@annfsd- You do such a great job of explaining how you have been going about your taper and I want to commend you for your efforts!
Based on so much I've read on this site your approach seems to make so much sense especially in light of so many that seem to think they can do it on their own either cold turkey or some other uninformed way. I wish you all the best in your endeavors and hope others will grab hold of your advise! Jim @thankful