On June 24th, just a week after graduating from college and turning 23 years old, I got a van with the goal of converting it into a tiny home on wheels by the end of August and taking it cross country… meet Ody. I named the van “Ody” after Homer’s great adventurer, Odysseus, “the man of twists and turns”, as the van marks the beginning of my own odyssey.
I’ve always dreamed of moving out West and living somewhere in Colorado or California. During quarantine, as my graduation (albeit remote) slowly approached, I became fixated on the idea of hashtag Van Life. Stuck at home, these tiny homes on wheels had an obvious attraction… mobility. Being able to travel and explore, while also scouting out different cities I’m considering moving to, all from the comfort of my own home sounded like an ideal plan. I pitched the idea to my family and some friends and was surprised by the overwhelmingly positive and supportive responses. Everyone said to go for it. And so, I am. All gas, no breaks, baby!!!
Sitting in my driveway right now is an empty cargo van, my blank canvas, waiting for me to begin building. With zero electrical knowledge and limited building experience, I may have underestimated how much work this will be. But, fueled by excitement for my upcoming adventure, no challenge seems too great.
ABLAZ 