The Alternative Buttons is a well known Dutch band which was active in the … Read Full Bio ↴The Alternative Buttons is a well known Dutch band which was active in the early 80's. The group-members where: Josje Mulders, Frank 'Jam Boy' Kitzen, Thei 'Blockhead' Schreurs, Frans Houben, Lian Storcken, en Paul 'Costello' Hendrix. They were influenced by the Gang of Four, P.I.L. and the Neue Deutsche Welle. A small village Grevenbicht was their home-base, from where they travelled all around Limburg. In 1983 en 1984 they toured in Germany en Belgium.
In 1983 they became well known with the compilation album
"Alle honden blaffen" which appeared on Free Limbabwe Records. They recorded for this album two songs 'Help me nurse' and 'über alle Gipflen ist ruh'. The first song was written by the famous limbabwian songwriter Roger 'Steemo' Smeets.
Unfortunately the group split up at the summer of 1984, but was on stage in 1997 for the last time.

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Stephen Major

1y↑3

In all fairness, I can't give you a specific answer to such a broad and open question but perhaps you can make some conclusions based on your daily activities and observations. Please keep in mind that I was speaking from the viewpoint of one person within the limitations of a brief video and didn't intend to offend anyone. But perhaps I can offer you a few examples for your consideration.

I was just waiting for my wife to meet me at the car after our brief but separate shopping in a busy mall. I've watched the amount of distance between some parents and their young kids that (sometimes) seemed as if they came by themselves. Many parents didn't even look back for any reason.

There's also a few parents who pick up their kids from school and then speed off as if they couldn't understand that other kids deserve to be as safe as theirs.

And finally, think about the number of children left unattended in hot cars with the doors locked.

These are just a few of the examples that I can offer especially given the fact that there are no perfect people and no perfect situation. My only point was to applaud someone who seemed to have everyone's interest in mind. But what do I know? He could be a complete tyrant once they get a few miles from home. Let's hope not.

All comments from YouTube:

Tiny Home Tours

2y↑2K

Did this tour motivate you to live tiny? This video got me pumped up to mod my very own tiny house 😍

mike severino

2y↑57

truly amazing to have had the epiphany of the real value of life, Family <3 <3

RhoRho the Vegan Shih Tzu Lover

2y↑136

This isn't tiny 🤣

Sibongumusa WS

2y↑41

@RhoRho the Vegan Shih Tzu Lover This actually big. It is very nice. I love this life. I would like to know about safety. Do they travel from country to county and how safe is it on the road?

Mascarenhas

2y↑13

@Sibongumusa WS wach the video.🙄☮️💗

Noemi Solano

2y↑21

I definitely want to live tiny!! Nice bus 🙂

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Kit Kat

1y↑715

I could never imagine living in a space like this with so many people, but it’s absolutely mind blowing that you’ve done it and made it look so nice! I’m blown away!

thedude

1y↑26

we only see one side of the story....remember that

prawt

1y↑21

@thedude it looks nice but 8 people that's insane lmao I would never do this for that many people I would go insane

B

52w↑10

@prawtit would've been a good idea if he had like 2 or 3 children, anything more than that will kill their privacy and won't be able to spend time alone or study

Kinketsu

51w↑7

@thedude He has also only spent 7 nights in it so, in all fairness, I dont think he really knows what he is in for.

Kate Storer

49w

Bro that aint a tiny house thats a frikin MANSION

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Seldarius

1y↑1.1K

I‘m really happy to see someone who has a sensible though process about living in essentially a moving tiny house with children. Lovely man, I hope they all have a great adventure.

Trevor

1y↑404

My favorite part was him telling his story. That moment of realization: "Wait, what are we rushing home for when this is the happiness we work so hard for? Let's just do this." Excellent. They made it happen, good for them. :)

Toni Michaud

1y↑4

Yes 1am glad you woke up and decided to make your life on the bus with the kids,

Yuhan Zhang

51w↑3

My favorite part too. And they put it in action. The bus was built in 2020 which is not too long ago, and look at the life they're living... inspiring.

Aarteest Mj

51w

I’m proud to know Colorado was a part of his experience.

はなKairi

1y↑583

This is like a mansion in the tiny home community

Chrys

1y↑11

Like a mini mansion

HelloThere

1y↑1

What price would u say for a mini bus should I spend

Jeffrey Carman

1y↑2

Right, this thing is probably like 700 square feet.

Ariplaygames

1y↑500

I always see bus conversions where the parents get a great room and the kids are an after thought and barely have any space. Its soooo nice to see parents that clearly care about their kids and making sure they have a place even in a small space like this. Wish you guys the very best!!

Ted Tolentino

1y↑15

These are two awesome parents who have placed a high priority on the putting the children as the focal point of their adventures.

C Ch

1y↑1

@Ted Tolentino And set them up to fall off the roof deck. I think these parents are free to decide but they seem to care a bit too much about being cool.

Analstrosen

1y↑2

@C Ch Relax, they are safe. How would you do a roof deck?

C Ch

@AnalstrosenYou don't know how time works, do you?
Doofus: Relax. They're safe. 🤪
(The next day....)
Doofus: Oh noes! 😭

No roof deck on a double decker, genius.

Analstrosen

1y↑1

@C Ch f u 2

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Chris Vineis

1y↑48

Tiny house living seems so attractive in so many ways. I just can’t help thinking that there’s not enough privacy for a whole family

Johnny Bravo

Nope, just don't buy toys ...

Ella Eadig

2y↑3.4K

I love that you decided that if anybody's bed space was going to be converted for a secondary use, it was going to be yours and not the kids'. So many people ask their kids to make compromises when living on the road but I personally think the adults should make the compromises, because adults are more adaptable but also the adults are the ones who ultimately made the decision to choose this lifestyle. Good parenting. 👍

Mathias M

2y↑118

For me this is just commen sence. Kids in a normal house need a bigger bedroom because they like to play in it and not only sleep in it,

Erin Toal

2y↑32

Kids grow up and move out so it makes more sense to covert their space.

Eugene

2y↑128

@Erin Toal ya so let them be less comfortable cuz you’re worried about wasting the space after 15-20 years….. no common sense lol

Hernandez03

2y↑1

Weak

Brenden

2y↑12

thats called being a decent human being. he isnt special for it.

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30secondstomarsMBH

1y↑122

This would be absoloutely awesome for a small family of 3 or 4, maybe 5. It's obviously well designed for such a big family, but for a smaller family, the way this is organised, it would be really cool to have a smaller family and use some of the extra space. You never realise how much space is actually on these things but the fact you can fit so much is amazing.

ssilva872

1y↑8

Yeah if it was a family of 4 it would be even better.

He never said if he has animals but I'd take a cat or a dog over 4 extra kids lol.

Kurt Punches Things

1y↑3

Yea if they had even 4 kids instead of 6 it would be alot easier to live in

Diamond Bullock

I I don’t know ttt. Td d word dbut e see how it is is it a good good thing thing to do to get get r word for it it is a good good reeething thing to do for me me and my family and and ree are not together anymore and I don’t want to be be friends with them 🎉🎉

J DB

1y↑2

if he had only 2 kids he could still have a gaming room 😏 being a software guy he knows his way around PC's

Erlaf

1y↑289

I like how simply and comfortable your roof rails are made.

Karyn Johnston

1y↑19

That table that flips up from behind the benches is genius!! Definitely going in my notebook of “best tiny space ideas”!!!! With this man’s attitude how could it go wrong. I think that his kids will forever be grateful for this amazing adventure that he’s setting their lives up to be 💛

Ramsey Kelvin

50w

Hello Karyn how are you doing today

Saxon Arledge

52w↑55

Man, the amount of respect and care these parents took into giving their kids as much space of their own as humanly possible in a bus...mind blowing. They made many sacrifices so their children could have more room for their own belongings as well as space to play and be. Props to them! It's really heartwarming (and rare) to see a tiny home parent live more modestly for the benefit of the children.

Kinketsu

51w↑4

Now lets see if the kids appreciate living in bunks in bus for the next two years

Kinketsu

51w

Now lets see if the kids appreciate living in bunks in bus for the next two years

JW Suicides

48w↑2

@Kinketsu It depends on their ages. Kids loving having their own little "caves", etc, plus as he says they'll be personalising them. Once puberty hits some of the kids may well want more privacy. He says they'll be reassessing within those 2 years.

Cristi watjen

51w↑4

This is freaking awesome! I LOVE what y’all have done with this bus & I LOVE your outlook,hope it all works well for your family & safe travels

Sus

51w

its abusive

SheyTheGay

2y↑5.8K

This is the first RV family I've ever seen that has respect for the kids needing space as well. It's usually the kids who are forced to work around the parents dream

chumleyok

2y↑378

You think the kids aren't 'working around their parents' dream here'? lol. Of course, they are. Its a battery farm for preteens that will age within 2 years, mechanically, spacially, and privacy-ly.

_NeDyAh

2y↑377

bruh what space? they each only have a few cubic feet LMAO

Pixel Eclipse

2y↑79

I think, Family of Nomads does a better job of giving all their kids enough space.

Matt Straughan

2y↑25

@chumleyok battery farm? What are you talking about?

ML Guy

2y↑97

@chumleyok probably means the kids enjoy the outdoors more so - but as a kid that enjoyed being inside as well as out, this would have been a nightmare (especially when you are going through puberty ha) - that being said, they are continually going to reassess so I think this family will do what is best.

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abstractclass

1y↑186

What a great father. It must be nice to afford the option to travel like rock stars across the country with the family. Nicely done.

Guitar Ninja Rick

1y↑12

U can too with a million spare dollars, lol

TomFriendly

@delicflower13x3You’re delusional.

heightsofsagarmatha

1y↑2

This is expensive though, must be tens of thousands a month to run all that. Where does the power for toilet pump and laundry come from?

jeff

1y↑1

@heightsofsagarmatha ur delusional to think that it is 10s of thousands to run

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Lisa V

1y↑19

VERY COOL! I love this idea! I understand the appeal and I think you and your family will love this time together. You’re smart to have considered reassessing whether you still want to continue this life style. Most people dive head first because it looks fun but they don’t consider the fact that it might be fun at first BUT…… no one ever talks about how it will get old after the novelty wears off!!! LOL
It will be a great experience for you’re whole family! I look forward to hearing the updates on all your adventures!

Brenda Bown

1y↑10

I think this is one of the top Bus RVs for a family to live and travel full time in that I have seen. It's the perfect home on wheels for growing children and their parents to see the country while enjoying it as a family and learning so much along the way. I especially love the commitment of more space for the children, especially for those rainy days when they may be stuck inside to have that upper story to hang out ... with all that space thanks to the folding master bed!

Ramsey Kelvin

50w

Hello Brenda how are you doing today

Christy

1y↑5

I would have loooooved living like this as a child, as well as if I could have done it with my own kids. I continue to be SO surprised at how judgemental so many people are of these families that are trying to put value on family & experiences, not materialistic things. It takes A LOT of work to live like this, I have so much respect for the parents! Thank you for sharing!

Daphoid

2y↑1K

What a fun adventure! As a young kid I think this would've been awesome. However as a teenager / someone getting into their own hobbies - this would be pretty cramped I'd say. I really appreciate that you're revisiting. I'm sure it'll be a great adventure but may lead back to a bigger house, and that's totally OK!

A

2y↑171

This could only work with small kids. It’s bad enough the kids hear their parents clapping every night you don’t need to start hearing the kids clap back

Dan

2y↑3

Come on get with the program already

Dan

2y↑1

Bathroom is this way

Adam Christie

2y↑17

@A 😂😂😂😂

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Darlene Inocente

1y↑17

Wow, this is the best RV I've ever seen! It's very well-planned! I love that it has two comfort rooms and a shower just right for the height. The kids' beds have their own beds so that they can have their own personal spaces... Speaking of spaces, the RV is spacious enough for workspace or playing area. PLUS, the roof deck idea is AWESOME! I love it

Debbie Schoop-Wilson

1y↑6

Wow! What amazing parents you are! Your kids are going to remember this for the rest of their lives. I hope you have fun travels and that you enjoy your new adventures in life!! Oh, and your bus is just fab!

Ramsey Kelvin

50w

Hello Debbie how are you doing today

Lee K

1y↑5

would love to see these guys in like a year! this is such an awesome build, and i love his story. But also super curious whether it'll work to have so many people in such a small space! wish them the best

SA page_old

1y↑1

Kudos for what you've done for you and your family. Must be great being with them on the road with that thing :) Enjoy !

Alexandra U

1y↑2

I also thought that if we turn towards a tiny home it should be a converted double decker, so my son could have his own full sized room in the tiny home. I really love that each of your 6 kids got their own bed and that they have the whole upper deck as room to play. The only point where I’m a bit concerned is the laundry machine, such big front loaders have a lot of weight while camping options with a top loader have less weight and are easier to buckle up for when one drives, the big and heavy laundry machine could actually rip a buckle and fall out of its place, because of the weight and because the upper level has more movement when driving. The camping options don’t have a heater inside so one needs to add preheated water via the water pipe, but because of the missing heater they don’t use up that much electricity and they run faster that the regular household front loader’s while getting the laundry clean and rack dry like the regular household front loader. At least that’s the case on those camping laundromats that have a full program included that runs on its own till the laundry is finished. I should still have a link saved to the one that we have for camping, ima look for it and add a comment with the link of what I mean so one can compare the difference to what ppl normally think a camping laundromat would be.

Daniel Harris

2y↑509

Well thought out having a separate shower. Especially with a large family. Two half baths and a separate shower was one of the best design decisions you made.

Barb

2y↑8

And then there's always the great outdoors or campground facilities if needed.

Repent and believe in Jesus Christ

2y↑1

Repent to Jesus Christ “Humility is the fear of the Lord; its wages are riches and honor and life.”
‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭22:4‬ ‭NIV‬‬
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Bob jones

Powder rooms not 1/2 baths

s g

2y↑17

@Bob jones 1/2 bath is another way to say it: it is the term I have usually used (don't like the term powder room: the rooms are obviously usually used for other things than powdering noses).

Thienne Flores Pastoriza

1y↑6

My family and I use A LOT of space for all our stuff, and we do feel we need it. But personally, I LOVE this bus! Congrats, it's really AWESOME!

Last

1y↑25

15:58 This part is such a big deal. I'm glad he's not dragging his family along and is conscious of making sure theyre all on board. Good guy.

RANDOMNESS

1y↑1

Great home, great story, and you all sound like a wonderful familiy. :) You are living life to the fullest!!

Bobbie Taylor

I told my husband last week we needed a double decker bus! I’m so excited to see your travels! Thanks for sharing.

D L

1y↑12

😂the one we trust to not sneak out😂 love your bed conversion, that's really unique

Johnny Bravo

1y↑1

If they snuck out, grouded for a week!

HqHoney

2y↑1.1K

It’s the regard for the children that I appreciate. Many of these buses throw the kids in caskets and the parents have this palatial master suite with closed doors. I had to add a thumbs up to this video just because of that part. The convertible master area was the icing on the cake. Great job supporting their developing minds. Kudos.

Charity Denlinger

2y↑69

I agree. I appreciated their tender consideration of their children’s needs. Warmed my heart

Johann H.

2y↑75

Making kids (6 kids) live in this thing year-round is tantamount to child abuse. You people are nuts.

Toca Wren!

2y↑35

@Johann H. It's really not you need to check your facts smh

Amanda F.

2y↑141

@Johann H. Having worked in social service organizations, this is decidedly not child abuse. It might be different from your personal preference, but that does not make it abuse. It's disgusting that you minimize and mock child abuse.

Amy Bagnall

2y↑21

I do have a question about the parents not having enough privacy arrangements for personal time. That seems to be lacking.

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Suzie Rao

1y↑7

Being with the family is the most important thing in life especially when they are young. You have done a wonderful job with the Double Decker, giving your children space. Life experiences are so important. Sitting behind a desk at work….not my cup of tea. What you are doing……BRILLIANT!!! Have fun and enjoy every minute of the journey. God bless you and your family.

O N

1y↑4

This is an incredibly impressive DIY comversion of a double decker.

Tammie Pope

51w↑3

This is amazing!! Wish I did this with my kids were little, blink said they’re grown😢 enjoy it now!!! Can’t wait to see your travels!!

Spleef

1y↑18

This is Amazing, i cant imagine a family of 8 living in a Bus. This is so Cool! hats off to all the dedication and work put into this! 🙌🏼

Rocco4102

1y↑1

A family of 8 living in a bus is a bad idea, even if it's the fanciest bus in the world. The kids have no space. Seems like a nightmare, in my opinion.

Esme 1927

51w

@Rocco4102 maybe you would like to donate to people in other countries who have no option but to live in close quarters? I thought not.

Arman Abelino

1y↑5

I kinda envy people who had the visions of their own future and how to managed their lifestyles according what they’ve had planned I’m sure it’s challenging but it’s also fun and adventurous at the same time. This man a truly legend cause Not everyone could ever drive that kind of enormous vehicle while ensuring safety and comfort his family. ❤

Germaine Ludik

2y↑829

I hope you continue to travel in your mobile home. We did it with our kids when they were little and it was the best experience they could have had. It teaches the entire family to be adaptable and flexible and also prepared for anything. Plus the value you get from spending so much time with each other is irreplaceable.

Julie PRJ

2y↑28

Until what age did you do this? When they hit their teens did you buy a house as teens like their friends and stability?

Lori Rode-off

2y↑8

I wanted to do this with my children. I was homeschooling them and wanted to investigate every state with them.

john wayne

2y↑4

my massive package is too big for this bus

Jeremy Hood

2y↑5

Me and my wife are thinking about doing this with our 3 and 1 year old next year. Any tips??

Life is Awesome Civil Engineering Plans

2y↑1

Yes

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Paul King

1y↑4

When I was a child, I dreamed of living in a bus. You've realized that dream, dude. Kudos!

Stephen Major

1y↑12

I'm impressed with your sense of practicality for something so impractical. It's very interesting to see how you and your wife are willing to reconsider your decisions in a selfless manner with everyone's needs and wants in mind. It's very rare for parents to think of their children's ideas and interests when pursuing their own. God bless you and your family and have safe and happy travels!

John Boylan

1y↑2

What kind of parents have you been around that don't consider their kids when they make decisions?

Stephen Major

1y↑3

Esme 1927

51w

@John Boylan there are many like that, sadly. Usually those chasing financial gain over care for their children.

Ted Tolentino

1y↑1

You have one beautiful RV that compares even better than other luxury RVs on the market. You have really taken a leap of faith and I wish you and your family the best (safest) road trip ever. I'm glad you have made the choice to "Return to base" and re-evaluate your plans every 6 months, a smart move. I'd love the chance to do the same while I am still healthy, but it does seem a stretch for me to imagine myself living full-time on the road for the rest of my years.

Michelle Phillips

1y↑1

What absolutely beautiful home on wheels and a very wonderful family. You are truly blessed. Live the dream with your kids and continue on the journey.

Divinity88

1y↑7

I always thought of this concept and what a amazing idea it is!! Hope it brings your fam joy!

AlexanderSydneyOz

2y↑493

Gosh that is brilliantly executed. My first thought was 'hmm well done but probably not the best way for 6 kids + parents to live' but hearing the incredibly sensible and flexible discussion about the overall plan around the 15:00 mark, I am dead impressed.

largol33t1

2y↑27

He's a bit over his head. There's no way this can be done long-term with SIX kids. He needs to settle down VERY soon and plan to build a house at least twice the size of that bus. Even my mom didn't have that issue and she came from a family of four kids altogether.

J Silva

2y↑10

@hhef83 My best childhood memories are playing sports, lunchtime in the cafeteria, sleepovers, and being with my friends. All of these parents are robbing their children of these wonderful experiences. Kids are adaptable, so of course they make the best of these situations, but it doesn’t mean that they would rather do this then have a normal childhood with FRIENDS. Kids need socialization. Pure selfishness by these parents.

isabelomaski

2y↑21

He mentioned they will be on the road for the next 2 years but reassess every 6 months. They have 6 kids, they won't be lonely and be closer friends than most siblings by travelling this close. If I was a kid/teen this would sound like such a great adventure.

Sirene Kalypso

1y↑3

@isabelomaski lol you must not have siblings.

Millie007

1y↑3

@J Silva that’s what I thought, he sounds like a great dad but the best part of childhood is to be with friends and to feel a little “independent” when riding one’s bike all over the neighborhood and away from the parents. Children need stability, I’ve heard stories of military kids always moving around and never having permanent friends or school and it’s kind of damaging to their psychological development.

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LOKUSFROG

1y↑2

The back of the seats transforming into a table is a cool concept. The solar panels near the hatch seem like they would be a trip/slip hazard. How come they aren't all consolidated in the back? It would allow you to fence off four sides to make it safer for the kids. Also, you won't risk slipping on the panels and falling off the bus.

Lori McFarland

1y↑1

They also make solar panels that you can walk on. I've seen them on van remodels.

K Wil

1y↑2

Wow, what a wonderful tour of your exceptional home on wheels. Thanks for sharing... your kids must be having a blast by now. Safe Travels!

Tammy J

1y↑4

Congratulations on your double decker bus conversion and your video having over 1M views. Well done!!💛💛

AmonyNous

1y↑7

I really appreciate how he explained the moment he realized he had happiness with his family.

SmallTown Girl

Very Awesome that you are including your kids in the decision making. Im sure you and your wife have the final say in what you are going to do and whats best for everyone.

Aimie เอมมี่

2y↑1.8K

I love that you didn’t make your bedroom like a private room and take half of the bus and instead make it convertible for your kid to have more space. Most of the rv family just put their kid in the bunk and that’s it. No extra space to hangout other than the living room.

Aaron Alexander

2y↑22

Who cares what he did. It’s not your bus lol

CDF-500

2y↑200

@Aaron Alexander People care because there human and want to see other humans not suffer

Aimie เอมมี่

2y↑134

@Aaron Alexander clearly you lack of sympathy for any other living being.

Andy Grant

2y↑79

How do you find any alone time with your wife

Sodabowski

2y↑12

Very clever way of having a separate bedroom when it's needed. Really a great idea.

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Catthyme

48w

Wow, duly impressed by your resourcefulness and your ambition. Can't wait to follow your journey!

Steve Fisher

1y↑1

I gotta say this is pretty incredible. That said, seems like very crowded for 8 people (as opposed to say just a family of 4). Were it me I'd want my own main bedroom with small lav, and then two smaller rooms for kids not just berths.

Ryan S.

52w↑3

This family's reasons for for this lifestyle are beyond wholesome. Man... This guy's kids are extraordinarily lucky.

Surtu

50w

This is one of few builds I've seen where the parents compromise/convert their own sleep space for the benefit of the kids. Considering the kids are going to spending most of the travel time studying/playing, while the parents are busy driving, it does make sense for them to have the most space.

Sahdora

2y↑483

I grew up with crappy parents in the ghetto and I'm 43 now wishing I could do this some day still. God bless you for putting your kids first and letting them TRULY LIVE. You are great parents🥰

hak1985org

2y↑42

It can be done without spending this kind of money. Once I put my wife and kids into a VW beetle and we drove 4000 miles. It was one of the best times in our lives and we basically had no money.

Jill Timoney

2y↑28

You will! Dream and plan and pray.

Valarie's RisingSun

2y↑22

You can do anything you set your mind to darling, don't ever give up and you will get there.❤

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Trudy-lee Panton

1y↑1

Oh boy... thank you for this. My family and I can so relate. We too are a family of 8. This is an inspiration.

Matt Bolt

1y↑4

Amazing conversion! Really lovely choices in how you fitted out the rv.

How does education work? I think that would be my only concern. I’m a private tutor and every homeschooled child I have taught was very behind but more importantly, not well socialised and extremely or mildly timid.

I’m convinced home schooling is a net negative for children based on the social aspect alone. But having 6 kids would help I guess hahah!

icequeensamwich

Funny, because as someone who was homeschooled, and took my tests for my high-school degree, the week of my 15th birthday, and passed in the 96th percentile, in my experience, homeschooled youth tend to be much further ahead academically then their public schooled peers. I will say that having regular unscheduled socialization time is very important though, most homeschoolers have their children in a lot of extra-curricular activities, but the way you interact with other children in a structured environment like a dojo, or a dance class, or music classes, is very different than the way you'd interact with other kids on the playground at recess. As someone who now RV's full time though, I think the fact that they're staying in family friendly rv parks solves that problem though. There's plenty of other families that choose this lifestyle, and their children will have lots of peers to regularly interact with.

Matt Bolt

@icequeensamwich probably because the home schooled ones that come to me are in trouble academically. But yeah that's been my experience. The parents have their own full time jobs or part time jobs and actually having the discipling to educate your child in all the subjects can be very taxing. It's muhc harder for a parent to teach maths than a third party like a teacher who the child doesn't know as well. The dynamic is completely different.

Krish thegamingmaniac

1y↑47

The storytime @4:03 hit me hard - Why are we rushing to go back home, when our happiness is here', so True man, it takes a lot of guts to get out of this Corporate prison , Bless you and your family!

Scott D

1y↑2

Good on you and your wife for doing this... The thing is you can always sell the bus and revisit home living if it ever loses its appeal.. In the meantime you are showing your kids that anything can be done and there are no limitations in life other than what is self imposed. As the kids get older what stories they will have and life experiences and that goes for your wife and yourself too. Having the courage to do things like this is rare. I certainly have taken my share of universal adventures also so I can appreciate the feeling of vulnerability that goes with this but honestly I am so impressed.

Sutwara Saha

1y↑2

The love for family is really beautiful! Love the home! Congratulations!❤❤

Cianna Coleman

2y↑112

I love how even though your bed is the convertible one it is still contained, just covered. Many convertible beds you have to make from scratch every evening. Also love each kid having their own space.

P. willi

2y↑10

The hidden parents bed under a kids play area was a work of Genius.
So much of this build was so thought out.
And the ongoing adjustment thought process, wow.
Life is not set in concrete, it's flows and keeps changing direction, like a river.
You, Sir, seem to have understood that more than MOST.
💕

Mint

50w↑6

I’m so happy to finally find one of these families that (while still not giving the kids a proper room) prioritised their privacy and individual space over the parents

SHANI MORGAN

REALLY GREAT LAYOUT AND EVERYTHING YOU NEED..HAVE A GREAT TIME ON THE ROAD!😇

Shauntae Wallace

1y↑1

This is amazing, my girlfriend and I are getting ready to transition into the RV life. We are just gathering as much info as possible.

ckbond41

1y↑3

I think he done a good job with the space allocation on this bus. Good luck on your new journey!

Sky King

1y↑1

Awesome video about an awesome family choice!! Well done!! This is the very epitome of prioritizing life for real happiness.

Angel A

2y↑467

I've never seen a build quite like this one. It's really awesome how much you and your wife thought about the kids, their mental wellbeing, and their safety. No judgement to other people who are living in RV's or self built vehicles, but I do often wonder if the kids are fully able to enjoy living on a bus because there are no places to play, etc. And I know that there's outdoor spaces but there's also inclement weather, days where they are not feeling as well or up to exploring outdoors, etc. But you guys have done a truly amazing job or trying to give them everything. The safety behind the rooftop deck is really genius. I hope you enjoy the bus for years to come.

Spank Buda

2y↑3

Okay, let's be honest here. Most families are averaging 4 people living in a RV with small children. These RV's are big enough for children to play in just as if they were living in a trailer park home. You mentioned the inclement weather. Well, what do children do nowadays if the weather is bad? Either they be in the house watching movies, on their phones, or go somewhere where it's indoor entertainment. This family have 6 kids! So he had to create something like this with space. Or else it wouldn't work.

Angel A

2y↑8

@Spank Buda I've seen many Rv/ tiny home videos where people are living in smaller spaces than this one and I sometimes feel like the families are all on top of each other, have no privacy, etc so no, they don't always have space to play. Some people may not feel like that part matters much but I personally thinks that it does. Just because someone CAN get by a certain way doesn't mean that they SHOULD do it. Kids cramped into smaller spaces can often get stir crazy (so can parents from the noise levels, etc). I think its difficult on family dynamics to be in that close proximity when they aren't getting along, etc. Also, I've seen many videos where it's 6 kids, sometimes with teenagers, living in a single level bus. While the opportunity for the adventure can be amazing, every situation has it's cons and not all parents have mitigated the cons as well as the parents in this family

Spank Buda

2y↑1

@Angel A Okay, you keep bringing up this "privacy" when these people have families. Regardless if they're living in a RV, an apartment, or a SF home your privacy/personal space decreases once you start adding individuals to the equation.
We do not know if these families are still owning a home to return to. We don't know if their children are well behaved and just love being around each other. We don't know if that teen was raised in a RV since a toddler and they're just use to being in that environment because this is all that they know and they're conditioned for it. We don't know any of this and just speculating.
This is why there's a community of them to socialize online and at in person meet ups to inform each other viable information.
I don't think that you're not putting it consideration that this lifestyle is only for a certain group. As long as there's a strong nuclear family presence their insanity would be fine!

Angel A

2y↑10

@Spank Buda I don't "keep" mentioning privacy. I mentioned it once and I know that we don't know all of the factors involved in the family situation. Hence why I said "I wonder if the kids enjoy" it. You seem really committed to giving condescending answers to a literal curiosity that I have. You seem bothered or offended in some way, even though I led with "no offense" because i genuinely meant that. I'm frankly not going to engage with you about it anymore. We are free to disagree with each other but I'm done talking to you about this. I wish you the best

Spank Buda

2y↑2

@Angel A A typical response. Look, normally when an individual says "no offense..." there's always going to be something they say offensive in their comment. And no, I'm not "bothered or offended" because I'm have a conversation with you and that you don't like the words what I typed. This "reverse psychology" tactics that you and others have done for many decades is a tell that you are the one committing these behavioral acts.
The one tell is that if you wasn't bothered or offended you wouldn't need to assume to tell me that I was and just simply ignored my comment. But as a black female you must fire your weak shots off to have the last words with shaming/insults before closing the door behind you.

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Anne K

Best of luck going forward! Way to go for such a wonderful family! Enjoy the experiences. You have a great deal to look forward to along with lots of adventure!

Nick Mcnellis

48w

What an incredible conversion! What is the height of the vehicle and do you often have to detour to avoid low obstacles?

Cody Turbeville

1y↑1

Very cool build, congrats on the success of truly chasing happiness. My family saw you passing through Maryville TN a few weeks ago

A G

1y↑2

Absolutely beautiful! I could live like that 😊

Great Expectations

1y↑1

Great video , wonderful and insightful, uplifting for so many viewers especially about what matters in life but what a fit out too . Congratulations

Kris Johnstone

2y↑247

This is honestly more well-thought out than a lot of professional RVs for various practical reasons. The transforming master bedroom in particular is smart. It really opens that space up for the kids to enjoy so much more. Love how open it is for any activity.
Likewise the roof deck fencing, especially the part that sections off the solar panels. Very simple solution, very effective. I had a similar idea myself if I were to ever do a bus roof conversion, it really is a simple way to protect from very serious accidents if someone slipped or there was a large gust of wind suddenly. That height is... yeah, not so good to fall from lol
Roofs are incredibly valuable spaces on vehicle builds and they are horribly under-utilized in so many builds that I see. Even the argument of "yeah that's where my solar goes" isn't really all that good. You can put those solar panels on a frame that rises up either manually or by motor and BOOM ton of space to chill on. Not even that expensive either, even with the electric motor versions. If anyone reading is ever considering doing a vehicle build, seriously consider doing this, it will make for a very nice change of scenery when you can chill on your roof at dusk with a cup of your favourite beverage. Either that or a side tent that expands your outdoor living space, or even a simple side awning, it really makes a difference when you can shield yourself from light bad weather but still enjoy the outdoors. Downside with side extensions is you can't really do that in a lot of areas you park outside of wilderness or larger parking spaces, roof is viable everywhere.

William Sevier

2y↑11

I agree...a lot of great thought and design went into this build, and it looks great. Inside you don't realize how tall this thing is, but I don't think there would be any other way to somewhat comfortably house 6 kids.

The only thing I saw is the location of those solar panels could be a hazard to anyone going up on the roof, they really should be moved so that you don't have to try and walk between them to get to the roof top deck. Someone at some point is going to slip and its a long ways down.

Kris Johnstone

2y↑5

@William Sevier An easy solution there would be to make them (or just one) capable of unlocking and sliding up to the edges similar to the railings when you need to pass them.
In fact, adding them on to a rotating frame could be quite handy for better sun targeting depending on where you are and time. Too fiddly though lol, especially if it wasn't automated. Sure the panels don't really need an exact angle like a satellite, their efficiency angles are fairly wide.

HighTide • 🌑

Gezzus- You must be rich enough to be spouting all that justifcation b.s.

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Mike Wright

1y↑2

the table that becomes part of the chair on the first floor looks kind of uncomfortable. but besides that, very nice. love how you did the master bedroom. also loved hearing your story. Thank you! :D

Machal

1y↑5

This bus unironically looks like a realy cosy place. I would like to try living in such a thing with my family too!

Liss Graham

51w

I just knew I was going to LOVE this video 😍😍 This bus is a dream!

Janet P

1y↑9

This is beautiful, looks so roomy !

Danny Barnhill

1y↑4

I have to tell you that this is the best RV oversight where are you explained in great detail all the little things that almost everybody else forgets to mention. Like the different sizes of your tires the sizes of your water tanks and black tanks explaining how you come up to the roof and have to go between the solar panels. And I was sitting there wondering how do you keep the kids from going up towards the solar panels and falling off and then you explained how you had those rails that kind of keeps them from going forward or too far backwards. Seriously great job on this. It now makes me want to look for a class a instead of a class a fifth wheel that we have. I’m gonna tell him my wife the whole time we could’ve bought a clase and really enjoyed being with each other the whole time. Instead of sitting in a truck pulling the camper. And a fifth wheel it’s much harder to set up and a clase thank you. Thank you

Hanky

2y↑241

love how fast things changed for you guys, the fact you were on a road trip and decided before making it home shows how much you value you're time with family. wish you the best for you're future travels.

K Salter

2y↑1

I love that little switch he was talking about. It's flipped on me a couple times, and I never regretted it.

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Jeffrey Bentz

1y↑1

Excellent project that you have taken on !!! Everything looks GREAT !!!

Armand sutherland

AMAZING what you've done for you and yours is just jaw dropping and I so admire your life what grace in parenting such an amazing way to raise your family CHEERS....

Anita Sharlene Wilson-Whitley

1y↑1

Hello my fellow Texan! This is a beautiful design you have here and inspiring motivational story that you have. I thank you for the ideas and as Elvis says "If I can dream!" As well as "Walk a mile in my shoes" and "TCB 4 TLC!"
Roll on!

Beverly Crosby

1y↑2

You and your family seem headed for having a very good life and creating great memories for your children to pass on to their own children! The best of luck to you and yours! Enjoy your beautiful mobile home!

Our Plant-Based Kitchen

1y↑1

Very nice home! Just be careful to watch for low clearances while on the road.

Josue Aranguez

1y↑2

THIS IS SO AMAZING AND EXCITING HAPPY FOR THAT FAMILY ❤

Jay Black

I've learned from watching all of these "tiny homes" videos that a deep sink is the single common denominator.
Great video!

army95cspec

1y↑4

For helping with the heat. I don't know if you looked into it, but I am thinking about doing it on my 5er (17 windows lets a lot of heat in). When I lived in AZ I put a higher end ceramic tint on my truck windows. It blocked I believe 97% of the UV and even the clear film blocks something like 90 percent of the UV without darkening. Just an idea for ya

Michael Fedorsha

That's really cool and all, but I realize how important it is to have slide outs after seeing how narrow the living quarters are on these bus remodels

trevjhowell

51w

such a cool setup. your kids are ganna have so many good stories of growing up there.

Candid

2y↑279

I can listen to Big Papa all day; he speaks so eloquently and seems very tech savvy. Safe travels to you and your family.

Double Decker Family

2y↑28

That’s reassuring! As most people do, I always feel strange when I hear myself speak.

Brenda

2y↑14

@Double Decker Family You & Your wife did an amazing job mixing design, functionality, and tech. Do you prefer to stay at campground type locations or boon docking? Congrats on your amazing double deckers! Hope you have years of memories in the making. As your kids get older, theses moments will hold more value than anything else.

Danielle Abdullah

2y↑10

Sooo easy on the ears. Thank you big Papa . Enjoyed hearing your family’s style of living. Safe travels !

Double Decker Family

2y↑3

@Brenda we prefer boondocking, but end up hooking up because we can’t run the AC long if we aren’t hooked up.

GOD'S SON

2y↑2

YES THEY PUT THEIR SOUL AND HEART INTO THIS ONE💯💯💯💯

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AutoBile

52w↑2

I was really excited to see this luxury home, it must be so neat to live in it

Andy K.

That was fascinating. It’s 100% not for me but I’m glad it works for you. I’d love to see a video with 8 people in the bus.

marjorie menzies

1y↑2

I love this idea of a house... and travel around in it too❤

Maureen Stevens

1y↑2

Much respect. You are an inspiration, you guys.

EnjoyTheJourney.Life

1y↑120

Great job on this video! The bus is awesome! We are actually editing an update video and tour on the Eyerly's after a few months of full time on the road. Hope to release it soon!

Rosemary Monty

2y↑107

Terrific home. Love the table and how that works. Really effective design of the kitchen and downstairs area - basically the whole bus! Really impressive, very well thought out. Probably the best I’ve ever seen. Well done.

Tyyne Viljakainen

He doesn't Bild it himself. It was made by professional.

kirks386 Stivers

So happy for you and your family!

IliesaJiko Toroca

1y↑1

Bro. Love your spirit and the work you sacrifice for your family…. this is LIFE…
❤❤

Tobias

47w

With what do you cover or replace the windows so noone can see through? Love it btw❤

Peter Nilsson

1y↑6

God Bless you and your wife🙏
Imagine if all parents thought like you, then all the children in the world would have a much better childhood!
🇸🇪Greetings from Sweden🇸🇪

TheBwnhed

The build scope and idea of the bus is awesome. There’s always a but though. I looked at it and thought…I kinda feel like this should’ve been a holiday home rather than a permanent home.

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