Goin back home in Feb - 8 pounds off before that!!!

Hi, I just heard of this site from a mom in my community. I am starting a 5 week project with a goal in mind of going home wearing a few pieces of clothes than dont fit right now!!! I tend to start diets passionately and a few days later other things in my life take over and lose track. I really want to do it right this time. 5 weeks is not too much. I owe it to myself. And by the way I am turning 40 in 10 days!! OMG. Here I go!!