Some good points.  I think what you are saying is that I shouldnt worry about dropping the nose to get the plane down but instead drop throttle and let the plane drop down level by using some elevator.  Does that sound right?

Thanks about the crash.  Hopefully I can take something from it and not repeat.  It was messy and full of big control movements which is a big no-no.  I guess thats what I will take from the experiance!

Adam