I COULDN'T GO (and a polar bear walked by our cabin this morning) | Svalbard
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We woke up to a Polar Bear outside our cabin today!! Apart from that excitement, I have some not so exciting news, and that is that I couldn't go 🥺 !! I hope you enjoy this video and thank you soooo much for being here! ♡☕️
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Cecilia Blomdahl is originally from Sweden and moved to Svalbard 8 years ago. She works as a photographer and videographer in Longyearbyen, and with her social media channels. Check her out on tiktok and instagram under her handle @sejsejlija! Here on youtube she posts videos about her daily life in her cabin with her boyfriend Christoffer and her dog Grim, living just outside of Longyearbyen. Subscribe for videos about her daily life as well as adventures on an island close to the North Pole. They have polar bears there!
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@cariciaangela3052
11 ай бұрын
But do polar bears alone or must you guys expect more polar bears when there is one out there?
@Mntguy-nr9vl
11 ай бұрын
I hope you're feeling better. ❤
@EquineEventerOfficial
11 ай бұрын
That’s crazy I was just sick with the same simtons
@ecosharon8443
11 ай бұрын
How amazing that Grim sensed the Polar Bear and was good to alert you. Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. Take care and hope you both feel better soon.
@anotheralvarado2576
11 ай бұрын
I can give you a solid home remedy, but you won’t make it or try it.
The fact that you have Beluga Whales, Polar Bears and Walrus' hanging out right outside your home is surreal! What a beautiful place!
@CeciliaBlomdahl
11 ай бұрын
It truly is unreal, and so amazing! 🙌🏻
@Lilly-hh9es
11 ай бұрын
God's creations❤
@jlmdd2
11 ай бұрын
Wild Kingdom… how exciting (and a bit unnerving 😬)! Do you ever swim at your place or do you only dunk in when you’re out on the boat?
@LindaKayHolevas
11 ай бұрын
@@Beazle00There are actually serious repercussions for shooting at a polar bear in Svarbald. They have many laws in place to protect them. That is what I love so much about Svarbald- they protect the nature there & the residents respect it. You must be new to this channel because you would’ve already known this. Cecilia can correct me if I am not explaining it correctly.
@Amy-of7gw
11 ай бұрын
Goodness… might want to check your facts! 🤦🏼♀️
Can I just say that your storytelling, cinematography and ability to promote Svalbard without being in your face is unlike any content on KZread. You and Christoffer come across as extremely likable, authentic and genuinely good people. Without you, tens of thousands of us would have no idea of your slice of heaven. Your channel is a palliative for the soul - Great content as usual
@luannedimaggio7025
11 ай бұрын
Hope you are getting well. Even when you are sick you put out a great video. Rest!!!!
@c9566
11 ай бұрын
This is everything I’ve wanted to say! They are both SO likable, with such a calming disposition and manner of speaking. And their love for Grim, and genuine love and continual curiosity for Svalbard is incredibly beautiful to watch.
@lynnecartwright3976
11 ай бұрын
Couldn't have put it better myself...agree..
@namantherockstar
11 ай бұрын
Cecilia inspires me.. My parents said if i get 50K followers They'd buy me a professional camera for recording..begging u guys , literally Begging...
@LobsterLover530
11 ай бұрын
I have to agree. You were probably the best promoter of Svalbard ever. Now I want to move there lol. How’s the Wi-Fi?
"Traveling while sick would be irresponsible." Thank you for caring about everyone, even people you haven't met!
@Irishkevic
11 ай бұрын
It is so much care and responsibility! I wish everyone were so reasonable as Cecilia!
@SFVGIRL
11 ай бұрын
Thank you ❤
@Mistydazzle
11 ай бұрын
Yes! Agree! We caught Covid for the first time, at the end of June from a coughing person who must have thought they didn’t have anything contagious. It affected us like s cold would, though the fever at the start alerted us to dig out our remaining Covid tests. Positive! We didn’t test negative until 10 days later. So many “Summer Colds” this year - if they are coming on with fever & aches, it’s probably the latest strain of Covid. Stay away from everyone if you’re sick!
@waggermama
11 ай бұрын
This! Thank you and hope you feel better soon ❤
@wrtpbd
11 ай бұрын
@@Irishkevic did you care any other year if people were "reasonable "? no, just when the tv told you to
I love how the govt protects the polar bear. Gently guides him or her away ❤
@debbievidal9536
7 ай бұрын
The bear looked very thin 😢
@jen3147
7 ай бұрын
Yes, I thought so too :(
National Geographic at your doorstep Cecilia, Christoffer, & Grim. Thank you for sharing your snippets with us. Fell better, both of you. ❤❤❤
@CeciliaBlomdahl
11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! 🫶🏻
So glad you both recovered. My sister almost died twice from covid, the 2nd time she suffered from covid delirium afterwards and literally went insane...she is fully recovered now, thank heaven. Thanks for all the footage of the wonderful animals, scenery and your gorgeous dog. I was in Svalbard years ago and have some wonderful memories❤
@alicehofmann1557
8 ай бұрын
Oh, I am so sorry that happened to you. I hope she won't have such issues again. I never even heard of a covid delirium. Scary.
@Notoislam
7 ай бұрын
Can I ask where the flu/cold went during convid times? It just vanished and people got brainwashed by the news and forgot what the flu(convid) was.
@christinamann3640
7 ай бұрын
I haven’t even heard of that, that’s so scary 😢. I’m so glad your sister is ok now.
@Seagoatsunday
6 ай бұрын
i lived in alaska and nordic skiied every day..then ibgot covid ..it took me down and yes went insane..full psychological deterioration. its so horrible..will never be thevsame i guess im still alive.take care
Thank you for being a responsible human being when it comes to exposing others to your illness. I’m so sorry you couldn’t go on your trip but am so grateful you took your health, and the health of those that would have been around you, seriously!
I could cry at how responsible youre being with not traveling when sick 🥹❤️. Much love and thank you for sharing your home and all the animals and all that is happening! Take care!
I love how you don’t let your spoiled travel plans get you down. “It’s life!”you said. Indeed and your positive attitude will serve you well. That dinner looked delicious! Thanks for sharing your life with us!
Grimm is smart when there is a polar bear in the vicinity. He is quiet. Keeps a low profile.
So sorry you were sick! As a knitter, I’m distracted from the outside cooking, because Christoffer’s sweater is GORGEOUS.
@Audrey.17
11 ай бұрын
I don’t knit, but yes- I noticed that beautiful sweater too!
@photo_paper784
11 ай бұрын
And so cute with the Tractor Supply cap
@shannonlynne1558
11 ай бұрын
I too found myself not hearing a thing he said due to admiring the sweater
Hi Cecelia and Kristoffer! Gal from Seattle WA checking in. Former Alaskan. Svalbard reminds me so much of Alaska. Just loved all the wildlife in this post. But my favorite part was you and Grim laying down outside getting fresh air. He literally was looking all around making sure you were safe from polar bears 🐻❄️. He loves you so much Cecelia it’s clear. Thank you for all you post. ❤
@Audrey.17
11 ай бұрын
Yes! I loved that part too!
@Xiroi87
11 ай бұрын
Everything improves with Grim on the screen.
@Chelsevvvvv
11 ай бұрын
It really is so similar to Alaska! It’s nice seeing how others navigate a similar climate.
@suemohd2229
10 ай бұрын
Yes..same...so lovely
Grim had to check on his humans, and make sure they’re safe!💖
I’m from Minnesota too! Cecilia you have changed my attitude as well about the cold and darker days. I have always been OK with it and liked certain things about it but now I love and embrace it because of you. You encourage a beautiful and natural way of looking at life. Thank you Cecilia!
@bryanmathison1754
11 ай бұрын
Living in Wisconsin & watching Cecilia embracing the climate had also helped me learn to appreciate life so much more.
@kar460
11 ай бұрын
Interesting 3 upper midwest on the same channel! ND here!
@Audrey.17
11 ай бұрын
Yes! I am from the Chicagoland area. I started watching Cecilia last year so then I can feel more positive about the dark winters. She helped me too! And it’s funny, cuz I am tired of the sun in the evenings right now.
@Audrey.17
11 ай бұрын
I am wondering if you guys remember when they had the snow storm this past winter in Longyearbyen? Cecilia was talking about how much snow there was… I was like: what? That’s not a lot at all. Come to Chicago or more like your guys’s states- you must have a plethora of snow each winter.
@kar460
11 ай бұрын
@AudreyAkai I'm new to her channel.
I like that you share your day even when you're not feeling shiny and sparkly, it's very refreshing!
Every time I watch any of your videos i feel like I’m in a bubble where I forget where I’m and forget about the rest of the world and all its problems and i feel like i have traveled all the way over there, it totally puts me in an amazing mood Thank you ☺️ ❤
Hope you both are feeling better. Thanks for sharing your world with us!
We want you well first and foremost. Don't worry about anything but your health first.
In Scotland a Fox in the garden gives most a sense of unease, I can only imagine what a Polar Bear taking a stroll past your house to say hello feels like!
@mritchie85
11 ай бұрын
Maybe the Scottish one's are a bit vicious! Polar Bear more so though.@@phillipbanes5484
Polar bear said "hey your on MY LAND👍👍👍👍👍👍
This place looks unbelievably beautiful. Words can't even describe it
I always think it’s funny when they say there is a chill in the air, because for those of us who don’t live in the North Pole their summer temps can also be characterized has having a “chill in the air” too 😂. We all have our different frame of reference!
I bet that Grim could smell the blood on the Polar Bear from his/her kills. Also, the helicopter was a clue too that something was “off”. Beautiful!
I sure hope you feel better soon, Cecelia! Grim is such a good boy for quickly coming inside when the polar bear was out. I love your videos-- thank you for sharing your life with us! You have changed my attitude about living in Minnesota during the winter.
@chronic_payne5669
11 ай бұрын
I’m literally here in the comments checking before I watch to make sure Grim didn’t get eaten by a polar bear, my heart could not take it. So relieved he was a good boy can came right back inside
I'm the same as you. Lying in bed sick as a pig with Covid and missing my holiday to Portugal. A disaster but as you say 'that's life'! Get well soon.
@CeciliaBlomdahl
11 ай бұрын
OH nooooo FEEL BETTER 🧡
Never a dull moment for you Svalbardians! I'm glad the polar bear encounter turned out pretty much as well as possible. I'm hoping you both get healed up soon. I'm impressed that you managed to film anything for a video while sick like that. Thanks for being responsible and not flying while sick. I hope your village recovers soon too.
The sickness is going around Southern Louisiana, too. So sorry you missed your time with your family. One summer my children and I had just gotten over a stomach virus. We travelled to see my family, and got everyone sick. Definitely learned to give it a few more days next time! Glad you guys are better!!
@kimberlylay1005
10 ай бұрын
The Fauci Flu
@elizabethb.1693
9 ай бұрын
@@kimberlylay1005 Aren’t you the funny one 👎
there’s black bears where my parents live, a mama bear and her two cubs. they actually came onto our property and hung out for a little bit.
I absolutely feel sympathy for you with COVID! I had it a year ago, and it's miserable! Thank you for not contributing to the spread of the sickness to others by traveling - especially on an airplane. That shows how much you care about the well-being of others. You will get to Sweden! I actually had to cancel a Polar Bear Photography Expedition including a trip to Svalbard thanks to COVID! I appreciate the Polar bear, walrus, whales, and reindeer photos and news that you post. Feel better! I truly enjoy your stories and your amazing photography. One of these days I will be able to travel to your glorious part of the world. Until then I will continue to enjoy your videos!
Just get better Cecilia we are all here rooting for you and Christopher always…give Grim a little hug for us all he is adorable!!!
Hope you are fully recovered very soon. Hugs to darling Grim ❤
I had the crappy ‘C’ a year ago, and it settled in my head and sinuses too with high fever, chills - it was a horrific ten days. Sending complete healing wishes to you and Christoffer - having beautiful Grim to brighten your life is a blessing 🐾🦋
I love how comfortable Christopher has become with the camera! Or at least not as shy... ❤
bless you for not travelling while you're sick...prayers for healing, for both of you.
I am so glad you did the responsible thing by not traveling when you are ill. Your videos have the best scenery and I love watching them all. Glad you are feeling better. Take care.
Glad you are both feeling a lot better, sweet vlog and loving the animals and Whales 🐳 💞🐾
@CeciliaBlomdahl
11 ай бұрын
Thank you! 😊
How absolutely amazing to see whales 🐋, polar bears 🐻❄️, and walruses! I hope you’re feeling better. 💚
Holy moly that was amazing to see! I can barely wrap my mind around the fantastic wildlife that’s right out your back door. Im so very sorry that both of you are suffering thru Covid & I wish you a very speedy recovery! I sure wish y’all could send some of that rain cold weather down to Austin, Texas. Currently we’re on a streak of over 40 plus days over 100 degrees 😢 & no relief or rain in sight. I really enjoy watching your videos and I have absolute respect & admiration for both you & Christopher. Give Grimm a good hug for being such a smart boy & not barking.
It's always lovely to see these slices of your lives. I hope all is peaceful and that your recovering well!
You live in paradise Cecilia! 😍 Sending love to our Svalbard family.🥰
I hope you both feel better soon. I loved seeing the whales, walrus and polar bears really cool. I just have to say Grimm is so beautiful! Such a good fur baby😊. Thank you so much for sharing.
I LOVE that you showed so much animal life around you! Wanted to see a polar bear out there. Thanks so much. You and Christopher get better soon.
That fish looks mighty good. I marvel at your way of life. Every day is an adventure. Sending prayers and hugs for your swift and complete healing.
Glad you’re feeling better! Your vlogs are stunningly beautiful and peaceful! What an incredible life you live!!
It’s so amazing and special that they keep you all updated on it so fully and transparently. Especially it crossing safely and onward. Versus they could just say “all clear” but there’s care for the animal and the outcome. ❤️
Hope you feel better soon. Glad you, Christoffer and Grim are safe from the polar bear. Way to go Grim for wanting to come back inside!! Love your videography. Never heard of Svalbard until I found your channel. It's the most beautiful place on Earth! ❤️
It's so sad to hear your poorly, hoping it will pass soon, but you are living in the most amazing place ..thank you for sharing your home with us, it is always so lovely
I hope you are soon fully recovered. Great selection of wildlife to see and well done to Grim for taking it cautious when the polar bear came along
Hope you get better soon. I've flown with a heavy cold before and the pain in my ears and head was horrendous. Stay safe and well.
This video makes me so happy, your voices, the vibes, the setting. Your videos are always the best anyway, I often talk about life in Svalbard because of what you post, thank you for sharing your life with us!
Thank you for sharing your day even though you didn’t feel good. Get well soon Christopher, Cecilia, and Grimm.💗🙏🥰
You continue to enrich my Sandays. I commend you on your socially responsible decision not to travel while sick. It protects those around you, but also would not have been very comfortable for you. The wildlife in your backyard is incredible. Hoping you and Kristoffer feel 100% very soon. I've been meaning to ask, is there anything you need???? Leigh, Texas
I come to your videos when I need to calm my mind and see the beauty in life. From the scenery, the background music to your gentle narration. Thank you very much! Love from Oxford, England xx
I love watching your videos you have won a special place in my heart because you remind me of my youth when growing up in late 70s early 80s when things and life was more simple and less complicated. What a great feeling to have back thank you Cecilia it is greatly appreciated!!! 💗Christina Greece
So glad you are feeling better! I just love our Sunday get togethers😊 beautiful world you share with us.
I just never think about Covid making it so far out to you! I so hope you and Christopher recover quickly. Blessings and thank you for a video ❤
@CeciliaBlomdahl
11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! 🙏🏻
@Lilly-hh9es
11 ай бұрын
Everything is covid nowadays 😂😂 Its common fly my God 😂😂😂😂
@lormor460
11 ай бұрын
So sorry about your trip 😮. I am watching my granddaughter who has Covid (which doesn’t seem to bother a bit after the first couple of days) but my poor husband has it, also, and he sounds sick 😷 . I’m surrounded! Thank you for a wonderful video Cecilia! And to Christoffer and Grimm for being a part of it! ❤❤❤😊😊😊
@bertibear1300
11 ай бұрын
If they have fivegee then they have the C.Funny I never got it working in a pharmacy over the last 3 1/2 yrs.But then I refuse all medical procedures.
@bridgwll
11 ай бұрын
With visitors coming & going & unlike Cecilia , they travel instead of staying home. Then it gets on their little island.
Close and personal with the wildlife! I have fox in my yard. The barking noise that they make is very eerie! Grim is a good boy, I’m glad he knew to go inside! Your fish looked wonderful. Thank you for sharing. Sorry to hear that you were sick and missed your trip.
Loooove your place and your surroundings! You’re so blessed😍. This brings back that overwhelming feeling of expansiveness and powerful “presence” I experienced during the 5 days I was in Svalbard in August of 2016. I live in Oslo, and when I woke up the next morning after I was back from what I still regard as among the most life-changing places I’ve been to , I literally sat on the edge of my bed and cried. The energy I felt up there was like truly embracing love. Thanks for sharing your about your life and the magic of Svalbard with us!🙌🏻
Love all the videos but especially feel the cozy polar nights with snow covered ground, town being snowy, when it feels like hot chocolate or hot tea by blazing fire with warm blanket and great movie! Can’t wait! Would love to visit and see all nature’s beauty first hand!
Sending healing vibes to both of you beautiful people. ❤
Beautiful video, thank you so much. The wildlife around you is so incredible, and I'm glad that everything and everyone is taken care of safely and with compassion. It's how it should be. I'm sorry about Sweden and your virus, but as you said, you made the right call. I once flew with a sinus condition and it felt like someone was doing open surgery on my face without anaesthesia.
The number #1 most beautiful and amazing life. I'm an addict for your channel, nothing calms me or makes me feel better like watching your videos, Bless you all for letting us live through you.
Sorry you guys are not feeling well! Shot of whiskey and lots of sleep always works for me 😷. Feel better soon ❤❤❤
I've been lucky enough to go to Svalbard, and it's so lovely to have found your channel. I love seeing what daily life there is like. I hope I get to go again someday.
Thank you Cecilia and Christofer for sharing with us this lovely video despite your illnesses! It is appreciated. I look forward to your weekly escapades in Svalbard. (Before you it never existed in my world)! I am grateful for you both. Please stay safe and God bless you both! ❤ Karen
Hi Cecillia , sorry you have been so poorly and missed your trip to Sweden . Thankyou for todays video ,and showing us the wildlife around your cabin. Hurry up and get well both of you . X
I hope you're both feeling better! Take time to fully recover because long covid is a harsh mistress and if you rush headlong back into full activity, you may find yourself sick once again. Please avoid that at all costs. Love the wildlife video and appreciate you sharing with us even though you've been ill. Here's to future excursions and time with family!
Ohhh I hope you both feel much better soon! Incredible to see all those wild animals so close to you, it must be awe-inspiring. I saw fin whales and others in the Azores this summer and was blown away. I'd love to see a mushroom foraging video!!
This was a GREAT video!!! The wildlife! The cod! The changing season! Your great attitude about the deferred trip to see family!! Couldn’t help but notice the different pitch on the ‘good bye’ - I giggle at how it’s the same 🎶most times. Your last shot of the beautiful seascape with the lovely boat was awesome .
Funny to see Christoffer in a Tractor Supply hat. I was there today! And I love his sweater. Life looks dreamy! 🧡🧡🧡
Hopefully you both are feeling better. Loved seeing the animals you showed. ❤❤
I hope you’re feeling better Cecilia! Get well soon ❤
Your videos are always calming and relaxing. Im sorry you were sick and missed your family. Hope you feel better soon❤
It looks like you two had a good recovery together along with that cutie Grimm.....thanks for sharing your interesting life in Svalbard❤
Wow! What a plethora of wild animals sightings! Also the vibe with the candles being lit....I'm so ready for fall. Here's is scorchingly hot and I'm desperate for chilly fall and winter weather! Lovely video Cecilia
Sometimes when we get sick it feels like our body is telling us to slow down a bit, even when we don't want to. Sending get well soon vibes your way! This summer flew by, and I am so glad I was able to follow along with you!
Thank you for being responsible. It completely sucks but that makes it mean even more.❤
Love the refreshing feeling your videos produce..for me..landscape is so beautiful, truly another world of beauty you live in! God bless you and Christopher, Cecilia, and love your furry child😄💯👍🏾🙏🏽❤️
As always, my favorite part of every Sunday is when your latest video drops. Thank you for consistently great content!
@CeciliaBlomdahl
11 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you! 🧡
Get better!! I have to commend your commitment to others by NOT spreading your virus. As an immunocompromised human, I really appreciate behaviour like yours. And your ability to brush off your disappointment at not getting to see your family is admirable. I would have cried for a day and felt hurt for a week. So thank you for showing me the other behaviour option!! ❤
I am just binge watching all the videos in your channel. These are the most peaceful, amazing videos I've ever seen. ❤️
How cool is all the wildlife? You are living the dream. Thanks for sharing, and as always, stay safe, and God bless. Love ya, Nancy
I hope you both feel better soon! My youngest son woke up sick with covid this morning, so no school for him this week. I made the same mistake of flying with a cold and the pain took my breath away 😖 I also couldn’t hear for a week afterwards. But, as you said “that’s life”. Good health to all and have a great week🙏🏻
What an awesome tundra scenery, thank you Cecilia for sharing it ❤
Happy to hear that you and Christoffer are slowly but surely on the mend and feeling a bit better. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful video. I love seeing all of your beautiful wildlife, including the polar bear, thankfully was just strolling by.😘
Who needs a TV when you have scenery like you do. Also, an amazing amount of wildlife. Hope you both feel better soon.
Always a pleasure Cecilia, thank you for sharing your life with us :)
@CeciliaBlomdahl
11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for watching! 🙌🏻
Hope you’re both feeling better 💕 the sweater Christopher was wearing was beautiful. It looks to be hand knit
I of course loved this video. Even though you are sick you still manage to show so much beauty and I can always feel your true love for your surroundings. I’m sorry you get covid and couldn’t go see your family. I had Covid and it’s no fun. I do appreciate you still doing your best to put out content. Feel better soon both of you ❤
I´m OBSESSED with your videos❤ So excited for the snow & polar night videos!!
Love your videos so much. The nature where you live is fantastic - whales, polar bears, walruses, foxes, and reindeer all in one day, wow!!! Also, thank you for thinking of others and not getting on your flight. Think of how much better the world would be if we all looked out for one another like this.
What a blessing to have whales in the bay! We have Southern right whales and they're just gorgeous! I hope you and Christoffer feel better soon. Have a wonderful new week. Hugs for Grim.🌻🌻🌻
Sorry your sick😢Feel Better real soon Dear🙏🤗 Sending🙏s for a speedy recovery. Thanks for Sharing the Walrus peep😍 🙏🕊❤️
Glad you are both feeling better! Sorry you got so sick. Cozy nites coming soon for you two- 😊
I'm sorry you had to miss your trip. This is my first time with Covid, so I understand how crappy you must feel, too. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Thanks for sharing all the wildlife!
@kimberlylay1005
10 ай бұрын
You can thank the US for the Fauci Flu....
Take it slow, Cecilia. You don‘t want long covid. Best wishes that you two get better soon!
Thank you for sharing. Glad that all three of you are safe and feeling better. Dinner looked so good and simple.
My god I could camp at your patio watching all the wild animals all day. Such a surreal and beautiful place!❤️ Hope you feel better!
Good to see you both! Hope you get feeling better!