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

In the absence of our leader, Susan, Jean asked Sheryl to fill in as leader so Jean could take notes.

We said our TOPS & KOPS Pledges.

Kay led us in singing “Valentine’s Day”.

Sheryl led us roll call, 19 members weighed in today and we had a net Loss of 13.0 lbs. Best loser of the week was Sandi with a loss of 12.4 lbs. Other great losses were; Pam 3.2, Jan 3.0, Robbie 2.0, and Margie 1.2. Congratulations to all.

Marble game: The pot is at $105; Linda C won the right to draw but did not get the winning one.

We sang Happy Birthday to Marie; her birthday is later in the month but she will be gone traveling then.

Jean read the secretaries report for the month of January. It was approved as read.

The floor was turned over to Marilyn for the January awards;

We did not start our January very well, the chapter had a net Gain of 19.4 lbs.

Winner of free dues was Sue C

Those who had a “Back In Black Month” were; Susan S, Pam L, Juda W, Sue C, Kay S, Angie D, Judy K, Warren H, Judy D, Chris W and Jennifer C. Jennifer C had a 4.2 loss for January.

Jennifer C was awarded a new member charm and certificate; Robbie C was awarded a charm and certificate for bringing in a new member.

Juanita S received a certificate and charm for a KOPS Walking Achievement from July to January. Juanita walked a total of 1,864 miles!  Congratulations Juanita.

KOPS in Leeway All month are:

Marilyn perfect attendance and below goal

Linda H

Jean perfect attendance and below goal

Juanita, Below goal

Carol S perfect attendance

Members who are 20 lbs. or less from goal are: Juda, Steve, LJ, Linda C, Margie, Sue C and Susan.

Thanks to Marilyn for doing the awards for us.

With no other business we adjourned with our quote “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 Susan Sandel at 417 351 2388 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.