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Finding inspiration in everyday things.
Earlier this week my daughter left for an extended work trip. It’s quiet around the house without her, which has me asking the question all parents ask at some point: Am I ready be be an empty nester?
In addition to pondering filling the empty nest, the 50th edition of The Sunday Spark discusses rising sugar prices, The Carbon Almanac’s kids page, the reducetarian diet, and decluttering kitchen counters.
Canada has always been recognized around the world as a welcoming nation. But a report I read this week made me question if there is such a thing as too much immigration. Read my thoughts on our housing crisis and labour shortages in week 49 of The Sunday Spark.
Friday was Quitter’s Day, but all is not lost. In this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, why it’s never too late to rethink your goals for 2024. Plus, a look at houseplant appreciation day and decluttering kitchen drawers.
As I sit down to write my December 2023 roundup, I’m amazed at how quickly 2023 flew by. I hope 2024 is off to a good start for you.
Read on for my monthly goals update, and terrific posts on how to improve your financial health, finding joy in life, embracing an ordinary life, and a story that’s sure to bring a tear to the eye of any parent.
Happy New Year. Welcome to the first edition of The Sunday Spark for 2024. Are you excited for the coming year? For the first time ever, I’ve chosen a personal theme for the year—I’m calling 2024 Michelle’s Year of Reinvention. Read on to learn more about my plans and how you can help!
Here we are—the last day of 2023. And what a busy and eventful year it has been! As I do every year, I’ll end the year with a look at some of the highlights of 2023 here on Boomer Eco Crusader. And of course, I’ve got a sneak peek at what’s coming in 2024.
Let’s dive in!
During this season of peace and goodwill, it feels appropriate to reshare my list of Christmas wishes for a world in need. Today’s Throwback Thursday post is from 2022, but it was a repost of a piece I originally wrote in 2020 as the world was struggling through the early stages of the pandemic.
After looking at my blog stats for this year, I’ve decided we need to make 2024 the year of more fun at work. Find out why in week 46 of The Sunday Spark. Also this week: reasons to buy local Christmas trees, sustainable tire options, and low-waste gift wrap.
Along with my monthly goals update, my November roundup has terrific posts on the functions and risks of protein, how to have an eco-friendly Christmas, the power of connection, the state of America, AI-enhanced blogging, and love.
In week 45 of The Sunday Spark, my thoughts on Taylor Swift as 2023’s Person of the Year. Plus: a look at AI’s water consumption, nerdy tree facts, calcium content of plant-based milk, and sustainable hostess gifts.
