gsk3,
I visualize the whole course flying past while I obsess on my much needed buoyancy and trim issues. I've seen some of you guys and you are that good. I need a rock-solid foundation first. I believe that GUE-F moves past this one fundamental skill much too quickly for me.
I crave the skills, but remain realistic. I'm still convinced that once buoyancy and control are spot on, I can get the most from GUE-F. Until then, I'd be a charity case or a poser. Not my style.
I came into this honestly and with no bias against GUE. For now, I think that I'll just let it go for a while and give it a good rip when I'm ready. The best part of this whole thread is that I now know what I need to know. Thanks all. I hope the OP got something from this also. -too much time spent on my concerns...
It will happen.
Best,
lowviz