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.
The Sunday Spark – Why don’t we celebrate generational differences?
In week 35 of The Sunday Spark, as the Japanese observe Keiro No Hi, a celebration of the wisdom of age, I consider how generational differences enrich our lives. Plus, a new eco-friendly building material, rising Arctic temperatures, fascinating animal migration facts, and thrift store shopping.
The Sunday Spark – School’s out … forever?
In week 34 of The Sunday Spark, I share my feelings on the lack of back-to-school activity in our house this year. Plus, a look at the cost of raising kids, stats on shrinking families, the dilemma of e-waste, and tips to reduce lunchbox waste.
The Sunday Spark – There really is no place like home
Ahh! Home sweet home! After several weeks of vacation and work travel, the words “Be it ever so humble, there’s no place like home” have been ringing in my head this week. I reflect on the joys of staying home in week 33 of The Sunday Spark.
Also this week: understanding your risk of osteoporosis, cutting your household’s food waste, and a lesson in Swift-onomics.