RNBSN786 206 Posted July 18, 2014 Congrats 1 Alex Brecher reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
labwalker 1,177 Posted July 19, 2014 Keep it up!!! Congrats!!! 2 Debbie3sons and Alex Brecher reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ladybandito 516 Posted July 19, 2014 Happy Bandiversary, Alex! Thank you so much for all the dedicated work you put into starting and maintaining this forum. I am amazed at how accessible and attentive you are to all the posts and posters. This is a large group of people, yet, with you at the helm it seems very close-knit and personal. I have to say that my lapband success is due in very large part to the information and support provided here. Standing... Clapping.... Hooray, Alex!!!! 2 Alex Brecher and Debbie3sons reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pink dahlia 2,513 Posted July 19, 2014 Thank you for starting this forum ! We could 'nt of of been so successful without it, and you ! Thanks ! 2 Debbie3sons and Alex Brecher reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wendydarling19 310 Posted July 19, 2014 Congrats Alex!! Way to go and way to keep inspiring all of us and allowing us to inspire each other! 1 Alex Brecher reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NewSetOfCurves 1,553 Posted July 19, 2014 That is an awesome fact...11 years, 100 pounds lost and maintained! What an accomplishment and feat for you! I think Isereno said most of what I wanted to say, but I must reiterate...thank you for this place. It was so helpful in my pre-op phase. I was able to prepare myself mentally for what was to come post-op. I literally had NO surprises post-op. Post-op I found support and inspiration. And now in maintenance mode, I continue to find support, reassurance and affirmation that I'm continuing on the right path. This forum has been invaluable for me and my entire journey. So, again, THANK YOU and CONGRATULATIONS!!! 2 finediva and Alex Brecher reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chris1142 148 Posted July 19, 2014 Happy days to you Alex. You are truly a role model for us all. 1 Alex Brecher reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BladeFox 235 Posted July 19, 2014 Congratulations! 2 Alex Brecher and Debbie3sons reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
finediva 979 Posted July 19, 2014 Congrats Alex. I started my journey yesterday. Still in hospital and so glad I have this wonderful site to keep me ccompany while in here. Thanks for creating Alex and again, congrats to you. 1 Alex Brecher reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cupcake 801 Posted July 19, 2014 That's great congrats 1 Alex Brecher reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monicab 37 Posted July 19, 2014 Congrats on your success 1 Alex Brecher reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bandista 7,466 Posted July 19, 2014 You are so inspiring. Alex. I love the way you write and I am very grateful for all the behind-the-scenes work in creating and maintaining this site. I happened to be here during the transition from LB Talk to Bariatric Pal and that was done so well. No easy feat! Like others have said, I felt so prepared for my surgery from reading so many posts beforehand. I have gotten much more information here than through my hospital, although I always follow my surgeon's directives, etc. But the experience of people who have been through it? Priceless! There are so many people here who I really admire. Thank you for bringing me together with them. I have never participated in an on-lime forum -- not even a video game -- and his has been an amazing experience for me. Many thanks and best wishes for your Bandiversary. I am so happy for you! 3 Alex Brecher, NewSetOfCurves and Debbie3sons reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fat_free 463 Posted July 20, 2014 That is fabulous Alex, congratulations! All your hard work has not only paid off for you to to this huge community that has, and continues to, benefit from your creation and oversight of this fabulous site! Thank you for being there for all of us. 1 Alex Brecher reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nicey2u 228 Posted July 20, 2014 So awesome!! Such an inspiration!! Thank You for providing us with a place to talk to people who are on the same journey!! I wouldn't be doing as well if I didn't have this forum!! I have learned a lot here!! Congrats on your 11 year surgaversary!!! I hope I can do as well as you!! On my way! 1 Alex Brecher reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HealthyNewMe 1,935 Posted July 20, 2014 The MAINTENANCE is sooooo encouraging to me. Congrats on living such a healthy lifestyle over the last decade! 1 Alex Brecher reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
