@@LadyBugout I have a random question. Once in a past video you made, you mentioned your BOOTS 🥾 that are your favorite to wear. I wrote it down but now I can’t find it. They look like “Chelsea” boots. Please can you remind me. What’s the name brand of your boots. They slip on no laces. Thanks so much.
She’s back!!! so excited to finally get to see everyone getting just as excited for you as we have been behind-the-scenes! All the love that is being sent your way is totally deserved because you are an incredible human and I know that this next chapter is going to be filled with so much joy!!!
You know, you kind of gave it away the other night hen you talked about going on a trip with Riley and Dee... Heh, heh, heh... there's only *one* Dee.😏
So glad you are back in it! We missed you and your inspiration. What a great plan going forward! My winter is being spent building out my new (to me) 2013 Transit Connect xlt, 71k miles! Take good care! See you on the road, I hope!
Nice to see you back Dee, looking forward to your new adventure getting the new van ready.glad you decided to carry on with vanlife know how much it meant to you.take care stay safe xxxx
Nice Choice it's get'n harder To Find my Choice; CLean Chevy Van's with Low miLes, & You Can't Stand in Them, So maybe in 5-Yrs i'd Like This StyLe/Make Van, HopefulLy it Serves You WelL, it Has Front WheeL Drive Maybe ? Have Trans FLuid Changed, it is interesting To See How Diff Van's HoLdup, maybe Every 15/20-k. MiLes You Can Do a update @ How MechanicaLs Are Working, bye GOOD 😊LUCK, LadyBug
Stoic and Buddhist philosophy teach us that change is inevitable and perpetual. Despite that we find change difficult. I’m happy that you put in the time and effort to make the best decisions for you. It’s wonderful to see you back, and I look forward to you sharing your new journey with us. Take care and be well. 💕
That ladybug visit was an off-the-charts sign of good things to come. Not only a message from your mom, but ladybug symbolism is all about good luck, protection, wishes/dreams coming true. Very happy for you.
It is wonderful to see you back! I’m so glad you ground something that brings you peace. You are my favorite “van-lifer” to watch. I’ve missed your videos and look forward for more to come.
There’s a channel called My Big Tiny House Life. She built out a Ram Promaster using items from IKEA, plus adding a swivel seat, a MaxAir fan and two side windows. You might get some inspiration from it. So happy you’ve decided to move forward.
I have been thinking and wondering what was going on and hoping you would be back and here you are!!!! I can't wait to see you transform this new van!!!!!
Dee, Happy it all worked out for you. The memories of the lil' red van Lady Bugout will always be with you. She gave you many wonderful memories. The next van will provide you with many more happy miles and the charming home you create. Wishing you all the best in 2025 and beyond.
Glad you saved her. When it comes to things, it's just stuff but vans are our homes. Some ppl don't get it. My bf is starting to. It's mine, I chose it, bought it & made it my home. It's my place of peace & comfort. There's no place I sleep better than my van. I've been able to travel the USA this year & saw almost everyone (sorry Geiger, 2025 for sure!) I care about & thank God for them & a place to park at night.
I knew you would overcome the stressful decision making. And so you now have a bigger home on wheels, you deserve that !❤. Cant wait for your videos on making it so cozy and efficient with the livibility spacez.
Relieved for you… I was just looking for you yesterday like what happened to lady bug out! Glad you had options for both and it’s a happy continuing Adventure.
I have not even watched your video yet, but I am so excited to see that you got another man and will be making new videos because I so enjoy your adventures and suggestions! Welcome home!
❤I am so thankful you are back and you have both your old van and a new project. I will continue to keep you in my prayers for positive energy and healing. Your videos are so informative and entertaining as well as strangely calming. It is a documented fact that some people will try to take advantage of women when it comes to mechanics work or vehicle purchases, but there are plenty of competent and ethical car dealers and mechanics too. You did really good to take the time, do the revaluation of gaols and resources and plan out what is best for you. I'm so excited you are back and going to take us along on your continued journey. Blessings.
I travelled for 3 months in my bare mid length Transit van before I started installing anything permanent. 8 years later (85k miles) I still have the same van & am very happy with it for part time travel. (1 to 3 months stretches) FYI having a passenger seat that rotates to face the back is a "game changer" for opening up the van and having an already "built in" comfortable lounging chair. Installing a wall between the cabin area & the back would not allow you to use the passenger seat and close in an already small space even more. I type this as I am sitting in my comfy reversed passenger seat. Also - for safety & to open up the interior - you will wanna install a window on your sliding door. "CR Lawrence" makes one with a small section of a screened in window that opens awning style. I use mine ALL the time. I've gone thru a similar process and could go on & on with more suggestions but I type to slow. Good luck...
@TerryManitoba Windows are a game changer 4 sure.....especially in such a small space, as is dark window-tinting and those window deflectors. They even have window solar fans if you don't want to cut into the roof.
@@leilal8053 Well you probably want to cut in the roof to install a proper Fan (a tried and true location for centuries-:) A fan installed as close as possible to the cooking area as well. Since Smoke - fumes & heat rise - a roof fan is the best choice. That's where I put mine & after 8 years I would not have done it an different.
So happy for your happy ending. I really think your subscribers will enjoy seeing a new build out. That is one of my favorite parts to watch. We all like to daydream and think of different ways to do things. Looking forward to joining you on this journey.
This is awesome. Just remember that if you don't like something? You can change it or try something new. That seems to be your philosophy and I'm glad you're sticking to it. You're gonna love the new, bigger van. Now you can carry more water, have more food storage, even have room for an emergency shower (collapsing kiddie/dog pool, curtain, pressure sprayer) and room to store it without ever abandoning minimalism. That means longer trips and more time to do all the things you want to do. And the best part? Since you're a minimalist, that van is going to feel massive no matter how large you make your bed platform or seating area. Gonna be so fun watching this develop.
There couldn't have been a better happy ending to your dilemma! So happy you get to keep Lady Bugout, and also so excited to follow your journey to build your new, larger van. Best wishes for your new adventure!
@@LadyBugout I just want to tell you that it means a lot that you actually reply to comments. You are one of the EXTREMELY FEW who actually interact with your followers. It, of course, makes me feel like you really care about your community. Thank you for that!
We love you, Dee! ❤ so much love in the community you have created here. Your mom and Lady Bugout will be with you in heart and spirit no matter what 🐞❤
Hooray. I can't wait to see the innovative and unique build ideas you come up with in your promaster. Your Lady Bugout layout has always been, and will always be, my favourite Ford Transit Connect build ever. So I'm sure you will come up with something amazing ❤ I can't wait to continue to support and encourage your journey 🐞❤
It's so strange. The last time you made and posted a video, I'd been thinking about you and wondering how you were doing within a few days before. Then I got the answer in the video you posted. Well, I just wondered again a few days ago, and here you are answering that question...lol. I am so happy for you and glad you'll still be around on TH-cam!🎉 Blessings and Happy Winter Solstice!
Yay! I was hoping you’d get a Ram Promaster!!🎉 maybe also consider making the front seats turn toward the back rather than putting up a wall. Also, such a beautiful confirmation of the ladybug on your windshield.
Dee, so good to hear from you. It sounds like you have been busy and given your next steps a lot of thought. I'm looking forward to following you on your journey. Thanks for sharing. That visiting ladybug has to be a "sign" that you are on the right path. Happy holidays and best wishes for a safe journey filled with love.
Welcome back Dee Congratulations on your new van A lot of thought and calculation has gone into the purchase Sharing your excitement on equipping the new van and trying out new things As before, I will pick up new ideas and tips from what you do Hope the budget is small and you can be back on the road quickly Sharing your adventures Introducing us to your friends And you living the life that you have chosen to the full
@ I wonder what places you will have visited by Christmas Day next year. 😀. How many new friends you will have made in your travels and new memories as well. I really exciting time in your life Makes me think of bubbles. Have a blessed and Merry Christmas Dee and your family
Making life decisions, no matter how carefully you consider the choices and options, are not a guarantee to be the best ones for you. This “ending” could have never been foretold.. so happy for you and excited to hear the name of the newest addition to your van family ❤️🙏
So glad to see you back and I love that you were able to save ladybug out, but also get something else to build out. Look forward to following you through all of these steps and adventures! ✌🏼❤️
Congrats on the Promaster Dee, it’s going to give you a lot more room. (I’m helping my brother in law build out his Promaster 2500 159 WB) Also, I’m very glad you found a replacement engine for Lady Bugout, that would have been my choice. Looking forward to seeing your future build! 🤗
Omg!! 🎉 im so happy for you! You're going to have so much space that you will be running circles around the van 😊 When you showed the ladybug on your windscreen, i had goosebumps on goosebumps and tears rolling down my face. Congratulations and cant wait to watch you build this van out and your new adventures ❤❤❤❤🙏
I believe you, the person, represent what Lady Bugout is. I understand the sentimental attachment to the vehicle itself but you are a very strong and beautiful woman. You can always save it on your property or a storage unit until then.
So very happy for you. All of us can receive those confirmation clues if we trust that we will. I also believe that the solutions we need will present themselves if once again we trust that they will. I look forward to watching you on this continuing journey. ❤❤❤
Happy Endings and New Beginning do come true.!!! ❤ I am so very happy for you.!! One saftey feature I hope you think about in the build, you said you wanted a dividing wall between cab of van and back, would you consider putting a door in it of somekind so you don’t always have to walk outside to get in the back.!! You’re a beautiful lady, remember to think safety please.!! Happy Building.!!! Best of both worlds, Will be great to still see you in your Ladybug ❤
So happy for you!! Looking forward to seeing how beautiful your new home will turn out!!! Wishing you a Merry Christmas and happy New Year and of course happy life!! I believe your mom gave you that sign!!
I know that you can handle anything you want to I’m just glad that you’re back on your channel I missed you lol 🇺🇸🌹 and Merry Christmas to you and your family 🙏🥗
🎉🎉Congrats on the new Ram and cheers for saving Lady Bugout, this is so good to hear from you. Happy for you Dee and excited to see what your build will look like. Happy Holidays, take care and take the time to enjoy the ride.🎄🍾🥂🚐🥰🤗
🎉🎉🎉 This is such great news, Dee! I absolutely love the sign from your mom that you have moved in the right direction with the Ram. I'm really looking forward to seeing your new unconventional build!
Your mom sent that ladybug to bring you a message: She's with YOU - not as a function of what van you're driving or even where you're living. She's just With. You. Tethered forever by the unmatched love between mother and child. It wouldn't have mattered what choices you made or what van you chose to buy. She's just With You. And she's here through you. 🐞
So good to see you again and glad you have worked through the Ladybug challenge. My Transit Connect subframe rusted through (I took it in for an occasional thump noise). It cost me $1800 to fix but that was after the mechanic told me the engine runs fine. My conversion continues but I did take it camping to get more ideas. Michigan weather dictates I have to figure out how to heat it. Good luck and I look forward to your new build out!
Every single time I spent money on an apartment I regretted it. I went straight back to my van home. Get another van home. Vehicles are twice the cost four years ago. I'm saving up for a down payment, because I know my van is ten years old and won't last forever. I'm with you GF. I will pray for you to get the right van.
What I have done with my Promaster, 159" wheel base, 12 feet long cargo area is I've hung an insulating curtain between the cargo area and put the seats on swivels. This gives the separated area when I want it separated and open when I want it open. It takes up less space than a fixed wall would. It makes it easier to control the temperature. I framed out all the "furniture" with 80/20 extruded aluminum. It is lighter and stronger than wood and should deal better with the rolling tornado that a home on wheels is referred to. With careful planning you should be able to put just about any comforts that you want in it such as shower, toilet, closet, tiny kitchen, etc. I've had a blast camping and traveling in mine as I figured out how I wanted it to be. Some things stayed the way I first planned and others got one or more revisions before I was comfortable with the design. I'm sure you will enjoy the process and find it fulfilling to build out another van. And the best part is you get to live in Lady Bug Out during the process.
Yay! We are stoked to see you back! You are one of our biggest inspos and it hasn’t been the same without you. When we saw the thumbnail, we said “Promaster!” We know you are going to make this awesome-er!!! 🎉😊
Hey Ms. Dee! If anyone deserves the best of both worlds, it's you. I think you will love the ability to stand in your new rig. Eager to see how you meet the challenge to create a new rolling home, I'll be along for the ride!
I am so happy that things worked out for you! I will be interested to see how you upfit your Promaster. You will have to get vinyl ladybugs instead of black dots, so you can name the new van, Lady Bugout II !
i for one can’t wait to see the build. bugout was a beauty, well thought out and practical with a side of cute. (PS - i just last week looked you up on YT to see what had been decided. crickets then, but info now. congrats)
DEE - so excited for you! Congratulations! Long, stressful process, but NOW you can relax and enjoy your new build. Whew. WE WERE WORRIED about you. Sending hugs your way. You GO girl! 👍💗👍
Fasten your seat belts, everyone, the Lady is back! A new vantastic chapter begins!
Hahaha, yes!!! I’m so excited💃🏻🙌🏼💪🏼
@@LadyBugout I have a random question. Once in a past video you made, you mentioned your BOOTS 🥾 that are your favorite to wear. I wrote it down but now I can’t find it. They look like “Chelsea” boots. Please can you remind me. What’s the name brand of your boots. They slip on no laces. Thanks so much.
She’s back!!! so excited to finally get to see everyone getting just as excited for you as we have been behind-the-scenes! All the love that is being sent your way is totally deserved because you are an incredible human and I know that this next chapter is going to be filled with so much joy!!!
Hello my friend! It’s good to be back. I’m so excited 💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻
You know, you kind of gave it away the other night hen you talked about going on a trip with Riley and Dee... Heh, heh, heh... there's only *one* Dee.😏
So glad you are back in it! We missed you and your inspiration. What a great plan going forward! My winter is being spent building out my new (to me) 2013 Transit Connect xlt, 71k miles! Take good care! See you on the road, I hope!
Nice to see you back Dee, looking forward to your new adventure getting the new van ready.glad you decided to carry on with vanlife know how much it meant to you.take care stay safe xxxx
🐞 🥰👏🏻 Im sure you’ll build a cozy home on wheels.
So happy to see you back! You’ve been on my mind & happy to know your happy spirits are soaring again😊
Thank you so much! 😊
Nice Choice it's get'n harder To Find my Choice; CLean Chevy Van's with Low miLes, & You Can't Stand in Them, So maybe in 5-Yrs i'd Like This StyLe/Make Van, HopefulLy it Serves You WelL, it Has Front WheeL Drive Maybe ? Have Trans FLuid Changed, it is interesting To See How Diff Van's HoLdup, maybe Every 15/20-k. MiLes You Can Do a update @ How MechanicaLs Are Working, bye GOOD 😊LUCK, LadyBug
What a lovely unfolding story--a happy ending and an exciting new beginning.
Glad you enjoyed it!🥰
I did not get the notification
But just checked a few days ago
So cool to see you back
God Speed
Stoic and Buddhist philosophy teach us that change is inevitable and perpetual. Despite that we find change difficult. I’m happy that you put in the time and effort to make the best decisions for you. It’s wonderful to see you back, and I look forward to you sharing your new journey with us. Take care and be well. 💕
Thank you! I’m looking forward to this new journey too! 💃🏻
😂😂😂😂😂😂
That ladybug visit was an off-the-charts sign of good things to come. Not only a message from your mom, but ladybug symbolism is all about good luck, protection, wishes/dreams coming true. Very happy for you.
I believe that to be true! I’m so happy to be starting this new journey 💃🏻
The universe is awesome! The ladybug on your windshield is proof that it is❤
I agree! The best kind of proof 🥰
It is wonderful to see you back! I’m so glad you ground something that brings you peace. You are my favorite “van-lifer” to watch. I’ve missed your videos and look forward for more to come.
I’m so glad to be back. Thanks for waiting with me🥰
There’s a channel called My Big Tiny House Life. She built out a Ram Promaster using items from IKEA, plus adding a swivel seat, a MaxAir fan and two side windows. You might get some inspiration from it. So happy you’ve decided to move forward.
I will check it out! 🙏🏻
@@mcspin50 I watched her van build…so much plastic…Dee is going to make something so much nicer! Can‘t wait!
Right. Her name is Adelina from Canada. She owns a Tiny home and a Dodge Promaster 3500 that she did a no build build from IKEA.
Welcome back with the good news and will be fun going along for the build
Yay! It’ll be fun to share the process.🙌🏼
I love the way yu made the last one like a classy soft spa..it was very healing inside.😊
Oh I’m so glad you liked that! 🥰
I agree; I really like the soothing neutral tones in L.B.
Welcome Back! Looking forward to your return to van life!
Thanks, I'm excited to be back! 💃🏻
I have been thinking and wondering what was going on and hoping you would be back and here you are!!!! I can't wait to see you transform this new van!!!!!
Thank you! I’m so excited to get started on the build! 💃🏻
Dee,
Happy it all worked out for you. The memories of the lil' red van Lady Bugout will always be with you. She gave you many wonderful memories. The next van will provide you with many more happy miles and the charming home you create. Wishing you all the best in 2025 and beyond.
Thank you. Same to you in 2025!🙌🏼🐞💃🏻
Oh Dee, you seem so full of joy! What fun to see this new journey begin! Two homes, dig you! Happy holiday wishes, too!
Thanks, I am so excited for this next adventure! 🥰
YAY! Awesome present - Dee is back! And Lady Bugout is ok. AND there's a new van build ahead. SO happy for you. Bring on 2025!
I’m so glad you’re excited for this too! Thank you 💃🏻🚗 🙌🏼
Glad you saved her. When it comes to things, it's just stuff but vans are our homes. Some ppl don't get it. My bf is starting to. It's mine, I chose it, bought it & made it my home. It's my place of peace & comfort. There's no place I sleep better than my van. I've been able to travel the USA this year & saw almost everyone (sorry Geiger, 2025 for sure!) I care about & thank God for them & a place to park at night.
I completely agree. It’s more than just a van.
Happy to see the smile on your face after the pain of the last video. Good luck with the new build.
🐞🐞🐞
Thank you! 🙏🏼 I’m excited about this new chapter!
Very good choice,that's what I would go with also,so nice to be able to stand up 😊
Yes, it’s definitely an upgrade! 😊
Oh, yes!!!! Stand up😘
I knew you would overcome the stressful decision making. And so you now have a bigger home on wheels, you deserve that !❤. Cant wait for your videos on making it so cozy and efficient with the livibility spacez.
Thanks so much! I’m so excited about it! 🙌🏼
Relieved for you… I was just looking for you yesterday like what happened to lady bug out! Glad you had options for both and it’s a happy continuing Adventure.
Thanks for your concern! I'm so glad to be back. 😊
Glad to see you back! I’ve always enjoyed your videos and helpful info. Lookkng forward to seeing what you do with the new van
Thank you! I'm glad you find my content helpful. Can’t wait to get started 💃🏻
I have not even watched your video yet, but I am so excited to see that you got another man and will be making new videos because I so enjoy your adventures and suggestions! Welcome home!
Thanks so much! I’m excited to get back to making videos again.💃🏻
You are gonna love being able to stand up. Can't wait to see what you do with it.
Yes, that’s a definite advantage!!!💃🏻
Glad to see you are continuing your adventure! I can't wait to see how it turns out! I think you'll have a lot of fun with it. :D
Thanks so much! I am really excited to get started 😊
So awesome you got to save ladybug out van, but just as exciting for the new build too!!! 🙏
I’m so glad you’re excited about this new chapter with me! 💃🏻🚗
Yay that's such great news!! I can't wait to meet your new van, and I'm so excited Lady Bugout was saved!!! Sending love 💜♥❤
Can’t wait til you see it in person 🙌🏼💃🏻💪🏼
❤I am so thankful you are back and you have both your old van and a new project. I will continue to keep you in my prayers for positive energy and healing. Your videos are so informative and entertaining as well as strangely calming. It is a documented fact that some people will try to take advantage of women when it comes to mechanics work or vehicle purchases, but there are plenty of competent and ethical car dealers and mechanics too. You did really good to take the time, do the revaluation of gaols and resources and plan out what is best for you. I'm so excited you are back and going to take us along on your continued journey. Blessings.
Thank you so much for your kind words! 🙏🏼
Oh Dee! I’m so happy for you! Totally looking forward to your new adventure and seeing the innovative builds that you come up with.
I’m so excited too! 💃🏻
So happy to see your moving forward. Great choice in van, now you get the excitement of building it with your own likes.
Good job holding it together!
Yes, I'm excited about the build! 😊
I am so happy and excited for you. Looking very forward to watching your new home unfold..
I am so excited to get started on it! 💃🏻
Nice!!! I think you’re going to love it even more than lady bug out! The space is nice! Congrats
Thanks, I can't wait to start building it out! 💃🏻
I travelled for 3 months in my bare mid length Transit van before I started installing anything permanent. 8 years later (85k miles) I still have the same van & am very happy with it for part time travel. (1 to 3 months stretches)
FYI having a passenger seat that rotates to face the back is a "game changer" for opening up the van and having an already "built in" comfortable lounging chair. Installing a wall between the cabin area & the back would not allow you to use the passenger seat and close in an already small space even more. I type this as I am sitting in my comfy reversed passenger seat.
Also - for safety & to open up the interior - you will wanna install a window on your sliding door. "CR Lawrence" makes one with a small section of a screened in window that opens awning style. I use mine ALL the time.
I've gone thru a similar process and could go on & on with more suggestions but I type to slow.
Good luck...
Thank you so much for the detailed advice!
@TerryManitoba Windows are a game changer 4 sure.....especially in such a small space, as is dark window-tinting and those window deflectors. They even have window solar fans if you don't want to cut into the roof.
@@leilal8053 Well you probably want to cut in the roof to install a proper Fan (a tried and true location for centuries-:)
A fan installed as close as possible to the cooking area as well. Since Smoke - fumes & heat rise - a roof fan is the best choice.
That's where I put mine & after 8 years I would not have done it an different.
So happy for your happy ending. I really think your subscribers will enjoy seeing a new build out. That is one of my favorite parts to watch. We all like to daydream and think of different ways to do things. Looking forward to joining you on this journey.
Thanks so much! I'm excited to share it with you. 💃🏻
This is awesome. Just remember that if you don't like something? You can change it or try something new. That seems to be your philosophy and I'm glad you're sticking to it. You're gonna love the new, bigger van.
Now you can carry more water, have more food storage, even have room for an emergency shower (collapsing kiddie/dog pool, curtain, pressure sprayer) and room to store it without ever abandoning minimalism. That means longer trips and more time to do all the things you want to do.
And the best part? Since you're a minimalist, that van is going to feel massive no matter how large you make your bed platform or seating area. Gonna be so fun watching this develop.
You’re so right. I’m really excited to start building it out. 💃🏻
Good for you!!!!!! Can't wait to follow your new journey with you!!!!!! You made my cry when you filmed the ladybug on your windshield!!!!
Thank you. It made me cry too 🥹
There couldn't have been a better happy ending to your dilemma! So happy you get to keep Lady Bugout, and also so excited to follow your journey to build your new, larger van. Best wishes for your new adventure!
I’m so glad it all worked out the way it should 🥰
@@LadyBugout I just want to tell you that it means a lot that you actually reply to comments. You are one of the EXTREMELY FEW who actually interact with your followers. It, of course, makes me feel like you really care about your community. Thank you for that!
Happy you chose the Ram Promaster and you can stand up. I know it will be amazing when you complete the build.
Thanks so much! I can't wait to get started building it out!
Congrats! So gald it's bigger & looking forward to seeing what you do!
Thanks. I'm really excited about it!
We love you, Dee! ❤ so much love in the community you have created here.
Your mom and Lady Bugout will be with you in heart and spirit no matter what 🐞❤
Hooray. I can't wait to see the innovative and unique build ideas you come up with in your promaster.
Your Lady Bugout layout has always been, and will always be, my favourite Ford Transit Connect build ever.
So I'm sure you will come up with something amazing ❤ I can't wait to continue to support and encourage your journey 🐞❤
Thank you! 🙌🏼🐞💃🏻
❤@Lady Bugout - Dee 🎉🎉🎉So happy for you!! 😊 best of both worlds. Blessings❣️
Thank you 🥰
Lovely to see you back, happy and inspired. Looking forward to see your new home develop and pleased you saved lady bugout.
Thank you so much!☺️
It's so strange. The last time you made and posted a video, I'd been thinking about you and wondering how you were doing within a few days before. Then I got the answer in the video you posted. Well, I just wondered again a few days ago, and here you are answering that question...lol. I am so happy for you and glad you'll still be around on TH-cam!🎉 Blessings and Happy Winter Solstice!
Thank you, that’s so sweet! 🥰 I’m glad you kept me in your thoughts.
I hope you and Lady Bugout v2 will be very happy together!
Me too 🥰
Yay! I was hoping you’d get a Ram Promaster!!🎉 maybe also consider making the front seats turn toward the back rather than putting up a wall. Also, such a beautiful confirmation of the ladybug on your windshield.
Glad you like the choice!
I am so excited for you Dee! Happy holiday’s to you. Can’t wait to she more videos and follow your new van build. 😊🙏❤️ take care!
Thank you. Happy Holidays to you, too! 🙏🏻❤️
Dee, so good to hear from you. It sounds like you have been busy and given your next steps a lot of thought. I'm looking forward to following you on your journey. Thanks for sharing. That visiting ladybug has to be a "sign" that you are on the right path. Happy holidays and best wishes for a safe journey filled with love.
Yes, I felt the ladybug was a sign too! 🙏🏻
Welcome back Dee
Congratulations on your new van
A lot of thought and calculation has gone into the purchase
Sharing your excitement on equipping the new van and trying out new things
As before, I will pick up new ideas and tips from what you do
Hope the budget is small and you can be back on the road quickly
Sharing your adventures
Introducing us to your friends
And you living the life that you have chosen to the full
Thank you. I appreciate the kind words of encouragement. I’m excited to get started 💃🏻🙌🏼💪🏼
@ I wonder what places you will have visited by Christmas Day next year. 😀.
How many new friends you will have made in your travels and new memories as well.
I really exciting time in your life
Makes me think of bubbles.
Have a blessed and Merry Christmas Dee and your family
Making life decisions, no matter how carefully you consider the choices and options, are not a guarantee to be the best ones for you. This “ending” could have never been foretold.. so happy for you and excited to hear the name of the newest addition to your van family ❤️🙏
Thank you🥹
So glad to see you back and I love that you were able to save ladybug out, but also get something else to build out. Look forward to following you through all of these steps and adventures! ✌🏼❤️
I’m excited to have you along for the adventure too 💃🏻
Congrats on the Promaster Dee, it’s going to give you a lot more room. (I’m helping my brother in law build out his Promaster 2500 159 WB)
Also, I’m very glad you found a replacement engine for Lady Bugout, that would have been my choice.
Looking forward to seeing your future build! 🤗
Thank you! I’m glad you like it! 🙌🏼 It’ll be fun-I hope 😝
So good to see you. So excited for the new rig, new build and new adventures. Missed you so much.
Thank you so much! I'm so excited to get started too! 😊
So glad you're back! I look forward to watching this all unfold; know it will be phenomenal!
I can't wait to start sharing it with you! 💃🏻
Happy days are here again! ❤️🎶
Happy days indeed! 💃🏻
Such a magical story. I am beyond excited to see how this transpires. Brightest blessings. ✨❤️💫
Thank you! I’m excited too. 🥰
Omg!! 🎉 im so happy for you! You're going to have so much space that you will be running circles around the van 😊
When you showed the ladybug on your windscreen, i had goosebumps on goosebumps and tears rolling down my face.
Congratulations and cant wait to watch you build this van out and your new adventures ❤❤❤❤🙏
Thank you for that beautiful message. 🥹🙌🏼🐞
@LadyBugout Merry Christmas beautiful lady ❤️
I believe you, the person, represent what Lady Bugout is. I understand the sentimental attachment to the vehicle itself but you are a very strong and beautiful woman. You can always save it on your property or a storage unit until then.
Thank you. I'll always have a special place for Lady Bugout.
So very happy for you. All of us can receive those confirmation clues if we trust that we will. I also believe that the solutions we need will present themselves if once again we trust that they will. I look forward to watching you on this continuing journey. ❤❤❤
Thank you. Yes, I believe that too 🙌🏼💃🏻🐞
Totally started crying when you showed the ladybug on the windshield! 😂❤❤❤❤
Omg…me too when it happened, I couldn’t contain them 🥲
Happy Endings and New Beginning do come true.!!! ❤ I am so very happy for you.!! One saftey feature I hope you think about in the build, you said you wanted a dividing wall between cab of van and back, would you consider putting a door in it of somekind so you don’t always have to walk outside to get in the back.!! You’re a beautiful lady, remember to think safety please.!! Happy Building.!!! Best of both worlds, Will be great to still see you in your Ladybug ❤
Yes, I will for sure have a passageway. I should’ve probably mentioned that 😝
So happy for you!! Looking forward to seeing how beautiful your new home will turn out!!! Wishing you a Merry Christmas and happy New Year and of course happy life!! I believe your mom gave you that sign!!
Thank you. Merry Christmas to you too 🎄🐞💪🏼
Awesome! I’m excited for you. ❤
Thanks! I’m excited to share it with you!
I know that you can handle anything you want to I’m just glad that you’re back on your channel I missed you lol 🇺🇸🌹 and Merry Christmas to you and your family 🙏🥗
Thank you! It’s good to be back too! 🎄
So nice to have you back! Can’t wait to see the beauty, comfort, imagination, and innovation flow as you create your new home.
Thank you so much!
🎉🎉Congrats on the new Ram and cheers for saving Lady Bugout, this is so good to hear from you. Happy for you Dee and excited to see what your build will look like. Happy Holidays, take care and take the time to enjoy the ride.🎄🍾🥂🚐🥰🤗
Thank you so much! Happy Holidays to you too! 🙏🎄
Yay...so glad you are back and not giving up on van life!
It’s good to be back! 💃🏻🙌🏼💪🏼
I’ll look forward to following you on this new project.
Thank you, I’m excited to get started!
🎉🎉🎉 This is such great news, Dee! I absolutely love the sign from your mom that you have moved in the right direction with the Ram. I'm really looking forward to seeing your new unconventional build!
I’m so excited for this new chapter 💃🏻🐞🙌🏼
Welcome back! Happy to see you are in a better place. Happy Holidays!🎄
Thank you! Same to you 🎄
What a great decision 🎉Don’t overthink,remember to have fun.
Yes!!! Decision burnout is a real thing 😝
YAY! You’re back❤😊
🙌🏼💃🏻🐞 Thanks!!!
I'm so excited for you!
Thank you 💃🏻
Your mom sent that ladybug to bring you a message: She's with YOU - not as a function of what van you're driving or even where you're living. She's just With. You. Tethered forever by the unmatched love between mother and child. It wouldn't have mattered what choices you made or what van you chose to buy. She's just With You. And she's here through you. 🐞
Thank you for that 🥹🙌🏼🐞
I’m so excited for you!!! The ladybug on your windshield was definitely your Mom. She IS always with you ❤️
I think you're right!🐞🥹
How fun and exciting! Best wishes!
Thanks so much! 🐞
It's your mama saying you made a good choice❤❤❤😊
Yes it is!!!
I think you are going to be so happy with your choice and happy your going to be continuing your travels much love to ya sista ❤
Love you too sista!!!
Yay she’s back!!!
Oh yeah, baby 💪🏼
So good to see you again and glad you have worked through the Ladybug challenge. My Transit Connect subframe rusted through (I took it in for an occasional thump noise). It cost me $1800 to fix but that was after the mechanic told me the engine runs fine. My conversion continues but I did take it camping to get more ideas. Michigan weather dictates I have to figure out how to heat it. Good luck and I look forward to your new build out!
That's a great idea to take it camping to get more ideas! Looking forward to hearing how you heat yours.
Congrats ON YOUR NEW VAN…. Let the BUILD BEGIN 💪💪💪
I'm so excited to get started!
So glad you found another van. I enjoy your videos. My God bless you greatly:)
Thank you! You too!
Every single time I spent money on an apartment I regretted it. I went straight back to my van home. Get another van home. Vehicles are twice the cost four years ago. I'm saving up for a down payment, because I know my van is ten years old and won't last forever. I'm with you GF. I will pray for you to get the right van.
Thank you.
Congrats on your choice, and I am looking forward to the new build. See you down the road soon!
Thanks, I’m really excited about it!
Awesome to see you back, Dee! Lady Bug out 2.0 is born! Goodluck with all things, all plans you have. With love from the Netherlands ❤
Thanks so much! 🐞💃🏻🙌🏼
So very excited for you!! (And thrilled you were able to save Lady Bugout!)
Thanks! Me too 💃🏻
What I have done with my Promaster, 159" wheel base, 12 feet long cargo area is I've hung an insulating curtain between the cargo area and put the seats on swivels. This gives the separated area when I want it separated and open when I want it open. It takes up less space than a fixed wall would. It makes it easier to control the temperature. I framed out all the "furniture" with 80/20 extruded aluminum. It is lighter and stronger than wood and should deal better with the rolling tornado that a home on wheels is referred to. With careful planning you should be able to put just about any comforts that you want in it such as shower, toilet, closet, tiny kitchen, etc. I've had a blast camping and traveling in mine as I figured out how I wanted it to be. Some things stayed the way I first planned and others got one or more revisions before I was comfortable with the design. I'm sure you will enjoy the process and find it fulfilling to build out another van. And the best part is you get to live in Lady Bug Out during the process.
You should make a video and give a tour of it.
Sounds like a great build!!!
She said she's on a budget. 80/20 is likely not in her budget. Also she's not a builder
Yay! Ladybugout lives to ride again! It will be great to see the new van unfold, as well! How fun!
I’m so ready to get this build started!
The loved ones and others on the other side, are always giving us signs. So glad your mom stopped by for you
It really does feel like that sometimes! 🥰🐞🙌🏼
Yay! We are stoked to see you back! You are one of our biggest inspos and it hasn’t been the same without you. When we saw the thumbnail, we said “Promaster!” We know you are going to make this awesome-er!!! 🎉😊
Thank you so much! I’m so excited about this new build 🙌🏼💃🏻💪🏼
So very very happy for you! You do you, it makes it more fun for us viewers!
Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoy it 😊
Hey Ms. Dee! If anyone deserves the best of both worlds, it's you. I think you will love the ability to stand in your new rig. Eager to see how you meet the challenge to create a new rolling home, I'll be along for the ride!
Thank you, Mark! I’m excited for this🙌🏼
Welcome back and congratulations on the new van! Can’t wait to see what you do in the space!
I can't wait to build it out! 💃🏻
I am so happy that things worked out for you! I will be interested to see how you upfit your Promaster. You will have to get vinyl ladybugs instead of black dots, so you can name the new van, Lady Bugout II !
I love that idea! 🐞🐞🐞
You can get dual swivels for those front seats. I like the front wheel drive particularly for adverse driving conditions
That is an idea!
Big hugs your way, dear Dee. What a wonderful outcome for Lady Bug and your new larger home on wheels. Many blessings. :-)
Thank you so much! It's gonna be awesome! 🐞
i for one can’t wait to see the build. bugout was a beauty, well thought out and practical with a side of cute. (PS - i just last week looked you up on YT to see what had been decided. crickets then, but info now. congrats)
Thanks, I appreciate that! I’m so excited to get started.
So glad to see the ladybug and your mom give you that confirmation!!!!
It was an amazing moment for me🐞🙌🏼💪🏼
Your 🐞🐞🐞 Lady Bug out Van was Great and you made a Great choice with the promaster High top.💯💯💯😁
Thank you so much! I'm so excited to see what I can do with it.🤞🏼🙌🏼🙏🏼
DEE - so excited for you! Congratulations! Long, stressful process, but NOW you can relax and enjoy your new build. Whew. WE WERE WORRIED about you. Sending hugs your way. You GO girl! 👍💗👍
Thanks so much! It’s so good to be back💃🏻🙌🏼💪🏼
Really looking forward to this build. I want to make the lightest van conversion.
Me too!!!