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.

Happy reading!

What I wrote in February

In case you missed any of them, here are the new posts I published in February here on Boomer Eco Crusader.

• The Sunday Spark – Happy Yorkshire Pudding Day!
• January 2026 goals update
• The Sunday Spark – Celebrating the bravery of immigrants
• Clutter Tales – Rediscovering handwritten performance appraisals from the 1990s
• The Sunday Spark – The way we read has changed
• It’s time to say no to unhealthy snack foods
• The Sunday Spark – Let’s take off the rose-coloured glasses
• Water shortage a wake-up call for all of us

I also refreshed and republished these posts.

• Best homemade soup recipes to warm up winter
• Mom’s life lessons on simple living

And on my retirement coaching site Second Life Vision, I published the following:

• How old do you feel? Surprising survey
• Make retirement the best stage of life

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Cool things I read in February

Since publishing my first monthly roundup at the end of 2020, it has been an honour to introduce you to some of my favourite bloggers. I started the roundup to say thank you to the blogging community and bring attention to talented writers who create inspiring and informative content.

Here are 3 pieces that captured my attention in February.

I Just Want a Baby – Existential Ergonomics

Erin has been documenting her journey through IVF in heartfelt, insightful, and sometimes humorous, blog posts. In this informative piece, she clears up some common misconceptions about IVF.

When people hear “IVF,” many imagine a kind of futuristic control, with parents choosing their baby’s traits as if from a catalog. … But the reality for most couples going through IVF couldn’t be further from that glossy illusion. We’re not trying to design our children. We’re just trying to overcome the obstacles standing in the way of conception.

I Just Want a Baby – Existential Ergonomics

Local Relationships – The Key to Surviving in an AI World – Wynne Leon

The modern world feels impersonal in many ways, but Wynne’s post reminds us of the power and importance of local relationships in a world where AI seems to be replacing everything from work relationships to romantic partnerships.

But what makes an immediate difference in our lives and in the lives of others is creating relationships, showing kindness, and doing the next right thing. And AI doesn’t change that.

Local Relationships – The Key to Surviving in an AI World – Wynne Leon

The Overlooked Side of Retirement: Mattering – Edward Ortiz

In this insightful post, Edward discusses the need for retirees to feel valued and the importance of finding ways to make meaningful contributions after retirement.

Retirement is a deliberate action, and it takes years of planning. Finances are a big piece. … But the issue of mattering—living purposely—is equally important, and we need to think about it.

The Overlooked Side of Retirement: Mattering – Edward Ortiz

Thanks for dropping by to check out my February 2026 blog roundup. I’m always looking for great content. If you read anything inspiring in February, drop me a link in the comment box below.