So I was able to get down my first opti drink(I bought all vanilla). It isn`t the worst thing I ever drank but for some reason it reminds me of baby formula.

The after taste is not very pleasing.

Everything seems to be going so fast all of a sudden. Up until now, each appointment seemed so far away

and now I am rushing to have all in place and ready for surgery. I am excited but so nervous all of a sudden. Hope this nervousness subsides soon.

I know the hard work is still ahead of me but want to thank many of you that have been so supportive up until now.

Thanks everyone :)

Flavoured syrups help. So do extracts. You can put cocoa in it. I liked instant decaf coffee in my chocolate. I drank from one of those insulated cups with a lid and straw.  I couldn't stand the smell of it.

good luck!

I am off to Walmart to find some extracts and an insulated cup with a lid and straw.

Thanks, Tara

And lots of ice!

I agree - lots of ice!!!

All the best on your upcoming surgery.

Thanks....I now understand why some people pass on the fourth opti of the day.

Yahoo the start of your new life!!!!!!!

still waiting on my Toronto call at my end

You should hear from them any time.....Good luck !

All the best for your surgery. You can get some nice flavors, but be sure not to compromise on your protein intakes. Often not all good food tastes good too.

Know exactly what you mean with flavor.  Get some extracts.....they will be your saving grace through all this. Lemon and mint extract are great.  I added pumpkin pie spice to the vanilla as well. It reminded me of the chai tea frappe at McDonalds. Found some other sugar free flavors as well on line. Keep at it you will  be at day 4 and feeling the difference in your clothes before you know it!