what i eat in a day (spring edition)

i might have brought a fresh croissant all the way back from france just to have it for breakfast one day at home... also featuring some chaotic handmade pasta, a farmer's market grocery haul, and this lovely scramble that's made of 100% leftovers.

Music by Epidemic Sound

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[sindre.]

I lost my sister and mother at a fairly young age and was adamant living life to the fullest in honor of their lost time. However, I didn’t give myself the opportunity to really grieve and allow myself to really hurt, and this came back in full force later. Everyone grieves differently but hopefully you, and anyone who’s grieving, are able to allow emotions to surface naturally. Even if you’re feeling (or even prefer being) alone in your hurt I think it can be healthy to just ‘feel’. It’s not always easy, but it’s brave to try. Thank you for sharing vulnerability and sincerity with your community, Inga. Wishing you and everyone here a kind weekend ❤

[yko]

So sorry for your loss. Everyone works through grief differently. You are doing things the way you need. Thank you for making this content, take care

[PrajnaArun]

As someone who lost their grandma a year ago - I can relate to the guilt of 'moving' on? I remember wondering how the world was just normal and nothing seemed to change even though I felt paralysed in the grief of losing her. I feel guilty sometimes about getting used to a life without her but I've learned to think about it as carrying her with me in the little ways rather than 'moving on''. My grandma was a wonderful cook and food is one of the ways in which I carry her with me, today. I know it may not be easy now, but whenever you're ready, making food that she used to make is something I recommend doing, especially with family. It's not going to be easy, particularly in the beginning, but we'll keep on loving our grandmas.

[SunShine-qpol]

Grief never looks the same for everyone. Each of us grieves in our own way— but allow yourself to do so when it arrives
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[michaelagarland]

Inga, you don't know me but I lost my husband in 2019 not long before covid lock down. It has been the most challenging 5 years of my life. Your videos have helped me get through it. I am learning to cook better for just myself and you are an inspiration! Please accept my condolences and heartfelt best wishes for you and your family . ❤

[officecooking]

So sorry for your loss. I lost both of my parents last year and it’s been horrible. Thanks for making me smile during this tough time. I hope making your videos brings you much needed joy as well. ❤

[muskaantrivedi]

one minute ago is insane but your videos just help calm my day down. i am also so sorry for your loss and i felt everything you said since i went through something like that last year as well. grief does change your outlook on life and i'm glad everyone going through that is doing well. and thank you for videos <3

[simoneblake]

I know people say it gets better but, it NEVER gets better, but it does become normal. You will never get over it but you will get USED to it. It will probably hurt the same in 20 years as it does today and that too is okay because unfortunately, this is what people mean by love is pain. So just revel in the love you shared and it’s okay to feel the hurt whenever it presents itself ❤❤

[gracievallee]

so sorry to hear about your loss. yesterday was six months since my dad passed due to cancer. i’ve found that grief is just unlike anything else in life and it’s completely unique to each of us because every relationship is totally unique. for me some days are fine and the bad days get further apart but there’s this fear that that means i’m going to forget something or adjust to the situation that I don’t want to adjust to. I hope you are managing okay ❤️ it sucks

[brie]

Grief is something we grow around and not away from. It isn't linear so if there is ever a time you feel like "I shouldn't be so sad because x amount of time has passed." that is a lie. Feel what you feel. I love what you said about celebrating with flowers and friends and food. That made me feel a little brighter today so thank you!

[jaleenkinser]

My daughter lost her dad recently. Grief is a puzzle for sure. I find great satisfaction in making use of leftovers in a new yummy way. I love your what I eat in a day videos. Thanks

[TPark-rflt]

❤❤❤❤❤ theres a heaviness that comes with grief, and it feels like everything around you should stop bc you're grieving. I felt so strange that the world continued to move around me while I was going through the darkest parts of grief. eventually, slowly.... the light comes back. and while the grief never (never) truly goes away, you learn how to carry it with you. my love goes out to you ❤

[pumpkinonastick]

You asked tips for flowers :) have a vase with water ready and after cutting, put directly in the water - the flower will start to suck up the water as soon as its cut, if you put them in dry, you may get air bubbles in the stem and they may wilt quickly. Particular tip for tulips as i'm from the Netherlands - only have a bit of water at the bottom of the vase (5cm or so) and refill daily as the tulips suck up water. If you put the tulips in a full vase of water they will start growing a lot and droop down. Take care 💐

[rae]

Thank you for being so open and sharing your experiences with us. My deepest condolences to you and your loved ones. Your videos always help get through rough days and silent battles. You really are such an inspirtation that reminds us all to live each day the best we can! Ty Inga ❤

[mick_thundus]

The shots of water boiling in the clear pot were so lovely, keep up the fantastic work

[emy]

I love grapefruit juice, also on a warm day mixed with some sparkling water ❤
I need to stay away from markets because I also have no self control.. they are too expensive where I live to sustain the habit😄
I completely agree about cooking with leftovers, I find it really fun to make something new out of them, plus of course it's a good "skill" to learn.

[gxpopjq]

something about these videos bring me peace💗

[aneeXa]

I just turned on this video because I found your voice soothing and that is something I needed in my life right now. I did not expect it to be about loss and the recovery from it. I am very very sorry for your loss. Last week I lost my grandaunt who raised me as a child. Hours after her burial, I lost my grandmother and my uncle had a stroke and is still fighting for his life.

Reading all the comments, everyone is experiencing loss now, in the past or in the future. But yet, loss can sometimes make one feel like they are alone in suffering it. Please know everyone here is with you and I hope you feel better soon. Your loved ones will always be with you.

[aiyanocampo]

i just love how peaceful ur house and life is 🥹

[luhuang]

❤️ LOVE ❤️ seeing so many different sides of your life outside your apartment! Its such an adventure! And thank you for being open and sharing your life, what is really difficult and not really talked about. Grief in asian culture especially is a topic people dont like to talk about nor know how to talk about. When I lost my loved one, I was not allowed to talk about it with family nor grieve. I was only told to “just keep moving”. I was a zombie and feeling so empty and delved into work until i burnt out. Grief hit me hard recently and I cried so much it didnt stop for quite awhile. So… I wont say “sorry for your loss”. Instead, im just sending lots of love and support as a viewer in anything you do. Cause Grief is a thief who makes living hard, but you are taking each step everyday in your own way to grieve with a smile on your face, and staying true and genuine as you can be. And when guilt hits you hard, rmb that they have lived and shared a life full of love and memories, and that you have been part of, to be treasured. Rmb you are appreciated by many too! ❤

Also, I always get more than what I need at the farmers markets and such too! 😂 Is it a female thing?