a quiet winter week in my life in seoul, korea vlog 📹 bookstores, rainy cafe dates, in my apartment

i cut quite a bit out of my little rant but i hope that made sense! i really love all the b-roll in this vlog but i feel like when i actually talked to the camera i was a little all over the place and distracted mainly because, well, i was. updates soon but thank you always for being here and i'll see you in 2024! hope the end of the year treats you well and sending love always!
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a quiet winter week in my life in seoul, korea vlog 📹 bookstores, rainy cafe dates, in my apartment

[@rynrose83]

I personally love a moody little vlog. It’s nice to be reminded that I’m not the only one who gets that way sometimes and that you can be moody and still leave the house (which I need to get better at doing lol). But just taking some time and being gentle with yourself, no one can fault you for that

[@cittykat1123]

Your music selections are always perfection! Thank you for another enjoyable escape 🥰 I hope you and your loved ones have a happy, healthy holiday season ❤

[@caricakes]

Happy holidays to you too 💗

[@Dreamer30190]

The intro song is so good!!! What’s it called

[@BonnieGarner]

​@@Dreamer30190 The song is called 'You only live once', it's a cover. It was originally from The Strokes 😉

[@kreyes102]

@@Dreamer30190I want to know who sings the cover too! It’s so good.

[@anavazquez9244]

Opino lo mismo desde mis 58🥰

[@zimin_h]

I am a Korean who lives in Seoul. I don't go out much due to my anxiety and panic attacks. I really enjoy your daily vlog and book reviews. Merry Christmas 🤶 and thank you.

[@lolaevergreen9077]

I hope it's easier for you in the future, that you feel more free to do the things you want to do. Anxiety is really hard to deal with, but it CAN get better :) I believe in you!! from one "Evergreen" to another

[@jaylinn416]

Your videos are very relaxing and contemplative. I like it. You have a very unique style - that makes Seoul special. I hope more people enjoy your content.

[@caricakes]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@mattkean1128]

I hope they start making mid budget movies again. TY for all the vlogs throughout the year Cari ❤

[@caricakes]

🤞🤞🤞 and thank you always!!

[@user-iy4nd8ge2r]

Cari i love seeing you write in journals,books and you reading,doing errands and showing us cafees and bookstores,it makes me truly happy !!! Sending warm hugs to you and Kurt and merry christmas wishes all the way from Sweden

[@caricakes]

🥹 thank you and happy holidays to you too!

[@elainecampbell8083]

I prefer a channel where someone has a normal house or apartment because those luxurious apartments are unreachable, and a little depressing. I love your channel, don't change a thing! 🥰

[@ermwrites]

I am always so in awe of the way you capture the world around you on film. Your videos are just so relaxing and beautiful to watch!

[@caricakes]

Thank you so much!!

[@MaryE171]

Watching this video late, 11 days after it was posted, and it's exactly what I need the night before a flight. Thanks for the this lovely, atmospheric vlog.

[@tessavio]

Loved the video as always! Also, wanted to thank you for helping me fall in love with reading again. I first watched your acotar breakdown and now currently reading frost and starlight! Hope you have time to relax during the holidays and a friendly reminder that you’re enough and you’re doing a great job. Have a happy holiday and new year!

[@caricakes]

😭🙏 hope you have a happy holiday and end of the year!!

[@justinesworld5719]

Happy end of the year! Thank you for the beautiful vlogs you put out this year!

[@Shai_log]

Not me binging your Europe vlogs to get this notification!! 🥰💌 I wanna say that the comment about influencers investing in their channel by basically ‘upgrading’ their life is a helpful conversation to have. From someone who vicariously lives through vlogs, it is sometimes easy to forget that full time content creators basically make money off of their channel - I know sometimes I get pressured or left out if I’m not going to cafes or making those lifestyle upgrades frequently but again, this is literally a source of income! I don’t think they should be hated for it - but I guess people tend to lose sight of the fact that it’s literally how they grow so thank you for sharing your two cents hehe

[@caricakes]

Absolutely!! And happy holidays!

[@stgadens]

your videos always makes me feel calmer, thank u girl ✨🦋🩷

[@chloesarch1ve]

thank you so much for all your vids throughout this year! they always inspire me to get out and do a little more

[@cupoframeyon]

cari’s vlogs just genuinely heals my soul!

[@sukhs20]

Happy new year Cari! And a happy birthday in advance! 💞 Hope you enjoy the holiday period and thank you for the year!

[@gonchichi4268]

love you cari! hope you have a happy Christmas and new year! you're just amazing! :)

[@anya_sko]

somehow this was one of your best vlogs, it was peaceful yet dynamic and perfect amount of random talking as you called it yourself :D

[@gianna1822]

hi cari , thank you for droping this cozy video it's amazing as always and btw LOVE the music your using in your videos , you have such good taste

[@gendefekt4412]

Just wanted to say that your videos always bring me so much joy and relaxation no matter if you take us on a trip or you have a normal week at home eating tacos ❤ thank you! xx

[@hi_itsll]

I adored the first 4 minutes of this!!!

[@badgersandporgsohmy]

Love your joy of getting some tostitos. Music selection always fits the moods. Glad you get to new york this week. I saw your instagram and was like oh man I missed cari!

[@rixanoz]

Merry Christmas Cari, have a happy new year when it comes, and HAPPY EARLY BIRTHDAY 🎂

[@franni391]

I am so grateful for your vlogs.🥺Thank you for your authenticity!🧡

[@KYX1994]

Sending you lots of love, Cari! We adore your content, both here and on the book channel❤❤❤

[@caricakes]

💗💗💗

[@angebots]

I loved this vlog and all the rainy, moody vibes! I really do not like the end of the year so can completely relate..there’s just something about this time of year that feels awkward and depressing but maybe that’s just me?! Thanks so much for all your beautiful videos this year and wishing you the happiest of new years! 😊

[@BrendaMichelleReads]

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year carri ❤ I know winter and especially the end of the year can be so stressful even more so when we are away from loved ones. I hope you feel better and may 2024 be full of happiness and success ☺️💕🙏

[@indrianikurniawan7048]

Have a jolly holiday season from Japan Cari, looking forward to your weekly videos next year too! ps. random chats are the bestttt

[@linibara1672]

Dear cari, I just stumbled upon your videos yesterday and feel so at home in your digital bubble! Your videos are so cozy and comforting and still motivate me to leave the house and enjoy my city and what it has to offer as well. You seem like such a kind, open, welcoming person and I love that energy as well as your vlogs

[@sourcandy0325]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Cari! Thank you for all the videos in 2023. I can’t wait to see what will come next year 🥺 I totally get that end-of-the-year vibes as I’ve been felling off for the past week or so. Some big things are coming for me and I’m excited and a little bit nervous at the same time… At least I woke up to snow this morning ❄️🤍

[@alicegreene7059]

love the cinematography in this video cari. These videos that you make, they have real value, and i just want you to know that even when you feel like your'e not showing us enough, i (personally) live for the little moments, the birds on the balcony, a woman walking in the rain. those shots are my favourite parts of your videos ❤. keep creating

[@manicmuffin]

Happy New Year and Happy Birthday, Cari! Enjoy your break! 🎉

[@januaryg5369]

Thank you for 2023 vlogs. You've been my every weekend routine throughout the year... Lets go 2024! 😊

[@user-ly8gn4tg7l]

There's something special about writing on paper. It seems very romantic and poetic. Happy Holidays!

[@DianeC1975]

Merry Christmas Cari! It's been lovely watching your vlogs. 🎄❄️😘💕

[@caricakes]

Thank you so much always 😭😭😭 Merry Christmas!!!

[@catiamartins4370]

Merry Christmas and a happy 2024! Thank you so much for sharing with us your journey and making me able to travel to my beloved SK without leaving my house. Remain true to yourself in your pursues and be sure that your content does make the difference helping bringing some warmth to my heart. ❤

[@bloomnami]

thank you so much for this new video, i consider it a christmas gift ❤️❤️ you and your eyes for beauty are so precious to me, thank you for always capture amazing shots of life from another part of the world

[@Anny_Rosemaria]

Your Videos are so healing for me! I feel like I’m repairing my short attention span fr. Idk bc the videos are slow-paced but in the best way possible ❤ can’t wait to be back in Korea and visit all you recommendations!

[@DM-mh1dj]

Finally having a relaxed night doing my Cari Catch up, aka vlogs I have yet to watch, love them all so much❤

[@azahrashn]

I feel like i’ve been waiting ur video forever and when it’s pop up i just like yay finally! Haha😂. Btw talking about books, i felt like i haven’t been reading for a long time, like really read a book, and somehow this one book that u talked about (as long as the lemon trees grow) was the one book that keep going on in my head and so i decided to read (finished reading it) and since then i’ve been really enjoy reading again. Thank you so much cari now i have so much book on my list from ur recommendation that i can’t wait to read ✌️😁

[@LG-rw6zf]

Kindness is definitely needed these days! Another great vlog!

[@caricakes]

💯 and thank you 🥹

[@sarap6862]

Thank you for all your hard work this year. I love your channel and have enjoyed watching it every chance I get.

[@caricakes]

Thank you 🥹

[@FridaZhou]

Oh I saw this video on the last day of 2023. What a lovely coincidence❤ I can feel your mood but i still hope you’ll be happier in 2024. Your video always make me feel calm and comfortable which i want to say thank for you🥰🥰 And Happy New Year Cari🎉🎉

[@user-kc4he3ip7x]

Cari, hi! thank you for the lovely video. I don't know why but something about this particular video felt so special and I got really comforted by it. The pace was just perfect and now I feel recharged and well-rested :) bgm is superb as always. Merry Christmas to you, your family and your subscribers!

[@SodawhanChannel]

Thank you for this year. You've work hard. Merry christ and Happy New Year. Really can't believe that another year passed by.

[@Hnieh]

Happy New Year in advance, Cari, and also a very Happy Birthday in advance to you!

[@henryparka3718]

Some KZbinrs don't recognise that their shtick of talking to the viewers as if they're penpals, triggers parasocial relationships for some who are offended when they're reminded that they are just customers. Having customers means it's about business growth, it's about getting bigger advertisers and making bigger content. Suddenly this illusion that it's just a long-distance friend telling me about her week reveals itself for what it really is. And those viewers turn a little sour. They don't want to be seen as a variable in a business equation. It's not your fault but also not surprising.

[@beautyeditorandmua]

Yes, exactly, in case of a bookshop you know it’s a business from the beginning but in case of a youtuber the borders are blurry.

[@henryparka3718]

@@beautyeditorandmua That's a very good point. Although most people who start a channel dream of growing big enough to turn it into a business, at the beginning it really isn't yet. There are no sponsor segments, no plug to buy merchendise, your comments are guaranteed to get a reply from the KZbinr. It does feel more personal because often times it is. That changes at least on the surface level the more successful they become. The comment section which used to have 20 comments now has over 200 and yours don't get a reply anymore. The content gets bigger and might not be as relateable as before. Now there are ad reads and an attempt to sell me something. All of it is of course absolutely fine because making a living with KZbin instead of having a 9 to 5 office job sounds great. And most people get that this was the endgoal all along. But some viewers don't. Keeping with the metaphor: They thought they were sitting on the couch in a friends home but witness how the space slowly turns into a bookstore and your friend starts trying to sell you something. It's unfair but I guess that's how it feels to them.

[@francelacalderon5167]

The thing is that if the content is not what you are looking anymore because you prefer something more “relatable” then just stop watching…it’s that simple…it has happened to me before with some content creators but you don’t see me leaving hate comments or anything of that kind… people like to think that they are our friends but then you don’t say those kind of things to your irl friends

[@caricakes]

@@francelacalderon5167 yes! this is what i was trying to get at - the comments i saw on some of my friends and fellow vloggers videos were wild and you wouldnt do that to a business just trying to grow and DEFINITELY not to someone you consider a friend so what do these people think youtubers are to them? parasocial relationships are so interesting!

[@henryparka3718]

@@caricakes The point is if these people thought the connection was personal, consequentially they will feel betrayed when they're starting to understand it's really not. Of course it was never personal, not really. I mean I'm sure you care about your viewers in terms of you want to give them a good experience and you're sharing certain personal things from your life. But obviously you wouldn't have the intention to meet a random subscriber for lunch and become friends in real life. But that's exactly the crux: They delude themselves that there might be a chance it could actually happen one day. When they realise it's a delusion, followed by the feeling of betrayal, all that's left is probably anger fuled by shame. These hate comments honestly are just a convenient diversion from their own deep sense of embarassement. How do you prevent that from happening? How does a KZbinr communicate boundaries without appearing impersonable? In these days of social media fame and celebrity, that's the million dollar question. Considering that Hollywood actors and Popstars get those comments all the time, I'm afraid KZbinrs probably won't find an easy solution either.

[@judithrussell9162]

Feelings are allowed at any time of year, my dear. Re your little 'rant' about comments on videos, I admit that I sometimes get disappointed or annoyed when an influencer I follow suddenly becomes an affluencer, but that's because I watch a lot of sustainability proponents. When half their videos are about clothes hauls or homeware hauls it irks me but I never comment, I just slip away. I could just be jealous I suppose 😥 Have a wonderful new year!

[@pendragon2012]

Yay! It's been just one thing after another this year but it's been nice being able to count on a video from you each week to put a smile on my face and help me forget the troubles for a little while. Merry Christmas, Cari!

[@caricakes]

Merry Christmas 🤍✨🎄🧑‍🎄

[@prriya912]

Thank you Cari 💗 your vlogs are healing. thank you for your hard work and for taking us to all the beautiful places this year. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. wishing you abundance of joy always! 💗

[@caricakes]

Merry Christmas and happy new year to you toooo!

[@ruebennomura9143]

Did good on quiet winter and merry Christmas to you

[@randomfig3221]

Somehow I missed this vlog last year and it's plaayed today when I am absolutely in the middle of my The Strokes hyperfixation lol. The opening song - chefs kiss.

[@marccolomayt82094]

enjoying this cool, quiet and relaxing Seoul vlog! Advance Happy Holidays there, Cari! ❤

[@caricakes]

Thank you always! Happy holidays!

[@lilamarcenaro8971]

i’ve been binging your vlogs since coming over here from your book channel!!!! currently reading snowed in because of you and loving it 🤍

[@caricakes]

Omg yessss enjoy!!!!

[@WINGS-OF-FREEDOM]

즐거운 성탄절 되세요🎄

[@beccabooked]

This vlog was so cozy and beautiful 💖

[@badhollywoodscience]

Happy New Year. Your vlogs always have such a wholesome feel and message. Don't worry about the haters, they come when anyone gets any relative success. Hope you're not freezing this week as I saw the weather changed drastically.

[@caricakes]

Luckily i got out of seoul the day that cold weather started so i am in relatively warm weather hahha happy new year!

[@therestlessanxiouschild]

I luv the intro (as always) and luv the new editing style ❤

[@caricakes]

Thank you!! Was trying something new haha

[@nataguilera4104]

Happy new year 💖💖

[@kimbo12]

That (The) Strokes cover is so beautiful ❤ Merry Chrysler yall!

[@janknaepen4360]

Lost sight of your channel for a little but immediately wanted to watch more & more after watching this..the music, your choice of images & your overall vibe are just great ✌🏻.. and damn I miss Seoul 💯

[@caricakes]

Thanks so much!!

[@unclebamboo]

I've been loving your vlogs as they are inspiring me to read and just find peace in quiet times! i started raven boys and just got the 2nd book!

[@caricakes]

Omg hold on to your heart 😭😭😭

[@Lyn-ny9gu]

Starting my new job recently...new environment and learning new stuffs are overwhelming... Cari's vlog is a little escape for me during lunchbreak

[@murielmoloney1043]

Love your red socks.luv your videos especially cafe ones.keep up the good work

[@marcelalopezlira7105]

Merry Christmas Cari! Thank you for taking us to the cutest cafés and sharing your life and books. I hope 2024 is an amazing year for you! 🎄☃️🎅🤶❤

[@caricakes]

Hope 2024 is amazing for us all!! Thank you 🤍

[@QueenXKnit]

Merry Christmas Cari ❤❤❤❤

[@brooke-d]

We had a 36c day here in Sydney this week followed by a 14c day where I had to put the heater on. Crazy! Thanks for your hard work keeping us entertained this year Cari, I really appreciate it more than you know. I hope you & Kurt have a wonderful Christmas and take a break for yourselves xx🎄

[@caricakes]

Truly the oddest winter/summer!! And thank YOU!!

[@glitterstar74972]

You were talking about people having growing resentment towards youtubers/influencers - i theorize this is because people are attracted to vloggers because they represent the common man, versus celebrity culture which is unattainable for most, watching someone who lives a life similar to yours feels that your life and experiences are validated. watching someone go to a cafe and grocery shop is so entertaining because it’s something we all do. we can “romanticize” boring aspects of our lives because influencers do it. I think viewers begin to get disconnected from influencers when they stop representing the common man, their expectation of the creator begins to get invalidated. This is just theorization, it’s a topic im very interested in academically. I would love to hear any more insight you have on this. ❤️

[@Milovatsi]

Happy Christmas Cari ❤🎄🎁

[@abrilvonbunny6205]

I know this is old... I cant stay caught up but I always seem to find the perfect videos for my mood picking randomly from your posted. The music is so important and you are amazinh at picking

[@garance8782]

Love your video, as always ! Have a nice end of the year even if this time feels definitly awkward...

[@cj-gunn]

Kia ora and G'day Cari... Thank you for a delightful 2023...Nothing beats New Zealand accented English (if you meet a kiwi, get them to say six... for some reason people go into giggling fits when I say six 😉) Happy holidays to you and Kurt... See you in the new year

[@jkelly1701]

Great vlog have a great Christmas and New Year. Take care

[@lina_byoui]

back to my cari chill entertainment weekends 🎄✨

[@caricakes]

😌😌😌

[@nazuzel1784]

Merry Christmas Cari ❤

[@girlfig]

happy holidays cari!🫶🏼

[@caricakes]

Happy holidays!!

[@betessawildenboer3250]

Started watching your videos for Seoul... Kept watching for you! 😊

[@fionahowellwrites5302]

I love when you explore the city! Cool bookstore. You really make me want to visit Korea. :D

[@dylanthekoreanteacher]

Everything looks so good! Thanks for this vlog :)

[@caricakes]

Thanks for watching 🤍

[@barbkaiser3877]

Your sweater is actually very cute! Happy New Year from West Dundee, IL, USA!❤🎉

[@k_wan_s1393]

Always makes me so happy🥰 a bit early but Merry Christmas!

[@caricakes]

Merry Christmas ✨🎄🤍

[@BritReadsBritAuthors]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you, Cari

[@caricakes]

Happy holidays!!

[@enirapiedt]

this is so funny but everytime this song you're using comes on I feel like goin "will you count me in? I've been awake for awhile now..." 🤣 anyways merry christmas cari you've been one of the reasons my days are a little more better and happy birthday in advance🎂🥰 much love from the philippines😘😘💖

[@odalis6177]

Happy Holidays 🎄✨

[@teatime3204]

Happy Holidays!! That coffee shop (McCoy?) looked so cozy.

[@queenofgoats]

The first two video compilations are so good, so artistic.

[@nikkio88]

The impulsive journal buying is so relatable 🥲

[@Sophie_Woit]

For me it's the opposite, it's not that I care for Christmas Holidays but this is some of the times I get days of from work, so that's part I enjoy & I kinda like that instead of snow we got rain

[@ilhamkoubaa77]

Thank you Cari for meeting you on KZbin this year. I just love your vlogs there so real, you are showing us the reality and I appreciate that a lot. Wish you all the best in 2024 🎉❤ and where is Kurt? 😂 (no don't answer that) Happy New year everybody 🎉❤

[@DaisyPyo]

i thouroughly enjoyed this and saved the "all write shop" on my naver maps. THANK YOU SWEET CARI

[@caricakes]

🫶🫶🫶

[@t.t.324]

I appreciate your vlogs so much as it gets me through each week this whole year (has been many years but yes ❤). And although this might be a bit early but since you said we wont get to see your vlog until January, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! P.S. funny how I saw New York on your Instagram stories then you mentioned you miss New York in this vlog too. I don't know why but I went to New York during Christmas and it felt magical even though it was in 70 degree 😅. Take care!

[@caricakes]

New york really is magic 🥹🥹🥹

[@nnachooooo]

Litttle gwanghwamuns so cute ☺️

[@juliawh5995]

Hello! I’ve only recently found your channel and I love it. Please don’t feel bad for being ‘moody’ as I appreciate the realism to be honest. Merry Christmas x

[@hannahloftus8385]

way late, but i get what you’re saying about a good old fashioned romcom in film, HOWEVER i have definitely seen an uptick in romcom movie trailers that FEEL LIKE BOOKS!! and as i have fallen deeper into the romcom genre in books, i’m super excited to see what’s next in film and/or tv!

[@anansue]

I loved the mood of this video, Cari, I feel very inspired by your content, how do you deliver every week? Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

[@anansue]

*to give you some context, I tried my first solo trip/ travel vlog, and it rained the whole time I was there. I felt so demoralised, and I kept trying to think how I could give it a positive spin in the edit, but then I saw your video, and it felt so cosy and honest... I might borrow that feeling from you :) (I took your skillshare class ;) ) I definitely struggle with the KZbin timing. My time during the day is limited, and editing takes SO LONG. A week has passed, and I'm still in the editing phase. Anyway, I'm not here to complain. I understand there's a learning curve :)

[@gailalbers1430]

That was a really amazing video visually for me. Especially the very beginning ( surreal !) and the colors and the vibe is just beautiful . The music was very nice ( I have the petpeeve about music while someone is talking nd recently people have done that kind of audio mix up , which makes it difficult to understand what’s beeing said.but this did not happen in this lovely video )

[@midnightmoonlight8612]

Cari I know Christmas is over, but if you liked Set It Up you should watch Something From Tiffany's. It has the same actress and feels like a proper 90s cozy christmassy romcom

[@chrisstar6259]

Merry Christmas 🎄 ⛄️🎶. Happy Holidays.

[@Bonecuddles_]

You always have the softest looking long sleeve shirts on ❤

[@Phs.JD.y]

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