Van Sort Out + Life Update - My Current Living Situation

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[@truckinghell1655]

Nothing wrong with being home with mum and dad. They go to soon and every moment should be cherished . Another belter mate might try the cucumbers myself

[@sambaker2728]

Very true

[@fishOnwithChris]

Very well spoken ❤

[@Offdutynurse1964]

Smart move, my children are always welcome back home! I’m a visiting nurse and you would be surprised what I have in my car

[@tysonsmith6384]

Fair play moving back in with your mum and dad, there will be a lot of people watching this that can’t even pick up the phone and ring there parents let alone move back in with them, trust me enjoy it, looking forward to more updates 👩🏻‍🚒

[@callumnoblett4905]

Isn't that the sad truth. Often over petty, almost forgotten arguments. My mum and dad are both still with us... Just.. Very much on a day to day basis. As you say got to savour every phone call, every trip, every laugh shared

[@nicoleaustin8616]

Moving back home or back in with family after you've been out on your own is a hard thing to do. But sometimes it's necessary and I applaud you for doing hard things and being honest about it.

[@benyoung5092]

Just an interesting bloke going around doing seemingly ordinary but interesting things! Love this channel and the things you show us, Alex!

[@just_alex]

Thanks for watching Ben!

[@mattlongley982]

Carving your own path mate! Love it! Trust me, don’t be in a rush to join the daily grind! 👍👍

[@hobbitfrdo]

I'm back living with my parents so nothing wrong with that! Life is expensive but good thing is once you get your van sorted you have your own home on wheels and take of wherever you want .

[@jasonhind4172]

The part where the oil spat in your face I rewinded it about 5 times your reaction was well funny 😁 😂 😀 😆 😄 had me in tears

[@Jammysandwedge88]

I remember those days to, growing plants in my mum and dads attic 😃

[@potatofrappe]

Don't let anyone talk down to you about moving back in with mum & dad, housing costs are so horrible in every country rn but especially england! but also I think that most people should come around more to living with their parents when their parents aren't bad people, it helps them as they get older to have you around and they can help you make sure you're eating/sleeping well. Love the update, thanks for sharing your day with us. Some of us don't have good relationships with our parents so it's always refreshing to see those relationships going well for other people.

[@omygodish3]

Both my parents were drug addicts so I was out on my own at 13 couch surfing just tell them You love them everyday and thank them for allowing to to explore your life

[@nuffinbutfishing]

Marielle and I moved out of rental and into my mums to the final few months when saving for a house. Massive help and definitely the right move. Enjoying the content regardless of how random it all is 😁

[@just_alex]

Cheers Joe. Appreciate the comment. :) Hope you’re good!

[@zacharycary8396]

I wouldn't be surprised if within the next couple months you'd be seeing more than 100k views each video. I have no idea how I stumbled upon your channel but I have watched every video since. Good luck I hope the increased traction your seeing can propel your life to the next level. God speed from Upstate NY

[@garulusglandarius6126]

You’re not in the slightest bit odd Alex, you’re definitely very intelligent and you’re embracing and living life 👍 love your channel, superb work 👍

[@spe2922]

Alex, Followed you and your brother for a longtime, I didn't just follow for the content but more your honest, straight forward and innocent personalities. Please stop delaying, you have the van, you have the ambition. Get travelling why you can, the world is changing, you won't get younger (thats the issue with time). Get on the road, go and explore, stop getting trapped. Best of luck :)

[@gamingrampage4488]

There’s just something so calming about your videos!

[@sandorkovacs9271]

sorry Alex for just watching this now, but i was gardening, mostly inspired by you i must add. i was a flower guy so far so i have 2 passionflower plants, 1 wysteria, 2 clematis, millions of bluebells, tulips, dahlias, cordilines, yukkas, etc. but we decided to do vegetables this year so ive built raised beds and the veggies are growing like nuts and im fighting aphids and slugs the organic way so its a hard battle. but im winning. so please be proud, as we are now growing: 44 cukkinis/summersquashes, 77 tomatoes (now this was due to the fact we thought that not all of the seeds will germinate. well they bloody did.) then we got beans, peas, carrots, sunflowers, cauliflowers, salads, raspberries, strawberries, sorrel, mustard, radish, onions, garlic, kale, chives, 2 sorts of parsley, surprise potatoes and this still might not be everything. and all this without a garden!!!!! all we have is a small concrete backyard. yeah its crazy 😅 as regards to you moving back to your parents, you could think that it is a stepback or a not so adult thing to do but in reality its the most adult thing you can do. because you go back, save the money and buy your own place. otherwise you would just spend all you got on rent and stuck there. which wouldnt make sense. you gotta do what you gotta do, use your assets and move forward. and doing that takes courage and humility. and i respect people with humility for they are the most powerful. i respect you a lot.

[@jaa7286]

Awesome day of spring you've covered Alex. I am a fan of this vlog style of recording. Cheers

[@mscudde2]

So jealous of your garden and bees! Your videos are excellent motivation to set off on new endeavors.

[@steveb7496]

Thanks for the update Alex. Another great watch 👍

[@ommk9650]

You're still really young buddy. Very few people your age have the means to go and buy, or even rent, their own place. Make the most of it... Enjoy life, try to save a bit and in time you can move out when you're ready. Top bloke - enjoy the van adventures! 👍👍👍

[@dan-4033]

Make sure you pat the squid dry before you put it through the dipping station. The excess moisture/naked spots you didn't cover on the squid is what causes the intense spitting you get from the oil; when the water meets the hot oil. Will save you from injury!

[@just_alex]

Thanks for the advise. :)

[@christopherplumpton9569]

Absolutely random videos and I love em. Keep it up Alex.

[@BaileyWhite]

I’m actually moving back home for a bit as well. I felt pretty down on myself for it, but your video made me feel better about the move. Thank you.

[@jiproijackers7595]

I would rather call you unique instead of odd. There is no shame in being yourself Alex. I have been enjoying your update and enjoy watching your journey to wherever that may be.

[@PeteFJ]

I moved back into my Dads house in my 20's to help save my deposit for my mortgage...sometimes backwards is forwards..also you beat me for random items, mines usually fishing related...bait, rods ect...

[@nickyhuntington5492]

Today's going be a good day, love the vids alex

[@chrisfifield-smith]

Good luck Alex, keep having fun 😁

[@SuperBotanica]

there is always an umbrella in my 24-year-old nissan station wagon and reusable shopping bags are in the back. i sometimes grow a new avocado plant with the thick core of an avocado. just put it in the ground......am in Thailand

[@marcust5014]

Your videos are so refreshing Alex love what your doing can't wait for next vid 👍💯

[@just_alex]

Thanks Marcus!

[@auzzieaustin4946]

Always a pleasure watching your videos mate, as always, I'll look forward to your next instalment! Daisy the tortoise appreciated your menu options for sure! 👍🏼

[@CyberKidXtra]

There's nothing wrong with taking a step back for the benefit of your future Alex. Love you man x

[@nigelbennett316]

Excellent content and video Alex, thanks for sharing 😁

[@heavyvoodoo]

Have a great weekend! Thanks for the upload. 👍🦬🇬🇧

[@jonbrown853]

Really liked the way you edited this. The random walk through your life was great.

[@just_alex]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jimbolowe9547]

Just happy to see you happy bro 👊🏻

[@ismaela.6973]

I am growing some lemon cucumbers and giant red beats. I hope your garden grows as big and healthy!

[@jamiedu6931]

Hope life gets better mate, we'll stick with you every step of the way!

[@TheNails3]

I loved this video! What a paradise your family home is :)

[@Audiotorium87]

Enjoy your life Alex … we have no expectations of you! Glad to see your progressing in your grow life, I’m growing lots of chillies this year and hopefully make chilli sauce. Like you said for the van, just travel init and then decide what you want to do. Always look forward to getting a notification for your videos … YOLO

[@mantisman760]

Nice little set up episode for the next one. X

[@annies8075]

Ah yes, I heard you mention in another of your videos, that you were moving back home to live with your parents. A great idea especially with the cost of living at the moment 😱. Plus, makes perfect sense with you planning on travelling in your van and gives you chance to save up mega ££££££s for the future. I was reading a newspaper article the other day, advising people what to do if they came across a swarm of bees and I immediately thought about your great video when your bees swarmed 🐝 🐝 🐝

[@f1sh3rman]

Squid for breakfast - you sir are living the high life! Well done though mate keep em coming! Loving this journey. ALSO super privileged to have been on the first proper long journey in your new van ;)

[@vaguelysober]

Always enjoyable for updates like this mate!

[@just_alex]

Back to proper videos next Friday. :)

[@tee-jaymcculloch9263]

Love it mate can’t wait for the next video

[@mikkiturquand4431]

I came to my parents house (the house I was born in) in 2003 and I’m still here 🤣. Loving the videos, back in the day I had a strange assortment of stuff in the back of my work van from obviously the rooms of my to baseball bats gloves and baseballs ⚾️, big calor gas bottle and a two ring gas hob with a grill to make cheese on toast. Finished off with a change of clothes. 🤣🤣 P.S. by the way the plant around you door is a Montana. I have it along my fence it’s gorgeous. 👍🏼

[@RichardStefanits]

I have an extreme amount of stuff in my van which is a mix of a camper and a toolbox, but you are on a good way getting there :D

[@davidhempkin2402]

Look forwards to watching this later alax 👍

[@runerune-_-9727]

And that squid looks so delicious!!! 🙂 and btw those cucumbers growth on 5 days is like optimum conditions, well done!

[@alexandertsigaridas5411]

You're not alone. You've got your squid!!!

[@keithlivingstone2525]

Tip....don’t water plants in the heat of the day. Water either at the beginning or the end of the day when it’s cooler. I learnt that a while back. Anyway, must get up and water my plants 😁

[@just_alex]

Thanks for the info!

[@Rossifan2011]

Never pay any mind to being “odd” or “weird” the world would be so dull if everyone was the same!

[@omygodish3]

Only been a day and I’m checking back everyday to make sure we don’t miss anything 😊

[@craigloveridge4833]

Can’t wait to see you camp in it! 👍💪

[@JensS94]

In my car I always have a foldable chair, little foldable shovel, tape, toiletpaper, a jacket, garbage bags, ratchet straps, first aid kit, bottle of water and some dried fruit and nuts. This all fits under the false floor of the boot. Don't need things often, but even for once a year it is all worth carrying it around for me 😉

[@razorrs25]

I like your channel man! Entertaining

[@zXaio]

Mate, I think I said it before. But your videos are some of if not the best on KZbin. You encapsulate the best parts of a vlog but partner it with you doing things your passionate about so the video always ends up being beyond enjoyable. Can’t wait for the more vids to come

[@just_alex]

Thank you. Many more videos coming soon!

[@rares8219]

Great video,Alex

[@just_alex]

Thanks!

[@marialorenavillanueva5342]

Enjoy life..dont be in a hurry..its good to be with mum and dad...

[@SouthHill_]

A cot, a pizza oven, a beehive and a bag of squid. An interesting combination of stuff.

[@nebusnevermore]

Love all your vids! You're awesome!

[@just_alex]

Thanks for watching!

[@gingeboy7469]

Loved the video Alex 👍 this really helped me with my anxiety and mental health I’m so pleased I found your channel you always make me and my nephew smile because how funny you are 👍😃wish you all the best

[@just_alex]

Glad I can help! 😊😊😊 Wish you and your nephew the best too!

[@gingeboy7469]

Thank you have a good day

[@iboy35]

Did you really put the empty plastic bag (lettuce) back in the fridge?!? 🤣 Super refreshing video and top editing! Bravo, here it awaits the continuation of your adventures

[@robsvanlife8239]

great video mate 👍

[@michaelhope7482]

What a shame you have to leave that part of the country,having been born and raised there it has a lot to offer.But it is expensive.looking forward to many more of. Your stories

[@lucamulholland-llado5332]

good job!

[@diwarburton5369]

I love Daisy, she is adorable.

[@jonappleseed5270]

another great video. thank you alex ❤

[@just_alex]

cheers for watching!

[@meraioanvasile3635]

just as info. do not whet the plants when is really hot, do it in the morning or in the afternoon

[@woox69]

Next time you fry stuff with that put a piece of cork so the oil don´t blow up. Keep the good work.

[@ShortsamG15]

Cool video Alex 👏

[@just_alex]

Thanks!

[@monkeybrains]

good choice returning home, save some cash. done it myself a couple times to get back on my feet. appreciate your parents, make some memories.

[@joseff_evans]

That oil situation🫣 happened to me, I used to work in a pub kitchen I was battering cod for the first time, got overly confident.. and started using my hand undead if the tongs and it slipped out of my fingers into the oil ended up having a massive splash back right in the eye/face luckily it didn’t do anything.. close call though😅

[@markwilliamson660]

Great video once again 🙌👍🙌

[@just_alex]

Thanks Mark!

[@cootason]

lovely home mate no wonder you want to move back :)

[@karmacurio3967]

beautiful video ...organic love it .

[@frankgallagher7812]

Not the average grow room you see in a loft space 🤣😭 love the randomness of your vids, keep it up mate 👍🏼

[@JumboWatts]

loved it x

[@YsMusic_Official]

He’s going fishing again let’s go

[@ameliamavor411]

Love your Channel! Can you pls post more videos on the van to camper conversion! Thanks

[@just_alex]

Yeah, I was filming the camper conversion video today, it's coming soon!

[@MrAnderson321]

Good for you mate, save some pennies.😎 Me and my wife always look forward to your videos, keep them coming Alex.

[@just_alex]

Thanks for watching!

[@kjp1232]

Mobile beehives are the way forward👌

[@ransi_07]

Underrated!

[@team3383]

Go camping in the van to Scotland and enjoy it. Have a jotter where you can put all your requirements for the future van build. Think twice about it. Prepare everything and plan it out. Do the van build in the winter months once you have minimised it all down and seen what you DO need and what you DON'T. Ready for 2023 travels abroad. It works for me and I've been doing it for years like that. You'd be surprised at the amount you can do without. It all fits into one small box. PC/Phone/toilet bag/knife and fork and spoon/Cuttlery - then one bag of clothes with a towel and a bed. A solar fan and a solar shower and you're up and running. Do paint the roof white and get ventilation though if you're going anywhere hot. Black vans cook in the summer. Oh: And I have a cool box with an extra car battery if I'm living away for more than a week + 5 litre clean water supply and a portable "bog" for emergencies. Cheers.

[@colly7912]

Good random vid mate. Get that van converted 🤪👍

[@just_alex]

I started converting today!

[@kapaelingles4603]

What about buying an Awning for the van? Be like having a Bivvy strapped on giving extra external space to sleep/eat/work.

[@rambofpv4402]

Best not water plants in the heat of the sun - stick to morning or evening. From one gardener to another 👍

[@djangowiddowsonjones]

I LOVE DAISY!!!

[@TheTelblackwell]

😆 when that oil splashed

[@just_alex]

It was painful but funny to watch the footage haha!

[@dickosaquatics8314]

Alex just as a little well not tip but just something good to know ,, when you pop round Carl's grab a 5 litre bucket fill it with some pond water, like steroids to the plants mate 🤟🤟

[@paulbarnett80]

Hey Alex gday mate from Brisbane Australia I’ve watched all your vids mate your vids are brilliant just saw you clean your van out and you had that squid in your van You should do a squid catch and cook vid one day

[@kekoamaunakea4473]

In America, families have to stick together in order to afford a place to live. Rent in California is extremely out of control, and has worsened since Covid-19.🏜🌵Great video Braddah!!🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@leejamesphoto]

Im driving to Scotland from Essex tomorrow morning mate!

[@just_alex]

Enjoy the road trip!

[@leejamesphoto]

@@just_alex It was amazing mate i hope you enjoy your time there aswell :)

[@Sir0blivion]

Avocados don't grow true to seed, so that one may not yield any avocados, or it may just yield awful ones. But it's still really cool that you are taking a chance and growing it! :-)

[@UnseenSpirit]

How would you grow one then? Cheers

[@ralphrohr]

1. That squid Was not in a cooling bag? Fresh seafood? 2. Don't water plants in the boiling Sun. wait for the evening or do it in the morning. the water Drops can be work as a lens and burn the plants. And there are some plants who loves being watered at their feet and not from the top. Ask your dad about it. It is a wise decision to go back to your parents. As far as i could see in the Videos they are really cool parents and did a great Job raising you and your brother Carlito.😂😂

[@wokenup5273]

Alex what light did you have your seedlings under? Also ive been told its best to water plants late evening or early morning. Wether this is true or not. Great to see you still doing your fishing. Best wishes

[@patchthesinclair5896]

In high sun drops of water on a leaf can be like a lens and cause heat damage t foliage.

[@dt1607]

Seems like a Wise Move 🥩🐝🐟✔

[@Abeyptfc]

Nice one Alex! Whereabouts in Scotland are you heading? If you plan on coming to Skye then give me a shout! cheers big man.

[@Team_cat6.]

If very hot buddy water flowers when the heat / sun goes down as could burn them

[@reecesmall6187]

Squash racket, high viz overalls, dog bed, rigger boots

[@just_alex]

Interesting mix of stuff.