Youtube comments of Michael Walters (@michaelwalters7110).

  1. Mike the bus guy here. Thanks Peter for coming out here and hanging out with us. Seems I hit the nail on the head with my comment about people thinking we are drug addled. My lack of teeth is actually the result of a particularly bad car accident many years ago, but seems to instantly get me labeled as a drug addict. That's ok though, I get that people could not possibly know my backstory so I do not judge them for their error. God Bless you and them. At any rate I am glad to have met you and to have had the opportunity to give some insight to people as to how we, the nomads live out here. Stay safe out there in the world sir.
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  2. I am happy that finally this issue is getting the unbiased coverage it deserves as many people will never fully grasp the huge scope of the border crisis due to lack of transparency. Thank you Peter for sharing this type of content.Stay safe out there in the world.
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  3. I am saddened by their loss. It is sad that there are evil people in this world who seek to do harm to others. It is sad we lost a soul who was willing to stand between us and that kind of evil.
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  4. So they terminated pursuit because of danger to the public. What's more dangerous, a single car full of guns and criminals which is accounted for by a pursuit vehicle, or the potentially dozens of criminals who are now armed with those now unaccounted for guns provided by the now unaccounted for criminals? Horrendously poor service by LAW ENFORCEMENT, who in my opinion have just made a bad situation Worse. The officer or officers who ended pursuit should be fired.
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  5. I stand behind the store owners. It has become evident that law enforcment have no interest in keeping criminals contained, so therefore it is the responsibility of we the people to defend ourselves and our businesses. If criminals don't fear law enforcment then it is time for them to fear US!
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  6.  @LordKroc  I have learned after many years to not take such views personally. As I pointed out nobody could possibly know my backstory without asking. I follow Gods teachings and do not judge them for their errors. God Bless you and much love to you as well.
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  7.  @UFOS4  Thank you for taking the time to watch the video. I enjoy Peters videos as well and was happy to share my story with him and you. God Bless you and be well.
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  8. Just normal people, doing normal things things for normal reasons. Not much different then anyone else living in any big city on the planet. Nice to have some positive affirmation of that. We rarely see the normal of things in media these days. Thanks Peter and Lalo for taking the time to share with us this inside view of Mexico City. God Bless.
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  9. @Theresa They can certainly be a handful but I love them and and they love me. Cannot ask for anything more then that.
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  10.  @emanoelpaulino1935  God Bless you, I hope one day you have the chance to see for yourself what this lifestyle is like.
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  11. Hello FedEx guy. Mike the bus guy here. Thank you for making sure our packages get to us safely. Much respect and appreciation for what you do sir. God Bless and be safe on the roads.
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  12.  @PeterSantenello  Thanks Peter. Yeah I know haters gonna hate. Tale as old as time. I don't sweat it. Actually found it quite funny to be honest that I called it beforehand. No worries my friend not gonna be any sleep lost here. Hope you are well sir, and hope maybe we can meet again someday. It was an absolute and total pleasure. God Bless and Be Safe out there in the big old world.
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  13.  @NJ-os3rn  My pleasure.I hope you get the opportunity to expirience this lifestyle at some point. God Bless you and be safe.
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  14. Hello Christopher. Mike the bus guy here. May I take an opportunity to say a big thank you sir for what You do, keeping this countries economy running. Without guys like you, guys like me would be S.O.L. God Bless and be safe out the on the roads.
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  15.  @pjrichards3974  Thank you for the love. Please do not make any rash decisions as it can be hard, but you would be welcome in my camp anytime! God Bless you and be safe.
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  16. Mike the bus guy here. Definitely not the vibe I get from him having been around him. Far from it. He is actually one of the few people on this earth I would trust with my life. God Bless.
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  17. New Mexico is the Frontline. This is the place where We the People say no more. Government officials need to step back and remember one key fact... They are the Servants, to We the People, not the other way around. God Bless the people of New Mexico. Stand firm in this fight and know you are supported all across the nation. ( Edited to complete a sentence)
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  18. A crisis of epic proportions.
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  19. Greeting fellow nomad. Mike the bus guy here. Hopefully you are not here Baking in the heat currently. Quartzsite will be here waiting for you again next season. Safe travels.
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  20.  @MrCPPG  Thank you for your service as well. I do not stress people judging me anymore, it's just another day in my life. Just found it amusing that I actually managed to call it before it happened. Was actually laughing when I found the comment. God Bless you and be safe.
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  21. Mike the bus guy here. Campfires can certainly be interesting that's for sure. Had conversations where the heat of the topic was hotter then the flames of the fire. But yeah we all know it's just eachothers own unique perspective of the world around us. To each their own. God Bless. ( Edited for spelling)
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  22. Pulling back the veil yet again. I admire your dedication to exploring the full scope of a situation. "Let my people go" God bless you Sheriff. Stay safe all.
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  23. A very compelling analysis of modern society. A very scary situation and a very real problem.
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  24.  @ElMariachi1337  A pleasure to share. Peter certainly has some of the most interesting coverage on YouTube to be sure. Other side of the pond huh? That is a bucket list item for me to visit your part of the world.God Bless you and be safe.
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  25.  @LVSpeedweLL  Thank you for the condolences. I miss him everyday. He was a very special man and took the time to raise me right. God Bless and be safe.
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  26.  @dkwuhn  Agreed. God Bless you.
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  27.  @DIARRHEA-PANIC  I do my very best to care for these two fuzzy pups. They are my world. God Bless and be safe.
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  28. This is monumental. Whether anyone else may say it I recognize the fact that these are the real faces of the people on the front lines of a very real war. If you want to see another face look in a mirror. Pure Michigan!
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  29. Interesting. I remember hearing about this on television at one point, but never researched it. Great presentation. Hecklefish is super cool. Thank you for sharing these stories with us.
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  30. Thank you Ms. Rodas for your courage and testimony. This is a crisis of epic proportions and needs to be addressed immediately. God Bless you for being the voice the children need to bring this to light. (Edited for spelling)
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  31. What a simple, pleasant way of life. There was a definite logical thought process to how and why Titus made the decision to go this route. Nice. Thanks Peter for continuing to share this quality content with all of us.
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  32.  @erismana2105  Would it then shock you to learn that cartels also have major involvement in the legal sales and marketing of Avacados you find in grocery stores as well. Something else many people may never know.
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  33.  @ronnavaughn2928  It was my pleasure. Peter is a down to earth guy who approaches his stories with no preconceptions which is refreshing. The pups and I will do our very best to stay safe. God Bless you and you stay safe as well.
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  34. Thank you Wes and Aiden for showing us around. Aiden great work on your academic achievements. Keep up the good work.
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  35. Time and time again AWP gets results when law enforcment fails. Perhaps they should be hired by agencies to come do training sessions with law enforcment and SAR teams around the country since it is readily apparent law enforcements current training, tactics and equipment are completely inadequate.
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  36.  @elaine8013  I am glad you are still with us. Apparently God was watching over both of us. Hope all is well God Bless and be safe.
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  37. The sad thing is is that many of the people on the streets are there for much the same reasons. The difference is they probably wouldn't survive the conditions out here without some sort of FEMA camp level intervention and adequate supplies. It is that harsh and undeveloped. My heart goes out to all the people currently out there on the streets. I chose to be here BECAUSE I SEE THEM. My bus makes it hard for me to go observe places like "THE ZONE" in Phoenix but a search for a real solution is part of why I came out here to begin with. I watched my city wither and die after the auto industry moved out of the area. As specialty business like furniture builders closed their doors after a hundred years or more. It was heartbreaking. I realized quite early that a decline was coming, and if I did not put myself in a position to be of service to those falling through the cracks I would be another statistic. I observe and am seeking long term solutions to things like affordable housing, and I Will even go so far as to call the people on the streets REFUGEES, displaced in their own country and overlooked. I often hear people say they should get help, then get mad because a shelter is opening near their home or residence. Still not sure what the answers are but if we all work together and moreover SEE EACH OTHER, the world could change. I pray it does. God bless. (Edited for Grammer)
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  38. God bless you Miss Lucy for sharing your story with us. In an age where people are working so hard to write out the dark spots in history this reminds us of why we should never let this be forgotten. When we forget that a bad thing happened we forget the reasons why and how it happened. We do not teach our children these things because we Revere the event, but rather to remind ourselves of the things that went wrong and how to avoid the same mistakes in the future, so our next generation can move forward instead of making the same mistakes. Thank you Peter for the presentation and preservation of this story so it does not become a forgotten thing. God bless you sir, be safe out there.
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  39. Has Jurassic Park taught these people nothing? Bad idea, these creatures had their time, let them be.
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  40.  @caronwilliamson951  Thank you for saying so. I hope I made him proud as he left some pretty big shoes to fill. God Bless and be safe.
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  41.  @The.Original.Potatocakes  Let's see. I miss the fish ladder on the grand river, the Gerald R Ford Museum, the Grand Rapids Art Museum and even though it is no longer there, the old City Center department store from back in the 80's. That train they had that hung from the ceiling, I used to ride that thing for hours, lol.
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  42. Mike the bus guy here. Hello UK. I have never heard of a narrow boat but now that I have I am going to do some research because it sounds super interesting. I had considered a houseboat before choosing the bus. Hope this finds you well. God Bless and be safe on the water. (Edited for spelling)
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  43. Glad to hear that you are having a good life in the city. There are certainly good parts to a city life. There are aspects I still miss, like the availability of entertainment venues and activities. That's the most beautiful aspect of this country, the fact that we can choose from many paths. I hope all continues to go well for you. God bless.
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  44.  @jamesgarret5033  Sad indeed. However we need police to step up and do their civic duty. The fact that they are too afraid of perceptions tells me they are ineffective. The lack of action is far more dangerous over time then a potential car crash in my opinion. Either way is a risk, it always has been.
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  45. Hopefully other airlines are taking notes.
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  46.  @Downsdddgh  I agree it is a two way street. Full native on foot would be tough but I have seen people doing it. I need the bus mostly to house the dogs while I am doing other stuff away from camp. It doesn't hurt that it has a comfy bed to sleep in though. God Bless.
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  47.  @almosthome5971  Come on out next season. Plenty of room in camp for newcomers. God Bless and be safe.
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  48.  @almosthome5971  Then I will keep you in my prayers and have you here in spirit.
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  49.  @Mark-rl5xl  I would suggest then going back and watching some of Peters earlier videos about the border. He ran a whole series about the issue and has interviewed a bunch of different people to get a wider perspective. As for bias in this reporting, if it was there it was not readily evident.
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  50.  @ciejlyn  My pleasure. God Bless and be safe.
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  51.  @JunglejitsuINC.  Thank you for the love. God Bless you as well. Be safe.
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  52.  @Stay_Loose407  why? It gets cold out here in the winter and my long hair covers my ears and keeps the howling wind out of my ear canals. One of the nice things about living free is not caring what you think about how we live.
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  53. Tragic. My thoughts and prayers for these men and their families. God bless.
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  54.  @txJoJo55  Maybe so, but in my opinion it was a Very Bad Call if that's the case. The criminals now have the ability to cause death or damage in many different locations because of this. Car accidents Suck, I know firsthand, but are often more survivable than gunshot wounds. So was it a Danger Call, or a Lack of Nerve call by the department. We may never know. Being a Police Officer means sometimes you are put in harms way and every officer knows that, or should know that. Sometimes that means making arrests under less then ideal conditions. They used to chase down expired tags and speeders with more vigor than they do criminals these days.
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  55.  @evilhairlessmonkey7700  Don't make the mistakes I did. Do a very thorough check of all the RV systems and check the roof for tears and water leakage. Lots of people will rip you off if you don't know what to look for. Do some solid research on what to look for before you go hunting for a rig. Best of luck God Bless and be safe. (Edited for spelling)
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  56. Just watched a video on narrow boats. Totally awesome. That seems like a tranquil peaceful life. Safe journeys to you and other narrow boaters.
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  57. A tragic loss. My condolences to the familes and friends.
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  58. They have the right to peaceful protest, but once they blocked the vehicle and restricted it's movement that's infringement on freedom of travel and potentially unlawful detainment. That's an arrestable offense. And here I thought Grad students were supposed to be Smart. Apparently not. No sympathy for the students here.
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  59. It's units and training like this that keep us at the Tip of the Spear. Thank you for the insight.
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  60. I would add in that if he fails the test, any and all executive orders signed into law during his presidency be immediately overturned, all person's appointed to political positions by his administration be immediately removed, any new agencies created by his administration be immediately disbanded and a precedent set that all candidates must show proof of cognitive ability before being allowed to run for office at all levels of government.
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  61. Thank you for your service CSM Christian, and thank you for sharing your insight on basic training with the world. This brings back some memories of my own.
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  62.  @pamelas1002  That's the main reason I agreed to talk to Peter. No judgment, no preconceptions just honest curiosity. That's a rare thing. God Bless.
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  63.  @thenetworkguy_  Hello Australia. Hopefully I get a chance to come see the outback sometime. It's a dream of mine.
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  64. Thank you Mr. Heaton for your service. Also thank you for keeping this event in the light as so many would like it to be forgotten. God Bless.
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  65. Thank you Jimmy for your service and thank you for showing us around. Thank you Peter for continuing to share this type of content. God bless and stay safe.
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  66. Its always nice to see people happy and enjoying life. The amount of activities seemed to be a very positive motivation for people to get together and just have a good time. That's lacking in so many ways in larger cities in my opinion.
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  67.  @chicken_and_waffle_stomp  True enough, but I question why air support was not kept in a tracking mode. While I do not normally suggest outrageous driving, the fact that the criminals are able to scare officers away from pursuit troubled me. Maybe we need some Mad Max style pursuit officers who have the nerves for the chase.
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  68.  @mwcinci  Thank you for the compliments. We love it out here. God Bless and be safe.
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  69. I guess karma is catching up with the house of mouse. Get woke and your stock prices as well as your props will burn to the ground.
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  70. I think that if they are allowed the increase they should be required to present absolute proof the money is used as intended. For instance all service upgrade workorders must he accompanied by helmetcam footage and inspection paperwork showing the work was done and certified. If forward progress is not verifiable within one year, DTE should be required to refund its endusers at the rate of increase plus interest and also be required to reduce its rates to affordable levels. Talk is easy, action is not.
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  71. Glad to hear K9 Dozer has a hopeful prognosis. Thank you for the update.
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  72. Safe travels, God bless.
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  73. Consider what he may have done to the clerk had that shield not been in place and tell me why store owners have no reason to be armed. This man stands as an example of why we should ALL be armed. (edited to delete chubby finger mispelling)
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  74. Apparently that young mans guardian angel was along on the vacation. Prayers for a speedy recovery.
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  75. Thank you. I hope all works out well for you and your husband in the future. God bless.
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  76. This was truly inspirational. It makes my heart glad to know that a place such as Promise exists. Please pass a thank you to Jeff on my behalf. You are also a great inspiration Amanda. I am glad you have found happiness and companionship. God bless you.
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  77.  @Tammy121111  Glad you are still here with us. God was watching over you as well when you had your accident. He sees the quality of the soul not the appearance of the body. God Bless and be safe.
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  78.  @theretailadv  Thank you for the kind words. I will pass the hellos along to the guys when we meet up again next season. They have both gone to their summer destinations while my crazy self remains here in Quartzsite year round. (Edited because autocorrect changed a word to something completely different)
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  79.  @believestthouthis7  No fear here. Just waiting to Home like everyone else who knows Him.
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  80. Everyone involved in the decision making process that allowed this inmate out of the cellblock should be fired and convicted for assisiting in a felony escape.
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  81. I hope the Northern Strike training exercise was impactful, useful and that all of you had a good experience at Camp Grayling. You have also been to my homestate more recently then I have. God bless.
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  82.  @lizajane1878  Thank you for the love. GOD bless and be safe.
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  83.  @Catloudan  Human nature. I no longer take it personally. God Bless and be well.
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  84.  @evilhairlessmonkey7700  Seems you got things well in hand. Hope all works well. Safe journeys.
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  85.  @TexasTimelapse  Thanks for the props. When you get out here come see us. I am sure we will be around here somewhere.
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  86.  @lauriespangle4670  Hello Laurie. I feel I should point out that doing this in cars can be very hard as they are very small. If you don't have a choice, well you don't have a choice. However if you can make a choice I would recommend at least a minivan with the rear seats removed so you can lay flat to sleep. Good sleep is a very important part of staying healthy out here. Best wishes on making your dreams come true. God bless and be safe.
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  87. Mike the bus guy here. Thanks for saying so. Some people see me muzzling the dog as cruel. Truth is she was a junkyard dog and nobody else wanted her so I took her in. She has come a long way in the time I have had her.
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  88. Great Idea. That starts at a local level. Elect a better quality leadership in your community and work outwards. Talk to your neighbors about their concerns and go to your city meetings. Ask the hard questions. They count on your silence and absence to make these policy changes unopposed.
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  89.  @jorbits7713  I condone protecting ones livelihood same as you seem to condone stealing.
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  90. It is better to have it and not need it, then need it and not have it. Well done getting on this so quickly.
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  91. Mike the bus guy here. Didn't notice the resemblence at the time only because my dad's face in my mind was a much different picture. Now looking back and having the time to go back and do the comparison you are correct, there is a certain resemblence. Mysterious ways indeed.
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  92.  @mia1shooter  Will it be worth the possibly 50 lives or more lost to those stolen guns over time?
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  93.  @JWillSK8  Planning on it. Hope things are well for you. God Bless and be safe.
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  94.  California Fiery Foods  My Pleasure
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  95.  @justinnatasmai4503  Thanks for the well wishes. God Bless and be safe.
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  96.  @sherij7330  Thank you for the condolences. Hope this finds you well. God Bless and be safe.
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  97.  @smilingjoy0  Our Lord and Savior.
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  98.  California Fiery Foods  Enjoy and be well.
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  99.  @redfishm  Hot wheels are making a comeback. Thanks for the kind comments. God Bless.
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  100.  @sonnyjs15  Hoorah, Marine
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  101.  @DramaMustRemainOnTheStage  Thank you for the kind words. Congrats to your grandson on his commission. Was a Helicopter mechanic my first tour. As for SERE, he' s got this. God Bless.
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  102.  @tonygareth221  Ask away, I will answer the ones I can and admit if I don't know.
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  103.  @tripx3033  Be safe in NYC. Eyes open and head on a swivel. God Bless.
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  104.  @Sethsnake  Greeting fellow Michigan transplant. Hope all is well for you.
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  105.  @johnscannell4189  Hey John. Happy to share. Yes and no on the dates though. You can come out anytime you want but in the off season you can only stay two weeks before having to move. The September thru April dates are the times covered by the $180 seasonal passes and you can stay the entire 7 month span without moving if you have the pass. I however would not recommend trying to stay out here in the mid summer though. Very dangerous heat. Even I as a full time Quartzsite resident go to the now mostly vacated RV parks in town in the summer so I can have shore power to run the air conditioner for the dogs. God Bless.
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  106. I had no idea pirate radio stations still popped up. Fascinating.
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  107. Mike the bus guy here. I am one of the crazies that stays here year round, however I go to town and stay at one of the parks in town so I can have access to power for the air conditioner for the dogs. No way would I try to stay deep desert all summer.
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  108. Sorry but I have been around tons of porta John's and I think these people are exaggerating the odor issue. If the park is not heavily used in the winter it does not make financial sense to build a full restroom structure. Such a structure then needs heat, as well as cleaning which cost more money. You would think more people would understand cost management better then most do. (Edited for spelling)
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  109. Mike the bus guy here. I personally think he did it to dispel the illusion of divisions among society that is often pushed in main stream media. It was, in my opinion, a question asked to prove a point, that we can all get along if we want to no matter what our views are. Just my opinion though. I cannot read minds. God Bless.
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  110.  @joejackson9986  You assume I have not witnessed this crisis with my own two eyes, which I have, as I have been touring the border myself for the past six years, full time year round.
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  111. Because warnings on the box did so much to stop youths in the past. I am sure they will stop to read the even smaller warning on each cigarette before they light up. Laughable.
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  112. Thank you sailors for your service. It is deeply appreciated. Godspeed and stay safe.
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  113. I bet you make fun obstacle courses.
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  114.  @YMH420s  Only one I got
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  115.  @captain_hammer4760  That's a tough one. I think the one I miss the most and wish I could find again is the old and now retired Radar Ranger from the 90's That was a cool casting.
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  116.  @housemousell  I worked very hard to find my inner peace. Glad it shows on the outside as well. God Bless.
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  117.  @ciarareidhead6078 It was a pleasure to share. Hope this sated some of your curiosity. God Bless. (Edited because I had stubby fingers and messed up a few words)
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  118.  @elisabethmcgregor3833  Hello South Africa. Thanks for the compliments on the bus. Hope all is well for you. Often wanted to come visit your country. You have such fascinating wildlife and landscapes. God Bless.
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  119.  @SeekTheTruth205  A pleasure to share. God Bless.
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  120.  @belding09  Small world 🌎 indeed. Hope all is well back in Michigan.
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  121.  @ernestlathren3597  Thank you. God Bless
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  122.  @SunshinesJourney  My pleasure. God Bless.
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  123.  @mrtominboulder  Thank you for saying so. Only posted that right after this video aired as it was one of the first things mentioned. Appreciate the positive vibes. God Bless.
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  124.  @MarkieGee2024  Hello Markie. I can tell you that I usually arrive at La Posa South LTVA in the first week of September every year to find a spot for the crew to gather. My bus is never hard to find as I am Usually always within sight of the main access road so the crew can find me easily. If you make it out here and happen to see my bus feel free to swing by and introduce yourself. Always happy to have first time Nomads around as I have no issues helping them learn about the area and how to navigate the services and businesses available in town. I would be glad meet you. Bus number 408.
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  125.  @JoePrada93  Greetings Pakistan. Thanks for the love. I am just a regular guy just like everyone else. Nobody special but thank you. Allah Bless.
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  126.  @manymoonstraveled  Hello again in that case. I apologize that I do not remember the encounter. I have the memory of a flea. Hope you are well. God bless.( Edited because I used the wrong word the first time. Flea not flee)
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  127.  @Kaykavoosi8  I may check there, need new plates since the set I have never fit correctly. Thanks for the tip. God Bless.
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  128.  @snowmoon7385  Medical and not gonna lie I had and still have a sweet tooth (or sweet no teeth as it may be).
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  129.  @anamoura59  A pleasure. There are many like us out there. Many, many more like us.
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  130.  @anamoura59  And God Bless.
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  131.  @Dufftata  Hello Germany. Surreal for me to get a response from someone in the country where my dad once served. Programming is a very common field among nomads here because in many cases it can be done remotely, so those who work in that field can make their office anywhere in any vehicle. I have met several programmers out here. Hope this finds you well. God Bless.
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  132.  @noahelric4226  Thanks for the offer. Gonna be smoking hot by that time I think. I myself have packed up camp and gone to town to one of the parks for shore power. The dogs need the air conditioner. God Bless.
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  133.  @mosel1127  Hello GR MI. I can only imagine. Hope all is well otherwise. God Bless.
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  134.  @eckankar7756  That's the changing face of America. Do we really look scary? There are tons of different circumstances as to why people are out here. The main difference out here is that many of us understand a person's need to live and survive. Rich, poor employed or not, everyone has a right and need to be somewhere. Our somewhere is here and many other places. God Bless.
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  135.  @lynnmahan154  Hi Lynn. Thanks for the kind words. Lord knows I did some wild and crazy stuff at the age of 25. Part of finding your path in life in my opinion. I am not sure what kind of mentorship I could offer. Sometimes we have to walk the path before us to find who we truly are. I pray all works out. God Bless.
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  136.  @RoyJenkins777  We are indeed all Gods children. Hope your health improves. God Bless.
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  137.  @renchjeep  Nothing wrong with having stuff you like. Cars and trucks can be fun. You will know if and when you are ready to do this. God Bless.
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  138.  @victoria.ahrendsen1988  I think most are just misinformed, ignorant of other factors, or unwilling to ask the questions of why or how. There may be a few "jerks" but in my overall experience it is misinformation. You see people in movies or on the news and they are portrayed in certain ways. Some people take that as a template for all people who look or act that way. Oh well. I was not always enlightened on the subject and may have been a bit of a "jerk" in my younger days without even knowing it. May have even been a "jerk" in my comments in this video but that's for viewers to decide. God bless.
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  139. I remember the "Shark Attack". After watching this I can see the lessons here in the "First 100 yards" are much more valuable and constructive towards a soldiers overall development. Impressive. I also appreciate the idea of having Pride while remaining Humble. This appears to be a very well thought out program. Well done United States Army.
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  140. Mike the bus guy here. Hope this finds you well back there in Michigan. God Bless you.
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  141. Mike the bus guy here. Some people divide into social groups but the vast majority of us (NOMADS, since some people apparently cannot read between the lines and want to pick a fight simply to fight) do not have such boundaries. As a Skoolie I tend to get cast out by the high class people with class A's and fifth wheels but if they wanted to come to my camp I would pull out a chair and welcome them to my fire. (Edited to help some people READ BETWEEN THE LINES AND ALSO ADD TO THE CLARIFICATION STATEMENTS MADE LATER)
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  142. By their own logic and words if the "good guy with a gun" scenario is a "myth" then law enforcement, military, secret service members,armored truck drivers and armed security officers are all "bad guys" right? I wonder if they even realize how contradictory that sounds. (Edited for spelling)
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  143. If as an officer you ever speak of GUN CONTROL, you should resign your post and commission. You as officers know and understand the risk before you ever wear that badge. Now you complain about the risk and your answer is try and punish the people actually following the LAW. There will always be, unfortunatly, those who are willing and able to commit crimes among the population. That badge doesn't mean you are the only class able to respond with lethal force. SHAME ON YOU SIR! I am saddened by this loss as much as you are, but I also see a BIGGER PICTURE. And yes, they need to keep these criminals incarcerated. While they are out, guess what, we have to deal with them as well. So quit making excuses to attack my rights.
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  144. Nice save officer. You were a guardian angel. God bless.
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  145. Mike the bus guy here. Gonna answer some of the questions you had since you are correct and some of those things are not discussed. As for where we go to the bathroom. Many of us have composting toilets that we can then take to the dump stations which are provided here at Quartzsite with your paid fee. There is also black and grey water dump stations for those with black and grey tanks. There are also many vault style toilets provided by and serviced by the Bureau of Land Management here on site for people who do not have self contained systems. The generator issue is only bothersome to a few but not to all. Most of us are completely fine with generators, so please do not assume that statement about being bothered was made for all of us. In my Seventeen years out here I have never had a bad encounter with law enforcement at all. Quite the contrary I have made friends with most of the law enforcement officers I have met out here. Also yes there can be some rude and disrespectful people out there but they tend not to bother many of us who stay in groups. I am sure I have missed something here but I hope that this at least covers the core of your questions. God Bless you and be safe. If you have any more questions please ask them by sending a reply and I will respond to the best of my ability.
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  146. It could easily be expanded to house more people. Another crate or two going by what I see here and the camp could house 200. It looks very similar to military field unit deployment.
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  147. Mike the bus guy here. Most of them do leave the area in the summer and come back when it cools down. Some, like myself move into town now that the tourist have left the RV parks and rent a space there for the summer months so we can run our air conditioners. There are a few that do stay out in the desert all summer but it can be very dangerous with the heat and deadly for pets. I wouldn't try to stay out at that site in the summer. My dogs wouldn't be able to handle it. Hope that's sheds see light. God Bless.
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  148. Hello fellow Grand Rapids native from Mike the bus guy. Hope all is well there in Michigan. God Bless and be well.
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  149. Mike the bus guy here. Many people out here are retirees, and those who are not some work remotely and some come here to attend the RV show and sign up for seasonal work as camp hosts at National Parks around the country. Some even work temp jobs in whatever area they happen to be in when they run out of cash. For others it is through SSI, SSDI or VA disability. Some of them are stock traders who live off dividend payments. True nomads find a way.
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  150. Mike the bus guy here. First off thank you for keeping this country moving forward. Without you drivers out there none of what we have would be possible. As truckers you are already well suited for the lifestyle. I did a few years as a long hauler myself before setting out full time. Hope you get the opportunity to be out here. God Bless and be safe on the roads.
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  151. Mike the bus guy here. So what not wanting to pay high rent to some landlord so he can buy a Mercedes isn't about being free? I would have to disagree. By choosing to not be in the system we can keep the money we have so we can do the things most peoples landlords do like take vacations and go all over the country. We choose to be our own landlords. Maybe your idea of freedom is different from ours but that's ok. Either way God Bless and be safe. (Edited for spelling)
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  152. Keep up the good work Sheriff Judd. Thank you for standing as the line in the sand. God bless.
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  153.  @Downsdddgh  Never thought you were being critical. I have seen a few nomads doing the bike thing over the years. Not very common but it is a thing. Hope all works out and you get the chance to enjoy the freedom.
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  154. There is a Walmart with a pharmacy in Parker 30 miles north of here as well as a couple of pharmacies in Blythe California about 25 miles west.
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  155.  @ceeceety2320  Thank you. God bless.
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  156. Mike the bus guy here. Hang in there Nick. Sad to hear things haven't improved since I left town. God Bless You and stay safe.
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  157. There are vault toilets built around the camp areas here and many use composting or cartridge toilets or have full restrooms on board their rigs. Food can be purchased in town at one of the grocery stores in town and there is a Walmart 30 miles north in Parker most of use for larger supply needs. There are laundromats located in town one of which has a shower house attached that you can pay to use. There are also a few other shower houses as well as truck stops where showers can be had for a fee. Dishes are washed outdoors in buckets or just by pouring some water and dish soap then scrubbing and rinsing. Some people have kitchens onboard their rigs with sinks and appliances. This particular area has a ton of services for RV people and Nomads alike which is why it is so popular as a winter destination. Hope this answers your questions. If you have more ask here and I will answer if I know the answer or let you know if I have no clue. God bless.
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  158. ​ @fishsammich2822 "The Grid" is a term given to the city infrastructure of power, water and sewer, not society or technology.
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  159. Mike the bus guy here. I have to admit that if you were referring to me I would have to agree I do look a bit sketchy but as you also pointed out I have been out here a while, lol. Nothing wrong with being cautious. Like I said if you have a bit of common sense you will be fine. God Bless you and be safe.
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  160. There are water stations people can use in the area.
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  161. Thanks for sharing. This new App could revolutionize the industry making air travel more accessible to all. Nice luggage scooter by the way. As a known shopping cart rider it is right up my allley.
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  162. Just wow. The people at the park. There are times I have trouble wrapping my head around the mindset and motivations of some people. This was not one of those times. They were very clearly looking for a confrontation of some sort. I can understand why Peter said he was shaking. In his home state no less. That speaks volumes.
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  163. Mike the bus guy here. We do our best to leave no trace when we leave an area and take pride in keeping our sites clean. Cannot say that about all nomads but the three of us are very adamant about the environment as it is our full time home not a vacation site.
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  164. Well done India. Congratulations on your historic achievement.
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  165.  @asoldierofrome  I was happy to serve.
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  166.  @ciarareidhead6078  It was a pleasure to share. Hope this sated some of your curiosity. God Bless.
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  167.  @michaelj2528  Hello Pembrokeshire West Wales. You are welcome. Was happy to share. God Bless.
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  168.  @mulindiluvaijoseph8014  Thank you. God Bless.
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  169.  @janesmith9024  A pleasure to share. God Bless
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  170.  @wickedsin6225  You are welcome.
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  171.  @lunamaharuni  Thank you. God Bless.
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  172.  @rngnv4551  You are welcome.
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  173.  @MarkieGee2024  That's my man Roberts channel, Darq Nomad. He is the former game Warden dude.
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  174.  @Samlol23_drrich  Thanks for the love. God Bless.
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  175.  @mariaa.9952  Thank you. We stand beside you after all. Hope all is well with our spiritual neighbors in Canada. God Bless.
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  176.  @darrencallaghan5916  That they will and yes I will. Thanks. God Bless.
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  177.  @savagex466-qt1io  Life is a path ever forward my friend. We all the play the hands we are given. God Bless.
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  178.  @brianellis7291  Lol, no worries. Thank you for the condolences. Hopefully the opportunity arises that you are able to come out here. Even if you cannot make it out here I am sure that we will indeed meet one day in our Fathers kingdom. God Bless.
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  179.  @griffin2263  Hello Canada. It was my pleasure to share. Hope this finds you well. God Bless.
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  180.  @marzena_1  Thanks for the kind words. It was a pleasure to serve. My dad served and I looked up to him. As for the being judged, I learned to let it go a long time ago. God Bless.
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  181.  @jaimelovemac88  Thank you for the love. It was a pleasure to serve. I will stay strong. God has blessed me with this opportunity in life and that keeps me strong. God Bless.
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  182.  @jaimelovemac88  Life can do that sometimes. Even I feel that way occasionally. But I believe we all find ourselves where we are meant to be when we are meant to be there. It is what makes us who we are, each one of us an individual.
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  183.  @marzena_1  Thanks for the hugs. Shout out to Chicago, the city where I discovered my fear of heights at the Sears Tower. God Bless.
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  184.  @psrwhite  Hey Pam. Thanks for the props on the bus. No I have never met Bob Wells face to face, but like many others I have seen his videos. There is indeed some good info there. There are plenty of YouTube channels that have good information sometimes. God Bless.
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  185.  @Dagomanity  Greetings Sweden. Thanks for the love. Right back at you. God Bless.
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  186.  @rjay7019  Thanks and a pleasure.Did some time stationed in Korea myself. Talk about memories. God Bless.
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  187.  @ChopASk8  Thanks for the love and respect. Best wishes on your walkabout. The bus is hard to miss. Look for the number 408 on the sides and bumpers. God Bless.
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  188.  @eckankar7756  The dogs can make it tough sometimes. They climb on everything which is what they are supposed to do in my space. We're all just living. God Bless.
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  189.  @georgeg6036  Thank you for your service as well. God Bless.
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  190.  @PowerstrokeSynd  It's not the same without the flame.🔥
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  191.  @shelaughs185  Thanks for the positive vibes. Yeah I made the comment very early after this video aired because it was amongst the first things commented on. I actually laughed when I saw it because I had a feeling it would come up. No worries. I don't let it bug me, I just found it humorous that I predicted the label. It made for a good hearty laugh. God Bless.
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  192.  @bryanhull5808  I was shocked that I found one on the pegs. I am a big fan of the Mars Rover programs.
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  193.  @chrisreed26  I get it. Lots of reasons it could happen. If you ever get in this area I hope we cross paths. God Bless.
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  194.  @Cwgrlup  I do not recall saying anything judgmental about people with addictions. The question was asked about drugs around the area I answered honestly. It's a sad state of affairs all over the country. I wish there was a solution to the issue but I don't have it. I do see the problem drug problems however up close and personal. Desperate people, who have often been uprooted from everything they know and thrust into the unknown for many different reasons. It is different being put here by choice, as opposed to being out here by circumstances. I, like you am trying to help in any way I can. If I seemed judgemental well, I said what I said. God Bless.
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  195.  @Silverfoxy50  Thank you for the positive vibes. These two pups are my world and I take great joy in their companionship. It seems only right to treat them like family. God Bless.
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  196.  @michaelbishop6831  Thank you for the encouragement. Thank you for your service as well. Hopefully everything works out and you get an opportunity to live your dream. God Bless.
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  197.  @flapjackson6077  Thank you it was an honor to serve. My father was a special man who taught me everything I know about being of service to others. God bless
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  198.  @HomesteadEngineering  Thank you for the condolences. Dad was definitely someone who enjoyed helping others whenever he could. I am glad he was able to help you out. Thank you for sharing this with me. God bless.
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  199.  @markramo3921  Or at least never grow beyond it. Thanks for the kind words of encouragement. God bless you as well.
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  200.  @OOBEJuanKenobi  Check your pockets, probably some hiding in there.
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  201.  @carries840  Peaceful yet hot. Sorry about your tooth issues. So many reasons why it can occure. It was a pleasure to share. Hope all is well where you are. God bless.
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  202.  @carries840  Hello Massachusetts. Sorry to hear about your struggles. Cost of living is an issue across the nation at this point. Not to be a buzzkill or anything but in my opinion travelling nomad probably isn't the best option with children. Just my opinion. Costs can quickly add up out here as well. If you have available resources to take care of yourselves it is possible but if I were a kid out here I would be bored to tears. Maybe check out tiny houses. Those are another viable option and is something I myself am considering for a homesteading project. Hope all works out. God bless.
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  203.  @Morningcycles  Thank you for the kind words. Hopefully we will still be out here. God bless.
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  204. ​ @invino1475 Thank you for the kind words. My comment seems a bit out of place this long after the video has been out and with the comment that prompted it probably buried in all the other comments. Thank you for the condolences as well. Yes I miss my dad every day, but at the same time I am relieved he doesn't have to see the terrible state of the world at the moment. God bless. ( Edited for additional content and grammar)
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  205.  @ericfillmore7262  No worries. Not on Facebook, gave all that up years ago. Only get these notifications from this feed. Just a dude passing time. Comments here will reach me.
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  206.  @braves96  Thank you for the kind words. I know this comment seems a bit odd now with the comment that prompted it probably buried among the newer comments. I know that not everyone thought so. I was responding to one specific comment made the day this video went live. Hope all is well where you are. God bless.
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  207.  @TheBillmill1  God willing we will still be out here doing ok when the opportunity arises and if you decide to come check it out. God bless.
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  208.  @jodiewilcox6772  Thank you for the condolences. Please pass along for me a thank you for your service to your family members past and presently serving. God bless.
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  209.  @jasonnicks819  I hope things have improved in Detroit. The area took a huge economic hit in the early 2000's. Keep in mind when deciding, this life can be a real challenge and can be expensive depending on choices you make about how much to travel and or what type of rig you choose to have. Hope all works out. Good luck and God bless.
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  210. Both are equally applicable. Here in Quartzsite there is the safety net of sheer numbers of people. Summer is a different aspect to this lifestyle as it is too hot to stay at this location for most. Once they go their separate ways it can be dangerous if they are travelling alone. I will add that my personal concern applies to men and women equally. Young or old in this environment and lifestyle one mistake can be fatal, more so then in the cities with rapid access to medical facilities. This is rugged untamed land the nomads tend to frequent. It is harsh and unforgiving. Wildlife encounters, falls, illness, all carry a much more significant increase of being fatal out here as opposed to in a developed area. We meant no disrespect to anyone with our concerns. Only trying to give a real sense of the danger this life can pose to anyone, the elderly and extremely young being the most vulnerable. God bless.
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  211. Mike the bus guy here. Most of them leave this area for cooler regions. Some, like me go into town and get a spot at an RV park so we can run Air Conditioners.
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  212. In regards to parents fighting at sports event, they should be held accountable for their actions. If they commit an assault arrest them. If it's verbal abuse ban them from attendance. As for the man on the plane complaining about the screaming baby. HE IS RIGHT. He should not have to deal with someone else's child for any reason. If the baby is screaming on the plane remove the parent and baby. I know I will catch flak for this statement but I also will not stay silent on an issue which should not be normalized. If you are a parent of a young child and decide to get on a plane and that child causes a disturbance, regardless of age, then you should be cited at the arrival airport for disturbing the peace. I don't care who you are, your need to have children and leave a mark on the world does not give you the right to disturb my peace and I for one would not have been silent about it either. I have no responsibility to tolerate your screaming infant for any reason whatsoever. I don't care if it doesn't feel good, I don't care if it can't control itself, and I don't care if you can't calm it down. That's your problem as the parent not mine. If it becomes my problem you better believe I am gonna be in your face about it. This man's reaction was not unacceptable. As a matter of fact this should be the normal reaction. If you as the parent of an infant child are not smart enough to know that screaming kids on planes is not acceptable and should never be allowed to become normalized then that explains a lot about why the world is so messed up. When I was an infant my parents had enough sense to NOT GET ON AN AIRPLANE WITH 200+ PEOPLE WHO DO NOT CARE ABOUT THE FACT ITS AN INFANT. It is not my infant so don't expect me to be tolerant. If my child was screaming on an airplane I would have the decency to get off the plane so as not to burden other passengers with my problems.Airlines need to do more to accommodate passengers without children like offering commuter flights that do not allow children aboard. Being a parent is not a pass card for making others tolerate your kid. Shame on you, the hosts for throwing shade on a man with a justifiable complaint and pushing the idea that people should just accept this type of thing. No we should NOT ever accept this type of thing. As a matter of fact you as the parents have the responsabilty to make better decisions about travel when you have small children because nobody else should have to deal with your issues period. ( Edited for spelling)
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  213. Mike the bus guy here. Good point. You may be on to something there. God Bless.
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  214.  @vitoburrito7050  You seem jealous, considering thats what came first to your mind.
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  215. The reason people are not allowed to work on their vehicles in the camp areas is to prevent soil damage and potential plant kills from chemicals used in vehicle maintenance and servicing. There are cactus here that only grow in two places on planet Earth, here in the southwest part of the US and in Israel. Damaged vehicles must be towed out of the desert to a different location or a proper repair station.
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  216. During the winter when most of the people.are here all those nasty critters are hibernating in holes in the ground. By the time they wake up most people are long gone. For the year rounders you just learn where not to walk and where to not stick your fingers.
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  217. No sympathy. As an owner you should be outside monitoring your dogs especially when they are puppies. As for the Amazon driver, that puppy could have come from blocks away. Good on him for taking custody of the puppy before it was hit by a car.
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  218. In Cars? That was the concern not age.
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  219. Mike the bus guy here. It's hot but I am still happy to be out here. It can be challenging but not impossible. God bless.
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  220. Hi Kim. Mike the bus guy here. I would like to take a moment to point out that at no point did any of us say women couldn't do this. We, if you go back and listen again said we have some concerns about some of the elderly senior citizen women who have been misled into thinking this was easy and could be done by selling everything and coming out with just a car. We all have women friends who do this full time and are very capable. Apologies if there was some misunderstanding as to what our concerns were. God Bless and be safe.
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  221. Mike the bus guy here. I pass my time by painting and model making as well as taking care of those two fuzzy pups. It can be tough but having a hobby is probably the best thing to keep the mind active.
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  222. Mike the bus guy here. We strive very hard to keep the community around us safe for everyone in it. That's one of the reasons this lifestyle is so gratifying. We learn to work together to improve the quality of life for everyone around us.
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  223. Thank you for yet another fun and interesting topic. In this day and age I have to wonder how many of the new developments are real or are introduced as distractions to get our attention away from other events taking place. Thanks for covering these things with an open mind and doing thorough research.
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  224. The area is a designated Wilderness refuge. It is illegal within the federally protected areas.
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  225. Mike the bus guy here. If you really listen to what we said it was about elderly senior citizen women and only because we are concerned about their health and welfare. It is not an easy life. Having been out here for many years I have seen the harsh realities of older women coming out here alone and it costs them their life or they end up with serious health issues. Healthy women on the other hand are very capable of being out here. Watch the video again and really listen to what we said. We have many women who camp in our group many of whom were in fact fact off doing their own thing when this was filmed. I am sorry if you misunderstood what we had concerns about. Our intent was not to say women couldn't do it because they can if they are healthy enough to do so. God Bless and be safe.
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  226. I should also add that we are concerned about elderly senior citizen men as well, however the original comment was not mine and I felt no need to continue the line of commentary at the time of filming, but will address it now seeing as how the comment was posted.
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  227. Really "Inside Edition" that is how you chose to title this piece? "Pilot ejects before russian plane crashes in Michigan" To someone skimming through YouTube you make it sound like a Russian Pilot Ejected From a Russian Plane which then crashed in Michigan. You could have at least added the fact that it was an airshow in that title. Fear mongering is not good journalism. Neither is spreading rumors. Some people may read that and not watch but believe it because of your name. Heres a suggestion for you "Pilot ejects from russian plane at Michigan airshow moments before it crashes". (Edited for spacing)
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  228. That's why we made a point of saying it isn't for everyone. And we are ok with that. Most of us recognize that we fall outside traditional social norms. However in recent years this lifestyle has been glamorized and given as an alternative that should be sought out. Truth be told the choice to live this way takes a lot of time and planning, as well as requiring enough resources to sustain ourselves long term. Doing it wrong out here can and will kill you. We don't look down on people back in the world though. Whatever makes you happy. That's what's important in life. Hope all is well where you are, best wishes and God bless.
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  229. There are restrooms built around the camp areas here. When not here many have compact portable compost toilets or onboard facilities with black and grey water tanks.
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  230. Mike the bus guy here. Thank you for the well wishes. I would like to return that sentiment and offer a God Bless you as well.
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  231. Some have camp showers, some have showers in their RV. Also there are several shower houses in town with multiple showers that can be used for a fee.
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  232. Showers at shower houses in town and at vault toilets in camp. Some have compost or cartridge toilets as well.
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  233. Quartzsite Arizona exits 17 and 19 off of Interstate 10 just before the California border
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  234. Sorry to say, Hillary Clinton did not lose the election because of an FBI investigation. She lost because she is Hillary Clinton.
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  235.  @timelston4260  Yeah he said that, but there was some cut content there where Peter asked about the diesel thing. I basically said I didn't really care one way or the other because I was choosing to stay put for my own reasons. I happen to like it here in Quartzsite, even in the summer when I move to town and do indeed pay a lot rent at a residential park. My freedom is that if I ever do get sick of this place I can and will pull out the chocks and drive to wherever I see fit. There was quite a bit of commentary there were statements were made as if we all shared the same idea. That is just simply not the case. We vary quite drastically as a matter of fact but do indeed get along despite that. ( Edited to correct spelling)
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  236. People leave their hometowns all the time for school, work, just because they want to or what have you. What makes us any different and why should we feel any more or less pride in the place we came from as opposed to place we are?
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  237. Beautiful area. The house is awesome. I have always liked the rustic piecemeal and handmade style. Best wishes on your journey. God bless.
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  238. It is hot in the summer. Winter is nice though. Quartzsite is two hours west of you from Phoenix. Exits 17 and 19 off I-10.
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  239.  @mikegeld1280  it can hit 100 in May and not drop below until mid October on occasion. So about 5 months.
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  240. Godspeed and be safe to all Active Duty soldiers deploying to the region. Stay safe and stay with your battle buddies.
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  241. I have to agree on the application of the fast ferries for use in evacuations. I saw one of these once in port and was curious about them as I had never seen such a design. Thanks for sharing.
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  242. Time to upgrade this sheriff to a Raptor SVT.
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  243. Gun Free Zones just make the people in them more of a target for anyone who wants to commit a violent crime. The reason most criminals are so brazen is because they have the mindset that the people are unarmed, which is mostly true in Michigan with it's ridiculous blue politics. The answer is not gun control, it is allowing for everyone to possess a gun if they wish to. Those who commit crimes don't give a flip about your Gun Free Zones. On the contrary when they see a Gun Free Zone they know they can commit violent crimes without fear of being stopped by the people around them. It is also a reason people do not help others being assaulted, because they cannot meet or exceed the level of violence being committed without becoming a victim themselves. Funny that when a violent crime is committed people expect Law Enforcement Officials WITH GUNS to come save the day. Why should I not have the right to save my own life? The badge doesn't make an officers life or judgment any more or less valid then mine. An armed society is a polite society because if you act the fool, granny on the bus may be able to stop the person beating on and robbing another person instead of just taking video of it. These talking heads make me sick with their lack of perception.( Added content) Look at Chicago... Heavy gun regulations, high crime rates. Gun Laws and Gun Free Zones are not helping the people who are victims. They are only enabling the criminals who do not care about the rule of law anyhow. There was at least one level headed speaker in this group. If this is even considered then I would suggest that if anyone is a victim of a violent crime within this type of zone, or losses their life due to a violent crime in such a zone, that the lawmakers and officials who put the Zones in practice are charged as accessories to any crime committed in said Zones and are held equally accountable if not more so then the person or persons who committed the crime because they directly contributed to the victims inability to defend themselves. That in and of itself is a crime. This is not about the color of a person's skin, or their religion, political values or gender orientation. It is a question of whether or not each and every living breathing soul on Planet Earth has the ability to defend their right to survive should the need arise. It is better to have it and not need it, then need it and not have it.
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  244. Just wow! Its amazing to see the rate of decay in these areas. I saw this happen to my hometown in the late 90' early 2000's. Sad. It is nice to see that some of the youth are still moving forward and not lost in the choas of this world. The drug epidemic is even more heartbreaking. I cannot name any one cause for the drug epidemic but poverty seems to be tightly correlated to increased drug use. Maybe as a coping mechanism? Thank you to all the veterans out there in that area and around the nation. Thank you all for your service. To the youth, best wishes moving forward. God bless. Peter thank you for continuing to tear down the walls of misconception, divisions and stereotypes. You do good work sir. God bless you on your journey. (Edited for spelling)
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  245. Only a few live in the area filmed all year round camp host mostly with power water a sewer hookups. Most of the Nomads and snowbirds go off to much nicer areas once it starts getting hot. For those of us who stay, some love it, others got stuck here for some reason or it's a strategic choice in pursuit of a bigger goal. Life in the desert full time year round can be tough, but the winter season makes it worthwhile in my opinion. God bless.
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  246.  @Replyingtoclowns  Well then pack a bag and come on down to the border. Plenty of places to camp so you won't have any problems with lodging. Then use your eyes. (Edited for spelling)
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  247.  @cheesycarrotsoup  Work the border as long as he has, see the things he has seen and deal with the situations he has dealt with and I am pretty sure you would have some bias as well. My statement applies more to Peter as the reporting party having no bias. (Edited for spelling)
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  248. Government. Bureau of Land Management. Wash station 30 miles away in the city of Parker
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  249. There are auto repair shops just up the street from where we are that can order parts for us.
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  250. It's not what you think. Have you ever seen the puffs of steam from a car exhaust on a cold morning? Same concept here. Water vapor that has been heated by passing through the jet engine which rapidly cools in the very cold atmosphere behind the aircraft making the cloudlike streaks. They are Contrails and it was very cool and there was a lot of moisture in the upper atmosphere. We get a lot of air traffic because this location is on the flight path of several major airports as well as military bases. Also with such blue skys anything that looks different from a natural cloud catches the eye. It's just water vapor nothing more. They aren't dousing us nomads with chemicals, at least not yet. God bless.
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  251. While I cannot speak for the other two in this video, I can speak for myself. I will say that my concerns are for everyone living the lifestyle or thinking about it. Young or old, male or female, there are very real and present dangers in this lifestyle. It is romanticized so much these days and so often the reality of it is obscured with the idea of freedom, isolation, affordability, adventure, excitement, happiness and joy. While it can be those things and usually is, anyone can make a serious mistake, or have a major issue out here, mechanical, medical, wildlife encounter, what have you. Also as mentioned it is not like being at home. At home you do not have to pack up and/or hook up the house and drive it to a dump station and water refill station every few days, then take it back and set it up again. That can be very physically demanding for some. In Quartzsite there is the safety of numbers. On the road is another aspect unless you have travel with a caravan group. The three of us have women friends who do this without issue, and there are some we have concerns about. While I cannot claim to have the same view on other issues discussed, in the matter of"full time living", especially "in a car", which was our main concern, I would rather voice my concern, and be wrong, then be right and be silent, if that makes any sense. Also it is good that you share your side as well, so thank you for being honest. It is perfectly acceptable to have different points of view. As you pointed out there is so much to the nomadic lifestyle to be covered. This is just a small portion of it as you also pointed out and would require a lengthy series to fully explore. Yes, it can be done, but please be aware that it can also be dangerous and cars in particular are not well suited for the task of full time living. I would be a interested to see an aired interview with a senior who has been living in a car for more then a season or two. I have seen interviews with seniors who are just staring out with their car or have one or two seasons in Quartzsite under their belt, so sure they are still excited and enthusiastic when interviewed. Same as I was for the bus. There exists the possibility if I were interviewed again in a year or two I would not be so enthusiastic about the bus, or even the lifestyle. I spent a few seasons in a car myself and have gradually stepped up to the vehicle that suits my needs so I have firsthand knowledge of what it is like, and have deeply rooted experiences that form my opinion on that subject of the dangers that face everyone in the nomadic community, whether they acknowledge them or not, most of which are medically based concerns and some of which are personal safety concerns. God bless.
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  252.  @kimprocarione5473  A pleasure. Safe travels to you.
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  253. Greetings Chile. Thank you for the blessing. God bless all of you as well.
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  254. ​ @inthelifeofbayzeelowkxx2259 One time payment at beginning of the season which gets you a color coded pass that is placed on your vehicle.good for 7 months September 15 - April 15.
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  255. ​ @HelenaSummer For pass holders at one of the potable water stations in the camp area or if you do not have the pass at a water station in town which are like vending machines and take coin or cash per gallon.
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  256. ​ @SerpentineUsurper Artist:Northside Title: SunRise
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  257.  @Scooter19  I get it, I really do. A word of advice if I may. If you ever do decide to get a used RV or vehicle for off grid use.... DO NOT buy it in the upper Midwest because they tend to have hidden water and rust damage you cannot see. I would look to the south away from the ocean where there is no snow. Alabama vehicles tend to be pretty serviceable, but ideally look to the west in areas that are dry. Good luck out there. (Edited because spell check changed a word)
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  258. Composting toilets which can be hidden away and vault toilets provided on site.
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  259. Mike the bus guy here. Most of them go north to higher elevations and do what they did here, camp out in the national parks. For year round residents such as myself we go into town now that the RV parks are empty and rent a space with water sewer and power so we can run our air conditioners. We also do most of our business early in the morning or after dark to beat the heat. ( Edited for spelling)
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  260. Laundromats or the old fashion way in a tub by hand. Showers are available in town, there are solar showers and some rigs have showers onboard.
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  261.  @karmasutra4774  I think the creatures listed were mostly ICE AGE creatures. At any rate the fact that there is no natural food chain to supply them means they then directly compete for food with existing species, even in controlled environments.
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  262. There are very strict rules in place to protect the natural environment. There are also dozens of vault style toilets for campers without self contained systems. If you do use soaps for showering outdoors they must be non chemical and biodegradable. Person's breaking the rules are subject to heavy fines and can be banned from camp areas for a year or more. People around here watch for others who don't comply because we collectively care about the land and our ability to have access to it. If it shows signs of damage the park service will close the area off and nobody allowed to use it.
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  263. There are a couple auto repair shops in the town just up the road from this location as well as a auto parts store. Vehicle maintenance must be outside the protected wilderness areas. There are vault style toilets built all around three of the four Long Term Visitor Areas (LTVA) and many have portable composting or cartridge toilets. There are several shower houses as well as truck stops where you can pay to take a shower as well as laundromats one of which also has showers available while you are doing laundry. We do have a couple grocery stores in town and can buy steaks the day of cooking or the steak can be placed in a cooler with ice for a couple days at least during the winter. Mostly though we buy meat the day of the meal when we don't have refrigeration. Hope this answers your questions. God bless.
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  264. Lil ones
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  265.  @zapcity8992  That's the old saying. It's mostly about knowing where they like to hang out, and where not to stick your fingers or toes. If you keep the area around you clear of debris it's easy to avoid them. I have still never seen a live scorpion here and I have been in this desert for seven seasons.
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  266. Many people out here are retirees. Some get SSI, SSDI or VA disability. Some come here so they can attend the RV show and sign up as camp hosts for National Parks around the country and some work temp jobs in whatever area they run out of cash in until they can move on again. For people without dental they tend to go to Mexico which is a short distance from where this was filmed. Healthcare is variable but the town this was filmed has a walk in clinic for minor needs and two aeromed evac helicopters on standby for extreme cases because of the sheet number of tourists who come here. Hope this info helped answer your questions.
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  267. Yes for those at the LTVA (long term visitor area) sites and who have a pass for the season
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  268.  @bobroberts2371  Not to be rude here but using your own logic, next time you take cash from an ATM have a buddy pop you with multiple rounds from any caliber gun and see how well you do.
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  269.  @the-dark-side.  They already have those tools available to them. They have since 9/11.
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  270. The town has grocery stores and there are several other options within 20 - 60 mile radius depending on type of goods needed. There are vault toilets built all around the LTVA camping areas for people without self contained rigs. Bathing is whatever you have in your rig or you can go to town and pay at one of the shower houses available there.
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  271. I suppose that depends on what your idea of freedom is. The fact that I can avoid rent for an apartment I neither need nor want in a city I had no reason to stay in and the fact that I can travel anywhere in the country I wish to at any time for any reason and always have my home with me is a type of freedom. That's why I said "This is my idea of true freedom". My idea of freedom does not need to coincide with anyone else's idea of freedom. As for being an escape from reality, if you refer to the current clown show that is our world than absolutely, because I have no reason or desire to be a part of that reality so yeah, it is an escape.
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  272. There is a difference between not being able to afford fuel, and refusing to pay high price for fuel.
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  273. I neither want, nor do I need a conventional house. It's a waste of my hard earned money. I would rather live in such a way that my house, which I own outsight and is mobile and myself can travel wherever I want whenever I want and always have my home with me. As for not wanting to pay rent for an apartment, why should I pay for someone else's property. If you have to rent it out to afford the payments maybe you should not have purchased it. I refuse to be an enabler for greedy landlords. All I am doing is taking total control of my money and using it in a way I choose, while being able to explore the world around me as I see fit.
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  274. How can you call it "testing" when there is only one or two vehicles capable of interacting with this system in the area. Unless you provide compatible vehicles at No Cost to every driver in the test area this "test" is pointless and will prove absolutely nothing. Of course the reporter is driving carefully during filming and making it seem all high tech and effective but the reality is this is one car under highly controlled circumstances. Drivers do not act this way when they think they are not being observed by any type of authority figure and you cannot make them purchase the necessary equipment to be able to interact with this system while you conduct this "testing". If alerts and warnings worked people wouldn't exceed posted speed limits or run stop signs and red lights. Nobody cares if a computer voice tells them a bus is ahead and most people who do this are not unaware of the rules, they just don't care as long as they think no law enforcement officers are present at the time of the offense. This won't stop or reduce any of these type of events. How about focus on installing better cameras on buses that can capture the license plate of offenders. Impose mandatory license suspensions of 30-90 days as well as heavy fines or even jail time of no more than 15 days for first time offenders, with remedial driving classes required before they can reinstate their driving privileges. In addition impose mandatory license revocation of two years or more with jail time of up to six months or more for repeat offenders. Put these in new cars if you want but I still do not think people who do this will care one bit about the warnings unless there are very clear and enforced consequences for such actions. Just my opinion.
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  275. The beginning of normalizing what has been referred to for years in science fiction as "Gene Therapy". So many possibilities both good and bad. Ethical applications could indeed have far reaching consequences, intended or not.
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  276.  @WolfsburgWarehouse  Devious. Makes me want to test some of your ideas in a controlled environment just to see how effective they are.
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  277. Where is your proof?
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  278. Mike the bus guy here. You made it past the six month mark. Let me the first to call you an official Nomad.Welcome to the party.
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  279. Stupid masks are making criminals more bold because covering their face does not raise alarm bells anymore. Come at me or near me wearing a mask, it will be game on. Masks were never there for your safety. They were there so people would get used to seeing it and drop their guard. Now they have become prey to the criminals.
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  280. The comment was making reference to the overall full time lifestyle not Quartzsite. Generally speaking Quartzsite is a great place for people new to the life to come and meet like minded people and learn the ins and outs of full time off grid nomad life. Once Quartzsite becomes too hot the comment becomes more relevant. Often full time nomads and boondockers choose very remote areas where mistakes can become serious life or death situations if a nomad is travelling alone with no support group. It is a great lifestyle for those who desire it and are adaptable to the challenges the lifestyle can throw at you but it is not for everyone and not as easy as many make it out to be. Hopefully that adds some context to the comment. God bless.
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  281. Mike the bus guy here. You may be right. It has been a while since I have been there. Hope all is well back in Michigan. God Bless.
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  282. It is good that this topic is being discussed. The fact that you are talking to people who were actually a part of the life allows for a perspective most will never understand. Also this video may help put up precursor defenses for people to be able to recognize the signs of grooming or trafficking. I hope Annie's program continues to help victims escape the chains of bondage. God bless all who work to help free these individuals trapped in the life. Keep up the great work Peter, you really are changing the world with your content. (edited for grammer)
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  283. Yes there is cell service, but it can be sketchy at peak season.
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  284. Here we go again. Make the GUN the and the BANNING OF GUNS the central issue when the fault lies squarely on the man who wielded it.
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  285. In the paid camp areas there are vault toilets. Other options are composting toilet and travel style cartridge style toilets. There are several shower houses in town where people can pay for showers or you can use solar shower bags and outdoor shower tents. Water is available at water stations at the Long Term Visitor Area with a pass and there are paid water stations in town. There are a lot of services for people here in Quartzsite to use which is why it is so popular.
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  286.  @chrisking1457  I respectfully disagree. There is an even larger danger with the distribution of those stolen guns. You are entitled to your opinion sir but I will not change mine.
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  287. It is kind of the "skoolie" of the Star Wars universe, and the crew was nomadic. Plus it just looks cool.
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  288. Yes I do.
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  289. Fantastic analogy.
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  290. Quartzsite Arizona exits 17 and 19 off I-10, in the southwest corner or the state.
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  291. I wish there were some way that we could find middle ground here. We need Police to help keep peace whenever possible, but we as citizens must also acknowledge that we have a reaponsibilty to protect ourselves as well. You cannot blame officers for not being there when bad things happen. Most of them wish they could stop all crimes, but they cannot. Likewise officers should not advocate not defending yourself by ANY MEANS NECESSARY if in a life threatening situation. The BADGE does not mean you are the only ones able to respond to violence with violence. If there were more joint programs to educate both the Police and the Citizens on how to work TOGETHER to deal with crisis we might move forward as a society. We see videos of crimes all the time where people sit by and do nothing. Why? Because you have told them they are not allowed to do anything or they will be victimes as well. Give those same people the knowledge and ability to protect not only themselves but those around them, more crimes could be either prevented, or at least concluded in a swift manner. We the people are not the enemy! We should be your allies.
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  292. You can definitely see the night stars out here.
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  293. Go west on I-10 from Phoenix to exits 17 or 19.
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  294. We need to return to it not being normal to walk around in masks. Masks are making these types of crimes easier to commit. In the past if you saw someone in a mask you would have thought they were up to something. Now they walk around emboldened.
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  295. One of the few things I kept up with from my youth. Besides it's nice to have a car that uses no fuel, needs no insurance, and that I can't kill myself in because I was driving stupid. Already tried that and I didn't like it. God bless
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  296.  @manymoonstraveled  Thanks. God Bless.
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  297.  @aliensphyncter9528  Thanks for the kind words. I will. Hope you get the chance to come hang out. God Bless.
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  298.  @ReVolt_e-Vlogs  Tons of people just like you out here. You would fit right in. God Bless.
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  299.  @carproauto4379  You are entitled to your opinion.God Bless.
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  300.  @johnscannell4189  A pleasure. God Bless.
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  301.  @AndyInPDX971  Thank you. God Bless.
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  302.  @rjay7019  Sorry for your loss. Hope all is well. God Bless.
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  303.  @dinawhite5175  Thanks for the blessings. God Bless you as well.
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  304.  @micksjoint  Hello Australia. Thanks for the kind words. Hope all is well. God Bless.
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  305.  @brenitacanterbery5420  Thank you. I know I am glad to have it. God Bless.
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  306.  @kennethprice5628  Glad to hear. God Bless. (Edited for spelling)
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  307.  @cheyennealexander3039  Thank you for the blessing. And to your son, thank you for your service, Semper Fi. God Bless.
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  308.  @Lillyknightlynala  Thank you for the blessings and kind words. God Bless you as well.
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  309.  @voidiez  A pleasure. It's been a dream of mine to bring a rig to the outback. Such an amazing place. Hope all is well in Australia. God Bless.
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  310.  @DieselRamcharger  I don't get offended. I also realize that content of character plays a role. We all play the cards we are dealt. There has been a drug crisis in Arizona, as well as all over the country. Sad really. I wish there was a solution. God Bless.
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  311.  @13ChroniclesOfDagger  Thanks for the props on the bus, and the doggos say thank you as well. God Bless.
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  312.  @rareroots  A pleasure. God Bless.
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  313.  @patricklee780  Safe travels. God Bless.
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  314.  @jklacker1  I have not been to that area of Arizona as far as I know. I know the Cherry Hill area though. It can be rough in Arizona in the summer months with the heat. In the end it comes down to do what makes you happy. I cannot say it's the best or correct or easy. That is a personal choice each of us makes. Hope all is well back in Grand Rapids. God Bless.
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  315.  @dumpstadee8371  I really do not leave lower Arizona that much. I have friends that go towards Flagstaff, AZ and some that go up into Colorado. There is probably somebody with better information than me on summer destinations.God Bless.
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  316. Thank you for your service. Korea was interesting. Met wonderful people there. God Bless.
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  317.  @CathieG  Yes it is. A name that just seemed to fit at the time I was choosing. God Bless you as well.
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  318.  @dannyjomacowan6409  Hello Marty from Muskegon. Not sure what kind of things are happening around you but I understand the search for a new lifestyle. Let me lay some truth down from my point of view. This is not necessarily the good choice for finding a new path. It is especially hard if you have a family and young children. Also it is not as some people would imagine, CHEAP. It is a trade off. Fuel cost,insurance, mechanical breakdowns and regular servicing can add up quite quickly. If you have an emergency fund set aside that helps but can be wiped out very fast with mechanical failures or health issues. My advice is this. Do your research on several alternatives, tiny house, van life, bus life, RV life, the works. Also do cost of living research for other towns or cities. This is not a party all the time existence out here and can be very difficult. In the end however, follow your heart. Best wishes. God Bless and be safe.
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  319.  @davebrown5130  Thank you. God Bless.
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  320.  @Fisklina  Thank you and God Bless.
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  321.  @jlynn4736  Thank you and you're welcome. God Bless.
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  322.  @SleepingTiger-vlog  There are several vault style toilets at the camps that we can use or we have compost style toilets that stow away when not in use.
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  323.  @OGDreamer  We will be around Quartzsite somewhere. Hope we cross paths. God bless.
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  324.  @rhiannonrose4841  Thank you for the positive vibes. It was an honor to serve. The doggos say thanks for the props as well. God bless.
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  325.  @OGDreamer  Enjoy Flagstaff. I am sure some people are confused by our dynamic group but we tend to have a pretty decent time of things.( Edited for Grammer)
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  326.  @darrelyoung3485  Thank you for the condolences. Glad you are still here with us after your accident. Seems we are both blessed in that regards. Also it was a pleasure and honor to serve. God bless you as well.
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  327.  @EPBF1  Thank you for the kind words and blessings. Also thank you for your sacrifices as a nurse, I know how hard it can be as several of my family members are RN's so I have seen the toll up close. I hope one day you get the chance to be out in the wide open spaces. God bless you, be safe and stay strong.
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  328.  @chrisclark9373  Thank you for the kind words. Update on the doggo, muzzle is off as of last week. Still probationary but doing well. God bless.
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  329.  @sandraannmelton8421  Happy to share. God bless you on your journey.
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  330.  @stinkypete3640  Hopefully it will be. God bless.
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  331.  @cornell833  Not sure what the emoji means .. sky or view? So small. Either way yes they are amazing. God bless.
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  332.  @kennethhacker3014  Thank you for the Love and good vibes. Sending the same back at ya. God bless.
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  333. ​ @michaelbishop6831 Did I ever say I did?
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  334. Sorry for the earlier reply. Seems My feed got linked to a comment not directed at me and I was confused. Thank you again for your service.
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  335.  @daystardanes  A pleasure. God bless.
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  336.  @jianxue2945  Shout back from the Q Arizona
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  337.  @MyEndoJourney  Thank you for the kind words. I posted this shortly after this video went live as it was among the first comments made. Hope all is well, be safe and God bless.
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  338.  @TheKingLikesArt  Thank you for the kind words. You may be correct on that, who knows. I wish them peace and good fortune regardless. God bless.
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  339.  @rayhill5767  Do they? Fascinating.
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  340.  @CTT3RR0R  Thanks for the compliment. I consider myself an average Joe honestly but thanks. I will keep on as long as I am able. God bless you as well.
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  341.  @DirtDigglerDetecting  Thanks for the kind words. That could be one reason sure. Trust me though if you were where I am now as hot as it is there probably wouldn't be any jealousy. Overall it's just a life, same as one back in the sticks and bricks, just that the house moves. Same problems, same basic needs, and sometimes more work then in a traditional home. If you seek it, it is freeing. If you are thrust into it it can be overwhelming. God bless.
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  342.  @CraftyCuriosity  Thank you for the compliments on the bus. I really enjoy the freedom of having it. As for the dental issues, I agree. Costs are an issue and unlike kids, dental issues never move out and stop taking your money. Hope things are well where you are. God bless.
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  343.  @ericfillmore7262  most people leave the area in the summer for cooler temperatures. Those who stay, in addition to air conditioners, sometimes use swamp coolers (evaporative water cooler) and tend to do more activities in the early morning or late evening to beat the heat. I take the dogs outside and spray them off with water every hour before taking them back inside to the shade and having them sit by the multiple fans and portable air conditioner I have onboard. The water helps rapidly cool their body temp through evaporation. Also keeping a wet head wrap or towel around your head and shoulders can help. It's not fun, but it's the way to survive. Hope that answers your question. God bless.
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  344. ​ @Melsincatuation It's nasty stuff to be sure. I thought I could leave all that drug scene stuff behind when I left the city but have since learned that it is everywhere. I wish I had a solution to the problem but it is not a subject which can be generalized in any way. Each person's reason is unique which is why there is no generalized solution either. Thanks for the insights. God bless.
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  345.  @ValerieGriner  No need for you to apologize for someone else's words. Thank you for the kind words though. They are appreciated. I was happy to share. God bless.
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  346.  @barbikayler40532  Yup. Priorities, circumstances, diet, so many reasons it happens. Hope y'all have a safe trip out this way if you decide to come out. The bus is always around this area somewhere.
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  347.  @barbikayler40532  God Bless as well
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  348.  @kylen4701  Thank you. Cheers back at you. God bless.
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  349.  @scottwall4669  Thanks for the thought. I should be around here in the fall and should not be hard to find. Check La Posa South in the early parts of the season and you should be able to see the bus from the primary access road. Look forward to a campfire night. Travel safe and God bless.
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  350.  @braves96  Thank you for the kind words. God bless.
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  351.  @dawnl.8752  Wow, amazing. I bet they have some fascinating stories about their adventures. Glad to hear they enjoyed their travels. Thanks for sharing. God bless.
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  352.  @bobm7275  Perhaps. God bless.
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  353.  @theriverwhanau3496  Then you would be partially right. I drank tons of soda before the accident which is why they broke off. Softened the enamel.
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  354.  @galespressos  For full timers that varies. For myself, with shore power in the summer I use a swamp cooler and an air conditioner, with two supplemental fans, one box style the other post mount oscillating to stay cool. It works well I the bus due to the open design. For those without the key is staying in the shade, off of paved areas and keep your skin covered by lightweight long sleeve, light pants. Lighter colors work best, white, beige or grey. A wet towel draped over the head and shoulders provides a barrier from direct sun when outdoors, as the damaging rays must evaporate the water before it can heat or burn the skin. Hydration is also a key factor. Drinking plenty of water is crucial. This last heatwave was intense and stressed standard air conditioning units to the max . Swamp coolers are great but consume large volumes of water. Even better would be to have moved to higher elevation for the summer.
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  355.  @AlanaBananaCanada  Lol, yeah that might lend itself to a few missing teeth. Thanks for the hearty laugh that comment gave me. Fantastic. God bless.
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  356. ​ @StacyBrule I didn't judge the slabs. I have never been there so I can make no judgments at all about the place.
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  357.  @sammallory  I never said addiction was not an issue. I just meant that not everyone out here is addicted. Also not all locals and tourists are drug dealers or users, but there are some that are. That's true anywhere. You can have your perspective on the world and that's fine, it's your world. I just spoke about what my experiences are. As for not being locals, tons of people move from city to city all the time. If someone moves here and stays, are they not then locals? How long before they are considered locals? I have been here for several years. As for God not being real, that's your opinion. May he bless you anyways.
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  358.  @daintyGorilla  Or perhaps misinformed as to the multitude of reasons toothloss can occure. This comment probably seems out of place with the comment that prompted it buried in the rest of the comments. Thank you for the support though. God bless.
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  359.  @FreeFinca  They do indeed make this a lot more enjoyable. Their antics can be at times better than reality TV. God bless.
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  360.  @MarsMan2482  Thank you. God bless.
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  361.  @lauraslanesvanlifetravels  So many reasons tooth loss can occure. Sorry to hear about your health and your vehicle. Thanks you for the compliments on the bus. It's very basic since I am still learning how to live in the space with the dogs so I'm have not begun the full build yet. I hope things improve for you and that you get the chance to come out here and explore the lifestyle. Hang in there. God bless.
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  362.  @lorimac0260  Certainly they can be and I will. God bless.
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  363.  @thevintagemom5455  Thanks for the positive vibes. I will do both as best as I am able. God bless.
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  364.  @joeo7257  The comment probably seems out of context now with the comment that prompted it more then likely buried somewhere in the comment section. It came up and I explained. I am aware that most people didn't notice and I did not think about how it would present months later and without the context of the prompting comment. That is my bad there and why I track the comments made here because I was not trying to imply that everyone thinks such. It's good that open minded people are still around as proven by most of the other comments under this post. Hope all is well. God bless.
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  365.  @jennifercorrell1009  The Bob Davis Podcasts. There is a link to it in Peters post about Bespoke Post under the read more section.
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  366.  @jeffgoldproductions  Thank you. Hope all is well back in GR. God bless
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  367. Mike the bus guy here. Skoolie are people who own and or live in repurposed School Buses.
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  368.  @FreddietheFly  No problem, just figured I would post on this comment as there have been more then a few inquiries on the subject and this allows for all new viewers to have a reference point. Sorry to have bothered you.
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  369.  @debgalloway1398  Thank you for the condolences. Yes my dad and I had a very strong bond. This life can be hard and sometimes it can be the cause of stress but it is usually short lived. The being in nature is a naturally destressing environment Thanks for the blessings as well. (Edited for spelling)
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  370. Grocery stores in town, Walmart in Parker and Yuma.
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  371. You are truly inspirational and have much to teach the world. God bless you Raymond and thank you for sharing this with us.
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  372. There are vault toilets here and showers in town.
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  373. Thank you for saying so. I appreciate it. God Bless.
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  374. Nah, he's just enthusiastic, energetic and passionate about being a nomad. Well so far anyways. He's a great guy and a great conversationalist even when that discussion becomes a debate. He is firmly grounded in reality and the here and now. He was also and still is a radio/podcast personality so that is something to consider.
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  375. They already run the place and make a ton of money from the fees they collect for the seasonal and annual passes we have to have to use the area. They have already cracked down or this would all be free. We pay to be out here.
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  376. But we cut out the mortgage or the landlord. We don't worry about getting evicted because the landlord sold the property without warning, or rent went up and the banks don't hold the house as collateral, unless you put your rig up as collateral. More of our money to invest in other things you choose, and f you have it. Not knocking on people who own homes. Just not my cup of tea as a single person with no kids and no need to be at an office or workplace everyday.
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  377. Yes
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  378. It's not the same without the flame! 🔥
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  379. The sky out here is usually clear so I can see why the streaks catch the eye. It was a cool late winter day when this was filmed and there was a lot of moisture in the air. The streaks are Contrails, water vapor in the atmosphere that passes through a jet engine becoming a hot vapor trail that then rapidly cools into long thin clouds behind the aircraft. It's the same as the puffs of steam from a car exhaust on a cold morning, just in a line because it of the jet engine thrust. We happen to be in an area that serves as an approach and departure zone for several major airports and military bases so we have a lot of air traffic overhead during the week. They aren't out here dumping chemicals on us nomads. God bless.
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  380. There are vault toilets in these reserves and some people have composting toilet which can be dumped at the dump stations also provided. That's the nitty gritty of doing the number 2 out here.
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  381. Mike the bus guy here. This is a bit of a late comment. I cannot speak for all, but I know I for one am happy. It is a state of mind. Also we are not always alone, we gather often and the people you meet become like family as time progresses. I am sure there are some who are unhappy, but I think for those of us who chose this lifestyle most are happy.
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  382. The Grid refers to infrastructure of water, power and sewer attached to a traditional house with a foundation. Dropping the internet would be called dropping off the radar.
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  383.  @cactusfacemcgillicuddy  says the person who edited their comment...lol.
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  384. Good call and yes FEMA should consider addressing this in my opinion.
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  385. Quartzsite Arizona exits 17 and 19 off Interstate 10
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  386. Mike the bus guy shouting back at ya.
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  387. It's just a bunch of people who love their country. Flags fly in almost every city and town in this country at businesses and homes. We are no different other then our homes are mobile.
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  388. Another interesting piece of content. Always fascinating to see things from a different perspective. Thank you for sharing.
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  389. Most people out here already worked their full careers and are out here on retirement benefits. Others have SSDI which means they were probably not able to work conventional jobs anyhow. Others are self employed or remote digital workers. There are military veterans who receive VA payments who contributed by selfless service to our country. Most everybody out here has contributed in some way or other. There are a few who have had a bad run of luck but they are still human beings and deserve to be accepted regardless. Life happens and anyone could be hit with rough times. Most of us though choose to be out here with the resources we have because it works for us. Hope all goes well for your future. God bless.
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  390. I still have my houseboat dreams for the future. If you say it's similar that gives me hope that I can indeed do it when I am ready. Thanks for sharing. God bless.
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  391. Song title: SunRise Artist: Northside
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  392. If they are employed or have a business yes. Most out here are retired or have government benefits, pensions or other means of support of some sort. Showers are located at multiple shower houses in town or in some cases they use camp showers or the shower in their RV. Business is done at vault toilets at some camps and compost or cartridge toilets at others or in the onboard facilities of their RV.
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  393. They hibernate in the winter so mostly you don't see them until late April.
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  394. Flint, oh the humanity. What an absolute nightmare in Flint. And you are correct about areas with only one or two supporting industries. I know there has been some progress in Grand Rapids becoming the "New Medical Mecca" and with all the hospitals and specialist centers opening up around the city housing costs jumped even more in anticipation of having highly paid medical doctors ,staff and students filling homes and apartments.
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  395. The answers to that are as numerous as there are people who live this lifestyle. Generally speaking though most go north to higher elevations or east to greener regions. Only a few stay out in the desert areas year round, myself included, and that can be pretty rough even when plugged in to power for the air conditioners.
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  396.  @BasicPsychology101  Not the first time thats been said. Just my point of view.
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  397. There are water stations at many locations around town where you can pay for fresh water and a water station at the BLM camp area that is available to people with the Long Term Visitors Pass, Two Week Access Pass or Annual Access Pass.
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  398. It's been a challenge even with shore power for air conditioning. It's so dry that air conditioners have been struggling.
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  399.  @MankindFails  You're welcome
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  400. Lots of different types out here. Most are retired with pensions. Some are people with remote technology jobs such as programming, data entry or medical coding. Others are on disability through VA, SSDI and some are on on regular SSI. There are people who work for the national parks as campground hosts who come to the desert when the area they normally work is too cold. There are a few people out here that are unemployed but it is not the normal scenario around Quartzsite. Mostly much older retirees.
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  401. When you love what you do for a living you will never work a day in your life. Murray certainly seems to love what he does. (Edited for spelling)
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  402. You asked so I am speaking for myself.
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  403. But only a key turn and short drive from several major cities and the ability to change to whatever area we choose whenever we choose. Try doing that with a full time job and a house payment.
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  404. In vault toilets built around the camp. As for water there are water stations in the camp as well as in town.
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  405. Never wanted people to think they were dangerous. The one had a muzzle because she was new to my custody and was skittish and snippy around people that's all. I believe in better safe then sorry. I didn't want her to freak out with the activity and bite.
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  406. "Tik Tok" like a clock ticking down as they watch the decline of our society by using the platform to start dangerous and fatal trends, as well as the data tracking concerns. Looking back through media stories of the past few years, how many destructive and or potentially fatal challenges have been posted on the platform. Stealing cars, destroying school property and sucker punch challenges. It is, or is becoming a weaponized platform in my opinion.
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  407. Don't know what service the bus was attached to since it also served . I myself was Army Aviation and Civil Affairs with the diplomas and honorable discharge paperwork to prove it and served stateside from 1995 until 2003. But you are entitled to have your opinion sir. That's why I wore the uniform so you could say what you want.
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  408. Parker is 30 miles north on hwy 95, the same hwy we are off from at this filming location. (Edited because autocorrect didn't like hwy)
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  409. Bureau of Land Managment
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  410. Only some areas are free. Paid areas have services.
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  411. Exits 17 and 19 off I-10 in Quartzsite Arizona.
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  412. If you get to the Big Tent show in Quartzsite early enough the work camp recruiters are here taking applications. Good luck on your adventures and God Bless.
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  413. Quartzsite Arizona exits 17 and 19 off Interstate 10 just before the California border.
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  414. Always room for new friends. Water is available here at the camp as well as in town. Water on site is free with pass, in town affordable at around 25 cents a gallon.
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  415.  @j.a.g.448  More than a ton. Take care.
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  416. Thank you for the condolences. I miss him everyday. Also it was an honor to serve. God bless. ( Edited for spelling)
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  417. I seem to be seeing a lot of misplaced sympathy for a criminal who carjacked someone with a gun. In my opinion he is lucky getting smacked in the face ,body slammed and tossed in a cell is all he got. Be soft on criminals and they will always return to being a criminal. This criminal was certainly willing to use a firearm to commit a crime so laying hands on this punk is far less then he deserves.
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  418.  @BruceS42  Safe travels. Hope to see you down the road sometime.
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  419. Quartzsite Arizona, exits 17 and 19 off Interstate 10.
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  420. Or they do and just want it to last a long time
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  421.  @kimprocarione5473  My pleasure. Misunderstandings happen sometimes. That why I felt the need to reach out and clarify. Hope this finds you well.
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  422. And most of us greatly appreciate your efforts. I know I personally do. Without people like you we would be unable to do this as a retirement option. Thank you and God bless.
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  423. There are showers located in town where you can pay a small fee. In the permit required camp areas there are vault toilets. Some people have portable compost toilets or cartridge toilets the are built small and stowable when not in use. Food is purchased at a grocery store just like normal. We still use the supply chain out here. Job wise, options are very limited as they are filled by locals. There are a few fast food places that hire seasonal staff to deal with the increase in customers during the winter season.
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  424. I see this and I immediately think of the movie "Bruce Almighty" when Bruce kneels in the middle of the road and gets hit by a truck. When he gets to heaven God says to him "You can't kneel in the middle of a highway and live to tell it about son" Maybe if they want to act like speedbumps we should treat them as speedbumps. They can complain to God about the climate since unless I am mistaken that is his department.
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  425. We have. That's why we spoke up. We have our reasons.
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  426. Profoundly thought provoking content. Glad I had the opportunity to meet and speak with you. I hope you continue to create and share this type of content. Your open minded approach to whatever topic you are covering is a refreshing change and in my opinion can help all of us to overcome some of societies deepest divides and misconceptions of things we know nothing about. Stay safe out there and keep exploring.
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  427. Mike the bus guy here. Yup, if you are far enough away and don't play after 10 pm when quiet time starts drum away my friend.
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  428. Hope all goes well with the bus build. As mentioned it can be as social or as non social as you desire out here. If you enjoy sitting inside the bus then that is totally cool. I feel ya. God bless and safe journey.
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  429. Yup, as I pointed out they think we are drug addled. Couldn't possibly be that I ate a steering wheel in a really bad car accident could it. Don't judge a book by its cover sir. However I don't judge you. I know you couldn't know the circumstances of my accident so I forgive you.
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  430. Where are the Cruise Ship Companies? If any of them had hearts they would be cancelling cruises and sending ships to act as housing for the survivors. They are well suited for such operations as all facilities are already aboard including housing.
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  431. The grid refers to utilities like power water and sewer in developed areas. It is different from the Supply Chain.
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  432. Exits 17 and 19 off I-10 just to get you a little more specific location.
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  433.  @BFHuntress  Your welcome.
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  434. Agreed. If three deaths constitutes a mass shooting this meets the criteria so....?
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  435.  @Loktoris  Some things need to be questioned, so thanks for asking the question.
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  436. Try using the search word BOONDOCKING, as well as DISPERSED CAMPING. There should be a wide variety of information available on this.
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  437. Vault toilets are built around the camps at various places. As for gas stations there are many to choose from just 4.5 miles away in the town and there are propane stations at several of those stations as well. No water hookups, it is dry camping here but there are water fill stations and waste dump stations as well as dumpsters provided for people with the seasonal or two week passes.
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  438. Air conditioners and swamp coolers.
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  439.  @jakec5618  Living vicariously can be safer and cheaper sometimes. Glad you found it interesting.
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  440. "The last mile" poetic.
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  441. Camp showers or at shower houses in town or at truck stops.
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  442. Service from 1995 - 2003. Served with G company 52nd aviation as well as B company 3rd 501st aviation in South Korea. Also served at Hunter Army Airfield in Georgia stateside with B company 159th aviation after MOS change then another MOS change to serve with 415th Civil Affairs Battalion (Reserves) out of Michigan.
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  443. MOS: 67V OH-58 helicopter repairer 67U CH-47 helicopter repairer 38A Civil Affairs Specialist
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  444. Quartzsite Arizona
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  445. "I'm worried about regular intelligence!" LMAO. legend Danny pure legend.
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  446. The Imperial Dam LTVA, in Winterhaven California is on a reservoir and is covered by the LTVA passes sold here in Quartzsite. You can buy the pass at Imperial Dam as well. It has all the same amenities as BLM camps here, water fill stations, restrooms on site, even outdoor showers, only the camp area is smaller and tends to be more crowded as there is less space to spread out. Still a great place to stay for winter and may be something to check into if you just want to take a vacation style trip to check the place out. Access to supplies at that site are in Yuma Az about 20 miles from the camp. God bless.
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  447. It does happen sometimes. Its the same procedure as anywhere else, call a coroner and go about the process of notifying next of kin.
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  448. Mike the bus guy here. I will do my best to explain how we live the lifestyle. First off most of the Nomads have an income of sorts, be it SSI, SSDI, VA benefits or some sort of retirement pension. Those still working are usually involved in tech type jobs where they can work remotely. There are some who work temp jobs whenever they need cash. Some are business owners. As for showers and hygiene, some rigs have showers built in, some people use gym memberships, or use truck stop shower facilities same as over the road truck drivers. Restrooms are variable, ranging from full shower and bath built in to a rig to a small compact compost toilet that stows away in a compartment. Also some camps have vault style toilets and showers available. Clothing is replaced same as you do, if you need new shoes go buy new shoes. Same with food and all other goods and services. The only real difference is that our homes are mobile and perhaps a bit spartan by most modern standards. You sort of get an understanding of how the settlers must have felt crossing the country during the expansion but with more modern services available. Hope this answers some of your questions.
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  449.  @artcook1976  You are welcome. Safe travels. God bless.
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  450. Yes
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  451. Thank you for your service. Sorry to hear about your situation. Hope things improve for you. God bless.
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  452. Very true
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  453. While this person may be popular with the youth it still goes against my CHRISTIAN VALUES so therefore I could give a rats behind if the companies don't back the LGBTQ AGENDA. If they back this thing, they turn their back on GOD and that's enough for me to want them to go out of business. A deal with the devil will always be a deal with the devil and if you believe this is acceptable as a GOD FEARING CHRISTIAN, then you too have made a deal with the devil by not speaking out against it. You can't have it both ways. (Edited to contain an additional thought)
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  454. Mike the bus guy here. We will keep the solar lights on for you. Come on down and visit whenever you can. You would be welcome at the campfire anytime.
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  455. Quartzsite Arizona, exits 17 and 19 off I-10.
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  456. ​ @isaimedel8152 There are kiosks at the main entrances to each of the four Long Term Visitor Areas (LTVA) off Highway 95. You can pay and get your info packets at any of those kiosks on or after September 15th which is opening day of the winter season. Cost is $180 for seven month seasonal pass or $40 for a two week access pass.
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  457.  @isaimedel8152  No problem.
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  458. During the winter in Quartzsite you are correct we are not on our own. There is a safety net of sheer numbers here. Once they leave that safety net and get into a remote area in some national park somewhere they often are completely on their own.
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  459. It's where I prefer ro shop.
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  460. Another fascinating presentation Makes me want to go on an expedition, since I am only about 20 minutes from where one of these sightings occured.
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  461. ​ @toivotorvinen Did that a couple times myself, lol.
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  462. Hey Michael. Nice to hear from a fellow Michigander. Hope all is well up there. God Bless and be safe.
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  463. We will be back here next season. Come to a fire pit gathering sometime. Trust me the bus is kinda hard to miss and I don't try to hide it.
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  464. If he is not already in one that is.
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  465. It amazes me that there are laws that prevent the use of deadly force to protect property while the criminals are willing to use deadly force to take or destroy property. When are we going to stop playing around with this issue and start planting criminals in the ground were they belong.
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  466. We were not speaking of the area when talking about danger. We were speaking of the full time lifestyle overall. Winter is great in Quartzsite, and even solo, there are enough other people around that you have help nearby if needed. Our concerns are about when they leave the Quartzsite area to lesser populated and isolated areas for the summer. The network of people you have in Quartzsite is no longer available once you leave. If you travel with a group the dangers are fewer but if you solo trip out into the depths of the Grand Tetons and you have a medical issue what then? Not saying it cannot be done just voicing our concerns, as silence serves no purpose in this matter God bless.
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  467. This is La Paz county
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  468. And where do you go #2? Oh yeah that's right. Most of you flush it down into the same water source you drink from. Wonder who has the right ideas here?
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  469. Not chemtrails. CONTRAILS. It's water vapor nothing more
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  470. ​ @deanandrew-gr1ch That guy wasn't the content creator. Peter, the content creator here is a cool dude, having met him to make this video. The guy who responded to you was trolling. Hope you give the channel another look as it's very interesting.
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  471. That group hangs out up in the Mojave Desert in California. Look up "Wasteland Weekend" if you want to see that side of things.
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  472. If you buy property or find a reputable Trailer park in town. Lots of those here both in parks and on privately owned properties.
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  473. Where we go number two seems to be the number one question in the feeds. There are vault toilets scattered around and many have facilities on board their rigs like compost toilets and or black and grey tank systems.
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  474. The " grid" refers to fixed foundation water, power and sewer. The "supply chain" is different.
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  475. 60 miles north of Yuma
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  476. Sorry wrong comment. My bad. However I agree with your statement as well. God bless
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  477. Hello Ypsilantian and fellow Michigander from Mike the bus guy.
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  478. This is not a gun law issue. It is a person with intent to do harm issue. Quit blaming the gun for the actions of the individual weilding it. If guns were not available criminals would use another type of weapon.
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  479. Thank you for doing GODS work. Keep the topic open don't let them silence the truth. God Bless you and this young man.
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  480. Song: SunRise Artist: Northside Album: Blacklake Waters
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  481. Greetings to my people in the 'small city' of Grand Rapids Michigan from Mike the bus guy. Hope y'all are well. ( Edited for spelling)
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  482. You refer to the one in Texas convicted of murder and sentenced to automatic life without parole. He didn't just get away with it. One man. Not the entire agency. Caught, tried and convicted. If he had just walked out of court with no consequences after the proof was made evident I might be more sympathetic to your comment.
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  483. Quartzsite, AZ exits 17 and 19 off I-10 just before the California border.
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  484. Notice how they stayed slightly outside the camp when approaching the bus and waited for the guy to come out. That's how that works.
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  485. Mike the bus guy here. Knowing the man personally I would say that's definitely not the vibe.He is one of the few people I would trust with my life.
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  486. Mike the bus guy here. It was a pleasure to share with you a bit of my life. Hope this finds you well. God Bless and be safe.
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  487. Please feel free to make a video which does a better job.
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  488.  @Gary-fe6lm  Correct. So I provided mine.
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  489. That's a hard question. To be completely honest I would say it would be very difficult to do this under such circumstances. That would be a question for the individual who needs the treatment to decide for themselves. I would add however that there are public lands that are within a reasonable drive of metro areas with appropriate facilities in parts of Arizona.
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  490. Tragic. Just trying to get the truth out and silenced in the name of secrets and power.A brave soul. (Edited for spelling)
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  491. You can't buy a gun until you turn 18, no alcohol until you are 21 because they say you are not capable of being responsible. Yet they push gender swapping in kindergarden class. WTF is wrong with these people? Now the question becomes, how do we solve the issue and stop this insanity?
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  492. Thank you too all involved for showing us around your cool community. It is interesting to hear the different perspectives from the OG's regarding generational mining. Thank you Peter for putting in the leg work for all of us at home. God bless all.
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  493. Not chemtrails, they are contrails, water vapor from hot jet engines passing through moist air high up in the atmosphere causing steam which turns to clouds. We are on an approach lane for LAX and Sky Harbor airports.
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  494. Seeing as how Hell is literally a town in Michigan that is a true statement most of the time
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  495. Not sure what areas you have been to but in all my years out here I have never had that type of experience. Most real nomads don't want or need your gear let alone are they jealous of it. To most of us it's just more junk to cart around and we are already quite well adjusted to the lifestyle without it. Sounds more like you ran into desperate people who are not nomads. Real nomads are the ones who choose to be out here and more often then not are very capable of supporting their own needs. At any rate sorry you had a bad run. God bless.
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  496. It's interesting you should say carrying a firearm is a "Flex". Apparently you have never been out in the wilderness where wildlife encounters are a very real possibility. Coyote packs are common here. It's better to have what you need then to need it and not have it. That's basic self preservation.
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  497. As a single guy with no kids I am just not in need of a traditional house and was tired of being a "serial renter". The bus and the class c motorhome before it, offered an opportunity to travel and explore the country I served while still having a solid shelter. Another feature is that I am not locked into a 30 year mortgage so if I don't like the area or a neighbor I can move in short order. Also there are no additional yearly land taxes on a bus. It is merely a trade off. God bless.
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  498. Mike the bus guy here with a late Thank you for your service. God bless.
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  499. Sweating
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  500. Seems they have made it to the YouTube comments section as well.
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  501. Just one more example of law enforcment agencies displaying their utter lack of common sense and ability to make good decisions in their duties to protect cirizens. And you wonder why people have little to no faith in law enforcments ability to protect anyone.
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  502. You type very well for a Mastiff. Lol.
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  503. There are a few jobs around. Dollar General always needs help and there are several fast food places that could use help especially during season. Keep in mind that this area is brutal in the summer so many people leave and occasionally extra hands get laid off or quit and move on. Tow Truck drivers also seem to be needed out here as well. Because this is a major fuel hub for travelers and because of the I-10 freeway they tend to get a high number of services calls in this area with a limited number of drivers available. I wouldn't bank on it though. Seasonal jobs get filled quickly as the crowds arrive.
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  504. You do realize that making claims to be an injured Vietnam vet in one short and giving a birth date that's years after the end of the war in another video is called "Stolen Valor" right? It is a criminal offense. Something to consider when you next post something.
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  505. A scary scenario unfolding.
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  506. The way you present this story makes it sound as if this occurs all the time and is simply not reported. I dont buy that for a second in the day and age of dash cams and bodycams. Thats a narrow perspective based soley on this one piece of video evidence. I say do your suggested study and get actual numbers before making any assumptions. K-9 officers make it possible to subdue a subject who may not otherwise be taken alive. This particular officer was irresponsible, reckless and stupid and was immediatly fired. Hopefully he faces charges as well for assault with intent to do great bodily harm, or higher charges because of his position of authority, for releasing the dog while under orders from State Troopers to not release. Without K-9 officers to assist their human counterparts it is likely there will be even more fatalities during police interactions rather than less. Because the officers did not have K-9 as an option prior to use of firearms. That should be common sense for anyone not an indoctrinated zombie of the narrative. ( Edited because I mispelled alot of stuff due to stubby finger)
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  507. The grid refers to the city infrastructure of power water and sewer. We are not tied to that system. The supply chain is a completely different thing. Yes we still use the supply chain.
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  508. Mike the bus guy here. This area is Quartzsite AZ exit 17 and 19 off I-10 but I am warning you in advanced it is getting hot as a frying pan out here and is not safe to be boondocking. If you are needing a place to camp for summer head towards Flagstaff to the Kaibab national forest area it is much cooler in summer and has the same 14 day policies as this area. It will be safe to boondock here in Quartzsite again in September.
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  509. About time. Maybe the next generation may actually regain an understanding of consequences for bad behavior. Too bad we cannot correct the behavior of a vast majority of millenials.
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  510.  @tenexotic  What makes you believe that? I ask because I wouldn't know. I have been in that area so now I am curious.
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  511. Into dumpsters provided on site and vault toilets also provided on site. There are also RV dump stations as well. We are not savages.
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  512. Thats Karma. Thank you for covering this story.
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  513. Kaibob National Forest is the one I hear about the most.
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  514.  @keirstinbueche9896  You are welcome.
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  515. Mike the bus guy here. I had considered it and it is still an option. Just a little worried about my exhaust smelling like french fries and being followed by people with a serious case of the munchies. Lol.
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  516. Mostly retired, disabled or remote digital workers or business owners.
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  517. Mr.Navarro was someones angel in that moment. God Bless him and the others who also arrived to help.
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  518.  @elseascotty9346  Sad but true.
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  519.  @elseascotty9346  I do so everyday
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  520.  @nonterrestriaI  Show me 50 or more illegal gun busts with convictions that stick and I might change my opinion. Until then I will keep the one I have.
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  521.  @deno4453  So I have heard.
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  522.  @johnjerman3421  Never said it was the Police Departments fault, only bad judgment in terminating pursuit. Let's be clear the ultimate fault lies first with the criminals, second with the Gunstore owner for lack of security then Police for failure to apprehend. Law Enforcement officials should be aware that sometimes doing the right thing means you take Heat for doing it. Uphold the Oath of Service or quit.No middle ground left to stand on, people are dying out here. (Edited for spelling)
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  523.  @nonterrestriaI  Putting a price on justice? That's part of the problem not the solution.
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  524.  @nonterrestriaI  On that much we can agree.
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  525.  @_Dennis2Society215  I agree we have sh*t laws on the books, however in pursuits, local, county and state police are the determining factor in calling off pursuits, not lawyers or judges. Police first have to apprehend the suspects in order to file charges, which are then determined by the court to be lawful or unlawful arrests. They can pursue as long as needed depending on type of crime committed. I would say this was a priority pursuit personally.
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  526.  @giovannigiorgio8962  I am well aware of that fact. Life is indeed a risk.
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  527.  @txJoJo55  I find it hard to disagree with that statement. You are correct they are scared. However leadership should be fully aware that doing the right thing sometimes brings Heat from above. The good ones do their duty, the ineffective ones toe the line.
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  528.  @giovannigiorgio8962  If you say so. You are entitled to your opinion, but yeah very well aware of the risks.
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  529.  @the-dark-side.  In some cases it is the departments that decide they do not need said equipment. If it were up to me each cruiser would have an autonomous follow capable drone mounted to the roof rack for rapid deployment as well as bumper mounted GPS TAGGING PROJECTILE launchers for tracking. There are certainly many underlying issues at play here, but the fact that we as citizens can discuss options and try to find solutions is a start. Now we need to take back control of local politics and reinstate tougher laws and punishments by actually getting involved with our city politics.It may not be solved quickly but it can be solved.
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  530.  @bobroberts2371  Maybe
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  531.  @the-dark-side.  I would like to believe such a society could exist.
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  532.  @dublj08  Probably not, they like their code 4's.
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  533.  @donnimetropolis9899  You assume I would blame the Police for the crash. I would hold the criminals accountable and be glad the Police had them in custody. Play things too safe and eventually nobody is safe.
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  534. Are some parents really so dense that they witness their child trying to initiate hostile actions in the presence of law enforcment and then ask "why did you do that?" Sir, they did that becuase your son had intent to initiate a hostile encounter and they would rather taze him then shoot him. A vaulable lesson for the young man moving forward. Anyone but the police may have just shot him dead. People say cops are cruel and cold hearted. This video proves that theory wrong in my opinion. The young man is still alive and breathing and maybe a lot smarter about starting problems with people.
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  535. In vault toilets, or onboard restrooms built into our rigs. Anyone caught leaving waste in the desert can be heavily fined and/or banned from using the LTVA camp areas for a year or more.
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  536. Sorry to hear about your friend. My condolences. God bless.
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  537. There is water and restrooms here as well as large trash dumpsters. We keep it clean.
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  538. There is a distinct difference between clueless and curious.
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  539. Truckers are the heartbeat of America. Keep em shiney side up. God Bless all truckers and be safe on the roads.
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  540. Thats some Gaige Grosskreutz level testimony! SMH. Sad how low the left will go.
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  541. Mike the bus guy here. A bit late with this comment but I feel a need to say something. There are some basic issues as there are when large numbers of people gather, arguments, some domestic issues from time to time, but generally speaking criminal acts against others is rare here. Might have something to do with the fact that many of us out here are armed so the criminal element tends to give us a wide berth as we are not easy targets. (Edited for Grammer)
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  542. "That's what a drug addict say..." that's what someone who doesn't know the person says.
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  543. 2000 jobs is insignificant compared to the amount of food these properties provide. This is a huge mistake. EV IS NOT THE FUTURE. It is the purveyor of our enslavement and the destroyer of our society from within. I find it unsettling that they preach a green agenda yet target our food supply chain repeatedly for destruction to further said green agenda.
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  544. Thought provoking conversation. Peter we recently met while you were filming in Quartzite AZ. I was unfamiliar with your content at the time and was just waking up so apologies for that. I appreciate the real and genuine interest in the topics you choose and hope you continue to produce this content, as I believe it has the ability to bring understanding and attention to hard topics, misunderstood peoples, and root underlaying causes for some of our countries largest divides. I wish we had had more time to talk. Take care of yourself out there and stay safe.
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  545. This area is on a major approach lane for several large airports and military bases. The sky's here can get quite busy and it was cool and damp at the time of filming so most jets were making Contrails as they passed through the cold damp air at altitude.
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  546. I agree that trash can be an issue. It is normally an issue in areas where people camp for free. In the paid areas it is usually much less of an issue because we have dumpsters here. Thankfully the Quartzsite area seems to be an area where people actually care about their surroundings. Not everyone mind you but most. Sure you get the occasional paper plate or cup that got away in The wind, or a bag that blew away, but it is normally pretty clean. Sad to hear about the problems in Mojave, I love that desert. I have to agree with this individual though regarding areas outside the LTVA sites. Please keep it clean or none of us will be able to enjoy it. God bless.
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  547. Classified documents are touchy at the best of times. Because they are Classified the FBI says we cannot see them, which means it is also easy to create either fake claims, or overexagerated claims. For example> if there were digital codelocks on the presidential restroom, the code itself would likely be classified, even if it became irrelevent after that person left office simply because it was a security issue. Not saying he did or didn't do as the FBI says, just pointing out that it is easy to say it is classified TOP SECRET and all that because it leaves us with no way to obtain proof. All we get is a "Trust me, Its bad" The FBI has blatently Lied to the American People before. Whats to say this is not one of those times? Oh right, they got documents, but ... they are Classified. I don't think a vast majority of the American Public are going to tolerate the Fecal Sandwich they are being fed much longer. Elections are coming.
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  548. Yes we will wait. Fact is I don't support either side. I think the whole system is corrupted. I merely point out the fact that this whole classified documents thing is suspect and that Americans are getting tired of both sides. Trump this, Biden that, like a bunch of 4 year olds on a playground. They are all of them morally and ethically bankrupt in my opinion.
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  549. Mike the bus guy here. Respect for others and respect for the land is one of the core values true nomads share. We have learned the hard way that trying to do everything on your own or making enemies of people around you usually ends badly. God Bless and be safe.
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  550. Vault toilets at the paid camps or compost/cartridge toilets for some. Others have full bathrooms on their rigs and use the provided dump stations. Water is available at the paid camps and at purified water vending stations placed around town.
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  551. Despite being from Grand Rapids I have never actually had Yesterdog. I was a Fuddruckers guy.
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  552.  @The.Original.Potatocakes  Unless it's been shut down I think there was one off 28th street somewhere. Was a kid last time I was there.
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  553.  @lovemcurvy3126  I didn't do that.
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  554.  @lovemcurvy3126  it does however appear someone else wants the proof as well. So where is it?
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  555.  @eonfontes-may219  I will look that up. Thank you for providing the source.
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  556.  @eonfontes-may219  So did an "easy Google search" using your own specified words "MORE OFTEN" in relation to citizens versus officers and you know what I found to support your claims, nothing. I found stats on numbers of homicides committed by police each year and percentages of deaths caused by police, but nowhere did I find anything to support your claim. That's fine that you believe that yourself. I am in no way trying to change your perspective.
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  557.  @eonfontes-may219  Just went to that page and still cannot find anything even remotely suggesting police are more likely the average citizens. If someone else can find that feel free to back him up and tell me where I missed it. It's news to me.
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  558. Not far from home. Been here. Feels empty.
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  559. Dollar General meaning in my opinion that you are the "General" in charge of how you spend your "Dollar" not that things cost a dollar. Nice smear story. I am guessing shopping at a Dollar General is beneath you presenters. Hope you never get fired and have to come down and join us mere mortals here in the land of reality.
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  560. Quartzsite Arizona, exits 17 and 19 off I-10
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  561. Thank you. God bless.
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  562. That makes sense since this is off HWY 95 which makes an appearance in that game. It was the road Peter was on when speaking of the RV's as far as the eye could see. This road runs North to South from the Canadian border to Mexico and there really is a place called Primm Nevada right near the border of Arizona and Nevada. Safe travels courier. God bless.
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  563. Mike the bus guy here. A bit of a late reply but nobody else took up answering your question. I will give you my reasons. In the winter it is cold, but it is not cold and damp. Much easier to stay warm with conventional heating solutions or simple firepits. In the summer it is hot, but it is not hot and humid. Much easier to get cool by simply staying in the shade and using a fan. That's just one of my reasons. Also the $180 permit fee for seven months of access makes it popular as well.
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  564.  @dayydayy_1  I can say that conventional air conditioners struggle with desert heat, as the rely on moisture to cool the condenser. Out here evaporative coolers function very well and when combined with an air conditioner can be downright cold. Good luck out there on your adventures. Stay safe.
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  565. Song: SunRise Artist: Northland Album: Blacklake Waters
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  566. Apologies for a mistake. The Artist is actually called NORTHSIDE, not Northland. My bad.
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  567. Powerful. Dont need to say anything other than that the video speaks for itself. Peter this is workd changing content, keep it up. God bless.
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  568. People not well put together tend not to last long out here. I encountered plenty of "feral" people back in the cities. People out here are much more adaptive and capable of surviving adverse conditions then the average Joe back in the world and many are very highly educated. As for being dirty, yeah that happens in the desert where there is dust everywhere. You get used to it.
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  569. I think this may be a good thing. Maybe not, but I would be interested to see, after this school year, if student grade point averages are affected negatively or positively by this decision. Maybe a follow up at the end of the year?
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  570. The government runs the place and makes about $234,000,000 a year from the fees of this small section alone. Not likely they would even try to shut it down.
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  571.  @hookasmokincaterpiller  the guy in the beginning spoke about paying $180 for a six month pass, as well as the number of people 1.3 million per year. Do the math and that's where I got the numbers. It is off grid, as the term "the grid" refers to homes and buildings with permanent foundations and services. (Edited for spelling)
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  572. Most people here are gone for the summer. I cannot speak for all those still here but it's been rough the last couple weeks. I will speak only for myself here. Doing chores and errands in the morning or after dark to beat the heat is part of it. I also have several fans onboard to move the air inside my rig around and a portable air conditioning unit I can move around to control a small zone inside for the dogs. Swamp coolers also work well here. Staying out of direct sunlight and having water around is important. A wet or damp rag or towel draped over the head and shoulders while sitting in front of a fan in this excessive heat has helped. (Edited because spellcheck changed a couple words first time)
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  573. Mike the bus guy here. The second chair was mine. I left it at his site so I did not have to carry it in the dark.
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  574. And there may be voice in his head somewhere. I don't know, I wonder sometimes.
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  575. I think you have Mike and Peter confused. Mike did not ask those questions.
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  576. Well I should hope not. Mine didn't pay mine either. Ever heard of a credit reference?
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  577. October 13, 1307, now known as Friday the 13th.
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  578. Mike the bus guy here. When I said I didn't have to think about what I was going to do in the morning I was referring to my time in the military and was answering a question. That's not contradictory if you followed the conversation and heard the question asked. I can miss those features of military service and still enjoy having the freedom to choose what I do each day now and not be contradictory. God Bless and be safe.
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  579.  @iamReddington  A pleasure. God bless.
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  580. There are plenty of stores available within a short drive from this area.
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  581. Water is provided at some camps with a paid pass.
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  582.  @katec9893  Demolition man I have seen. The others I apparently need to watch. Despite my surroundings I do enjoy the occasional dystopian film. Take care. God bless.
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  583. Mike the bus guy here. That's why we were saying it's not for everyone and not to just sell everything because someone else said it's a good life. It's only good for some and even then you are correct, when I get older there may come a point I have to hang up the keys and go back to a city and get an apartment. For now though this works for me. Thank you for pointing this out. God Bless.
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  584. Sorry for your loss. God bless.
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  585. Shocked this vessel is still afloat. Flag state info was quite eye opening.
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  586. Water stations in town or at the camp if you have a pass.
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  587. Only North Korea can decide to end the war. The US cannot just simply END the war. North Korea must agree to sign the documents. I find it hard to believe that there are people in this world so uniformed as to how the REAL WORLD WORKS.
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  588. Just gonna come right out and say it, the man is right. If you are a parent of a young child and you get on a plane with 200+ other people and it throws a fit perhaps y'all dumbasses should get a citation for disturbing the peace. I don't give two flips about your spawn not being able to control itself. Quite the contrary as a responsible parent maybe don't get on a freaking airplane with a bunch of people who are not responsible for your baby. We don't want to hear it, we don't care if it doesn't feel well We don't care if you can't calm it down. Your need to procreate and leave a mark on the world does not give you the right to disturb my peace. And before y'all say oh you were a baby once too, yes that's true, the difference being that my parents knew better then to get on a fucking airplane. These parents are getting out of control. I will not look the other way and allow a precedent to be set that your baby is allowed to scream its head off on a airplane. Rent a car and drive your ass cross country instead of just assuming people are gonna be silent about it. This man has every right to complain and while I do not agree with the non black baby statement I will apply this to all babies. Keep y'all's babies off airplanes. Either that or pay for my ticket because it's your kid not mine. Nobody should think taking a baby on a plane is OK. It is not. You can throw shade at me if you want but I don't mind the heat when it's a valid point. Your kid your problem, if it becomes my problem I am gonna become your problem. (Edited for spelling)
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  589. It doesn't really work like that out here. Most often when new nomads arrive they tend to float around the area. Eventually you find an area that fits you and then meeting people happens in it's natural form. You don't just join a group out here, you find one, or make a new one if that's your thing. New groups form every season and old groups don't always stay together even when they are close friends. Good luck in your endeavour. God bless.
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  590. I am sure many feel the same way. Keep the Faith stay strong.
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  591. Thank you for your service. God bless.
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  592. No I do not. Sorry. God bless.
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  593. great information. glad you are well.
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  594. Shout out to the East Coast Nomads, from Mike the bus guy.
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  595. Mike the hot wheels bus guy here. Thanks for the compliment on my collection. One of the things I have stuck with since I was a kid. God Bless and be safe.
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  596.  @84CORVETTEBILL  Thank you for your service. God Bless.
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  597.  @yooperlife6913  A pleasure and the pups say thank you. Dentures were painful, never fit well. I just got used to not using them. God Bless.
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  598.  @Americansangel  Thank you Sheila. I only posted that right after the video went live. It was the among the first comments made so I explained. Hope all is well, God Bless.
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  599.  @BabeDogGsD  Hello fellow GR native. It was a pleasure to serve. I really haven't missed the snow at all to be honest. Hope you are well. God Bless.
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  600.  @Tombombadillo999  Thank you Tom.God Bless you as well.
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  601.  @melvingrimes7886  Hey Melvin. Thanks for the compliments on my hot wheels collection. I don't really have a way to get in contact as I would like to keep my email private. I appreciate the offer. God Bless.
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  602.  @melvingrimes7886  I am sure I will be around the LTVA area somewhere. The bus is hard to miss and usually withing eyesight of a main road early in the season.
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  603.  @lisamartin7764  Thank you for the condolences. God Bless and be well.
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  604.  @aaronclark1599  Thank you. God Bless.
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  605.  @fifilamoore1718  You are welcome. Thank you for the positive vibes. God Bless.
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  606.  @marcohvac8902  Thank you and God Bless.
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  607.  @dopeclips9370  Thank you for the blessings. As for the accident at least I am still here. Will do my best to stay safe. God Bless.
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  608.  @deirdrecorey3876  Hope your chemo treatments are or were successful. Dental work is extremely costly that's for sure. God Bless.
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  609.  @JoJo-vv9rs  Thank you for the kind words. Hope this finds you well. God bless.
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  610.  @ZeRoAtOm33  Sorry for the loss of your dad. Sounds like you had some amazing adventures. They are indeed with us. God bless.
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  611.  @bethwilt3483  Thank you for the kind words. It was a pleasure to share. You will know in your heart if this is the lifestyle for you and I wish you all the best in your endeavors. God bless.
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  612.  @Roobah  I didn't dis the slabs. I have never been there so do not know anything about it.
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  613.  @adanpesito669  Thank you for the props. I dabble in painting myself from time to time though I am not very good at it. This life can be tough though so take real care in deciding to make the leap. Best wishes and good luck to you. God Bless you as well.
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  614.  @mattbasford6299  Sorry for your loss. Thank you also for your condolences. God bless.
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  615.  @Kinikia95 That's one of those topics I wish I was wrong about. In the mid 2000's a bunch of California based property management companies moved in to Michigan and took over most of the rental properties and a few "bad apple" realtors bought up a ton of houses and let them get run into the ground. The houses still in good repair are off the charts expensive and the older run down properties are still old and run down with a coat of new paint but no real upgrades to speak of. Sad to think that for many people across the nation they have been priced out of the communities they were born into. God bless and good luck in your housing search
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  616.  lucyleftthebuilding99  Thank you for the kind words and blessings. God bless you as well.
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  617.  pa_2600  Thank you for the kind words. I and the pups will do our best. God bless.
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  618.  @daintyGorilla  So far so good. Hope you are well also.
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  619.  @theredlobster4693  Greetings fellow Michigander. Thanks for the love. God bless.
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  620.  @dougd878  Thank you. God bless.
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  621.  @sandraannmelton8421  Good luck with the search and safe travels. God bless
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  622.  @neilsjmcmahon  Most people didn't. The comment probably seems superficial at this point with the comment that prompted it buried in the rest of the comments. Thank you for the props on the bus. Thank you for the blessings. God bless and Godspeed to you as well.
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  623.  @pdxeddie1111  Thanks for that. Yeah that comment was made very soon after the premier of the video in response to one comment made very early. Seems a bit out of place now. As for the alternative transportation, that's something I am considering.The bus was and in some ways still is a new experience for me. Taking my time now to learn about how to live in it and how to best integrate another form of transportation into the build process. I have considered a few options ranging from a side by side, to e-bike as well as a small car like a Fiat or something I can flat tow behind the bus. Taking my time with that because this town is so small it can be navigated on foot when in town proper. As for going other places. I started out traveling all over the US in the early days. I kind of settled into a low orbit here while searching for a bus to purchase since I wanted one from the western states with no rust. Now I am doing my budget research in this area, keeping track of cost of operation so I know my travel range per jump when I begin the next phase of the project. I also chose this region because U-Haul has its headquarters in Phoenix and can or at least used to, fabricate custom hitches for vehicles at some of their locations, so I would like to get some input from them on that front. God bless.
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  624.  @pdxeddie1111  There are reports and talk around some places about stuff left out or unsecured occasionally going missing. It's not any more or less frequent then anywhere else in my opinion it's just sometimes harder to spot because you don't always know if the person rummaging around a camp is the resident or the neighbor who just watched the owner drive out. For the most part people around here are honest people. I know it kinda sounded like I implied the whole town was cooking meth and every tourist was using. That's not the case. As in any area there are a few bad apples. Keep your important stuff secured adequately and normally it's not an issue. God bless.
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  625.  @stephaniee8909  There is definitely a stigma attached to tooth issues. Not sure where it started but it has put a certain perspective into the minds of many. It's tragic that we no longer look at each other's content of character. Some of what I said in this video could be seen in much the same way. We all have our perspectives. But we know ourselves and those who know us know otherwise. God bless.
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  626.  @lloydbrown9327  The possibility of being robbed is something that could happen anywhere. In my opinion I do not think that participating in this lifestyle increases that risk significantly in any way. Using the same common sense security measures you use at home, like securing easy to carry items, locking doors when not in camp and chaining up generators usually prevent this type of activity. There have been reports of items going missing in the later part of the season as people leave but I cannot verify the truth of such claims and I don't believe you are going to held up or mugged by anyone out here in Quartzsite. Of course be aware of your surroundings when travelling and camping, but overall the chances are not any more or less then they are now. I personally had only one encounter with someone trying to steal from my rig. I was at a Walmart parking lot for an overnight stay and resupply. I carried a large 6000 watt generator on a rear hitch rack at that time. It was double chained to the frame for security as well. In the middle of the night I felt the rig shaking slightly and the dog went nuts. When I looked out the window this guy was trying to pull the generator off the rack. He probably thought the rig was unattended. He took off when the dog barked. Not sure how he planned to carry that massive thing but oh well. I have not had any theft or attempted theft issues since then though. Someone else may have other opinions but that at least is mine. Good luck on your journey should you decide to take the trip. God bless.
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  627.  @redskiclayton  God willing I will still be kicking about out here somewhere. Hang in there. God bless.
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  628.  @BensleyDRAKE  Greetings Kenya. Thank you for the kind words. It was a pleasure to share. God bless.
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  629.  @KimberlyDyson-gt2qw  Thank you. I hope everything works out for you. Hang in there. God bless.
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  630.  @marcvarner1  While I know of the Silhouette I have never actually seen an original. The car you noticed was a Nissan 300 ZX. I do however have a second generation Silhouette II in my collection which is a modern tribute to the classic design. God bless.
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  631.  @Mahakasmieslapsi  Thank you for saying so. God bless.
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  632.  @livergsp  Thank you. It was an honor to serve.
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  633.  @MIstastacks24  While I appreciate the offer, I prefer to keep my personal information private. Thanks for the thought. God bless.
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  634.  @Roy-w2o3f  Thank you for the kind words. God bless.
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  635.  @MichaelGawesebmainone  Greetings Namibia. I hope you get the chance. God Bless.
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  636. This is typically a winter haven site when the areas you describe are much too cold to camp in. Most of these people do indeed return to regions you describe when the spring weather arrives, and there are a ton of free camping areas in such regions that can be used.
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  637. Nice yacht. The color palette is soothing and inviting. Safe travels, God bless.
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  638. There are water dispensers and dump stations located within the designated camp areas for pass holders. For non pass holders there are water stations and dump stations available for a fee scattered around town.
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  639. Mike the bus guy here. Thanks for the kind comment about my bus. I certainly enjoy living in it. God Bless and be well.
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  640. Coleman camp stoves, both one and two burner style are very popular among minimalist nomads. Compact and easy to carry that may be one option for cooking you might look into. Coolers in the winter can be adequate. A bag or two of ice can easily last three days or more in winter here. Not so in summer, you may get a few hours out of a bag of ice in the summer. Also I should mention that butane cookstoves are not well suited to this lifestyle as the butane tends to gel at colder temperatures making it hard to get them started at times. Propane is the preferred fuel source for most nomads because of its flexibility in all weather types.
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  641. As a addition, there are restrooms located here in the camps if you come to the LTVA area. There are also several fast food joints in town just a few miles from the camp area. Carls Jr, Chesters Chicken, McDonald's and Burger King all have a presence here with a Taco Bell currently under construction at the Pilot Truck Stop in town. There are many convenient amenities here which is why this area has become so popular. I hope you get the chance to see this place one day. God bless. (Edited because Carls Jr is not Crawls Jr as I typed the first time)
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  642. Glad dad was well thought of. He was definitely a very unique and special man. Hope all is well and thank you for your law enforcement service. God bless.
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  643. To the madam attorney general... If you want those type of laws pack your bags and move to China. I am sure they would be happy to have you.
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  644. ​ @dianaparent3721 No it was actually construction safety fence. They were putting in new water pipes and sewer dumps beyond and did not want anyone falling in the trenches in the dark.
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  645. Those are not chemtrails. They are Contrails, steam trails left behind jets at high altitudes from moist air passing through hot jet engines. We are on the approach and departure paths for both LAX and SKY HARBOR airports. They only happen when the air temp at high altitudes are very cold and damp.
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  646. So you have had Cinnabons from Blyth California as well. Fantastic aren't they?
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  647. A heavy calf length natural leather jacket, usually brown or black made popular in old western movies.
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  648. In a car? That was our concern. Yes there are plenty of older men and women, respectively, in RV's doing well but not many in cars.
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  649. To clarify, you don't just walk into someone's camp and bang on a closed door, you wait until they are outside and ask if you can approach the camp. That's just common courtesy and some people like to be left alone. Also some people have dogs that will not take kindly to someone just walking into their area. Not like being in the city where you have no choice but to walk to someone's front door. If someone is inside a rig and you want to get their attention you stand outside the camp, 15 feet or so and loudly "hail" the camp. It's usually something like " Is there anyone in camp?". If the person is there and wants to engage they will come out and talk to you. I agree that was a bit of a confusing statement and I hope this helps it make more sense.
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  650. I use dashcam on an RV. Would placing obvious video surveillance notices on the exterior and interior pass as notification, seeing as how many places use signs to inform people in the same way. I ask because of your comment about activity while at service stations.
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  651. Ok we will keep it. Hope all is well and comfortable. God bless.
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  652. My brothers name was Ram. He sadly passed in 2007. It's not common but it is a real name.
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  653. This is Quartzsite AZ, exits 17 and 19 off I-10 right before the California border with Arizona.
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  654. The humidity alone must have been miserable. Thank God you came through all right. In many ways the humid zones can be as dangerous if not more dangerous then the desert. With the humidity and without mechanical cooling in summer and ample heat supply in winter the elements will overtake you much faster then out here. Out in the desert staying in the shade out of direct sunlight or simply adding a layer of clothes is key. In humid zones there is no escape. Thank you for sharing your insight. Hope all is well for you. God bless.
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  655. I am sorry to hear about your friend. God Bless.
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  656. The channel has come a long way. Well done and congrats on a million but moreover thank you for the courage, time and effort it took to share this content with us.
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  657. An important topic. Thanks for sharing. Keep up the great work.
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  658. Praying for this deputy to make a full recovery. God bless.
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  659.  @reubenj.cogburn8546  Can't disagree and wouldn't try. Each person's experience her is different. That's why I only commented on my own. I don't think at any point did I attempt to generalize a group. Just what has happened me. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. God Bless and be safe.
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  660.  @reubenj.cogburn8546  No worries my friend, misunderstandings happen. God Bless and be safe.
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  661.  @reubenj.cogburn8546  Only speaking to the ones I have encountered personally, usually snowbirds, the ones with brand new rigs. . Surely there are some really decent people among those groups, but I have yet to encounter them. The ones that have been in their rigs full time for years have moved beyond such things. We are each allowed to have our own views of the world around us. Just saying.
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  662.  @reubenj.cogburn8546  Not looking for a conflict here. We have both had our say and I am going to leave it at that. We are each entitled to our perspectives.
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  663.  @reubenj.cogburn8546  Ok I'll bite. My comments referred to those who were living a lifestyle similar to my own, full time nomads living in converted vehicles, not to those outside of that group. Unless you have lived this way nothing I say could be applied to your life. Again it is matter of perspective. Your perspective is different then mine and always will be. The difference is that I am NOT telling you you are wrong, just that you see it from a different point of view. You are the one trying to jam your view down my throat. Get over it and move on. Done here, period. ( Edited for spelling)
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  664.  @reubenj.cogburn8546  One further comment. I have been reading all the comments here and have seen your name here in several acting like a troll. Anyone else who is reading all the comments may, or may not see that as well. Going to leave it up to them to decide.
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  665. Quartzsite AZ, exits 17 and 19 off I-10.
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  666.  @forestchild3511  There are water fill stations at several places in town, such as the hardware store and at the truck stop. Broadband I something I cannot say for sure but the truck stop, as well as several restaurants and the laundromat have free wifi that can be used. Food is available, there are several different grocery stores right on the main strip in town. If you need a Walmart run there is one in the city of Parker 30 miles north of Quartzsite. I have been here several years running year round and never been unable to get the basics.
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  667.  @forestchild3511  cell signal can be spotty outside of town. I haven't really had any issues with signal at the LTVA areas though. As long as you have the data plan needed to support your specific needs you should be ok. I have heard it gets sketchy in some places.
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  668.  @forestchild3511  You can get pretty darn close to it. The camp we were at was about 4 miles out of town. Of you use one of the other site you can cut that down to about 1.5 miles
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  669. Prius is a great platform. Not a fan of cars myself for full time living, but I have travelled with a crew that had a Prius dweller. That car was an amazing asset and I was amazed that the owner could actually lay out flat to sleep as long as it's not over packed.
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  670. I must say that I can completely understand the first farmers point of view concerning Renewables. While solar and small windmills serve a useful purpose in the Nomad World, their application in Midwestern Agricultural land is ludicrous. The panels are useless for the most part in the long winter months covered by snow and under cloudy skies. The windmills are heavy and take a fair amount of sustained wind to be significantly impactful. I have often seen them sitting idle for extended periods of time, while camping for a month on a mountain in Uniontown Pennsylvania, overlooking a decent number of the large windmills. The loss of good fertile farmland is not good for anybody and could impact the food supply chain very significantly. God bless these farmers for their service to all of us. Thank you Peter for giving us the opportunity to hear these important perspectives, from the people actually on the ground. You are doing us all a great service. Thank you and God bless.
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  671. Good natured misfits for the most part.
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  672. Quartzsite Arizona is located at exits 17 and 19 off the I-10 just before the California border.
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  673.  @pickinforalivin  A good question and one I ponder on often. My outlook on it is bleak. Let's hope I am wrong. God bless.
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  674. Sometimes good journalism requires asking uncomfortable questions. This is a good example in my opinion. Many people, not all though, assume that all black people are offended by the Confederate flag. If you don't ask the question that misconception stays in place. The answer given dispels the myth and shows that it is not the case. It could have just as easily reinforced the myth therefore it was a relevant question but that's only my opinion. God bless.
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  675. This is just one of the many methods sick people will use to undermine the youth and ideals of America. Slowly chisling away any semblence of common sense or common decency until their LEMMING ARMY is strong enough to throw itself on the sword. Homeschool your kids. Get them out of the government indoctrination system a.k.a PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
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  676. Most of them by leaving the desert in the summer and going to cooler regions and a few by toughing it out. I don't recommend being out here in the summer, it's very dangerous and potentially deadly. I have seen a couple rigs still out in this area, as I am in town just a few miles away. Most long term people here, myself included, tend to go to town and plug into shore power at an RV park for the summer if they have stayed and have the ability to do so. It has been a struggle this year with the heatwave and I am worried about those who stayed but I also cannot make them leave. God bless.
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  677.  @RS-gl9ht  You're welcome and me too.
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  678. If you care about your sons future, do not allow him to go to public schools. Homeschool takes more effort on the part of you as a parent but it is the only way to ensure your son will be taught good values, and not be indoctrinated by the evil forces of the world. One of the biggest missing factors in the world today is parents lacking interest in being personally involved in educating their children. To most it is seen as someone else responsibility. It is not. It is the parents responsibility. Keep on exposing the lies, you are truly doing GODS work!
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  679.  @TheAvandriaSeries  Did you see that quoted statement shown during the news piece or not? My statement was made towards that commentor and their supporters. Interesting that you automatically assume I am trying to tell anyone what they are thinking. I merely commented on and asked a question about a publically posted comment by a government official.
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  680.  @HIGH_noon  It sounds incredibly fascinating. Maybe it was the narrow perspective of the camera that made it feel "normal" it can't capture all of the peripheral activity. Thank you for sharing your perspective. God Bless.
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  681. 60 miles north of Yuma
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  682. Mike the bus guy here. Bob does make some dang good tacos.
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  683. Mike the bus guy here. Come on out and hang with us sometime. Be glad to have you at the campfire. God Bless and be safe.
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  684. Proof that need is the mother of all creativity. This machine could change the game for farmers in conflict zones worldwide.
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  685. The ability to dust an area that doesn't fit your vibe at any moment you wish is the point. Don't like the area, turn the key and go wherever you want whenever you want. Try that with an apartment or house. God bless.
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  686. Much the same as say, country folk, who dream of big city life. The idea of a new adventure. It is definitely not for everyone, but for some it is a great life. Same applies to the city. It can be a great life there as well.
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  687. There are many ways people out here support themselves. Many are retirees with pensions. Some have SSI, SSDI or VA disability. Others are remote workers with tech jobs or medical coding jobs. Some work temp jobs. Others are camp hosts at other National parks in the summer months that have closed for the cold winter season.All kinds of different ways to sustain yourself if you have the desire to do it. But it's still not easy by any means.
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  688. It has not been fun I can attest to that, however properly outfitted and prepared it can be done.
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  689. A good man with a good plan can do anything he sets his mind to. Awesome.
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  690. ​@@TimRockItThis video was filmed in late January early February, can't exactly remember when but it was still moderate to cold at the time. As I recall temps at filming averaged about 60 degrees daytime with overnight lows near 38. Chilly to us long term residents. The heat recently has been extremely brutal. Daytime temps inside my bus in the front compartment outside the air conditioned control zone in the rear area reached as high as 140 degrees so the dogs and I tend to nap in the A/C pocket at peak heat times. I feel bad for those without adequate cooling. God bless.
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  691. We use grocery store and toilets just like everyone else. We are not savages.
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  692. Just a thought here. What is the overall impact of the migrations on Mexico as a whole. They are actually the ones seeing the highest activity. As an american it is hard for me to see from that side of the border as my actual time there has been very limited. What types of encounters do the border protection forces on that side of the border have in their daily activity and contacts?
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  693. Sorry to hear about your issues with bad landlords. Sadly it is becoming more and more common all around the nation. I get sick and tired of all the legacy media talking heads saying there is a lack of housing. No, there is a lack of AFFORDABLE HOUSING, which is within the reach of the average minimum wage american worker. Hopefully all works out well for you in the long run. Best wishes on your journey and God bless.
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  694. Buy it the day of the meal or pack it a cooler with ice for a few days. There is a grocery store in town that sells fresh cuts of meat.
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  695. It's hot now but was cold to mild at time of filming.
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  696. There are shower houses in town and vault toilets provided all around the camping areas. As for refusing to pay high cost of fuel, we just don't travel as much as we normally would. We stay longer in an area as opposed to moving around constantly. It's all about cost management. Instead of driving from LA to New York City in three days we slow it down to 3 weeks or even three months to spread out the cost of high price fuel unless we have to meet some sort of deadline regarding time.
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  697. No hookups out here. It is dry camping but there are water fill stations, waste tank dump stations, trash disposal and restrooms at these sites. Just wanted to clarify that point. God bless.
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  698. And it is $180 for a six month pass at the LTVA (Long Term Visitor Areas) sites. All of which are dry camps no hookups.
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  699.  @LibertyOrD___h  For some it can be a horror story. For those of us who love to rough it, it is pure bliss. Hope all is well in Canada. God bless.
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  700. ​​ @youcudneva6896 BLM -AZ website: www.blm.gov/az BLM - CA website: www.blm.gov/ca Passes can also be purchased in person at one of the four kiosks at the entrance to each LTVA site in Quartzsite on or after September 15th which is opening day. Look for the Kiosk with the US flag flying as that denotes Open and Manned status. (Edited for correct day)
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  701. Ever served in the military? I have and I have been a victim of violent crime and injured more severely by people here in my own country. These evil people don't give you a time out to call the POLICE nor do they stay to make a 911 call for MEDICAL HELP. These situations are the epitome of LIFE AND DEATH. You have the right to NOT CARRY A GUN if you so chose. In any event each person has the right to defend themselves. As long as there are people who commit violent crime we should all be prepared to deal with that situation.
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  702. On another note please do not think that I am not deeply saddened by the loss of life, because I am. I have LAW ENFORCEMENT members in my family. Like the military when you become a Police Officer you know and understand that you will be putting yourself in DANGER so hopefully others will not have to. But others do have to deal with this violence. NO OFFICER ANYWHERE, even if they wanted to could prevent every crime from being commited, and we as citizens do not always have the option to avoid the violence especially when it is directed at us. I have been beaten so badly by a shoplifter that I have a titanium skull plate and artificial eye sling to keep my eye in its socket. Lack of new thinking MY EYE, pun intended!
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  703. I would be extremely suspect of a $1 bus unless it was a hot wheel. Just saying.
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  704. In the background you see a person who showed up to a video game giveaway wearing a full ski mask in the summer. Hmmm. Yup thats normal.
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  705. Thank you driver for keeping America moving forward. God bless and be safe on the roads.
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  706. There are people on SSI, SSDI, VA, retirement pensions, savings from the sale of a home or business, business owners who have people running things back home, remote technology workers, etc. There are a couple grocery stores in town. Walmart is about 30miles away if you need bigger ticket items. Blythe California is also a short drive away and has grocery stores as well. Hope that answers your questions. God bless.
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  707. No electric out here unless you have solar, a generator, or a rig with an inverter that connects to the battery or batteries . Town has RV parks with traditional style RV parking and all the amenities.
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  708. The Captain was in the wrong. Driving at high speed in an unmarked car without lights or sirens, he himself was a danger to the public. FHP trooper did the right thing. Furthermore the Captain should be disciplined for his actions, he clearly has no regard for the public's safety.
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  709.  @Tigerist  On that I can agree. But as to the drivers intent to do intentional harm, I do not think that is the case. My hope is that this is a lesson to all about responsibilties.
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  710. Move to higher ground away from washes (dry riverbeds) and block off roads prone to flooding. Sometimes a no travel advisory is issued by the state or city in cases of heavy rains or flash flood warnings.
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  711. Interesting. Going to research the process since I have to admit I do not know about this option. There is definitely a lot of plastic wastes around here. Thanks for the suggestion. God Bless.
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  712. Mike the bus guy here. Thanks for the love. God Bless and be safe.
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  713. Reading, writing, painting, hiking, listening to or playing music, working remotely, all kinds of stuff. Nomads have a lot more flexibility on daily routines than most.
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  714. If this is true then that commander needs to be charged with negligent homicide at the very least, 1 count for each life lost, with maximum sentence for each count imposed by the court. Shameful.
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  715. They are hibernating in the winter when most of these people are around.
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  716. A clearer perspective of government agenda than many Americans.
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  717. ​ @phoenix2gaming346 That reply just further makes my point.
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  718. At the post office general delivery or from a mail service businesses located in town for a fee.
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  719. Peace and Love back at ya from Quartzsite Arizona Desert. I love the Tuscon area. Spent a couple seasons there several years ago. God bless.
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  720. It is better to voice a concern and be wrong, then to be right and be silent.
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  721. Thank you. God bless
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  722. Doing GODS work. Pass the bill.
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  723. Also not all injuries happen in combat so there is that as well. Thanks for playing.
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  724. Not true. We pay for fuel, insurance for our rigs, permits and passes and those who still work remotely still pay taxes. We just don't pay landlords.
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  725. It is, just that this is a few months growth after a close cut. Bed head happens.
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  726. This is awesome. Thank you for sharing this. Inspiring proof it can be done. God bless. ( Edited because I repeated myself the first time)
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  727. Its been rough to be sure. Still happy though, but I have air conditioning so I can't speak for everyone. God bless.
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  728. the advantage of a propeller aircraft is that it allows for slower speeds which translates to a more stable firing platform and longer time on target.
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  729. Yes there are plenty around during winter season.
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  730. Song: SunRise Artist: Northside
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  731. Showers in town and also many have outdoor solar camp showers. Some have showers built into their rig. Food can be found at several stores in town or at Walmarts and other grocery stores located close to the area.
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  732.  @terryowen6759  It's always a risk when you chase a criminal, and yes someone you know could die in a Police chase car crash,which is horrible, but life in general is a risk. As for property crimes, it is to the point where a criminal is willing to kill to steal property, so why should we not be able to kill to defend it? Furthermore if they were driving dangerously, the vehicle then qualified as a deadly weapon so why did the Police not pursue until they could PIT the car or there was a wreck. Save a motorist by terminating pursuit, lose maybe a dozen people or more to gunshots later, bad math.
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  733. Mike the bus guy here. Hello fellow Michigander.
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  734. Yes, in the state where your driver's license is issued and if you are registered same as everyone else. The elections are every four years, not like they sneak up on us. Plan accordingly to be at the booths on voting day.
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  735. Great question by the way, thanks for asking that. It's an important topic. God bless.
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  736.  @tomahawk1911  Oh yes and water. Water is provided here on site you can access if you have your seasonal pass.
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  737.  @tomahawk1911  My Pleasure. Also yes they are good buddies.
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  738.  @kavitadeva  My pleasure. I hope you feel better soon and would be happy to respond to any comments. God Bless and Good Health.
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  739. Mike the bus guy here. Our camp is a sober camp. No drinkers or drug users here. We won't tolerate that in our group, as it is disruptive to our collective calm. Cannot speak for others though.
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  740. Only small stuff, flat tire, air filter, spark plugs and wires. The area is designated National Wilderness Refuge so if you get caught it's pretty severe fines and possibly being banned from National Parklands for a year or more.
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  741. My condolences on your fathers passing. God bless
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  742. The area shown here is on the flight path of several major airports, as well as military bases. They have formation flights often in the area.
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  743. Thanks. Hope all is well back in Grand Rapids. God bless.
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  744. And if you did we would be happy to add your car to the impound yard.
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  745. Write your own obituary? Who does that? "I didn't do anything wrong"? Yes sir you did... If you are not smart enough to figure out what that was, well then, you certainly are not smart enough to educate our children. I can understand the lesson about safety but the write your own obituary was a step way too far. Get out of our schools, stay out of our schools, and stay away from our children, along with your CRT pals, period. (Edited for spelling)
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  746. Why would this truck driver choose to load his truck in a active traffic lane when there is clearly a large parking lot right there. Truck driver won his Darwin award fair and square in my opinion. If the driver of the car is found to be not intoxicated or not distracted I believe they should be released. Just from looking at the aftermath this trucker clearly had an active lane of traffic blocked with no visible warning lights or roadblocks to warn other motorists what he was doing. Trucker appears to be at fault unless there is some other evidence not being shared.
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  747. Sorry to hear that. Keep the faith. God bless.
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  748. Mike the bus guy here. A bit late with this reply but I just saw the comment and wanted to respond. Yes its sad but they do dump dogs. They tend to arrive with small puppies who grow large in the seven months the season lasts. After the end of season a large dog makes it hard to hitch a ride out of town so they take the dogs out in the desert and walk away. As for what it would take for me to dump my dogs, well that would be an end of the world scenario and even then I would most likely stay with them anyhow. God bless.
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  749. Mike the bus guy here. Thank you for your service. hooah.... Bravo 159 AVN among others.
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  750.  @ruggedrickrude1946 Sorry to hear about your uncle. I was a helicopter mechanic my first tour. While I appreciate the offer of a bracelet or keychain I would prefer to keep my email private as I have been previously hacked. Thank you for the kind offer. God Bless.
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  751.  @ruggedrickrude1946  Lol, you can't fix stupid am I right?
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  752. In summer yes. In winter it can be very cold with overnight lows near or below freezing.I have had water jugs freeze outside in winter.
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  753. Mike the bus guy here.Have to agree the suburbs of G.R are pretty nice. It's the inner city that's suffered over the years. Hope this finds you well back there in Michigan. God Bless and be safe. ( Edited for spelling)
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  754. Mike the bus guy here. I agree! We need wiffle ball, badmitten and volleyball.
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  755. ​ @DOGakaDefenderOfGems We did. You can have your opinion and we can have ours.
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  756. Song: SunRise Artist: Northland Album: Blacklake Waters
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  757. Apologies the artist name is actually NORTHSIDE. Not Northland my bad.
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  758.  @LordKroc  No offense taken. It can be tough.
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  759. I looked into that option and found that it would take a massive solar array to create enough power to charge an EV truck regularly out here. The cost of such a rig would be $20,000 or more and require a fairly large trailer to carry the panels needed if the panels were fixed mounted. That was years ago though so maybe there is newer tech available.
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  760. They are mostly common sense courtesies, rather then rules unless it one of the posted BLM park rules. God Bless.
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  761. They probably think something like "there is money to be made there" so they open businesses and casinos nearby that us Americans then go to in order to get supplies and try our luck at the slots. Merely speculating though. They control the entire city of Parker just north of this place we're the Walmart is and were most nomads here go for groceries.
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  762. The grid refers to infrastructure like power water and sewer permanently attached to a residence. What you are referring to is called off the radar or off the map.
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  763. Mike the bus guy here. Come on out and hang with us. It can be interesting to say the least. Lol. God bless you and be safe.
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  764. Yes. The Colorado River Indian Tribe (CRIT) land is very close by.
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  765. Please keep in mind that this was a singular point of view about that subject. It's not all encompassing. In an attempt to add insight with my own perspective if I may, there are unspoken rules amongst many of the Nomads regarding generators. It is learned by experience or occasionally by someone just saying it as I am doing here. We don't expect everyone to understand everything first day out. We usually sit and laugh about it and remember our own days as one of those people, because most of us were and or still are just like that. All we generally ask is that if you have one of the loud generators take that into account when deciding how close to park to your neighbors WHEN YOU ARRIVE. Also areas within 500 feet of the Vault toilets are generally looked upon as "QUIET ZONES" as it is frequented or is intended to be frequented by people camping in tents or cars or busses or ambulances that do not use generators or have onboard facilities. If you have a self contained rig please use the areas farther out so people without can have access to the facilities they paid for. Now that being said once you arrive and have been there overnight, if someone comes and gets close and complains about the generator, well you were there first, they can move, or if you are a cool cat and don't mind seeking a different view you can move. I don't think any of us actual nomads would ever walk into a camp and complain about a generator unless you put the thing right next to my pillow and I am in a tent. Also I think the comment about getting the bus was a subtle poke at me and my bus and becoming part of a trend, as I had upgraded myself not long prior to this filming. It's all in good humor that's all. God bless.
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  766. Mike the bus guy here again to correct a mistake I made about Dad. It was the month of May, not March. Sorry Dad.
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  767. There are vault toilets that are scattered around the Camping area. Some have bathrooms on board their rigs and they dump their tanks like most RV parks do at a dump station at the park. Others have portable composting toilets.
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  768.  @kirkgoshert7876  For those who pay for the pass the area is staffed seasonally so in all honesty we pay for the services through fees and permits. With the number of people that come at the $180 pass level there is enough income to provide a small staff each year.
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  769.  @kirkgoshert7876  Pit style toilet concrete construction one or two stall style.
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  770.  @kirkgoshert7876  De nada
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  771. I think most of us out here would say yes to that. It's a matter of perspective.
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  772. Because they are not chemtrails. They are Contrails, hot water vapor in the exhaust of an aircraft that cools rapidly and forms an artificial cloud. Same as the steam from a car exhaust on a cold morning just in a long streamer because of the jet engine thrust. I heard all the chemtrail rumors as a kid as well and did my research as well as being an aviation mechanic for a time. Not saying chemtrails don't exist, just saying these are not chemtrails. (Edited for spelling(
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  773. Simple answer, because it's common sense to do so.
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  774. Mike the bus guy here. Thank you for the compliment on the bus. I enjoy it very much. Hope this finds you well. God Bless and be safe.
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  775.  @Jaz_Dahlia  Thanks for the props. God Bless
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  776. Mike the bus guy here. My dogs say thank you for loving us!
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  777. Thoughts and prayers to the people of Tennant Creek. Godspeed and God Bless the firefighters working this fire.
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  778. Not a cop but I do know if you come at me in my ride like that you better believe I am going to ventilate you without hesitation.
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  779. You assume the Border Patrol Agents can magically manifest Air Conditioned Hotels for everyone trying to cross the border. Keep in mind that these people chose to be out there in the heat to cross the border. This is a poor attempt to demonize an agency that is doing its assigned job. Also you fail to mention the thousands of americans who are homeless in Arizona who are also out in the heat. Are they not as important or do they have they just not fit your political narritive.
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  780. Enjoy your power now Joey boy. Eternity is a long time to burn in hell.
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  781. The dogs say thanks for the props. God Bless.
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  782. During the winter most nasty critters here are hibernating. In the summer however there are plenty of snakes and scorpions milling about but if you know where they like to hang out it is easy to avoid them. At least it has been for me and I have been here in this desert for seven seasons. I have yet to see a live snake or scorpion even in the summer. When traveling it can become an issue depending on where you camp. Always ask about local wildlife before deciding where to camp.
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  783. As for overheating again most people leave but those who stay often go to town and use shore power for air conditioners. Sorry I missed that answer on the first reply.
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  784.  @luvmedearly77  Ouch. That sucks. Yeah I have been rather lucky. I worry most about my dogs poking their noses in something. Glad you are ok.
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  785. Freedom to turn the key and go anyplace we choose whenever we choose. If we are sick of the desert we drive a few hours north to the mountains and stay as long or as short a time as we wish. Our homes can be anywhere.
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  786. That was probably Peters rental.
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  787. Coming from a man who literally pretends to be characters in a script for a living I have a hard time taking any of his words seriously. Does he even know what reality is at this point?
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  788. No major repairs or extensive restorations of engines or transmissions. Things that involve chemical applications, that sort of stuff. Spark plug, air filter, your door fell off, flat tires, minor stuff is no issue.
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  789. Five answers. There are several shower houses in town where people can go for showers. Also camp showers and onboard RV showers for those who have them. There are vault toilets built all around the camp area. Some people have compost toilets that can be hidden away. There are a few grocery stores in town, and Walmart is only about 30 miles away in nearby Parker Arizona. There are ambulances here and there are two medevac helicopters stationed at the fire department for airlifts if needed. There are a couple places in town that have free wifi, but aside from that internet is whatever data plan you bring with you. Some RV parks include wifi with the price of a pad, but if you are out boondocking like we were it's all on you.
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  790. This is a bit of a late response to this comment. Those lines in the sky are not chemtrails. They are in fact Contrails. It's different. Have you ever seen the puffs of steam from a cars exhaust on a cold morning? That's the same concept. Jet engines create a ton of heat. The moisture in the air passes through the engine and the hot vapor rapidly cools in the cold atmosphere behind the plane creating an artificial cloud. The long trails are just rapidly cooling drops of water forming and they usually disperse quite fast. Not saying chemtrails don't exist, just saying those streaks in the sky here are not chemtrails. There are several Airports and military bases that surround this area so there is a lot more airplane traffic then in some areas as well as it having been very cold the night before this was filmed so there was a ton of moisture in the air. Also it looks odd because more often then not the sky's here are so clear that any disturbance in the color palette catches they eye. I hope this sets your mind at ease that they aren't dousing us nomads with chemicals. God bless. (Edited because I repeated myself twice in one sentence)
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  791.  @samantharicherson9780  $40 for two weeks - $180 for seven months.
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  792. Contrails, hot water vapor from passing through jet engines that cools rapidly in the cold air behind the aircraft causing the vapor trails. It's just water vapor, same as any normal cloud just in a streamer like pattern.
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  793.  @adiossoulboy  if there are strong winds at that altitude then yes. I was involved with aviation for several years. The day this was filmed was cool with high moisture and little wind. I have done my research. Perhaps you need to do more yourself before buying into the conspiracy theories.
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  794.  @adiossoulboy  You are certainly welcome to your opinions. I must be stupid seeing as how I somehow managed to aquire enough resources to retire at 37. Either way no matter to me what you believe.God bless.
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  795. Do not forget what happened to him before he became Robocop. Would you be willing to take a hit that bad? Some officers are! We need more of them.
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  796. If he has the backup poll already I think he should be able to debate. If the other participants have an issue with it they can bring it up for debate at the debate. Thats why it is called a debate.
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  797. Or it was asked in an effort to dispel the common belief that all black people automatically take issue with the Confederate flag.
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  798. Mike the bus guy here. Wishing you well and hope you get the chance to come hang with us in person one day. You are welcome to come hang at my camp anytime. God Bless you and stay safe.
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  799. So were they, lol.
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  800. Some people have showers in their RV. For the rest there are shower houses in town or at the truck stops for a small fee.
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  801. There are Saguaro Cactus here that only grow in two places on planet Earth, here in the southwest deserts of the United States and Israel. The area is a preserve and as such is regulated. Chemical spills caused by working on cars or trucks can do damage to soil. The land itself is held in trust by the government and belongs to all united states citizens.(Edited for spelling)
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  802. And reasonable people carry them because they are very well aware of that fact.
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  803. Mike the bus guy here. Actually the content got cut but Peter did ask about UFOs because of a gag plaque I had on the wall of the bus. I will tell you what I told him and you can ask him if I am being honest. We see all sorts of stuff out here. However most of them are peoples drones who are out shooting YouTube footage, as well as having a military training area just south of us beyond the mountains so we see lights and stuff we cannot identify, but I do not think it's aliens. More then likely military jets and or helicopters.
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  804. There were a few other UK viewers in here that mentioned the canals and narrow boats being very much like this type of lifestyle. Maybe check that out.
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  805. No charges. The person with the box cutter had the clerk cornered. Immanent threat to others. I would have done the same. CCW REQUIREMENTS lead me to believe the customer is adequately if not well trained, as I have myself attended those classes in Michigan, so I am familiar with the scenarios taught there.
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  806. In my personal opinion it is because Diesel is the type of fuel most used in commercial and industrial applications. The economy depends on vehicles and equipment that use diesel fuels so they jack up the price to make profit from a product the economy cannot survive without. Without diesel the supply chain would grind to a halt. It is all about greed. Individual people can choose to drive their gasoline fueled cars less when prices are high, but 100 tons of cargo from a diesel fueled cargo ship cannot be moved from ports to a small town in Iowa without a diesel fueled truck or train so the companies who operate those vehicles must buy diesel no matter what the price is or they go out of business. When diesel prices are high the cost of goods also rises to offset the cost of transportation.
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  807. Or very good budgeting skills. Income was discussed. Everyone out here has a different story in that regard.
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  808. It was winter when this was filmed. Quartzsite is mostly a winterhaven area for nomads and snowbirds. Now that it's summer most of the people that were here are indeed in greener areas and mountains and such. This area just happens to be the gathering point when it's too cold everywhere else. God bless.
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  809. There is a general delivery service here as well as several mail forwarding services where you can have Amazon delivered.
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  810. Hence some of the concerns that were raised.
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  811.  @AlwaysNerdyTV  I can see your point of view. Just thought I would share mine as well. Take care out there in the world.
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  812. Nope. It was just a cold and damp day out here and we happen to be right under a major air traffic hot spot as we are surrounded by several major airports and military bases. Always a lot of aircraft overhead creating contrails, which is nothing more than steam from damp air passing through hot jet engines then rapidly cooling in the cold air behind the aircraft. They usually break up pretty fast but there was very little wind that day.
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  813. ​ @MA-dy4ss You are free to believe whatever you want. Tried to tell you the truth but apparently you don't want to hear it. I spent many years in aviation. I know a thing or two.
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