Why I’m quitting Casita Life!

[@clantondee]

Thanks and best of luck. You are an inspiration. ❤

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Awwwwwww how generous of you! Thank you very much for helping the channel grow ❤️❤️❤️

[@ladylex16]

I cant wait to follow your new build. Hopefully you will have tips on staying cool in the Texas heat!

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Yay! Thanks for sticking around :-). I’ll do my best to figure out solutions for the heat here, but I may venture out of Texas for the worst of the summers.

[@ladylex16]

Getting out of Texas is the only way to survive a summer. Good luck and am so excited for you.@@TinyTexanAdventures

[@lyndakelly7224]

​@@ladylex16Amazingly, Northern Arizona is relatively cool, at elevation.

[@glindacochran3081]

Thank you for sharing with us your plans. I look forward to following you in the future in your van. That’s going to be exciting! I hope you share your van build with us. God bless!!!

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Thank you Glinda ❤️. Yes I’ll be sharing the progress (good, bad, and ugly lol). Just so you know, I’m not letting my Casita family kick me out, y’all are still stuck with me for life 🤣

[@glindacochran3081]

@@TinyTexanAdventures You will always be a part of the family. I’m excited for you on your new adventure. A van will give you so much more freedom and mobility. Keep us posted!

[@ramblin.rennae]

I have been researching the same thing, ever since Robin from Creativity RV posted a video about Wayfarer Vans in CO Springs. You should check them out. Really affordable, modular, easy build design. I plan to go that route when it's time to replace my truck. You have taken excellent care of Gidget. She should sell fast and you will be on your way to Vanlife. Good luck and safe travels. See ya down the road!

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

I’ve looked at Wayfarer but just not for me right now. Gidget is with her new owners now. I’m sure we will meet again, I’m not letting my Casita family ditch me lol

[@ramblin.rennae]

@@TinyTexanAdventures Congrats on selling Gidget! I am interested to see what you do with your no build van build. I just ordered myself a Ford Transit 250 Cargo Van to upgrade my tow vehicle next year. Looking forward to making it my future home away from home.

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

@ramblin.rennae very cool!!!!

[@pounds4pennies]

I am so excited for you. Sounds exciting.

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Thank you! 😊

[@OPSteel97]

Bye bye Gidget…will miss this connection:( Thanks for all the adventures…loved all of them!

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

I’ll still be living/traveling in her until she finds a new home. Thanks for following along the past few years.

[@homewiththehalpins]

Van life is gonna be great for you mom 🥰❤️

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

❤️❤️❤️ I’m so ready for this new chapter to begin.

[@Comprise1]

I've enjoyed your videos. Good luck on your new adventure!

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Thank you so much 😊. I’ll still have a few more Casita ones before the camper gets a new home. Thank you for tuning in :-)

[@kimlebouton]

This is so helpful for those of us that are interested in the no-build approach-or a hybrid model.

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Thanks for watching and for the positive feedback ♥️

[@joymacasieb9540]

Fun times ahead we love Gidget but love watching your content just as much so van life it is Yayyy 🎉❤

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Awww thank you so much 😊 I’m excited about new adventures:-)

[@linendreams_]

You're awesome!!! So excited to watch your van build progress!!

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

☺️ I’m very excited for the road ahead! Once the camper sells it will be full steam ahead :-). Thank you so much for tuning in :-)

[@marciacooper4662]

Following your heart Christi will lead you on many adventures. Blessings.

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Aww thank you for that!!. Just reading it this morning feels like even more confirmation ❤️

[@annmorrison-th9lh]

Best wishes on this new adventure!

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Thank you so much Ann :-). Gidget has now gone to her new owners and the van hunt is underway. I’m so excited to get back out there ❤️

[@13ftofhappiness]

Congratulations to you whatever you decide is the best decision for you. I’ll still follow you.

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Thank you 😊 It’s scary and exciting at the same time but I’m ready for whatever is next :-). Thank you for tuning in.

[@rosevv2774]

Good luck with your transition to a van. You are a real adventurer! I enjoy your videos. ❤

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Thank you!!! I am very much looking forward to the next chapter :-). I appreciate you tuning in.

[@MeiraV-]

I've been contemplating nomad life for a while, and the one part (van) vs two part (towing trailer) rig debate is continual in my head . . . that said, I picked up my 2002 Casita last month, which is how I found you, lol. It sounds as if you've spent a lot of time doing both, and maybe love both for different reasons? Unlike most casita owners (that I've encountered), I do intend to mostly boondock. I'll be watching to see your experiences!

[@monaaguayo3594]

Very excited on watching you unfold your new journey with us. As a single woman your right to look after your safety as your first priority. Will miss seeing your Casita when it sells got attached to get it. Lol 🥰 Can’t wait to see the camper van when the time comes and watching you build it little by little inside. Thank you Christi for sharing with us and continuing taking us with you. 🤗💕

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Aw your message made me smile. 😊 Honestly it will be hard to see Gidget go, but I’m embracing this next chapter with open arms. Thank you for your positive feedback and support ❤️

[@halffullmonty]

Class Bs for one person that wants to be on the move is a great option. But very expensive. A no build build van will work too if you are a minimalist and let you figure out what you want. You go! Good luck

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Thank you so much :-). I’m hoping the van will be just what I need :-)

[@sandykquilts]

Exciting!

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Yes!…and a little frightening lol. I think either way it will be an adventure lol

[@VGruben]

My husband and I met you at Fairfield Lake State Park (sigh) some time ago. We were in a 1996 van, having camped in it for a decade and a half. Seeking a replacement for our aging home on wheels, we reviewed our needs and researched many options--including Casitas, which were very high on our list of possibles. Ultimately, we came full circle, and just purchased a new van! It's a conversion van, and since I appear to have lost an inch or so in height, I can actually stand in it! Although I personally had to move away from the concept of a full-on build, I am very excited for you. The no-build approach has a lot going for it, since it can evolve at the pace that is right for you and be reconfigured with relative ease. I know you have come experience doing that already. It is essentially what I will be doing (again) in the conversion.

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Yes I remember y’all! You gave me a tour :-) haha about being able to stand up in your new van! I absolutely loved my Casita but I think I’ll love the freedom of just getting in and going. Maybe we will meet up on the road again out there someday and can trade conversion tips :-). How fun that you messaged, I enjoyed meeting y’all and glad you’re still out there :-)

[@Allen-yv3ue]

I understand your rationale, a Lady by herself should be able to exit a area fast if need be. Looking forward to your Van built. 😊

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Thank you for watching and commenting:-). I’m excited to see what the road ahead will bring :-)

[@patep503]

Hello! I don’t see the casita listing anymore. Did you already sell it?

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Yes I sold it back in January

[@DavidMedina4All]

The breakdown and set up can for sure get tedious if done regularly. So, good for you for making the change needed that fits YOU best. Best wishes.

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Thank you for the positive feedback :-). I’m very excited to begin this new chapter :-)

[@ralphp3057]

Wow ! Big news . I do understand the change and the direction you want to go ! I’ve used my Casita for boon docking! It worked well . I think the Casita will sell quickly. Good luck with all your new upcoming adventures! 👍😁🎄Merry Christmas 🎄

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Thank you!😊. If it doesn’t sell quickly, the worst thing that happens is that I still get to travel in a pretty awesome camper in the meantime lol. Merry Christmas to you and yours as well!!

[@deeplansandbudgets]

In my opinion a shell is the best way to go. RV systems constantly break, so no systems built in mean easy to fix. I currently camp in a Mini Van, but, one day I hope to have Cargo Van for my camping. I am not full time so for now, all I can afford is the Mini Van as it is also my car. I do not want to drive a Cargo Van when living in everyday life. Best of luck to you. I will be watching no matter your vehicle as I am in Texas and I love that you do adventures in places I can go.

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Thanks for watching and for your input. I appreciate you continuing to check out the channel in the future as well :-). I’m hoping to get all over this big state ❤️

[@LadybugsTravels]

Yes I agree that’s why I want a van vs a small trailer my only concern is if my ‘home’ has to go to the garage then I’d have to find a motel. Pros and cons lol

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

Lol yes pros and cons for both for sure :-).

[@sunshine3914]

Just went hunting for a new upload from you yesterday. I’ve looked for a small travel trailer for 3 years, don’t really care what it looks like inside, but the few I’ve found that do have a clear title, have never materialized bc of my erratic schedule. So, I’ve concluded that I will wait on a regular van. All my mechanic friends say that the pro max start giving problems around the 60k mark… which I cannot afford one with less mileage. I’ve noticed that the class Cs & Bs are starting to go down in price, however, there’s still those who gave way too much to begin with, wanting more than the dealerships. Whatever drops in my lap first, I just know that I wouldn’t have a Ram, unless someone else paid for the maintenance.

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

I hope your perfect van drops in your lap soon!!! Sounds like you’ve waited a long time for it. I’m choosing the Promaster because it’s the widest of the cargo vans and the bed orientation side to side is important to me so I can utilize more interior space. I know that’s not necessarily important to other people. You are definitely right about the costs at least starting to trend downwards a bit, hope that puts your dream closer :-)

[@VGruben]

The range of emotions experienced relative to switching from one home on wheels to another has been a little surprising. Even though we're thrilled about the new, it doesn't feel like "home". The "old van" apparently embodies much more than I realized. One unexpected issue has been insurance. Even though I considered myself well informed about the ins and outs of insurance for vans (self-built and otherwise), I was caught off guard. Ours is an upfitted passenger van (like the old one), but is on a somewhat heavier chassis and just above the weight capacity the insurer (USSA) would cover. I spent over three hours with them and two of their affiliates (Progressive being one) before getting basic coverage approved. Have fun envisioning the road ahead and creating your transition!

[@GoldieJoRv]

Since your in Texas how was the Casita? We have a KZbh it has a window unit in the side wall and hard to cool off

[@TinyTexanAdventures]

I never had any complaints with the AC in the Casita. It both cooled it off quickly and kept it cool on those hot Texas summer days :-)

[@GoldieJoRv]

@@TinyTexanAdventures thank you, when we go to Abilene in Aug or September dang to hot in our.

[@tookyroberts4127]

Hey, I can hook you up with a solo girl from the Conroe area who designed her own van (shower and toilet/chair) think you can get some great ideas from her