5 Habits of Icelanders I've Picked Up After Living Here for 4+ Years
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- Опубліковано 26 сер 2020
- It's not terribly surprising that some habits of Icelandic people have rubbed off on me after living here for more than 4 years. I share the 5 that are most noticeable to me in this video.
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I’m so happy the algorithm suggested this... even tho i’ve never been interested in icelandic culture 😂 I AM NOW
Me too.
SAME
Yup! 😆
I was just going to comment this too!
Same!!!
If you wash the sweater by hand in shampoo and cool water, rinse, and wash in cream rinse, it will remove the itchiness. The wool is like hair, and will condition the same way.
Thanks
Ty for the tip!
That’s really interesting.
wow! thanks for that education, I had no idea!🙋🏾♀️
and are you meaning to wash it in very light/thin solution of cream rinse/hair conditioner, without rinsing it out? or a normal amount of conditioner that we SHOULD rinse out? and imagining that sulfite-free or all-natural shampoo and conditioner would be best?
@@DiandraStarShine Fill the sink up again with lukewarm water. This time, mix about 6 tablespoons of hair conditioner into the water. Submerge the sweater completely and let it soak for about 10 minutes. This will allow conditioner to fully absorb into the sweater and soften the fibers.
“A cake In the office just to get people through the day”. I connected with that on a deep level
That's exactly how I reacted to that, too, LOL!
😄🤭
lol
I am Icelandic, and that is serious truth about loving sweets! 😃💕
@@rebeccatranquility960 There must be a fair amount of discipline w/ that in other key areas, because I've never noticed Icelanders to stand out as heavy people. It seemed the opposite actually.
in Norway we said “no bad weather only bad clothes.”
Same here. 😊
Hilarious! Hahaha
That is hardcore
Same with backpackers.
“ there is no bad weather, only bad gear”
@@Imnotscaredofyou69 good evening
Her voice and demeanor is so calm. Like I just want to hear her talking more.
Aww, thank you 😊
Yes I feel the same. Shes very cheery and I love her laugh!
That's possible because she hasn't been living in the US for 4 years 😁
@@Michelle-ek5do ...🤣🤣how is that true, sad, and funny at the same time?!
I love your vibe!
Thank you 😊
@@AllThingsIceland me too!
Yeah, me too! Very authentic. 😃
AND her sweater!!:). Love both💕
@@Nan-1017 Yeah, the sweater and vibe got me out of bed this morning!😁
"If it's just raining a little bit, that's no big deal" and by the end of the video, it's raining a little bit. No big deal. Didn't even get a mention. Perfect! So glad the algorithm sent you to me. You're a ray of sunshine! 😊
😂 thanks.
Right! I have no idea why/how I got here but I’m glad I’m here 🙂
Have you heard of Ireland?!
Yes, praises to the algorithm gods for this treasure.
Gev
In Norway the sweater is a Lusekofte. Wool doesn't get soaked in the damp and the pattern shows what part of Norway it's from.
That’s cool.
Now I am going to look up pictures because I love culture and fashion.
Also 100% wool feels not cold to the touch, you can say warm even when wet.
It's probably the same as in Scotland. There was a different pattern for each village so they could identify the bodies of lost fishermen.
Neat! TFS!
I love Iceland!!! It is such a beautiful country and my sisters and I were always the only black people everywhere we went but people were so kind and friendly we had a blast and I would love to go back. It's awesome to see a Black American woman living there and thriving. I think America can learn a lot from how great Iceland is and their lifestyle. The hot springs were my favorite part of the country and we went daily in every city we visited while there. You said it's summer but it's snowing lol.........
So glad to hear you had an awesome time here. 🤗
The air there looks lovely and fresh, and clean. And listening to you is lovely and fresh as well. Very enjoyable video ☘🧚♂️🇮🇪
Thank you. Yes, the air is amazing. 😊
I love her! Her voice and smile are so relaxing. She exudes such joy. I’m in.
Thank you 😊
She really does! So glad I found her!!
That's her Blackness.
@@AllThingsIceland How do Icelanders deal with seasonal affective disorder because of the long dark winters? Do they use full spectrum lights at home?
Re: dealing with weather. On a brief visit to Iceland our guide described how teachers take their kids outdoors for their lunch everyday. “This is how we make little Vikings,” she said.
kids go every single school day outside, twice a day. its super normal haha!
It's a beautiful place. I love to see black women living in beautiful places. I'm sure you feel great because you look happy.
Thank you. Yes, I do feel great and I love living in Iceland. 😊
y do u care what their race is?
@@ifusubtomepewdiepiewillgiv1569 if you don't get it, you don't get it. Move along.
@January1487 ?? this isnt confidential information
@@ifusubtomepewdiepiewillgiv1569 No it is not but if you have to question the comment being made it wasn't intended for your understanding... nothing top secret at all just an understanding/feeling you may or may not ever experience...no harm done
your vibe is just a ray of sunshine!!
Aww, thank you. ❤️🌞
Totally agree! It’s her whole vibe isn’t it?! Just immediately comes across so so likeable and someone you’d want to be around. 💕
my boyfriend is Icelandic and the causalness you spoke about is also something that reflects a lot of respect. Its not just kids that have to respect the elderly, the elderly also have to respect the kids. Its the same in Norway, where a lot of outsiders think we are disrespectful because we dont use a lot of superficial titles and polite phrases, but as a norwegian I find some foregneirs a bit disrespecful because everyone is not threated with the same respect. Idk its hard to explain :)
OMG! This is so exciting to get a video on a black woman in Iceland! I currently live in Vietnam. This UA-cam algorithm is acting right today!
OMG and she is straight too, just like me! OMG we have so much in common and I feel so represented by her! I never knew straight people could travel! This is so OMG.
@@dude988 Icelandic is pretty white, so seeing a black woman in Iceland would be more special than seeing someone that's a majority.
@@RoxiriOrSokai this video is not about her being black. Or a woman. There is no need to point out her race as if it would be something special or important. She is just a person living in a different country, explaining what habits she adapted. I didn't even think about the colour of her skin when I saw this video. We are all equal and pointing out something that has nothing to do with the content of the video isn't helping anybody. It rather separates us more.
YES
I'm saying the same thing. The only reason why I'm here.
I am South African. My mother is German and my father is Afrikaans (well Dutch/German heritage). We say Ajai jai! Same meaning. The Nordic languages haven't changed much. Nice to see this.
I don't think it has the same meaning, I wouldn't use ajaijai as a sound of relief, I'd use it as a sound of "uh, this is difficult/hard". For example "ajaijai, die Klausur wird nicht gut." ("Ajaijai, this exam won't have good results"
We dont ajai ha. We say "ja" or "ja ja". For english speakers, the " j" is pronounced like a "y".
Cajuns (like my mom) say ‘ai-yai-yai’ lol
Hello
I’m Portuguese and West African (Cape Verdean) and we use Ajai jai when we are overwhelmed or in place of ‘oh my god!’ when we are annoyed, etc.
Jaeja sounds like Dave Chappelle's imitation of Lil Jon. lol
😂😂😂
😂🤣 Totally!!
Yep
Once you hear it, you can't unhear it...lol.
😂😂😂😂
I lived in Iceland as a kid..military brat.. I loved it there and I want to go back. My sister was born there so she has dual citizenship.. People always rubbed our heads for good luck..especially my brother so glad to see you represent🙋🏾😂
rubbed your head for good luck? how does that work?
@Tommie Brooks you know like I know I was being nice that's some cold racist shit right there
They were low key touching your hair, which was foreign to them.
My mom and dad kept the 'racist' aspect hidden from my brother and me although I knew what was going on..she always turned the situations into teaching moments. Like how they were amazed our hair didn't look wet from being in the pool...til we shook our heads..they would be in awe and many became good friends afterwards.. Wish I kept in touch..I would have them send my some haddock..its the best fish in the world but it must come from Iceland💁🏾😂
@WorldSoulExotica too many American black people are arrogant and thinned skinned. I was constantly approached about Ugandans wanting to touch my red hair, even take a picture with me, was that racist? Get over yourselves learn to take a compliment. I want to post a disgust emoji but there are no ginger emojis. Oh the horror! 🙄
Yeah, the only time I ever missed school here in Iceland because of weather was when the wind was so bad that it literally ripped part of the roof off my school...
😮😂
It sounds alot like the UK:
People wear alot of black
We love sweets,puddings and desserts.
Things can be expensive.
Apart from that, I can't wait to see the landscape and meet the people!
Yæja is like やばい/ヤバイ (yabai) in Japanese! Normally it means “dangerous” but young people now use it for a variety of things that if you were to describe in American terms would be like “hell yeah!” in a positive sense or “oh shit!” in a negative sense. I didn’t think I’d be using it either but I find it fun to use every now and then😊
I love to hear the experiences of other African Americans living abroad and especially in more unusual places.
I have lived in Israel more than 20 years and some of the things you spoke of I identify with.I left Israel in 1989 after living there most of the 1980's and I constantly threw out Hebrew words to people when speaking English.Sometimes I would even forget how to say something in my native tongue!lol.
Live your best life!I know that I am!
What an interesting story you seem to have!
Love this. Shana Tova 😊
The more I learn about Iceland (weather, culture, etc.), the more I think it's a place I definitely want to go. It seems like a place for me. I love hearing you talk about it.
So glad you are interested in visiting. 😊
The asexual logo! I just discovered in grey ace!
My daughter visited and we took advantage of Iceland Air’s stopover (that was so awesome!). She absolutely loved it and can’t stop talking about it. She’s been to many countries including tropical ones but Iceland is her fave of all! 👍🏼👍🏼
Awesome! 😊
Really happy that the YT algorithm recommended your video. Love your energy, your locs and your knowledge on Iceland!
Thank you! ❤️
Silly question, do you now have an accent?
You are such a good storyteller, laughing and using your hands and whatnot. Totally felt like we were having a conversation; I wanted to nod and say "Nei!?" back, hahahaha. Anyway, I remember feeling similarly during my 4-5 years in Germany (I was married to a German). And regarding language, I did the same thing as you! I came home for a visit one time and my mom picked me up from the airport and asked me if I was hungry. "Nein." Totally answered her in German! I also used to travel with an extra suitcase. I mean, PEANUT BUTTER, canned tuna, refried beans, and other things... I did end up making flour tortillas by hand because you couldn't get them in Germany at the time (might be different now). Anyway, I totally enjoyed this video (clicked on it randomly) and now I'm a new subscriber! Looking forward to watching more of your videos.:) Cheers!
I found myself just about talking back to her during the video...like she was talking right to me!😂 She reminds me of a beloved cousin of mine. 🥰
If you said 'nay' anywhere in Northern England they would understand it as 'no' because it's also used there. Something to do with Viking invasions.
Yay
Can it not simply be because vowels in short, common words are very quick to shift and change in dialectal variations? German has this as well. "Nein" is the standard version of "no," but in Berlin people often say "nee" (neh). In most of Austria and Bavaria, it's often "na." "Nö" is common in the regions near Hamburg.
OP is right. Look up Shetlandic. It's a blend of English and Norsemen tongues. Due to the vikings and the regular Norsemen who settled in Northern UK. There were more immigrants than vikings. Viking only refers to the raiders. Norse is the word for the people.
In Dutch we say nee, which is pronounced exactly like nay in English
Your locs are stunning!
They are legit perfect.
@@GavrielAbrahams Literally. Wow 🤩
Her laugh reminds me of Cameron Diaz'. It drove me crazy for a while who it was, but I finally got it! She's beautiful, but the weather, for me, no way!
😂 thank you
@@AllThingsIceland You're man must be worth it, Congrats!
You'd be surprised at how mild the weather is - winters are more moderate than in most of the US Midwest!
Omg yes! Lol
Now that Ding Dong song from Will Ferrell’s Eurovision movie makes sense 😂
Oooo! I loved that movie!💖
Hahaha JAEJA DING DONG ALWAYS!
oh how I envy you! Iceland is amazing. My love for Iceland started when I was a child and had to do a report on a country. I chose Iceland at random, but as I researched it, I fell in love with it. Managed to make my way out there, finally, in 2016 and I cannot wait to visit again. So glad the patron saint of algorithms suggested this video for me. I'll now binge the whole channel.
I hope you are able to come back in the near future. 😊
Patron saint of algorithms found me , too! (..and I'm not mad)
Same with me.
Dairy products are typically most vitamin d enriched. Craving those in Iceland makes a lot of sense. Actually, keeping r vitamin d level up is really important up north. It not only keeps your teeth and bones strong, it also keeps colds and flu at bay.
I don’t know about Iceland, but in Norway Vitamin D is not added to most dairy products. We do eat a lot of fatty fish and take fish oil supplements, though.
Plus, Icelandic dairy products are SO DELICIOUS. It's hard to describe why the butter is so freaking tasty, but it really is
It feels like something Americans absolutely take for granted, how easy it is to get everything, and so cheaply! Amazon , or general overseas ordering is a lot more expensive in most other places.
Jeeja sounda exactly like how we use the word f*ck here in Australia. Surprised, angry, happy, finally finished something, you can say it in all ways!
Same in USA.
Iceland is an amazing place. Anybody traveling from America to Europe should go by Iceland Air. Great airline and you get an overnight stay in Iceland, coming and going, with time to explore. Hotels in Reykjavik are chic, as is the town. Lots of interesting shops, cafes, architecture and museums. You have enough time for a road trip to the waterfalls, Blue Lagoon, etc. The country side is out of this world.
Your video just showed up in my “Home”. Cool! I’ve been to Iceland twice, and I love it there! I should have gone initially, 25 plus years ago when I was 1st invited. I’m also African-American and it’s so refreshing to go to a country where you’d think you’d feel so different, but I actually felt so comfortable and welcomed. I’m from N California, so I know how to layer my clothes. I enjoy how casual people are, but there’s some cool, funky style going on there too! 👍🏾👍🏾
I'm in love with the clarity of her speach. Supernice clear consonants , and speach speed. And even if you dont watch hear that she is kinda smiling while she speaks. Super wholesome, love from Norway
So happy to have found this channel! I studied in England 15 years and while there, I visited Iceland and fell in love! ( I’m also a huge Björk fan, so😆🙃💁🏽♀️) ♥️
Awesome. She’s an amazing artist.
Several years ago I learned Thai. In Thai, their expression for 'changing your mind' translates as "changing your heart." Also, the word for "cute" translates to "easy to love." I love this because it gives you a sense of their culture. I bet it's beautiful there.
Absolutely love that!
Did u use translate or? Bc i im 70% sure its not true actually 90%
I think you were an Icelander in past life...you feel Icelandic 😊
I believe it 😂
Love that sweater! And that it started raining at the end.
I also grew up on the east coast where all adults were Miss/Mrs/Mr/Dr, etc, then I moved to Oregon which is much more casual, including grade-school kids calling their teachers by their first names.
Thank you!
That's fascinating that kids do that in Oregon. Thanks for sharing.
Learning a new language later in life where you can appreciate the eccentricity of languages more is exciting. I learned Ukrainian at 35 and what stood out to me is how spoiled we are for adjectives in English because so many languages have blended together in its formation ie: Romance, Germanic, Celtic. I even noticed times when our teacher would use Russian if she was stuck for a word and I suppose had she been from Lviv, she may have used Polish or German. Thank you for the video, your excitement is palpable 😚😷🌈✌💯💕
Ukrainian??? Wow!!! This is so rare! Our language and culture are a slowly fading away I think, so it's such a pleasure to see someone to put an effort to learn it! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
@@bogdanafilonich33 I have been fascinated with Ukraine since I found out it existed when I was 8 or 9. I loved the Cossacks, after learning of the infamous letter they sent to the Ottoman Sultan and the beautiful painting by Repin showing them constructing it, how could I not be fascinated. I had wanted to go to Ukraine in 2014 but due to the political climate at the time Australians were advised not to go and I ended up in Lithuania, another place that has fascinated me for the longest time. I have s dream to return, for longer, to Eastern Europe, I think I was born in the wrong place 😚
@@ohnoitsthecatman738 that's incredible! You are such a great person! Yes, you should visit 100%
@@bogdanafilonich33 Aww thank you xoxo im a very ordinary boy who to solice in books about places he could run away to and never be found and brought back. Luckily childhood isnt forever 😚
Very interesting
This country seemsss soooo chill and perfect!
It is super chill, especially in the Westfjords. I was only visiting that part for a few weeks but I felt even more relaxed there.
@@AllThingsIceland and quiet loved it there
Hello
You have such a friendly and kind vibe. :)
Thank you ❤️
I love the sort of climate that is wet and cold.10°C on a summer’s day is about perfect for me.
Every step in our path makes an impression on our souls. This adventure your having will stick with you for life.
I dated for 2 years at 16 & 17 a deaf boy. Over 2 years I learned sign language very well. Even today at 42 I find myself signing words to my husband and kids they have no idea what they mean. Lol
Wow! I love Iceland !! so it's great to see.. 'Nai' is used in old English.. but we say ' Na ' now.. And I'm familiar with yaya .. but I can't remember where but it was in Canada where I grew up which is very multicultural!! So I'm Jamaican born raised in the U.K. And Canada and I've lived in Australia for over 30 yeas !! I love the beauty of Iceland ..The air must be awesome.. lucky girl !! ❤️
She's really beautiful and has good energy.Thanks for the video
Yes👍🌞
I married a Swedish man and moved to Stockholm a few years ago, and boy do they love there godis here. Every food store has a wide range of pastrys (fika) and almost a wall of pic a mix. Saturdays is the day to buy sweets although it is hardly on sale except for the few odd occasions and easter etc.
Was there in 2001, loved it. Went to a pool in Isafjordur on what was Memorial Day weekend back here, but it was snowing there. I wear my sweater all winter long back here in the Mid-Atlantic. What was crazy to me was the parking--people would park on any random postage-stamp size slot--be it up on medians or wherever. LOVED the traffic lights, though. Wish we had those back here.
I was stationed in Iceland for a total of 6 years in the 1980's. Thanks for bringing back so many memories!
Icelandic person with an interesting story about "everyone is in first name basis". I went to the uk about 2 years ago and while going thru customs a passport reader machine was acting up, so a guy working there went to help and said "step over here please ma'am " or something like that...... and i felt REALLY uncomfortable being called ma'am, it honestly made me feel kinda bad for the rest of the day. I didn't say anything as i knew it wasn't the guys fault, it was just something I'm not used to. One of the weirdest reactions i've had, and didn't even know id react like that
Oh wow! It’s fascinating that it goes both ways. Meaning, you felt weird that it happened because you’re not used to it and I’ve felt strange when it didn’t happen because I was used to it. 😂
Interesting, did you ever feel uncomfortable with how often British people say please and thank you to each other all the time? I'm from England
@@Donny427 not really, but a few times i felt like i was being rude for not saying it, it was odd
I don’t like being called ma’am either and I am British
We dont really use titles in Ireland either, I don't think I ever have
I'm not sure how I got here, but I'm happy I did. Thank you for sharing the cultural habits that you picked up living in Iceland, with us! Visiting Iceland is definitely on my travel list. Love and appreciation to all!
Listened to your podcast but didn’t know you had a channel. So cool to see other black folks in Iceland
So many of these things are how I feel about moving/living in Switzerland. The extra bag had me laughing, we totally do that too, even the kids!
😂😂😂 that’s awesome. How long have you been living in Switzerland?
That sweater looks fab on you. 😍
Agreed it's beautiful sweater
Wow...29 of us thought that. Me thought the same... :)
I'm loving that sweater too 💛 Wondering if it is hand knit???
Hello
Yo Sis, Icelandic is a Germanic language, just like English, so “Ja” and “Nei” are related to “Yes”/“Yeah,” and “No”/“Nay.” Funny enough, ICELAND is the first place I ever set foot outside the USA!! (But only at the airport!!! Lol) Nice to see another Black person, another Black American, another Black woman, in ICELAND! Weatherwise, a bit like Minnesota! 😏
Same! Black women from Minnesota here!
All humans come from Africa. Travel this world like everyone in it is family, we are!
No it’s not German
@@TreyNitrotoluene No they don't. The oldest ancestor of the human is the Graecopithecus, which was found in Europe.
I think what she means, though, is that she's starting to use Ja and Né when she's in the middle of an conversation in English, not Icelandic (in other words, she's getting really good at the Icelandic 🙂)
I'm so glad that thos video popped up while I'm.on my lunch break. I'm also an expat (living in Ireland) and Iceland is on my list for places to visit. Love your positive energy:)
Hello
I have been to Iceland 3 years ago, such a gorgeous country. Will definitely be back in the future!
Yay!
It’s interesting how culture is built from so many little, subtle things 🙂 stuff nobody gets to see as a tourist
The sugar/sweets thing is pretty interesting. We used to use a lot of sugar and salt tp preserve foods, so I guess having those tastes is something we still crave. It's just interesting to note (I should mention that I'm not Icelandic, but some things are pretty much universal in northern Europe).
My late husband and I honeymooned in Iceland in December 2013. We loved it so much. Culturally, there was a lot that reminded us of Australia (where we’re from). Their relaxed attitude and humour specifically.
Great video xx
Some of the words are used in Scotland and also the knitwear is familiar and ofcource the idea of cake and sweets is a staple for us here in Scotland!
Jaeja sounds like Lil Jon when he says “YEAYAH!” Lol feels totally natural girl, whatchtalkin bout 😂😂😂😂
“WHAT?!”
Lol, sorry, couldn’t resist 😄
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Ohhhhhhhhhkay!
Angelica Stern 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Number 2 was also my experience in Sweden. We called our professors at university by their first name. As a German, that's a very unusual thing to do.. Might be a generalized Scandinavian thing..
we do that in the netherlands too, which def feels weird after high school lol I still find myself calling a professor by their first name but then using the formal version of "you"
In Norddeutschland wird/wurde das DuSie verwendet. Beispiel " Moin Herr Schröder, hast du kurz Zeit XY zu besprechen?
@@essie23la wait do you mean that people call their uni professors by their first name or their HS professors by their first name? Because in my high school we definitly had to call our teachers Meneer/Mevrouw. I think that the only time I didn't use that was when I was talking between friends about our teachers and even then we'd use their last name.
HappilyEverAfter in Finland also. We call out teachers and professors by their first name. From first grade to College and uni.
@@marjar.5978 Same in Israel.
I’m so glad you came up in my algorithms! I love your personality and subscribed.
Thank you. 😊
OMG!!! I lived in Iceland for 3 years back in the mid 80s. One of the best experiences I ever had even though I hate the cold. Lol
You need to have a wool sweater to keep the Yule Cat at bay! I love my sweater! It was the greatest souvenir I have ever purchased. Grab a box of Tritlar for me!!
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So glad to hear that you love your sweater. They are awesome!
I am an Icelander and your voice sounds Icelandic
Takk kærlega.
All Things Iceland ekki málið
I wish you would have shown the sweater your wearing
...and maybe even shared where to get one. This one is beautiful, and there is nothing like Icelandic wool to keep you warm in winter. It´s almost as though it adapts to temperature. It sure would be awesome to find a place that ships them to Europe.;)
I had the same thought!
I think Arne and Carlos (famous knit designers from Norway) might have ideas. Their new winter knit design selection has done Icelandic type designs.
Nosey
@@susannemerk204
She probably got hers there, though 😉
I picked up the habit of saying ai-ya after living in China for 2 years and it feels very natural.
Lol, in the last few months, Uncle Roger has given us all permission to use it. As well as "Fui-yoh" 😆
I regret not taking military orders to iceland ...they wanted to send me there but it would have been my 3rd cold deployment and I couldn’t take anymore cold
This caught my attention, because I had the same opportunity back in 2004 and I blew it. I did a generic search and being from California, stationed in NJ at that time, I was scared of the long winters and short days. Looking back, I should have went!!!
A nubian Queen on iceland. Welcome to the nordic 😁
Thanks 😊
@@AllThingsIceland Slap me for being fresh and hope not to sound superficial, but you are a true beauty!
Thanks for the intro to Iceland. Was there for a jet refueling stop years ago. Recently retired from teaching... have added it to my travel bucket list.
So glad this video was suggested by UA-cam. You are charming and I love the scenery and comparisons
I don’t know why you popped up in my recommended, but I’m absolutely here for it! I so loved my one vacation in Iceland and you let me relive it. Thanks!
I’m not sure how this popped up in my feed, but I’m so glad it did!
I completely understand what you said about adopting sayings from other languages and using them when speaking a different language. I find myself using certain Italian or Spanish phrases in English just because they fit the circumstance so much better than an English word at that moment.
😊 awesome
I’m struck how similar my experiences are moving from the south the the Pacific Northwest. Seattle has a strong Norwegian influence but the weather is similar.
How fascinating. 😊
So glad this was in my recommended!
This was so fun and interesting! Thanks!
This is so cool because I took another sister to the airport a year back who was heading to Iceland for a great price. I said really Iceland ? And she was so excited. Good to see our people everywhere.
We are everywhere!!
Racist
@@ricks1314 😂😂 The fact that her comment isn't racist is what makes your comment funny
HeHello
@@8ThatUp2
Such a beautiful twist to what could have been a.... otherwise.....???? comment 😜
#Bravo👍👍😄❤️😄
You look so relaxed and happy!!! It is beautiful to see your face shining with a life lived so well!!
Thank you 🤗
This is so fascinating!!
Very helpful and interesting!
Your voice is like a bell! I love the feel of this video and the energy in your gorgeous soul!
Thank you so much for the lovely compliment. 😊
I just found out your channel and it brought back some great memories from my vacation in Iceland! I still cherish my itchy wool sweater that I have bought as a souvenir and I wear it when it's freezing haha :D
That’s awesome! Glad to hear that your sweater is coming in handy. 😊
Iceland is so fascinating to me! Thank you for sharing
I love this! I love you! Thanks for sharing. ❤️
This is the first video of yours that I’ve watched. I was just scrolling through UA-cam and there you were. I have to admit it is rather fascinating to see an American who lives in Iceland. You are such a beautiful vivacious woman and your presentation and delivery of everything Iceland was extremely informative. I will be watching more of your videos and it would be good if you could film parts of Iceland and incorporate them into your videos. I don’t know if you’ve already done that I’ll have to watch some of your videos to see. Great job and thank you for this fun unusual video. Sending hugs from the swamp land of Louisiana USA.
Thank you for the lovely comment. One of my goals is to film outside more. Will be trying to do that, weather permitting, in the future. Sending hugs back to you. 🤗
For one, I am watching this on my living room TV and the picture and sound quality... are... PRISTINE!!! Vel gert!!! And I absolutely adore your energy. I'm only about halfway through but I'm hoping you'll mention the Icelandic habit of speaking on an INHALE. They mostly do it with the word JÁ (sometimes "nei") and they don't seem to realize that they do this unless a tourist points it out to them. And yes, when I'm there for more than a week or two, I find myself doing it, too!
Swedes do this too! When I was learning Swedish in college my professor told me that sometimes saying yes could simply be a small inhale. Leave it to Nordic ppl to find a way of talking without talking haha :)
Honey LaBronx quite a few people in Dublin did that when I lived there, it only seems to be with the word yes tho
Omg the Danish do it too, so funny 🤣🤣🤣
Eastern Canadians do this too! *inhales* Yep, yep!
Your smile is infectious! Thanks for uploading 😊
the beautiful scenery plus your soothing voice i love this
After i came back to the US after living in Denmark for 2 years a long time ago, I did the same thing as you but I would say certain words in Danish, or even just start talking in Danish to my friends ))) Thanks for sparking that memory .
😂😂 that’s awesome. Thanks for sharing.
Lol I’d like to see the expression on your friend’s faces when you start talking to them in Danish! 🤔🤣
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They sort of had this question mark kind of look, it was pretty funny )))
Girl I just discovered this in my recommended today and I LOVE your vibes and your content. Thank you for sharing your experiences with this amazing culture. ❤️ Love from Maine
Very cool insight thank you
What great energy you have, delightful insights.
I really love your enthusiasm and energy in this video. I’ve only seen Iceland through photographers’ videos, so it’s great to get some insight from someone who actually lives there. Hope to visit Iceland some day!
Thank you 😊
In Serbia there is a beautiful little village called Sirogojno, that has a history of knitwear made out of high quality icelandic wool. Back in the day, when Yugoslavia was still up, the whole World knew about those famous sweaters. It was published in french magazines, it was all over french and american catwalks. And all the work was done by hand, made by the elderly and young women in that village. When I was there, I was suprised how itchy the wool is. Must be the same up on the north too. :)
Love your vibes! I long to see iceland soon!
Girl, I am loving your channel! So much information needed when planning a trip!