Sometimes you need to grab an amazing friend, make plane reservations, fly across the country and surprise a friend that is having a launch party for her new business.
This is the story of many friends coming together to support one amazing woman and to celebrate the power of friendship.
(the surprise)
My friend Shamanie and I headed to California to meet up with a group of friends and celebrate the official launch of Crescendoh.
Crescendoh is the heart of Jenny Doh.
It is an on line magazine that supports artists and shares their stories.
It is a place of encouragement and resources.
The message that Jenny shares and believes so deeply is that ART SAVES.
We have all been given gifts by the ultimate Creator.
There are times you can do nothing else...but use those gifts and heal.
Be still.
Be quiet and create.
Producing beauty truly heals the soul.
Coming together with other artists and celebrating a woman that has spent years lifting artists up and encouraging them to spread their wings .....was an honor.
As driven and as focused as Jenny is...she can also laugh as easily and quickly as anyone I have ever met.
Please go and check out Crescendoh.
If you have an incredible story about how ART SAVES...I know Jenny would love to hear it.
This was only the beginning of our weekend.
I am looking forward to sharing all the fun with you.
how awesome that you were able to attend!!!
i've enjoyed watching jenny's dream unfold too
what fun!!!
Posted by: paige | May 25, 2010 at 04:27 AM
I'm loving Jenny's Crescendoh site! Can't wait to dive in even more after work. Looks like the party was oh-so-much fun, too!! Thanks for sharing!
-Rachel
Posted by: A Cupcake For Moose | May 25, 2010 at 06:09 AM
sounds like a wonderful time! How nice to be able to get away for a couple of days! :)
Posted by: Courtney Walsh | May 25, 2010 at 06:41 AM
sounds wonderful and so much fun! I am going to go check it out right now.
and by the way...you look really cute! love the hair and the outfit!
Posted by: Melissa Gruber | May 25, 2010 at 06:44 AM
fabulous fabulous fabulous. I love you!
Posted by: melody ross | May 25, 2010 at 07:07 AM
amazing...love the pictures...it just shows how real it was:)
Posted by: Martha | May 25, 2010 at 07:41 AM
FUN. FUN. FUN!!! I'll have to check her out.
Posted by: Becky @ Farmgirl Paints | May 25, 2010 at 07:44 AM
great getting a taste of the weekend! love that you and s flew in to love and support jenny's launch!=)
Posted by: amy | May 25, 2010 at 08:08 AM
Looks like a great time!!! lots of smiles to be had! :)
Posted by: tara | May 25, 2010 at 08:43 AM
It seems like you always have fun no matter what setting or place you are in! You must be the life of the party always! And what a great party it was.............Jenny is a special lady! Can't wait to hear more about your exciting weekend.
Posted by: jackie | May 25, 2010 at 09:00 AM
Sounds like a really special time...and group of people:)
Posted by: Leah C | May 25, 2010 at 09:06 AM
I have been following the launch party through a few blogs and it looks so amazing. You were lucky to be a part of it!
Posted by: beth | May 25, 2010 at 09:59 AM
What fun Jeanne, I had several friends there too... I am not so artsy and crafty but my friends yes. I wonder if you met any Sherri of "glamarella junk, Deb Hodge, Mary Smilove, Debi of Mermaid Mercantile and out of the bleu Anyway it looks as though you had fun. Enjoy the rest of your week.
Smiles,
Sheila
Posted by: Sheila PAyne | May 25, 2010 at 11:01 AM
Looks like you had wonderful weekend. What an amazing group of talented people.
xo,
LuLu
Posted by: LuLu | May 25, 2010 at 11:55 AM
Lucky girl! Looks lovely! Off to check out the Crescendoh site...
:-)
Posted by: Annette Q | May 25, 2010 at 12:10 PM
Okay, this quote "Producing beauty truly heals the soul," is amazing... anyone who has a creative tendency will totally get this! I loved it.
You should embroider it on a pillow. LOL
Posted by: Lemonade Makin' Mama | May 25, 2010 at 01:14 PM
Ahhh, such a good friend you are...I love this topic...and have also selected a version for my post today as well. We are so blessed with so many talents, it is our responsibility to use them for His Glory...Smile on Rosie
Posted by: Rosie | May 25, 2010 at 03:16 PM
What a fun, fun surprise!
Right now I am going through some really hard trials and my knitting and sewing help me to feel better!
Posted by: I Love Pretty Little Things | May 25, 2010 at 04:58 PM
Looks like an amazing time! I love your photos too. :) :)
Posted by: Brooke | May 25, 2010 at 05:06 PM
What a great friend you are Jeanne ~ love seeing good friends gather to celebrate. Cannot wait to see more pictures and I will be checking out that website!
Posted by: Lori | May 25, 2010 at 05:23 PM
I'm so glad to hear you all had such a wonderful weekend celebrating friendship and creativity! You look wonderful and your photos are terrific:)
Posted by: mkg | May 25, 2010 at 05:37 PM
Jeanne,
Thank you so much for attending the party. It was such a pleasure meeting you and really and truly one of the best surprises to have you walk in with our girl, Sham. Thank you for sharing these wonderful photos. They're great.
With gratitude,
Jenny
Posted by: Jenny Doh | May 25, 2010 at 05:56 PM
How fun!!
I'm still kicking myself for not getting ahold of you last summer when we were in CO. Oh well, maybe next time. We go every year...
If you're ever headed to Kansas though, we need to meet up. I know Kansas is a hot spot on most people's lists... Ha!
Posted by: Beki - TheRustedChain | May 25, 2010 at 07:12 PM
what an amazing event. you are the world traveler. i love it. you look beautiful. love your dress.
Posted by: Traci | May 26, 2010 at 06:15 AM
How wonderful to be a part of that special event, surrounded by beautiful friends! I'm so jealous!
Posted by: Alice | May 26, 2010 at 07:39 AM