It feels like I can actually see the light now even though it's still several weeks away.  At times it has seemed like I wouldn't make it but now I am feeling better about it.  I have not kept to the pace that I've needed to be but am trying to get there while juggling my other activities.   This cycle stuff is more difficult than I expected.  It's easy to see how important it is to practice at least for a few minutes every day.  Just doing that can ensure that you are maintaining your skills.