TOPS Chapter 9319 El Dorado Springs met in The Hill Church, 1300 S. Summer St, El Dorado Springs, on Thursday, Dec. 15, for their regular weigh-in and meeting.

Laura Hicks, Leader, called the meeting to order.

Pam led us in singing “Onward TOPS-KOPS”

We said our TOPS & KOPS Pledges

Laura led us in roll call; 19 members weighed in. We had a 19.6 gain and a 17.2 loss resulting in a net gain 2.4 lbs. Constance was the week’s best loser with a loss of 3.4 lbs. Congratulations Constance!

Linda H presented Rachael with a 500 miles walked award.

Jean read a thank you note from EWTN, the Global Catholic Network we donated in Frank Stubock’s memory.

Warren reported on the contest: Linda Hall is in the lead with 156 points, Sue is in 2nd place with 144 and Warren is in 3rd with 143

Marble game: Sue won the right to draw but did not get the winning one.

Pat had the program today. She spoke on the facts we know to lose weight:

Writing down what you eat helps you lose weight, simple as that.

Try to keep a food chart with you so you can track in the moment.

Get active.  A daily dose of exercise is very important for your health and helps reinforce good eating decisions.

Pat ended her program with the thought- “A goal without a plan is just a wish.”

Thank you, Pat, for a great program.

Next week will be our Christmas Party. If you want to participate, bring a gift to exchange and a healthy food item to share.

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 “Hill Church” 1300 S. Summer, 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 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 Linda Hall at 417 876 7404, TOPS toll-free number 1 800-932-8677 or you can find us on the web at www.tops.org.

Come and join us.