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dtiller1147    137

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I am in the process of setting up a BP Local Group In Dover, DE. We will probably meet in Camden DE, Just south of Dover. If you would be interested in Joining the group Please let me know. It probably will not meet until Nov or Dec.

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Chocolate Butterfly    2

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Hello , I'm in Delaware. I haven't had the surgery yet, but I'm working on theballmofnthe preliminary tests & classes. I would love to have a support group.

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dtiller1147    137

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Hello , I'm in Delaware. I haven't had the surgery yet, but I'm working on theballmofnthe preliminary tests & classes. I would love to have a support group.

Thanks so much for posting, I decided to hold the first meeting on January 15th, 2015 @ 5:30 pm this is on a Thursday. This group will be different then most already offered. They tend to be extensions of the surgery center. I want this to be personal guidance from other people who have had the surgery and can help with all your little questions that ones has pre and post surgery. So it will be an extension of what BP offers on line except we will be supporting on line and in person. The group will meet in Camden, DE just south of Dover. I hope this is not to far for you to travel. Please let me know if you can attend or have any questions.

Thanks

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Chocolate Butterfly    2

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That's perfect. I'm in Camden daily. Looking forward to it. (Sorry for my typos in the previous post.)

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dtiller1147    137

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Where will the meeting be held?

I believe the first meeting will be at Whatcoat UMC 16 North Main Street, Camden DE. Depending on size of group will depend if I stay in fellowship hall or go upstairs to the adult class room. We hope to move it over next door to the Simpson Community Center (old sewing center building if you remember on corner), but not sure all renovations will be complete by January. I will try to post as its gets closer if I know for sure. This is going to be fun adventure! I hope you journey is going well. Please stay in touch if you have questions ask away.

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dtiller1147    137

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Oh my gosh!My church is right behind yours. I will be there with other sleevers.

That would be awesome, please invite as many as you can. That will make our group work well for all..

When we get closer, if you could share how many will attend, I can plan the right sized room. I am glade the location works for you..

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dtiller1147    137

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Just as a reminder, please put on your calendar the first meeting of the Bariatric Pal Local Support Group. The date is January 15, 2015 @ 5:30 PM @Whatcoat United Methodist Church (16 North Main Street Camden, DE). The meeting will be on Second Floor in the Adult Sunday School Room (middle section of office section of the church) for now. I hope the Community Center will be available soon.

Please fill free to invite anyone Pre- or Post-surgery who is seeking support.

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Chocolate Butterfly    2

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I won't be able to make it. My daughter has play production. I should make the next one.

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I won't be able to make it. My daughter has play production. I should make the next one.

Major bummer for sure! However, I understand! Thanks so much for letting me know and I will see you at next meeting. If I can help in any way just let me know before the next one.

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Just as a reminder, please put on your calendar the Second meeting of the Bariatric Pal Local Support Group. The date is February 19, 2015 @ 5:30 PM @Whatcoat United Methodist Church (18 North Main Street Camden, DE). The meeting will be on Second Floor in the Adult Sunday School Room (middle section of office section of the church) for now. I hope the Community Center will be available soon.

Please fill free to invite anyone Pre- or Post-surgery who is seeking support. Text me if you need more info 302-632-8111.

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Just as a reminder, please put on your calendar the Third meeting of the Bariatric Pal Local Support Group. The date is March 19, 2015 @ 5:30 PM @Whatcoat United Methodist Church (18 North Main Street Camden, DE). The meeting will be on Second Floor in the Adult Sunday School Room (middle section of office section of the church) for now. I hope the Community Center will be available soon.

Please fill free to invite anyone Pre- or Post-surgery who is seeking support. Text me if you need more info 302-632-8111.

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Just as a reminder, please put on your calendar the Fourth meeting of the Bariatric Pal Local Support Group. The date is April 16, 2015 @ 5:30 PM @Whatcoat United Methodist Church (18 North Main Street Camden, DE). The Community Center is now available and we will meet there for the first time tonight. I will to watch for some folks still trying to go to the church.

Please fill free to invite anyone Pre- or Post-surgery who is seeking support. Text me if you need more info 302-632-8111.

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