Mark Busse

I dare you to go past your two minutes. I will ding you so loud. https://www.instagram.com/p/CqJUieNvgdL/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Sometimes dinner dialogue takes unexpected turns and messes up the intended vibe. Still good to practice gathering in person again with friends new and old. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp-ctcPrdwx/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

And often people surprise and delight! (at Bon's Off Broadway) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpqDdJUpdk_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

One year today since Terri was reunited with Dad. Missing them both lots, but also feeling grateful to have my brother in law Rod in my life. In this silly photo I like to think they are saying, “Look, health, happiness and hope lie ahead!” ;-) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmuX91zyknj/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Bring on the holidays. \m/ \m/ https://www.instagram.com/p/Clq5JaVJdUo/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I was chatting with a friend today who was stressed and starting to panic about finding a ceremony officiant or marriage commissioner for his upcoming nuptials. Keep in mind that I am legally empowered to marry folks in BC (and the US actually), although my preference will always be to unite friends I know/love who I feel confident should be together. Ping me if I can help make your day special. (photo of Andrea Curtis and Ben Cooper by Gabriel Martins) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cky18ssyLc8/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Anyone else jumped over to Mastadon yet? I am @markbusse@sfba.social (couldn’t find any local or Canadian servers) https://www.instagram.com/p/CkoYm5WPl_8/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Tomorrow I am touched, grateful, and honoured to serve as officiant at my friends Farah and Andy’s wedding. Sort of fitting as they met at my birthday/funeral/wedding renewal party a few years ago. https://www.instagram.com/p/CjbjKbjPz61/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

One year today since we said goodbye. I hope you are having a fun game of street hockey with your old pals. I love Dad. https://www.instagram.com/p/CjVezHFrM-y/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Yesterday I was honoured to serve as host of the Understanding Isolation Conference virtual conference as the first day of Brand Battle for Good. Next Wednesday will be the in person “hack-a-thon” where teams will jam hard to generate ideas to tackle social isolation in Vancouver and I will host the awards night event. #brandsforbetter #yvrbrands https://www.instagram.com/p/CjGfsX4P50I/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Thanks to my talented friend Albert Law for my new headshot. www.albertlaw.ca https://www.instagram.com/p/Ci-ueNwPLZV/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

I’ve enjoyed giving back to young professionals looking for some guidance via Pick My Brain’s mentorship program. https://www.instagram.com/p/Chm4lrCpysS/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

HIVE MIND!! Hands up if you have experience running a non-profit society in BC. I need a little advice before I make a decision. Can we talk? [Image just to get your attention—it was a delicious hot dog] https://www.instagram.com/p/CgxW5IPvubr/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Olga and Tippy stretched their legs in the sunshine without passengers or baggage. Loved it! (at White Rock, British Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cf2MEIuPwE2/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

We hopped on our Harley “Olga” and rode to Alberta and back—the long way. 10 days 3600+ km 13 towns 30 friends and family 13 tanks of gas 3 quarts of oil 13 podcasts 3 yacht rock playlists 3,930,000 dead bugs https://www.flickr.com/photos/busse/albums/72177720300277466 https://www.instagram.com/p/CfkmlcgpUYZ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

First Father’s Day without this donkey. Miss you Dad. https://www.instagram.com/p/Ce_WkrfLSIW/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

After my little foster Cory died suddenly last year I inherited his Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Custom “bagger” named Olga. Andrea and I always thought we’d eventually buy a cruiser and do some bike trips together, so we’re here a little earlier than planned. She’s not the fanciest bike by any means, but she runs like a beast and I will always remember Cory when we ride. https://www.instagram.com/p/CdZF-2pPEyd/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=