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- You asked, we answer! 🙌🏻 It's time to sit down and catch up as it was a while since our last Q&A! We revisit some topics we have touched on before to give you our updated opinions, and also our honest and open answers to the Top Questions you've been wondering about. Thank you so much for being here, we appreciate each and every one of you! Love y'all!✨
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00:00 Welcome back to Svalbard
01:53 Polar Bear danger during Polar Night?
02:56 Storm Shelter in Longyearbyen?
05:02 What do you miss from the mainland?
05:51 Where would you move?
07:22 Is this real daily life?
08:01 Will Longyearbyen expand?
10:33 What surprises you about polar night?
11:11 Seasonal Depression?
12:41 New Puppy for Grim?
14:06 Vlogmas 2023?
14:36 Avalanche fencing
14:49 Why Tractor Supply fans?!
16:48 Make videos about the school?
18:54 Do you still not want kids?
22:04 What do your tattoos mean?
24:31 Nordic Baking in the works!
25:00 We love you!
About Cecilia:
Cecilia Blomdahl is originally from Sweden and moved to Svalbard 8 years ago. She works as a photographer and videographer in Longyearbyen, and with her social media channels. Check her out on tiktok and instagram under her handle @sejsejlija! Here on youtube she posts videos about her daily life in her cabin with her boyfriend Christoffer and her dog Grim, living just outside of Longyearbyen. Subscribe for videos about her daily life as well as adventures on an island close to the North Pole. They have polar bears there!
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Just a black, 45 year old single mom living in America (Baltimore) binge watching, learning and day dreaming about your lifestyle. I saw a reel or TikTok a week ago and now I’m hooked. I don’t want to be cold but I love the idea of finding a season or place you love, simplicity and being still. Thanks for sharing
Welcome. I’ve been following Cecilia Vlogs for years.
Me too single black woman in Baltimore. I'm not far from you in Annapolis. Love watching that lifestyle but not sure if I could handle the cold.
Who cares what color you are??Just relax and enjoy the channel.
I'm doing the same in the UK lol 😆
@@jeanettejohnson7315You obviously care...
I died laughing when Christopher couldn't remember his cat's name because I can just imagine a cat with Christopher Energy and the two of them not knowing each other's names because they never spoke. Also, I'm so excited for another year of polar night videos!!!
hahaha 😂😂😂
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😂 This cracked me up!
This comment is my fav😂
Hahaha exactly
I love how Christoffer lights up when talking about the fresh vegetables 🥰 a true chef!!!!
I think it is fantastic that they are so protective of the children being on film and respectful of the parents' wishes. That is how everybody should be.
we exploit children here in America....its shameful what parents get away with...
As a woman who has chosen to not have children, It's annoying when people constantly ask why you still don't have any.
Agree, that's all I ever heard. Now that I'm older everyone assumes I have kids. Although I call my horses my idiot children. Lmao. So it really throws people off.
I even tried getting sterilized young and no doctor would touch me. 😢 Thankfully my husband got cut. No babies in this relationship. Ever. Just pets❤
My son is 35 and single, and probably never will have any, my husband is upset because his bloodline dies with my son. Its all about choice, and if you don't meet the right person, what are you to do, right??
@@countrygirl197906 absolutely, my husband and I got married later in life, and I was already set on not having children. He was on board. I show off my baby cat to everyone lol. Fur babies all the way.
I think they're just roommates.😂😁
@@darlenekozlovskis6907 Or you can meet the perfect person and still not have children. My husband and I have been married for 16 years, very happy together, best years of my life. We've never wanted children, and nothing will change that. I'm 44 and don't regret a thing. I'm not meaning to be confrontational, just offering the perspective of someone who is happily child-free.
The children’s privacy in Norway is well protected..your laws are wise
RUclips also has strict rules on showing children. Often comments will be disabled in videos here. (You can google why. It’s creepy that they have to.)
Something we should have in place here in America. Children get exploited to much.
Most countries do. It mainly seems to be a USAmerican thing to not have.
I lived in Norway for years, am also fluent in the language and culture. There's a very dark side to this so-called protection of children there. One can and does very easily lose their children for highly questionable reasons. Their child protection agencies (Barnevern) have removed children for appalling reasons: the biggest one being if you're a Christian, and raising them in a Christian home and raising them with Christian values. They and the government determine what's acceptable or not. Fairly recently, Christian parents with five children lost them when Barnevern decided they didn't agree with what the children were being taught. Further, you are not permitted to raise your voice/yell at your children when you deem it necessary, to make them do much of anything, including expecting them to obey instructions to help clean, etc. In all the years I lived there, I witnessed children behaving disgracefully towards their parents when they wanted something, or were told to do anything they didn't want to do. When I balked at this and told them to discipline them? They told me they couldn't because the government would take them! I said "I'd let them!" Make no mistake: Norwegian children run the home, are boss, know it, take full advantage accordingly. Absolutely true.
Around the mid 2000s, one of Norway's newspapers, Verdens Gang, did an article about this. They interviewed a large number of teens and young adults in their 20s, most of them still living at home. Why? Because, they said, their parents owed them this and other things, because they didn't ask to be born. That it was their right because of this. I kid you not. Keep in mind that the Norwegian government promotes this thinking, and parents because they fear them, go right along with this. Interestingly, the title of this article was, translated, "Spoiled Entitled Golden Children" or close to that. Trust me, it's a very real, very awful thing. My now adult child is a dual citizen of Norway and America. I did not raise him there, and not just because I'm now a Christian. No government agency is going to tell me how to raise a child, and threaten me in the process. And, if a child did the same in an attempt to bully and take control of their parents and the home, they'd swiftly realize they're fighting a losing battle. If they were to threaten me with a child protection agency? Well, there's the door! Buh bye!
Not at all. Norway is a terrible regime when it comes to how the government threat children. By average every child born in norway will be involved in a child protective service case (barnevernet) look at all the cases norway loose in Haag. Don't ever trust anything when the government get involved with your children.
I will never understand why people ask others about having kids, especially strangers they watch on the Internet. It's just beyond me.
Ditto. The combination of rude and idiotic is also next level on YT.
Exactly, it is a very personal decision and people need to understand that. Kids complicate life so much.
😂😂😂Glad this comment was one of the few sitting at the top section. Bought me time coz I was gonna ask the same thing. Can't believe some people at times...
@@35057 It's odd, but a lot of people who watch vlogs end up feeling like they actually know the people they watch and can ask them whatever they want. They think it is acceptable to try and make vloggers share more than they already do.
Perfectly natural question. Stop being so prickly.
So much respect for Norway protecting the rights of minors and the video recording of them.
I highly recommend that everyone start from the beginning. Thinking back some of the videos were pretty funny, always fun, and back in the day, there was a whole team of us rooting for Cecilia to capture footage or sound bites of Christopher. He was like the Big Foot of Svalbard. 😂 Gosh, i may go back now and binge watch..... 🩷🩷
hahahahah the big foot of svalbard 😂😂
I always find it so odd people ask the kid question. I’ve got three but wouldn’t dream of asking people such a personal question. I don’t think people realise that people might also being trying for one and struggling! Or they are just happy without.
Anyway I like these type of videos! Thanks! 💕 xxx
Exactly. I have no kids and am happy that way. But why the need to pressure and insist someone answer such a personal question that seems to include judgement even by asking.
I agree, I have 2 kids and I'd never ask someone something like that. To this day I don't even know why my uncle and aunt don't have children, they chose not to share it with family, so we don't ask...
Yep, I have a plethora of health issues, and I will never have kids for two reasons. One, because it would likely kill me from severe injury/placental abruption. Two, I could never, ever forgive myself if I passed on my shitstorm of genetics to another human being. I wouldn't wish this pain, physical and mental, on anyone.
I have 2 children blessings but I agree I would never intrude and ask about children to a couple that's a very personal subject between the couple and unless they tell you I don't ask
I don't have kids. To give an honest answer about why not, I would have to give the whole story of the first 50 years of my life. Ain't nobody got time for that, and why anyone even thinks they want to know is beyond me. I have been thinking of moving to a small town, but in my experience, townies are the worst when it comes to asking crazy questions, when they would not want the answers if they got them.
Thank you for sharing your perspective on your life without kids! We chose not to have kids and as a woman honestly it feels like I don’t see a lot of examples out there of people enjoying their lives without kids and talking about that choice. It makes me feel a bit more seen!
Happily married 35 years, 60 now, we never wanted kids, no regrets!!
2023 we are dink videos taking over tik tok shorts the most annoying thing since .... well tik tok shorts 😂
I cant tell you how much I'm looking forward to Christoffer doing the Christmas baking whilst Cecilia gets 😵💫 on mulled wine😂 It's a Christmas tradition now!!🤣
It really is!!
especially remember when she got Christoffer's age wrong & had him 20 years older!! I still crack up when I think of that!!🤣🤣🤣 It was so hilarious!!😁
@@louisebrislane6607Lol! 😅
Yeah, I remember when she got tipsy the last time 😂
Hahaha just rewatched and its so funny
and my favourite thing about sundays is here🙂
😍 You're the best!
Yes, I commented that last week. Sunday’s are Cecilia video day and particularly winter😊
I know one too many people who regret having a kid. They're perfect lives were destroyed by having one and divorce and break ups happened not long after. Don't let social convention force you into doing something you don't want.
I would love to see Christopher just break down and crack up laughing. That would make my year 😂. He seems to be the complete opposite of Cecilia. Not criticizing, opposites do attract, just an observation.
I almost spit my coffee out when you said you didn’t want to spread Grimm’s fear of floors to a new puppy….oh my goodness! 😂😂
Same!!! 🤣
I laughed too, because I also had a dog who was afraid of floors!
I'm 100% with you on your opinion on having children! I feel pretty much the same and am always happy if I get to know women who feel the same :)
43, married for 24 years, and we're both childfree & sterilized. As soon as we got dogs 4 years ago, it was confirmed. Children are not for us. My dogs are freaking exhausting; kids are that times 1000!
@@belaayya5094 I'm reminded everytime my neices and nephews visit. I can't handle their energy.
I'm 35 and feel the same exact way. My husband is like Chris and has said from day 1 he would be ok with whatever decision I made. I always thought I might but I never had a strong urge to so it's a no for me 🙂 I use to be only a cat person like Cecilia as well but now I have a weimaraner who I am absolutely obsessed with 🥰 my life is so perfect and I'm so content I'm scared a baby would alter that and I just don't have a desire for one enough to take that chance.
Same
I just love that so many women aren't being forced to have kids when they don't want them! live your life and do what you want.
I love how happy Grim is - he does not need a puppy!!!
Also, you do not need to answer about a child. I am Cristoffer's age and have never regretted not having a child. I have lived my life following adventure and am happy and fulfilled. I spoil my friends' kids with bikes and skis and books and they let me be their friends. It works 😃
I'm 41 and never wanted kids. I LOVE being an Auntie though!!
My friend never ever wanted kids she’s was together and married 20+ years they divorced and then both met new partners and my friend had a baby at 41 couldn’t believe it was so shocked. She decided she wanted to be a mummy after all. It’s not for everyone I didn’t want any but fell pregnant while on birth control then had another and was best thing I done. It’s one those things one decisions that’s very personal, if you don’t want then you don’t. Many womens bio blocks tick I can def say this as I have had mine I’m done but I
37-38 almost and the feeling of wanting another creeps in…..but maybe if you don’t feel strongly don’t or leave it up to if it happens it does. Don’t be afraid to say no I don’t. You still have few years left nothing wrong with being older mummy. I can see why with where you live and lifestyle why having kids would be a bigger choice.
Love you both ❤ and Grim of course
I actually think it's quite rude of strangers to ask about your desire (or not) to have kids. This is nobody else's business.
I also turned 34 & I totally love that you're both content with your lives right now. My husband and I have said we're ok if we don't have children, I've seen how trying so hard with no results can consume people & I swore never to be that way. Adoption is always an option if we can't actually have our own, but I'm just thankful for my marriage right now.
Cecilia you made cry tears of joy talking about the storm buddies and how the community posts available room or hot meals. Love the love. 💞
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(Me too!)
If only the world had these values. So so many homeless and hungry here in America.
It is so refreshing to hear a woman say she’s leaning towards no on having children and then reading so many kind comments. Even more so that your partner is so supportive. I’ve never wanted children and that has been a huge issue for men when it comes to dating. Men have not responded kindly to my not wanting kids.
Thank you for your honesty and sharing something so personal.
Your cats will eat you when you die
You have to be a real degenerate to harrass women over this. You also have to be unintellligent and that's not lacking in the world.. This channel probably attracts more normal people.
I have two kids, i always knew I wanted them. What I didn’t know is the amount of work, effort, tiredness, exhaustion, patience, sleepless nights, selflessness and dedication that goes into them. Everything one can imagine multiply by 1000 gazillion. So kudos to you for making the other choice and not bringing kids into this world that are rejected or do not have enough of all that. I fully support child free women for making a conscious decision not to bring life into this world. Many of the ppl I know did that only because they want to protect as they don’t feel protected here. I get that 100000%. So thank you! And all the best!❤️
Greetings from NYC, love your videos and family.
As a 58 year old woman , I’m thrilled with my decision never to have kids.
I have always felt this way even in my younger years.
Now I am married to a great guy who has 2 adult sons, they have become my friends, that’s great and enough.
I love the videos with Christopher , he is so calm and collected that he makes me feel everything is going to be alright at the end
Christopher he’s so chill, relaxed and cool….👊🏽
He is booooooring yawn 😅
@@Lilly-hh9es some people are reserved on camera, nothing to do with boring
You are 100% a whole, complete family without kids! Grim is all the kids you need.
@@HopeLaFleur1975didn't have to give birth to him to become family
@@HopeLaFleur1975why does she need to give birth to anything ?
Couldn’t agree more! ♥️
@hopelafleur7621 Wow you sound so smart and nice, not.
Dogs are not children and I'm sick of people talking about them as if they were. Yes, I know you love your dog and that's great, and maybe you don't want kids and that's cool too, but the two are really in no way comparable. (So if it is kids you want after all, don't have dog as a substitute :)
Cecilia, I genuinely hope you see this comment, as I want to thank you for your positivity. I live in a far north state and we experience constant darkness in the winter. Your outlook has challenged me to change my mindset around the winter time. I used to become down and depressed but now I consider myself a winter lover and the darkness doesn’t bother me like it used to. All because you challenged me to change my mindset. Each day, I gradually began to love the winter and find the beauty in it. So, thank YOU and God bless. ❤
It's the same for me Kate! I live in Ontario (Canada) and used to dread the winter months, especially after Christmas when all the lights were put away. But Cecilia has challenged me to look at winter in a new light and even last year I enjoyed it so much more. 🙂
@@Leelaa3007she got me to put up string lights in my house year round to brighten it up! I’m also in Canada. It’s a little after 4 pm now and will be dark pretty soon… I still don’t love this darker and colder time of year, but her videos and outlook do help me!
That is so lovely, good on you! ❤
I live in Alaska and in my little town hardly anyone puts lights away after Christmas until March - they are so helpful!
I love winter and having a cozy home / place certainly helps but I also go outside as much as I can and that makes me feel really good. Nature is healing.
20:43 I have two kids, and while I love them SO much, I don’t think I knew just how MUCH it is. In terms of emotional heaviness, the loss of identity and exhaustion. I’m so glad you are thinking about these specifics!
I love my daughter too but if I had known some things, I might not have had a child at all.
@@desiree3488absolutely. I have children and love them to death, but if I had an option of a do over, I'd not have them. I could be retired already if I didn't have children 😂
I love watching both of you. Cecilia having that chaotic energy while Christopher is calm and zen all the time.
Their balance is everything !!
I think I am the only one that does see his energy as zen. I have a hard time with his level of energy and decreased eye co tact. I know, this is about me. For me, I need someone who is more interactive. I am hoping this is a safe place to comment.
Also- I know, it’s not me with him.
But just seeing if anyone else feels the same as me. If not, that’s ok. ❤
@@Audrey.17l really couldn't be with someone who can't look me in the eyes fr... his energy is like 0 but hey .. to each their own
@@Lilly-hh9es thank you for your input. I was hesitant to post as I was afraid it was going to be misunderstood. I feel like you understand.
@@Audrey.17yes, I think there’s someone for everyone, but I definitely would need someone who was more animated in my life too! No slander on him though, that’s just me.
The way Christopher looks at Grim. Such a wonderful guy! In Turkey we believe who doesn't like animals can not love humans. In that case you are so lucky Cecilia. First time i see your videos and love it! I was just wondering about how's life in Svalbard, now i wanna see more content from you. Thanks for sharing.
Do they like cats?
You are soooo right! If a person doesn't like animals...this person is not good!!!
I admire your sensitivity and honesty on the “having a baby” topic. It’s very well thought out and mature of the both of you. We have a daughter and I wouldn’t change it for the world, but children aren’t for everyone and others should respect that. Also, you wouldn’t want Grim spreading his “fear of floors” to human children 😂😂😂 I love it!! ❤
Your answer to the “kids” question is identical to ours. We felt exactly the same way, we simply didn’t know and in the end opted not to have kids. And here’s something I realized, when I looked at all the people around me who have children, almost without fail, they all knew they had always wanted them, it was in their DNA and was always part of their life plans and that just wasn’t the case for us and that helped us decide. Had I become pregnant, we would have gone all out and been full on proud parents but we have our fabulous furry babies and we’re fulfilled 100% - on another subject we live in the USA in a small midwestern town and TRACTOR SUPPLY just opened here lol !!
Exactly … if someone is not dying to have them BADLY. , prob shouldn’t…
I know a couple of people who didn't always know they wanted kids, but they did have a very strong desire before I would guess 30ish. Some people realize it late, but I know way more people who realized after they had kids they would have rather not. So best advice is to have them if you really want them or just make a life with yourself. There are many benefits to a childfree life.
Hello Cecelia. I really enjoy your videos. The Arctic is very beautiful. I really love that Norway has strict laws about filming minors. I wish the USA would follow. The internet is becoming a terrible plan for children.
Totally agree about the US/filming kids/etc.
It always amazes me that strangers have the audacity to ask you about having children. It’s none of their business, and I would never ask anyone that! Your graciousness despite the audaciousness of others is always admirable.
As always, thank you for sharing your beautiful life with us. 🫶🏼
I love your honesty about the desire (or lack there of) having children. Your life, your choice.❤❤❤
I feel like people seems to forget that you can enjoy the cold vs the heat. I know for me, I like chilly weather, I like rain. When I tell people that they’re shocked.
There's a saying in the childfree community - "if it's not a 'hell yes' then it's a 'f*ck no'". If you're not desperate to have kids or "have no idea", then it should be an immediate no. It's far better to regret NOT having them then to regret having them.
Thank you. I was married to a man older then me. I felt the same way. We chose to not have kids because our life was so so amazing and full. But years later he passed to cancer. And after a long while I remarried and had 5 kids. I’ve had the best of both worlds. My kids are older now and have all graduated and working. I guess I’m telling you because I’ve done both and ultimately it’s what you want in your lives. I loved both times in my life. If it is meant to be it will be. Just live a happy life. I do and I’m grateful.
wow, what a life you've had so far and lovely comment:)
Thank you. Yes it feels like I’ve had 2 incredible lives. I find the good in every thing. There’s always something good if your eyes are open.
Maybe you could try growing an indoor hydroponic vegetable garden? My cousins do it in northern U.S., and they love it! 😃
I wondered about this too. It turns out just getting some grow lights there is very costly.
@@whoopsydaisy6389 IMy cousin got a whole kit last year, I think it was. It included the lights, the fixture with the planters and many different seeds. I think it was under $200 or $300? They had to assemble it, but they love it. It sounds like a waterfall and they have fresh vegetables and fruits all the time. 😃
They ordered it online and had to assemble it. It was heavy and her husband had to help her, but they love it. ❤️
Kids can be wonderful, but they are also a sacrifice. Mine are close to being adults now. I don’t regret having them at all but I also wanted them very badly. We all have different paths in life and either choice is valid ❤.
Having a kid is an entirely personal decision and it is funny that people ask you about it. I put it off as long as possible and at age 37 realized it was something I was more than ready to do. And our son was born when I was 38. It's been the greatest blessing in our lives. But I've known couples who were childless who enjoyed their lives together making each other and their life together as the focus. Wishing you well! Thank you for sharing your world with us! ❄️
Portugal may be nice for Christopher too because he could get his fresh veggies and fruit there. He’d enjoy that.😊
I like how you explained that Polar Nights are “Cozy”.
I have Seasonal depression so I purchased “Natural light” light bulbs that are a bright light with blue hues. I find them very helpful.
Christoffer not remembering the name of the cat caused me to laugh so hard. It was actually a healing laughter due to dealing with some not so pleasant family stuff. Thank you for not editing that part out. I needed it.
I love that you both stand by your beautiful lives with or without children. If a person wants kids there is a need/drive and it’s not wrong to not have it either. People need to respect other’s decision neither is wrong. Life can be full, happy, healthy & fulfilling with kids, dogs, cats, adventures or living in same spot for 50 years! I love seeing the beauty of life on Swalvard! Can’t wait for polar nights❤
Greetings from Sweden!❤ My favorite thing to watch every Sunday is Cecilia, Christoffer and Grim. Such joyful cozyness from Svalbard once a week, and I love it! 👋❤️👍
I feel completely the same, from Canada 🇨🇦 ❤
I always love seeing the interaction between these two. Christopher is always so laid back and chill to Cecilia's hyper happiness.
His answer to the children question is perfect.
It's really good to hear that longyearben will not be overpopulated, or become a larger village. We need more laws like this in all rural wild areas in the world!!! We need to preserve our natural habitats and keep the wild wild! ❤
I love listening to Christoffer talk. He has SUCH a calming presence. Loved this video too!
I like Christopher! He is so calm
Hello Ella
100% agree that having kids or not having kids are both an equally valid life choice. I felt exactly like you and then around 36 or 37, I started wanting a child. Kind of suddenly, it was hard to picture our future without one. We had our first when I was 37 and second when I was 41. Of course, now I can’t imagine our lives any other way. Lol.
Hi Cecilia and Christopher, I Love you both and have really have enjoyed watching your videos! I am a 70 year old from USA and I am adopting you both!
As a Canadian, I love the 4 seasons. I love the changes. Fall and winter are my favourites we have longer nights but I also love being outside on cold sunny days
Christopher is such a calming presence. He is quiet strength.
CHRISTOFFER WAS AMAZING! So candid and charismatic! He made eye contact and laughed! He’s warming up!!!!
Very interesting answers! I had the feeling Longyearbyen was a "booming" town because of tourism and such, and I saw that they were constructing apartment buildings in the central part of town. But it's good to hear that it's not expanding much otherwise, and that there are strict rules on where they can build.
How chill is Christopher. You guys are two opposite it’s hilarious 🙌🏻
I agree on Grim being an only dog. We have a 15-year-old Shih Tzu named Sydney. She’s been an only dog since she was 4 months-old when she came to live with us. When she was 2, we thought about getting another puppy, but then I ended up getting pregnant with our daughter (surprise!). So, that put an end to getting dog #2. At this point in Syd’s life at age 15 as she gets older, she would have a hard time adjusting to a new puppy/dog. Also, as she ages, she will require us to give her more care. She also gets overwhelmed when around other younger dogs. For now, we have the best of both worlds with one child and one dog. Our daughter is 12 now and has grown up with Syd. They are “the kids.”
Grim reminds me of......me. 15 -30 minutes of socializing with others then, "OK, that's enough."
I just turned 35 and got married at 26. I’ve never wanted kids until about 3 yr ago when my little nephew was born. But I still have doubts from time to time. I thought maybe I wasn’t normal. I’m reading a lot of comments here and looks like I’m not the only one. ❤
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I wish Christopher would talk more... Please , we love hearing you talk and hear all of your different opinions ☺🌻
Chris has such a sweet spirit about him…Thank you
I get so much flack for not wanting children . It’s so ok to not have kids life can still be amazing without them ! You can love kids and appreciate them but not have any ! Love all your videos !
Thank you so much for respecting the children and the parents ❤ Privacy is so important.
Enjoy your life my daughter is 42 years old and has no kids and I respect her decision. She enjoys her life.
You probably won't see this comment, but on the off chance: a while back you said you were starting a series about the people who choose to live in Svalbard. I think you had a sit down with one woman who was an artist or jewelry maker, if I remember correctly. Could you pick that up again? Maybe interview a teacher, rather than filming a classroom? Interview some of the hospitality staff, emergency workers, guides, etc? I think it's really interesting, all the different reasons people end up in such a remote location.
Yay! We've been waiting for our badly needed dose of Svalbard and Grim❤
Hope you enjoy it! 🧡
@@CeciliaBlomdahl loved it and your honesty; and completely natural ending with Grim's little top of his gorgeous head close up. Even our dog loves Grim🐾
I think Grim understood everything you were saying! Never underestimate the intelligence of an animal! Love Grim!❤❤❤
I didn't want children for years. But as i got older i felt a strong feeling that I didn't want my life to be without a child. Now I have one little girl and the best little girl. I don't regret having her. But it's not for everyone as someone said here. Big responsibility.
Ceci. If a man does not yell "NO!!!" and he does not run away screaming, but says "it will be up to you, darling" he is actually saying "yes?", just in a very soft and extremely considerate way... falling on one knee and begging would, obviously, be even more convincing, but thats theatricals for beginners. Trust me, I have more than half a century of experience
To say your content brings me joy is an understatement… especially Christoffer content. He’s so lowkey and I love his voice. He could just narrate everything in my life and I’d be happy. And as someone who is intentionally childless, I appreciate you and your thoughtful approach to deciding if children fit your life. And your delight in Bob Geldofs children’s names is my serotonin splurge for the day 😂😂😂😂
Greetings from Canada, Svalbard fam! 😊 Thanks for the morning chat.
One of my daughters decided she wanted to become a mother so her and her girlfriend have adopted my 14 months old grandson, he's soo special to me, i wouldn't know how i was before he was here, my life is so much brighter now!!: I had 4 children in all but two of my children passed away, but i am so thankful for my two daughters i still have, having said that don't let people tell u that u need to become parents, that's a very personal and private decision, god bless!!😊
People are so rude with some of their questions. Not everyone wants children or to live a "traditional" life. i think it is marvelous you are living life on your own terms!
Sorry if my comment was a bit vehement. I spent my entire adult life having to defend my decision to be child-free. I love being an auntie, but no munchkins for me.
She said: I don't mind the question at all actually I almost wish people would talk about the two options more as it's great insight into things to consider before making a decision.
Chris is so calm and that's lovely. You guys are so sweet together. And of course, Grimm steals the show every time. 🙂
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Cecilia and Christoffer, I have loved your videos for three years and love to see the landscape and culture on Svalbard. My question is, how come there are do many nationalities living within such a small population? I appreciate that Svalbard is Visa free, but I would be fascinated to hear the journeys that people have made to end up in Svalbard
You two (and Grim) are just too cute. You have put a smile on my face today. Thank you for sharing your life on Svalbard and for sharing yourselves with the rest of us. You bring a lot of joy. ❤
Hey sweetie, I and my husband also 13 years apart.
We are 34 years in our marriage and loving each and every moment. Bless you both you both are very gentle souls.
Always love your videos and your excitements towards nature.
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Cecilia, Hello. I'm very happy. I came across your channel by accident. I watch you instead of TV. I admire the beauty of your places and climate to the point of goosebumps. We have harsh winters in the Urals of Russia, but the summers are also warm. The most surprising thing is the polar night and day. Norway is a very wise country in terms of laws and principles of life. Other countries have a lot to learn from you. I hope in our country it will become the same as yours, although unfortunately our mentality also interferes, because of which it is difficult for Russians (not all) in society . Good luck dear guys.
Great video. I love that Christoffer is so much more involved and vocal!!
You're so lucky you got your cabin when you did then!
You can see the contentment with your life is a direct result of making conscious choices about what makes you happy and not just ticking a box off a societally crafted list… nice to see a woman apply that approach to bringing children into this world 👏🏾
I’m baffled at how big this community has become but it really should come as no surprise! I’ve been here since the very beginning of this channel🥳 Congrats Cecilia!
I would totally live here if given the opportunity.
Dear Cecilia & Christoffer, i love when you guys sit down and do these Q&As. Just always love to hear from you guys and see you’re doing well.🙏🏼🤍 Our Svalbard SUPERSTARS!🤩🌟✨
I’m so happy to see your channel is growing fast, you deserve it! Keep up the great work! You are an inspiration to the world.🌎
Thank you guys. Love you lots.❤️
I love that Svarbald has laws against filming children. I wish it was a worldwide law. There are so many children being exploited on family channels (& other channels) on RUclips & I personally find it disgusting. It’s one thing to share your life as an adult & maybe share your children once in awhile, but to make your focus about your children & all of the ups & downs associated with them (bra shopping, periods, injuries, etc), especially when children cannot give consent, I find appalling. These children are growing up with absolutely zero privacy after their entire lives have been shared on the Internet. Thank you for being so conscientious about this topic! ❤
Christopher reminds me of myself...It took me two years to ask her out...I just knew she was "The One"...we were married six months later, I actually asked her do you want to get married in a couple of weeks and she said "yes" and we had almost 25 years together till she passed away at 56... :(:(:( I would do it all over again in a heart beat...
Enjoy Cecilia and Christopher what you two have together with Grimm...❤❤❤
I love my Sunday routine in the am just because I get to watch these videos while I enjoy my coffee and escape for a bit!
I love you guys and love the Q&A can’t wait for the DRUNK episode around Christmas 🎄.
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Hello Yvette
Cecilia, I'm 62 with no children....no regrets at all. I to love kids but I've never seen them in my life. I realize that just because I'm a woman doesn't mean I must have a child.
What I really want to tell you is, I think you, Christopher and Grimm are absolutely wonderful. You live an amazing life and I feel you both are really good ppl. God Bless you. Honey enjoy your life. Laugh and love deeply. Christopher uou seem more relaxed in front of the camera. You are a beautiful couple. Enjoy your life. I absolutely love your channel. ❤😊
Haven’t watched in awhile but surprised how much Christopher’s English has improved! 👏🏻
Your channel opened up a whole new world for me, now, how long ago was that? From the start I think! I'm forever telling people about your channel and Svalbard which no one I've met had ever heard of before either. Thank you for all the beauty of your videos, for you, Christoffer, Grim, our cozy family in Svalbard.
Oh thank goodness you changed your mind about the puppy! 😙💨
Give Grimm the best old manhood, grieve him when he leaves. Then when you’re ready bring that new puppy energy back into your home. I’m proud of your decision , you guys!
Grim is so cute. I just want to hug him.
when you said Portugal I honestly almost cried. I’m Portuguese and I unfortunately had to leave my country for poor conditions specially financial. Portugal is such an amazing country, it is in fact very very hot in the summer, too hot sometimes reaching almost 40C degrees, the food is just amazing and I miss it so much. The problem is the economy and the sad reason why I can’t go back. Salaries are miserable and it’s not balanced at all with living cost, which is not expensive but again, doesn’t balance out the extremely low salaries, so being comfortable there is almost impossible if you’re not on the financial richer side. Also medical assistance isn’t the best either and to attend private hospitals and have health insurance is most the times impossible if you gain minimum wage or even a bit more. Was my personal case and I believe many more people’s. Great for tourists but so poor and bad for it’s people. ❤
I’m so happy you share your life and beautiful island with the world. And Grim of course. I am fascinated by the Arctic and Antarctic. I know I could never live there but am grateful I can experience it vicariously.
Dear Cecillia, if you don't have very strong feelings about having children, please don't have any. It's really hard even if a person simply craves kids. It's ok not to have kids.
So agree. It’s hard enough having/raising kids even when they are much desired. Most likely you would have felt a strong pull by the time you were 30 to move heaven and earth if you wanted children.
My 23 year old son decided not to have kids 4 years ago. 100% in support of his goals to live free and explore and help others. Similar to you guys! It's a great special life to not have kids!
@@jphanksyour son is very young to make such a definitive decision. I hope he gives himself grace to revisit that decision over time. ❤
You must be proud though of him thinking life through at such a young age!
I have 4 special needs kids and if I hadn't chosen to be a mom, it could've gone wrong. I'm just grateful I get to be their mom, but it's not for everyone
@@jphanksMy daughter is 19 and after her 1st year of college, she told us that she's fairly certain that having kids isn't in her life plans. Of course she's young, so she may change her mind one day. But I support her no matter what she decides. She'll most likely have tons of negative comments about that the older she gets, just knowing how the majority of people in our area live and think. So, I made the choice that she'll never have to worry about hearing any negativity coming from me of all people. Its just nice when I see other mothers who are supportive in the same way. Best wishes to you and your family ❤😊
Same on kids, I’m 43 and never had the desire to have kids, ever. I am truly happy the way things are w my husband and so is he. You can have kids even at 47 if you wanted, but yeah, you need to really want that.
Hi! I'm a new follower and absolutely love how u live! I've been in Florida all my life and the coziness and cold, snow, coffee and the entire ENVIRONMENT is so appealing from the heat and humidity of my life. I'm all about cozy. So glad I found u!!
Dear Cecilia, I had my son at the age of 35, and its been a great experience, but I truly don’t believe everyone has to have kids. Parenthood has rewards but also hardships and heartbreak. I fully support my nieces decision to not have kids. It’s not for everyone - if it was, there would be no child abuse.
Every Sunday me and my two Boston terriers watches you, Christofer and Grim. We enjoyed watching all your videos. Hugs and kisses to Grim from Molly and Lola ❤🐕🦺🐕🦺
I have 2 Boston’s as well. One brindle & one lilac.
Me and my Tuxedo cat, Vesta LOVe watching this during their polar night which coincides with our (NYC) winter.
Christopher makes me laugh every time. He is a man of so few words!
Christoffer needs a podcast! his voice - the best:)