These protein shakes that I had to buy at surgeons...are NASTY....they make me GAG! I couldn't drink them. I went out and bought slimfast protein meal replacement drinks. Although not yummy....at least I can get them down. I drink 4 of them a day and in between drink fat free milk or crystal light only. This is my third full day on liquids. I am pleasantly surprised at my ability to stick to this. I get shaky, my stomach growls, or a headache comes on and I know it's time for another shake. Having the family cook and eat without me is really hard. Tomorrow is my daughters birthday. Instead of the usual spread I serve....we are only having her icecream cake. It will only be a family party so I told everyone to eat dinner before coming over. I've been trying to clean the house and get some things done before surgery so that's been keeping me busy...but...it takes energy...and I end up feeling like I do right now....like I just need to go take a nap. I imagine it will be so much easier being on liquids after surgery when I'm recovering and not feeling so well anyhow. Right now it's torture. My parents visited tonight and I overheard my mom ask my husband "is she really sticking to it?" How petty! Whatever. I am proud of myself. I know I need to do this for my surgery. Would I rather eat a big mac or pizza? Hell yah! But I ultimately want to be successful with the band and enjoy life more.