I think Wayne's "pressure" is saying that most planes are vertically stable, when they look like they are a couple of degrees on their back. I guess the weight of the gear does this, but I don't know for sure. Many do not "look" vertical. It's hard to describe, because every plane is different, but it most likely will look like it's laying back a degree or two. For my taste, the rudder is easier to get than that angle where the plane relaxes "into the groove". Start with the plane's wing tip towards you. If you can stay around 15 feet, that's not bad at all for starting. Just try over and over. Try 86 degrees up, then 90 degrees up, then 92 degrees up. Just keep on going a bit more over until you find that plane"s groove, and you are able to catch it with power. For flying the rudder I teach "When it's canopy in, the left stick moves the nose. When it's gear in, the left stick moves the tail." The main thing is not to give up, and keep it as close as you feel is safe for you and all present at the field. If you are as dedicated as you sound, it won't take long.