Keep your morale up Jen. I think your psychology can play a big enough role to slow you down or help you keep going. You're doing fine, it usually takes a month or so before you really start noticing the difference. I would make sure your seat is sitting high enough and you're getting full extension on your rotations. But other than that, just keep chipping away at it. Finishing off a ride with an uphill can be brutal and will definitely help build strength for future hills and easier terrain. Happy Pedaling.