On the Move - Read real stories about people living life "on the move" – Page 2

INTERVIEW WITH CHRISSIE JUNGE (@BRISBANE GIRL IN A VAN)

Chrissie Junge - Brisbane Girl in a Van interview with Maca

For 4 years, Chrissie Junge has been living in the back of a converted ex-masonry truck exploring the prettier corners of Brisbane, Australia. It was after a big break-up of a 7-year relationship that put the Vanlife wheels in motion and when she decided to focus on her dream, becoming an children's book author and illustrator. It hasn't been without its obstacles though, from $20,000 dollars worth of truck break-down costs to waking one night at 2:00am to a mafia meet-up. Read Chrissie's full story and get a sneak peak into her first children's book called "Alfredo."

INTERVIEW WITH JESSICA RAMBO (@PAINTED BUFFALO TRAVELING STUDIO)

Painted buffalo traveling studio bus life interview with Maca

15 years ago Jessica Rambo left the monotony of community college and joined the Marine Corps as a combat cameraman; sending her all across the world and giving her the opportunity to meet some incredible people. Things took a left turn when she was in a terrible car accident that eventually led to being medically separated from the Marine Corps. Like many veterans, transitioning out of military service was a bumpy ride. Jessica struggled with addiction to pain medication, opioids and lithium. She was treated for bi-polar disorder, began experiencing manic and depressive symptoms, and her family relationships were falling apart. In this interview, Jessica talks candidly about how she managed to crawl out of this dark hole and how she found a path forward with two of her passions: art and helping veterans.

INTERVIEW WITH LIZ AND WES (@NAUTICAL NOMADS)

Nautical Nomads do interview with Maca about School Bus Conversion

Liz and Wes believe we are born for more than just paying bills and dying. With that mindset, they decided to buy a school bus in Louisiana off of Craigslist and spend the last two years converting it into their first home. They are on schedule to "set sail" Christmas 2020, travel the USA, and teach their daughter, Finley, about historical sites in person, not just out of a textbook. Learn what they've learned in the process, from making the hard to decision to sell their construction business to running a step-by-step checklist before purchasing a school bus. Step into a day in the life of Liz, Wes, and Finley!

INTERVIEW WITH HOLLY AND JASON (@THE MARVELOUS MINERS)

The Marvelous Miners, Jason and Holly interview with Maca

After giving birth to her son Jack, Holly began to notice she didn't want to leave the house as much, definitely not usual for the Gemini adventurer. She couldn't go to the store and didn't leave the house for the holidays. She was dealing with postpartum depression. She new a drastic change was in order. Find out how Holly, Jason, and little Jack leaped into full-time RVing and how their lives have changed for the better.

INTERVIEW WITH PETER AND SHRUTHI (@HOLIDAY AT SEE)

Ever wonder what its like to live full-time in a van while driving "The Pan American Highway" from Cartagena, Colombia to southern tip of the South America? Peter and Shruthi tell us exactly what it's like, along with their top travel advice and how living on the road has deeply changed their perspective on living a "happy" life. Get their full story in this interview with Peter and Shruthi.

INTERVIEW WITH ETHAN AND KATELYNN (@THE HUNTERS VANLIFE)

Maca interview with Katelynn and Ethan at the hunters vanlife

As rent kept going up in Nashville, Katelynn and Ethan looked at their budget and knew something had to change. They went to a Vanlife rally and instantly fell in love with the lifestyle. Read about Katelynn and Ethan's first couple months of vanlife and how now they are able spend less time at 9 - 5 jobs and more time pursuing their passions in music and coffee.