Good for you!!! It sounds like it's becoming a positive experience despite some of the misgivings you expressed last week. It's hard sometimes to have to work within restrictions, but sometimes doing that ultimately makes you a better player. There is something to be said for doing more with less, whether it's less speed, less notes, less scale shapes, etc. It helps you break patterns that you have formed and naturally repeat.

Once you get a recording together, I'd love to hear it!! I'm sure others would too. It's inspiring and motivating to hear how others are progressing.