BOB's Blog

"Buzzard Rendezvous"

BOB Bruno (Coldwell Banker First Affiliate) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 17:34:03 -0700

Right on schedule the Buzzards have returned to the Beaver Creek communities (Rimrock, Lake Montezuma and McGuireville). The large birds sometimes known as Turkey Vultures roost in a huge Sycamore tree when not out soaring on the air currents. The centuries old tree is located just outside of Sycamore Park ... the venue for the 2^nd Annual Buzzard Rendezvous.

More than 300 friendly people enjoyed the food, music and educational programs sponsored by the Beaver Creek Kiwanis and various other local groups.

The barbecue competition resulted in a variety of award-winning foods cooked in everything from your common Weber grill, to a converted water heater, to custom smokers, to solar heat. The meats included pork, beef and chicken ... but no buzzards! Peach cobbler cooked in heavy cast iron pots over hot coals completed the enjoyable day.

Easter Egg Hunt

BOB Bruno (Coldwell Banker First Affiliate) — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 19:01:42 -0700

2008 is the year the Beaver Creek communities (Rimrock, Lake Montezuma and McGuireville) got together for the biggest Easter Egg Hunt ever. Our local Kiwanis club organized the event held at Sycamore Park. Generous contributions were made by many and led by the Sedona Safeway. In all, eight thousand plastic eggs were stuffed with prizes ... some as simple as a Tootsie Roll. Other eggs contained notes referencing gifts of baskets, stuffed animals, remote control cars, hobby horses and other age appropriate gifts. 12 very lucky winners went home with brand new bicycles! Over 250 children were involved in the hunt accompanied by parents and relatives.

"Leap of Faith"

BOB Bruno (Coldwell Banker First Affiliate) — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 18:57:00 -0700

Living just outside of Sedona, Arizona enjoying the rural suburbs with my wife. Transplants from the east coast after 9/11 changed our perspectives and priorities on life. We were drawn to the Beaver Creek community by fresh air, moderate temperatures, open space and outdoor activities.

My previous experiences in the corporate world (engineering, marketing and management) now support me with the skills to enjoy being a full time REALTOR®. I studied to become an Accredited Buyer Representative and Senior Real Estate Specialist. I participate in local issues by being a charter member of the Beaver Creek Regional Council. As a Kiwanis member it's All About Kids. Montezuma Well is a unique National Monument just down the road. I am a founding member of Friends of the Well.

My wife is passionate about conditioning and health. She volunteers extensively for the Komen Foundation, 3-Day Walk for the Cure and the American Cancer Society. She is also the local Weight Watcher leader in Sedona and Flagstaff.

We took a "Leap of Faith" when we moved from the big city to the high desert. Not surprising, we have made friends with many others from all over the country doing the same thing.