Why I Chose Vanlife

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  • @jRabbit76
    @jRabbit76 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm a police officer and I remember seeing you on the news tackling the woman fleeing and eluding. It was amazing. Great seeing your videos, they're awesome.

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you!! ❤️ 😊

  • @somsai4464
    @somsai4464 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    keep them popping! and i won't stop watching

  • @ΑΩ1388
    @ΑΩ1388 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool back-story. Context like that always enhances the ongoing content - thank you!

  • @alohatvn
    @alohatvn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing 👌 video 🌞. Love ❤️ the storyline and look forward to more videos 📹.

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Aloha 🥰

  • @christopherkn917
    @christopherkn917 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awesome 👌

  • @Mojoriser
    @Mojoriser 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nikki,
    It was great seeing you and enjoying your Haha’s today. I’ve missed your humor and wit during your travels.
    Although MI may not be the excitement capital, I think you can find some good content. Hell just take us shopping with you again.
    Do you have a Patreon or anything else set up.
    Be well silly girl!!!

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!! No patreon yet, but I’m considering it!!! I will be making some content here this coming week 😊

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do you have any suggestion on what I should offer on patreon?

    • @Mojoriser
      @Mojoriser 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NikkiJabs
      Nikki,
      My apologies, this reply didn’t show on my phone so I missed it. I for one enjoyed watching you travel and enjoying Van life. My guess is there are several other’s who likely feel the same way. With that being said, I don’t think you would need to reinvent the wheel.
      One vlogger recently added Patreon and she said you could ask her any question. Another thought that I’m not sure is available would be replying to comments within a certain time…
      And of course, everyone loves to see their name in highlights at start of your videos. Here’s a list of the common and normal offerings.
      Bonus/Exclusive content
      Early access to your primary content
      Physical benefits & merchandise
      Access to patron-only polls
      Recognition of patrons
      I’m sure with all your “humor and sex appeal” you won’t have any problem getting Patron’s.

    • @Mojoriser
      @Mojoriser 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nikki,
      Where are you girl? I hope you are doing good and just working and enjoying life!

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Mojoriser good! I’ll be posting two videos next week!

  • @darrellfort1668
    @darrellfort1668 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    love this channel

  • @christopherkn917
    @christopherkn917 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Greetings beckoning you from Uganda 🇺🇬 🇺🇬 🇺🇬 🇺🇬 Uganda East Africa.

  • @willowway42
    @willowway42 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved this... ty! Your channel is going to go off! Thanks for sharing your life with us... 🙂👍🏻💕🌿

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Willow 🥰

  • @MuhammadZama
    @MuhammadZama 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    such a nice vlog thanks for sharing

  • @acefrapple
    @acefrapple 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Glad to see you back in my feed. You quickly became one of my favorite TH-camrs.

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You’re so sweet!! Thank you!!! ❤️

  • @dennisc8991
    @dennisc8991 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    "I didn't choose Van life. Van life chose me."

  • @laleighma1
    @laleighma1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm a Newbie to your videos too! Found you via tiny homes and hoped over to subscribe to more of your "real" life!
    Bless your heart sweetie! That's a LOT of stress you were under and I'm glad you got away from it all!
    Be Blessed! Be Safe and Enjoy your new lifestyle!! 😊

  • @willardstephens2924
    @willardstephens2924 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Girl I just saw you for the first time today. I've been setting here for 3 hours watching just your videos. You are absolutely hilarious. Hope to see more of your videos.

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you so much!! Welcome.

  • @MattWedelich
    @MattWedelich 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome video❤😊

  • @Tobirama_isHimju
    @Tobirama_isHimju 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I gave up police work in 2017 and moved abroad to teach English. Thinking about building a van so when I visit home I can hit the road. Good video and I feel your stress.

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good time to give it up!! I hope you’re living your life to the fullest abroad!

  • @dagarr11
    @dagarr11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looking forward to more videos. You're very funny.
    Please make more videos. Also I think you're very beautiful Lady.

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m editing 3 this week!

  • @neonfuschia
    @neonfuschia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really enjoy your frankness and weird style. Posting more frequently with consistent formats typically rank higher on the search algos

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I like being weird. Thank you. 🙃

  • @Scrambler85
    @Scrambler85 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Funny, great to look at and she owns her femininity.
    This channel will be a big TH-cam channel quickly.
    Definitely a thumbs up 👍

  • @mmariemarkel7482
    @mmariemarkel7482 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    New subbie. A former Michigander in support of a former Mich officer...thank you for serving. Giving you serious props for living your drèams. I so wanted to do what you're doing, but a traumatic head injury made me forget how to stand & walk. Almost 9 yrs now nearly completely bedridden. Doing therapy once again determined the bed isn't gonna get the next ten yrs cause I'm too young for this to be the rest of my life.
    I feel ya on the narcolepsy. I have that too and do sleep long and hard. Just good to know another Michigander can relate. Will binge watch as soon as I can stay awake long enough to do so. Keep living the dream and one day hope to meet you on the road.

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m so sorry about your TBI. I hope you have found some way to move around and I hope therapy is helping you!!

  • @matthewbisland2740
    @matthewbisland2740 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I almost thought you were done with TH-cam..
    Great video! So, I just sold my home and all of my stuff. I now live in a 24ft camper and love it!!
    For the first time in years, I feel alive. This is proving to be one of the best decisions I've made in my life. I'm 35 and free!!
    Thanks for sharing your story with us.
    By the way, you are smoking hot!!!

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Not done with TH-cam! I just have been working in Michigan and don’t have good footage to post right now at all lol

  • @MillersChopShop81
    @MillersChopShop81 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looking forward to your week long MI van trip vids!

  • @sandy6136
    @sandy6136 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love that you have followed your dream. I’m also in Michigan. Washington Twp. I’m building a bus and it’s taking forever. I just got diagnosed with a heart condition and have decided to purchase a van to get on the road ASAP. What auction site did you purchase from?

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had a mechanic I knew use his mechanic auction site. I don’t think it’s open to regular people. If you have a mechanic, I would suggest that. I’m sorry about your heart condition. Yes, building it out takes forever. 😞

  • @elizabethborkland7419
    @elizabethborkland7419 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am listening to this I’m I think like maybe halfway through a little bit more than halfway through first of all you tell a really good story and this video is extremely entertaining second of all this is a very common story like I can tell you my story it’s very similar money causes a lot of stress schools causes a lot of stress and a combination of working school and no money causes depression. You definitely are not alone in this

  • @romancurtis
    @romancurtis 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Funny and Beautiful. My sister is Detroit police officer. Lady overtime/party decorator. Got to have an extra job if your cop. lol I need the use shipt account more. Maybe i will and meet the famous Nikki Jabs. Love the wrong photos, best of the video. lol

  • @d-arts7139
    @d-arts7139 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I worked full time and went to college full time too. I also rent out my place and live out of a self-converted camper too. And I also studied counseling/psychology too! 💥 we’re a match 🤣☝️

  • @mattwedelich347
    @mattwedelich347 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video🤔😎

  • @frederickendicott2207
    @frederickendicott2207 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm about to get master degree in a month, graduate school life is a truly mental exhausted job.
    Wish I'll have exciting vanlife with my hamster just like you! wish you all well!

  • @tanbl6746
    @tanbl6746 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your fur baby Jules is so adorable 😍

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes he is 🥰

  • @danielalmeida2091
    @danielalmeida2091 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hoping you make some vanlife videos in the near future of what your daily routine of adventures are like 👍

  • @bonniel3679
    @bonniel3679 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I came across your videos via the Tiny Home Tours channel. Watched yours from the first one. I've watched a lot of videos from various you tubers and you are the first one I've seen who's offered practical safety tips for solo travelers. I hope many people see that one. I've had cats in the past, but I've never seen one who acts like yours. He's amazing. He's so chill! Maybe you'll take us to the desert next time. It's a different kind of beauty.

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!! Yeah Jules is like a dog. I didn’t teach him anything, it’s just his instinct and love for me for him to act the way he does! I got lucky

    • @bonniel3679
      @bonniel3679 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NikkiJabs I was going to suggest he may have a few canine genes, but you know how proud cats can be!!

  • @ultimatecouponlady
    @ultimatecouponlady 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great video! That looks so relaxing. I've been thinking about van life for a while. Cute cat and I'm not even a cat person. Lol. Question, how do you keep him from running away when he's not harnessed? Looking forward to your next video. 🤗

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He’s a natural outside. He just… doesn’t run away!! He was supposed to be an inside cat and accidentally became an outside cat when I first adopted him in my old apartment. When it came to the van, I was keeping him inside. I noticed he started to get depressed after a couple months, so I let him out one day in Chicago and watched him from my van the whole time he was out. He came back just like he would come back to my condo!! He knew the van was home and I trusted him to play outside after that. The rest is history. 🤷🏼‍♀️

  • @mewkeewoo3145
    @mewkeewoo3145 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Curious, why did you became a police that time?

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I wanted to help people 😖

    • @mewkeewoo3145
      @mewkeewoo3145 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NikkiJabs ahh..

  • @danbocan7114
    @danbocan7114 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    please dont give up on your dream to travel in a van, be free, be independent, be happy, share your joy with us, i love you , youre so funny, i will win the lottery and i will join you, i hope for your channel to grow and to bring you a stable income for you to go on, dont give up, you deserve it, we deserve it, i feel that if i dont see this wonderfull world that i have lived for nothing...

  • @amazon4716
    @amazon4716 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whoa.
    Look better as a civilian.

    • @amazon4716
      @amazon4716 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      * spontaneous
      Perfect for van life.
      Too bad you post once a month.
      We need more adventures. 😅

  • @johnlinks
    @johnlinks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Glad to see you're back. I wish I could do van life. Maybe in the future? Who knows....Anywho, look out for a donation soon

  • @stanmercer5831
    @stanmercer5831 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just want you to know, I totally support the solo female lesbian van life.

    • @BarronBarca
      @BarronBarca 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Stan stop simping you ain’t Stan when you do that 🤦🏽

  • @jeffreyayers2664
    @jeffreyayers2664 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved the video and your Vulnerability about the journey to van life! How often do you plan to post?

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Once per week when I start traveling again. I live in my van still, but I came back up to Michigan to work because I ran out of money in my travels! Since I’m working everyday and not traveling, there’s not much to post right now

  • @tonythedonluciano
    @tonythedonluciano 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This starts off as a Chipmunk Christmas Song, then quickly becomes risqué... But my main thoughts are about your clumsiness. Always black & blued! 🤣

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah I bruise so easily lol

  • @Hyperfist
    @Hyperfist 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    New subscriber here. Very cool how you got into van life. Nice to see a Michigander doing the van life thing. How do you handle the winters here? Or do you travel elsewhere?

  • @EBangtson1
    @EBangtson1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yup…been hot in MI lately…but better than the non-existent Spring we had.

  • @mrolfe8341
    @mrolfe8341 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I stuck with it and now all is clear!

  • @ElevationEveryWeekend
    @ElevationEveryWeekend 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fun channel and I like your different take on the van build! Saw your Tiny Home Tour episode. Keep ‘em coming!!

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Will do ☺️

  • @thefatcatadventures3707
    @thefatcatadventures3707 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I wouldn't have taken you for an ex cop, same here, retired from detention and patrol for a sheriff. Jules is awesome, him and Maxwell need a playdate, lol.

  • @Chefsantatravels
    @Chefsantatravels 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My first house was a townhome and I swear the layout is the same as yours exactly from when walking in the front door the steps on the left closet all right now you have a half bath under the steps and the kitchen straight ahead when you walked in the door. ✌💪💖👨‍🍳🎅🚌🌻👍

  • @davey.59dave
    @davey.59dave 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey nikki. It"s Good to know how you got into van life, thanks for the story, you have a natural talent for youtube I am not a cat person but jewels could change my mind he is awesome,

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He changes a lot of peoples minds haha

  • @davidapps2605
    @davidapps2605 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Love your style. I also live in my motorhome in Auckland, New Zealand. Was sick of paying rent. Brought a motorhome and now living the dream with virtually no bills. Great videos you doing. 😎🤗

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The no bills part is amazing!

    • @lisav834
      @lisav834 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi David, if you have a channel I’ll follow your journey because I love New Zealand and you’re so right to live vanlife 😊

    • @davidapps2605
      @davidapps2605 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@lisav834 thank you my friend. I do have a channel under my name but it's kind of a cooking/lifestyle videos. Take care

    • @lisav834
      @lisav834 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@davidapps2605 just subscribed 😊 I like cooking too

    • @davidapps2605
      @davidapps2605 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lisav834 thank you. Cooking is my therapy lol

  • @peterstubbs8587
    @peterstubbs8587 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    'I can't fit myself into this mold'... I very strongly identify with that statement. I'm coming to the end of my truck build, and all I want to do is get in, and drive far away. The sedentary feeling of being bound to four walls and a routine job, is stifling! I feel like I've stopped evolving. I hope to follow in your footsteps soon, Nikki (but in my truck 😁). I'm looking forward to your new adventures.

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes I totally resonate with what you said! You’ll love being free.

  • @sketv
    @sketv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for sharing your story. Inspirational. Keep swinging, dancing, traveling, creating and sharing your stories and life. Great personality, talent and intelligence. Try out west, where most Van lifers travel, to meet more of the van community. Harvest Hosts are also great opportunities to meet people, share and experience their lives and stories. You are living your psychology education. Best classroom is experience. 👍🚺🍀🙏

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you!

  • @annazakhary949
    @annazakhary949 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was a great video! You have a great sense of humor! I always enjoy your videos. Keep them coming! Good luck on your date.

  • @DiabloOutdoors
    @DiabloOutdoors 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This world needs more videos like that. Please upload more! If you do, I'll take you fishing! (I just can't imagine how hilarious it'd be to take her fishing...)

  • @roball1980
    @roball1980 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello just wanted to say hello 😀 great videos please continue what you doing can’t wait for next one- 👍👍👍

  • @LP-ff6cr
    @LP-ff6cr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You're real. Good attribute to have. And able to laugh at life absurdities. Today is all that matters, not a time 5 years from now! No guarantee we'll be walking this earth tomorrow.

  • @AscendXTrading
    @AscendXTrading 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Glad to see you back on the tube. Hopefully you be back to real van life soon. Maaaaybe down in FL again..

  • @RifaiAlOfficial
    @RifaiAlOfficial 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello excuse me,,, nice to meet you and I am rifai al in Indonesia, I really like the content and I immediately click the subscribe button and I will continue to support your channel...

  • @nothinfake7467
    @nothinfake7467 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well you know what they say. And you have a lot of character. You are a character...

  • @shedroids
    @shedroids 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Funny, beautiful, lighthearted spirit, keep keeping on. Love your van, story and goofiness

  • @sylvianagy5668
    @sylvianagy5668 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m glad sure did miss you

  • @rose-mareelyneham9156
    @rose-mareelyneham9156 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Jules is stunning! Such a handsome boy with a lovely personality! Glad you are enjoying van life and have him for company. 😊

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks!! We complement each other well

  • @garywilcox5126
    @garywilcox5126 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Nikki I'm Gary all the way from AZ thanks for keeping us entertained you do a great show thank you much! 😊😎🏁

  • @Puma-cv2vk
    @Puma-cv2vk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a lovely sweet cat mom I’m new to the Chanel can’t wait for more content!!

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Welcome to my shenanigans

  • @Dinocaprice
    @Dinocaprice 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You’re so funny and fun to watch plus you haven’t use anything you bought not even once 🥴😅😍

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah I learned my lesson to not get expensive things until you know you need them 😂

  • @MishaCartomancy
    @MishaCartomancy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Loving the fur baby having a voice thats great!... All the take aways are great as well. Keep it coming!

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He’s super vocal 😮‍💨

  • @solarnator
    @solarnator 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    damn i love a good pair of......earings :)

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They’re… vintage 😌

  • @TB-qy1et
    @TB-qy1et 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice to see you again. Missed you. And Jules of course, too 😊

  • @omeratici
    @omeratici 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fascinaitng an energy in your face and aura .. in addition this you beautifull woman lovesss nixyy from turkey..😚❤

  • @randyhill621
    @randyhill621 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You should watch Madison Massey

  • @therussellfreerange5269
    @therussellfreerange5269 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the little edits for keeping me entertained through the video. Most people explain their story in a video that becomes boring after two minutes. You edit in little things to be funny

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I appreciate you noticing!! This story was drawn out because I didn’t memorize or organize it very well. I noticed when I was editing, but didn’t have the energy to reshoot the footage. So I tried to incorporate visuals and audio as best as I could!!

  • @mattcaponigro72
    @mattcaponigro72 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    When she a 9 but her van only sleeps 1

  • @SunuFitrawan
    @SunuFitrawan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍
    Always try + pray can be real TH-camr with benefits AdSense 💲 to buy or build motorhome then make a life journey with TH-cam

    • @NikkiJabs
      @NikkiJabs  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have Adsense now! I’m not making enough to support myself yet, but I’m working on it :)