Vanlife as a Queer Woman

[@karlischoenleber1055]

This is a good book. Does provide a step by step introduction to how to build things kzbin.infoUgkxhgbP-6hUnXu_QRaoHgLztgsI0YF3HqR0 , also does offer some steps. Includes pictures to give you ideas for layouts and such. If you are looking for a guide, this is not exactly what you want. But if you are trying to familiarize yourself with the way that pole barn building and other out buildings, are made, then this will work just as you need it to. A few things in this book are a barn (of course), detached garage, storage building, and coops.

[@daryl906]

What a humble woman, she's got an amazing outlook on life. Thanks for sharing her story!

[@ghostofreagan3181]

Daryl Humble? She's a professional victim.

[@LinnHamilton1987]

How so?

[@bargleboy]

How? She's totally taken control of her life and what she wants to do... so... ?

[@LifeWithDina]

In what way does she say she is the victim of anyone or anything? Or, i suppose it would make more sense to ask... what makes you think she is a 'professional victim'? there is the victim personality, then the creator personality. Victims relish in anger, revenge, guilt, and other emotions and behaviors that cause others - and even themselves - to feel like victims, too. Creators consciously choose love, inspiration, empowerment, and other qualities which inspire not only themselves, but all around them to continually create the lives and world they want to live in. In reality, all of us play the victim and all of us play the creator at various points in our lives. Yet few people realize just how much choice we have in which role we play at any given time. One person, on losing a job or a special relationship, may feel as if it is the end of the world and sink into terrible suffering for months, years, or even a lifetime. Another with the same experience may choose to first experience the grief, yet then accept the loss and in a relatively short amount of time move on to be a powerful creative force in their life. I think she definitely proves herself to be a creator, not a victim.

[@ghostofreagan3181]

LifeWithDina She wants to be a victim. She is a human being, but she has to call attention to the fact that she is a Certain Kind of human being. It would be like me saying I am a Heterosexual van dweller or I am a Black van dweller. Perhaps she's just young and full of herself.

[@unfabulouslyfabulous]

hey when did i start crying? this woman has such a beautiful soul and i wish her love & happiness in her life! thank you for sharing

[@AnnieRotko1]

“If you approach life like a gift, you will spend the rest of your life unwrapping presents” - there is such beauty in what she said. I will truly live by this after watching this video. What a great heart she has.

[@TheCatghosts]

Calling herself queer isn't about being a special snowflake, it's about acknowledging the differences that have shaped and defined her as a person, which is clearly the case as she goes on to explain her experiences with coming out as gay. I respect her for not shying away from this part of her life. Personally I love the build, it feels more home-y than most and has a lot of character to it. I have a feeling it's because the design is so open, and there's a lot more space to move around in. It's like a mini loft on wheels. I wouldn't trust velcro to secure something directly behind where your head would be while driving, though, but it sounds like she stays pretty stationary anyway. Looking forward to more of vanlife videos :)

[@joesurfer9754]

Yea, she was shaped and defined as a person by her sexual perversion....check.....

[@hotchicken9703]

@@joesurfer9754 go kiss your sister Joe, not everyone is as gross as you

[@LS-vo7hc]

@@joesurfer9754 Judge not!

[@SlinkyJosh]

You put everyone else's vanlife videos to shame. I can't even watch videos on other channels now because you've set the bar so high.

[@yricyric]

"Approach life as if it's a gift and you'll spend everyday opening presents." That's the best philosophy I've heard yet!

[@dkchosen]

I totally agree.

[@Windkisssed]

Oh Dylan, one of my most favorite videos EVER. This captures (my idea) of, not only, what vanning is about, but what LIFE is about!!! What an inspirational human she is. You did a great job editing and guiding the message!! Thanks much! Lauri

[@Europa1749]

abandoning your child for how they identify is about as low as you can get.

[@dontbbutthurt1746]

Many filipinos aren't accepting of how people identify themselves. Sad but true.

[@ladonnad.steele2470]

Europa 17 my son is gay...he is my baby, nothing or no one can change the way I feel about him. The only thing that would change that he would never do because he is an awesome human being. I have Seven kids and I LOVE THEM ALL, I have nine grandchildren and none of them could do anything for me to abandon them. To me all should be loved and cared for. I don't understand those who would let others tell them what they should feel. Straight to hell with all haters...STHWAH...my new code to all those who aren't loved, find someone else life is too short to have so much pain.

[@arttrombley7385]

We all have hopes and dreams for Our children and making Us grandparents is at the top of that list. Having those grandchildren grow up with their parents is probably second on Our list of dreams for Our children. Especially Us men that live for the day when Our first male grandchild is born, because that gives Us the knowing that Our Family name will live on even after We pass on. That's my two cents worth. Peace.

[@unfabulouslyfabulous]

so if your child is infertile you'll disown them/disaapointed in them as well? kinda doesnt make sense

[@arttrombley7385]

Infertile is a whole different thing and I never said that I would disown a child for being different either. I just commented on the hopes and dreams of a parent.

[@rilansmith5914]

What a great attitude!! I am a 55 year old personal trainer and one thing my career has taught me, there is no growth without hard work and pain. It is that pain, and the resulting healing that builds strength and muscle. It is the same all throughout life. You are truly blessed to have learned so much about this truth at such a young age. And you are a beautiful woman. You will be fine, you will be blessed, and you will be a blessing to those around you.

[@MadeleineOlivia]

This is the most homely van I've ever seen!

[@carebaer]

Do you mean "homey"?

[@MadeleineOlivia]

They mean the same thing :)

[@carebaer]

Or perhaps you mean "homely" in the British sense of the word? In NA, it means "an unattractive person".

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Yeah I am British! Wasn't aware of the other definition of the word!

[@bensavage6389]

The van is garbage. all she did was buy some table from home depot and hang useless trinkets. This video is about someone making a big deal about their sexuality and losing their shit over a breakup and ending up in the desert. so brave!

[@patmurphy389]

i think she has a very good attitude about life & turning negatives into positive's-you go girl/woman!!! I like she has a plan that she is working with-ty for the video!

[@outingsforoldladieswhoaren7664]

I am so inspired and moved by your story. you got some chutzpah to follow your genuine life and be your genuine self. I am 57 and have yet to follow those yearnings. I feel trapped and as if my life was wasted away on others. because if you don't live your genuine life and be your genuine self, not only do you always feel resentment, but others who say they love you don't even know or love the true you. you end up with a life of utter disappointment. go for it sweetheart!

[@lindseyandersen]

Amalia your comment is so honest and vulnerable. Thanks for sharing and remember you are never to old to live the life you want. I hope you're inspired into action- follow your excitement and go for the life you dream of. You can do it! Check out the book You Are a Badass by Jen Cincero. It really helped me live the life I choose. Good luck and much love to you, beautiful soul!

[@1sonia]

Amalia Rehman I love what you commented here; seems like the true you.

[@sherstone]

Best comment EVER. SO true.

[@pinkiedahlia]

Velcro!!! Brilliant. I like the layering of necessities. Her personality is very positive. Her van life makes me feel better about the decisions I've had to make because life 'got flipped, turned upside down' (thanks Fresh Prince...). It'll all be ok. Inspired. Thank you so much for featuring her in this video.

[@maiavanwaes7590]

Once again you are showing us one of those amazing human beings. With everything that's apenning in this crazy world, I just need to keep in mind that everybody is not numb, that everybody is not mean, and you are doing just that by sharing the lives of free spirits and free souls. Thank you mate. The world needs all the good vibes there is.

[@MsKimko32]

She’s so relaxed and grounded, I love that. The sage burning, crystals, mandala pillow cover, it’s all so me.

[@turquoisewitch.wild-owl]

Sorry about your emotional traumas. You're a beautiful person who deserves to be you and enjoy it. Blessings!

[@nancynightingale6267]

I'm admiring how you pieced found items into your van. Your cooking/chopping block (velcroed, great idea) and your wine crates tipped on end. Fantastic and creative and nice to look at. If storage cabinets are "too" perfect....kinda boring.

[@Ravioliyt]

*SHE'S SO BEAUTIFUL ❤️❤️*

[@taniyareed4429]

Wow I found this video randomly and I happen to be going through the exact same thing in my life at the moment. I left a relationship, my family, and am currently minivan dwelling in the desert with my 2 dogs. I just found my purpose here. This video brings me tears of joy.

[@valeriezamacona4755]

vegan van life how awesome i want to be her friend

[@valeriezamacona4755]

i wonder if her dog is vegan as well

[@deathbyreindeer4174]

Valerie Zamacona jesus why would you wish that on a dog

[@heavymetal375]

Valerie Zamacona you're disgusting.

[@Clide0_0]

*Heavy Metal* how? Dog food is recalled meat and vegetables not meant for human consumption. Reason being is because its infected with a disease like e coli. It then get sold off to the major dog food companies. So your dog is essentially eating garbage literally anything else than dog food is a better diet than that lol.

[@deathbyreindeer4174]

Because dogs need meat to survive because that's how their bodies are built. They're not like us, they cannot go without meat. Sorry to break it to you but dogs are carnivores. Putting a dog on a vegan diet is abuse and will cause many health problems. Saying that "literally anything else" is better than giving your dog the food it needs to live well and be healthy is insane. --Furthermore, the meat in dog food isn't full of e coli and it isn't going to kill your dog. Companies would not be able to sell it if it did. So do dogs a favor and never get a dog because you're bound to torture it.

[@gracey-the-good9005]

Wow! Your van is so you, if that makes any sense. Your intelligent and beautifully articulate. I've truly never seen such a clean, clear and vibrant aura, the fact that it comes through via a video really touched me. Your just lovely. I hope you make more videos. I don't know if you realize how invaluable your voice and perspective is but it is. I've watched so many van life, rv life, bus, tiny house etc. None have I connected to like yours. I absolutely love your house on wheels! Keep collecting those crystals, they will come in handy. Your on quite the journey! Thank you for sharing!

[@Quodge]

Amazing to see the kind of space female energy makes when it's spiced up with a little masculine practicality. Loved the tea set. 10/10.

[@Quodge]

Lovely little home. :)

[@TheTravelingTogetherJournal]

We love our Renogy Solar set up. That's who we have for our truck living. You do a really nice job with your interviews. It's going to be a while before we start making our interviews public, but we have been interviewing other overlanders from our time on the road driving to Panama. it's really fun.

[@enianggraini2408]

I dont know why but this "She end up with my bestfriend's husband" is really hurt ending

[@lindab8078]

Loved the beginning with hearing Christine sing. I would need a little more luxury in a van but she is rocking it on her own and that's what it's all about. Owning her own piece of land, curious if she is going to build something on it in the future? Nice job on the video Dylan, looking forward to more.

[@larrygoyda3447]

great video. she is awesome. great attitude and what she has done with with this van is very impressive. hope she starts her own channel. Thanks for highlighting her.

[@blonniejenn433]

This whole video is absolutely beautiful. Wow, Christine. "If you want to know who I am, look at my books." We share that philosophy. Beautiful van, decorated beautifully. I loved everything you had to say. You brightened my day. I hope you find lots and lots of family along the way.

[@123Reiny]

nice van, it looks quite spacious. Also nice voice and guitar :-)

[@SaintsPurgatory]

you say this but you watched the entire video. You watched it for the title, so you can have an outlet for your poisonous vitriol.So predictable.

[@eleanormckelvaine6939]

U should be so proud of yourself, you’ve over come many obstacles and turned out awesome. My God daughter was so afraid to tell me she was gay, I was so happy to tell her she had no need for fear, I love her, period. Hopefully your family will come around. Stay stronger!

[@moonshine2748]

She is such a humble soul! This woman is unbelievable, i love her!

[@janetcaceres9270]

I just got out of my 9-5 after having a not so pleasant day I felt drained and upset and sad in a way I stumbled upon your video and by the end of it my eyes just watered your words and way of speaking is so beautiful thank you

[@Jaijojee]

im absolutely in love with how cozy the van is and she seems to be very nice.. im just curious about how its gonna be in winter?

[@timkilbreath9505]

depends on where she lives during the winter

[@diannew6066]

She'lll probably be right there in the desert since she owns the piece of land she's got the van on. Gets cold at night but she seems resourceful.

[@ZylTinyHomes]

Nice work Dylan! Inspiring story. And this is such a gem: "...if you approach life where everything is a gift, you'll just spend the rest of your life unwrapping presents..."

[@skywatcher651]

I hope her family realizes one day that they are wrong for disowning her. People are just wired differently. We are all unique. Lying about your true identity isn't a solution either. Acceptance is what we need to learn to do. She is strong showing she can be independent and able to look after herself. I worry though about her safety. Be well always, free soul

[@asphaltgypsy868]

What a beautiful home Christine has made for herself in Joshua Tree of all places! Wow! Kudos to you! Happy trails!!

[@matheus230692]

She is a good Singer!

[@selfpro5596]

I love how you made your van you. I seen some cool layouts but i love yours, people try keep it practical and forget personality inside and your van bursts with it.

[@MicheleKnight]

LOVE THIS! Fabulous! May your journey always nourish your beautiful soul x

[@queerulantin6431]

❤️

[@avocado3748]

You have a wonderful outlook that’s obvious that you strive for and believe in.... you sing beautifully with presence and with heart. Thank you for sharing your life with us.

[@christinenightingale2528]

Lovely story. Lovely girl. Lovely dog. Lovely van. I think this may be my favourite van life story. Good luck to her in everything she does in life :)

[@teresab9894]

From 1-10, 10 being the best I have give this van a "108". Every detail is awesome! Awakened blessing for many more inspiring days ahead for you and your dog!

[@mechanicsteve2320]

That van is cool. I love the late 1960s and early 1970s Chevrolet vans. Its just missing the Crager SS wheels and chrome side pipes!

[@tammieparrishmiller3669]

YES! I love unwrapping presents! The darkest times in my life have brought me to the brightest days I've ever seen! I'm so happy that you found your happy! I love the simplicity and beauty of you van home. I am going to be taking off soon myself. I have some healing to do and am heading out west to start, then who knows? I need to feed my soul. I really loved this video. You have a nice energy. A great voice too! I will be checking out your videos. Thanks for sharing your life. It was soothing and inspiring. I needed that! I just realized that the woman in this video doesn't have a channel? If I'm wrong would someone let me know please? I would love to see more from her!

[@theartist_harlivi]

This was incredible...absolutely loved your van and got a couple of ideas for some of the irksome spaces in my own😍 and I love the outlook you have after the crappy hits you've taken. Much love and happiness xx

[@breatherepeat]

I was stationed in 29 Palms, and spent hours wandering around Joshua Tree. Beautiful place. Haven't been there since 1994, but it has never left my thoughts. Glad to see someone who loves it as well. Live well.

[@Ptpop]

I love this video. It inspires me. What do you do for work? I mean the young lady in the van not the channel creator.

[@FloatingOrbProductions]

+PTPOP she is a web and app developer

[@Ptpop]

Dylan Magaster Thanks for your reply. It means a lot.

[@diannew6066]

Damn boy, you are full of vitriol. Get back on your meds or do something about that sour attitude.

[@alexjrk1675]

ye like whys he watching van living channels if he gets so mad at anyone that wants to live in one lmao

[@SaintsPurgatory]

Dayga You are full of of your own ideals of what constitutes "a disgusting piece of shit". Seriously, I think you're a disgusting piece of shit just for posting what you posted. See, we may differ but in my ideal people like you will someday be bit in the ass by karma.

[@mybestlastyears]

Your story about being estranged from your family brought tears to my eyes. You are a lovely person and you deserve to be valued for who you are. Keep singing and doing the things that bring you joy.

[@juliamerchelska4255]

Her van is so perfect - outside and inside. It's in my favourite color

[@deepestanio4625]

I love your van! You are so talented and spiritual. I’m so sorry about all you have been through and I’m so glad you have friends around. I understand going through the worst but you seem to know what you want and I love the way you have chosen to live. You’re dog is darling. : )

[@HoliFoolsTV]

This van is the coolest! And yay that she is vegan

[@once.upon.a.time.]

@Cool *how do you know when someone is vegan? You offer them meat, they politely decline, you ask why and then get offended when they tell you. Fixed that for you 😂

[@LadyPenelope]

Awesome video. Thanks for sharing your story, Christine. I love your life philosophy; it's the path of least resistance, the path of true power and real lasting happiness. 💖

[@LtheGoddess7]

Does she have any social media information? I'd love to follow her journey.

[@zach9839]

hey, look in the description . it has her KZbin & Instagram.🖤

[@adollar4adream547]

Love your authenticity! You don't have to please anyone except you. Peace, love and light.

[@monaangeloutdoors514]

Love her, love the van, love her story & love her courage !!!🌼 " I liked when she said ... "approach life as a gift & you will spend the rest of your life unwrapping presents ... " nice !!!

[@gisellegonzalez4677]

What a triumphant story. Best of luck to you along your journey. Beautiful van. Safe travels 🙏🏼

[@besussus7821]

Woah this is just want i want thats crazy i love this buying my van soon its a 1999 ford i love it im getting a steal only $1500 and im planning on living in it during college since its so expensive but yeah

[@BexCatherder]

Excellent video! Both the gal and the entire presentation are wonderful! Thanks!

[@TheFairlyLocalFamily]

She's amazing!!! Love the way she lives and her singing!! ❤❤✨✌🏻

[@DanjaZone]

makes me so sad that she's had to go thru all sorts of lonliness and heartache! your parents doing that blows my mind.... but look at you...you have a lovely spot and comfy home... God bless

[@radhakrsnasbhakta5755]

THIS WHOLE VIDEO IS ART

[@damien_t]

Great video and story. Yes, it's about van life, but this is way more interesting that Dylan told it through Christine's lens and how she'd arrived here.

[@theresasofia_]

This is the most amazing woman! I love her personality and her van reflects her being so well.

[@kylehiggins3216]

Hooray for you to keep on plugging on... finding the folks who will love and support you... LOVE your van!

[@AnnBellinger]

This video made me smile. She is lovely. Such a shining spirit.

[@nancylayton1047]

First watched this a couple of months ago. Thought about it a few times afterwards, then just now stumbled upon it again. What a great human! I like the artistry she brings to all aspects of her life. Go Christine!

[@VivienneGucwa]

This is so incredibly inspirational!!!

[@jaqiraborn1717]

Thank you for sharing your story. I especially love the quote that if we look at everything in life as a gift, then we are perpetually opening presents. Best of luck to you.

[@Gman030]

Does she have a channel? Is her music available anywhere?

[@jennyhackenberg2078]

great video. very inspirational. keep up the great work. keep on keeping on. life is a blessing.

[@coryhermanestes5085]

So inspirational, I aspire to be like her, free!

[@528freq8]

Awesome! And I love Odie... how happy he must be with your living decision

[@nandamomma]

Good job, I love her outlook and the valuable info. I am about to embark on my own journey at 76. I will be going thru Joshua Tree a place I have been many times in the past. Not gay by the way but love all no matter what life style they choose. Thanks!

[@Onlinesully]

Mother Nature best wishes and good luck to you in your pending adventure

[@lizsavage1178]

Mother Nature, I’d just like to point out that being gay isn’t a choice. It’s what you are. The choice is whether you choose to live honestly or falsely. Many are afraid to be truthful because they might go through what Christine went through which is losing your family, but you can’t be happy living for someone else. Society shouldn’t put such burdens on us, when all we want is to be happy, but it does. I’m happy for her that she didn’t let that trauma ruin her outlook on life.

[@cherylownbey9573]

Dylan, As a straight married women in her early sixties I've had little exposure to alternative lifestyles. (I hope that's an okay way to put it, I'd never remember all the letters.) I'm from Alaska's bush ( remote villages) I now live full time in our RV. I really appreciate your sharing and showing many of us who are open and excepting more of what your life experiences have been. Perhaps you'll help others to realize how alike we all really are. I'm now a subscriber and look forward to more videos. I'm hoping your family will be more excepting in a short time. Maybe they'll realize how much they are missing out on with you not being in their lives and will soften their hearts to you. I hope so as they are missing out on alot. Cheryl

[@wewentolentino]

she has an amazing personality

[@babyruth225]

Love her... love the van!! Very much. Great video!! Love her philosophy of ..... approach life like everything is a gift.. and you’ll spend the rest of your life opening gifts!!! Very inspirational! She sings so beautifully!!

[@PrincessNadira80]

I love Cholula Hot Sauce too! Damn girl! You've got it going on! Good work!

[@dizzyk54]

So inspirational! Thanks for sharing & take care! Vicki

[@mikegiammarise7861]

I wish I could help her make her shelves stronger and I don't see a fire extinguisher they are so low cost and so important if all your possessions are in a old motor vehicle please some one give her one

[@ElizabethTravelsNow]

Just found your channel through Louis's channel - didn't expect to be so emotionally invested on the first video! Loved this video

[@bertnids86]

I'm in love. Love her, love the van, love the space, the energy, and the courage.

[@buddy8225]

Love that color. She did a nice job decorating it. Neat bookshelf 😃

[@Shelbizleee]

This beautiful! Also #GOALS. My girlfriend and I want to live this lifestyle and we are currently making a way to do it 😊❤️✌🏽️

[@stnegritude]

Absolutely beautiful! This is such a liberating inspiration for the freedom and happiness of us all! Thanks!!

[@thebestisyettocome4114]

Five star 🌟 ratings. 👍

[@Tipperary757]

What a wonderful person -- a light, bright spirit. Felt the good energy, made me smile. Keep nourishing your soul.

[@Dixiered03]

Such genius ideas!!

[@tjgamer5627]

I've watched every vanlife video and this is the best and most beautiful set up i have seen

[@ericbarnett6771]

20 acres, huh? I'll pay you cash to camp out with my telescope for a few nights and look at the stars. I'm in Palm Desert, just down the road. I'll even buy the beer...

[@jimneely861]

I love your attitude... 7:19 indeed, life is a gift. Follow your heart Christine.

[@kavitadeva]

I really dug the way this video came out. she was a natural to interview and the way that you put it together was really really nice. I have been fulltiming in my own rig for 13 years solid no other Home Base at all and I am a 58 year old woman so actually it's been about 15 years now and I'm on my 4th vehicle since I started out . would not change it if someone gave me a mansion. thanks

[@LaDayna04]

You are an amazing young person. Thank you for sharing your story. It helped me. I am going through a rough patch. Take care.

[@elizabetharagon6276]

She is a smart woman, live your life ❤

[@derrickmurphy9988]

good for you how cool you are enjoying this life .breath of fresh air you are.thanks

[@BushyBeardish]

This might just be me but I've always felt that the word "queer" carried a very negative connotation in the LGBTQ community. Please correct me if i'm wrong.

[@FloatingOrbProductions]

+kayrab9000 I asked Christine and she prefers queer or gay. I personally am not well versed so I default to her expertise

[@stephankreidl1999]

what about pan, asexuals and so on?

[@macaroninoodles]

"the brats of today got the internet and immediately thought they knew everything" aka you?

[@GH-xb3op]

MrGenedancingmachine Okay cool we'll all just come to you when we have questions about what someone's identity might be because you seem to be the ultimate authority on it

[@eri1575]

She's probably using the word queer because she doesn't want to label herself. It was a negative word in the past, but our community is great at picking out negativity and insults and changing their definition to something positive, so therefore it's a big 'fuck you' to the twats who hurt us and that. Queer just means you're part of the community in a non generalised way. It's not offensive unless you're a bit of a sensitive flower.

[@DanGalla]

One of my favourite vanlife stories I've watched here on your channel. She had me at the opening chords of that song.

[@allentuggle5320]

"COOL VAN" but it looks like you've got an AWESOME BUDDY THERE. Dogs are the best, rather be with my DOG than most people I have to be around.

[@XDrZaneX]

I love her van so much. It just looks so...positive and very much speaks of the person she is and that's just fuckin awesome.

[@Donari]

I identify as an attack helicopter

[@Ynot533]

Donari your dumb

[@Donari]

Tony Lecometros my dumb?

[@thestrangenessie2189]

Learn the difference between your and you're

[@mickey_moone]

So what you're saying is you want a pilot to mount your cockpit and fire projectiles? It's difficult to know if you are joking as there is a lot of body mod involving Borg-like stuff, tech implants under the skin and such. It's legit but it's a challenge to imagine anything other than Inspector Gadget.

[@Donari]

@@mickey_moone you want to be the pilot?

[@bigtransitadventures7449]

Inspiring,amazing,talented,simplistic, and full of life are just a few words that come to mind after watching this video! Glad I came across your channel. :)