tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post6882064601624251896..comments2023-10-15T02:21:33.902-05:00Comments on L'Chaim!: In the beginning. . .Jeffhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14790986632496893193noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-38911618872443696522011-03-15T20:48:56.109-05:002011-03-15T20:48:56.109-05:00Hi Jeff,
I found your story while looking for mot...Hi Jeff,<br /><br />I found your story while looking for motivation for my own weight loss. I just want to let you know, your journey is an inspiration! <br /><br />Cheers,<br /><br />AndyAndyhttp://learning2livenow.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-62936307282016914272010-04-26T03:45:43.731-05:002010-04-26T03:45:43.731-05:00AWESOME! I stumbled across your blog and it broug...AWESOME! I stumbled across your blog and it brought tears to my eyes- you are an inspiration!!Nataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01381176117061990607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-15041604223082273902009-02-10T18:22:00.000-06:002009-02-10T18:22:00.000-06:00I am the manager that originally hired Jeff many, ...I am the manager that originally hired Jeff many, many years ago in the environmental firm that he works for. He states that I later confided in him “that a nice guy like [Jeff] deserves a chance but what I meant was that a fat guy like [Jeff] deserves a chance.” What Jeff does not remember is that when he interviewed, he told me that other companies would not give him an opportunity because of his size. What he did not know is that I saw Jeff as a talented, articulate, smart, and very likable young man. I am not so sure that it was me who felt that “a fat guy like [Jeff] deserves a chance” but maybe it was Jeff who felt it. Anyone who has had a weight problem knows that they carry excess baggage not only on the outside but also on the inside. I am thrilled that Jeff has conquered his weight demons by following a healthy sustainable approach. No one deserves it more (and not because he was fat). He should be an icon for all of us. On a side note, I also believe that Jeff would agree that, if he can do it anyone can do it. We all need to get off the couch!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-63584051148679748752009-02-03T16:48:00.000-06:002009-02-03T16:48:00.000-06:00whoops...not sure why I did it that way.My name is...whoops...not sure why I did it that way.<BR/><BR/>My name is Jeff too, sorry about the double comment!Jeff Honeycutthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01455984739291945056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-16289634889521005232009-02-03T16:47:00.000-06:002009-02-03T16:47:00.000-06:00Very inspiring! Congrats on the progress...I too o...Very inspiring! Congrats on the progress...I too owe a lot of my success to the support of my wife. I just started a blog to help me keep it off...amazing how it changes you. I've lost 60 pounds so far and it's changing my life!<BR/><BR/>I found your site through Andrew is getting fit. Good stuff, great community:)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-18097429377499532302009-01-27T08:31:00.000-06:002009-01-27T08:31:00.000-06:00Oooppps, I hit the send button too fast... I am ...Oooppps, I hit the send button too fast... I am very impressed with yor story and commend you on your success. I have to lose 7 lbs and it seems like I lose the same 10-20lbs every month.. Have to use a different approach I guess.<BR/><BR/>Keep up the good work..Jaisnanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18312459287764968039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-35090087312710923692009-01-27T08:27:00.000-06:002009-01-27T08:27:00.000-06:00Hi, Terry told me about you and your blog link and...Hi, Terry told me about you and your blog link and now suggested I read it....I read your blog when I can.<BR/> Interesting..Jaisnanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18312459287764968039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-16172954410067238212008-12-31T13:35:00.000-06:002008-12-31T13:35:00.000-06:00Hey Jeff, I'd never read your blog before and I sa...Hey Jeff, I'd never read your blog before and I saw you posted a comment over on mine. I've known you for years in the Jaycees, but since you're a little bit older ;), we haven't been in the same social circles so I didn't know you that well.<BR/><BR/>Anyway, I agree with many of these comments, you are an inspiration. Your story is marvelous and I'm glad to see that you're still competing and running races.<BR/><BR/>I've had a lot to overcome myself (with that pesky cancer last year), but you have inspired me to go ahead and reach for the next 8k and then 10k. I'm not sure I want to run 26.2, but you keep on going! Hopefully I'll see you soon at my next race!<BR/><BR/>Happy New Year!victory4angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17642865383982478413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-31153668551486923732008-11-13T09:30:00.000-06:002008-11-13T09:30:00.000-06:00Jeff,Makes me want to cry reading that but with jo...Jeff,<BR/>Makes me want to cry reading that but with joy. Can I do this??? It seems so big right now. My fifty pounds seems like 200 to me at this point. It is not the weight but the fitness I want. Thank you for the fabulous read. You have so much to be proud of. You recreated yourself what an accomplishment.memhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07942615470265702115noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-19493786443365327682008-09-22T21:00:00.000-05:002008-09-22T21:00:00.000-05:00Hey Jeff, it's Lisa Brooks. I found your blog lin...Hey Jeff, it's Lisa Brooks. I found your blog link from your Facebook page. After seeing the photos, I wondered how you had done it. I am so proud of your commitment to your health. Has given me a wonderful feeling knowing that it can be done! WOW!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-60902849678981583752008-06-21T18:18:00.000-05:002008-06-21T18:18:00.000-05:00Hi Jeff,I just came across your blog and your weig...Hi Jeff,<BR/><BR/>I just came across your blog and your weight loss success story is very inspiring.<BR/><BR/>I am just at the beginning of my journey, starting at just over 300 lbs. I have a latent ambition to run the London Marathon but know that I need to get my weight down and build up exercise gradually before I can think that far ahead.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for the inspiration,<BR/>sharonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-9570857587433785532008-04-22T01:16:00.000-05:002008-04-22T01:16:00.000-05:00Hi JeffI just read your story while eating four ch...Hi Jeff<BR/><BR/>I just read your story while eating four chocolate biscuits. I have been thinking about losing weight for the past 7 years, but have only gained. I am not a great deal overwieght, just a dress size or two, and have always found it hard to get motivated to be my best. I can always talk myself out of it after people comment that im "not that big". Your story has inspired me to just get out there and do it. I have alredy called my local gym and am signing up tomorrow, but I will start now by walking my dog. Thanks for the kick in the butt!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-83469410324415047072008-04-21T00:44:00.000-05:002008-04-21T00:44:00.000-05:00Wow! Your story literally brought tears to my eye...Wow! Your story literally brought tears to my eyes as you crossed the finish line. I just started joggin in fall 2007. Back in May 2007 I cut out sweets (I was a big addict!) and lost a little weight. My boyfriend started to run, so I gave it a shot. I thought I would never be able to run - I have bad knees. I started with TINY goals - almost embarassingly and the pace of my jog could of had been passed by a walker, but all along I thought, doesn't matter, get the motions down and keep going! Now, I'm able to run 1.4 miles non stop and then sprint/walk the remainder of my 3.5 mile path. I am now down 41 lbs and want to lose about 60 more. I actually want to do a 5K run, but was worried about what others would think. Your story is going to get me out there for it. Thank you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-68162484164727943762008-02-14T22:20:00.000-06:002008-02-14T22:20:00.000-06:00Jeff, you are a real inspiration. I hope to emula...Jeff, you are a real inspiration. I hope to emulate some of your feats. You've given me a real belief that it is possible.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-14956293188907614662007-07-24T23:53:00.000-05:002007-07-24T23:53:00.000-05:00Hi Jeff,this is truly inspirational. I found your...Hi Jeff,<BR/><BR/>this is truly inspirational. I found your blog through a link on a runner world while I was debating whether to start running since I'm about 150lbs overweight. You have so helped me make that decision. Congrats on your accomplishments. Hopefully i'll be sharing my story with you one day.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-37658357759487960502007-07-14T23:01:00.000-05:002007-07-14T23:01:00.000-05:00I just read your story and it's wonderful - truly ...I just read your story and it's wonderful - truly inspiring. I'm just now getting back on the treadmill after a year away. I have a lot of weight to lose and after reading your story I feel like maybe I can do it too!!<BR/><BR/>Congratulations on all your amazing accomplishments!!! Keep it up!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-68462112197917016692007-07-12T19:03:00.000-05:002007-07-12T19:03:00.000-05:00Jeff~I am here reading your story. You are really...Jeff~<BR/>I am here reading your story. You are really amazing and what a wonderful friend and wife you have. I am looking forward to continueing to read about your progress!<BR/>"MiaInWA"<BR/>MarianAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-79800892545783447682007-07-10T19:36:00.000-05:002007-07-10T19:36:00.000-05:00Hi Jeff, I related to your improvements in health....Hi Jeff, <BR/><BR/>I related to your improvements in health. I am a diabetic and for a long time I neglected self-care. I was totally off the charts. It's amazing how the benefits of diet and exercise pay off, especially in the long term of years and happiness. You saved your life! That's so awesome, congratulations!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-58445834537112770252007-07-10T16:39:00.000-05:002007-07-10T16:39:00.000-05:00Jeff,So glad to see you've kept up the training sc...Jeff,<BR/>So glad to see you've kept up the training schedule. Maybe I'll see you at a race someday - Ever get out to California?<BR/>KymbaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-63720157857782472912007-07-09T16:54:00.000-05:002007-07-09T16:54:00.000-05:00WOW! I just found your blog through runners world....WOW! I just found your blog through runners world...<BR/><BR/>i am doing my first 10 mile race this sunday and was worried - thank you for being such an inspiration. <BR/><BR/>I've only lost just under 100lbs in my lifetime but your achievements are nothing short of remarkable. <BR/><BR/>best of luck with your training!mariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16967370079264918525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-30095561583523602032007-06-30T16:12:00.000-05:002007-06-30T16:12:00.000-05:00I found your blog from Hal's interactive training ...I found your blog from Hal's interactive training newbie thread. I too am a newer runner with a goal for the Twin Cities marathon in Oct.<BR/><BR/>It is this story that I will remember when I am pushing through the longer runs. You are truly inspiring and impressive. I hope you realize this. <BR/><BR/>KellyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-4224273693465237862007-06-12T18:11:00.000-05:002007-06-12T18:11:00.000-05:00I was the jolly kid growing up as well. In fourth...I was the jolly kid growing up as well. In fourth grade my nickname was blubber. Boy can I relate to your words! <BR/><BR/>I look forward to following your blog. Awesome job and thanks for sharing your story!!J~Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07414861007306587786noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-81310128494757236762007-06-08T20:40:00.000-05:002007-06-08T20:40:00.000-05:00This is Ken of kensweightloss.comYou were right, t...This is Ken of kensweightloss.com<BR/><BR/>You were right, there are so many us's out there. Good job.<BR/><BR/>What's the next race?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-62987678987725714582007-06-06T15:23:00.000-05:002007-06-06T15:23:00.000-05:00Hi Jeff; I'm your Dad's cousin from Pittsburgh. W...Hi Jeff; I'm your Dad's cousin from Pittsburgh. We were all at the Baltimore Reunion together last summer. What you have accomplished - so far - is amazing and inspiring. I know that your Grandma Geri would be beaming. You are certainly a great example for your kids - perhaps a true bonus to your efforts. I have no doubt that you will reach - and more important - mailtain your goal.<BR/> LindaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7092011284906763139.post-58564770027141705932007-06-06T07:37:00.000-05:002007-06-06T07:37:00.000-05:00JeffWhen you sat at our kitchen table and told us ...Jeff<BR/><BR/>When you sat at our kitchen table and told us your story I was amazed and impressed by your honesty and your commitment and drive and your excitement with the results. I was in your corner.<BR/><BR/>After reading your blog, where I cried...I am so excited for you and even more impressed if that is possible. A few things are missing when you write a blog...your friends thoughts and feelings about you...like the fact that despite all of the negative comments and feelings you got from people growing up - you have overcome all of that and not let that stand in your way of becoming a warm loving father and husband, a well respected and successful business man that will have plenty more opportunities now that your life expectancy is increasing with every pound. You remain today someone who doesn't have a chip on his shoulder about people (when you had every right to) and instead treats people fairly and with respect. <BR/><BR/>I'm really happy that what you and Deb and Dave are doing - will improve your lives together but most importantly the example you are setting for your children. I know that there will be down parts, but use all of your resources and call and scream for help if you need motivation....you'll have a long line of people behind you pushing you back up if you want us to be there.<BR/><BR/>All our love and support<BR/>Kelli and MarkKelli W.https://www.blogger.com/profile/18099734486829305492noreply@blogger.com