Good for you! I know how much willpower it takes to do that, I've done it. I recently lost about 20 pounds in one month by cutting out dairy, sugar and processed foods. Just be careful about losing it too fast, I did and put my body in shock and half my hair fell out, which is very common. I know it is hard when it is coming off so easily, but they do say not to lose it TOO fast. Sorry, not trying to be negative, you are doing a great job. Keep up the great work and keep us posted about how it is going. I need to lose about 20 pounds before the convention also, I would like to try to look decent in a pair of shorts!