RE: I need a backup
Teo, you'll find that your enjoyment of pattern wil increase hugely if you can link up with a practice buddy or two...or three or four. Rick, Dave, Bill and I fly together often and it has helped all of us a lot.
You're welcome to come to St Clairsville to fly with us as many afternoons as you like; it's only, what, a six hour drive for you?
Scott