Thanks Windofchange and Rob!! Great advice. Just what I was looking for. Clear and concise.
Now all that is left is for me to practice, and practice and even more practice!! And as you pointed out, windofchange, there'll be no excuse for blaming the kite!!!
-Des
(edit: Just found this link http://www.aerostarsportkites.com/flying_tips.htm which describes a step by step approach in agreement with your own. )