Carroll County - Can we try something NEW?

Hey Guys! I got to thinking about the July meeting and thought maybe something new would be nice. Would anyone be interested in a dinner meeting? I know most of us come right from work anyway, we could do 3rd Wednesday, same time, maybe a little earlier for those of us that can get there, and still sit and talk for as long as we'd like.   There are plenty of restaraunts in Westminster that have menus that fit our needs or will customize to do so.   I know a couple of them even have separate rooms we could request so other customers don't hear our discussions that may become sensitive.    We had talked about a meeting where we brought our "support" folks - this would be a great chance to bring spouses/significant others/children/etc to talk to others, meet, and enjoy a healthy meal together! Some options would be: Parks Landing  - I know they have a separate back room you can book Frisco Family Pub - this is my family's place and they have a separate party room Any of the chains will put tables together for us, but not separated from the other customers What does everyone think?  I missed meeting with y'all last month and am looking forward to seeing everyone again! Caryn

Caryn!  I think this is a wonderful idea!!!!  I'm up for anything but your family's pub sounds perfect :)

Hey Caryn, I'm new to this forum, as I will be moving to Maryland from Pennsylvania this Sunday.  I'll be residing in Elkton.  I'm not sure what day of the week and how often or where you meet, but I was very active with support groups in PA and will be looking to find one when I move down here.  As for the dinner meeting, we used to post on the PA board and it eventually became common knowledge, that we'd meet for dinner at a Red Robin near the meeting site, around 5:30ish.  The meeting began at 7:00.  This worked out well because those that wanted to do dinner with the group would do so.  If you had dinner and a meeting at the same time you may lose some people.  Not everyone can afford to eat out, some don't feel comfortable eating in front of others and some can't get there on time due to work schedule, etc...  Just thought I'd share and could someone please let me know the when and where's of the meetings. Thanks and looking forward to joining your group soon.  Take care.

HIJACK!!!! Hi Andy - Just wanted to welcome you to the Maryland Board and to Maryland!!!!!  Your children are beautiful!!! Please join us here on the Maryland Board - we're a great group of people, always looking for new victims!  Um......members!!!!!  LOL!!!!! Good luck on the move!!! Tia

Caryn - Oooooh, I wanna come, too!!!!  I can't make July's meeting, I have other plans, and yes, I know I don't live in Carroll County, but I wanted to meet you and Aaron in person. Anyway, maybe I can hook up with you guys in August - and I'd love to try your family's pub, support group meeting or not!!! Hugs, Tia

uh.....I don't live in Carroll County either and *I* go ;)  Maybe I should start a western MD group!

Oh, bite me!!!  You know what I mean!!!  LOL!!!!

Welcome Andy!  We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of the month and until now we have met at the Carroll County Public Library.  Our little group formed about a year ago when a couple of us that had surgery at Sinai Hospital decided Carroll would be a shorter drive! ;)  Our group is usually about 6 or 7 folks, some pre op, some recently post op, and some a little further out.   We are a very casual, relaxed group, and our meetings usually center around topics that anyone present feels a need to discuss that week. We aren't affiliated  with any hospital or bariatric group, we just get together to talk, vent, share concerns and tips, and offer up support.   We would love to have you join us some time! And Welcome to the MD board!

Westminster is definitely a hike for me from Annapolis, but would love to try to make it one of these Wednesdays!   Not sure how July will work, but if you do the same type of thing in August I might make a try for that. Hugs, Mo

Hey - I just call it the Carroll County Group cause it's easier - maybe we should each drink a glass of wine (just one is all it will take) and come up with a more creative name for us! ;) We'd love to have anyone who is willing to make the drive! All are welcome!!!  To any of the get-togethers!