We full timed for a few years without a home. We sold it 3 years ago. This past summer, we bought 5 acres and built a huge barn 67x50. We installed utilities so we can build a small living space in the future but we can also live in our motorhome there as we put in several full hook up sites. It is 4 blocks from a lake which was my husbands dream so we can go to our land any time we want. We have a caretaker so we don’t have to worry about it. It was very inexpensive to put up a pole barn and utilities so we can have the best of both worlds. Something to think about.
Well, that's why I watch you all on TH-cam. I've been there and done that in my younger days. I'm 63 now and the heath issues like diabetic neuropathy & retinopathy are really taking a toll on me lately. I am so blessed to have TH-cam'ers like you share your journeys with people like me. I am in the "comfort zone" enjoying your channel these days. Thank you for your great videos! Take care & stay safe! Best Wishes! 🇺🇸
Being one of those people in the normal retirement age, you are right in many ways. As I was growing up families went out camping on the weekends, but today families are being torn apart, mainly by doing too man my activities such as kids sports. You are part of a new generation that can have a income from TH-cam, but the blessing is that you also are creating those family memories again. As far as an RV name, even though it is old, i would name her Grace, it is by God's grace that we get our daily needs, and by grace you are able to live this lifestyle.
When your wife said "the point is to enjoy everyday you have cause you don't know if you are going to have the next one" it almost brought me to tears. I was diagnosed with cancer in April of this year and at the time was told I only had a 20% chance of making it the next 5 years. That was a wake up call to us and we decided right then we needed to get busy living our dreams now. There may not be time later to live them. We had all these plans & dreams but most were planned 5 years or more away and we quickly realized that our dreams were too big and that we may not have time to do them all. So we decided to do what we can right now with what we had rather than try to save up for the big dreams later. It has completely changed the way we live our lives. Thank you so much for sharing your video with everyone. And we are so glad to see you living your dream everyday. Take care on the road and maybe we will bump into each other on our travels.
Wow.. thanks for sharing your story with us!! We are so sorry for your health but so happy that your choosing to live this life to the fullest while you can! I’m sure you are an inspiration to so many by your strength and courage during this time! Yes we would love to see y’all out on the road someday! Until take care and enjoy the journey!! ❤️ from LPO6
Loftis Party of Six - weROAM We have been very blessed through this journey. Luckily we ended up being referred to Emory Winship Cancer in Atlanta and they have been so helpful. They got us into some medical trials and have totally changed the outlook of what we were initially told. I had surgery in June and they were able to completely remove all the cancer. While I still have to under go immunotherapy treatments for the next year at least these treatments are not causing any side effects. So that is letting us travel. We traded in our huge travel trailer for one that is smaller and more maneuverable. We have just taken two trips and have another planned for Disney world the second week of December. We are very blessed and are trying to be an inspiration to everyone we come in contact with. But your video really spoke to me and I had to comment and let you know that. Keep up the awesome work you guys are doing.
Wish I would have followed my dreams earlier in life when "mind & body" were on the same page! A great philosophy we live by now is; we're collecting memories instead of things! Safe Travels Y'all ☕️
I think this is one of my favorite videos you have done. We just had a wonderful time listening to your message of faith, endurance, patience, sacrifice and at the center was the Lord. Your sacrifices are an investment in your children's future that is priceless. The memories have no pricetag and can't be bought or sold. You Rock it! We are semi retired and plan to take off within the next year or so, Lord willing. In the meantime, we are preparing. The Bible is filled with messages of preparation and often when God says He is going to do something, it takes TIME for it to come to fruition. During that time, growth IS happening and that is always good! Bless you all!
Preach it Laine, what you are doing is exactly what you should be doing. The memories your children will have will be 100 times better than money! Our family worked HARD but we also played hard on vacations and weekends. I retired at 51 with grown children and grand babies. Now it’s extremely hard to get the family together even if Papa pays for it. They are all so busy trying to do the save save save retire thing. Family, is our gift from God! More people should do exactly what you guys are doing. I’m completely jealous that I didn’t measure up. Well done guys! Preach it Girl!
I love your philosophy on traveling and life. We’ve realized full time RV isn’t for us at age 68 HOWEVER we are purging, not buying stuff and working towards buying a small trailer so we can travel and be with our grandkids more each year. We’re debt free except for a small house payment and learning to live on much less to give us the flexibility. We watch several RV Vlogers and you all really helpful I. Giving us real information ... not fake dreams. We know what to expect. Our goal is to spend time with our grandkids and share the Gospel with them as well as God’s beautiful creation. Thank you for all the work you do bringing great videos of you travels. God bless.
Love your videos. This was a very touching and eye opening one. I hope a lot of people pay attention to what you said. I always told my husband money isn't everything, God and family are. I've seen too many families fall apart fighting over inheritance. You're leaving one of the best inheritances there is, faith and family memories. Be safe and God bless you! 💖💖
You are correct that money isn't everything but unfortunately in this world, only money talks. Fortunately in due time, God will remove the manmade economic bubble that is causing injuries to humanity.
Your testimony sure came to me when I needed to hear it! Thank you Jesus (saying that respectfully!) I so enjoy your videos - such a wonderful mix of family life, coparenting, travels ....... Keep it up PLS! 😃
This may be my favorite episode. Waiting is hard, but worrying that something will happen that will cause me not to be able to FT before I’m able is a daily struggle for me. Thank you for reminding me that all is in gods hands.
Wow, you both are really amazing. To try something new is the right way to go in these times... I found you, because I believe in the way that we have to get out of the comfort zone right now...
Dude, you guys are always carrying kids!!!! I LOVE this reality! we have been following you guys for almost a year now. We've only been traveling since May, but it was so cool to see this video! We were just there, at George's gift on September 26th!!! I hate that you guys were asked to leave. We were little on edge also when we were there due to the no camping signs but we made it to knights and 3 days before heading across the state to arches national Park! We are traveling the US in one year with our 3 kids in tow and love seeing your footage of similar places traveled with small kiddos on board!
Wow we just missed each other sounds like. I noticed Campendium removed George’s Gift from its site so others don’t do what we did. Safe travels to y’all and hopefully see ya on the road someday!
The dust sucked into the radiator is why I opted for a side radiator. I had an issue with dust and the towed until I bought a rock guard. Some National Forest have campgrounds with electric and water but I think those are operated by the NPS. As a retired pastor I say, "God won't ask you to take a leap of faith, just a step out in faith. Peter climbed out of the boat not jumped out."
Merda . . .I agree, sounds like a lovely older lady who enjoys traveling. And maybe crochet. That or Prime Meridian. Thinking of names just adds to the adventure. Another great video. Thanks so much for keeping it real, and taking us along. Safe travels.
We are the perfect example of doing things when you can and not waiting for the “perfect” time.. It’s really interesting, as an entrepreneur we have suffered through being totally broke, several times, and then having reasonable amounts of money, and I think we’ve been happiest struggling a bit, LOL. Anyway, we got rid of everything and hit the road over three years ago when I was 59. About two years after we started wandering, my wife started having some back issues that have limited her mobility. If we hadn’t said to hell with it and hit the road before we retired, she wouldn’t have been able to experience all the things we’ve done, it would have been too late. You guys have the perfect attitude for life in general. Just live, now!
Walking by faith, not by sight.... Let's create a new normal! We were just at Bryce a few weeks ago... It's so inspiring. Go Grady!! My daughter is an artist and she JUST made her first TH-cam video teaching people how to paint. Looking forward to seeing what Grady does with his new channel.
Memories ❤️❤️. Really wish I could’ve done things like this with my kids when they were little. But couldn’t and didn’t. I have to live with that. My husband has been in heaven for 9 years now and I regret things we didn’t do everyday. Just love watching your family and your adventures. Keep doing what you love and lovin those kiddos.
Love the comments at the end! What great reminder that when you are in the midst of waiting for a dream to come to fruition that there is growth needed. Thanks for sharing, so needed that reminder today. Keep letting your love for Jesus shine through.
Thank you very much for the inspirational video and teaching your kids a value and experience that they will remember for a life time. We are doing the same and had the house, cars, toys and more but it's not about that it's about the memories and adventures we make along the way not the items we buy along the way. Have been watching the channel for about a year or so now and just love the joy you bring along on your adventures thank you very much. ❤
You are so inspiring, and yes memories are so important. You have precious children and they will appreciate all you are giving them as they grow up what you are teaching them.
Static electricity buildup between metal frame and plastic shell (like rubbing balloon on your hair then sticking to a wall). Happens when in very dry climate, and vehicle has no ground while driving. Science! ;)
I just recently found your channel and love watching your videos. This one was particularly inspiring. I'm going to have to share it with my husband. Eventhough we may be more the lay roots in a town type people but the message to make sure we don't lose our family time completely to our work is something we've had to focus on a lot lately and is universal. ❤
I'm walking my faith not by sight right now and it's so hard..I'm a lone now...my kids are depressed and don't come around. They say it's to hard that their dad isn't here.he is with the Lord...so my journey is rough right now..prayers please I need them and our twin boys...yall are great.
So inspiring,. I dream of traveling myself and sort of got lost by life so many road blocks that aren't easy to overcome. I lost my husband at 45 years old about two years ago. I have being lost and struggling trying to figure out what next. Wow you can't even know how much I needed this vlog. It's as if you made it for me. Thank you!
Been on the road past 5 years loving it. Actually saving money monthly. We do have a home in Michigan we stop at frequently for breaks and repairs but it doesn't feel the same being there like it does on the road. Hope to see you guys at a truck stop or rest area. 😇
My parents took us traveling twice a year. My grandfather said they should work and save for the future Then my father was killed in an acident when I was 13. Grandpa later told Mom that he was glad they didn't listen. Lots of childhood memories.
Later my grandparents started to travel in a van that my grandfather converted into camper but grandma's health declined before they did all they wanted. Glad to see all not waiting till "someday".
Thank you for that inspiration! I have no idea if you will read this but I am a Plexus Ruby and we recently pulled our girls out to homeschool them. My husband and I recently got inspired to save up for a truck and RV and road school for a little while (We are Dave Ramsey Coaches). I came across your VLOG from The Chicks Life family and I love all the Plexus references and being able to live and dream and plan vicariously through y'all!
Hi Lauren!! Always glad to meet another Plexus lover like us!! Congratulations on hitting Ruby!! We are excited for you guys and hopefully will meet ya in person in Nashville!! Thanks and feel free to reach out anytime!
Loftis Party of Six - weROAM I’m from Missouri as well! I am about an hour west of St. Louis. Next time you guys are back in Missouri give me a shout out! I’d love to do a meet up!
I was fortunate to have a job that used my God given gift of creativity. I was able to work on things with fantastic people that challenged my mind. I have retired and my dear departed wife suggested full time travel in an RV. She got to see things she never even imagined existed. I now continue the full time lifestyle. I have never been so free. 9 and a 1/2 years on the road. I do not expect to ever quit. They will find me stiff in my trailer or slumped over the wheel of my truck. I will have lived well all of my life.
It's wonderful to see you encouraging production in your son. Definitely, I've enjoyed your videos and others and I am sharing some now, too. I'm inspired by all the positive. I know there is negative everywhere, but I commend those making encouraging, positive, uplifting comments/videos and supporting others by watching their channels. Keep on, nice vlog today.
Thank you! You guys are very inspirational! I concur with your views on comfort zones. We're in the planning stage to move to full timing. Your vlogs are very helpful in my research and planning. Thank you! Keep on RVing!
You guys talk about inspiring your viewers to make thier own channel etc. That's funny because it's because of y'all and another TH-cam channel we enjoy that we decided to make this TH-cam channel. If anything just to be able to look back years from now and show our kids and thier kids. Oh yeah and serious props for carrying him the whole hike. That's like Superman status lol
That’s great guys!! You will never regret the time and effort to make the videos!! Glad we could play a small role in inspiring y’all! We wish you the very best!! Safe travels!!
The dust is attracted to the least r value area. The cold framing from ac inside transfers to the outside wall faster then the insulated area. And where the heat transfer takes place it causes condensation which the dust clings to. The same thing happens in the northern states in reverse. If you burn candles or have a fire place the soot collects on the walls where the studs are and on the ceiling where the rafters are.
It’s not a difference static is a difference in temperature from one area to another. Whether or not the ac was on the framing will be colder then the surrounding insulated area in one direction of heat transfer. This causes condensation which will collect more dust.
I’m a builder and many aspects of my job are related to heat transfer and how it impacts a home. Anyway it doesn’t matter to me what idea you go with. I enjoy your videos and wish we could make the change to this life style. Very freeing seeing people live there own dreams. So thank you for the content.
I had to follow my own dreams and it took me to places I couldn't dream possible. I told my kids the same thing and I'm having fun watching them explore their dreams. I created things for people with a lot of money. They had things, I had two good kids, a good wife,and a job I loved. I wouldn't trade that for all the money my clients had.
couples and families are mobile now because of the internet and I can recall back in 1990s when I first heard about gateway computers and being able to personally own one and you had to dail up your internet service sooo the family living on the road is fairly new and I am glade families can embrace it ...Thanks for sharing your Blessings
Wonderful Video as always, preach it sister memories are what we hold dear to our hearts we chose to make them about a year ago but weren’t able to start full time until this July 31, but was worth the wait we’ve been enjoying it .. Safe travels and God’s blessings to y’all
I was instructed when I worked for the forest service as a compliance officer that there was no camping anyplace behind the No Camping signs. There are also rules related to distance from an established road, usually 250 or 500 feet but some can be as much as 1000 feet.
The dust lines are from static electricity. You can cure this by installing static straps to the frame of your coach. You can get them on line. The straps mount to the frame and drag on the ground. The straps give you earth ground. Hope this helps.
Dust lines are most likely a combination of static electricity and magnetic dust particles along with the framing of your coach. (Drag a magnet through the dirt sometime)
I was just praying about this and asking God questions concerning our choice to live the RV lifestyle and move to a Tennessee from Florida once we are done traveling which is our dream and I turn on your vlog and hear your message! I literally had just begged God for an answer of go or wait or stay or go. I just wanted a validation from him in some way. Everything you said i received. I felt like God was speaking to me right thru you. I so needed to hear both of your pep talks and I thank you so much for vlogging that. Our journey for this goal started 2 years ago. We downsized and sold everything. Bought a toy hauler and moved into it in our driveway then remodeled our house and it's up for sale now for a month. Once it sells we are moving to my sister n laws yard to save money for the trip. The house money will be turned into our Tennessee home. We are leaving family, friends, great job, my childhood home even! But I feel so called to move to Tennessee and want to travel in between for awhile. We pray every day about this plan. Like you said just keep working at it no matter now long it takes. Thank you so much for that! I so needed to hear that! 🙏
I just love it when God gives us those confirmations like He did with you! We received several of those in our Journey to becoming RVers as well. We love TN, in fact we are heading there next week to visit friends. We’re excited to hear how your story unfolds so keep us posted, ok? Thanks for watching!!
As the saying goes when there is a will there is a way . The scenery in this vlog was gorgeous . Thanks guys for taking me along vicariously through your camera lense .
I love watching your videos. Right now our trailer is on a camping lot in Pierceton Indiana all winterized. This makes me miss camping. Would love to go full time but until my sister is fully over her cancer and she is able to take care of her kids better and moms heart issues are fully under control I live vicariously through your family ❤️
Love how Laine said maybe we will leave the kid an Inheritance maybe not. I always say we are spending our kids inheritance one trip at a time. lol love how you guys do your videos. Thanks for sharing
Great video 👍🏻 I have been a traveler most of my life, between running away from home at 15 to being self employed auto transporter fo 38 years. I have taken a few long solo trips and love it, but know my wife and I are retired sold everything bought our diesel pusher we are living in at a trailer park for now, and we will be hitting the road full time in January. We can’t wait to enjoy traveling the United States and sharing our travels like you guys. Love your vlogs keep it up and travel safe😎
It could be a low amount of static charge causing the particles to collect on certain parts of the structure underneath the fiberglass. That also tells how thin the fiberglass is.
The dust pattern on back is caused by static cling, for some reason the wood panels glassed into it for strength show up when dusty. Figured it out because mine does the same and I can see the reinforced areas around ladder mounts
I guess this vid was recommended as you were in my neck of the woods...where we film our adventure videos. You were almost-camped along the Great Western ATV trail...it can be super busy at times of the year. I love your wife's outlook on life. We never knew full time rving was an option when our kids were young, but we made sure our kids had plenty of time to see what is around us... memories matter... even in our own backyards. You've got some fun stuff, hope to follow along your journeys.
It maybe dusty but the views are well worth it. Jyst remember to change those filters as soon as you get out of thê park on good road. As far as the marks on your coach it is the framing of the coach. Mine does the same but mine are on the sides between the slideouts. I notice it more when it rains or a dew on the coach. Enjoy your journey.
We were filling up in Utah with our truck & fifth wheel when a group of tourists became obsessed with our setup. It was the hitch or something that they couldn't get enough of and began filming/photographing. It was weird, but the only thing I could figure out was that it must be just so foreign to them that they were excited to get a closer look? LOL
Preach girl!!!! I am mentally travelling because I am preparing to go RV full time. I'm still young enough to do the travelling instead of staying stuck in one place. Lol.
Thank you for sharing your testimony so naturally in your blogs. We are in our late 50s and working towards the start of a full time. We have travelled alot in our lifetime and find we enjoy it. Meridah is the redheaded disney princess. I was not impressed with Merda, so that is my vote.
We are full timers also Been on the road eight years Stationary this last year Health issues cancer CHF and more Only thing we missed on the road was our church family Now their on Facebook but we are home and can go They love and care for us. I'm 74
The lines on the van seen to be in sync with the ladder steps.... I dunno im no expert that's for sure 🤣 🤣 🤣 so maybe if wind and dust are blowing from side of ladder.. I can't explain what I'm thinking 😂😂😂😂😂
The area has to rest. They do that in Arizona too. The Forest is over used and needs to rest. Respect that. The Forestry has the option of closing it all. Then we'd all suffer.
Love Bryce Canyon. We have visited the past 5 years. Bryce Canyon is an Amphitheater with a number of canyons in it. We have had people on tour buses film our RV while there. I was told by some visitors from over seas that they never saw large RVs like Class As and 5th wheels. I know from travel in Europe that the RVs there are small like class Bs.
AMEN! So said everything in this video that we believe in. People believe that they have to work and work to have such a X amount of dollars. To be able to enjoy life. We have finally come to the realization that money isn't everything. As long as we have enough to pay bills and have food. We are happy. When we moved from Southern Indiana to the Smoky Mountains. I donated half of our belongings. And it was like the biggest weight was lifted off our shoulders. We have less furniture and less everything. And we are so much happier. Money can't buy happiness at all. But right now we are asking for prayers. Our little dog a soon to be 14 years old ( birthday on Christmas Day). Has started experiencing seizures. We had to put him on seizure medication. And give him a shot in case he has a seizure. We are absolutely both wore out. Taking turns staying up with him to make sure he doesn't have a seizure. We both have arthritis issues bad. And I have a nerve disease on top of everything. And Frosty can't hardly walk on his own to potty. So we have to walk him holding him up to potty. It's wearing us terribly down. We need prayers that this seizure medication will control the seizures. And that Frosty will be able to walk around on his own. We pray that we are doing the right thing. And not prolonging his life. Just because we aren't ready to let go of him. It's the hardest decision to make ever. We are just the biggest animal lovers ever. Frosty was rescued when he was 7 months old. The previous owners was trying to burn him and threw him around. We just need prayers badly for him. God bless you and your family and safe travels.
@@kathycusumano2445 thank you so much. I just keep questioning myself. Are we doing the right thing? Are we keeping him suffering? Are we being greedy wanting to not let him go? What's Gods plan for our baby? We just want him happy and healthy.
I adore that you are inspiring others. We document to share with our kids later to. Grady, congratulations! My girls Lane- they say- oh it's not a real toilet, I dont really need to go. (LOL)
You need enough money to be able to do the things you enjoying doing, that is different for everyone. Some people are workaholics by nature, you and I get our high from the beauty you see like Bryce Canyon, they get theirs closing that deal. Nothing wrong with either. Enjoy the road and stay safe.
I like your prospective s on life. You are correct in saying that a comfort zone is in most cases unhealthy. In your comfort zone you're always thinking "if I do this" which would make one more complete and happy, you'll never know if you don't try. Life on the most part is what you make of it. With the dust issue, I'm assuming there aren't indentations in the metal. That is odd, maybe heat related on your rig? I always enjoy your adventures. God Bless.
My hubby and I really needed this video! So inspiring! We are in the process of trying to figure out how to RV full time and it’s so overwhelming:/ we have to get over the fear:/ What about the name Myrtle? Blessings and safe travels:)
We full timed for a few years without a home. We sold it 3 years ago. This past summer, we bought 5 acres and built a huge barn 67x50. We installed utilities so we can build a small living space in the future but we can also live in our motorhome there as we put in several full hook up sites. It is 4 blocks from a lake which was my husbands dream so we can go to our land any time we want. We have a caretaker so we don’t have to worry about it. It was very inexpensive to put up a pole barn and utilities so we can have the best of both worlds. Something to think about.
That sounds wonderful!! Thanks guys!
Love that idea!
Well, that's why I watch you all on TH-cam. I've been there and done that in my younger days. I'm 63 now and the heath issues like diabetic neuropathy & retinopathy are really taking a toll on me lately. I am so blessed to have TH-cam'ers like you share your journeys with people like me. I am in the "comfort zone" enjoying your channel these days. Thank you for your great videos! Take care & stay safe! Best Wishes! 🇺🇸
Thank you 😊
You're right. I'm 62 and I hope your health betters. Take care and stay in your "comfort zone".
Being one of those people in the normal retirement age, you are right in many ways. As I was growing up families went out camping on the weekends, but today families are being torn apart, mainly by doing too man my activities such as kids sports. You are part of a new generation that can have a income from TH-cam, but the blessing is that you also are creating those family memories again. As far as an RV name, even though it is old, i would name her Grace, it is by God's grace that we get our daily needs, and by grace you are able to live this lifestyle.
I love the name Grace!!!! We are definitely not naming it Merda after someone suggested we look up its meaning 😳. Thank you 😊
When your wife said "the point is to enjoy everyday you have cause you don't know if you are going to have the next one" it almost brought me to tears. I was diagnosed with cancer in April of this year and at the time was told I only had a 20% chance of making it the next 5 years. That was a wake up call to us and we decided right then we needed to get busy living our dreams now. There may not be time later to live them. We had all these plans & dreams but most were planned 5 years or more away and we quickly realized that our dreams were too big and that we may not have time to do them all. So we decided to do what we can right now with what we had rather than try to save up for the big dreams later. It has completely changed the way we live our lives. Thank you so much for sharing your video with everyone. And we are so glad to see you living your dream everyday. Take care on the road and maybe we will bump into each other on our travels.
Wow.. thanks for sharing your story with us!! We are so sorry for your health but so happy that your choosing to live this life to the fullest while you can! I’m sure you are an inspiration to so many by your strength and courage during this time! Yes we would love to see y’all out on the road someday! Until take care and enjoy the journey!! ❤️ from LPO6
Loftis Party of Six - weROAM We have been very blessed through this journey. Luckily we ended up being referred to Emory Winship Cancer in Atlanta and they have been so helpful. They got us into some medical trials and have totally changed the outlook of what we were initially told. I had surgery in June and they were able to completely remove all the cancer. While I still have to under go immunotherapy treatments for the next year at least these treatments are not causing any side effects. So that is letting us travel. We traded in our huge travel trailer for one that is smaller and more maneuverable. We have just taken two trips and have another planned for Disney world the second week of December. We are very blessed and are trying to be an inspiration to everyone we come in contact with. But your video really spoke to me and I had to comment and let you know that. Keep up the awesome work you guys are doing.
Wish I would have followed my dreams earlier in life when "mind & body" were on the same page! A great philosophy we live by now is; we're collecting memories instead of things! Safe Travels Y'all ☕️
We love that phrase too! Thanks
There are different types of 'rich'. Your family is rich in memories & experiences you're creating; no amount of 'stuff' can replace that
That’s right 😎👍
I think this is one of my favorite videos you have done. We just had a wonderful time listening to your message of faith, endurance, patience, sacrifice and at the center was the Lord. Your sacrifices are an investment in your children's future that is priceless. The memories have no pricetag and can't be bought or sold. You Rock it! We are semi retired and plan to take off within the next year or so, Lord willing. In the meantime, we are preparing. The Bible is filled with messages of preparation and often when God says He is going to do something, it takes TIME for it to come to fruition. During that time, growth IS happening and that is always good! Bless you all!
Thank you for your words of encouragement to us! God is so Good and we are so blessed to have people like you following along this journey with us!
Preach it Laine, what you are doing is exactly what you should be doing. The memories your children will have will be 100 times better than money! Our family worked HARD but we also played hard on vacations and weekends. I retired at 51 with grown children and grand babies. Now it’s extremely hard to get the family together even if Papa pays for it. They are all so busy trying to do the save save save retire thing. Family, is our gift from God! More people should do exactly what you guys are doing. I’m completely jealous that I didn’t measure up. Well done guys! Preach it Girl!
Thank you Richard!! 😊
I love your philosophy on traveling and life. We’ve realized full time RV isn’t for us at age 68 HOWEVER we are purging, not buying stuff and working towards buying a small trailer so we can travel and be with our grandkids more each year. We’re debt free except for a small house payment and learning to live on much less to give us the flexibility. We watch several RV Vlogers and you all really helpful I. Giving us real information ... not fake dreams. We know what to expect. Our goal is to spend time with our grandkids and share the Gospel with them as well as God’s beautiful creation. Thank you for all the work you do bringing great videos of you travels. God bless.
Those sounds like perfect goals for you guys! Thank you so much!
Love your videos. This was a very touching and eye opening one. I hope a lot of people pay attention to what you said. I always told my husband money isn't everything, God and family are. I've seen too many families fall apart fighting over inheritance. You're leaving one of the best inheritances there is, faith and family memories. Be safe and God bless you! 💖💖
Agreed.. sadly my mom is dealing with that now after grandma and grandpa passed. Thanks for watching
You are correct that money isn't everything but unfortunately in this world, only money talks. Fortunately in due time, God will remove the manmade economic bubble that is causing injuries to humanity.
Your testimony sure came to me when I needed to hear it! Thank you Jesus (saying that respectfully!) I so enjoy your videos - such a wonderful mix of family life, coparenting, travels ....... Keep it up PLS! 😃
Awesome!! Thank you 😊
This may be my favorite episode. Waiting is hard, but worrying that something will happen that will cause me not to be able to FT before I’m able is a daily struggle for me. Thank you for reminding me that all is in gods hands.
Glad ya loved it! Thank you
Wow, you both are really amazing. To try something new is the right way to go in these times... I found you, because I believe in the way that we have to get out of the comfort zone right now...
Dude, you guys are always carrying kids!!!! I LOVE this reality! we have been following you guys for almost a year now. We've only been traveling since May, but it was so cool to see this video! We were just there, at George's gift on September 26th!!! I hate that you guys were asked to leave. We were little on edge also when we were there due to the no camping signs but we made it to knights and 3 days before heading across the state to arches national Park! We are traveling the US in one year with our 3 kids in tow and love seeing your footage of similar places traveled with small kiddos on board!
Wow we just missed each other sounds like. I noticed Campendium removed George’s Gift from its site so others don’t do what we did. Safe travels to y’all and hopefully see ya on the road someday!
We love how you guys inspire others!! We are in that waiting period but we will be fulltime soon!! We can't wait! Love you guys and God Bless yall!
Excited for you guys!! You will love it!! Thanks
The dust sucked into the radiator is why I opted for a side radiator. I had an issue with dust and the towed until I bought a rock guard. Some National Forest have campgrounds with electric and water but I think those are operated by the NPS. As a retired pastor I say, "God won't ask you to take a leap of faith, just a step out in faith. Peter climbed out of the boat not jumped out."
Yes I agree! A step in faith! Thank you
Merda . . .I agree, sounds like a lovely older lady who enjoys traveling. And maybe crochet. That or Prime Meridian. Thinking of names just adds to the adventure. Another great video. Thanks so much for keeping it real, and taking us along. Safe travels.
Thank you 😊
We are the perfect example of doing things when you can and not waiting for the “perfect” time.. It’s really interesting, as an entrepreneur we have suffered through being totally broke, several times, and then having reasonable amounts of money, and I think we’ve been happiest struggling a bit, LOL. Anyway, we got rid of everything and hit the road over three years ago when I was 59. About two years after we started wandering, my wife started having some back issues that have limited her mobility. If we hadn’t said to hell with it and hit the road before we retired, she wouldn’t have been able to experience all the things we’ve done, it would have been too late. You guys have the perfect attitude for life in general. Just live, now!
That’s right! Live NOW! Thanks
Walking by faith, not by sight.... Let's create a new normal! We were just at Bryce a few weeks ago... It's so inspiring. Go Grady!! My daughter is an artist and she JUST made her first TH-cam video teaching people how to paint. Looking forward to seeing what Grady does with his new channel.
Thank you 😊!
Memories ❤️❤️. Really wish I could’ve done things like this with my kids when they were little. But couldn’t and didn’t. I have to live with that. My husband has been in heaven for 9 years now and I regret things we didn’t do everyday. Just love watching your family and your adventures. Keep doing what you love and lovin those kiddos.
Thank you 😊
Love the comments at the end! What great reminder that when you are in the midst of waiting for a dream to come to fruition that there is growth needed. Thanks for sharing, so needed that reminder today. Keep letting your love for Jesus shine through.
Thank you 😊
Thank you very much for the inspirational video and teaching your kids a value and experience that they will remember for a life time. We are doing the same and had the house, cars, toys and more but it's not about that it's about the memories and adventures we make along the way not the items we buy along the way. Have been watching the channel for about a year or so now and just love the joy you bring along on your adventures thank you very much. ❤
Thank you so very much! We wish your family the very best!
@@LoftisPartyofSix thank you god bless you and your family
You are so inspiring, and yes memories are so important. You have precious children and they will appreciate all you are giving them as they grow up what you are teaching them.
Thank you 😊
Static electricity buildup between metal frame and plastic shell (like rubbing balloon on your hair then sticking to a wall). Happens when in very dry climate, and vehicle has no ground while driving. Science! ;)
Thank you so much!! That makes perfect sense!!
@@LoftisPartyofSix I forgot to mention that it helped that you had an extremely fine dust that probably has a fairly high mineral content.
Mark McVittie
Give that man a cigar. Bubble gum cigar of course.
I expected to see a cute family on vacation, and I got so much more than that. Very inspirational. Thank you.
I just recently found your channel and love watching your videos. This one was particularly inspiring. I'm going to have to share it with my husband.
Eventhough we may be more the lay roots in a town type people but the message to make sure we don't lose our family time completely to our work is something we've had to focus on a lot lately and is universal. ❤
Yes that’s right! Putting family first is our focus! Thank you!!!
Beautiful and inspiring message. Keep living your dream and sharing your faith. You are touching lives! Love you all. God Bless!
Thank you 😊
I'm walking my faith not by sight right now and it's so hard..I'm a lone now...my kids are depressed and don't come around. They say it's to hard that their dad isn't here.he is with the Lord...so my journey is rough right now..prayers please I need them and our twin boys...yall are great.
Prayers going your way. 🙏
@@LoftisPartyofSix thank yall...prayers for yall for safe travels ...
Man you guys are great motivators and change people's lives for the better thank you again.
Thank you 😊
Wonderful speech and so true God bless keep living your dreams
Thank you 😊
This is one amazing woman...how cool her philosophy is....certainly a great mom...what a keeper !!
Agreed!! She is amazing!! Thank you!!
So inspiring,. I dream of traveling myself and sort of got lost by life so many road blocks that aren't easy to overcome. I lost my husband at 45 years old about two years ago. I have being lost and struggling trying to figure out what next. Wow you can't even know how much I needed this vlog. It's as if you made it for me. Thank you!
So glad it helped you! ❤️
Been on the road past 5 years loving it. Actually saving money monthly. We do have a home in Michigan we stop at frequently for breaks and repairs but it doesn't feel the same being there like it does on the road. Hope to see you guys at a truck stop or rest area. 😇
My parents took us traveling twice a year. My grandfather said they should work and save for the future
Then my father was killed in an acident when I was 13. Grandpa later told Mom that he was glad they didn't listen. Lots of childhood memories.
That’s right!! Glad your dad didn’t listen either!! You’ll always have those memories!
Later my grandparents started to travel in a van that my grandfather converted into camper but grandma's health declined before they did all they wanted. Glad to see all not waiting till "someday".
When Grady gets famous, I will be able to say.... “I remember watching him back when”.... 👍😁
That’s right 😊!! Thank you 😊
What's the name of his channel?
Thank you for that inspiration! I have no idea if you will read this but I am a Plexus Ruby and we recently pulled our girls out to homeschool them. My husband and I recently got inspired to save up for a truck and RV and road school for a little while (We are Dave Ramsey Coaches). I came across your VLOG from The Chicks Life family and I love all the Plexus references and being able to live and dream and plan vicariously through y'all!
Hi Lauren!! Always glad to meet another Plexus lover like us!! Congratulations on hitting Ruby!! We are excited for you guys and hopefully will meet ya in person in Nashville!! Thanks and feel free to reach out anytime!
I like that you guys are living your joy! Even if people don’t full time too. You all show great places to see here in America!
Thank you 😊
Loftis Party of Six - weROAM I’m from Missouri as well! I am about an hour west of St. Louis. Next time you guys are back in Missouri give me a shout out! I’d love to do a meet up!
I was fortunate to have a job that used my God given gift of creativity. I was able to work on things with fantastic people that challenged my mind. I have retired and my dear departed wife suggested full time travel in an RV. She got to see things she never even imagined existed. I now continue the full time lifestyle. I have never been so free. 9 and a 1/2 years on the road. I do not expect to ever quit. They will find me stiff in my trailer or slumped over the wheel of my truck. I will have lived well all of my life.
Sorry for your loss!! And so glad your still out there doing what you love!! Thanks for watching
It's wonderful to see you encouraging production in your son. Definitely, I've enjoyed your videos and others and I am sharing some now, too. I'm inspired by all the positive. I know there is negative everywhere, but I commend those making encouraging, positive, uplifting comments/videos and supporting others by watching their channels. Keep on, nice vlog today.
Thank you so much!!
@@LoftisPartyofSix
"I will"...adding that to my vocabulary. You're welcome.
Thank you! You guys are very inspirational! I concur with your views on comfort zones. We're in the planning stage to move to full timing. Your vlogs are very helpful in my research and planning. Thank you! Keep on RVing!
Thank you 😊
You guys talk about inspiring your viewers to make thier own channel etc. That's funny because it's because of y'all and another TH-cam channel we enjoy that we decided to make this TH-cam channel. If anything just to be able to look back years from now and show our kids and thier kids.
Oh yeah and serious props for carrying him the whole hike. That's like Superman status lol
That’s great guys!! You will never regret the time and effort to make the videos!! Glad we could play a small role in inspiring y’all! We wish you the very best!! Safe travels!!
Awesome vlog! Loved your motivation talks. I'm positive you touched many with this one!
Thank you 😊
The dust is attracted to the least r value area. The cold framing from ac inside transfers to the outside wall faster then the insulated area. And where the heat transfer takes place it causes condensation which the dust clings to. The same thing happens in the northern states in reverse. If you burn candles or have a fire place the soot collects on the walls where the studs are and on the ceiling where the rafters are.
I’ve had others explain it as static cling.. not saying yours isn’t correct but we wasn’t running the AC because it was cooler weather
It’s not a difference static is a difference in temperature from one area to another. Whether or not the ac was on the framing will be colder then the surrounding insulated area in one direction of heat transfer. This causes condensation which will collect more dust.
I’m a builder and many aspects of my job are related to heat transfer and how it impacts a home. Anyway it doesn’t matter to me what idea you go with. I enjoy your videos and wish we could make the change to this life style. Very freeing seeing people live there own dreams. So thank you for the content.
I had to follow my own dreams and it took me to places I couldn't dream possible. I told my kids the same thing and I'm having fun watching them explore their dreams. I created things for people with a lot of money. They had things, I had two good kids, a good wife,and a job I loved. I wouldn't trade that for all the money my clients had.
couples and families are mobile now because of the internet and I can recall back in 1990s when I first heard about gateway computers and being able to personally own one and you had to dail up your internet service sooo the family living on the road is fairly new and I am glade families can embrace it ...Thanks for sharing your Blessings
I agree! Technology has been the driving factor of this all being possible. Thanks for watching
Wonderful Video as always, preach it sister memories are what we hold dear to our hearts we chose to make them about a year ago but weren’t able to start full time until this July 31, but was worth the wait we’ve been enjoying it .. Safe travels and God’s blessings to y’all
Safe travels to y’all as well!! Thank you 😊
I was instructed when I worked for the forest service as a compliance officer that there was no camping anyplace behind the No Camping signs. There are also rules related to distance from an established road, usually 250 or 500 feet but some can be as much as 1000 feet.
Great video! Great message! We are so excited for you all! Thank you for blessing us!
Thank you 😊
The dust lines are from static electricity. You can cure this by installing static straps to the frame of your coach.
You can get them on line. The straps mount to the frame and drag on the ground. The straps give you earth ground. Hope this helps.
Thank you so much!!
Dust lines are most likely a combination of static electricity and magnetic dust particles along with the framing of your coach. (Drag a magnet through the dirt sometime)
Yep I agree
So much great thought and wisdom in your words; y'all are truly inspiring! May the wind always be at your back. Y'all Be Safe!
Thank you 😊
I was just praying about this and asking God questions concerning our choice to live the RV lifestyle and move to a Tennessee from Florida once we are done traveling which is our dream and I turn on your vlog and hear your message! I literally had just begged God for an answer of go or wait or stay or go. I just wanted a validation from him in some way. Everything you said i received. I felt like God was speaking to me right thru you. I so needed to hear both of your pep talks and I thank you so much for vlogging that. Our journey for this goal started 2 years ago. We downsized and sold everything. Bought a toy hauler and moved into it in our driveway then remodeled our house and it's up for sale now for a month. Once it sells we are moving to my sister n laws yard to save money for the trip. The house money will be turned into our Tennessee home. We are leaving family, friends, great job, my childhood home even! But I feel so called to move to Tennessee and want to travel in between for awhile. We pray every day about this plan. Like you said just keep working at it no matter now long it takes. Thank you so much for that! I so needed to hear that! 🙏
I just love it when God gives us those confirmations like He did with you! We received several of those in our Journey to becoming RVers as well. We love TN, in fact we are heading there next week to visit friends. We’re excited to hear how your story unfolds so keep us posted, ok? Thanks for watching!!
As the saying goes when there is a will there is a way . The scenery in this vlog was gorgeous . Thanks guys for taking me along vicariously through your camera lense .
Thank you Bob!
I love watching your videos. Right now our trailer is on a camping lot in Pierceton Indiana all winterized. This makes me miss camping. Would love to go full time but until my sister is fully over her cancer and she is able to take care of her kids better and moms heart issues are fully under control I live vicariously through your family ❤️
Hope your families health improves! Thank you 😊
I love your Christan perspective! Keep it up guys, hope to see you on the road!
Thank you 😊
Can't wait for Grady channel my kids will love it we all love watching your family
Thank you
I love your sweet family! You have found your calling! ❤️
Thank you 😊
Love how Laine said maybe we will leave the kid an Inheritance maybe not. I always say we are spending our kids inheritance one trip at a time. lol love how you guys do your videos. Thanks for sharing
Thank you guys!! How’s the Missouri weather?
Great video 👍🏻 I have been a traveler most of my life, between running away from home at 15 to being self employed auto transporter fo 38 years. I have taken a few long solo trips and love it, but know my wife and I are retired sold everything bought our diesel pusher we are living in at a trailer park for now, and we will be hitting the road full time in January. We can’t wait to enjoy traveling the United States and sharing our travels like you guys. Love your vlogs keep it up and travel safe😎
That’s great! Excited for you guys to get started!! You will love it!
Well said! Enjoy your family and each other!!
Thank you 😊
My guess is static electricity and the dust is collecting on the supports on the inside of the fiberglass. Like a lighting rod, for dust.
That’s what others said as well! I would agree with that! Thanks
It could be a low amount of static charge causing the particles to collect on certain parts of the structure underneath the fiberglass. That also tells how thin the fiberglass is.
Thank you 😊
The dust pattern on back is caused by static cling, for some reason the wood panels glassed into it for strength show up when dusty. Figured it out because mine does the same and I can see the reinforced areas around ladder mounts
Yep someone else said static too.. thanks
I guess this vid was recommended as you were in my neck of the woods...where we film our adventure videos. You were almost-camped along the Great Western ATV trail...it can be super busy at times of the year. I love your wife's outlook on life. We never knew full time rving was an option when our kids were young, but we made sure our kids had plenty of time to see what is around us... memories matter... even in our own backyards. You've got some fun stuff, hope to follow along your journeys.
Thank you 😊
It maybe dusty but the views are well worth it. Jyst remember to change those filters as soon as you get out of thê park on good road.
As far as the marks on your coach it is the framing of the coach. Mine does the same but mine are on the sides between the slideouts. I notice it more when it rains or a dew on the coach. Enjoy your journey.
Thank you 😊
Thanks for your wise words. Hope to meet you all on the road. Janeen from Australia.
Thank you 😊
I’m inspired by the way you live and share your faith. Your message received loud and clear. Great video.
Thank you 😊
All I can say is thanks for your videos and god bless your whole family and keep on trucking 🥂
Thank you 😊
We were filling up in Utah with our truck & fifth wheel when a group of tourists became obsessed with our setup. It was the hitch or something that they couldn't get enough of and began filming/photographing. It was weird, but the only thing I could figure out was that it must be just so foreign to them that they were excited to get a closer look? LOL
Yeah that could be it too!! Thanks for watching!
Our family says “The Loftis Lodge” not old Merda 😆
😆 love it!
Oh that's a winner!
Preach girl!!!! I am mentally travelling because I am preparing to go RV full time. I'm still young enough to do the travelling instead of staying stuck in one place. Lol.
Thanks 😊
No doubt about it, you all are still blessed.
Hugs,
MommaFaye
Thank you 😊
I needed to hear that message today. Thank you. 👌
Glad it helped!! Thanks for watching
Thank you for sharing your testimony so naturally in your blogs. We are in our late 50s and working towards the start of a full time. We have travelled alot in our lifetime and find we enjoy it.
Meridah is the redheaded disney princess. I was not impressed with Merda, so that is my vote.
After googling the meaning of Merda, we are definitely not naming it that!! Thanks
We are full timers also
Been on the road eight years
Stationary this last year
Health issues cancer CHF and more
Only thing we missed on the road was our church family
Now their on Facebook but we are home and can go
They love and care for us. I'm 74
Sounds perfect!! Thanks for watching
What do you do for health Insurance....We are ready...BUT..can't get over the insurance problem
We have Christian Healthcare Ministry
We have looked into that once...We will look again. Safe travel guys : )
The kids eating and it not staying in their mouth😂😂
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The lines on the van seen to be in sync with the ladder steps.... I dunno im no expert that's for sure 🤣 🤣 🤣 so maybe if wind and dust are blowing from side of ladder.. I can't explain what I'm thinking 😂😂😂😂😂
I see what your saying but I don’t think that’s it. It’s to perfect of lines for that I believe.
@@LoftisPartyofSix is be interested in finding out why it does that!!! It def is strange!
Another viewer just commented why it does it!
@@LoftisPartyofSix thanks!!! I check!!! 🤣 🤣 🤣
The area has to rest. They do that in Arizona too. The Forest is over used and needs to rest. Respect that. The Forestry has the option of closing it all. Then we'd all suffer.
I agree. Thanks
Love Bryce Canyon. We have visited the past 5 years. Bryce Canyon is an Amphitheater with a number of canyons in it. We have had people on tour buses film our RV while there. I was told by some visitors from over seas that they never saw large RVs like Class As and 5th wheels. I know from travel in Europe that the RVs there are small like class Bs.
Thank you 😊
We have a 2005 Meridian Itasca also!! We love it!! We love watching your videos!! God bless !!
They are great rigs!! Thank you 😊
AMEN! So said everything in this video that we believe in. People believe that they have to work and work to have such a X amount of dollars. To be able to enjoy life. We have finally come to the realization that money isn't everything. As long as we have enough to pay bills and have food. We are happy. When we moved from Southern Indiana to the Smoky Mountains. I donated half of our belongings. And it was like the biggest weight was lifted off our shoulders. We have less furniture and less everything. And we are so much happier. Money can't buy happiness at all. But right now we are asking for prayers. Our little dog a soon to be 14 years old ( birthday on Christmas Day). Has started experiencing seizures. We had to put him on seizure medication. And give him a shot in case he has a seizure. We are absolutely both wore out. Taking turns staying up with him to make sure he doesn't have a seizure. We both have arthritis issues bad. And I have a nerve disease on top of everything. And Frosty can't hardly walk on his own to potty. So we have to walk him holding him up to potty. It's wearing us terribly down. We need prayers that this seizure medication will control the seizures. And that Frosty will be able to walk around on his own. We pray that we are doing the right thing. And not prolonging his life. Just because we aren't ready to let go of him. It's the hardest decision to make ever. We are just the biggest animal lovers ever. Frosty was rescued when he was 7 months old. The previous owners was trying to burn him and threw him around. We just need prayers badly for him. God bless you and your family and safe travels.
Thanks for watching
Prayers for frosty🐶🙏💕
@@kathycusumano2445 thank you so much. I just keep questioning myself. Are we doing the right thing? Are we keeping him suffering? Are we being greedy wanting to not let him go? What's Gods plan for our baby? We just want him happy and healthy.
Gorgeous footage!! Have you had any issues leaving your rig alone while boon docking?
Nope no issues at all. Thank you 😊
It looks like ghosting on the outside. Is it along the framing in between the walls?
Thank for sharing your blessings, visions, and trials. #keeprockingit!
Thank you 😊
Rebels you are, lol......Thanks for another fantastic video. Keep em' coming. Safe travels!
😆😎🚔 thanks
I vote for Mert. That was my Granny. She was a nomad and the feistiest woman ever.
Love that too!!
You can put for the rv name as mershine
Are there panels on the back? Maybe the dirt is gathering there? Merda sounds cool! Maybe Dian? Like Diane or Dion If it's a boy. Lol
Panels? It’s just one solid piece back there.
@@LoftisPartyofSix no clue why it does that with the dust. Perhaps it's the jeep behind and the way the dust blows up.
Another viewer just gave the explanation behind it in the comments
I adore that you are inspiring others. We document to share with our kids later to. Grady, congratulations! My girls Lane- they say- oh it's not a real toilet, I dont really need to go. (LOL)
They slowly take more and more land that your not allowed to be on , .... why?
On my fifth wheel it sweats on the walls between the framing, so maybe the dust sticks where it has moisture built up outside between framing?
Another guy commented the explanation for the dust. I’ll pin it at the top of the comments so others can see it. Thanks
🙌 Memories always!!
Yep 👍!! Thanks
I love how you normal you all are...… "it's an outhouse, I can wait" LOL
What a great family you have!
Thank you 😊
I actually live in Meridian Mississippi. Its 90 miles east of Jackson, Ms . Extreme eastern Mississippi on interstate 20
Cool 😎
You need enough money to be able to do the things you enjoying doing, that is different for everyone. Some people are workaholics by nature, you and I get our high from the beauty you see like Bryce Canyon, they get theirs closing that deal. Nothing wrong with either. Enjoy the road and stay safe.
Very inspirational guys, great views and you keep at it Grady to show your talents xx
Thank you 😊
Yes to memories over money!
Thanks for watching guys!!
I like your prospective s on life. You are correct in saying that a comfort zone is in most cases unhealthy. In your comfort zone you're always thinking "if I do this" which would make one more complete and happy, you'll never know if you don't try. Life on the most part is what you make of it. With the dust issue, I'm assuming there aren't indentations in the metal. That is odd, maybe heat related on your rig? I always enjoy your adventures. God Bless.
Another comment on here gave the explanation for the dust. Thanks
My hubby and I really needed this video!
So inspiring! We are in the process of trying to figure out how to RV full time and it’s so overwhelming:/ we have to get over the fear:/
What about the name Myrtle?
Blessings and safe travels:)
Glad it helped inspire y’all!! I know it can seem overwhelming just keep moving forward! Thanks guys!!
Uplifting precious family. Be Blessed
Thank you 😊