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.
The Sunday Spark – What to do with a lucky windfall?
What would you do with a lucky windfall close to Christmas? Would you give it to charity, use it to buy Christmas gifts, or treat yourself? Find out what I did in week 44 of The Sunday Spark.
Also this week: a look at carbon capture, 3D printing, the climate impact of the rich, and sustainable stocking stuffers.
The Sunday Spark – We Will Meet Again, a poem
In week 43 of The Sunday Spark, a poem about the loss of a faraway relative. Plus, the difference between essential oils and fragrance oils, ice cream innovation, Thriftmas, and recycled gift exchanges.
The Sunday Spark – Visiting faraway loved ones
In week 42 of The Sunday Spark, balancing the environmental cost of air travel with seeing our faraway loved ones. Plus, trivia competition learnings, and a look at carbon offsets for air travel.
The Sunday Spark – The power of an hour
In week 41 of The Sunday Spark, how a focused bonus hour helped me overcome procrastination. Plus, biodegradable poppies, sustainable dye for jeans, skimpflation, and saying no to glitter.
The Sunday Spark – Maybe island life isn’t for me
In week 40 of The Sunday Spark, I ponder the downside of island life after weathering a major storm on the Isle of Wight. Also this week: a look at rainbows, the history of Guy Fawkes Day, the potential of solar panels, and pumpkin disposal.
The Sunday Spark – Celebrating the awesome blogging community
In week 39 of The Sunday Spark, I share some exciting news courtesy of the amazing blogging community. Plus, a look at tree diseases, sponge cities, quinoa intolerance, and sustainable leaf disposal. Happy Sunday!
The Sunday Spark – Thanksgiving and gratitude in 2023
Happy Thanksgiving to my Canadian readers. In week 38 of The Sunday Spark, a reflection on thanksgiving and gratitude. Plus: the environmental impact of rice, eco-friendly hair dye options, expanding the EV charging network, and sustainable Halloween decorations.
The Sunday Spark – Oh my! Pink ribbons everywhere!
In week 37 of The Sunday Spark, I share my thoughts on Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the pink ribbon movement. Plus, a look at France’s clothing repair program, the connection between sitting and dementia, the right temperature for your fridge, and cutting back on cosmetic packaging.
The Sunday Spark – The power of positive affirmations
In week 36 of The Sunday Spark, the power of positive affirmations to overcome negative self-talk. Plus: the Los Angeles Airport’s plastic water bottle ban, an app to promote sustainability, the power of public pressure, and delicious local apples.