My husband and I was homeless for 4.5 years... during that time 1 of the cities we lived in for 8 months was OB, Ocean Beach, San Diego, California.... We showered on the beach, and yes we had to wear clothing, but i would shampoo, and I just washed my whole self underneath the clothes/bathing suit, rinse, then go into bathroom stall to dry off and put on clean clothes. and then we either went to laundrymat to dry our shower clothes, or sat them in the sun to dry. Even in the Winter months it was still in the 50's in Southern Cali. Getting ready to embark on MY journey of almost being 2 years without my husband (he passed Jan 2018), got me a van and getting ready to leave Portland, Oregon December 1st and travel all over the US.
@ThePastelKat
4 жыл бұрын
Impressed with your resourcefulness. So sorry for your loss. I admire your bravery in taking on this new journey. I wish you health, happiness, and safety. Please be careful =)
@francescadiana
4 жыл бұрын
And here's me complaining about a cold shower. Damn! I have so much respect for you and am wishing you well for your journey! 💛
@THIKKnASS
4 жыл бұрын
Safe travels to you 🙏
@nonebusiness4488
4 жыл бұрын
i pray for the end of homelessness the world over. for me too of course. it is wrong i never learned how to survive properly. where the hell were my parents letting me grow like a weed in the forest.
@butterfly2721
4 жыл бұрын
U are an awesome person. Sorry for your loss 💙
@jamesj4998
4 жыл бұрын
Shout out to Lou for always nailing the colours in these vids 😍 so filmic
@StacyForest738
4 жыл бұрын
Why give Lou all the credit? Does he do all of the editing/recording? I always thought they both did it.
@marre3429
4 жыл бұрын
how do you deal with your period while living in a van?
@leahpettit4477
4 жыл бұрын
Menstrual cup + period underwear. And having a toilet helps! I have a composting one, and it works fine.
@somethingforkaren
4 жыл бұрын
Menstrual cups are great as there is no solid waste and can normally be changed only every 12 hours.
@lizzieAGAIN
4 жыл бұрын
Leah Pettit what about cramps and other pains?
@AnnEast85
4 жыл бұрын
@@lizzieAGAIN Dealing with cramps and pains is pretty much the same where ever you are, isn't it?
@jansmith9922
4 жыл бұрын
Baby wipes are the key to happiness in a camper!! Seriously. If you are out hiking or walking the beach, wiping your feet & body before you get into bed is a must to feel clean. Love how happy, peaceful & appreciative you are in this video. The simple life is the best life. We all laugh when our dog runs around with joy after taking a bath..then we go camping & get your first shower in a few days & we do the same run around of joy after just having a shower cold water or hot water, doesn't matter, just happy to be clean again. lol.🚿🚿🚿🚽🛁🚙🌍💚🍀Keep living your dream life!! 👏💚🍀
@Senersebee
4 жыл бұрын
I feel like I wouldn't be able to constantly shower in a bathing suit, I feel like I'm not cleaning all the private parts properly, because if I'm in public I can't really...ya'know, go down there and really clean it with my hands, so massive props to you guys!
@codepriest
4 жыл бұрын
A big angry snake, and the song is playing "I'm allright now". Compliments to Lou for that fine subliminal detail!
@courtneyburton2317
4 жыл бұрын
I love this kind of storytelling, looking at the strange beauty of little pleasures! 🥰
@susanharper3350
4 жыл бұрын
I just love you all so much. You never try to sugar coat anything. An you alway tell an show the truth thats why i like you all so much. An you dont try to be somebody your not. Hugs from tennessee.
@donaldpump7962
4 жыл бұрын
I love it. You guys are some of the only van lifers that aren’t trying to sexualize you’re thumbnails. Also I totally dig the chill music in the background always.
@AJ-ox8xy
4 жыл бұрын
Have you considered using a pop up shower hut? I use one for my van life that was really easy to use and provided more privacy. But if you have no place to put it when it's wet I understand if you wouldn't want that.
@jonisjourneys3684
4 жыл бұрын
The two of you are like a breath of fresh air, no fake frills, just honest information. I always enjoy your videos and your relationship is so sweet💕 😊Safe travels 🌈🌸🌻
@mysticshining
4 жыл бұрын
I learned about sponge baths (wash cloth) during meditation retreats. My skin was never so happy than after retreat. The wash cloth works to get rid of dead skin layer, great for circulation, saves water etc. I love how the dog was cleaning the one part of his body that most of us would never clean in public 😅🛁
@stephenmcdow5608
4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful forest shots! It snowed yesterday here in Toronto
@9350mamamia
4 жыл бұрын
I can't wait for Tuesdays with Lou & Dana ♡
@MsLeonor1968
4 жыл бұрын
My favorite was the public shower in Portugal, so cool you guys ☀️
@LastChanceTinyHouse
4 жыл бұрын
If you two ever go to Florida, Like Jacksonville, on the eastern side is an island and on the beach side is Neptune beach. There's a street that separates it called Atlantic, if you drive to the end of Atlantic Av. the street dead ends onto the beach. on the north and south sides are two hotels. On the north side of the north hotel is a free outdoor public shower. The great thing about going to the beach there is it rarely ever is cold, in fact most of the time it's spring like weather.
@ayawilkinson9046
4 жыл бұрын
From some one who spent 6 month taking showers like you guys outside, I have to say having a "plastic fantastic" van with in built shower and hot water is a game changer.
@VincentHarrydragonphire
4 жыл бұрын
Not sure if you looked into this but you might be able to setup a solar water heater that is just basically running water through a coiled black tube exposed to the sun. Since the water is heated as it flows through the tube, no foresight needed, just sunlight.
@corinneyost895
4 жыл бұрын
Our heater doesn't work right now and I have to take freezing cold showers. I never thought I could be so motivated and inspired to take a cold shower but you two definitely did that!! Thank you!!
@errorASMR
4 жыл бұрын
I love your videos, they just make me feel happy. I like absorbing all your positive vibes.
@Sara-xk1ns
4 жыл бұрын
I remember cold showers. When I was young and moved into my first apartment we lived right on the Chesapeake bay in Virginia . It was a gorgeous view, literally walk out our door and over the sand dunes and you’re in the water. We obviously had a shower since it was an apartment, but.....for some reason we could get 1 hot shower then we’d lose hot water again. We tried flipping the breakers, adjusting the temp on the water heater, informed the landlord. It went on for over a month, I was young and didn’t realize how quickly he should’ve repaired it. But my husband was military so he could go to work and shower on base before his shift, he also didn’t mind the cold as much as I did.....but I came up with my own method to make it bearable. I would work out like you suggested, then I would jump in the ice cold bay, that water was sooooo cold, so when I ran inside and got in our shower it felt so much nicer. It wasn’t warm by any means but it wasn’t freezing like outside. So I did that a few times a week....
@Elinkettu
4 жыл бұрын
I watch a lot of vanlife videos because... 2019... but yours are really special and you make everything cute and fun and i just really love what you put in your videos and your overall perspective on everything! You guys are awesome!!
@sailingavocet
4 жыл бұрын
2019 is real lol but hey dont forget about us boatlifers!
@stabbybird3292
4 жыл бұрын
I'd love to see a video with all of your guy's camping/hiking gear & the different brands you use/ where to get them. Camping is such a fun treat in my family; I'm always looking for videos & blogs about what I can have in my bag.
@jackpaulpennington7168
4 жыл бұрын
Love your videos I comment on how calming and nice they are but never get a like or a reply, keep up the great work guys enjoy life and embrace each other ❤
@Whereamibitches
4 жыл бұрын
same!!
@jackpaulpennington7168
4 жыл бұрын
I'll give you a reply Tina ❤
@Whereamibitches
4 жыл бұрын
@@jackpaulpennington7168 awww, thank you!!
@jackpaulpennington7168
4 жыл бұрын
No worries
@bubblegumbxtchh
4 жыл бұрын
You should put hooks underneath your vent by your oven for your towels or anything else you might need to hang up like cups, pots/pans, etc. or a rack to put dishes on. Just be careful with towels so close to the stove. Hooks for hanging up jackets and clothing will help with space too. Or racks in your bathroom to put soap and things. Something else I think might be a good addition is adding a small flip desk that can flatten against the wall when you’re not using it. Might be more practical if you’re wanting to read or use your computer in bed. Wall space is really your friend in this type of environment. I know it’s not really related to this specific video but just thought I might add that.
@TheseOpenRoads
4 жыл бұрын
I don’t have snakes in my shower but your view(s) are definitely prettier 😊
@jyotikrishnamohan2744
3 жыл бұрын
Amazing video! I liked the honesty
@bodybygravity2861
4 жыл бұрын
Who else got here because of the video link in the email? 🥰 P.S. I love your weekly emails Dana and Lou ❤️
@Lisa-tv7me
4 жыл бұрын
me too :)
@sailingavocet
4 жыл бұрын
Great video! We live aboard our sailboat, sailing around the world but if we ever move to land we may get a van- channels like yours are rather convincing! :) Cheers ~
@kristanm5835
4 жыл бұрын
I recognized that Iceland shower immediately! Sadly I wasn't brave enough to use it. :)
@loiswilson7474
4 жыл бұрын
Wow I was laughing and enjoying the fun....then the snake Ok. All part of the adventure
@user-zd5lq2tm4z
4 жыл бұрын
Great job guys! Luv watchin ya from Yonkers,New York.I hope to join vanlife one day in a Ford Transit Connect and travel up and down the East Coast!🥰🥳🙂 Thank you for your constant inspiration!🙂
@ThePastelKat
4 жыл бұрын
My birth city! I miss my hometown. Hello over there, from the pacific northwest. =)
@MakaylaSunshine
4 жыл бұрын
Okay you say “shower” but to me this is just rinsing off. How do you actually thoroughly clean areas you can’t display in public?
@emmask8er944
4 жыл бұрын
She mentioned baby wipes can come in handy, so thats what I imagine they might use!
@bob-ny6kn
4 жыл бұрын
You could wear "shower pajamas" (any cover that makes you feel covered) and reach inside them to clean. Her point of changing her definition of modesty, "shower," warmth, cold, etc. is the key. When deployed in the military, the 2-minute shower is mostly waterless… (water on) rinse (water off), soap up, (water on) rinse (water off) done. Sometimes you have to break ice in a container to get water flowing… brr… but "clean."
@StacyForest738
4 жыл бұрын
I just assume they soap those areas when the camera/people are not around.
@lindseyschupp2557
4 жыл бұрын
We always used the sun showers on the boat! Love them :) and you guys!
@kitchenworker446
4 жыл бұрын
Another great video you two! You inspire me to live ina van. I am seriously giving it some thought for when I eventually retire.
@theseanandrew
4 жыл бұрын
Your videos always makes me want to start living the van life, but I have absolutely NO IDEA where to start and I kinda feel like, because I'm only 20, people would look down on me doing it because I'm so young. So, uh, SOS please advise maybe please?
@errorASMR
4 жыл бұрын
No better time then when you're young to try things out. Just do!
@Oickik
4 жыл бұрын
Buy a van or just bigger car and go somewhere for a one week at least
@Seebee-go8jm
4 жыл бұрын
Sean Livermore Hi Sean - just DO it. Don’t think about what other people might think. It is YOUR life. It is YOUR dream. How great that you have this dream. Make it come true. Start now. Start as soon as possible while you are young and healthy (hopefully) and strong. Watch all these phantastic useful videos like for example this one kzitem.info/news/bejne/k2uMqJ9ueoGihYY about how to make a minimalistic and not expensive mini camper van. Good luck! Have fun!
@spirondimaris925
4 жыл бұрын
i thing is beautiful taking a cold showers good job you guys
@marissaandersen5572
4 жыл бұрын
I love this! I want to travel/live in a van now because of you two! Thank you! ❤
@PiccoloLabs
4 жыл бұрын
thumbs up especially for the snake at the end :)
@Whereamibitches
4 жыл бұрын
I love your videos, but they seem to be getting shorter and shorter, we need more...lol
@TheNishky
4 жыл бұрын
i was missing you two and here is a new video. yeeeeeeeeeeeeei
@excitingwahiking2544
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah can’t use that in Seattle. 24 hour fitness is great for areas you want to actually wash like your private areas. We have a full shower in our van but filling up our water tank every 2 or 3 days is a pain. Also going outside and lighting the water heater when it’s 30 degrees out is not fun. We work every day sometimes Saturday and Sunday and need to take a shower so 24 hour fitness is realistic.
@ronwells8806
4 жыл бұрын
Wet is great!
@laurieanne9712
4 жыл бұрын
OOOO!!! Does anyone know what kind it is?? Poisonous?
@funnyd8798
4 жыл бұрын
Wow thanks for the tips! Take care guys be safe especially from snakes. Yikes. 😉🐍
@carolgriffith9742
4 жыл бұрын
Replying to the newsletter: yes! Fleabag is awesome. Have you watched Russian Doll?
@lilbildonahue3703
4 жыл бұрын
I had a similar experience with a snake!! It was scary. But thankfully not in an outdoor shower!!😛
@bethhoughton1520
4 жыл бұрын
I think a couple of people have asked but how do you feel with personal hygiene during your period? When I travel in my van that's my biggest problem.
@user-zg9wg3jg2x
4 жыл бұрын
Was just looking for your upload! So happy to get this notification! :)
@viopsadmin
4 жыл бұрын
I have heard that here in the states (at least in many places) it would be illegal to do the shower thing from the bag on your van because it would be considered gray water. Or is that only if you use soap?
@JonahSonner
4 жыл бұрын
Hey! So in the states most places you go will have restrictions on water that goes down storm drains, mostly because those will flow straight to a river or stream. You're correct that the water is considered gray water and would need to be disposed of in a sanitary sewer drain or similar. Now, if you're just showering off onto a permeable surface like grass or rock? That's usually acceptable for gray water. I would be more worried about getting cited for indecency laws, if someone called and complained that you were showering in a public place you could get in trouble for other laws, not just water quality.
@JonahSonner
4 жыл бұрын
@@VolvoMojo don't ask me why, but that is considered allowable (in California at least, I can't speak for across the country). It is recommended that cars be washed on lawns or pervious surfaces as much as possible, but no law against it. Soap is a little different though, and while it's a gray area, the general rule is that it shouldn't go into the storm system. Even bio-degradeable soap could be considered toxic in some respect. You probably won't ever get in trouble for it as a resident, but it could still be considered bad practice. It's confusing
@susanjos2315
4 жыл бұрын
Yet another great video! Sorry about the snake though. Sending love from Brooklyn!
@moreynolds9870
4 жыл бұрын
Hello! I wouldn’t mind showering in the cold, outside or anywhere, but sharing with snakes is the biggest no no! I just really do not like them. If I were you I would have Lou on constant watch! Xxx
@doncherney8649
4 жыл бұрын
Best channel in KZitem!
@alexandru_mateescu
4 жыл бұрын
You guys went to Iceland 😁
@lindaclark5911
4 жыл бұрын
Rubbing alchohol is a great spot parts squeeky clean.
@tay9332
4 жыл бұрын
I haven't got too far into the video, but as an alternative to the shower bag (and if you want something with more pressure), I use the RinseKit. I fill it up with a hose adaptor and then it retains pressure for about a month. Downfall is that it only lasts for about 5 minutes but it's definitely nice to have it you have long hair! (My boyfriend and I are both long haired peeps) Here's the link if you're interested in a more detailed description lol rinsekit.com/
@sailingavocet
4 жыл бұрын
We have a rinsekit on our boat (we live aboard) for cockpit showers :) super handy!
@amyatkins9969
4 жыл бұрын
Loved the video, as usual!
@ManuelOrbeaOtaola
4 жыл бұрын
Where in the basque country? Thats Gijon which is Asturias state. Is different to Basque state. ;) Nice video
@Jujumimosa
4 жыл бұрын
Snake!? Omgosh I’d piss me self and need another shower!
@jacquelinegoede3373
4 жыл бұрын
As someone from Iceland, I think it is really funny you would have used that shower. It was put up as a joke by the powerplant workers and is not really supposed to be used like you do :D
@user-hq9ul9bk8b
4 жыл бұрын
Van dwellers do crazy things Jacqueline. My question is it is like rinsing off and not what I call a full shower using say bio soap. But maybe I am just extreme about my personal hygiene. It was interesting to read what you wrote. I visited Iceland some time ago for 2 months. Kind greetings from Switzerland.
@jacquelinegoede3373
4 жыл бұрын
@@user-hq9ul9bk8b Oh, I am not saying it's not good, I am a camper myself and have washed in the weirdest of ways! It's just that particular shower that is a bit funny, also a bit dangerous, as the temperature is not stable and you can really burn yourself. Gotta be careful hehe :D
@user-us6ce7me8k
4 жыл бұрын
Cool! 👌👌
@wandagail2564
4 жыл бұрын
My question is how would a woman shave lol let alone clean herself while on her menstrual
@mimiglopez4415
4 жыл бұрын
Wanda Gail my same exact thought? Dana we need answers.
@wandagail2564
4 жыл бұрын
@vickytemps I gotta shave 😆 I have Italian in me I get hairy 😆
@wandagail2564
4 жыл бұрын
@vickytemps 2nd here in Virginia we don't have outdoor showers only ones u have to pay for, an I can't us Nair hair Removal because I'm allergic to it😫
@kendraharris3974
4 жыл бұрын
Maybe an electric shaver would work? Those don’t require water or soap. Although I second the concern about periods. If I ever did this I would be sure to be on birth control.
@wandagail2564
4 жыл бұрын
@@kendraharris3974 dang it I'm. Slow, I can't believe I forgot about those 😅
@desireeostermanmakeup
4 жыл бұрын
Oh my that snake!
@filipwedrownicki1273
4 жыл бұрын
You know guys till last year we make the same when we travel. Did you know that 20 litres of water (about 5.3 gallons) was enough for my wife and 4 small children? Then I need to fill up solar shower for myself again ;)
@missVmilne
4 жыл бұрын
Love from London : -) x
@mocreatie-maike3751
4 жыл бұрын
Loved it as usual, 👍🏻 ❤️👍🏻 Do you use dry shampoo?
@sandiburgosvideo9792
2 жыл бұрын
Hey
@francodeercow
4 жыл бұрын
❤️❤️❤️
@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist
4 жыл бұрын
For laundry, do you just find laundromats?
@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist
4 жыл бұрын
@vickytemps oh cool! I'll have to look more carefully then :)
@iamclo2742
4 жыл бұрын
Where did she get her beige jumper from? I’ve been trying to find it everywhere
@madelineboulier4191
4 жыл бұрын
Chloe Jayde I want to say it’s a Patagonia fleece
@iamclo2742
4 жыл бұрын
Madeline Boulier thank you so much!
@andrejaropret2432
4 жыл бұрын
If you throw the shower bag on the roof of the van, you can shower standing up :P
@earthandfire4840
4 жыл бұрын
its november 19th the ebook coming out?
@David_11111
4 жыл бұрын
what type of snake ?
@baraaghassan3920
4 жыл бұрын
U are great i🥰
@richardherbst768
4 жыл бұрын
You two are a cute couple... Make sure You both read The Gospel of John... And then discuss it with each other... All Love 💘...
@b6w624
4 жыл бұрын
How do you shave, i mean you can't raise under your shower
@asliyase
4 жыл бұрын
HOW DO YOU KEEP YOUR FEET CLEAN I feel like you cna never wash and dey your feet properly in an outdoor shower
@simondobbins7509
4 жыл бұрын
What a ball ache. Takes a special kind of person to shower in a car park while being attacked by snakes lol.
@nilomyki
4 жыл бұрын
[ 🚿🛀 ] + [ 🧼🧽 ] + [ 🚿🛀 ] = 😁
@RicG.
4 жыл бұрын
If you shower in a bathing suit, that means you aren't able to clean some of the most important areas.................ugh.
@wwaxwork
4 жыл бұрын
It's easy enough to do inside the van in private with a wet cloth afterwards. I mean she's not going to give you a demonstration.
@jamie_busby
4 жыл бұрын
🐍👀😳😱
@Nancita43
4 жыл бұрын
😵🐍
@erikdahl7946
4 жыл бұрын
Lol you failed thumbnail bait by using a half naked man. What a wasted potential... rofl 😅
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