How is it possible that the first quarter of 2026 is in the books? It feels like we just celebrated Christmas and now Easter is behind us and we’re looking ahead to spring. Today’s post has my March 2026 goals update and a preview of my April goals.
The Sunday Spark – Bring on the Easter chocolate!
Happy Easter! After my Lenten fast, I am more than ready to indulge in some Easter chocolate this morning. This week’s edition of The Sunday Spark is short and sweet as I enjoy some Easter chocolate and family time.
It’s time for my March 2026 blog roundup
April is here so it’s time for my March 2026 blog roundup. Read on for a summary of my writing activity for the month and thoughtful posts on medical assistance in dying, social wellbeing in retirement, and communication of environmental issues.
Join the Tidy-Up Tuesdays decluttering challenge
As we gear up for spring cleaning season, you may feel the need to do a little decluttering. If you do, I hope you’ll join my Tidy-Up Tuesdays challenge in April. Read on to find out how the challenge works and how you can participate.
The Sunday Spark – Secularism vs religious freedom
Religious freedom has been in the news this week as the Supreme Court of Canada debates Quebec’s controversial Bill 21. Learn more in this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, along with Canadians and their cats, floating solar panels, and piano facts.
6 ways to reduce the environmental cost of experiences
This post in the Climate Change Collective series explores the environmental cost of the experiences that have replaced material goods for many who want to simplify their lives. Read on to learn why we can’t ignore the impact, and for ways to reduce the environmental cost of experiences.
Putting together a capsule wardrobe for spring
As part of my ongoing efforts to declutter and simplify, I’ve decided to put together a capsule wardrobe for spring. In today’s post, learn how a capsule wardrobe works, and which items I chose for my spring lineup.
The Sunday Spark – What makes you happy in 2026?
This week’s release of the 2026 World Happiness Report prompted me to ask, “What makes you happy in 2026?” Learn more in this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, along with Toronto’s program to preserve green spaces, how Canada will meet increased electricity demand, and World Bear Day.
Throwback Thursday – Fun spring activities you’ll love
To celebrate tomorrow’s Spring Equinox, today’s Throwback Thursday post has 18 simple and fun spring activities everyone will enjoy.
Have we forgotten about climate change?
Over the last year, concerns about the economy and national sovereignty seem to have pushed climate change to the back burner for Canadians. Do Canadians still care about climate change? A new report released in February suggests they do.