Van Tour Inspirational Solo Woman Living in a NO BUILD MINIVAN! | No-Build Van Life
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- Joan describes herself as a “full time wheelchair user...living part-time in her minivan!"
Now Joan is starting a new journey. Get inspired by her life and get some amazing information on accessible activities along the way.
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Hi Bob, thank you for this video. Seeing how many more steps this woman has to take to live the lifestyle she chooses is very inspirational. Those of us who have the full use of all our physical capabilities are fortunate. My daughter was injured severely in an auto accident at age 18, 20 years ago now. Watching her and others persevere and live life mistakes and all, makes me endeavor every day to live a life with no excuses. One step forward and 2 steps back, but we make progress nontheless. Wow, fear can paralyze us more than physical disability. I've learned a lot from your channel, thank you. ✌
She's so freaking cool. So many people want to live vanlife but they're not because while they're disabled by their fears. This woman is challenged physically, but her faith has allowed her mind to soar and she's putting actions behind her dreams. May we all have that level of faith, if not in a God, at least in ourselves.
I pray that she receives an incredible blessing of the right vehicle for her that would improve her life. She is such a sweet lady. Wishing her all the best in her journey.👍🙏
Thanks for doing this Bob. I live a million miles away in a different continent, but these videos inspire a lot.
She has a beautiful soul.
Hopefully she can get into a small schoolie with a lift already in it. I sure appreciate her positivity and bravery in coming down here on a solo trip. Great video.
I too am in a chair. Thank you Joan for your spirit and courage. I been in the hunt for a small bus with a lift. My chair is 367 lbs,. and I'm 250#. I think I can do it and will some day soon.
Harry lots of luck.
She is an inspiration for everyone! She need’s subscribers to promote her channel! There is no one like her. So positive. Love her!!!
She has quite the ministry! Way to be an inspiration!
Great vid, disabilities take extra time, energy, and accommodating environments that we have to create to participate so its wonderful that she started a YT channel. Thank you Bob for this inclusive video, feels like acceptance into a community of like minded people, makes me more committed to what my heart wants to do...hit the road.
Wow, fabulous video what an amazing woman to live like she does you have just inspired me to think about my life style too good luck to you.😊😊❤
She made me smile on how much love and light in her life! Thank you for sharing her video
❤️JOAN❤️
I met this remarkable woman last year at Quartzsite! Such a godly, kind and strong woman!!!!! So good to see you on here...glad you came back down for the winter!!!❤️
She's an awesome example to all of us.
Yes! A mighty example!❤
well said. encouraging!
Brave Warrior. All the best!
very inspiring by Joan and her Story, heading over to her Channel now, thanks for introducing her and allowing her to Share her Story, thumbs up and thanks for sharing with us.
Thank you for bring such an important message to us all , this lady goes to show if you have a disability you can still live life to the max.
Another amazing inspirational super human friend of Bobs'. Thank you! I have been debating changing to this life style for a long time and thought that my occasional dependence on a wheel chair made it impossible. No more. I am back to making plans. Hi Cody
She's awesome.
Bob thanks for bringing a terrific video about an amazing woman who shows how to overcome pretty much any obstacle in her life. VERY STRONG FAITH.
Hey Joan, that was a great interview, blessed to call you my friend
Thanks Wendy
Wonderful lady. Safe travels
It was really interesting to see how she gets in the van and the lift for the wheelchair. Best of luck to her in her new adventures. Hopefully before too long she will find a vehicle that will better suit her needs.
Inspirational!
My nephew has a foldable wc and it takes less room inside of his car. It is very strong, but compact and easy to handle. I wish her well.
Amazing, what an inspiration to all nomads!
Much love to everyone and their families from the Coyote grocery store in Quartzsite Az USA 🏵️🤠
Awesome lady! 💖
Nice setup! I know the extra work she has to do is well worth it to have independence. She can go and do what she wants when she's ready without having to be dependent on someone else to help. Admiration!
This woman is awesome. I have bad legs, but I can walk a little bit. I tried to camp in my small SUV. It just didn`t work. So, I bought a small trailer. But with the trailer, I only get eleven miles per gallon. This lady has it going on. If I meet her, I would like her to teach me how I can do better. I will be full time next month, I hope to meet her or someone like her.
Praying the best for you Joan! Of course God will continue to guide you! 🥰♥️
Amazing woman. I love her "Can do" attitude.
Another good video bob great story
Inspirational.
Thank you Mr. Wells.. you make a difference. Awesome interview. Very spiritual.
#Grateful Love ❤️ you guys, thank you so much ❤️ #mahalo God is good 👍 🙏
The window covers by weather tech great idea , I was hoping someone came out with that idea I had black curations made twice for different vehicles worked well but a little more insulation is always welcome .
What an inspiration! Thank you Joan.
holy cow that is brutally honest stuff god bless.
Im definitely subscribing to het channel, im in a wheelchair myself looking into get a van.
She is amazing!
Thanks once again Bob, for showcasing Joan and her articulate, inspirational story of resilience in the face of life's challenges, and joy of travel.
Wow she is amazing thanks for this
This was so interesting to watch... I know she is planning for a larger vehicle - Wonder if installing a smaller passenger jumpseat or removing it all together, having a custom modular removable cabinet system & a compact rugged folding wheelchair would help with space management if she ends up keeping this vehicle? - Thanks for sharing
Brave girl . I can do all things through God who strengthen me.
Now thats one courageous lady there!, do hope she enjoys the life style & hopefully ends up w/somewhat a larger vehicle in the future!🤗...
Thank you for sharing 💞
Whatever vehicle you choose make sure you have inside access to the cab to leave immediately. I agree with wipes...feels like sticky residue to me! Would use only for periodic hygiene/toilet use. Like you I like a wet washcloth better.
Good vid .as usual.we learn from anyone & everyone...amen
Amen
Awesome.
Awesome Lady, and, Just Subscribed as Well!!!
Great video x
Great interview! Very inspirational!
Just an idea for finding space for the wheelchair: Maybe she could remove the passenger side front seat.
Nice!
Maybe a small ramp equipped school bus conversion?
A short handicap bus with a lift would work great.
Stay safe.
I gave away the lift on my short bus I had. If ever she needs a lift in another vehicle, maybe look for those building out a bus who may be removing there's anyway. Also the ADA often helps w the cost of a lift. Holy molley, $40000for a lift is ridiculous.
Well I guess that proves than anybody can do it. But she does make a very valid point about financial the fact that she has some sort of obviously free medical coverage as well as a big settlement has helped her and even though probably from what I get out of it the settlement is dwindling down it still takes money. To make the the initial leap into this lifestyle. If she was struggling financially like most of us on disability are doing I don't know how easy it would have been for her to get on the road. I love to see later a follow-up video and see how she is doing. She's has a great attitude and I hope she can find a rig that will really work for her and I also hope that she is taking advantage of the caravans that way she won't have to travel alone all the time. She is Canadian so obviously she's snowbirds down but maybe eventually she will do you doing it full-time. I will try to remember her in my prayers and I appreciate her willingness to talk about her strong faith. Best to her.
There's always an excuse not to follow your dreams if you're looking for one. As long as you have a vehicle, you can do van life. People are living this life on $500 a month. And anyone in the US on disability also has medical insurance.
I am not in a wheelchair as of yet but was in almost the same scenario. I was in a truck accident. The driver hit a guardrail on my side and I had to be cut out of it and flown to a hospital. My life was not where it should have been and I was going down a wrong road for sure with drinking and the wild life. I have always been a believer yet I see now that the Lord was giving me small signs that I needed to slow down and I wasn't listening. It took me almost dying before I saw what he meant. As the truck was flipping over and over I saw my grandson's face. I know the Lord was telling me he needed me. Since the accident in 2016 I have stopped drinking, his mother left him the day after I got back from RTR in my minivan and then in October of 2021 she was killed in a car accident. So I had to take over the mother position for a while. That being said, things have gotten so much better for he and I . My son has a beautiful new home in a very good school district, a fiance and a new baby on the way. I still get my grandson normally three days a week if I want. So, I now have the freedom to RESTART my van travels. God is good! ❤️🙏
God is so Good!!!!
Please tell her that she can find a way better deal under 10k here and Los Angeles for a motorhome and then she can get a better deal for a lift
Can the passenger seat be removed for her wheelchair?
Could you fold the chair and strap it to the ceiling or take out a middle seat for the chair?
If she can do it than I need to stop making excuses for myself.
I can't find outspoken wheels on wheels.
Bob love you and your videos.
With love, go to Supercuts and get a shampoo, haircut and beard trim. You're hiding your handsome-ness. You don't want to look like a Yeti. 🤗♥️🙂🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀💖💖💖💖
It’s too bad she couldn’t get some sort of sprinter van and someone that could donate to build it out for her.
Which car insurance helped you get a good settlement ?
God is the light, keep your faith strong. Keep your eyes open for other opportunity for you that will show up.
Love you Bob, what happened to you. You need to comb your hair and get a roof over your head. I don't.mean to be offensive. Formerly lived your way. Everyone deserves a home. Some people prefer to live in a car van or RV. Good luck to you all !
Pray she is packing bc there no fast get away
VERY Inspiring!!
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What a beautiful human being, Joan deserves a larger living space to make life more comfortable for herself. Thanks so much Bob for interviewing this incredibly inspirational woman!
I really don't know why but it really does break my heart to see such beautiful woman in such a situation, my heart goes out to her and I hope that she gets more than just a minivan. I've lived in my minivan for almost four years and let me tell you I want out. Living in your minivan can be very fun and adventurous, but it can quickly turn into a very lonely and dark place, or dangerous depending on where you are. Even with my doggo. From Los Angeles California God bless.
Yes my thoughts exactly. Literally broke my heart. I would let her live with me in a second 😢
I don't think it would be that way with me. Every new city I would be exploring new things. I would just get on TH-cam and look up fun things to do in that city. I also love trying new foods so I would find interesting places to eat.
I understand where you both are coming from but people are usually reluctant to give up their independence. To me, she can travel on her own terms. Fortunately, Canada is much better than the US at caring for their elderly and disabled citizens.
Well said, I hate how van life is romanticized as the end all be all alternative to housing. Most of the people out there are there out of financial constraints vs wanting to explore. Sure, there are the few who happen to be minimalist travelers but the majority have done this out of poverty.
@@christined4842 You have a heart of gold Christine.
I so hope that she can get into a bigger van. What an inspiring woman!
She is a prime example of mind over matter! In life attitude is everything!
She finds gratitude even in her situation😊. We should all learn from her. Good things are coming her way
She has the same challenges in her van home as everyone. And has same as well! I applaud her courage! Have fun, Joan! Enjoy the adventure!
Joan is an amazing lady. I want to be as brave as her. Thanks for sharing her story with us. 💕
Hope everything works out for Joan and that she can continue this lifestyle for as long as she wants.
What a beautiful soul. Best of luck with your future plans. Safe travels ❤
I found your video today was watching it and I must commend you you’re very brave and I can only imagine your reasons for doing this, and one is to get the hell out of the house. I don’t blame you at all I know you haven’t done it full-time yet. I was considering selling my sticks and bricks and moving into my van or into a mobile home, but the reason I haven’t is because I see people having such a hard time finding a place to park and they really get into a tizzy when it breaks down and has to stay in the shop for couple Days. I think if I had a ton of money I would go buy property so that people could come and park their vans. Or there cars or whatever they’re living in and be able to live without having to move every night or every 14 days. I didn’t catch the name of your channel so I hope you find this message and give it to me. I thought you said it was wheels on wheels but I looked and I can’t find that. Hope I find you again.
I think her channel is Out Spoken wheels on wheels.
Bravo for your setup. I have been in my minivan for 3.5 years and still find ways to improve my setup bit by bit.
You are an inspiration!
If life gives you a lemon, make lemonade out of it. I love her attitude, her spontaneity, and her will to survive. Count your blessings and make your blessings count.
SO TRUE!
what an incredibly strong and creative Joan!! she must have incredible zest to live to manage this lifestyle and do so well. must be exhausting and challenging at times to move around in that small space while being disabled like Joan is! I just have enormous respect for what she accomplished! That is really living life to the full! Thanks Bob and Joan for another very inspiring story.
I am a 60 year old female
In a power chair that travels in my wheelchair 2010 dodge grand caravan. I have wire cubbies in the back in the hatch area for storage I have a built in platform for my bed and I understand what she means about claustrophobic! When my power chair is inside the van and the door is shut there is no space! I have to be acrobatic to use the Porta potty! I hope to be in Arizona in January 2024. I would love to meet you both out and about!❤👍🏻 Safe travels!
Super nice lady with a sweet smile, and a great attitude about life. If Joan can do this, then the majority of people definitely can do it too. I wish her all the best and hope that she was able to get a larger van that would give her some more living space.
Thanks for this interview! I look forward to learning more about Joan's journey from her YT channel.
Very inspiring, indeed! The optimism and outlook on life, the simplicity of living.
Joan is an inspiration!.....Happy to see that her channel has grown to nearly 700 subscribers!💕👊
What an inspirational woman! Great attitude and one we all need to have towards life. Mindset is everything! ❤
Very inspirational, Bob does a great job. She is such a powerful person very nice to see her out sharing her life. Thanks to both.
Amazing woman of faith. I too am disabled but at my age life in a senior community suits me best. Your grand adventure is beyond me reach but you go girl!
Remove the passenger seat for the wheelchair so you have the entire back to yourself.
Wow, I admire her so much. I hope a bigger van comes her way. Thanks for sharing. 😊
She is one very strong and brave Lady!!! Bless her!!
Very inspiring!
Adapt and overcome. Joan is doing exactly that.
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Such a neat lady!!
Good for her!
I’m praying this adventure will be a safe one, and totally enjoyable for her