Since starting out in 2022, the Climate Change Collective series has featured 38 posts from 9 talented writers. In recent months, some of our regular contributors have taken a step back to focus on other priorities. This gives us an opportunity to welcome new writers to the group.
Inspiring reads in my November 2025 blog roundup
And just like that, the last month of 2025 is here. Along with a summary of my writing activity last month, my November 2025 blog roundup has terrific posts on the wisdom of age, an updated Christmas don’t want list, the value of a vision board, and rethinking our approach to post-secondary education.
The Sunday Spark – A season of hope
As Christians around the world light the first candle on the Advent wreath, today’s post shares reasons to be hopeful as Christmas approaches. In addition to celebrating this season of hope, this week’s edition looks at France’s new fast fashion law, Elphaba’s message of “green for good”, and upcycling used tires into noise barriers.
You are unique – No-one else can tell your story
What comes to mind when you hear the word legacy? Usually, people immediately jump to leaving behind physical and financial assets. But what about the wisdom you’ve gained over your lifetime? Today, I hope to inspire you to tell your story, because no-one else can do it like you.
The Sunday Spark – Are AI companions replacing real connections?
Is an AI chatbot a substitute for real human connection? The rising popularity of AI companions has me concerned for the future of humankind. This week’s edition of The Sunday Spark looks at the disturbing AI companion trend, along with three electric vehicle innovations that show the promise of green energy.
Say NO to Black Friday and YES to Buy Nothing Day
Are you ready for the silly season to kick into high gear? Black Friday is coming up next week. This day best known for retail mayhem is also Buy Nothing Day—an opportunity to rethink out-of-control consumerism. Today, I look at the origins of Buy Nothing Day, and offer alternatives to heading to the malls on Friday.
Fall reading update – The road to 1000 books
Cooler weather and dark evenings are here. Is there any better time to curl up with a good book? In my fall reading update, I share my favourite reads of the past three months, and an update on progress toward my lofty goal of reading 1,000 books.
The Sunday Spark – True creativity is to be cherished not automated
In recent months we’ve seen AI infiltrate every area of the entertainment industry. This dismays me because we need to cherish true creativity…not try to automate it.
Learn more in this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, along with why booze-free drinks are so expensive, how to chop onions with no tears, and how a solar panel mural revitalized an aging building.
Throwback Thursday – Restore calm with simpler holiday celebrations
Today’s Throwback Thursday post from 2023 has a roundup of tips and ideas for simpler holiday celebrations. Make this the year you restore calm and get back to the true meaning of the holidays.
The entertainment industry’s power to drive environmental change
This month’s lead post in the Climate Change Collective series comes from Alison at A Sustainably Simple Life who looks at Formula 1’s sustainability initiatives. Alison’s post, and a piece I saw recently about upcycling music artist merchandise, prompted me to consider the power of the sports and entertainment industries to drive environmental change.