2 1/2 weeks of strength training, can you see the changes?

I am obviously no pro on strength training yet, but some of my understandings came from reading the free PDF for Stronglifts 5x5 which I don't actually follow, but it was a good foundation in creating my own training program. I also have been using two apps that help me learn strength training exercises and to keep track of them. (MFP is lacking in the strength training recording department imho):

- iFitness - this app is available on iPhone and probably other smartphones, there is a free version and a $1.99 version, I think the only difference is that there are more types of exercises on the paid version, but the free version works great for me - this app has free weight/barbell/kettlebell/etc strength training moves separated by muscle group that will then show you by a diagram how to perform it, if you don't have the app or can't get it, youtube offers many videos - I especially needed to watch a few times a deadlift so I knew I was doing it correctly

-Fitocracy - this is another free app but also can be used online where you can track your fitness (both strength and cardio) it doesn't focus on calories burned, but instead tracks sets, weight, and your record achievements every time you work out. It is a bit overwhelming at first, but it helps me a lot and makes me more motivated by completing "quests" and earning points

I prefer to do my training in my garage at home. I have dumbbells that can be adjusted to various weights and I have a barbell. One day I focus on arms/shoulders/chest/core and one day I focus on legs/glutes/core and these days are separated by a cardio or rest day ie.

Mon - Arms
Tues - Running
Wed - Legs
Thurs - Running (or other cardio)
Friday- Arms
Sat- Rest
Sun- Legs

Though I strength train, in between and before sets I do some cardio like jump rope, jumping jacks, butt kickers, etc and a lot of these small cardio sessions are taken from various sources like Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred

My main moves on arm days include - barbell bench presses, dumbbell shoulder presses, dumbbell rows, dumbbell flys
My main moves on leg days are - barbell deadlifts (regular and romanian), barbell squats, lunges
Core moves are - crunches, plank, reverse crunches

When I do sets I start lighter and do about 15-25 reps per set, then I work up to the last weight that I ended in a previous session I try to lift as heavy as possible that keeps good form and I can at least perform 3-5 reps

I hope some of this info makes sense and if you have any more questions, let me know

Here is an example of one of my leg days (ignore the points they are for fitocracy):

Body Weight Sumo Squat:
15 reps (+13 pts)
15 reps (+13 pts)
Barbell Squat:
25 lb x 10 reps (+48 pts)
25 lb x 10 reps (+48 pts)
25 lb x 10 reps (+48 pts)
35 lb x 10 reps (+51 pts)
Dumbbell Squat:
20 lb x 10 reps (+53 pts)
Barbell Deadlift:
25 lb x 5 reps (+41 pts)
Half Jump Squat:
15 reps (+12 pts)
Static Wall Sit:
30 sec (+19 pts)
Plank:
30 sec (+13 pts)
Crunch:
20 reps (+13 pts)
Jumping Jacks:
40 jumping jacks (+15 pts)
40 jumping jacks (+15 pts)
Jump Rope:
0:30:00 (+187 pts)
0:30:00 (+187 pts)
Flat Straight Leg Raise:
15 reps (+5 pts)
15 reps (+5 pts)
Rear Leg Raises:
15 reps (+5 pts)
15 reps (+5 pts)
Stretching:
0:01:00 (+2 pts)

Hi,
I'll start with Well Done!!! I can definitely see a difference in your body, especially around your waist. I hope you are feeling really proud of yourself.
I too am pear shaped, so I was interested in the exercise plan you have put in place. I have issues with my fat thighs and legs, so I think that I will incorporate strengthing exercise into my fitness routine. I'm just starting a new "me" lifestyle this week and your post has given me a boost.

I'm glad I could help!

Also, thanks everyone for the encouragement and support