Diary of a Food-FighterAbout Me
“Hi, my name is Sheryl and I’m a food addict.”
A self-proclaimed “Food-Fighter,” I have finally broken-free from food addiction and I want to help YOU do the same! Join me for insights, advice, and support, all with a friendly dose of fun, as I share the daily routines, thoughts, and behaviors that help me to live WITHOUT the pain, guilt, and shame of overeating…One Day At A Time! I have been in and out of Overeaters Anonymous for over 24 years, losing, gaining, re-losing and re-gaining over 600 pounds. Four-plus years ago I weighed 350 pounds, was binge-eating around the clock, and felt completely hopeless. That’s when I finally made what was for me the “gut-wrenching decision” to look for a spiritual solution to my problem. During that first year I lost 75 pounds. Over the next three years, I lost another 20 pounds. I am still working on losing the last 50, but the number on the scale is no-longer the sole focus of my life. My obsession with food, weight, and dieting has been removed, and for the first time in 35 years, my mind is free to actually live life!
So…if you have tried every way possible to deal with compulsive overeating and all of its accompanying feelings of self-loathing and self-consciousness with little or no lasting results, don’t despair! There is hope yet! After all, I’m living proof!!
* * To read posts I have written, simply click on “POSTS” at the top of this page
or click on one of the categories to the right. Happy reading! * *
I am a self-employed property manager living in North Smithfield, RI. My secret ambition is to one day become a published children’s author and illustrator. When I am not working on my great undiscovered masterpiece, I hang-out with family and friends, “like” things on Facebook, watch Spongebob Squarepants and Ancient Aliens, read inspirational books, listen to all different kinds of spiritual speakers, go to all different types of 12-Step meetings, and happily obsess over this blog. You can contact me at sheryl@diaryofafoodfighter.com.
Favorite Inspirational Quote: “Gather your wax from many sources and make your own candle.”
This is an amazing website and we really enjoyed reading it.
Century to a kind of destruction:
Hi Sheryl, where do you go to mtgs? I live in NS too! Elaine
My favorite is the BBSS meeting at the rectory of St. Thomas Church in Greenville, RI on Saturday mornings from 9 to 10:30.
UPON MY RETURN HOME THIS SPRING, I WANT TO START GOING TO SATURDAY MEETINGS AGAIN…BY FAR, THE BEST MEETING FOR ME….
Thank you Sheryl. I appreciate reading about the crazy mind of a fellow food addict. It is like having an extra outreach call each day. May I ask, do you go to OA or FA? I am sure once I delve into your site a little more I will be able to figure it out. I have been in FA since 2009. Cheers!
Thanks for stopping by! I am in OA. I’ve never even heard of FA – just looked it up and read about all their ideas on food plans – thanks for the info! Will have to take the time to read it more closely, as I am thinking about cutting down once again.
Hi Sheryl, here you mention you blog at a Saturday meeting a while ago and just got the chance to check it out. FANTASTIC! I always love hearing you share at the meetings and will now be sure to read your blog. Thanks for being such an inspiration.
Thanks you so much for stopping by and for your kind words! Hope you like it!
Hi Seryl, I spoke to my son about answering to your blog. I guess I did it right because it is still on the page. Ihave been doing much better with food .I was sick and that help me get back on track I do like your food plan .Ifind it to be a lot of help. Have a great day. Paulette
Glad it was helpful. Hope to see you soon!
Hi Sheryl,
/thanks for all your help and for helping me to see my “Truth” Love ya Julie
Hi Sheryl, I’ve read some of your blogs . I am bless to have met you. Not everyone can put down on paper the way you felt all though we felt the same way.You are blessed with your writing. Wish you the very best in life.. PS This is my very first time writing to a blog
You Go Girl! I will be visiting often to read your blog!
Best,
Malinda
Thanks for the support, Malinda! Glad you stopped-by!
Hii daughter #1. This website comes as no surprise because you have always been loving, caring, giving, and brilliant–and I’m not just saying this because you’re mine, but because you just are. There are people out there hurting and in need of what you have–You go girl! I am and always have been so very proud of you and all you do. I love you, Mom.
I love you too, Mom! All the good things I am are because of you. Thanks for being the best mom in the world!
Hi Sheb!! Carol told me about this blog you were doing and I had to check it out. Awesome. Besides the overeating we both had in common in our early years til now for me still we both loved writing and being creative. I am impressed and proud of you for many achievements but especially this one. I thought I beat it a few times but it always comes back to haunt me. please do share your food fighter theory or solution with me. thanks your old nutty buddy em
Hey, Em! Love “seeing” you around so much lately! Lots of fond memories. I will message you on FB. Thanks for checking this out. I try to update it daily so when you come back, just click on the month we are currently in on the list on the right side and it will show the latest article. Talk to you soon!
Sheryl: I am SO impressed! This is my first viewing of any blog. It’s so professional. I’m not surprised because you’ve always done everything with class. I’ve known you since you were a little girl and and watched you grow into this lovely human being who always puts others first. Your journey has led you to this place for a reason.
Love,
Marcia
Thank you so much, Marcia. I really appreciate your kind words. I will be adding to this with one article per day, so feel free to stop by again and take a look.
Cheryl, I like it. Keep up the fight!!!
Thanks! I hope to! Glad you stopped by!
Hi Sheryl, Thank you for opening your heart and life! I am so proud to be your sister in-law, Love laurie
Thank you for always being there to support me, Laurie. I am so lucky to have you in my life.
Ms Sheryl,
This is awesome!!! Congrats and thanxs for sharing this with us…..ohhh and come back!!! We miss u!!!! <3 u xo
Thanx, Courtney! Miss you, too!!
I just added this site to my favorites! I will be all over this site =0)
Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy it. Let me know if you have any questions.
Awesome site Ms. Sheryl
love ms Jess 
Thanks, Ms. Jess!!
Ms Sheryl!!!!! Just saw your site. Congratulations. I am so proud of you. What an inspiration!!! You Go Girl!!! Love ms Jamie
Thanks, Ms. Jamie! Hope to see you soon!
Thank you for visiting! Sorry took so long to respond – – still trying to figure this all out.