Painting Progress & Pivoting Plans: Our Van Build Takes an Unexpected Turn!
In our latest YouTube video, we dove into one of the most exciting parts of our van build journey—painting! We started by carefully outlining the van with shades of sleek gray and bold black, aiming to give our beloved travel companion a fresh, modern aesthetic. The process of laying down the lines was meticulous but incredibly satisfying. With each stroke of paint, the van began to transform, steadily taking on the character and style we've envisioned for our upcoming adventures.
As we continued with the project, we couldn't help but feel the excitement build. Each splash of color brought new life to the van, hinting at the countless miles it would soon travel. This isn't just a cosmetic upgrade; it's a promise of many adventures to come, particularly the much-anticipated journey to California we've been dreaming of for our 7-year anniversary.
However, the realities of life and scheduling soon hit us head-on. As we progressed further into the build, it became increasingly clear that our timeline wasn't aligning as smoothly as we had hoped. Deadlines began to loom, and despite our best efforts, it was becoming apparent that our California adventure would have to be put on hold for at least another month or so. This unexpected delay was definitely a tough pill to swallow, especially given how much we've been looking forward to celebrating this milestone in sunny California.
But all is not lost! We've decided to pivot and turn this setback into an opportunity. Instead of sitting idle, we're planning a smaller, yet crucial, test-run trip closer to home for work. This will be the perfect chance to put our freshly painted van through its paces and iron out any last-minute kinks before the big westward journey. It's a practical approach, ensuring that when we finally do set off for California, everything will be running perfectly.
Stay tuned and follow along as we continue to prep, test, and perfect our van build. Every twist and turn is just another part of the journey, and we can't wait to see where the road leads us next!
