I also blend the shakes with ice, they end up thick and filling, not quite a macdonald's shake but it feels like a treat instead of a diet shake.
Adding cinnamon or nutmeg to the vanilla one and the porridge give them a lovely flavour and make a nice change too.
Most of all keep coming back here for support, its really helpful and every one is really friendly.
Good luck on your journey, its tough at first but stick a it as it gets easier x