i would be extremely careful with this young Mum , please don't show any more videos with parents and children , the S/S social services will be watching this with great "interest" . please protect all parents , especially single parents by not showing their faces or names or the places where they live . 1 child is "taken" by the SS every 15 minutes in the UK and no reason is needed other than " possible future emotional abuse" which could mean anything at all and they , the SS , do get "bonuses" for every baby or child they take . take care 🙂
I admire her for her courage and vision, the only problem is, because more people are turning to van life the government is starting to clamp down on vanlife and stealth camping, the government want everybody under control and paying exorbitant amounts of tax with no freedom at all, I wish success and happiness to all vanlifers
It's why those with the awareness to see through this constant and cyclical bullshit and come together is so necessary and dare I say, inevitable 🙏🏼 How much control, manipulation, lies, corruption, fallacy and delusion must it take before the conscious able build community again without fear of that which only wishes to obstruct and own freedom within this grand charade. Back into van life next month, even if I wanted another option I can't afford it or am willing to sacrifice so much else to attain it. Pockets of land to collectively share, grow, rest, be, must be the focus as this madness we inherit as 'reality' rapidly intensifies towards it's inevitable demise. It's not easy right now for so so many, perhaps it never has been. Boy this place is one heck of a fuckery. Another lovely soul here, willing to not accept the crap presented to us by the program 👌🏼
@@Simmy_NG will in that case might as well just give it all up now, and just do/stop doing anything that you might want to do unless the "authorities" say it's alright for you to do. Whoever those "authorities" happen to be at that time. You won't need your/our so called free Will anymore, no?! Free Will /Soul what is it good for anyway? Am I wrong?
Cherish these moments because you have the opportunity to spend quality time with him. Big homes are over rated your van is beautiful but the time with your son is priceless
As a fellow van lifer approaching my first year in a van I admire her courage. And doing it with a little one. I wish her all the best with her new build
When I was 21 My baby and I lived in a VW transport van with a pop top and bed in the back. Was so liberating to have that freedom as a young single mom financially. It was also lovely to know I could go wherever I needed when I needed. I worked in health food stores and had many friends with children . We camped at the base of the Tetons for one summer. I think it's so good for kiddos to see, experience live the world. And you don't need to be Uber wealthy to do it. 😊😊
@@Youwish34 I was lucky enough to be a deadhead, rainbow when it still had camping and kids and community . These days I'd likely look through Unitarians, next door family meetups, school friends, family friends. I think there is a large growing community of like minded nomadic individuals you could research as well.
That's what pisses off the control Globalist freaks !!! Seeing people who aren't wealthy travel n enjoy life. How awful of them, right ??? What a twisted bunch they are n they need to be stopped or our grandkids will not know what a camping trip is or feels like.
It is devastating that a single mother must live in a vehicle to be able to afford taking care of her child. But she is doing what she has to do and has done it in such a beautiful and intentional way. They will be happy and comfortable and I hope that things get easier for all of us out there someday.
She's not doing what she has too... She's living how she wants... She said she never wanted to live in a house... Alternative living isn't always a result of desperation... Some just wish to go their own way...She owns a boat... She's not totally broke...Boats aren't cheap
@@mekareactsandreviews3026 Well because she's saving so money on living costs. That gives her the chance to improve her living situation. In a few years it won't be appropriate for her son to be sleeping in the same bed as her. Would you rather she just worked to pay stupidly high rent and childcare costs with nothing much left after bills?
@esta7819 She said she's going to get a bigger van or bus when her son gets older...She's doesn't want a house...She said that...She's not desperate ir doing this to save...She just want to live alternatively...That's it..Ppl always have this wrong assumption,that if ppl live in a Vehicle of any kind it must because they have no choice..No many choose it cause they want time to live...Not work their lives away trying to live like everyone else...
@@mekareactsandreviews3026 she did say if anyone were to offer her a farm house she would take it though. I think people are tired of paying all their salary for a room or small box apartment. I'm sure most would choose a decent house over a van if it was possible...
As a father of a 3 year old I cannot imagine under any circumstances ever abandoning my child. Babies need a lot of nurturing and affection from both parents
People are programmed robot slaves of the system thinking happyness starts with extern factors like status, money, material things that means nothing and its relativ and an illusion create by society....working and buying stuff out of emptyness. If your happyness depend on extern factors you will never be because extern factors are endless. Happyness starts inside you. Sounds cliche but its true. The more people around you, the more expectations, talk about others, comparing out of insecure, judge, negativity, jealousy, double standards, violent, sneakyness, own benefits etc..... reflection of their broken empty souls. Alone or in solitude you have more strength, peace, power, happyness, freedom and time....
Perfectly said, I totally agree & that's with me having had everything in life (that people supposedly desire) in my earlier adult years...around some years ago the penny dropped & I realised no amount of materials & money would give me the happiness I so much wanted & needed... & so the very simple non materialistic life started. I've still got loads of stuff to get rid of, but I'm getting there slowly.
@@keepitreal1547 same here....i had "everything" but i was not happy at all and feel still empty so i change everything radical when i was 35, now i am 43.....choose to be alone and i feel blessed and train myself.....be the light in your own life. You born alone and died alone and in between we are all guests..... I still learn and never be there where its ok.....in the here and now is where the magic happens. Future is an illusion and the past are just thoughts.....memories. Blessed to you and much love from here.....the Netherlands
@@chirovandenbos2339 You're a double of me in your ways & thinking. I also like the Dutch people as we seems to understand eachother well. Brits & Dutch
@@keepitreal1547 Ah nice :) Sometimes it feels alone but there are enough like us not following cheaps blinded by the mainstream.....and i dont feel better then others, but more be carefully and awake. Nice to hear from you
I’m a fellow single mum of two a 8 year old and a 5 year old and I think your a wonderful parent and inspiring during cost of living crisis that you can make future plans when most single parents can’t and are really struggling. I hope you find your tribe I think you are amazing and I would love one day to do some van life with my kids x
I am a landlord and some of my tenants are more minimalist parents, that also travel! They always joke how they get harassed for basically having a tiny home and not buying a home, yet they get to live the life of their dreams because they’re willing to live a little smaller and more flexible life. Obviously, financially it would be wiser for them to have a condo, but one bedroom apartments seem to be just the right size for a particular type of person who isn’t sure where they want to settle down. That said, most of my one-bedroom apartments has people staying for about seven years and when they do move out it’s debt free because they didn’t need to pay for an extra room and all the “stuff” to fill it. One tenant in particular was a single mom who love to camp, she wasn’t van life, but she take her car, canoe, and tent and they would travel constantly when she wasn’t at work.
My encouragement is people can find a unique space. Something like an apartment over someone’s garage or next door to an elderly couple, there is the best of both worlds when you can travel and have a place to call home.
I just wondered where do they shower n for reg bathroom use I definitely need a bathroom set up. I wished they explained this. Many of this vids don’t even touch the subject. I feel its very important. I love this lifestyle but need bare minimum like a working bathroom, kitchen n electricity w a/c. Wish her the best, beautiful baby n momma, stay safe❤❤❤❤❤
They are dirty most the time and infrequently shower at campgrounds or gyms offering a free, promotional day pass. It's dangerous to live that way. For many reasons.
Do you know her personally? They don’t look dirty at all. It’s easy to wash with a small amount of water and she can go swimming and shower there. Nobody has to shower daily to stay healthy.
She has a water foot pump. She knows what she needs and doesn't need. It's actually quite good for your body not to be doused/washed in chemicals daily. You should try it 😊
This is an interesting way of living: had a few questions for her tho/ 1. Can you park anywhere and live there for any number of days or are there any restrictions? 2. What about toilet and bathing facilities in the van? 3. What about the safety aspect, especially at night that too with a little child? 4. Now the child is small, but what happens when he needs to apply for school place / catchment area etc? All the best thanks!
Another beautiful video guy's. With a lovely outlook on life from a single mum just show's happiness is there for everyone. A park up on my land would always be open if ever in Wales and wanting to be in touch with nature.
I really like the layout with the cosy bed area in the middle and a living space in the rear, with the option of the barn doors being open for a great view and easy access. I haven't seen a conversion like this before but it seems practical and quirky. Great video and interesting story. Thank you.
I think she's an amazing person living in the reality of today's modern world. So much is expected of us, but the corporations are refusing to give us the employees a living wage. So, to anyone who has a negative comment, please keep it to yourself. Not everyone is happy living paycheck to paycheck. And if you can find a suitable safe alternative to just scrapping by then, do so. The cutie little baby boy has his own bed. She has heat, refrigerator, stove, and food. "Little man is just fine/safe and loved." Much love and respect to you sis, stay safe❤❤❤❤❤
What she has is luxury. I was a single mum with a 2 year old and traveled the East Coast of Australia in just a tent for 2 whole years until my daughter was 4 and a half and close to school age. We mainly visited national parks, so bush and beach camping, 70 in total in 2 years and I constantly had to put the tent up and down, blow up the mattress etc and same with the bedding and cooking stuff. Constantly packing and unpacking everything. That was 20 years ago. I would have loved to have had a van in those days.
Thank you for sharing your story dear one. I'm pregnant and I am terrified and in a very intense transitional phase of life at 32 years old. Consciously practicing surrender and trust in divine timing and protection ❤
What a inspiration this young lady is , She has done the London thing (work) and has come to the conclusions it’s out in the van or boat is where she feels happiest. With a positive attitude anything is possible ,I for one wish you all the very best were ever life takes you Bec .
I remember when my first born was that age and I read to him daily and he is very very intelligent Love's books and is self-taught in several things he taught himself through books. It's nice you can spend a lot of time with your son while he's at at that age.
What a unique layout in this van build. It is absolutely perfect for your living situation with still having your privacy. Raising your son on the road will give him exposure to the outdoor adventures that he would probably not have otherwise.
Well you guys, that was different. Wasn't expecting a single mum. You're definitely keeping us on our toes 😀. Really enjoyed the vid, Becks is another one who's living the dream along with her son... how good is that 👍🏻. I know what she means about finding your tribe...it is a thing. Glad she's remained focused and bought the bigger van... I'll have a look on Instagram. Look forward to the next one...🙏🏻💚💚
Her little boy seems to be happy and healthy so she must be doing something right. There are so many people who moan about living in over crowded homes expecting to be housed by the local authority. But sit on their bums popping children out they can't afford. Not actually doing anything to change their circumstances. This mum will be living a better life than many who are just working to live.
@@Justabitnosey was she? Guess I'll have to listen again. If thats the case, why in the world would she start the little boys life by confusing people, confusing him as he ages. Gees, let boys be boys and allow them to be and look masculine! I hope this isn't the case. Every Willow I know is a girl.
Being a UK resident who is obsessed with Tiny houses and van life, I'm so chuffed to see a channel from an English couple, featuring people from England. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Sharon! Thanks for the comment. We're brother and sister, and we run the channel together. It's great to get stories out there of people in the UK living alternatively, as we don't see much of it on channels like this. Enjoy 😊🙌🏼
@@liveration So nice you shared this information here. First time watching. You're both so lovely. I so enjoyed this woman's testimony...fabulissimo. So refreshing that she had to really think hard about negative van life...what a great attitude she has. Bless her life and that of her sweet baby child. Would love to see her boat as well...oh, yes, her van is perfect. I'd hire her in a twinkling of an eye to fix up my tiny home (if i had one)😀😁🥰 Thank you.
@@liverationI’ve been seeing several UK Van Life YT channels. I hope you can find them. I would post a link but I can’t remember who they all are, but there are a few.😊😊
So sad so many single mothers out there battling to take care of their children by themselves, shame on the children's fathers! Simply disgusting the irresponsibility of so many men. 😮
What an inspiring video! As more and more of us are feeling the pinch and struggling to provide for our kids, as we would like to, it's great to see someone who has found a solution that works for them. Vanlife is not for everyone, but they look happy and healthy enough to me! Well done. And what a super production! I've been following this channel since Mad Mark and the quality is amazing! Very professional. Subscribed!
Thanks for the great comment! Great to hear from someone who has watched from the start ☺️ many more videos to come! Glad you’re enjoying them. Sophie & Ryan
van looks great .and I really think this IS the way to go for people ,rents are so high now , I had to search today for a place for my son , and for just a room, it was just ridiculous, how are the young supposed to get anywhere affordable to live , I did it myself by living on a small boat for a year ,id recommend it to anyone .
I want that van life but never would I sleep at night being exposed easily to crazy people out there. Its not the safest way to live. I did some research and the amount of breakdowns and places to sleep are so stressful. You must be educated before you even attempt this. The people who succeed still have their own sets of trouble. Yes its cheap and I hope everyone had a safe plan to protect themselves.
I regret giving my van away on one level, but a couple needed a home and i couldnt live in it back then due to my health ... I really really miss being in a van and hate being in a bungalow in an over 55's complex. Admire this young lady for going out and living on the road with a little un... Wishing her the very best.
Just wondering does Beck work for even the bit of money she says they need. Shes more fortunate because she has a boat too. She said she splits her time between both van and boat. She said she would accept a free farm house with land. Wouldnt we all lol. I think its all about paying rent but nothing comes free. Some of us need to pay rent or a mortgage to be close to work and a stable income. I couldnt live like that from hand to mouth especially with a child. Its the personal safetey aspect that is a concern. She doesnt seem that sure about her decision. A stable income is obviously a must but i do hope things work out for hand her child. Her parents must be concerned though.
You obviously didn't watch all the video. 1 She is living off her savings from her previous jobs as a interior designer 2 she parks near her friends and relatives so she takes showers and other things there 3 she is planning to switch careers before the savings finish 4 she is planning to sell her boat and van in the future for a truck for a bigger space for her and her growing child 5 she planning to get her license to drive it 6 the lady don't sound broke just frugal 7 you seem be at the back of the class because neither can you process or retain information or 8 probably you think she is lying
Great job Beck. What a wonderful early life for Willow. Rents are ridiculous almost everywhere so what you are doing makes perfect sense to me. Rent a room or be mobile in a van? I’d choose peace and freedom any day. Your son is on quite the field trip. Be safe and enjoy. Hello from the Pacific Northwest in WA State USA.
Renting is wasting! If you can work a job which allows you to be disciplined enough to save at least half of your earnings, then you can pay cash for a house while saving big money by avoiding % interest rates on10-30 year mortgage loans. That's why some people drive Semi-trucks long enough to do such things...
Lovely level headed lady. Admiration. Living her best life and her son is thriving. Her parents can be proud. Haters go look at your own life. Be kind. End of....
I would prefer a box truck, but that's me. I think it's a great idea, you've got to have disposable income and your child isn't hanging around housing commission etc.
I hope her son will grow into a nice man and look after her when she gets old.He will remember his mother's struggles and be always grateful and loving towards her.
Well I think you have got life sorted ,No big bills more to time to spend with little man,and plenty of travel you child will learn more hanging out with you
The Government is stepping in on lives outside the norm because they miss the money. We are all being opted out of homesteads because of the rise in living, interest rates, etc. Instead of them making it easier for all of us, they will get their claws in. Much success to you and your son.
see about doing architecture deign remotely that would solve most problems and the only good thing that covid did was show that remote work can be done just as easily on road than in a building and that video conferencing worked just as good as in person
Smart lady...makes no sense to pay another person's mortgage...that's what it has become for renters...The rich people( landlords) are laughing at us all....rough it and save save save.....as long as you can....
Living in a van is financial freedom wich these days is the closet you can get to actual freedom in the uk the no overnight sighns need to come down to stop more welcoming towns from being over run dont blame the van dwellers blame the system
Great video, new sub here, well done. I'm in my 50's now and i'm now seriously thinking of doing the van life (although it'll be a motorhome for me) in the next couple of years and actually getting excited about the proposed adventure as I want to tour the whole of the UK first before doing a year or two across Europe........i'll be timing it with taking some of my early pension lump sum and savings!...i need the free life....my feet are getting itchy 😊
I just started BUS life! I’m a lot younger but I encourage you in any way and let all those things holding you back melt away with the thought of FREEDOM!🤍
It's very interesting to me that on one side they say we must live inside our means, then when we find a way to do that, someone doesn't like it and wants to say "but you can't do that." So what ate we supposed to do???
I agree. You just have to do what makes you happy & not care what anyone else thinks. They aren't living your life! I get this often because I became too ill to walk without surgery almost a year and a half ago now. They would rather see me in an apartment but I cannot afford it & my van and apartment living was he|| for me living with CPTSD noise related. The Van was my answer to prayer from God. Its such a small space I don't necessarily "need" to walk far. It's challenging for me but living off grid is so utterly blissful. I need that silence to thrive unlike most people. I hope to buy some land one day I can live on legally.
Considering this life Bec my addict downstairs neighbor brought bedbugs into the apartments and the entire building in infested here and the landlord doesn’t care about it at all I can’t afford to have them removed so I’m planning to leave asap I’m just looking to save enough that I can get an a/c for my cat so she’s not in a hot car and then some other odds and ends and then I’m leaving I’ve already made up my mind to take that leap if I don’t like it I can always go an get an apartment I just can’t put up with living here anymore
Try paying 3000 for a 1 bdrm with a cranky landlord who is super nosy . I live in a new truck camper and will never go back to the 600 Sq ft box I lived in . Freedom is a wonderful thing .
It's the same for senior citizens. We're on a very low fixed income yet rent manager raised my monthly rent over $200. a month plus all things ip in price the past 2 years. I still work yet my income is not increasing. I would love to move but my rental manager has been taking so much of my money I've got nothing for savings to make other arrangements and I know that eventually in the next couple years I will be doing the same as you.
Willow is so cute offering an interesting leaf to start contact and interaction - what a charming and early developed lad! Beck is a no-mad mum. By and by a community will be found or emerge/develop. A reaction to crazy prices and crowded superficial fake-glammy city-life is inevitable. I'm glad to get to see a glimpse of free spirit blossoming here. Thanks for sharing. 🙂All the best wishes.
These people on here be reaching. I am convinced that either people didn't watch the video or just think this lady is lying. Or maybe is the landlords on here tolling. How dare she live in a van and don't rent my cramped expensive space. People the lady living off her savings and is taking a break to contemplate watch she is going to do for a living in the future. She has plans to get a bigger space for herself and child with bathroom and other things. She park near friends and family so she can give her child a bath. I don't know why people so judgmental about other people's lives. As if cramped in a 1 or 2 bedroom apartment paying rent or mortgage with no savings for her child's college and future while enriching the landlord or the bank paying high interest is the way to go.
I'm convinced many people that have commented being judgmental haven't watched the video either 😅 or just jumped to conclusions a few seconds in. Many questions have been asked, even though the answers are in the video 🥴 Sophie ✨️
So America should send $60 billion more to Ukraine and how much more to Israel? We have 70+year old widows living in vans without heat and running water, because living due to inflation is punitive. Young family no house, we have the same situation here.
