Author Archives: Al Zylstra

I had some vacation time that I had to use up and Alex decided that the last week of April was the ideal time to do some big projects around the house. We painted our deck back in 2018 after we got back from our trip to Europe. Here is the before: It had thisContinue reading “Owning a home means never… (fill in the blank)!”

Today marks 5 years since my mom died. Still think about her every day. I still beat myself up over not visiting her more often than I did. However, I did make the most of my visits to her when I could. The last three years of her life were filled with monthly trips toContinue reading “April showers”

Opening March 28th“Next Fall”By Geoffrey NaufftsDirected by Wayne NolanLuke believes in God. Adam believes in everything else. “Next Fall” portrays the ups and downs of this unlikely couple’s five-year relationship with sharp humour and unflinching honesty. And when an accident changes everything, Adam must turn to Luke’s family and friends for support… and answers. “NextContinue reading “Next Fall!!!”

So, February has a few notable dates for me: February 1, 2003 – the day my dad died February 12 is my mom’s birthday. She would have been 98 this year. I think about her every day and how happy she was knowing that I had Alex in my life. February 20, 2015 – My one andContinue reading “February – another challenging month”

I know that I have been posting a little about this project but I am getting very excited about it. Luke believes in God. Adam believes in everything else. “Next Fall” portrays the ups and downs of this unlikely couple’s five-year relationship with sharp humour and unflinching honesty. And when an accident changes everything, AdamContinue reading “My Newest Project”

February 12 is a bit of a milestone for me and Alex. It was 21 years ago on February 12 that we met for the first time. I still find it hard to believe that he has put up with my antics and shenanigans for this long. I am very fortunate or he is bat-shit crazy. The jury isContinue reading “Happy Anniversary, Babycakes”

I have started on my latest project: Next Fall. Running at the Deep Cove Theatre from March 28 through April 13. Tonight is our first rehearsal!

Today is my sister’s birthday. I still miss her so much each and every day. 

2023 turned out to be a pretty good year for Alex and I. We came through it relatively unscathed. There were a few blips on the road. December 2022 I went to Mexico in early December 2022 for a work function. It was my first work trip with IRIS and I was soooo excited. WeContinue reading “2023 – The Year end review”