You are about the same weight I was last December and your goal is exactly what I weigh today. It took me years to FINALLY make my mind up that I WAS going to be a healthy weight and only 5-6 months to lose 40 lbs. I hated how I felt, the way I looked, and was extremely frustrated with myself. Something finally clicked and I just did it. I think the biggest thing was getting rid of all those cravings by doing phase I. Once I saw good results and quit having cravings, I knew there was no turning back and I COULD DO THIS. It's so easy to slip and I've done enough of it. We are all human and we're going to slip. The important thing is that you come back and keep striving to reach your goal. Make the CHOICE to be healthy. It's all up to you and I know you can do it. What do you want to weigh January 1, 2009? Look at how far you have already come! Set your short and long term goals and just do it! We will support you all the way!