I'm not like you, on that I love cooking for one! I have a small appetite, and I make sure that my food is nutritious. I'm small, too, so I don't need much, but I do eat great food, simple, high quality, usually from raw ingredients. I'm 85, and still luckily feeling well. I live alone, frugally! And happily. Single for many years, such a luxury, just pleasing me.
Good for you! Sounds like you are happy, which is the most important thing. Lol, cooking has never really been my thing. I can cook well, I make great bread and I took a diploma in holistic nutrition a couple of years ago just for fun, but I still struggle to get excited about it. I have developed a good repertoire of some yummy and healthy meals, and my goal is to share those on my channel with people that are in the same position as myself… that is they struggle just for themselves or for two people.
I always saw cooking as a duty, and after 25 years of cooking for a family of 5, that was enough thank you very much 😂 I’m I’m also 5’ & a healthy weight. I eat largely Keto and within a 10 hour window. Black coffee with collagen in the morning then brunch around 12-1pm. Usually avocado & eggs with masses of salad veg + seeds, ferments, seaweed etc. Dinner is a source of protein (meat, fish, halloumi and a huge plate of at least 4 vegetables. No potatoes, pasta or rice. An alternative would be a veggie casserole/chilli made to last 4 days. Bed of kale or similar, not carbs. Wouldn’t suit everyone but suits me 👍🏻
Omg! I’m 4’11” and slim too! I can confirm that it can much easier to gain weight as a tiny person. I also keep my diet simple and healthy. I have come to enjoy growing vegetables. It’s a relief knowing how it is grown. I’m 51 and basically retired. I’m legally blind. I’ve spent a good amount of my time contemplating many of the topics that you address on your channel. I don’t have children. I haven’t figured out a “path” to employment with my eye disease. I’ve had to learn new skills and hobbies. Like you I’m focused on how I can have a great life and choose not to focus on things I can not control. 💗
Thank you for watching and welcome here. I think you will love being retired. It’s so nice to just do whatever you want. The key thing is to be able to do things that give you pleasure and joy. Having hobbies definitely is a plus.
I’m plant based so could easily eat all the yummy things you prepared by adapting just a bit. I love bowl foods too and my air fryer! Thanks for reminding us that eating well can be simple and not take much time.
This is the second video of yours that I've watched, it was another well done video, I am subscribing. It's amazing how many subs you have with 5 videos, you got skillz girl. 🙌🏼
Omg, thank you! I don’t know what happened! Maybe there is a lot of folks my age and they’re looking for their counterparts on RUclips. Now I feel pressured to keep improving. Someone mentioned my lighting is not great! I don’t know how to fix it!!! These are like the only videos I have ever done so the learning curve is steep.
Thank you for watching and thank you for leaving a kind comment. Welcome here. It is hard putting yourself out there on RUclips but I have to say I find it easier than meeting new people. I’m such an introvert and I just suck in social situations so in someways RUclips is actually easier!
One other thing about the bowls... I recently bought a soup cozy and I love it. It's a quit type material that holds in your bowl and keeps your food warm and allows you to carry the bowl to the table without burning your fingers. I just love it.
I'm a bowl person as well. Your meals all looked very delicious. Just found your channel and subscribed. I am in my 70s, so have been retired for many years. I love having the time to do all of the things that I enjoy. Greetings from Southwestern Ontario.
Noooo not a bowl! A bowl is for soups and spoons! LOL sorry my pet hate at restaurants is to be given food that needs to be eaten with a fork, in a bowl. So interesting to see what other people like! :)
Thanks for sharing your retirement with those who may be curious. I am looking to retire in about 5-7 more years when I hit 60. These videos are giving me some insight into how to prepare. Again thanks!
I don't like breakfast either, until about 10am. I also love my 1 cup of coffee each morning. I'm a big salad eater. Smoothies mostly in hot weather, I add hemp seed and flax seed before I finish blending. My lunch is always larger than my dinner also. I make sure I finish eating at least 3 hours before I go to sleep at night. I'm a new subscriber. Thanks for the video.
This is the kind of food that I make for myself as well. I have been putting off buying an air fryer because I just didn’t think I needed one but after watching you I realize it would be a great thing for me. I live alone, also. If I cook something that takes a lot of effort, I will make a batch of it and freeze some for later meals. For instance, I made goulash and I had enough for another eight servings.
I don’t enjoy cooking but I definitely enjoy eating and it shows. Now that I’m almost there, maybe knocking at the menopausal door..maybe I’m there already because of the weight gain, hair falling out/growing in places , hot flashes, memory lapses, insomnia and ohh the achy joints/pains it’s difficult to lose weight. I need to learn to eat more protein packed smaller meals. ❤ Another great vlog 😊
Hi Raina, i loved your video! Thank you for sharing what you ate in a day, it all looked delicious and easy to make. I now want to get an air fryer, what a useful appliance! 🥰
Awww, thank you so much for your comment. You absolutely made my day today. I saw a new wrinkle on my face this morning and I was feeling a little bit bummed out - now I feel good again.
I love your videos. The retirement tips are great! I am also from Calgary and worked in the oil patch. So your story make a lot of sense. You're doing a good job!!
I'm going to try all these meals. They look wonderful, and I love how healthy they are. You've inspired me to get an air fryer, too. I think the quality of your videos is great! I'm happy I found you. Thank you!
New sub! I'm 3 to 5 years from retiring and can't wait. Thanks for sharing what I eat in a day and the recipes. I especially like the tofu recipe and never thought to put in an air fyer, so great idea. I hope you post more what I eat in a day and financial advice videos.
Yay! I was hoping to find “solo living meal prep” on your new channel & hope you’ll keep ‘em coming! I’ve never had an air fryer but Id like to learn more about how it works and clean up, to see if it’s something I’d use. Right now, I use a toaster oven, microwave, or stovetop for most of my cooking. I just bought my first tofu and need more detail on how to prepare it. There were so many different kinds to choose from. I think I got the extra firm. Like you, I love, love, love coffee! I don’t usually get hungry until after my morning coffee time, around 9 or 10am. My “Mr. Coffee” is at least 10 yrs old and I program it to start brewing at 6am. The delicious aroma is so wonderful to wake up to and makes me feel like there’s another person in the kitchen making it (tee hee). I drink a large glass of water first, then settle down with a cup of coffee, electric cup warmer by my side, and sit next to a big window where I can see people out walking their dogs (or themselves), and where squirrels and birds are chasing each other around. I enjoy the view, sip my coffee, and gently ease into another day of “simple living”. I do lots of different things- when the urge strikes, and at my leisure. And I am grateful for having the luxury to live a life that’s simple, tranquil, & peaceful. Back to meals, after breakfast, my other meal times vary greatly depending on where I am and what I’m doing. I try not to eat anything after 7pm (to avoid acid reflux🙄). Love your subject matter, and I’ll be watching for more of your retirement lifestyle videos!
Oh thank you so much and thanks for leaving such a great comment. There will definitely be more recipe and cooking videos. I think it’s hard sometimes just cooking for one person. And also a lot of retired folks just have a tough time scaling down their cooking to one or two people because they’re used to cooking for a family.
I just found your channel and love it. I also live in Canada but near Toronto. At 58, I am still working but planning to retire in 2-3 years. Your videos are so helpful.
Hey, thanks for saying hi and stopping by my channel and watching my video. I love when fellow Canadians. Find my little space here I have to say retirement is so much fun. I’ve had people say to me that I would be bored and I’m still trying to figure out when that’s gonna happen!
Loved how simple your meals are. As someone in my senior yrs and being only 5’1” I tend to not eat large and focus on healthy simple meals as well. Looking forward to following your meal plans in the future. 😊🥗
I have to say that I get a lot of recipes online, I tend to make up a lot of my own recipes, but my favourite cookbook is a very old cookbook that I purchased years and years ago, and it’s called Frugal Feasts. It’s written by a ballerina, and her name is Mary Spilsbury Ross. All the recipes in the cookbook are very inexpensive to make, don’t require a ton of appliances and our perfect for one or two people. The recipes are from all around the world, and she learned them while she was travelling with a ballet troupe. That is why they require minimal tools, because she did not have a lot of tools while staying in tiny little hotel rooms.
Lol, I am so laughing at this. I have been known to like literally buy salad in a bag. Pour the dressing into the bag and eat the salad out of the bag. Clearly, I would not do that in front of RUclips. The comments would be hilarious. Thank you so much for subscribing and I really appreciate you taking time out and leaving a comment.
I just started realizing I need a second breakfast. If you workout in the morning this is especially a good approach. More small meals and snacks works better for me than fewer large meals. I'm also really petite and can only eat so much at one time. People judge but I don't care. I eat to feel good and satisfy my senses.
Wow. Nice. We are equal on this. I use almost all these ingredients including Diesel protein. lol. Great! I am also small 5’1” Love bowls too. Not a plate person.
I love to cook Do a menu for yourself it’s the best. 2 protein & do sides like baked potatoes have that ready and some carrots steamed kale sautéed, beets, grilled, and maybe some vegetables that you like in a container. And of course, some rice or quinoa so you can mix and match lunches and dinners .
Nice video, good filming and editing. I cannot believe that you are new to RUclips. You got this ! BTW, I am also a bowl person. Now I don't feel so weird !
I also try to keep a simple diet for my husband and I. I always have basic salad fixings, vegetables fresh or frozen in the winter and some protein. I donated all my cookbooks and all the specialized cake pans and cookie cutters.
Thank you for your great videos ! I like all your advices and it also gives me ideas on what to eat. I am 57, I work 4 months a year part time in an office. I am thinking to stop working soon but I did not take my decision yet. I live alone for many years and I am single also. Your videos give me serenity and thank you so much. My mom's name is Reina so I don't know how you write your name. I am from west of Montreal. Have a great evening ! :)
Just found your channel. I really relate and already follow much of what you do. I really enjoyed the recipes. You gave me some new meal ideas to try. I’m a bowl person too and cook with my air fryer. I’ve subscribed. Thank you.
I'm so enjoying your videos. You remind me so much of my other RUclips mentor, Benita Larsson. Is she your soul twin sister? :) Also not a foodie, and your minimalist, calm surroundings are similar. Thanks for the quiet inspiration you've given me.
Hello Raina Yummy, healthy food. Not keen on tofu but you made it look tasty. I am taller than you... but getting shorter as I age!😊I would have to have some bread / toast and butter with some of your meals! Great presentation as usual. 👩🍳💕🥬🥑🍳🍗🙂
Wow, your lunch is like Korean style. We Koreans like to eat dubu(tofu in Korean) with soy sauce, sesame oil, a bit of chopped spring onion, and some red pepper powder^^
Love the foodie video..I would not be able to use the recipes as I am reducing my chronic inflammation and a lot of the foods you are using are not suitable.. that said loads of great points.. I have had MS for.20 years and only just found the diet link information 😮
So much of this obsessive fixation with eating and being afraid of calories or gaining weight. I love to cook for myself and eat a big variety of foods, thin people get old and die same as big people. Just try to enjoy life.
Not all food that use to be nutritious is still nutritious. It’s her channel and she can put whatever content she wants on here. My husband doesn’t watch calories and he had a massive heart attack at 67. Weighed 206 at 5’4”. Calories DO matter. Some people are gluttonous
Thank you for your lovely comment. I will definitely have more cooking videos in the future. This one was really hard for me to do. Making videos is a completely new thing to me and making a cooking video is actually a lot harder than I thought.
Thank you so much. I’m hoping to meet a group of great people through this little venture of mine. I tend to be a bit of a homebody and an introvert so this is a great opportunity to expand my social horizons lol.
@@smallretiredlife yes! I’m making plans to renovate my kitchen and I noticed that your island looks shorter than your stove and countertops behind you. I thought about doing the same thing for prepping food. How’s it working out for you?
Thank you I really try to make most of what I eat fairly simple and healthy. I actually did go back to school the year before I retired to take a diploma in holistic nutrition. Kind of a dumb move on my part because it was really hard and with working full-time at that point it was crazy! But now I enjoy having the knowledge. And it was a good switch up from being a corporate finance girl.
Hi! Very glad I found your channel! I am 47, and trying to set myself up for a better second act than my first. Can you explain Breakfast 1 and Breakfast 2? How far apart do you space them?
Thank you. I'm alone as well. I work out at the gym almost everyday and I eat simple healthy meals too. Sometimes, it's difficult to overcome the loneliness of being alone. I have faced age discrimination and agism. Maybe you could make a video about this topic. Being rejected due to your age is real and a struggle.....
Yes, I know exactly what you mean. Some days it is more difficult. I’m definitely an introvert and my alone days are what I love the best. But even an introvert has to see people every now and then.😀
Wow, I'm surprised to find that our daily meals are quite similar! The biggest difference is that I eat lots of salmon (the only animal product I eat) as an alternative protein to tofu. I couldn't believe how similar your tofu marinade is to mine! 😄
At 63 I try to eat healthy. I like to keep my weight down even though it seems my body wants me meaty, I fight it. Great snacks for night time. Thank you
I do batch cook as I am plant based no oil or added salt. So my freezer is full. I make my own ketchup and mustard without all the additives. Also I eat raw foods which is so easy . No cooking
They are by a company called BIA Cordon Bleu International. I purchased them here in Calgary at a local store called Edelweiss. But I think they actually have a website. Usually like higher-end kitchen stores will have them.
Second video recommended. First was the laid off video. I'm subbing as I'm looking forward to watching your videos and for your channel to grow. Cheers.
Oh thank you so much. And thank you for leaving a comment. Honestly I’m flying by the seat of my pants here. I have never ever filmed a video before except for tiny little short ones for Instagram until I posted that first RUclips video like four weeks ago.
I love every single one of these meals right down to the choice of bowl over plate! 😊 Your layoff story resonated with me ... I was laid off at 59 yo but fortunately I spent the majority of my career as a consultant so i "just pivoted" back to my roots. Took 2 years after my pivot to find a few good client fits, but I am now back in the game for a few more years until my youngest is settled in college and my oldest is settled in his post graduate life.
Welcome here and thank you for leaving a comment. Another bowl lover …I love it. Getting laid off is just really hard and, I don’t know …it kind of does leave you with that ick factor. I’m glad that you were able to pivot and go back to what you had done previously. Being able to run your own business or your own consulting firm is just so empowering. Good for you for having the courage to do that, because running your own gig, I think does take courage.
Oof, I have no idea, I just picked the style and my contractor found them in a local cabinet store. I know IKEA sells similar. They are truly nothing special. There is a brand called Top Knob that carries the same pull and it’s their Mercer Collection - I think that may be what I have. Home Depot has a an almost identical pull by a company called Richelieu. Mine are in a brushed silver nickel.
I’ve never fixed tofu before. There used to be a restaurant in my town lovely tofu salad, but they went out of business. I’d like to try your recipe in the air fryer. Could you tell me what temperature you set it on and how long you had it in the air fryer? I just found you today and you have a lovely channel. Keep doing what you’re doing.
I do the tofu in the air fryer at 400°F. I do it five minutes on one side, then flip it and another five minutes on the other side. So 10 minutes in total, hope that helps.
…I think I’ve found my doppleganger! Are you of Finnish ancestry? Marrimekko gives it away! We are the same height,age, single, stage in life ( I had to retire as I had a cancer diagnosis last year - all going well though), don’t like eating in the morning and think everything tastes better with chop sticks! Love your food tips - I have been struggling for inspiration. Glad RUclips sent me to your channel. Thankyou 😊
lol not of Finnish ancestry but am from what used to be Czechoslovakia, then became the Czech Republic and now is Czechia…I think 😂 when we lived there my parents had the typical 60s mid-century teak furniture, most of it from Denmark. So I guess I have a preference for that Scandi look. And I like things spare.
I just use a Cosori from Amazon. It’s the smaller sized one. I am happy with it…it pretty much does what I need it to, though I don’t really do anything complicated in it.
I enjoyed the video I will be a new Sub...I would love to see what you do to keep motivated ...Hobbies etc...Also don't worry about lighting and or noises in background there will always be people who like to say what's wrong with your videos and others who just enjoy everything about your video...enjoy and have fun with it...
First, thank you for watching and thank you for leaving a comment. Welcome here. And thank you for your kind words. I guess I do tend to stress a little bit about my lack of technical training in filming. I would like people to have a good experience but at the same time, this is a hobby, hence I don’t want to make RUclips’ing stressful. I do appreciate some constructive criticism because hopefully I can improve on a few things. I have to say that it actually is fun to do this and I wanted to stay that way.
I agree with dendee1148 - I think the wonderful natural lighting in your home is very flattering to you & your surroundings, & calming to view. Just found you a couple of hours ago, watched your 9 tips for good living video first. Your manner & content are what's important. If you decide to film at night, you will have more choices to make. I'm 79 (how did THAT happen? - still 37 in my mind) & love my rim soup bowl for pasta, salad, soup, stew ... Keep going ;-)
I also don’t like to cook for myself. Here in the US, we have Meals on Wheels for seniors and that’s where I get my meals Monday-Friday. Mostly, they are good. At least they’re prepared fresh every day and don’t have preservatives. I’ve now caught up on all your videos. Great content and great job with filming and editing.
This by 2nd video. It was just what I needed. I'm 5'1" 71yo still a Canadian but live in USA from 5yo. I'm going to work on my diet to lose weight. Love your suggestions, and will buy a air fryer soon. Question -- What olive oil do you use, there are so many choices, and price doesn't mean it's good. I like tofu but don't know how to cook it. Recipes would be great as mentioned in comment area. Thank you and new subbie.💙💚💛
I use the olive oil from Costco. It’s actually pretty good. The brand is called Terra Delyssa. But any good quality olive is fine. I use avocado oil for my stir fry.
is there a protein powder that is your favorite ? I have never tried a protein powder and think this is a great way to get my nutrients at 64 and I do not eat a lot of meat anymore.
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I'm not like you, on that I love cooking for one! I have a small appetite, and I make sure that my food is nutritious. I'm small, too, so I don't need much, but I do eat great food, simple, high quality, usually from raw ingredients.
I'm 85, and still luckily feeling well. I live alone, frugally! And happily. Single for many years, such a luxury, just pleasing me.
Good for you! Sounds like you are happy, which is the most important thing. Lol, cooking has never really been my thing. I can cook well, I make great bread and I took a diploma in holistic nutrition a couple of years ago just for fun, but I still struggle to get excited about it. I have developed a good repertoire of some yummy and healthy meals, and my goal is to share those on my channel with people that are in the same position as myself… that is they struggle just for themselves or for two people.
I always saw cooking as a duty, and after 25 years of cooking for a family of 5, that was enough thank you very much 😂
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I’m also 5’ & a healthy weight.
I eat largely Keto and within a 10 hour window.
Black coffee with collagen in the morning then brunch around 12-1pm.
Usually avocado & eggs with masses of salad veg + seeds, ferments, seaweed etc.
Dinner is a source of protein (meat, fish, halloumi and a huge plate of at least 4 vegetables.
No potatoes, pasta or rice.
An alternative would be a veggie casserole/chilli made to last 4 days. Bed of kale or similar, not carbs.
Wouldn’t suit everyone but suits me 👍🏻
Omg! I’m 4’11” and slim too! I can confirm that it can much easier to gain weight as a tiny person. I also keep my diet simple and healthy. I have come to enjoy growing vegetables. It’s a relief knowing how it is grown.
I’m 51 and basically retired. I’m legally blind. I’ve spent a good amount of my time contemplating many of the topics that you address on your channel. I don’t have children. I haven’t figured out a “path” to employment with my eye disease. I’ve had to learn new skills and hobbies. Like you I’m focused on how I can have a great life and choose not to focus on things I can not control. 💗
I am so glad I found your channel!! I am 57 and will be retiring next summer at 58 yrs. Your content is exactly what I was looking for. 😊💜
Thank you for watching and welcome here. I think you will love being retired. It’s so nice to just do whatever you want. The key thing is to be able to do things that give you pleasure and joy. Having hobbies definitely is a plus.
I just found your channel and love it. Though I am 71 and have been retired for8 years, I am learning new things watching your videos.
Thank you so much for watching! 🙏
I’m plant based so could easily eat all the yummy things you prepared by adapting just a bit. I love bowl foods too and my air fryer! Thanks for reminding us that eating well can be simple and not take much time.
Thank you so much for the lovely comment!
This is the second video of yours that I've watched, it was another well done video, I am subscribing. It's amazing how many subs you have with 5 videos, you got skillz girl. 🙌🏼
Omg, thank you! I don’t know what happened! Maybe there is a lot of folks my age and they’re looking for their counterparts on RUclips. Now I feel pressured to keep improving. Someone mentioned my lighting is not great! I don’t know how to fix it!!! These are like the only videos I have ever done so the learning curve is steep.
I like the overhead shots of your meal prep - nicely done! 😀
Thank you so much. It took me forever to figure out how to do that.
I appreciate your honest genuine self of hard thoughts and being vulnerable with just trying different things that you give to yourself. Take care
Thank you for watching and thank you for leaving a kind comment. Welcome here. It is hard putting yourself out there on RUclips but I have to say I find it easier than meeting new people. I’m such an introvert and I just suck in social situations so in someways RUclips is actually easier!
One other thing about the bowls... I recently bought a soup cozy and I love it. It's a quit type material that holds in your bowl and keeps your food warm and allows you to carry the bowl to the table without burning your fingers. I just love it.
Fantastic! Nutritious, delicious, and simple meals. I'm so inspired. Thank you.
I'm a bowl person as well. Your meals all looked very delicious. Just found your channel and subscribed. I am in my 70s, so have been retired for many years. I love having the time to do all of the things that I enjoy. Greetings from Southwestern Ontario.
Hello fellow Canadian and welcome here. Always happy to meet another bowl person!
I always eat from a pasta type bowl for every meal:)
Noooo not a bowl! A bowl is for soups and spoons! LOL sorry my pet hate at restaurants is to be given food that needs to be eaten with a fork, in a bowl. So interesting to see what other people like! :)
I like bowls too. If I lived on my own I would eat like that always.
Thanks for sharing your retirement with those who may be curious. I am looking to retire in about 5-7 more years when I hit 60. These videos are giving me some insight into how to prepare. Again thanks!
I don't like breakfast either, until about 10am. I also love my 1 cup of coffee each morning. I'm a big salad eater. Smoothies mostly in hot weather, I add hemp seed and flax seed before I finish blending. My lunch is always larger than my dinner also. I make sure I finish eating at least 3 hours before I go to sleep at night. I'm a new subscriber. Thanks for the video.
This is the kind of food that I make for myself as well. I have been putting off buying an air fryer because I just didn’t think I needed one but after watching you I realize it would be a great thing for me. I live alone, also. If I cook something that takes a lot of effort, I will make a batch of it and freeze some for later meals. For instance, I made goulash and I had enough for another eight servings.
I don’t enjoy cooking but I definitely enjoy eating and it shows. Now that I’m almost there, maybe knocking at the menopausal door..maybe I’m there already because of the weight gain, hair falling out/growing in places , hot flashes, memory lapses, insomnia and ohh the achy joints/pains it’s difficult to lose weight. I need to learn to eat more protein packed smaller meals. ❤
Another great vlog 😊
Hi Raina, i loved your video! Thank you for sharing what you ate in a day, it all looked delicious and easy to make. I now want to get an air fryer, what a useful appliance! 🥰
You look amazing at 62! I would have guessed way way younger! Amazing dishes and so healthy.
Awww, thank you so much for your comment. You absolutely made my day today. I saw a new wrinkle on my face this morning and I was feeling a little bit bummed out - now I feel good again.
Well there is a bit of a filter going on......
Your experience with Philippine food shows perfectly in this video especially for your lunch. You are talented in cooking and making videos ❤
I love your videos. The retirement tips are great! I am also from Calgary and worked in the oil patch. So your story make a lot of sense. You're doing a good job!!
Oh thank you and I i’m so happy someone from Calgary is watching my videos!
I'm going to try all these meals. They look wonderful, and I love how healthy they are. You've inspired me to get an air fryer, too. I think the quality of your videos is great! I'm happy I found you. Thank you!
New sub! I'm 3 to 5 years from retiring and can't wait. Thanks for sharing what I eat in a day and the recipes. I especially like the tofu recipe and never thought to put in an air fyer, so great idea. I hope you post more what I eat in a day and financial advice videos.
Yay! I was hoping to find “solo living meal prep” on your new channel & hope you’ll keep ‘em coming! I’ve never had an air fryer but Id like to learn more about how it works and clean up, to see if it’s something I’d use. Right now, I use a toaster oven, microwave, or stovetop for most of my cooking. I just bought my first tofu and need more detail on how to prepare it. There were so many different kinds to choose from. I think I got the extra firm.
Like you, I love, love, love coffee! I don’t usually get hungry until after my morning coffee time, around 9 or 10am. My “Mr. Coffee” is at least 10 yrs old and I program it to start brewing at 6am. The delicious aroma is so wonderful to wake up to and makes me feel like there’s another person in the kitchen making it (tee hee). I drink a large glass of water first, then settle down with a cup of coffee, electric cup warmer by my side, and sit next to a big window where I can see people out walking their dogs (or themselves), and where squirrels and birds are chasing each other around. I enjoy the view, sip my coffee, and gently ease into another day of “simple living”.
I do lots of different things- when the urge strikes, and at my leisure. And I am grateful for having the luxury to live a life that’s simple, tranquil, & peaceful.
Back to meals, after breakfast, my other meal times vary greatly depending on where I am and what I’m doing. I try not to eat anything after 7pm (to avoid acid reflux🙄).
Love your subject matter, and I’ll be watching for more of your retirement lifestyle videos!
Oh thank you so much and thanks for leaving such a great comment. There will definitely be more recipe and cooking videos. I think it’s hard sometimes just cooking for one person. And also a lot of retired folks just have a tough time scaling down their cooking to one or two people because they’re used to cooking for a family.
I'm a professional chef and that looks pretty dang good!! Great job! I'd eat all of that!
I just found your channel and love it. I also live in Canada but near Toronto. At 58, I am still working but planning to retire in 2-3 years. Your videos are so helpful.
Hey, thanks for saying hi and stopping by my channel and watching my video. I love when fellow Canadians. Find my little space here I have to say retirement is so much fun. I’ve had people say to me that I would be bored and I’m still trying to figure out when that’s gonna happen!
I agree!! I’m from Manitoba, Canada and love when I find and can support other small Canadian content creators 😊🇨🇦
Loved this so much! Thank you for some great ideas!
Thank you so much for watching my video and welcome here. And also thank you for leaving a comment. I have a lot more videos planned for the future.
Loved how simple your meals are. As someone in my senior yrs and being only 5’1” I tend to not eat large and focus on healthy simple meals as well. Looking forward to following your meal plans in the future. 😊🥗
I love your recipes. Please share more of them!!! I’m single, 55 and hate grocery shopping 😂
Coming up in the next video 😉
All these dishes look amazing and easy to prepare. Thanks for sharing. I have been considering an air fryer.
I like cooking and very healthy food and you are foods were great.😍
Love your videos, so helpful for those of us coming up to retirement 😊
Im almost 6ft, love your videos! Thanks for showing us your meals
Hi Raina, love,love,love the ways you say how it is.
Love it when you create your own breakfast ideas.
Very simple.
That tofu yum, yum.😊
Thank you so much. The tofu is lovely. I’m not a vegetarian but I absolutely love tofu. Does that make me a weirdo?
Really enjoyed this video! Would love to know if you have a favorite cookbook. Thanks in advance if you are able to answer that question.
I have to say that I get a lot of recipes online, I tend to make up a lot of my own recipes, but my favourite cookbook is a very old cookbook that I purchased years and years ago, and it’s called Frugal Feasts. It’s written by a ballerina, and her name is Mary Spilsbury Ross. All the recipes in the cookbook are very inexpensive to make, don’t require a ton of appliances and our perfect for one or two people. The recipes are from all around the world, and she learned them while she was travelling with a ballet troupe. That is why they require minimal tools, because she did not have a lot of tools while staying in tiny little hotel rooms.
love it and all your bowls are beautiful
I'm with you on the bowl thing
I love my bowl people!
I always enjoy this type of video and your editing skills are coming along so well!
you used one more bowl than I would, lol.....I use what ever bowl I've made the salad in, and add the protein to it. New subscriber here!
Lol, I am so laughing at this. I have been known to like literally buy salad in a bag. Pour the dressing into the bag and eat the salad out of the bag. Clearly, I would not do that in front of RUclips. The comments would be hilarious. Thank you so much for subscribing and I really appreciate you taking time out and leaving a comment.
I just started realizing I need a second breakfast. If you workout in the morning this is especially a good approach. More small meals and snacks works better for me than fewer large meals. I'm also really petite and can only eat so much at one time. People judge but I don't care. I eat to feel good and satisfy my senses.
I totally agree!
Wonderful day of eating, I am 58 and eat in a similar way. Thanks for sharing your experience. x 🩵🌼
All you're meals look very tasty and I love those pretty little bowls🌿
I like to put my meals in a bowl too.
Wow. Nice. We are equal on this. I use almost all these ingredients including Diesel protein. lol. Great!
I am also small 5’1”
Love bowls too. Not a plate person.
I love to cook
Do a menu for yourself it’s the best.
2 protein & do sides like baked potatoes have that ready and some carrots steamed kale sautéed, beets, grilled, and maybe some vegetables that you like in a container.
And of course, some rice or quinoa so you can mix and match lunches and dinners .
Nice video, good filming and editing. I cannot believe that you are new to RUclips. You got this ! BTW, I am also a bowl person. Now I don't feel so weird !
I also try to keep a simple diet for my husband and I. I always have basic salad fixings, vegetables fresh or frozen in the winter and some protein. I donated all my cookbooks and all the specialized cake pans and cookie cutters.
Thank you for your great videos ! I like all your advices and it also gives me ideas on what to eat. I am 57, I work 4 months a year part time in an office. I am thinking to stop working soon but I did not take my decision yet. I live alone for many years and I am single also. Your videos give me serenity and thank you so much. My mom's name is Reina so I don't know how you write your name. I am from west of Montreal. Have a great evening ! :)
Lovely to meet you my name spelling is Raina. I used to live in Montreal many years ago.
Just found your channel. I really relate and already follow much of what you do. I really enjoyed the recipes. You gave me some new meal ideas to try. I’m a bowl person too and cook with my air fryer. I’ve subscribed. Thank you.
Awesome! Thank you!
I'm so enjoying your videos. You remind me so much of my other RUclips mentor, Benita Larsson. Is she your soul twin sister? :) Also not a foodie, and your minimalist, calm surroundings are similar. Thanks for the quiet inspiration you've given me.
Oh gosh, I have been watching Benita’s videos since the first one she ever posted on RUclips. I feel like she is my soul sister!
Great vlog, so tempting. I agree just love bowls, not plates.🐞
I’m also 5’ and I don’t eat big meals, also eat my first meal between 10 & 11, you’re recipes are similar to what I eat
Thank you, you give me some good ideas and motivation.. I have some problems with my weight. OMG, it’s so difficult…
Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching!
Love that type of simple foods I’m trying to figure out some menus like these.
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Stay tuned!
My most favorite way of eating tofu is agadashi
Hi again from Chilliwack...totally understand the smaller meals.
Just found your channel Love your content very relaxing watching you 🎉
Fun to watch 😊 Hope you keep making vids
Thank you. I plan on making more videos. I’m really enjoying it.
Hello Raina
Yummy, healthy food. Not keen on tofu but you made it look tasty. I am taller than you... but getting shorter as I age!😊I would have to have some bread / toast and butter with some of your meals! Great presentation as usual. 👩🍳💕🥬🥑🍳🍗🙂
Wow, your lunch is like Korean style. We Koreans like to eat dubu(tofu in Korean) with soy sauce, sesame oil, a bit of chopped spring onion, and some red pepper powder^^
Yes…exactly. I love Korean food, Chinese, Thai….any kind of Asian food! I often eat that type of bowl for breakfast 😂😂
Love the foodie video..I would not be able to use the recipes as I am reducing my chronic inflammation and a lot of the foods you are using are not suitable.. that said loads of great points..
I have had MS for.20 years and only just found the diet link information 😮
So much of this obsessive fixation with eating and being afraid of calories or gaining weight. I love to cook for myself and eat a big variety of foods, thin people get old and die same as big people. Just try to enjoy life.
Who says she isn't enjoying life. Being small is challenging in many ways!
Not all food that use to be nutritious is still nutritious. It’s her channel and she can put whatever content she wants on here. My husband doesn’t watch calories and he had a massive heart attack at 67. Weighed 206 at 5’4”. Calories DO matter. Some people are gluttonous
Loved this video and would love to see what other yummy meals you prepare using your air fryer (with temp and cooking time included please :)
Thank you for your lovely comment. I will definitely have more cooking videos in the future. This one was really hard for me to do. Making videos is a completely new thing to me and making a cooking video is actually a lot harder than I thought.
I subscribed to support your channel. Love your videos.
Thank you so much. I’m hoping to meet a group of great people through this little venture of mine. I tend to be a bit of a homebody and an introvert so this is a great opportunity to expand my social horizons lol.
I’m also 5’ tall! Well, almost 😅 Your tofu lunch looks amazing!
Thank you for watching and yay for us shorter gals!
@@smallretiredlife yes! I’m making plans to renovate my kitchen and I noticed that your island looks shorter than your stove and countertops behind you. I thought about doing the same thing for prepping food. How’s it working out for you?
I would love to see more videos like this!
Great job!! Looks excellent
Thank you!🙏
All these recipes look delicious and healthy!
Thank you I really try to make most of what I eat fairly simple and healthy. I actually did go back to school the year before I retired to take a diploma in holistic nutrition. Kind of a dumb move on my part because it was really hard and with working full-time at that point it was crazy! But now I enjoy having the knowledge. And it was a good switch up from being a corporate finance girl.
I applaud your choice of Wüsthof knife!
I am a lefty and knives pretty much humble me! Never know what hand to hold it with…my brain does not get it.
how i wanna look like when im 60 fr
lol! Thank you! You made my day.
I hear you im almost 61 and feel same about food
hello from korea, Kimchi sounds great❤❤❤
Hi! Very glad I found your channel! I am 47, and trying to set myself up for a better second act than my first. Can you explain Breakfast 1 and Breakfast 2? How far apart do you space them?
I eat them about two hours apart. A smoothie just does not fill me up for long so I have a little extra a while after.
Thank you. I'm alone as well. I work out at the gym almost everyday and I eat simple healthy meals too. Sometimes, it's difficult to overcome the loneliness of being alone. I have faced age discrimination and agism. Maybe you could make a video about this topic. Being rejected due to your age is real and a struggle.....
Yes, I know exactly what you mean. Some days it is more difficult. I’m definitely an introvert and my alone days are what I love the best. But even an introvert has to see people every now and then.😀
Wow, I'm surprised to find that our daily meals are quite similar! The biggest difference is that I eat lots of salmon (the only animal product I eat) as an alternative protein to tofu. I couldn't believe how similar your tofu marinade is to mine! 😄
At 63 I try to eat healthy. I like to keep my weight down even though it seems my body wants me meaty, I fight it. Great snacks for night time. Thank you
I do batch cook as I am plant based no oil or added salt. So my freezer is full. I make my own ketchup and mustard without all the additives. Also I eat raw foods which is so easy . No cooking
Wow, that is so awesome. You are definitely super organized!
I eat just like you do. I no longer eat until i'm stuffed. A lot of intuìtive eating. I feel so much better!
I was just thinking about needing new ideas for lunch (I found your channel today even though I’m still employed). Great video
I’m so happy that you found some use in this video. I will do more food videos in the future.
Love the lack of clutter. Excellent palette!
Thanks so much, I'm trying to keep things minimalist these days.
holy moly... the tofu is a perfect lunch! eating for one is a challenge I'm inspired to make better use of my air fryer!
Yes, cooking for one is hard. I’m not a foodie at the best of times. I have to admit sometimes I have Cheerios for dinner. 🤣
I really enjoyed this. We are so much alike!
the little bowls are fabulous....where can i get those?
They are by a company called BIA Cordon Bleu International. I purchased them here in Calgary at a local store called Edelweiss. But I think they actually have a website. Usually like higher-end kitchen stores will have them.
Love it! ❤I’m a big fan of tofu!
Second video recommended. First was the laid off video. I'm subbing as I'm looking forward to watching your videos and for your channel to grow. Cheers.
Oh thank you so much. And thank you for leaving a comment. Honestly I’m flying by the seat of my pants here. I have never ever filmed a video before except for tiny little short ones for Instagram until I posted that first RUclips video like four weeks ago.
@smallretiredlife When I watched your first video, it was at 1.4k you are almost to 4k. I think you're doing great!!
Look forward to future videos
Thank you
This is beautiful and simple
I love every single one of these meals right down to the choice of bowl over plate! 😊
Your layoff story resonated with me ... I was laid off at 59 yo but fortunately I spent the majority of my career as a consultant so i "just pivoted" back to my roots. Took 2 years after my pivot to find a few good client fits, but I am now back in the game for a few more years until my youngest is settled in college and my oldest is settled in his post graduate life.
Welcome here and thank you for leaving a comment. Another bowl lover …I love it. Getting laid off is just really hard and, I don’t know …it kind of does leave you with that ick factor. I’m glad that you were able to pivot and go back to what you had done previously. Being able to run your own business or your own consulting firm is just so empowering. Good for you for having the courage to do that, because running your own gig, I think does take courage.
I cannot function or talk any sense until I have that breakfast coffee and toast when i get up. After that i am somewhat human and ready for my day.
Those meals look delicious 😋
I love your intro music 😂
Do you find it easier to wash your air fryer after each cooking? In my mind, using the oven is easier on cleaning afterwards. Thanks
It’s like washing a pot…so easy.
This is off topic -but can you tell me the brand and name of your cabinet pulls? Love your kitchen!
Oof, I have no idea, I just picked the style and my contractor found them in a local cabinet store. I know IKEA sells similar. They are truly nothing special. There is a brand called Top Knob that carries the same pull and it’s their Mercer Collection - I think that may be what I have. Home Depot has a an almost identical pull by a company called Richelieu. Mine are in a brushed silver nickel.
@@smallretiredlife Thanks for all the info -I will take a look. On the uppers you don’t find they look upside down?
I’ve never fixed tofu before. There used to be a restaurant in my town lovely tofu salad, but they went out of business. I’d like to try your recipe in the air fryer. Could you tell me what temperature you set it on and how long you had it in the air fryer? I just found you today and you have a lovely channel. Keep doing what you’re doing.
I do the tofu in the air fryer at 400°F. I do it five minutes on one side, then flip it and another five minutes on the other side. So 10 minutes in total, hope that helps.
@@smallretiredlifethank you!
…I think I’ve found my doppleganger! Are you of Finnish ancestry? Marrimekko gives it away! We are the same height,age, single, stage in life ( I had to retire as I had a cancer diagnosis last year - all going well though), don’t like eating in the morning and think everything tastes better with chop sticks! Love your food tips - I have been struggling for inspiration. Glad RUclips sent me to your channel. Thankyou 😊
lol not of Finnish ancestry but am from what used to be Czechoslovakia, then became the Czech Republic and now is Czechia…I think 😂 when we lived there my parents had the typical 60s mid-century teak furniture, most of it from Denmark. So I guess I have a preference for that Scandi look. And I like things spare.
Thanks for sharing your daily eats. What about sleep amounts and exercise, again thank you
Definitely so important. I will cover in my q&a video coming soon.
May I ask the make of your air fryer? We have one that is not optimal- always looking for recommendations. Thank you!
I just use a Cosori from Amazon. It’s the smaller sized one. I am happy with it…it pretty much does what I need it to, though I don’t really do anything complicated in it.
Everything looked so fresh and good. What kind of air fryer do you use? I'm a new subscriber and this is my second video of yours. Love it!!!!
I just use a Cosori, the popular brand sold on Amazon. It’s pretty good. I have a small size.
Hi newbie here, where did you buy the bee pollen thanks 😊
Here in Calgary at Safeway in Aspen. It’s a local bee pollen and Safeway has local sellers every now and then.
@@smallretiredlife Hi thanks, can’t see me getting there, forgot to mention I live in England 🏴😊
@@suerolfe9451lol! A bit far!
@@smallretiredlife indeed it is 😂
I enjoyed the video I will be a new Sub...I would love to see what you do to keep motivated ...Hobbies etc...Also don't worry about lighting and or noises in background there will always be people who like to say what's wrong with your videos and others who just enjoy everything about your video...enjoy and have fun with it...
First, thank you for watching and thank you for leaving a comment. Welcome here. And thank you for your kind words. I guess I do tend to stress a little bit about my lack of technical training in filming. I would like people to have a good experience but at the same time, this is a hobby, hence I don’t want to make RUclips’ing stressful. I do appreciate some constructive criticism because hopefully I can improve on a few things. I have to say that it actually is fun to do this and I wanted to stay that way.
I agree with dendee1148 - I think the wonderful natural lighting in your home is very flattering to you & your surroundings, & calming to view. Just found you a couple of hours ago, watched your 9 tips for good living video first. Your manner & content are what's important. If you decide to film at night, you will have more choices to make. I'm 79 (how did THAT happen? - still 37 in my mind) & love my rim soup bowl for pasta, salad, soup, stew ... Keep going ;-)
I also don’t like to cook for myself. Here in the US, we have Meals on Wheels for seniors and that’s where I get my meals Monday-Friday. Mostly, they are good. At least they’re prepared fresh every day and don’t have preservatives. I’ve now caught up on all your videos. Great content and great job with filming and editing.
Nice healthy choices! I've been thinking of getting an air fryer - it seems very versatile!
Thank you. I LOVE my air fryer. It’s perfect for one or two people and the food comes out roasted perfectly.
I have one and love it - so worth the investment!
This by 2nd video. It was just what I needed. I'm 5'1" 71yo still a Canadian but live in USA from 5yo. I'm going to work on my diet to lose weight. Love your suggestions, and will buy a air fryer soon. Question -- What olive oil do you use, there are so many choices, and price doesn't mean it's good. I like tofu but don't know how to cook it. Recipes would be great as mentioned in comment area. Thank you and new subbie.💙💚💛
I use the olive oil from Costco. It’s actually pretty good. The brand is called Terra Delyssa. But any good quality olive is fine. I use avocado oil for my stir fry.
My dr told me 1200 calories. I’m 5’5 and gained 60 pounds. I was doing over 2000 calories because of my soda habit. This is helpful
Yes, soda can be a calorie monster!
@@smallretiredlifesoda and alcohol too! But everything in moderation ❤
is there a protein powder that is your favorite ? I have never tried a protein powder and think this is a great way to get my nutrients at 64 and I do not eat a lot of meat anymore.
I use Diesel. It’s the only one that doesn’t upset my stomach.