Big Brothers/ Big Sisters Designer's Showcase

An incredible time was had by all who participated in supporting this wonderful organization. Guests began the evening with a viewing of a beautiful home designed by architect Lezley Barclay. http://www.lezley.info/.

Emcee for the dinner and auction was celebrity culinary expert Jennifer Bushman. http://www.kitchencoach.com/about.html.

More images of the event at my website:

http://depictionsbydon.com/Groups

Surprise 70th Birthday Party for Keith Parkyn

Marian & I were invited to a very special Birthday for longtime client and friend Keith Parkyn. Tomorrow (April 10) he celebrates his 70th birthday, but last Sunday, his family (Wife Chris, 2 sons & 7 daughters) were able to pull off a complete surprise party for him at the Peppermill. You can view images of his party here: www.dePICtionsbydon.com/events. p.s. this birthday is of special significance, because Keith is a cancer survivor.

-don

Marian & I in Tucson, AZ

Marian & I flew the new ExpressJet direct, non-stop from Reno to Tucson, and we were very impressed! Kudos to the flight attendant (Barbara), who kept our glasses full, and served a complimentary lunch (turkey & swiss sandwich).

I went to Tucson to attend an insurance and financial services meeting for the first 2 days, and catch a little R&R for the remaining time. We visited the Reid Park Zoo, a teeny-tiny zoo with lots of character and charm, and the Arizona-Sonara Desert Museum, a MUST SEE for anyone visiting Tucson. Marian & I especially liked the Hummingbird Aviary, the Cactus Garden, and the Mountain Lion Exhibit (real ones in their own habitat!). FYI- two places we visited to catch a bite

1. Rusty's Family Restaurant and Sport's Grill http://www.rustystucson.com/. GREAT Burgers and fries!

2. Chuy's Baja Broiler for a good frozen Strawberry Daquiri (we only ordered nachos).





Wishing you all many joy-filled memories,





-don

Lunch at Josef's Vienna Cafe with event coordinator Brooke Nevis

Brooke owns Siven Events (that's her name spelled backwards), and she specializes in wedding planning. She is vivacious, full of energy and ideas, and is a newlywed herself (just celebrated her first anniversary)! Ask her about planning a destination wedding to Maui, OK? http://www.sivenevents.com/. p.s. Josef's claims they make the "Best Eggs Benedict in Reno", I'd say you'd have a hard time arguing that claim...and you know me, I make a darn good EB myself!

-don

Bellies & Babies with Master Photographer Sandy Puc

Jim (my 2nd shooter, extrordinaire) & I had a great time of fun and learning this last weekend! Sandy shared all of her secrets in an action-packed 6 hours in Sacramento, California. If you're driving back to Reno, make sure you make a stop at Ikeda's in Auburn. The best burgers, "home-made" pies and produce that money can buy! -don