Originally Posted by JohnBurke

I understand, believe me.

The watched pot never boils and the clock that's under scrutiny....well, it just moves slower.

If you have the cash and don't mind pursuing, it might be worth considering doing some extracurricular training while you're waiting. By that, I mean stuff outside the usual pipeline. Get a little tailwheel training or spend a little time in a glider. Glider pilots aren't required to hold a medical certificate.