TOPS MO #9319 El Dorado Springs morning group

TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in the United Methodist Church, 201 E Broadway on Thursday June 13, 2019 for their weekly weigh in and meeting.

Leader Sheryl Ann called our meeting to order and Kay & Carol led us in singing “When You’re Smiling”. We said our TOPS & KOPS pledges.

Marilyn presented some awards; Mary L. received a back in black with perfect attendance certificate for May and Warren received a back in black with perfect attendance certificate for the month of May.

Sheryl led us in roll call & walking report. Twenty-six weighed in today and the chapter had a net Gain of 1.2 lbs. Best loser was Laura H with a loss of 3.6 lbs. Congratulations Laura!

Marilyn led us in a series of exercises.

Contest: Robbie reported Judy K and Judy B won the chance to draw a gift from the gift box.

Melissa and Susan reported on the summer contest. Teams have been chosen; they are:

Team 1, Robbie, Susan, Carol; Team 2, Traci, Marie, Linda C; Team 3, Sue C, Angie, Jean; Team 4, Jan, Marilyn, Terriesha; Team 5, Margie, Laura, Kay; Team 6, Sheryl Ann, Warren, Juanita and Team 7, Steve, Linda H, Melissa

Each team is responsible for their beads. Please report to Melissa and Susan after you weigh in to give them your food chart and weight and if you gained or lost.

Marble game: Laura won the right to draw for the marble but did not get the winning one.

Sheryl reported Travis may come next week to tell us about his ideas for shirts we can purchase.

Floor was turned over to Linda H for the annual by-law reading.

Section 9 RECOGNITION (e): Jean made motion we change the wording from 3 people to 2-3 people, Carol 2nd, motion passed.

Linda H made motion we add a walking charm, Robbie 2nd, motion passed.

Susan brought the tasting dish today, “Killer Noodle Salad” with Sesame Ginger marinate and dressing. It was delicious.

Laura will bring the tasting dish next week, chicken wings with 10 spice rub.

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 or Linda Hall at 417 876 6467. Or TOPS toll-free number 1 800-932-8677 or you can find us on the web at www.tops.org.

Come and join us.