THIS IS AMERICA'S SMALLEST TOWN (meet the ONLY resident)
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3 жыл бұрынWe spent 24 hours in America's smallest town with the one and only resident - a feisty 87 year old woman named Elsie.
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Vlog 760 | Monowi, Nebraska, USA | State 23/50 | Filmed March 9, 2021
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@aym_97 3 жыл бұрын
I don't know if I am the only one that sees it this way, but that lady is still sharp for 87 years old.
@helenwinston9455 3 жыл бұрын
all the older ladies are like that here! Most of them are tiny but make grown men cower 🤣
@exspectro8823 3 жыл бұрын
And my grandmother is 87 looks like a raisin that have been dried 50 times
@jimgood1949 3 жыл бұрын
Age is just a number. If you remain active you can stay sharp forever.
@salan3507 3 жыл бұрын
She is sharp and the fact that she doesn't wear a mask also means she has a great BS radar.
@northernpunx1978 3 жыл бұрын
@@salan3507 ...
@mirandakeyser5054 3 жыл бұрын
It used to be a population of 2, but her husband died. It was a sad day for us Nebraskan’s.
@jaeysteezy 3 жыл бұрын
Ma Hart... ma soul...
@wmichel8919 3 жыл бұрын
I know half of a town’s population dead
@johnnyvincent5405 3 жыл бұрын
Half of the population died damn..
@kbanghart 3 жыл бұрын
Gosh, Thanos would be happy. The remaining resident gets all the resources!
@ashleylarrew6827 3 жыл бұрын
Now half the towns populations dead😢😢😢😢😢
@barron4755 3 жыл бұрын
She's extremely Sharp - it just goes to show how being busy and keeping active keeps the Mind fresh.
@yusufshahaha 3 жыл бұрын
Yea i was just abt to comment thjs
@tatama5782 2 жыл бұрын
Clean and clear mind, untainted by the craziness of populated cities
@kbanghart 2 жыл бұрын
@@tatama5782 I live near a city and it's good
@jessicabee6121 3 жыл бұрын
Rudy’s library is a treasure. How wonderful and lovely to honour his memory that way. So sweet.
@Barrett-tq7pq 3 ай бұрын
I still remember when it was built. Rudy was my great uncle.
@predictorbibulous3327 3 жыл бұрын
"If you want to move here and be called mayor, I don't care" this lady is at maximum chill
@iriskeniafernandez 3 жыл бұрын
Sign me up
@ashleynicolle7047 3 жыл бұрын
I was your 1,100th like 😊
@bellacigne Жыл бұрын
id love to put “mayor” on my resume
@joedenicola5857 3 жыл бұрын
I love this episode. It seems so sad. Elsie seems like a sweet lady. She grew up in this town and now everyone she's known is gone and the buildings are all dilapidated. Must be difficult to see every day.
@katekath7739 3 жыл бұрын
True.
@KucingS 3 жыл бұрын
Imagine if she died n no one know that she died
@theyisgreen.9883 3 жыл бұрын
@@KucingS pretty sure people would miss the bartender
@superboyz1562 3 жыл бұрын
@@KucingS Everyone around here would know, it would be on the radio and not much happens here so when something does that news spreads like wildfire.
@flamerollerx01 3 жыл бұрын
@@superboyz1562 That really makes me wonder what would happen to her house, the library and the store/bar/restaurant, or whatever it's called? All her stuff, all the food and drink and other products etc. I'm so curious!!
@jc10907Sealy 3 жыл бұрын
She works harder than me and she’s 30 years older at 87. Amazing strength and fortitude.
@marleneclark7361 2 жыл бұрын
This was just beautiful and sad. Thank you Kara and Nate for taking your time and sharing with us part of history. The smallest town in America. Elsie is sweet.
@ninanina788 3 жыл бұрын
Imagine a town with a population of one and yet, she's too busy serving diners like working in a busy city restaurant to realize the time.Thanks to her regular customers who drive all the way down to support her and keeping this tiny town alive even with a population of just one. Sad to see abandoned church and houses😪
@Baskl757 2 жыл бұрын
The sad thing I realized is that when she passes on, there will be no one left in the town and no one to take over for her leaving it a ghost town, but for now she is doing a wonderful job.
@margaretpatton376 Жыл бұрын
Her customers aren’t driving down to support her, she has the only place to eat other than home. It’s a matter not just of community but necessity. Those farmers are out working so they eat wherever they can.
@denisemarie6997 Жыл бұрын
Imagine having a giggly with no knees in her jeans and sporting black- chick- wearing- bedroom- slippers- in-- an- airport stepping into her tavern. Highlight of the hour. A good time was had by all! Keeping it Klassy!
@sentientmlem727 10 ай бұрын
@@margaretpatton376 Nebraskan here. While you might not be incorrect (that fact isn't off the table) you also might not be correct. There are probably plenty of places to eat throughout that county (no matter how rural) but those guys seem to have a loyalty to her tavern. Rural folk are creatures of habit and loyalty. They could have a diner that's 10 minutes closer to them but they chose Elsie's place because of preference and comfortability.
@cvharried3572 2 ай бұрын
Wow😊
@johnkeller464 3 жыл бұрын
My grandparents, Guy and Irene Keller, were married on October 17,1922 in the abandoned Methodist Church in Monowi. (The church you visited.) Guy Keller drove the fuel truck out of Mulhairs Mobil Station in Lynch, Nebraska, until his death in 1966.On vacations, I rode with him, and we often stopped at the Monowi Tavern on his trips to fill farmers tanks on outlying farms.My father left Lynch on June 6, 1941 to join the United States Coast Guard and made that his career., never returning to live in the area. That is the story for years of dwindling populations for Boyd County and towns like Lynch and Monowi. I thank both of you for this video.
@furbyfurbs 3 жыл бұрын
Man, I would love to see a photo of the couple at the church
@bogarteyou 3 жыл бұрын
Wow
@michaelwachendorf2096 3 жыл бұрын
@@furbyfurbs so would I love this story.
@billfields9716 3 жыл бұрын
I love it your story is just as interesting as Kara and Nate❤😁
@AvaT42 3 жыл бұрын
What a fabulous story.
@thomasjeffersonatienza5504 2 жыл бұрын
This video was wholesome. We need to protect this woman. She is down to earth. Very sharp and healthy for 87. Loves people, loves her town, and loves her late husband. I wish you many more healthy years Ma’am Elsie. And maybe with this video we can bring positive energy and tourism to her.
@proper.role.model.819 3 жыл бұрын
It makes you realize the importance of the little and simplest things in life living in places that arent the City or a really busy area. I love this. Shes beautiful inside and out and I wish her the best of luck. Shes doing great!
@HappyValleyCrawlers 3 жыл бұрын
For an 87 year old, she looks incredible!!! Props to her for all her hard work, what a cool story!
@NgocNguyen-pp4nh 3 жыл бұрын
But you can tell her face some
@NgocNguyen-pp4nh 3 жыл бұрын
Somewhat sadness...loneliness
@ramel-qy4rc 3 жыл бұрын
Jesus loves you so much that He died for you:) He wants a relationship with you and wants you to come closer to Him
@ramel-qy4rc 3 жыл бұрын
@@NgocNguyen-pp4nh Jesus loves you so much that He died for you:) He wants a relationship with you and wants you to come closer to Him
@unicornmadness6286 3 жыл бұрын
@@ramel-qy4rc what does your comment have to do with the commenter's comment?
@parisjade7300 3 жыл бұрын
“I panicked and ordered water” I felt that😂😂😂
@rageninja6036 3 жыл бұрын
Pandemic: *makes everyone quarantine* Elsie: “Pathetic.”
@4g63_Everything 2 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣
@repent.sinner 2 жыл бұрын
When she said "I'll be back" she was thinking we got paranoid muzzle wearer's.
@The1Mustache3 2 жыл бұрын
My brother visited her. He drove from los angles to dallas. Then dallas to nyc. On the way back he took a route that passed this Gal's town. Had lunch and chatted with her for a while. Interesting gal
@poolejakefit 3 жыл бұрын
For the smallest town, the food looks better than most big cities I’ve been to
@sharkattack9669 3 жыл бұрын
One very simple reason my friend country and Southern parents pass down recipes from generation to generation all local and fresh and great families and friends to share it with
@kbanghart 3 жыл бұрын
Then you haven't had good big city food lol
@scarecrow6881 3 жыл бұрын
cause it's grandma Elsie's handmade delicious food
@Ikonik773 3 жыл бұрын
@@kbanghart yea lol
@Steve-mg8tc 3 жыл бұрын
That’s usually how it goes
@swiss4121 3 жыл бұрын
When covid started, we braced ourselves She laughed
@lizslp86 3 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣😆😆😆FOR REAL
@mel999. 3 жыл бұрын
💀
@randomdoseofstuff8297 3 жыл бұрын
COVID who?
@strikesaber 3 жыл бұрын
The future of American cities.
@summerfunrides 3 жыл бұрын
@@strikesaber sounds about right
@sonny1172 Жыл бұрын
You did a great job being respectful and honoring this lady. And also getting her to smile.
@rangermcdanger1971 Жыл бұрын
wow, 87 years old and running the entire place by herself. She seems like a wonderful person and I am every grateful you guys gave her some spotlight
@DaBearsInChicago 3 жыл бұрын
When my family and me were going to Colorado we stopped at monowi and met Elsie. She was so nice. She showed us around and told us that she actually has 2564 books in the library!
@tsconic13 3 жыл бұрын
Thats so cool!
@DaBearsInChicago 3 жыл бұрын
@@tsconic13 thanks.
@lasvegashula 3 жыл бұрын
Love Elsie! I’m glad her friends look out for her.
@jameshaddan8538 3 жыл бұрын
Great interview technique you two - you took your time and let Elsie tell her story at the pace she wanted. So nice to see that respectful, uninterrupted approach.
@michellejohnston4902 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed! Lovely interview. Elsie is so sweet
@sunnyskies4628 3 жыл бұрын
♥️
@NathalieWerebe 3 жыл бұрын
well said :) and I agree!
@brandianderson287 Жыл бұрын
I just loved how sharp and witty Elsie was. And the comrade ride of her and the customers. So great. Enjoyed this interview and history,.very informative and entertaining. Thank you ❤️ for this,God bless you all!!
@KB-eu5xi 3 жыл бұрын
I’d love to move here and spend all my energy restoring this town to its former glory.
@porscheamaxwell787 2 жыл бұрын
Would love to let's go
@mememe217 2 жыл бұрын
Me too! Let’s go!
@kbanghart 2 жыл бұрын
Please, keep us updated if you do. I have a sneaking suspicion that lots of people who are aware of this town, will be helping as she gets older.
@doutorstrange 2 жыл бұрын
are we going to create a communication group?
@NewHaven203 Жыл бұрын
It’s been 10 months were are you guys?
@SSDGM26.2 3 жыл бұрын
Elsie is such a perfect blend of stubborn, polite, blunt, hard-working, sarcastic, and proud- she embodies the midwestern spirit! As always: midwest is best!
@VanDGrrl 3 жыл бұрын
She sure does ❤️
@margietucker1719 3 жыл бұрын
I agree...Midwesterners are salt of the Earth
@ManjushreeShrivastav 3 жыл бұрын
She would have actually made a smart, honest and hardworking Mayor
@stuff42069 3 жыл бұрын
@@ManjushreeShrivastav what? She *IS* a honest smart hardworking mayor.
@Tobynsocks 3 жыл бұрын
She is the type of human being that more of us should pay attention to. She would never ask for help or anything but it would be nice to find something or some way to improve her town as you can see it holds a special place for her. Whether that be through a GoFundMe fundraiser or some sort of plan to improve the town for her / in her honor
@Tobynsocks 3 жыл бұрын
@Rene' Craig I've never met her but I am absolutely certain she would be legit upset about recieving the funds. Her attitude toward everything is such a breath of fresh air
@adelafaith9604 3 жыл бұрын
@Rene' Craig you would need to get her permission first.. Or at least get to know better what her real dreams are... She has friends who are organising the 50th celebrations - and she seemed cool with that so praps contact some of them first??
@janeprescott7381 3 жыл бұрын
I think she would be happier with some homeless person seeking employment she could help, and vice versa, not a union intervention compromising the integrity of her town.
@akatopj22 3 жыл бұрын
She probably wouldn't take the money,she seems very humble and comfortable with the way everything is.Wish more people in the world were like her
@REMNANTRising2005 2 жыл бұрын
Let's move there bring some life to it
@Daron-Novotny Жыл бұрын
Elsie is soooo cool!! I love little local bars like this. The people are always really friendly and fun to talk with.
@xRestart 2 жыл бұрын
I love the attitude of Elsie. People that learn the story of Monowi find it interesting but she literally doesnt care and she just minds her business like any other resident of any other town.
@jasonpeterson6163 3 жыл бұрын
As a trucker, I hate seeing towns slowly go away. We shouldninvite people to come to this town and bring it alive. ❤
@JohnDoe-gk5ve 3 жыл бұрын
I feel like bringing more ppl and “bringing it alive” would increase it being destroyed
@kbanghart 3 жыл бұрын
@@JohnDoe-gk5ve Well, it's going to die off with just her there.
@empressspace8110 3 жыл бұрын
I agree I'm already planning this video makes me want to
@athenstar10 3 жыл бұрын
Bring the Mexicans, Italians and Filipinos in here to boost the population😉
@kbanghart 3 жыл бұрын
@@athenstar10 Amen! Diversity is wonderful.
@xenialongoria8886 3 жыл бұрын
Im from Nebraska and for everyone saying this town is sad, ALL OF NEBRASKA is sad there's nothing around. Its legit all cornfields, farms, and ranch. But the people are the calmest most sweet people ever.
@amarketing8749 3 жыл бұрын
Your sad for NOT appreciating it. You can go through life being a "Debbie Downer" if you want... But that is just SAD.
@kingdra-winston3500 3 жыл бұрын
What about omaha?
@odiarroyo6144 3 жыл бұрын
Move here to Las Vegas
@xenialongoria8886 3 жыл бұрын
@@amarketing8749 lmfao that went over your head. For sure am not living life as a debbie downer, just know there’s more to life than flat land and fields🙂
@xenialongoria8886 3 жыл бұрын
@@odiarroyo6144 not far from it now
@vanvann2008 3 жыл бұрын
She seem very content and all right with her situation. She not afraid or alone. Seem like the folks that's live outside the town. Look out for her. She is at peace with her life. And that is all that matters.💯
@dakotamickscorner7637 10 ай бұрын
i grew up in Northeast Nebraska not far from there in the 70's. Hearing her voice is like a blast from my childhood.
@spmcginnisutube 3 жыл бұрын
Kara/Nate - at this point, I’ve watched hundreds of your videos and I’ve never commented before. I felt like I had to this time. This was a new pinnacle for you guys. I hope you’re super-proud of this. Professional, feature-length documentarians couldn’t have handled this with better tact and sensitivity.
@tfjm2012 3 жыл бұрын
I agree. This is better than a 60 minutes segment.
@TamaraJoy7 3 жыл бұрын
Yes! This episode made me forget where I was! Loved it!
@fourroam1457 3 жыл бұрын
Totally agree. Such a great video
@lorisimon4334 3 жыл бұрын
This was great you did very good you
@Legendary-lp5dg 3 жыл бұрын
Elsie doesn't look 87. She looks very much younger. Still vigorous, smart and very healthy. God bless you more and more.
@rexxx711 3 жыл бұрын
She looks 20 yrs younger than her age!
@singing4hope 3 жыл бұрын
Prolly cos she doesn't need to deal with a lot of drama being literally the only person in town.
@lucygray6162 3 жыл бұрын
@@singing4hope I really hope these two little vloggers didn't ruin that for her. Not to mention pointing out right where she lives. How idiotic. She'll have to move to get away from all her fans. How tiring.
@chelsea4life237 3 жыл бұрын
@@lucygray6162 that’s exactly what I was thinking. I kept saying to myself that she is so vulnerable now, and if anyone wanted to anything to her they could because she’s by herself
@one-yk6mc 3 жыл бұрын
God bless her
@Athenascars Жыл бұрын
It would be nice to re-populate this town. ❤️ Elsie is such a strong character and I enjoy being around people like her, no matter if it's my age, or younger, or older. ❤ Love the video as always K&N! ❤️
@alexanderhuamani1158 Жыл бұрын
Elsie reminds me my grandma showing hospitality with everyone who arrives at the town. I missed her so much when she passed away after dealing her lung cancer.
@pamelaeversole6050 3 жыл бұрын
Elsie does not look 87! Wow! And she’s still sharp as a tack! I wouldn’t care one bit to be her neighbor. Her & the customers all seem like good people. Great video!
@trollaccount5112 3 жыл бұрын
I was surprised that she is 87 I thought she in her 60s!
@HeidiH37 3 жыл бұрын
After this video, the town is going to see a population boom. At least 1 person, one perfect introvert will be like "heaven! I'm moving "
@shinebright2079 3 жыл бұрын
Right...
@heychefmike6760 3 жыл бұрын
Doubled the population overnight
@yvonnelunsford1238 3 жыл бұрын
Me, that would be me... j/s
@anilaclarke 3 жыл бұрын
It has crossed my introverted mind. 😆
@pamelaeversole6050 3 жыл бұрын
@@anilaclarke It did mine too!
@MrTurtlebird 3 жыл бұрын
The house that was mostly intact was oddly disturbing... something unsettling about seeing all those belongings just left there. Doesn't even look like it was abandoned for that long. I wonder what the story behind it is. Also Elsie is a legend! I'm not a bar guy or anything but I've been to one similar to hers (also solely operated by an 80 something year old woman, lol) and it's just a great atmosphere.
@teviachilds229 Жыл бұрын
I found Kara & Nate about a week ago and have been binge watching their KZfaq channel. Kara and Nate are now my favorite KZfaq couple!!
@kathleenkniss2847 3 жыл бұрын
Being from Nebraska, I love it that you shared 3 things that are so true about Nebraskans: The way they wave at passing cars, the way Nebraskans work until they finish the job, and that you were able to make friends by the end of the day. Those are all true of the way Nebraskans live their lives. Love following your adventures!
@drinkinslim 3 жыл бұрын
I love that they wave to each other as they drive by.
@bibilbophile 3 жыл бұрын
When I moved to the east coast, I was so confused that no one waved when they drove by! It's still a habit for me.
@sierrachoco5271 3 жыл бұрын
@@bibilbophile yes! I from the North East and when I moved to the South West people would wave when they drove by. I guess we have opposite experiences. I finally figured it out and started waving back😂😂
@RickyMabe 3 жыл бұрын
I directed that Arby’s commercial starring Elsie! Spent a whole week there in Monowi. She’s one of a kind. Wonderfully sweet human being. Hung out with Rocky too. Had a great time.
@michaelgerlach2736 3 жыл бұрын
bro that’s crazy r u serious ???
@sourabhsahu7351 3 жыл бұрын
I don't believe this guy
@GolanvIgvyi 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Rick how ya doing? We are the ones on the farm 5 miles west of there that you filmed the fields of round bails on.
@GolanvIgvyi 3 жыл бұрын
One easy way to find out if he really was. How much did you pay us to film the field of round bails? I suck at remembering faces and names but he would know that.
@sourabhsahu7351 3 жыл бұрын
@@GolanvIgvyi was it your field?
@betelhemtadesse8387 Жыл бұрын
That amazing how she can maintain all that by her self
@jordanfreeman1606 2 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this episode, almost made me tear up seeing such a small peaceful town , looks like a lot of memories have been through that place
@angelody1663 3 жыл бұрын
I really hope that she'll always be healthy and away from Any sickness. Long live Mayor Elsie! ✌️😊
@noeltimberlake165 3 жыл бұрын
This lady is active and unbothered; I love that for her.
@vedshukla659 3 жыл бұрын
"We have heard a lot about you." "Everybody has, I think. I'll be back" 🥇 Badass Gramma
@margaretbedwell3211 Жыл бұрын
What a sweet lady. You can see she enjoys her time herein this town...and thanks to the gentlemen who come in everyday to support her and her tavern. Thank you for making this video and have a Blessed day.
@drewbinsky 3 жыл бұрын
I LOVE the new style here!!!! So interesting , engaging and I actually had this story on my list to make in the US but its yours now, cuz I can’t do any better than this ! ❤️
@KaraandNate 3 жыл бұрын
We channeled our inner Drew for this one!
@ninamahkuk4 3 жыл бұрын
Wowwww!! A comment from Drew Binsky!! Luuucky.
@elveheim 3 жыл бұрын
Hi
@hannahkaie 3 жыл бұрын
@@KaraandNate omg come to wisconsin!
@RVS-pj6bd 3 жыл бұрын
Me wondering if the German lady Elsie was talking about would by any chance be Eva zu Beck, then sees Drew Binsky's comment. It's like one teeny step close to a wish of seeing all the best travel vlogjournalists in one video.
@lanchparty 3 жыл бұрын
Elsie seems like someone I would fear AND want to be friends with all at the same time. So cute!
@KaraandNate 3 жыл бұрын
Exactly 😂
@leanneadams2549 3 жыл бұрын
I think she wasn’t very nice to Kara and Nate and I’m sure they were extremely polite and respectful to her !!! I don’t like when people think just because they are older that they have a right to be grouchy to younger people.
@erik_carter_art 3 жыл бұрын
@@leanneadams2549 Hm, I didn't get that impression. I thought she seemed a little bit distracted or shy being interviewed, but I didn't think she came off as rude or anything. :)
@lanchparty 3 жыл бұрын
@@leanneadams2549 I agree, but she probably doesn't have a ton of interaction with younger people and may have been a little intimidated by the camera, maybe? I know what you mean. They are SOOO sweet and polite and genuinely interested in everyone.
@kabella66 3 жыл бұрын
@@leanneadams2549 Growing up in a small town myself, I found Elsie to be very genuine. Not rude at all.
@skateup2291 2 жыл бұрын
This lady a National treasure I could listen to her for much longer. Such a character she is wow.
@rogercook8277 Жыл бұрын
So once again I found a interesting video to watch. I really enjoyed watching this video. Miss Elsie has stolen my heart. If I am ever in the neighborhood, I will surely stop by and say hello to her. God continue to keep her in good health. Amen Amen and Amen. 2/27/2023
@finallyanaccount 3 жыл бұрын
Introvert: I can't lie... this lifestyle looks so appealing.
@addicted367 3 жыл бұрын
So does driving around in a van cross country.
@kbanghart 3 жыл бұрын
I don't know, I think I would get lonely if I was the only one. Of course, some people love to be by themselves.
@ilym2928 3 жыл бұрын
Yes
@empressspace8110 3 жыл бұрын
Same
@flamerollerx01 3 жыл бұрын
I'd be fine if I had electricity, internet, food, drink, plumbing and AC/heating.
@RayMak 3 жыл бұрын
She's a legend
@josesparky2188 3 жыл бұрын
Happy to be the first “you really are everywhere” comment
@leahash8355 3 жыл бұрын
Man himself said it, *Shes a legend. Period.*
@mohaliist 3 жыл бұрын
Heloooo
@checkcheck1579 3 жыл бұрын
She runs the hood in monowi.
@maxine9263 3 жыл бұрын
here before this reaches hundreds of replies
@tannastruss9865 3 жыл бұрын
I hope you are able to make it back to Nebraska in the spring or summer to REALLY see how beautiful it is here, and why we love it so much.
@cindyclarissa5952 2 жыл бұрын
That is so sweet that you guys visited her, and very brave too!
@SaNya5574 3 жыл бұрын
Nate: I'm a little nervous to meet the mayor of America's smallest town. Also Nate: casually hanging out with the Prince of Liechtenstein.
@brynndally9869 3 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same thing 😂
@karlstriepe8050 3 жыл бұрын
One assumes that the mayor was duly elected (by herself), unlike the prince. Americans are republicans by breed and birth, opposed to monarchy.
@sherwinbajao7585 3 жыл бұрын
I really pity that an old woman is alone in this monowi town, i hope there will be an influx of people so she felt no longer alone, i am from the philippines ( pasig city ). .madam god bless you !!!
@suzannelandry9785 3 жыл бұрын
@@sherwinbajao7585 didnt u listen? She said shes happy there and wants to be thrre
@mongdarkexo2985 3 жыл бұрын
@@sherwinbajao7585 She is so happy and loving the way it is.. She can move out if she feels lonely and sad as you think.. Idk why you didn't understand it..🙄✌️
@crossfire7474 3 жыл бұрын
Sad that her husband passed away back in 2004. It's nice that you paid a visit to Elsie.
@noteatoday3785 3 жыл бұрын
it was 2011
@christinegelabert1651 3 жыл бұрын
@@noteatoday3785 They put it up on the screen with the correction of the year
@crossfire7474 3 жыл бұрын
@@christinegelabert1651 That is correct. Glad you also paid attention.
@lucygray6162 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I'm sure she was just sitting there bored out of her mind, waiting for a couple of pups with a camera to show up and ruin her privacy forever.
@adamrusmisell5470 2 жыл бұрын
This is why I love your videos! Yes, watching the extremely physical challenges, seeing the beautiful landscapes of the world and being along with you both as you try new things is great, but underneath it what I admire about you both is that you are willing to sit and listen to people. You are willing to see their point of view. You are respectful to the people you meet. And I can tell that you take care as filmmakers and that you understand the responsibilities of documentation. I am grateful that there are people like Kara and Nate out in the world!
@pocketslife8963 3 жыл бұрын
She's so fun n loving with such a great since of humor I love her 💗
@justdoit5114 3 жыл бұрын
She sounds so smart, straighforward, & being so real.. unlike those people being interviewed trying to look good, amazing or whatever
@paul_j8i 3 жыл бұрын
Guys, I was born in Nebraska. Thanks so much for being so kind and respectful of the locals. It means the world to me and I'm definitely sure it means a lot to them.
@ramel-qy4rc 3 жыл бұрын
I Jesus loves you so much that He died for you:) He wants a relationship with you and wants you to come closer to Him
@camy8594 2 жыл бұрын
I was also born in NE
@ashleydowning8777 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic. Elsie’s a champion. This is one of my most favourite episodes, thanks so much. When I get back to the States I’m going to visit Elsie.
@hughhayden6865 2 жыл бұрын
As a kid I lived in a town called Spencer which was near Monowi. I used to go to the tavern with my great aunt and uncle for supper. My aunt and uncle were very religious and never drank or smoked, so it always struck me as odd that they would go to a "tavern" to eat and visit with people they knew. There were a few more folks in Monowi back then, but not many! Thanks for this video.
@meghanjane 3 жыл бұрын
I love how respectful your approach is when you enter these situations. You represent KZfaq and young Americans in a positive (and much needed) way. Kudos for that.
@lucygray6162 3 жыл бұрын
They weren't respectful. They told the whole world where she lived. If those two have half the following they think they do, she will be harassed until the day she has to move from her beloved town. They've made her a tourist attraction, all for their own 15 seconds of fame.
@meghanjane 3 жыл бұрын
@@lucygray6162 wow. you sure are cranky. maybe you should change your name to Lucy Crankypants. She obviously gave her permission for this. Go have a snack or something
@meghanjane 3 жыл бұрын
@@lucygray6162 also - my comment was in regards to how they entered her establishment and quietly sat in a corner and waited for her to have time for them. You jumped to this woman being run out of town. Might be time to step away from your screen, miss crankypants
@jevonpiper9307 3 жыл бұрын
I hope she will be able to handle the influx of visitors coming her way after watching this video.
@johnblic6405 3 жыл бұрын
Hope so too
@jrrains 3 жыл бұрын
I'm sure she'd love the extra businesses. Maybe even hire a helper!
@ppmtrader 3 жыл бұрын
She's getting old and what could be the possible outcome after she's gone. She must be a strong woman over these years.
@fradee2830 3 жыл бұрын
I'd like to drop by if I travel through Nebraska. Anyone up for a road trip, coming from SF bay-area?
@gannabubnova7719 3 жыл бұрын
@@fradee2830 I'm down! From LA!
@ArtbySheeHenna 2 жыл бұрын
That’s a strong and lovely woman! I would feel so lonely in a place like that!!!! She’s amazing
@delivertus4romnesha328 3 жыл бұрын
I didn’t know I needed this video but KZfaq did. Im glad they did. She’s adorable
@cmrs521 3 жыл бұрын
This is a small piece of history and this incredible woman is keeping it alive in her own way..
@cruiserandtraveller 3 жыл бұрын
Imagine being a mayor without people/ residence to manage 😄😆so, peaceful!
@puffpastrie 3 жыл бұрын
This is such a sweet video. Thank you for taking the time to interview her, being so patient and letting her talk. Wonderful ❤️
@junpinedajr.8699 2 жыл бұрын
I love her frank and honest demeanor,she is also a bit sarcastic,snob but at the same time funny,wish her a long ,healthy life.GODBLESS YOU MAM.😀😃😁😁😆😅🤣
@casielee18 3 жыл бұрын
Let’s all chip in and start a vacation fund for Elsie. That woman deserves a trip to Hawaii.
@delukxy 3 жыл бұрын
She'd be homesick.
@JBS319 3 жыл бұрын
I highly doubt she’d want one
@bryantsteury8910 3 жыл бұрын
I don't know that she'd go
@dreamthedream8929 3 жыл бұрын
What if she wanted to go to another place instead?
@casielee18 3 жыл бұрын
@@dreamthedream8929 up to her. It would be her vacation fund. I just used Hawaii because who wouldn’t love Hawaii? 😃
@shymuzzgal9280 3 жыл бұрын
I am scared to be alone in my home and look at her she is all alone in the whole town.
@Blairlakers 3 жыл бұрын
I want to be her
@diva70smusic 3 жыл бұрын
@@royr1016 What a mean statement. You just ruined a beautiful story being a troll.
@muwahidnaseeha 3 жыл бұрын
@@royr1016 troll on twitter bro we just tryna chill rn 💀
@diva70smusic 3 жыл бұрын
@@muwahidnaseeha Agreed. Why sully a beautiful story with an angle that doesn't even apply here? From the comments that I have read, Elsie gets a big thumbs up from everybody and is universally admired. She is life goals for me. Great story 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽!!
@kaitlynmckessy4250 3 жыл бұрын
Have faith in JESUS CHRIST. And HE will take away all of your fears.
@inkinfinity7051 2 жыл бұрын
This is like my great uncle's family having a street named after them but on a mass scale. Elsie is very sweet!
@robinsonvancrusoe1339 Жыл бұрын
My parents live in Freetown, Indiana. They town can't afford to incorporate so they are considered a Village. The elementary school and bank closed. The post office is open mornings. They do have a few tiny businesses locally owned and a little museum. It does not have a police department. If it floods or snows too much its likely you are stuck for awhile. Recently a Dollar General opened and provides some groceries and essentials. There are a few churches for those who enjoy sharing worship with the community. My father has a tiny congregation at his church down the street from where he and my mom live. They have been there over 15 years now. It's an interesting and quaint community. Might be an interesting place for you to visit.
@nicholaserickson2994 3 жыл бұрын
Sounds weird, but these recent videos are actually more intriguing than your international ones. It’s a great representation of how different the lifestyles and viewpoints can be from all over the United States. We’re truly still a “melting pot” despite any of our differences. 🇺🇸
@randomcallum 3 жыл бұрын
if you could stop bombing people that would be great 😅
@andromedamessier3176 3 жыл бұрын
@@randomcallum agree America should let other countries fight their own war.
@TryingNotCrying 3 жыл бұрын
@@randomcallum unfortunately American citizens have no control over our government 🙃
@Nuriil 3 жыл бұрын
my god the way she talk, you can tell her soul is still young
@xrrrismickey 2 жыл бұрын
We need more people like this lady
@sparkstyson 2 жыл бұрын
This has to be your best video ever. You make me want to visit this town. This had to leave a lasting mark on you guys.
@IZZULFAIZAM 3 жыл бұрын
Elsi is a friendly lady... If one day I have the chance to visit America, I’ll put Monawi first in the list. So much calm and peace I see
@dicktiny9428 3 жыл бұрын
Quiet and peaceful place in town
@ramel-qy4rc 3 жыл бұрын
Jesus loves you so much that He died for you:) He wants a relationship with you and wants you to come closer to Him
@lola2829 3 жыл бұрын
@@ramel-qy4rc he wants a relationship? 😏
@mommydearest3164 3 жыл бұрын
Of course she’s the only one there.
@elizamarie1999 3 жыл бұрын
I laughed way harder than I should have when Kara said, "it's crowded today," and panned the camera over to two cars.
@KaraandNate 3 жыл бұрын
🤣😂
@southerngurl1543 3 жыл бұрын
😂
@sydneyyy8485 3 жыл бұрын
Fr lol
@sugaray7435 Жыл бұрын
Definitely a different living/ life perspective I can appreciate!!! ❤️
@nicolel3003 2 жыл бұрын
The vlogs where you get to really connect with people are so wonderful! This vlog, Georgian hospitality from 2018 and the Vespa tour where you brought out your family are some of my absolute favorites :)
@BadBoy-wy1il 3 жыл бұрын
Queen elizabeth: Finally a worthy opponent!
@cryyuni 3 жыл бұрын
Fr
@crescentmoon632 3 жыл бұрын
Our battle will be legendary!
@doges_6864 3 жыл бұрын
Oh no the british have come back for el colinization
@equalist7197 3 жыл бұрын
She is the queen of the people not of the land
@rickmachado2005 3 жыл бұрын
😂🤣😂🤣😂
@bevonviechweg7891 3 жыл бұрын
I just love her I pray no loser will harm her
@lucygray6162 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, they were incredibly stupid to point out her house and location. Her life as she knew and loved it is over. Mega-idiots will rush to check out her world, and ruin it.
@trishalynn4380 3 жыл бұрын
@@lucygray6162 Her life won't be over, but theirs might. Watching this video I know this sweet lady is protected by the good 'ol boys. Her customers that come in the Tavern. So no worries. Agreed there are mega-idiots and they will try but they won't succeed. I mean she's the mayor. She can be judge and jury and legally have those stupid MoFo's put out of every bodies misery lol.
@latoyamatson6197 3 жыл бұрын
@@lucygray6162 actually alot of people already knew from that commercial. This isn't the first or second or even third time I've heard of her. She could use some people down there or when she passes that town will be an actual ghost town. So stop calling people stupid because your mind is so sick you automatically jump to something horrible happening to this sweet lady.
@rogero9633 Ай бұрын
I want to have you know that this story was very heart felt, and it struck me as something that has a lot more meaning than the stories of luxury at 30,000 feet. Even though I have a certain like for that type of story too. This story made me feel warm for the town and the people that come through the tavern for lunch. I'm glad Elsie is in apparently good health, but I'm a little concerned when I contemplate the coming decade. I like the way you handled this story from beginning to end and the coverage of all the buildings. A few are still in good condition, but some are leaning and may not last long. This show would be a good audition for a TV show like it. Who knows, are you setting the stage for your future.
@1.4142 2 жыл бұрын
Props to her for running a whole town by herself!
@kbanghart 2 жыл бұрын
If she has a complaint she can talk to the city manager 😂
@chrstnele 3 жыл бұрын
it’s crazy to me how there are cities like new york and la all around america but places like this still exist... it’s very vast
@ArvensisAndromeda 3 жыл бұрын
It's good to know that "nowhere" still exists :)
@mel999. 3 жыл бұрын
@@ArvensisAndromeda somewhat brings some comfort knowing that (:
@kbanghart 3 жыл бұрын
True, but in reality if she has an accident someday, heaven forbid I hope she doesn't but if she doesn't she's alone, how will she get any help?
@leeannhagerman3067 3 жыл бұрын
I'm crying and I don't know why. Oh yeah, that library she had made in her husband's honor. This is a amazing story of someone I've never met, she's great
@heatherjpclarke4768 2 жыл бұрын
Elsie is soft spoken and pleasant,God bless her,she loves it there
@neema1 3 жыл бұрын
She talks so well... I could listen to her all day
@trollaccount5112 3 жыл бұрын
Same
@TamEroom 3 жыл бұрын
I was born and raised in Nebraska. It may not be for everyone, but to me, it's a great place. Many people here are hard-working and kind. I hope you enjoyed your visit.
@bea7436 3 жыл бұрын
Now I want to visit soo bad!
@leanneadams2549 3 жыл бұрын
I haven’t seen a hard working person in a very long time !! Work ethic has been lost with the 80’s !!!!!! So nice to hear Nebraska is like that 👍
@carlymoore268 3 жыл бұрын
Same here. I love Nebraska
@alwaystakemarktwainsadvice4269 3 жыл бұрын
Honestly Nebraska is the best.
@TamEroom 3 жыл бұрын
@@alwaystakemarktwainsadvice4269 Love it! :)
@maryanneiler2575 2 жыл бұрын
Elsie is a dear and she’s my sister-in-law! Love you, Elsie!
@CryBabyHoe 3 жыл бұрын
What a sweet lady. Thank you for sharing her story with us
@renalynmore867 3 жыл бұрын
Therefore, this is a covid-free town.
@shawnhughes4192 3 жыл бұрын
@@pearse984 true, Zero Amish will die, cuz no TVs
@seinfan9 3 жыл бұрын
@@shawnhughes4192 The point being that you're still living in fear of the pansiest pandemic ever to hit humanity. People are convinced they are going through the Black Death 2.0
@shawnhughes4192 3 жыл бұрын
@@seinfan9 yes, your totally correct. its barely above your average influenza and on level or less than pneumonia
@danidevito2397 3 жыл бұрын
@@pearse984 fake, we all no TVs don't exist
@beasstory9833 3 жыл бұрын
Covid free.... 🙏
@fighting_global 3 жыл бұрын
As a Librarian and book lover, it was incredible getting to see Rudy's library. That place is an archivist and a catalogers dream!!
@teresaconboy895 3 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same thing.
@tarap5618 3 жыл бұрын
So very true. Used to fantasize about buying an old library with all of the books still in it and keeping it as my ultimate great escape. It truly is a very impressive collection of literary history.
@ramel-qy4rc 3 жыл бұрын
Jesus loves you so much that He died for you:) He wants a relationship with you and wants you to come closer to Him
@ramel-qy4rc 3 жыл бұрын
@@tarap5618 Jesus loves you so much that He died for you:) He wants a relationship with you and wants you to come closer to Him
@ramel-qy4rc 3 жыл бұрын
@@teresaconboy895 Jesus loves you so much that He died for you:) He wants a relationship with you and wants you to come closer to Him
@Barrett-tq7pq 3 ай бұрын
I appreciate videos like these showing my families history. My great aunt elsie.
@mariannalucas8022 3 жыл бұрын
Me and my bf (soon to be fiancé) have always talked about living in a place like this, barely any people where everyone knows each other. We would LOVE to fix up one of those houses!😍
@kerinsc5577 2 жыл бұрын
Have you move already? I want to move here too but still not sure
@SwearfoGod. 11 ай бұрын
You wouldn’t be able to write and post that comment
@nehha_d557 3 жыл бұрын
Literally no one: Kara: i panicked and got a water🤣
@ank7439 3 жыл бұрын
Haha sorry but I've done that too 😆.
@ymerojas 3 жыл бұрын
That part was super funny!
@martinc.720 3 жыл бұрын
In the next video: figuratively no one
@nehha_d557 3 жыл бұрын
@@ank7439 all of us have done that atleast once in our lives 🤣🤣
@ank7439 3 жыл бұрын
@@martinc.720 😆 Good one!
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