If you’re a regular reader, you know I’m a music lover. Sometimes it’s hard to reconcile my love of live music with my desire to be sustainable. A recent concert experience prompted me to research sustainable concert tours, and I learned there are artists and tour companies who are doing this successfully.
The Sunday Spark – Word on the street says…I’m retiring
We announced my retirement date at work this week. In this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, I discuss why I have a hard time saying the word retirement, along with three ways mushrooms are helping the planet, and the daunting task of decluttering t-shirts and sweatshirts.
The Sunday Spark – Am I ready to be an empty nester?
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.
Tiny forests – Guest post for Happy Eco News
Tiny forests, also known as microforests, are taking root in communities all over the world. Today, I’m delighted to share a guest post I wrote on this topic for Happy Eco News.
Resolve to choose sustainable gift wrap this year
In this month’s Climate Change Collective post, Jamie from JamieAdStories tackles one of my gift-giving pet peeves—wrapping! Christmas may be over for another year, but resolving to choose sustainable gift wrap all year round would be a big win for the Earth.
A year of weekly sustainable living goals – Free download
Happy New Year! If your goal for the new year is to live a greener lifestyle, you’re in the right place. To help you reduce your environmental impact, I’ve put together a list of 52 weekly sustainable living goals. Download your free checklist, join the challenge, and let’s make this the greenest year ever!
Carbon offsets, flight shaming and better transportation options
After my recent trip to England, I committed to researching carbon offsets to mitigate the environmental impact of flying. Today’s post looks at the flight shaming movement, and how aviation emissions compare to other forms of transportation. Plus, an overview of how carbon offset programs work, and how you can reduce the impact of your travels.
November 2023 roundup – Great reads and goals update
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.
The Sunday Spark – Thoughts on 2023’s Person of the Year
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.
Spending time in nature – Just what the doctor ordered!
Is spending time in nature just what the doctor ordered? This month’s lead post in the Climate Change Collective is from Alison at A Sustainably Simple Life who tells the story of her experience disconnecting from the world and reconnecting with nature. As I read Alison’s story, I recalled a program I heard about recently where doctors prescribe spending time in nature for their patients