The End of Iceland & RETURNING HOME

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  • What a magical end to our Iceland trip. In this video I meet some of the most amazing people, reunite with Akela, and start settling back into desert van life.
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  • @owenparker6651
    @owenparker6651 2 роки тому +118

    I'm getting older and more and more it feels like the whole world is 'burning'. When I see people simply 'being kind' it fills me with such joy that I feel a little foolish. Thanks for giving me a good bit of that and thanks, as always, for sharing your adventure...

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому +13

      Absolutely. Alex & Chloe were incredibly kind, certainly life long friends. I am so happy to hear that their generosity filled you with joy, you aren't the only one! :)

    • @karenmcneill2602
      @karenmcneill2602 2 роки тому +6

      Could not have said it better than you Owen!👏👍💙

    • @doubled3082
      @doubled3082 2 роки тому +3

      I absolutely love seeing the kindness of others. Your adventures make so many people happy. Thank you for your wonderful videos!

    • @simply.leen.
      @simply.leen. 2 роки тому +5

      I agree 100% with Owen. Such a relief in today's world to escape with you to the beauty of not just nature but of the good humans out there. Thank you so much for sharing.

    • @GenXtothe7thPower
      @GenXtothe7thPower 2 роки тому +2

      Great people are everywhere …except those screens we look at!

  • @trishwhitehouse6536
    @trishwhitehouse6536 2 роки тому +15

    I love seeing you spend this precious time with your mom. I'm 61 and last year I hiked the 100 Mile Wilderness in Maine with two of my children- it was a memory we will all cherish for the rest of our lives. You're doing it right, Linnea. I just put a deposit on a van last week, and I'm scared to death to build it out. What right do I have, at my age, to be building out a van? But then I watch you turn on those puck lights, and the feeling of accomplishment you had in that moment, and I know I can be brave too.

  • @colecole4638
    @colecole4638 2 роки тому +18

    Who else here literally looks forward to Linnea dropping her videos on Sunday. 🙌….

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому +3

      Thank you so much!!

    • @MsPhillyG
      @MsPhillyG 2 роки тому +2

      Yeeeesssss can't wait

    • @nicovanzyl1979
      @nicovanzyl1979 2 роки тому +2

      Nico 😘💑😍

    • @axelbob1
      @axelbob1 2 роки тому

      Me. Sometimes on Saturday I start looking hoping she'll be early. Then, I'm happy to re-watch to refreshen my mind on 'what she did here or there'.

    • @nicovanzyl1979
      @nicovanzyl1979 2 роки тому +1

      Nico 💑😘😻😍

  • @sleep.eat.repeat6786
    @sleep.eat.repeat6786 2 роки тому +7

    We all missed Akela!!

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому +1

      I believe it!! So happy to be back home with her :)

  • @elaineconn7393
    @elaineconn7393 2 місяці тому

    I love to see you and your mom together. I miss my mom terribly so it warms my ❤ to see the love you have for each other. Meeting another mom & daughter duo in Iceland must have been fun for all your creative minds to meet. Hearing Akela happy to see her mama made me smile. Dogs are the best!! ❤🐾 Thanks for sharing!

  • @AnAussieinAmerica
    @AnAussieinAmerica 2 роки тому

    VanLifers are some of the nicest people. So caring and relaxed. One of several reasons why I want this life.

  • @alexm8289
    @alexm8289 2 роки тому +27

    Oh wow! What a beautiful video you made Linnea. I’m so happy you were able to come spend time with us, it was such a wonderful evening. Chloe is going to flip when she sees this! Welcome home! 💕

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому +2

      Alex, thank YOU!! I can't wait until we all meet agin soon💕

    • @paulcurtis5496
      @paulcurtis5496 2 роки тому

      @@Linneaandakela what an amazing, beautiful human moment that you all shared with the World! It is hard to fathom the power of technology and humanity and how incredible it is that it has brought you all together...

  • @billysauerlandphotography8936
    @billysauerlandphotography8936 2 роки тому +1

    I'm not a jewelry person, but that jewelry is next level, I'm so happy you were able to visit Iceland, Keep on keeping on,

  • @sherriberkley188
    @sherriberkley188 2 роки тому +1

    My dogs heard Akela barking. Her little wake up grown was cute.

  • @heathercarlton3280
    @heathercarlton3280 2 роки тому +1

    You are by far my favorite You tuber & Vanlifer! I watch you videos every week and love that you bounce around Utah which is where I live.

  • @candacelemming858
    @candacelemming858 2 роки тому

    It's amazing how we are all the same in basic ways. Our cultures may vary by location, but we can share so much of what's within us. 💕

  • @robertallen6028
    @robertallen6028 2 роки тому

    i know you had a great meal. i was stationed in iceland for a year. one of the ladies who worked in our chow hall decided she needed to adopt me. i had so many fantastic meals at her house, it was wonderful. icelandic people aren't always the easiest to get to know but once they are your friend, they will be your friend for life.

  • @deb_ellen9733
    @deb_ellen9733 2 роки тому +4

    If there was any doubt that Akela missed you, those howls when she saw you erased all of them!!! ❤️🐾

  • @JohnJohnson-dw8qp
    @JohnJohnson-dw8qp 2 роки тому +2

    I feel after each video I need to say thank you, you make my sole feel good,

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому

      This absolutely warmed my heart. Thank you

  • @ronethridge9875
    @ronethridge9875 2 роки тому +1

    back together/great/one step at a time/thanks much

  • @paulcurtis5496
    @paulcurtis5496 2 роки тому

    nothing brings a tear faster than a reunion... thanks for sharing that moment!

  • @happycendy
    @happycendy 2 роки тому +8

    The entire trip was so cool but Im glad your back, Im happy to see Akela too 🥰

  • @rhondamckinley4373
    @rhondamckinley4373 2 роки тому

    It sounded like Akela said, Momma, Momma"❤❤❤

  • @MsPhillyG
    @MsPhillyG 2 роки тому

    I have to catch up on your whole trip. This family was so sweet and kind to invite you both in. Im definitely going to go on her site to see her beautiful jewelry. There dog is sooo beautiful and friendly I bet that made you miss her a whole lot more.

  • @simonefire
    @simonefire 2 роки тому

    Cherish every moment with your mom…. I know you do💕

  • @thomasquigley7040
    @thomasquigley7040 2 роки тому

    Boy was Akela happy to see you. My Toller screams whenever I come back from being away.

  • @ktkupkake
    @ktkupkake 2 роки тому

    Iceland looks gorgeous ahhhh. Akeela's howks got me.🥺 Looks like your trip was everything you ever dreamed of and more and I'm so happy for that! Alex's jewelry is beautiful! Thank you for sharing your adventures.💜

  • @axelbob1
    @axelbob1 2 роки тому

    I so wish I could have seen your reunion. I could hear, but only imagine the joy.

  • @gaiagirlgoesglobal
    @gaiagirlgoesglobal 4 місяці тому

    Akela and I have the same morning grumble noise 🤣🤣🤣

  • @davidburchettephotography6513
    @davidburchettephotography6513 2 роки тому

    There are still good people out there! 👏👍
    There are just some gorgeous images to be made there. And the jewelry that you were shown was quite beautiful.

  • @mikesumner8615
    @mikesumner8615 2 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing! The beauty of Iceland and the beauty of the people of Iceland is both breathtaking and a breath of fresh air! Your choice of music for your videos is spot on!

    • @mikesumner8615
      @mikesumner8615 2 роки тому

      The love in this video... is what we all needed to see and feel!

  • @mistysedillo1696
    @mistysedillo1696 2 роки тому

    She was so excited to have you back!💜🤗💜

  • @nomansvan827
    @nomansvan827 2 роки тому

    Akela sounded so happy. So good to see a reminder there are still kind people in the world.

  • @blessedveteran
    @blessedveteran 2 роки тому +3

    That is so awesome that you have a good relationship with your mother. I am so grateful that you and her have that!

  • @uber2tuber
    @uber2tuber 2 роки тому

    why no vid of the reunion? I started crying. Poor sweetie. they feel it and can't understand why their mamas are gone. Happened with my baby many years ago when I went overseas for a month. :( I'm so glad you two are back together.

  • @TamaraShayna
    @TamaraShayna Рік тому

    I'm so happy I found this channel.

  • @martiseelye6443
    @martiseelye6443 2 роки тому +3

    What a lovely adventure! I play the flute so I was so excited to see, and hear Chloe playing. Great job Chloe! 👏
    Alex's jewelry is gorgeous! Thanks for taking us along, Linnea.

  • @Mtnsunshine
    @Mtnsunshine 2 роки тому

    Welcome home! Wonderful to see ...and hear 😁...Akela. 🤗🌹

  • @incrediblemack8745
    @incrediblemack8745 2 роки тому +2

    Glad you're back in the states, looks like iceland was a amazing adventure and glad you met a friend! Wind down wild one... you deserve it😘

  • @artsteadman2230
    @artsteadman2230 2 роки тому

    Between you & Mav on UA-cam there's hope for kindness

  • @GizmoDeVoe
    @GizmoDeVoe 2 роки тому +13

    What an amazing trip. It looked incredibly fulfilling. And what a great gift from Alex and Chloe! Happy you are back home after your adventure!

  • @shananigans_outside
    @shananigans_outside 2 роки тому

    Yay Tobey from my home state! Strong coffees for the win 💪🏻 ☕️

  • @colinkasper7275
    @colinkasper7275 2 роки тому

    That’s awesome you found some cool, friendly people to help you out! It’s funny Tobey is from CT; I am too! Akela’s “talking” when you got home. ❤️ My shep does the same thing, even when I just get home from being at work. 😆 Gotta love dogs. 🐾💙 Always enjoy watching your adventures. Take care.

  • @orsicannibal5453
    @orsicannibal5453 2 роки тому

    You have that look that look in tour eyes that simply conquers worlds why would u ever feel like that omg

  • @aliciaayala6650
    @aliciaayala6650 2 роки тому

    When ur pup starting happy howling I started crying. Im a sap lol

  • @Rachellovescheese
    @Rachellovescheese 4 місяці тому

    Those jewellery designs were stunning ❤

  • @heartdawg
    @heartdawg 2 роки тому

    Love your videos......they are like a good book and I hate it when they end. But filled with such gratitude that I'm blessed to see them 💞💞💞

  • @scotegertson2300
    @scotegertson2300 2 роки тому

    Your videos are filled with heart, and that's warming. Thank You!

  • @jtray7129
    @jtray7129 2 роки тому +1

    I love Alex dog so much he is so cute

  • @backspace2esc
    @backspace2esc 2 роки тому +1

    It was so cute to hear Akela howl for joy 🥲

  • @antoniafoster8264
    @antoniafoster8264 2 роки тому +3

    The jewelry is so unique and beautiful and the piece gifted to you was incredibly thoughtful. Hearing how much Akela missed you made me tear up. Glad you’re back together and you and your mom are back home. Thanks for sharing your trip. 💖💖💖

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому +1

      I agree! I also bought a ring from her that was part of the River Collection. I also love how unique it is. Thank you for all the love, we are happy to be back as well!

  • @Filthy_Rich_556
    @Filthy_Rich_556 2 роки тому

    So good.... Hopeful I could have something like this happen to me in my lifetime.

  • @YvonneRaphaelWriter
    @YvonneRaphaelWriter 2 роки тому +6

    Such beautiful art on the walls at your friends’ home! Lovely jewelry too! Very talented. It’s nice to see you enjoying your trip

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому +3

      Yes, Alex is an incredible artist. Thank you!

  • @charisma-hornum-fries
    @charisma-hornum-fries 2 роки тому

    My cat howls the same when I get home. It’s so funny.

  • @deborahanderson5508
    @deborahanderson5508 2 роки тому

    Its so beautiful how loving people can be. ATB

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому +1

      I agree. It was such a beautiful time with incredible people

  • @Mtnsunshine
    @Mtnsunshine 2 роки тому +1

    What wonderful people who helped you out! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💕

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому

      They truly are wonderful! We felt so lucky :)

  • @kalizabeth441
    @kalizabeth441 2 роки тому

    Glad you’re back safe and sound!

  • @susanscovill6817
    @susanscovill6817 2 роки тому +5

    You know you’re loved when your dog is so excited to see you she can’t contain her howl. Iceland is definitely on my bucket list. Those rocks are amazing. The power of the waves has them so soft edged. Alex’s jewelry. I’m heading to her website now. I know that comfortable feeling that takes over the excitement of travel and dissipates any stress. Hugs and cheers cheers from Canader eh!

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому +2

      Yes absolutely! I hope you get the chance to experience Iceland for yourself someday soon.
      Alex's jewelry really is something! Incredibly unique... I purchase the ring from her River Collection.
      Thanks for all the love and support!!

  • @mk-jq1zo
    @mk-jq1zo 2 роки тому +1

    You're a great person very inspiring.Watching your videos shows that there are so many kind and good people on this planet, thank you for sharing.

  • @johndark4728
    @johndark4728 2 роки тому

    Thank you.

  • @wanderingcrowe
    @wanderingcrowe 2 роки тому

    What a beautiful and touching video. It warms the soul.

  • @shellreinhart2632
    @shellreinhart2632 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for sharing your iceland trip .. so beautiful!

  • @ninamc1
    @ninamc1 Рік тому

    Bless your heart! Van troubles! Great video!

  • @flgirl250
    @flgirl250 2 роки тому

    Akela was one happy pup on your return home. I’m so glad you had a good time, I am assuming you did get to experience the Northern Lights.

  • @PurposeBetweenSeasons
    @PurposeBetweenSeasons 2 роки тому

    I must say, I love the music you choose. It’s such a calm vibe. I’ve started to Shazam them using my other device. If there’s a way you can earn revenue from linking them to your page, you should.

  • @robertpa13
    @robertpa13 2 роки тому

    Welcome back home. Need to plan a visit to Iceland.

  • @johnsimpson8198
    @johnsimpson8198 2 роки тому +4

    What an Epic adventure, so great to see really nice people, glad your back with the pup, stay safe girl!

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому +1

      Yes, it was wonderful to say the least. Thank you!

  • @moandjen
    @moandjen 2 роки тому

    Welcome home 🤗

  • @wendylbranchfield7959
    @wendylbranchfield7959 2 роки тому

    Welcome home!

  • @tikitiki7610
    @tikitiki7610 2 роки тому

    wonderful family, really talented. thank yhou

  • @suezaple4950
    @suezaple4950 2 роки тому

    Looks like you and mom had a wonderful trip to Iceland and met a lot of wonderful folks , So cute to hear Akela's excited voice when she saw you, awwww a true friend in your fur baby.

  • @GretaWargh
    @GretaWargh 2 роки тому

    Welcome home from Island! Lovely to see you & Akela together again! And thank you for sharing all the beautiful people who helped you and who invited you into their homes. Hope your mom is ok too! 🙏💞

  • @kellimatthews1923
    @kellimatthews1923 2 роки тому

    Oh Linnea you are home! This video brought so much joy to my heart. From beautiful people helping you with the fuse problem, another inviting you and your Mom to dinner and all the rest. The black gravel rocks looked like coffee beans which would have been a good name for that beach! Coffee Beach Beach, lol. I feel like in a way I also visited Iceland and truly felt the sense of adventure though your lens! Thankyou for that and for recording the reunion with my most favorite dog in the whole world, our Akela! I know you missed her as much as she did you! Tell your Mom that I thank her for just being awesome and so full of life! Rest up and hopefully we will see you soon! Hugs

  • @pamela9029
    @pamela9029 2 роки тому

    Hi So wonderful You showing us your beautiful trip to Iceland. I really think that pretty gift y’all cherish forever!
    Loved the happy howls from beautiful doggie 🐶
    Love watching your video s
    Sometimes can you explain your fresh coffee routine ?

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому +1

      I sure will cherish it forever!
      Yes I can :) Thank you!

  • @sherriberkley188
    @sherriberkley188 2 роки тому

    That was some beautiful drawings,sweet little girl. Jewelry was unique, so nice you and your mom connected with these nice people.

  • @windyosborn1896
    @windyosborn1896 2 роки тому

    I didn’t see the website, can you please post again?😬❤️Thank you!!

  • @fadenation9199
    @fadenation9199 2 роки тому

    This makes me feel so good!

  • @yvettewhitaker2653
    @yvettewhitaker2653 2 роки тому

    What an amazing journey. Iceland is so beautiful. You and Akela were both so excited to see each other. So, heartwarming. Glad you made it back safe and sound. Take care and Stay Blessed.

  • @allpicturenosound
    @allpicturenosound 2 роки тому

    5:59 wow

  • @kimsaggio5637
    @kimsaggio5637 2 роки тому +1

    What an amazing beautiful trip to Iceland, so happy to see you share that with your Mom. Thank you so much for sharing your travels with us.Akela’s happy howls to see you was so awesome 💕

  • @carloscabrerahernandez3663
    @carloscabrerahernandez3663 2 роки тому

    OMG 10:58 the dog is too cute

  • @carlamaevekantz8150
    @carlamaevekantz8150 2 роки тому

    I am so glad to see and Akela together again, love you ❤️

  • @GiMom19
    @GiMom19 2 роки тому

    I just love your videos 🥰
    Akela’s howls are the best 💋
    Such a beautiful necklace to remember your friend in Iceland.
    Hope you got the chance to see Aurora Borealis

  • @wilbertolugo8700
    @wilbertolugo8700 2 роки тому

    Saludos Great to follow your adventures thank you for sharing be careful out there. its a big jungle. felicidades. may your journey be filled with understanding love and joy. may you look at all
    beings with eyes of compassion. HAsta Luego

  • @kathykeys7872
    @kathykeys7872 2 роки тому

    This vacation you took with your mom, really reminds me of the vacations I took with my mom. Wonderful memories!

  • @bren_artstudio54
    @bren_artstudio54 2 роки тому

    Awesome
    Awesome
    Awesome
    ❣️✌️✌️❣️

  • @JenSwarbrick1966
    @JenSwarbrick1966 2 роки тому

    How wonderful!
    Meeting your friend face to face (with her beautiful daughter - Hi Chloe!) was, I bet, as awesome as it looked! What a beautiful necklace, too!
    I'm definitely going to check out her shop.
    I'm so glad your Mom and you were able to take this trip together. I hope it was as wonderful as it seemed on video.
    Hearing Akela's "Mommy's home" barks were so precious!
    I'm glad you had a good time!

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому +1

      It was really amazing, life long friends for sure :)
      I am grateful that Mom and I were able to do this too, unforgettable!
      Thank you!

  • @domduhawma3393
    @domduhawma3393 2 роки тому

    im glad to see your video

  • @ErikSjaastad
    @ErikSjaastad 2 роки тому

    So excited for your trip

  • @kathleenray6070
    @kathleenray6070 2 роки тому

    Welcome home! Travel is great, but coming home to familiar is the best. Her jewelry was so beautiful.

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому +1

      Yes I totally agree! Home feels incredible.
      And yes, she is very talented... so unique!

  • @beckiesmith5224
    @beckiesmith5224 2 роки тому

    Best feeling ever getting to see your fur babies again. All that love is good for the soul

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому +1

      It really is the best... nothing tops being reunited!

  • @VS-ty4tu
    @VS-ty4tu 2 роки тому

    That was amazing I loved your journey 😁

  • @buddyduncan2095
    @buddyduncan2095 2 роки тому

    That goes to show there are still good people in this world glad you found new friends and got the van fixed

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому +1

      Absolutely :) so many wonderful people everywhere

  • @alingtham7998
    @alingtham7998 2 роки тому

    Welcome back Linnea🥰…am glad you’re back after your wonderful adventures with your mom..hope to see her again…and So Good to see Akila once again..Miss her so😘😍

  • @gregnathan1742
    @gregnathan1742 2 роки тому

    A lot of gratitude for what you share and the way you move through life.

  • @GenXtothe7thPower
    @GenXtothe7thPower 2 роки тому +1

    Was Akela a little mad with you after she settled back in?! That cute grumbling.. 😂.

  • @stephanieali6083
    @stephanieali6083 2 роки тому

    Glad you had an awesome trip with your mom. It looked like it was amazing. The jewelry was beautiful

  • @cartercarlson2422
    @cartercarlson2422 2 роки тому

    I enjoyed your journey immensely. Iceland looked magical. Enjoy your next journey.

  • @Mtnsunshine
    @Mtnsunshine 2 роки тому

    Gorgeous jewelry from Alex. 👍👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼. And Chloe is so smart and sweet. You are very lucky to have met them. 👍👍

  • @laurajolley7685
    @laurajolley7685 2 роки тому

    It looks like you had a wonderful time. What a kind, and beautiful gift, from your new friends. 😊 Glad to see you home and with Akela. Thanks again for sharing your experience!

  • @karenb1627
    @karenb1627 2 роки тому

    You do have impact. 💜

  • @girland2vandogs
    @girland2vandogs 2 роки тому

    Oh my gosh! Akela’s happy howls ❤️❤️❤️

  • @angeladawn805
    @angeladawn805 2 роки тому

    11:25 in, finishing off my lunch break, now I have to wipe the tears away, thanks a bunch!!!! (I'm gunna re-watch when I get home) x xxxx x

  • @beeamerica5024
    @beeamerica5024 2 роки тому

    Well getting reunited brought a big smile to my face and I love silver jewelry such nice folks but see you there you can break down anywhere with any vehicle goes with the territory bet you are tired though was a beautiful place Iceland 😊👌👏😉🐝

    • @Linneaandakela
      @Linneaandakela  2 роки тому +1

      I’m so glad this made you smile, thank you!

  • @David_11111
    @David_11111 2 роки тому

    yay