If I were to be graded on my blogging activity this past year it would be pretty low, near the bottom I think. But I have been busy, so busy I didn't mention what I was doing. There were two important events going on in my life, one was finishing my second book (hooray!), and the second was dieting (Methodist Weight Loss Management), a wonderful program that I can't say enough good things about! Let me tell you about the diet first, Since January 2012, I've lost 125 lbs...really, I've lost 125 lbs!!! I've lost a whole person, and I haven't reached my goal yet, but close. Sorry I don't have a more recent photo, I need to get a new one taken.
Second is my book Urban Views, by Stash Books which is available in June. Urban Views builds on City Quilts, with the addition of triangles. There is also a section called City Challenge which I hope will inspire quilters and guilds to have their own City Challenge.
In my home life there have been lots of changes as well. Melissa has moved to SLC to finish her Master's, she has a new nursing job, and is minutes from sisters Lizzy & Ashlee - awesome for all of them, a little hurty for me. My sons' family just joined him in Okinawa, again awesome for them; a little a hurty for me. I couldn't be more happy for all of them, but within the span of two weeks 5 family members left town & country. Plus Melissa took our dog Mickey, and her cat Minkee. Pinecone (my cat) and I aren't quite sure what to do with ourselves. I think I'll have to adopt a cat for her. Pinecone needs a pet!
So back to the quilting front, there are lots quilts in the work for magazines and patterns to be released. Plus I can't wait for Urban Views to be out and about.
Here's to better blogging and a great new year (it's only February - I can say that, right?)
P.S. I lost 125 lbs!!!
xoxo,
Cherri
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Wow! Congratulations on the weight lose. So nice to see you posting on your blog again. New book looks great, can't wait to see it.
Posted by: Four dogs and one quilter | February 17, 2013 at 01:27 PM
So amazing on the weight loss! I bet you feel amazing!!! I can't wait to see the new book!
Posted by: Amber | February 17, 2013 at 01:34 PM
Goodness, Cherri! That is an incredible accomplishment -- well, both things are, for that matter. Congratulations and continued success!!
Posted by: meg | February 17, 2013 at 01:53 PM
I rarely check my twitter feed, and poof I was there today and saw your tweet! The universe definitely at work here! Big huge congrats on your 125 omgpounds! That is awesome!!! I'm so proud of you and wish I had your strength!!! I'm selfish, but I hope this doesn't mean we can't break bread (with donuts) next time I'm in Houston. Or maybe we can find a healthy alternative!!
Such great news about the book, too! I love it already, as I do City Quilts, as I do you!!! I love you gobs, woman, and am so deliriously happy for you!!! XXXOOO!!!
Posted by: happy zombie | February 17, 2013 at 01:53 PM
Wow! double congrats! super excited for your new book!
Posted by: craftytammie | February 17, 2013 at 01:58 PM
Wow is all i can say! It was great seeing you last fall. You looked like a sister to the girls. Congrats on all the wonderful things happening in your life. I was happy for the girls but sad for you when I heard Melissa moved. Big hugs. Xo
Posted by: pam | February 17, 2013 at 01:59 PM
Good Lord Girl!!!! R u an inspiration...
Posted by: Diane | February 17, 2013 at 02:45 PM
wow Im impressed - not to mention envious! You must feel fabulous about both the weight loss and the book. I look forward to adding Urban Views to City Quilts on my book shelf.
Posted by: Merran | February 17, 2013 at 02:57 PM
awesome.
just so, So, SO awesome.
congratulations :)
Posted by: ratty | February 17, 2013 at 03:27 PM
Congrats! I saw a preview of your new book...can't wait!
Posted by: Pam | February 17, 2013 at 06:34 PM
Wow! Wow! Wow! I don't know you personally but I have followed the blog a long time and I was just wondering about you yesterday - hoping all was well. Little did I know just how well you are! Congrats on both the book and the weight loss!
Posted by: Rachel | February 17, 2013 at 09:17 PM
Congratulations on the weight loss and the book! I can't tell you how thrilled I am to hear about both!
Posted by: mrsmoore | February 18, 2013 at 07:32 AM
Way to go!!! One both the weight loss and the book!
Posted by: Alisa | February 18, 2013 at 11:07 AM
cherri that is fantastic! weigh to go (hehe)
the book looks to be another winner. cant wait.
so my question is...why dont you move to slc???
Posted by: susan | February 18, 2013 at 01:25 PM
Congratulations - twice! The new book is very intriguing looking! Can't wait to see it and hope you post a new picture of the New You soon!
Posted by: Andrea Franklin | February 18, 2013 at 06:48 PM
I was actually thinking about you this weekend as it had been so long since you blogged. Congrats on the weight loss!!! So awesome and so hard to do. And a book too!! Best wishes.
Posted by: Linda | February 20, 2013 at 07:32 PM
WOW! What an amazing weight loss. You must feel great and you must be so proud of yourself ... as you should be! Congratulations. Taking care of yourself are the best gifts you can give yourself and those who love you. You're an inspiration on many levels!
Posted by: Heather | February 20, 2013 at 11:09 PM
Wow, that is a great accomplishment! Both, actually, but the weight loss is more impressive to me. Are your constant headaches gone?
Posted by: Sue | February 21, 2013 at 01:38 PM
Huge congratulations on the weight loss! Looking forward to seeing the new book.
Posted by: Jen B. | February 23, 2013 at 02:52 PM
Congratulations on the 125 pounds! That's incredible, and I know it took a lot of dedication. I need to do the same, and I'm going to think of you for inspiration. You're amazing!
Posted by: Sandi | February 23, 2013 at 08:31 PM
So glad for you Cherri! I have missed seeing your smiling face around Blogland!
XOXO,
Stefanie
Posted by: Stefanie | February 24, 2013 at 07:18 PM
Cheri,
Congratulations on the weight loss! You look amazing!!! I'm really glad to see you posting again as I've really enjoyed reading your blog. I can't wait to see your new book.
~Laura
Posted by: Laura | February 25, 2013 at 02:20 PM
You look great! It's good to hear from you again. :D
Posted by: Vicki | March 16, 2013 at 06:58 PM
wow!! Congrats! You are amazing!! XXXOOOO!!!!
Posted by: Esther | September 07, 2013 at 03:22 PM