This is NOT What I Expected in San Felipe/Mad Dash for the U.S Border

[@elsaramirez5356]

The young Man at the grocery store said "Hasta luego, buen día.". He was being polite.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

That makes much more sense. Thank you!!!

[@paulao7022]

We will soon have a new prez in the oval office. Things will change for the better.

[@redwoods7370]

@@paulao7022 🤮

[@missylearned9821]

Agreed.

[@queserasera1674]

@@paulao7022 Everything is going to get more expensive; ie taxes, food, energy.

[@babyWillow2009]

Seeing dolphins always put a big smile on my face! Such a peaceful creatures. Beautiful to see them swim in such calm water. Wish our world was calm.

[@jordangloss]

The Sea of Cortez video was gorgeous. The water blending with the sky - like it just went on forever. The flying fish, the abandon area, the seashells - Sweet Sadie and her massive wood toy... :). Just fantastic (aside from the flies!). Thanks for the lovely vacation. America, as well as many other countries, have changed dramatically over the last 4 years. This has taken it's toll on certain freedoms and the bodies, minds and spirits of the people. But that's a discussion for another day. Meanwhile...we must all do what you do. Appreciate the present and find joy in it.

[@sky02148]

Saddie is such a beautiful smart dog, I think she was protecting you when the coyotes came into camp. Thanks for sharing. Love yah Nancy

[@tigermoon44]

Girls adventures are the best because you show the details that are missed by folks who vacation hard and fast because they don't have much time! Two months seems about right. Thanks for sharing!

[@charlottewilson4680]

Have so enjoyed this trip to Mexico. I feel you all have shown the good , the bad and the ugly. Thank you so much.

[@colleenG.]

Wow, thank you for giving us a beautiful view of the Sea of Cortez....

[@PRINCESSDREAMYLYN]

if you want to see the Sea of Cortez from an ocean view Salt and Tar have some amazing views from their sail boat. It is an interesting place to explore for sure.

[@noyopacific]

I've spent quite a lot of time in Mexico. I recall after one long stay I was driving home and stopped at a highway rest stop outside of Bakersfield, CA. I chuckled to myself when I found the restroom was clean, nothing was broken, the toilets had seats on them and there was even toilet tissue provided ! Don't get me wrong, I do enjoy Mexico, but it does require some adjustments.

[@vanyaduncan]

Hi Carolyn, I'm an American international school teacher living and teaching in China for the past eight years (prior to that I lived in Mongolia for three years). When my daughter graduates from high school here, I will retire from teaching (but tutor online) and go full time RV! We still have three years left in China, though. I discovered your channel after you visited Terlingua, Texas- one of my favorite places in the USA. Watching your channel is my happy place. My teenage daughter watched some with me, recently of you shopping at the grocery store in Canada. She thought I was nuts to be so enthralled by an ordinary grocery store trip. I thinks she's nuts for watching videos of other people playing video games (not playing them, just watching others play them). So we decided we understand each other better. Your RV travel videos are my virtual RV fix! I really enjoy the quiet moments and scenery as much as your narration. Thank you so much for creating this channel and these videos. They bring me inspiration. I recently became a member to show my appreciation.

[@cherylross4238]

Love your videos and showing how other people live. The different land and water! I lived in NM Rocky Mountains in the summer and hiked almost every day, always taking the trail less traveled!

[@carrief7342]

Hi Carolyn! Thanks for taking us along on your trip! 🥰

[@careycraig4360]

Great Video!! I new the BAJA was a desert like environment BUT your Video gave me a Clear Understanding of just what type of terrain this actually is. It is this type of RV Video experience that can get a person really thinking of their next adventure!!.

[@AllYouNeedIsLove601]

Loved it (almost as much as Alaska)! Lots of fun and interesting locations and content. Quality as always. Thank you for sharing. 👏🏼🥰

[@laurenkeon3267]

Have loved these videos of Baja. I love my USA (I’m a 72 year old female and I’ve left a few comments here and there thru these years with u), and the freedoms I enjoy vs so much of the world, but yea, it no longer looks or feels like the USA I grew up in. Makes me very sad . Fear has replaced the joy in so many people’s lives. I too loved Mexico, the people and the desert beauty. But I’m not brave like u. BUT I AM working g on it cause I need to b and feel more independent with traveling solo . You do ‘nature’ perfectly, the photography is stunning and I love that u capture the beauty in even the simplest of what life has for us out there. Take care. Sadie girl, you have the perfect life. 🐾❤️🐾

[@dianaj3139]

When I am in Mexico I do NOT miss Walmart, Safeway/Albertsons, Fred-Meyer, Starbucks... any of those... So yeah... When I come back after 3-4 months in Mexico I do not rush out to the store.... after being back a Month I am ready to head back down to Central Mexico though... It's nearly the same temperature all year... just a dry or wet season... I miss them both!!

[@maytedeferrare8353]

Tons of coyotes here in Arizona where I live too . I walk my dogs about 2 hours a day. Recently they have taken an interest in one of my dogs that is about Sadie's size. My other dog is huge. I became very concerned so I purchased a can of Mace. It won't hurt the coyotes but can save your dog in an emergency ambush. Just a suggestion. ❤

[@maggiesfarm7970]

What kind of dogs do you have?

[@maytedeferrare8353]

My smaller dog is a pit/lab. My big dog is a super sized Rottweiler with a bit of shepherd.

[@SmittyAZ]

AZ is open / closed carry.

[@paulao7022]

Coyote's, will attack her & kill Saddy. Coyote's do attack human's. Coyote's, can have up to 8 to 10 pups with each litter , each spring. They breed, in February & have their young, in April. They will chase their prey, innto the pack, that is waiting up ahead.

[@1527369]

Carolyn, your burst of the fire emoticons in the mist of your crazy and unruly traffic predicament made me laugh. Thanks for entertaining video.

[@CBeard849]

I visited San Felipe 40 years ago.......and it looks like nothing has changed at all.

[@underthetornado]

I agree

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

The first time we went to Mexico I had to lay in bed at night so I can hear the lightweight curtains rustling in the breeze and the best sound ever, the ocean lapping onto the beach. So thank you for just letting nature fill the air, it sent me to my ‘happy place’💞💞. Those islands in the sea of Cortez looked like icebergs!

[@pamplant3610]

They are actually large rock formations. No islands. Sorry😊

[@cassyharrison3592]

What a great adventure! I enjoyed tagging along with you!

[@BJs40ACW]

I just ran across your channel yesterday, and watched all your videos from start to finish on your trip to Baja. Thank you for taking me with you via video and especially getting me back safe, lol. I have never been outside of the USA, but who knows, maybe I will some day. Thanks again.

[@mariaolalde-cu3gs]

Love Love ur travels!! I love that u camp away from campsites where there is peace and quiet.

[@thegroovypatriot]

The US is the best. And we're lucky to be able to freely go to Baja (which is amazing). I went to Baja in the 90s and it was even less developed. It was so cool

[@mariondiemert430]

31.22 I saw the dolphins! Many of them too. Great videos, thank you. Hugs to you and Sadie.

[@danasimcho310]

I had to laugh when you were looking at the collected shells that people leave for others to enjoy. I love rocks & stones, so it's a good thing that I don't live in an RV because it would be so loaded down with rocks that the back bumper would be dragging down the highway!😂 PS- Sadie is adorable!

[@bobmirror7164]

Ha ha ha. Yes it is fun to go to Baja but I kiss the ground every, so to speak, time I return to the USA.

[@carolclover1238]

Excellent video

[@annmariesikorski]

Me too! On one particular time out of the US working,(and it was not Mexico, I prefer not to say what country) I actually DID kiss the ground. I was SO glad to be HOME in the United States....

[@thegroovypatriot]

People don't realize how good we got it here.

[@SandiJessen-e3e]

We have it so great here! 👍💕

[@soredem]

don't ever go back to Mexico then...

[@pamplant3610]

Loved diving in the Sea of Cortez. Water was so clear, fish were absolutely beautiful. Where I saw my first sea urchen and baby squid. Was amazing.

[@rhodesia1980]

You got to get that windshield fixed before it spiders out more

[@monicaluketich6913]

I have never been south of the US border, so watching this video was fantastic to see. The ocean and islands were fantastic! Thank you for taking me along with you.

[@bertanelson8062]

Loving Mexico. Been here 4 years. Never going back. Glad you had a good time with what you saw & experienced.

[@terribee9193]

enjoyed all the videos of your trip around the Baja area. The dry, desert climate has never been my favorite region but is sure was fun to see it from your viewpoint. Thanks for the adventure.

[@bluebird7470]

I absolutely LOVED this RV trip to Mexico. You do a fabulous job capturing your adventure and editing it for our enjoyment. I can’t wait for your summer adventures

[@natsonline]

SO SO BEAUTIFUL CAROLYN. THANKS FOR SHARING!!

[@naomasmith9662]

Sadie's the best!!! You've helped me to recognize the need to give my little Arrow (Jack Russell, Terrier mix) as much freedom as possible. 😊❤

[@heatherwhatever7714]

Tears. I loved going there with my family for years.

[@sally_forth]

Hey Carolyn! I hated dealing with valve stem extensions. They always ultimately failed. I found a shop in Quartzsite that custom made valve stems for my duallies. It’s been great and easy for me to top up with my Ryobi 1 compressor. Just an FYI.

[@SharonSandlin-s6p]

I love your videos It is almost like I’m at all of the places you visit the way you explain things and the history of all the places you are a great host

[@SpknTC13]

Another cross country trip, woo hoo!! I really look forward to your spring/summer travels. Hope you left enough energy in the tank to share our small towns on the highways & byways. Cheers! ~M

[@luvmuz40]

Hi Carolyn, I really enjoyed your videos on your trip to Baja. I can't believe it's been 2 months since you went there. But I have a question that you can either answer here or on your live. Did you feel safe there? Especially compared to the U.S. I know you've mentioned that the locals were very friendly and you felt more free there so did you feel safe as well? Thank you.

[@lucystrider728]

I had a coyote join us at our campfire in the Rockies. It just sat there for a while choosing our company. It was an extraordinary experience. However, it was not in a pack and was sitting calmly so we felt comfortable just enjoying the gift of the shared moment of peace with our unexpected visitor.

[@debbiemetke5938]

Thank you, Carolyn! I've always been curious about Baja. You've scratched my travel bug.

[@judyzeigler3980]

I love your dog. He is fun. And beautiful.😊

[@JbirdL2233]

Great trip! Loved your Baja trip. Thank you for sharing!

[@niecek.6473]

We went through a crazy check point years ago before Mexicali from Rocky Pointe, plus we hit a horrible pot hole and crossed our fingers all the way to the border, then replaced the tire in the states. I was a nervous wreck because there was nowhere to pull over to get help. Another great video on your last day 🎉 ❤

[@michelleglidingswan4334]

Wow. I would've loved to gone with you and Sadie on this adventure in Mexico, as I'm sure many of your followers would! Thanks for sharing.

[@Christina_the_Astonishing]

I live in Tampa,FL and when I go to the corner store, it's the same thing! They point to the total because speaking English is too much trouble!

[@robertmc9428]

Beautiful cyber vacation. Thanks Carolyn 👏🏻👏🏻

[@CarolynsRVLife]

You are so welcome!

[@allencheck501]

Had to watch it again carolyn, funny you were talking about concerts we both saw some of the same concerts i saw black sabeth, uriah heep,jethro tull, stepin wolf, buddy miles, bob dylan, chicago, could go on for a while but i think we did see some of the same still am obssesed with your trip to baja, i bet its something youll never forget super cool! Hope i run into you down there next time，take care see ya on the next one❤❤

[@lynnkalles2055]

Carolyn, i truly love your sick sense of humor. 😂😂😂😂 here in western Washington state we've had a problem with packs of coyotes. They run if you throw a couple of lit fire crackers❤

[@lmlowe9100]

When traveling in the states, every Discount Tire store has free air fill stations, that can accommodate most RVs and they do it for you. They're the only place I buy my tires. On the east coast, mostly NY, their stores are called Dunn Tires...same company. FYI...The bucket under the hose was to allow the fuel to flow better...not a leak.

[@skypastle]

Whenever I go down to Baja, I feel like I've gone back in time. I love it so much! And then I love coming home! Lol

[@jtaylor9990]

Thank you for your hard work in making this video. Beautiful scenery! I get to travel via your channel to places I couldn't see otherwise.

[@patricia753]

Caroline, those jumping fish are also found now in Wisconsin lakes! They are an invasive species, I think from Asia. Great video. Thank you

[@lolasaxby1399]

Sadie will miss getting to go everywhere too

[@Kimmbberr]

I just loved everything about this trip to Mexico. I am definitely going to learn how to go into Baja from you next week. Thank you for always sharing the good and not so good about your adventures.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

So glad! Thanks Kimber!

[@sueweis1489]

❤❤thanks for sharing your Mexico travels. Really enjoyed the videos

[@bettydanico2959]

Thanks so much for this adventure. I’ll never go there myself. Beautiful photography ❤️ it’s been quite educational 😍

[@lju5001]

What I wouldn’t give not to see a Starbucks for two months! Thanks for the trip!

[@CarolynsRVLife]

You bet!

[@ROSIEH007]

Thanks for all your videos and comments. Enjoyed. See you later.

[@TBTRUGGY]

Not spring break. You were in the technical inspection for the San Felipe 250 off road race.

[@kathleendanford9420]

Wow you are right a great deal of plant life. Yes finally caught up with you again last I saw you were in the woods in america. Resubscribed❤

[@Bluelady4848]

Hi Carolyn! I totally enjoyed watching your trip to and from Mexico. Such beautiful and interesting places to see! The people were so laid back and kind. You and Sadie truly are living the dream.

[@mollyclum2302]

I found your videos just as you were prepping to head to Mexico. I really enjoy them and very much agree with some of thoughts you have.

[@hennagal7360]

Great video - can anyone tell us what the scuttling creatures were on the rocks at the beach ? @16:47m thanks

[@Storytimeadventures321]

Thank you for sharing ❤😀

[@jcbuffalogal1328]

You have raised a great dog! Way to go Sadie and Carolyn!

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thank you so much!

[@glogloe1797]

This trip was just awesome! I know Baja from S.D. border up to San Quentin. My parents were retired in a little town from about 1995-2017 so I became familiar with the area. They weren’t far from San Quentin. I like the “The Old Mill” hotel/restaurant. The whole town knew my dad, he was a social guy and well liked. He gave monies for local causes. I have great memories of that Baja region of San Quentin.

[@HerCalifornia]

Another great video- your spicy personality is always entertaining. Thank you for creating and sharing!

[@BonnieMartin-s7s]

Glad your home safe and Sadie too.

[@tonyastokley5165]

Why not get you a viair air that you hook to your battery in case you wake up with a low or flat tire ? Look em up ! They have the ones with the fittings for the double tires ! Just to have one on hand I love mine !

[@larajackson7506]

Im glad you and Sadie are safe! Thank you for sharing! Continued prayers and love for yas! ❤😊

[@deborahhymer9315]

Love how the sea and the sky run together.

[@susie9010]

The bucket was to hold the hose up so it flows better. If its laying on the pavement, it doesn't drain that great.

[@lolasaxby1399]

Awesome video! Congrats on your rv anniversary ❤

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Thank you!! 😊

[@mavisgillard653]

Sadie ran to you I think because you are her pack!! ❤❤ I am glad nothing happened to her or you!!

[@jackieknoll9818]

How special is that that Sadie ran to you. that is your bond.

[@marilynbubb-yh5yk]

Welcome home. Thanks for the adventures, I enjoyed it.

[@PrincessofErised]

Thank you for calling it a new "chapter" in life. So tired of folks calling it a "season" (it screams pulpit). Besides, we can have lots of chapters in life, but only 4 seasons. I am more complicated than that. lol Thanks for the great vids.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Yes!!!

[@LiveLifeCreating]

Grat videos of your trip to Mexico. I enjoyed following your journey. Thanks for sharing. Kathy

[@kenbell5841]

Actually, if you saw "Bodega Aurrerá" you saw Walmart(and there is one in San Felipe) it is a Mexican discount store owned by Walmart de México. Though many Aurrerá stores were converted into Walmart, both Aurrerá and Bodega Aurrerá names survived.

[@rhondatraywick3724]

Love your Baja vids, welcome home! Safe travels to you and Sadie!!!

[@ronnyfoulk1858]

Thanks for the adventure and your company.

[@zpgreene9803]

Very nice video...if I was me, I would do the same thing run from the spring breaker. Run Carolyn...well done

[@yocelin1087]

Hi, Carolyn! I love watching your videos. Welcome back to the U S A 😊

[@cacatr4495]

Proper Pronunciation for Ocotillo: Oak oh tee' oh Tucson, Arizona native here, in the Sonoran Desert. :) Deer and other animals eat the blossoms, and folk add the blossoms to salads or eat them from the stalk. Deer stand on their hind legs to reach the tall blossoms, and small creatures climb the arms of the Ocotillo to get to them. :) One might not think we have deer in the desert, but we do, Mule Deer are the largest, then Whitetail, then the diminutive Coues Deer. We have all 3 species at Sabino Canyon, along with Cougar and the full Sonoran Desert complement of creatures, and believe it or not, sometimes Black Bear come down from the higher reaches of the Catalina Mountains, the tall and beautiful range to our immediate north. :) (For a peekaboo of Sabino Canyon and our area, you're free to see my Tucson playlist.) The yellow blooms alongside the road you were traveling were Brittlebush. :) Amazing though it is, I've never been to Baja, though many Tucsonans regularly made the jaunt down to Rocky Point for the fishing and enjoyment. I've been watching your recent videos, and enjoying them, thank you! P.S. 13:08 That's a beautiful plaid gauze top you were wearing, great color combo! Looks cool and comfy. :) 16:57 What are those??!

[@ketovida7250]

I love The Sea of Cortez “ the aquarium of the world” I’m building a house on the other side of the Water, my plan is to retire there❤ Thank you for sharing 🤗

[@Carmencita1464]

Very nice video as always. You and Sadie loving life. Safe travels ❤❤

[@2SelfBTrue]

I sure enjoyed your Baja trip. It was amazing. You did a great job of videoing and narrating. The total wildness of Baja compared to the legislated states of America is an eye opener. Living her I just got used to the laws and rules and the control our country is putting on every America. NO choices, I have to agree or go to jail. Ha, The freedom you experienced is almost like it was when I was growing up the freedom of our little ranch town. Not the city life. Now the laws and lawyers own us. It will be interesting to see what happens this year in your life and if you are able to make the trip again next year. thank you

[@conchscooter]

What I miss about van life in the US are the turn outs, rest areas, panoramic overlooks boat launch ramps and all the attendant picnic tables and roadside sitting areas. We’re in Colombia and it’s almost impossible to find a spot to just pull over and stare at the incredible Andes peaks and canyons as the roads are wedged inside cement drains and you can’t get out even if there is a flat area. That’s what I’m looking forward to when we get back from South America. Weird huh?

[@janinedevilliers510]

Thank you for sharing your amazing trip with us. I really enjoyed everything you shared with us. It seems one big takeaway is that the people are more free in Mexico. Poor but more free. Petrol/gas and diesel cost a fortune in Germany. And South Africa. Isn't that what we all want. Not dangerous freedom, just to be free to live how we want to. Incredible nature out there. Thanks for showing us the shea shells, there were some beauties. I love to look at the pebbles, sand, drift wood, shells, flowers, plants, etc. The jumping fish and dolphins were amazing. Sadie deserves a good life and your are really giving her the best life a dog could have. You can see you love eachother. She is such a good dog, I love her. She is very smart and loves to run free and explore. She was super smart to warn you about the Cayotes. I thought the end of your trip was going to have some sort of military danger going on, or an attack that you or your group experienced to make you run for the border, or maybe fleeing from people chasing you. 😮 I'm glad it wasn't anything dangerous. Just the Mexicans partying in full force on the streets it seems. It was too noisy, chaotic and crowded. Sometimes, you have to listen to your intuition if things don't feel right. And now you are all safely back in the USA. Great going. It was a good idea to travel safely in a group with good bestlies. I hope you can take a rest. Fix and check everything on the vehicle. You went through some tough experiences. The vehicle sinking into sand and it took a hammering getting out. Potholes, rough sand roads, and general wear snd tear. Clean the vehicle inside and out. Wash everything. Sadie probably also needs a good bath after all her escapades. Repack and reorganise. I like to do that after a trip. Take everything out our camper van and clean after a long trip. The last long trip we did was to Italy last year in July 2023. I haven't actually cleaned out our van since the trip. I need to do it as soon as the weather gets better in Germany. The cold, rain and mud have been relentless for more than 6 months. So, while we were in Italy at Lago di Garda, we were hit by a freak weather event. Hail the size of golf balls and tennis balls came down after 11pm at night. That ruined our vehicle and trip. It took 4 months to get the insurance guys out, and get the vehicle fixed. I had to rush back to school so didnt have time to get stuck into the vehicle. It is time for a huge clean and maintenance check now that spring is here. Have a good rest and time back in your own country. Hugs to you and Sadie from Germany. 🤗🌅💗🌵🐕‍🦺⛱️

[@KatMac5]

"a pack of coyotes just sittin' out havin' coffee"... I think I need to make a batik t-shirt of that! lol :) 32: 40 or so.. :)

[@SooperTrooper100]

The dude was using a bucket to keep the hose off the ground and possibly to give it a bit of a lift so that gravity can help with the unload process.

[@wildheartwanders]

Pretty sure those fish were jumping that high out of the water to avoid some large predator underneath...

[@bobmirror7164]

Finally watched the whole video. The washed out beach camp, I considered a "diamond in the ruff." Everything has changed now that the highway is in. Great spot.

[@TheJudgyBeagle]

Mexico is one of my favorite countries. I've been several times as a backpacker, but never in my van with my dog. My apologies if I've missed it, but can you please do a video about how you got Sadie into Mexico? What sort of paperwork you need and what happens at the border. Love your content and your commentary. Edit: I just finished this video and will be watching your live stream on Sunday when you explain this and more! 😊

[@Charliegirl8645]

Hi, what were the wee things crawling all over the rocks at the sea of Cortez?

[@CarolynsRVLife]

I have no idea.

[@Charliegirl8645]

@@CarolynsRVLife they were weird looking wee things lol thanks 😊 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@margopack6343]

Just found your channel, love it!! By the way your dog looks like a McNab, is she? I have 2 McNabs and she looks a lot like them.

[@CarolynsRVLife]

Her DNA says she's about 4% McNab! 54% Border Collie :-)

[@lorrisbits]

I loved seeing the beach it was stunning, but also sad, mother nature can be careless. Nice I found you, a bid thumbs up!

[@celiamarin562]

OMG Carolyn I have enjoyed this whole trip to MEXICO thank you so much for the awesome adventure and I'm definitely looking forward to your next one😀

[@aananimity]

I still listen to Metalica @ 60++ Saw them a few years ago w/my DD & 24 y/o grandson. Won't stop rockin. 😅