an update

My dearest friends,

It has been weeks since I posted...that's not good.

If I were to tell you the upside down, backwards, rollercoaster of a time I've had since Market, you probably wouldn't believe me. To tell you the truth, I don't believe myself...I'm not exaggerating here, it's been insane! There have been many miracles which is always something to be grateful for, and I am...but I'm still overwhelmed, and reeling by all that has transpired.

Lizzy is finally getting settled in SLC, which is great! Does anyone in SLC have a good sewing machine she can borrow, or buy for next to nothing? I couldn't let her take mine, and her machine is on its last leg!

All of the other stuff? I can't even talk about it without crying like a little girl. I need to see the blessing that this is for others, and I'm just having a hard time with it right now. Consequently all of this stuff pushed me over some invisible edge, and I've been sick sick sick :-(  Today is the first time that I have finally started to see some light, and start to feel better.  The sun is shining, outside as well as in, and I'm so thankful!  Thank goodness Lizzy didn't take Finn, that might have been the end of me.

I do apologize that these blog posts of late have been so down...by nature I'm not a Negative Nancy, I'm really not. I'm cheerful, and go through much of life in my own little colorful world.

On a happier note, the House's House quilt is finished, and will be a published pattern soon. The Silk Tempest (do you guys know about that?) will be out as a published pattern soon as well. My sewing room is fully functional again, and all my queued up quilts are waiting patiently in line.

Thank you for the kindnesses you have shown me, the messages and emails sent...I'm more grateful than you will ever know.

Okay, one more day of rest, then back to the work of sewing; that is often my salvation.

xoxo,

Cherri

 

Comments

[Belinda]

I so hope all is right with your world soon! God Bless.

[Mary on Lake Pulaski]

Hope all the ickies are behind you.

[nicolette]

Dear Cherri, I’ve been reading more posts from designers after Quiltmarket that were a bit down. We all tend to think it’s nothing but a rosegarden, but it appears to be not.

I hope you will have better days to come and I look forward to your house pattern! Take care!

[pam]

♥ u.

[Andrea]

Dear Cherri, the one thing I've learned about blogs, is that even though you don't "know" us, posting your troubles is a huge help, and for some reason, those virtual hugs go a long long way. Sending you lots of healing vibes, and sunshine to warm your spirit...hope all feels somewhat better soon...andrea

[badlands quilts]

Hugs for u!

[Jessiclese]

I love you, mom! I look forward to seeing you in December <3

Lerv Derv,
Jessica

[Cathy A]

I hope things will be looking up, up, up soon!
I'm glad that the Silk Tempest will be available soon--I've thinking about that one because I liked it so much at Quilt Market.

[Linda]

Just know there are lots of people out here in cyberspace that you don't really know who think a lot of you and wish you well. And although we don't dwell on it much, many of us know that terrible down, down, down feeling. Lean on us! Blog friends are the best!

[Vicki]

hope you're feeling better soon. I've been wondering how you were.

[branchhomestead]

hello! i just need to say that i love your lizzy! i started following you on twitter via her sweetness.

just want to let you know that i'm sending you a little sunshine as i'm sure that you are missing your loves and hoping that you will be feeling better soon. thinking happy thoughts for you!

be well.

[Lisa]

I'm here in SLC and have a 1960ish Singer which I think still works great and Lizzy is welcome to borrow. It's been in the closet for a bit but it was good last I used it. You can contact me through my email.

Hope you are feeling better soon!

[PioneerValleyGirl]

*hugs* Hoping you come through this time soon

[Debbie-Esch House Quilts]

Hang in there! I hope things look up soon! Do take care of yourself.

[Jackie]

I have been out of the loop too. I am glad to hear that things are settling down for you. Wishing you only the best for the holiday seasons!!

[Shasta]

I hope better days are ahead for you.

[Shasta]

I mean soon. Of course better days are ahead for you.