We shattered our van window...(oops)

We had quite the unexpected mishap in the van...shattering our window. 😬 In this video we share what happened, how we pivoted our plans a bit, and how we temporarily fixed it.
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⌚Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
00:17 The story of how our window shattered
04:00 Changing our plans
05:34 Can we get a new window?
07:02 Heading back to Redding
07:57 Safelite (does not) repair, Safelite (does not) replace
08:52 Making our own window in a Home Depot parking lot
13:30 Final thoughts
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Hi y’all! We’re Adam, Kathryn, and Kona, an adventurous married couple (+ pup!) living on the road in our self-converted sprinter van! You can often find us driving all around the US and Canada, scoping out the best coffee shops, eating tacos and ice cream (we're a 5+ taco and 2+ scoop household), and enjoying nature.
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[@AdventuresofAplusK]

As we mentioned in the video, we are very aware that things could’ve been A LOT worse and we are thankful that it wasn’t. But this was still a very unexpected mishap that has personally impacted us and our feelings of frustration are still valid. We keep a lot of other struggles to ourselves, but wanted to share this to show the highs and lows of this journey and so no one wonders why our window looks janky in future videos.

[@landbarron1420]

You should always share. It's real life. We have RV'd for 30 years in 11 different RV's. Things happen. I have lost a tranny and an engine on 2 different trips. It's how you handle it that matters. Great job!!

[@Shiboshi]

Not your regular content and still great. There is value in seeing this part of your process. Keep doing what you both do! Ingenuity at its finest!!!!!!! Not boring.

[@ElsaDewitt]

Totally makes your adventures more memorable. Been there done that with rv'ing for years, travelled 5 times across Canada and USA roads trips. We should have documented them, lol. One was scary in Yellowstone, truck and camper that time, snow storm! Deep snow, so by 2 AM, we decided to book out of there, drove to Idaho where there was no snow. All this travel with a dog and a cat too. One of many adventures, also lots of good ones. But funny the not so good ones really stay with you. Thanks for sharing this one of yours.

[@hawj89]

I actually love these “life bloopers” videos! I appreciate the transparency because life isn’t perfect. Things like these make you relatable to your viewers! ❤️ Sending positive vibes and safe travels your way!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! 💙❤️

[@lisaf-d8521]

This definitely was not a boring video. I don’t think you could possibly make a boring video with your stellar storytelling, videography skills, transparency and humor. Your sharing this mishap has given me a solution to store in the back of my mind should this ever happen to us on our travels! Safe travels!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you for saying that! That is very kind. And yes that’s a good way to look at it. Thank you for watching, Lisa! ❤️

[@pattysmith9892]

You should always have videos of mishaps because that is real life. You never know when that might help others. Feel free anytime. We’re watching!! Love Kona ❤️

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thankfully we usually don’t have too many mishaps 🤞 thanks for watching

[@katydidlearn]

Ok... I'm really, REALLY sad and sorry this happened to you guys but this video was NOT BORING! You showed your real life struggles and THAT is NEVER boring... that makes you human... which is always interesting! I'm so glad you showed how you worked around your snag... you showed grace under fire! Great job! This was a great video!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you for saying that! That means a lot to us! Thanks for watching!

[@mcnater]

I love the "real life" videos...bummer you had to go through it but nice improvising. I had to laugh at the comment "her expressions didn't match her tone". Anyone who has been married knows exactly what that means. Driving by the dreaded bush was hilarious...onward!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yup the expression did not match 😂 I’ll be keeping my eye on those bushes!

[@fieldofview-travelfilmlife64]

13:17 actually it doesn’t look bad! I can’t imagine how you guys have been stressed during the days without window. Hope the new one does its job and keep you safe.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thankfully no issues with the cardboard or plexi so far! 🤞thank you!

[@Ostrom38]

Excellent job problem solving and finding a temporary solution, so that you can carry on! You showed me something new and something I would of never thought of. Using plexiglass and gluing it on was clever and you even showed us where to find the supplies! Great video and I hope you guys continue enjoying the trip, cause we are! Drive safe!!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We’re glad we could help one day maybe! Thanks for watching!

[@danielsteele4118]

There are soooo many "staged" reality shows out. I am glad that you two are being real. Thank you. I think more of you now.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you, Daniel! 💙🤙

[@michaelmdunham3289]

I really love that you decided to share this with us, because this is often the reality of travel. My family and I have yet to take a single trip where at least one thing didn't go wrong, and we've had our fair share where ALL the things go wrong. It's like my Aunt always says, "the family that melts down together, stays together!"

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Haha we love that quote! It’s true! We’re glad we could share. Thanks for watching!

[@lifeisgood1221]

*** You two are so adorable !!!! Thank you for sharing how to handle a 'situation' with style and grace !!! Also thank you for sharing your creativity in this situation !!!! Again ... you two are so adorable and REAL .. and your adventures are greatly appreciated !!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you that means a lot! 😄❤️💙

[@halemeister]

Your fans appreciate content like this. It shows the reality of traveling and exposes the human element.This can happen to anyone, and it's all in how you handle the situation and overcome the obstacle that defines who you are. You're both lucky to have each other to help get the window problem solved for the short term, doing all your work right there in the Home Depot parking lot.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It’s all part of the journey! We are thankful and lucky to have each other. Thanks for watching!

[@betteandlinuskuboushek409]

Glad you shared your misadventure. Nothing in life is perfect, as we all know. Hope this "fix" lasts long enough to get the permanent window installed. Always enjoy your videos :)

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! ❤️💙

[@toddwebb8257]

It's actually nice to see real life content. Changing it up is sometimes is nice.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Our real life usually isn’t this exciting thankfully

[@stevethompson8154]

I am impressed you both worked together to make lemon aid out of a lemon. Thanks for showing your journey

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks, Steve! 🍋

[@num1champ]

Thanks for sharing the Lows with the highs! While they don't seem exciting, they are real and add to the real experiences.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

This is true! Thanks for watching!

[@carolinebray82]

Life happens, trees happen. And Thank you for sharing!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Darn tree! Thanks for watching!

[@kimjamieson7552]

Thank you for this video! I just backed my brand new van into a tree and put a significant dent in the metal next to the window. It will be an expensive repair and take our van out of commission for awhile. You reminded me that stuff like this happens to the best of us and your two are some or the best!! Hang in there and keep on truckin.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Oh no! We’re sorry to hear that! Yes it is part of the journey. Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@rutheiermann3476]

Glad you shared this! It takes us on "All" of your adventures. It's real life.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

❤️💙

[@sarahn.4775]

I appreciate y'all being real and showing the rough side of travels! Good job patching the window!👍

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! ❤️💙

[@TrekkingwithMikeandDeb]

Good job on the repair. As we were driving over Snoqualmie Pass, a trucker flagged us down. Our axel was smoking. $3000 and a not cheap airbnb for a month was painful. So thankful our travel trailer didn't catch on fire. Glad you shared "real life" on the road.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Oh wow! We’re glad everything was ok in the end! Thanks for watching!

[@ahhitskatie9094]

So sorry this happened! Appreciate you guys sharing the good and the not-so-good. It actually turned out quite nice! Prayers for a smooth and safe journey to AND from Alaska!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! 🙌

[@Lcg503]

Thanks for sharing. This shows some realities of life on the road Poop happens. ♥️♥️♥️

[@rayeroze6574]

Lol, the Dummy Bush 😂! I’m so sorry that happened to you guys but love that you guys can still be really positive in a bad situation and it’s super inspiring to me! Also! I would love to see more of your “boring life” just living in a van is super exciting.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Darn bush! 😡🤣 we go back forth on sharing the day to day stuff because it wouldn’t be super exciting. It’s usually us behind a computer or doing normal chores just in different places every time. But we’ll try to include more when we can 😄

[@rayeroze6574]

@@AdventuresofAplusK Honestly I would totally watch you guys vlog a van work day and eat van cooked meals 😅All your videos are so great so I know it you would be interesting! I mean it’s A + K ❤️

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

@@rayeroze6574 hahaha not sure anyone wants to see what a typical day off camera is like 😅 Usually us staring at our laptops for 15 hours and being mega stressed, but we may film something along those lines while in Alaska!

[@rayeroze6574]

@@AdventuresofAplusK Awwe 😢, I don’t really think about how little time there is between posting a new video every few days (that are edited well enough to be a Netflix show) I really hope you guys can find that balance and de-stress! You guys are the best 🥰. (If you ever started a Patreon again I will be the first to join!)

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

@@rayeroze6574 thank you! It’s a big goal of ours to find balance in our lives. Someday! But we are very thankful for what we get to do and while it’s a ton of work, it’s what we are passionate about!

[@chadrobb1044]

Thank you so much for sharing the video. The reason I check it every week to watch your adventures in 50% about seeing the places you visit and 50% seeing you two have fun together. Your personalities and upbeat spirit is what makes your videos so entertaining. You handled this mishap a lot better then I would have. I hope you can get your van repaired properly soon and can continue to enjoy good times on your trip to Alaska. Take Care and Gob Bless.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks, Chad! That means a lot! 🤙

[@jatraveler1277]

I feel your pain 😢 We were in Labrador and the wind caught the Sprinter van door and shattered the window . Now that's remote! A local in a hardware store... added plexiglass, worked on it over an hour. No charge! Amazing. Weeks later glass company on Newfoundland replaced window. Hope everything works out for you. Life on the road is a never ending Adventure. 😅

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That’s some strong wind! What a kind soul that local was!

[@The72Crew]

As an Auto Glass Technician, this might be my favorite video of yours yet.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Haha now that’s funny. Hopefully you weren’t scratching your eyes out too bad on our rough job! 😂 And stay tuned in a couple videos when we show us installing the new one!

[@jenniferhorn922]

Thanks for sharing! It was great seeing how you guys problem solved and dealt with a mishap that could happen to anyone. Great job! 👏

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks, Jennifer!

[@neuropete1]

Thank you for sharing! As you said, it is all just part of the adventure! I look forward to your videos and have really enjoyed all aspects of your trip. You two are just so positive and ... fun! May the road rise with you!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you for saying that, Pedro! And thanks for watching!

[@erniechastain7508]

Handled with absolute grace. No matter good or bad you can always feel the emotion in your videos which brings such an authentic feeling to them. Thanks for sharing your journey with us.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you for saying that! That means a lot! ❤️💙

[@LLRkids]

I've lived in Redding my whole life and where you guys were staying at is not the best place to leave a van unattended with a broken window..good choice! Btw I love your videos and thanks for reminding me of how awesome Redding really is...showing a new perspective from travelers like y'all! Thanks great job!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We loved our time in Redding. Even with our self inflicted mishap!

[@michaelcertain415]

You gave everyone a lesson in improvising, problem solving and not giving up! You guys persevered and made it through. Great video.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

👍💪 thank you!

[@mariannepb2325]

Thank you for sharing your ingenuity and positive attitude. Any trip can have its mishaps!! We know.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It’s all part of the journey!

[@freddysantoso6880]

Appreciate your transparency. Thanks for sharing and good luck ahead!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks, Freddy!

[@LuKePrInZ]

It's all a part of the adventure is right! Glad you made it work for now. Enjoy your travels!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That’s right! Thanks for watching!

[@davidrouthier1231]

Excellent video. It shows the realities of living on the road. You acknowledged your frustration but didn’t dwell on it. Then you showed how to keep moving forward. Your resilience is inspirational. Thank you!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Adapt and overcome! Thanks, David!

[@jamar959]

Improvise, adapt, overcome! Great job!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

💪💪

[@stevec9669]

One of the best videos. Thanks for sharing. Got a lot to learn from the contents of this video.

[@mikeday8470]

I truly appreciate the honesty and how you went about it. Good luck and take care.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks, Mike!

[@anikindall]

You guys are awesome. You handled this difficult situation so well. Hope everything works out well as you continue toward Alaska.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! ❤️❤️

[@doke889]

I like these kinds of videos. This is what real traveling is.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Luckily only sometimes!

[@jaywhite2023]

I’m sorry you guys had to go through this but thank you for sharing this video. Safe travels and I’ll be waiting to watch your next video

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks, Javier!

[@kimenfield195]

Aaaaww, I'm so sorry to hear about the window in the fan. I like that you share the ups and the downs. It makes the journey all the more real for us. You were so creative with making the temporary solution and I hope it will work until you can get it fixed for real.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thanks, Kim! It’s help up so far and we’ll get the new window back in very soon!

[@nataliejw8865]

Thanks for sharing and carrying on. It's all you can do when $h!t hits the fan. Your feelings of frustration are completely valid, you've accepted, adapted, and moved on. Looking forward to the next adventure!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That’s all you can do…feel the emotion, accept it, and then get to work! Thanks, Natalie!

[@iamthatiam7523]

Oops! Glad you both rose above the stress and moved into solutions at every turn! Awesome-sauce! You three a great! Thank you for taking us along on your journey.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you 😃❤️

[@debrabalawajder2617]

I’m so glad you shared this video! Life isn’t always perfect; we’re always learning from our mistakes no matter what age we are!! You are so fun to watch!! LOL

[@leannebarclay2859]

There’s always a few bumps in the road. Great to see the real stuff and you guys handled it well with a resourcefulness and resilience. Cheers to happy adventures.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We’re happy to share the good and the not so good along the way. Thankfully there hasn’t been much not so good. Thanks for watching!

[@jeaniegregory846]

Hey, You guys are awesome for staying positive through that horrible experience. You two make a great team! The A plus K Team! 👫

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We think we’re a great team as well! Thanks, Jeanie!

[@machambers00]

This.Is.Life! Completely normal. Heading to work yesterday, my key broke in my front door lock to my condo. Locked out. Gotta figure it out. Thanks for being real.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Oh no! Good luck! Thanks for watching!

[@rugged9769]

Glad you guys shared this. Not everything is hunky-dory on the road and you handled this well given what you have to work with

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

This is true! Thank you!

[@OutdoorMS]

We are really sorry for the what happen with your van. Many times travel doesn't go with our plans; sometimes those turned out funny, sometimes trouble. But we film positive things only, because we try to spread happiness. You guys rock. Have a safe travel.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yes we try to share the ups and downs but with positivity! Thank you

[@OutdoorMS]

You should share.. Those actually give the idea of actual living.

[@suzanneaydelotte801]

So happy you were able to do a good temporary fix! Loved seeing my Konie Bear❣️Be safe out there. 😘

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

❤️❤️

[@bradgingerich6814]

You guys are the best! I so appreciate your authenticity both during the high points and low points of your journey. You guys did a great job with the temporary fix...gotta do what ya gotta do! Btw, your last few videos have been 🔥! I've been quite busy though and embarrassingly have not taken the time to leave kind and thoughtful comments. 😞 I'm hoping you get the new window installed soon!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Hi Brad! Thank you so much for saying that! No worries! We are honored every time you leave a comment and we know life gets busy. We always appreciate your support! ❤️❤️

[@chrisgoldsby4103]

Sorry about the window. Thanks for sharing the bad along with all the good. We hope for more safe and happy travel for both of you and Kona on the rest of the tip to Alaska!!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! ❤️

[@Lonestar101]

Not boring. Part of the adventure. Thanks for sharing.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! ❤️

[@lindad2008]

Oh We’re so sorry this happened guys! You faced it like real troopers though which is why we love your channel so much! The window doesn’t look bad at all. Hang in there and know your fans are sending good vibes your way!😘

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you so much, Linda! ❤️💙

[@Felicityus]

Redding Native here. Just started following you. I am amazed at thr Americana hotel. That used to be a Prostitute Drug motel. They have done so much work. We are glad it was just a crashed window and not a criminal deal. Love the videos!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It looked really nice. We were bummed we didn’t get to stay

[@Bweizr]

Thank you for sharing this! Amanda Zito from As the Magpie Flies always says, "adventure is what happens when things go wrong," and I think having the lows gives perspective to the highs. I'm glad you guys were able to figure out a temporary fix, and hopefully it's easy enough to get the new one in. My wife and I are looking forward to the next chapter in your fantastic journey!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We like that quote! So true. Thanks for watching! ❤️💙

[@JohnsonWhat28]

Always fun to watch you two. Great personalities you have!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you!

[@jumnichols5657]

I love you both and you sharing the good things and the things that go not quite right makes you real people with me

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

❤️🤙

[@MrRobertoa1]

I enjoyed your video. I love watching you guys interact with each other. Your positive attitude comes across and it's very infectious. Life is not all rainbows and unicorns. But we can overcome most obstacles with a positive attitude. Thank you for sharing and your window will get fixed. Can't wait for your next one.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you for that. It isn’t all 🌈🦄 like you say, but again a positive can do attitude helps a lot! Thanks for watching!

[@barbaramadson3538]

I love that you are keeping it real. Mishaps are bound to happen and now we all will be watching out for those nasty bushes. Onward to Alaska!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Watch out for those dang bushes! Onward!

[@seeyouonadirtroad]

This was a valuable video and we appreciate you sharing the ups and downs of your adventure. Very impressed by your creativity in using plexiglass! Hope things go smoothly from now on!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you and thanks for watching, Louisa!

[@maggiecosner3577]

Aww you guys so sorry that happened. Glad you shared though cause that is life and you have to take the good with the bad. Also, great tips on a temporary fix. Save travels.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That’s true! It’s all part of the journey! Thank you! ❤️💙

[@jacobstrickler7394]

Thanks for sharing! Glad you guys were able to fix it!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

❤️👍

[@pebblesdd4947]

Most important is that no lives were lost in this video.. glad you and pups are safe and sound! Great fix with the plexi and tape ;) and keeping it all in perspective.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yes that is the most important thing. Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@erby9953]

Thanks guys for sharing a travel reality. I appreciated your problem solving together. I know you were frustrated but you dealt with it.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

❤️💙 thanks for watching!

[@joycemoses2411]

We are so sorry that the window broke! You are being very creative and proactive with the repairs!!! Smart! Thank you for sharing the good and bad. Hoping that the replacement arrives sooner than planned! (Kona looked so cute!)

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! ❤️💙

[@AzulFyre]

I'm glad you shared. Knowing the realities of travel is important.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

❤️❤️

[@jrios109]

Wow! These type of videos are honestly the best because you really show us the other side of Van life! Thank you for that :)

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

❤️💙

[@jamiewalters4]

Well, that was a big bummer! HOWEVER.... I think its GREAT that you shared this mishap. I think it is important to show that despite the wonderful opportunity you both have to share these adventures on the road, travel and explore and produce entertaining and helpful travel content... that life isn't all sunshine and roses. I'm sure the "lost" 6 days were frustrating, but using the time to work was good and I really liked your creative, temporary solution for the window until you are able to get the replacement. GOOD JOB!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

It’s not all 🌈☀️! But 99% it really is! It was nice to have those days to sit and work a bit so it wasn’t all lost. Thanks for your support, Jamie!

[@bobyonker3100]

Glad you did not let this stop you from your adventures in Redding. We enjoyed those vlogs too. Plus Kona had a great time at the campground.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Gotta roll with the punches! She had a ball!

[@ijblessjourney]

Great job guys! It’s part of traveling, don’t allow it to ruin your trip. All part of the adventure, as you said.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That’s right! Thanks for watching!

[@JackieMui]

Hi Kathryn, hi Adam!! No worries about such content, in fact, you're giving real lessons learned about handling mishaps. Ehhh, *stuff* happens and you guys manage to do the best you can showing resourcefulness, teamwork, acknowledging the frustration and keeping on keeping on. I bet you can look back on it and laugh after some time about backing into a bush. Sending good vibes to you and looking forward to more videos up to Alaska :)

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We’ll laugh at it one day 😂 thank you for saying that. And thanks for watching! ❤️

[@annette3488]

So sorry about your window! But y’all handled perfectly! Hope you are able to get it fixed by now or soon!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! 💙💙

[@davish2964]

You guys did awesome! You adapted and overcame! Be proud of yourselves!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Ya! 💪 thank you

[@lauraboggs4415]

I’m glad you shared. For those of us who are dying to get out on the road, we need to know that things like this happen to everyone. It actually happened to another vanlifer a few weeks ago down in Mexico! Could be worse! 😂

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Stuff happens! You gotta roll with it! Thanks for watching!

[@NICOLEGOESEXPLORING]

Thanks for sharing this! Gave me some good insight on random mishaps that I wouldn't have thought of!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We’re glad we could share it and know that maybe it’ll help someone some day! Thanks for watching!

[@kristasahlin]

I love this content. I like knowing "what could happen", and how you problem solved it. We have a van... and it give ideas in case something happens to ours. Keep sharing this content!! I really really like when you show van content.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Luckily we don’t have much content like this to share. Our “normal days” are usually us behind a computer or doing regular chores just in different places. We’ll keep that in mind though. Thanks, Krista!

[@sandyflowers15]

Bumps in the road will happen, thanks for sharing real life adventures! As you continue on to Alaska I want to see all the trials and tribulations of such a long trip and unfortunately I believe there will be more things to fix! Great job at problem solving! ❤️

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We hoping to not have to make too many more videos of mishaps 😂 thanks for watching!

[@Run50StatesMyWay]

Not boring at all this was such a great video and I am amazed you were able to "fix" it the way you did in Home Depot Parking lot. This shows real Van life. Glad things are working out and thank you for sharing your adventures!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you! ❤️💙

[@patma]

This content is good! I can't believe you were able to create a window out of home depot supplies. Very resourceful.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you!

[@Adventure2Anywhere]

Thanks for showing the not so fun parts of adventure. Things don’t always go as planned and no matter how big or small the mishap is it still throws you and the plans off and you have to adjust and regroup. Plus as you said it’s your life in the van so you can’t just be nonchalant about it. So glad you worked out a solution and plan, fingers crossed it holds up 😀

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We want to share the highs and lows along the way. It’s held up so far! Thanks!

[@justabitoutside4811]

I enjoyed the video. I like feeling like we are sharing in your lives. It was a good story. I enjoyed it. Look forward to seeing the new window!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you ❤️💙

[@kituwahband]

Always stay positive and don't let your circumstances steal your joy, easier said than done I know!! At any rate, you guys at least have a temporary fix that'll work until you get the correct window. And as always, stay safe 😁😁

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

That’s true! All is good!

[@lindabrum7958]

I'm glad you shared this. We've been full time RVing for about a year and a half and we learned quickly that things don't always go as planned! In late January we were leaving our campground in Central Texas when our tow bar broke right before we got to the highway. The only thing keeping our car hooked up to the RV were the safety cables. The car crashed into the back of the RV and damaged both the RV and the car. The RV was not too bad, but the car had extensive damage. Fortunately, no one was hurt and no other vehicles were involved. We were able to go back to the campground that we had left and they were able to accommodate us while we got the car repaired. Over two months later and we are FINALLY back on the road, so I know how frustrating it is to have something like this happen, especially these days with all the supply chain issues. I'm glad you're back on the road!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Oh no! We’re sorry to hear about that! We’re happy to hear everything ended up ok. When you travel this much stuff is bound to happen! Thanks for watching, Linda!

[@aolkeriil]

Sorry about the window. Things does happened sometime in life. The most important thing is you are both well and saved. And thank goodness you are both handy with good attitude. Hope you will get it replaced soon. Stay safe ✌

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

This is true! Thank you! 🤙❤️

[@seannewton8386]

I can sympathize all to easily, as this is very familiar to me. My first camping vehicles was an older, used conversion van. After I had it a couple years, some jerk kid threw a rock at it as I was driving past, cracking one of the aftermarket side windows. None of the glass shops had anything to replace it in stock, and few thought it feasible to find a replacement. After a couple days of research, one said they could get one in in a few weeks if I was willing to pay about $1500. Ouch! I ended up cutting out piece of plexiglass much like you did, then attaching it with construction adhesive and a few screws through it into the frame of broken window. You guys did a great job improvising your temporary fix. Good luck on making the permanent fix happen!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yikes! That’s not fun! Our options were pretty expensive as well! Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@mynnmax]

Way to rally after such a frustrating experience! Thanks for sharing - love seeing these real life vids!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

❤️❤️

[@splatitup6862]

Sorry that happened to your window! I'm really glad you vlogged this event since I'll know what to do if I back into a bush and my window shatters :)

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Glad we could help 😄

[@joemorin6247]

Glad you guys are okay..Be careful and thanks for the videos!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

❤️💙

[@stargazer5073]

It's a small thing, as long as you're safe and healthy, nothing else really matters. God bless you 🙏 ❤!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

This is true! Thank you!

[@hannahslist15]

Oh no! I'm sorry that happened, but happy to hear you have a plan in place. I love your real videos just as much as your regular ones! The same thing happened to us with our camper! We thought the branch would just move a little, but it sure didn't! It punctured a hole right through the back!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Dang branches and bushes! Gotta watch out for them! Thanks for watching!

[@JodysJourney]

I appreciate your sharing this. I don’t think I would even begin to know where to start to fix that. Good job.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

We had some help from Kathryn’s dad! He’s our go to!

[@joshandjenvlog1224]

Not boring! This is authentic.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

❤️❤️

[@jasonlavere5071]

Problem solving 101. Don't feel bad about sharing this stuff. It's what makes your adventures unique.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you!

[@karenk2831]

Oh Adam and Catherine so sorry about this! Jim and I need to catch up on your travels as my husband and I have been renovating our kitchen since March. Thought I better see what the heck is going on here. Kona says "Dad you are doing good, as long as we're together I'm happy dog!" Don't be too hard on yourself you are doing great working through this together, very good example for others to follow! Also a wise and kind lady I worked with years ago pointed out to me that perhaps these "slow downs" on the road are protecting us and others from a much worse outcome. Love you two and glad you are all well and healthy and the van is the only thing needing a bandage😉!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yes that’s true! It could’ve been worse and it could’ve kept us from something worse happening! And yes Kona is always happy when she’s with us no matter what! Good luck with the kitchen reno!

[@sf2974]

I feel everything happens for a reason. Thanks for sharing

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Thank you ❤️

[@AngelaBrinker]

Good temporary solution. Sorry it happened, but thanks for sharing. We know life on the road can't be perfect, and seeing the more difficult moments makes what you share more well rounded.

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

Yes it’s all part of the journey! It’ll all be ok! Thanks for watching!

[@mattc1602]

This was great info. Glad you did the video!

[@AdventuresofAplusK]

❤️💙 thanks!