bravo
Pinkster!
that's just the kind of motivation Dave needs!
And she's right, Dave. Don't give up! A student cannot be expected to know everything and do everything perfect... he's a
student after all! It's the instructors job to show him, teach him how it's done and
patiently practice it with him until he gets it right. Some students grasp it right away, some need longer.... so what! And it should be fun!!! why do it otherwise... you're doing it to enjoy and not because you have to!
It's frustrating to have to keep adjusting to different instructors... each has their own personality, their own strengths and weaknesses, and their own way of doing things that the poor student has to keep adjusting to. It has some advantages to try out flying with someone new, but not the way you experienced it. There are sometimes a personality clash, the chemistry is just not there, then it's ok to change ...
Have you talked to other students about it? Do they also have the same experiences you do? If so, then sit down with them and the head instructor and get things cleared.... you may find out, that you're not alone with the problem. If it seems that only you have a problem, then try to find out what it is... maybe your girl friend can do some detective work
I wish you all the best and hope you don't give up!! You've already invested a lot in your life's dream.... go for it!!
WestWind1950
P.S. no reason to apologise for long postings... it's got to let off steam!