady. She says power instead of juice.

[@Asha-ww9ct]

Your home is to cozy. Safe travels ❤

[@kellypoulos8702]

Very nice and well thought out! Travel well.

[@jasonpicano1199]

I am impressed. absolutely Cool. Some of Your work has inspired Me for when I start My build. It has a very lively feel.

[@kerry-ann.woodburn3440]

The cat 🐈‍⬛ is saying welcome to my place 😂

[@jasonpicano1199]

Your Kitty Cracks Me up..Made My day..

[@bennybettenourt9107]

Today's date is May 30th 2024 are you still traveling or have you settled in a sticks and bricks home ? You are one of the most organized van dweller I have seen in a long time.

[@julieince6869]

Great build. I would love to live like that!

[@Chefsantatravels]

I just look at actually 2002 Ford then just like that with the high roof but the one I looked at had a handicap left on the side doors which is something I'm looking at now that I'm getting older and I have a walking disability if I ever wind up in a wheelchair I wanna still be able to travel. You got a beautiful rig there stay safe stay strong stay healthy God bless and enjoy life.

[@UrielsJunkDrawer]

Excellent litter box solution.

[@harrypottah8889]

What is a DIGITAL NOMAD… and how do I get a job like that with no degree? Seems like everyone on this channel knows the secret to success. I’m trying to get the bag and travel. Teach me sempai!

[@TinyHomeTours]

Check out remote.co to see if there are any remote jobs that fit what you're looking for. :)

[@alanmunce7824]

Wow. Just wanted to say - Well done. 🇬🇧

[@karendeakin9628]

Loved the lady the animals can and video fabulous

[@reesee6420]

Lovely and bright home! Can you list the plants, please?

[@mymeg]

Thank you! I've found success with mint and a cactus (not sure the variety)in the windows, with daily watering. I also have a goldfish plant that is next to my sink, rarely getting bright light.

[@scimitaredgebooks]

This is a beautiful conversion and so stylish! I am fascinated by the cat - you have a vest on her but no leash, she never tries to run off?

[@mymeg]

Yes, she's fine off leash! For our first year, I did keep Olive on a leash because she was very curious and wanted to wander. However, I was very intentional with training her to come when called (both verbally and when her Air Tag beeped*) by giving her lots of rewards when she returned. Now, I let her roam around the van, but am careful to be aware of where she is so that I can call her back anytime. I also make sure she's wearing bright colors when she's outside so she's easy to spot. Having Dinah around also makes me feel better because the dog is protective over the cat (whether Olive likes it or not). A couple of considerations for an indoor/outdoor van cat: many folks do not leash their dogs, so I have to be very conscious of how they react to cats. I'll ask nearby neighbors about how their dogs approach cats and let them know that I have a cat. I also do not let her out at dawn/dusk/nighttime because that's when predators tend to be active. *Air Tags are a bluetooth device --- it only works if Olive is in close range. For a pet that may wander far away, please don't rely on Air Tags.

[@lindamarie6574]

Very nice van and cute pets!

[@JeffeysMom]

I love the idea of running all wires and plumbing under her cabinets!👍🏻❤️🚐

[@susandunn9154]

Love it! Just one question, does your cat blink? lol

[@Oli3TB76]

I dont think I've ever heard an American say 'the loo' before 😄

[@PeggyBerry-pg8nl]

Very nice! ❤

[@the_weird_gurl]

I love your build and your dog. Do you have any advice about traveling in a bus with a big dog?

[@mymeg]

Thank you! I'd advise watching my good friend Holly's tour - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bn7Ti56sh76qf80 - she travels with two dogs and had heaps of advice. To her thoughts, I'd add that it's really important to know your dog's reactivity very well. How does it feel about strangers, other dogs and wildlife? This can affect where you feel comfortable staying because of your dog's comfort level. Unfortunately, many people will let their dogs wander off leash, and Dinah does not like strange dogs approaching the van without a slow introduction first. So, that affects where I park/events I attend because I try to eliminate the variable of unsupervised dogs in our vicinity.

[@marilynrenaud1892]

Gorgeous!👍

[@dean4558]

🔥🔥🔥 build💯💯💯

[@darrellfort1668]

vanlife4ever!

[@annshephard3929]

Lovely

[@jasonsandifer3250]

I have noticed that many vehicle dwellers, RV, campers, car lifestylers, have a Safety concern about people approaching their vehicles when they are sleeping, or just inside of their vehicle. To assist with your Awareness for your vehicle, There may Be the option to utilize and install a camera system outside of your vehicle. How to Do this... There are RV backup camera systems available including online including Amazon Some systems include 1 or multiple cameras in a set, about 4 and may include a visual display monitor. Some of these Backup camera systems include this separate video display monitor, to view all of the installed cameras, and some of these monitors include various multiple functions, including a recording features, dvr type functions and touch screen display, among other functions. Your cameras can Be utilized to view around your entire vehicle, including front, rear and sides. The cost I have seen has been around low 2 hundred and mid 3 hundreds, prices may vary. I have actually seen this shown online where the system was installed and a entire 360 degree view was available on a RV. Please Do your own research on the Best options for you. Hope this information may Be Helpful. God’s Blessings to you, and your viewing audience. Safe, Happy Travels Author Advocate, Activist for Humanity, Jason Sandifer, Michigan, 4/18/2023 5/28/2023

[@denisebd1000]

Too cute ☺️

[@barbaramuzychka3836]

Is your cat a mixed breed? She looks like a furry sphynx and she is wearing a fleece (?) and I know how sphynx cats love warm clothing. She is beautiful

[@mymeg]

Thank you! Olive is a Devon Rex -- my ex is allergic to cats and so we did lots of research to find a breed that he could tolerate. They don't have a regular coat, and so they appreciate warm spots and sweaters when it's chilly :)

[@Luvpig]

❤❤❤

[@garywaynenelson1747]

Hello how are you doing. I totally admirer you and what you're doing good job and well thought out.come through Indian springs NV. I would love to meet you and wanna enjoy your company . I'll buy you dinner

[@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, your will have it 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, Activist 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 4/11/2023 4/23/2023 5/07/2023 5/28/2023

[@butterflybeatles]

If your cat wears a jacket he won't be able to lick himself. (Sorry for using grammatically correct but politically verboten pronoun).

[@Legittoquit1]

How beautiful

[@annecairney3189]

hi love watching your videos very interesting ive wanted 1 of these vans for a good while can you chat back hope your doing good