THAT WAS CLOSE! Trip Continues... RVing In Mississippi | Natchez Trace State Park

[@WingsandWheelsAlaska]

We are so glad you both are ok. Lovely video and our hearts are with you. Stay safe. ❤️😘

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We so appreciate your love and support. I hope you both are doing well, I know this pandemic is very hard on the both of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Hopefully we’ll both be back on the road soon. Much love and stay safe out there.

[@larryvincent2098]

Life is short and the Angels have been watching you three . The good lord now has a big job watching all us in this world with this covid 19 . So let’s help him by being kind and helpful to all . Thank you for sharing and may god bless you many times . Until your next adventure be safe .

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Very wise words, thanks for sharing. We feel very blessed that our Angels were riding along with us that day. Be safe and stay healthy.

[@CanadaFree.6014]

I am so thankful you two are safe and that you were protected by the Lord! That brought back a memory from when we took the kids to Florida when they were little. It started out as an awful trip. My daughter got sick with high fever and we had to rush her to urgent care. She had a chest infection. Then a few days later, we decided to drive our rental out to Kennedy Space Center. We had just turned on to the route that would have got us to the Center within 15 minutes. We were driving along and there was hardly anyone on the road. We noticed this car approaching us in the opposite direction and for whatever reason, that guy at the last minute pulled directly into our lane in front of us to hit us head on. Keep in mind, that this road had swamp/water on both sides most of the way, but this one particular small section had grass. My husband Wayne instinctively whipped our rental to the right onto the grass going 60 miles an hour. By the grace of God, he was able to keep the SUV under control and then back on to the highway. The other buddy just pulled back into his own lane and kept going. We too had to come to a stop. We were all shook up and crying (the kids too). That night my husband and I held each other tight in bed and just cried, acknowledging that it was God who sent his angels to protect us. We still to this day don't know why that man did that. Maybe he was on a suicide mission. The next day, we all went early to Universal Studios to have some fun. We were approached immediately by an employee who offered us all free passes to allow us to jump ahead to first in line for every ride the entire day. What a gift and what a blessing! Going through what we went through and what you guys experienced, sure puts EVERYTHING into perspective! God bless and keep you both safe in the days to come. Hugs.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you so much for sharing your story. It brought tears to my eyes. God was looking out for all of us, he has a plan. We appreciate you watching and sharing. Stay safe and healthy.

[@schnauzermom7133]

Life is precious! What a beautiful life with the both of you and your sweet furbaby!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We do have a beautiful life that we are both very thankful for. Thanks for the reminder.

[@superdrs1960]

Thanks for sharing ...

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

You are very welcome and thank you for watching.

[@AndyB718]

Puppy Pickle and cousin Eddie have me LOL literally. Thanks for the realness and videos.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Glad we were able to make you laugh. We appreciate your comment. Have a great week!

[@rvwall-e]

Owen, I like to think there is a time and place for everything. All your driving has made you more aware, not complacent. Everything worked in your favor and I am glad the good Lord did not let this be your time. I’m selfish enough to want to get to meet you before my time is up, and I’m a heck of a lot older than you. I’ll say a prayer of thanks and wish you safe travels. Love you three.🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We appreciate your prayer of thanks. We hope to meet you too. Thanks so much for the touching comment. Be safe and stay healthy.

[@greggjarvies8938]

Glad the three of you are back home in our beautiful state. Stay safe and healthy.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

At a time like this we are glad we have a home to come back to. Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Stay well.

[@mikecolesvids]

OMG how frightening, I knowing that moto experiences played a role. And thanks for the reminder. Although we started following religiously in Alaska we never did hit the button! Glad everyone is safe and sheltering comfortably. Give Mags some belly rubs from us and tell her how cute she was in this episode🥰 🐾

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We appreciate you hitting the button for us. I’m sure you know all about the motorcycle experience. Loving all the sunset. Tell Annie, Maggie says hello. Stay safe and healthy.

[@charlottebohn6598]

Thank God you are safe we never know day from day

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you Charlotte!

[@MM-ei3kc]

I really enjoy watching your videos. Because you are good people. I am thankful you were spared... stay safe...

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We are very thankful too. Thanks so much for watching and sharing your comment.

[@donlyn492]

Just found your channel the past few days, this video is bringing back memories for my husband and I . 1 year ago heading back home to Canada we blew a front tire on 75, hit the guard rail . Truck totaled and our beautiful trailer rolled.. Thank God no injuries. I can see how shook up you were, makes you thankful to be alive. Take care and safe travels.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

So glad you found us and so glad you are ok from your accident. Something like that makes you aware how things can change in a second and makes you very greatful.

[@RoadsofLife]

Thank you for sharing this harrowing experience. You are so right... it doesn't matter how far or close you are. Accidents can and will happen. I've been in three auto accidents, none my fault and all close to where I lived at the time. Every breath we take is a miracle, and this near miss just reminded you of it. Thank you again for all you do! Be seeing you (someday!)

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It is a very good reminder of how precious life as we know it is. Thanks so much for watching and commenting.

[@charlesterrell2507]

You’re so right folks are very blessed it just wasn’t yawls time our firm believer when God calls it is your time praise God everything is OK pray for the folks behind you

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Your life can changes in a split second and this was an eye opener as to how close we came to changing our life as we know it. We did pray for the people in the accident and tried to find out if everyone was ok with no luck. God is good.

[@jillcarlson2076]

Thank the lord you’re all ok! 🙏🥰

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you, it was a close call that really makes you think.

[@suefletcher6688]

Thankful you are ok and that you shared your experience with us! I'm also thankful you are traveling on the Natchez Trace Parkway. We love to stay at the Natchez State Park Campground and ride our bicycles on the parkway. We can't wait for your next video. We love the area so much we named our Travato "Trace".

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

That is a great name for your Travato. I wish we would have thought to ride our bikes on the Parkway, it’s such a great way to see things. Thanks so much for watching. Stay safe and healthy.

[@ellenfox5113]

So glad that you are okay. Praise be to God, and your quick thinkinh.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It was a close call and we are so thankful that our guardian angel was with us that day.

[@barbaracarlson7402]

I am so grateful you all are safe! Just watched this (have been rationing videos done by my favorite people since the beginning of this corona disaster) video. Liked the rest of the video. 😊 we love state and federal parks as well. Stay safe and stay healthy!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We so appreciate you watching. We hope you are safe and healthy.

[@debz8340]

As a fellow motorcycle rider I truly understand the instincts you mentioned. When I ride I think everyone is out to get me. So happy you were okay. Smiles from Ohio.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Owen drives the same way. In this case it really saved us. Always be on the defensive. Thanks for watching.

[@chuckt1950]

I have the nation. It has too many restrictions for me ,I bought a jeep to pull. I hate towing ,it restricts to many activities. That is why I bought the red promaster. We love the freedom. We would never met you guys in Washington. If we both hadn't had vans. Glad you are all safe. Maybe we can meet on the road again.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We remember you well and you are correct we would have never met if we hadn’t been in vans. Hope to see you on the read again. Thanks for letting us know you are watching. Stay safe out there.

[@auroranite]

That was a PTSD moment that will be on replay for a long time. Hard to hear but important reminder. Prayers for the family in the red truck. god bless. everyday is a gift, we seldom appreciate til moments like this.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

You are correct everyday is a gift and that is something we should all try to remember everyday. Thanks for watching. Stay safe and healthy.

[@TheDionysius57]

Your Guardian Angels were working overtime!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I truly believe that and I’m am so very thankful. We appreciate you watching and commenting. Stay safe and healthy.

[@stephenwill9792]

So scary and thank the Powers That Be you are both here to carry on! Stay safe and may your future travels be void of any more close calls.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We thank the Powers That Be everyday and are very thankful. Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Stay safe out there.

[@stephenwill9792]

@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle Will do!

[@rickbaker2330]

Thank you for sharing your experiences, even the scary ones. I am so glad that all three of your safe, and still able to pick up puppy pickles! I too rode a motorcycle as a young man, and agree with you that time on motorcycle will train people to react sooner when need be. Safe travels and very much looking forward to your next video.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We appreciate you watching and sharing your thoughts. Stay safe and healthy.

[@keyplayer5]

So glad you are believers! His hand was really on you! My youngest was with me when I didn’t know I was in the same lane with a semi barreling behind me. I pulled over and thanked Jesus for protecting me! Same with a drunk driver that got us from behind and only swerved our car slightly on the freeway....all 4 kids with us 2 min from home. You never forget and are always grateful.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I truly believe God was looking out for us on this trip and have thank him many times. It sounds like he was with you and your family too. We are so very thankful. Thanks so much for watching and sharing your experience.

[@nbragtop]

Owen, for you to turn sharp enough at that speed to make your storage box move, Wow. I am so glad you did not flip your van. I have been riding m/c's for 58 years solid. and what you said I agree completely. This is a sobering video, for sure not the happiest you have made, but thank you for sharing it with us, as it needed to be said. Our prayers are with the people in the trucks. But, once again Maggie to the rescue with her "Puppy "Pickles". Ya'll mean so much to us and we pray for your health and safety including Maggie. The news, this morning, showed a tiger in the Bronx zoo, that had just been infected with the Coronavirus. May the Lord shine His light on you and keep ya'll safe. Please read and share if you want to, 2nd Chronicles. 7:14.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I think one of the things we want to relay in this video is traveling is not all happy and good, just trying to keep it real. Also making sure you slow down and be grateful for the journey you are on no matter what you are doing. Life is indeed short. As always thank you for the inspirational comment. When I looked up the Bible verse using my mother’s bible it was underlined, which made it even more meaningful. I pray our land will be heal soon. We appreciate you so much. Stay safe and healthy.

[@crystalrivera6048]

glad you are ok.I guess 2020 is going to be a tough year for a lot of people but it is always better to be here than the alternative. Thanks for sharing that and reminding us.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I totally agree, it is better than the alternative and it makes you more grateful for the things you have. We appreciate you watching and commenting. Stay safe.

[@mikemanjo2458]

Good job on the map with the RV moving! Glad y’all got back to NC safely! I can’t imagine how scary that was. God was taking care of you for a reason. We have doggie seats for our little dogs. I’m so glad you’re all3 OK. Thanks for another great video! ❤️ Jane O.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Glad you like the map. I truly believe our guardian angels were watching over us that day and so very thankful for it. We appreciate you watching and commenting. Stay safe and healthy.

[@glenestes8017]

We are from Gulfport Ms and I have fished at Paul B Johnson lake many times. Never caught anything big enough to keep. But we love the mountains so much we moved to Maggie Valley 15 years ago.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It was a beautiful lake, we were wondering about the fishing. We totally understand your love for the mountains. That’s where I hearts are.

[@paddycat57]

Oh my goodness...so sorry that happened but so thankful you are okay. Our nearly exact experience 5 years ago had a life changing effect not only driving but in all we do now. As hard as it was to watch this and see your reactions, we are thankful you shared your experience so that others may change their driving habits...multi tasking is overrated! Look forward to your next adventure when all is right with the world for awhile once again.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It is very scary that it only takes seconds for your life to change forever. We are very thankful ours was only a wake up call. Thank you for the comment. Be safe!

[@krissto22]

Thank God you’re okay. That almost happened to us and there was no median, but my husband’s quick reaction paid off. Stay safe and God bless ❤️

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for sharing your comment. We appreciate you watching. Stay safe and healthy.

[@patmccarthy1624]

So very thankful you were able to avoid calamity coming into our fair state. I never really expected to see you traveling almost literally in my back yard (we live not far from the Trace in the Jackson area. Our state park system is a hidden jewell here in Mississippi; you will find tremendous accommodations in almost every one you visit. And, you are absolutely correct - our city dwellers flock to the state park campgrounds on the weekends! Looking forward to your next episode to see the rest of your Mississippi adventure!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We loved traveling through you beautiful state. Everywhere we stayed was awesome. We appreciate you watching and commenting. Stay safe and healthy.

[@lindadurst9658]

Our Class A got hit head on at the driver side and the pickup that hit us then bounced down the left side of our RV back in 2015. We were on I-10 just east of Shreveport, Louisiana. My thoughts are with you on this. Lucky for us our RV was repaired and we were not hurt. The driver of the pickup was not hurt bad but his truck was totaled. This is something we will never forget.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Wow, that sounds scary. So glad no one was hurt and you were able to have your RV repaired. It sounds like you were lucky. We appreciate you sharing your experience. Stay safe and healthy.

[@sandrap3047]

Glad y’all are okay!!! Same thing happened to me on the interstate about 10 yrs ago. I slammed on my brakes & watched the other car fly across the interstate in front of me & crash. I thought it was a cop coming across the median because it was a dark car but quickly realized it was a car out of control. I felt very blessed after that too! Glad y’all are back home & hunkered down in NC! The other Lynn Poteete is hunkered down in SC! lol I’m in the hotel business so I’m furloughed until this craziness is over. Glad I have your videos to keep me entertained! Be safe Owen, Lynn & Maggie! Love your videos & love you guys!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

So glad you were able to avoid your accident, I think it would have been scarier for the vehicle to go in from of us, either way it’s makes us thankful we have those guardian angels with us. Glad you are safe and hopefully we will all go back to normal soon. Stay safe and healthy.

[@sandrap3047]

VAN TREKKING lifestyle Amen! Thank God for our guardian angels!

[@christinebrigham4732]

Thankful for God’s protection and thank you for sharing this terrifying experience with us. Hopefully I will be a better driver for it.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We are also very thankful for God’s protection. It’s good to hear that our experience my help other’s be more careful and watching while driving. Thanks for sharing.

[@karenhicks7816]

Thank God! I know you are counting your blessings. So glad you made it home safe.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

You are correct we are still counting our blessings. We appreciate you watching and commenting. Stay safe and healthy.

[@debnelson5071]

The intro to this video brought tears...such a terrifying experience! It so hard to shake-off something like that, but you do and you continue on. I read this somewhere, "God's people, in the middle of God's will, will be immortal until God is done with them." It's comforting for me to think of it that way. And you are so right, the older I become, the more I agree that "Life is short." So we give thanks, and live the best life we can! Thank you, again for taking me with you on your adventure!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

You are so welcome. I totally agree with what you said thanks so much for sharing. We are great full everyday for the life we are able to live. Even during this crazy time. Stay well!

[@ljpaxman]

I'm also a motorcyclist and I tell you that the greatest dangers of their ones you can't see! I was following a SUV coming into Palestine Texas, at a good distance, in the fast lane doing about 70 miles when all of a sudden the SUV went into an emergency slow down swerving back and forth, followed then by a swerve into the next lane to the right. I couldn't see what the problem was, but I guess it's just sheer instinct that I decided to follow the car and get out of the lane and just as I left the lane a truck big truck driving the on the wrong side of the divided highway came within inches of hitting the back of my motorcycle doing about 70 miles an hour Since the SUV was in the direct line of sight of the truck I never saw it coming. I'm just glad that I followed the SUV to the right otherwise I wouldn't be here today.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

That was a sobering experience. I guess your guardian angels was riding with you that day. Good instincts! Thanks for sharing. Stay safe.

[@keving4081]

I had that experience 40 years ago. The car in front of me swerved into the left lane and I was staring at the front end of an oncoming car on the interstate. I swerved right onto the grass meridian and he took off my rear bumper. At a combined speed of over 120mph things happen fast. I rolled out of the car laughing, could not believe I was alive. Strap in your pooch a friend of mine was killed when his dog flew over the back seat in a minor accident. The dog lived and sadly he did not.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Wow, you had a close call... glad you could laugh about it. We do realize that we need to strap our pooch but bad habits are hard to break. She hates it... Thanks for sharing.

[@leslietodd3804]

We’re thankful for Owen’s driving skills. We’re thankful all three of you are alive and well. God bless you all.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I am also very thankful for Owen’s excellent driving skill, it kept us safe that day for sure. Thank you for the wonderful comment. Stay safe.

[@BillSprague]

Oh my, praise God you’re okay! Life is indeed short. Be careful out there. Hattiesburg is where I was born 76 years ago.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We praised God everyday! Thanks so much for watching. Be safe out there.

[@herdfan697278]

Amen! Your Heavenly Father was watching out for you all! Thank God you are alive and well!🙏👑

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We were very blessed and grateful that we were not injured. Thanks for watching. Stay safe and healthy

[@mariogritzalis1]

Wow, Owen &. Lynn, That was a very scary moment for you all, as a RoadTrek owner I felt for you at what happened that moment, yes you were alert and handled it well. We try and avoid Express Ways and I see you do too, but a lot of times we have to use them. We know you are at Home now, as we are too, and will look forward to your Travels in the near future that we enjoy so much watching. Big Hug to Maggie. Stay safe my friend.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts, we.appreciate your kind words. It was a very scary moment for sure, it makes you realize how lucky we are and how easy it is for things to change in a few seconds. We are very thankful. Stay safe out there.

[@MemawsMatters]

Glad you all were ok. Prayers for those folks that were behind you. Glad your angels were on duty! What a low water bridge at the SP😳 but that place was beautiful.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We are very thankful our guardian angels were watching over us that day. We appreciate you following along.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks so much

[@ncdean62]

Very thankful you two are ok! Owen's superior driving skills and a good handling van made all the difference. I too have been riding a motorcycle for over 40 years. Doing so definitely sharpens one's driving skills. I'm curios what you'll do once you run out of prerecorded content. " Cooking with Maggie?" " Watch Owen do chores around the house?" "Log crossing?" Whatever you do I'm sure it will be entertaining!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Somehow we didn't answer your comment... sorry. Those days on the motorcycles make you pay attention more even when driving for sure. We've tried to modify the content to add segments every week and tried to keep it interesting. Things are different now for sure. Hey, you're one of our most loved commenters but not subscribed... did you know that? :-)

[@ncdean62]

@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle I've enjoyed all your videos and have been subscribed since day one?

[@doingitwithnothing]

Welcome to my state... we just East of Natchez Ms about 45 minutes off hwy 84 at the farm ... done many trips up the NTP always see things never seen before... there’s a lots of places to camp in Mississippi especially over the eastern central part (but every thing shut down now)

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for sharing your comment. We loved everything we saw in your beautiful state. We appreciate you watching. Stay safe and healthy.

[@CanadaFree.6014]

Funny story - we pulled into a Cracker Barrel east of Bradenton back in February. There was a nice little lake next to the parking lot and we noticed a bunch of those large Muscovy Ducks (like the one the man was feeding in your video). But as I was looking out the window, it looked like one of the ducks was trying to drown another duck. I jumped out of the van and ran over, waving my arms and yelling at the dang to get off the other duck! It was pushing the other ducks head under and keeping it under! Next thing you know, that bully duck jumps out of the water and chases me all the way back to the van. My husband Wayne is sitting there laughing his fool head off and did not come to my rescue! I got on the internet later on to find out what would make a duck want to drown another duck. Turns out its a common mating practise amongst certain ducks!! LOL. No wonder he was ticked!!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

That is so funny. Thanks for making us both smile with your comment. To bad your husband didn’t video that. We appreciate you watching our videos. Be safe and stay healthy.

[@johndagricola]

I've been a M/C rider for 45yrs and I have that sense of constant vigilance when we're out on the road. I've also watched many crash videos on KZbin...enough to know that (like your incident) an accident often has nothing to do with your driving. God bless you guys...keep safe!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for the comment. It pays to be vigilance. Stay safe and healthy.

[@CranberryEssentialTarot]

Thanking God that you are okay. You were being watched over. Blessings from Maine.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I totally agree, our guardian angels were there with us and we are very thankful. Stay safe and healthy.

[@galpalsal]

You are one lucky couple, Owen & Lynn (as if you didn't already know that!). That was such an extremely close call! I bet you were glad to be home from that trip! By the way, I really like the way you're using the map and more narration of where/how you're going. I'm sure you're hunkering down in NC. Stay safe and healthy!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We are hunkering down in NC. I’m glad you are liking the map, I think it a good visual of where we are going. We do feel very blessed and know our angels were looking out for us on this trip.

[@janetfolkerts5827]

Check out the apps to look ahead at possible weather conditions: Highway Weather, Weather Bug, Weather Live. Creativity RV did a video on how she uses the weather app to plan her travels.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you for the suggestion, we will check out the video. Stay safe and healthy.

[@leeb6758]

Glad you didn't chance that log!!! I would have hated to hear that you avoided a head on collision only to be taken out by trying to cross a creek on a log! Stay safe so the adventures can continue.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Good one, you are correct that would have been bad to fall off a log. My balance is not as good as it once was plus I’m too scared of breaking these old bones. Thanks for much for watching. Stay safe and healthy.

[@jengoodyear8908]

God bless, glad you’re safe, so sorry for everyone in the accident. Prayers to all. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you so much. We appreciate you watching and commenting. Stay safe durning this crazy time.

[@glenlittlefield9869]

Whew! Glad y'all's number wasn't up. Been there done that...only I was in the slow lane cruising along with a buddy and another car came toward us in the fast lane. We made it but who knows what happened behind us. Agree riding a motorcycle teaches you to drive with a swivel head. It's been one year since a deer came out of the woods and took me out. My BMW motorcycle was totaled....I broke an ankle and had some scrapes and bruises.....with all that, we can't quit. Keep on rolling until you can't!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I agree it wasn’t our time and for that we are very thankful. I can’t even imagine hitting a deer on a motorcycle... it’s strange how those close calls are ingrained in out minds, I’m thinking it’s a good thing, it keeps up humble knowing how precious life is. Thanks for the comment. Stay safe and healthy.

[@hdlowrider5413]

❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏✝️

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks so much for watching and the prayers. Stay safe and healthy.

[@angelaisland4036]

I’m so glad you are both ok!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you so much we appreciate you watching and commenting. Stay safe.

[@Jim-jj7ys]

I've been in that situation too! Happy you guys are safe, give Happy Tails a pet for me..

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Sometimes those situations are a wake up call. Thanks so much for watching. Stay safe and healthy.

[@patriciasmith3116]

So glad you three are ok. Since the quarantine in Southern California the freeways are pretty much empty here something we’re not use to so people are driving 90 plus mph and it’s a little scary so slow down people, fallow the speed limits please.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you for sharing your comment. I can’t even imagine going 90, what are people thinking. Be safe and stay healthy.

[@penny_willow]

Thank God that y'all weren't involved in that accident. My heart was breaking for y'all as you were telling us about it.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It was a very close call that had us shook up. Our guardian angels were looking over us that day. Thanks so much for watching. Stay safe and well.

[@pamw8102]

I am so glad you are ok, I am also so sorry to hear about Lynn's mom. Bless you both.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you, my mom passed away 25 years ago and I still tear up every time I talk about it. Thanks for the comment.

[@carolkoniecki]

You guys are in my prayers! Count your blessings!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you for the prayers. We count our blessing every day. We appreciate you watching and commenting. Be safe and stay healthy.

[@cjfergi]

So glad you guys are alright. I could tell by the video how shook up you were!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We were pretty shook up. Still haunts us every now and then. Close calls always do. Thanks for caring about us.

[@WhoaNellieRVAdventures]

Wow! What an awakening! I'm glad you ended up safe and OK.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It did wake us up... and made us realize how grateful we were to have avoided the accident. Thanks so much for watching. Stay safe and healthy.

[@bekindtopets]

Glad you are safe. I'll be going full time this summer. Had the same situation happened to me many years ago. The other driver had a seizure. I accelerated too and he hit the car behind me. I'll never forget it. I too watch other cars more than most drivers.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and good luck going full time. We appreciate you watching. Stay safe and healthy.

[@maureentweedly]

Definitely an angel on your shoulders! I was t-boned two blocks from my home.....happens so fast and it takes a while to not be jumpy.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It took us a long time to settle down and not be on high alert. Which might be a good thing too. We are thankful for that angel riding with us that day. Be safe and stay healthy.

[@dianeweber7370]

Been there almost had a head on, on a 2 lane when someone was on their cell phone. Glad my hubby was behind the wheel too and a former motorcycle rider. We had tears in our eyes and wish to send hugs of support your way. Stay safe and healthy my friends.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you for sharing your experience. It does make you more grateful. Maybe that was our lesson in all this. Thanks for watching. Stay safe and healthy.

[@chrisbsworld6634]

Glad you all are safe on the road... The roads are scary... All of you be safe during these tough times...

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

The highway can be a scary place. We hope safe at home doing our part to flatten the curb. Stay safe and healthy.

[@janetfolkerts5827]

As scary as it is, we all need a reality check once in a while to remember all our blessings ! Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I totally agree. We are so grateful for all our blessing. Stay safe and healthy.

[@patrickmchargue7122]

Glad that you're safe. Any news on the trucks involved?

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you. We tried many times to find out what happened in the accident but couldn’t find anything. Thanks so much for watching. Stay safe and healthy.

[@ericgalullo2768]

Thank you for your videos! My family & I enjoyed watching your adventures very much. So glad you survived that near accident! Quick thinking and quick reflexes saved you! We’re planning a trip to North Carolina this summer,; we’ve never been and aren’t sure what’s a must see in NC, can you make any recommendations? Like the 2 of you, we very much like to get out and explore on foot. Thank you

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It depends on the time of year you visit, we have both the mountains and beaches and both are beautiful. Thanks Last spring we took a trip to the OBX (Outer Banks of NC) we have videos that you can check out to see what it’s like. We live in the mountains so they are near and dear to our hearts and it’s a good way to escape the summer heat, we don’t have very many videos on the mountains, but I think you just gave us an idea. If you let us know when you are going to visit an where you are planning to go we can better give you some recommendations and maybe we will see on the road. Thanks for watching and the comment. Stay safe!

[@ericgalullo2768]

VAN TREKKING lifestyle We have reservations for the end of June at Lake Powhatan Campground.

[@aprilmarshall6245]

God bless, safe travels!🙏🏻💕

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you so much. Stay safe.

[@Van_Liberty]

Life is short. Life is shorter than you think! When I had my 27k lbs diesel pusher coach, there was no practical way to secure my mother in her power chair, as she was handicapped. I was frequently horrified with the possibility of some kind of accident that would end up bad, so, I Always drove slower than everyone else to give myself a chance to react to any situation. My brother in law, a semi driver for a major soda company, would always end up ignoring my admonitions to stay on the right and not follow close behind other vehicles. Caused a lot of issues and I eventually relieved him from any driving assistance. He was so wired for hauling soda containers, he forgot the human factor, he could not adjust to hauling people. I always held the attitude that it's the journey as well as the destination. Just keep on going and don't let this incident you had keep you from enjoying the life you have, moment to moment. When it's time, it's time...

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you for sharing your experience. I totally agree that it’s all about the journey and when it’s time, it’s time. But we did have a wake up call and feel very grateful that we avoided this accident. Thanks for watching. Stay safe and healthy.

[@comewheelinwithjohnandchristie]

Wondering, did you stop and check on the two drivers that collided?

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We could not get back to them. Multiple pileups from the accident. By the time we slowed down to pull over distracted drivers were nearly running us off the road. We called 911 and checked in at next rest area. We were told enough witnesses. Drivers had to be cut out of vehicles.

[@comewheelinwithjohnandchristie]

VAN TREKKING lifestyle gotcha. Thank you for getting back to us. We appreciate you both trying to help. Wow. Such a scary situation.

[@annsmith6772]

So glad you avoided the accident. That would make me never get anything bigger. Find a way to put the kayaks on top.They do make foldable ones ,check them out. Also stay safe and thanks for continuing to post videos. It is nice to have a diversion in this time of quarantine.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We have been looking at the foldable kayaks, it would still be hard to load and unload them. We still have a couple more videos from this trip, I’m not sure what we will do after that. We appreciate you watching and comment.

[@douglastoney2843]

Thank God you are all safe. Did you have your forward facing camera on to record the event?

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We did not have to camera on. It would have been a good thing to have on tape. It will be ingrained in our memory for awhile. Thanks for watching.

[@robpaul2004]

Watching this video two years after it was made. Flattening the curve didn't work out so well.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

The video was filmed before.

[@lustraveller717]

That must have been so scary. We're all so glad you are safe. Prayers to the families of those who weren't as fortunate. Maggie is one ferocious dog! 😉And smart, too. Puppy pickles, that cracks me up. My husband used to call them tiparillos. Stay safe and healthy.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

It was very scary... but we are very grateful that we were able to avoid any damage. I like “tiparillos”, that’s a great name for puppy pickles. Thanks so much for watching. Stay safe and healthy.

[@lenorereed4311]

Very scary, so glad you are all safe. Wishing you safe travels & blessings. I love your videos.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you so much for you kind words, we appreciate you watching. Be safe and stay healthy.

[@jdmather5755]

I’ve been working from home for about a month, even before everything was shut down. Eventually I will have to venture out to get food and could be killed by a little bug I can’t even see. Followed you guys all around the country make note of interesting places that I want to visit. Sure hope the virus, or some random out of control truck doesn’t keep me from leaving home. Spring is arriving daily in my backyard and the birds and squirrels have no notion of the anxiety this bug is causing. I think I’ll go take a walk around the yard and enjoy this day.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We’ve been doing a lot of walking around our yard, also enjoying the signs of spring. Thank for the comment. Stay safe and healthy.

[@jeffworboys8305]

Just saw this vid. So grateful that y’all are safe. Hopefully, this will be your encounter and travels in the future non-eventful. Very sorry the other families were obviously not as fortunate.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you for your kind words. We are very thankful our guardian angel was riding with us that day. We appreciate you watching and commenting. Stay safe.

[@rvingsooz]

Thank God you are safe! What an upsetting experience. Loved the rest of the trip.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you. Close calls shake us up for sure. You just have to stop and clear your head. Glad you're with us. Stay safe. Hope you'll consider subscribing too! :-)

[@1tpmg]

Wow ! You could hear it in your voices. Glad your safe. I was on the edge of my seat watching Lynn getting ready to cross the creek. It was every bit as exciting as last month when Nik Wallenda crossed that volcano 😁

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I will admit I’m a chicken, it seemed easy until I realize my balance isn’t what it use to be... I need to work on that. I’m not sure it was very exciting. We appreciate your comment. Stay safe.

[@jmdminiaturehorse63]

They motorcycle riders are the best when it comes to avoiding accidents. I have been riding for 40 years. Don't let it get you down, when it's your time God decides.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

I totally agree that God already knows when our turn is. I’m just glad our angels were with us that day. Thanks so much for watching.

[@ftkinsella]

That looked like it really shook you guys up. I can only imagine. I’ve been there on a couple of winter days driving to work. Like you said the longer time you spend on the road the higher your chances are of getting into a wreck. But you have to live your life, your best life and you guys have shown us that for a long time now. Love the Natchez Trace State park. I’ve seen it in other travellers videos and it was beautiful. Stay safe guys. Cheers!!!

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you so much for the wise words. I don’t think either one of us has seen all we want to see so we will keep traveling until that time comes. The Natchez Trace was very interesting and I’m so glad we decided to do something completely different. It should be out this Sunday. We appreciate you following our journey. Safe safe and healthy.

[@gjhoddy]

I would have dropped a puppy pickle as that vehicle was heading my way on i10. Lord watch over these two awesome people.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

OK... you might watch too much if you know all of Owen's crazy sayings. HAHA. We almost did... next stop was a rest area for sure. Thanks for being a subscriber and being such a huge part of our journey!

[@arkansastraveler7698]

We stayed there several years ago while we took a tour of one the old homes.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

How was the home tours? I wanted to do that, but Owen was not so interested. Thanks so much for watching. Stay safe and healthy.

[@arkansastraveler7698]

@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle can't remember which one we saw, but it was one of the biggest. We enjoyed it, have toured old homes in a lot of towns.

[@terrimccain9697]

I was hit head on with a truck those r scary days glad your safe

[@terrimccain9697]

Maggie is so much fun

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Wow! Glad you're OK. Thanks for being a subscriber and being such a huge part of our journey!

[@davidstill7684]

Owen, what software do you use for editing. I use the GoPro software, but I think it is cluncky and I need to edit a lot of GoPro video. Glad you missed the F250 in Alabama. We will pray for your safety on the road. David

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks David. Believe it or not I edit in my iPad Pro 12.9. I use two apps primarily, 3 counting the Files app. I organize the footage into directories with the Files app. I edit the video with Lima Fusion. I render the video from there and open it in Adobe Rush and color correct, add titles and balance the sound. Export from there and upload to KZbin. Hope that helps.

[@davidstill7684]

@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle Owen, thanks for the information. I am not familiar with either Lima Fusion or Adobe Rush. I will check both out for sure, and thanks for the tips. You do an excellent job and we just think your channel is the bomb. Probably because we are in similar situation. My wife, Juanita, sees how Lynn keeps the van so orderly and clean and nice. She does that with our Crossfit. We are planning to go to Colorado in late May or whenever we feel safe to travel again. We are so ready to get back on the road. BTW, we watch you guys all the time. And love your Florida videos since we are both native to Florida. "Happy Tails"........ David and Juanita

[@thomashanlon9091]

I am glad you all are safe. I hope you stopped and rendered any assistance, called 911 and stayed as a witness for the police report.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We did not stop, but we did call 911. At the time we were so shook up and was afraid of a major pill up on the highway and getting far enough away not to be part of that. All I can say is we were not thinking clearly, you are correct we maybe should have stopped. By the time we sped up to miss the truck we were doing 80mph. By the time we slowed down other cars were speeding by. And then we were just too far away to safely back up on the shoulder. We checked at the rest area with HP and left our number as well. From what we heard from a subscriber who passed it was really bad... had to cut them out of the trucks.

[@mjkulczyk6409]

I'm so glad you guys are safe. After driving 50K+ miles per year for a decade, I know that shakened look and feeling. But I wanted to give you some tips to keep your pup safe. I've kept my previous dog and current standard poodle in a travel harness. After trying a number of ways of securing my dog, I found my favorite type is a wire that attaches with a quick link that can connect to your seat belt so Maggie can stay in her bed between your seats. Tonight once again it saved my pup, and ultimately us, when I slammed on my brakes, and I mean hard, to avoid a deer. She slid forward, but was unharmed. I found that any well fitting padded travel harness works. Just make sure it's snug and comfortable. Good luck and I hope this helps. www.amazon.com/Leash-Boss-Seat-Belt-Restraint/dp/B01GF69PUS/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=leash+boss+dog+car+seat+belt+restraint&qid=1586152787&sprefix=leash+boss&sr=8-3 BTW - I have a 2019 Travato G and found my pup was happiest when I put the table down with cushions and a blanket behind my seats. I attach my link to the child seat loop on the bench seats. She can watch everything and avoid the vibrations on the floor.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you so much for sharing how you keep you pups safe. I have already put it in our Amazon cart. I wish I could get Maggie to stay in the back but she just wants to be close to us, now it’s hard to break that habit. I fo think this option will help. Glad you didn’t hit that deer. We appreciate you watching and for this comment. Stay safe and healthy.

[@falcorthewonderdog2758]

What are you doing in the passing lane?

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Probably passing someone, or the road was better on that side.

[@falcorthewonderdog2758]

@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle I've been full time rving in a class A for 4 years. Best advice I can give is RVs need to stay in the right lane. No need to pass. You're not in a hurry are you?

[@davidgabrie1302]

Did you stick around and try to help?

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

We did not stop, but we did call 911. At the time we were so shook up and was afraid of a major pill up on the highway and getting far enough away not to be part of that. All I can say is we were not thinking clearly, you are correct we maybe should have stopped. By the time we sped up to miss the truck we were doing 80mph. By the time we slowed down other cars were speeding by. And then we were just too far away to safely back up on the shoulder. We checked at the rest area with HP and left our number as well. From what we heard from a subscriber who passed it was really bad... had to cut them out of the trucks.

[@davidgabrie1302]

VAN TREKKING lifestyle U did the best you could, after all you are NOT medically trained. I talked to my Uncle who is retired State Patrol, and he said sometimes it would have been more Humane to have taken out his gun and shot the people that were in so much pain and suffering then waiting for an Aid Car to come and they would die on the way to the Hospital. I know how traumatic this was for both of you....stay safe, and God bless.

[@arkansastraveler7698]

We had to take a defensive driving class in the A.F.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

That would probably be good for all of us to take. Thanks for the comment.

[@JodysJourney]

So glad you are safe. Scary. I need to train my pups to do their business by the trash can. Haha.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thank you, I’m still not convinced that Maggie knows she’s doing her business by a trash can, I think is a coincidence. We appreciate you watching and commenting.

[@twoblah1]

i take the i 10 to work everyday....and i see the most inconsiderate drivers going in and out of traffic at high speeds or texting with no regard for life. .Thank God you are okay.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Driving on interstates is what scares us most about traveling, it can be pretty crazy sometimes.

[@johnnyc4200]

Wow be careful of the dog chicken breast for dogs you give your dog.They are sharp as a razor on the edges and it can cut the dogs throat inside,I don't give my dogs them no more because of that.It almost happen to my dog.They taste so good to them they eat it fast and it can cut them.They should make them softer then they are.

[@VANTREKKINGlifestyle]

Thanks for the information, we’ve checked these out and don’t seem really sharp, you can actually break them into smaller pieces which we do a lot. We appreciate the comment. Stay safe and healthy.

[@johnnyc4200]

@@VANTREKKINGlifestyle ok u-2