Living on the Road for 40 Years in a RV - Without Bounds

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  • 40 years ago Randy Vining was determined to live a free life on wheels by living frugally. In this video, he looks back on those years with no regrets. If you listen carefully, he'll tell you how you too can enjoy the free life!!! In this video you meet the two stars of the documentary, "Without Bound".
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  • @charleswoodring8056
    @charleswoodring8056 4 ปีที่แล้ว +158

    "Man's heart, away from nature, becomes hard." Chief Luther Standing Bear

    • @adriennebyrne8237
      @adriennebyrne8237 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Nature and the natural world is the indescribable gift from the greatest and finest energy this world has. Always feel so balanced and loved when in nature. Humbling and grateful and joyful the magic of nature. So proud of you both for immersing yourselves in it and then sharing your experience with us. Thank you Bob and Michael

    • @janet1744
      @janet1744 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@adriennebyrne8237 Nature was created not evolved.

  • @Parkitloveit
    @Parkitloveit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +106

    I love Randy Vining and his poems. When I moved into my car after I had watched Without Bound I had to give away all my stuff, including 1000 books. But there’s one book I kept, and that’s Randy’s 40 years a nomad. ❤️

  • @jay-rus4437
    @jay-rus4437 4 ปีที่แล้ว +152

    Love it. We havent made such extreme changes, but 6 years ago my wife and I sold our expensive house, luxury suv, sports car, motorcycles, rental property, etc. We then left our high stress jobs and started our own business. We have now, for the past several years, worked only 3 days per week. We spend the remainder of our time pursuing other interests, spending time together, and simply enjoying life itself. We do have another house, but much older and smaller, and we have a small shop on our property for our business. We drive well used, but comfortably nice vehicles, have NO credit cards or consumer debt, no cable tv, and overall simple life. Fantastic way to live.

    • @rhondagodwin1265
      @rhondagodwin1265 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      You are smart people. My parents did much the same.

    • @DennisMathias
      @DennisMathias 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah, but do you have internet? I've found that a factor in simplicity is having online access. It simplifies!

    • @jay-rus4437
      @jay-rus4437 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@DennisMathias ....we do have internet. Otherwise I couldnt be on TH-cam 😁

    • @OldMan1962
      @OldMan1962 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You folks are on the mission that all should strive for…. Congratulations!!!

    • @pamjean2308
      @pamjean2308 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What is ur business

  • @ms.charlotte4027
    @ms.charlotte4027 4 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    His poem is everything!! I'm buying this book, and changing my life to stop being a slave to the bank.

    • @nitaell
      @nitaell 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes!!!!!

  • @michaelrees2875
    @michaelrees2875 7 ปีที่แล้ว +840

    I live in a senior place I'm 72 now and a couple years ago I started working on my van and everyone around me thought I was nuts then I would take off and go down to the ocean or go other places. now they're not laughing, when I get back from a trip they want to know all about it. but it is getting very dangerous for me because when I leave now I don't want to come back. I'm just having so much fun. I'll see you guys next month in Arizona. Happy trails.

    • @PositiveMommaLife
      @PositiveMommaLife 6 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      Michael Rees you keep going and live the way you want!

    • @nullish0
      @nullish0 5 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      Makes my heart happy reading this. Inspiring :)

    • @TheRooibosSuite
      @TheRooibosSuite 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nullish0 ogc6

    • @S.G..E555
      @S.G..E555 5 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      Michael Rees good for you... keep at it.. I work in elderly care and so many people put limitations on the elderly abilities...

    • @davidnix5261
      @davidnix5261 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Go for it man!

  • @epicbluerat9999
    @epicbluerat9999 6 ปีที่แล้ว +118

    why would I spend my entire life trying to figure out where I want to be, when I can look at this two guys and know for a fact who I want to be, free, whole full, connected, humble like these guys.

    • @valnpaulvanorden
      @valnpaulvanorden 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Love your minimalist philosophy, Bob!!! I'm an artist who does house portraits. I think I'd need a fleetwood bounder, at least, so I could bring my art supplies. "Sought to plug my bucket" great job Mr. RIGS!! PURCHASED FREEDOM WITH THE SAVINGS IN MY PAIL"!!!

    • @valnpaulvanorden
      @valnpaulvanorden 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bob: "you dont eat dog food?"

    • @stevewhite3753
      @stevewhite3753 ปีที่แล้ว

      Until WW3 starts

    • @nitaell
      @nitaell 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes yes yes

    • @nitaell
      @nitaell 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I would love to duet with someone on the road

  • @nickbarrett7163
    @nickbarrett7163 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    2 incredibly smart, resourceful, and passionate people sitting down and talking for half an hour is the only education I need.

    • @bk4of4
      @bk4of4 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Agreed

  • @ladeene06
    @ladeene06 5 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    Hey Bob, it's been 2 and 1/2 yrs since you've interviewed Randy. 😊 (hint)

  • @bobcolorado3491
    @bobcolorado3491 7 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    "There is no death, only a change of worlds"
    -Chief Seattle

    • @kathytomko8425
      @kathytomko8425 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep here in Akron would just love to know how, have fun

  • @peggyforcellini4220
    @peggyforcellini4220 7 ปีที่แล้ว +228

    My father died waiting for his first social security check. I don't want that to happen to me. I just went on my first solo van trip and am planning my next. Your videos are always full of inspiration and wonderful information. Randy is a amazing soul. Thank you once again.

    • @Jeni_Goci
      @Jeni_Goci 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      My mom died at 72... 7 years after retirement. I plan to retire at 58. Part time explorer. Full time happy.

  • @motopolak
    @motopolak 7 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    Honestly one of the best modern poems I've heard. I absolutely love it.

  • @brownielove4389
    @brownielove4389 4 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Wow beautiful interview even 3 years later. Randy is not only a gifted poet but intelligent, wise and more importantly joyful which many people today don't have. Many lessons to gain from you two.

  • @maggiem.2919
    @maggiem.2919 7 ปีที่แล้ว +493

    We are slaves to the mortgage company. This is the best interview so far. I love the poem. I'm going to get his book just for the poem.

    • @johndeveney3878
      @johndeveney3878 7 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      We work for tha bank most of our adult lives; paying for cars, homes, vacations & shit most of us don't need. Everyone should get a retirement from BIG banks!

    • @magnushelin007
      @magnushelin007 6 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Maggie M. Just bought the book.

    • @dm-jf5uu
      @dm-jf5uu 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      this is why I don't want to ever own anything

    • @lynettering8252
      @lynettering8252 6 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Please research the roots of the term 'mortgage' .... closely related to mortuary, mortify, .... we have been tricked into slavery ....

    • @rattrapsupervisor4886
      @rattrapsupervisor4886 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      A friend of mine told me once that you will never own anything so long as you pay taxes so think about that the next time you say you own something.

  • @NewWorldTrust
    @NewWorldTrust 7 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    "If you give up your freedom for security, you lose both."

  • @atempelhoff2395
    @atempelhoff2395 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love the fact that you are content to live the way you do without justifying it, not feeling the need to explain or convince anybody. You believe in what you do and are truly your own person.
    Contentment is in the little things that money can never buy. Talking to some people can truly enrich your life and give meaning to your own. Opening yourself to all those experiences is absolutely liberating and it gives you the freedom that you are having and been living the past 40 years without regrets and with your own convictions.
    You need to start writing a book on all the memories and connections you made over the years.
    I would have loved to buy your book, but it is not available in South Africa.

  • @anatolyloegering547
    @anatolyloegering547 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This gathering was so deep it felt heavy with such profound wisdom!!! In today's age so few will appreciate such wealth!

  • @ZSharkPH
    @ZSharkPH 7 ปีที่แล้ว +412

    I could have watched 3 hours of you guys talking. A lot of great knowledge between you two. Thanks for sharing

    • @yaniraavilasantos8452
      @yaniraavilasantos8452 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Z Shark I agree.

    • @phillipblount5541
      @phillipblount5541 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes yes.

    • @amydecker6207
      @amydecker6207 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Saaaaaaame!!!!

    • @advorlando9855
      @advorlando9855 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      That's exactly what happens around a campfire at night. Instead of shoving our heads into a TV screen, we chat, laugh and maybe embellish a few stories as we contribute to the collective group. Or just sit and listen...and maybe learn a bit. I didn't even recall a commercial in this video.

    • @themodernpioneeroutdoorsad7230
      @themodernpioneeroutdoorsad7230 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Watch it 6 times and that equals to 3 hours or close 😉...

  • @TravelswithMom
    @TravelswithMom 7 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    I am the primary caretaker of my 86 year old mother, and am privileged to have this time with her. But when she passes -- hopefully years from now -- I'll be prepared to become a nomad for the rest of my life. One sister is appalled I want to be a "bum" and the rest of the family is bemused, believing I won't do it. But I will! Thank you for your continuing information and inspiration... both of you!

    • @suebonnington
      @suebonnington 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I'm in exactly the same situation. Happy travels to you.

    • @saltlife5322
      @saltlife5322 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Passionate Nomad are u on the road now? I love a update on ur life!

    • @gangbleee
      @gangbleee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Good luck to you

    • @robertstanfill2360
      @robertstanfill2360 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Go for it. We are debt free own our own home. We have decided when we can't maintain the 1,800 sq ft house and yard, we're selling and buying a 200 sq ft tiny house and moving into our daughters backyard. She has a back corner that's perfect. We'll have our space and she and her husband will have theirs. Visit with grandkids, great grandkids etc. In the main house. Still cruise, go to Branson. Whatever. One people think we're nuts for wanting to go that small. However we'll only need a bed, bath and kitchenette. A glorified hotel room. Sounds great we're looking forward to it. Meanwhile we've already started scaling down. Love to all God bless. Namaste. Robert and Annette.
      Bed

    • @catcauldron217
      @catcauldron217 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do it!!! 🙂

  • @mindbodyfitness99
    @mindbodyfitness99 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    No spending at all for two weeks!! How blissful that sounds❤

  • @BudgetTravelGuy
    @BudgetTravelGuy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    "I have contempt for anyone who whimper their way to the grave" - Priceless.

    • @patriciax3677
      @patriciax3677 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      "do not go softly into that dark night".....

  • @RJsadventures
    @RJsadventures 7 ปีที่แล้ว +220

    Great Video. A good friend of mine's Dad, Retired at 62 and Died at 62 1/2. Worked his whole life to DIE. Enjoyed 6 mo. Not the Way i want to do it.

    • @Wanna.Wander
      @Wanna.Wander 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      RJ's adventures the stress is too great and it’s all about money. Good thing some of us figured out how to live as cheaply as Mr Vining... a true minimalist

    • @davemojarra2666
      @davemojarra2666 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      RJ's adventures An oft told tale.

    • @scottcarlon6318
      @scottcarlon6318 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      My dad passed at 54 when I was 13 and when I needed him the most. I have managed to have outlived him by 10 years now. He worked all his life unable to get out from under the boot of the bank never able to attain his golden years.......”wont happen to me”.

    • @svetlanikolova7673
      @svetlanikolova7673 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I retired at 38 - best decision ever made! My mom made it to 70 And still going with me on top of a mountain

    • @DianaCarolinaGirl22
      @DianaCarolinaGirl22 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same thing happened to my Dad.

  • @lambchop6278
    @lambchop6278 4 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    I totally agree about connection to nature having a huge impact on people. 100%

    • @jazzsalsadrummer9113
      @jazzsalsadrummer9113 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well, the logical conclusion to your observation is that you should find a cave and move in!

    • @somenomad5332
      @somenomad5332 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jazzsalsadrummer9113 maybe you should! Moron

    • @somenomad5332
      @somenomad5332 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jazzsalsadrummer9113 you're a Kevin surrounding yourself with Karen's! You don't like what other people have to say too bad

    • @hollandtruong6483
      @hollandtruong6483 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agree with Bob & you 1000%!!!

  • @debtfreerv6611
    @debtfreerv6611 4 ปีที่แล้ว +103

    "I have contempt for people who whimper their way to the grave."
    -Randy Vining
    Absolutely.

    • @BudgetTravelGuy
      @BudgetTravelGuy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Agreed...best quote I've heard in a while.

    • @lindahornlpc
      @lindahornlpc 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      "I feel compassion for those who whimper their way to the grave."

    • @sred5856
      @sred5856 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@johnnyreb8030 Not true at all. We dont have a death gene and if healthy at 90 you will be like a normal person only. It is the fear of death that is bad

    • @MaidenUtah1
      @MaidenUtah1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If Mark Watney is “The Martian”, then I say that these gentlemen are “The Earthlings”.

    • @patriciax3677
      @patriciax3677 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lindahornlpc you must like whiners....

  • @Antandthegrasshopper
    @Antandthegrasshopper 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    That poem made me emotional... We waste away our lives focusing on the spigot!

  • @marshallpoe8087
    @marshallpoe8087 7 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Lakota Sioux Chief Luther Standing Bear said, " …the old Lakota was wise. He knew that a man’s heart, away from nature, becomes hard; he knew that lack of respect for growing, living things soon led to lack of respect for humans, too. So he kept his children close to nature’s softening influence." So true Bob. Thanks for another great interview.

  • @mattrodgers4432
    @mattrodgers4432 7 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Two of the few great philosophers we have left! Priceless!

  • @jackiechan8840
    @jackiechan8840 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Needing to find meaning is the key. Man's dropping knowledge.

  • @SteveV1960
    @SteveV1960 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    40 Years of Nomad and the Man Who Quit Money are two of the best videos on TH-cam.

  • @jdtracy
    @jdtracy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I don't say I would "off myself". I say I would actually go start bungie jumping and sky diving, until something goes wrong.

  • @patriciafisher3108
    @patriciafisher3108 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I love this guy's poem and the way he lives. I thoroughly enjoyed this interview.

  • @kigo641
    @kigo641 19 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    What two wonderful, smart, humble and genuine men! ❤❤ I just bought both of their books! ☺️

  • @SailorSam41
    @SailorSam41 6 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    Bought the book Randy. Just felt I should. Amazon wanted $2.99 for an e-copy, but I'm a rich man so I bought it anyway. Got plans for my own RV, and I hope one of these days to see you guys on the road.

  • @fletcher3913
    @fletcher3913 7 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    Just bought Randy's book. A dollar is more that cheap for some great inspiration.

  • @TulasiLovesFruit
    @TulasiLovesFruit 7 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    I love that poem! ❤❤❤ His book is so affordable! 👍👍👍

  • @ecominimalist
    @ecominimalist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    "Money can purchase freedom if you have the guts to buy it."
    This is true.

  • @captnquazar2153
    @captnquazar2153 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This guy has it all figured out

  • @WannaBFree
    @WannaBFree 7 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    Another beauty. Randy has lived an amazing life from my point of view. Many or most people will never reach that level of freedom.

    • @mizzbella9324
      @mizzbella9324 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      WannaBFree exactly what I thought!😄

  • @larsturner310
    @larsturner310 5 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    What a great Interview. Mr. Vining is the Henry David Thoreau of our time.

  • @georgemedeiros8253
    @georgemedeiros8253 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Bob-Every video I watch makes me a little bit stronger. Listening to Randy gives me great hope. I have already begun to be less stressed and happier. I feel lighter. I can see a light at the end of the tunnel. Thank you!

  • @gearjammer4779
    @gearjammer4779 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    These guys are right. Being a Trucker since 81 I lived out of truck sleepers and showered in truck stops for years. Spent lots of nights in trucks during raging thunderstorms and other extreme weather. I was very comfortable especially when air conditioning became very common in big rigs.
    I had microwaves and small refrigerators in later years and of course traveled all 48 states and Canada. I know how to live cheap because it was fun even though I had plenty of cash in my pocket.
    If I hadn’t met my GF 8 years ago I’d be living a life like these guys. My GF is a wealthy woman so I guess I lucked out in life and I wont hafta work when I’m older. It’s so easy to survive financially when your expenses are low. I’m glad I never had children or the expenses that come with them. My Dad used to tell my brother and I to never get so far in debt that you can’t tell your boss to kiss your A - -. I’m glad I’m in that position and always have been. If I can survive living out of a semi then I know I could survive the Nomad life if I wanted to. I’ve driven past Quartzsite for many years and watched it grow. I love what I’ve seen. Freedom! 👍

  • @AStreaminLife
    @AStreaminLife 7 ปีที่แล้ว +257

    My husband and I live in our Airstream full time and are hitting the road next year as Extreme Early Retirees. We'll be 35 & 32 and plan to have enough money to last us forever without HAVING to work. Will we make money?, probably some...but we'll be free just as Randy is free. Randy Vining is a HUGE inspiration to us. I LOVED the poem at the beginning. We're bucket repairers ourselves. Thank you for living lives true to yourselves. You inspire us!

    • @AStreaminLife
      @AStreaminLife 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thanks Bob! We hope we can meet up someday soon too :)

    • @bookmouse770
      @bookmouse770 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Joe Hargreaves: "Live long and prosper"......Vulcan adieu

    • @JoeCnNd
      @JoeCnNd 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      You think kids could throw a wrench in the equation?

    • @anom3778
      @anom3778 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I am 25 and that sounds so cool. Have fun. I wish i could do that. Do you have fears?

    • @MsKG-nl5ot
      @MsKG-nl5ot 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      AStreaminLife keep up posted.

  • @MrYorynot
    @MrYorynot 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Love this interview. I rolled my eyes when he said I have a poem... but I loved it so much I’m definitely getting his book to read the rest 😁
    Thank you Bob!

  • @NewHampshireJack
    @NewHampshireJack 7 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    Randy's message sure resonated with me. When I woke up at 52 Y/O after my beautiful brides passing, it sunk in, man you are alone, the kids do not want the farm and soon the estate will be settled, I realised it was time to plan the rest of my life. A few encouraged my move to the Philippines, the family surely did not. The amusing part was, after five years here, we flew my Daughter and Granddaughter over for a visit. Now, they are in love with my new life adventure and the wonderful places I am surrounded by.

    • @FlashProAnimations
      @FlashProAnimations 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      aw man i guess is too late to have your farm D:

    • @jimdunlap2769
      @jimdunlap2769 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Wow... your life sounds like mine.. I leave back to the Philippines on the 29th of November.. best to you😀

    • @franalldred1622
      @franalldred1622 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Are you living in one place in the Philippines or are you or RVing

    • @franalldred1622
      @franalldred1622 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Joe Justjoe r u RVing also and snowboarding at 52☺ nice

    • @viddachan8940
      @viddachan8940 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fran Alldred The Philippines is made of over 7000 islands, most accessible only by boat. So most likely not RVing, but maybe boating.

  • @JavierChiappa
    @JavierChiappa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You can tell they are good people because the dogs smiles at them , lol.

  • @pinco40
    @pinco40 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    One of the most significant conversations I listened to in years. I belong very much to the rat race alas, but these two incredibly good and articulate people put a seed in my soul which I hope will germinate at some point. Thank you!

  • @nitanice
    @nitanice 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I think this is one of my top five favorite TH-cam videos.

  • @thomasschultz7339
    @thomasschultz7339 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Frugalness with finance is freedom. Cutting edge.

  • @sharonicalogic6231
    @sharonicalogic6231 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    This was such a joy to watch. Inspirational, philosophical, educational, even comical at times. Thanks for sharing your gentle soul with the universe, Bob. You are a true blessing.

  • @sopascat7
    @sopascat7 7 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Two of the greatest nomads ever. Such positive healthy men.
    More & More folks wanting to live a freer life. A life where they can choose to make money, little money or no money. A lifestyle that is not only for the low income or retired; a nomad can make $100k (Silicon Valley tech workers are now living in RVs, campers, box trucks, etc). Randy & Bob are excellent examples that people can live for decades as a nomad, w/freedom & happiness (no stress, no worries) ... as for what happens to nomads when their too elderly to live the nomad lifestyle, and senior "low income" rents are $700 & up? - move to Mexico !

    • @sopascat7
      @sopascat7 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @ ***** . can't wait for the new video. It's gonna be an interesting & important topic. You, and other full-time RVers, videos are not only helpful but also educational.

  • @gowanderlustwithme
    @gowanderlustwithme 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    As a survivor of a loved one’s suicide that’s hard to hear but I get it. Purposefully ending one’s life is one thing but for most dying from suicide it’s not the case. So many gems in this interview. 😊💕

  • @diezeled
    @diezeled 7 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    "A man’s heart away from nature becomes hard; lack of respect for growing, living things soon leads to a lack of respect for humans too." Luther Standing Bear.

  • @vmizzell
    @vmizzell 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    "If you're afraid to die, you're afraid to live!" -- Clark Gable in "The Misfits"

  • @videomagictv6403
    @videomagictv6403 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    The difference between a rutt and a grave is a rut is open at one end so you can walk out of it.

    • @citylife2394
      @citylife2394 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great saying!

    • @auberjean6873
      @auberjean6873 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow! That's something to keep in mind Daily until I walk out of it. So easy to be complacent. Thanks for the wake up call!

  • @GATOREP
    @GATOREP 7 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    You and Randy together.....what a pair and a wealth of knowledge! I had coffee with Randy just this morning while we are both boondocking near Cottonwood. I could easily set all day and talk to Randy and learn so much.

  • @coversbymanu93
    @coversbymanu93 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Van dwellers and people with alternative lifestyles understand that it's not about having a lot of money but rather having little needs. It sure takes discipline to restrain yourself when you live in a world filled to the brim with advertisements that create a false need to purchase material items with the promise that they will make your life, if not easier, better.
    But when you adopt a minimalist mentality you realize that the more important things in life are in no way related to materialism. It's about health, friendships, freedom, taking care of oneself mentally, and having leisure time to spend on things that we love, where the means *is* the end. You're not working only for money, you're working because you love doing it.

  • @pavlovsdoggies
    @pavlovsdoggies 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    "I have contempt for anyone who whimpered their way into the grave" --- best line 21:05

  • @KJAdventures
    @KJAdventures 7 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Thank you Bob! Randy what a fun, happy and fascinating fellow you are. Thank you for participating in this interview and sharing your inspiring poetry. Julie

  • @evibourne4012
    @evibourne4012 7 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I totally agree with you, to make your time count. As a MedSurg nurse I see too many people who suffer through their last years of old age. Quite often their family is keeping them alive well past their natural end of life, thereby adding to their suffering. In the next few years I'll be starting my life as a van or Camper dweller until I can't go anymore, then I 'm done!!! Hopefully I'll meet you on the road!

    • @mizzbella9324
      @mizzbella9324 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Evi Bourne wish you an amazing adventure! Hope your on the road soon! 💓

    • @takchengsze4719
      @takchengsze4719 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      People always worries about when they were 80's. I would prefer to live my life in my 40's and 50's. And care less about the 80's.

  • @lowlifeangler
    @lowlifeangler 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    1 iPhone service $90-120 a month, I have a TracFone..about $130 a year.... here's your sign

  • @mitziflyte
    @mitziflyte 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Loved this--and the mentions about Thoreau and Whitman.... Great ideas about nature and life's quality--I lived part of my bucket list in my 50s--now 77 and glad I did it.

  • @Kimbopolo
    @Kimbopolo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Two Kings of the Road! Good stuff.

  • @ArtisticImpressionsbyBobRouth
    @ArtisticImpressionsbyBobRouth 7 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    its the quality of life, not the duration

    • @jazzsalsadrummer9113
      @jazzsalsadrummer9113 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is the stupidest thing I've read in many years!

    • @sidkaskey
      @sidkaskey 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jazzsalsadrummer9113 ???????????????????

    • @sidkaskey
      @sidkaskey 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Which is why the video and the idea they are selling do not appeal to me.

    • @somenomad5332
      @somenomad5332 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You can work your whole life and acquire stuff but at the end of your life that's all you'll have and nothing else

    • @DennisMathias
      @DennisMathias 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Or, not the moments of breath..but the breathless moments.

  • @terrybrown5402
    @terrybrown5402 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Hes absolutely right that housing is killing our country and the thought that we need gigantic extravagant houses to live a good life.

    • @BradleyProulx
      @BradleyProulx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So strange isn't it!

    • @dross24MA
      @dross24MA 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Seriously - like, what *kid* needs his or her own bathroom and full sized bed?
      Why can we not share our space with others in our family?
      The kids slept 2 to a room in the house and 7 of us traveled in a 22' Class-C camper, again sleeping 2 to a bed with one (me) sleeping on a make-shift bed set up across the front seats.
      It was glorious and I am working on getting eRV up and running again.

  • @tracymorgan5386
    @tracymorgan5386 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It doesn't sound horrible to me, It makes perfect sense. what kind of life will you have if you can't or do anything and lose control over your life. It's your decision to make while you still will have the ability to make it. Everyone has the right to die with dignity.

  • @Justaguyinnc
    @Justaguyinnc 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Family and peer pressures..the greatest setback to getting started... good commercial for the book.. hope he gets enough to last another 40.. safe travels.

  • @winstonbean2947
    @winstonbean2947 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    GOLD.
    I could listen to you two for hours. What interesting characters. What an interesting time.Thanks, Bob

  • @paulmood308
    @paulmood308 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’m in a government service job that I have labored in for 25’years now (policing). I hate it. I hate my mortgage, hate my electric bill, hate working to pay the man. I’m sticking out the final five year’s for the pension, but after that........sell the house, get my van, custom make it myself, and hit the road. I’ll probably buy a piece of property way out somewhere as a home base, so the grandkids can come visit crazy old papaw, but that’s it. Now, selling this idea of a life to the wife will be another adventure to write about later.

  • @janicem4382
    @janicem4382 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Step one, just turned my PT cruiser into a home. After the summer my son will inherit the Cruiser, for similar purposes, and I will buy a van. That is my plan. I will keep you posted.

  • @raineyshafer6221
    @raineyshafer6221 7 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    Bob and Randy... You really are something special! :)

  • @ibwatching9752
    @ibwatching9752 7 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I remember Randy from the 'Without Bound' documentary. Its very nice to catch up with him. What a great great VIDEO ! kudos BOB!

  • @glorialovesChrist
    @glorialovesChrist 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Many seniors cant afford rent on social security. This is an alternative lifestyle that is better than living on a bus bench. Thanks for helping seniors turn lemons into lemonade.

  • @grace.by.fire2021
    @grace.by.fire2021 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Your right! I’m 36 years old and a mother to a 6 year old son. We are on the verge of losing our home. I have always loved traveling and I’ve been trying to find a reason to leave springfield MO and pull my kid out of the corrupt school system. These videos give me inspiration and have made me cry. I’m so ready to do this. Just not sure how to get started with under 800$ two dogs and my son.

  • @orenlv
    @orenlv 7 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    Bob this is one of the best interviews ! , "generate meaning" is a psychology asset. It's amazing to hear a philosophical way of living and the implementation of it . Wishing you many good years

  • @hillbillydetector6431
    @hillbillydetector6431 7 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I hate to take vacation because of the total feel of freedom is great but knowing i have to go back to work makes it so tough i end up selling most of my vacation back to the company.

    • @hillbillydetector6431
      @hillbillydetector6431 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Tami Gami I have 4 weeks this year so I will be taking every Friday off this winter only because I work outside and it's cold but will be selling the rest most likely. I have taken it during the summer but as I said I hate having to go back. I'm looking for the day to live like these guys which I probably could now but I have been working since I was 15 and it's not easy to just quit.

    • @hillbillydetector6431
      @hillbillydetector6431 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ***** Tha t would be nice and i appreciate your videos so at least i can dream of such a life :)

    • @Dan-vb5fh
      @Dan-vb5fh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ok understand your life and also i can say that there are different between Sweden and vacations against Usa we have six weeks paid vacation wich the company pay. But ok our taxes are higher in Sweden. Sorry for the bad english but hope you get what i mean

  • @brunodunshee8937
    @brunodunshee8937 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    - Second time i watch! What a nice conversation!!!!!!

  • @julievanbergen5953
    @julievanbergen5953 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I gotta say Bob I have enjoyed many of the informative videos... but this casual interview with Mr. Randy Vining has touched my heart ... I enjoyed the poems and the sense behind them...there is a lot to be said for being appreciative of the earth and being comfortable in your own skin... I’ve lived in a 20’ camper for 3 years no running water just electric on a piece of land my mother owned with my dog Boogie and practice much of what you have said in your videos ... and I’m content... my daughter thinks I’m nuts for living this way...she wants of course wants all the modern conveniences in life...but I grew up poor with a outhouse even so pooping in a bag no problem...what I tell folks is this “When our forefathers came across this country they did it without running water or electricity...if they can do then so can I”
    I hope one day to meet you and Randy...living free at a heart and desire level is so rewarding... stay in peace and may God and his Angels continue to watch over you both

  • @greybeard804
    @greybeard804 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    "I'll try and be courageous and off myself"
    Indeed...
    I think I like this guy

  • @stringbender57
    @stringbender57 7 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    I enjoyed this interview tremendously! Randy's humor, wit, wisdom and outlook on life amazes me. I feel like he and I could fast become best friends. I too, like others commented, wish I could have sat in on this conversation. Some people want to meet movie stars or famous singers, athletes etc. I would be far more impressed to meet you and Randy. Hopefully that will happen as I am nearing retirement and plan to be on the road soon! 🚐💨😁

  • @420Chooey
    @420Chooey 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm not easily impressed with people. But I am camping with Randy right now and he is a genuine authentic person every bit as entertaining in real life is he is on screen.

  • @BeRealActReal
    @BeRealActReal 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm a young male of 28 years old who lives out of las vegas, Nevada and I enjoy watching people living or traveling out of there cars. I transformed my 2016 Hyundai Accent Into a traveling situation. I agree with you as how this world needs to change for the USA. I see the bigger picture on how life should be. I'm cheap as far as living in a daily motel goes but I am not cheap when living In your car. I like listening to you guys. You provide a lot of great knowledge.

  • @dabprod
    @dabprod 7 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    These two guys play well off one another, fun to watch. I've been following them on youtube for a while now. They give some sound advice.....not for everybody, but for those that have had enough of the rat race and ready to take the plunge. I haven't worked for 37yrs and have an income that allows me to do as I will. So my situation suites me fine right where I am, or I can travel in my Class B motor home. The biggest difference between me and the Nomads is I have a home base to come to. But I love there attitude towards life, we look at things pretty much the same way. Oh.....and I just ordered Randy's book. Thanks guys.

    • @CheapRVliving
      @CheapRVliving  7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thanks dabprod, we could talk all day. :)

  • @TinManisbugginout
    @TinManisbugginout 7 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    nice interview Bob

  • @qiforlife_daniel.samelson
    @qiforlife_daniel.samelson 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I wanted to say thank you so much for this video, and your others, in which you share your truth that helps me change my life. Bob, I have been following you for about 4 years and you are an inspiration. I am from Israel married with 3 children and 9 months ago we fulfilled a dream of living in East Asia as a choice not to listen to the fear and demands of society and to choose a life of freedom. We have no money or savings but there is faith and family closeness from which we live and find ways to produce the need and reduce the unnecessary. Thank you very much.

  • @DennisMathias
    @DennisMathias 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    You know, I was sitting here drinking my morning brew listening to you guys talk and because of the camera angle and the sun and the framing, I felt like I was sitting right in front of you..just watching and listening. What a treat. Thanks guys. And good morning.

  • @kathleenwharton2139
    @kathleenwharton2139 7 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    In the old days Native Americans walked out into the desert and died. When they felt their life purpose was over. Sounds like a good idea to me. I would not worry about it too much at the moment. Your life is only moment to moment anyway. The future usually takes care of itself.

  • @ArkansasMike
    @ArkansasMike 7 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    This has got to be the best video I've seen! Randy seems to be a great guy. A few years ago I googled some ideas on camping in a van. To my amazement I stumbled onto a whole community of people. I've met a lot of great people online in the vandwelling and RV community. I hope to someday meet some of you great people in person. Thank you for all you do Bob. In my opinion you and Randy are a couple of modern day Thoreau's. Have a great week my friend.

  • @pooddescrewch8718
    @pooddescrewch8718 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have always lived frugally . The more things you have the bigger house you need . The bigger house you have the more stuff you buy .So on and so forth .

  • @Melvinschroeder
    @Melvinschroeder 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Enjoyed your conversation and peace it brought.

  • @freewoman9023
    @freewoman9023 7 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Great interview, this guy seems so laid back and calm.

    • @freewoman9023
      @freewoman9023 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I watched the documentary again, the first time I watched it I didn't put together that I was watching you. Loved it

    • @bradkw4295
      @bradkw4295 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I read the comments again, the first time I thought Bob was saying Randy is a FreeWoman, and I thought hmmm....

    • @freewoman9023
      @freewoman9023 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol

  • @dyardsale5475
    @dyardsale5475 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hearing Randy V is therapeutic.

  • @pooddescrewch8718
    @pooddescrewch8718 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My favorite thing is setting on my porch with a cup of coffeee at sunrise lisarening to song birds . A close second ias a thunderstorm under a tin roof .

  • @michelelovesjesus3111
    @michelelovesjesus3111 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I was so excited to see that you had interviewed Randy!!! I loved him in the documentary and after you Bob, he's the next person I'd love to meet in person...love his philosophical and poetic spirit and can so relate to what he said about not having his family's respect. you 2 men are fine examples! !!!💗💗💗

  • @shaunhall960
    @shaunhall960 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I needed to see this again.

  • @shaunhall6834
    @shaunhall6834 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I keep coming back to this video to renew my efforts. Keep moving forward Nomads when life gets hard.

  • @RioAbajoBelen
    @RioAbajoBelen 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you Bob and Randy for sharing your thoughts and experiences.

  • @TheRealMensChannel
    @TheRealMensChannel 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I read Thoreau as a kid. Loved it. Got into nature after that book. Read "The American Boys Handybook." All about living off the land and building cabins in the woods and such.

    • @TheRealMensChannel
      @TheRealMensChannel 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I had one of the original ones on base in Japan back in the 60's as a kid. Hardbound. I believe this it it currently: First published in 1882, this is a wealth of projects and games, with practical directions on how to make them, by one of the founders of the Boy Scouts of America. The ultimate pre-TV, anti-couch potato activity book, it answers the question, "What's there to do?" www.amazon.com/American-Boys-Handy-Book-Centennial/dp/0879234490/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1478130120&sr=1-1&keywords=the+american+boys+handy+book#reader_0879234490 I was reading Sam Clemens or uh..forgot his pen name author of Huck Finn and such dang long term memory is fading man....anyways I was in the boyscouts and wanting to to hunting and fishing but trapped on the main island of Japan.

    • @TheRealMensChannel
      @TheRealMensChannel 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think this it is or one of its copies: www.amazon.com/American-Boys-Handy-Book-Activities/dp/1569756864/ref=sr_1_4?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1478130120&sr=1-4&keywords=the+american+boys+handy+book

    • @anyabrown6933
      @anyabrown6933 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mark Twain

  • @dfarmer4201
    @dfarmer4201 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a wonderful, fascinating and profound conversation to listen in on.

  • @bethrobles9336
    @bethrobles9336 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow what a wonderful guy so free

  • @mettahuttravels3183
    @mettahuttravels3183 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The guru of being a nomad.

  • @aheadsup6492
    @aheadsup6492 7 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    couldn't agree more with the country's direction. nice interview great guest great poems may have to check out the book for a buck, lol.. Another inspiration love it man. keep em coming Bob we love em. peace.