In this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, the power of being a do-gooder. Plus: the difference between possums and opossums, a word of the week, and repairing potholes with recycled clothing.
The Sunday Spark – Seize your right to vote
Poor voter turnout in our recent municipal elections has me wondering why people don’t take full advantage of their right to vote. Learn more in this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, along with New Orleans fun facts, the world’s largest electric ferry, and floating chargers.
Spooky and inspiring reads in my October 2026 blog roundup
My October 2026 blog roundup has terrific posts on the mindset shift from saving to spending, an introvert’s view of our chaotic world, and marketing tricks to watch out for this holiday season. As a bonus, there’s also a couple of spooky true life ghost stories to get you in the Halloween spirit.
The Sunday Spark – When did common courtesy become uncommon?
Do you ever wonder what happened to common courtesy in our world? Thoughts on that in this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, along with a look at parking lot solar, coconut oil jet fuel, and the role of Canada’s Indigenous peoples in the clean energy transition.
Why I write in 2026 – It still matters
In a world where AI can generate all kinds of content with a few clicks, the importance of writing as a life skill and valuable craft is often trivialized. Today, I reflect on why I write and urge all writers to do the same.
The Sunday Spark – Need a catchphrase to describe who I am now
“What do you do?” is often the first question we ask when we meet someone new. In this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, I ponder a catchphrase to describe who I am now. Plus: incentives for heat pumps, teenagers tackling plastic waste, and supporting cancer charities with used bridal wear.
Summer 2026 reading update – The road to 1000 books
Now that we’re into the last quarter of 2026, it’s time for another update on my quest to read 1,000 books. Read on for my summer 2026 reading update, including my top five summer reads.
The Sunday Spark – Fall in Charlottetown
Happy Thanksgiving to all my Canadian readers. This week’s edition of The Sunday Spark has highlights of my recent visit to PEI, along with a look at plastic-free coffee pods, marigolds as a source of protein, and Vancouver’s zero-waste ambassador program.
Let Freedom Read Day – “Sold” book review
Banned Books Week wraps up today with Let Freedom Read Day. Today, we’re all encouraged to take at least one action to fight back against censorship. Read on for my review of “Sold”, one of the most frequently banned books.
What will you read for Banned Books Week?
October 4 to 10 is Banned Books Week. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the joy of reading and stand up for the right to read. Will you join me in taking action?