What airport did you fly out? The description says over Memphis but I know you have the Shoals Airport there in the Florence area. I hope you both continue to be blessed.
Do yourself a favor: Get a Cessna 150, 152, or a 172 to learn the basics. A Cirrus is a complex, high performance bird and NOT suitable for basic flight training. As well, because it doesn't have a high-lift wing like the Cessna's, it's not very forgiving. Don't be fooled.
Thanks, but rest assured buying an airplane is not on our list of things to buy anytime in the near future. And as you suggest, the Cirrus would certainly not be on our shopping list as it is definitely for more advanced flying and pilots. But thank you for your comments that others may learn from.