Are we having KIDS? How long can you live on Svalbard? Answering ALL your Q's!

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About Cecilia:
Cecilia Blomdahl is originally from Sweden and moved to Svalbard 7 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!

[@kitm141]

I don’t think I’m out of place to say that appearing in videos isn’t Christoffer’s favourite thing in the entire world :) I really appreciate him pushing through and talking to us though, because his perspective is so fascinating. We would literally never meet in real life and that’s my favourite thing about the internet, learning about people’s lives that are completely different to mine. Thank you, Christoffer!

[@hydrostream76]

He's a calm guy, Loves his nature , he's a Chef, Right on Christopher! let's see some hunting ! and fishing

[@MrsM1878.]

I agree but it makes me appreciate the video even more. He's a cool guy 😎 You can tell he is a gentle giant with a shy nature. They're a cute couple!

[@juliemccormick6432]

I think its more difficult for him as English is his second language so he struggles sometimes for the exact words and I think he does a great job!

[@kitm141]

@@juliemccormick6432 he does an amazing job. English is a horrible language to learn but I've never been confused when he speaks. He probably speaks more "correct" English than I do and I'm a native speaker!

[@hollylanevintagetreasures]

Yes, completely agree with you!:)

[@stormskies3861]

Christoffer is a breath of fresh air, zero ego, seems like a genuine down to earth, salt of the earth kind of guy. A man of few words but I’ll bet he’s deep as the ocean. They are so lucky to have each other, they’re a gorgeous couple. Cecilia is so bright and sparky, what a lovely humble personality and a beauty to boot. They compliment each other so well ❤

[@lev2727]

> "A man of few words but I’ll bet he’s deep as the ocean. " Deep as the ocean? 🤣 More, like empty as a bottle.😉

[@stormskies3861]

@@lev2727 how do you know? My god aren’t you a treat! Really rude

[@patm3814]

Storm Skies. Well said - I agree 100%

[@stankythecat6735]

He is just about as hot as a guy can get. Calm and strong. Not like “modern men” who constantly are begging for attention and crying

[@urosweingerl4388]

Since the beginning of her channel, I always wanted more of this quite, metal like dude who, when he does speak, I feelt like there is going to be a revelation of some sort. He is freakin awesome and I always laugh, when I see him. There isnt literally anyone I know, that is so nsync and zen, then Cristoffer🤣

[@jj-if6it]

I love that Christopher is reserved and normal and down to earth, not showy for the camera like other people can be. He must be very genuine and only speaks when he has something to say.

[@mircat28]

But it makes him almost boring with nothing to say or contribute. Tuning in to watch someone sit is not interesting.

[@jj-if6it]

@@mircat28 then we don't have to watch it... he's interesting to watch in other videos. We can't all be flashy all the time

[@jeanmank742]

I love them both and that other couple in far northern Sweden. I have "memories" of being awake at 1 a.m., running through a field in the sunshine. I am fascinated with the polar nights and lights, too.

[@phoenix-xu9xj]

Well he is not American that might explain it

[@lljl5310]

​@@phoenix-xu9xjdon't generalize! (Americans).

[@user-ih6fd7py8n]

Thank you for pointing out that children are not what makes a family ❤

[@countrygirl197906]

Thank you! My husband and I are a family. We have pets, while I know my dogo is not a child we think of ourselves as a very large family. (We have horses cats and a dog) We are not meant to have kids because of our own reasons and take precautions to never have them.

[@Heretican]

Cringe

[@thevcountdown9824]

@@Heretican what's cringe????

[@countrygirl197906]

@@Heretican There is nothing cringe about MY lifestyle. It doesn’t effect your life and I just don’t understand why anyone would care. You do you boo and and I’ll live my best life the way I choose. As you do with your life.

[@sarahsoliman6127]

Christopher has such a peaceful soul. His aura is so calm and I can imagine it’s so soothing to be around him. Girl, you got a good one.

[@gwynnmccallan8856]

I don't think being a parent is for everyone, and there should be no shame in that. You guys are a family and you're happy. Nothing wrong with that. Thank you for sharing more about your lives and the unique life there. Your videos are always fun and interesting.

[@helenwalker716]

My daughter and her husband are the same age as you are. They don’t want children. Ok

[@thevcountdown9824]

@IsabellaShapiro LMAO, i know sooo many people who didnt have an emotional fulfillment and regretted it

[@Rye_Toast]

I'm 51 and "forgot" to have a kid, haven't regretted it yet. I've also been issued my official "Middle Aged Woman's Invisibility Cloak" and I am free to move about life without male harassment and it's WONDERFUL!!! lol

[@heather9130]

I honestly can't even imagine what that last bit is like, but I think I'm almost there at 37. It sounds wonderful to go places and not feel like you'll have to deal with harassment. I'm not even beautiful, and I still had a man at a bar ask me if I'm interested in becoming his sub (S&M) recently. I was starting to worry that I'll never age out of the harassment bracket, but you give me hope. He was respectful, it'll just be nice not to be asked stuff like that anymore.

[@sparkle.-buggg3610]

I have 2 kids 18/14 and as much as I love them kids are mot everything you can have a fulfilled live without I am a single mum and have no life but that's just me

[@fangletterman-ng2ro]

No, its NOT "just you." That's why we are having this conversation. It seems that the parent must lay down their life to properly and effectively raise their children. It is about self sacrifice.

[@lynnecartwright3976]

My life too...never regretted the decision...and the ability to be spontaneous never gets old!!

[@NeedToKnow1947]

Yes ❤

[@danasutton-echols2171]

I use to think married couples who didn't want children were selfish until I became a mother. My respect for people who make that choice has grown tremendously. No one should take on the life of another unless that is exactly what they want to do. It's takes a serious level of maturity and self-awareness to not cave into societal pressure and remain true to your own course in life. I love my children, wouldn't change a thing. But I understand and respect the choices of others.

[@ZovaBe]

I don’t understand why you ever thought you could have an opinion on other people’s decision to have children? I’m a new mother but before I became one I never felt the need to be judgmental towards couples who did not want to have children. How truly odd and completely out of line.

[@logicandlaughs]

@@ZovaBe Wow... hypocrite much. Love that you are so wise and all-knowing from a young age, but some of us were brainwashed by society/family and told that we had to have children to have meaning and worth. Try having some understanding for what people might be raised into and appreciation for those who can change their minds once they learn a better path. You've got a lot to learn about the world outside of your own screen of experience, humility being one.

[@64___]

@@logicandlaughs she’s right though? Being so judgmental of other peoples choice about kids IS odd and out of line. Those who apparently aren’t “brainwashed” as you say have a hard time comprehending people who view those as “parents” and “others”, with the others deserving to be judged. A rational person can’t imagine having such a skewed worldview.

[@jaelynn7575]

@@ZovaBe Well, it is just that, an opinion of hers. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion.

[@SP-LW.55.11.5]

Thank you. The obvious and subtle inference is very present and you are right, it does take a lot of self awareness and maturity. Thankfully I'm the youngest of 5 who are all much older than me and had kids while I was still a child. So I've seen this all, all the good, the bad, and the ugly.

[@cheersbaby94]

Christoffer getting so comfortable talking on camera is the sweetest thing ever. I love watching you two grow as a couple

[@GamerKidEdits]

I dig his shirt, what brand if I may ask?

[@ummno3703]

he doesn't look that comfortable tbh

[@rastusbojangles]

Christopher seems so soft spoken and wise. Yall make a great couple.

[@BubsyMupsy]

A child is responsibility! It's not just hugging and playing with a cute lil baby! It's raising a responsible and good hearted person! You are shaping the future and character of a person! And it ain't so easy! So it's very personal decision to make whether you want a child or not. Loved the video! 🍀🌞❤

[@SP-LW.55.11.5]

Right you are!

[@snuff2023]

Exactly, when you have kids and raise them yourself, which you should, especially as a stay at home parent, your life is literally the kids. Then the bf/husband and house, pets if you have any. No time for yourself. I have a teenager and 2 toddlers and good grief it would be nice to go to bed when I am tired instead of needing to wait for them to sleep first. Also would like to use the toilet without seeing anyone or hearing anyone

[@rdb4996]

You are so right. And I think many people do not think this through when deciding to have children.

[@thatsroughbuddy-]

Probably the most life changing decision of your life and yet so many people push you towards one choice making it seem like it's a fun easy ride. The thing is, children don't come with a trial month. Once you have them, you have to push through. So better think about this thoroughly beforehand and don't do it if you aren't a 100% sure.

[@HelloIAmJo]

10:00 I CAN'T be the only one that EXPLODED with surprise finding out Christoffer is 45! A 13 year age gap had never occurred to me. Looking good, Christoffer!

[@minime7375]

I had no clue Cristoffer was 45😳 I would’ve guessed 35-38, that place is magical and it preserves the yourh lol. I am not a huge fan of winter but I really like watching their cabin at night, all cozy and lit and those northern lights. And Grimm ofc.

[@Americanmapping44]

same I had to retake.. did she say 45? huh no way! lol

[@AngelLuluBlu]

It’s because he’s Scandinavian! 😂 I’m Norwegian & Swedish and I’m 53 and look like I’m 35. My mom and dad are 79 and look 65. I’m convinced it’s our Scandinavian dna. 🤷🏼‍♀️😋

[@pinkysworn]

I’m in Canada and my Filipina coworker/friend says that she looks so young because she lives in a freezer for like half the year. 😂

[@minime7375]

@@AngelLuluBlu I’m sticking to my magical cryogenesis theory☺️ But you are 8ndeed very pretty and young looking.

[@formgeben]

Well, 45 isn't that old 😀 I'm in my late 30s and don't look like that at all. It's all about genes and your lifestyle

[@dnd1007]

"You NEED a child because you would be SUCH a good mother." The child-free among us have heard that a million times and it's rude every time! This was fun to watch, thanks, Cecilia and Christoffer!

[@gs98999]

As a man who has 3 kids, start in late 20s, I would suggest that if you're 45 yo guy, at this point, don't. It's too much work 🤣

[@nancyneyedly4587]

Also, the state of the world right now. Depending on where you live, things are varying degrees of challenging, incredible unrest, division, job insecurity, joblessness, etc. Knowing this is my kids present and future is a horrible feeling. Kids today already have such an existential dread because of the world they have grown up in, I feel for them. They future will either be more bleak, or they will turn a complete 180 and really shake things up and change things. Kids today are way more tuned in and intelligent than previous generations so I have some hope for them.

[@dnd1007]

@@californiapoppy RIght? And what a terrible reason to have kids!

[@ubiquitousdiabolus]

You shouldn't have to explain why you don't want kids. Why do other people want kids is a better question.

[@dnd1007]

@@ubiquitousdiabolus 100%

[@lilkirsche]

As German I can confirm what you said about Ireland. The loveliest and kindest people I've ever met, the most amazing and stunning landscapes/nature, the best B&Bs in the world, great food... I ADORE Ireland. ❤️🇮🇪

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

I agreee!! 🧡🧡

[@alisoncaller533]

Yep, I lived in Ireland for a while. Absolutely loved the people, the scenery and the culture as well. Hi from Australia!!!

[@SJ101x]

It is lovely to hear people have good experiences when visiting Ireland. We are not without our problems (e.g. housing shortages/homelessness, etc.) but it makes me aware I take our culture for granted a lot ☺️

[@formgeben]

True. The nicest, most helpful and caring people

[@mandyabram5307]

Am from Ireland lived here my whole life .. what a lovely comment thank you ❤🤗

[@sumitkar8146]

I don’t think that it would be hyperbolic of me to say that no KZbin content creator has done more in bringing light to a part of the world than Cecilia. I think hundreds of thousands of us had no idea where Longyearbyen or Svalbard was prior to us fumbling on to one of her videos. She has done more for tourism through these incredible videos than the Department of Tourism ever will and they should recognize her for her contribution. Her effervescence is perfectly offset by Christopher’s reserved but so endearing and genuine self. Grim and Fenris are perfect compliments to this beautiful family. The content is educational, engaging and world class. The cinematography, video editing and the ability to tell a story unparalleled in this genre of KZbin content. We are blessed to have this channel which spotlights the purity of a land unimaginable to most of us and above all highlights the beauty of the human spirit. We love you Cecilia, Christopher, Grim, Fenris, Longyearbyen and Svalbard - from Dallas, TX, USA

[@carichicago9942]

I agree 💯. This is my favorite KZbin channel.

[@CaAnPeSe4ever]

Choosing or not choosing to have children is a very private matter and personal decision that is really no one else's business outside the couple involved. It is also the couple's decision alone to make despite outside influences and expectations. It is your life, no one else's, and your shoes to walk in on your life journey. If you feel having children is not right for you, then it is commendable that you know who you are and what you want. All my love and very best wishes from Canada. ❤️🇨🇦

[@SP-LW.55.11.5]

Thank you

[@lofnouk]

Important takeaway here is that, to make the most of any environment, you need to like it. You guys clearly LOVE it.

[@crucitacalvin7523]

wow i’m such a fan of christoffer, he is so level headed and down to earth

[@blahblah4129]

Indeed.

[@kris2222ify]

I really like Christopher’s calm demeanor. Thanks for sharing your life with us!

[@hannahandersen1010]

I feel the same way about kids! I'm 31 and I keep thinking I'll wake up one day and have a clear answer on if we should add kids to our family, and that hasn't happened yet. I have three dogs and a cat at home and they are so much work. It's nice to hear that there are others out there who feel the same way, especially since there can be so much pressure to have kids.

[@Hunter4042012]

People don't normally wake up and want kids until its too late, that is the issue.

[@atruenut]

I just had one and honestly it is a crushing weight and responsibility - especially with the world we live in and the destruction of the environment happening everywhere. I would suggest if you are unsure, err on the side of no.

[@lauraelisee]

@DeusVult88 this is so incredibly racist and disgusting

[@SP-LW.55.11.5]

Yes agreed @hannahandersen

[@SP-LW.55.11.5]

@@atruenut preach!!

[@stephanieb1719]

I am a neonatal critical care nurse. I have loved babies and kids all my life. My husband and I went through 7 years of infertility treatments and 4 miscarriages. I almost bled out every time. So we chose to continue trying to have our own child. I am open to adoption, but my husband was not. It was INCREDIBLY painful working with babies , especially ones who were born to drug addicts. A baby withdrawing from drugs is one of the saddest things in this world. I would often get asked if I had kids. If I said no, we can’t have children, parents would say either, “Aww, but you are so good with babies,” or, “Well, have you thought about adoption?” Neither comment was helpful or appropriate! People don’t realize how expensive fertility treatments are. Plus, we bought a house and I had student loan debt. Please think before you ask such a personal question. And if you do, and the other person says no, then drop the subject right then and there! 😪

[@lauraketteridge324]

So sorry to hear of your pain, and the stupidity/thoughlessness of others adding to that pain. I think some people assume everyone's private life can be a subject for discussion, and they fail to realise how an 'innocent question' can be hurtful.

[@saramations]

Fertility treatment is expensive becuse that industry knows they can get away with highway robbery-- that's the worst part. 😓😓

[@urtyp6596]

go #carnivorediet! You will be pregnant in weeks! Cheers

[@lauraketteridge324]

@@urtyp6596 This is exactly the sort of crap people do not need to hear! It is deeply insensitive. You know absolutely nothing about these people who have said they have been unable to have children, but yet you presume to tell them how to get pregnant. You should be ashamed of yourself!

[@urtyp6596]

@@lauraketteridge324 Well since thats your OPINION I will go on and tell them my opinon! Cheers

[@mcricks1980]

When you were answering the question about having kids, you said you’re trying to figure out if it would “add to your life.” It adds to your life in a way you can’t imagine until you have your own child. I had many nieces/nephews and worked as a teachers assistant. I also worked with abused and neglected kids, but until I had my very own kids… I didn’t fully understand parenting. As a mother, who didn’t know if I even wanted kids… because it seems like so much work and sacrifice, I ended up pregnant with twins. I think when having kids you have to understand you’re giving yourself entirely to another human being. You have to be there for them… sick, tired…. Etc… Everything revolves around a child. It has to. It changes everything about your life. My children have been my greatest blessing. I could not imagine a life without them. I feel having kids has changed my life in a wonderful and beautiful way. Yes, having kids is stressful and work, but if I went back to myself to before I had kids, I wouldn’t have put it off for so long. I didn’t know my life was missing so much meaning until after I had children. I only had the two, and had to have a hysterectomy and wish I could have had more kids… 😢 This is just my opinion and experience. I think people need to be ready, but parenting is something no one is ever 100% prepared for and once you hold your own little baby, at least for me…. It was magical. Parenting isn’t for everyone and that is ok.

[@brendataylor8388]

Christopher is such a chill dude. I think I would be really afraid if I saw him angry😂

[@StaceeMassey]

I love how Christopher seems to just be along for the ride. He is so reserved and a man of few words. That's actually refreshing. *Sorry, Christoffer! Not used to that spelling.

[@MsStina84]

Easy to be confused, as Cecilia usually pronouces it in English.

[@Lyburtus]

He's Awesome & reminds me, very much of my best friend. I wish I could channel some of that calmness...

[@bunnyserenaf]

I wish there were more introverts like him :)

[@jonas.zehnder]

I love how Christoffer has gotten more comfortable to be on camera. Lovely seeing you both happy and healthy. Thank you for letting us get to know you guys better and about your life on Svalbard. Excited to see more of you together :)

[@2258fran]

Christoffer is a man of few words and I love it!! He’s so funny. You two are perfect together.

[@jaelynn7575]

Or maybe he's quiet because she talks a lot. :)

[@susanengel-ix8bl]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@rachelo3548]

We have 4 children. I knew I wanted/ was ready for the last three! The first one... I was surprised/ nervous! I appreciate your outlook for yourself when it comes to adding a child to your family. We have some friends who have chosen to have no children, some have chose to have 1 or many. It is such an individual, personal choice.

[@msdsamo]

Man, Christoffer is so deep and wise. He takes his time to think before answering. So refreshing to see as my hubby is the complete opposite of Christoffer. He just blurts out things before thinking first 😂😂😂

[@jurgita_4832]

That is so "unsexy" for a man to blurt out things before thinking first.

[@zlazofia]

The response on kids - thank you for saying this loud! As a person who does not want kids at any point of my life, for a long time i was getting bombarded with the questions about them which made me angry/uncomfortable. TBH - it should not be a question asked ever by anyone - it's not other ppl business if someone wants them or not. Why can't people mind their own lives instead of trying to guilt trip someone into a decision they're not ok with?

[@TropicLuv]

Talking about how quickly Yorktown could burn, I’m so glad you have a great sensitive system to detect fire. After seeing what just happened in Lahaina, it would break your heart to see that happened to your town. Stay safe and keep enjoying your life. It’s so unique. ❤

[@mikesebphoto]

Like many others here have commented, it's fun to hear more from Christoffer. He's an unusual man for these times - a guy who talks when he has something to say, who doesn't just run his mouth to hear his own voice. I take him as being self-contained, self-assured, and omni-competent. I've enjoyed getting to know your channel after my son's girlfriend sent us your link. I'm thinking about moving to Alaska if I can convince my wife, and I think my son and his GF will be there eventually. thanks for the great content, and all the best to you both.

[@Lindsay_Abbott]

My husband and I met at 30, married at 35, and opened a gym shortly after. We were really happy with our lives and fur babies, but were open to the idea. This summer we decided to try for a child and I am now pregnant and about to be 40! Everyone is on their own timeline and everyone’s story is unique! Whatever you and Christopher decide is what’s right and best for your lives. ♥️

[@OG_Bearcat]

Congratulations!!

[@Lindsay_Abbott]

@@OG_Bearcat Awww, thank you so much!! We just found out that we are having a little girl! 🥰

[@padraigtakahashi7498]

That's awesome! Congrats.

[@jampuppy]

Congrats! I had my last child at 37 - VBAC in a birth center with no medical supplies. It was awesome. Best of luck!!

[@bobdillon7832]

Good luck with that. You'll be in a wheelchair or a walker when your kid graduates high school. That is, if it doesn't have any birth defects since you are selfish and waited that long to have a kid.

[@mackea4651]

thank you for breaking it down!!We'll have regrets for things we did not participate in...Investment should always be on any creative man's heart for success in life.

[@philip1258]

I agree with you and I believe that the secret to financial stability is having the right investment ideas to enable you earn more money, I don't know who agrees with me but either way, I recommend either real estate or crypto and stocks

[@leither-truth4414]

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[@martinmomu9141]

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[@vaztrevorknox4203]

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[@lea5898]

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[@moorenicola6264]

Just seeing this. Halloween originated from an Irish pagan festival called Samhain and was brought over to the US by Irish immigrants. The reason why it's called Halloween is because it's a shortened version of All Hallows Eve, a Christian festival which the Catholic church adopted when they brought Christianity to Ireland. It's the same with Christmas. When Christians were trying to convert pagans they invented festivals such as All Hallows Eve, Christmas etc to coincide with the time the pagan festivals were and to try to make the transition easier. With Samhain, it was the one night in the lunar calendar where souls could return to Earth. Saying that, both good and bad souls could come back. In order to confuse the evil spirits people dressed up as ghouls to disguise themselves. It was the same with trick or treating. People went around their community to collect goods to give to the souls on that night and lit a bonfire where they would place the gifts. Everything has a meaning and significance. The church took all of these practices and the meanings and invented All Hallows Eve but it truly originated from Samhain.

[@AmericanEnglishBrent]

Oh, I love the Q & As with Christoffer. Thanks, Cecilia!

[@lauraelisee]

My husband and I are pretty sure we are not going to have kids. For us, we want to travel and own lots of pets and just pursue other goals. There is nothing wrong with having kids or not having them and it’s a completely individual decision ❤

[@lolabott]

That’s us!! 20 years in with 3 dogs and a cat! It’s a great life❤️

[@thetraveldrug3096]

Same for me and my husband.

[@signemarkuson1940]

It is a hard world now to raise children I think.

[@withlovefrommichigan]

My husband and I watched this together and cracked up at Christoffer - you could tell some of the questions he was like 🙄 … we loved it. His response to buying things in the house “not my area” … we died laughing. Thank you Christoffer for indulging us! 😂❤

[@lcr5910]

I love how you let Christoffer talk and explain himself and share his thoughts ☺️ as weird as that sounds, I watch a lot of these from other couples and if there’s a quiet guy, usually the girl can get impatient and want to chime in or interrupt them. Not necessarily trying to be rude, it just happens. But you are patient. It’s refreshing to see that mutual respect! ❤️

[@jurgita_4832]

In my opinion, Cecilia is quite pushy and leaves no room for Christopher.

[@2012edunne]

Thanks for your complements on Ireland, nearly everyone loves us. Greetings from Dublin,

[@MsStina84]

I'm so jealous, all my family except he have been there.

[@cathylewis8194]

I have traveled the world and our 2 weeks in Ireland/Scotland was one of our best!

[@Tip_Top]

@@FrankieSIM76 lol you're so welcome 😁

[@Lilly-hh9es]

everything is good in IRE but the drugs.... 😢

[@Tip_Top]

@@Lilly-hh9es are the drugs better elsewhere?

[@MrCaronhalt]

I loved Christopher's answer about Total darkness over total light. That was a great answer, exactly the way I feel about it too. you two are an amazing couple.

[@kaykepop4084]

One thing that annoys me is people asking couples if or when are they going to have a baby. I have friends who have tried for a child for many years and have lost 2 babies. This is a very sensitive subject for them and private. To watch people who do not know their private struggle ask when they are going to have a baby, it hurts. I see the pain in their eyes, but they laugh off the question gracefully. Out of respect, I really feel people should not ask couples this question. Instead, wait until they feel comfortable to share. And is they never share, then you should never ask. And if a couple has already together agreed not to have children, I feel out of respect they should not feel pressured to think they should have a child.

[@_TG]

I'm from Ireland and my Girlfriend is Norwegian - really appreciate what you said about my country, yours is absolutely beautiful too, I love it so much. Also, I swear I heard our accent having an influence on you - there are times in your videos where I'm like "Cecilia sounded VERY Irish there" LOL, now it makes sense!

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Haha 😍😍 I used to have a suuuper thick irish accent!! It comes out sometimes if I've been listening to an irish podcast or if I'm speaking to someone from Ireland 🤣😊

[@Alexandra_Hill]

I thought the same thing a few times.

[@MOSSFEEN]

@@CeciliaBlomdahl Im from Cork best county in the country 😂

[@deebeec]

Just started watching your channel after seeing a few shorts. I was thinking the exact same thing re a bit of an Irish accent. 😀 Loving your videos. Beautiful place. I'm from Waterford, Ireland 🇮🇪

[@Geraldinslo]

It was nice to have Christoffer talk and smile just because we don't usually get that. Your view from the living room is so amazing. All the best to you both

[@TK-vv6to]

I think your attitude is a responsible way to look at being parents. It’s not for everyone and sadly too many have kids who have no business having them. They have them because of traditions or pressure. Your right, it is hard and you must be totally dedicated to it.

[@susenmorris9702]

Don't stress about kids, in these days and times, do you really want to put them through a life of not knowing? But it's your decision and not anyone elses

[@JuiceMyRandomness]

I am 32 and my partner is 45 just like you both and we are in the process of deciding what type of life we want… children or not!

[@Indiebeau11]

As an Irish person I'm so happy to hear you loved living here 😊

[@tonymurphy9112]

You guys are a phycologists dream, perfectly stable and happy with where you are, and who you are. Follow your heart❤

[@sigitaventyte4684]

I agree with your view on parenthood. I suffered from infertility for 5 years and everytime ppl say ,,why you don't have kids " or ,,why you don't like kids" just crushed me. I wanted but I couldn't have,but now with help of doctors I have 1 year old boy 💙💙

[@Kenzie_McIntyre]

He strikes me as a man who doesn't waste words ...he says what he wants but he is not a babbler

[@theresalally1620]

You are absolutely correct! Ppl should not be judged bc they don’t have children! I’m a mother and grandmother I wouldn’t change my decision for anything! However, there is nothing wrong not having children,and should not be guilted into it!luv u guys❤️

[@fayepotts3279]

Thank you and Christopher for opening up your lives to us. It’s helps us to get to know you better and love you all the more. Love Christopher’s gentle spirit and your bubbly personality.

[@CGermanB]

Cecilia, I don't have kids and have not regretted it for one second.

[@GrumpyMeow-Meow]

I completely agree that people should not push others have children. It’s a personal decision, and a private matter. If we were all meant to be parents, there wouldn’t be child abuse.

[@smoothlyrough512]

Being a guy, I HIGHLY love Christopher and his 2 to 4 word answers. It's just how guys roll.

[@renieestrada9193]

I love Christopher’s demeanor 😊. So mellow 😊.

[@sandrarawn2147]

🇨🇦 Also want to thank Christopher for putting yourself through this QA. I know it's probably not your thing! 👍

[@perlah8407]

I agree with the child part. I‘m 37 and i still haven‘t figure it out with my husband if we want😂 but I think it's a no. Been deciding for so long that is better to regret not having than having one and regret it after.

[@GingerKral]

I remember back in the beginning when Christopher didn't even like being on camera let alone speak. 🤣 He's come a long way and you're both doing such an amazing job with your channel. Happy Halloween!! 🎃🎃

[@jasonpayneuk]

Always love these videos, thank you both Cecelia and Christoffer (and well done to Christoffer for pushing through and being in the videos so much now!)

[@amym2944]

I spent 3 weeks in Svalbard Jan/feb 2019. I think my heart and soul are still there. Thank you for these videos. I have got to come back one day soon

[@adihesu]

You two give me such beautiful and peaceful vibes ❤ I know we only see a very minute part of your relationship but from what I can see, it looks like a very well balanced relationship. Christoffer talking always makes me happy for some reason, he’s so calm and chill. Thank you for all your videos Cecilia, they’re so beautifully well crafted. Congratulations!

[@pamcomer5728]

It is amazing to see the change since you first started sharing these vlogs, Chris is so much more relaxed in front of the camera now, the growth of you both, the cabin, Grim and Fenris, much change, but at the core, the same lovely, friendly souls you have always been xx

[@1121annika]

Cecilia seems like an extrovert and Christopher’s more introverted. I know so many couples like this with one of each. Seems like a good balance. 👍🏻 I’ve always been fascinated with Svalbard and tried moving there in 2010 but I couldn’t figure it all out.. I think I would really miss having trees around me if I lived there.

[@mamasuki]

I love how you speak of your attitude about the seasons there. Not leaving when it’s “difficult.” ❤ I adore our snowy winters in upstate NY but so many people complain about and dislike them. I embrace all seasons, with the darker cold winter being a time of hibernating, reading and other lower paced inside activities. I love that lower-pressure time. I try to fully embrace all four seasons. I think doing this also makes me enjoy the others. It’s not dissimilar to how we humans can long for what we don’t have in life. It seems to apply to the weather and seasons too! ❄️🌸🌳🍁

[@nata3467]

I love how both of you are so content with your lives and with your decisions. Svalbard is not for everyone but it is obvious it is perfect for you both

[@Smartgran]

Having kids is a very personal decision and absolutely not compulsory. It’s a huge change to your life. I had my last baby at 38 and he was the easiest. He never cried! A wonderful young man now. Your choice and you will manage it if you do x❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@LC05]

You guys remind me of my parents; my mom is super social while my dad is a man of very few words. 🥰

[@leighness1988]

I’m an insurance agent and watching your response to the question about firefighters and fire losses has my mind spinning. How does filing an insurance claim up there work? Even a small claim like for a personal vehicle in an accident? Do you do everything via pictures online to companies? Is there an agency on the island? Do they fly out adjusters from the mainland 😅😅😅 omg I need to leave work at work 😂 love you guys by the way! I look forward to all your videos!

[@heathereton5582]

You guys are so mellow. The dog costume was hilarious. 😂👻

[@LokiMiki1]

Christoffer us so calm and chill while you are so upbeat. I appreciate the balance between you two, your videos are always my favorite. Looking forward to all the baking videos 🤗

[@blancacordero3998]

Love, love, love Christoffer! He’s such a good sport. Such a cool cat even though you can tell he’d rather be doing anything else than be in a video. Looking forward to the baking videos. Last years was so raw and fun! Love watching you guys!

[@choochoochooseyou]

Cecilia is such a lovely personality x

[@TheVikingBunny]

I'm in a similar situation re: kids and age and age gap with my partner. I have found there are a LOT of people asking themselves 'i don't have that driving urge, how do I now decide!?!'. There was a great article by Cheryl Strayed about this, because she went through the same thing a while back. Whatever you decide will be the right decision, but the journey to that decision is very personal 💜

[@lolabott]

My hubby and I are 16 yrs apart with no children and are happy 20 years into our marriage. It’s such a personal choice that no one has the right to make but you two ❤️ blessing to you both❤️

[@heatherleith9766]

I just found you guys. Love, love ,love your life. And your cabin is outstanding 👏

[@AnneBeamish]

I am Canadian and I get it. Polar night is a time made for knitting:)

[@kellieannefont9656]

Awww so nice to hear about you loving my country 🇮🇪 my Swedish friend lived here for university

[@LorraineinPNW]

I appreciate your honest answers! I've been watching your videos almost from the beginning and appreciate your talent :-)

[@lucrezia6811]

Love how chill and happy you are as individuals and as a couple! I am the same kids wise, I never wanted kids and if possible I'd like to not have them but my partner is veeeery children oriented. And yes, it is so rude when people try making you feel selfish for not wanting a child. So I started asking why did they ever have one 😂

[@AngelLuluBlu]

They didn’t say they never want kids.

[@ubiquitousdiabolus]

I think many men have kids because if they want a long term relationship with a woman, that is usually a requirement.

[@candi0826]

I hope for your sake that if you don’t want kids you let your partner find someone who does. I think kids are a deal breaker and if someone doesn’t want kids they shouldn’t stay with someone who does. Cause if you decide to have a baby you won’t want it you will be doing it for them.

[@justg1226]

My husband and I live in Rural Saskatchewan and during the winter season we would put the kids on the skidoo all bundled up and they would fall asleep. If you choose to have children, then the happiest children are the ones that are included in everything.

[@lifewithlarsandsusie8315]

I agree! We take our kids everywhere. They always fall asleep on snowmobile/ side by sides

[@catherine3904]

I think you will know when or if you want a child. The question to ask yourself is can I make the commitment to raising a child in a loving home? It is hard work and the child’s interests should be put first. My personal opinion.

[@Peaceout1977]

P.s I'm super excited for your Christmas 🎄 videos 🎅🏻🤶🏻 Last year your videos really got me in the Christmas spirit.I can't wait see what you have planned for this year.❄☃️❄☃️

[@amyeastin5263]

Me too. It was fun.

[@frederickmcdonald6636]

You guys are so delightful together and I love your integrity! And just a quick FYI - I live in northern Canada and the coldest I've ever experiences, without taking in the wind chill factor, is -65 C. I look forward to more videos. Thank you for sharing - take care and be safe out there....

[@albussnape2]

Wow, that’s cold 🥶! What brand of parka and boots keep you warm? from Upstate New York

[@lolabott]

I lived in Wisconsin for my first 20 years on Lake Michigan. We hit - 38f with the windchill-60. I bolted to Nashville that year❤️

[@frederickmcdonald6636]

@@albussnape2 Hello, I don't know that brand of parka or boots I wore but I remember it had goose down and for the boots I borrowed a size 13 Sorels (I wear size 11) and I put my winter liners in them so I wouldn't freeze and I also wore my work lined winter coveralls with extra wool long johns. To say the least I had a hard time moving but we had an emergency and three to react, so we did....

[@jovicrazed]

I totally understand your perspective on kids. Cats do not have to go outside. They can live perfectly happy lives indoors. We had the Polar Vortex last year and had a long spell of -45C weather. It was crazy and my heating bills were nuts. We don't have snow yet this year.

[@dianawardrip5171]

Love Grim’s costume!!!❤

[@Annie-qp5iu]

So happy to hear your comments about Ireland 😊, from Ireland.

[@sinacarroll]

Would you interview your neighbor about the geology of Svalbard? I would love to see that!

[@Cyrax89721]

Yeah, the mention of the tour guide neighbor and geology neighbor is making me want to hear their perspectives.

[@janetsutherland7649]

It’s interesting that you said arctic air was your favourite smell. I love the smell of sheets when they have been hanging on the clothesline on a summer’s day here in Australia. Clean sheets are such a small but delicious pleasure.

[@KittySkeed]

I can't believe Christoffher is 45 years old!! He looks 35! Wow!

[@lizzinessbibi7202]

No sun damage😅

[@ricknicholson5894]

I'm pretty sure I told you this story before but in Canada up in the Yukon I worked with some Inuit teens. I asked one of them if they didn't like the permanent darkness he experienced in the high north (much higher than Whitehorse, Yukon) or if it bugged him somehow. He said "yes" sometimes it bothered him. I assumed it was the permanent darkness that bothered him, finding it depressing. But I asked him anyway - why? He said in the permanent darkness it was harder to see the polar bear until they were closer.

[@kplrule4589]

I had a Swedish boss in here in Mass named Camilla. She is the nicest person & was most amazing boss ever. Your beautiful voice reminds me of her. I would love to bump into you someday. You both make KZbin a better place

[@Chronicmom68]

That was great! I'm so envious! As a child we lived in Alaska and while I don't recall it ever being dark 24/7, I do recall going to school in the dark and coming home in the dark, so very limited daylight. And the one thing that lives in me 46 years after leaving is the feel of walking on the tundra and the smell of the air. There is no smell like it and I want to expirence it again one day. I imagine all those things are greatly heightened on Svalbard. I think it would be magical to spend polar nights there!! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@christinecooper4735]

Hello from Connecticut. Depending on when you edited this video, you might miss the best of our autumn trees but I hope you will get to experience them. Boston is a nice city but will be a big change from Svalbard - try to get into the country a bit. I go hiking with the Appalachian Mountain Club and there are a lot of nice trails. Enjoy your visit to New England!

[@obeawoman]

I only found you 3 days ago and I'm blitzing through each video like an addict. Your both so positive and inspirational. I went out on my bike today just because you'd said how much better your body feels when you work out. As a lethargic fat girl, that's a big deal for me! Thanks Cecilia, keep them coming please x

[@christinafidance340]

As a fellow big girl who recently found exercise, I just wanna say that it really does make SUCH a difference! I just started walking/hiking last October and so far, I’ve lost about 40lbs and I honestly feel better than I’ve felt in at least 20 years!!! It truly is amazing. At first, I found walking uphill absolutely exhausting, but it gets better the more you do it. I feel SOOOOOO amazing now. It has helped my anxiety and insomnia and depression 10 fold. Keep getting out and riding your bike and May I suggest hiking too? Not only do you get nice exercise, but getting out into nature also soothes the soul. 😊

[@ellelong1526]

Christoffer’s voice is sooooo calming!!!!

[@sm190]

Love your videos and love learning about Svalbard. I’m married to a soft spoken sweet Christopher too and I love hearing from your Christoffer and his points of view. Looking forward to more videos!

[@czechliffey5711]

the best thing about Ireland are the people😍 I'm married an Irish guy 16 years ago and he is the best!Looking forward to your future trip to Ireland

[@carriedoddsorourke4906]

As a almost 60 year old …. I just love this couple. LOL

[@dwilson7857]

I'm 39 and husband is 40 and we decided to be childfree 10 years ago and never looked back!

[@lolabott]

We decided he same on our 3rd date 20 years ago!!! We started with a cat, then two added a dog. Both cats passed and added another dog but unbeknownst to us she was preggers so we at one time also had 4 puppies. We kept one and then found a stray kitten abandoned and dying in our bushes so now we have peanut(17) pickle(91/2) pork chop ( 7, the puppy) and CountJackula the cat and we are unbelievably happy with our choices!!! Good for you being true to yourself❤️❤️❤️