Day in the Vanlife - Did I Just Make a HUGE Mistake?
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- Day in the vanlife of a guy living out of a cargo van in the city of Calgary, Alberta. Tackling a project that was started in the last video after some chinese parts failed - plus, was sacrificing THIS in order to get THAT a good idea?
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My name is Matthew and I live in a van. I lost my job due to "cut backs" from the pandemic of 2020 and decided to seriously restructure my life. I am also a single dad who needed to find a solution that would allow me to remain in my daughter's life and plan for her future. After tons of research into #vanlife, I knew it was for me.
From March 2021 until October 2021 I spent my days building out my Chevrolet Express 2500, which came to be known as "Lucky" and as of October 18, 2021 I have been living in Lucky full time.
The build was done with almost no experience on my end and I used the one incredible tool I had at my disposal - the internet - to learn what I needed to build Lucky into a very comfortable tiny home.
I have always had a bit of a passion for being in front of the camera and really enjoy capturing the world around us. This really played into how I was feeling after almost a year of working from home when I "commuted" from the bedroom to the couch. I was starting to feel extremely unhealthy, unmotivated and despondent. I HATED that, and that's not a word I like to throw around. This new lifestyle gives me opportunities I just didn't have before and I am so excited to be able to share it all with you.
I truly believe we all have the capabilities to turn our lives around, should we choose to do so - and if I can inspire you to shoot for something better then I have done a decent job and that will keep me going.
There is more to life than the consume, consume, spend, spend lifestyle I feel we have all been conditioned to follow and I just want to do the best I can for myself first and foremost. Our time is limited and I do not want to waste another second on a lifestyle that doesn't bring me joy!
Be Happy, Be Creative, Be Yourself and BE POSITIVE! - บันเทิง
WHEREVER you may be in the world, at this moment in time, REMEMBER, being here on this CHANNEL, watching this VLOG, at this moment in time, is the best place you can BE!😊
Yesssss
You got that right!
@@tinafeatherston5129😉
Agreed!!! ❤❤❤
You should never “sacrafice” correct spelling for cheap click bait! 😉
“Old Mathew” will be very grateful that “young Mathew” is getting regular exercises
Very true 👍👍👍👍🇨🇦 and looking after his back 👍
PLEASE remember, ALL you gorgeous people out there, to hit that LIKE button, because everyone likes to be LIKED right!😊
Of course we do!
“Reincarnated PlayStation 5” For whatever reason….that cracked me up! 🤣🤣🤣
I am an 80-year-old fan of yours! Why? That’s a good question. I raised four sons and am married to the same man I wed when I was 18. Maybe your videos help me figure out all of that teaterone I lived with all of these years. You make me laugh.
Well done girl, you deserve a medal!😊
Cheers from Australia. 😃
Brooklyn will look fondly back on bike rides with her Daddy when she's a grown woman.
Imagine a "boy" your age getting excited over a new bike 😂 No way!! Of course it is another way to spend awesome quality time with Brooklyn 💞
Matthew what a smart use of resources regarding buying your bike!😎
Did you hear the Allison Parliament, the person that invented the ducks on a jeep just passed away? Now it will mean even more to jeep owners.
Ducked 2 jeeps today 😊
Nope pickles do not need refrigeration even after they are open. They survive in pickle barrels all the time. Love the bike❤
Perfect way to end the day, The Penny Show, guest starring the great and hilarious Matthew!! Thanks for sharing your day. 23 work days straight, i took the 24th...today...and took my grandson to the river for kayaking and fishing. 98°f, there wasnt a better place to be🎉 Happy traveling Matthew🤗
Pickles don’t require refrigeration but always use a clean utensil to retrieve the pickles so you don’t contaminate them with germs.
But they are sooo tasty cold😁
Yes some do, Any jar in the stores cooler section and even Bicks and Vlasic say refrigerate after opening, not sure what brand you have where you are.
Not advisable, bacterial growth, should keep refrigerated.
@@karolmolitor4675If the pH of pickles is low enough, they're fine outside of the fridge. It's the same with most commercially produced mayo.
Never miss a van life plus video .. now you gotta name your bike 😊
You CAN put bread in the toaster upside down; one slice up, one slice down, and they should go in all the way....
So cute- “Getaway Girl” tucked in behind Daddy bike. “Seamus”? “Captain Jack”? “Murphy “ (as I Dropkick🤣). Definitely have to go with the Irish pirate motif 🍀
Matthew you'll have to get a basket for Ms Penny❤
The longer vlog has returned yay!
I thought I was the only one who was afraid that the bike tires would explode on me. 😂 Glad you got the lights installed. Did you mark it off Matthew’s Future Problems. 😂 ❤
"Oh my gosh that came out so fast!" Thats what he said!😂🤣😂
LUV that you purchased a bike for yourself in order to ride along with Lil Brooklyn!🎉👧🚲 ...I'll say it again, YOU ARE A BEAUTIFUL SOUL Matthew!👍🤗💖😇.
AND it's GREAT 4 U 2!☺️
Jack sprocket the pedal pirate.
Now, all you need is an inflatable kayak and a glider, to complete your transportation bingo card. :D
There is handsome Matthew with adorable penny! 😍
I really like your new redo van built. It’s seems to support your life style in a more balanced manner. Congratulations 🎈
Sourdough makes really good grilled ham n cheese or tuna too..then dip in ranch..yumm...Mathew PLEASE get both of you helmets for bike riding. Helmets work when fit correctly :-) :-) Its what saved my noggin when we were hit n run on our motorcycle. Still got a brain injury but it would have probably crushed my noggin without it. Have short term memory now. Telling you because we love you both.
Hello Matthew and Penny! Enjoyed celebrating my Birthday around the same time as your party!
Hi Naomi sweetie, good evening!😃
@@TheLeopardGirl Good evening! Hope you are well.
NICE job on the lights!👍🚙 ...and the duck'in the Jeep!🤗💖☺️🎉
Hello Matthew and Penny! Church ran late again and it rained on the kids heads.
If you buy a bike at crappy tire, just ask the service station if you can use their air. I've always had luck with them
🥒 In my local market, pickles, sit in a big barrel, that is not plugged in with any cord in front of the deli counter😊 as long as you eat them within a few days (5/6) and the van is not too hot. It should be fine…. I run a hurricane FEMA shelters for a living and our pickles are usually OK! Because we never have electricity😂👍🏻👍🏻
👋👋Hi Matthew and Penny 👋👋
Seems to me that auto parts stores would sell any and all items and tools needed for any specific job 🤔 awe, foiled by the ole marketing concept 😤
Goodnight Darlins..❤
Good evening Matthew & pretty Penny. When you asked her if she wanted cookies & opened the bag, my dog perked up looking for his cookies.
Subscribed, getting notifications ...and LIKED this video/vlog!👍🤗💖😇. ALWAYS for the 'WIN'!🎉.
Canadian Tire has some decent bikes at a fair price. Just make sure you look everything over. Tighten nuts and bolts, and check to make sure the cables are properly adjusted.
Next purchase - camera mount for bike.
Hi Matthew and Penny! I hope you're setting a good example for Brooklyn by wearing a helmet when biking! Keep smiling!
Hi Matthew and Penny! I tried to think of a name for your bike, and since it looked like it was black I went to The Black Pearl. But since she's not that big I thought The Mini Pearl.....and immediately thought of the way back country comedienne Minnie Pearl. 🙄😂 This is probably why my cars never get names.😂
Hey Matthew and Penny
Oh Gosh, now you need a phone mount for the bike, so you have both hands free to maneuver! Glad the wiring worked out for the jeep lights, I was about to panic. God bless Matthew & Penny!
I did that same starter replacement and had to use like 2 extensions and a swivel to get to that bolt up top, lol.
I enjoy starting my day watching your videos. Don't change a thing! I love being on your journey and seeing Canada through your lens. An expat in Israel.
Hey Matthew, those turkey pacs are re sealable at the bottom of the package and peel towards the top! Just helping you avoid a future Matthew problem😎🤙
The bike aka dingy😅
After spending a crazy night of wicked thunder, lightening, insane rain, and just overall cold stormy camping night in my camper van, in BC? Im watching this while drinking hot coffee i did not make in the rain, and decided on a stay cation lol!
Happy Canada Day Everyone One! Safe travels Mathew & Penny!
Hi Matt! I leave my pickles out all the time! I rather them at room temperature, so I never refrigerate them! I have never gotten sick! 😋
6:08 i love this jam!!! Pretty close to how i feel about myself!!
Matthew you should name the bike Roger like the Lucky Roger lol.
Helmet. Daddy daughter helmets. Protect those noggins
I like first then watch,it’s just what you do! Thanks Matt it’s always a pleasure to watch you ,your family and friends!
Thanks for watching!
My town’s public library (Ontario) has a “lending library”. It’s basically a few cabinets that have various items to borrow. Crockpots, DVD players, and of course… small tools. Does your local library have something like that? It would be better to check before dropping another $60 at Crappy Tire for an item you’ll only need once.
Matthew you reminded me of the days when you could leave your bike unattended and it’s still there when you got back not a habit to practice here in the lower 48. 😂 love your channel hope to get back to Canada soon.
Always check and channel you are subscribed to, to check and hit the like button.
Great video. I really enjoy the hangout and do chores with Matthew videos. ❤
Inspired by a previous comment…..the appropriate name for the bike would be Black Beard.
Or "Noir" the pirate prince!😉
Go get the Ryobi battery powered air pump.
Not a bad idea!
You should keep a portable air-compressor in Grace for topping off the tires. The 12v types almost always come with different tips so you can also inflate bicycle tires, basketballs, floaties, etc. IMO, it's much better than using the gas station pumps.
Nooooo ... your first off-road and those lamps will be toast! They stick out just tempting every branch and bush ...
I find myself eating when you’re cooking or eating and I get hankering for tacos❤
Can't believe you can leave your bike alone without it being nicked x
Consistent cycling will get you into moderate shape fairly quick. But the key is consistency. I dialed it back a bit because my thighs were starting to get a little too buff🤣
Nothing wrong with buff thighs on a guy!🤩
Congratulations on your new bike Matthew xx
Penny needs her own carrier for your bike.
I really enjoyed this video. Thanks for the entertainment.
Hi Matthew.
Good job finagling your finances to benefit both you and the pirate princess. You are a great dad.
PS…you are never too old.😊
Please be sure to ALWAYS wear a helmet riding your bike. A fall happens in a split second and you will never be able to prevent your head making contact with the pavement. 🙏🙏🙏😊
The Bodygard"..that shoul be the name of my KID bike. After all thet is what he will be using it the most: to look after Beautiful Broklyn. BLESSINGS
I love "everything" bagel hummus and just the thought of it has me craving some either everything flavored or my absolute favorite spinach/ artichoke flavored. unfortunately I forgot to get some the other day at the store. Sounds like a future Michael problem and I'll make sure to add it to my grocery list once I'm done watching this.✌🏼
Great video as always, in regards to spicy (sauces etc.), put some honey/maple Syrup/sugar on it and it is much smoother on the palate, that's why sweet chilli sauce works...lol...sweet with the spicy, I find lime juice works too.
Hi Matt and Penny, Ray from Wisconsin here!
Awesome video as always 😊. Steak fajitas 😋😋😋😋
Please get a helmet.
Okay Karen. Calm down 😂😂😂
You should get one of those foldable bike
Helmets are required when riding a bike in BC.
Mathew I hated broccoli till I went and tried it steamed it's lovely
Don't make the same mistake i
did : ADJUST your seat-height
to your body-size NOW !!
I put it off when i started riding
& 2 weeks later my knees were
Soooo SORE !😠!
There's plenty of videos : SEEing
is faster than words.
You might also consider a shock
absorbing seatpost if the stock
post is @ its limit due to your height.
Start slow , every 2-4 days. My
BEST Health-years are the ones
when i routinely cycled ( better
stamina , NO colds🤧 )
HAPPY CYCLING , you've got the
BEST riding partner 💛👧💛
☘🍀just another LUCKY day🍀☘
No you don’t have to refrigerate pickles after they’re opened. The vinegar is a natural preservative. Same with mustard and hot sauce. 👍🏻
Still seeing jeeps but not close enough to see if they have their " ducks in a row"😊
Ridind a bike is amazing! You will love it, do good for the body and self steam. But guessing your new "Mathew problems" will be how make videos while riding with both hands.😮😂 Be careful. Love your video. ❤😊
Matthew, with your new bike, you might want to ride in the park and build up your stamina to 30 minutes to 60 minutes….
It will work on your legs, back …. It’s good to practice and build up….
Shlepping a floor standing pump is necessary most likely
I don't imagine you can see much of your brake lights with both of those bikes on the back of your Jeep. It would suck if someone ran into the back of you...
It’s great to see you on a bike but…Helmets are not optional when riding bikes. Our family puts thousands of miles on bikes yearly and we would never ride without our helmets. My son went down a few weeks ago and cracked his helmet like an egg but he walked away with bruises and scrapes.
You’re very welcome big guy! You’re the best on TH-cam! Hello miss Penny wanting to drive today do ya? No matter where you go you have a fan base! Can’t wait to see you bike with the Pirate Princess one day! You stay Safe, Stay Cool, Stay yourself! Love it!
enjoy your video's Matt
i think there is options to make regular bike into e bike or at least assisted power. something that might be worth looking into.
Great bike 😊
I've said-asked this before ...
I wish there was a way we could see what music U use in your videos . Artist-song title etc.
I used Shazam app on my iPhone to find the music! You press a button and it listens to it and brings up the song and artist!
🎉 Awesome I've met you way to go
👍👍
Again I goof awesome bike
Take the offer from one of the companies and I suggest electric bike Mathew. Love your vids watched from the start .
I can't believe they dont set the bike up for you.
thanks..
Your new bike looks like fun! You need a helmet though. And I think you should let Brooklyn name The Bike. Penny, as always, is the star of the show. I was listening carefully when you were explaining the wiring thing...and got confused when you were talking about the reset switch, battery, auxiliary, thingy. Which is okay because I will likely never need to know that information. Enjoy your new travel opportunities with Brooklyn.
Now I know why some guys have all kinds of tools
WOW look at you Matthew...went from a hobby where you sit on yours loins to one wher one can get out in the great outdoors and get fresh air AND exercise👍🏻 🤜🤛 👏👏👏 WIN WIN
If you know Matthew you know he never sits still for long, in fact he goes for walks in the outdoors every day to help his back.😊
Congrats on your new bike! Hope you make awsome memories with it. by the way.... you should give penny some deli meat cats love it.
Hi Matthew. Had you known Buying wipers at Cdn tire they install for Free. Therefore, I deduce they might put FREE Air in your expensive bike.
On another note: I think the cargo trailer idea is getting closer to fruition...
Will you be the guy in the van, pulling the Jeep, pulling the trailer ...
Now, that would be
"Quality Content
Can't wait..🤣🤣
🤣