Hi Kara! So cool you stopped in Arlington. I live in Memphis and you stopped at my dad’s shop. Rusty is my dad! He called me after you came in and asked if I knew who you were and I said Yes, I follow them! Im so glad they were able to help you and get you back on the road so quickly so you can see that sweet baby! Safe travels!
Rusty is your dad?!?!? Wow! So crazy! I think he knew how much it meant to me based on my tears…but be sure to tell him thank you again for me. He did not have to do that but it was a beautiful reminder that one random act of kindness can have such a big impact on someone! I paid it forward and hope it encourages others to do the same!! 🥰❤️
Aweeeeee the combination of humans in this video is tooooo heart warming!!! The tire shop 😭 Peggy 😭 and HANK 😭!! Also, what does it say about me that I couldn’t guess any of your lip sync battle songs?!? Thank goodness you didn’t mute your raps. That was a little treat I didn’t know I needed today 😉. Love ya Kar Bear xx
Hey its not about this video but I've seen your recent videos and may I just say that hearing you have cancer can be life crushing but you two have taken it in your stride so know you are my inspiration 💖💖💖💖💖
@@charlottewhite6450 My name is charlotte Eley and I'm on my dad's account!,!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!THANK GOODNESS FOR ALL OF OF WANT YOU 😍
THIS is the news we need to see! A wonderful auto shop helping a young woman with her car, a women calling to check on a solo driver, an honor system store- what a wonderful world we live in
My mom lives in Cordova extremely close and I live in North MS. Guess when we need any tire work we are going to go see Rusty. I would much rather give my money to honest and kind people.
The world needs more Rusty's and Peggy's! The love you feel when you and your father are talking to each-other is so big. You can hear his love for you when you are crying. Baby Hank is adorable ♡ Congratualations to your sister and her husband and your family.
Me too! I’ve been fixing my own car, changing my brakes and tires and oil for years but I still call him. I have to tell him I can pay for it myself I just need dad cheerleading. I still cry when things happen to my car because it had been such a source of financial issues in my youth. My dad always makes me feel better.
Hahahaha he knows me well…he told me not to cry because he thought we were going to have to wait until 9 to go back to the shop and get it figured out. I had been anxiously waiting for 4 days and the thought of delaying the trip any longer he knew would send me off 😭 but then he remembered the pump in his car 🙌🏻
Just cried my way through this whole video. Kara, you and your dad are so sweet, and then the tire people?! AND PEGGY 😭😭😭 hope you had an amazing time with your fam!
Hahaha it was an emotional rollercoaster wasn’t it!! Rusty and a Peggy are gold 😭💛 it was totally worth the journey to spend so much time with that sweet babe!!!! Thank y’all for watching 🥰❤️
“I’m not against it, but right now I’m not FOR it” perfectly sums up how I feel about having kids too! We have the option, and can live fulfilling fantastic lives without them 🙌
Yesssss 😭🤦🏼♀️ or when you just need to call & complain, my dads the best though hands down. Sorry ladies 🤷🏼♀️😂 my dads handicap & has been handicap since a accident & what makes my dad different than yours is he’s only got one 🦵 leg… enough said 🤪💁🏼♀️
Your interactions with you dad brought tears to my eyes. I’m a 50yr old daddy’s “girl”. My dad has been gone for 12 years & I still miss him every single day of life. Love your videos & as much as I enjoy the adventures, the interactions between friends and family keep me watching. 💕
Might be real but most TH-camrs are fake about the whole crying gratitude thing.. they have tons of money and don’t care about anything (not Kara and Nate but other TH-camrs )
Awwww Kara he’s adorable!! And as a child free 35 year old woman I admire your decision to possibly not have children it makes those of us who are having the same conversations feel so validated!!
I am so proud of you for speaking truthfully about not being sure you want to have kids. Every time a woman is brave enough to say that out loud, especially a woman with a big platform, it's one more step away from people seeing women as baby making machines and being horrified if we decide having children isn't the right thing for us or the potential child. Not every woman wants to be a mother, not every woman can be a mother, not every woman should be a mother, and it's about time people stopped judging us for having freedom of choice just because we are women.
Peggy is a sweetheart!! She called just to check in on you! Look at that kind of kindness, I love it!! See that is the kind of people that make a difference in the world.
Kara “the plan is . . . I don’t really have a plan!” I love everything Kara says and this is hilarious and spontaneous and honest. Love that she explains it for over a minute after!
@@KaraandNate i wish. My dad is a narssist. No fun and ALWAYS a total drag nightmare to be around. I now try to avoid him at all costs Really is sad. Appreciate every moment, you are so blessed.
girl, i know i'm a year behind 🤣🤣🤣 but watching you doing your solo tour entertainment vlog was absolutely refreshing. and you did a fantastic job and met so many nice and kind people... because you deserve it with your positive attitude. keep on rockin' ✌️🫶
who knew a 30 minute vlog of someone road tripping alone could be so entertaining!! I loved this. Great job Kara!! You are so full of life and it's inspiring! ALSO congratulations to your sister and family!!!!
Kara, my husband and I were in the same boat as you. There was not a question that we were having kids when we first met. As time went on, with going back to school, long term travel and career changes, having kids became less of a priority. In the end we have decided we will not be having kids. People are always shocked when I tell them this as I love kids and I am good with kids (I have been told). I have many nieces and nephews that fill up my heart up and that is good enough for me!
There's absolutely nothing wrong with loving children yet choosing not to have your own. I am childless by choice and I have never regretted it. It's a decision only Kara and Nate can make. Together.
I was having a really bad day until this video, and it’s so nice to see others spreading positivity and light! I love your uploads more than anything but this one was truly special!! Rusty and Peggy’s kindness really put a smile on my face❤️❤️
Aww Kara!! Such a beautiful vlog, we were smiling so hard at the end of it. You make us laugh 😂Hank is a BEAUTY! And well done for spending the night alone, i know how scary it can be when you've done every other night with Nate! Trooper ❤️🙌🏻
Your daddy is the absolute best.. From picking the van up,helping 5mins into your trip,always answering the phone,to just being encouraging no matter the circumstances ❤❤ Mr.Rusty thank you for being a great person and taking care of Kara❤ Ans sheesh Mrs.Peggy wow she called to check on you,you can tell she's a mom and grandma she's got your best interest at heart❤
i love that Kara’s accent comes out when she talks to people, it’s adorbs. and the way she cried when Rusty wouldn’t let her pay, she’s such an beautifully kind soul
Kara's dad🥺 The tire shop guy🥺 Peggy🥺 And Hank🥺 Loved seeing so many beautiful and kind people in this world! 🌎And the video overall was just wholesome🥰
This was THE vlog of them all. All of them! Kara you are so heartwarming, thankful and cheerful. You made me smile and laugh at the same time. It was also so awesome seeing you on your own doing you and all the planning and doing finally after so many years. Please more of these. I am going to smile the rest of the day for sure. Congratulations also of course.
Aunties who don't have their own children are the best in my book! I grew up with a couple and so did my children. Throughout all phases of life they have just been the best support and friends!
It's a VERY mature realization to recognize having children isn't everyone's destiny. That's awesome that Kara and Nate are weighing that option very seriously.
I love Kara and Nate together but I also love being able to see their personalities outside of their relationship. I can't watch this until after work so my Mom and I can watch together but I'm soo excited for this one!
How much do we love Kara's dad?! I can't recall if Kara has brother(s) but LOVE how he handles (potential) tears in reaction to anything. Good man, but we knew that...
The modeling of the clothes, acting in place of Nate was hilarious. Congrats on your cute nephew. You guys would be awesome parents but love you no matter what your decision is.
Just wanted to say, that I had 2 separate flights today to visit family. Because of you guys, I brought a box of chocolates to both flights, and the flight attendants were ecstatic. Thank you guys for giving the advice and letting me make someone's day! Don't ever change, I watch your videos religiously and hope to travel one day to even half the places that you guys have been!
Aw your dad is amazing, "don't cry," he knows you and it is so apparent he loves his baby girl! Great video! Sending love from Denton TX! Ahhh! I had to edit this comment; what a blessing you found in that shop that fixed your wheel! I love seeing the good in the world through your eyes! I'd cry too. Wow!
I've never realised this as you're always together in your vlogs, but Kara is definitely the funny one 😂 I have laughed more than usual at this episode
i really love kara and nate like watching them makes me heart so warm and happy every video, i love how her hometown accent always comes out a little bit extra when she’s been at home 🥰🥰
Oh Kara this is the most emotional video, the angels are watching you during this trip. Those amazing people you met just made me cry and seeing you alone made me more emotional but you did amazing..
Kara, I can just imagine you saying "they're not going to want to watch me drive across the country after you just climbed a whole mountain in Africa" but literally YOU MAKE THE VIDEOS. Nate does too, and you have your magic together, but YOU are so wonderful and entertaining and such a good storyteller that I think we'd all watch you do anything!
Kara, I validate your thoughts and feelings for whether to have a baby or not. I was certain that we would change our minds when we turned 30 and then again at 35 but… the older I got, the more I saw my friends struggle with their kids, money, relationships… and I had be strong in my decision that not having a baby was the right choice despite pressure from society. Hold strong and listen to your gut! I have had a life of freedom, independence, travel, love and not regretting not having a baby at all. I’m now 45. You will know what’s right for you!
i've always been a firm believer in "everything you put out into the universe comes back to you" and you always are so sweet and caring and kind to everyone you meet, and it came back to you in the form of arlington & peggy
Ryan and Aylyn in Colorado here! 13 Years together and happily child free by choice! Loving your series! We have watched every episode from the beginning and are now finally caught up with you in real time. Congrats on your nephew! He's a cutie! We love being the cool aunt and uncle.
Just had my first baby at 36 after YEARS of not knowing if I wanted a baby. The only thing I can say is that I have absolutely no regrets about taking my time and traveling the world first. Also, I’m glad I was a solid yes before deciding to become a parent because this is the most challenging phase of life I’ve ever gone through. That being true I have zero regrets. Long story short take your time and wait until it’s a solid yes for you and Nate. If you never get there that’s cool too! Not everyone needs to parent. Nieces and nephews are magic. Congrats to you and your sister 🥰
Wait until teenagehood... I was thinking, "Why you little entitled &%$#@... I could drop kick you for complaining about the internet not being fast enough when I had to go to the library to read actual books for school!" Then I call up my parents and apologize for complaining that they wouldn't drive me to the library when I had a perfectly good bike...
Also, as someone your same age trying to figure out if I should have kids it's really refreshing to hear someone not be sure, bc I'm not sure. So thank you for being open about that!
Great video! And as someone who just celebrated her 20th anniversary in a childfree marriage, we can verify that it's a wonderful, loving life choice of its own, and my husband and I don't "miss" a thing. Based on what I've seen of you as a regular viewer over the last 4 years or so, I'm confident you two will know what's right when it's right.
I completely agree with you, Sarah. My husband and I also decided not to have children. There are lots of children in our lives (a nephew, children of friends) and we don’t feel like we’re missing anything. I’m glad that, more and more, we are living in a time when people’s personal choices are respected. Kara: whatever choice you and Nate will be the right for you and we’ll support it.
Yep, 14 years no kids and it works for us. We are basically obsessed with our niece and nephew but it just didn't ever feel like something we wanted enough and kids deserve to be wanted.
Man I have never laughed so hard until I watched Kara try to dress and act like Nate for the J.crew portion. I think she nailed it. LOL and then I cried so hard that that sweet man would not take Karas money for her tire. Then there was Peggy who just had to check up on Kara. There are so many nice people out there. Sending all the best wishes to your sister and her precious family.
I lost my daddy four years ago. I'd call him for everything....when you said 'hey daddy' it just made me lose it. I'm so glad your tire was fixed by honest people. Cherish the folks you love! 💕
I just stopped in because I saw you were heading from Nashville. I don’t have any intention or desire to travel alone, but I have daughters that do so I will pass to you the #1 advice a friend of mine gave me that he instills in his Daughter as well. Ever since then I have Always made sure that I keep nitrogen in my tires instead of air. You don’t ever have to worry about the tires fluctuating air pressure (in cold and warm weather) and if it does go down, you can bet it needs to looked at. Also, so glad you found Arlington, TN and got food while you were there. I don’t like to go to Memphis by myself, so I try not to. I suppose the crime rate is high in most major cities. Glad you found a trustworthy someone to let you spend the night where you were safe. Safe travels. ❤️
My husband just peeked over my shoulder as I was watching this and said 'she's drinking and driving and talking" with a twinkle in his eye and a smile on his face. Oh Kara, I am crying right along with you!!! God is watching over you! Actually having a baby is a personal decision and honestly no one's business but yours and Nate's. I loved going on this trip with you!!
I'm writing this as I watch, but your reaction to your nephew's birth and being able to hold him for the first time is so, so, so cute and is EXACTLY how I reacted to my nephew! Congrats to all!! Also- we all need a dad like yours, who'll come and give you a hand when something goes wrong (thankfully I have one, shout out to mine lol). As someone who struggles to do things like travel alone and do things like eat and film in public alone, seeing you do it somehow makes me feel more comfortable and open to doing it! There are so many kind, helpful people out there too!
I love seeing Kara just being herself. I can relate being emotional when it comes to emotional things lol. I can hardly talk about anything sad, or happy without crying, and her dad is super adorable too! Both when he went there to take care of her tire "Now don't cry Kara" and when she called about the guy not having her pay for her fixed tire "Did you cry?" they were all in comments filled with love. He knows his daughter is just extra in tune with her emotions and supports her for it
Kara your dad seems like the sweetest man on earth, loved hearing you guys interact. So much kindness in this video is sure to inspiring so many! I believe God had a plan with that tire! I felt the same way about kids until my sister made me a aunt and I started to see it more for myself. If its now, in 5 years or never trust in Gods plan for you and Nate. Children are truly a gift from God and what a blessing little Hank is!
Moments of kindness like you experienced mean so much more these days when everyone seems to be so cold and keep to themselves. Loved seeing you take this trip on with such a positive attitude. Keep it up, Kara!!
kara ur relationship with ur dad makes me so emotional. he honestly sounds like the most loving man any daughter could ask for. i never got that personally, but seeing other people relationships fills my heart. sending love
My husband and I never really thought about having kids...it was always "maybe some day far in the future"...until my dr encouraged us to talk about it when we were in our early 30s. We ended up deciding that we didn't feel any void in our family and our life was best suited for no kids. We're 36 now and I'm still happy to have the option to not have kids. No one has ever pressured me to feel any different and everyone's journey looks different.
I feel like we get to know the two of you more personally and hear more of what's inside your head when you're alone, since now we're the other person with you. It's an interesting change and I like it! Keep the videos coming!
I’m really glad to see Kara being independent and experiencing some solo trips. I always get a lil anxious doing trips alone. But afterwards, makes me feel so strong.
Kara, you are an absolute inspiration. I have so many goals in life (full time travel being a huge one!), but I've always felt that my time to achieve them has been limited, that I'd have to squeeze all these plans into a few short years before settling down to start a family. Only a few months ago did I come to the realisation that I don't have to; I can live my life, for myself, for as long as I want. It's been the biggest relief, recognising that (contrary to popular belief) I don't have some biological timeframe counting down the days until I have to give these dreams up. There is so much stigma around women choosing not to have children, so hearing you speak up about it as even a possibility for you and Nate is so inspiring. Thank you for speaking about it so openly.
I never comment on videos, but I just want to thank you for being vulnerable in talking about being okay not having kids. As someone who is also in the same boat it’s refreshing to see! Keep on thriving ❤️
YES! Nothing wrong with choosing to be child free. When I was younger, I thought, sure, yes, I will do the whole kid thing. As I got older (late teens, early 20's, and so on-I'll be 37 in 2 months) I realized while I enjoy other people's kids (I LOVE my nieces and nephew not to mention my non-bio ones), I enjoy my life too much to add my own kid into the mix. There's nothing wrong with choosing to have kids versus choosing not to have kids. It's a personal choice and NO ONE should have to defend said choice. And while I do not feel the need to defend myself, I do offer that I am rewarded enough hearing that my nieces/nephew/friends' kids love spending time with me/us. We're fun. We let kids do what they want (within reason). We talk to them as if they are adults (this is something my husband remembers from his childhood so he's made it a point to never let kids feel like we treat them as just kids). Despite what some people say (I have heard it countless times), your life can be completely fulfilling without having kids. Just do you. If you and Nate are happy with your life as-is, know that that is okay. If you both decide it's time to have kids, that's fine too. Don't let anyone ever make you feel bad about what you decide!
The childfree life has been perfect for us. So much more freedom for travel, experiences, sports cars, early retirement, early paid off house, the list goes on. Definitely enjoying just being the cool aunt and uncle.
I think a lot of people have learned in this pandemic that space is essential for a couple to be able to provide their relationship with the rejuvenation and reinvention it needs from time to time. It's like a reboot. Hope the absence made the heart grow even fonder!
Kara, I'm very proud of you. You didn't "skip a beat"...You took this stretch of this adventure by yourself. I'm so glad your dad was there when you discovered your tire was low...to that very kind and generous man in the Arlington tire store and finally Peggy, just " checking on you" on that dark road heading to your night stay. ( You were surrounded by love and sweet angels along your route.- ) Awesome!!♥️♥️♥️
I totally relate to the back-and-forth about deciding to have kids. My partner and I waited about 10 years before making the decision, and it was definitely the right choice for us. Adjusting to parenthood after being just the two of us for so long was a big change, but we love our little family 🙂
Thank you Kara for being so sensitieve and showing us that crying is okay, even if it's about little things in life. Representation is so important. So from the bottom of sobbing heart, thank you ❤
The fact that that random man wouldn't let you pay, shows you being a genuinely good person "pays off" only reason I quote that is because if you are, you don't have to try! Beautiful moment ❤
Think this may be my fave TH-cam video ever. You’re amazing and hilarious. Been bingeing all ya videos today. And now I’m crying too. Gosh some ppl are lovely I also talk to my gps in a cranky way coz she wrrrong And I cried at the end.
Me and my husband have been together for nearly eleven years and we’re one of the final members of each of our families to not have children and sometimes our families get more offended that we don’t want to have children. We’ve been watching your guys channel from the beginning for the last two months and it’s really inspired us to make going and traveling a priority instead of something we just talked about and thought would happen one day. Even if that’s traveling to a city in the US we’ve never been to is making all the hard work we do worthwhile. With those dreams of traveling coming to fruition having children is becoming an even distant thought than ever before. It’s a great thing we enjoy each other’s company and can’t wait to keeping every day of the rest of our lives together.
Hi Kara! So cool you stopped in Arlington. I live in Memphis and you stopped at my dad’s shop. Rusty is my dad! He called me after you came in and asked if I knew who you were and I said Yes, I follow them! Im so glad they were able to help you and get you back on the road so quickly so you can see that sweet baby! Safe travels!
Rusty is your dad?!?!? Wow! So crazy! I think he knew how much it meant to me based on my tears…but be sure to tell him thank you again for me. He did not have to do that but it was a beautiful reminder that one random act of kindness can have such a big impact on someone! I paid it forward and hope it encourages others to do the same!! 🥰❤️
What a small world! That's awesome.
Dang it...just when I stopped crying and then I read this....awesome!!
Kara & Nate should start a trend “Pay it Forward”
That's awesome
Dads really know there daughters, I love how he was like “here’s what you gotta do, don’t cry”
My dad is the exact same way
@@alexstanley1185 my daddy was like that 2 lol
My Dad is definitely not like that, he would just give me a lecture. Needless to say I don't call him for help.
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Aweeeeee the combination of humans in this video is tooooo heart warming!!! The tire shop 😭 Peggy 😭 and HANK 😭!! Also, what does it say about me that I couldn’t guess any of your lip sync battle songs?!? Thank goodness you didn’t mute your raps. That was a little treat I didn’t know I needed today 😉. Love ya Kar Bear xx
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Hey its not about this video but I've seen your recent videos and may I just say that hearing you have cancer can be life crushing but you two have taken it in your stride so know you are my inspiration 💖💖💖💖💖
@@charlottewhite6450 My name is charlotte Eley and I'm on my dad's account!,!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!THANK GOODNESS FOR ALL OF OF WANT YOU 😍
Hi guys i like your videos❤
THIS is the news we need to see! A wonderful auto shop helping a young woman with her car, a women calling to check on a solo driver, an honor system store- what a wonderful world we live in
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We have such an amazing world🏙
Correction we have an amazing world
I live in Arlington and Rusty has taken care of our cars for years. Many times he hasn't charged us for small jobs. The staff is amazing!!
God bless Rusty
Yes!
My mom lives in Cordova extremely close and I live in North MS. Guess when we need any tire work we are going to go see Rusty. I would much rather give my money to honest and kind people.
@@brandonlaceybruff503 it's worth the drive!
Love how Kara's Dad has asked if she wanted to cry at least 3 times in this video. He is truly so precious
Hahahaha I think I have a problem 😭
@@KaraandNate love the singing tho 10/10 when’s the Christmas album dropping 👀
@@KaraandNate no you don't...it shows you are a loving caring emotional person...that is great:) shows you are human:)
@@KaraandNate I think you have such a tender heart and your dad gets you!!
Yes! I love love love the dad!
The world needs more Rusty's and Peggy's! The love you feel when you and your father are talking to each-other is so big. You can hear his love for you when you are crying. Baby Hank is adorable ♡ Congratualations to your sister and her husband and your family.
Kara crying about kindness was so wholesome and so funny. Your Pisces is showing Kara!
I’ve never related to anything more than Kara’s dad being like “okay here’s what we gotta do. Don’t cry.” Literally ME.
This is me with my dad and I’ve not lived at home for 15 + years. 🥰
Me too! I’ve been fixing my own car, changing my brakes and tires and oil for years but I still call him. I have to tell him I can pay for it myself I just need dad cheerleading. I still cry when things happen to my car because it had been such a source of financial issues in my youth. My dad always makes me feel better.
Gotta appreciate he give her a pre-warning 🥰😂
Hahahaha he knows me well…he told me not to cry because he thought we were going to have to wait until 9 to go back to the shop and get it figured out. I had been anxiously waiting for 4 days and the thought of delaying the trip any longer he knew would send me off 😭 but then he remembered the pump in his car 🙌🏻
Me too. I miss my daddy!
Just cried my way through this whole video. Kara, you and your dad are so sweet, and then the tire people?! AND PEGGY 😭😭😭 hope you had an amazing time with your fam!
Hi Hi guys have ppy great birthday
Me too!!
The way of no planning and let God plan for you, always the best result
Hahaha it was an emotional rollercoaster wasn’t it!! Rusty and a Peggy are gold 😭💛 it was totally worth the journey to spend so much time with that sweet babe!!!! Thank y’all for watching 🥰❤️
Same!!!
“Kara, here’s what we gotta do, now don’t cry”
-Daddy
It’s been so fun seeing you and Nate out exploring alone. ❤️ proud of you friends!
“I’m not against it, but right now I’m not FOR it” perfectly sums up how I feel about having kids too! We have the option, and can live fulfilling fantastic lives without them 🙌
Hi 👋 friend, can I talk to you for a moment?
Oh, goodness, yes. I’m a Mom and grandmother….and, oh, yeees you can.
Kara's conversation with her dad while she was crying is hands down the MOST heartwarming thing I've seen in so long. You're so so precious, Kara!
I love that even in our 30s our Daddys have always got our backs when we need help on the side of the road haha. ❤❤
PTL🙌🏻
We're dads thats our job.
@@todd4335 two thumbs up for the dads like you, thanks!!
Yesssss 😭🤦🏼♀️ or when you just need to call & complain, my dads the best though hands down. Sorry ladies 🤷🏼♀️😂 my dads handicap & has been handicap since a accident & what makes my dad different than yours is he’s only got one 🦵 leg… enough said 🤪💁🏼♀️
@@HughMadBro my dad is missing his left leg and has been wheel chair bound since they did his hip replacement a few years ago.
Your interactions with you dad brought tears to my eyes. I’m a 50yr old daddy’s “girl”. My dad has been gone for 12 years & I still miss him every single day of life. Love your videos & as much as I enjoy the adventures, the interactions between friends and family keep me watching. 💕
I LOVE the way you and Nate gain your southern accent right back when you go home its so special to hear just like the old videos
Aww Kara started crying when the guy fixing her tire didn’t let her pay! That’s more then generous! Love you guys
Might be real but most TH-camrs are fake about the whole crying gratitude thing.. they have tons of money and don’t care about anything (not Kara and Nate but other TH-camrs )
Our son works here, and they are the most amazing group of people. Our whole town is pretty awesome and I love it here, because of our neighbors.
Awwww Kara he’s adorable!! And as a child free 35 year old woman I admire your decision to possibly not have children it makes those of us who are having the same conversations feel so validated!!
Do what your instincts say and not societal norms say.
@@TheWestlandgirl 💯💯💯
Same here Britt, God Bless.
Same, I'm 30 and really not sure if I want to have kids
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I am so proud of you for speaking truthfully about not being sure you want to have kids. Every time a woman is brave enough to say that out loud, especially a woman with a big platform, it's one more step away from people seeing women as baby making machines and being horrified if we decide having children isn't the right thing for us or the potential child. Not every woman wants to be a mother, not every woman can be a mother, not every woman should be a mother, and it's about time people stopped judging us for having freedom of choice just because we are women.
Peggy is a sweetheart!! She called just to check in on you! Look at that kind of kindness, I love it!! See that is the kind of people that make a difference in the world.
Kara “the plan is . . . I don’t really have a plan!” I love everything Kara says and this is hilarious and spontaneous and honest. Love that she explains it for over a minute after!
Make this Kara’s motto and “how hard can it be” Nate’s forever 🤣
Awww, I already cried when your Dad came to pump up your front tyre. I love how ready he is just to be there for you! So, so sweet!
He’s always first in line to help ❤️
@@KaraandNate i wish. My dad is a narssist. No fun and ALWAYS a total drag nightmare to be around. I now try to avoid him at all costs
Really is sad. Appreciate every moment, you are so blessed.
girl, i know i'm a year behind 🤣🤣🤣 but watching you doing your solo tour entertainment vlog was absolutely refreshing. and you did a fantastic job and met so many nice and kind people... because you deserve it with your positive attitude. keep on rockin' ✌️🫶
The first thing she was singing was “I wish nothing but the best for youuuuuuuu tooooo” (someone like you- Adele)
who knew a 30 minute vlog of someone road tripping alone could be so entertaining!! I loved this. Great job Kara!! You are so full of life and it's inspiring! ALSO congratulations to your sister and family!!!!
Kara, my husband and I were in the same boat as you. There was not a question that we were having kids when we first met. As time went on, with going back to school, long term travel and career changes, having kids became less of a priority. In the end we have decided we will not be having kids. People are always shocked when I tell them this as I love kids and I am good with kids (I have been told). I have many nieces and nephews that fill up my heart up and that is good enough for me!
There's absolutely nothing wrong with loving children yet choosing not to have your own. I am childless by choice and I have never regretted it. It's a decision only Kara and Nate can make. Together.
I was having a really bad day until this video, and it’s so nice to see others spreading positivity and light! I love your uploads more than anything but this one was truly special!! Rusty and Peggy’s kindness really put a smile on my face❤️❤️
Aww Kara!! Such a beautiful vlog, we were smiling so hard at the end of it. You make us laugh 😂Hank is a BEAUTY! And well done for spending the night alone, i know how scary it can be when you've done every other night with Nate! Trooper ❤️🙌🏻
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Doing something on your own is so empowering. Way to go, Kara!
So true!💪🏻💪🏻
When your dad said, “Here’s what we gotta do, don’t cry” I felt that
Your daddy is the absolute best.. From picking the van up,helping 5mins into your trip,always answering the phone,to just being encouraging no matter the circumstances ❤❤ Mr.Rusty thank you for being a great person and taking care of Kara❤ Ans sheesh Mrs.Peggy wow she called to check on you,you can tell she's a mom and grandma she's got your best interest at heart❤
i love that Kara’s accent comes out when she talks to people, it’s adorbs. and the way she cried when Rusty wouldn’t let her pay, she’s such an beautifully kind soul
Peggy seems like the fairy godmother every solo traveler needs ❤️
Kara's dad🥺
The tire shop guy🥺
Peggy🥺
And Hank🥺
Loved seeing so many beautiful and kind people in this world! 🌎And the video overall was just wholesome🥰
This was THE vlog of them all. All of them! Kara you are so heartwarming, thankful and cheerful. You made me smile and laugh at the same time. It was also so awesome seeing you on your own doing you and all the planning and doing finally after so many years. Please more of these. I am going to smile the rest of the day for sure. Congratulations also of course.
Aunties who don't have their own children are the best in my book! I grew up with a couple and so did my children. Throughout all phases of life they have just been the best support and friends!
It's a VERY mature realization to recognize having children isn't everyone's destiny. That's awesome that Kara and Nate are weighing that option very seriously.
Yes yes yes! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Absolutely
I love Kara and Nate together but I also love being able to see their personalities outside of their relationship. I can't watch this until after work so my Mom and I can watch together but I'm soo excited for this one!
I agree!
How much do we love Kara's dad?! I can't recall if Kara has brother(s) but LOVE how he handles (potential) tears in reaction to anything. Good man, but we knew that...
The modeling of the clothes, acting in place of Nate was hilarious. Congrats on your cute nephew. You guys would be awesome parents but love you no matter what your decision is.
Just wanted to say, that I had 2 separate flights today to visit family. Because of you guys, I brought a box of chocolates to both flights, and the flight attendants were ecstatic. Thank you guys for giving the advice and letting me make someone's day! Don't ever change, I watch your videos religiously and hope to travel one day to even half the places that you guys have been!
YES 💯💛💝🍫 doesn’t it feel so good?! I love seeing their reaction 🥰 a thanks for sharing!!
@@TheShauNanigans I found a box of Russell Stovers assortment chocolates, and I figured the crew could just share them
Kara crying about them not letting her pay exceeds my "wholesome content" meter today. ❤️❤️❤️
When your dad said .. "ok don't cry, but" ... I FELT THAT. Anything to do with the car, good or bad, makes me cry too! I get it!
Aw your dad is amazing, "don't cry," he knows you and it is so apparent he loves his baby girl! Great video! Sending love from Denton TX!
Ahhh! I had to edit this comment; what a blessing you found in that shop that fixed your wheel! I love seeing the good in the world through your eyes! I'd cry too. Wow!
It’s so cool to hear Kara’s southern accent come through a little stronger after spending some time at home. ❤️
It’s true 🤠
I've never realised this as you're always together in your vlogs, but Kara is definitely the funny one 😂 I have laughed more than usual at this episode
😂😂😂 same here, lol. 🥰🥰 She made my Wednesday. ,🥰.
i really love kara and nate like watching them makes me heart so warm and happy every video, i love how her hometown accent always comes out a little bit extra when she’s been at home 🥰🥰
Oh Kara this is the most emotional video, the angels are watching you during this trip. Those amazing people you met just made me cry and seeing you alone made me more emotional but you did amazing..
Kara, I can just imagine you saying "they're not going to want to watch me drive across the country after you just climbed a whole mountain in Africa" but literally YOU MAKE THE VIDEOS. Nate does too, and you have your magic together, but YOU are so wonderful and entertaining and such a good storyteller that I think we'd all watch you do anything!
Kara, I validate your thoughts and feelings for whether to have a baby or not. I was certain that we would change our minds when we turned 30 and then again at 35 but… the older I got, the more I saw my friends struggle with their kids, money, relationships… and I had be strong in my decision that not having a baby was the right choice despite pressure from society. Hold strong and listen to your gut! I have had a life of freedom, independence, travel, love and not regretting not having a baby at all. I’m now 45. You will know what’s right for you!
i've always been a firm believer in "everything you put out into the universe comes back to you" and you always are so sweet and caring and kind to everyone you meet, and it came back to you in the form of arlington & peggy
Ryan and Aylyn in Colorado here! 13 Years together and happily child free by choice! Loving your series! We have watched every episode from the beginning and are now finally caught up with you in real time. Congrats on your nephew! He's a cutie! We love being the cool aunt and uncle.
Just had my first baby at 36 after YEARS of not knowing if I wanted a baby. The only thing I can say is that I have absolutely no regrets about taking my time and traveling the world first. Also, I’m glad I was a solid yes before deciding to become a parent because this is the most challenging phase of life I’ve ever gone through. That being true I have zero regrets. Long story short take your time and wait until it’s a solid yes for you and Nate. If you never get there that’s cool too! Not everyone needs to parent. Nieces and nephews are magic. Congrats to you and your sister 🥰
Wait until teenagehood... I was thinking, "Why you little entitled &%$#@... I could drop kick you for complaining about the internet not being fast enough when I had to go to the library to read actual books for school!"
Then I call up my parents and apologize for complaining that they wouldn't drive me to the library when I had a perfectly good bike...
This comment is everything!!
I went to check out Arlington automotive and the amount of love and 5 star reviews that are there from this video is amazing and truly heart warming!
Kara, its beautiful to see you being by yourself, strong and having a great time... like Nate!
When Kara had Hank in her arms it looked so sweet and lovely
Also, as someone your same age trying to figure out if I should have kids it's really refreshing to hear someone not be sure, bc I'm not sure. So thank you for being open about that!
I'm the same age and I got my tubes tied. Child free/awesome aunt is DEFINITELY a valid option!
Same here Mary 🙌🏼
Great video! And as someone who just celebrated her 20th anniversary in a childfree marriage, we can verify that it's a wonderful, loving life choice of its own, and my husband and I don't "miss" a thing. Based on what I've seen of you as a regular viewer over the last 4 years or so, I'm confident you two will know what's right when it's right.
This is the most supportive answer, bravo
I completely agree with you, Sarah. My husband and I also decided not to have children. There are lots of children in our lives (a nephew, children of friends) and we don’t feel like we’re missing anything. I’m glad that, more and more, we are living in a time when people’s personal choices are respected.
Kara: whatever choice you and Nate will be the right for you and we’ll support it.
Yep, 14 years no kids and it works for us. We are basically obsessed with our niece and nephew but it just didn't ever feel like something we wanted enough and kids deserve to be wanted.
I love how u still call ur dad daddy ur like never to old for a daddy that’s amazing
This was so wholesome and fun! So grateful for people like Rusty and that sweet lady to check in on you.
Man I have never laughed so hard until I watched Kara try to dress and act like Nate for the J.crew portion. I think she nailed it. LOL and then I cried so hard that that sweet man would not take Karas money for her tire. Then there was Peggy who just had to check up on Kara. There are so many nice people out there. Sending all the best wishes to your sister and her precious family.
I love that you are being so nice and I think Kara really appreciated the sweet comment😊
Kara you really know how to entertain yourself and have fun.
I love how Kara just naturally slips into her southern accent when talking to locals 😀
I lost my daddy four years ago. I'd call him for everything....when you said 'hey daddy' it just made me lose it. I'm so glad your tire was fixed by honest people.
Cherish the folks you love! 💕
Another daddy's girl here. 8 feel ya
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I just lost my dad last week. I'm so lost without him.
I LOVE how your dad was like pls don’t cry 😂😂😂😂
I just stopped in because I saw you were heading from Nashville. I don’t have any intention or desire to travel alone, but I have daughters that do so I will pass to you the #1 advice a friend of mine gave me that he instills in his Daughter as well. Ever since then I have Always made sure that I keep nitrogen in my tires instead of air. You don’t ever have to worry about the tires fluctuating air pressure (in cold and warm weather) and if it does go down, you can bet it needs to looked at. Also, so glad you found Arlington, TN and got food while you were there. I don’t like to go to Memphis by myself, so I try not to. I suppose the crime rate is high in most major cities. Glad you found a trustworthy someone to let you spend the night where you were safe. Safe travels. ❤️
This alone time with Kara feels like big sister talks, I really love it
My husband just peeked over my shoulder as I was watching this and said 'she's drinking and driving and talking" with a twinkle in his eye and a smile on his face. Oh Kara, I am crying right along with you!!! God is watching over you! Actually having a baby is a personal decision and honestly no one's business but yours and Nate's. I loved going on this trip with you!!
i think you guys would be the best parents ever. your kid/s would be so loved and would learn so much from you both
I'm writing this as I watch, but your reaction to your nephew's birth and being able to hold him for the first time is so, so, so cute and is EXACTLY how I reacted to my nephew! Congrats to all!! Also- we all need a dad like yours, who'll come and give you a hand when something goes wrong (thankfully I have one, shout out to mine lol). As someone who struggles to do things like travel alone and do things like eat and film in public alone, seeing you do it somehow makes me feel more comfortable and open to doing it! There are so many kind, helpful people out there too!
This video made me miss my dad so much! I love your relationship with your dad Kara treasure him while you have him!
I’ll keep that in mind when he is being weird and annoying 🥰 Seriously though he’s pretty great!
Lost mine recently, so I totally agree 👍
I love seeing Kara just being herself. I can relate being emotional when it comes to emotional things lol. I can hardly talk about anything sad, or happy without crying, and her dad is super adorable too! Both when he went there to take care of her tire "Now don't cry Kara" and when she called about the guy not having her pay for her fixed tire "Did you cry?" they were all in comments filled with love. He knows his daughter is just extra in tune with her emotions and supports her for it
Kara your dad seems like the sweetest man on earth, loved hearing you guys interact. So much kindness in this video is sure to inspiring so many! I believe God had a plan with that tire! I felt the same way about kids until my sister made me a aunt and I started to see it more for myself. If its now, in 5 years or never trust in Gods plan for you and Nate. Children are truly a gift from God and what a blessing little Hank is!
Your dad is an absolute rock star!
Moments of kindness like you experienced mean so much more these days when everyone seems to be so cold and keep to themselves. Loved seeing you take this trip on with such a positive attitude. Keep it up, Kara!!
kara ur relationship with ur dad makes me so emotional. he honestly sounds like the most loving man any daughter could ask for. i never got that personally, but seeing other people relationships fills my heart. sending love
OMG, you were just so tired, and emotional, and I started crying too. Oh Rusty, so sweet 💓
My husband and I never really thought about having kids...it was always "maybe some day far in the future"...until my dr encouraged us to talk about it when we were in our early 30s. We ended up deciding that we didn't feel any void in our family and our life was best suited for no kids. We're 36 now and I'm still happy to have the option to not have kids. No one has ever pressured me to feel any different and everyone's journey looks different.
I feel like we get to know the two of you more personally and hear more of what's inside your head when you're alone, since now we're the other person with you. It's an interesting change and I like it! Keep the videos coming!
I’m really glad to see Kara being independent and experiencing some solo trips. I always get a lil anxious doing trips alone. But afterwards, makes me feel so strong.
My thoughts too !! She’s brave ♥️
Kara, you are an absolute inspiration. I have so many goals in life (full time travel being a huge one!), but I've always felt that my time to achieve them has been limited, that I'd have to squeeze all these plans into a few short years before settling down to start a family. Only a few months ago did I come to the realisation that I don't have to; I can live my life, for myself, for as long as I want. It's been the biggest relief, recognising that (contrary to popular belief) I don't have some biological timeframe counting down the days until I have to give these dreams up. There is so much stigma around women choosing not to have children, so hearing you speak up about it as even a possibility for you and Nate is so inspiring. Thank you for speaking about it so openly.
Awww, I love your dad! He's so sweet... "don't cry..."
I’m not normally an emotional guy but just seeing Kara cry because of the goodness of one random persons kindness really hit me hard. 😭
I never comment on videos, but I just want to thank you for being vulnerable in talking about being okay not having kids. As someone who is also in the same boat it’s refreshing to see! Keep on thriving ❤️
My dad died in august 2021 so hearing you say daddy makes me tear up.
Love you kara and Nate.
i love yours and your dad’s relationship!!! it’s so sweet
YES! Nothing wrong with choosing to be child free. When I was younger, I thought, sure, yes, I will do the whole kid thing. As I got older (late teens, early 20's, and so on-I'll be 37 in 2 months) I realized while I enjoy other people's kids (I LOVE my nieces and nephew not to mention my non-bio ones), I enjoy my life too much to add my own kid into the mix. There's nothing wrong with choosing to have kids versus choosing not to have kids. It's a personal choice and NO ONE should have to defend said choice.
And while I do not feel the need to defend myself, I do offer that I am rewarded enough hearing that my nieces/nephew/friends' kids love spending time with me/us. We're fun. We let kids do what they want (within reason). We talk to them as if they are adults (this is something my husband remembers from his childhood so he's made it a point to never let kids feel like we treat them as just kids).
Despite what some people say (I have heard it countless times), your life can be completely fulfilling without having kids. Just do you. If you and Nate are happy with your life as-is, know that that is okay. If you both decide it's time to have kids, that's fine too. Don't let anyone ever make you feel bad about what you decide!
The childfree life has been perfect for us. So much more freedom for travel, experiences, sports cars, early retirement, early paid off house, the list goes on. Definitely enjoying just being the cool aunt and uncle.
Agree. 😊😉
I traveled for 5 years, i loved it. But having kids over traveling is the best choice i ever made...for me. But a sacrifice. And not for everyone.
I traveled the most after I had my kids. They mostly came with.
Same.
Yes! So happy not to have kids lol. No offense to anyone that has children of course.
Its so cute how she still calls her dad daddy!😍
I think a lot of people have learned in this pandemic that space is essential for a couple to be able to provide their relationship with the rejuvenation and reinvention it needs from time to time. It's like a reboot. Hope the absence made the heart grow even fonder!
Kara, I'm very proud of you. You didn't "skip a beat"...You took this stretch of this adventure by yourself.
I'm so glad your dad was there when you discovered your tire was low...to that very kind and generous man in the Arlington tire store and finally Peggy, just " checking on you" on that dark road heading to your night stay. ( You were surrounded by love and sweet angels along your route.- ) Awesome!!♥️♥️♥️
28:05 "If I accidentally got pregnant tomorrow... well, Nate's in Greece so that would be weird" 🤣🤣🤣 Dying over here!!!
Hank is older now. Wonderful you got to fully experience him, his energy. Yip Hank.
I totally relate to the back-and-forth about deciding to have kids. My partner and I waited about 10 years before making the decision, and it was definitely the right choice for us. Adjusting to parenthood after being just the two of us for so long was a big change, but we love our little family 🙂
Thank you Kara for being so sensitieve and showing us that crying is okay, even if it's about little things in life. Representation is so important. So from the bottom of sobbing heart, thank you ❤
The fact that that random man wouldn't let you pay, shows you being a genuinely good person "pays off" only reason I quote that is because if you are, you don't have to try! Beautiful moment ❤
Think this may be my fave TH-cam video ever. You’re amazing and hilarious. Been bingeing all ya videos today.
And now I’m crying too. Gosh some ppl are lovely
I also talk to my gps in a cranky way coz she wrrrong
And I cried at the end.
Wow! Solo Kara is SUCH a stream of consciousness!
Me and my husband have been together for nearly eleven years and we’re one of the final members of each of our families to not have children and sometimes our families get more offended that we don’t want to have children. We’ve been watching your guys channel from the beginning for the last two months and it’s really inspired us to make going and traveling a priority instead of something we just talked about and thought would happen one day. Even if that’s traveling to a city in the US we’ve never been to is making all the hard work we do worthwhile. With those dreams of traveling coming to fruition having children is becoming an even distant thought than ever before. It’s a great thing we enjoy each other’s company and can’t wait to keeping every day of the rest of our lives together.