Aim for the Stars: Take the Lead!
On any journey, no one wants to be left behind, and yet some are reluctant to lead. This week’s signpost helping us on our journey is the constellation Bootes, the Shepherd. By definition, a shepherd is one who guides or … Continue reading
Aim for the Stars: Look for Your First Signpost!
As humans, when we try to figure out what we want to do or where to go, we tend to look UP. How far up do you look? As I struggle on my TOPS journey, I find that I need … Continue reading
Climbing KOPS Mountain: See You on the Trail!
We often hear that losing weight is an uphill battle. Climbing mountains takes effort, training and conditioning. It also requires perseverance and teamwork. It’s no different from our quest to reach KOPS Mountain. Continue reading
Anything But Par for the Course
Whether at work or play, we all look for an edge—some advantage to move us closer to whatever we are trying to accomplish. At times, we seem to expend more energy looking for a shorter route, but there is no … Continue reading
Many Voices, Many Choices, One Story
We all came to TOPS to get healthy and lose weight. That’s the story. But each of us has different motivations, different needs and different struggles. While it’s important to focus on weight loss and being accountable to ourselves and … Continue reading
TOPS Members Are on the Move!
Whether or not you were paying attention in high school science class, you likely know that a body in motion will stay in motion. And everywhere I go in TOPS Nation, our members are on the move! I issued the … Continue reading
Are You Ready for Takeoff?
It’s often said that when something wonderful happens, it may be considered the opportunity of a lifetime. My name is Rick Danforth, and I am honored, proud and excited to be the President of TOPS. I’m here, able to serve … Continue reading
