Former model finds new life in converted school bus with daughter in California

Former model Laura La Rue, 32, left her life in Los Angeles to live in a school bus with her 16-month-old daughter, Lasca, in Ojai, California. After experiencing a toxic relationship and health issues, she sought a simpler, off-grid lifestyle. La Rue initially lived in a cabin but lost it to a wildfire in 2017. She later moved into a trailer and started a tie-dye business. When her relationship deteriorated, she rented land in Ojai and purchased a school bus equipped with essential amenities for her family. Now, La Rue grows her own produce and conducts workshops on natural dyeing. She aims to raise her daughter in a supportive community, emphasizing simplicity and sustainability. Despite challenges, she feels positive about her choices and lifestyle.