Before and After.... My Low Carb Journey! - Page 4

Joplin38 · 08-05-2004, 07:26 PM

Cheri, I never post on this board....but you are worth a huge exception......you have inspired and been so so supportive to so many of us. Thank you. Congratulations and may you continue your very inspirational journey.

from me and lots from the golden board.

magnolia_petals · 08-06-2004, 08:52 PM

cheri!!!!
i have never seen your before photos before...you have done an excellent job!!! wooohooo to you!!! thanks for sharing your story....
and you are the sweetheart of lcf!!!

AnnieM · 08-07-2004, 01:07 AM

What wonderful progress pictures & background, missy!

I understand the reluctance to post them & along with
the others, I'm glad you did.

Congratulations on your fine success.

AnnieM...

MrMike · 08-08-2004, 04:24 PM

How could I miss this???

:blush:

You know what I think of you Cheri.

You're what gives this board that "human" feel......and makes it a home for so many of us.
I'm so glad you finally decided to post your progress pics for us. Your success and story are an inspiration to everyone, from newbies to old timers.
As far as inspiration, you are second to none girl. And to top it that off.......you go out of your way to make this board a great experience for everyone.

They don't come any better than you Cheri.

Repairman · 08-08-2004, 07:27 PM

Cheri. What can I say that hasn't already been said. But I wanted you to know that your story moved me very much.

The Alton gathering got me restarted, but it's storys and pictures such as yours that will keep me sustained as I battle and finally conquer my demons.

Thank you.

cheri · 08-10-2004, 09:49 AM

Bumping for someone...

Thank you all so much for the kind words... You are all so special to me and I am sure with the support of each and every one of you, I will make my goals.... as will you!!

cheri

shelly · 08-10-2004, 11:29 AM

Cheri... When I first started on this board I always thought you were amazing..always helpful and always there with a kind word..At times I lurk and I always peek in your threads to see how you are doing because you have always been such an inspiration ..Thank you for sharing your story and your beautiful pictures you are truly an amazing person....

Shelly

Ana K.S. · 08-13-2004, 01:29 PM

I just saw this today. What a great post!!

Cheri I don't "know" you but from what I read and from all the help I see you give people I think you are a beautiful person inside and out.

:blush:

gentylwind · 08-13-2004, 01:42 PM

cheri, I am so glad I saw this..it brought me to tears. I have been where you are. Your contributions here are so important. Your success is so great. The strength of your character leads the way for the strengthening of your health and your body. Congratulations on being that kind of a person, even before the weight came off. You are beautiful.

Tatortotl · 09-21-2004, 09:14 AM

Cheri,just read your post and saw your pictures.You look really great.

Keep it up,you have come a long ways. All I can say is Wow!!!

Lady Di · 09-21-2004, 10:41 AM

Thank you for sharing....you've done so welll, keep it up..

fleda1203 · 10-09-2004, 06:08 PM

Sherri , I just began my quest to take the weight off again , this time for good and your story has with all certainty inspired me. I too had lost a great deal of weight , and after a severe head injury , seizures, and a couple of years on dilantan to overcome all this I came to the realization that its time to get serious again. so here I am , 50 lbs heavier but even more determined to do the thing I have not had the strength to do , and after reading your testimony, I know with support from you and all others on this site I CAN DO IT..Thank you and Keep up the good work and God Bless ...Fleda

blue_denim_and_lace · 10-09-2004, 07:27 PM

Man I don't know how I missed this, but wow girl... thanks for shareing, you are awesome...

Kacjac · 10-09-2004, 07:47 PM

Wow Cheri, you even brought out some lurkers, see what an Inspiration you are!!!!
You know I love ya girl! Thanks for sharing your amazing story!

Karen

Magnolia · 10-10-2004, 02:07 AM

Cheri my lovely (((hugs)))

cheri · 10-10-2004, 11:28 AM

Wow... I can't believe this thread was revived... I just wanted to say thank you to everyone for being my continued support here. You all have been such an inspiration to me and have really helped me keep going. I love each and every one of you!

cheri

Lavigne716 · 10-10-2004, 03:00 PM

Cheri- Way to go. You really look amazing.

I have been lurking here the last few days, I stayed away ever since having a beautiful baby last year. I knew I had to get back here and start over but, I thought it would be so hard this time.

My little boy will be 1 year old next week and I weigh 10 pounds more than I did the day I went into labor - yep, did not lose any of the baby weight and even managed to gain 10 pounds.

Well, today was day 2 for me and I am planning to stay on Induction for as long as I can. Before I got preg, I was able to lose 43 pounds, - I know the second time is harder to see results and I am ready for that.

You are an inspiration to me! After reading your post I know that there is nothing that we cannot do.

Thanks for all your support. You have helped so many wonderful people on this board - including me.

I hope that your children realize what a *gem* they have for a mommy.

T-Bones · 10-10-2004, 03:32 PM

Cheri, such an amazing story.....Isn't it wonderful how our children wake us up w/a few simple words & somehow make it all worthwhile.....We know in order to be good for them we need to be good to ourselves, but sometimes we need a little push in that direction...You are truly on a wondeful journey and I commend you for that....Congrats to you & your little boy...he needs his Mom & you listened...

ducky · 10-10-2004, 08:51 PM

Cheri....

First off, many MANY

to you... you are such an inspiration to me - not only in your weight loss success but your kindness and ability to make me always feel GOOD about myself is worth so much to me. I truly appreciate you and everything you've done for me in the past 3 years. I can't believe that we've known each other that long.

It's been a great 3 years!!

Congratulations on your weight loss!! YOU LOOK TERRIFIC!!

XOXOXO,
Ducky

bkramer947 · 12-28-2004, 07:04 PM

That is a beautiful story! How wonderful that you have had this turnaround and see yourself as a success! Congratulations and thanks for sharing!

cheri · 02-06-2005, 07:52 AM

Bumping for someone in chat

skssam · 02-06-2005, 11:34 AM

WhooHooo!!~~ Cheri I am so glad that this Post was revived sweetie!~~I was so busy Being gone this past summer that I was very hit and Miss here!~~

Thank you for Sharing your Story with us Dear!~~It so touched my heart and you are always such a Huge Giver to all of us here Cheri and I so Happy and thrilled for you and You Look so Pretty and Just Plain awesome! Cheri!!~~~Many Hugs Cheri and a Huge Congrats you Have So Much to so proud of ! And I Know I am very proud of you too!~~~

~~Your LC Friend Sandy

PhillyTwinsMom · 02-17-2005, 07:08 AM

I'm bumping this because sometimes it just takes 1-Post, 1-Persons honesty to help you keep going. To let you know you are worth it and it can be done.

Thank you for sharing Cheri. I could feel every word as I read it. I know it's tough but we will make it.

[COLOR=RED]PRAYER..... [/COLOR]
[COLOR=RED]PATIENCE..... [/COLOR]
[COLOR=RED]PERSISTANCE..... [/COLOR]

Philly!

RoseMary2040 · 05-24-2005, 07:43 AM

Cheri.....Congrats to you on your weight loss!!
What do you eat for breakfast? I'm getting bored with eggs.
I'm on low carb diet also.
Thanks,
RoseMary

Mibashful · 05-25-2005, 06:45 PM

cheri you look tottaly awsome !!!!!!!!!!

cheri · 05-25-2005, 07:23 PM

Awww this is so cool... thanks again... I am still working on it... not at goal yet but I will get there... I'm going to keep plugging away till I do!!!

RoseMary... I am not an egg person either... I will have it now and then but not often. Alot of the time I will have leftovers from the night before.... or a salad. You can eat dinner for breakfast any ole time.

cheri

quiggley · 05-25-2005, 10:14 PM

Cheri You show that determination and just not giving up is the way to do it

I am so happy for your success.

bonnielougreen · 05-25-2005, 10:30 PM

Cheri, thank you for being an inspiration, I think you are so beautiful and you make me think I can do it too., Bonnie

Britlee · 05-26-2005, 04:57 AM

As always, Cheri you are an inspiration!

FluffRNutter · 05-26-2005, 05:06 AM

Thanks for sharing. Congratulations on your success. What an inspiration!

10-09-2004, 06:08 PM	#102
fleda1203 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: IL Posts: 2 Gallery: fleda1203 Stats: 272/266/160 WOE: LFL Start Date: 10/5/04 ( newbie)	Your an inspiration.... Sherri , I just began my quest to take the weight off again , this time for good and your story has with all certainty inspired me. I too had lost a great deal of weight , and after a severe head injury , seizures, and a couple of years on dilantan to overcome all this I came to the realization that its time to get serious again. so here I am , 50 lbs heavier but even more determined to do the thing I have not had the strength to do , and after reading your testimony, I know with support from you and all others on this site I CAN DO IT..Thank you and Keep up the good work and God Bless ...Fleda

10-10-2004, 03:00 PM	#107
Lavigne716 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 2,584 Gallery: Lavigne716 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 11/15/04	Cheri- Way to go. You really look amazing. I have been lurking here the last few days, I stayed away ever since having a beautiful baby last year. I knew I had to get back here and start over but, I thought it would be so hard this time. My little boy will be 1 year old next week and I weigh 10 pounds more than I did the day I went into labor - yep, did not lose any of the baby weight and even managed to gain 10 pounds. Well, today was day 2 for me and I am planning to stay on Induction for as long as I can. Before I got preg, I was able to lose 43 pounds, - I know the second time is harder to see results and I am ready for that. You are an inspiration to me! After reading your post I know that there is nothing that we cannot do. Thanks for all your support. You have helped so many wonderful people on this board - including me. I hope that your children realize what a gem they have for a mommy. __________________ This is THE issue... IF you are going to EAT crap, then you are going to LOOK like crap.

02-06-2005, 11:34 AM	#112
skssam Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Iowa Posts: 8,763 Gallery: skssam Stats: 267/146/147 goal WOE: Atkins Start Date: 02/03/2001	WhooHooo!!~~ Cheri I am so glad that this Post was revived sweetie!~~I was so busy Being gone this past summer that I was very hit and Miss here!~~ Thank you for Sharing your Story with us Dear!~~It so touched my heart and you are always such a Huge Giver to all of us here Cheri and I so Happy and thrilled for you and You Look so Pretty and Just Plain awesome! Cheri!!~~~Many Hugs Cheri and a Huge Congrats you Have So Much to so proud of ! And I Know I am very proud of you too!~~~ ~~Your LC Friend Sandy __________________ Sandy's Low Carb Journey If It Is To Be It Is Up To Me!!! Sandy The first picture was taken in June of 1997 I weighed at least 237 if not more the next picture was taken on July ,8th 2003 weight was 161lbs Highest weight: 267 Current weight:146 /147(Made Goal) Started Atkins on 2/03/01 @ 237, with a few bumps along the way 121 lbs lost My Eating Plan is always Low carb~~

05-24-2005, 07:43 AM	#114
RoseMary2040 Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 16 Gallery: RoseMary2040	Before & After..My low carb journey-Cheri Cheri.....Congrats to you on your weight loss!! What do you eat for breakfast? I'm getting bored with eggs. I'm on low carb diet also. Thanks, RoseMary

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08-05-2004, 07:26 PM	#91
Joplin38 Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Wichita, Ks. Posts: 9,105 Gallery: Joplin38 Stats: 205/187/162 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 1/07/03	Cheri, I never post on this board....but you are worth a huge exception......you have inspired and been so so supportive to so many of us. Thank you. Congratulations and may you continue your very inspirational journey. from me and lots from the golden board.

08-06-2004, 08:52 PM	#92
magnolia_petals Major Procrastinator!!! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: down south Posts: 9,044 Gallery: magnolia_petals WOE: atkins again! Start Date: 03/31/08	cheri!!!! i have never seen your before photos before...you have done an excellent job!!! wooohooo to you!!! thanks for sharing your story.... and you are the sweetheart of lcf!!!

08-07-2004, 01:07 AM	#93
AnnieM Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Central California Posts: 4,907 Gallery: AnnieM Stats: 292/185/150ish WOE: lower carbs & smaller portions Start Date: mid Jan/03 & 10/22/07	What wonderful progress pictures & background, missy! I understand the reluctance to post them & along with the others, I'm glad you did. Congratulations on your fine success. AnnieM...

08-08-2004, 04:24 PM	#94
MrMike Guest Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Watertown, NY Posts: 4,655 Gallery: MrMike Stats: 283/272/200 WOE: Atkins Induction Start Date: August 16, 2010	How could I miss this??? :blush: You know what I think of you Cheri. You're what gives this board that "human" feel......and makes it a home for so many of us. I'm so glad you finally decided to post your progress pics for us. Your success and story are an inspiration to everyone, from newbies to old timers. As far as inspiration, you are second to none girl. And to top it that off.......you go out of your way to make this board a great experience for everyone. They don't come any better than you Cheri.

08-08-2004, 07:27 PM	#95
Repairman Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Southern Illinois Posts: 2,347 Gallery: Repairman WOE: Optimal Diet	Cheri. What can I say that hasn't already been said. But I wanted you to know that your story moved me very much. The Alton gathering got me restarted, but it's storys and pictures such as yours that will keep me sustained as I battle and finally conquer my demons. Thank you.

08-10-2004, 09:49 AM	#96
cheri Administrator Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Illinois Posts: 39,995 Gallery: cheri Stats: 150 + pounds lost - 4' 11"	Bumping for someone... Thank you all so much for the kind words... You are all so special to me and I am sure with the support of each and every one of you, I will make my goals.... as will you!! cheri

08-10-2004, 11:29 AM	#97
shelly Major LCF Poster! Join Date: May 2001 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,199 Gallery: shelly Stats: 256/130/125 WOE: Atkins Start Date: May 2000	Cheri... When I first started on this board I always thought you were amazing..always helpful and always there with a kind word..At times I lurk and I always peek in your threads to see how you are doing because you have always been such an inspiration ..Thank you for sharing your story and your beautiful pictures you are truly an amazing person.... Shelly

08-13-2004, 01:29 PM	#98
Ana K.S. Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Orange County, California Posts: 7,330 Gallery: Ana K.S. Stats: GOAL REACHED 7/28/10 Size 8 Jeans!!!! WOE: Low Cal/Gym 5x a week/Yoga 2x a week	I just saw this today. What a great post!! Cheri I don't "know" you but from what I read and from all the help I see you give people I think you are a beautiful person inside and out. :blush:

08-13-2004, 01:42 PM	#99
gentylwind Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: south Posts: 7,156 Gallery: gentylwind Stats: 274/183/135 WOE: Portion control Start Date: Jan 2004	cheri, I am so glad I saw this..it brought me to tears. I have been where you are. Your contributions here are so important. Your success is so great. The strength of your character leads the way for the strengthening of your health and your body. Congratulations on being that kind of a person, even before the weight came off. You are beautiful.

09-21-2004, 09:14 AM	#100
Tatortotl Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Texas Posts: 182 Gallery: Tatortotl Stats: 145/135/112 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 7/28/03 Restart 1-1-05 for the last time	Cheri,just read your post and saw your pictures.You look really great. Keep it up,you have come a long ways. All I can say is Wow!!!

09-21-2004, 10:41 AM	#101
Lady Di MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: South Central PA Posts: 2,800 Gallery: Lady Di WOE: Atkins '72	Thank you for sharing....you've done so welll, keep it up..

10-09-2004, 07:27 PM	#103
blue_denim_and_lace Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 4,235 Gallery: blue_denim_and_lace	Man I don't know how I missed this, but wow girl... thanks for shareing, you are awesome...

10-09-2004, 07:47 PM	#104
Kacjac Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Piney woods of East Texas Posts: 4,204 Gallery: Kacjac Stats: 348/285/160*** 26-28/22-24/12-14 WOE: One bite at a time Start Date: Long, long ago, in a place far, far away!	Wow Cheri, you even brought out some lurkers, see what an Inspiration you are!!!! You know I love ya girl! Thanks for sharing your amazing story! Karen

10-10-2004, 02:07 AM	#105
Magnolia Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Yorkshire Posts: 15,973 Gallery: Magnolia Stats: 350/237/220 WOE: Atkins ... and lovin' it Start Date: 14/01/2002	Cheri my lovely (((hugs)))

10-10-2004, 11:28 AM	#106
cheri Administrator Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Illinois Posts: 39,995 Gallery: cheri Stats: 150 + pounds lost - 4' 11"	Wow... I can't believe this thread was revived... I just wanted to say thank you to everyone for being my continued support here. You all have been such an inspiration to me and have really helped me keep going. I love each and every one of you! cheri

10-10-2004, 03:32 PM	#108
T-Bones Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Hurricane Charlie area Posts: 931 Gallery: T-Bones Stats: SW168/CW156/GW135 WOE: Low Carb/Low Calorie Start Date: May,2004	Cheri, such an amazing story.....Isn't it wonderful how our children wake us up w/a few simple words & somehow make it all worthwhile.....We know in order to be good for them we need to be good to ourselves, but sometimes we need a little push in that direction...You are truly on a wondeful journey and I commend you for that....Congrats to you & your little boy...he needs his Mom & you listened...

10-10-2004, 08:51 PM	#109
ducky Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 5,521 Gallery: ducky Stats: 326.5/249/size 10-12 :) WOE: Flexitarian Eating, smaller portions and running! Start Date: October 11, 2004	Cheri.... First off, many MANY to you... you are such an inspiration to me - not only in your weight loss success but your kindness and ability to make me always feel GOOD about myself is worth so much to me. I truly appreciate you and everything you've done for me in the past 3 years. I can't believe that we've known each other that long. It's been a great 3 years!! Congratulations on your weight loss!! YOU LOOK TERRIFIC!! XOXOXO, Ducky

12-28-2004, 07:04 PM	#110
bkramer947 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: I'm right here, silly! Posts: 2,122 Gallery: bkramer947 WOE: As low carb as possible! Start Date: DANDR on Aug. 11, '03	That is a beautiful story! How wonderful that you have had this turnaround and see yourself as a success! Congratulations and thanks for sharing!

02-06-2005, 07:52 AM	#111
cheri Administrator Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Illinois Posts: 39,995 Gallery: cheri Stats: 150 + pounds lost - 4' 11"	Bumping for someone in chat

02-17-2005, 07:08 AM	#113
PhillyTwinsMom Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: DOH...! Posts: 1,248 Gallery: PhillyTwinsMom WOE: LowCarb & Patience Start Date: It's a fresh start everyday...!	I'm bumping this because sometimes it just takes 1-Post, 1-Persons honesty to help you keep going. To let you know you are worth it and it can be done. Thank you for sharing Cheri. I could feel every word as I read it. I know it's tough but we will make it. [COLOR=RED]PRAYER..... [/COLOR] [COLOR=RED]PATIENCE..... [/COLOR] [COLOR=RED]PERSISTANCE..... [/COLOR] Philly!

05-25-2005, 06:45 PM	#115
Mibashful Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Arizona Posts: 922 Gallery: Mibashful Stats: as of know it is 195 WOE: im following the lowcarb and/low cal way of eating Start Date: 4 days ago	cheri you look tottaly awsome !!!!!!!!!!

05-25-2005, 07:23 PM	#116
cheri Administrator Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Illinois Posts: 39,995 Gallery: cheri Stats: 150 + pounds lost - 4' 11"	Awww this is so cool... thanks again... I am still working on it... not at goal yet but I will get there... I'm going to keep plugging away till I do!!! RoseMary... I am not an egg person either... I will have it now and then but not often. Alot of the time I will have leftovers from the night before.... or a salad. You can eat dinner for breakfast any ole time. cheri

05-25-2005, 10:14 PM	#117
quiggley Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Clearwater,FL Posts: 13,778 Gallery: quiggley Stats: 570+/218/ now 455.3/403.2/165 WOE: HHCG R1P2 Start Date: 1/20/02 restart 9/19/09	Cheri You show that determination and just not giving up is the way to do it I am so happy for your success.

05-25-2005, 10:30 PM	#118
bonnielougreen MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Iowa Posts: 1,123 Gallery: bonnielougreen Stats: 375/199/ 175 WOE: wls/low carb Start Date: Jan 19,09	Cheri, thank you for being an inspiration, I think you are so beautiful and you make me think I can do it too., Bonnie

05-26-2005, 04:57 AM	#119
Britlee Lounge Lizard Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: All I see is ORANGE Posts: 10,399 Gallery: Britlee Stats: 320/179/135 WOE: Atkins/DS 03/24/08	As always, Cheri you are an inspiration!

05-26-2005, 05:06 AM	#120
FluffRNutter Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 1,687 Gallery: FluffRNutter WOE: with a fork	Thanks for sharing. Congratulations on your success. What an inspiration!