Welcome Jennelle,
It is not easy at all, but it is worth it. My advice to you would be this, really, really follow the book. Also you are starting at a very good time, unfortunately I started at a bad time sort of, because for the last two weeks I have been totally off program. Eating what I want, and not working out, bad, bad, bad, however I am back on track now and determined to do better, however during my hiatus I gained back fat, not a whole lot, but enough to make me angry at myself.
However, each day is a new day, and I have not blown the whole plan, just those days I gave up. Today is a new day and I will make it. Take a look in
www.leanandstrong.com and go to pictures, than transformations, you will be amazed. Pam Brown is an awesome example, as is our dear moderator MrsJim and all these other shining examples on this thread. They are all more than willing to give you advice and help you in anyway, do not be afraid to ask.
Again Welcome and you can and will do it!
Virginia