Happy Birthday, Donna!

 Ed and I traveled down to beautiful Chittenden, Vermont where our friend Donna was celebrating her 40th birthday at the Mountain Top Inn.  I can't believe it!  Donna was 16 when we met, working for Jay Kennedy in Morrisville where she grew up.

Within a few short years Donna, a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Photography, opened her own studio in Rutland and was off and running.  She's an inspiration to me and many others, exhibiting the highest professionalism and customer service, volunteering in her community and serving as President of the Vermont Professional Photographers (twice!) and as President of the Professional Photographers of New England.

Donna embraced digital photography eagerly and I have learned so much from her about the latest technology (not that I remember it all, not having her steel-trap of a mind).  She's a very creative thinker and a blast to be around.

Many friends and family attended this party, coming from all over.  We all missed our friend Nancy who is recovering from emergency surgery - nothing else could have kept her away.  Eric designed the fabulous wine labels, Jen baked the cupcakes, Brad, Courtney and Mary helped with the details.  Mary came from Chicago at is a Pro Market Rep for Canon USA.  We played with my G11 and took some self portraits with the timer.  Fun, fun, fun!

I know you'll find lots more photos on Donna and Brad's blog.  Happy birthday, girlfriend!