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February 25, 2007

One-third the Man I Used to Be…

imagined by: James Mathias

I was/am having a tough day as far as weight loss and the whole lifestyle change is concerned. I have them occasionally, you know bad days, where I let my mind play tricks on me and I just feel down on myself, it might be this bug I caught making me feel run down.

In any case, I was looking through some older pics with Amy and I ran across a couple that caught my attention and then caused me to tear up a little, not so much tears of sorrow, but tears of empathy.

I didn’t recognize the man in the photos, but I felt sorry for him, he looks uncomfortable—he was.

So I decided to put on the same sweatshirt from that day back in Oct 2005—I couldn’t do the shorts, cause they are 15 inches too big now, but the sweat shirt is a good illustration.

Then I compared the photos side by side, and realized that I’m doing good, bad day or not, I’m getting there, and I’m doing it right. So please enjoy the following pics, as I think they illustrate something about my character that is hard to put in words.


I sure know how to fill out some clothes.


Apparently, filled out all the way around, mmm, good work Jim.


As you can see, I’ve lost about a third of that guy above, it feels good!


Another good illustration of this shirts new fit.

Thanks for hearing me out, I feel much better now.

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Feb. 25, 2007 (2:56am) [#1]

Kennedy

I’m proud of what you’ve done. You’re an amazing person James, don’t ever let things like this get you down.

Feb. 25, 2007 (3:21am) [#2]

James Mathias

Thanks Kennedy, I try to keep my head up, and for the most part I do. But I do get my days, and that’s OK too.

Feb. 25, 2007 (6:30am) [#3]

Sarah Allison

Wow, James what a difference! You’re doing great, don’t ever let anyone tell you anything different - even yourself! Love you, bro.

Feb. 25, 2007 (7:36am) [#4]

Retta

What an inspiration you are! Thanks for sharing your journey as you go.

Feb. 25, 2007 (11:24am) [#5]

Amy Mathias

You are the only man I’ve ever given my heart to and I’m so glad I did! You inspire me to make my life better and you have really done an excellent job at losing weight and regaining the real you. Keep your head up and keep smiling, and know that I’m right here beside you, always! smile

Feb. 25, 2007 (12:54pm) [#6]

Mike Stickel

Amazing James. There will be good days and bad but this proves even the bad days aren’t really worth a second thought in the bigger picture. Keep up the good work.

Feb. 25, 2007 (1:11pm) [#7]

James Mathias

Thanks all!!

Sarah, you speak true.

Retta, You’re welcome, thank you for following me.

Amy, I love you, thank you for supporting me, through this.

Mike, exactly!

Feb. 25, 2007 (7:33pm) [#8]

rich

It is so awesome, James. You have done something that some people only talk about doing, but never build up the strengh to do it. I am very proud of you. This is my first year since I was 13 or so of not smoking cigarettes. It is a battle to change your evil ways sometimes, isn’t it? But your boys (are) will be so proud of you when they totally understand what you have done…

Feb. 25, 2007 (7:51pm) [#9]

James Mathias

Thanks Rich, it is a battle in a lot of ways. I know my sons will be proud, they already understand the reasons for my life changes, and in fact want to follow me as much as possible. Which is a good sign I’m leading them by example, which is something as a Father we should all do.

Feb. 25, 2007 (9:54pm) [#10]

Colin Devroe

I think it goes without saying that I think you are one of the most inspirational people I’ve ever come to know.

Your continued effort in this battle is contagious.

My heart goes out to that man for I once knew a man that had very much the same feelings. May those two men never show their faces ’round here anymore.

Feb. 25, 2007 (10:31pm) [#11]

James Mathias

It does, but still nice to hear. smile

The man in the first photos won’t be ’round here ever again, he’s not welcome.

Feb. 25, 2007 (11:09pm) [#12]

David Myers

Woah! That’s amazing how much you lost.

BIG congrats man, very very awesome!!

Feb. 25, 2007 (11:27pm) [#13]

James Mathias

Thanks man.

I still have a great deal to lose to reach my final goal, but progress is moving forward.

Feb. 26, 2007 (11:07am) [#14]

lewro

That is what I call determination. I can see that your are type of man who sets his goal and goes for it. Amazing as your site! Congrats. Keep going. Nothing will stop you.

Feb. 26, 2007 (12:58pm) [#15]

James Mathias

Thanks Lewro.

I do try to stick with things I start, but like anyone else I do have my failings. But the end goal is usually some form of success.

Feb. 27, 2007 (10:05am) [#16]

Gary Bright

James, you have made terriffic progress. Just another accomplishment (besides your great sense of humor) to be very proud of.

Keep on!

Feb. 27, 2007 (10:28am) [#17]

Chris Fehnel

Awesome job, man. That’s inspirational.

Feb. 27, 2007 (1:20pm) [#18]

James Mathias

Thanks Chris and Gary, I appreciate it.

Feb. 28, 2007 (8:13pm) [#19]

karmatosed

Huge congratulations and the pictures show it so amazingly. I’m watching all of you on the diet and seeing such great successes.

Yes, the low times are hard and then you just have to muster. I still fluctuate - never will back up to what I was - and as a result a check has to be made and things changed. You’ve made such progress consider yourself receiving a cyber hug and big pat on a not so big back.

Feb. 28, 2007 (9:04pm) [#20]

James Mathias

Thanks a lot Tam, I appreciate the support!

Mar. 01, 2007 (10:29am) [#21]

Josh

You’re a wonderful inspiration, James. I think you may have just inspired me to get my fat arse up and lose weight as well.. and boy, do I need to.

Mar. 01, 2007 (12:53pm) [#22]

James Mathias

Josh, thank you, I appreciate it. If you ever need to talk about weight loss, let me know I’m always open to talking with anyone about this stuff.

Mar. 01, 2007 (1:26pm) [#23]

Roger

Fantastic work, James. Indeed you should be proud of what you have accomplished.

Mar. 01, 2007 (1:57pm) [#24]

James Mathias

Thank you sir, I am proud. It’s hard to explain, I don’t get down on myself, about it, I just some days have a bad day and it incorporates the lifestyle change making the whole thing feel weird. But it normally last only a day or a few hours. I always feel better later, and things like this post help that along as well.

Mar. 01, 2007 (8:27pm) [#25]

Patricia

Just fantastic! Congratulations.

Mar. 01, 2007 (8:32pm) [#26]

James Mathias

Thanks Patricia.

Mar. 02, 2007 (3:52pm) [#27]

maggi

holy macaroni!!!!!!

GREAT JOB!

I am disappointed in the loss of the super sweet beard though….

LOL.

You look fantastic!

Mar. 02, 2007 (4:26pm) [#28]

James Mathias

Thank you sister. The beard has stayed fairly short since 2005, the big beard novelty wears off fast.

Apr. 02, 2007 (5:45am) [#29]

stacey

oh my gosh you are amazing, you must a great determination, brazo

Apr. 02, 2007 (11:14am) [#30]

James Mathias

Stacey, thank you. I do have determination. Determination to never again be that man.

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