Late last night it occurred to me that it was a year to the day that I had my cancer surgery. A year ago today I was sitting in my recliner (now retired because it got too comfortable) with mega stitches in my head and sporting a half-hawk.
This morning I decided to look back over the last blog year and I’ve got to say . . . its really has been one hell of a year hasn’t it? Between the cancer and a broken wrist there are many days when I didn’t post. For those of you who follow me on a daily basis, thank you! You’ve had to read a whole bunch of crap haven’t you? Thank you for sticking by me this past year and encouraging me along the way.
While scrolling through my posts, I picked out some of my favorite projects over the past year and thought I would share them with you. So without further dribble from me, my 2010 Favorites in no particular order:
Thanks for stopping by today and . . . .
Yep, it’s been one hell0veayear and you’ve come through “all the stronger”. I haven’t been with you the whole ride .. but the part I’ve seen has been quite a ride. Thanks for daring to share.
Sherry, these are all so amazingly inspirational! I really loved your Christmas “tags” as well.. you do the most creative things.. I loved that your “tags” were more than just a simple tag created on card, but were made on wood, creating a lasting stand alone decorative accessory.. a year-to-year treat for your home, or for gifting.. You ROCK lady!
WOW! Is all I can say. Your projects are amazing and I thank you for the “ride” this year. I have so enjoyed it and look forward to your 2011 creations. Such talent, such inspiration!
I am going to go back over these projects and I love the flowers and think I may have an obsession. I can’t grow them, have collected enough dies and stamps to make tons of them and yet haven’t. This is just the kick start I needed. Thanks again.
Hi Sherry, we first met at the class with Wendy in Greenwood Indiana and I thought you were the bravest woman I’d met in ages. What I remember most was your sense of humor -still intact – and the joy you took in every moment. An example for us all and your works of art are so very inspiring and beautiful. I’m voting for the configurations you made this year as my fav – the stories and the special pieces you used were AMAZING!!!! Yep, it’s been a challenging year so I think 2011 will be knock your socks off full of good surprises and blessings – love ya… happy new year 😉
Sherry, I’m so inspired by your courage, your guts, your spirit, and then, of course, your creative talents. I’m one of the ones who check on your blog daily, sometimes several times a day and have enjoyed all your posts and look forward to many more! Happy New Year and may this one far outshine the last!
Glad this year is over for you. You’ve done remarkably well with all that you’ve endured. Keep up the wonderful work and the blogs too. Love to hear what you always have to say. Happy New Year. Edna
Hi Sherry, I am sure that you are very happy to put 2010 to rest. You have been an inspiration to me as a crafter, as a person and as a friend. I wish you the very best as we head into 2011. Bevie
Wow, a whole year already! I have been here every day and read all your crap, LOL, and I keep coming back for more! Keep it coming. I love to see your work and creativity!
Well, look at all that wonderful crafty goodness; and in a tough year at that. There’s so much pretty stuff, I’d have a hard time choosing a favorite. But I think you may be a new favorite of mine. Keep strong and keep blogging!
I love these favorites reviews. Yours are awesome, Sherry! Such substantial pieces of art and wonderful reflections of the love you have for the craft. Congratulations on getting through a tough year with flying colors. One of the highlights of my year was meeting you at CHA. Looking forward to keeping an eye on you in 2011!
Love all your favorites. I don’t know how you could possibly pick so few as they are all so wonderful. Can’t wait to see what you’ve got going at CHA .
Have a happy and healthy New Years.
I’m sorry this year has held all of this for you, as it has for many of us, but I truly admire your strength, and positive attitude. Congratulations, and may 2011 be a very Happy & Healthy New Year for you!
Congratulations on persevering everything you went through! May 2011 bring you a much better year! I’m looking forward tall of your new creations to come…
These are my favorites too : ) I love your flowers!! Happy New Year! To Health, creativity & fun!
Yep, this year has been interesting! I’m thinking i’ve followed your blog for more than a year, maybe two… and the pieces you have done are such an inspiration to me. I have to say you gave me the desire to do things my way and sneak outside the box every now and then. There have been many changes along the way, but you are still here and still facing the day with a sense of humor that I love! Life IS short….just like you always say. I look forward to viewing all your creations in the coming year!
I love reading your blog, Sherry! You show great talent and give lots and lots of inspiration!!! I look forward to seeing many more of your amazing creations in the coming new year! Happy New Year to you…take care!!!
Seems survivors attract like kind! Following your posts this past year have been theraputic for me and I do appreciate all the great paper arts you create! My bout with C started in ’87 and its been struggle ever since (more mental, I think!) though I’ve had recurring and more surgery! Makes us stop and know that we are totally indispensable, so we must make the very most of every minute of every day! I love, love, love to read your blog. Keep up the good works, keep up the great spirit and keep sharing! Thanks so much! Nelda in TN
Yes Sherry you sure did have one stressful year!! But look at how it ended not too shabby 🙂 I love stopping by to see what you have done. I am a regular follower and you do such Fab-u-lous work!!! I just love it!! Happy New Year!!
I’ve been following your blog for a while. My favorite of your favorites is the Memory Box. I loved that you had held on to stuff and were able to tell us the story behind your treasures. Congrats on the G45 blog. Best Wishes and continued success in the New Year.
Sherry
You have had one helluva ride but you made it. Congrats on conquering so many things in this past year. (especially hard to quit smoking but you have done it).
Love all the peeks at the cards and things from the past year. All are so pretty.
Happy New Year
Myrna
Some amazing artwork. I enjoyed the recap, as I just found your blog about a month or so ago. Thanks for sharing this with us.
I’ve enjoyed every word you’ve written and every picture you posted – it’s been quite a year – thanks for sharing your life with us! Hugs
always a pleasure to visit!
Happy New Year!
Sandra
I also follow your blog on a daily basis and Kudos to you for working through all your health challenges and coming out on top. You inspire all of us. Keep those projects and tutorials coming….your talent is amazing. All the best in 2011.
I found you days after your surgery last year. I have loved every minute of it. I have been wondering how the back yard turned out after you broke your wrist. LOL
Love your altered art. Hope 2011 is full of good things for you. At least you quit smoking in 2010.
I love checking your blog each day. Your projects
are always awesome. I love how you tell it like it is,
no beating around the bush…..Here’s hoping 2011
will be a better year. Thanks for sharing all your
projects with us. Happy New Year from “Razorback
Country”.
For someone who has battled cancer and dealt with a broken wrist you have managed to produce an amazing body of work in one year. You are a bright inspirational light in a grumpy world. I can’t wait to see what you create this year!!!!!!
Awesome work!!! Wishing you all the best in 2011!!
Sherry…..HAPPY NEW YEAR! I’m ending and beginning mine with my family together in San Francisco and heading toward Disneyland on the 2nd. I wanted to also end the year thanking you for all the inspiration you’ve given me. I look forward to many, many great paper adventures in the up-coming year….May it be your best year ever!
so much beauty – not just in the projects, but in the poster! 🙂 glad to see this year ending and a new one beginning!….. looking forward to how you inspire us in 2011!
OMG!! This is all the most beautiful work I have seen, you totaly are awesome with your creations, and yourself! Miss ya!
I’m one who will be glad to bid 2010 goodbye as well, Sherry. It was a hellacious year, but I’m not repining…what does not kill us makes us stronger! You hang tough, my friend, and we WILL meet again and party down!
Happy New Year Sherry.
You are truly an inspiration girl! Thanks for showing all your wonderful eye candy. Blessings to you.
Thanks for sharing your awesome creations this year Sherry and I can’t wait to see what you come up with next to inspire me!
Cheers! :o)
Totally Awesome..your art, all your accomplishments, your strength to get thru it all. A Very Happy & Healthy New Year to you and yours.
What an amazing collection of projects from 20110 ! My fav has to be your painter’s tray filled with the ecceletic collection of vintage goodies. Wishing you an even more creative and wonderful year ahead.
Happy 2011, Sherry! May the new year bring more inspiration to your readers than you can imagine and may I be able to afford those wonderful tricks of the trade for my own…ha ha! Seriously, am glad you’re here with your family and friends, a full head of hair, and two working wrists!
Happy New Year to you, too! Hope this one is way better for you! Thanks for all the eye candy and inspiration you provide!
Thanks for the trip down memory lane. It was lovely to see all these creations together.
You have had an eventful year, but thankfully you’re obviously made of stong stuff Sherry. :o)
I wish for you, a much better and healthier year in 2011
Scuse my bad spelling, that should have read “strong”stuff.
your work is always so interesting