So, I am over the moon excited. Alex and I are heading to the Netherlands. We have been talking about this for over 15 years. We finally have booked our trip and it is going to be EPIC!!! I have upgraded my website so we can add video diaries every day! Our main base ofContinue reading “Netherlands Bound – Yippee!!!!!”
Author Archives: Al Zylstra
The Lights of Broadway … er South West Marine Drive – A history of my involvement in theatre. Part 1
So, about 10 years ago, I was trying to find something new to work on. The Rainy City Gay Men’s Chorus had folded and my one creative outlet had suddenly vanished. How was I going to spend my free time now? I was stumped. Then, out of the blue, I got a call from Miles,Continue reading “The Lights of Broadway … er South West Marine Drive – A history of my involvement in theatre. Part 1”
Weekend in Edmonton
So, here I am, back in Edmonton. My trips here are always a whirlwind adventure. I am never in one spot for very long before I dash off. I arrive late on Friday night’s – usually around midnight. A quick dash to the car rental agency, pick up the latest and greatest car ( whichContinue reading “Weekend in Edmonton”
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Remembering our Nykie
Nykie Zylstra was born in Happy Valley, China on approximately Christmas Day, 1998. He was one of approximately 6 puppies born in that litter. He was ½ Chinese Chow and ½ Keeshond. Both breeds are strong willed and very independent minded. Nykie seemed to have developed the best (and worst [grin]) of both…. Now forContinue reading “Remembering our Nykie”
Dragon Boat Festival – 2018
I am always thrilled to follow my bliss. One of my biggest thrills is to work as a Stage Manager. This year marks the 10th year that I have been involved with the Canadian International Dragon Boat Festival. I am responsible for the World Beat Stage – Music Festival. I get to listen to someContinue reading “Dragon Boat Festival – 2018”
Wedding Memories
I know that my anniversary is a ways off, but, I stumbled across some of my wedding photos. These photos were originally posted on Facebook page. When I deleted my Facebook account, I was able to download my history. So, below are some of the photos from one of the happiest days of my life.Continue reading “Wedding Memories”
General Musings
It has been a few weeks since I wrote last and while a lot has been going on the world, I have tried to insulate myself from the majority of it. My own life has been hectic enough. Alex, my amazing husband has been diagnosed with Tinnitus – according to everyone’s favour psychosomatic website: webmdContinue reading “General Musings”
Hello Edmonton
So, another whirlwind trip to visit my mom. As always, I am a bit apprehensive about these visits. One can never be sure of my mom’s state. Fortunately, this has been a good visit. She is relatively lucid and calm. Mom loves to talk about her family and I encourage it. Those memories, while distantContinue reading “Hello Edmonton”
My family history
So, after my parents were married, their lives began to move forward very rapidly. The Second World War had been over for about 5 years and the vast majority of Europe was still dealing with recovery, rebuilding and renovating. The Netherlands was hit especially hard and the economy was faltering. Employment opportunities were few, especiallyContinue reading “My family history”
