Krystal Glass' Benefit

I was REALLY EXCITED!!  I had 16 LOVELY! items for the Krystal's benefit. 

Sshh! ... I went to bed at 3am ... I was up my entire Friday evening and the unearthly hours of Saturday morning ... gently pressed Tracy's adorable 'Hearts Delight' doll quilt to take out a couple little creases it picked up from making the long trip across the Atlantic, Tracy's mother-in-law, Grethe's crocheted pot holders and cross-stitched set of towels came all ready for auction (beautifully bundled together with pretty ribbons & tag).  I put Marie Smith's handmade natural skin care products into a pretty basket (I added a small bunch of pretty flowers), Tania Howell's lovely tote bag, cards, gift tags & magnets were put together as a delightful pack.  Ok now, I am running out of adjectives to describe all the wonderful items I received.  Jo's hand-embroidered set of boy's & girl's t-shirts, Valerie's baby wool jacket, trendy fabric retro apron and heavily beaded & embroidered evening dress, Teresa's tote handbags, Laney's rug hooks, Natalie's apron, Shelley's beaded bracelet, Beverly's handmade notecards & gift tags, Melissa's bracelet & earring set and of course my teacup pin cushion ... each and every item brought so much joy to my heart.  I had them each cellophane wrapped, tagged and they ALL went to auction! 

I have yet to receive Val's backpack and Clara's necklaces but plan to send them over to Krystal as soon as I get them. 

It was a l-o-n-g drive to the Pasadena Convention Center where Krystal's benefit was held.  The drive was made more challenging with lighted signs along the highway usually reserved for Amber Alerts flashing an ominous message "HURRICANE FORMING NEAR GULF.  KEEP YOUR TANKS FULL!"  Category 4 Hurricane Dean was forming near the Gulf.  Mike, Pei, Bailey and I survived Hurricane Rita in 2005 without much incident but hurricane season has become stressful season for me!

Yes, that's Krystal, Alec and me!  Krystal's pink t-shirt read "Check your front ..." and at the back of the t-shirt, it says "it may cover your back!"  How true!

There was a good size crowd at Krystal's benefit.  Good music, good BBQ and beer ... I couldn't describe the beer, Mike and I did ice tea!  Raffle ticket jars were filling up and I believe cash donation boxes were also filling up (I couldn't see through the wooden boxes!)  There were MANY! great items up for auction.  When I last checked, some 50+ people have taken a bid number to participate in the auction.  During the first half of the auction, much money was raised and everyone was having a fun time.  Mike and I had to rush off ... I need to be home before dark at hurricane season!

Once again, I send out my heartfelt gratitude to all my friends in the crafty blog world.  You have all touched me deeply with your kindness and generosity.  You all deserve double credit for reaching out to help ... a stranger.   

Comments

[Tracy]

HOORAY! So very glad to hear how the day went yesterday! I've been thinking and thinking about you all all weekend...So great to see the photo of you, Krystal & Alec! It sounds like the Benefit was a success--money-wise and fun wise. Did all of our handicrafts get bids an go home with happy new owners? I'm so sorry Val's backpack didn't make it in time to you...I sent it on Val's behalf, but due to it arriving late to me, I got it off to you as fast as I could :o( This has been so exciting! Let us know what happens next, how much money was raised. Keep us posted on how things go for Krystal & Alec. And if you need any more crafts to raffle off or anything else--my hands are always ready! :o) I'm sure you slept good last night. How are things there with the hurricane? I pray you are all safe. See you soon. ((BIG HUGS)) for all the good you do all the time! :o)

[SierraMoon]

the picture made me smile and have my eyes wet, both at the same time. paradox ? maybe not, just emotion. a big hug to all of you 3 ! I'll stay tuned and pray that Krystal will be allright.
I keep my eyes on that hurricaine, too. It's growing they say. I lnw two other people in your area, incl. my brother in law. I hope you'll be safe.
Thanks so much for all this Evelyn !

[Natalie]

Wonderful to hear that things went so well, and like Tracy, I am excited to hear all the details. Most of all we pray that Krystal and Alec are going to be OKay. Thank you for letting us help.

[Lissa]

What a great picture of the three of you! Makes me alittle weepy eyed too! I hope they raised alot of money to help Krystal. If they are doing anymore benefits for Krystal, please let me know! I'll be happy to help in any way I can!You're a wonderful person for helping out Evelyn ((hugs))

[clara]

Really glad that we could all come together to offer our help in little ways!
It's heartwarming to know that so many care and are giving towards the benefit for Krystal and Alec. Sure hope that the goal of this benefit is reached beyond expectation!

[Marq]

My dearest sister,

I am soooo proud of you though you should be resting with all the aches, pains and migraine you are experiencing, you care enough to share your love to Krystal. I recall you telling Pei when she was little - "sharing is happiness", how true. God bless

[Wild Rose]

Hi Evelyn

I'm glad to hear that the event was such a success and that I was able to offer a contribution to its success.

Marie x

[Teresa]

Congratulations. Sounds like the evening was a great success. Keep us posted. Stay safe.