...and I nailed it. Radio calls went perfectly, didn't forget ATIS info, didn't forget to report altitude, got flight following from center correct, opened and closed 3 flight plans on time, used VORs and the CDIs in the plane without being confused and resorting to Garmin Pilot, entered all my patterns at the right altitude, didn't feel rushed, calculated my decents in my head instead of wondering why elementary school math eluded me, found the FBOs on the field without having to stop on the ramp and scratch my head, squeaked all my landings, got to visit my sister along the way.
CFI texted me after and said "Today had to feel good. Nice job."
I'm 45 years old. Today made me feel accom