Monthly Archives: November 2024

October 4, 2024 – This day is bitter-sweet for me. My boss, Debbi – who I have talked about A LOT on this site came to the decision that, after almost 20 years with our employer, it was time to retire. It was not unexpected but still filled me with a low-grade sense of dread.Continue reading “Changes – they have arrived”

21 years ago today, Alex and I walked down the aisle and became wedded husbands!

Way, way, way back in 1986, I had just moved to British Columbia and was managing the Pet Store at Lougheed Mall. The store was a basic disaster. Messy, unorganized, and I discovered that I had no staff other than one full time and one part time. This was going to be a challenge! So,Continue reading “Happy Retirement – Elaine!”