As cozy sweater season ramps up, it’s time for my September 2026 blog roundup. Along with a summary of my writing activity for the month, this month’s roundup has terrific posts on tool libraries, old love letters, and quitting’s bad rap.
The Sunday Spark – Our gambling problem
As I hear more about the negative effects of sports betting on young people, it’s clear we have a gambling problem. Learn more in this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, along with updates on greenwashing, starwashing, and greener data centres.
From worried to activated – Climate action offers hope
In a recent webinar, well-known atmospheric scientist Dr. Katharine Hayhoe discussed the importance of moving people who care about the environment from worried to activated. She also shared a message of hope in the fight against climate change.
The Sunday Spark – Celebrating our multicultural mosaic
On Sunday, our church held a multicultural festival. This uplifting celebration reminded me of the rich multicultural mosaic we enjoy in Canada. Learn more in this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark along with a look at methylated multivitamins, the “Clean 15” fruits and vegetables, and fossil fuel consumption in 2026.
Is bamboo sustainable? Here’s what I learned
Is bamboo sustainable? A few weeks ago, I replaced an old threadbare set of bamboo sheets. When I bought them several years ago, I didn’t give any thought to bamboo as a sustainable choice. This time I did some research to learn more about this plant and to find out if it’s as sustainable as many people think.
Greenpeace Day – Add your voice and make a difference
September 15 is Greenpeace Day, a day to celebrate an inspiring organization that started from the humblest of roots. Read on to find out the history of Greenpeace, why it matters more today than ever, and how you can get involved.
Microforests – A tiny idea with big potential
Inspiration for this lead post in the Climate Change Collective series came from a program right here in my own community. Read on to learn about Sustainable Waterloo Region’s Microforest Planting Program, and how I got involved in the planting of one of these tiny forests.
The Sunday Spark – Dolly Parton – A true class act
Like many people, I was saddened to hear of the death of Dolly Parton. She was truly a class act whose impact extended beyond music. Along with a tribute to Dolly, this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark looks at the origins of zed and zee, the Royal Mail’s progress electrifying its fleet, and California’s legalization of balcony solar.
The Sunday Spark – The scourge of door-to-door salespeople
Do you answer your door to strangers? Find out why I don’t in this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, along with the next frontier of sustainable aviation fuel, the importance of leg strength in reducing falls, and the mystery of double-yolk eggs.
The Sunday Spark – Let’s just enjoy the moment
When our local newscasters declared summer to be over earlier this week, I had to wonder why it’s so hard for us to simply enjoy the moment we’re in. Read my thoughts in this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark, along with subway cooling innovations, cougars returning to Minnesota, and the health benefits of jumping.