Author Archives: Al Zylstra

So, there is going to be a Zylstra family reunion in Holland next month. Alex and I had originally planned on going, but, due to unforeseen circumstances, we are unable to attend. This event is somewhat monumentous. It is a celebration of my paternal Grandfather, Hantje Zylstra. He was killed on May 4, 1945 nearContinue reading “Family Reunion in Holland”

So, bit the bullet last weekend and cleaned out the pond. Wow! These feeder goldfish are HUGE! Bought a new lighting system, too. Next up: rebuilding the rabbit pen. It is still functional but, needs a new front for easier access. Phantom is feeling a little neglected. Beau is lounging while we make all theseContinue reading “Hello Spring”

Who am I kidding? I loved doing this show but, I am so happy to be done with it. I need the rest.

So, I have been reporting on some of the plays that I have been working on at the Metro Theatre since I got involved with them. I have more of them to add in the coming weeks, but, I wanted to write about my latest one: UP & COMING – written by Eric Chappel HereContinue reading “My latest Theatre Project”

February 20 is still and now, will always be a day that fills me with ennui. This is the day that I said “goodbye” to my sister. Words escape me.

So, here it is, February 1, 2019. The 16th anniversary of my Dad’s death. I just reread my previous post about Dad. I don’t honestly think I can expound on it any better than I did when I first wrote it. Check it out – scroll down to Memories of my Dad

So, my latest trip to Edmonton was not off to a good start. But, I am always the eternal optimist. I went back to Mom’s nursing home on Sunday with a determination that I was going to have a nice visit with my Mom. To hell with Dementia. We were going to have a goodContinue reading “Edmonton Blues – Pt 2”

My latest trip to Edmonton has been a bit of a letdown. Earlier this week, I pulled some muscles in my back, resulting in me missing a day of work and being forced to walk around shaped like a question mark. I actually considered cancelling my trip but my trips to Edmonton are NEVER aboutContinue reading “Edmonton blues”

So, chances are good that my husband will not see this – for some reason, he doesn’t subscribe to my website (*sigh) But, this post isn’t for him, but, it is about him. I have always considered myself one of the luckiest guys on the planet when this man came into my life. He hasContinue reading “Happy Birthday, Alex”

So, it has been a few weeks since I posted last. The year end is always kinda busy for me and some things get dropped by the wayside. This blog, apparently, is one of them. But, I am going to try and make up for it with this post. It has been a tumultuous yearContinue reading “Season’s Greetings – Year End Review”