Here Goes!

I'm new to counting calories and watching what I eat. Just turned 40 and in the past 3 years have put on 15 pounds that I want to get rid of. I've never really had to be careful about what I eat, but clearly, now I do! I never realized how many carbs I consume each day. They are the foods I go to when I'm starving and in a hurry or on the run. I'm really struggling with keeping my carbs in check. Craving them like crazy. I'm hoping the cravings will subside soon. I'm also a Diet Pepsi addict, but I'm 4 days Diet Pepsi free and hoping to continue. Wish me luck!