OK, this is working so far. It's truly a matter of self dicipline. And what helps me is staying busy.
Also, I couldn't do it without myfittnesspal.com
And knowing the whole group at diet bet is in the same program.
The exercise that works for me - is Golden Oldies from the 50's on the speaker - and dancing alone in my living room to work up a sweat. It's like zumba alone and FUN. Can't wait for a 'unauthorized' weigh in next Tuesday. From what I've heard, you tend to lose more weight in the first week and then it tapers off - so we'll see.
At any rate - I'm encouraged.