Baby steps

I started about three weeks ago grant it I have only lost 5 lbs.  Starting at 214 now 209 but I am not killing myself trying to stick to anyones diet I also have read all the books and can tell anyone how to loose weight.  The books really don't matter.  Find what you like to eat.  Don't make it to complicated.  A calorie is still a calorie.  I try to include a salad at least once a day.  Have been walking at least 1 1/2 miles a day. Just wiped the dust off of my Ab Circle Pro that I bought a year ago, and have never used.  The ab circle was hard but I did it.  And plan to do it at least 3 times a week.  My problem is I do for everyone else but me.  I too am important.  I really feel confident in loosing weight this time.