Sharing Our Stories

This blog began as a way that I could release my feelings and thoughts about weight loss. It was about me utilizing the Blog World to hold being accountable and keeps me on the path. As well, it was about sharing my story.




What I didn’t realize that it was also about me being a good friend; by sharing my story. By standing up and saying, “I am a Fat Guy.” I was letting those that read my words; my friends, do the same. Nobody takes this journey alone. To truly be success in weight loss and remain successful, we need support.



Our journeys are richer with the laughter and cheers of friends. Our journeys find meaning in the stories they tell along the way. Our journey finds guidance in the maps they provide. Our journeys are possible with the resources; love, support, and kindness, they give us.



The last year I have NOT been alone in my journey. I have been able to find my own personal cheerleading squad in my friends and family. They have and continue to cheer me on and I am so very grateful for those in my life that have supported me through this journey.



However, a truth stared me in the face. Have I been doing the same? By not continuing to write my story I was not being a good friend. I slipped into my own world depriving those that call me friend, who look to me for support, guidance, and friendship on their journey. I promise to continue to be there and share my story.



Remember that the biggest tool in your weight loss journey is sharing your story. Share your struggles. Share your joys. Share your sorrow. Share you victories. Share your failures. Share. By sharing you offer support to both yourself and those around you. They gain strength in watching your journey, on their own. Baring witness allows us to grow. If my story has inspired, just think how your story will inspire others.

Me and Kate; one of my workout buddies, who I talk to daily about my diet and exercise

Me, Kate, and Meghan: Both provide me strength, support, and encouragement on my journey

Me and Papa:  He Cheered me on

Liam and Me: He Cheers me on daily and allows me to do what I need to do to be successful

Me and Lishey:  She and I talk about Healthy Eating and Encourage each other on Daily Exercise.  We also laugh A LOT!

Mom and Me:  She's lost 20lbs over the last months.  We are sharing this journey.  She's behind me, as always!