The essence of everything beautiful ~
The essence of all beautiful art, all great art, is gratitude -Nietzsche
Dozens of artists.
101 Auction packages.
Hundreds of bids.
8 Days
Remembering, 2 lives - forever.
During the Hope Sees a Star benefit auction that took place over the past week, we raised $2,800.
To all of you who donated, promoted, and bid on auction items - THANK YOU.
During the next couple weeks we will be notifying all winners, forwarding invoices and shipping addresses,and finalizing the auction details.
As always, this blog will post updates as we move forward with the Hope Sees a Star Project, in loving memory of Stevie Christine McMoyler, and Brianna Lauren Grant.





















(((((((Chel)))))))
Posted by: turquoisecro Cinda | October 09, 2007 at 08:51 AM
WOOT Awesome! Will package the Coffee Cartel book up and await further instructions.
I am proud to be part of an artistic community that cares so much about others. I never met the girls, as I know a lot of us didn't, so it makes it all the more special to see people reach out. I commend my fellows artists for their compassion and generosity.
Special thank yous to you Chel. :::hugs::: You made it all happen and all while being even busier than me! (that is saying a lot). Thank you for your dedication and focus. We are truly blessed to have you here and the ZNE art group.
Thank you all.
Ria :)
aka Renmeleon
Artist Donor
Posted by: Renmeleon | October 09, 2007 at 09:05 AM
Beautiful slideshow Chel! What a wonderful and heartfelt success! I look forward to fussing up my goodies and sending them to their new homes!
Posted by: Lani Kent | October 09, 2007 at 09:40 AM
Chel~
I'm so proud of you for creating the space for this community to come together in support of these Moms and by extension, ourselves.
Big Love,
Jul
Posted by: Julee | October 09, 2007 at 11:04 AM
I was so glad to be a part of this and honoured that my money will be part of something so precious. Thanks to the generosity of the artist - I can't wait to receive my piece of art.
Posted by: Magickdiva | October 09, 2007 at 12:14 PM
What a beautiful video! Thank you! I have put it on my blog and am honored to be a part of such a wonderful group.
Posted by: Gina Smith | October 09, 2007 at 06:17 PM
I feel so honored to have been even a teeny part of this heartfelt outpouring of love from one of the best communities in the world!
Gail
aka shabbycottagestudio
Posted by: Gail | October 10, 2007 at 05:24 PM
I bid on an item and was wondering how to make my payment but after reading the post here I see that I will be sent an invoice. I already have three of the address to mail my donations to, still waiting for two more.
Chel all I can say is that you're a wonder of a woman to begin this endeavor and have it run so smoothly and organized. Then you top it off with the precious video. I'm honored to know someone as caring and unselfish as you are. Blessings on you and your family that I'm sure sacrificed time spent with you while you were helping others.
I hope your lunch with Iva and Gail was a wonderful time.
Hugs
Bernice
Posted by: Bernice | October 12, 2007 at 03:36 PM
Chel,
A BIG THANK YOU for all of your hard work for this wonderful auction! I am honored to have been part of it. The video is precious. Blessings on you and your family that I'm sure sacrificed time spent with you while you were helping others.
Finally, a BIG THANK YOU to all of the contributors and winning bidders!
Sharon
Posted by: Sharon Wideman | October 26, 2007 at 02:58 PM