Young FAMILY transforms old BUS into LUXURY TINY HOME (& everyone has something to say about it)

[@LivingtheHighReiff]

Thank you so much for sharing our build! There are a lot of comments regarding the lack of space and privacy for the kids and how selfish we parents are 😃 We read the comments to the boys and they appreciate the concern 😂 We've been in the bus for about 14 months and would more space be nice? Absolutely! But the boys love their bunk areas and really only spend time in them to sleep and read or have quiet time. 90% of the waking hours are outside so we really only need more interior space on the rainy days. Living in a tiny space isn't for everyone, and that's OK! Living in a 6,000 sf house also isn't for everyone. But hope you enjoyed this tour and feel free to reach out with any questions!

[@surrindermehra9828]

Same thing as a home

[@tabitha-sk5kc]

When I was a kid I would have loved living like this! As I became an older teenager, I don't think I would have liked it as much. But this family seems very happy. And families don't need tons of space to be happy. Plenty of well adjusted children are brought up in small spaces.

[@jenniferdyke3335]

Beautiful build-out! I'm amazed at the number of talented people who can do so much themselves or, at least, are willing to try and learn. Also, what a great learning experience for the kids, not to mention learning discipline and cooperation living in a smaller space!❤️

[@debkincaid2891]

Very nice. ❤ Your children will never forget this wonderful period in their lives. Congratulations!

[@orlinchirinos1981]

I like the 😂 adult kid bike trike

[@kelleyhawk6595]

Pros/cons~I love so much abt the family skoolies…there’s having the closeness, love, & really spending time with the kids & knowing what they’re doing. My issues w/ it are there’s no consistent stability for long term friends, environment familiarity (neighborhood socialization). It’s a lot of moving the kids around constantly & even quite a bit of social isolation.

[@emwiley5137]

One shelf for all your things. That's it for the boys. Wow. 215 Sq feet is pretty tight for 5 people.

[@LivingtheHighReiff]

It's actually amazing what you realize you dont need once you travel full time...we downsized quite a bit and still dont wear everything. 😄

[@Niselynn93]

Those kid's are so lucky to be able to travel and learn about deferent things

[@DonnaKWeaverAuthor]

I usually hate in-video ads, but yours on this one was fun. Nicely done!

[@tiger2old]

Riley this old guy (74 years old) has been a subscriber for the last two years! We “old guys” are not all mentally challenged. Regardless, love your channel and viewing your escapades.

[@JonniD]

Jenna, if possible, please try to showcase some builds in which the children have more space and privacy.

[@sashabenoit1518]

I'm sorry but the notion that kids NEED to have their own space and privacy is a complete myth. We've just become accustomed to Children having their own dedicated spaces with privacy within the family home and therefore we've convinced ourselves that that's how it should be. But it wasn't always this way, this idea is relatively new in modern culture. Up until around the turn of the last century, it was the norm that most average family homes had one single bed shared by the whole family, or one bed for the Parents and one for the Children, typically in an open loft type of space with the Parents sleeping below. And this practice is still common among many cultures around the world to this day. Just because something is the "popular" or "normal" thing to do in society, doesn't always mean that it's the best or even the right thing to do. I'd actually argue that the old fashioned way is better. For one, it keeps the family close together and more involved in each other's day to day lives. It forces the kids to share and find a way to get along together, as well as removes any feelings of jealousy or favoritism by one Child having more or better than another. Plus, the less privacy they have, the less of a likelihood that they can get into trouble or hide things from their Parents, which makes it easier for the Parents to keep a better eye on them. Also, I'd even go as far as to say that I think that modern kids are actually worse off today than their ancestors growing up because nowadays, the family unit has never been more broken, barely spending time together, kids are increasingly becoming more entitled than ever and they're growing up way too fast, ditching their childhood earlier and earlier, while simultaneously lacking in maturity.

[@malwind]

​@@sashabenoit1518 I'm sorry, but the notion that we NEED to wash our hands is a complete myth. We've just become accustomed to washing hands and therefore we've convinced ourselves that that's how it should be. But it wasn't always this way, this idea is relatively new in modern culture. Up until the turn of the current century, it was the norm that most families did not teach their kids proper hand hygiene. And this practice is still common among many cultures around the world today. Just because something is the "popular" or "normal" thing to do in society doesn't always mean that it's the best or even the right thing to do... Yes, let's put 24/7 surveillance on our kids so they never learn to be independent and can never get a social break from their families or learn to be content in their own company.

[@janeysiegrist5061]

😂😂​@malwind that's taking things to the enth degree, don't you think? Lord your comparing scientific truth to subjective lifestyle. You can't even seriously compare the two, because there's no comparison. Take your clutched pearls and find an argument that fits your agenda. 😂🎉

[@jesslinc]

@@sashabenoit1518 💯

[@jesslinc]

@@malwind you're not clever, you're obnoxious

[@FloatingVillageLife]

Turning a school bus into a luxury tiny home is an incredible feat! The creativity and hard work your family has put into transforming a humble vehicle into a stunning and comfortable space is truly remarkable. It’s inspiring to see such vision and dedication come to life, creating a unique and cozy home for your family. And I am Floating Village Life, Hit follow and let's explore together!

[@tammycruz8189]

Very Beautiful Build. Safe Travels Always. God Bless Ya'll ❤️ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ 🐩

[@jennifernimmo9531]

I think it’s great short term in some ways and not so great long term because the kids will need room to grow and a place to sleep and stay when they get bigger. And yes moving around constantly does create emotional instability because they miss the chance to make life long friend ships. But every parent is entitled to their own opinions.

[@sashabenoit1518]

I'm sorry but the notion that kids NEED to have their own space and privacy is a complete myth. We've just become accustomed to Children having their own dedicated spaces with privacy within the family home and therefore we've convinced ourselves that that's how it should be. But it wasn't always this way, this idea is relatively new in modern culture. Up until around the turn of the last century, it was the norm that most average family homes had one single bed shared by the whole family, or one bed for the Parents and one for the Children, typically in an open loft type of space with the Parents sleeping below. And this practice is still common among many cultures around the world to this day. Just because something is the "popular" or "normal" thing to do in society, doesn't always mean that it's the best or even the right thing to do. I'd actually argue that the old fashioned way is better. For one, it keeps the family close together and more involved in each other's day to day lives. It forces the kids to share and find a way to get along together, as well as removes any feelings of jealousy or favoritism by one Child having more or better than another. Plus, the less privacy they have, the less of a likelihood that they can get into trouble or hide things from their Parents, which makes it easier for the Parents to keep a better eye on them. Also, I'd even go as far as to say that I think that modern kids are actually worse off today than their ancestors growing up because nowadays, the family unit has never been more broken, barely spending time together, kids are increasingly becoming more entitled than ever and they're growing up way too fast, ditching their childhood earlier and earlier, while simultaneously lacking in maturity.

[@dianethoroughman9541]

​@sashabenoit1518 I completely agree with you.

[@sashabenoit1518]

@@dianethoroughman9541 You're one of the rare few that agrees lol... It's funny how much push back I actually get for saying stuff like this. I grew up in an old farmhouse with water hand pumped from the well, an outhouse, old fashioned kerosene lamps, and an old generator Macgyvered together from old lawn mower parts and we would only put it on long enough to make a phone call (we had one of those old giant car phones from the 80's-90's, or to heat up the water heater for showers and dishes in the colder months (summertime we'd use solar shower bags). We basically lived one or two steps above the Amish lol.. It was a simple lifestyle, we didn't have much but it was good and honest. When I compare my childhood to those of the kids I see today, my heart truly breaks for them. They're not getting out in the fresh air and using their imagination or taking risks and pushing their comfort zone to find their limits. They're not learning about the beauty of nature and all it has to offer, nor the dangers that come with it. They're not learning the meaning of an honest hard day's work that gives that sense of pride and accomplishment or learning the value of a dollar. They're just stuck inside, glued to their screens and are having everything handed to them with little to no effort or learning. Not to mention how it keeps families disconnected from each other... I understand that not everyone has the same expectations as me growing up and therefore they have a hard time relating and understanding it. But even without that experience, all we have to do is look at our elders and realize the massive difference in upbringings from their generations to today's. They're just built different... They're tougher, stronger, work harder, and appreciate the little things. They're more neighborly and involved in their communities and they're more honest, their word was their bond and a deal was made on a handshake. I guess what I'm trying to get at is that sometimes simpler is better and not every has to be modernized. Some things work for a reason and have for most of mankind's existence. So if it's not broke, don't fix it... But for whatever reason our modern society thinks it knows better than everyone that came before us because of the progress and technological advancements we've made. We've become arrogant and shortsighted and we've forgotten one of the most important things that have carried humanity throughout its history... Wisdom. The wisdom passed down from generation to generation. We've traded in wisdom for just knowledge because we've convinced ourselves that we're better and smarter than all of our ancestors and that's a foolish and dangerous mistake to make and it's certainly catching up with us.

[@jennifernimmo9531]

@@sashabenoit1518 I meant literal space. He made one of the kids beds SHORT because he is only 9 years old, so I meant space as in LITERAL space to sleep & grow once he gets BIGGER. Cause he’s not going to stay short for very long. I never said anything about space for privacy so your rant was really random.

[@LivingtheHighReiff]

@@jennifernimmo9531 This definitely isn't a long term solution for us, but short term, the kids will never out grow their bunks 😄 the boys love their space and have plenty of room

[@jennadimuccio4787]

The bunk beds are cool. Its important for each child to have there own space.❤

[@grouptherapy812]

You can say badass all you want. You, wonderful lady, are badass. Love everything you do here.

[@ULJoshmg2011]

Beautiful bike love it ❤

[@cherylstaples1790]

Ive been looking for a trike! Thank you!!

[@janiefox3458]

I love this schoolie - - I could live in this - - don't know if I could drive it -- but love the layout (and love the trike)

[@Bosslady0202]

The mother looks like Kylie Kelce. Are they related?? Nice build👏🏾👏🏾

[@joyhobbs5431]

great job guys i love it

[@dianethoroughman9541]

I want a trike just like it, but in pink!

[@TinyHouseGiantJourney]

They have it in pink!

[@geezygee]

numtot here; bikes and trikes are amazing for city goers and can do just as much as a car ty for helping to normalize tiny homes,density, and alt travel❤😊

[@DZCamaro-kz2vd]

beautiful bus!

[@debbralehrman5957]

Very nice setup guys.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🌺

[@janeysiegrist5061]

This is actually a great story about a nice family that people in the comments have totally ruined with their ideas and agendas. I wish them very well in their travels and the raising of their well grounded children.

[@LivingtheHighReiff]

Thank you! Everyone has their own opinions and that's OK!

[@lia12345Abc]

I can’t even imagine 5 living in such a small space… especially growing kids need space and privacy. The bed space is so small and that small living room. I kind of feel sorry for them. I can imagine a couple but not a family of 5. 😢

[@LivingtheHighReiff]

No need to feel sorry for us! We have been enjoying our time traveling the country! A tiny space isn't for everyone 😀

[@EvonneZhang-l6x]

Good looking trike!Thank you for sharing!

[@janetteheckman9198]

Lots of families might start doing this as house prices and rent are out to lunch. A good way to be able to live with little or no debt

[@glennda1939]

Great bus! Great family! The trike is great!

[@TinyHouseGiantJourney]

Yes on all fronts!!

[@ihaveadreamformykids4400]

It’s tougher having 3 kids in this bus lifestyle. Maybe one or two is perfect.

[@olbird7647]

Perhaps they can sell one? Maybe the youngest when he gets too long for his shorter bunk? Lol!

[@eduardoconstantino1738]

luv the trike, in florida you see them every where!

[@joanneganon7157]

Super nice build! Happy Trails🎉 Thanks Jenna😊! JO JO IN VT 💞

[@laruedouglas7972]

Love it.

[@prettygurl11ize]

Nice bus build Blessings ❤

[@CuzmicTarot]

Omg I am so ready for this episode!! ❤ Thank You Jenna!

[@tynitahaines4012]

Love tricycle. Would love to have one.

[@RebekahMcLeod-m7z]

All the comments about the beds…really you don’t live in bed it’s for sleeping. There still is personal space and privacy. The story is about the journey and this family will have lifelong memories.

[@92Tulips]

I need that tricycle 😊

[@amritapritam2891]

I will die in that small space I feel sad for kids

[@Dansan-bo7lv]

Children are happy any where their family is

[@imcharmed4evr]

Only thing I worry about is if the 9 yr old hits a growth spurt 😬 & the shower is so tiny, it wouldn’t work for me, but that’s just my thoughts. It’s decorated very nice!

[@pixidust]

What happens when the kids grow where will they sleep

[@HPTFan]

🏡

[@liselottnelson5479]

Are you kidding me. I want one.

[@ewalker1057]

Nice. Where did the find the magnetic shelves on the refrigerator?

[@gailegormley5744]

I have a tricycle but wish that I had an electric one.

[@happycustomer3448]

How much did it cost?

[@HalifaxComputersRepair]

its called freedom and free rent ! you only pay for repairs and gas and food lol

[@splashesin8]

😎

[@cathyclark6652]

Jenna - put your instep on the pedals instead of your arch - you are doing twice the work with the arch method!

[@TinyHouseGiantJourney]

Oh 😮 I need more practice!

[@jennypridham9991]

😊

[@f.d2044]

Children need more space and privacy growing up I hate to see when families don’t give their kids the larger areas for sleep and expression

[@TagertSoutherland]

I am going to bet they are a close and loving family. Odds are they are doing more and learning more than the average kid.

[@jenniboo9441]

​@TagertSoutherland it doesn't matter how close they are. 13 and 11 year olds *need* privacy. They need friends.

[@suzannecranford6819]

I agree.​@@TagertSoutherland

[@segundacuenta726]

I think there is a compromise with every design and space. Also since much of the living is done outside, privacy has to be found outside as well (I am thinking tents would be effective for places that allow them). Overall I have seen and read nothing but good things as far as children growing up having amazing experiences and learning stuff that regular people don't even imagine. Cheers

[@andrewmutavi590]

Teens need privacy or a sense of it,the space doesn't need nor have to be big,just private,pre teens not so much

[@teresal5553]

Laundromats? Hand washing?

[@DebraJMSmith]

There's really no privacy for anyone. It seems very unfair to the children. Between the children having no privacy for themselves and clearly that they will hear things, kids should not hear, it just seems wrong. The kids are too old for this.

[@bonniegale9028]

If that trike were electric...

[@liselottnelson5479]

At that price why not just buy an RV

[@diamondperidot]

Even is not as safe and not as well insulated. Plus they were able to et9 make this conversion exactly as they wanted it to be.

[@LivingtheHighReiff]

Hey! So our main reason for not buying an RV, was so we could customize it how we liked and also to be able to be off grid/book docking...it's a little harder to do that with an RV

[@arina61998]

Personaly i hate situations when large family with kids is living in scooly, but this this sculy is cozy and gogeros! And every kid has his own space.

[@jeepssnow9506]

Using the gutter language didn’t add anything to this otherwise charming episode- & the ‘trike’ was impressive, too! Nice rig conversion!

[@belindaroberts3090]

I didnt see a tv or washer

[@LivingtheHighReiff]

We don't have either. We use laundromats and laptop screens for TV

[@cristinamartinez8030]

Por qué los padres no renuncian a su espacio y son los niños los que tienen que renunciar a su privacidad.Lo pueden idealizar todo lo que quieran pero no es forma de vivir con niños.

[@LivingtheHighReiff]

The boys actually have more privacy than we do, and more room since we parents only sleep on a full mattress.

[@marywalker2896]

Selfish selfish selfish but they will never admit it.

[@LivingtheHighReiff]

I would be interested in hearing what you think is selfish...? we've been in the bus for 14 months and the boys have loved traveling all over the country!

[@offairhead]

2:38 the term is “computer Drafting” not computer Graphting 😉💋

[@jenniboo9441]

Its lovely but 11, 13, and 9 are way too old to not have any space or privacy. Its wrong and selfish. Even just buying a bigger vehicle where an actual bedroom could have been created would have been less awful. Idk I don't think this is right and shouldn't be glorified

[@shiralleehaggart72]

Exactly. Also in most of these videos the parents have a full sized bed and the children are cooped up in glorified tiny bunks.

[@LivingtheHighReiff]

@@shiralleehaggart72 We read your comment to our boys and they laughed about it...their bunks are the favorite part of the bus. They have plenty of room in them to sleep, read or have quite time, so not quite sure why you would like they are "cooped up"

[@LivingtheHighReiff]

I dont think that it's glorified...the boys love their bunk areas and find its the perfect spot to have time to themselves. This lifestyle isn't for everyone, but the 14 months we've been in the bus, it's been working out really well!

[@jenniboo9441]

@@LivingtheHighReiff I'm sure they did laugh about it. Like I said, would anything change if they had an issue? Also, conditioning children to be happy with less than adequate care doesn't absolve you of your responsibility as parents to ensure they have what they need. They need privacy. Idc what you say.

[@shiralleehaggart72]

@@jenniboo9441 Agree with you. Also all laughs until they hear their parents 'at it one night' and the laughs turn to 'embarrassment'. Especially for the teens.

[@kelleyhawk6595]

Pros/cons~I love so much abt the family skoolies…there’s having the closeness, love, & really spending time with the kids & knowing what they’re doing. My issues w/ it are there’s no consistent stability for long term friends, environment familiarity (neighborhood socialization). It’s a lot of moving the kids around constantly & even quite a bit of social isolation.