TOPS

TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) met in the United Methodist Church, 201 E Broadway on Thursday, Dec. 19, for their weekly weigh-in, and meeting.  

Leader Susan opened the meeting with the TOPS & KOPS Pledges. Carol and Kay led us in singing “A Pound A Week.”

Susan led us in Roll Call and walking report. 22 weighed in today, the chapter had a 7.6 net loss. Best loser of the week was Sandi with a loss of 5.0 lbs. Congratulations Sandi!  Other great losses were; Angie 3.8, Carolyn 3.0, Judy K 2.4 and Melissa 2.0.

We sang Happy Birthday to Carol.

Judy K won the right to draw for the marble and did not get the winning one.

Susan asked for discussion on renewing our membership with the Chamber Of Commerce. It was determined we need to send representatives from the chapter to the meetings and we need to have information at the chamber office. Marie made a motion we join the Chamber again this year, Kay 2nd, motion carried.

Susan said we need to decide on who we pick for our donation this year. After discussion vote was taken, we will be donating to the Soup Kitchen. 

We had Evans Drug scheduled for the program but they did not make it. Instead Susan led a discussion on handling the holidays. Some have a problem with depression, others with overeating and or both. Several members shared what works for them. It seems getting out and walking, limiting sweets and just focusing on what you have and not on what you do not have work for most people.

Thank you, Susan, for the impromptu program, it was an enjoyable time. 

With no other business meeting was adjourned with the quote of the day.

“Exercise is a celebration of what you can do. Not a punishment for what you ate.”

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 Susan Sandel at 417 351 2388, 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.