Snow camping at Cracker Barrel (In my van)

[@susanjackson1458]

I don’t think there is anything more comforting than a bowl of tomato soup and a grilled cheese sandwich.

[@THEOVENATX]

I wish we knew more about Brandi and her sweet pup. RIP thank you for being there for her.

[@mspierce8392]

I am so happy to hear that you nor Lars were seriously harmed by the bear spray incident. I have never wanted to reach through the screen and give a warm hug than as I was hearing you explain how you and Lars were standing outside the van in the middle of the night. Much love and safe travels!

[@Frankie33828]

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[@magikzebra6552]

@@Frankie33828 ?

[@marthahackett8967]

Hi Please be careful in the cold it's so easy to freeze to death. If you are going to be in the cold you have to over prepare with good sleeping bags blanks and warm clothing and some kind of heat inside your van. We want to be able to continue enjoying you and Lars adventures. That grilled cheese and tomatoes soup looks sooo good. Stay safe

[@deb7518]

Yeah, that bear spray incident sounded SO scary! Glad you and Lars weren't hurt worse.😮

[@geralynpalacol3764]

Mateo - You Need to GET SOME REST dude❤. GOD Bless you!

[@nancycain4434]

Oh no! how awful. I'm glad you are doing better. Being a nomad definitely has its ups and downs

[@thereseshine7506]

Merry Christmas! I just found your channel recently. I sure liked the mountains you showed us. We have mountains here in southeast New Mexico. We just moved here in October from west central Florida. I'm glad to be out of there!

[@rjensen2586]

Ok, now I simply must have grilled cheese and tomato soup for lunch today 🤤 That cronch ❤

[@portcitygirl2513]

❤❤ I love your spirit 😍 I was multitasking and when I looked I was thinking 🤔 I didn't know he was a 😂😂😂😂 skate and then boom . Lars is so cool because his daddy is cool ❤

[@ebonylafrance]

I was literally just eating tomato soup and grill cheese in my van before I started watching your video 😍

[@KaiExploresLife]

I gasped 😮 so loud when you were at that skate park!! Scared my cat! !! You are getting your snow experience ❄️😊OMG BEAR SPRAY and mace experiences are the worst! I had that experience before too! Along with my military days having to experience gas houses while practicing putting on my gas mask. I’m glad you and Lars are ok. love how cats eyes look when they are trying to understand what’s going😂 Can you share what electric blanket you have and power bank? If you have amazon links that would be great too.

[@lauraslanesvanlifetravels]

OMG!!!! I'm so sorry that happened! I'm glad you both are ok! And...awwww...kitty! Hardly ever see his face up close...so cutie! And, well...now I'm gonna have to make a grilled cheese and tomato soup! lol

[@SilktheSiren]

Bear spray is strong I'm glad you was able to recover from that 😂 mane you gotta be careful buddy 😆 great video

[@i.stephanieeeee]

Nicccceeeee! You got what you wanted. Active snowfall 😄 Stay warm Mateo & Lars! Also, FRENCH TOAST CRUNCH IS DA BEST!

[@BootsAndPearls85]

Epic fall Mateo! Sorry to hear about the bear spray incident, it sounds awful. I hope you and Lars stay warm and stay safe on those roads! It's always the light snow that makes for the worse road conditions.

[@TrailriderLC]

Snow is fun to visit but not live in full time! Looking forward to seeing you and Lars every day this month. I know your family, friends and subscribers do too! Be safe and free! 😊

[@guestguest5128]

OMG that was horrible I bet. Well happy you and Lars are ok. Stay safe!!!❤❤

[@cdespey]

Nice to meet another survivor of a self inflicted bear spray attack. I hip checked mine when the van door was closing. Really didn’t know what hit me.🤣 The grilled cheese and tomato soup looked delicious on a cold night!

[@mylittleshares]

Internet nephew coming through with the daily 📹 👏

[@msworkinitout]

Ok, Mateo Vlogmas is good for you. We get to see more of your personality and listen it is super funny. 😂😂

[@melaniescott5296]

Oh man that sounds absolutely terrible, glad to hear you and Lars survived it! Stay warm and safe out there!

[@sheremag8851]

Hey Mateo and Lars! I appreciate the daily videos for Vlogmas.

[@TroyBertram]

Found you through Foresty Forest, you just got yourself a new fan bud! 😎

[@Mystique_Queen]

Hey Mato glad to here all is well with you and Lars❤ stay safe enjoy the snow. Wish I was there.

[@caribcarib4337]

Lars is a Scandinavian name

[@jesfar620]

Hi Mateo, love the daily videos! It helps me get through the workday while stuck in my office.

[@evalenasbabys]

Whelp now it’s a grilled cheese and tomato soup kinda day for me also, thanks for the dinner idea 🤤

[@SheaLaVie]

Right at 1:28 Lars’ eyes were so wide 🙀🤣 I had to pause it lol! He’s so adorable and he sure was amazed by the snow 🥹🖤🐈‍⬛

[@kathywinkleman]

Your night must have been a true nightmare, glad you guys were able to get out before the bear spray made you physically sick. But, why did I literally gasp (out loud) when you fell LOL . I am glad you found some snow and got to enjoy the actual snowfall. Stay safe out there. HI LARS!!! 😻

[@Zenful1]

I keep my bear spray in the door cup holder in the 2 door I exit my van. Definitely need an out of the way place.

[@bettyG101]

Don't forget to buy some wool blankets and hand warmer packets. I love the snow, but can't handle the cold. ❤

[@Sunshine-pt4ks]

You deserve a big hug after that ordeal🫂🫂one for you and one for Lars. Good to know you are okay.. Much love.💕

[@inezwalls1899]

Tomato soup and grilled cheese, one of my favorite meals one of my

[@nomaderic]

It's crazy how us car/van lifers always end up at the same places. When I went there I went to the same Walmart to get a new tire and slept at the same cracker barrel before leaving the next day lol. I need to go back there soon. As far as cities go it's up there with the beauty. Those mountains just tower around you and are so beautiful.

[@ohizkimmie]

The gasp I gusped when you talked about the bear spray 😢. I also made grilled cheese and tomato soup for the cold the other day too😅

[@nineblossoms]

Aww I'm sorry to hear that happened, I'm glad you and Lars are okay. You definitely can't go wrong with grilled cheese and tomato soup! 😊🌺🐝

[@suzannehall2014]

So glad to know that you and Lars are ok. Please be careful and stay safe, and try to stay warm as well while in Utah. BE BLESSED

[@MsPhillyG]

That bear spray thing was crazy. Those mountains were absolutely beautiful and I'm so glad you went back to Cracker Barrel no sense in staying in a creepy old parking lot with hardly anyone around and Cracker barrel has plenty of parking and other campers. Remember its safety in numbers😂

[@killaharding1355]

This is why I pray 🙏 for you and and others brave enough for this lifestyle❤

[@cherylvann6571]

May your luck change quickly! lol….two oopsies in a row! I love snow ❄️

[@michellealjunaidi8471]

It was definitely a grill cheese and soup kinda day.

[@sandyrvt]

Nothing beats grilled cheese and tomato soup on a snowy evening!

[@lauracarter5343]

I’ve enjoyed seeing you every day. And I’m glad you and Lars survived the bear spray. Take care!

[@user-yg3dy8ei5u]

Hope you and Lars are okay after that.Looks like you walked into a blizzard.Safe travels.

[@pynkmoon2474]

So glad you get to see the snow falling

[@shawnahall4408]

Hi Mateo and Lars. This was awesome! From the snowfall to the skateboard fall... ALL shows a life being well explored and freely lived. I love it!💜🖤 Sorry to hear about the bear spray incident but I'm so glad to hear the way you found the "brightside" in even that situation; that is so refreshing.😊 I thought I escaped wanting what you're eating because I rarely eat cereal, but now I want grilled cheese and soup!🤦🏽‍♀️🤭 Thank you for sharing. See ya tomorrow.👋🏽

[@cathyfarmer1763]

Oh man... So sorry that happened to you Mateo and Lars!!!... Sending love, peace, warmth and blessings!!! 🙏🏾💕😊

[@richiejd7]

Grilled cheese with tomato soup.... Yummmmmy 😋😋😋

[@WhereIsJeena]

Ohhhh yeah I've done that before. Dropped mine when coming in from walking my dogs and that's when I realized I lost my pin lol had to just get a fanny pack with bottle holders now for our walks. Best idea I've had I just grab my pack and go and also carry an air horn and can fit my phone in it to.

[@elsienorback7689]

You are supposed to put bear spray into a metal canister. A military ammo metal box is what we use for work here in Alaska.

[@elsienorback7689]

You can pick up the metal canister from any resale shop for military gear. It might be hard to find down south because they are normally near military bases. We have quite a few military bases in Alaska so it’s easy for me to find such things. Hope you find something to put your bear spray in. Even a Tupperware container would work.

[@vickigeorge5073]

Just saw the video of Brandi passing, I am sure your kindness touched her. We never know what someone is going thru. Hope her pup finds a good forever home it effects them as much as us. The care of yourself and safe travels. From AZ

[@mytravelnow]

❤😊 Good morning Captain and Lars!! I'm getting spoiled by these daily vlogs sir!!!❤😊 my suggestion is a pocket pouch draped over the back of your driver seat. Your must have catch all❤😊 I'm so glad you all are ok ❤😊

[@AnitaCharlene]

Oh no!!!! 😮 😮 3:57

[@geralynpalacol3764]

Aw, that Morning shot of Lars was sooooo ADORABLE!!!!! Looking forward to what you’re Cooking Today Sweet Mateo!!!

[@DianeC.]

Hi Teo!!! Its 8-10-24. Catching up on all your videos. I think the snow looks pretty when it first falls. The trees look real pretty. I do not like to be out in it tho. It will be here soon enough. Beautiful mountains!!!Do alot of people camp out at Cracker Barrel??? What will do once they start checking the parking lots???That was a good dinner for a cold nite. I have never dunked my Grilled-Cheese in tomato soup...I'll have to try it this winter... Nice Video!!!...🦋

[@judeemerson2331]

Watching (with ads) :):):)

[@Laurie-hn4ng]

My all time favorite easy meal!! I just put my soup in a mug. Yum!

[@lynnie4820]

Glad you both are ok!! Stay Safe!! 💞The grilled cheese and tomato soup always reminds me of my mother🕊 this was our special treat meal!!😊

[@busagyrl8109]

Some people rotate every time they get oil change or every 2nd oil change. It depends on how much you drive. Rotating helps with even wear. Getting a wheel alignment is necessary as well if needed. Safe travels ❤ no more skateboarding without helmet lol

[@TheOnlyRemyD]

Grilled cheese and tomato soup is the best. So glad to see you have the positive attitude to push through the hardships

[@dsgm10]

OMG that soup and grilled cheese looks so good. I know what I am having for lunch today, I love snow camping but you just need a better heating system. If you can keep the van warm, you can enjoy playing out in the snow, knowing you will be toasty when you go home. Stay safe out there. Looking forward to whats next.

[@nancycoole5217]

Mateo, sending Peace and Positivity to you & Lars, from the snowy Catskill Mtns of NY ✨️ A ❄️ ❄️❄️ day is the perfect kinda day for a comforting bowl of tomato soup and a grilled cheese! Add fresh Basil to your tomato soup.....Super Yummy!

[@bakarangerpinku]

Oh please be more careful. Leaving anything on while you’re away from your vehicle home is akin to leaving a candle lit. Should ANYTHING ever happen you won’t be there to save the day and instantly put out any fires. Always worry something out to the point either it’s silly or if it can turn realistically awful then take steps to avoid it. Not only is there the slimmest chance something could happen but you might lose Lars, too!! 🐈‍⬛🪄 Please just buy him a nice wool blanket or something. Or a wool blanket for yourself and Lars. Real woolen blankets can be pricey but that’s an investment and possible family heirloom quality kind of blanket lol. They’re perfect for not having heat. Lars would probably love it!

[@dwalker6868]

Enjoy the snow you finally got to see it out of the sky❤

[@greenbean97]

Duuude spraying myself if my worst nightmare omg. That SUCKS!! Im so glad u guys are okay.

[@ldaniel888]

Darn. The bear spray. Like right from a film. Sorry that happened. Glad you are both feeling better after that. You are a great storyteller, if that helps a little.

[@felionrobinson698]

Organization is the key

[@ritawoodfork3086]

You are very brave - be safe, warm, fed, blessed out there!

[@EVGuiller]

Glad to hear little Lars didn’t get hurt, sorry you got the worst part. Now the way you lay the cheese on the bread bothered me a little hahahaha 💕

[@GertrudeVanlife]

I'm glad you guys are okay I'm sure that's something you'll never forget❤😂 bear spray

[@ChocolateNaturallySweet]

Hey KZbin Nephew, Oh no, now that's something I no longer enjoy in my 50s snow. Being I'm in a four season state, I definitely don't look forward to it at all. Watching you prepare a staple cold weather meal has me wanting a grilled ham and cheese sandwich with chicken noodle for dinner since temperatures are in the low 30s. Another great video for Vlogmas! Have a great evening and stay warm! 👩🏾‍🚀🐈‍⬛🫶🏿🧣🧤🧦🧥✌🏾 Question for your next Q&A 1. In 2024, will you be planning any future astronauts meetups? 2. Have you considered making a vanlife cookbook? 3. Will you, in the future, consider sponsorship or more sponsorship for the items you utilize for vanlife living?

[@rhondapalmer1148]

I am so amazed, that you cook a whole meal in your van. You make it look so easy.

[@afortunatefool777]

That bear spray incident was too wild! Glad you and Lars are ok. 👍✌️🌞

[@Roline-i1z]

I lived in Utah for quite a while while i worked in Zion Nat Park. You should head towards Southern Utah. You will have lots of snowy mountains but a bit warmer days at lower elevations. Especially around St George area. Two ski resorts there too and amazing National parks. Hit the hippy based Mystic Hot Springs In Richfield too. Great vibes there. Safe travels with many blessings on your adventures.

[@bassimmahmad5957]

Oh man, the picture in the background of the video is so f***g cool

[@Kemelya]

You make me so excited for this lifestyle. My son loves it too!

[@deborahcargle9968]

That is crazy...I'm so glad that you and Larz are ok...Absolutely Crazy.

[@asifyoucare]

Well, my thought is dude be careful where you park when it's snowy because you might get stuck in that spot for a long time. (So glad you went back to CrackerB)

[@xo_dutchess]

Can you please make chili or some different soups? I love the process of you making food but hate I can’t try any of it. Lol 😂🤤 Y’all be safe out in the snow storm…I’m from GA too so I know the feeling of not having any.

[@elizzbethjiminez4817]

Wow, that was a crazy evening. 🤪

[@tamikacalhoun1300]

You need to get reflective and cover your windows for insulation.

[@MadamTickTickBoom]

Mateo and Lars!❤Glad you're both safe! XO

[@msachristy1]

Dang, glad you and Lars are ok!

[@cathiecollins7320]

Found your channel through Adventure time Loui! Subbed❤!

[@nikkiep23]

Yes Utah is beautiful. I'm originally from SoCal currently living in Colorado. Awesome job with Vlogmas. Tomato soup and grilled cheese is the best comfort food go too. I like to add tomato to my grilled cheese.

[@gladyssellers7647]

Oh wow😂 my laugh for the day! Glad you're ok. Be safe out there. Soup and grill cheese...good cold weather meal.

[@bepeaceful4797]

Hi Mateo, you really seem to be enjoying the cold. Brrr I’m a sunny day person. So beautiful those mountains of Utah. I hope your can has good heat. Enjoy be safe. Accidents just make us to be more careful. Enjoy

[@TheStarspirit123]

Hey Mateo, When you started talking about the bear spray rolling out I was thinking you tripped over it, but to hear it sprayed out over you and Lars 😮 that must have been so disconcerting and frightening - I'm just glad you are both ok 👍 . Appreciating the daily videos😊 x

[@nicolesimpson4614]

Cracker Barrel has the cutest stuff.. ❤glad u and Lars are ok..

[@cindylampp4719]

This really touched my heart. 0:56 I'm so glad you treated Brandy so lovingly and sorry you had such a a shocking experience. Sometimes the Lord allows us to go through things like this to come face to face with our own mortality. God bless you and happy New year with plenty of warmth for you and your cat!

[@harrypottah8889]

I love love love all the views you’re getting. Much deserved! Road to 30k!!!

[@TroddingLionFace]

Wow they still make French toast crunch!😮 Almost happy you and Lars are ok.

[@msworkinitout]

😂😂 I'm sorry Mateo... that was funny... the things that happens behind the scenes 😂😂😂

[@lavonnepruitt3905]

So glad that you and Lars are okay! Bear spray can be really intense. Your cereal looks yummy delicious! Crunch away! Snow is so beautiful to watch! You should consider having your tires rotated at every oil change and it will help preserve the life of your tires. I have my tires rotated every time I have my oil changed. You and Lars stay warm and safe! Wow! You are Lars are in UTAH! Traveling guys! 😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀 .

[@msg9957]

You should really look into why you cause things to explode. Maybe it's a lot of good energy you have? im really intrigued.

[@colleeneyre6588]

I once strayed my moms pepper spray as a kid and accidentally choked myself out. It wasn't bear spray though and it was in a bigger space than a van. That musta sucked

[@geralynpalacol3764]

Your sweet LAUGH gives off such a POSITIVE VIBE🥰. (ok, listening to you about to share something Aweful that happened……

[@sparklecreations]

Now I want a grilled cheese sandwich and hot soup and it’s almost 1:30am here !! 😂. Looks delicious!

[@Mr_van]

와우 ! 벤이 아니고 호텔이네요 ! 😊😊😊 나의 벤은 초라합니다 ~^^ 혹시 아이폰 HDR 촬영인가요?

[@joyscott1411]

Hi Mateo! Thanks for sharing, I am enjoying vlogmas! Stay safe out there!

[@thereciastreet9496]

Oh my gosh, not the bear spray in the middle of the night. So glad you both are okay now. I do miss the snow as far as a white Christmas but I opt to get a flock snow tree and digress 😂. I was always wondering how them bottles of water got filled at Walmart. Learn something new everyday. Tfs be safe and blessed of course you would fall off the skateboard and laugh but glad you didn’t hurt yourself.

[@joannaazar7396]

Wow! I love the beautiful snow ❄️. Wishing you and Lars safety. Much love: NewJersey ❤❤

[@fayestueben-oe4dg]

I'm soo glad your both ok that is scary 😨 😬

[@shay22n4]

Been watching your vlogmas with my morning coffee😊 the Utah views are insane! Have you been to New Mexico? Their state parks and mountain views are the most beautiful places I've been yet on my nomad journey. Pretty mild winter weather between 30-70, and ALWAYS sunny! Stay warm yall❤