Author Archives: Al Zylstra

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!”

Last night was our first Preview Night. It is the first time our cast has performed in front of an audience. It went so well! I am so proud of this cast! I encourage everyone to come a check out this amazing production. I was lucky enough to have a good friend, Jeremy come byContinue reading “Mauritius – Preview Night!”

My newest Stage Managing Production is almost upon us! Mauritius By Theresa Rebeck Genre: Black Comedy / Dramatic Thriller ​ September 19  – October 6, 2024  Thursday – Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 2pm Preview performances Thursday, September 19 and Friday, September 20 Talk back with the director and cast after the Sept. 29Continue reading “Mauritius – The Play!”

It has been a year since Alex and I were in Europe. I cannot believe it has been that long ago. I certainly miss being there. Hopefully, Alex and I can get back there in the next couple of years. In the meantime, please enjoy some of our memories….

Alex and I hosted our annual neighbourhood party – this is our 4th year. Every year we invite all our neighbours in our complex to come by and have food, drinks and music. This year was by far the best one yet! We had so many people come by. Phantom just had to make anContinue reading “July 1 Soiree”

This is my 18th time that I have been given the privilege of being involved in the Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival. This has proven to be one of my favourite gigs that I have ever done. This year’s festival is going to be one of the most impressive ones yet. There are performers fromContinue reading “2024 Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival”

I haven’t posted for a hot minute and I think it is time. I had the opportunity to work at Golf Tournament on June 4. My company, IRIS The Visual Group, was a sponsor of the event and we dispensed over 115 pairs of Sunglasses to registered Golfers. Immediately after dispensing the Sunglasses, we madeContinue reading “Having a golfing adventure”

We have had these two gorgeous monstrosities in our big tank for over 4 years. It is obvious that they had outgrown their home. Time to move them to our pond where they will have 15 new friends to meet!