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I didn’t recognize myself after van life
I didn’t realize how much van life impacted my nervous system… until I stopped. After stepping away from full-time van life, I expected to feel calm again.Instead, I felt restless, on edge, and disconnected from myself in ways I didn’t fully understand. In this video, I’m sharing the side of van life that doesn’t get…
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This Trip Felt Different… (And I finally know why)
This trip felt different. Not because I wanted it to… but because it had to be. I had a timeline, a few places I wanted to see, and two deadlines I couldn’t miss — which meant moving faster than I normally would. And somewhere along the way, I realized how much pace changes the way…
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I sold the van… and I’m not sure how I feel about it.
Over a year ago, I set out to live full-time on the road in a van. In many ways, it gave me exactly what I was looking for — freedom, adventure, and a deeper sense of self-trust than I had ever experienced before. But over time, something shifted. In this video, I’m sharing where I’ve…
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21 mistakes and counting! | Ford Transit Van Build Debrief Part 2
I recorded this video back in June of 2025 and have sat on it ever since. I’m not sure why. But I’m finally editing it into two videos. Part 1 is all about what we got right on the van build, which I published last week. Part 2 (this video) is about what we got…
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16 Things We Got Right | Van Build Debrief Part 1
I recorded this video back in June of 2025 and have sat on it ever since. I’m not sure why. But I’m finally editing it into two videos. Part 1 is all about what we got right on the van build. Part 2, which will be published next, is about what we got wrong or…
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I can’t believe this place exists in Virginia!
Join Blaze and me as we explore the infamous slot canyons of the East in Virginia with my good friend Thoai and her dog Blu.
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Backpacking to Mt Leconte Lodge
Join me as I backpack up to Mt Leconte Lodge in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with my good friend Sheila. We decided to hike the Trillium Gap Trail up to the lodge. It’s the one the llamas take. Unfortunately, we missed them on this trip. We covered 6.7 miles and gained 3,300 feet…
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I messed up!
Blaze and I were having a great time exploring the area near Bryce Canyon National Park when I realized that I desperately needed an oil change (among a handful of other chores). So, we set off to find the nearest quick lube. But unfortunately, it was 1.5 hours away in the opposite direction that I…
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A Dog-Friendly Adventure at Petrified Forest National Park
My aunt, who is a pastel artist, told me to check out this place. She participated in an artist residency, and said it was beautiful! So, I knew I couldn’t pass it up. And really, I think you can’t go wrong with visiting any of the national parks. They are all unique with their diverse…
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We lost the trail!
Blaze and I both love a good obstacle course. There’s something about them that makes you be in the moment, which allows everything else (all of the worry, decision fatigue, and safety concerns fall away). I guess because you’re always thinking about where your next foot placement or foothold will be, as well as your…
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Michelle and Blaze 