March is here so it’s time for my February 2026 blog roundup. Read on for a summary of my writing activity for the month and inspiring posts on misconceptions around IVF, the importance of local connections in a technology-driven world, and the need for mattering in retirement.
2025 reading roundup – The road to 1000 books
Today’s 2025 reading roundup highlights the books I read in the last two months of 2025, along with a summary of my reading activity for the year and my progress toward my goal of 1000 books.
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.
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.
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.
Inspiring reads in my September 2025 blog roundup
Along with a summary of my writing activity last month, my September 2025 blog roundup has terrific posts on the difficulty of doing nothing, terms and conditions for well-being, and redefining success.
My favourite summer reads on the road to 1000 books
Is there anything better to do in summer than relax outdoors with a good book? As I continue my road to 1000 books, one of my summer goals was to take a break from non-fiction and read more fiction. In today’s post, find out what I’ve been reading and top recommendations from my summer reads.
Hope by Pope Francis – Book review
I recently read Hope, the autobiography of the late Pope Francis. It was an inspiring read that provided perspective on the world’s troubles and what it will take to heal the divisions in society. Learn more in today’s blog post.
June 2025 roundup – Great reads and goals update
In the blink of an eye, half of 2025 is in the books. June was a busy month, so I’m ready for a little downtime over the summer. But first, my June 2025 roundup. Along with my goals update, this month’s roundup has terrific posts on rainbow washing, patriotism vs. nationalism, and male-female friendships.
May 2025 roundup – Great reads and goals update
June is here, although we’re still waiting for the weather to warm up consistently here in southern Ontario. In addition to my goals update, my May 2025 roundup has terrific posts on the wisdom of age, making light of our technological challenges, and reclaiming our hope and joy.