Kef,
You're most welcome.
Yeah, first solo was a hell of a day for me too. Like 'S**t, I've no-one to talk to now'. I still chanted out the checklist going downwind though and looked across to check 'his' harness was tight! Doh.
All of the exercises need to be taught formally while you bash it into your brain, but as you get used to it - suddenly it all becomes clear and so much easier. Practice makes for relaxing - even for PFL's. I did not ever think I would be relaxed in a Cessna 150/152, but it did happen.
We won't talk about exam nerves though, thats another story for another day!
Bear