Dear Bunny,
Welcome! I'm somewhat of a "newbie" myself, but this website is warm and wonderful! Check in daily, and throw yourself in the conversations! There is a wealth of "real world" information here, as well as book, exercise, and recipe recommendations.
Also, read the "stickies" for new chick information about the program. It will answer alot of those FAQ's that we have when we first start (what can I eat, how should I structure my food, what to expect from the different phases, etc.)
Best!
GG