just spinning my wheels

there has to be some conspiracy going on that i am totally oblivious to. it seems as though every time i prepare to take a step in the progress direction, something ALWAYS goes wrong. it's like i am running up the down escalator with blinders on. between being stumped, confused, and things not working like they should, i only get to spend .1% of my time doing USEFUL work. how's that for efficiency. maybe i'll have better luck tomorrow. at least i know where to start looking...........or do i?