I’m an IMMIGRANT from Spain 🇪🇸 living in a van in the USA 🇺🇸

I am an IMMIGRANT living in the USA 🇺🇸 The Story of a Female Van Life Traveler (The Good & the Bad)
I am an immigrant since I was 22 years old. Becoming a resident in another country that is not your birth country is actually very complicated and on this video I wanted to share my experience as an immigrant in the USA. I am from Spain, I certainly miss the food from my country, my family and some of my friends. There are a lot of things that you need to adapt when you become an immigrant. Being strong and having an open mind are keys to success. Do not give up, do your research and live your life. It's intimidating at first but this decision could change your life forever.

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[LidiaRico]

I am an immigrant, was never easy but here I am sharing my story. Have you ever considered to move to another country? What’s your take on immigration? Before I emigrated my country I had the wrong opinion about immigration. I was naive, I thought it was a simple thing and that anyone could do it… but oh boy I was so wrong. There is so much paperwork involved and a lot of bureaucracy. You must be a very strong minded person to survive this process but I will never regret of this life changing decision.

[vancomposer]

I am originally from Germany. I attended music college in Boston, MA, from 2000 to 2003. After graduation, I returned to Germany because I didn't feel ready to live in the U.S. yet. I was able to get a merit-based green card and immigrated in November 2016. I became a U.S. citizen in 2023. I absolutely LOVE this country now, and vanlife has enabled me to see so much of it already. It still blows my mind that various states are bigger than Germany. I also still feel strongly connected to Germany and might move back one day to spend more time with my family. For the most part, I have only met good people here, but I share some of the cons with you, like the quality of food. Also my mom is from Venezuela, immigrated to Germany in the 80s, moved to Southern Spain when she retired. So I grew up with the life of an immigrant. Safe travels! 😎🇺🇲

[anthonycrompton]

I was born in New Zealand both my parents immigrated here from England in the 70, s, I feel pretty lucky to be here in such a beautiful place

[mikemazza]

As a born and raised American Citizen, I welcome all immigrants like you who took the effort to follow the legal process, learn our native language and love our country for all the good and bad it has. God bless you in your journey.

[rayraya]

This woman is a survivor and I appreciate her story 🙌🏽and she’s adorable god bless her

[jclements]

Lydia you are a national treasure, you will do great in anything you do. Safe travels,

[crxess]

Thank you for being a Ray of Sunshine in America. Wish you all the Best on your continuing adventure through life.

[calypsoflowers]

Welcome to the USA! 😊 (11 years later) I was an immigrant to Europe for 7 years. It was lonely and not easy but also expansive and educational and shifted my perspective. So again, welcome. It’s nice ti have you here. 🌷

[LiveOutsideNow]

I know from personal experience that the pain from trauma will get easier to accept day by day.
Trying to have a positive effect on other people’s lives helps with the healing ❤

[dcw]

Thank you for telling us more about you. We care about you so it is natural to want to know more about you. Great video. Have a happy week!😀

[JeffR-huzj]

A day without you is like a day without sunshine that keeps me warm and fuzzy inside love you girl ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[emmabasile]

A+++ Great choice of topic for your video. It was super interesting to watch. I especially liked when you called to attention some of the differences between life in Spain vs the US. Love you and love your vilnerability and openness to share your life with us. My husband and I travel in our van. We're currently in Santa Cruz. Last January webwere in San Diego parked by you on a rainy day. I left a handwritten note on your old van. Always wishing you the best! ❤️🤗

[scottthejeepguy]

Thanks for sharing your immigration experiences, and welcome to the USA. With open arms, enjoy life girl.

[LiveOutsideNow]

Thanks for sharing your story. I really appreciate your very positive attitude!!

[gbreegi]

LIDIA, SO GLAD THAT YOU CAME HERE! YOU ARE NOT ONLY EYE CANDY, BUT A VERY COOL, INTELLIGENT AND OBVIOUSLY BRAVE WOMAN. STAY SAFE, LOVE YOUR VIDEOS SO KEEP THEM COMING, SWEET LIDIA!!!

[dalearnold]

A wonderful story, you truly are a very unique person. Keep your head up and keep reaching for the stars.

[davidklein]

So I'm in the process of buying an f550 and converting into a super single, flatbed and a Lance 1172 camper.. I can't wait to hit the road.. It's been 3 years of planning.. I'm so ready to explore..

[panheadcraig]

Peace and Love to you Lidia ! Enjoy life here in the USA !

[christopherharris]

Awesome video as always Lidia Rico. Thank you for sharing all you do about yourself in your day to day life about your happy times and your not so happy time.

[mats]

Swedish in Texas here! I hear what you're saying.. It was an adjustment alright!:) keep on doing your thang girl!