Hello, Mvcrash:

Yes, you are coming along just fine. A little bit at a time. Slowly. Carefully. Here a time limit is not required. You will get there when you're ready.

Some vendors offer their razors honed and shave ready. I don't know where you purchased yours, however, so I can't tell whether it came shave ready.

If your razor came shave ready, then your shave will improve as you hone your skill. Keep at it and you'll make it.

Regards,

Obie