Cheri Warcholak Lohrey, a type-A planner, fitness enthusiast, and career woman, was living her life to the fullest, when suddenly everything changed. Receiving a tumultuous diagnosis, Cheri’s life plan was upended.  After serving over 25 years as an educator, her determination to “Never Give Up” continues as she navigates the unexpected challenges of multiple sclerosis progression, illuminating the power of resilience.

Cheri is the  international bestselling author of Powered by the Pivot:Secrets Revealed in my Journey Manifesting Peace, Love & Gratitude;  Cleo the Caterpillar CAN Pivot; and I AM Cleo. After pouring her heart and soul into her memoir, Cheri delightfully discovered the joy of picture books. Her second and third books, for anyone at any age, highlight her captivating storytelling in rhythm and rhyme.  Her mission, both in life and through her writing, is  raw, real, and relatable, featuring her personal strategy to Pause, Breathe, and Pivot. 

Invited on her journey, readers will be inspired to embrace change, feel supported through real-life moments of decision-making, and ease the heaviness of illness. Her messages will build self-confidence, encourage mindfulness and growth, and reveal the secrets that are often unseen. I AM Cleo debuts her visual interpretations, depicting an intimate picture of mental, emotional, and physical challenges. Her illustrations convey her very personal, creative, and  symbolic journey through life’s pivots.

Cheri, a suburban wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend and author, continues to navigate her path of challenges with chronic illness with a shift in perspective, feeling gratitude and appreciation with a focus on simplicity in life.