How did we meet? Where did Christoffer live before? How to get a job on Svalbard? Answering it all!

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    How and where did Christoffer and I meet? This is a very commonly asked question! But to answer it properly, we have to go all the way back to where we used to work, Huset. So we did! We head into town and visit our old work place and also the place where Christoffer used to live. I hope you enjoy the video!
    0:00 Intro
    01:21 Huset
    02:19 Where I worked
    03:31 The history of Huset
    06:44 Christoffer's previous job
    07:39 How to get a job on Svalbard
    09:07 Babbel
    10:21 How Christoffer and I met
    12:54 Where Christoffer lived for 5 years
    15:10 More history about Huset
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Komentáře • 804

  • @jannyerdinch7654
    @jannyerdinch7654 Před rokem +576

    To go to a place with 2000 people and still manage to meet your partner - now THAT’S impressive

    • @lumachinomenolattola
      @lumachinomenolattola Před rokem +34

      I think it's quite the opposite!

    • @zainababdulmajeed9931
      @zainababdulmajeed9931 Před rokem +55

      Very impressive... I am in a country of 200 million people and I haven't found my partner🤣🤣🤣

    • @esradewayani88
      @esradewayani88 Před rokem +7

      Hahaha so true

    • @richjones7313
      @richjones7313 Před rokem +4

      @Me Sook no need for that you bitter lemon

    • @nuruleerin
      @nuruleerin Před rokem +6

      Love this comment! My mom always told me that i have 2300 employees in my company alone since im in manufacturing but haven’t found my soulmate yet! 😂😂

  • @victoriaheckler8147
    @victoriaheckler8147 Před 2 lety +656

    I love videos where we get to see more of Christoffer. He’s such a chill dude with a wickedly low key sense of humor.

  • @freyjabrigid
    @freyjabrigid Před rokem +96

    You two giggling when you told us you took a second cabin trip together 🥹🥹😂 So sweet.

  • @Michelle88elle
    @Michelle88elle Před 7 měsíci +55

    I have binge watching this channel for days now and I know more about this place than my own hometown at this point 😂 absolutrly love this channel and adore you guys! Your energy is so sweet and genuine and I feel like Im hanging out with a friend when I watch. Wishing you all the best 💖 from the US

    • @sj6728
      @sj6728 Před 6 měsíci

      Me too!

    • @souliotes
      @souliotes Před měsícem

      I'm just starting my binge from this video forward😊😂

  • @ecampbell5837
    @ecampbell5837 Před 2 lety +271

    Quiet & shy Christoffer brings up the ‘2nd Cabin trip’ !!! So cute 🥰

  • @theseeker403
    @theseeker403 Před 2 lety +118

    Cecilia's face when asking Christoffer "So how did we meet?" is equal parts cute and funny 😂

  • @bekki1960
    @bekki1960 Před 2 lety +165

    I've never seen Christoffer smile so much! What a treat!

  • @micca9559
    @micca9559 Před 10 měsíci +9

    Christoffer is such a scandinavian man. A man of few words ^-^

  • @TheJadebc
    @TheJadebc Před 2 lety +435

    You two are the cutest! Christoffer’s smile when he says about the cabin trip is so pure 🥰

    • @NicMG
      @NicMG Před 2 lety +36

      Oh one of THOSE weekends away ;)

    • @Mrsdumee
      @Mrsdumee Před 2 lety +4

      So true😊

    • @kbc1883
      @kbc1883 Před rokem +10

      ANd I think he turned a little bit red...😉

    • @susanpetersen5851
      @susanpetersen5851 Před rokem +4

      ​@@kbc1883 He DID 😏

  • @lyricspiano
    @lyricspiano Před 2 lety +17

    Christoffer looks like a shy but warm hearted Teddy Bear :)

  • @christybirling3299
    @christybirling3299 Před 2 lety +147

    "Then we went on another camping trip..." The way you two started laughing, kind of with this "wink-wink, nudge-nudge" vibe going on, gave me the impression that it was one heck of a camping trip!!

    • @klaire74
      @klaire74 Před 2 lety +13

      And then "this place have a lot of history"🤣🤣🤣 So sweet both of them

    • @off-courseroaming1809
      @off-courseroaming1809 Před 2 lety +5

      haha was looking for this comment xD

  • @alokekumarmittra3753
    @alokekumarmittra3753 Před rokem +54

    Christopher looks like the strong and silent type. He looks dependable and looks trustworthy. You are lucky to have him. One's an extrovert and the other an introvert. Lovely couple. Lots of love from India

  • @dawnlovescouture2644
    @dawnlovescouture2644 Před 2 lety +91

    No wonder why Christoffer is such a great cook! 😁. It doesn’t seem that there’s any age gap between the two of you. Thanks for showing Huset, it’s very interesting how many things happen there.

  • @tay090562
    @tay090562 Před rokem +18

    My husband and I are 10 years apart and it has never been an issue. In fact, his maturity and self assuredness stood out for me. Every best wish for you and the gorgeous Grimm. I love your videos.

  • @zamev
    @zamev Před 8 měsíci +5

    They seem so different in so many ways. I guess that's where the magic of their relationship is.

  • @icelandicgirly8034
    @icelandicgirly8034 Před 2 lety +67

    You popped in on "my recommendations" and I've been hooked on your channel ever since. I love where you live, your life, your sweet boyfriend, Grim and Fenris! Before your channel, I had no idea there was an island past Iceland where people lived all year long. I look forward to many more of your videos in the future. Grim is a rock star btw! God bless!

    • @CeciliaBlomdahl
      @CeciliaBlomdahl  Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you so much!! I'm so glad you enjoy my content! :)

  • @naveencell4302
    @naveencell4302 Před 2 lety +52

    Warm hug to Christoffer, he comes across as a wonderful person.

  • @subakingkin8745
    @subakingkin8745 Před 2 lety +66

    Cecilia, your smile while said..''how did we meet..'' looks so happy.
    Warm greeting from Indonesia.😊🇲🇨

  • @melissalyons6936
    @melissalyons6936 Před 2 lety +55

    We all have fallen in love with Christoffer! Watch out Cecilia, you’ll have flights full of single women arriving on Svalbard, lol! Handsome, kind and funny-the fatal trio to catch your heart ❤️ Many blessings to you both for your life together 💕

    • @CallieMasters5000
      @CallieMasters5000 Před 2 lety +4

      Maybe they can start a Svalbard Singles dating agency, where they recommend all the local available people for visitors to come meet and tour Svalbard together.

  • @rigmormunkvold7502
    @rigmormunkvold7502 Před 2 lety +4

    I went to school at huset. 6 and 7th grade. The highlights was when the Russian dance and theater group used to visit and entertain in huset. Lots of good memories

  • @Mew0731
    @Mew0731 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Gosh a WEDDING up there 🥺 what a dream wow

  • @sharimeisel8786
    @sharimeisel8786 Před 2 lety +234

    LOVE Chistoffer’s laugh! ☺️ “Cooking with Christoffer” coming soon? 😉

  • @amstergal
    @amstergal Před 2 lety +94

    I love learning the history of Longyearbyen, seeing the old photos and imagining how life was back then for all those people and their children Thanks for sharing this piece of your lives, interesting to imagine your jobs at Huset and how your paths crossed here and the journey of Cecelia and Christoffer began and so sweet that Grim and Fenris were also at the Huset house , save the waking up Christoffer part, lol!

  • @2pie2mash
    @2pie2mash Před 2 lety +23

    That was a lovely story of how and where you all met .......when you go back for dinner it has to be duck cooked in a toasted sandwich maker on a coffee table🦆🥘 for old times sake😂.......So glad you & Christoffer found each other and are soul mates....a nice return to where it all started and to look where you are now.💞🏠 🐶
    Thank you for adding some interesting history to your video's
    Stay Safe as Always & may the sun, when it returns always shine on you all 🧡

  • @rigmormunkvold7502
    @rigmormunkvold7502 Před 2 lety +42

    I remember standing at the bottom of those stairs when the mail was handed out. Boy memories are flooding back. I love watching your channel. Thank you so much . You are doing a great job. I am planning to visit again. Live in California now. Life sure is funny

    • @CeciliaBlomdahl
      @CeciliaBlomdahl  Před 2 lety +7

      No way, how cool!! :)

    • @ms_fab_finds
      @ms_fab_finds Před 2 lety +1

      I live in California too, plan on visiting Svalbard in the near future!

    • @janinafisher101
      @janinafisher101 Před 2 lety +3

      California is a long way from Svalbard!😊

  • @ilarious5729
    @ilarious5729 Před 2 lety +173

    It's nice to hear about the history of places and buildings as well as your story ✌🏼
    These videos have such a calming effect on me. I think I've said this before but your videos inspired me to start studying travel and hospitality, working in Svalbard being the end goal. Hopefully 😅

    • @CeciliaBlomdahl
      @CeciliaBlomdahl  Před 2 lety +23

      I'm so glad you like them! :):) I love that goal of yours, it sounds great!!

  • @minalangester5380
    @minalangester5380 Před 2 lety +25

    It was so cute when you started talking about how you met, and then Christoffer started to get the red face 😍

  • @SewTexas
    @SewTexas Před 2 lety +3

    I think every community needs a Huset!

  • @BeautyByHan
    @BeautyByHan Před 2 lety +22

    I loved this. I'm so proud of how Christoffer is more comfortable in front of the camera now too. How his face lit up looking round the old room, must have a lot of memories :) xx

  • @beetroot48
    @beetroot48 Před 2 lety +71

    That was so much fun. It was fate the you and Christoffer and Grim all converged in this magical house. Thank you for sharing. Much love.

  • @HapaOhio
    @HapaOhio Před 2 lety +19

    I think what makes your videos interesting is that there's a yin-yang effect, where the beauty and coziness of life meets the harsh winter and solitude above the Arctic circle.

  • @Bonitaslifestyle
    @Bonitaslifestyle Před rokem +8

    I love how she is so happy to talk about them getting together!! You can tell she loves him so much!

  • @LeslieKnope4Pres
    @LeslieKnope4Pres Před 2 lety +52

    I see the thumbnail says 13 year age gap?! You both age so well! My parents are ten years apart and just celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary. Cheers to you and Christoffer for many more years together ☺️

    • @CeciliaBlomdahl
      @CeciliaBlomdahl  Před 2 lety +60

      Christoffer is 44 and I'm 32 😃

    • @LeslieKnope4Pres
      @LeslieKnope4Pres Před 2 lety +3

      @@CeciliaBlomdahl that’s awesome, love y’all’s dynamic in the videos, keep up the great work 😁

    • @nathalieandparis
      @nathalieandparis Před 2 lety +16

      @@CeciliaBlomdahl omg Christoffer looks amazing!!!! He does NOT look 44! I thought he was your age! You guys are awesome btw as is darling Grim!

    • @Inquire703
      @Inquire703 Před 2 lety +10

      I'm 😮 surprised there's an age difference. The chemistry between the two is priceless.

    • @skywillow2926
      @skywillow2926 Před 2 lety +6

      Loved this!! Christoffer turning red when you talked about the second cabin trip was priceless. Much love from Canada ❤️🥰🇨🇦

  • @sharibenjiemahigab9260
    @sharibenjiemahigab9260 Před rokem +1

    I live in minnesota USA. Omg. Christopher acts like the guys here. Haha. Minnesotans have many Norwegians. I’m binging now. I’m
    Addicted now

  • @kellypowell1483
    @kellypowell1483 Před 9 měsíci +2

    The beginning of the video with the darkness & snow blowing brings back memories of my Alaskan home. Don’t miss the cold & dark, but miss family for sure!

  • @CoachCarolAnn
    @CoachCarolAnn Před 2 lety +15

    When we witnessed the wind it occurred to me that there are no trees to block the wind so it is probably pretty fierce. So cute to see you three revisit your origin story. 😍

  • @WarpFactor999
    @WarpFactor999 Před 2 lety +24

    It is so good to see Christoffer smile and laugh! He's a quite a guy! You're lucky to have him Cecilia! Thanks so much for the tour and the history. Cheers from Texas!

  • @jj-if6it
    @jj-if6it Před rokem +5

    I think it would be fun to do a stint there working for a couple of years. It doesn't seem too hard as they probably always need workers. I bet Cecilia has done great things for tourism too!

  • @HoneyChonker
    @HoneyChonker Před 2 lety +3

    Christoffer is such a chill stoic gentleman!

  • @Grungefan2018
    @Grungefan2018 Před rokem +1

    They are all characters but ya gotta love Christoffer. Just one look at his eyes and you can see alot is going on in there behind the scenes. Cracks me up

  • @farheenpatrawala89
    @farheenpatrawala89 Před 2 lety +28

    If I ever get a chance to visit Svalbard in my life, you guys would be the main reason behind it😃

  • @lizvickers7156
    @lizvickers7156 Před 2 lety +19

    What a beautiful love story, age doesn't matter as long as you are both happy, and you are. Greetings from the UK. 😁

  • @sherriekeller319
    @sherriekeller319 Před 2 lety +19

    Great video. I have so much respect and admiration for you and Christopher. Living in Svalbard is beyond my comprehension. It is so beautiful but I am 71 yrs. and don't do cold and snow very well. Thank you for sharing your lives and your home. One of your videos I watched several days ago. I was speechless and impressed when Cecilia put her rifle on her shoulder whilst walking Grimm. Unbelievable. Never crossed my mind about the polar bears.

  • @moonstoneway2694
    @moonstoneway2694 Před 2 lety

    Lovely historical tour. Thank you.

  • @stinkygraykitty6808
    @stinkygraykitty6808 Před 2 lety

    Great story!!! Thanks for taking us along :)

  • @chellyd.7977
    @chellyd.7977 Před 2 lety

    Yay a video! Been waiting!!!

  • @sherelynwhite4130
    @sherelynwhite4130 Před 2 lety

    Very interesting history...thanks for the tour!

  • @arpitaroy8519
    @arpitaroy8519 Před 2 lety +1

    Great to see you both.

  • @roysimpson9711
    @roysimpson9711 Před 2 lety +35

    The history of Svalbard is interesting and without you I would never probably have heard of it . It's an unusual life you lead Christopher seems to be a quiet chap and I think you have totally changed his life Hes a lucky guy .Age gaps are unimportant age is just a number

    • @Sarahlee358
      @Sarahlee358 Před 10 měsíci

      I agree with you that he really got lucky. However age gaps are very important. Especially when you get to 70’s and 80’s. If one partner is in 50’s and the other is in 70’s the life is very different. By standard, people start experiencing declining physical and mental health in their older years and often the younger partner becomes a caretaker.!

    • @roysimpson9711
      @roysimpson9711 Před 10 měsíci

      ​@@Sarahlee358That's very true but. If the love is true it shouldn't matter

    • @robertoceferino1456
      @robertoceferino1456 Před 9 měsíci

      Haha I thought they were of similar age.

  • @DavidRodriguez-ou9fy
    @DavidRodriguez-ou9fy Před 2 lety +1

    Wonderfully done!

  • @lisajel52
    @lisajel52 Před 2 lety

    Great Tour! Loved every minute of it!

  • @janetprata3832
    @janetprata3832 Před 2 lety

    Love it, as always! Wonderful.

  • @neresq
    @neresq Před 2 lety

    Love you sharing Huset with us - and the story of the two of you.

  • @SandNSurf
    @SandNSurf Před 2 lety

    I love this. Thanks for sharing your lives with us 🥰

  • @debramedina9347
    @debramedina9347 Před rokem

    Such rich history. Thanks for sharing.

  • @x1asheratmidnight1x
    @x1asheratmidnight1x Před 2 lety

    Loved hearing about the history of the building!

  • @tonip9844
    @tonip9844 Před 2 lety

    What a nice video. Happy you both are doing well!

  • @katem4365
    @katem4365 Před rokem

    Thanks for the tour, and for sharing some more of your history together!

  • @rachaellouise2666
    @rachaellouise2666 Před 11 měsíci

    What a lovely energy your family has!

  • @hugogouveia.89
    @hugogouveia.89 Před 2 lety

    Love your channel Cecilia! Greetings from Portugal!

  • @marikos.154
    @marikos.154 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for sharing 🥰👍love this😍

  • @waterfallsandrain
    @waterfallsandrain Před 2 lety +1

    Huset is lovely. Thank you for the tour!

  • @sarahstoz6768
    @sarahstoz6768 Před 2 lety

    That's so cool thanks for sharing your story. Look forward to more.

  • @09meangirl
    @09meangirl Před rokem +5

    You two are soooo cute together ❤ Christoffer actually blushed when you spoke of how you two met🤗

  • @nl8643
    @nl8643 Před 2 lety

    One of my favorite videos you’ve done so far!

  • @vonnieofly
    @vonnieofly Před 2 lety

    Oh my goodness! You two are ❤️.

  • @11kathleenanne
    @11kathleenanne Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for the history lesson! I love it!🌎

  • @prashdxb100
    @prashdxb100 Před rokem

    Thank you for Babbel😊🎉🙏

  • @lauradesimone3065
    @lauradesimone3065 Před 2 lety

    What a cool building! Thank you for sharing the history of this building. Looking forward to seeing it when we visit this fall.

  • @jaymepeddycoart3471
    @jaymepeddycoart3471 Před 2 lety +1

    Love this video. you two are so happy.

  • @genevievemayet630
    @genevievemayet630 Před 2 lety +1

    Love this episode and the history lesson! Thank you!! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @athorpe1937
    @athorpe1937 Před 2 lety

    Love the house. So tastefully decorated and inviting.

  • @SunnyDay-4567
    @SunnyDay-4567 Před 2 lety

    What a beautiful place and so many happy memories for you two.

  • @RCFlyBy911
    @RCFlyBy911 Před 2 lety +1

    Very interesting, the story totally captured my attention.

  • @headshotproductions4052

    Thank you so much for sharing your sweet story❤

  • @tammygood253
    @tammygood253 Před 2 lety

    I adore this video! So interesting to see the building and tour it! Thank you for that! Svalbard is just magnificent!

  • @esterbaque7757
    @esterbaque7757 Před 2 lety +1

    Precioso video, muchas gracias !

  • @paaiiii
    @paaiiii Před 2 lety +1

    Sending hugs 💕 loved this ❣️

  • @dianalewis8548
    @dianalewis8548 Před 2 lety

    Very nice tour. Memories for you two. Glad you met. Look how far you've come.
    Love the old photos and how things changed over the years.
    Stay warm and happy Sunday.

  • @Julie-vw5py
    @Julie-vw5py Před 2 lety

    I love hearing the history of Svalbard and you and Christopher, excellent video! Thank you for sharing

  • @bobthompson2013
    @bobthompson2013 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing!

  • @geraldinepluyms5935
    @geraldinepluyms5935 Před 2 lety

    A Beautiful building. Even the furnishings are back in style

  • @gewing61
    @gewing61 Před 2 lety

    Awesome video. You two make a great couple. Nice to hear your history. Thanks for sharing!!

  • @infernafirestein
    @infernafirestein Před 2 lety

    You both are so cute. So nice to hear from Christoffer too!!

  • @marthaalvarado7717
    @marthaalvarado7717 Před 2 lety +1

    Really enjoyed the history tour and about you both. It’s always great to see Grimm.

  • @lindasteinhauer1951
    @lindasteinhauer1951 Před 2 lety +1

    All your videos are just the best. Thanks Cecilia and Christopher!

  • @user-ko2fk9gd1i
    @user-ko2fk9gd1i Před 2 lety

    Love your channel and wonderful stories!! Thank you so much for sharing ! am so enjoying learning about life in a far off part of the world! Blessings to you Christopher & doggies from NM USA

  • @3bkidsoftexas
    @3bkidsoftexas Před 2 lety

    Awww! A love story just in time for Valentine’s Day!!!❤️ We love it! And the history behind the building is amazing!

  • @mela8121
    @mela8121 Před měsícem

    I am always in awe of your house near the ocean then now showing where you two met that has been built way back in the ‘50s. Amazing, CB!

  • @livingintheforest3963
    @livingintheforest3963 Před 2 lety

    ❤️❤️ Historic pictures are beautiful!
    Husset is EPIC!

  • @JaimieJo
    @JaimieJo Před 2 lety

    Great video! So nice to see the history and also hear how you met. You two are a great couple and Grim is the cutest!

  • @SweetSugarLemonade
    @SweetSugarLemonade Před 2 lety +1

    Yeey I was waiting for this video! Thank you. And I love when Christoffer tells his storys. Cant wait for part 2.

  • @NovaDeb
    @NovaDeb Před 2 lety

    Very nice video! You two are great together. Each has their own strengths. 😀❤

  • @peanuts1173
    @peanuts1173 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for sharing. I enjoy learning about life in Svalbard! So cool to see where you met! Such great story of ♥️

  • @johncooper5293
    @johncooper5293 Před 2 lety

    A lovely piece of history you have recorded for the future. Lovely to hear how you met and your jobs then.

  • @theroadhome_Liz_Summers

    Can't wait until the dinner! So enjoyed this video and the history of the house and you and Christoffer. I must say that you both look so much happier ... working together - that and Grim are the best for me! Lovely, lovely video - thank you!

  • @bradpatrick5987
    @bradpatrick5987 Před rokem +1

    Huset is a beautiful old building. Very nice tour.

  • @Saiya888
    @Saiya888 Před 2 lety +1

    I love this! You went on a cabin trip and then another cabin trip and now you live in a cabin together

  • @cindywho134
    @cindywho134 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for the history - yours and the uses of the building over the years. That's an impressive wine cellar.

  • @hagabard69
    @hagabard69 Před 2 lety +2

    Det är trevligt att få se och lyssna på hur du/ni har det. Tack