I’m preoccupied with memory, place, and space in a digital world; the fused online/offline self; the struggle between wanderlust and home; the writing life; and the roundabout path to adulthood. Concrete answers don’t exist for these things. There’s a haze I sift through daily: a perpetual fog.
Other obsessions: social media, street art, and unearthing memories from the underground dance scene. And I don’t really consider myself a photographer, but rather a writer who always carries her camera.
If this is your first visit, consider these posts first:
- On Eternal Sunshine, Erasing Memories, and Facebook Timeline
- That Thing I Wrote That Wasn’t True: On Facts, Memoir, and John D’Agata
- Where Neon Signs Go to Die: The Neon Boneyard in Las Vegas
Or, if you’ve got a bit more time, dive into my six-part Notes on Virtual Life series, written over the course of 2011. My views on digital life and the online/offline discussion are evolving, so I’m glad I have this record of how they’re shifting.
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Currently, I work at Mills College in Oakland, and have a travel, K-12 education, and arts and entertainment journalism background (peep my LinkedIn profile for details). I have a BA in screenwriting from Loyola Marymount University’s School of Film and Television in Los Angeles and an MFA in creative nonfiction from Goucher College in Baltimore.
In my free time, I wander places with my Canon G11, hunt for the perfect blend of tech-house in dim-lit lounges and free outdoor parties, watch Giants baseball, obsess over new drum & bass tracks, and combine happy hour with rounds of Bananagrams. I live in San Francisco, but dream of living in Southern Spain, on a beach in Mexico or Latin America, or elsewhere with my beloved, chickens, and a pair of cats.
For image-related questions, or to simply say hello, send a note to cherilucas@gmail.com. Thanks!
Cheri,
Your bio is very inspiring! Amazing that you traveled solo throughout several Asian and European countries, that is something I’d love to do. And to be able to write about it is such a great gift. I’m new to the world of blogging and reading through some of your travel blogs encourages me to keep it up!
Hey! Thanks for the nice words. I generally think when a place is inspiring, the writing follows naturally. I’ll admit I go through dry spells; that usually means it’s time to go exploring again…
Thanks for visiting and saying hello.
Cheers,
Cheri
Agree, agree, agree…love your site!
Hey Cheri,
I really liked your post, and getting a look at your latest travel location through your videos. It really makes me want to take a trip somewhere and explore.
You do so much – when it comes to writing. I am trying to make some kind of a career out of writing myself – just not sure what avenues to take. I love fiction, but am taking quite an interest in writing on new experiences and ventures. Good luck and stay motivated! You’re doing great.
Hey, really great blog posts… I’ve enjoyed reading through your blog because of the great style and energy. I actually work for the CheapOair travel blog. If you’re interested, we would love to have you on as a guest blogger. Please send me an e-mail: gchristodoulou(at)cheapoair(dot)com, and I can give you more information. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Great blog Cheri! I came across your page via wordpress and am glad i did. I’d love to live in SF sometime. Keep up the great photos and come check my blog sometime…I’d love to hear from you!!
http://www.adified.wordpress.com
Hi there–
Thanks for the note, and glad you like my photos! I’ll take a peek at your blog, too.
Cheers,
Cheri
Whoa.
Seeing yer blog is amazing, its been awhile since i seen good photography. Its all very lovely hunn.
I enjoyed every one.
That sorta motivates me even more to go to school for photography in time.
Wow, I have received some very nice comments this weekend, yours included. As I said to someone else, I post writing and photos here mainly for myself, family, and friends, but when someone I don’t know is motivated and inspired to explore, take photos, or write, it makes me happy. Thanks for the note!
–Cheri
I’ve enjoyed reading your blog and looking through your pictures. They’re fantastic! So vibrant. And you have a very fun and succinct writing style. Love it!
I have started a blog as well, if you would like to check it out!
http://travellifecrisis.wordpress.com
Funny enough, I just wrote a little entry about San Francisco. Enjoy.
Take care!
Christine
Wish I had a blog like yours one day!:D
You’re too kind, Annika. Thanks for the note!
I love your blog, you now have 308 followers
Keep up the good work!
Latin America is a good place to settle with chickens and cats. Just be sure not to mix them.
I like your writing and energy. I would like to explore my own country as you have one day….after, of course, returning from all the chickens and cats here in Latin America.
Boa sorte, que te vaya bien, and keep writing
-MN
Hey Patrick–thanks so much for the note. Definitely pondering exploring/living abroad again for a spell, and Latin America is on my radar. I loved Costa Rica, and would love to visit Panama, Belize, and Nicaragua. And then there’s Buenos Aires, which has been on my list forever.
There are still so many places within the US that I’d like to visit, too.
Cheers,
Cheri
I think the best places I’ve been to so far in Spanish America are Colombia, Chile, and Panama. Brazil is a whole different catagory, and I love it almost unconditionally. I found Buenos Aires to be a bit smarmy, but many people adore it.
If you go to Panama prepare to eat lots of liver.
Good luck on your future. I’ve subscribed.
-MN
hi, nice blog….
Why thank you!
Hi Cheri!
I enjoyed reading your latest blog: “On Eternal Sunshine, Erasing Memories, and Facebook Timeline” so I looked around your page.
Just curious, how did you format the Archives page to show the Categories and Monthly Archives as lists in two columns?
Hi Adrian,
That’s a default format on my theme (Delicious Magazine). In edit mode, under Page Attributes > Template (on the right side), I’ve set it to “Archives Page.” The archives are automatically formatted this way.
Glad you enjoyed the Eternal Sunshine post!
Thanks for the info, Cheri.
You have an awesome blog here. Keep up the good work and Merry Christmas!
Cheers,
Adrian
hey Cheri, I forwarded you the versatile blogger award. hope u like it ! Check it out here:
http://portfoliopassionsandpurple.wordpress.com/2011/12/29/awarded-versatile-blogger/
Thank you for the mention — very nice of you.
I just wanted to let you know that I’ve nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award, which I hope you’ll accept and enjoy! The rules can be found on my page. Congratulations! (:
I love the blog!
Have a lovely day!
(:
How kind of you! Thanks.
Hey, cheri,
what are your memories of school, good or bad.
just started a second blog about ed, please comment on the january 22, if you will. trying to get a consensus from thinking people to begin a base from on a blog. thanks.
https://educationyes.wordpress.com/
from thinkvisual’s blog. thanks.
I have passed the Versatile Blogger Award on to you.
http://ksnapped.wordpress.com/2012/02/05/do-i-get-a-sparkly-dress/
Very kind of you. Thanks for the shout-out…