Ah your storytelling with narration and old footage is so so good! So genuine and grounded.

@ElinaOsborne

3 жыл бұрын

AH thanks Hannah :')

@UzumakiAnggriawan

3 жыл бұрын

I see in the future you Will be silent hiker, just like what Hannah and Kraig doing. Love it

@hopoutside

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. So good...

@NarrativeEscapes

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I mastered a number of things to my personal satisfaction on my obscure KZread journey but this sort of narrative from collected footage or a framed narrative was something I never got to. Still bugs me 🤔😁

"While the world is in disarray and I look on from afar, like everyone else, I've been at home looking back, trying to look forward." This is so strong and relatable.

This was a really, really, great video. You've got a great storytelling ability.

I'm so hungover and have zero energy to do anything therefore I've spent the past few hours refreshing my KZread home page desperately hoping to land on a great piece of content that would hopefully make me feel better and dare I say maybe even make me feel inspired! Ladies, gents and everyone in between, I have finally done just that ✨

Had a little cry, I miss home so much. I'll be back eventually Aotearoa 🇳🇿🇳🇿

Just learned a new word. Aotearoa. What the native Maori called their island, New Zealand. Great video. Come back and visit us. California.

@arohap6041

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah that’s what us Māori and also some Kiwis call our home country. Which in English translates into ‘Land of the long white cloud’. Our people are very spiritual, like most other natives around the world.

How dare you make me cry, this was absolutely beautiful I can't tell you how much you've inspired me.

You are one of the best visual story tellers on the world! Love everything you make 🥰🥰

@thomascrew8268

3 жыл бұрын

This is not just a compliment...it is the truth. She is not only mechanically good at her craft, she also pulls from her human experiences and uses the entire world as her story board. It's a gift not just to her, but to all who are fortunate enough to experience her creativity.

Why am I in tears at the end? God, you're good. Glad you popped back up!!

When it comes down to it, leaving home and experiencing all these new things just allows us a new perspective into what we took for granted - sometimes it's just what you need to break apart and stay away, sometimes it helps you appreciate what you had even more, enough to come back with a fresh mind.

I am so glad I found your channel. Your cinematography, narration and editing are just phenomenonal. Never seen anything quite as special as your stories. Thanks for sharing

Great home movie. I am impressed by how much footage you've saved over the years just to be able to share it. Awesome. Also I love sincerity and not-acted sound of your voice in the nararation.

I'm an import to Colorado, moved here three years ago. And it still feels like a dream and a blessing to wake up in this amazing place and call it home. You perfectly described the excitement, beauty, and joy of this glorious state. Thank you for continuing to story-tell!

As with every single one of your videos, amazing amazing amazing!!! You invoke such emotion and raw feeling. Thank you for your this and please keep them coming. Hope you're keeping safe 😁

Every time I watch one your of KZread videos I am just so inspired. Elina you really have a talent for what you do. I hope you never stop!

That is absolutely beautiful Elina. ❤️

Always been a fan of yours and always will be. Keep telling stories.❤️

Brilliant,Elina. I loved it!!!

I'm having a little cry with my morning coffee. This was beautiful. Happy 27 years indeed, Elina!

You’re so ridiculously talented. Was so stoaked to see this posted! Beautiful. 💕

Once again, I am blown away by your talent for storytelling. Your videos are truly incredible - watching them makes me feel so inspired and hopeful. Thank you for making them, Elina

You have such a fantastic ability to give your stories a soul. I can't wait to see what you produce next.

so well put together, moved me to tears actually! love it & love your channel!!

You are the best visual storyteller on KZread. Amazing video.

Spectacular film. Lesson I learned, never take normality for granted.

Your storytelling is magical Elina. Thank you, for again, sharing your world with us. It makes my heart long for more and feel very full at the same time.

Your videos are thoughtful, introspective, and a pleasure to watch. Thank you for sharing, and taking us on your adventures.

You tell stories with a big ❤. Stay well.

Another well made film- editing, filming, and choice of music all excellent.

Amazing, powerful message Elina. Thank you for sharing x

Such a nice home video! Happy birthday, Elina 😉

Love this! New Zealand is like a second 'home' to me and I feel sad I can't travel there right now. Thanks for reminding me how beautiful it is over there and keeping the faith that this pandemic will pass and we will be able to travel again

You are a true artist - loved it in every way!

Incredible film Elina, loved binge watching your trail series so was happy to have your beautiful way of editing and storytelling back in my life! X

Elina. Greetings from the UK. I just watched your film. Wow. That is a tour de force. Bloody fantastic. It made me tingle. The single best film I’ve watched on YT this year. Thanks so much for you. David x

Beautiful film! ❤️

You are such a beautiful storyteller! Please never stop.

Just a little thank you, your videos always makes me feel sad and happy at the same time. kiss from France!

Beautiful, just beautiful.. had to watch it twice.. your voice is so calming.. 🌹

This was so moving. Thank you for sharing your art. You have a gift.♥️

You are an artist! Thank you for this beautiful homage to home.

Ah another tearjerker! ❤️ Your films always leave me smiling and crying at the same time. Such a good feeling. And what a fantastic message - don’t take what we have for granted

Your filmmaking and story telling are so on point! Always love to see another piece of your work pop up. This is what you were born to do. ❤️

I really really like all your videos ! Thank you so much for sharing all this with us ☺️. In France we have beautiful lands waiting for you to be hiked too!

What a wonderful video - thanks for sharing all the memories with us! Love from Germany! xx

So dreamy!

This video was absolutely beautiful! amazing story with stunning visuals ❤️🤙

Worth the wait. Real quality stuff, Elina, both your narration and editing. I clicked on as soon as I saw it. Can't wait for more chronicles.

This is a phenomenal video! So satisfying in every way to see parts of the world I'm loving and missing, thank you for sharing your travels!!!

Your content is a step above most other outdoor/backpacking content imho. Love the style you bring. Very inspiring! Thanks for sharing 🤙

You're videos always bring out the emotion in me. Effortless and genuine storytelling. Making me want to travel ! :)

Really great job putting this video together. Absolutely great stuff!

This was phenomenal! Thank you so much! I can only imagine the amount of time this takes to put together.

Only those who wander know the true meaning of home. It's not always a place, it's not always the people, it's not always the same, but the feeling you get when you are there, or when you know you are finally going home, is unlike any other. I hope you get a chance to wander far and wide again (and I hope I do too ;-) ) so that you can once again experience the feeling of going home. One of my favourite songs is by Dire Straits, called Going Home. It was played on the aircraft as we boarded - 2 days after my release from hospital - the memory of it can still make me cry. I arrived in the middle of winter wearing just a t-shirt. I didn't feel the cold or the wind or the rain. All I felt was the joy of finally being home. I'm glad you're back here, safe and sound, and telling your stories. I look forward to some more of your adventures ;-)

Again a briljant video. You deserve a million followers !!

A sense of nostalgia and an ache in my heart for things that I long for.. thanks for posting this video. beautiful.

Ah so good! Such beautiful words too x

The storytelling, filming, and editing of this is absolutely astounding! I can't believe this is free KZread content. This is exactly what I needed right now being isolated in a single room working on a paper for school. I have been living through internet hikers for the past 5 days being quarantined in my college dorm due to contact tracing efforts. Thanks for reminding me of the light at the end of the tunnel :) I'll keep fighting through my work.

Once again ,, an amazing production of a journey around the lands and touching the hearts of all you meet ,, Thank You Elina ,, the emotions are stirred so wildly.... .. .. . Stay Safe and God Bless .....

I was actually excited when I saw your face this morning....I knew this was going to be cool....what can I say Elina...you didnt disappoint....another great vid...thx for sharing...I love everything about you films...love your voice / narration....looking forward to the next adventure...stay safe & happy !!!

This was absolutely beautiful 🧡 hitting all the feels. Made me reminisce all the beautiful memories I’ve made and people I’ve met travelling

Felt like a treat to see a new video from both you and mari today! Thank you 💜😊

Gold. You live the kinda life we can only dream of. Thank you for sharing it.

Came to watch a beautifully made and inspiring film. Exactly what I got. Such an incredible film and Love Story. Thanks Elina.

Such a beautiful video. Everything. Great job!

Another amazing film Elina. You have a great way of editing your old footage so it feels intentional and like were there. please keep it up. cant wait to see what you come up with next

Love this so much! Keep up the good work. So so proud of youuuuuu :)

So touching, your storytelling talent is unbelievable. I felt it in my heart, thank you.

simply beautiful!

Beautiful work. I call New Zealand home but often live elsewhere, and this story really resonated. Thank you.

Beautiful! Happy 27 years 🙂

Wow, your an amazing story teller thru this medium. I loved every single second of your beautiful journey. Amazing!!!

This is perfect.

While I was watching, I was thinking,”you are one hell of a great story teller.” Thanks for sharing.

Beautiful storytelling and cinematography.

I saw that you posted a new video, saw the thumbnail and gave it a like without knowing what I was about to watch. I knew it wouldn't disappoint me, and it didn't disappoint SO MUCH! Thank you very much for sharing your story!

This is so heartwarming. I've traveled and lived abroad (in Australia for 3 years) and am now settled in Seattle. I find this so relatable as I've grown to love places, but I've always been hesitant to actually put the label of 'home' on any place. Great video

Beautiful. I had missed your videos. The scenery in NZ looks amazing!

In my eyes you are the best storyteller out there on KZread. It just soaks you in completely and totally mesmerizes you. I wish you all the best and keep up the good work! :)

Beautiful and touching. Loved it!

Great story Elina, super enjoyable watch. Keep it up! You've got an awesome personality

Great to see you back again. Love your music choices too, need to check out your full playlist. Stay safe and healthy. Thanks for the taking us along on your journey(s)

Fifty years ago in NYC I the best man at the wedding of Jim & Vi Turnbull from Wellington. There were working and traveling their way around the world. This wanderlust is a glorious Kiwi affliction. NZ is the most glorious place in the world. Make your home base there and travel too. Your openness is why you meet such great people everywhere and keep talking about it and what you are feeling and how you are growing. Many happy returns...... Michel Pariseau Haddam Neck CT

Best. Storytelling. Ever!!!! For real, please keep doing what you‘re doing, you‘re awesome!!! 🤘🏻

Incredible lil film. Love your story telling, the way you weave together your voice and the visual and love watching your exploring the world journey

This film is incredible and truly shows Aotearoa for its beauty. Thank you for sharing it!

Outstanding! Really great storytelling and editing.

I always enjoy your productions and your perspectives. Well done! I visited New Zealand two years ago and fell in love with your country while poking around in a campervan. You have something really special there. I'm also glad you liked your time in my own home town of Denver! Keep going on your adventures and telling your stories. You have a real talent.

Great stuff. You've experienced so many places, people, countries, life styles... More than most of the people in the world could think of. And that makes you a stronger and open minded person. Very well done! And there's so much more to come, the pandemic is only another little chapter in the big book of life! Happy trailaversary (just watched Mari's last vlog 😜)

Your video made me shed a few tears, I loved it, thank you.

Not FIN. ENTRACTE. You are not complacent, you had experienced brief, intense affairs with new places and people. Your memories will fill you with the joy of those days/months/years, but nothing will match your original feelings of "finding home" except experiencing new places and people with whom you can enjoy intense relations. You can never go back without it being a disappointment. You must always move forward to have those intense feelings. I just finished fourteen years of provisional living. Before that I lived in a different country every two to four years over twenty-five. My experiences with people, places and events paralleled your comments and videos; I embraced the location, dove into the culture, loved the people, fell in love, ached when I left each place, person, lover. But soon I was somewhere new and the beauty of newness filled my head and heart again. Almost forty years of this led me back to family, where no one understands my experiences. But it is home. Eventually, you find home, and you will be happy to have roots. That very long hug that your mother would not break was an underlined statement that should not be missed. You are the warm hearth in her home and heart. The foreverness of real love. Continue to dream and adventure fearlessly as long as you will. But in your heart, know you have a home, a love, forever. You have only arrived at an intermission.

@Andy_M986

3 жыл бұрын

I couldn't have said it better.

How you tell your story makes me live the way you live. Adventure, finding yourself and find the right place where you feel free and happy. Thank you for your videos 💙

Awesome! It's great to discover more talented Kiwi creators on this platform. I love what you're doing, keep it up Elina!

What a heartwarming video! I live away from 'home' now and it made me smile and cry at the same time. Just beautiful!

Damn. This inspires the shit out of me. Thanks again, Elina.

Excellent, Elina. Well done!

Crying. Just a beautiful video. So heartfelt and true.

This is such a beautiful reflection on your life. This video made me realize I need to record more video diaries, not for anyone else, but so I can look back and remember what I was feeling at various points in my life.

the way you put your videos together is facinating!!! you are my favorite youtube storyteller!

This is really beautiful 💕 I cried through half of it. I love to travel but I adore New Zealand and it will always be HOME 💕