Hi Carobert,
I reckon you've got the best start, with finding this forum already - I was a couple of weeks in before I did, but now I'm hooked and the people here are the greatest lot for support, advice and (sometimes greatly needed) humour.
You probably know that the first few days are the trickiest, so read loads and post often to keep yourself focussed (on the diet) and distracted (from temptations).
Best of luck, and enjoy the journey,
Marianne x