This is super helpful! I’ve been a para for 11 years now so I’m no stranger to regular bladder/bowel care but I’m in the process of building my van and figuring stuff like this out. Thank you so much! So nice to learn from someone who’s figured this stuff out! These videos are always so helpful

Your honest approach to this issue will surely be beneficial to the para community, who like you, won't let a little setback stop your forward movement and active lifestyle. I truly love the way you roll and thanks for keeping it real. "If you don't take the first step forward, you'll always be in the same place." 🤙🏼

As a retired critical care nurse your educational teaching was spot on. You truly are going to be a help and inspiration for so many. I’m over here thinking well damn I didn’t want to takeoff in a van because I have seven dogs. How am I gonna manage that 🤔 I gotta try to figure that out. And I’m watching you and I’m like hell. OK I can seriously do this. Where there’s a will, there’s a way When we think that we have issues and somebody else shares theirs and have conquered their situation, it is such an inspiration. Thank you and have an amazing day.👊💖

Hi again, I'm a caregiver and I was wondering how you managed your daily care...you are amazingly brave! You are a inspiration,how strong a human can be! Thank-you for sharing. ❤

You are incredibly brave and a true inspiration for EVERYONE!

You’re an absolute B-12 shot in the arm of motivation for me. Thank you!

I think you told your story of your bathroom needs extremely well and it certainly makes a person realise what you have to go through .thankyou

As a retired Occupational Therapist I of course am interested in all things re: accessibility. I am glad to have the information to share with folks whom I encounter. But it also gives me ideas for dealing with my own mobility limitations 2° to arthritis. Thanks so much.

YOUR AN ANGEL! THANKS FOR THE INFO. GREAT FOR ALL OF US

Thank you for sharing this information in detail. I learned so much! I've been an occupational therapist for 35 years, but have minimal experience working with people with spinal cord injuries. I found this video very interesting and informative. I appreciate the education! Safe travels. Keep keepin' it wheel!

That, young lady, was amazing. 😀

Hell Yeah Go Girl!!!!!

Thank you for sharing this piece of science and ingenuity! It takes a strong person to tackle this topic! I appreciate the amount of details you provided as well! I learned quiet a few things about spinal injuries and how to independently take care of yourself.

Great video! I am sure most people have no idea what organ systems are all influenced by a spinal cord injury. You also can't walk up to someone and adk these very personal questions. I didn't even learn that all in medical school.

Wow you are amazing! You don’t let anything stop you from enjoying the great outdoors. Thank you for sharing!

I'm getting ready to start van life myself and just thinking about it I'm finding it challenging. Thank you for sharing your experiences. You have help make me feel a little better about it. Look forward to seeing more of you and your adventures.

You're amazing.I told you how envious I am.I wish to do your wife's style.I too, and we'll turn around as I told you the things that you're able to share.You should be so proud of yourself.And your inspiration to me and lots of other people.Thank you so much

I am amazed at how innovative and courageous people who have spinal cord injuries manage life. Thank you for sharing this video. I hope that the time will come when you are able to have an in van bathroom. Lots of good wishes coming your way.

Love this! Thank you for sharing. I love how wheel it was! I love honest content over fake or scripted. I am not disabled but I think you got urine handled, and I could definitely do that system. Also, (can't remember term) I am super glad to even hear that there is such a thing as "relocating" the catheter option. I honestly had no idea that was a thing but I am definitely empathic with relief for you and for anyone it benefits. I think it's really cool. Anyway, for the #2, I think your updated system seems pretty legit. The gel cushion make it look super fancy! I would like to say I could handle that. But I also have weird guts that are weirdly sensitive to weird things and I generally know my proximity to the nearest bathroom at all time anyway. So I probably would have to be colostomy or diapers. Not trying to poke fun. I say this because if I lost the use of my sphincter muscle, I wouldn't even make it to a receptacle. It would be my pants or a bypass. Which made me curious about your diet and how many calories you have to take in in a day. Could be a good video. 🤔 Thanks again for sharing. 👍👍🫂🤟

what an inspiring video - thank you for sharing.

Thank you for being so transparent. I learned a lot! Love how adventurous you are!

Thats a great idea for the toilet and has the stability that you need. Thinking outside the box, pardon the pun 😄. Good luck on your travels. I think your very brave and i admire you for getting out there and living your life your way, probably a little bit crazy as well, in the nicest possible way. Wishing you safe and happy adventures. I hope you achieve everything you set out to do 👍. Xx

Paras are so intriguing.

What an Amazing person

i love your approach to solving problems!

true beauty is in the heart, and you are a beautiful person inside and out girl you go and show them you are not handicap, obstacles in your way, but you hurdle them with nicely God bless you.

This is the first time I have run across your videos. I just subscribed and you will now be a regular. You are ingenious and are motivating me push past my stiff joints and get moving.

Hi, Lisa. Hope all is well. That was a great video. It was very informative and in a very chill way. You are a great storyteller and presenter. I almost bought a small class B RV to use as my everyday transportation and mostly because of the bathroom. However, I can turn anything, anywhere, at any time into a bathroom.😂 A drastic necessity warrants a drastic solution. Stay safe, stay healthy, and stay happy! Everything else is manageable! Pops

I had polio and wear a leg brace, used to wear 2. I I can walk. It’s just harder now, but just bought an 89 Toyota dolphin RV. I’m trying to work a better way to get into it, but I think I got that figured out. It won’t cost me more money. I don’t wanna live it because I have a home. I’m a widow, but I was and am a little scared to travel like I used to. If you can do it, I can do it. I am older of course. You are amazing. Send some of your courage my way. 🙏

Great video! Very helpful, very informative! I appreciate all the tips, ideas, and your ingenuity!!! Thank you so much!

I think generally we probably take our bladder and bowel function for granted until something happens to place it in the forefront of our thinking. I take medication to regulate my bladder function, have done for 8 years now and I’m thankful for it everyday. I found your video very informative. I look forward to following you on your adventures.

Thanks so much for sharing!!! Continue to enjoy your amazing journey. 🙏🏾😊🌞

I don’t know if I said this before but I love your name. It reminds me of Lisa Frank School Supplies 🦄

Hi from New Zealand! You INSPIRE me! Thank you my fiend and bless you xx

Very interesting. You are awesome

You are amazing and I enjoy all your adventures

I like how you use your space. The toilet idea is great!

Youre so amazing and handy! Is there anything you cant do! Haha. Such a sweet setup you got. Good video, thanks for being so open. You're one neat and interesting woman! Cheers

Thanks for sharing. Very interesting to hear how you make it work.

Thanks for sharing. I’m trying to decide between getting something like a Winnebago Roam or building something myself.

How are your UTI's on the road? I've had issues and some public bathrooms have most likely given me one. Do you keep Cipro or other antibiotics with you on the road? I love the setup of one your Canadian friends where she had the full bench for shower that also doubled as the toilet by lifting off the cushioned seat. Thanks for sharing. Appreciate your openness!

Badass! I was an RN at female prison. I got pulled to step down unit and one of the inmates was paralyzed from neck down. Her attendants told me she needed digital stim to poop so i went through records to verify. It seemed legit so i did it and at change of shift the oncoming nurse said “she doesnt need digital stim , you got tricked lol” oh man. I felt creeped out lol Also, i use home depot bucket for poop and detergent bottle for most urine. I live in converted cargo trailer camper as nomad. I have rbka so i use prosthetic so can ambulate pretty good.

Thanks for doing this video, very helpful information! I’m not familiar with that gel, can you share a name or source?

I am just curious, since you need to use digital stimulation, would it be easier to reach back there while sitting down if you make the toilet seat hole longer in the front?

First time hearing about Mitrofanoff. Can a male para have that surgery? I think i want one!

How do you know when you have to pee?

Also, about the catheter, are there times that you’re not able to empty the urine bag after you cath? A lot of times i cath in the car, and leave the urine bag inside until i find a trash bin in wherever i’m going, if i can’t find one, i wait till i get home and toss it in the trash. My question is, does the speedicath bag keep the urine inside and not leak? Mine does and i have to tie it stop it from leaking out. I’m looking for a cath system that’ll solve this problem. Thanks!

Been roughing in a house going on 8 years, so, yeah I’m doing it, but my view has gotten crappy, so I’m about ready to hit the road. Have to finish my taxes first.

Uh..dang woman! You just incinerated all of my excuses

I made a dream ! Life in Vanlife.. BUT i leave in France. The facilities are two world between US and France. Second things, how do u manage love and boyfriend ? Did you pack it on the fridge ? (Joke).

Anyone in van or rv life has piss container of some sort.

why would you want to tell how you go to the bathroom?