"Wizard of Draws" wrote:
I think it will be a lot more hours before I attempt any single pilot IFR.

[sings] "Ain't nothin' like the real thing, baby!"

The first time you take off by yourself and plow into a low overcast while
turning is a real sphincter tightener. That experience will make you
understand how close to death you *really* are - in a way no CFII can quite
get across.

I wish I could tell you that you will be able to train to the point where
your first solo experiences will be "no sweat," but I just don't think so.
Yes, you are right to ease into it. Practice in IMC with an instructor
every chance you get; that will help, but the time is going to come when you
are going to have to just do it. From reading your posts, I suspect you
will do fine.
--
Dan
C-172RG at BFM