My Simple Scandinavian Life

We are still far away from spring. It seems like winter is tightening its grip while elsewhere in the world spring is already starting.

I share my simple daily chores and thoughts living here in the North. Thank you for being here, and supporting my work 💙

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[sannavaara]

Hello, you all 💙 I''ve been reading your comments all morning, and I'm dazzled of all of your kindness not only towards me but also towards of each others ❤ I'm thankful that you take the time to write here, and share your love out to the world. Let's continue that, it is what this world needs ❤

And as a side note, there're many comments on why I use the word "Scandinavian" though Finland is not a part of Scandinavia. Finland is not geographically a part of Scandinavia but I have personally always thought that our culture here in the North is very similar to our neighbour countries. For many centuries people have moved across Finland, Sweden and Norway, especially here in the North, and shared similar culture. That is why I use this word but I do understand it is confusing.

Thank you for all of you who share your corner of the world and your life stories here. I'm sending you all the warmth and love I can to your different situations in life ❤❤

[kenallison]

There is nothing better than an "uneventful" but meaningful life. Many people find every-day-life more interesting than busy vacations, talking a mile-a-minute videos and watching a "set stage". In your life, there is beauty like no other...who tires of a beautiful flower in their garden year after year? Last but not least, "snow washing", how INTERESTING! Thank you!

[happykat]

The older I get, the more tired I get looking at everyone's busy lives. No, thanks! Been there, done that. I'm happy relaxing these days. And I'm not even that great at it, but I'm learning. There's something to be said for slowing down and enjoying life at home.

[carriebuhler]

I'm from a small, rural town in Kansas, USA and I love living a simpler life than I would if I lived elsewhere. When I was completing my teaching degree I was blessed to spend 6 months living in Vaxjo, Sweden, so I am drawn to the simplicity, the familiarity and the heart of your videos. They bring back wonderful memories, including a brief trip to Finland with such generous people. I admit that I am amazed at your knitting skills! Your sweaters which you snow wash are some of the most beautiful I've ever seen! I wish at your age I had been gifted with your wisdom. Your words have struck a chord within me. Thank you ❤

[christinel.]

Your knitted sweaters are just beautiful!!! You have such a talent. I live in New York City and I admire the winters also. I am a Christian and the winters remind me that during life’s battles, God is with me, and He is my source of strength.❤

[myviewkristinamclaughlin]

Absolutely magical! ❤
I live in Michigan USA and I just learned today that first Finns that migrated here often mixed with native nation Ojibve. They were apparently called finndians! I plan on reading more about this interesting fact. Originally from ST. Petersburg Russia I’ve been to Finland many times including the far North. I’ve always been fascinated with your land, Sanna and its people. Such a mesmerizing culture and way of living.
Thank you for your lovely and peaceful documentary of your everyday life.

[Rainerjgs]

What a noble and lovable young woman with an extremely deep, pure soul that is most compelling and inspiring to all unbiased people!

[CharleneSomers]

I love to have a simple life. Everyone complains about how fast time is going by. It's because they spend their days on phones, computers, social media etc while life is moving by...
we used to enjoy people, places and things, but now its phones, computers and the never ending social media. No one likes it but we feel we must do it or we are not "normal". I'll take your way of life any day!

[ИринаШнайдер-шж]

Спасибо за видео, было очень интересно увидеть твою жизнь, твою стирку шерстяных вещей просто в снегу . Я сегодня тоже стирала свои коврики в свежем пушистом снегу, я их чистила так . я часто это делаю, но только коврики. Теперь буду знать, что можно и вещи освежать в снегу . Мне понравился твой дом, юбки твои, печь, как ты вяжешь в кресле ... Спасибо за снятое северное сияние над твоим домом, это великолепно ! Виды заснеженных равнин, лесов и деревень... Благодарю !!!

[marijkeschellenbach]

Your sweaters and socks are simply beautiful and as a sock knitter I admire the intricate patterns you use, which I guess are pretty much the norm in the Scandinavian countries. This video gave me so much peace, thank you for sharing your life.

[MyBearhugger]

Thank you! Your video is so beautiful and so calming - even the "snow washing." Thank you for sharing your heart, your thoughts and your lovely (though harsh) surroundings.

[SupermodelKara]

As a fellow knitter, I love when you share about your knitting. I think your handknit sweaters are so beautiful! Your videos are always so calming and enjoyable to watch. Thank you

[nathaire]

I live a similar style of life remotely on the west coast of Scotland. I wouldn't change it for anything. So I understand.

[brandiva]

I suffer from panic and anxiety but watching these videos calms me. Thank you! 💗

[michelleadonis]

Hello, Your channel popped up on my " feed" 2 weeks ago. I am the type of person that when content like your channel touches me so deeply, l have to start right at the very beginning from when you started. Everyday, l have just been in complete awe of you and your life journey. Watching your life grow and blossom and burst full of life and love in all you do!!! You have such a warm loving personality, it just eminates through the screen and your cinematography is so captivating, you make me feel, l am lost in your world, travelling and seeing everything with you. You have an amazing gift to do that. You are so talented with everything you touch. My world is very small, l am unable to walk, so my life is trapped between a wheelchair and the bed. But when l watch your videos, l get so lost, l feel l am a bird, flying experiencing all the amazing stories of your life. I want to Thankyou for that!!! And very big congratulations on being engaged, !!!! I wish you all the love and happiness that such a rare a beautiful soul of yours deserves. I am a really shy person, and find it so hard to leave comments, but l just had to push myself to write, and say Thankyou for your inspiring and completely captivating world you offer to all of us. Sending so much gratitude and love your way.💫🙏💫💗✨💗🌟❤️🌟🌹🌈🌹

[robsin]

I am 76 and still have my mother’s hand knitted jumpers, that she made for me. When can I visit.🤣🤣🤣👍🇦🇺🙏

[elesganharamnaloteria]

The snow is beautiful. But it really brings a lot of inconvenience. Here where I live we don't have snow. We are delighted to see these beautiful white landscapes. But we have no idea how much harder it is to spend long weeks with so much snow. It's good that spring is now near. Thank you for sharing.

[portfoliolongo]

It’s been almost a month since my wife and I came back from our 10-day trip to Finland and Norway above the Arctic Circle and under the Northern Lights. It was such a flawless, beautiful, and enchanting excursion in so many different ways, so unlike what we’re accustomed to, that in some ways the experience almost deserves to dissipate. I say almost, almost because parts of that experience have settled into our bones reminding us of the timelessness that brackets our lives. Thank you again for your video productions and everything behind them.

[marcoaugusto]

hello Sanna Vaara, I am a 68 years old italian living and working in Bangkok, Thailand....The weather is too hot and the air quality is miserable...I find your videos beautiful and so relaxing, all that snow and fresh air....so beautiful.

[meghemmerich]

I love winter and miss it so much. Winters here in the Midwest aren’t what they were when I was a child. I love the snow, the cold, and the beauty of the winter wonderland. Your sweaters are absolutely gorgeous, and this style is my favorite winter wear. Thank you for sharing your life with us. I, too, prefer the simplicity of life. Like you, I prefer to create (sewing blankets and other home goods). It brings such joy to my life. To me, this is a life well lived.