In week 32 of The Sunday Spark, I consider whether I’ll ever fully conquer my fear of heights. Plus: surprising things made of oil, the best time of day to fly, food transportation emissions, and a way to conserve water that you might not have considered.
The Sunday Spark – It’s time to end concert ticket extortion
Last week, I wrote about the power of music to bring people together. After seeing the mania as people go to extreme lengths to get tickets to the six November 2024 Toronto dates for Taylor Swift’s Eras tour, this week I’m offering an alternative opinion. The desperation and concert ticket extortion I’ve seen over the last 10 days has exposed the nasty underbelly of the entertainment business.
The Sunday Spark – The power of music to unite people
This week in The Sunday Spark, a reflection on the power of music to bring people together. Plus: Earth Overshoot Day, reducing your refrigerator’s energy use, Alberta’s moratorium on renewable energy, and ways to cut back your school shopping list.
The Sunday Spark – Taking time to breathe!
In week 29 of The Sunday Spark, thoughts on taking time to breathe, self-care, and some ideas for the final week of Plastic Free July.
The Sunday Spark – Goodbyes are never easy
In week 28 of The Sunday Spark, I share my thoughts on my daughter’s cross-country move. Also this week: paper bags made from leaves, candy bars packaged in recycled paper, resources needed for electric vehicle batteries, and week 3 of Plastic Free July.
The Sunday Spark – Why I’m never moving
In week 27 of The Sunday Spark, why I’m never moving, IKEA disassembly instructions, packing vinyl records, and more Plastic Free July swaps.
The Sunday Spark – Why do we feed online trolls?
Earlier this week, I noticed something on Facebook that made me wonder why social media platforms insist on enabling and feeding online trolls. I explore this further in week 26 of The Sunday Spark. Also this week: reef friendly sunscreen, eco-friendly pets, testing cosmetics on animals, and a Plastic Free July update.
The Sunday Spark – 15-minute cities are a good thing
In week 25 of The Sunday Spark, I explore the concept of 15-minute cities. Plus, a look at Canada’s most expensive cities, pollinator week, microforests, and travel snacks and drinks.
The Sunday Spark – Canada’s worst wildfire season ever
Summer hasn’t even started, and Canadian government officials are warning 2023 will be our worst wildfire season ever.
In week 24 of The Sunday Spark, dire stats from Canada’s wildfires. Plus, a look at stevia vs. artificial sweeteners, workplace stress, sustainable activewear, and travel toiletries.
The Sunday Spark – Who are these stay-at-home girlfriends?
In week 23 of The Sunday Spark, some thoughts on the stay-at-home girlfriend trend that’s taking TikTok by storm. Plus, mushroom coffee, generational biases in the workplace, blue carbon, and getting out on local hiking trails.