Transforming Solo Female Van Life: Embracing New Beginnings

[@LaraSatoriHarris]

It happened because you're delightful and genuine.

[@TheRubeeRose]

Brenna - I subscribed to your channel last year. You have single-handedly helped me to make my decision to go out there and join the rest of the travelling Aussies. Although I never joined your patreon and I wasn't consistent in watching all of your videos - you are an inspiration. I'm so glad you've gotten to 10k subscription. Congratulations!

[@Tessienz]

Love those wildflowers behind you.

[@shareebailey5441]

Glad you found your way. What a kind person, putting Abbie first. Take Care.

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

She is worth it 😊🐶

[@wsparks335]

We will always be here for you Brenna. In a world where so many of us struggle to identify what we really want, well done to you for working out your path and purpose. I look for for your videos every time I am KZbin-ing. 😊

[@Kiwiwanderer]

I love your voice and tone - it’s calming , intelligent , lovely energy !

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Oh thank you!

[@anoodono1841]

Know what u mean -some ladies are dull -energy and intelligence is needed -and I am female

[@Kokodagal2]

Brenna you are a Breath of Fresh Air. Thanks for being so inspiring 😊

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Wow, thank you!

[@shirleyperry8593]

Omg . Baby wipes are amazing. So long as you're bits and Bob's are clean who needs showers every day.. i sure don't shower every day when camping ❤

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Yes they are!

[@user-qb3kz4nf7s]

Not environmentally friendly though 😢

[@lindagrace2]

Bits and Bobs!! I love it. I have cleaned the bits and bobs (with soap and water) most of my life, because of sensitive skin, I only shower every three days (unless I've been gardening then I throw in an extra shower!!😅).

[@TravelsWithSadie]

Unless you are in a very humid area (due to mildew) a wet washcloth with a bit of soap works well and doesn’t impact the environment much. The environmental impacts of wet wipes are probably not much different from the impact of frequent showers, due to water usage and soap/shampoo going into sewer or septic systems.

[@shirleyperry8593]

@lindagrace2 so do I, lol. I was bought up in the bath once a week era. Changed when I grew up. So soap and water in a bucket is my go-to when camping. Unless to cold, then the baby wipes come into use. As I've gotten older, the wipes are an every night on the twinkle bits. To be sure, to be sure.

[@catherineleonard2984]

Thanks for sharing your journey! I am not a traveller, but listening to how you organize your life, make decisions and follow your heart is very inspiring. Will look forward to seeing your new content, and your artwork.

[@pattyann7803]

So happy you are in this happy settled place in your life. Will be watching to see what you and Abby’s everyday life is like.

[@susannewilliams7347]

Glad you are keeping the van. I always tell people "Brenna's van is set up the best I have seen"

[@SharonBlair-p2d]

So happy you are hanging on to van..l have an old hiace too..l got mine for 5 grand and she has never let me down...l so love how much you love your dog..Abby needs you more as she is getting older...l love watching you and Abby and your lovely van...take care

[@v_hovila]

I saw once on tv they drove a Hiace in the Ocean and back, it just kept going. My neighbour had one through my childhood for 20 years. So has Hiace ever let anyone down? 😂

[@JoanneYoung-p5r]

So are you Brenna … you are the best. So very kind caring and authentically beautiful I appreciate all your changes and am so thankful for you 🥰 sending a big hug

[@v_hovila]

I can't imagine the size of West Australia. Too big to comprehend! 😂 Greetings from tiny Finland!

[@JimmyCall]

Thank you for being honourable to your viewer base!

[@LoveLiveCruise]

I love the genuineness of you. No pretending to be someone who you are not. That’s why you have so many subscribers. ❤

[@rowdyposs]

I’ve recently discovered David Ramsay’s channel. Some of the scenarios he and his daughter discuss with the callers on their channel are astounding.

[@sherryhicks4156]

I have been a widow for 7 years. I am a part time traveler/ camper. I share my home with my son and family. I am about to embark on solo travel in a few weeks for an extended length of time. I am excited but know I will be facing some new challenges. Time is passing by, I need to get on with it. I love Dave Ramsey. He has a lot of good advise.

[@cheryl1766]

welcome back ,so good to see you. good decision on the van..every van has issues be them old or new vans..at least you know your vans history and if you keep it serviced it will serve you well. look forward to seeing Abbey in future videos . take care .

[@JustOneKnight]

Your looking very happy and well. Great to see you again.

[@helenellsworth9556]

It's best not to interact with trolls, our bodies don't need showering every single day, the bacterial growth on our bodies are good buddies

[@susanlewis1875]

Most important: You do you. I see so many KZbin creators who burn themselves out (or lose marriages to the YT life!) because they think they have to produce volume - each video better than the last, of course! I guess there are followers who need that, but I have a feeling they'll jump aboard the next bandwagon and leave their current favorites in the dust if the creators need a break or a change. I believe your followers like and respect you for the authenticity of your content, whatever direction it takes. I look forward to more.

[@jefgraham4686]

Hi Brenna , good choice to keep the van,l've got a hiace 27 years old yesterday . 765,000 on the clock and ready for my next camping adventure l'm a 65 male that will never get sick of nature ,even when it tries to kill you .

[@leeannefreeman2101]

Wonderful to see you again. Love all the flowers behind you, just beautiful ❤️❤️❤️always love hearing about your adventures ❤

[@LotusPoet]

Happy for what sounds like your wise decisions. All good thoughts for you and Abby! Looking forward to seeing more of the relaxed day-to-day here.

[@ermusas1]

good going lady, great tips

[@jackiem6037]

Yaaaay 👏👏👏 .. keeping the Van 🥰 .. I too love 💕 my 2011 Mitsubishi Express 2.4 van & am so happy & content to keep it

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

That is awesome!

[@lscostello4995]

Just found your channel and I admire how you are looking at transitions with a clearer view of your direction! Great point about reviewing whether you are really “living in the moment” as you wish to. We fall into habits without realizing possibly changing some of them! I am in the midst of that and I am quite a bit older than you! I look forward to following your channel and best wishes to you! 🥰

[@heathergrace7434]

Well done Brenna for embracing change and making space for new adventures! You will remain an inspiration to us and I look forward to seeing your next videos. I agree with keeping expenditure down, cheap and cheerful is best. Some of the good vans are a great responsibility for their owners. I have a tiny Tarago camper and my daughter has a commuter with two beds so that I can do longer trips with her, as I am 75. I think my heart will break if I can’t get out into the beautiful countryside. Vanning is my happy place! Thankyou and best wishes on your journey xx

[@elizscal8007]

What a shame you received negative feedback. I love your content , you are very watchable and I think it is wonderful what you are doing.

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thank you so much!

[@leeleek9677]

Love your posts Brenna. Look forward to seeing more of your artwork. Enjoy your travels in WA with Abby :)

[@dianebyrne8920]

Hi Brenna love your channel . Just for future reference, if you do decide to go back to Tasmania .The Spirit of Tasmania now allows you to have your dog in your cabin. I believe they may have up to 12 cabins for this purpose now . This would make the journey for a pet so less stressful.

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thanks for the tip!

[@nancyadamson6755]

I subscribe to your channel last year and I enjoyed every video you put out, I've had to make changes also to my traveling do to the cost of maintenance of my rv, but I plan on waiting till I saved more money to travel this spring on the east coast. But I hear what your saying sometimes life takes a change and you have to pause a minute and then get back up. So I wish you and your puppy dog luck in the future. I'll still watch your adventures. Until then Happy Trails

[@Bluebutterfly1122]

All the very best Brenna!

[@Kirbygal55]

Hi Brenna, good to hear your updates. The thing about life is, that it changes all the time. Looking forward to seeing your future vids. pat for Abbie.

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Yes! Thank you!

[@berilmurray9879]

I am so happy for you doing just what makes you happy, and caring for your Abby. You rock Brenna, love your videos, love your journey!!😊

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thank you so much!!

[@stevenjohannesen88]

Another informative video, and love your kind thoughts about your fur baby! Great listening to your thoughts,🦘🦘🦘🇦🇺❤️

[@dianemurillo6017]

so happy to see you and its great you have a new vision. loved hearing abby !!!! looking forward to seeing the sights of western australia and all your adventures , art, etc.

[@deborahreynolds1552]

You look amazingly happy, Love It!

[@douglashoward5738]

Looking forward to seeing future videos.

[@terripedder2753]

Hi Brenna..great to see you again. Your choice's on moving forward sound great especially about keeping your van, you know her in and out by now and she's served you well. I have a 97 hiace and she still runs like a dream. Stay safe both of you. Terri from Tas.

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thanks so much!

[@AvalonbyNature]

Sounds great Brenna and Abby ❤

[@irenepickering-p4u]

Aww brenna so nice to see you again. Great news about your future in your home. Looking forward to viewing your art work. Take care and continue to enjoy life x

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thank you 🙏

[@jazzycool2950]

I’m glad to see you back 👍🏻 on YT. Hats off to you travelling with a dog. I found it difficult on my own. I stay in caravan parks so there are lots of restrictions and my dog loves to bark at everyone and every dog he sees because he wants to play with them.

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

It has its challenges 🧐

[@coralieofjumpwithnofear]

I’m so pleased to see you finding your own way like this. 🥰

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thanks ☺️

[@bevfitzsimmonds3382]

Lovely to hear from you, Brenna! Sounds like you have made some satisfying decisions. All the very best... you are in my prayers. God bless you and Abbie. 😊❤🫂

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thank you so much!

[@createandliveyourbestlife]

WELL DONE BRENNA, love your integrity 👏🏻🙏🏻❤️ authenticity. You have an incredible state in WA to create some incredible art - some magnificent sights to see and spend quality time working on your art and personal quality time with Abby and for yourself. As my mantra and name says “Create and Live Your Best Life” and its fantastic to see you embracing what that means to you - CONGRATULATIONS, and see you on your next Vlog👍🏻👏🏻🥂🍾🎉🙏🏻❤️🙋🏻‍♀️🇦🇺

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thank you 🙏

[@Jodesnaturepics]

Looking forward to what's to come Brenna. Sounds great

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thanks 🙏

[@hughrenetaylor5412]

Would like to see more of you art, and some art tutorials would be great!

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

I will definitely share more of my art

[@NilaCee-jg5ik]

Hi Brenna I always enjoy your videos. It’s great to hear that you’re staying in WA for the moment. So many places to see and enjoy. Might see you someday down south. Greetings from Perth😊

[@anniewisecarver744]

It feels good to get things sorted 💓🙌🏼🥰

[@rubychurch3466]

I always read comments on any video, you’re right about that one. Enjoy your videos. Don’t see them all. But enjoy what I see. Thank you.

[@robynshore7942]

Hi Brenna ! You put a smile on my face! 😁

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

🙏

[@amandadaisydogwanderings]

hi brenna, good to hear how you're going and evolving. and to hear abbie's contribution too! :) look forward to what's next!

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@wandoorose]

All the best Brenna with your new direction & plans. You sound as if you are in an exciting place, having clarity & purpose. I loved your short series format for your videos.🍀

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thank you so much!

[@carolharris9609]

Hi, I have been a silent watcher for awhile now, and I just wanted to say that I am thrilled for you, to know you are enjoying your living more now than travelling and you are really happy. Yes we don’t need these negative people. I’m glad you block them, as you say we do enough in our own heads, we don’t need others adding to it. Enjoy and keep posting, and I will keep watching….oh and I love your little doggy 🐾🐾🌸🌸

[@Cruising24]

Thanks Brenna. Nice video and yes you did put a smile on my face. I love the way that you live and hope to one day have a van and live simply as well.

[@cathybreeding4603]

Brenna that sounds so good! I’m looking forward to your videos and love getting a peek into your life. Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@kyliehoneyman6304]

Lovely to see you! Wonderful thoughts shared yet again and so happy for the state of contentment you have deliberately achieved. Look forward to meeting you one day 🙂

[@bridgetoconnor7229]

So happy to see you doing so well! You even sound more confident! Best of luck with the art show! I hope you get accepted! 🙏🙏🙏 Looking forward to new videos!

[@riahall223]

Brenna, loved this video, and pleased for you that you have found your direction, going forward. I’ll look forward to watching your future videos👏👏

[@pamelaanderson1833]

Nice to see you again! I'm in two minds about starting my van life journey. Also just staying in our beautiful state. In Ravensthorpe atm such a beautiful place with the friendliest most welcoming people ❤️

[@Joyce_BellyButtonPortalPodcast]

Looking forward to all your future plans!

[@shirleyfrederickson4794]

That’s wonderful Brenna 🤗

[@janelleroguski1282]

Hi Brenna, so good to see you. Love listening to you and see you are living your best life. Look forward to seeing more content on utube of you, your art and beautiful Abby.

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thank you so much!

[@Travelbug68]

Glad you’ll still be continuing 😊💕👍🏽

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

That's the plan!

[@veronicabalfourpaul2288]

Good for you!

[@beverleydryland1146]

I'm really happy for you that you've got direction cheers x

[@FayHone-c3v]

Great video Brenna hugs to Abby😊

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thank you!! 😊

[@maureenosullivan7792]

Brenna it’s lovely to see you so upbeat and happy. Keep on keeping on! Cheers Mo xx

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thank you! Will do!

[@Sage1212]

Go Brenna... love these changes and realisations you in the process of. Slowing down and being present in the moment with your wonderful lifestyle and Abby sounds incredible. I can't wait to continue watching your journey of mindful living continue 😊 oh and yay on keeping your van... Toyota's last forever with minimal problems (thats why I have one too) 👍

[@exploringnext1111]

So good to see you!! ❤

[@elainemcintyre4407]

Good evening Brenna, so nice to hear from you again. Wishing you all the best in your new adventures, from Qld .

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thank you so much!

[@Harry11223]

Hi Brenna. Always gotta have the notes 😂. So nice to see you again. From Harry

[@deniselong6134]

i could not do what you do alone, it would make me too fearful. I will be looking forward to seeing your artwork. My husband and I are looking to travel down to south Australia next month. we might even travel to Perth. look after you and Abby.

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

You can do it!

[@SharonBell6123]

Just found you and I love your channel. Going back to start from beginning

[@banksiasong]

Great hearing about the Hi-Ace, they’re the Corollas of vans. Dear sweet Abby … I know with my OA, that it is difficult to stay in one position for long periods, and then difficult to change position. Love the wildflowers, hope you have a cool spot to be in summer. Yes we are a very big state, but since Alcoa’s cutting down the forests since 1970, WA is an increasingly warmer one. Stay well, love to Abby 🐾

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

I hope I have a cool spot too😂

[@woodrisinglass]

I'm looking forward to seeing more of you here in the future 😀

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thank you! 😁

[@letsgo2510]

When you said I have a big announcement after a month I thought "Oh No" you found a partner and there goes my favourate channel......lol.....

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Not much chance of that happening 😳

[@deeoh3708]

Good on you Brenna!! Nice to hear you are living your good life 🥰 and yes, your van should last longer now you are not doing as much travelling as well.

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

That's the plan!

[@wellnesswithfrugalmama]

Best wishes

[@catherinelauda6948]

Great plans! It’s going to be fun to see you more often. I’m a big fan of your videos, mostly because of your sincere, no shit, generous and joyful personality. I’m from Canada too and heading south Australia soon. Everything you’ve shared helped me with my planing. I will rent a Hiace delivery van for a month, and just bring some few camping equipment to make myself a little nest on wheels to explore and enjoy nature and solitude. I will take with me water colours to paint plants unknown to me and learn them names. Here in Quebec my Minivan is my refuge , it takes me to beautiful journeys in the wild. Again thank you for sharing. 🌺

[@carolcopley3639]

Wonderful to see you lady. Please follow your dreams and enjoy. I’d love to live in Australia. You certainly seem to be taking advantage of the wonderfulness there. Hope we see you again soon .❤

[@NorthofSomewhereNomad]

Just found your channel 😊 Congrats on 10,000 subs 🎉

[@katyhughes-brown4417]

Great news looking forward for the new video

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Me too 😂

[@kiaoraable]

Great vudeo, I did smile about your van and how you’re going to keep it, I have just been through similar thoughts and decided its going to continue for then next 15 years for me, which will take me through to my early 90, ill. Be happy with that. Brenna, did you know they are opening the ship to Tasmania with rooms you’re allowed to take your dog in with you, not totally sure of the start dates, just thought id mention it, you may know already. I’m a very slow traveller, stay at least a week in one spot, cheers Judy

[@youraussienomadfriends]

Hi, enjoy your videos. Hope you are enjoying each and every day. Hugs 😊

[@nessday1821]

So lovely to see you again Brenna! Looking forward to the changes….but keep ignoring the shower haters, they’ve probably never even been camping! Hugs to you and Abby xx

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

I agree 😂

[@randubnick]

Sounds good to me!

[@carolglew9065]

Love your videos ❤

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thank you 🙏

[@kimcharters1957]

You look very relaxed and happy. Now you are really 'living' in your van and not just travelling like a nomad in your van. Maybe a new series of videos of how you 'live' your days - more art, recipes, maintenance, home decor, etc. etc. - that could be an intrusion in your life however. Whatever you do and however you live, I wish you and Abby the very best health and happiness.

[@kaypisani1829]

Hi good to watch you & hope all goes well for you going forward. Cheers Kay

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thanks Kay😘

[@LynneDarlington]

Wow, you have been doing some serious thinking. I think you will enjoy the slower lifestyle. I know what you mean about living and not just travelling, and Abby will enjoy slowing down. Lynne

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

That's the plan!

[@travcat66]

Hi, just found you in Sept 24, I came into WA two weeks ago from NT, heading for the beaches lol. I drove anticlockwise over two years ago from Nsw and was only home for a couple of months when I decided to come back and visit some of the places I missed.

[@annehardy4329]

Brenna I'm so glad you are in a great place and coming back with more videos. I just love the person you are and your thoughts. Sorry Abby is slowing down but I love the ways you put her first I would do the same for my dog. I'm glad you blocked the nasty comments how does what you do effect them? When I was young in a family of eight, Saturday night was bath night. The cleanest one had the first bath and so on. If you have a good wash it does the same job. Take care stay safe glad your back.

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Thank you so much!

[@Calendula_3.6]

Hi Brenna! I don't know if you've made a video or answered a question about this already, but it would be great to have your take on how different it is being a dog lover versus being a cat one while living in a van. I mean: Are dogs easier to deal? Is a dog a protective item, besides being a family member? Living without them while on the road is (dis)advantageous overall? etc. Just an idea for a future video on this subject. 🐕

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

Great idea!

[@soundslikesweeney]

Yay Brenna! :)

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

👋

[@SteveHan-ii1us]

please be careful. god bless you

[@DeniseLudwig-h3h]

So happy you are changing for your and Abby’s best life! I agree about your van - my 2007 CRV is just fine and paid for!!! Repairs are much less than payments or a new vehicle! I’m starting to do some art and we’ll see where it leads - no experience at all here. Inspired by your art and its progression into your style. I love that you enjoy it so much! How is your book coming along.

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

The book is in the editing stage and hoping to publish by the end of the year.

[@davechristian7543]

Hi 'peace.Vanlife for eva. ( well as long as i have my lil unit to go back to in the country haha 'You have guts. take care n good to see you.. Oh n yep im still around 🤔 Thats great that u hit 10 k 'Unreal )

[@petreamccarthy8635]

Totally get less travelling, more living. I've only been doing this for about three years, but much happier with the living part. Actually find travel (which I also enjoy) detracts from time for living.

[@BrennaLivingJoyfully]

We agree on that 👍