mynewusual, Author at My New Usual

Easy Dinner – Nosh Night

We've all been there. You have guests coming for dinner, and you are wiped out. Too tired to cook, to overwhelmed to order. So take a step back, let your guests contribute (everyone wants to) and consider Nosh Night! …

Inspiration

Jamie’s Gems – Giving

Today from Jamie's Gems: There is something incredible about giving when it's our idea. It's a profoundly life giving and satisfying way to live. The generous life is the only life worth living. Follow the series “Jamie’s…

Inspiration

Thought of the Day – Keep On Keeping On

There will be so many days when you are weary and feel like throwing in the towel. Keep going, even if it is just one day at a time. Never, ever, give up.

Health + Wellness

Cauliflower Tikka Masala

I am in love with Indian food. The spices and bright flavors delight me. I first learned about it from a former boss's mother, who was kind enough to teach me how to make a few dishes in her kitchen.…

Health + Wellness

HOT TIP! Anti-Inflammatory News

| HOT TIP: A new report from Harvard researchers found that women who ate processed foods were more likely to suffer from depression than those who ate natural foods. This from a 12 year study with 43,000 women participating. Stick to those…

Inspiration

Jamie’s Gems – We Can Help…

Today in "Jamie's Gems..." We can all help make the world a little kinder. Follow the series “Jamie’s Gem’s” every Monday on www.mynewusual.com. Check us out on Facebook, Twitter,Pinterest, You Tube and Instagram.

Inspiration

Thought of the Day – “Surround Yourself…”

Hope you had a good week. Here's a little something to kick your weekend off right.

Inspiration

Jamie’s Hearts – Children’s Oncology Prom, A Heart Story

Please read this very special story from our own Jamie in her new series, "Jamie's Hearts." Children’s Hospital of Orange County - Oncology Prom Everyone remembers their high school prom. It’s a “rite of passage” that every teenager…

Health + Wellness

Picnic it UP on the 4th of July

(This is our post from last year at this time - still a winner! Enjoy!!) Need some picnic ideas for the Fourth of July? Yep, we can do that. Here are some great recipes to try out on your guests…

Expressions

New Beginnings – Part Two

Join us for Part Two of Neyonce's "New Usual" It’s been 400+ days post D-Day (the day of my tragic insurmountable loss) and it’s been 21+ days since I’ve welcomed and accepted my transition into ‘my new usual’ life. While…