From Torment to Triumph
A Story of Hope
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It was around this time that climbing stairs caused major huffing and puffing, and even six steps to our master bathroom would leave him breathless. At almost 300 pounds on a 5’9”” frame, Rich was at his most despairing weight ever. That night, New Year’s Eve, 2010, he got down on his knees, with wretched tears in his eyes, and for the first time ever, asked God to help him get control.
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“Theresa Corbley Siller is a beautiful, witty, down-to-Earth, homespun, authentic writer. What a talent! She expresses emotions well, and her imagery is vivid. From Torment to Triumph is inspirational and endearing.”
—Scott Hiegel, author of A Soul’s Journey Home, the story of one man’s lifelong quest for purpose and meaning, the evolution of the brain, and poetic verses illustrating humankind’s glorious destiny
The father of three and a retired US Navy Nurse Corps officer, Richard Siller was abjectly demoralized with his inability to control his weight. Depression and joint paint tormented him for years. He tried several popular diets, all with disappointing results.
It wasn’t until late 2010 that things finally changed. Richard’s wife, Theresa, read a book on how God and daily prayer helped one woman take control of her food intake. She gave the book to Richard, and, after reading it, he too realized that he could turn to God to show him how to manage his eating habits.
So began a wild ride for Richard and his entire family. At the age of fifty-six, Richard began a new life. He lost over one hundred pounds and began training for a marathon. His family cheered him on when, in 2011, he successfully completed the Marine Corps Marathon. None of it would have been possible without God.
Inspiring and down-to-earth, From Torment to Triumph shows how turning to the Lord helped one man overcome a lifetime. of overeating and emerge triumphant.
About the Author
Theresa Corbley Siller is a freelance writer for Guideposts and Dance Studio Life. Her column, “Rising Stars,” appeared in the Cape Coral Daily Breeze newspaper. Siller has a BS in education from George Mason University and has taught all ages for almost thirty years.