Some of us don't have that option financially, unfortunately. Would love to be able to have a house and travel. Since I don't, I'm choosing the more affordable -- and more fun -- option!
It's just a money pit, not worth keeping if you enjoy traveling more. Sell & put that money away for future needs, let it build interest, there are many retirement home options.
@emart: inflation is devaluing money that was saved up for decades. Some people have not saved that long, but inflation causes lose to everyone.Inflation is worse than taxes.
Love her setup! I will be 79 next month and I go in my 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. Have a really bad back and I am slow but who cares, I have all the time I need!
Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
WOW Carol sure doesn't look 75 I thought she was a bit younger , I am 66 , Just goes to show age is only a number so live life the way you want and have fun as long as your able , Love her build and attitude .what a great set up with everything having its place , I love that water faucet going to have to find me one . fantastic work . Thanks for introducing us to Carol she is inspiring .
I have been dreaming about this for more than three years and still am not on the road. Transportation being the main issue, but I really want to do it. I will be 75 in Aug. my daughter keeps saying Mom you don’t need to be running all over camping you’re too old. I let her know that there are men and women in their 80’s and 90’s out there all ages are out having a good life. Am working on it. Hope to see you all on the road sometime soon.
We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. There are a few membership questions. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
I really appreciate that you have seniors on your channel alot. I'm an older senior and am waiting to be able to go to a women's meet up around Oklahoma. Thanks from Central Oklahoma.
Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
The van setup looks great, very organized. I have a house and a camper van. I want to eventually sell my house and build a smaller house just for a home base. Dreams...😉
Ive warched all of your videos & many others. Im in the process of purchasing a vehicle that will allow me to join in on this amazing adventure. My husband of 52 yrs passed this past November, my kids are all grown & live all over the country. Im ready. As soon as my doctor says i can go im gone 🤗♥️
Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
What's nice about van life, for women, in particular, you get freedom, from life's responsibilities, you have adventure, you meet people to befriend, you learn, you explore and, in and on. So often, we are told by society, being home, caring for family, is enough. Look at where women are today. We are a source to reckon with. More power to us all. This video was inspiring. If you are thinking about it, if you have the means to do it, if you have the time to do it then, just do it. What do you have to lose? You can, always, pack it in! Thank you. Watching from, Ontario 🇨🇦
Hi Carol!!! So nice to see you here❤️ I’m the one who stopped by to see your rig and told you about the laundromat 😂 I didn’t recognize you right away but knew your bedding - the sheet embroidered with your mother’s name 🤗 It was a great meetup and I hope I’ll see you again down the road! Mary
Awesome! I used to do my campervan, but I got sick & can no longer travel. So I’m living my life vicariously through everyone who can keep on keeping on, lol!
I hope this beautiful woman won't mind if I offer one correction. She said she's "not much of a carpenter". I DISAGREE! Wow what a FANTASTIC job she did with her build! This is INCREDIBLY well done and VERY inspiring. Ma'am, please don't sell yourself short. You're not only a great carpenter but you're also very resourceful and courageous. I may be younger than you are, but you are an absolute inspiration and I'm so grateful that I happened upon this video. Keep on keepin' on! Safe travels!
Enjoyed the tour, great setup with amazing touches like the window screens! The lined bin for shoes is fantastic, I need to do that, so simple... and cheap!
It's so good to see another convert👍! The experiences all told, seem to match up too. One thing I'll take away from this is that learning how to sew comes in handy😉.
Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
Thanks Jan. Love the ladies in the little cargo minivans. 🎉 I have a PMC, but get lots of ideas also from the Transit Connects, NV200s, & whatever the Mercedes is called. 🙃
Thank you for sharing your cozy and cute van with us. I'm so impressed with you older ladies willing to get out there and enjoy all aspects of a new adventure. Kudos to you.
Amazing and so creative..realizing her talent for sewing, patterns, and implementing into wood and creating her tiny space is inspiring. THANK YOU for sharing.
Her van looks pretty cozy. I like the idea of the water container instead of full plumbing. Too many issues with mold that I've seen. Also having a portable battery to charge cell and lights is great. She's got sewing talents!❤
Really nice van, did an awesome job with it. I long to hit the road and try it but financially, it can't happen. Hopefully some day before I can't anymore. Have fun and safe travels!
What a sweet and lovely lady. I hope I get to meet her and more like her when I finally do this next year. Nice to know there are such nice groups out there. God bless!!!
@@ButterflyTracks yes. That’s where we first met. I actually did a tiny video there of us. And now in my minivan I have the same problem you had. I can’t get rid of the mice hiding in the engine. At first it went to the headlining and chewed door lock wires. I scared it out of there, but can’t get them out. It’s probably been 3 months. Soon I’ll try to remove my dash compartment filter and look back there.
I got rid of them with a mixture of half and half Jiffy cornbread mix and baking soda (not baking powder). Mix so thuroughly that there are no lumps of Jiffy. Set little containers around. It works. Good luck.
@@ButterflyTracks I tried that c a couple times. No indication it was working. I don’t think they came out of hiding to get it. They probably have a year’s supply of dog food holed up. I even tried hot sauce. Now trying peppermint oil.
Amazing Lady with an amazing van setup! She is correct. Just do it! Another thing is don't overthink it! Your van/Rig doesn't have to be brand new. But try and find a reliable affordable one. I'm two years into my van-life journey and I wish I would have done it sooner!
I love the slip cover for the mattresses, the softer cot , water faucet, many many smart ideas. The cardboard template is my favorite! Thank you for sharing!
We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. There are a few membership questions. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe - Chasing Waterfalls: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
You are my type of woman, straight to the point,love you van. You look great full of good energy, i wish you well hope your illnesses get taken care of good luck.
We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. There are a few membership questions you'll need to answer. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
I put silver drawer pulls along the wood beside the kitchen stairs, and on the side of the entry door so Momma could hold on to something when she stepped into the house. They are shaped like the van door holder you use to get into the van. It has to be something her hand wouldn't slip off of. She could screw it into the wooden cabinet where she steps in. It works!
That's my grandma!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤
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She is very wise to keep her house. Everyone, especially the elderly, need a safety net.
I totally agree 💕💕
I totally agree with you 🙌🏾💕💕🤗
Some of us don't have that option financially, unfortunately. Would love to be able to have a house and travel. Since I don't, I'm choosing the more affordable -- and more fun -- option!
It's just a money pit, not worth keeping if you enjoy traveling more. Sell & put that money away for future needs, let it build interest, there are many retirement home options.
@emart: inflation is devaluing money that was saved up for decades. Some people have not saved that long, but inflation causes lose to everyone.Inflation is worse than taxes.
Hi Carol I’m 70 my husband is 76. So great seeing you and how happy you are.
Yes! Thank you! 😊
Love her setup! I will be 79 next month and I go in my 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. Have a really bad back and I am slow but who cares, I have all the time I need!
Love your attitude. 💙🦋💙
Love this set up and her attitude! Appears a lot younger than her stated age of 75!!!
Every reason she gave to do this is exactly what I have said to myself. This summer is my year.
Good for you! 💙🦋💙
Carol is sharp and done a great job on her vehicle. Many Blessings on your travels.
Thanks, you too!
So inspiring -- especially after recovering from health issues. Adventure is still possible. Thank you.
Yes, it's possible. The real world awaits! 😊
@@ButterflyTracks You comment makes me want to cry. Traveling like this is my dream.
Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙
Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp:
facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
Love her! I’m turning 70 this year so it’s always great to find women, including YOU, who are doing it!
Thank you, Susan. 😊
WOW Carol sure doesn't look 75 I thought she was a bit younger , I am 66 , Just goes to show age is only a number so live life the way you want and have fun as long as your able , Love her build and attitude .what a great set up with everything having its place , I love that water faucet going to have to find me one . fantastic work . Thanks for introducing us to Carol she is inspiring .
Yes she is.
Beautiful, and I love her confidence I like when she says, just do it.
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I have been dreaming about this for more than three years and still am not on the road. Transportation being the main issue, but I really want to do it. I will be 75 in Aug. my daughter keeps saying Mom you don’t need to be running all over camping you’re too old. I let her know that there are men and women in their 80’s and 90’s out there all ages are out having a good life. Am working on it. Hope to see you all on the road sometime soon.
We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. There are a few membership questions. 💙🦋💙
Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp:
facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
Your daughter will change her tune - but only when she reaches 75 herself. You are NOT too old. 75 CAN be old - or it can be young. Keep living!
I really appreciate that you have seniors on your channel alot. I'm an older senior and am waiting to be able to go to a women's meet up around Oklahoma. Thanks from Central Oklahoma.
Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙
Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp:
facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
The van setup looks great, very organized. I have a house and a camper van. I want to eventually sell my house and build a smaller house just for a home base. Dreams...😉
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You have to have the dream to get there... all the best to you in achieving your dream.
Carol, you really did your build to work for you. Great skills !! Enjoy the journeys ❤
Thanks so much! 😊
Hi Jan. I love her travel van. It is very colorful and organized. I wish her happy travels. Thank you Jan for sharing. 🤗💕
You are so welcome! 🤗
Ive warched all of your videos & many others.
Im in the process of purchasing a vehicle that will allow me to join in on this amazing adventure.
My husband of 52 yrs passed this past November, my kids are all grown & live all over the country. Im ready.
As soon as my doctor says i can go im gone 🤗♥️
Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙
Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp:
facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
Best lesson.... to not be afraid
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What's nice about van life, for women, in particular, you get freedom, from life's responsibilities, you have adventure, you meet people to befriend, you learn, you explore and, in and on. So often, we are told by society, being home, caring for family, is enough. Look at where women are today. We are a source to reckon with. More power to us all.
This video was inspiring. If you are thinking about it, if you have the means to do it, if you have the time to do it then, just do it. What do you have to lose? You can, always, pack it in!
Thank you.
Watching from, Ontario 🇨🇦
Thanks! 🤗
She’s so sweet, and does NOT look 75!
What an awesome spirit!
Congrats!
I too am a "weekend warrior" and had several medical issues slowing me up BUT the past 2 years made up for all setbacks!
Enjoy!!
Congratulations to you too! 🙂
I so admire you! 73 year old woman from ATKINS VA.❤
Hi Carol!!! So nice to see you here❤️ I’m the one who stopped by to see your rig and told you about the laundromat 😂 I didn’t recognize you right away but knew your bedding - the sheet embroidered with your mother’s name 🤗
It was a great meetup and I hope I’ll see you again down the road!
Mary
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Very nice, Safe travels, Thanks for Sharing, Many Blessings 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you! You too!
Great job and so happy for you to be able to enjoy your senior years on the road.
Thank you!
So nice! She is talented lady. Great build!!
She sure is. 😊
Awesome! I used to do my campervan, but I got sick & can no longer travel. So I’m living my life vicariously through everyone who can keep on keeping on, lol!
So happy to have you along as a virtual passenger. 🤗
Wonderful!
Many thanks!
Lovely lady!
🎊 You are the bomb!! So pleased to see you do this. You encourage me! 🎉
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Nice and graceful grandmother ❤
I hope this beautiful woman won't mind if I offer one correction. She said she's "not much of a carpenter". I DISAGREE! Wow what a FANTASTIC job she did with her build! This is INCREDIBLY well done and VERY inspiring. Ma'am, please don't sell yourself short. You're not only a great carpenter but you're also very resourceful and courageous. I may be younger than you are, but you are an absolute inspiration and I'm so grateful that I happened upon this video. Keep on keepin' on! Safe travels!
I totally agree! All the women I interview have a lifetime of different experiences. They take on this new challenge with courage and enthusiasm. 💙🦋💙
H Jan and Carol 🙋♀️ Love this video ❤️Carol is awesome 👍❤ Nice build and so organized ❤️😊 Safe travels ❤😊
Thank you! You too! 💙🦋💙
Love the sunshade she purchased. And the screening she made looks so professional!!!! Smart 🤓
She was a product specialist for Brother sewing machines. A true expert seamstress. 😊
@@ButterflyTracksshe could almost have a business on the road taking orders and making things for people. A skill I wish I had!
So happy for you. I don’t want to be that person that wishes they had done more with their life 🩷 you have given great encouragement
FANTASTIC set up! 🎉
Thank you!! 😁
Nice van Carol! Am sure you have inspired women to follow suit. Enjoy, safe travels.
I hope so!
❤😊Great Build.😊
Enjoyed the tour, great setup with amazing touches like the window screens! The lined bin for shoes is fantastic, I need to do that, so simple... and cheap!
Right?! 🤗
I think she has a cozy well thought out rig!
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It's so good to see another convert👍! The experiences all told, seem to match up too. One thing I'll take away from this is that learning how to sew comes in handy😉.
It sure worked for her. 💙🦋💙
I really like this lady............smart and inspiring!
Wow! Very impressive.
Thank you very much! 🤗
How can we find a ladies group?
Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙
Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp:
facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
She is soooo inspirational!! U Go Girl
What a nice little set up! Everything is so nice & neat! Happy travels, y'all.
Thank you! You too!
You go girl. Lv your space, great job. Hope to meet you on the rd
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I just love your van it's so beautiful inside ,I would live there it's really cute.....
Very nice ❤
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She did a great job!!!
Very well done, I could easily travel in that.
What a Lovely Lady she did an Awesome job totally love it. ❤
I think so too! 🩵🦋🩵
Thanks for sharing your cute & practical transit. Loved it, and your spirit for fun & adventure. 😂
You are so welcome! 💙🦋💙
I ADMIRE CAROL AND HER FREE SPIRIT ALSO HER KNOWLEDGE WITH EQUIPPING HER VAN SO COMFORTABLE TO MEET HER NEEDS
GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS
"Stop dreaming, just do it! " -- what a great plaque!
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Thanks Jan. Love the ladies in the little cargo minivans. 🎉 I have a PMC, but get lots of ideas also from the Transit Connects, NV200s, & whatever the Mercedes is called. 🙃
That is awesome! 💙🦋💙
I like your van!
Thanks!
Another great van tour.
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I love your positive attitude! Planning to do my build within a year! Thanks
Go for it! 💙🦋💙
Wow! What a fantastic lady!! We love to hear that people are getting out there!! Way to go Carol!
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I love your videos because you just let people talk and share who they are and what they are doing. You always make it about THEM. ♥ Kudos.
Thank you! 😊
Thank you for sharing your cozy and cute van with us. I'm so impressed with you older ladies willing to get out there and enjoy all aspects of a new adventure. Kudos to you.
Very well organized, great job looks cosy well done
I love how you relate sewing to woodworking. I feel the same 😸
Right?!
Travel well!
Thanks! 💙🦋💙
Amazing and so creative..realizing her talent for sewing, patterns, and implementing into wood and creating her tiny space is inspiring. THANK YOU for sharing.
Yes, thank you. 🩵🦋🩵
Her van looks pretty cozy. I like the idea of the water container instead of full plumbing. Too many issues with mold that I've seen. Also having a portable battery to charge cell and lights is great. She's got sewing talents!❤
She's got it together.
Beautiful van! Good health & many joyful journeys to you. Another inspiring video. Thank you.💖
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God bless you! God is so faithful to us!
Really nice van, did an awesome job with it. I long to hit the road and try it but financially, it can't happen. Hopefully some day before I can't anymore. Have fun and safe travels!
Best of luck of luck to you, Debra. 🤗
What a sweet and lovely lady. I hope I get to meet her and more like her when I finally do this next year. Nice to know there are such nice groups out there. God bless!!!
We're out here. See you down the road. 👋😊
You are so impressive! Great job. I am inspired.
Thank you! 😊
She did an absolute awesome job.
Cute setup! I had a 2013 TC for one year and loved it.
I think you had that in the Redwoods. 😊
@@ButterflyTracks yes. That’s where we first met. I actually did a tiny video there of us.
And now in my minivan I have the same problem you had. I can’t get rid of the mice hiding in the engine. At first it went to the headlining and chewed door lock wires. I scared it out of there, but can’t get them out. It’s probably been 3 months. Soon I’ll try to remove my dash compartment filter and look back there.
I got rid of them with a mixture of half and half Jiffy cornbread mix and baking soda (not baking powder). Mix so thuroughly that there are no lumps of Jiffy. Set little containers around. It works. Good luck.
BTW, don't use it when you don't have mice. You wouldn't want to attract them. But it will kill them.
@@ButterflyTracks I tried that c a couple times. No indication it was working. I don’t think they came out of hiding to get it. They probably have a year’s supply of dog food holed up. I even tried hot sauce. Now trying peppermint oil.
"Just do it!"❤
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Such a lovely and smart lady. I think she is great❗️🩷
Well she was such a sweetie! Very nice van set up.
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Nice setup, I'd live in it. 😊
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Amazing! We are never to old!
Awesome build!! Enjoy your adventures Carol 😊
Amazing Lady with an amazing van setup! She is correct. Just do it! Another thing is don't overthink it! Your van/Rig doesn't have to be brand new. But try and find a reliable affordable one. I'm two years into my van-life journey and I wish I would have done it sooner!
Well said! 💙🦋💙
Very organized!! Nice!
Yes it was! 🩵🦋🩵
I love the slip cover for the mattresses, the softer cot , water faucet, many many smart ideas. The cardboard template is my favorite! Thank you for sharing!
so inspiring. almost a senior and still saving for a van to stay debt free. this is an encouraging story. 💯💖
We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. There are a few membership questions. 💙🦋💙
Butterfly Tribe - Chasing Waterfalls:
facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
I love this lady! Safe travels and live your best life ❤️
Such a talented woman. And such an organized build. Doing everything it needs to for her😊
You can’t stand up, but you can sit on a bed with lots of storage underneath and lot of headroom on top. I can’t do that in my minivan camper. :)
Yes. With a bit larger foot print. 😊
You are my type of woman, straight to the point,love you van. You look great full of good energy, i wish you well hope your illnesses get taken care of good luck.
Hi, Carol. You did an excellent job on your van. Have fun out there!
Your Grandma sounds like a lovely lady, and I love how she just oozes with confidence and happiness, good for her..love from Australia 🥰 🦘🌻🍂
Cool van. That was a fun meetup!
Yes it was!
What a cool lady! Inspiring.
What an amazing lady well done you 💐
Now, that is the life. Hope, I live long enough to do it!
Great inventive thinker, using wonderful ideas for creative comforts.
This lady is so sweet as can be, love her. ❤ Love her van super cute
I love her. Great setup and organization. Love the screens and overhead shelf.
She’d be fun to camp with. ⛺️
She is just the best, I'm so excited to get started with my own van adventures 🥰
We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. There are a few membership questions you'll need to answer. 💙🦋💙
Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp:
facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share
She did wonderful job!
I put silver drawer pulls along the wood beside the kitchen stairs, and on the side of the entry door so Momma could hold on to something when she stepped into the house. They are shaped like the van door holder you use to get into the van. It has to be something her hand wouldn't slip off of. She could screw it into the wooden cabinet where she steps in. It works!
Good suggestion. 👍
Love her set up.
Fantastic! So happy for you. 😊