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Johnny Cox
From:
Williamsom WVA, raised in Nashville TN, Lives in Hallettsville Texas
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Posted 5 Apr 2006 10:50 am |
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Just thought I would update all of you on my weight loss progress. Since I had gastric bypass surgery 06-20-05 I have lost 82 lbs. I have shed 14” in my waist and can now buy clothes anywhere. I went last night to buy a shirt for a gig and was able to fit into a medium. WOW, I have never owned a medium before. I have had so much support from all my family and friends over the past year. I want to thank all of you that encouraged me and prayed for me. I most want to thank God for giving me a second chance at life. There are some recent photos on the MSA website. www.msapedalsteels.com.
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Johnny Cox
MSA Legend D10/12,
10 string MSA Super Slide. Peavey NV112, PODXT, Walker Seats, John Pearce Strings and Bars, Goodrich Volume Pedals, D2F covers, George L cords and a bunch of other stuff.
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Bobby Lee
From:
Cloverdale, California, USA
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Posted 5 Apr 2006 11:11 am
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| WOW! Congratulations, Johnny! |
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Ricky Davis
From:
Bertram, Texas USA
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Posted 5 Apr 2006 11:12 am
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Well Johnny; I had a lot of nice compliments a week or so ago in Bryan; on how good I looked and how great I sounded> But I told them; that wasn't me; that was my Twin> the new and improved "Johnny Cox".....ah...ha.
Good going my Brother.....You'da Man.
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JAMES BANKS
From:
Mineola,TX USA
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Posted 5 Apr 2006 11:29 am
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Congratulations Johnny. I know you really feel good about the loss and your improved health. You shore looked good in Dallas.
James |
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Richard Bass
From:
Sabang Beach, Philippines
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Posted 5 Apr 2006 11:34 am
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Johnny that is fantastic. I am so proud of you. I know first hand how hard it is to lose weight, even with the surgery it takes a lot of determination and willpower. Congrats again
Richard
Now if I could only lose weight!!!! |
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Fred Jack
From:
Bastrop, Texas 78602
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Posted 5 Apr 2006 1:07 pm
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| Johnny. That is great news. I'm happy for you! Speaking of buying new shirts, I purchased a couple myself last week.I had to go to Houston Tent and Awning to get ones that fit.Regards, Fred |
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Rick Garrett
From:
Tyler, Texas
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Posted 5 Apr 2006 1:16 pm
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Congratulations Johnny! You must feel like a brand new steel picker. Really proud for you and God bless.
Rick |
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Jack Dougherty
From:
Spring Hill, Florida, USA
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Posted 5 Apr 2006 4:08 pm
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Hi Johnny...
God and man working together......What a novel idea!
Good job johnny!!!You have saved your life and I hope that others will hook on to your example..
JD |
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Gregg Thacker
From:
Pasadena, Texas, USA
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Posted 5 Apr 2006 8:12 pm
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Hey Johnny! Congratulations! Keep up the good work! You sure looked great to me at the Dallas show. 
Gregg
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If it don't have a Steel, it ain't real!
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Don Walters
From:
Saskatchewan Canada
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Posted 5 Apr 2006 9:06 pm
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That is impressive! Congratulations.
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Perry Keeter
From:
Hemet, CA, USA
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Posted 5 Apr 2006 9:37 pm
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| Congratulations. That's an outstanding achievement... |
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Al Marcus
From:
Cedar Springs,MI USA (deceased)
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Posted 6 Apr 2006 7:36 am
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Johnny-Congratulations on sticking with the program. My Daughter-in-Law's sister had that and feels like a new person now and has more energy than ever....al
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My Website..... www.cmedic.net/~almarcus/
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pdl20
From:
Benton, Ar . USA,
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Posted 6 Apr 2006 8:19 am
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| that is wonderful.now you must keep it off and that will be the challenge.but i know with God helping you you will do it my friend.im suffering now from not staying trim and starting to have health issues because i never met a meal i didn't like.take car Rudy |
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Mike Perlowin
From:
Los Angeles CA
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Posted 6 Apr 2006 8:42 am
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Great news Johnny.
Have there been any complications or side effects from the sergury? I've thought about getting it myself, but I want to know a lot more about it before I do.
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My web site
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Howard Tate
From:
Leesville, Louisiana, USA, R.I.P.
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Posted 6 Apr 2006 9:36 am
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Congratulations. I thought you looked real good in Dallas, you and your wife were both big hits with the Tates.
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Chris Schlotzhauer
From:
Colleyville, Tx. USA
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Posted 6 Apr 2006 10:19 am
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| Congrats Johnny. I'll bet your pack-a-seat thanks you |
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Bill Simmons
From:
Keller, Texas/Birmingham, AL, R.I.P.
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Posted 6 Apr 2006 10:27 am
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Hey "little brother"!!! You are now the smallest of your two other brothers -- Pat Coyne and me and we are both so proud of you. In fact, I'm thinking about heading up to Nashville this weekend to hang with Pat so you will be talked about (bragging on ya) over the weekend.
I'm still wanting to buy your old clothes! HA HA...sure admire you for the effort...you did it! [This message was edited by Bill Simmons on 06 April 2006 at 11:28 AM.] |
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Mark Metdker
From:
North Central Texas, USA
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Posted 6 Apr 2006 8:17 pm
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Hey Johnny, if you keep this up, you won't be half the man you used to be!
Congrats bro', keep it up. |
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David L. Donald
From:
Koh Samui Island, Thailand
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Posted 6 Apr 2006 8:59 pm
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This wonderful.
I know many were concered about having you around a LOT longer.
This is super news about your health.
Congratulations, and keep up the hard work! |
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David Doggett
From:
Bawl'mer, MD (formerly of MS, Nawluns, Gnashville, Knocksville, Lost Angeles, Bahsten. and Philly)
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Posted 6 Apr 2006 9:22 pm
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| Glad it's working for you, Johnny. Always good to hear about a healthier steeler. Love your stuff. |
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Tommy White
From:
Nashville
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Posted 7 Apr 2006 4:03 am
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Johnny,
I celebrate your good health!
So happy for you.
Always my best to you and Joan.
Your ol' pal,
Tommy |
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Drew Howard
From:
48854
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Posted 7 Apr 2006 9:14 am
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Johnny,
Congrats on your weight loss and new-found health.
My sister-in-law had the bypass procedure a year and a half ago, she has dropped 100 pounds and looks and feels gorgeous.
your fan,
Drew Howard
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Drew Howard - website - Fessenden guitars, 70's Fender Twin, etc.
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Ric Nelson
From:
Silver Spring, Maryland
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Posted 7 Apr 2006 10:01 am
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Wow. 82 lbs!. Congratulations. What a wonderful thing you have done for yourself.
You have just given me inspiration to loose about 50 lbs. I’ve done it before (lost 40 lbs) and couldn’t keep it off. It took about 6 months to all come back.
But hearing how successful you have been and how you felt about buying a new shirt, I going to give it a try.
Again, congratulations
Ric
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Jody Sanders
From:
Magnolia,Texas, R.I.P.
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Posted 7 Apr 2006 7:57 pm
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| Way to go Johnny. Jody. |
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Buck Grantham R.I.P.
From:
Denham Springs, LA. USA
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Posted 7 Apr 2006 8:31 pm
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| Congrats !!!!!!! You and Joan sure looked great in Dallas !!!! Love, Buck & Mitzi |
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