I went through the shake diet from March 16-30. I was worried about the same thing you are, but to my great surprise I found it wasn't so bad. This from a person who has (had) a very big appetite. I used to have the idea that I couldn't live on less than about 1800 calories a day, so learning that I could indeed live on 800 and still feel great was very liberating.  I was very busy working long hours trying to get ready to leave work for a few weeks, and that really helped.  By the second week there were days when I didn't drink the fourth shake until 8-9 pm and wondered if I even really needed it.  (But I did drink it, because I'm following the rules to the letter on this whole process and I knew I needed that protein.) I would drink them at about 9am, 1 pm, and 5-6 pm, and usually split the fourth one in half as an afternoon/evening snack. I honestly felt great during the two weeks and had plenty of energy. I did have headaches the first few days which was probably caffeine withdrawal. But after those went away I felt better than usual on the shake diet - it made me realize how crappy eating sugar (which we all get more of than we realize I think) and just an excess of food in general actually makes you feel, even though it feels "normal". 

What is the pouch test? I've never heard of that??

You could try the "pouch test".  I'm only 12 weeks postop so I haven't tried it yet but from what I understand it's a great tool to kick start weight loss.

Thanks Chris. ..I am scared and excited all at the same time! I will be counting on you guys for advise. Lol

Kim

All the very best and I hope your doing ok!...one day at a time and before you know it...it will be done!

Let us know how your getting along.

Kim