When I celebrated my 59th birthday in July, I decided to do something a little fun and different in my 60th year. I made a list of 60 things I wanted to do before my 60th birthday and shared it here to keep myself accountable. Halfway through the year, here’s how things are shaping up…
The Sunday Spark – Are we allowing too much immigration?
Canada has always been recognized around the world as a welcoming nation. But a report I read this week made me question if there is such a thing as too much immigration. Read my thoughts on our housing crisis and labour shortages in week 49 of The Sunday Spark.
Decluttering challenge – Week 3 – Kitchen cupboards
We’ve made it to week 3 of the 52-Week Decluttering Challenge. This week, we’ll take another big step on our journey by decluttering our kitchen cupboards.
In the first two weeks of the challenge, we decluttered under the kitchen sink and cleared out our kitchen drawers. How are you finding the challenge so far? Are you feeling the benefits of less clutter yet? I know I am!
Tiny forests – Guest post for Happy Eco News
Tiny forests, also known as microforests, are taking root in communities all over the world. Today, I’m delighted to share a guest post I wrote on this topic for Happy Eco News.
The Sunday Spark – It’s never too late to rethink your goals
Friday was Quitter’s Day, but all is not lost. In this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, why it’s never too late to rethink your goals for 2024. Plus, a look at houseplant appreciation day and decluttering kitchen drawers.
Decluttering challenge – Week 2 – Kitchen drawers
Welcome to week 2 of the 52-Week Decluttering Challenge. Last week, we kicked things off by decluttering under the kitchen sink. This week, we’re getting a little more ambitious. Together, we’ll tackle the clutter in our kitchen drawers. And yes, this means it’s time to find out what’s lurking in the dreaded junk drawer.
December 2023 roundup – Great reads and goals update
As I sit down to write my December 2023 roundup, I’m amazed at how quickly 2023 flew by. I hope 2024 is off to a good start for you.
Read on for my monthly goals update, and terrific posts on how to improve your financial health, finding joy in life, embracing an ordinary life, and a story that’s sure to bring a tear to the eye of any parent.
The Sunday Spark – Welcome to my year of reinvention!
Happy New Year. Welcome to the first edition of The Sunday Spark for 2024. Are you excited for the coming year? For the first time ever, I’ve chosen a personal theme for the year—I’m calling 2024 Michelle’s Year of Reinvention. Read on to learn more about my plans and how you can help!
Decluttering challenge 1 – Under the kitchen sink – Free printable
Are you ready for the first task in the 52-Week Decluttering Challenge? Start by downloading your Easy Decluttering Checklist. Then we’ll get to work with our first weekly challenge. It’s a fairly simple one—decluttering under the kitchen sink.
Resolve to choose sustainable gift wrap this year
In this month’s Climate Change Collective post, Jamie from JamieAdStories tackles one of my gift-giving pet peeves—wrapping! Christmas may be over for another year, but resolving to choose sustainable gift wrap all year round would be a big win for the Earth.