I will be moving to Jacksonville, FL in May 2014, and I would be very interested in either helping to facilitate a local chapter or attending one. I had my sleeve in 2010, and doing something like this is what I want to do. I would love to help others who are on the same journey I am on, in any way i can.

Maybe down the road. Meeting someplace quiet and private I guess would be best until we get to know each other. We could also make it a lunch bunch and bring our healthy snacks and drinks if allowed. Just an idea.

I'm not sure any restaurant is going to let us meet there and bring our own foods. Is there a tapas place in that area? All tiny portions, and usually some healthy options.

Well, I'm still in the liquid phase so I do not need to eat! LOLOLOL

There is always broth, or hot tea for those in the early phases.

No no no lol, I means take snacks to St. Vincent's. Sorry about the misunderstanding. I know the Brick in Avondale has a cheese and fruit plate you can order. But you decide this after our first meeting at St. Vincent's. Another idea if we have a small group is to meet at our homes, rotate a bit after we get to know each other?

No no no lol, I means take Snacks to St. Vincent's. Sorry about the misunderstanding. I know the Brick in Avondale has a cheese and fruit plate you can order. But you decide this after our first meeting at St. Vincent's. Another idea if we have a small group is to meet at our homes, rotate a bit after we get to know each other?

There is also a cafe in St. Vincent's Riverside location. I haven't eaten there, but they serve Soup, and it always smells AMAZING when I pass by on the way to my appts. My hubby and mom ate there the day I had my surgery, and both agreed it was really good. So that might also be an option, and they have something for every stage of postop eating. I just hate that people will have to pay for parking to meet there. I know it's only $2 but still.... How about Sat June 14th or the 28th?

After we get established I would like to set up a meeting/outing on the first Sat one month and get together at the Cummer Art Museum. It's free the first Sat of the month and I think sitting in the garden would be perfect when the weather cools off. We can have our meeting in a beautiful spot, and afterwards those that want to can explore the indoor Art exibits together. A good way to develop friendships.

http://www.cummer.org/ you can explore the gardens in the photos, it's really beautiful there.

I live in Palm Coast but would travel up there to join in with everyone! Let me know when you have a meeting!

No no no lol, I means take Snacks to St. Vincent's. Sorry about the misunderstanding. I know the Brick in Avondale has a cheese and fruit plate you can order. But you decide this after our first meeting at St. Vincent's. Another idea if we have a small group is to meet at our homes, rotate a bit after we get to know each other?

There is also a cafe in St. Vincent's Riverside location. I haven't eaten there, but they serve soup, and it always smells AMAZING when I pass by on the way to my appts. My hubby and mom ate there the day I had my surgery, and both agreed it was really good. So that might also be an option, and they have something for every stage of postop eating. I just hate that people will have to pay for parking to meet there. I know it's only $2 but still.... How about Sat June 14th or the 28th?

After we get established I would like to set up a meeting/outing on the first Sat one month and get together at the Cummer Art Museum. It's free the first Sat of the month and I think sitting in the garden would be perfect when the weather cools off. We can have our meeting in a beautiful spot, and afterwards those that want to can explore the indoor Art exibits together. A good way to develop friendships.

I have been out of town a few days. I missed seeing that June 14 date above, and now see you posted June 28. I am available Saturday June 28 if we can try to get together then. Is anyone else available?

I'm available!

The 28th works for me. So that's 3, anyone else? I will see where I can set up for a group on the 28th.

I live in Riverside and am pre-surgery. I would love to join you all.

I might be out of town at that time but if not I would like to come. If I don't make it I definitely want to come to the next one!

I might be out of town at that time but if not I would like to come. If I don't make it I definitely want to come to the next one!

Welcome, please email Mandy, our coordinator, at bariatricpaljacksonvillefl@gmail.com so she can add you to our group. We should enjoy the fun! Linda

I might be out of town at that time but if not I would like to come. If I don't make it I definitely want to come to the next one!

Welcome, please email Mandy, our coordinator, at bariatricpaljacksonvillefl@gmail.com so she can add you to our group. We should enjoy the fun! Linda

Thank you! I just sent her the email!