Good luck James!
I too am trying to lose some weight, after a 3 month hiatus from any kind of physical activity, I find that most things in my closet don't fit me anymore
I've been on my diet for about a week. I haven't had any success yet, but I'm sticking too it. Keep it up! Remember, when you slip, it isn't as bad as you think it is. Just gat back on the bandwagon and start over again, because getting in shape slowly is better than never getting in shape at all (I keep saying this to myself!).
ETA: Laidbackfella, that is some good advice! I'm going to give it a try.