Agony of defeat (take 3)

Aug 30, 2019 - another attempt.  This time we left the apartment at 8 a.m.  Traffic was worse but we still made it to the driving test center before the 9:10 deadline.  I was going to be the last driver in our group of 3.  I believe I did better with turning my body to look back to convince the proctor that I am eliminating my blindspot.  However, it was still not good enough.  The proctor said there were some turns that I missed so since that test, I've been working hard to exaggerate looking back.  At least it sounds like it is only happening on my left turns or maybe he is not as critical about right turns.  It is on left turns where bicycles and motorcycles can sneak up along side you in traffic, so you have to watch for them on those left turns. 

I did better on the S-curve this time, no nicking the curb but apparently the car nose was sticking out of the curve into the street.  I have to agree I was a little bit out, I guess couple inches could clip someone coming by.  I went through the crank better but I lost focus toward the end of the crank and didn't realize I was too close to the left side so the back left tire went up on the curb.  I was able to stop the car in time and backed up, tried again and got out without further incident.  However, it was all for naught as number of deductions sent me failing again.  The only solace I got was the proctor was nice enough to tell us what I need to work on and that no one else passed.  I actually would wish someone passed so that would give us some hope that it can be done.  I really feel sorry for the first guy in our group.  Apparently that was his 7th attempt.

Next attempt will be Sept. 3.  Let's hope I can remember all the little details I need to do.