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| SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | APRIL 2026 | 53 Blossoming with Hope: A New Chapter for TOPS Sun Lakes Spring has arrived at Sun Lakes, and with the blooming hills comes a beautiful sense of renewal within our local TOPS (Take O Pounds Sensibly) chapter. We are currently journeying through our 2026 program, "Close the Door: Small Decisions, Big Freedom." is 30-week heart-led path focuses on the quiet courage it takes to close one unhelpful door each week — like self- criticism or mindless snacking — and open a new door toward self-respect and steady energy. Celebrating Our Success: Transformation is a team sport, and we are so proud of the dedication shown by our members. ese individuals prove every day that small, consistent choices lead to big freedom. Congratulations to our Best Weight Losers for the Month: Jim Kozik, John Hasha, Jerry Dye, Karen Dye, Cheryl Kozik, Darlene Indacochea, Ann Oliver, Edith Hasha, Carolyn Bernier, Donna Leone, and Mickey Pease. Honoring our KOPS (Keeping O Pounds Sensibly): A special salute to those who have reached their goal and are successfully maintaining their healthy weight — you are our ultimate inspiration: Peggy Andrews, Jim Greet, Carol McKinney, Suzanne Strauss, and Rosalee Strong. Our April Journey: Consistency and Resilience: As we move into April, we are letting go of the "all or nothing" mindset and embracing the grace of the "next-meal return." is month, we will be closing the doors on: • Secrecy & Hiding: Opening the door to Honesty and Self- Acceptance. • Procrastination on Planning: Opening the door to Simple, Doable Rhythms. • e Scale's Dictatorship: Opening the door to Celebrating Non-Scale Victories. • Giving Up Aer a Setback: Opening the door to Returning with Kindness. Come Join Our Circle: If you've been looking for a supportive community where progress is valued over perfection, we have a seat saved for you. Whether you are looking to lose weight or simply nd a group that cheers for your health, we welcome you with open arms. Ready to open a new door? For more information on our Sun Lakes TOPS chapter, please call Rosalee Strong at (951) 855-2836. One door. One choice. One week. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)