TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in the United Methodist Church, 201 E Broadway on Thursday. July 18, for their weekly weigh-in, and meeting.

Leader Sheryl Ann called our meeting to order and Kay led us in singing “Our TOPS.” We said our TOPS and KOPS pledges.

Sheryl led us in roll call and walking report. Twenty-Five weighed in today and the chapter had a net loss of 5.2 lbs. Best loser was Jan with a loss of 3.8 lbs. Marilyn gave out a couple of awards; Judy D received a certificate and charm for a 10 lb. loss for the month of May. Melissa received a back in black with perfect attendance certificate for the month of May.

Marble game: Carol won the right to draw for a marble but did not get the winning one. Pot was at $58.50 this week.

Susan and Melissa will be gone next week.  Juanita will take over the contest report. Please report your results to her.

Evans Drug had the program today. Representatives from Evans came to talk to us about insect bites.  This is the time of the year when insect bites can be a problem. They went over several over the counter products that can help with itching and burning of an insect bite. They also went over tips on how to know when you should seek medical help. In picking a over the counter product consider name brand vs generic.  Often times they will have the same ingredients. Read the label or ask one of the pharmacy representatives for help.  It may save you a lot of money.

They brought a door prize with them; Warren was the lucky winner.

Thank you, Evans Drugs. Our community is blessed to have you.

Steve and Juanita brought the tasting sample. It was a cream cheese, sausage mixture with sage, garlic and jalapeno served on a cracker as an appetizer. Very tasty.

Jean will bring the tasting dish next week.

With no other business meeting was adjourned with our motto “IF IT IS TO BE IT IS UP TO ME.”

TOPS #MO 9319 meets each Thursday Morning in the Methodist Church at 201 E Broadway, El Dorado Springs. Weigh-in starts at 7:45 a.m. the meeting begins at 8:45 a.m. and is over by 10 a.m.

Are you ready to stop dieting and start making real changes? TOPS can help you reach your weight-loss goals by providing you with the tools, information, support, and accountability you need to be successful. After all, this has been a winning formula for TOPS members just like you for 70 years. We welcome women and men of all ages and couples are encouraged to join. We currently have two couples in our group who have found it fun and encouraging. We encourage healthy eating and offer support through our chapter and the National Chapter of TOPS. We have a lot of fun in our weight loss journey and make lifelong friendships. First visit is free with no obligation.

For more information call Sheryl Walker at 417 876 5699, Linda Hall at 417 876 6467, TOPS toll-free number 1 800-932-8677 or you can find us on the web at www.tops.org.

Come and join us.