A recent conference presentation brought home to me how workplace connections have eroded as technology has exploded. Read my thoughts on this in today’s edition of The Sunday Spark, along with neighbours offering rideshare services, transforming windows into solar panels, and the connection between endocrine disruptors and fertility.
It’s time for a May 2026 goals report
June is here and it appears warmer weather may have arrived to stay here in southern Ontario. Read on for my May 2026 goals report and a look at my goals for June.
It’s time for my May 2026 blog roundup
My May 2026 blog roundup has a summary of my writing activity for the month, and terrific posts on the danger of a frictionless life, the importance of making fun a habit, and why handwriting still matters in a digital age.
The Sunday Spark – The joy of being home again
We arrived home from our trip to the east coast on Tuesday, exhausted from the long drive but happy to be home again. This week’s edition of The Sunday Spark has thoughts on the joy of returning home, the UN’s stand on climate change responsibility, highway noise barrier solar panels, and a hub for repairing outdoor equipment.
Simple space saving tips for smaller homes
As many people struggle to get into the housing market, tiny homes and micro-condos have emerged as the latest trend. These tiny condos mean many people are looking for tips on maximizing space and staying organized in smaller spaces. Today’s post has a roundup of space saving tips for smaller homes.
An adorable letter to the Tooth Fairy
Sorting and decluttering our daughters’ rooms has brought back many memories, but an odd find in Laura’s room reminded me of how the Tooth Fairy left more than money at our house. It’s time for another Clutter Tale!
Canada’s east coast – Simply slower and friendlier
Instead of my usual Sunday post, today I’ll share some sights and highlights of our time on Canada’s east coast where life is simply slower and friendlier.
The wisdom of the Seven Sacred Laws
Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen’s mission patch for the Artemis II mission is steeped in symbolism. Among other things, it highlights the wisdom of the Seven Sacred Laws of the Indigenous peoples—something we can all learn from.
The Sunday Spark – Just the facts, please!
As a new study revealed Canadians are very concerned about misinformation, I recalled something I saw recently about the difference between facts and opinions. Learn more in this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, along with an EU ban on disposing of unsold clothing, why art is good for us, and fun facts about potatoes.
Helpful tips for decluttering sentimental items
How do you approach decluttering sentimental items? If you have things lurking in your house that haven’t seen the light of day in years but you just can’t bear to let them go, read on for my tips for preserving your memories without keeping the physical items.