I love this. Please tell Christoffer how much we love him in the videos and seeing his joy and take on things. He has become a necessary part of your videos, and we truly love and appreciate him! I guarantee he has a fan club! 😂
I appreciate having a childfree woman publicly unapologetically just having a good time living life. If the time comes where it feels right for y'all, then that's that. Until then, I'm loving the Svalbard DINKS and their cabin projects
As this was being filmed, my husband and I were flying in to Svalbard to experience Polar night for ourselves. What a fun adventure! Then, to top it off, we met Christopher and Cecilia at baggage claim in Oslo yesterday. I'm sure we were complete dorks, but you both were so kind. We will keep watching from Chicago and remembering how special Svalbard is (and by the way, our names are Jim and Jill; we forgot that part).
As a mom of 3 i totally agree. Having kids is undeniably a wonderful experience. Also a HUUUGE commitment. Probably the biggest there is. So if you are not sure if its for you, dont do it. If more people would think like that, we had way less children out there suffering thanks for being open and honest about it.
Spot on. I've worked with families/children for many years & a lot of my clients shouldn't have had kids or only stuck to 1 or 2. Kids aren't for everyone.
Many times I would say the opposite is true. I did not want kids but my GF wanted it. I knew it was very important for her so I had to make a choice. One thing I did not want, is make her regret staying with me and getting depressed. In the end I knew my decision was based more on not knowing if I could be a good parent and I was not that into kids. So I decided that I wanted to stay with my GF and generally it is better trying something than not doing so. And I truly think it is the best thing ever. Generall if you are in doubt at least I think you should go for it. It is just the biggest experience in life. I am so happy my GF made me see that I wanted something I did not think I wanted.
Yes, but the ironic part is the ones who should actually question themselves on this topic often don’t and just end up with kids. The ones who actually take time to think it through are the ones who would probably be good parents.
I liked Christoffer talking so enthusiastically about his appliance since he doesn't get a chance to talk that much it's nice to get to know him better and what he likes! 🙂
He gets a good chance to talk, he said sometimes he doesn't know what to say to the camera so he leaves it all up to Cecilia, and then she gives him ideas of what to say to him. The thermomix conversation has no off button or the cabin lol.
He doesnt lack any "chance to talk", hes a grown man, he speaks when he feels like it. Hes just a normal scandinavian man; doesnt jabber on about random stuff.
My mom cried a little when she opened your book on Christmas-she loves the peace and learning of your videos and likes that she can “visit” through the book now, too. ❤
I bought Cecilia’s book for a friend as a Christmas gift, and to help her pass the time as she recovered from knee replacement. She loves it! She loves Grim too…he reminds her of her dog Jack. He is a pit bull, but very sweet. He was actually attacked once by a labradoodle. He was traumatized.
I love to hear Christopher speak on things he's passionate about and that you respect him by letting him speak his peace. You are quite the force of nature and that you have the sensitivity to know you need to back down a bit to let him take the time to express himself shows the respect you have for your man.
I’m 70 and never had a desire to have kids, for a handful of reasons. That decision was best for me but I love the times I’ve spent with my nieces and nephews, but that was all I desired. The one and only time I regretted not having children was a few months after I retired, the world was in covid quarantine and I was having computer/IT problems and no longer had access to my former employer’s great IT department! That’s when I wished I had a 4 yr old grandchild to fix my computer. My nieces and nephews were hours away. Kids these days are born knowing technology. But I got over that and figured out how to fix it, thanks to RUclips! Where there’s a woman with a will, there’s a way.
😂😂😂😂😂😂. They would be the best parents to have though. Cecelia with her happiness and energy and Christofer with his vast skills and knowledge and he would be a very good teacher. If they had kids, those kids would have a great life, that’s for sure!
My husband and I love not having kids! We are both 42 now (and side note: I'm so glad I'm at an age where if I'm not drinking alcohol, people don't automatically assume I'm pregnant - like, can we please stop that) and thought we might one day regret it, but as each year goes on, we are so glad we didn't do it. We use that energy to be the best aunt and uncle!
Hello Cecilia 👋, I am 9 years old and I think I am your youngest fan 🎉😂 and If I am pls let me know 😂, I will be soooo happy, thank you 😊 How is Grim? He is the cutest dog I have ever seen 😍, love Giordano
Hi kiddo! Please stay safe on the web keep your boundaries up and skip the stuff that you know is bad... Be smart with what you're watching and protect your beautiful mind! Never talk to strangers in private chat! Cecilia & Christopher are a great choice well done!👍
Two things: Hi from Texas! Can we get more cabin reset days?? Those motivate me to make my own space cozy and clean. Also, I cannot with Christoffer's laugh and giggle at the end. what a great little example of you guy's relationship 🥺
Enjoy your life guys. Having kids isn't a must. It isn't the rose scent and moonshine what people wants you to believe. It is a huge responsibility and what Christoffer said: it ask a lot of thinking and planning about everything. There is more in life than having kids. When you don't feel it and want it for the full 100% it is better not to do it. 😊 Irma from the Netherlands
Irma, kindly sod off. People have raised children in cold, wet holes in the ground for centuries without planning and thinking. She's 35. Has maybe 7 years left to get pregnant and then she can't ever change her mind. That flaccid piece of meat she lives with is a manchild incapable of commitment who could father a child 20 years from now. He never proposed, he's comfortable not having a job, and keeps her from having children. It's the worst a man can be.
I wish more people would consider putting in so much planning on children there are so many kids out there longing and looking for love and the parents probably shouldn’t of had them 😢
I appreciate comments like this. I desperately wanted kids but unfortunately it wasn’t in the cards for us (after many years of treatments and grief). And now we’re exploring our childfree-not-by-choice life and it’s helpful to see others living an incredible alternate experience. ❤
I love how you two are your own people, living very intimate solitary lives, but sharing it with the world. I've found myself that I don't need a lot of people around me to be truly happy and relaxed! We're always led to believe that "more is better" when in fact, for many of us, the opposite is true! 💖
She has made me appreciate the winter season rather than dreading it. True, driving in wintry conditions isn’t always fun and can be downright scary. But at the same time, watching the snow fall and playing in it with my daughter can be so much fun! We went to Niagara Falls, Canada, a couple of weeks ago, and it was snowing a lot and pretty cold. It didn’t bother me! They have a beautiful winter Festival of Lights there, and it was so nice walking around seeing all of the lights there! The snow added to the beauty of the lights! Anyway, the point is it didn’t bother me this time whereas I used to dread snow!
I never saw Christopher look so seriously happy as in the snippet where he was lugging the "100 kilos"of food" and preparing to walk to the off-grid cabin in the middle of nowhere. It takes a lot to get a Norwegian to effuse like that, at least from my experience. The hytte certainly holds a very special place in his heart.
I am on the same wavelength re: kids! I don't think a lot of people take it as seriously as they should AND I still think you can be maternal/paternal without giving birth. HAPPY NEW YEAR!
It’s a joy when Christoper lights up and goes off on a tangent talking about his Thermommixer. His enthusiasm in sharing his own recipes and ideas for using it and what he likes about it are contagious. Don’t hit his “OFF”switch too quick.
You guys make my day. In 2016 I lost the love of my life. We had been together 15 years. Then in 2023 my sweet dog Brody passed. I feel like I lost my complete life at times but your videos have helped me endure so much pain. You and Christopher and Grim have such great love you project out. Tour videos are healing and soothing to my soul. Thank you so much. Much love, and Happy New Year. ♥️
I am 36 years old and am on the same page with you about children. I get the question very often and am at a point where I don't want to explain to them why we don't have children yet. We are living a great life together and can do everything we want. Not every woman is made for children I guess.❤
Hello ☺ I lost my beloved husband Terry back in December 2024 so it was a very hard year for me. Thankfully I have my two fur babies that have given me a reason to get up each morning. My Kits are Tally & Luna 🐱🐈. So I just want to say thank you for your joyful vlogs. You are a beautiful couple and Grimm is just lovely 🐶. I loved the Christopher sat with his hands in the meditation pose all through the Q&A. Terry used to sit like that all the time. He was also a creative practical man who woud not have liked been too much in front of the camera. We were together for 54 years and I wish the the same happiness for you both. Take care of each other and always keep that that child within that enjoys happy times, adventures and fun 💜 Sending love, light and beautiful polar nights to you both and Grimm. Stay cosy and warm xx
13:10 I heard one theory, that we delay our work till deadline, because then we don't judge it so strict (cause for a short period of time the work we've done is pretty good)
You said you want your channel to be peaceful. You have succeeded 10000% I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. Your channel is my happy place. Not one single day goes by that I don’t watch at least 1 video. When I run through them all I just start over. Sunday in this house has become coffee and Cecilia day and I am so very grateful for that. So thank you. Again 🥰
I love seeing how Christopher, who is super introverted, is so supportive with his extrovert partner. I’m also very introverted while my husband and my son are the complete opposite!
How do you know he's an introvert? It has nothing to do with how much you talk or how outgoing you are. I get the feeling that he is more chatty when he speaks Swedish🙂
@@malinjohansson1986 introverted doesn't mean quiet. it means that you get your energy charged when being alone/in the quiet. whilst extrovert people get their energy from being around other people. Christoffer is absolutely an introvert. He thrives when being in a cabin alone or with just a few people, and it's obvious that Cecilia is an extrovert. Outgoing, gets energy when there's lots of things happening and around other people.
My adult daughter gifted me your beautiful book for Christmas. I was so delighted that I sat down on the couch in the Australian heat and binged every page - and I seldom read. Thank you for collating such a stunning publication.
I totally understand that at this moment you aren’t sure if you want children. I don't have children myself. If I had been in the right place with a partner maybe I would have, but I have no regrets. I know you two will make the right decision for yourselves. Children should only come for the right reasons. If they don't its because its the correct decision. ❤❤❤ 🇳🇴
I live in the US and I can't go into a Tractor Supply store without thinking of the two of you! Wishing you both...and Beautiful Grim... A Blessed New Year! 🥰❤️🤗
You both are so generous to include all of us! Thank you for giving of yourselves! I’ve been a Widow 4 years now. Your videos give me such a nice break from life.❤
TOTALLY agree w/Christopher regarding drafting recipes!!! People ask me for recipes all the time, but I hesitate because I see recipes as merely a template of a culinary creation...I encourage folks to put their own spin on the recipe.
@@Worldofmonica-jk least argumentative or just emotionally shut down?! It can be hard living with someone who doesn't share their thoughts or feelings with you. I hope for Cecilia's sake that in private he is more affirming of her - I couldn't help but notice the zero praise he had for her in the beautiful book she has written.
My sister got me Life on Svalbard for Christmas after I (not so) subtly suggested it as a Christmas present for me. Even though I knew it was coming, I still cried when I unwrapped it on Christmas morning. As a reader of fiction, I’ve never had a book like it before or since, I love it! 🥰
If it’s not an immediate yes, then it will always be a no. Good for you for being so wise (and honest). You both know the best way for you. Being at ease in your lives and with each other is the most important thing😊.
I believe she should think again about that matter soon. Nobody ever regretted having kids when they die but many people regret not having them (People only regret the lives they haven't lived, but that is always in your own hands). I am sure, in the end, she wont have to change her live that much. Kids are full of freedom anyway until they are like 6 ... which would give you maybe 10 years of your normal life right now. When I became a mom, I was extremely afraid to lose myself, but guess what, I do everything I did before. I always had plenty of animals and it is basically the same with a child lmao. If you got no real animals etc. then kids might be a major change. But for me, it was just more love and a fuller house. Nonetheless, I understand where she comes from. It is always a complex matter, but almost nooone I know was 100% sure about it. It is scary. It is a change. So I thought the same, about me, my future, my freedom, my health - but I only thought so until I spoke with some older people about it. That changed my perspective.
@@bta8355 That's not true at all, heaps of people regret having kids. Better to regret not having them than regret having them, which is a nightmare. Having pets is nothing like having kids and they completely change your life! You can't be selfish anymore and do whatever you want.
This thing with kids is so validating for me. I'm also 35, I'm leaning toward a no, but I keep being pressured to decide asap and I don't want to make the wrong decision just so I don't break some imaginary deadline or something.
My husband gave me your book for Christmas! I've already flipped through all your beautiful photography and can't wait to read it! Thank you for sharing Svalbard with us all, it's a delight to watch and listen to you both ❤
I love that your channel is “just” life on Svalbard. I’m always fascinated by life in other places, and your life there is so peaceful. I enjoy the grocery shopping trips & cabin resets as much as the adventures! It’s the perfect antidote to the chaos of the rest of the world. It soothes my battered soul.
Love you guys how natural you are. You’re a lovely couple and really enjoy watching your content. It’s nice to slow down and embrace the winter season with you three!
It’s refreshing to see the calmness of your environment especially in this chaotic wild. I understand why you love living where you are in harmony with nature. You 2 also complement each other.
Thank you for speaking openly about whether to have kids or not. I’m in the same boat, but a couple of years older. I feel the same way and so does my husband.
I just want to say, I love your relationship. It’s refreshing to see a couple so supportive and kind to each other. Blessings to you both in this new year! I can’t believe this is at least my 3rd (maybe 4th?!) polar night with y’all. Your optimism and finding joy in the smallest things is what keeps me coming back. The change in Kristofer has been amazing to watch as he’s become more comfortable in front of the camera. ❤ I absolutely love seeing his moments in the vlogs. I can’t wait to see what 2025 has in store for yall. With love from South Carolina!
You and Christoffer enjoy your passions and peace, I respect that. With kids, you can no longer spend time doing things for just you, for the reasons of there’s a whole other human being with needs and necessities and those things must come first. I respect that you two know that and have the emotional intelligence to say, essentially, ya know what… I enjoy my hobbies (reading, cabin life, boat trips, quiet and peace and nature, etc.) and those things can’t be the forefront anymore with a baby; those things could no longer be primary. And tbh I don’t blame you guys for those thoughts. I too enjoy my passions above and beyond the thoughts of having kids.
OMG MENTIONED BY NAME ON ONE OF YOUR VIDEOS!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm literally in tears!! I was sitting here thinking about the fact that you know little me, out of all these people (almost a million here, over a million on IG, and however many on TikTok), and it warms that you know ME! I adore you, dear~ thank you for always interacting & being such a great person to know! And, more importantly, getting to learn about a part of the world that I had no idea about until I saw your videos on TT all those years ago. 💜💜 Marianna
I always enjoy when Christoffer joins in on the videos. Especially when it involves something he enjoys, like the cabin or cooking. Thank you, Christoffer. I really look forward to future cabin videos and see how everything comes together. I always enjoy your videos and seeing the three of you on Sunday. :)
I always wanted kids but I never had any. I raised a nephew (now 33) and it was a joy. Now at age 80 and having lost all my sisters and best friends, I have many beautiful young kids in my life . I help the young families with babysitting, financial aid and whatever they need so I’m still useful. Love you both and Grim, Mary Theresa
Thank you for having this Q/A episode. When you share your views and opinions, I feel like I know you better. I am so obsessed with Salvbard and the three of you. Best wishes for health and happiness to you in 2025❤🙏❄️😘
"you just shut the world of, have nature and basics". That literally teared me up, this is so beautiful ❤ I would love to have that. Btw love you guys, I enjoy your life/videos so much! I´m so happy for you having the life you have 👏
Thanks for sharing! Love that big smile on Christopher's face from the long awaited off-grid cabin acquisition! Your friends advice about having kids...if it isn't an immediate yes, it is a no, is excellent! I'm in my 70's and have never regretted not having kids (for me it was not an immediate yes either) and as I have gone through my life observing those with kids, I know that I made the right choice not to have any. It just isn't the life for me and I don't even really know why. I think it just isn't right for some of us. But for those who do it with lots of love and connection and commitment to the family dynamic, it looks like a beautiful life to have. Cheers!
Thank you for inviting us into your home every week. I appreciate all the time it takes to film and edit videos. Excited to see content from the new cabin. Thanks for all you do.
Usually I enjoy your video for Sunday morning coffee, but today I saved it for post-dinner dessert. So enjoy watching you and Christoffer together. You can just see what a good fit you are. And Grim is the handsomest boy. Love his huffs when he's getting loved up. ♥🐾
The synchronized "oohh" after the realisation of having to expand the house in order to have enough room to let an eventual child sleep in it had me in so much laughter 😂❤ Happy new year from Italy!
GREAT stuff 😊 Congratulations to Einar and Olivia for their new little one, and I’m excited for the cabin outfitting. I would love to see some clips of your IKEA expedition, too. Best to you all in 2025 🥂
My girlfriend and I bought two of your books as Christmas presents. Everyone loves it here in Missouri. When I'm reading it at the coffee shop someone always comments or asks about it. A great opportunity to share your channel!
Sundays cozied up on the sofa with a coffee watching your videos are the best! Good morning from Arizona. It is currently 40°f (4.4°c) and we are freezing! 😂
My favorite Christmas gift was when my sister, who is a library director, bought ME a copy of your book and a copy for her library!!! Thank you for your effort of creating it and publishing it.
If it’s not an immediate yes, it most certainly should be a no because you are being honest with yourselves and literally the opposite of selfish!! Why have a kid if it’s not 100% something you want or your partner wants?? Ppl need to realize ITS NOTTTT FOR EVERYONEEEEEE. My husband and I are on the EXACT same page as Cecilia & Christopher. Including the beach sis 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🤣😂🤣
I’m so proud of both of you giving it a lot of realistic thought into what it would mean for the both of you to have a child. It’s not easy and it’s not easy on relationships.❤
I loooove the slow tv vibe. Our world is too fast and overwhelming. I love coming on a weekly peaceful adventure with you! I would love to learn more about Thermomix from Cristoffer and more on hygge.
Cecilia you should totally write a novel some day! You edit your videos so well, create a narrative, use powerful images and music. You express yourself beautifully. I think you would be a great writer! Selfishly, I hope you pick fantasy, thriller, survival adventure, mystery, or horror, but really just whatever excites you.
I'm watching this as I feed my 5 month old at 5 in the morning, if you are getting your main sources of joy out of your freedom and your hobbies and alone time then I think it's a great idea to keep enjoying yourself. If nothing feels like it's missing than nothing is missing!! Also you are parents to a dog, that's a lot already ❤
The short date on editing your videos is what gives it more of an organic feel. It's not contrived. You're in the moment. Love you guys. Snuggies to Grimm.
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I love this. Please tell Christoffer how much we love him in the videos and seeing his joy and take on things. He has become a necessary part of your videos, and we truly love and appreciate him! I guarantee he has a fan club! 😂
I second this! Christoffer is the best!
I love his chillness. Good vibes.
Agree 😊
100% agree! He is the ying to her yang! ♥
Yesss! His bursting out laughing was fantastic! ( :
I appreciate having a childfree woman publicly unapologetically just having a good time living life. If the time comes where it feels right for y'all, then that's that. Until then, I'm loving the Svalbard DINKS and their cabin projects
As this was being filmed, my husband and I were flying in to Svalbard to experience Polar night for ourselves. What a fun adventure! Then, to top it off, we met Christopher and Cecilia at baggage claim in Oslo yesterday. I'm sure we were complete dorks, but you both were so kind. We will keep watching from Chicago and remembering how special Svalbard is (and by the way, our names are Jim and Jill; we forgot that part).
That's so cool. So lucky to have experienced polar night and meet Cecilia & Christopher.
I LOVE THIS!! 🌠
FYI I'm in St. Paul MN and love that you did this!
Wow!! So cool.. I'd love to do Christmas with my family there in the future ❤️❤️❤️
How cool!!!
Christoffers enthusiasm for things he’s passionate about is adorable. He’s not a man of many words so it’s nice to hear him speak ❤
The clip of Christoffer with the sun behind him and that big, lovely smile on his face is epic!❤ Made me tear up, too!❤
100%
His pride and joy the new cabin with no electricity. AND it makes Ceclia heart melt too when he lights up about it.
Right? That man is so precious!❤ I don't think I've ever loved a couple together so much that I have never actually met than these two lol.
As a mom of 3 i totally agree. Having kids is undeniably a wonderful experience. Also a HUUUGE commitment. Probably the biggest there is. So if you are not sure if its for you, dont do it. If more people would think like that, we had way less children out there suffering thanks for being open and honest about it.
Spot on. I've worked with families/children for many years & a lot of my clients shouldn't have had kids or only stuck to 1 or 2. Kids aren't for everyone.
Perfectly said.
Yes this
Many times I would say the opposite is true. I did not want kids but my GF wanted it. I knew it was very important for her so I had to make a choice. One thing I did not want, is make her regret staying with me and getting depressed. In the end I knew my decision was based more on not knowing if I could be a good parent and I was not that into kids. So I decided that I wanted to stay with my GF and generally it is better trying something than not doing so. And I truly think it is the best thing ever. Generall if you are in doubt at least I think you should go for it. It is just the biggest experience in life. I am so happy my GF made me see that I wanted something I did not think I wanted.
Yes, but the ironic part is the ones who should actually question themselves on this topic often don’t and just end up with kids. The ones who actually take time to think it through are the ones who would probably be good parents.
Content idea: A day in the life of Grim, via "Grim Cam"!
A very Happy New Year to you, Christoffer, and your big, goofy, floofy boi!
Love that idea!
Full agree
I liked Christoffer talking so enthusiastically about his appliance since he doesn't get a chance to talk that much it's nice to get to know him better and what he likes! 🙂
Yeah! It's nice to hear from him.
He gets a good chance to talk, he said sometimes he doesn't know what to say to the camera so he leaves it all up to Cecilia, and then she gives him ideas of what to say to him. The thermomix conversation has no off button or the cabin lol.
I came here to say the same thing!! 😊
Then Cecelia talked even more about gaming 😅
He doesnt lack any "chance to talk", hes a grown man, he speaks when he feels like it. Hes just a normal scandinavian man; doesnt jabber on about random stuff.
My mom cried a little when she opened your book on Christmas-she loves the peace and learning of your videos and likes that she can “visit” through the book now, too. ❤
I bought Cecilia’s book for a friend as a Christmas gift, and to help her pass the time as she recovered from knee replacement. She loves it! She loves Grim too…he reminds her of her dog Jack. He is a pit bull, but very sweet. He was actually attacked once by a labradoodle. He was traumatized.
Christoffer lit up when the Thermomix was brought up. Very sweet. 😊
The smile on cristoffers face when you rolled the clip for “highlight of the year” 😊 love to see his dreams realized!
I love to hear Christopher speak on things he's passionate about and that you respect him by letting him speak his peace. You are quite the force of nature and that you have the sensitivity to know you need to back down a bit to let him take the time to express himself shows the respect you have for your man.
Our public library in Colorado Springs has ordered copies of your book. I am on the waiting list for the book and am eagerly awaiting it's arrival.
Available on Amazon.
Keep the libraries going! My refuge as a kid.
Oh! I never thought of checking the library; I’ve got it on hold. Thanks for the tip!
I live in the springs!!! I'm so happy to know this now!!! I'm gonna put myself on the wait list too. Thanks for ahring this!
I checked it out from my library they had it within a week of it being released. I read every page.
I’m 70 and never had a desire to have kids, for a handful of reasons. That decision was best for me but I love the times I’ve spent with my nieces and nephews, but that was all I desired. The one and only time I regretted not having children was a few months after I retired, the world was in covid quarantine and I was having computer/IT problems and no longer had access to my former employer’s great IT department! That’s when I wished I had a 4 yr old grandchild to fix my computer. My nieces and nephews were hours away. Kids these days are born knowing technology. But I got over that and figured out how to fix it, thanks to RUclips! Where there’s a woman with a will, there’s a way.
The last sentence is absolutely fantastic. i also don‘t have kids, but society still behaves as women without kids were not normal
Yes, yes, yes! Totally agree.
😄😄. A four year old .. yep!
This was the best comment. All the love to you ❤
@ awwww, thank you!
I think Cecilia is enough kid for Christopher. In the best way.
😂😂😂😂😂😂. They would be the best parents to have though. Cecelia with her happiness and energy and Christofer with his vast skills and knowledge and he would be a very good teacher. If they had kids, those kids would have a great life, that’s for sure!
Best comment!!
Thought the same 😂❤
You know? I agree with you. She is such a light and airy girl. Love them both!
@@jdxx59 Facts!!!
My husband and I love not having kids! We are both 42 now (and side note: I'm so glad I'm at an age where if I'm not drinking alcohol, people don't automatically assume I'm pregnant - like, can we please stop that) and thought we might one day regret it, but as each year goes on, we are so glad we didn't do it. We use that energy to be the best aunt and uncle!
Hello Cecilia 👋, I am 9 years old and I think I am your youngest fan 🎉😂 and If I am pls let me know 😂, I will be soooo happy, thank you 😊
How is Grim? He is the cutest dog I have ever seen 😍, love Giordano
Greets Gio! Thanks for coming in to share.
How wonderful it is to have someone young like you to hear from. Blessings!
@TheWestlandgirl thanks for the greetings for my son, salutations from South Africa
Hi kiddo! Please stay safe on the web keep your boundaries up and skip the stuff that you know is bad... Be smart with what you're watching and protect your beautiful mind! Never talk to strangers in private chat! Cecilia & Christopher are a great choice well done!👍
@Silvinee don't worry I monitor every move he makes , but thanks so much for your loving concern 😊 ☺️
Two things:
Hi from Texas! Can we get more cabin reset days?? Those motivate me to make my own space cozy and clean.
Also, I cannot with Christoffer's laugh and giggle at the end. what a great little example of you guy's relationship 🥺
Yes cabin resets always inspires me to get on with the housework.
Enjoy your life guys. Having kids isn't a must. It isn't the rose scent and moonshine what people wants you to believe. It is a huge responsibility and what Christoffer said: it ask a lot of thinking and planning about everything. There is more in life than having kids. When you don't feel it and want it for the full 100% it is better not to do it. 😊 Irma from the Netherlands
Irma, kindly sod off. People have raised children in cold, wet holes in the ground for centuries without planning and thinking. She's 35. Has maybe 7 years left to get pregnant and then she can't ever change her mind. That flaccid piece of meat she lives with is a manchild incapable of commitment who could father a child 20 years from now. He never proposed, he's comfortable not having a job, and keeps her from having children. It's the worst a man can be.
I wish more people would consider putting in so much planning on children there are so many kids out there longing and looking for love and the parents probably shouldn’t of had them 😢
Yes!!! People need to hear this more. Having kids is not everything and is a HUGE responsibility. It is not for everyone.
I appreciate comments like this. I desperately wanted kids but unfortunately it wasn’t in the cards for us (after many years of treatments and grief). And now we’re exploring our childfree-not-by-choice life and it’s helpful to see others living an incredible alternate experience. ❤
Totally agree! It’s way more fun being a grandparent than a parent! 😂😂😂😂😂😂
I love how you two are your own people, living very intimate solitary lives, but sharing it with the world. I've found myself that I don't need a lot of people around me to be truly happy and relaxed! We're always led to believe that "more is better" when in fact, for many of us, the opposite is true! 💖
You two have made me slow living a little more. Seeking peace and just enjoying quietness and nature
She has made me appreciate the winter season rather than dreading it. True, driving in wintry conditions isn’t always fun and can be downright scary. But at the same time, watching the snow fall and playing in it with my daughter can be so much fun! We went to Niagara Falls, Canada, a couple of weeks ago, and it was snowing a lot and pretty cold. It didn’t bother me! They have a beautiful winter Festival of Lights there, and it was so nice walking around seeing all of the lights there! The snow added to the beauty of the lights! Anyway, the point is it didn’t bother me this time whereas I used to dread snow!
I never saw Christopher look so seriously happy as in the snippet where he was lugging the "100 kilos"of food" and preparing to walk to the off-grid cabin in the middle of nowhere. It takes a lot to get a Norwegian to effuse like that, at least from my experience. The hytte certainly holds a very special place in his heart.
Christoffer saying “happy time” was priceless!
That would make great merch! "Happy Time!"
Loved that, too! A tribute to Borat in there?
I think its great listening to Christopher speak about his passion of cooking.
I am on the same wavelength re: kids! I don't think a lot of people take it as seriously as they should AND I still think you can be maternal/paternal without giving birth. HAPPY NEW YEAR!
It’s a joy when Christoper lights up and goes off on a tangent talking about his Thermommixer. His enthusiasm in sharing his own recipes and ideas for using it and what he likes about it are contagious. Don’t hit his “OFF”switch too quick.
Oh Cecilia, I laughed, cried and enjoyed this vlog so much. You are so real and a natural in front of the camera. Keep doing you, happy times for 2025
You guys make my day. In 2016 I lost the love of my life. We had been together 15 years. Then in 2023 my sweet dog Brody passed. I feel like I lost my complete life at times but your videos have helped me endure so much pain. You and Christopher and Grim have such great love you project out. Tour videos are healing and soothing to my soul. Thank you so much. Much love, and Happy New Year. ♥️
I am 36 years old and am on the same page with you about children. I get the question very often and am at a point where I don't want to explain to them why we don't have children yet. We are living a great life together and can do everything we want. Not every woman is made for children I guess.❤
Hello ☺ I lost my beloved husband Terry back in December 2024 so it was a very hard year for me. Thankfully I have my two fur babies that have given me a reason to get up each morning. My Kits are Tally & Luna 🐱🐈. So I just want to say thank you for your joyful vlogs. You are a beautiful couple and Grimm is just lovely 🐶. I loved the Christopher sat with his hands in the meditation pose all through the Q&A. Terry used to sit like that all the time. He was also a creative practical man who woud not have liked been too much in front of the camera. We were together for 54 years and I wish the the same happiness for you both. Take care of each other and always keep that that child within that enjoys happy times, adventures and fun 💜
Sending love, light and beautiful polar nights to you both and Grimm. Stay cosy and warm xx
You and Christopher are such a cute couple. You bounce off each other perfectly and have a great sense of humour. I love watching you guys.
I love when Christopher speaks!! Let him speak more!! I love to listen what he is using the thermomix for
13:10 I heard one theory, that we delay our work till deadline, because then we don't judge it so strict (cause for a short period of time the work we've done is pretty good)
Christoffer is so chill. ✌️ 😊Y’all are such a good balanced couple. Thank you for all your posts. ❤ your channel!
GRIIIIIIIIM.... also, Christoffer... he is so... happy these days. You guys are great!
I love it when Chistopher talks.
You said you want your channel to be peaceful. You have succeeded 10000% I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. Your channel is my happy place. Not one single day goes by that I don’t watch at least 1 video. When I run through them all I just start over. Sunday in this house has become coffee and Cecilia day and I am so very grateful for that.
So thank you. Again 🥰
I love the push play button on Christopher.
I love his chill, laid back attitude. 😊
I love seeing how Christopher, who is super introverted, is so supportive with his extrovert partner. I’m also very introverted while my husband and my son are the complete opposite!
How do you know he's an introvert? It has nothing to do with how much you talk or how outgoing you are. I get the feeling that he is more chatty when he speaks Swedish🙂
@@malinjohansson1986 introverted doesn't mean quiet. it means that you get your energy charged when being alone/in the quiet. whilst extrovert people get their energy from being around other people.
Christoffer is absolutely an introvert. He thrives when being in a cabin alone or with just a few people, and it's obvious that Cecilia is an extrovert. Outgoing, gets energy when there's lots of things happening and around other people.
@@malinjohansson1986 He's Norwegian!
My adult daughter gifted me your beautiful book for Christmas. I was so delighted that I sat down on the couch in the Australian heat and binged every page - and I seldom read. Thank you for collating such a stunning publication.
Christoffer's smile --- "Happy Time!" So cute. Love it!!
I hope you get your 1M this year.
In fact I don’t hope I know you will. It’s imminent x
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I totally understand that at this moment you aren’t sure if you want children. I don't have children myself. If I had been in the right place with a partner maybe I would have, but I have no regrets. I know you two will make the right decision for yourselves. Children should only come for the right reasons. If they don't its because its the correct decision. ❤❤❤ 🇳🇴
I live in the US and I can't go into a Tractor Supply store without thinking of the two of you! Wishing you both...and Beautiful Grim... A Blessed New Year! 🥰❤️🤗
Your channel is like hanging out with friends on a weekly basis. I always look forward to watching and your sunny disposition is such bonus.😊❤❤❤
You both are so generous to include all of us! Thank you for giving of yourselves! I’ve been a Widow 4 years now. Your videos give me such a nice break from life.❤
TOTALLY agree w/Christopher regarding drafting recipes!!! People ask me for recipes all the time, but I hesitate because I see recipes as merely a template of a culinary creation...I encourage folks to put their own spin on the recipe.
I love you two! When I see you laughing together, I can’t help but laugh myself. 🥰🌻🤪
Your talents are enormous. You’re almost at one million subscribers. Love your channel.
No video games for Christopher. Good for him!
Christopher is my favourite man on planet earth.. His vibe is unique.💐
Me too, and the least argumentative husband ever!
@@Worldofmonica-jk least argumentative or just emotionally shut down?! It can be hard living with someone who doesn't share their thoughts or feelings with you. I hope for Cecilia's sake that in private he is more affirming of her - I couldn't help but notice the zero praise he had for her in the beautiful book she has written.
26:02 Christoffer’s “Oh I dunno” was quite adorable. You both are so thoughtful with your life considerations.
9:04 Listening to Cecilia’s positive attitude on life is quite inspiring.
Live fearlessly! Yes I will embrace that!
Christoffer at the new cabin are some of my favorite clips. Can’t wait to see more of it..
My sister got me Life on Svalbard for Christmas after I (not so) subtly suggested it as a Christmas present for me. Even though I knew it was coming, I still cried when I unwrapped it on Christmas morning. As a reader of fiction, I’ve never had a book like it before or since, I love it! 🥰
If it’s not an immediate yes, then it will always be a no. Good for you for being so wise (and honest). You both know the best way for you. Being at ease in your lives and with each other is the most important thing😊.
I believe she should think again about that matter soon. Nobody ever regretted having kids when they die but many people regret not having them (People only regret the lives they haven't lived, but that is always in your own hands). I am sure, in the end, she wont have to change her live that much. Kids are full of freedom anyway until they are like 6 ... which would give you maybe 10 years of your normal life right now. When I became a mom, I was extremely afraid to lose myself, but guess what, I do everything I did before. I always had plenty of animals and it is basically the same with a child lmao. If you got no real animals etc. then kids might be a major change. But for me, it was just more love and a fuller house. Nonetheless, I understand where she comes from. It is always a complex matter, but almost nooone I know was 100% sure about it. It is scary. It is a change. So I thought the same, about me, my future, my freedom, my health - but I only thought so until I spoke with some older people about it. That changed my perspective.
@@bta8355 That's not true at all, heaps of people regret having kids. Better to regret not having them than regret having them, which is a nightmare. Having pets is nothing like having kids and they completely change your life! You can't be selfish anymore and do whatever you want.
This thing with kids is so validating for me. I'm also 35, I'm leaning toward a no, but I keep being pressured to decide asap and I don't want to make the wrong decision just so I don't break some imaginary deadline or something.
Totally rooting for a million subs for you
My husband gave me your book for Christmas! I've already flipped through all your beautiful photography and can't wait to read it!
Thank you for sharing Svalbard with us all, it's a delight to watch and listen to you both ❤
I started watching your videos for Svalbard, but stayed for you, Christoffer and Grim! Love being along for the ride💖
I love that your channel is “just” life on Svalbard. I’m always fascinated by life in other places, and your life there is so peaceful. I enjoy the grocery shopping trips & cabin resets as much as the adventures! It’s the perfect antidote to the chaos of the rest of the world. It soothes my battered soul.
Love you guys how natural you are. You’re a lovely couple and really enjoy watching your content. It’s nice to slow down and embrace the winter season with you three!
It’s refreshing to see the calmness of your environment especially in this chaotic wild. I understand why you love living where you are in harmony with nature. You 2 also complement each other.
Thank you for speaking openly about whether to have kids or not. I’m in the same boat, but a couple of years older. I feel the same way and so does my husband.
I agree - don’t regret the past. You two seem on the right path together. Bone Annee!
I just want to say, I love your relationship. It’s refreshing to see a couple so supportive and kind to each other. Blessings to you both in this new year! I can’t believe this is at least my 3rd (maybe 4th?!) polar night with y’all. Your optimism and finding joy in the smallest things is what keeps me coming back. The change in Kristofer has been amazing to watch as he’s become more comfortable in front of the camera. ❤ I absolutely love seeing his moments in the vlogs. I can’t wait to see what 2025 has in store for yall. With love from South Carolina!
That video with Christopher talking about the cabin gave me so much joy and peace. Bless.
Have a wonderful 2025!! Enjoy you all so much. Give Grim a HUG.
You and Christoffer enjoy your passions and peace, I respect that. With kids, you can no longer spend time doing things for just you, for the reasons of there’s a whole other human being with needs and necessities and those things must come first. I respect that you two know that and have the emotional intelligence to say, essentially, ya know what… I enjoy my hobbies (reading, cabin life, boat trips, quiet and peace and nature, etc.) and those things can’t be the forefront anymore with a baby; those things could no longer be primary. And tbh I don’t blame you guys for those thoughts. I too enjoy my passions above and beyond the thoughts of having kids.
OMG MENTIONED BY NAME ON ONE OF YOUR VIDEOS!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm literally in tears!!
I was sitting here thinking about the fact that you know little me, out of all these people (almost a million here, over a million on IG, and however many on TikTok), and it warms that you know ME! I adore you, dear~ thank you for always interacting & being such a great person to know! And, more importantly, getting to learn about a part of the world that I had no idea about until I saw your videos on TT all those years ago. 💜💜
Marianna
I always enjoy when Christoffer joins in on the videos. Especially when it involves something he enjoys, like the cabin or cooking. Thank you, Christoffer. I really look forward to future cabin videos and see how everything comes together. I always enjoy your videos and seeing the three of you on Sunday. :)
Watching this brings me to my happy place….
I always wanted kids but I never had any. I raised a nephew (now 33) and it was a joy. Now at age 80 and having lost all my sisters and best friends, I have many beautiful young kids in my life . I help the young families with babysitting, financial aid and whatever they need so I’m still useful. Love you both and Grim, Mary Theresa
Dear Cecilia and Christopher, I wish you all the best in the new year 2025. This wish is from Slovakia.
I think I would love the quiet and blackness. Ohh and a cup of coffee. 😊
Thank you for having this Q/A episode. When you share your views and opinions, I feel like I know you better. I am so obsessed with Salvbard and the three of you. Best wishes for health and happiness to you in 2025❤🙏❄️😘
"you just shut the world of, have nature and basics". That literally teared me up, this is so beautiful ❤ I would love to have that. Btw love you guys, I enjoy your life/videos so much! I´m so happy for you having the life you have 👏
Thanks for sharing! Love that big smile on Christopher's face from the long awaited off-grid cabin acquisition! Your friends advice about having kids...if it isn't an immediate yes, it is a no, is excellent! I'm in my 70's and have never regretted not having kids (for me it was not an immediate yes either) and as I have gone through my life observing those with kids, I know that I made the right choice not to have any. It just isn't the life for me and I don't even really know why. I think it just isn't right for some of us. But for those who do it with lots of love and connection and commitment to the family dynamic, it looks like a beautiful life to have. Cheers!
Thank you for inviting us into your home every week. I appreciate all the time it takes to film and edit videos. Excited to see content from the new cabin. Thanks for all you do.
Usually I enjoy your video for Sunday morning coffee, but today I saved it for post-dinner dessert. So enjoy watching you and Christoffer together. You can just see what a good fit you are. And Grim is the handsomest boy. Love his huffs when he's getting loved up. ♥🐾
The synchronized "oohh" after the realisation of having to expand the house in order to have enough room to let an eventual child sleep in it had me in so much laughter 😂❤ Happy new year from Italy!
GREAT stuff 😊 Congratulations to Einar and Olivia for their new little one, and I’m excited for the cabin outfitting. I would love to see some clips of your IKEA expedition, too. Best to you all in 2025 🥂
My girlfriend and I bought two of your books as Christmas presents. Everyone loves it here in Missouri. When I'm reading it at the coffee shop someone always comments or asks about it. A great opportunity to share your channel!
Sundays cozied up on the sofa with a coffee watching your videos are the best! Good morning from Arizona. It is currently 40°f (4.4°c) and we are freezing! 😂
I grew up in Phoenix (Tempe) but have been living on the East Coast since 1986!
I remember when I thought 40° was cold!😂😂
Overcooked is so good, I loved it and highly recommend!! It's a genuine couple's therapy 😂❤
My favorite Christmas gift was when my sister, who is a library director, bought ME a copy of your book and a copy for her library!!! Thank you for your effort of creating it and publishing it.
If it’s not an immediate yes, it most certainly should be a no because you are being honest with yourselves and literally the opposite of selfish!! Why have a kid if it’s not 100% something you want or your partner wants?? Ppl need to realize ITS NOTTTT FOR EVERYONEEEEEE. My husband and I are on the EXACT same page as Cecilia & Christopher. Including the beach sis 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🤣😂🤣
Happy new year! We need more people on earth like you 2!
I’m so proud of both of you giving it a lot of realistic thought into what it would mean for the both of you to have a child. It’s not easy and it’s not easy on relationships.❤
Grimm is just living his best life!
I absolutely love your cabin. It’s so cozy. I would love to find a place just like that in the States. It would be my happy place. ❤
I loooove the slow tv vibe. Our world is too fast and overwhelming. I love coming on a weekly peaceful adventure with you! I would love to learn more about Thermomix from Cristoffer and more on hygge.
"Happy Time(s)" is a common phrase in our family for the past few months. The joy he expressed transferred through the screen to us!
Cecilia you should totally write a novel some day! You edit your videos so well, create a narrative, use powerful images and music. You express yourself beautifully. I think you would be a great writer! Selfishly, I hope you pick fantasy, thriller, survival adventure, mystery, or horror, but really just whatever excites you.
Yes, I agree. I love her Svalbard book and I think she'd be great at writing fiction novels ❤
I'm watching this as I feed my 5 month old at 5 in the morning, if you are getting your main sources of joy out of your freedom and your hobbies and alone time then I think it's a great idea to keep enjoying yourself. If nothing feels like it's missing than nothing is missing!! Also you are parents to a dog, that's a lot already ❤
I re-watched the ending twice for a good laugh out loud moment!!😂😂😂
Hahah 😂😂😂
I‘m almost 4 years here, and enjoy it every single time 😊 Have a nice vacation !
The short date on editing your videos is what gives it more of an organic feel. It's not contrived. You're in the moment. Love you guys. Snuggies to Grimm.
Christoff😊er looks a lot like Benny in Abba. You complement each other so perfectly. Love from 🇨🇦 .