Submitted by Jens Pulver on Mon, 02/09/2009 - 21:00.
well the weekend was a blast, had a good time at the show the fights were as exciting as you would imagine. The Crowd as always didn't disappoint I wish there was more time, I would have run around and hung out with everyone in the place. Sean Sherk and I did a seminar the day before and I had a great time working with all that were there. Of course I got too see both Matt Hughes and Robbie Lawler there as well so it was a reunion so to speak. Its been a long time where I got to hang out with those guys. I can't thank Fighterwarehouse enough for bringing Sean and myself in and letting us hang with the fans who showed up to say hello. If your in the area I would definitely say go check out the store they have a nice setup. Got word today from Jeeperz 4WD that the jeep is coming along nicely and they finally tackled most of the rust issues. The amount of Salt they lay on the roads around here in the winter make it a haven for rust especially on a 1994 Jeep like mine. Its my boy though and I am so excited to too see the final outcome on what they have done to it. I love that damn ride and its got sentimental value. Like I said before I have a Roush Roadster in the garage, but my vehicle of choice is my jeep. After sitting for a bit and really thinking about whats next, I have come to terms with my last few fights and the losses that I have been through. I meant what I said I am not done, I am gonna stay the course cause I believe in AMC and Matt Hume. I know that I am improving and I know that what I am learning out there is relevant and I will come back from all this. My life has been a roller coaster full of ups and downs, but it is a ride I am not ready to get off of just yet. I am too Driven and enjoy being around the fans to much to pack it in just yet. I hope all is well with all of you.
JENS! whats up man? haha. i was at those fights in tampa i was screaming your name. you actually looked up at me, i was pissed i didnt get to meet you and talk to you but its all good. i wanna see you run through the division and get that belt, nobody deserves it more than you. you are such a huge inspiration to me you have no idea. everytime im feeling tired in training i just think what would jens do and i keep pushin it. were both southpaw and i fight just like you. we even have the same birthday. its pretty crazy, but anyway i cant wait for your next fight man i know win lose or draw youre gonna bring it like always and you wont let me down. never have never will.
Glad to hear your not hanging it up! Since no one else has asked...is the Jeep done, and are we going to get to see any pic's of it here or what? One of the biggest regrets I had was selling my '77 CJ5, every time I see it I kick myself for getting rid of it. (It's been 10 years and I still see it every once in a while)
Never quit Jens, never give up! I love watching you fight and will always tune in for your matches. Win, lose, or draw you put on a show so whenever your in the cage I know it will be a good fight. Whoever that ass was that interviewed you and had the audacity to ask you if you were relevant after your loss should be smacked. Seriously how many people will remember him tomorrow? Hell for that matter who even knows who is today? If you ask me he is the one that is not (and never was) relevant.
Keep your spirits up bother. If I ever get a chance to go to one of your fights you bet your ass I will be trying to meet you in person to let you know how much we all love you, and how relevant you really are.
thata boy! the good thing is you are such a big name and there is always hype around you that only a small string of impressive wins gets you back to the top. goodluck!
You could go either way and still be a legend, but you're truly a warrior. I wouldn't mind at all seeing u go a couple more, but one will be enough for us fans. *17*
Jens,
Forever relevant is what you are. Can't wait to see you in the cage again and I'm glad you did not hang it up. Sometime's when life has you down it easy to call it quits and at those times are when we make the wrong decisions that can effect our life later on. Your life has always been about ups and downs and you are living proof that we can never quit or give up on our dreams. Like a phoenix you will rise again from burning ash into a magnificent creature. I know that you will stand back on top as a champion again in your life. You are a walking legend and your willingness and desire to touch your fans lives is what will make you a true champion forever.
We first want to thank Jens for coming out. Over the course of the years we've had many meet & greets with well known fighters, but few have had the charisma and character that Jens has. If you ever get the chance to meet him, you HAVE to! His sense of humor will have you in stitches, he's a legend and yet more down to earth than you could imagine, and he's one the best role models and ambassadors a sport could ask for! Thanks again, Jens. You're OUR champion.
Fighter Warehouse - Isham, Nicole, Alicia, Corey, Akil, Jarel, James, Vinny, Carl, Christina, & Jay
im glad you decided to keep fighting brother, the sport needs people with your heart and talent i look forward to watching you whoop ass in the future
glad to hear you chose to stay in the sport. you're sick, man i'm glad you're allowing us the pleasure of watching you fight again.
Jens,
Nothing against Hume and AMC but your going backwards. You need to get yourself right. I know your loyal and want to prove something but you need to go back to Iowa. What your missing is in Iowa. Pat and the guys there can get you right again but you got to give yourself to them. Trust me and like I say no disrespect to anyone but the only person that can straighten you our right now is Pat. I can see it Pulver. Your too emotional to see it yourself.
going backwards was exactly what I was doing until I made the choice to train elsewhere, like I said the last few fights are on me not the AMC gym, Hume is full of talent and I believe in what I am learning out there. These losses fully fall on me and my abilities. Besides I still live in Iowa. I just train else where when its time to get ready. There is no emotions involved with my choice of gyms and where I go to train, but I do appreciate your opinion.
thanks Jens for listening and reading and not bugging out on us when we have different opinions. When I made the post I was just trying to get my opinion out there. Here in Iowa we like to protect you and think of you as one of us brother. Like I said although we disagree on this my brother your still one of our guys. Just want to see you at your best so you get the best. You know yourself better than anyone though. If I came across wrong I apologize. We got love for you in the Hawkeye state bro so stay strong and stay here. Great place to raise a family!
Peace Out
With you all the way. The losses mean that the victories that are to follow and the belt you will get will be that much sweeter. Again, with you all the way.
Enrique
to hear that you are not ready to pack it in has given me hope, in the last week we have encountered the worst bushfires ever in victoria,australia 'black saturday' so far 187 people have lost their lives, 750 homes have been destroyed, the emotion of the loss is too much, to add to this, a very close friend of mine who has ms has had a relapse, another friend has just been diagnosed with cancer and there was a funeral to attend all in the past week, i think i can honestly say regardless whatever happens in our lives we are all relevant and do what we do best, keep going
jens you are the fucking man! i have no dought you will be champ again at whatever weight class you deside to fight at. train hard,many miles of roadwork,stricked strong diet and dont forget the lethal left hand. Providence R.I. is behind you. Long live the world of the lil evil.
Thank GOD you are not retiring!!
I am glad you had a good time recently. All manner of things are well here in England. Damn near chopped my finger off yesterday, other then that, and the fact I'm freezing (we've had the worst temps on record recently) I'm fine.
hahaha bet you wished you never asked now LOL
FUCK YEAH!!! Glad to hear your not done.
WAR JENS
Hell with the fights what about the party at Venue afterwards. Hanging with you Hughes, Lawler and Shirk was awesome and no one believes me. Thank goodness we took some sweet pics. Just want to let all the fans out there know that Jens is "As real as it gets" as a person. I sent you a text thanking you guys we had a blast. Anyway I could send you a copy of the pic to get it autographed?
Derek in Tampa
Its good to hear your focus is back. Be the best fighter you can be out there, then you'll know the real relevance.
those fights were pretty amazing, huh?
i'm glad to hear things are looking up for you.
keep it up!
-brian
Great to hear Jens! We'll be right there with ya!
I read.
man. I respect your say.
you are improving. exactly. your way is right way.
you move to my think. more more more.
I know this. you improve. to fans wish move. I conviction. I respect your think. if you want terms, I respect this.
hey, do you know this? Gomi Takanori who your lightweight rival, said get terms and make his body again.
Gomi also had hard time now. b/c straight bad lose nearest 2fights.
like i said, my best mma fight is lil evil vs fireball kid.
hey, I respect your think. you going correct way. you have correct answer.
I pray for all about you. hey, I could see your new angel, karson. through your facebook. so cute. karson alike you. so good.
anyway, I must go out. god bless you and your family.
always good luck. you are best the real man. way to go!!
from south korean.
Jens,
Its good to hear you are not calling it quits. Your in a new camp and it takes time to to adjust especially with all the things that have happened recently in your life. Stay the course Jens...you are truly an inspiration to many people. You know that you have been through tougher times than this...but one thing is different, you have many people that are pulling for you. Don't lose faith. Eye of the tiger Jens. Your in my prayers.
Mike
Dude, it is sooo good to hear you up in spirits.
Awesome. WAR JENS PULVER!!!!!! Get that belt and go out on top
There is no shame in any of your losses Jens, they were all against top tier opposition and you are still a top tier fighter with big things ahead of you.
Keep it up Jens your an inspiration to us all! There is no shame in any of your losses they were all top tier guys and so are you. Keep up the good work and hang in there brother.