Cruz and Mariah first went tiny back when Cruz was commuting long distances for his construction work. Living in an RV allowed him to have more time at “home” with Mariah since he could park close to the construction sites. But it still didn’t allow them to travel much.
That’s when they decided to sell the RV, buy a bus, and convert it into an awesome tiny home. Mariah figured out how to take her side hustle of painting portraits and make it into her full-time job! Now that they have remote work, the couple can go anywhere and see everything.
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From RV Living to Bus Traveling!

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Mariah takes orders at art shows and then fulfills them!

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She has a micro art studio onboard, so she can work.

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That’s so cool! Wonderful story. The bus is lovely and inviting. Great job!