We Just Bought Our FIRST RV… Here’s What We REALLY Thought (5 Years Ago)
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We're talking about sharing humility with you. Back when we first started some 5 years ago, we thought we knew all about RV life.
We're not spending any money because we were enjoying the moment experiences versus shopping.
You can do this and see this beautiful country in Canada and travel with your wife or your husband or your cat, your dog, your mouse.
It doesn't need to break the bank. You don't need to um all this stuff that that I watch out there.
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This video is a time capsule — and honestly… it’s wild to watch now. 😅 Five years ago, right after buying our very first RV, we sat down, hit record, and just talked. No plan. No script. No idea what RV life would actually look like. Just raw, honest thoughts about what we thought this lifestyle was going to be. This is before YouTube experience. Before full-time RV life. Before breakdowns, upgrades, regrets, lessons, and growth. The video is long (41 minutes), unpolished, and very real — because that’s exactly who we were at the time. If you’re new to RV life, thinking about buying your first RV, or just curious how expectations compare to reality… this video hits different. 🎥 Why we’re re-sharing this now: Because so many of you are right where we were back then — excited, nervous, hopeful, and completely unaware of what’s coming next. 🧭 In This Video We Talk About: ✔ Why we bought our first RV ✔ What we thought RV life would be like ✔ Our biggest hopes and fears ✔ What scared us the most ✔ What we didn’t even know to ask yet No edits. No hype. Just honesty. 💥 Welcome to Life Redesigned – Real Travel, Real Laughs, and Real RV Life (No Fluff Included) We’re Bob and Karri, a married couple in our 50s who ditched the traditional life and hit the road full-time in our RV. After 31+ years together, we’ve learned that the best adventures happen when you travel light, laugh often, and roll with it — literally. 🎥 On this channel, you’ll find: ✅ Couples Travel Vlogs – Hilarious, honest looks at life on the road ✅ RV Life Tips – What works, what doesn’t, and what no one tells you ✅ Budget-Friendly Travel – Big experiences without breaking the bank ✅ Campground & Destination Reviews – From epic views to “uh-oh” spots ✅ Gear We Actually Use – REAL reviews from REAL people - NO SCRIPTS 🛠️ Whether you're dreaming of full-time RV living or planning weekend getaways with your partner, subscribe to redesign your life — one unforgettable (and occasionally ridiculous) mile at a time. Why Subscribe? If you're seeking genuine advice on RV living, budgeting tips, and a community that tells it like it is, you're in the right place. We share our journey to help you redesign your life on your terms. 🛒 Want ideas for MUST have RV gear and accessories ?https://www.amazon.com/shop/liferedesigned 💌 Looking for the BEST in mail services for RV life? https://gomyrv.com/liferedesigned ✔️Get high speed, unlimited internet on the road or rural with Connecten Use code "DESIGN35" to save $35 -https://connecteninternet.com?ref=liferedesigned 💥Join Us: ✔️ Subscribe: Stay updated with our latest videos. https://www.youtube.com/@liferedesigned?sub_confirmation=1 ✔️Engage: Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments. ✔️Explore: Check out our playlists for curated content. ℹ️Connect with us EVERYWHERE: 📺 Patreon: patreon.com/LifeRedesigned 📸 Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/life_redesignedrv/# 💻 Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/liferedesignedrv/ 📳 Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@liferedesigned 📧 Email: liferedesignedrv@gmail.com 💲Paypal: paypal.me/liferedesigned