Maybe We're Just Rambling

We're back with big news! Listen along as we recap the last month of our hectic lives and ramble with you what we're doing and where we're at! Our feel good story for this episode is about USMC Sgt. Reckless, a pony during the Korean War. Link to article ---> https://lovetheenergy.com/sergeant-reckless/ Follow our Instagram and YouTube here! @maybewerejustrambling --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

In this episode of the ramble, we bring in our first ever guest- our lovely friend Krissy, aka Earth to Krissy, who lives and travels in her renovated short bus with her two dogs Izzy and Bodhi. We had such a blast recording this episode and sharing Krissy's story and perspective with all of you. -CONNECT WITH KRISSY- ~YouTube: -Earth to Krissy: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmYCoZOcrBpB492-BuW0pTQ ~Instagram: -Earth to Krissy: https://www.instagram.com/earth.to.krissy/ -Krissy Creative: https://www.instagram.com/krissy.creative/ -Krissy Made: https://www.instagram.com/krissymade_/ READ OUR FEEL-GOOD STORY: -Joe Louis: From Boxing Gloves to Combat Boots: https://www.nationalww2museum.org/war/articles/joe-louis-boxing FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @maybewerejustrambling --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

In this episode, we talk about life with a composting toilet, why we decided to ditch the black tank, and the things we love about our toilet- as well as the things we wish were different. Links: Check out JohnnyCompostingToilets: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JohnnyCompostToilets Our DIY Composting Toilet: https://youtu.be/Kmh2oi7l-ls Life with a Composting Toilet- Bugs, Moisture, and Dirt?! https://youtu.be/WW-gNS_mbhI Our feel-good story: https://www.today.com/pets/pets/creative-dog-names-animal-shelters-help-pets-get-adopted-rcna30332 Follow us on Instagram @maybewerejustrambling --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

This week we ramble from the heart and share our impressions of the people we've met and places we've seen since being in Idaho. We've only been here a month, but it's safe to say this place will leave its mark on us long after we're gone. Links: Our feel-good story: https://www.facebook.com/100051543724713/posts/542418027486317/?mibextid=lg6HMq Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maybewerejustrambling/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

Do you believe in aliens? What about ghosts? What happens when we die? And why are we here? This week we decided to diverge from the theme of our last few episodes and just truly ramble. So we hope you enjoy listening to us pick each other's brains in the most random way possible. Read our feel- good story here: https://en.as.com/latest_news/mothers-day-is-it-a-national-holiday-why-is-it-celebrated-today-origin-meaning-n/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

It's a big, wide world out there, full of adventure and incredible experiences waiting to happen. The last thing anyone wants is for any of that to be tainted by a negative experience. And as more and more people hit the open road and embrace the nomadic life, that means there will be those who try to exploit the innocence and ignorance of travels for their own gains. But just because that's a reality doesn't mean we have to live (and travel) in fear! There are so many ways to equip yourself for safety, ensuring you are as prepared as possible. So in this week's ramble, we talk about what we do, and how a recent experience reminded us of why it is so important to have your head on a swivel and trust your gut. Links: Our feel-good story: https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/01/us/arizona-police-officer-adopts-abused-girl-btc/index.html Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maybewerejustrambling/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

A big part of the reason we went AWOL for two months was because we werebusy getting our rig ready to roll north- to work camp! Have you ever heard people talk about work camping, but you don't really know what that means? Have you considered work camping, but aren't quite sure how to find and apply for jobs? Or maybe you're wondering about the job itself- what would you actually do? This week we sit down and talk about all of that and so much more. Work camping is a great way to set up a home base somewhere you've never been before, meet new people, and have new adventures. We are excited to share our perspective on work camping with all of you. Find work camping gigs on websites like HappyVagabonds: https://www.happyvagabonds.com/ Or, check our @vagajobs on Instagram- it's the work camping version of LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/vagajobs/ Read our feel-good story about the nine-year-old girl that survived 20 hours shipwrecked at sea: https://wearemitu.com/fierce/desiree-rodriguez-lost-sea/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maybewerejustrambling/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

Money is one of those things people can get funny about. For some reason, it's awkward, uncomfortable, and even taboo to talk about money! But when you're living an alternative lifestyle, the money it all takes is important- especially when it comes to people considering that lifestyle for themselves. If you don't know how much it will cost you (or save you) why would you even consider it at all??? Like it or not, money makes the world go round- but it doesn't have to be a nasty conversation. This week we sit down and have a candid conversation about OUR money. Everything from our income, monthly expenses, and (most importantly) our favorite money-saving hacks. Learn about Visible: https://www.visible.com/ Join our Visible group, The Happy Campers! Check out this page: https://www.visible.com/get/ZShj7, code, ZShj7. Learn about Root Insurance: https://www.joinroot.com/ Honorable mentions: the GasBuddy and Mudflap apps for saving money on the road. Read our feel-good story here: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/12155533/rob-konrad-recounts-16-hour-swim-survival Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/maybewerejustrambling?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

Having an RV is supposed to be fun, but nothing can ruin that quicker than something going wrong- especially when it's something that was completely preventable! So this week we follow-up how to buy an RV with how to properly maintain your new home-on-wheels. There may be a bit of a learning curve, but fear of the unknown should never be enough to hold you back, and we hope that this week's episode sheds a little bit of light on something that too few people seem to understand. Links to the show: The Incredible Mattress Mack and His Mission: https://abcnews.go.com/US/mattress-mack-opens-stores-houstonians-amid-dangerous-winter/story?id=75928606 Mattress Mack on the Ellen Show: https://youtu.be/xFx9BFur2Wo Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maybewerejustrambling/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

Buying an RV can feel like an overwhelming challenge that a lot of people feel completely unprepared for. But it doesn't have to be that way! There are so many resources out there to guide first, second, and even third- time RV buyers through the process. Yes, there is a learning curve, but it's like anything- once you get the basics down, it really isn't so bad. So in this episode we share some of the tips and tricks we've learned and implemented in our own RV buying experience. We hope that if you're feeling the call of the wild, and want to answer it in an RV, this episode will give you a few tools you can use on your journey! Links from the show: -The Elephant Rope: https://wealthygorilla.com/10-most-inspirational-short-stories/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maybewerejustrambling/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

Even though the warnings abound, people tend to think of the full-time RV or van life as non-stop scenic vistas, Instagram-worthy adventures, and cozy mornings in the sunlight. It is all of those things but it also comes with its own unique set of challenges and issues. We have all been warned not to assume that someone's life is identical to what they share on the 'gram, but it's an easy trap to fall into. So this week, we wanted to talk about some of the lows of RV life and how we got through them. One of our favorite jokes is to look at each other during a tough time and say, "Man, I sure am glad we've never had to struggle or work for anything of our own!"- because reality could not be farther from that statement and the sarcasm always makes us smile. Links from the show: -Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maybewerejustrambling/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

As we round out the year and look ahead to 2022, we're full of reflections of the last year and everything we've learned. There are so many takeaways, but especially when it comes to living off-grid. Links from the show: -'I Fight for Them': Maine Veterant Builds Temporary Housing for Fellow Vets Who are Homeless: https://www.fox6now.com/news/i-fight-for-them-maine-veteran-builds-temporary-housing-for-fellow-vets-who-are-homeless (follow the link for more information about volunteering). -Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maybewerejustrambling/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

This week we wanted to talk about our reason for the season, how our philosophy towards the holidays have changed, and why we choose to celebrate the season a bit differently. Merry Christmas! Links: -The Dog Cafe That Brought a Neighborhood Together: https://www.pressreader.com/canada/readers-digest-canada/20211101/281784222220423 -Follow highparkpups on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highparkpups/ -Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maybewerejustrambling/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

This week Stuart sits down for an impromptu interview with Rebecca and asks her questions about something that is near and dear to her heart- health and fitness. From cardio-lover turned gym rat in Cuba to mindful yogi present day, we run the gamete and talk about it all, start to finish. Links: -Lush Cosmetics Leaves Social Media for the Health of Their Users: https://www.bbc.com/news/business-59380458 -Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maybewerejustrambling/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

Our reputations precede us a lot of the time. Usually because we are doing something out of the ordinary. In Stuart's case, it's not just because he lives in an RV. It's also because he just so happen to own the fastest NA SBE 4dr Ram in the world. Most people would probably be more than a little skeptical that a half-ton pick-up truck could be capable of such excessive speed, but setting records? In this episode, Rebecca interviews Stuart about his truck, "Murph", the different modifications and changes the truck has been through over the years, and what led him into the world of drag racing. We talk about the Ram truck racing community and why Stuart has grown to love it so much, as well as why it has proven to be such a positive influence on his life. -Follow us on Instagram: @maybewerejustrambling --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

This week we break some news that is fresh off the presses! We could not contain our excitement and it was the perfect opportunity to sit down and tell the world about Rebecca's decision to sell her current truck, and buy a stronger, more capable vehicle for all of our nomadic needs. It was a big decision that was the culmination of weeks' worth of research and consideration. We still need to name the new addition (a 2005 Chevy Silverado 3500) so if you have any suggestions, be sure to let us know! Read our feel good story here: https://www.reddit.com/r/Parenting/comments/qyh6cy/why_dont_children_eat_the_crust_on_bread_mystery/ Follow us on Instagram to keep up with us outside of the podcast as we continue to tackle DIY projects and live our full-time life: https://www.instagram.com/maybewerejustrambling/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

This week we sit down and get a little controversial. We are talking about veganism and hunting, or more specifically, how our perspective of hunting has evolved- especially in Rebecca's case, since she has been plantbased for several years. Our relationship with the natural world is something that comes up quite a bit in our daily lives. It is something we have spent many hours discussing, and we probably will continue to devote time to it going forward. We choose to take a nuanced approach to this particular segment of the conversation, because we believe there is no black and white answer, as convenient as that would be. We consider the philosophy of our beliefs, and we also look to science to inform our decisions. Sources: -Factors contributing to the success of a single-shot, multiyear PZP immunocontraceptive vaccine for white-tailed deer: https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1223&context=hwi -Effectiveness of Spayvac for Reducing White-tailed Deer Fertility: https://meridian.allenpress.com/jwd/article/43/4/726/124126/Effectiveness-of-SpayvacR-for-Reducing-White -Partial Genome of Endangered Red Wolf Lives on in Canines Found in Texas: https://www.proquest.com/docview/2166634730?accountid=8289&pq-origsite=primo -About the Wildlife Science Center: https://www.wildlifesciencecenter.org/about-us -The Red Wolf Recovery Program: https://www.wildlifesciencecenter.org/red-wolf-recovery-program -A Broken Toilet on SpaceX Capsule Means Astronauts Will Return to Earth in Diapers: https://www.npr.org/2021/11/07/1053383188/a-broken-toilet-on-spacex-capsule-means-astronauts-will-return-to-earth-in-diape --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

This week we talk about our path through higher education- which definitely hasn't been linear- and why we've chosen to take the route we have. We also talk about the Gabby Petito case, which resonated with us both so deeply, from the moment the news that she was missing hit the airwaves. Our hearts go out to both the Petito and Laundry families as they grieve the loss of their loved ones. Speculation aside, we can only imagine what going through something like this must be like. If you or someone you know is in an abusive domestic situation, visit https://www.thehotline.org/ for tips and help. Please do not wait. If you are in a harmful situation, please reach out- there are people standing by waiting to help you. My blog, The Ramblings of a Wanderer: https://rebeccagypsysol.wordpress.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maybewerejustrambling/ Let us know what you'd like to hear us ramble about next! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

We've recorded a few episodes now, but somehow neglected to mention the other half of our family- our dogs! Traveling with dogs can be daunting, but we've found that the pros far outweigh any cons. We wanted to talk about that, and share some ways we keep the chaos under control in 200sq. feet. Links: -The Mudbuster paw cleaner: https://amzn.to/3o62Y7h -The Chomchom roller: https://amzn.to/3BQLr83 Follow us on Instagram @maybewerejustrambling --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

We wanted to provide resources for anyone who feels like traveling is just too expensive or too complicated. There is a lot of info in this episode, and we know it won't apply to everyone, but if just a few of you find it helpful, our job will be done! Apps and websites we mentioned: -UC Public CG -Boondockers Welcome -RV Parky -iOverlander -Freecampsites: https://freecampsites.net/ Some of the places we've stayed- and loved: -Dawson Forest WMA, GA -Mahanna WMA, MS -Boot Hill Casino, Dodge City, KS -Pawnee National Grasslands, CO -Medicine Bow National Forest, WY -The Bighorn National Forest, WY -Black Hills National Forest, SD -Buffalo National Grasslands/ "The Wall", SD Follow us on Instagram: @maybewerejustrambling --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

In this episode, we wanted to start at the beginning and explain how we fell in love- with each other, with travel, and with our renovated RV. It's a bit of a long story, but we promise it's worth it! The truck camping vlog: https://youtu.be/jqtu9kJQh3A The truck camping tour: https://youtu.be/MIPcwGr0oMY All of the videos Rebecca has done about our RV renovations: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9TOzPiB_gW119m9iGt_CKjp1p1oDK89I --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support

Welcome to the first episode of the Maybe We're Just Rambling podcast! We are your hosts, Stuart and Rebecca. We wanted to introduce ourselves, explain our intentions behind launching this endeavor, and let you know what you might be able to expect going forward. We are so excited to have you hear and we hope you'll stick around. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stuart--rebecca/support