Welcome - very good attitude - just remember success is great - whether it's big or small. Just a little advise that helped me - make sure you measure yourself also - what you might not see in pounds - you might be seeing in inches. I honestly can say, I didn't wait out the 9 days before weighing in. If you ask my kids or husband, I'm addidicted to the scale ... lol - I do weigh myself every day. Good luck and keep us posted on your success!