Thanks to everyone for all the cheer and support! I'm very glad to have a place to go to vent and to tell about my accomplishments.
Even though I've only been on the plan for just under two weeks, today I put on a pair of pants that were too uncomfortable to wear a few weeks ago. I'm not bragging - I hope that someone out there who is considering starting the plan or who is feeling frustrated will see that and think "Well, if SHE can do it!"
Thank you all again for the support! I know we can all do this together!