Trish, I notice we're the same height and have the same goal weight. Two months ago, I weighed about what you do now. Believe it or not, we don't have much to lose! Most low-carbers who lose 10 or more pounds a month can do so simply because they have more to lose to start with. As one approaches goal, weight loss slows down.

I lose at about the same rate you do: 2-3 pounds a month, and have done so ever since I started low-carbing, about a year ago. Stick with it, it WILL work! I'm now down 25 pounds, and figure it might take another year to get to goal. Patience is the key.

Oh, and I second Maestra, exercise helps too! (It also helps combat depression.)

Rachel