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    2 years cancer free;3 weeks to show

    This month is my 2 year anniversary since I got the reports from Stanford Medical that I was cancer free, I have included a picture taken a month after I was diagnose February 2005 and one after chemo, after I had gained 18 pounds back. I have three weeks until my first of two shows, I'm excited about it, but look forward to growing next year after seeing my legs starting to respond. Any comments are welcome good or bad! Thanks and Livestrong!
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    btw

    Few more....By the way I will be 49 in August so I'll be in the Master's division this year...

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    Looking good, congrats on the progress and in overcoming adversity, looks like you're doing great.

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    God bless, bro. That is an incredible accomplishment. Best of luck!

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    oops didn't download the pics....
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    How can anyone say anything bad? That's an inspiring story. You look great! And you're one of the few people I know that actually looks good bald (besides me and Telly Sevalis - I know I spelled his name wrong but you know what I mean....) :-)


    Quote Originally Posted by jbarkley
    This month is my 2 year anniversary since I got the reports from Stanford Medical that I was cancer free, I have included a picture taken a month after I was diagnose February 2005 and one after chemo, after I had gained 18 pounds back. I have three weeks until my first of two shows, I'm excited about it, but look forward to growing next year after seeing my legs starting to respond. Any comments are welcome good or bad! Thanks and Livestrong!
    Last edited by Mike Dura; 06-17-2007 at 06:34 PM.

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    Thanks ImaGetBig, Segio and Mike, I appreciate the comments!

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    You one ugly guy -.-... LOL im just kidding man. I must say wow great accomplishment and especially at your age to bounce back like that. I know a friend who went through the same and has been working out a lot gained a lot of weight also. Inspiring to see what some people can do. Again great job.

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    What a comeback! You are looking good especially for a 49 year old. I would have never guessed 49.

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    truly insipiring as always bro

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    unbelievable.... thats all i can say about this guy. a winner on EVERY level of life... amazing bro.

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    Great work, awesome story, keep it up! You can inspire anyone with that story.

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    Much respect. It goes to show you what the body can acheive when you put your mind to it. Good luck and my hats off to you!!!

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    I cant say anything but wow man... you must really be a strong person all together.

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    ur looking great bro.... good luck

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    Inspirational as hell. Awesome bro.

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    I love you jbark true inspiration

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    Renesis...lol...I don't get many offers for the cover of GQ, but what the hell! Thanks Bro! Thanks Skank! 12 thanks Bro, alway appreciate your comments! Jakked, thanks again for all Bro!!! Thanks Hoggage, SkrOw, Csavage, Randy, Westside and Lexed I appreciate your comments and I know you all will Livestrong!

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    Wow! A true inspiration to all of us! The transformation is mind-blowing...and thats the understatement of the year

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    49 and on top of the world.

    Nice work, jbarkley.

    Good luck with the competition.

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    You have no idea how much respect I have for you dude, that is just incredible !!

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    You are an INSPIRATION.

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    WOW.

    Nothing but respect here worker. Keep on getting it. You have come a long way and well worth it I am sure. A congratulations is in place. Truly an inspiration.

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    unbelievable man great work

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    whether you were 49, or in your 20's, healthy all of your life, or have overcome a terrible disease..i would be impressed by your physique..at any age, with any history, the body youve built is incredible, and one to be proud of..but knowing where you have come from makes your dedication and corresponding progress even more special..theres no doubt that anyone from any background ranging from the out of shape guy struggling to find his motivation to a seasoned competitive or even professional bodybuilder who comes across your story, is inspired to push as hard as they can, or take where-ever they are at to a new level..and i can say that speaking from my own experience, and the effect youve had on my own training.
    What you're doing is important work bro..it really is...and seeing you look bigger and better every week PUMPS me up..everything is really rounding out as you continue to look fuller while leaning up..your tricep in that side chest pose looks like i could rest a pop can on it...f'n A man...you are gonna come in looking sick. continued success with your diet man! keep kicking ass..cant wait to see pics of ya on stage!
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    Thanks Insane, primal, j4ever41, Artica, Burghsteel and lightwayt...I appreciate your comments and well wishes....means a lot!

    Livestrong!!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Kale
    You have no idea how much respect I have for you dude, that is just incredible !!
    Kale, thanks Bro, with regards to what we were talking about in the spring, it's coming along and we should be up and running in 2008, Jazzy is on my mind alway's. I wish only the best things for you always brother....Livestrong

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    Quote Originally Posted by thetank
    whether you were 49, or in your 20's, healthy all of your life, or have overcome a terrible disease..i would be impressed by your physique..at any age, with any history, the body youve built is incredible, and one to be proud of..but knowing where you have come from makes your dedication and corresponding progress even more special..theres no doubt that anyone from any background ranging from the out of shape guy struggling to find his motivation to a seasoned competitive or even professional bodybuilder who comes across your story, is inspired to push as hard as they can, or take where-ever they are at to a new level..and i can say that speaking from my own experience, and the effect youve had on my own training.
    What you're doing is important work bro..it really is...and seeing you look bigger and better every week PUMPS me up..everything is really rounding out as you continue to look fuller while leaning up..your tricep in that side chest pose looks like i could rest a pop can on it...f'n A man...you are gonna come in looking sick. continued success with your diet man! keep kicking ass..cant wait to see pics of ya on stage!
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    Tank, I always can count on you for some inspiration, I really appreciate you taking the time to remind me why this is great stuff! Thanks again Bro....
    I know you'll always Livestrong! Peace

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    You have all the respect in the world from me.

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    much respect bro..... youll do great at your show, let us know how you do.

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    Quote Originally Posted by jbarkley
    Kale, thanks Bro, with regards to what we were talking about in the spring, it's coming along and we should be up and running in 2008, Jazzy is on my mind alway's. I wish only the best things for you always brother....Livestrong
    Thanks dude I am looking forward to it. And I think Jazzy is too Good luck with the comp bro I am sure you will kick ass !!

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    You were big before you got cancer, or?

    Kinda looks like you had a good pouch of muscle before, but obviously lost quite a bit of it.

    Very inspirational, livestrong!

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    Thanks Colossus and ground pounder, appreciate your positive comments.
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    Quote Originally Posted by VanTheMan
    You were big before you got cancer, or?

    Kinda looks like you had a good pouch of muscle before, but obviously lost quite a bit of it.

    Very inspirational, livestrong!
    Yeah Van, I started training in the late 70's and competed in the 80's. My weight fluctuated between 215 to 240 upto my early 40's, then I started having the health issues. Thanks Bro! Livestrong

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    Quote Originally Posted by Kale
    Thanks dude I am looking forward to it. And I think Jazzy is too Good luck with the comp bro I am sure you will kick ass !!
    Thanks Bro, I appreciate the confidence, no matter how it turns out I am going to dedicate this to Jazzy and her memory! My best regards....

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    awesome bro, just awesome!!

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    very inspiring jbarkley...best of luck!

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    Hey thanks bpm1 and bcaasdirty, I appreciate the great comments....
    Livestrong!!!

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    your story is great and so is your physique keep it up and stay well!

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