Give Up Give In

People who know me well know that I do not enjoy cooking. Being on a limited diet and preparing meals for one does not help in that matter.

For many years I cooked healthy meals for a large family. I enjoyed cooking back then. For me getting food to taste right for one is not easily done, therefore I no longer enjoy cooking.

Being able to eat some healthy foods cooked from scratch is a blessing.

When I get hungry enough for one of the few things I cook that tastes good to me I finally give up, give in and cook it.

One morning last week I was hungry for a good healthy breakfast. Breakfast foods are some of my favorites. It was good and I enjoyed every bite.

Scrambled eggs with green, red and yellow bell peppers and onions. Bacon on the side.

Thank you, for stopping by and reading my post. If you were kind enough to leave a comment, it is much appreciated.

It amazes me that all of you great writers, artists, photographers and wonderful bloggers follow my blog. I sure enjoy reading your posts and I am learning a lot of interesting things that I never knew.

I am just a country girl enjoying retirement with not much to say…but for some reason I love and enjoy having a blog.

Hugs and blessings to all.


42 responses to “Give Up Give In”

  1. pk 🌎 Avatar

    Looks delicious 🤩😻

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      It was okay. I did enjoy it.

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  2. Livora Gracely Avatar

    Mags, your simple story made us smile. The way you rediscover joy in everyday moments feels like a warm morning that slowly brings back enthusiasm. There is gentle courage behind your decision to cook for yourself, along with sincere gratitude. Please keep sharing these little lights, because they feel big to us.

    Sometimes cooking is just a “task,” but when we eat alone, the meal becomes a conversation with ourselves: a thank-you to a strong body, a memory of the past, and a small gift for tomorrow. You remind us that caring for ourselves is also a beautiful kind of love. Even breakfast can be a meaningful ritual.

    Within your words, I feel a message: happiness does not wait for something big— it comes from the courage to continue enjoying life. May every meal you prepare bring new smiles, and may your blog keep connecting hearts that strengthen each other. Thank you for sharing warmth that feels real and sweet like that morning.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Thank you so much Livora for your sweet comment. At this stage in my life I find blessings and joy in so many little things that I did not notice so much in my younger days. I hope that others take time to notice the little things that God blesses us with each and every day. Hugs and blessings to you!

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      1. Livora Gracely Avatar

        Dear Mags,
        Your words feel like a gentle reminder wrapped in grace. 🌷✨ As we grow, the small things reveal their true beauty — tiny gifts from God that were always there, waiting to be noticed. Your reflections inspire hearts (including mine) to slow down and cherish them.

        Thank you for the warmth and encouragement you always share. Hugs and abundant blessings right back to you! 🤗🙏💛

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  3. bnave8081 Avatar

    Thank you for taking the time to read my blog! I hope you find the content engaging and informative. You’re doing a fantastic job with your own blog, and I’ve genuinely enjoyed reading your insightful posts.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Thank you so much for visiting my blog and leaving your kind comment. Blessings to you.

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  4. annemariedemyen Avatar

    Your breakfast looks delicious, Mags. I enjoy all of your posts. For some reason I was not getting notices (and it is so difficult to find blogs without them). I unsubscribed and resubscribed (checking off the enable notifications.) Hopefully, this will work! Have a great rest of your day.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Thank you, Anne it did taste good. I hope too that the issue is not resolved and you get notices. I am glad to hear you enjoy my blog. I sure enjoy all of your blog posts.

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  5. Willie Torres Jr. Avatar
    Willie Torres Jr.

    That looks delicious! You make your scrambled eggs the same way I do, with peppers and onions. Yumm !!! I really enjoy cooking too. I do most of the cooking at home, and like you, there are times I love it and times I don’t. I always want to cook something everyone will enjoy, but that’s not always how it goes. I’ve got a house full of very, very, very picky eaters, so we don’t always see eye to eye on meals.

    Breakfast for dinner is even more enjoyable than in the mornings. FYI…

    God Bless You my Dear Sister.

    You Are Loved…

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Thank you, dear Willie. I feel for you. I’ve had to cook for some very, very, very picky eaters also. I agree that breakfast for dinner is more enjoyable than in the morning. I really enjoy a good omelet for dinner. Thank you for your nice comment. Praying for you and your family always dear Willie. Love hugs and blessings for you all.

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      1. Willie Torres Jr. Avatar
        Willie Torres Jr.

        Thank you so much, your Prayers are truly appreciated, needed and received.

        Be Blessed my Dear sister and Continue to be a Blessing.

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  6. Anne Mehrling Avatar

    I’m so glad you have a blog, because I enjoy reading it. I cook good things for myself from time to time. I love breakfast foods and am thinking I should have eggs for the last meal of the day rather than carb-heavy things. That idea popped in my head when I looked at the lovely photo of your egg concoction with bacon.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Thank you, Anne. I am glad you have a blog also and I enjoy reading all your posts. I enjoy a good omelet in the evening. I really could eat breakfast foods anytime. They are easy to prepare and taste good. Thank you for your nice comment. Hugs and blessings

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  7. Vero Avatar

    I love reading your blogs. They come from the real you and I actually feel like I am getting to know you.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      How sweet, Vero. Thank you.

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      1. Vero Avatar

        You’re welcome! ♥

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  8. Vero Avatar

    Yum those eggs look good. I have a sausage/egg casserole you should try. It freezes well and one recipe should make at least four servings for you, I will post it some time soon.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      That would be nice to have something I could freeze for meals ahead of time. I will look forward to the recipe, thank you! Hugs and blessings.

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      1. Vero Avatar

        Just posted it!!! I hope you like it!

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      2. Mags Win Avatar

        I think I will like it a lot. Thank you, again for sharing it. Hugs

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      3. Vero Avatar

        Let me know. Hugs back!

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  9. ianscyberspace Avatar

    You are obviously still enjoying cooking :)

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      No, I can’t say I enjoy cooking but I do enjoy eating. LOL

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  10. ruthsoaper Avatar

    I often have scrambles eggs with peppers and a slice of cheese melted on top. Then I top it with a little bit of sausage gravy and have a side of toast. One of my favorite breakfasts. :)

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Now that sounds delicious. I put cheese in omelets with veggies.

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  11. John Avatar

    Oh yummy, Maggie! I’ll be right over haha! 😂 I enjoy your thoughts on your blog, keep up the great blogging!

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      You would be welcome. :) I am glad you enjoy my blog. I enjoy yours and your photos are always amazing.

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      1. John Avatar

        Thanks very much!

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  12. Kim Smyth Avatar

    I tend to like sweet things for breakfast, but I like eggs once in a while. Dave makes them scrambled with cheese, bacon or sausage on the side, and a biscuit (which I put the meat in and add some molasses or sf jelly).
    I’ve tried a Mexican dish called Migas that looks similar to what you made, but adds jalapeno, tomato, cheese, and tortillas cut into tiny pieces.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      I sometimes add jalapenos to omelets. Your biscuit and molasses sound yummy. I haven’t had molasses in many years.

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      1. Kim Smyth Avatar

        I don’t need it or the biscuit but once in a while it’s a treat!

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      2. Mags Win Avatar

        I don’t eat biscuits or any bread other than gluten free cornbread.

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      3. Kim Smyth Avatar

        I’m trying to eat less bread. It’s the sugar that’s hard to kick. Being around my brother who is always bringing desserts from church, to my once weekly margarita.

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      4. Mags Win Avatar

        Not eating bread is the hardest thing for me because I love all bread. I feel for you, Kim. I too have to watch my sugar intake. Hugs and blessings.

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      5. Kim Smyth Avatar

        Im not diabetic but I need to drop a few pounds and besides, sugar makes me hurt-yet it’s still so hard to stay away from!

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      6. Mags Win Avatar

        Hoping all the best for you. Hugs

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  13. mjeanpike Avatar

    The scrambled eggs look delicious, Mags. Enjoy the day :)

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      They were pretty good. Thank you, Jean you enjoy your day also.

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  14. Mags Win Avatar

    Suzassippi

    What a nice thing to say, Mags! I think one of the things I enjoyed most when I first started to blog was finding new things and new people. Some become blogging friends and some do not. It still gives us a window into a different world view, and that is generally a good thing. Even if we do not agree, it is useful to understand someone else’s perspective and why they think that. Your breakfast looks great!

    Sorry Suzassippi about your comment not showing up. The post went out before I was ready for it to go out. You happened to have found it before I could get it back offline. Hugs and blessings.

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    1. Mags Win Avatar

      Suzassippi, Thank you so much for reading my post. I also enjoy finding people that I like reading their blogs and learning new things. I have certainly enjoyed your blog over the years. The breakfast did taste good. :) Hugs and blessings

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