Hi ~ well, I haven't reached the 5 lbs mark yet. I expected to this morning, but maybe another day or two should do it. I am motivated now! Thanks all for your support. I have been eating extremely well and feeling great about it. I feel lighter. I would like to lose about 20-25 lbs. I know what to do, but I have not been doing it. I have had a stressful year. I gained 20 lbs from April 2002-now. I was 158 lbs when I started last week, now I am 154 lbs. I'll see 152 by the end of next week! Thanks all! Off to the elliptical! xoxoxoxoxoxo S