We Got Snowed in | Life in the North of Sweden

[@kebhMI]

Malva and Ivar in the snow....made me smile and enjoy through their joy.

[@AlilLioli]

You are a great Couple, Team. It's wonderful that you found each other in this life. 🌻🌼🌷🍀

[@Nate1975]

What a great childhood Ivar has. So unspoilt and connected to nature ❤

[@GSD1963]

Such a beautiful dog playing with his boy.

[@lonecotto1811]

Your filming of nature is beautiful and you have rare cinematic eye for this beauty.

[@jntd4160]

Yes! I can never express this enough! It touches my soul in such a way....there are no words.❤🙏🤟

[@lpgirl]

I'm 75 and prefer shoveling to noisy machines that break down when you need them most. I shovel to the wood pile, to the car, and make other paths around the cabin. It can be challenging when the snow is heavy and deep, but I pace myself and rest often.

[@acdeldel2201]

You are a tough fellow. I am 60, sick and tired of shoveling snow, maybe it is due to the fact that I live in Canada. If I could hook up a 100 hp motor to an engine I would gladly use use that rather then snow shoveling. :)

[@lpgirl]

@@acdeldel2201 Umm....I'm not to fellow, I'm a woman who has always enjoyed the sounds of nature over the sounds of machinery. I live in Maine, and can't say I'm disappointed at the small amount of snow that's fallen so far this year. I do pay a plow guy to make a straight run up my 300 foot driveway so I can get out, though. Where in Canada do you live?

[@acdeldel2201]

@@lpgirl My deepest apologies, I did not pay attention to whom wrote the comment, just the comment, lesson learned, I understand what you are saying but as a aging Hoser, tired of shoveling, glad to hear that you have a plow guy but unfortunately in my case it is shovel on hand. Sigh! :)

[@jfdrie]

Another great video! No matter what all three of you are doing; snow shoveling, playing in the snow, driving the snowplow, talking to each other, etc. , everything is always so much fun and interesting to watch . ❤❤❤

[@kebhMI]

You folks have made so many gigantic steps over the years. I am glad to see the progress; you should be so proud of your accomplishments,

[@hollyhogan3530]

I cannot believe how big Ivar has gotten. 😊

[@1wolfpup]

Ivar is getting so big! He is such a beautiful boy. It's nice to have the conveniences, but knowing that you know how to manage if you don't have them is important. Y'all are doing fantastic. 💗🌷❄️❄️🌲

[@ben_makingmusic]

It doesn't matter what I use to remove snow - it's always fun. I loved it even when I was a kid. I used to watch my grandfather plow with a tractor for hours. I have no idea why I like it so much - Maybe as I clear the snow it clears my mind.

[@Talasbuan]

There sure is something special about this particular activity

[@HuskyTude]

So good to see you!! Please thank Tova for the great book recommendation “Letting Go”. It is changing my life for the better in big ways!

[@wadeschwartz6281]

If you have five sons shoveling is not too bad ,,but over 60 and one man operation I love my tractor ! In all seasons snow , logging , animal bedding, building projects. Modern context require modern machines . The more primitive you live the less machines is also a way to see the discussion. Each man must make his own choice based on skills and finances,,,awesome filming segments! In the intro . Shalom

[@rickgreen9936]

Perfectly said 👍

[@marcbarnum9038]

Another great video! Just think 5 more years you have a young snow scooper and you can watch him out the window.....lol. Thanks for sharing your life with the world.

[@ScreamingSardine]

Yes, the more books, the better!

[@karendailey3850]

One word peace, how lovely. Enjoy all days you have together. Thank you. God bless.

[@tammykaltreider]

Yay!!!! I was really looking forward to your next episode ✌️🤍

[@frankscarborough1428]

Thanks always enjoy your channel

[@marjorysmall-gf2gq]

It is so fun to see Ivar working alongside his parents, especially as a filmmaker😉

[@veronicabalfourpaul2288]

A balance of shovelling and machines. I prefer less machines but I'm not running a farm. Lovely family ❤

[@FrostFamilyFarmDE]

😍🥰 such wonderful pictures. A wonderful year for you with lots of wonderful moments.

[@ekaterinafilikova4537]

Thank you for your wonderful video showing your beautiful and peaceful life!

[@janwelch9311]

Beautiful way of life❤ beautiful family❤

[@kasiamilarski9494]

Lovely winter Balance Books always welcome 😊

[@irmibullinger1421]

So much snow! Boy and dog are happy!

[@asde-ase]

Poštovana porodico, volim da gledam vaše veoma dobro snimanje.Snimanje događaja živtoa,načina kojim se teše ide ali to je vaš izbor i on je za poštovanje.Ja vam se divim kao mladim ljudima ali to je snaga odluka mladosti .sve to dobro ide,vaš sin raste,pametan i prekrasan .Mnogo vas pozdravljam i Želim dobro zdravlje.DOKUMENTARAC ZA VAŠU PORODICU.

[@jokevanduijvenbode3760]

Thanks, I really enjoy your beautiful video's ❤

[@johnpagejr.7628]

After having shoveled snow by hand for over 60 years I appreciate having a snow blower to clear the snow. I like winter because it is so beautiful. I always enjoy watching your video's.

[@WoodwindSpirit]

Wow, I haven't watched your videos since approx one year, and I am amazed at how big Ivar has become. Wonderful video! ❤️🙏

[@polyglot.basketer947]

It's nice to see how much Ivar and Malva enjoy playing in the snow. An old big tractor is still a very useful tractor and replaces hard manual labor...otherwise you'd be shoveling all the time and never get to the end.

[@lieuwina]

Hello Tove, Mathias & Ivar; Happy New Year and may it be a blessed, happy, healthy one. Loved watching Ivar helping clearing the snow, he has grown so big in this last year. I think the two of you have done well and have made a lot of progress over the years. Have a lovely day.

[@becky2425]

What she said…❤🎉

[@suebritt6831]

I haven't seen snow in years and never the depth of snow you have in northern Sweden. It is wonderful to watch you deal with it on the screen. Your filming is excellent. Thank you for allowing us into your in the fabod.

[@FScott-m1n]

8:57 Nuthatch! One of my very favorite-most birds!

[@MrJulek53]

It will fix this problem by straightening the propellers as much as possible. To do this you would have to dismantle the propeller and it will be best for you to find someone who has a flame torch to heat it up for to be straightened. Good luck, with whatever decision you make.

[@HappyGardener54]

Yes, thoroughly enjoyed your video, thank you.

[@marybethterhaar4200]

.I can't wait to see the library in your new house❤ I love snow, although we have had a very dry winter. Love your video's!

[@paulahileman4799]

Ivar is getting so big!! I remember when he was born!!!! Ty for your videos…I enjoy so much!!

[@cherylcarlson3315]

Am a firm believer in mechanical advantage and making things simple as possible. if something can multi task and do the above it is golden

[@juneturner7964]

When you have large areas that you need to get to for your livelihood, I think it’s practical to have the items to help you to be able to get to your important areas like your livestock. I do not see you all getting things that are not necessary. I have always seen just practical. Thank goodness.

[@mariestein4026]

Thank you for sharing again! ❄️

[@KimberlyB-c8m]

God Bless you and your beautiful family ❤❤. Ivar is getting so big .. he is such a handsome little fella…. 😊

[@didirossi5053]

Wow, the snow is very beautiful but it's a lot of work to remove 😮 Thank you very much for this video 🥰

[@pierrefuga9862]

😊 Bravo 👏Yes. With such a life, there is a lot of physical work. But it is also health. You are always in the fresh air. You have grown many of your own products. You know what you feed your animals and birds. And it is better than in cities.. With their noise. Incomprehensible products in beautiful packaging. With dirty air. You have less stress. You are raising a healthy and cheerful boy. You are not in a hurry anywhere. Even your faces are calmer and more contented than those of city dwellers. Therefore, respect to you. We are happy for you. And we always enjoy watching your videos. It is as if we are immersed in another world. And we live in Paris. There was snow for 1 day. The whole winter was rain or ice and mud. So rejoice. Everything is known in comparison. Thank you. Good luck. May the Lord bless you ...🎉

[@judyschepp8748]

Loved this video guys🎉🎉🎉🎉❤ I live in Wisconsin, USA and, normally we have tons of snow in winter but things are so different now because of climate change. We still get snow ❄️ but not a lot. When I moved here 53 yrs ago, the snow banks were way over my head!!! I was fascinated 😮 because I came here to marry my husband from Texas, where there was NEVER snow, just ice 🧊 . I have mixed feelings now that I'm 73😂😂😂 Take care and keep loving each other❤❤❤❤

[@shelleykent5392]

Love all of your videos! So beautiful!

[@chrisj49300]

Loved the shots of the sheep at the beginning of the video!

[@thegroundedstarseeds]

Great video dear friends! Beautiful snow you've had. Here in Montreal we don't have a lot of snow this year, too bad as I love it so much 💙❄🌨⛄

[@belieftransformation]

Thanks for sharing your journey! It inspires me to be happy with the simple things in life. I think the tractor & snow blower will save you from back strain that you may feel as you age. Cars are certainly needed in our cold climates; I’m in Alberta, Canada, where our winter has been up & down since November. Our sun sets about 4:45 pm now but is increasing sunlight hours each week. Blessings to all 🤗🇨🇦🌲

[@curvedsubjects]

grateful for you

[@karenwalker3233]

I love love love your videos! It’s like I’m flying about a winter fairyland while I’m watching !

[@lindajones16]

Sometimes we need material things to make life a little easier. We only have 4 inches of snow here in Northern Wisconsin we should have a lot more than that as the crops need cover so they won't freeze out. So glad to see Evar out having so much fun 💞

[@Marie-fe7qr]

More and more I think I wasn't born in the right place . I love winter, snow and cold. Lucky you !

[@margaretbrand5120]

This was such a lovely video to watch…. I just LOVE snow and only see it in videos or pictures.. We don’t have snow in South~Africa where we stay..❤

[@marygreer2204]

I agree, you can't have too many books. I really enjoy your videos. You such a great family. ❤

[@shirleygardner5483]

Blessing to you and your family in the New Year!

[@Goodlifelady]

Thank you for the gorgeous snow! Enjoyed it sooo much and miss it here in California. At least you don’t have to worry about fires. Ivar is such a beautiful old soul. Great kid.Sending him love.

[@gillbennett9784]

You can never have too many books, we have a wall of them in our living room plus other bookcases in other rooms. On the subject of machinery v manpower I often think about that in relation to kitchen gadgets. I would hate to be without my fridge, freezer, cooker and washing machine but beyond that I know some of the other equipment I own is an indulgence. However as I get older and my arthritis gets worse it does make my life easier and leaves me more time to enjoy reading and crafts.

[@martinethevenau69]

Routine is important for some as they find it secure to have structure and balance. Shovelling snow is satisfying as you need energy and a positive attitude as it could snow overnight and you start over again. You both have a great attitude for this life. 👍❄☃️

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

Beautiful! Thank you for sharing!

[@WendyPerrins]

It is great to watch someone else work. 😂 I was born and live in a tropical climate so I know nothing about removing snow. I’m 74 years old and as I hate the cold I have never wanted to go and even holiday in the snow. It’s nice to look at though but having to wear all that clothing and still feel the cold I’m glad I have never had to contend with that type of climate. I am sitting in my house in shorts and a tshirt with the fan blowing on me at the moment. I happy with where I live and I’m glad to watch you working and playing in the snow.

[@Magni_MacroOG]

Thank you for sharing 🙏 And the book discussion, I had to laugh so hard 🤣 I feel the same 🤣 The more the better 🤣🤣

[@carolynspaulding6322]

So good to see and hear from you takes me back to my child hood just shovels back then.

[@willa0704]

Thankyou for sharing your life with me, being in Australia and living in a dry hot state of South Australia we don't get snow at all, just lots of sun. From one extreme to another. But I do love watching your video on cold and snow. Love watching your son and dog play, it looked like so much fun. ❤❤❤

[@Cmoongoddess]

The fewer the machines, the less chance of things breaking down, but more physical effort is required...bottom line, when you have a large area to clear, machines are a blessing💜

[@acdeldel2201]

My favorite Swedish team from me in Canada. We humans evolved to make our lives easier. You live a very hardy and wonderful life, your so called footprint on the environment is miniscule. You are still young but aging, soon your bodies will slow down, do what you need to do and do not feel guilty about it. I don't and our so called leaders certainly do not. Most of us are good people. :) Open all the vents and go for broke, take a chance, there is so much information on the Web, a quick couple of hours will answer all your questions, relate to North America.

[@ginettenielsen2356]

Thank you for sharing your snowy adventures. We haven't had any snow yet on Mayne Island , B.C. yet this season. My fingers are crossed that we get some! It's so beautiful with a dusting of snow . Take care.

[@emmaavauntie]

Hello Tove, Mathias & Ivar; Canadian here, so no stranger to 3 or more days of snow. I don't think there is an either/or, black or white issue with how to handle snow. You do whatever works for you, your conditions, your health, the size of your property , etc. . I, like you, love to shovel areas that aren't easily accessible by machine, or just because it won't take long to look after. (There is a real beauty in doing this...meditative, I would say.) The larger swaths of trails, and clearing for sheep, driving, etc., would be another thing. I've shovelled snow all my life, and don't mind it, but I am one human against enormous elements...where possible, use what is necessary. This way, you have time to feed your chickens, sheep, feed yourselves, and let's not forget, to enjoy books, music, each other, and all the other simple pleasures of life. You have nothing to prove, do as much or as little as you feel comfortable with, and most of all, enjoy your life. Love to all of you!

[@JulieCrawford-l8r]

We got a day and half of freezing rain and then about 7 inches of snow on top the next day. It has been harder digging out than when we have had 23 inches in the past. It has definitely been cold also. We haven't got below 0 Fahrenheit yet, though. I love the snow but also look forward to spring ... It is always wonderful to see you tackling the chores and taking care of the animals!❤ Ivar is growing up!❤

[@alexgosher2702]

Hi I love so much to see your simple way of living up there in the North and understand the dilemma about machines. I live in a forest in the South of France and we have some machines to upkeep here but I realize also the noise pollution they make as well as their upkeep…it is a fine balance, but yes they do help incredibly when you have a lot of work to do. I am happy to have discovered your channel recently and wish your family good wishes and blessings, enjoy all of that snow, we hardly get any where I live but we are not far from the mountains. Still, blow a little down here if you can, I love that fairytale white landscape ❤️ Love from the South of France Katrina

[@grazynaw.7924]

Zima jest ładna jak ma się ciepło w domu.....ja Wam nie zazdroszczę ani ilości śniegu i wielkich mrozów, ani warunków w jakich już tak długo mieszkacie. Wiem coś o odśnieżaniu i paleniu kiedyś w piecach, ale teraz już nie musze tego robić. Trudne wybraliście sobie życie, ale jak jesteście zadowoleni , to jest ważne. Pozdrawiam też z zimowej Polski i ze śniegiem.❄❄❄❄

[@Dana-sn4js]

What a beautiful video! Ivar and Malva are so happy in the snow.My kids would love it too. Here in northern Germany there hasn't been much snow this winter.

[@lidiafabris3944]

E’ sempre un grande piacere rivedervi auguroni per tutto ❤️👏❤️

[@ca6177]

It's a tough life navigating the tremendous amount of snow! Take care!

[@1BCamden]

Small shovelled paths, with high sides give you something to balance your self against if you slip. Machine clearing is labour saving after roof clearing or continuous (snow) falls. Love and best wishes, take care, I thought it was a great episode.

[@kunsang36963]

May I suggest that you try fixing your snowblower in the summer!!! Interesting... me in Québec, Canada, I'm expecting after Sunday to have super freezing temperature (-20C day & -27 C night in Montréal "city" so much colder in the countryside) while your temperature will rise... The polar vortex is playing seesaw between America and Europe!!!!🤪 I suggest that both solutions are good... at adequate moments! When you see that there will be several days of heavy snow and then sun for a while, do the minimum with shovel and the big machine at the end... it is worth only if it does not know heavily afterwards... Have to check the weather media closely for that. Little snow, little shovel big snow big machine... You are so far that you need a big one for "emergencies" but you can minimize the use. I admire your courage and determination as a family! 👌🙏💖 ps Tuva, you are perfectly right!!! easier to see than do 🤪😅

[@vanessa00000]

What a Shamm it can be heard in French... Thank's very much for sharing 🎉😊

[@ritatilley9380]

I love winter, love the snow, today our forecast is -45 to 50. Plug the vehicle in n sit back n enjoy winter. Im in Sask, Canada. I thoroughly enjoy your videos.

[@treelimb1520]

We have always used a bucket on the front or a blade on the back of the tractor. They are so useful all year around. I have never seem a blower that works on the pto shaft.

[@NinaFodale-y2e]

Si glad you have the Tractor!😍

[@CharlotteUnser]

Hello dear 'Nordic' friends in Sweden. It was so good to find you again on your video. The issue of what is best for snow removal is a difficult one....the hand shoveling takes so much physical effort and the tractor with the plow has its issues with only throwing the snow to one side making it necessary to find ways to remove the snow without throwing it where you do not want it! As others have mentioned, maybe you can get help with re-adjusting the plow blade so the snow can be blown to both sides. Just today here in the east coast of the U.S. we had only a little snow with more forecast for next week and extremely low temperatures for this area and more snow to come. When my friend complained about the cold and snow, I told them about your life in Northern Sweden and how you manage to find ways to survive the harsh winters and lots of snow! The snow like the difficult times in life is a challenge that we find ways to meet....we cannot always push the difficulties like snow away without much work, but in the end we get through the snow and these challenges and the coming of spring and easier days is forever on our mind and fills us with hope and we go on. Ivor is growing so rapidly. How wonderful to see him playing with your beautiful dog. You and Tova are a team...supporting each other and finding always a way to meet the challenges of Nordic life off the grid. Thank you for another wonderful video!

[@lancedaniels]

Thanks for posting and sharing. I’m always interested in Ivar’s comfort outdoors in snowy cold weather.

[@megantorri1711]

Yes, you can never have too many books!❤

[@debbieroelens4334]

Canada, I agree lots of books and less snow.

[@Eirikgonzo]

Usually I am all for shoveling with my hands and shovel, but this year I did not have time to shovel everything so i lost two greenhouses to wet snow. Wish I had machines for these rare winters with lots of wet snow in a short amount of time.

[@vickiwalker3486]

Your conversation between you two about clearing snow was wonderful. I grew up in San Diego so (sorry but…) your weather is so exotic to me! Mainly, you listen to and respect each other. I hear you expressing your snow clearing solution.

[@clh476]

Your self sufficient lifestyle is impressive❤ videos beautiful!

[@lisachurchill-hendrix3614]

I enjoy your videos.

[@hiddenhollowcottage-xx]

I'm in total agreement about the books! 😉

[@carolienhunfeld6788]

beautiful filming. And furthermore Sisyphus-work.... you put it right , I think, that it is about a balance. btw Ivar gets a very nice hair-colour ! thank you, for making us part of your life.

[@tammykaltreider]

May lambing will be wonderful!

[@helendeacon7637]

Less stuff except for books = happier living! Definitely, agree with that. Enjoy all your videos. Looking forward to coming out of summer here in Australia. Watching your snowy conditions helps me through the heat here.🤣 Thank you 😘

[@carolpiirto5613]

Sending you lots of love and warmth from Florida

[@maryannknox7158]

What a special treat on a Wednesday evening ✨ God Bless Your Family and keep you safe and warm

[@capefear3297]

I enjoy your videos. I appreciate your honesty and genuineness. I had a problem with my Massey Ferguson 245 split clutch, as well as my dad's Massey Ferguson 65. The clutch pedal simply needed adjusting on both tractors, setting them so that the clutch would engage an inch or two from the top of travel. You may have already checked that on your MF65. Regards from the USA.

[@Talasbuan]

Yes, we figured that out after a lot of youtubing, so we tried it, and it seems like there is something more that needs fixing inside of the tractor, we opened an inspection hatch and adjusted some bolts, but that did not help us either, but I could see there was some problems there. I need to split the tractor

[@brigitteshantieaglemeare4350]

If you want to be minimalist and you achieved it, it will make you happy. If you want to have stuff and you got it, you'll be happy. Seems to me that is the law of desire, fulfillment and happiness

[@Maggie-eo3rd]

God’s Blessings ❤️🙏❤️ Stay safe and warm!

[@Woeschhuesli]

LOL yes, books are definitely a natural law!!! 😊

[@eyeamen]

I do feel that if the blades in the snowblower were straight then you'd be able to use both sides. I imagine that whoever had it before you modified it to suit their needs. Probably after hitting some rocks too :-) As someone who has injured their back doing tree care, I think it is essential to think about having those tools to make you life a little easier before you really need them. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE to shovel snow and chop wood, but I wish I would have brought in some tools to help me with those tasks before I couldn't do either of them. I'm so excited to see you all in the new house! Seeing the scaffolding set up and all of the windows/door sealed shows me how much of a different stage you are from last year. I hope that the universe is kind to you this year and allows many days to see your projects become completed.Lots of love to you all. Seeing your videos has always put a smile on my face.

[@Nate1975]

It’s an interesting question about snow shovelling. It’s a good workout outside and satisfying, but hard work. May be it’s not about this or that but adding more hours/people to the task with a shovel? Convenience does come into it, even for you guys 😂 with other tools and machinery. Hard for people to judge when we don’t live it day-to-day. On the other hand why make life harder when it can be easier and quicker, right?

[@moregold]

Tools are a mixed blessing. They are great when designed properly, working well and fully functional; there is always some upkeep or maintenance required. If there are motors and gears involved, complications tend to arise. My personal preference is to utilize the right tool for the specific job at hand.