Thanks Ned!
I worked on helicopter engines for several years before I actually had my first ride - so there was plenty of anticipation - and it did not disappoint. The 'first time' is never one's best but I doubt that many ever forget it. (I'm still talking about helicopters)
Flying with a Bell test pilot in a 407 we did what is to every pilot very standard stuff but to a newbie and one who had spent way too many years staring up into the skies, it sealed my love for flying.
Now I'm early into training on Gyro and loving every minute behind the controls. I had reasons why this wasn't pursued earlier but very grateful that it is possible now.