Thanks, thanks.
I should be much faster for my years at it. But, God and various pottery teachers over the last 8 years have been trying often vainly to get me to loosen up and be less obsessive compulsive.
The great teddy bear of a fellow newly at the college has succeeded more where others have not. So, I did manage 15 bowls today in far less time. Have 5 more to match agreed upon commitment. Will try to do another 4 for a margin. Will see how many make it through all the steps! Thankfully, the ones today were quite thin compared to usual. And, I was able to loosen up and experiment more. So, I think your prayers were answered. Thanks much.