Carthage TOPS 0674

10/23/2025

Congratulations to our new members! They rocked it this week, along with several others…
Cindy was our BEST LOSER & Yvonne was Runner Up!
Wise activity/food: No Sweets and Portion Control…it works!
Our program was referenced from our TOPS News magazine by Wayne Frederick: Getting Personal- One man’s descriptive writing of his weight loss journey. A similar story we can all identify with.
A group discussion was had on what was one thing we changed last week or added to our lifestyle that was a positive toward our weight loss journey. We heard a variety of activities that were effective and will be continued.
Reminder: We would love to welcome new members! We meet each week at the Brady Acres Community Room. Weigh in 9:00-9:30, Meeting 9:30-10:30
Until next week… Be a good loser!

10/17/2025

Our losses truly “outweigh” our gains! This week was no exception! Staying conscious of our journey throughout the week, not just a day or two will get us to our goal!
We welcomed Cindy P. to our chapter this week…another member to begin her journey to a healthier lifestyle!
Best loser for the week was Linda S and Barb as Runner Up! These ladies formed a team and are crushing it! Congratulations!
Wise food/ activity: Awareness- staying focused, fasting
Bruce offered therapy from an article in our TOPS NEWS. His subject was Men in TOPS… it’s not just for women! We would love to see some guys join our chapter.
Sherri shared her positive message: Nothing is impossible, the word itself says I’m Possible!
Best of luck for another successful week of losers!

10/11/2025

We enjoyed a very productive meeting on Wednesday. Many losses in our group.
We welcome new member Linda E.! Our best to you, Linda. We are here to support you as you begin your journey to a healthier you.
Penny G was our Best Loser with Nancy as Runner Up. Congratulations, Ladies!
Great advice for Wise food and Activities:
Sensible eating, positive mindset, portion control, some fasting
Barb offered our program with an article from Tops News: KICKING THE HABIT .., explains the issue of habitual eating and how to overcome.
Positive Thought:
IF THE PLAN DOESN’T WORK, CHANGE THE PLAN, NOT THE GOAL.

10/03/2025

We are breaking the scale record! Coming into fall like crazy...this cool weather is a benefit for our group.
Tied for the week's Best Loser was Sue C. and Kathy with Teri coming in as Runner Up.
Wise food/activity: Less sweet and increase activity. Choosing healthy snacks works every time! Congratulations, Ladies!
The September Best Loser of the month was Dawn with Nancy as Runner Up.
Sue A. offered therapy from the TOPS NEWS magazine...Spooky Season...Holidays...not HoliMonths! Enjoy the day of celebration...and then, back on track...Maintain control.
We are collecting toiletries for our local Food Pantry...any members that would like to contribute, we will have a box set aside for items.

09/29/2025

Wednesday was a good day at TOPS 0674!
We welcomed Dolly LaRose, our Area Advocate. Dolly shared a thoughtful therapy "I Love Me-Self-Acceptance". Very powerful...we need to love us first...making going forward easier.
We celebrated our Best Loser: Yvonne and Runner Up: Linda
Wise food: Soups
Positive thought was delivered by Teri:
You cannot have a positive life and a negative mind.

On to October!

09/21/2025

Very rewarding losses on Wednesday!
Penny H. was our Best Loser with Kathy as Runner Up.
Great advice on Wise Food/Activity:
Snacking under control, more exercise! Can beat that for sure.
The Fall Rally was held the previous Saturday in Gouverneur. Penny H offered a complete review of the event. 8 members from our chapter attended and were recognized for several achievements.
This is a very inspirational day and many people regain their initiative to work towards their goal!
Sue A offered therapy with a review of healthy fats/ protein/ fiber from our TOPS MAGAZINE.
We closed the meeting with our helping hands pledged.
Have a great week.

09/15/2025

Our September 10th meeting was very, very productive when it comes to weight losses! Our chapter celebrated one of the most significant loss:gain ratios.
With that said, Best Liser was Laurie with Sue C as runner up!
Wise food/activity: Better choices…well said.
Keep watching as we will be honoring some of our members for some important milestones.
Positive thought was shared by Nancy:
All our dreams will come true IF we have the courage to pursue them!
Have a great week!

09/04/2025

Our Wednesday meeting was a very uplifting experience!
We celebrated not only weekly losers but out August Best Losers.

We had a tie for weekly Best Losers:
Penny H. & Dawn with Faye as Runner Up. Good job, ladies!
Wise food/activity: Fresh vegetables and Keeping Active.

August Best Loser: Laurie
August Runner Up: Barb

Sue A. offered therapy from our latest edition of TOPS NEWS reflecting on the fact that we NEED all of our food groups to remain healthy and on track during this journey we are on.

And Sue C. shared the positive thought:
Keep your face always toward the sunshine and shadows will fall behind you.
Have a great week everyone!

09/01/2025

08/30/2025

Another GREAT week at our chapter meeting!
Considering all of the special events that we attend throughout the summer, our members are doing fantastic.
Nancy was our Best Loser with Sue C coming in as Runner Up.
Faye offered therapy to the group.
We are looking forward to the holiday weekend and the upcoming cool weather. Fall is a great time to make plans for indoor events and activities.
Have a safe and happy LABOR DAY!

08/23/2025

Good day on Wednesday for our TOPS group! Nice numbers for weight loss.
Yvonne was our Best Loser & Dawn was Runner Up! Nice job, ladies.
Wise food/activity: Portion Control…yes, eat bread, however, maintain the portion stated on the label…it works!
Fall Rally is approaching and we will have a good representation from our chapter. This is always an uplifting event where area chapters gather for a day of activity and inspiration.

Special recognition for Penny G. as she has met her first weight goal…now on to the next. CONGRATULATIONS 🎉
Our positive thought for the week was presented by Yvonne:
Nothing tastes as good as Healthy feels. (Isn’t that the truth!)
Have a great week!

08/14/2025

We enjoyed a very productive meeting on Wednesday. Majority of our chapter enjoyed weight loss, with only a few gains (It happens!).
Nancy was our Best Loser with Pat as Runner Up. Great job, ladies!
Nancy says salads and Summer Lawn chores was her wise food and activity.
Yvonne offered our weekly positive thought:
Successful people keep moving...they may make mistakes, but they don't quit!
We are always accepting new members to our chapter. We meet every Wednesday morning at Brady Acres community room, 600 S. Washington St., Carthage. 9:00 weigh in, 9:30 meeting begins.
Please send along any questions you may have...we would love to see you!